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A documentary-style podcast that explores the supernatural by recalling the beliefs of the past to inform the present. Delving into mythology, the occult, high strangeness, and alternative history, the show draws from philosophic, spiritual, and scientific perspectives to contemplate our greatest mysteries.
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Send us a text This video explores the spiritual and supernatural elements of King Philip’s War, a 17th century brutal conflict between Algonquin Native American tribes of southeastern New England and English colonists. It focuses on the religious paradigms on both sides which greatly influenced the sociopolitical landscape. From Puritan humiliation rites to native shamanism/ witchcraft, we shed light on the fascinating and sometimes terrifying beliefs and rituals which informed a symbo...
Send us a text In this installment of the sacred space series we explore theories regarding currents of supernatural energy believed to form a networking system of vital force throughout the world. We begin with an introduction to Alfred Watkins’s theory of ley lines, straight alignments of sacred sites (holy wells, legendary trees), megalithic structures, standing stones, dolmens, ancient churches, and burial mounds which seem to have been linked together. We enter the magic world of prehist...
Send us a text This episode covers the religious history of New England, beginning with the first migrations of the Clovis people, to the journey of the pilgrims to Massachusetts and through the early colonial period, leading up to the beginning of King Philip’s War. We explore the spiritual philosophies of both the Puritans as well as Native American Algonquin tribes of the region, comparing and contrasting them as it relates to their attitudes toward nature and what constitutes...
Send us a text In this episode we investigate on a deeper level the facets of sacred space, beginning with how these special locations were identified in the landscape through ecstatic experience and divination, to how they were used by magical practitioners, and the spirits and other beings which inhabited them, as well as their function as portals to other realms. We hear several stories, from an old folk tales regarding the sacred raths of the fairies, to an ethnographic account of shamans...
Send us a text Part 1 of our exploration of Earth’s supernatural mysteries. The ancients believed that certain places in the world held great spiritual power and sought to live near and utilize them. What was it about these sites that had, and continue to have, such a profound effect on humanity? In this episode we explore the concept of sacred space as defined by historian Mircea Eliade, articulating what its revelation specifically achieved for human beings. We will look at certain geograph...
Send us a text In the conclusion to our study of Atlantis, we dive into myths regarding "culture heroes", such as Quetzalcoatl and Oannes, mysterious divine beings who came from distant lands bearing gifts of knowledge which jumpstarted the great civilizations of the ancient world (Mesoamerca, Greece, Egypt, etc.) We also look at stories of giants, gods, and fallen angels, attempting to (ham-handedly) tie all of these things to Atlantis. Was there an ancient lost "mother" culture that ...
1Send us a text In the conclusion to the third installment of the series, we hear stories regarding Mexican fairy faith, demonic obsession, and a wrong turn during a drive that leads to another dimension. I also go over a few of my own out of body experiences involving astral visitors, and we listen to a strange EVP captured on my sleep recording app. Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your personal experiences (spiritual, paranormal), questions...
Send us a text "History became legend, legend became myth."- J.R.R Tolkien In this episode we cover the original story of the fabled lost civilization as recorded by Plato. Then, we will look at the universal flood myth as a possible account of the cataclysm that destroyed Atlantis, exploring several legends from Europe to the Americas. Everyone tells the same story of an ancient cataclysm. Could there be truth to the tale that so many today consider fiction? Lastly, we will begin to ...
Send us a text In this continuation of the encounters with the unknown series, we descend into the uncanny valley to hear some more incredible true accounts of the supernatural, dealing with entities, that, perhaps were once human. Witches, vampires (graveyard variety & psychic), and of course, gnomes… there's something for everyone here. In our analysis, we bring to bear many of the things we have learned on these subjects in the past year, and more. Support the show All episodes are a...
Send us a text In this episode we speak with a fellow truth seeker on the possibility that extraterrestrial beings had a significant hand in creating humanity and shaping our path of development throughout history. This conversation focuses on the major interventions by various species at certain key historical junctures. Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your personal experiences (spiritual, paranormal), questions, comments, or business in...
Send us a text In this episode we explore the mysterious origins of Santa Claus. We will cover three alternative theories, firstly, that Santa was based on Siberian shamanism and hallucinogenic mushrooms, secondly, that he was based on fairy folklore, and third, that he is a representation of the pagan god, Saturn. Which, if any, of these is the truth, or is Santa some combination of all the above? Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your pers...
Send us a text The period of time from late December to early January was spiritually significant to ancient cultures. The ancient midwinter festivals directly shaped our Christmas and New Year's holidays. This episode traces the history from the very beginning all the way to modern day, exploring feasts like Saturnalia and Yule. Discover the true meaning of the season, the major religious themes and historical events that brought us to where we are today. Support the show All episode...
Send us a text In this episode we explore the ins and outs of shamanism, the art of working with spirits and traveling to other realms. Beginning with its roots in Siberia, we will connect it with similar traditions around the world, examining everything from ancient cave art to studies on altered states of consciousness. Finally, we will consider what this universal phenomenon says about the human condition. Sources: "Visionary"- Graham Hancock "The Witch"- Ronald Hutton "The Shamanic...
Send us a text In the conclusion to our investigation into vampires, we speculate on the possible reality behind the phenomenon, and discuss its variations, from spectral energy vampires, to grave-plundering ghouls, to vampiric witches and sorcerers, referencing historical accounts and documentation from a variety of cultures. In the final analysis, we discuss what the vampire might signify within our collective psychology. Support the show All episodes are available in video format o...
Send us a text In this episode we explore the history of vampire beliefs as they are found all over the world, and retell alleged true historical accounts. In the latter part of the show, we explore spiritual mystery of blood in ancient religions and the occult. Humanity’s fascination with its special properties continues into the modern day. In the spirit of the horror season, I will be mercilessly butchering many pronunciations. Support the show All episodes are available in video...
Send us a text Explore the ancient Gaelic winter festival of Samhain and its influence on Halloween. This was a time when this world and the Otherworld intersected, and supernatural beings of all kinds roamed the earth. What was the religious significance of the beginning of winter to the ancients, and how can we learn from their wisdom? Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your personal experiences (spiritual, paranormal), questions, comments, or bu...
Send us a text In the conclusion to this study of demons we discuss their role in the spiritual ecosystem and connect historical understanding with current issues relating to psychology and culture, analyzing a bone-chilling modern case study of a possible demonic possession. Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your personal experiences (spiritual, paranormal), questions, comments, or business inquiries to: hiddenpassagepodcast@gmail.com You can a...
Send us a text In this episode we explore the origin of demons and the development of this concept throughout history, from Mesopotamia to medieval magicians. Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your personal experiences (spiritual, paranormal), questions, comments, or business inquiries to: hiddenpassagepodcast@gmail.com You can also send a voice message through SpeakPipe Follow on Instagram & Twitter Please consider rating/ leaving a ...
Send us a text The conclusion to this two-part episode recounts a series of spine-tingling true paranormal experiences, covering a variety of high strangeness phenomena. Ghosts, djinn, and dogman are all accounted for in part 2, followed by commentary that analyzes these stories, explaining some of the background behind them, and exploring their possible significance. Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your personal experiences (spiritual, pa...
Send us a text This two-part episode recounts a series of spine-tingling true paranormal experiences, covering a variety of high strangeness phenomena. Gnomes, shadow/ light people, and skinwalkers, are all accounted for in part 1, followed by commentary that analyzes these stories, explaining some of the background behind them, and exploring their possible significance. Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your personal experiences...
Send us a text This episode explores the mythological themes of renewal and rebirth associated with the spring season, tracing their roots from the worship of solar deities, through the emergence of the dying-resurrecting god, to modern day Easter, detailing the rich history and symbolism surrounding them. Drawing from many religions, we will uncover the curious origins, significance, and hidden meanings behind many traditions which are taken for granted today. Find out why the coming o...
Send us a text In the conclusion to this series, we ruminate on the possible origins and psychological/ metaphysical implications of faerie belief. Are these creatures a product of the mind, real, or somewhere in between? This episode also includes more mystifying encounters with these beings. Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your personal experiences (spiritual, paranormal), questions, comments, or business inquiries to: hiddenpassag...
Send us a text Part two examines faerie folklore further, detailing the extensive beliefs regarding the nature of these beings, including more classical tales and even one modern sighting. In the latter part, we begin to discuss the implication of such myths as analyzed through a twenty-first century lens. Support the show All episodes are available in video format on YouTube Send your personal experiences (spiritual, paranormal), questions, comments, or business inquiries to: hidd...
Send us a text An in-depth look at folklore’s most notorious trickster. Drawing from history, folklore, and interviews, this series will provide everything you want to know (and maybe more) about the good folk. Discover the true ancient origins of these beings, which are a far cry from the likes of Tinker Bell. Hear the good, bad, the ugly, and find out what it was about these creatures that struck fear and awe into the hearts of our ancestors. Part 1 sets the stage, introducing&n...
Send us a text What if the entities we encounter in dreams, visions, or paranormal experiences aren’t entirely external… but also not entirely imaginary? In this episode, we explore the mysterious world of thought-forms—psychic constructs created by intense emotion, belief, and concentrated energy. These forms appear across traditions: from Theosophy and Tibetan tulpas, to modern-day spirit guides, shadow people, and even viral mythologies like Slenderman. Are some ghosts, paranormal apparit...
Send us a text The astral realm is a world in flux—where spirits take form, emotions sculpt the landscape, and unseen entities move through the shifting tides of thought and energy. In this episode, we explore the beings that inhabit this plane, from nature spirits (fairies) and elementals to the eerie presence of shades—echoes of the dead that can take on a life of their own, sometimes possessed by other spirits and entities. We also discuss magical adepts, spiritual practitioners- both whit...
Send us a text Note: I used an AI voice morph to narrate the story for entertainment purposes only; it’s not meant to resemble/impersonate the person who shared it. Same will apply to other stories throughout this series. If you’d like to share your story to have featured in an episode, email me hiddenpassagepodcast@gmail.com. You can also leave a comment or send a voice recording on Speakpipe (link in bio). The opening chapter of a series dealing with the esoteric ideas regarding the...
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