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Red Web unravels mysteries from unsolved true crime to the paranormal. Whether you're a believer or a truth-seeker, Red Web will satisfy your curiosity for the unknown with suspense, intrigue, and humor every Monday.

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What Caused Ghosts to Appear in this Kitchen Fl...
We’re all familiar with the typical ghost haunting stories. Faces appearing in mirrors, voices in empty hallways, and lights turning on and off on their own. But for one family in Spain, a population of faces appearing in their cement flooring led them to question whether or not their house was haunted. Today, we look at the creepy case of the Bélmez Faces.
53 min
152
What Caused a Sickly Ooze to Fall From the Sky?...
In the summer of 1994, a small town in the state of Washington experienced an unusual type of precipitation. Contact with this precipitation resulted in citizens feeling ill, and supposedly even resulted in some local animals dying. Even now, no one is quite sure of what fell from the sky. Today, we discuss the puzzling mystery of the Oakville Blobs.
54 min
153
How Hundreds Danced Themselves to Death | Danci...
In the early 1500s, a woman in what is now known as modern day France began dancing uncontrollably. Within the span of a month, hundreds of people had joined her and were physically unable to stop themselves from dancing, ultimately resulting in some succumbing to exhaustion. Today, we look at the baffling mystery of the Dancing Plague of 1518.
54 min
154
The Creepiest Video on the Internet Explained |...
In 2009, a video was uploaded to Youtube featuring an unsettling robot named Tara. In the video, Tara was featured singing in an eerie android voice. The creepy video went viral, and the origins of this robot woman sparked an abundance of speculation. Today, we’re taking a look at the disturbing lore of the video “I Feel Fantastic.”
54 min
155
The History of Sleep Paralysis Demons Explained...
Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night, unable to move, haunted by hallucinations or visions of a terrifying entity? You’re not alone. There exists a scientific curiosity that explains why such a frightening event occurs. Today, we discuss the terrifying phenomenon of sleep paralysis.
63 min
156
Do These Impossible Ciphers Lead to Buried Trea...
In the year 1822, a Virginia innkeeper was given a locked box that he was told not to open for 10 years. Decades later, he finally opened it to see that it contained ciphers which pointed to the location of buried treasures. These ciphers have become some of the most puzzling codes in history and have never been solved. Today, we dive into the bewildering mystery of the Beale Ciphers.
61 min
157
The Serial Killer That Demanded Jazz Music | Ax...
In the early 1900s, the bustling city of New Orleans, Louisiana was terrorized by a serial killer. They attacked 12 people in their homes over the course of a year. What makes this case unusual is the alleged killer’s promise - to spare those that played jazz music from their homes. While the reign of terror ended in 1919, the aftereffects are felt even in the present. Today, we look at the disturbing case of the Axeman of New Orleans.
79 min
158
Over 300 People Report UFOs Over Lake Michigan ...
In March of 1994, hundreds of people across Western Michigan witnessed a brightly lit sky on what was an otherwise clear night. Calls flooded police stations, with reports of citizens asking about these strange lights overhead, that many believed to be unidentified flying objects. Today we’re going to discuss one of the most widely witnessed UFO sightings ever: the 1994 Michigan UFO Event.
63 min
159
Airship's Crew Mysteriously Disappeared Mid-Fli...
During WWII, a US Navy blimp descended over the San Francisco area with two crew members aboard. Though they were present at the time of takeoff, upon touch down, the crew was nowhere to be found. Today, we dive into the story behind one of the most peculiar disappearances in recent history: the L-8 Ghost Blimp.
74 min
160
The Most Mysterious Phone Number on the Interne...
Since the late 1990s, a peculiar phone number began circulating amongst websites, newspapers, magazines, and more. It was said that calling this number played an unknown voice counting from one to ten. The purpose behind this message, and who created it, remains a mystery. Today, we dive down the puzzling Internet rabbit hole of 1-800-GOLF-TIP.
79 min
161
Truth or Conspiracy: Was the Titanic Sunk on Pu...
In April of 1912, an extravagant passenger ship set off from the coast of England for its much anticipated maiden voyage. Tragically, that ship sank days later after colliding with an iceberg. Today, we look at the story and theories behind what is arguably the most famous ship disaster in history: the Titanic.
83 min
162
Is This Abandoned Theme Park Haunted? | Lake Sh...
In 1926, a businessman in the state of West Virginia purchased land on which he soon constructed an amusement park. But over the years, there were six reported deaths that occurred at the park. Thus began a tale of tragedy, both past and present, surrounding the land. Today, we learn about the Haunting of Lake Shawnee Amusement Park.
62 min
163
How a Man Disappeared and Reappeared With No Ex...
In February 1978, a Michigan college student went missing during a solo, cross country ski trip. Over a year later, after being presumed dead, he re-appeared without a single memory from the time that he was missing. Today, we tackle one of the most puzzling disappearances we’ve seen, as we look at the missing year of Steven Kubacki.
77 min
164
Did the Famous Lost City of Gold Really Exist? ...
Amid the 15th and 16th centuries, rumors began running rampant about a lost city of gold. These rumors continued to develop into stories of men and lakes made of gold, and inspired expeditions set out to find these supposed riches. Today, we explore the fact and fiction behind the story of El Dorado.
80 min
165
The CIA’s Secret Mind Control Program | MKUltra
In 1953, unbeknownst to the general public, the CIA conducted experiments on both the general population and government employees regarding the possibilities of things like mind control and hypnosis. Americans were dosed with LSD, oftentimes against their will or without their knowledge. The project was ultimately shut down in 1973 and did not become known to the public until afterward. Today, we dive into the complex mystery of Project MKUltra.
80 min
166
Are These Radio Stations Sending Secret Governm...
Since World War I, there have existed shortwave radio stations that send out strange communications, usually vocalized numbers. Their purpose remains unclear, though it is widely believed that governments use them to communicate with undercover spies. Today, we dive into the fact and fiction that surround the enigmatic existence of Number Stations.
64 min
167
What Was Inside of This Strange Box Shared on R...
The internet is full of mysteries waiting to be discovered. And sometimes it’s the simplest items that create the biggest splash, in this case a box. In 2013, a box full of religious and extraterrestrial drawings, journal entries, blueprints, and other fascinating documents was found and posted to the internet. Today we’re going to discuss the investigation into the Box of Crazy.
72 min
168
What Caused a Fire on This Historic Park Ride? ...
A ride at a popular amusement park in Australia was mysteriously engulfed in flames on the night of June 9, 1979. Seven passengers sadly lost their lives that night, and the cause of the fire has yet to be officially determined. Today we look at the tragic story behind the mystery of the Luna Park Ghost Train Fire
61 min
169
Exploring the History of This Yuletide Creature...
The month of December ushers in the holiday season. Typically a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, a popular “face” of the holidays is Santa Claus. But there is another figure associated with the holidays with a much more sinister story. This half-goat, half-demon hunts naughty children and punishes them for their wrongdoings. Today, we embrace the holidays and take a look at the story of Krampus.
45 min
170
What is the Origin of This Infamous Creepypasta...
Memes and online urban legends sometimes spread like wildfire on the Internet, but it can be hard to find where they originate. One creepy image has been ubiquitous in online spaces since the 2000s. Today we discuss the spread and unknown origins of the image associated with the “creepypasta” Jeff the Killer.
64 min
171
UFO Sighting at 35,000 Feet | JAL Cargo Flight ...
In 1986, the three man crew of a cargo flight saw strange lights that appeared to be flying alongside their plane. As they approached their destination, the crew saw an even larger object trailing them. Today we explore what some consider to be the most compelling case for UFOs, JAL Cargo Flight 1628.
80 min
172
Why Did This Masked Individual Give Away Televi...
In 2018, twenty people in Richmond, Virginia woke up to find TVs left on their doorsteps. No one knew why or who did it. It was forgotten until the same thing happened again a year later and the culprit was caught on camera. Today, we recount the humorous yet bizarre mystery of the Richmond TV Fairy.
44 min
173
This Paralyzing Gas Caused Panic in a Small Tow...
In 1944 the small town of Mattoon, Illinois was in a panic for weeks. A number of residents had woken up to a strange odor which caused alarming symptoms like paralysis, and it appeared someone was attacking victims with gas. Today, we discuss the peculiar mystery of the Mad Gasser of Mattoon.
74 min
174
Family of Serial Killers Disappears | The Blood...
After the Civil War, a number of people went missing along the Osage trail in Kansas. Search parties tracked the disappearances to a family owned inn along the trail. When locals went to confront them about the situation, the family was gone. This week we discuss one of the most famous mysteries of the Old West, the Bloody Benders.
61 min
175
The First AI Generated Cryptid? | Loab
The emerging field of artificial intelligence is filled with many unknowns. In 2022, a strange entity began repeatedly appearing in AI generated art.
59 min