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We're sad to say that this is officially the last episode of the Tangent Podcast. We've had a ton of fun bringing you strange, weird and mysterious content over the years, and are so grateful for all the support! Thank you! Check out our new podcast, Escaping Boredom, everywhere! Find the links to the podcast and our socials below! Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0342goKcOlSezY9YWU6z1N?si=pXOShsFjRhiGCnfsp_A8-g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escaping_boredom_podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@escaping_boredom_?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Youtube:www.youtube.com/@EscapingBoredomPodcast

Did some sweet dance moves win an election for a small-town mayor? Have you ever thought molasses could be deadly? Has man suddenly gained control over the elements? Tune in to discover which of these stories are 100% true or a bold-faced lie on this episode, where we explore true stories that are stranger than fiction.

Does the Goat Man still terrorize the town of Beltsville? Was Raymond Doe actually possessed by a demon that inspired a groundbreaking book and film series? Dive deep with us into some of the craziest urban legends from the state of Maryland!

The Butler rally shooting left one man dead, two more wounded, and a nation asking "how did this happen?" We break down the actual timeline, who Thomas Matthew Crooks was, and the wave of conspiracy theories that followed — from second-shooter claims to full-blown false-flag narratives.

Is Haynesville, Maine actually cursed, or just really unlucky? Did the ghost of Nelly Butler really haunt her grieving husband to try and get him to marry a 15 year old girl? Take a trip to the Pine Tree state with us as we dive into some of the best urban legends from Maine!

Is extraordinary genius something you're born with—or is it sitting dormant inside all of our brains, just waiting for the right trigger to turn it on? In this episode, we explore Acquired Savant Syndrome, a rare condition where physical trauma completely rewires a person’s mind, giving them instant, world-class abilities. From Tony Cicoria’s lightning-strike transformation into a classical composer, to Derek Amato’s musical awakening, and Jason Padgett’s geometric visions following a head injury, we ask the ultimate question: How does this actually happen?

In this episode, we dive into a chilling trio of legends. First, the true account of a Mexican pilot's terrifying UFO encounter high above the clouds. Then, the heartbreaking curse of La Llorona from Mexico. Finally, the infamous and murderous poltergeist, the Bell Witch of Tennessee. Prepare for three totally different, but equally terrifying, tangents into the unknown. Join our Discord! Check out the Wrecked podcast with Dez and Chase!

How far was the U.S. willing to go to win the Cold War? In this gripping episode, we pull back the curtain on the government's darkest secrets with Air America, Operation Mongoose, and Operation Northwoods. Join us for a sobering look at how the lines between defense, espionage, and conspiracy blurred during the height of superpower tensions. Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/RHbxQ5sFqj

This is a fun one! Get to know your hosts as we play 2 truths and a lie, rant about our pet peeves, and swap life stories! Stay tuned at the end for a surprise song! Check out our socials below! Send us a message with a personal story or a topic you want us to cover in an upcoming episode! Thanks for your support!

This one's a rabbit hole! Are USA elites running a satanic cabal from pizza parlors? Is Donald Trump the one who will step up take them down? Tune in as we dive into the Q-Anon conspiracy, it's ties to Pizzagate, and more! Send us a message and let us know what topics you want to hear about next! Thanks for the support! https://www.facebook.com/realtangentpod https://www.instagram.com/realtangentpod/ [email protected]

Millions of people visit the beautiful forests and national parks of the United States every year. A baffling number of those people never make it back home, seemingly vanishing without a trace. We dive into some of the most mysterious cases from David Paulides' work, "Missing 411", and ask the question: Are thousands of people simply getting lost in the woods forever, or is something more sinister at play? Thanks for the support! Check out our social media below! https://www.facebook.com/realtangentpod https://www.instagram.com/realtangentpod/ Submit ideas or stories to be read on the podcast! [email protected]

Tune in as the Tangent Podcast officially welcomes Dan as the new official co-host! Join us as we dive into strange urban legends from the state of Louisiana, including strange voodoo magic, and the mysterious tale of the Grunch. As always, thanks for the support!

Guess who's back? Our good friend Dez! And this time, we're talking about all the spooky and strange stuff happening in the music world. We're getting into the whole Paul is Dead conspiracy and seeing if there's any truth to it. We're also looking at the mysterious 27 Club and trying to figure out what's up with all these legends dying at the same age. And trust us, you won't want to miss the stories we have about Norwegian black metal. Things get pretty wild. Tune in and get ready to have your mind blown.

Alright, so you've heard of ghost stories, but what about ghost ships? This week, we're talking about massive, empty vessels found drifting in the middle of the ocean with no crew and no explanation. 🌊 Jack and Austin get into the creepy tale of the Ourang Medan, where an entire crew died with faces frozen in terror, and the baffling story of the Ellen Austin, which found its ghost ship twin. Are they paranormal, or just really, really weird maritime mysteries? Let's get on this Tangent.

Alright, on this episode, we're taking a weird detour to Kentucky. Join us as we go down the rabbit hole of some truly wild local legends. We're talking about the infamous Pope Lick Monster , a sasquatch cousin called the Hillbilly Beast, a haunted stretch of road that's guaranteed to give you the creeps, and even meat rain.