All Episodes (33)

1. 1. Who Killed Julia Wallace? Part 2

   We continue to dive into the real life locked room murder mystery of Julia Wallace. Tonight we discuss William Herbert Wallace's trial, additional suspects, and theories with our special guest, writer of mystery & thrillers, Norm Thoeming aka August Norman.Read Norm’s work here!Julia’s body was found by her husband, William Herbert Wallace, after returning home from a bizarre outing. Initially the doors to their home were locked before William gained entry to find the brutal scene. William H. Wa

   Aug 30,2022 48:33
2. 2. Who Killed Julia Wallace? With special guest, author Norm Thoeming.

   We dive into a real life locked-room murder mystery in the first ever episode of A STUDY OF STRANGE. Who killed Julia Wallace on September 20th, 1931? It is a case that has stumped investigators for nearly a century. Our special guest, writer of mystery & thrillers, Norm Thoeming aka August Norman, joins to help figure it out. Read Norm’s work here!Julia’s body was found by her husband, William Herbert Wallace, after returning home from a bizarre outing. Initially the doors to their home were lo

   Aug 30,2022 52:19
3. 3. A Study Of Strange - Trailer

   Coming Soon! For lovers of true crime, mysteries, and even outlandish tales of high strangeness. Join host Michael May as he and a guest investigate tales of the unknown each week from bizarre crimes to unsolved murders and unexplained phenomena. A Study of Strange attempts to debunk common misconceptions and encourages each guest to “play a role” in the storytelling process. Guests include entertainment industry insiders, friends, weirdos, randos, and more! Michael May is a filmmaker and perfor

   Aug 23,2022 00:57
4. 4. Talking Bigfoot with a Six Year Old

   Albert Ostman's shocking encounter and kidnapping by a family of Sasquatch in 1924 is still a hotly debated topic. Was he telling the truth? Did he really spend almost a week living with Bigfoot? Are Bigfoot real? Maybe a six year old kid, and budding cryptozoologist, will have an answer. Is this an appropriate story to share with my son? Probably not but the nightmares haven't been that bad....Visit our sponsor: https://www.audibletrial.com/strangePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/astudyofstrang

   Mar 14,2023 41:23
5. 5. The Forgotten Witch Trials of Connecticut

   Before the infamous Salem Witch Trials in Massachusetts, the majority of witch accusations and executions in North America took place in Connecticut. But, the Connecticut Witch Trials were once forgotten by history, and some details, records, and accounts are still largely unknown. Can the terrifyingly absurd witch trials teach us anything about humanity? On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by brother and sister, Sean and Sinead Persaud of Shipwrecked Comedy, who grew up near Salem, abs

   Mar 07,2023 01:18:11
6. 6. Are Zombies Real? Part 2 - With Mali Elfman

   In part 2 of “Are Zombies Real?”, we discuss accounts of zombification in Haiti. These include the dramatic experience of Clairvious Narcisse which inspired “The Serpent and the Rainbow”, the strange zombie tale of Felicia Felix-Mentor, and more.  Writer/Director, Mali Elfman, of the new film NEXT EXIT, and producer of the film BIRTH/REBIRTH joins the podcast.  Visit our sponsor here: https://www.audibletrial.com/strange Listen to the episode unedited and commercial free on Patreon https://www.p

   Feb 28,2023 42:18
7. 7. Are Zombies Real? Part 1 - With Mali Elfman

   Are zombies real, and where did the concept of a mindless, walking dead person originate? On this two part series we look into the history of the zombie, its ties to Haitian history, and explore the handful of stories of zombification that have been studied. Stories include the  account of Clairvious Narcisse and the strange zombie tale of Felicia Felix-Mentor.  Writer/Director, Mali Elfman, of the new film NEXT EXIT, and producer of the film BIRTH/REBIRTH joins the podcast.  Visit our sponsor h

   Feb 21,2023 41:20
8. 8. The Redpath Mansion Murder Mystery

   In 1901, one of Canada’s most wealthy and powerful families found themselves players in a real murder mystery. Ada Redpath and her son, Jocelyn Clifford Redpath, were found shot to death in their home. The murder weapon (or weapons) were found near the bodies, and it was concluded to be a murder-suicde. Why then is this a mystery? Police never investigated, the bodies were hastily buried, and the Redpath family never spoke of that night. It’s a story filled with secrets and, maybe, lies.  With s

   Feb 07,2023 58:57
9. 9. Internet Mysteries

   Joined by guest Sean Anthony Davis, a writer and an employee at Naughty Dog, we discuss some of the internet’s most baffling mysteries while attempting to plan our own online enigmatic creation. Topics include the video 11B-X-1371 (aka the plague doctor video), the most mysterious song on the internet, the Heaven’s Gate website, the Markovian Parallax Denigrate, and the site Oct282011.com. Listen to the episode unedited and commercial free on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/astudyofstrangeTheme

   Jan 31,2023 01:30:29
10. 10. Devil’s Fire of Canneto Di Caronia - with Director Laura Moss (”Birth/Rebirth”)

    Beginning in December of 2003, strange and unexplained fires began occurring in the seaside town of Canneto Di Caronia, Sicily, Italy. The fires caused damage to many homes and businesses and the residents had to evacuate by the next summer. What's strange is that the cause of the fires has never been determined even after scientists and government organizations studied the quiet town. Filmmaker Laura Moss joins the podcast to discuss the strange mystery of Canneto. Theories include UFOs, secret

    Jan 24,2023 53:52
11. 11. Sir Victor Goddard’s Time Slip Incident

    In the mid-1930s, RAF officer Sir Victor Goddard experienced what might be the most famous case of a "time slip." By the end of his life, Goddard was a decorated and respected military veteran (of two world wars), writer, speaker, and firm believer in the paranormal. Though Goddard is full of mysterious stories and theories, his time slip experience remains the most perplexing. On this episode of A Study of Strange we explore Goddard's bizarre flight that lead to a momentary look into the future

    Jan 17,2023 53:19
12. 12. Werewolf Serial Killer

    Spain’s first documented serial killer, Manuel Blanco Romasanta, claimed to have killed his victims while suffering from the curse Lycanthropy. Simply put, he claimed to be a werewolf. Romasanta’s case was bizarre and his trial lasted nearly a year before ultimately being sentenced to death. But that’s neither the beginning nor the end of the tale of “The Werewolf of Allariz.” With special guest R.J. Blake. Producer of the podcast “Strange Phenonmenon”.https://www.strange-phenomenon.com/ Join Pa

    Jan 10,2023 01:05:41
13. 13. Murder at Greystone Mansion - with Dearly Departed’s Scott Michaels

    Scandal rocked the small town of Beverly Hills, CA in 1929. At a massive mansion built by an oil tycoon's son, Ned Doheny, two men were shot and killed in an apparent murder-suicide. Almost 100 years later, no one can tell you exactly what happened that night because the case is full of rumors including a love affair, a coverup, and the inclusion of the political controversy of its time, the Teapot Dome scandal.  Today, the grounds of the home known as Greystone Mansion are open to the public, b

    Dec 27,2022 01:05:40
14. 14. Bloody Benders - Part Two

    The conclusion of the tale of the infamous Bloody Benders!  Special guest John M Keating joins the pod for both episodes of the Bloody Benders! Learn more about John M Keating: https://johnmkeatingacting.com/His Movie: https://tubitv.com/movies/670622/the-concessionaires-must-die Visit our sponsor here: https://www.audibletrial.com/strange Join Patreon for exclusive content https://www.patreon.com/astudyofstrangeTheme Music by Matt Glass https://www.glassbrain.com/Instagram: @astudyofstrangeWebs

    Dec 20,2022 01:03:00
15. 15. Bloody Benders - Part One

    In 1873 it was discovered that a family known as the Benders had been killing travelers along the Osage Mission Trail in Labette County, Kansas. We know surprisingly little about the evil Benders. In fact, they may not have been a family at all. Their heinous acts of violence are still discussed to this day making the Bloody Benders the stuff of legend and folklore. Special guest John M Keating joins the pod for both episodes of the Bloody Benders! Learn more about John M Keating: https://johnmk

    Dec 13,2022 49:52
16. 16. 19th Century Serial Killers

    Serial killers are not just a modern affliction. Today's episode briefly covers six cases of serial murder from the 19th century. Three solved and three unsolved. These include the Kelly Family, the Austin Axe Murderer, Thames Torso Murders, Mary Ann Cotton, and Dr. Thomas Cream. And, a true-crime aficionado, Bridget Weitzel, joins the show!Have you seen a UFO? We'd love to have you on a future episode. Write us at [email protected] Visit our sponsor here: https://www.audibletrial.com/st

    Nov 29,2022 01:32:20
17. 17. The Curious Case of the Sodder Children

    In the early hours on Christmas dady, 1945, a fire quickly spread through the Sodder house and five of the nine children at home never made it out. They were presumed dead. It wasn’t long though before the Sodders began to notice that certain details didn’t add up, and they began to suspect the children were actually alive. A theory that persists to this day.The Sodder Children story has been passed down through generations and it's getting harder and harder to solve the mystery. Bringing a new

    Nov 22,2022 01:22:21
18. 18. Kenneth Arnold and the Birth of the Flying Saucer

    1947 was a historic year. On top of the atomic age and the Cold War knocking on the door, a man from Boise, Kenneth Arnold, saw nine strange objects in the sky and it changed the world forever. The press ate up Arnold's story, and the few weeks that followed saw a frenzy of "flying saucer" sightings including some of the most notorious UFO cases of the 20th century. Were they all just part of the mass hysteria that followed Arnold's account?Guest Keri Pina brings her passion for the UFO phenomen

    Nov 15,2022 59:51
19. 19. The Man Under The Latrine

    The "out of the ordinary" case, as described by our guest, Amber Keating, happened in 1989 in Fukushima, Japan where a deceased man was found in the collection tank of a squat toilet. The story has become a mainstay of mystery blogs, reddit posts, and youtube videos, but authentic sources for research are hard to come by. Regardless, it's a worthy mystery. If it's true, how and why did the man crawl into the small, gross pipes?Guest Amber Keating is a licensed clinical social worker and mental h

    Nov 08,2022 48:44
20. 20. Tom Holland - Halloween Bonus

    Writer/director Tom Holland (FRIGHT NIGHT, THINNER, CHILD'S PLAY) discusses his inspirations and beginnings in the horror genre, and how the first film he directed lead to his new book "Fright Night: Origins".Follow Tom on instagram @thterrortime and Twitter @RealTomHollandInfo and purchase links for the "Fright Night: Origins" by A. Jack Olrich and Tom Holland is available at the following links;https://bloody-disgusting.com/books/3734145/fright-night-origins-tom-holland-returns-with-brand-new-

    Oct 27,2022 35:32
21. 21. Halloween Special: Terrifying Tales Part Two

    Part two of the Halloween Special includes the telling of various paranormal events and a UFO sighting. Happy Halloween!Part Two's terrifying tales are told by filmmakers Mali Elfman (Next Exit), Joe Russo (Nightmare Cinema), Zeke Pinheiro (Fun Size Horror), and Bryan May. Theme Music by Matt Glass https://www.glassbrain.com/Instagram: @astudyofstrangeJoin Patreon for exclusive content https://www.patreon.com/astudyofstrangeWebsite: www.astudyofstrange.comHosted by Michael MayEmail stories, comm

    Oct 25,2022 01:04:15
22. 22. Halloween Special: Terrifying Tales Part One

    Halloween it's not just about the candy, horror films, and parties, but the excitement of sharing scary stories. It's not simply the feeling of fear we crave but the depth of emotions that the stories provoke. The tradition of sharing scary stories continues in our two part Halloween special. Stories include personal paranormal experiences, a short story, and unexplained phenomena. Happy Halloween! Part one's terrifying tales are told by filmmakers Nick Peterson ("The Visitant"), Matt Glass ("Gh

    Oct 18,2022 01:25:36
23. 23. Spooky Spirits - An Interview about Ghosts with Brandee Stilwell

    We all love ghost stories. Especially this time of year around Halloween. Haunted houses, ghost hunting, scary movies, we can't get enough. Outside of the holiday fun though, some people have experienced paranormal activity in their daily lives. It can be emotional, frightening, or even funny. On today's episode, Brandee Stilwell shares some of her ghostly experiences. Whether you believe in the paranormal or not, some things can't be explained. Subscribe and listen to upcoming paranormal episod

    Oct 11,2022 01:02:42
24. 24. Ghosts Of The Myrtles Plantation with Bill Whirity

    If you were to ask what the most haunted house in United States is, chances are high that the Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville, Louisiana tops the list. Film writer/director Bill Whirity joins the show to discuss the history of the Myrtles Plantation. A history that perfectly mixes legend and fact, to create a unique destination for skeptics and believers alike. What’s real? What’s fake? And, what’s it like to stay the night in the most haunted house in America?Bill Whirity is an award win

    Oct 03,2022 01:15:40
25. 25. Murder in Mandan with Brian James O’Connell

    Feature film director Brian James O'Connell came across the case of a North Dakota man arrested for the brutal killing of four people in 2019, and became so intrigued that he traveled to North Dakota to attend part of the trial. On this episode of A Study Of Strange, Brian shares details of the bizarre case that shocked the city of Mandan, ND.The alleged killer, Chad Isaak, professed during his trial that he was not the murderer, but all of the evidence pointed directly to Isaak. Evidence that i

    Sep 26,2022 01:18:01
26. 26. Espionage and The Murder Of William Dean PART TWO - w/ Tara Perry and Jordan Wayne Long

    What do spies have to do with a murder in a small New Hampshire town in 1918? Maybe nothing. Maybe everything. Today we conclude the story of the epically strange murder of Dr. William Dean with guests, actor Tara Perry ("The Fresh Beat Band", "12 Hour Shift", "Ghosts of the Ozarks"), and her husband, filmmaker Jordan Wayne Long ("Ghosts of the Ozarks"). During World War I, there were reports of strange lights in the mountains of Southern New Hampshire. Paranoia was at an all time high and peopl

    Sep 19,2022 01:15:03
27. 27. ”News Of Strangeness” September, 2022

    News Of Strangeness is normally an exclusive perk for members of A Study Of Strange's patrons. To gain access to more News Of Strangeness episodes, or other additional content, visit www.astudyofstrange.com or https://www.patreon.com/astudyofstrange  Join Patreon in the next few months and receive a free giveaway!Thank you for listening!Theme Music by Matt Glass http://www.glassbrain.com/Join our Patreon for exclusive content! Instagram: @astudyofstrangeHosted by Michael May©2022 Convergent Cont

    Sep 13,2022 12:45
28. 28. Espionage and The Murder of William Dean - w/ Tara Perry and Jordan Wayne Long

    What do spies have to do with a murder in a small New Hampshire town in 1918? Maybe nothing. Maybe everything. Today we explore the strange murder of Dr. William Dean with guests, actor Tara Perry ("The Fresh Beat Band", "12 Hour Shift", "Ghosts of the Ozarks"), and her husband, filmmaker Jordan Wayne Long ("Ghosts of the Ozarks"). During World War I, there were reports of strange lights in the mountains of Southern New Hampshire. Paranoia was at an all time high and people believed the strange

    Sep 12,2022 58:10
29. 29. ”The Light Grid” Interview excerpt w/ Tony Swansey

    Tony Swansey shares a personal strange, supernatural experience that happened during a camping trip to Joshua Tree. This interview is an excerpt from a longer interview released exclusively to A Study Of Strange's Patreon members. To learn more or listen to the entire, unedited interview visit www.astudyofstrange.com and click on the Patreon tab. Thank you for listening! Visit www.astrudyofstrange.com for more show notes, resources, and strange info!Theme Music by Matt Glass http://www.glassbrai

    Sep 05,2022 22:36
30. 30. The Bennington Triangle - With filmmaker Yuri Baranovsky (”The Summoned”)

    Special guest Yuri Baranovsky, the writer/producer behind the horror film "The Summoned", joins the podcast to learn about the mysteries and folklore surrounding The Bennington Triangle. This Vermont location is the setting for at least five strange disappearances starting in 1945. No known connections exist between the victims except their location and strange details.  The Bennington Triangle was a name given to the area in 1992 by Vermont author Joseph A Citro. Most accounts briefly mention a

    Sep 05,2022 01:59:13
31. 31. The Spirit Photographer William H. Mumler Part 2 - With Special Guest Tim Donahue

    Part 2 of the mystery of William H. Mumler. Guest Timothy Donahue, filmmaker and tall former co-host of the deep cable show "Auto/Biography",  strangely stuck around for the conclusion. Tim wears his skeptic hat as Michael introduces him to the story of William H. Mumler, the father of spirit photography and a likely conman.It was in New York City in 1869 when William Mumler was accused of fraud. Mumler was a medium who would take portraits of people, and on their photographs would magically app

    Aug 30,2022 38:55
32. 32. The Spirit Photographer William H. Mumler Part 1 - With Guest Tim Donahue

    Our special guest for this two parter mystery is Timothy Donahue, a filmmaker and former co-host of the tv series “Auto/Biography” along with A Study Strange’s host Michael May. Tim wears his skeptic hat as Michael introduces him to the story of William H. Mumler, the father of spirit photography and a likely conman.It was in New York City in 1869 when William Mumler was accused of fraud. Mumler was a medium who would take portraits of people, and on their photographs would magically appear ghos

    Aug 30,2022 52:59
33. 33. The Murder of Biggie Smalls - With expert guest, filmmaker Michael Dorsey

    The co-executive producer and showrunner of Ghost Adventures: House Calls, Michael Dorsey, has made a career out of documenting compelling stories for TV and film. Over the years he's become known for his expertise on the "unsolved" murder of Biggie Smalls having produced multiple projects about the case. On this episode of A Study of Strange, Dorsey shares his insight and opinion about who killed Biggie and why there have been no arrests. On March 9th, 1997, in Los Angeles CA, superstar music a

    Aug 30,2022 01:08:17