Join us as we delve into our favorite dark tales and paranormal mysteries. Venture with us beyond the safe places that exist in daylight as we go beyond the shadows. True crime, paranormal, hauntings, ufos, cryptids, unsolved mysteries, conspiracy theories, past lives, reincarnation, and all the like are just a few of the topics that we will tackle. If it haunts your dreams then it will be on our show. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-shadows--6218555/support.
Join this week as we look back at several perplexing mysteries from the annals of music history. Did Robert Johnson sell his soul for his other worldly guitar skills? What became of the woman called the female Bob Dylan, Connie Converse? Wh…
What happens when we come face to face with death—only to return with incredible stories? In this episode, we explore the mysterious and often life-changing phenomenon of near-death experiences (NDEs). From people who claim to have seen the…
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In this episode, we explore the towering tales of giants — from ancient myths to modern conspiracy theories. Are these colossal beings just metaphors for power and fear, or is there a sliver of truth buried in the stories passed down throug…
On Christmas eve 1945 a mysterious fire struck the home of George and Jennie Sodder. The parents escaped with 4 of their children, but 5 more were trapped inside, and they perished in the flames. That's what the official investigation would…
In 1931 a murder occured in England that has been called the impossible murder. A woman was found dead inside a locked house with her husband miles away. He couldn't have done it, could he? Perhaps not. But then again, could anyone else hav…
Is everything we know about space a carefully constructed illusion? In this episode, we blast off into the outer reaches of mystery and speculation to explore some of the most mind-bending space conspiracy theories out there. From the moon …
Join us as we look back at 3 unsolved deaths from history that were strongly rumored to have connections to witchcraft and the occult. occult killingsritual murdersatanic cultsoccult crimesatanic panictrue crime and the occultritualistic ki…
In the quiet hills outside Edinburgh, a routine drive turned into a night of terror. In August 1992, Garry Wood and Colin Wright were delivering a satellite TV system to a friend when they encountered something that defied explanation — a s…
In 1980, 32-year-old Granger Taylor—a mechanical genius from Vancouver Island—left behind a note saying he was boarding an alien spacecraft for a journey "interstellar." Then, he vanished without a trace. In this episode, we dive deep into …
Hollywood in the early 1920's was reeling from a string of recent scandals. The last thing they needed was the murder of a well respected, and well liked director. But, in 1922, that's exactly what happened. Join us as we look at the famous…
In this darkly hilarious episode, we dive into the infamous Darwin Awards—honoring those who improve the human gene pool by accidentally removing themselves from it in the most absurd ways imaginable. From outrageous miscalculations to trul…
History is full of strange experiments, odd theories, and downright lethal medical practices. Join us as we look back on some of the reasons that the average life expectancy was roughly 12 no more than 100 years ago. Become a supporter of t…
Some people defy death in ways that seem almost impossible—and in this episode, we're bringing you several jaw-dropping stories of those who did just that. From near-fatal accidents to natural disasters and freak occurrences, these survivor…
Between 1978 and 1984, 4 teenagers were attacked in 3 separate incidents in San Diego's Torrey Pines State Beach. 3 of them didn't survive. Their bodies were found in almost the exact same spot. Police believe one of the crimes has been sol…
Define This: Scott Breaks It All Down Episode Description:In this special episode, Scott takes a step back to clarify some of the key terms and concepts we regularly throw around on the show. Whether you’re new here or just need a refresher…
Julie Bullard moved from San Francisco to Maine back in 2004 to experience a slower, and quieter, style of life. She opened up a bed and breakfast in a sleepy little town. When business wasn't what she expected she took on full time boarder…
This week, we’re headed to Wilder, Kentucky—home to one of the most notoriously haunted nightclubs in America: Bobby Mackey’s Music World. Known as the “Gateway to Hell,” this honky-tonk bar has a chilling reputation steeped in dark history…
Join us as we take a look at 4 locations from around the globe with a long history of well documented hauntings. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-shadows--6218555/support.
Long before social media and cell phone footage, strange things were happening in the skies over the Soviet Union. In this episode, we uncover several bizarre and chilling UFO encounters reported throughout the USSR—stories shrouded in secr…
In 1959, in the Soviet Union 9 hikers set out on a 190 mile hike through one of the coldest and most desolate regions on earth. They never came back. Their fate has been the stuff of legends for over 60 years. Ufos? Avalanche? Government in…
In this thrilling episode, we take you inside the world of high-stakes crime, where risk and reward collide in some of the most daring casino heists in history. From the infamous Bellagio bandit to the elaborate inside jobs that fooled secu…
Throughout the 1920's, in Prohibition Era Chicago, gangs from the north side and south side continuously fought over turf, whiskey and control of the cities most lucrative rackets. Law enforcement generally looked the other way and the pub…
What happens when we come face to face with death—only to return with incredible stories? In this episode, we explore the mysterious and often life-changing phenomenon of near-death experiences (NDEs). From people who claim to have seen the…
In this bone-chilling episode, we uncover the twisted and horrifying story of David Parker Ray, also known as the Toybox Killer—a man who spent years tormenting and abducting women in a remote part of New Mexico. Ray's sickening "Toybox" wa…
For decades, whispers of UFO cover-ups and secret government programs have been dismissed as conspiracy theories—until now. In this explosive episode, we dive into the shocking revelations of [Jake Barber], a former insider who claims to ha…
In 1935 a mysertious man checked into the President Hotel in Kansas City. His stay was strange, and his checkout was the stuff of legend. Who was he? What was he doing there? And what happened to him? Join us as we look closely at this 90 …
In this gripping episode, we explore one of the most infamous psychological studies ever conducted: the Stanford Prison Experiment. What started as a two-week simulation in a mock prison quickly spiraled out of control, exposing the disturb…
In 1982, young Cindy James became estranged from her husband Roy. Shortly thereafter she would endure an unending cycle of harrasing phone calls, threatening letters, and torment. As time progressed, the attacks against Cindy grew more seve…
On this special bonus episode of Beyond The Shadows Rachel from Like Mother Like Murder will be sitting in for Scott and telling us the amazing story of Elva Zona Heaster Shue, also known as the Greenbrier Ghost. It's a fascinating tale tha…
In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the world of scams and the people who mastermind them. From pyramid schemes to fake charities and fraudulent business ventures, we uncover some of the most notorious scams ever pulled off, and …
Volume 9 of our series No Fucking Way featuring those true tales that are so far out there that they are hard to believe. Join us for this special episode where the stories are told by some of our podcast friends: Nichole from the Spiritual…
Volume 8 of our series No Fucking Way, featuring those true tales that are so far out there that they are hard to believe. Join us for this special episode where the stories are told by some of our podcast friends: Joe from Tales, Trails an…
Another batch of those true tales so are so hard to believe they'll leave you thinking, and saying, No Fucking Way!!!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-shadows--6218555/support.