EP: 362 'I Met the Men in Black': Mental Health, Trauma, and an Unexplained Encounter *members teaser
Tasha shares her deeply personal account of encountering Men in Black during her first psychiatric hospitalization in 2012. As an 18-year-old foster youth experiencing her first psychotic break at UC Berkeley, she found herself restrained on a hospital gurney—where two men in black suits with sunglasses appeared, repeatedly telling her "we're here to make you get better."This episode navigates challenging territory at the intersection of mental health, trauma, and unexplained phenomena. Tasha, now holding a master's degree and advocating for foster youth, reflects on her journey with a schizophrenia diagnosis while maintaining that her Men in Black encounter was real—particularly because she made physical contact, describing their skin as "waxy and cold," matching historical descriptions from Men in Black reports.We explore difficult questions: Can extreme fear or trauma create frequencies that attract unexplained visitors? Do some individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia have heightened spiritual perception alongside genuine mental health struggles? Why do Men in Black encounters sometimes occur without any reported UFO activity? Tasha discusses her healing journey through faith, the role of trauma in mental health, alternative treatments including dietary interventions, and why she believes both psychological and spiritual dimensions exist in her experience.The conversation addresses the complexity of discernment for those with mental health diagnoses, the importance of proper support systems, and how Tasha has transformed her painful past into advocacy work for foster youth. She candidly discusses the challenges of living with schizophrenia while maintaining spiritual awareness, the danger of dismissing all supernatural experiences as hallucinations, and the equal danger of attributing everything to the spiritual realm.Content Note: This episode contains discussion of mental health conditions, childhood trauma, and psychiatric hospitalization. Tasha's story represents her personal experience and perspective. We acknowledge the complexity of distinguishing between genuine supernatural encounters and symptoms of mental health conditions, and encourage anyone struggling with similar experiences to seek professional medical and spiritual guidance.
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EP: 361 The Exorcism That Failed: A Pastor’s Fight for His Adopted Son | Joe Anderson
In this episode of Blurry Creatures, Joe Anderson shares his raw and unfiltered testimony of encountering the supernatural, battling spiritual darkness, and finding freedom in Jesus. From childhood experiences and open doors to demonic oppression, to navigating family struggles and ministry under heavy spiritual attack, Joe’s story sheds light on the reality of spiritual warfare and deliverance.
Exposure to occult practices and horror media can unknowingly open dangerous spiritual doors, a reality Joe Anderson experienced firsthand through encounters with demonic forces and even poltergeist activity. His journey led him to seek guidance from priests and exorcists, who provided powerful insights on confronting principalities and the unseen battles that rage around us. Through these struggles, Joe discovered the essential role of faith, prayer, and the support of a strong spiritual community in deliverance. Most importantly, his testimony highlights how the body of Christ—across all denominations—plays a vital part in standing united against darkness and overcoming spiritual warfare.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Blurry Creatures
02:12 Joe Anderson's Bigfoot Encounter
07:48 A Haunting Experience
39:44 A Dark Path Begins
40:55 The Road to Recovery
45:08 Unsolved Mysteries and Spiritual Battles
01:21:19 A Chilling Conversation with Jimmy
01:22:09 Seeking Help from the Church
01:23:44 The Battle Intensifies
02:00:47 A Desperate Search for Help
02:01:43 The Exorcism Process
02:05:39 The Aftermath and Reflections
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EP: 360 The Two Creations: Elohim, Pre-Adamites, and Hidden Biblical Narratives with Ali Siadatan
Ali Siadatan returns with his most controversial theory yet: that Genesis contains not one, but two distinct creation narratives involving different types of humans. Drawing from Hebrew linguistics and ancient Near Eastern context, Ali argues that the language of Genesis reveals that the word "Elohim" (traditionally translated as "God") is Divine Council language. In this thought-provoking episode, Ali presents his theory that the creation story involves two distinct events: first, the Elohim (divine council) creating humans in their collective image who roam the earth, followed by Yahweh Elohim creating Adam specifically for Eden's garden. This interpretation attempts to solve puzzles like where Cain's wife came from, why he feared other people, and how agriculture suddenly appeared in the archaeological record.From his research into ancient gods and civilizations to his groundbreaking documentary linking UFOs to biblical narratives, Ali's journey challenges both literalist and progressive interpretations of Scripture. Whether you agree with his conclusions or not, his linguistic analysis and pattern recognition raise fascinating questions about what the text actually says versus what tradition teaches.
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EP: 359 The Death Serpent Prophecy: Angels, Dreams and Miracles in America's Most Haunted City with Gunter Akridge
What happens when a pastor's faith gets tested not by doubt, but by supernatural experiences that challenge everything he thought he knew about ministry? Pastor Gunter Akridge's journey began with a medical crisis that became a spiritual battleground.His newborn daughter faced a life-threatening intestinal condition with no medical solution in sight. Then came the dream: a massive constrictor snake threatening his child, confronted by an otherworldly figure in glowing chainmail who proclaimed victory. Nine months later, doctors confirmed what seemed impossible—complete healing with no medical explanation.But this miraculous healing was just the beginning. Gunter shares prophetic dreams about impending deaths that came true, family UFO sightings, and how these experiences forced him to become what he calls a "blurry pastor"—someone willing to address the supernatural from the pulpit. His story reveals the tension many faith leaders face between embracing unexplained phenomena and maintaining theological respectability.
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EP: 358 The Hill: The Secret Spiritual World of Autistic Telepathy with Joe Infranco
What if the very people we assume have the least to offer spiritually are actually our greatest prayer warriors? Pastor Joe Infranco returns to Blurry Creatures for Part Two of our deep dive into the phenomenon of telepathic spellers, sharing what couldn't be covered in The Telepathy Tapes. Joined by Matt Nuessle, the father of Cody, they share astonishing accounts of non-speaking autistic individuals who claim to visit a supernatural hill where they meet Jesus, receive divine assignments, and intercede for humanity.Â
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Blurry Creatures chases down answers for the weird questions and enigmatic creatures that inhabit the fringes between reality, myth, and imagination. Join podcast veterans Nate Henry and Luke Rodgers as they investigate Bigfoot, Ancient Giants, Cryptids, The Nephilim, The Watchers, Ancient Burial Mounds, Forbidden History, Megaliths, Conspiracy Theories, Dogman, Mothman, The UFO Phenomenon, Extraterrestrials, and The Unexplained.