Jim welcomes Jason Offutt to explore the fascinating world of cryptids through his book Chasing North American Monsters. From Bigfoot to lesser-known legends like the El Duende and the terrifying Wendigo, Jason shares stories that stretch across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and beyond. The conversation digs into the surprising similarities between global folklore, including “little…
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Jim welcomes author David L. Sloan to discuss his provocative book, How Key West Killed JFK: The Island That Changed The Course of History, exploring alleged connections between Assassination of John F. Kennedy and the shadowy world of Key West in the early 1960s. David outlines a web of mob activity, Cuban exiles, and intelligence…
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A trip to a haunted Gettysburg inn takes a turn when a skeptic has an experience he can’t easily brush off. From there, we hear about a strange sight in the sky that resurfaces decades later in an unexpected way, and a moment where reality itself seems to glitch. The episode is chock full of…
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Strange things are falling from the skies as reports of meteors, fireballs, and unexplained sonic booms spark questions about what’s really happening above us. Jim and Dar also discuss mysterious new government domains and a baffling disappearance tied to high-level science circles . Then, learn about a shocking Loch Ness sighting and a near-death experience…
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In this episode, Jim welcomes back Richard Estep to discuss his latest book Monsters, Myths, Legends, and Real Encounters. They dive into why monster stories continue to captivate us from childhood into adulthood, exploring everything from classic cryptids like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster to lesser-known oddities like the Fresno Nightcrawler.Richard shares how he…
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A quiet walk in the woods takes a turn into something far stranger for our Campfire caller. A long-shuttered ballroom reveals ghosts of the past, a mysterious figure appears exactly when help is needed and many more incredible stories on this edition of Jim Harold’s Campfire! VIRTUAL CAMPFIRE GROUP Join our FREE online community at https://virtualcampfiregroup.com…
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Jim and Dar start out the show by recounting their experiences with the meteor that rattled Cleveland yesterday! Then, they talk about a shocking new documentary that claims the most famous Bigfoot footage of all time may have been staged. Is it definitive, solid proof that Bigfoot doesn’t exist? Plus, what does Steven Spielberg say…
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Longtime friend of the show Tiyi Schippers joins us to discuss her latest book, Grace in the Cabin. In the book, Tiyi shares the true story of a remote lodge tied to tragic events and a powerful haunting. What begins as a frightening tale becomes something deeper as she tries to uncover the truth behind…
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A seemingly peaceful Idaho town becomes the backdrop for a crime so horrific it still resonates years later. Jim talks with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Olsen about the terrifying events, the hunt for the killer, and the remarkable resilience of the young survivor. It’s a heartbreaking and powerful true crime story you won’t…
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An old family home becomes the center of a chilling mystery when multiple people see the exact same shadowy figure moving around. Perhaps a dark chapter in the house’s history holds the key to understanding it. Plus, we share a collection of strange moments including a Ouija board session that yields very precise answers, a…
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