On a humid August night in 1955, eleven people barricaded themselves inside a small farmhouse in rural Kentucky-convinced they were under siege by something not human. What followed was nearly four hours of gunfire, glowing figures at the windows, clawed hands on the roof… and a frantic midnight dash to the police station in nearby Hopkinsville. In this episode, we investigate the Kelly-Hopkinsville Encounter, one of the most controversial and misunderstood cases in UFO history. Through eyewitness testimony, historical context, and skeptical analysis, we explore what really happened that night-and why the story refuses to fade. Was this a genuine extraterrestrial encounter? A case of fear, misidentification, and owls in the dark? Or something far stranger? This is the full story-told as a documentary narrative-examining both belief and doubt, and the cultural moment that made a legend possible.

Five true encounters. Five witnesses who still don’t have answers. One long, unsettling journey into the world of humanoids, mimics, and things that move in the dark. These are real accounts, retold in the Tales of High Strangeness campfire style - atmospheric, grounded, and designed to stay with you long after the episode ends. If you enjoy humanoid sightings, cryptid encounters, mimicry tales, or unexplained wilderness experiences… this one is for you. Adapted from true firsthand reports (with permission).

In 1803, the village of Hammersmith in London was terrorized by reports of a ghost - a tall figure in white said to haunt the churchyard, attack travelers, and drive locals into hysterics. Fear spread so widely that armed patrols took to the streets to hunt the apparition. Then, on a freezing January night, a man pulled the trigger on what he believed was that ghost… and killed an innocent bricklayer instead. This episode of THS Case Files investigates the unforgettable Hammersmith Ghost case - a chilling blend of folklore, panic, tragedy, and one of the most important legal debates in British history. You’ll hear: The eerie encounters that set the village on edge A dramatic reconstruction of the shooting The surprising confession of the “real ghost” Believer vs. skeptic perspectives And the strange twist: how this case haunted English law for nearly two centuries Was Hammersmith truly haunted? Or did fear create a ghost where none existed? Subscribe for more documentary-style deep dives into the strange, the unexplained, and the forgotten.

In this special THS Case Files episode, we investigate one of the eeriest urban legends of the modern age - the Black-Eyed Children. From a chilling 1996 encounter in Abilene, Texas, to the haunting tales of Vermont’s snow-storm visitors and England’s Cannock Chase, this story has crossed borders and generations - blending folklore, fear, and the strange silence of a midnight knock. This episode comes from my new YouTube channel, THS Case Files, where I dive on-camera into famous paranormal reports and the stories that built them.

Four bone-cold encounters with something not quite human - the kind of stories that live in the dark between folklore and fact. Hear from a forest patrol officer, a hunter in Oklahoma, a couple on a deserted Texas road, and one man haunted by both a shadow figure and a crawling thing in his home. These are the Wendigo and Crawler stories that listeners call “too real to be fiction.” Press play - and don’t look out the window.

When you can’t move and something’s watching - sleep paralysis turns bedrooms into liminal spaces. In this episode: five true encounters with the Hat Man (aka Hatman) and the Old Hag - from Halloween 2009 to a backyard in Curaçao, from a ringing ear that becomes a scream to forty silent seconds in a bedroom corner.

Three unsettling first-person encounters with entities beyond explanation. The Hood-Height Beast — a road-side sighting of a wolf-like creature that shouldn’t exist. The Squeaking Walker — a midnight park encounter with something that walks but doesn’t touch the ground. The Tiny Glider — a miniature humanoid with the scent of blood in its wake. Each story invites you into the quiet terror of things that shouldn’t be — but are.

Four first-person encounters with demonic forces that press back on the physical world: a daycare where glass “taps” as if tested by claws; a mattress that rocks while its owner stands beside it; a voice that knows your name (and a camera that catches what the eye won’t); and a black-eared imp grinning at a bedroom threshold. These aren’t campfire exaggerations - they’re quiet, lived-in accounts of pressure, presence, and line-drawing. Become a Patron for exclusive access to extended episodes: patreon.com/talesofhighstrangeness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOHStrangeness

In this episode, I share true stories of encounters with creatures that can’t be explained away - phantom voices luring from the treeline, eyes glowing nine feet above the ground, and figures that move "wrong," like they don’t belong in this world.

This episode brings four tightly woven accounts of sleep paralysis and the entities that seem to learn us: a childhood room where a bed mimics the living, a TV that snaps to static as a pale crawler descends the wall, a small house that keeps its own midnight schedule, and a desert dream where beauty curdles into hunger. Featuring the Hat Man, and the age-old Old Hag legend.

What happens when the thing in the doorway doesn’t leave - even after the lights come on? This episode explores the worldwide phenomenon of the Hat Man through five true-life stories. From the terror of sleep paralysis to the unspoken fears that echo through childhood homes, hear powerful first-person accounts of encounters with a shadowy, hat-brimmed presence - sometimes accompanied by physical sensations, marks left behind, and a dread that lingers for years.First, a childhood nightmare threatens to step into the waking world. Next, a shared vision cements itself into a family’s history. You’ll meet those who have lost sleep, changed routines, and even moved houses in attempts to escape the hat and coat lurking at the threshold.

Three true-to-life encounters adapted into cinematic audio: an “owl” that laughs wrong, a thing jointed like a human drawn from memory, and eyes nine feet up over a backyard fence. Are we hearing Wendigo/Skinwalker lore - or something that learns our voices?

In the quiet plains of Colorado, nestled in the shadows of the Rocky Mountains, lies a ranch unlike any other. What should have been a peaceful retreat for the Priestley family became the setting for one of the most perplexing cases of paranormal activity ever recorded. It began with a hum—low, droning, and relentless. Then came the mutilated livestock, towering shadowy figures lurking in the trees, and glowing orbs that defied the laws of physics. But the true terror arrived when unidentified disc-shaped craft descended onto the ranch, leaving behind more than just questions. Was Clearview Ranch a secret battleground between extraterrestrial factions? A government experiment cloaked in secrecy? Or was something even more sinister at play? Join me as we unravel the enigma of Clearview Ranch, where the natural and the supernatural collide in an eerie tale of high strangeness, cryptid encounters, and UFO phenomena.

Step into the eerie world of high strangeness, where the familiar turns unsettling and the unknown lurks just beyond the trees. In this chilling episode, we delve into two haunting tales: a young man’s unsettling return to his grandparents’ remote home, where melodic whistles in the woods defy explanation, and a trucker’s harrowing encounter at an isolated Midwest truck stop that leaves him questioning reality.   Are these eerie phenomena mere figments of imagination, or do they point to something far more sinister? Join us as we uncover the hidden whispers of the wilderness and unravel the unsettling truths behind these encounters.   Turn down the lights, lock your doors, and prepare to venture… into the shadows.

In this episode of Tales of High Strangeness, we explore three terrifying encounters with the Wendigo, a creature of legend known for its ghastly appearance and insatiable hunger. These stories are drawn from true events, meticulously adapted to bring you as close to the terror as possible. Brace yourself for a journey into the unknown, where reality and the supernatural collide. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed the episode!

Hold your breath as we delve into the terrifying world of the Hat Man. True stories of sleep paralysis, ghostly visitations, and the chilling question: Is the Hat Man real?   Have a story you would like me to narrate? Send them to stories@daredeverell.com  Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/jamesdeverell Become a Patron: patreon.com/talesofhighstrangeness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOHStrangeness

Are demons real? Listen to chilling firsthand accounts of possession, haunting apparitions, and battles with the unseen. Not for the faint of heart.

Step into a realm where reality bends and logic falters in the newest episode of 'Tales of High Strangeness'. "Simulation Theory - Glitch in the Matrix Stories" delves into mesmerizing stories where everyday life is interrupted by events that challenge our understanding of the world. From mysterious disappearances to bewildering occurrences, these narratives will leave you questioning what's truly possible. New merch: https://www.daredeverell.com/thsmerch Have a story you would like me to narrate? Send them to stories@daredeverell.com  Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/jamesdeverell Become a Patron: patreon.com/talesofhighstrangeness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOHStrangeness

Embark on a thrilling exploration of Norse lore with our latest episode. Delve into the mystique of these legendary undead beings, tracing their roots from ancient Nordic tales to their evolving depiction in today's media landscapes. Deliberate on the profound messages they carry about human greed, the sanctity of the departed, and their intriguing metamorphosis in modern entertainment, particularly video games. This episode is a must-listen for those passionate about mythology, horror tales, or anyone intrigued by the dark corners of history. Become a part of this gripping saga and experience the chilling aura of the Draugr like never before. New merch: https://www.daredeverell.com/thsmerch Have a story you would like me to narrate? Send them to stories@daredeverell.com  Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/jamesdeverell Become a Patron: patreon.com/talesofhighstrangeness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOHStrangeness

Prepare to have your understanding of reality questioned as we delve into one of the most perplexing paranormal cases ever documented—the story of Don Decker, also known as 'The Rain Man.' This isn't your average weather forecast; we're talking rain, but not where it belongs. Imagine attending a funeral and then becoming the eye of a personal storm, where raindrops fall not from the sky but from your living room ceiling. Don't believe it's possible? Even the police who witnessed this phenomenon were left speechless, questioning the boundaries of what we call 'reality.' Was Don Decker merely a conduit for some otherworldly power, or is there a scientific explanation waiting to be discovered? Get ready for a spine-tingling journey into the unknown that will leave you pondering the boundaries of human capability and the mysteries that lie just beyond our understanding. You might want to keep an umbrella handy for this one, folks, because we're stepping into a downpour of high strangeness. Don't miss it! New merch: https://www.daredeverell.com/thsmerch Have a story you would like me to narrate? Send them to stories@daredeverell.com  Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/jamesdeverell Become a Patron: patreon.com/talesofhighstrangeness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talesofhighstrangeness/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOHStrangeness