Unexplainable disappearances, NYC UFOs, and a rude bigfoot (Sn. 18 Ep. 16)
Monsters Among Us
Deep Dive
Why are UFO sightings common in New York City?
New York City has a history of UFO sightings, including reports by notable figures like John Lennon. The city's urban environment and high population density may contribute to more frequent reports of unusual aerial phenomena.
What did Frank witness in his UFO sighting in New York?
Frank saw a green ball of light slingshot across the sky at a speed too fast to be a drone or a meteor. This sighting occurred in the same location as his previous encounter with a bright light that faded and disappeared.
Why did the elderly woman in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, feel threatened by Bigfoot?
The woman reported that Bigfoot was pounding on her cabin, being loud and rude. She threatened to shoot it with her shotgun if it didn't stop, which made her feel threatened and alarmed.
What happened to the boy who disappeared while building a fort in Bucks County?
The boy's older brother noticed him suddenly disappear while they were building a fort. The younger brother was seen running away, pointing back at the woods, where a tall, dark figure, believed to be Bigfoot, was standing.
What evidence supports the mayor's belief in Bigfoot in Bucks County?
Mayor Greg Stokes heard a terrifying scream while camping in Pike County, which he believes was made by Bigfoot. The scream was so intense it vibrated his body and left him shaken, though he didn't see the creature directly.
What is the significance of Bucks County, Pennsylvania, in paranormal activity?
Bucks County is known for its frequent reports of Bigfoot, UFOs, ghosts, and other cryptids. The area seems to embrace its reputation for strange occurrences, even electing a mayor who believes in Bigfoot.
What happened to Rebecca when she encountered a shadow man in her home?
Rebecca woke up to find a shadow man sitting on her couch and later standing in her doorway. She experienced sleep paralysis, unable to move or speak, and felt the shadow man touch her thigh before her husband woke her up.
How did John's wife's back get scratched, and what happened when they used holy water?
John's wife was scratched on her back while staying at a friend's house. The scratches appeared suddenly and were deep. When they used holy water on her back, the scratches disappeared instantly without a trace.
What unusual event did John experience while fishing near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base?
John witnessed a mysterious gust of wind that moved trees as if a tornado had passed through, despite clear skies and no weather warnings. The event was unexplained and occurred while he was fishing at night.
What happened to Fox when she disappeared as a child in Michigan?
Fox, then five years old, disappeared from a locked truck in a wealthy gated community. She was found 45 minutes later, unharmed and warm, despite being outside in winter without a coat. The incident remains unexplained.
What is the theory behind Fox's disappearance as a child?
Fox's disappearance is theorized to be an alien abduction, as she was found two miles away from the truck with no footprints in the snow, and the incident aligns with other abduction stories where individuals vanish and reappear quickly.
What did Mike witness in the sky in 1972 in Pennsylvania?
Mike saw a large keyhole-shaped object in the sky that he and his siblings observed for a long time. The object eventually turned red as the sun set and then disappeared.
What paranormal activity does Sindel experience in her Arizona home?
Sindel experiences light bulbs shattering, doors closing by themselves, and shadow figures. A medium confirmed the presence of a man who died in the house, likely from a heart-related issue, and described him as non-threatening.
What did Skylar's grandmother see at a McDonald's in Oklahoma?
Skylar's grandmother saw a large, solid black cat that appeared too big to be a house cat. The cat moved like a mountain lion and was later seen lying down in the field, prompting comparisons to big black cat sightings.
What did Jay's mother see through a keyhole in her New York apartment?
Jay's mother saw her deceased uncle looking back at her through the keyhole. The encounter was so frightening that she ran outside, leaving her infant son behind, and found no one on the fire escape outside.
- Two UFO sightings on Grand Central Parkway, Long Island.
- First sighting: bright light fading out of thin air.
- Second sighting: green ball of light, too fast for drone or meteor.
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