The Octopus Murders 🐙
On August 10, 1991, investigative journalist Danny Casolaro was found dead in a hotel bathtub in Martinsburg, West Virginia. His wrists were slashed multiple times in what authorities ruled a suicide.
Adam Frazier
Adam Frazier grew up in the heart of Appalachia, dreaming of an escape from the crushing mundanity of the rural South through the works of visionaries like George Lucas, Stan Lee, Steven Spielberg, and Stephen King. A storyteller at heart, Adam currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina – the pimento cheese capital of the world – where he spends his time watching, writing, and writing about what he's watching.
The Men in Black
The Men in Black (MIB) have become iconic figures in both popular culture and UFO conspiracy theories, representing a mysterious and often sinister force associated with government cover-ups, UFO sightings, and extraterrestrial encounters.
The Films of 1984
It’s 2024 [pause for existential crisis] and the following 25 iconic films are turning 40. I’ll also be turning 40, but let’s not worry about that right now…
Adam's Favorite Films of 2023
In the last 12 months, we've been treated to a slew of captivating films from visionary directors such as Martin Scorsese, Christopher Nolan, Emerald Fennell, David Fincher, Greta Gerwig, Hayao Miyazaki, Sofia Coppola, Ridley Scott, and Wes Anderson.
The Stargate Project
Remote viewing was a technique used frequently by a clandestine government program known as the Stargate Project. Declassified in the 1990s, Stargate was a $20 million research program sponsored by the U.S. Federal Government aimed at exploring the military applications of psychic phenomena...
Anton LaVey and the Satanic Panic
The word "Satanism" conjures many dark and enigmatic images, often fueled by fear and misconceptions. At the heart of this intricate web of beliefs and urban legends lies Anton LaVey, the founder of the Church of Satan, and the infamous Satanic Panic of the 1980s.
Adam's Appalachian Adventure
I grew up in Pearisburg, Virginia. It's a small town in the middle of Appalachia that has some weird things going for it — weird even for Appalachia.
The Matamoros Cult Killings
In this edition of POP ‘N’ PIZZA, we examine the chilling saga of the Matamoros Cult Killings — a tale of ritualistic murder, twisted belief systems, and unbelievable cruelty. Read on, if you dare…
The Creator
Every now and then, a movie comes along with the power to break through the cynicism and weariness of adulthood and reignite my sense of wonder. THE CREATOR is one of those films — a bold, soul-stirring sci-fi spectacle that examines the ethical, moral, and existential questions that arise when humans and advanced technology come into conflict.
The Dyatlov Pass Incident
Sixty-three years ago, nine experienced hikers embarked on an expedition into Russia's remote northern Ural Mountains, only to meet a bizarre, inexplicable fate.
Ghost Tape Number 10
February 10, 1970. Just after dusk, the jungles near the United States Army's Fire Support Base Chamberlain in Hau Niga Province, South Vietnam, came to life with Buddhist funeral music, accompanied by a haunting chorus of anguished wails and otherworldly shrieks.
A Beginner's Guide to Cryptids
Cryptozoology — a term coined in the 1950s by French zoologist Bernard Heuvelmans — is the study of hidden or unknown animals not recognized in standard zoology.
The Strange and Unfortunate Case of Paul Bennewitz
Born in 1927, Paul Frederic Bennewitz served in World War II as a radio electronics engineer for the Coast Guard.
MK Ultra
In the annals of clandestine operations, few projects have invoked intrigue and raised as many ethical questions as the notorious MK Ultra.
Operation Paperclip
In the aftermath of World War II, Operation Paperclip emerged as a clandestine initiative that would forever shape the scientific landscape and geopolitical dynamics of the post-war era.
Top Secret: The Truth Behind Area 51
Area 51 is a highly secretive and controversial military installation in southern Nevada, United States, approximately 83 miles north-northwest of Las Vegas, near the small town of Rachel.
Get Me the Hell Outta Here!
Humanity's fascination with extraterrestrial life and the prospect of encountering alien beings has fueled countless debates and narratives.
A Brief History of the Slasher Film
The slasher horror genre has a fascinating and enduring history that has left an indelible mark on the horror film industry.
Secret Societies
Secret societies have roots that stretch back to ancient times, often emerging as a response to political and religious oppression. One example is the Eleusinian Mysteries
Church of the Cosmic Skull 🌈
My current obsession is CHURCH OF THE COSMIC SKULL, a 7-piece rock band from Nottingham, England, that puts the ABBA in BLACK SABBATH. They may also be a cult, but more on that in a bit.
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