Journey to the Fringe

In this week’s episode of Journey to the Fringe, we dive into the chaotic mid‑tier of our ongoing Asshole Rankings, revisiting some of the most notorious names in UFO lore, occult history, and paranormal pop culture. From Aleister Crowley’s occult chaos and Jamie Spears’ Hollywood‑grade exploitation to Admiral Byrd’s accidental Hollow Earth legacy (plus the grifty relatives who won’t let it die), we break down who truly earned their spot. We roast Gulf Breeze hoaxer Ed Walters, fringe giant‑hunter L.A. Marzulli, and Coast to Coast AM’s own George Noory, the king of high‑grift, low‑impact paranormal radio. Richard Hoagland resurfaces with his Face‑on‑Mars pseudoscience empire, while Stan Romanek rockets up the list with fake aliens, puppet‑level special effects, and the criminal charges that cement his infamy. If you love UFO hoaxes, conspiracy culture, paranormal media, and fringe history, this episode is your perfect mix of sass, skepticism, and cosmic clownery as we head toward the top 20.Disclaimer: These rankings reflect our personal opinions.Season 1 episode 17 - Aleister Crowley, the Beast: or how I learned to stop loving and fear the sex magickSeason 3 episode 36 - The Britney Spears Conspiracies (Part 1 of 3)Season 3 episode 37 - The Britney Spears Conspiracies (Part 2 of 3)Season 3 episode 39 - The Britney Spears Conspiracies (Part 3 of 3)Season 3 episode 4 - Anomalous AntarcticaSeason 5 episode 50 - Gulf Breeze: the incident (part 1 of 2)Season 3 episode 59 - You know... Giant stuffSeason 3 episode 2 - Inn to space: The Robert Bigelow storySeason 5 episode 8 - The Bigfoot DNA Paper and Dr. Melba KetchumSeason 4 episode 12 - The man, the myth, the borey... George NoorySeason 3 episode 5 - The dark knight (of cydonia) rises: Richard C. Hoagland part 1 of 2Season 3 episode 6 - The dark knight (of cydonia) strikes again: Richard C. Hoagland part 2 of 2

In this mini, we unpack China’s latest humanoid robot demo — a machine built to take kicks, punches, and full-on workplace abuse like it’s training for the Robot Olympics. As Chelsie and Taylor spiral into questions about robot rage, Boston Dynamics trauma, and why humans immediately bully anything with a motherboard, one thing becomes clear: the future is here, it’s getting shoved around, and it might be keeping score.Source: https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/china-humanoid-robot-anti-gravity-modeBackground music: https://youtu.be/y9A_xRyMAjs?si=tpS2t-fNVSPD-_F_

This week we're wading deeper into the murky fringe pool, ranking UFO weirdos, time‑slip hopefuls, grifters, and accidental legends as we debate vibes, grift, harm, and who truly earns the asshole crown. Disclaimer: These rankings reflect our personal opinions.Referenced episodes:Season 5 episode 62 - Stargates and Dr. Michael Salla - Part 1 of 2Season 5 3pisode 64 - Stargates and Dr. Michael Salla - Part 2 of 2Season 3 episode 8 - Andrew Basiago: former chrononaut, future president?Season 2 episode 44 - Titoring on believability- the John Titor storySeason 2 episode 24 - Edgar Cayce Part 3?? Just kidding David Wilcock... Part 1Season 2 episode 25 - David Wilcock Part 2??Season 2 episode 26 - David Wilcock part 2, part 2??? (AKA part 3)Season 2 episode 27 - David? Wilcock? Part 4!Season 2 episode 28 - David Wilcock - The finale? (part 5)Season 2 episode 35 - Aliens Exist: Blink 182, Tom Delonge and UFOsSeason 2 episode 36 - To the Stars Academy of something or otherSeason 5 episode 40 - Astronaut who stares at UFOs: Edgar Mitchell Part 1 of 2Season 5 episode 42 - An astronaut and his implications: Edgar Mitchell part 2 of 2Season 2 episode 45 - Philadelphia is where you go to experimentSeason 4 episode 14 - How attracted are you to birds (from space)?Season 5 episode 58 - It all started with a TigerSeason 5 episode 60 - Extraordinary: J3 P2Season 4 episode 48 - Electronic Fog

In this episode, we unpack a chilling investigation out of Milan alleging that wealthy Westerners paid to enter the Bosnian War as “sniper tourists,” shooting civilians for sport during the siege of Sarajevo. It’s one of the bleakest, most morally gut‑punching stories we’ve ever covered — the kind that forces you to confront the outer limits of human cruelty and the uncomfortable possibility that similar horrors may still be happening in modern conflicts. It’s dark, it’s haunting, and it’s exactly the kind of fringe truth that demands to be dragged into the light.Source: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/11/milan-prosecutors-investigate-alleged-sniper-tourism-during-bosnian-warBackground music in all of it's glory: https://youtu.be/C7H4pDHsya8?si=df8AMD-D4JW3kidu

Part 1 of our five‑episode Asshole Rankings series kicks things off as we introduce the framework, criteria, and early contenders for the list. We break down what qualifies someone for the ranking and set the stage for the debates to come.Disclaimer: These rankings reflect our personal opinions.In Part 1 of our five‑episode Asshole Rankings series, we lay the groundwork for how this entire chaotic journey will unfold. Before diving into the names themselves, we explore what actually earns someone a place on the list: the behaviors, the patterns, the historical ripples, and the intangible “you’ve got to be kidding me” factor that pushes certain figures into true asshole territory.This episode sets the tone for the series by outlining our criteria, discussing the challenges of comparing wildly different personalities across time and context, and previewing some of the categories and debates that will shape the rankings ahead. It’s the foundation on which the rest of the series will build — equal parts analytical, curious, and deeply human.referenced episodes:season 3 Episode 46 - Bill Moore: The Bennewitz Story (part 2 of 4)Season 2 episode 17 - The one the only Richard Doty Part 1Season 2 episode 22 -Sleeping right through this oneSeason 2 episode 23 - Edgar’s on the CayceSeason 2 episode 24 - Edgar Cayce Part 3?? Just kidding David Wilcock... Part 1Season 2 episode 39 - How sure are you your country exists?Season 2 episode 38 - That time Gary hacked NASASeason 3 episode 12 - Mother ShiptonSeason 3 episode 27 - Defined by his absence: Travis WaltonSeason 4 episode 65 - A house without DD HomesSeason 5 episode 74 -When Fake News Was Fun News: Weekly World News P1Season 5 episode 75 - Bat Boys Back, Weekly World News P2

so Chelsie saved the day with her random feeling like a Chrstmas mini category and we learn about a holiday tradition in France, enjoy!

Jingle Bells isn’t all holiday cheer. From swamp-dwelling cryptids that lure with chimes, to phantom bells tolling from sunken kingdoms, to the ominous Belled Buzzard and a chilling modern encounter in the woods—this episode explores how bells ring not just with joy, but with warning, deception, and dread.It’s Christmas Eve, and while sleigh bells jingle in frosted streets, Journey to the Fringe invites you to listen closer. Because not every bell signals joy. Some toll from beneath the sea, echoing the downfall of lost kingdoms like Ys and Cantre’r Gwaelod. Some ring from phantom towers, warning of tragedy yet to come. Others chime from the shadows of the forest, held by hands that should not exist.In “Jingle Bells,” Taylor and Chelsie guide you through folklore’s darker soundscapes:👹 The Bell Bottoms, grotesque swamp cryptids that mimic voices and lure victims to watery graves.🧚 The spectral fairy bells of the British Isles, both invitations to enchantment and wards against the fae.🪶 The ominous Belled Buzzard, a feathered harbinger of death whose tolling bell haunted Southern newspapers in the 19th century.🔔 The phantom church bells of Ys, Lyonesse, and Cantre’r Gwaelod, ringing eternally as laments of divine judgment.🌲 And finally, a chilling modern tale of a bell-wielding figure in the woods, where folklore meets true horror.This holiday season, pour yourself some cocoa and hang your stockings with care—but keep one ear open. Because when bells ring in the world of fringe folklore, they may not be jingling for joy.

So Chelsie found an article, but it was in dutch and she translated... and now I don't know how to find it. Anyhow it's about wolves and saving aspens but also maybe more??? anyhow listen and learn, that's why we do it after all!article at least on the same topic: Did wolves save Yellowstone's aspen trees?

The Ballad of Regular Person AndyOnce a prince with pomp and perks,Now stripped of titles, dodging smirks.From York’s high halls to scandal’s pit,Andy proved entitlement’s witless skit.(No sweat, he swears.)He sneered at Kate, with jealous bite,A petty uncle, dim in spite.William sharpened knives behind the scene,While Andy puffed with airs obscene.(No sweat, he swears.)Twelve million pounds — oh, what a loan?“From mummy’s purse?” the whispers groan.A buffoon’s bill, a nation’s sigh,Privilege paid to make truth die.(No sweat, he swears.)Emails with Epstein, “we’re in this together,”Audacity thicker than royal leather.Forty escorts in Thailand’s sun,Diplomats nodding — what a run!(No sweat, he swears.)He clung to Lodge with taxpayer grace,Till Charles said, “Pack up, disgrace.”Sandringham’s exile, a gilded cage,Still whining, still dining, still center stage.(No sweat, he swears.)Camilla scolds, the King rethinks,Andy sinks while monarchy shrinks.Letters Patent seal the fall,No HRH, no prince at all.(No sweat, he swears.)So here’s the tale, absurd and grand,Of Andy, buffoon across the land.Entitled, audacious, privilege‑fed,A clown in ermine, now stripped instead.(No sweat, he swears.)————Prince Andrew scandal: Epstein ties, Virginia Giuffre lawsuit, “I don’t sweat” claim, King Charles strips titles, royal downfall• Prince Andrew scandal• Jeffrey Epstein connection• Virginia Giuffre lawsuit• Royal Family crisis• King Charles strips titles• Prince William ruthless approach• Queen Camilla influence• “I don’t sweat” interview• Royal entitlement and privilege• Sandringham exile---Remember to like, share, and follow — the way Prince Andrew remembers that one very specific trip to Pizza Express in Woking on his daughter’s birthday, while somehow forgetting literally everything else.

This week, we find some good news in a surprising place: the fashion industry! We discuss the groundbreaking cultivated leather created by a North Carolina startup, featuring their star, a very much alive sanctuary cow named Angel. Biomedical engineer George Engelmeier grows real collagen from Angel's harmlessly-sampled skin cells on plant-based scaffolds, creating luxury leather goods like wallets and jewelry without the need for slaughter, toxic tanning chemicals, or heavy environmental impact. The discussion centers on whether this new, cruelty-free material—which dramatically reduces water use and emissions—can be considered truly "vegan," or if it simply represents the best path forward for the multi-billion dollar leather market.As always like, share, follow and power to the people Source: https://www.wral.com/business/technology/lab-cultivated-leather-cow-october-2025/

Explore the eerie world of fringe deathbed confessions in this episode of Journey to the Fringe. From UFOs and alien secrets to Bigfoot encounters, cryptid hoaxes, and family lore shared on Reddit, we examine whether final words reveal hidden truths—or simply fuel the mysteries that define fringe culture.In this episode of Journey to the Fringe, we dive deep into the unsettling yet fascinating realm of deathbed confessions—those final words whispered at life’s end that often blur the line between truth and myth. Building on our previous exploration of confessions, we examine how these stories are used as evidence in fringe topics, weighing their credibility and emotional impact.We spotlight some of the most famous UFO and alien deathbed confessions, including claims of secret government projects, hidden spacecraft, and extraterrestrial encounters. From there, we move into the world of Bigfoot and cryptid confessions, where hunters and hoaxers alike reveal shocking secrets at the end of their lives. Finally, we bring it closer to home with Reddit stories of family deathbed confessions, capturing raw, unfiltered accounts of fringe experiences passed down through generations.Are deathbed confessions the ultimate truth serum—or just powerful myths amplified by finality? Join us as we unravel the mystery and explore how these stories continue to shape fringe lore.14:12

Well the neo nazis have been busy guys, and man are they not willing to back up their beliefs. Let's learn some depressing facts!Article: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/white-supremacist-conference-vancouver-9.6970604As always like follow and share as this is some hard shit to follow and we deserve the clicks.

You’ve heard of Mothman, but what if your winged cryptid crush has… stone skin, a French etymology, and a penchant for rooftop brooding? In this episode, we crack open the cathedral and peer into the eerie, misunderstood world of gargoyles. From their architectural origins as grotesque water spouts to their modern cryptid cameos—like the Butler Gargoyle of Pennsylvania—we explore whether these stony sentinels are protectors, predators, or just really dramatic lawn ornaments. Bonus: real-life sightings that’ll make you think twice about that statue on your neighbor’s roof.---Are gargoyles just spooky stone sculptures—or something more? This episode of Journey to the Fringe dives into the myth, history, and modern sightings of gargoyle-like cryptids, including the infamous Butler Gargoyle of Pennsylvania. We explore their Gothic roots, their misunderstood role as protectors, and chilling eyewitness accounts from across North America. If you’ve ever wondered whether Mothman has a rocky cousin, this one’s for you.---Sources Mentioned:• Cryptid Wiki• Phantoms and Monsters (Lon Strickler)• Mysterious Universe (Rob Morphy)

So here's the deal: I stumbled across this Reuters article about a Chinese freighter that basically said, “Forget the Suez, we're taking the Arctic shortcut.” And boom — delivery times to Europe got sliced ​​in half. Sounds cool, right? Except it's literally too cool, because the only reason this route is even open is global warming melting the ice. Yikes.In this mini we're talkingProfit over literally anything — because if there's money to be made, who cares if narwhals get evicted, amiright fellow billionaires?Russia's new ocean real estate — spoiler: every ship has to cruise through their backyard now.The “blue ocean event” — which sounds like a fun festival but is actually terrifying climate science.Cruise ships in the Arctic — because nothing says vacation like gray water and polar bears.Me trying to pronounce Felixstowe — turns out the Chinese port was easier. Go figure.It's part shipping news, part climate doom, part comedy of errors. Basically, if you've ever wanted to hear us laugh nervously while admitting we're all kinda screwed… this is your episode, plus pretty much every other episode.Source: https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/chinese-freighter-halves-eu-delivery-time-maiden-arctic-voyage-uk-2025-10-14/

Emanuel Swedenborg was an 18th‑century scientist who claimed to travel between heaven, hell, and even other planets. Was he a mystic genius or a dreamer lost in visions? In this episode, we uncover how his strange ideas shaped spiritualism, occultism, and even modern paranormal culture.–––Emanuel Swedenborg: Mystic, Scientist… and Proto‑Occultist?In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary life and afterlife of Emanuel Swedenborg—the Enlightenment thinker who claimed to converse with angels, demons, and spirits from other worlds. His doctrine of “correspondences,” the belief that every physical thing mirrors a deeper spiritual reality, became a cornerstone for mystics who wanted to read the universe as a vast symbolic text.We explore:Swedenborg’s visions of the afterlife and cosmic journeysHow his writings influenced Helena Blavatsky, Aleister Crowley, the Fox Sisters, and Daniel Dunglas HomeWhy poets like William Blake and thinkers like Ralph Waldo Emerson drew inspiration from himThe surprising role he played in the Theosophical Society, New Thought movement, and the occult revivalFrom séance parlors to cosmic philosophy, Swedenborg’s influence ripples through spiritualism, mysticism, UFO lore, and modern occult culture. If you’ve ever wondered how Enlightenment science collided with fringe spirituality, this is the episode for you.

So there's thousands of people missing from US custody and we're not really sure what to think of this... But give a listen still? K thanks!Engage with this episode like it's your favorite cryptid sighting: rare, thrilling, and slightly unverified.News article: https://www.boredpanda.com/two-thirds-of-detainees-alligator-alcantaraz-are-missing/

In part two of our Skinny Bob saga, we dive headfirst back into the pixelated rabbit hole of everyone’s favorite blink-happy alien. This week, we’re wrapping up the final “leaked” videos from the mysterious Ivan0135 — including Family Vacation, where the aliens apparently went on a diplomatic stroll with the humans (or maybe Ike just needed a very secretive dentist). We’ll weigh the evidence, explore theories ranging from Cold War whistleblowers to $80k student film projects, and maybe—just maybe—ask the only man who could possibly clear this up REDACTED Because if anyone is lying, it’s definitely him.Like, share and follow for good mother nature juju — it's cheaper than coastal restoration.Videos we talk about in this episode 1.) Family Vacation 2.) Rick Doty on Skinny Bob 3.) https://youtu.be/MM_UFPFRXl8?si=JXLgVBjmJEII9-hF

In this mini we’re exploring the eerie frontier of neuroscience: lab-grown brain organoids that may be inching toward consciousness. As scientists warn that these tiny clumps of human neurons could soon feel pain—or even develop a rudimentary sense of self—we ask the big questions: What defines consciousness? Where does the soul begin, if it exists at all? From Petri dishes to philosophy, we dive into the murky space between biology and being, and whether we’re truly ready for what we might create.Like, Share, Follow or the Orcas will think you're a billionaire and sink your yachtSource: https://www.livescience.com/health/neuroscience/tiny-brains-grown-in-the-lab-could-become-conscious-and-feel-pain-and-were-not-ready

In this part 1 of 2 episode, we’re talking about Skinny Bob — the smooth-headed, slow-blinking grey alien from the alleged leaked KGB tapes that’s divided the UFO world since 2011. The footage, dropped online by a mysterious “Ivan0135,” shows everything from saucers to shaky autopsies to one very photogenic extraterrestrial with Pixar-level eyelid physics. In this episode we take a Journey through the first 3 of 4 “leaked videos.We also find out that Ivan’s “leaks” feature digital fonts from 2006, borrowed KGB logos, and some truly questionable film grain. Hoax or hush-hush history? We’ll break down the footage, the frenzy, and the fallout — because whether he’s CGI or cosmic, Skinny Bob still blinks better than the rest of us.If you liked this, tell a friend. If you didn't... tell an enemyVideos discussed in this episode;1.) Disclosure leaked ufo alien case video confidential documents old footage2.) alien grey extraterrestrial zeta reticuli ufo leaked footage3.) Ivan0135 about ALIEN and UFO documentsShould out to major source for this episode skinnybob.infoShout out to Kevin MacLeod, all hail Kevin MacLeod and Space Jazz

Just when you thought politics couldn't get weirder, this mini-sode dives into a wild South Korean scandal that is not what you're expecting. The 82-year-old leader of the Unification Church (yep, the "Moonies") has been arrested for... giving gifts? To be fair, the "gifts" were Chanel bags and a diamond necklace for the nation's former first lady, who argued she's "not political," just a nice person who gives good stuff. This story has it all: an impeached president, a failed martial law attempt, and a cast of characters with so many similar names it's basically impossible to follow.LSF, IYKYKXOSource: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjedkdy7ljno