Indrid Cold: The Woodrow Derenberger Interview (WITH CAPTIONS)Appalachian Oddity2024-10-22 | Indrid Cold: The Woodrow Derenberger Interview (WITH CAPTIONS)WV Folklore & Paranormal T-Shirt CollectionAppalachian Oddity2024-02-22 | A collection of West Virginia tourism, folklore, and paranormal themed T-shirts I've gotten over the years. This includes Mothman, Flatwoods monster and supposedly haunted location shirts.A Case of Accidental Scrying || Appalachian Oddity (Article)Appalachian Oddity2024-01-12 | In 2019 a West Virginia local, who was familiar with my interest in oddities and winged creatures such as Mothman, approached me with a strange piece of paper. (Continued...)
Music: Silent Turmoil by MyuuWest Virginian Reportedly Saw Winged Creature In 2008 || Appalachian Oddity (Article)Appalachian Oddity2024-01-07 | In 2015, while in Highschool, my classmate Brandon told me that he had reportedly witnessed something bizarre in West Virginia back in 2008. The conversation began when he noticed the Mothman books I was reading in the school library. Brandon said that what he saw was similar to the Mothman in appearance.
I took interest in his story and interviewed him about it while writing down what he told me in my notepad. The following is his supposed sighting as he relayed it to me. He claimed that the story was completely true and without exaggeration. (Continued...)
Music: Silent Turmoil by MyuuYOURE SPOOKY AND IM ODD - Talking With Spooky AppalachiaAppalachian Oddity2023-11-01 | In this video, Athens, the host of Appalachian Oddity is joined by guest Jimmy of the project Spooky Appalachia. We discuss regional folklore and anomalous phenomena such as UFOs, sasquatch, West Virginia monsters like Mothman and Flatwoods, ghost stories, folk practices and other supposed paranormal happenings. Recorded on 9/18/2023.
Happy Halloween, folks! Here is a treat for you. Enjoy!
Music: Unspoken by MyuuTalking With MawMaw About Folk PracticesAppalachian Oddity2023-07-01 | I interview my Mawmaw about WV folk practices and spirituality including folk healing, divination and superstitions. We also discuss ghosts, monsters, signs and mystical experiences. At the end we even talk about coal mining unions. Recorded on 12/26/2022.
If you or anyone you know have experienced anomalous phenomena in WV or Appalachia please send an email to: AppalachianOddity@gmail.com - Music: Unspoken by MyuuInterviewed by Radio Free MagoniaAppalachian Oddity2022-08-09 | In this video I am interviewed about anomalous phenomena by the host of Radio Free Magonia. Recorded on October 7th 2021. I dug this one out of the ol' archives and wiped off the dust. Enjoy.
Music: Unspoken by MyuuThoughts on Audio Divination (Scan Radios and EVP)Appalachian Oddity2022-03-17 | All we hear is radio gaga, radio blah blah, radio what's new?
An overview on Electronic Voice Phenomenon (EVP) and the use of scan radios aka spirit boxes which I consider to be static noise interpretation or audio divination as a spiritual practice.
Music: Unspoken by MyuuEstes Method Over Voice CallAppalachian Oddity2022-02-26 | Micah and I try to use the "Estes Method" for scan radio divination over a Discord voice call. Spooky fun ensues. Recorded on August 26th 2021.WV Woman Claims ALIEN Encounter - Reported Witness InterviewAppalachian Oddity2021-12-05 | A West Virginia woman claims to have encountered two roughly 4ft tall gray aliens one night in about 2013. She also claims to have experienced poltergeist activity in her home and a series of odd happenings including seeing and hearing what might be a sasquatch. Interview recorded on 10/26/2021.
If you or anyone you know have experienced anomalous phenomena in WV or Appalachia please send an email to: AppalachianOddity@gmail.comRETRO UFO AND ALIEN FEET - Talking with Rob KristoffersonAppalachian Oddity2021-11-05 | Discussing UFOs and other Fortean phenomena with Rob Kristofferson of the podcast Our Strange Skies. We even discuss the oddly specific detail of "alien feet" and our theories on the matter. Recorded on 09/14/2021.
0:00 - 7:31 Introduction 7:32 - 47:28 Retro UFO / Timeline 47:29 - 53:39 Contactees VS Abductees 53:40 - 1:00:12 Alien Feet 1:00:13 - 1:11:46 High Strangeness 1:11:47 - 1:18:52 African UFOs & More 1:18:53 - 1:25:46 Other Fortean Stuff 1:25:47 - 1:30:12 Ending / Outro
Music: Unspoken by MyuuPSYCHIC SPACE SLUGS - Talking with MagonianAppalachian Oddity2021-10-03 | Discussing the Magonia Research Group with its co-founder Tom aka Magonian. We also go down some tangents about Fortean philosophy as well the lives and ideas of some of our favorite authors. Recorded September 9th 2021.
0:00 - 4:19 Introduction 4:20 - 13:47 Magonia Research Group / Background 13:48 - 20:40 Psychic Space Slugs 20:41 - 24:35 Phantom Strangers 24:36 - 39:17 John Keel & Answers 39:18 - 49:40 MRG Goals / Philosophy 49:41 - 51:14 - Ending / OutroTHATS NOT A DEER! - Talking with Will-O-The-WitchAppalachian Oddity2021-09-06 | Discussing the "Not Deer" and spirituality with blogger Madison aka Will-o-the-witch. Recorded on July 19th 2021.
If you or anyone you know have experienced anomalous phenomena in WV or Appalachia please send an email to: AppalachianOddity@gmail.comVisiting The WV Mine Wars MuseumAppalachian Oddity2021-09-02 | A look at the WV Mine Wars Museum. For more in-depth info, visit the WV Mine Wars Museum in person. Also check out their channel: youtube.com/channel/UCULCFM-dVlpcHfHbkxTVL8g/videos Filmed in July 2021. Music: Tender Remains by MyuuA CHIMERIC REALITY - Talking with AP Strange!Appalachian Oddity2021-08-11 | "It becomes less a chicken and the egg, and it becomes more of ... a rooster's egg from which a Chimera is born. And that's what were dealing with is a Chimeric reality that doesn't need to be either or." - AP Strange, July 6th 2021.
His website - apstrange.comPlanetJupiter.movAppalachian Oddity2021-08-11 | This video is made of linoleum and glue.Thoughts on Mirror ScryingAppalachian Oddity2021-07-28 | Through a glass darkly... My thoughts on black mirror scrying as a form of divination.
Music: Unspoken by MyuuStrange BOOKS and Folklore! (Round Table Discussion)Appalachian Oddity2021-07-15 | In this meeting of the Appalachian Mystery Society, we discuss Fortean books we enjoy and other odd topics! Featuring The Best Virginian and Micah. Enjoy our strange reads! Recorded on June 21st 2021. (Mystery Society #4)
Music: Take A Chance by MyuuDont Fear The Ouija! (A Board Collection Video)Appalachian Oddity2021-06-03 | Displaying my talking board collection. Ouija boards are lovely, aren't they?
- (Music - Metamorphosis by Myuu)Talking SUPERSTITION and Folklore w/ Dave!Appalachian Oddity2021-04-23 | A follow up discussion with Dave about documenting anomalies and folklore, the Fortean community, superstition and the Appalachian Mystery Society. Recorded on January 16th 2021. (Mystery Society #3)Appalachian Mystery Society - Meeting #2 (The Best Virginian, Valerie & Dave)Appalachian Oddity2021-02-03 | Recorded on January 13th 2021. An official meeting of The Appalachian Mystery Society featuring Mothman Historian, Valerie, The Best Virginian and Dave. The subject was organizing as it relates to anomalous phenomenon.
Music - Unspoken by MyuuBizarre Creature Reportedly Spotted In Ohio 2009 - Interviewing A Paranormal CoupleAppalachian Oddity2020-12-25 | Interviewing Ryan and Carly of the Appalachian Mystery Society about the bizarre experiences of their lives. Including Carly reportedly spotting a strange creature near Cincinnati Ohio in 2009. Recorded on December 13-14th 2020 (10PM to beyond midnight)
If you or anyone you know have experienced anomalous phenomena in WV or Appalachia please send an email to: AppalachianOddity@gmail.comAppalachian Mystery Society - Meeting #1 (Interface Death and Newman)Appalachian Oddity2020-12-12 | Recorded on November 30th 2020. An official meeting of The Appalachian Mystery Society featuring Mothman Historian, Justin K. Brown of Interface Death and the ever mysterious Newman.
Time stamps: Introductions - 0:00 Better Organizing - 6:03 Mothman Discussion - 14:04 After Effects / Reactions - 24:45 EMF Explanations - 34:22 Witness Struggles - 37:27 Rejection of The Experience - 40:09 Skepticism / Discernment - 45:00 Men In Black - 56:54 Indrid Cold - 1:02:12 Acclimation - 1:09:05 Items To Bring - 1:18:09 The Year 2020 - 1:23:38 History of Your State - 1:28:07 Brief Origins - 1:33:25 Conclusions / End - 1:43:09A Halloween SéanceAppalachian Oddity2020-11-12 | On Oct 31st, I was able to take part in a classic Halloween Séance with a slightly modern twist. This included the talking board and the Estes Method. Surprising responses and conversations were had between the material and immaterial. Hope you enjoy and have a pleasant evening!
Music: Hold On by Myuu Unspoken by Myuu Troubles Waves by MyuuThe Appalachian Mystery Society! - AnnouncementAppalachian Oddity2020-10-20 | Officially announcing the establishment of a collaborative research society known as the "Appalachian Mystery Society." EST 2020.
Music: Metamorphosis by Myuu Unspoken by MyuuMothman Festival 2019 (Vendors, Costumes & more!)Appalachian Oddity2020-06-25 | Footage from The Mothman Festival of 2019 featuring vendor tables, costumes and more. (Mothman Historian Ep11)A Bizarre Talking Board SessionAppalachian Oddity2020-06-10 | In Sept 2019, I participated in a truly bizarre talking board session at the Mothman festival with Spectral Wolfpack, EPIC Paranormal TV and Sandy Wolf. (Mothman Historian EP10)The Legendary Grafton Monster of WVAppalachian Oddity2020-05-03 | In June 2019, I investigated the legendary Grafton Monster of West Virginia Folklore in Taylor County WV. What strange creatures lurk within the depths of the archive? (Mothman Historian EP9)The Sanford Center (Paranormal Investigation)Appalachian Oddity2020-02-28 | (Mothman Historian Ep8) On March 10th 2019, I went to Moundsville West Virginia to investigate the supposedly haunted Sanford Center which houses a Paranormal Museum filled with reportedly haunted items. During this trip I also visited a prisoner graveyard called Whitegate Cemetery as well as the Palace of Gold. An amazing Moundsville moment!Creek Mythology || Mothman HistorianAppalachian Oddity2019-12-07 | Further adventures in West Virginia (Oct 2018 - Feb 2019)! Exploring local folklore by the creek, touring an old company store, visiting a Mothman sighting location, conducting an interview and testing a new communication method! (Mothman Historian Ep7)
(That intro is tongue-in-cheek btw, just encase that's not clear. Lol )Mothman Fest 2019: Steve Ward & Joey MadiaAppalachian Oddity2019-10-23 | Speakers Steve Ward & Joey Madia talk about high strangeness and their upcoming book "Parallels and Patterns" at the 2019 Mothman Festival! [Outro music: Ghost Town by Myuu]Mothman Fest 2019: Greg & Dana NewkirkAppalachian Oddity2019-10-23 | Speakers Greg and Dana Newkirk of Planet Weird speak about haunted items and their traveling museum of the paranormal at the 2019 Mothman Festival! [Outro music: Ghost Town by Myuu] youtube.com/PlanetWeirdHQMothman Fest 2019: Andrew Smith (Flatwoods Museum)Appalachian Oddity2019-10-20 | Speaker Andrew Smith, curator of the Flatwoods Monster Museum, does a presentation about Braxton County folklore at the 2019 Mothman Festival! [Outro song: Ghost Town by Myuu] Website: http://www.braxtonwv.org/museum YouTube: youtube.com/user/BraxtonCVBMothman Fest 2019: Brent RaynesAppalachian Oddity2019-10-15 | Speaker Brent Raynes discusses his book "John A. Keel: The man, the myths and the ongoing mysteries" at the 2019 Mothman festival! [Outro song: Ghost Town by Myuu]Point Between Two Waters || Mothman HistorianAppalachian Oddity2019-08-21 | In Sept 2018, I attended the Mothman Festival and investigated a few supposedly haunted locations such as the local hotel and The TNT Area along with fellow researchers Alex of Spectral Wolfpack, Eric of EPIC and Justin of Interface Death. (Mothman Historian Ep6)Where The Roads Lead || Mothman HistorianAppalachian Oddity2019-03-10 | My WV adventures continue as I explore more history and folklore! (Nov 2016 - Dec 2017) See where the road takes you! (Mothman Historian Ep2)
Includes: Point Pleasant (River Museum, TNT) 11/27/16 Clendinin (Koontz Cemetery - Wrong place) 1/2/17 Little Creek Park (Devil's Tea Table) 3/29/17 Charleston (Criel Mound, Painting) March 2017 Greenbrier County (Organ Cave, John Henry, Ghost) 4/14/17 Pt Pleasant (Film Screening, Ft Randolph, Museums) 5/26&27/17 Pt Pleasant (Town in general, park, shops, "three knocks") 7/6/17 Point Pleasant (Mothman Festival 2017) 9/15,16,17/17 Kenova (Pumpkin House, Halloween) October 2017 Moundsville (Prison, Mound, Museums) December 2017The Unknown State || Mothman HistorianAppalachian Oddity2018-10-29 | The first five trips of my journeys across the state of West Virginia studying our folklore and history! (Feb 2016 - Oct 2016) Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of Mothman Historian! (Ep1)
Includes: Basic overviews of the legend (Nov '66 - Dec '67) How I got started (Stories, Mothman Wiki) 2/10/16 Point Pleasant (Mothman Museum, Statue, TNT) 4/3/16 Moundsville (Former WV Penitentiary) 6/16/16 Flatwoods (Sign, Chair, Sunoco, Billboard) 9/2/16 Point Pleasant (Mothman Festival) 9/17&18/16 Weston (Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum) 10/18/16 My Mothman Costume (Halloween) 10/31/16Mothman Fest 2018: Craig Hesson (Battle of Pt Pleasant)Appalachian Oddity2018-10-06 | Local historian speaks at the 2018 Mothman Festival on the topic of The Battle of Point Pleasant.
[ Outro Music: A Sad State of Freedom by Savfk ]Mothman Fest 2018: Lyle Blackburn & Ken GerhardAppalachian Oddity2018-10-04 | Lyle Blackburn and Ken Gerhard speak at the 2018 Mothman Festival on the topic of investigating anomalous reports and their new show "American Monster Tour".
[ Outro music: Facing Darkness by Myuu ]Mothman Fest 2018: Steve WardAppalachian Oddity2018-10-02 | Mothman Festival guest speaker, Steve Ward, speaks on the subject of the late great investigator John Keel.
[ Outro Music: Evil Returns by Myuu ]TNT Area Wastelands || Mothman HistorianAppalachian Oddity2018-09-28 | On June 8th 2018, while in Pt Pleasant WV, I stopped by the legendary TNT area to use some equipment and waste time in the wastelands. (Mothman Historian Ep5)Flatwoods Monster Film PremiereAppalachian Oddity2018-05-21 | On April 7th 2018, I returned to Braxton County, West Virginia to attend a Small Town Monsters film screening about The Flatwoods Monster of WV folklore and to explore the area once again. I got to see all the monster chairs and the newly opened Flatwoods Monster Museum. (Mothman Historian EP4)The WV Capitol and MuseumAppalachian Oddity2018-05-06 | Footage of The West Virginia State Capitol (02/09/18).Grave City Haunted Relic ExpoAppalachian Oddity2018-04-24 | On January 20th 2018, I went to the Sanford community center in Moundsville, West Virginia to attend an event called the Grave City Haunted Relic Expo. I had been invited to do a presentation about my favorite thing, the legendary Mothman of WV! (Mothman Historian Ep3)
Paranormal Quest - YouTube.com/ParanormalQuestDRS Sources For Encounter & Poltergeist Stories - Mothman Prophecies(Page85, Chapter6.VI), Strange Creatures From Time And Space (Pg.221, Ch18), Mothman: Facts Behind The Legend (Pg.29-32) End Music - Edge of Life by Myuu (YouTube.com/myuuji)The Paranormal Museum In Moundsville WVAppalachian Oddity2017-12-19 | Checking out the Paranormal museum in Moundsville, West Virginia and talking with the museum's curator!Grave Creek Mound and Archaeological ComplexAppalachian Oddity2017-12-10 | Exploring the Grave Creek Mound and the associated museum In Moundsville, WVTouring The WV Penitentiary In Moundsville (Day)Appalachian Oddity2017-12-07 | A tour of the historic West Virginia State Penitentiary in Moundsville.Miniature Mothman Statue UnboxingAppalachian Oddity2017-11-30 | Unboxing a miniature statue of the Mothman from West Virginia folklore!Into The Mind of John KeelAppalachian Oddity2017-11-28 | Ep1: Categories - An ongoing series about author John Keel. This episode focuses on his view on categories of study.