On this episode of Expanded Perspectives, the guys start the show out talking about how summer is not quite over yet in northern Texas. Kyle has been sick with something Luke brought home from school, and how a little illness from time to time is good for the immune system. Then, a person in upstate New York sees an insectoid-like being in a suit and top hat back in 1980. Next, some people witness a large bat-like creature in rural Louisiana. And, a person might have seen a giant ground sloth. After the break, Kyle is going to explore some strange accounts of Creepy Companions also known as haunted dolls. True tales of creepy dolls have fascinated and terrified people for generations, tapping into our primal fears and the uncanny valley between the inanimate and the lifelike. Dolls, often associated with innocence and companionship, become unsettling when they deviate from our expectations. Their glassy eyes seem to hold secrets, their unmoving faces can hide unknown intentions, and their silence becomes an eerie presence. Dolls' longstanding connection to the supernatural may stem from their historical role in rituals, where they were imbued with spiritual significance or used as vessels for magical intent. Over time, some dolls have been connected to dark forces, as they can carry the weight of negative energy or evil spirits, causing eerie occurrences and unexplained phenomena. The belief that dolls can be haunted might be rooted in their human-like appearance, making them conduits for paranormal activity. These stories serve as cautionary tales, reminding us that even the most innocent-looking objects can harbor an unsettling darkness, exploring the depths of our collective fear of the unknown and the supernatural. All of this and more on this installment of Expanded Perspectives! Show Notes: Eerie Companions: A History of Haunted Dolls Sponsors: AG1: If you want to take ownership of your health, try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D, and 5 FREE AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/EXPANDED. That's drink AG1.com/EXPANDED. Check it out. FUM: Join FUM in accelerating humanity's breakup from destructive habits by picking up the Journey Pack today. Head to TryFUM.com and use the code EXPANDED to save 10% off when you get your order today. ZBiotics: Pre-Alcohol Probiotic is the world's first genetically engineered probiotic. Go to zbiotics.com/EXPANDED to get 15% off your first order when you use the code EXPANDED at checkout! You can also sign up for a subscription using our code to stay prepared no matter the time or occasion. Zbiotics is backed with 100% money-back guarantee so if you’re unsatisfied for any reason, they’ll refund your money, no questions asked. Want to Share Your Story? Email: [email protected] Hotline: 888-393-2783

On this episode of Expanded Perspectives, the guys start the show off by talking about all of the fun they had at the Paranormal Round Table's 2nd Annual Dogman/Cryptid Conference. They got to see old friends, make some new ones, and meet several listeners. Then, a person writes in with a possible Glimmerman sighting. Next, a military veteran and his former team had an incredible Sasquatch encounter on the Appalachian Trail. After the break, Cam brings up some unusual encounters with Shadow Creatures! All of this and more on this installment of Expanded Perspectives! Sponsors: AG1: If you want to take ownership of your health, try AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Go to drinAG1.com/EXPANDED HelloFresh: Banish the End-Of-Summer blues with HelloFresh. No need to stress about how you'll handle it all this fall because HelloFresh takes care of the meal planning and delivers pre-portioned ingredients right to your home, so whipping up a homemade meal is a cinch! Go to HelloFresh.com/50expanded and use the code 50expanded for 50% off plus FREE shipping. America's #1 Meal Kit Lumi Labs: Microdose is available Nationwide! Go to microdose.com and use the promo code EXPANDED to FREE shipping and 30% off your first order Want to Share Your Story? Email: [email protected] Hotline: 888-393-278

On this episode of Expanded Perspectives, the guys start the show off by talking about the recent influx of UFOs, UAPs, and more being reported in the news. What is going on, and are there more visits actually happening or just more being reported? Then, a listener writes into the show about a strange experience they had while out camping. Next, a civilian contractor witnesses an unusual hairy hominid walking down a hill. After the break, Kyle brings up some strange Alien Abductions, including a former Navy sailor who believes he was given a gift. All of this and more on this installment of Expanded Perspectives! Sponsors: ZBiotics: Pre-Alcohol Probiotic is the world's first genetically engineered probiotic. Go to zbiotics.com/EXPANDED to get 15% off your first order when you use the code EXPANDED at checkout! You can also sign up for a subscription using our code to stay prepared no matter the time or occasion. Zbiotics is backed with 100% money-back guarantee so if you’re unsatisfied for any reason, they’ll refund your money, no questions asked. Factor: Get Factor and enjoy eating well without the hassle. Simply choose your meals and enjoy fresh, flavor-packed meals delivered to your door. Ready in 2 minutes, no prep, no mess! Head to FACTORMEALS.com/expanded50 and use the code Expanded50 to get 50% off. That’s code Expanded50 at factormeals.com/expanded50 to 50% off! ExpressVPN: So make sure your online activity and data are protected with the best VPN money can buy. Visit expressvpn.com/expanded RIGHT NOW and get three extra months free through our special link. That’s expressvpn.com/expanded. expressvpn.com/expanded to learn more! Want to Share Your Story? Email: [email protected] Hotline: 888-393-2783

On this episode of Expanded Perspectives, the guys start the show off by talking about the change in Texas weather. A hunter in Idaho describes his fear and anxiety during a Bigfoot encounter. Then, a person from California witnesses a bizarre translucent, shape-shifting blob flying around in the backyard. What was it? Then, a retired Texas law enforcement officer recounts his two encounters with Bigfoot while bowhunting in his tree stands. After the break, Cam brings up some unbelievable confrontations between Sasquatch-like creatures and the Military. All of this and more on this installment of Expanded Perspectives! Show Notes: Idaho Hunter Describes His Fear & Anxiety During Bigfoot Encounter Texas Bigfoot Has Remarkable Interaction With Bowhunter Paranormal Round Table's 2nd Annual Dogman/Cryptid Conference Sponsors: FUM: Join FUM in accelerating humanity's breakup from destructive habits by picking up the Journey Pack today. Head to TryFUM.com and use the code EXPANDED to save 10% off when you get your order today. Lumi Labs: Microdose is available Nationwide! Go to microdose.com and use the promo code EXPANDED to FREE shipping and 30% off your first order AG1: If you want to take ownership of your health, try AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Go to drinAG1.com/EXPANDED Want to Share Your Story? Email: [email protected] Hotline: 888-393-278

On this episode of Expanded Perspectives, the guys start the show off talking about the Texas heat, and how terrible it's been. Then, a woman and her daughter were shopping in a Target in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania when they had a strange encounter with a black-eyed woman. Next, a woman and her husband have a possible Bigfoot encounter in Northern California while out metal detecting. After the break, Kyle brings up some strange encounters with Police Officers. Law enforcement personnel are criminal investigators trained to navigate through a world of deception in order to separate facts from fiction. But what happens when these professional witnesses encounter unexplained phenomena, I mean who makes a better witness than a cop? Since police officers are skilled observers who regularly delve into the unknown, it’s no surprise that some of the strongest paranormal encounters we’ve ever heard have come from police officers. All of this and more on this installment of Expanded Perspectives!