N.W.C.S. Into The Dark Castos https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/ Northwest Curiosity Society is a group of long-time friends who enjoy investigating all things mysterious and unexplained. Because of COVID we have not been able to embark on any adventures. We decided to drop a podcast for all of our friends and followers. N.W.C.S. Into The Dark podcast will detail our adventures, misadventures and highlights of our investigations as well as various other topics involving U.F.O.s, Bigfoot Sightings, Paranormal Hot Spots, The Rougarou, Urban Legends and everything in between. So grab a warm blanket and your favorite warm beverage for a night of laughs and frights. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 23:47:56 +0000 en © 2021 US CA GB https://episodes.castos.com/6021cc5b903014-91529816/images/NWCS-Podcast-cover-09.png N.W.C.S. Into The Dark https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/ Northwest Curiosity Society is a group of long-time friends who enjoy investigating all things mysterious and unexplained. Because of COVID we have not been able to embark on any adventures. We decided to drop a podcast for all of our friends and followers. N.W.C.S. Into The Dark podcast will detail our adventures, misadventures and highlights of our investigations as well as various other topics involving U.F.O.s, Bigfoot Sightings, Paranormal Hot Spots, The Rougarou, Urban Legends and everything in between. So grab a warm blanket and your favorite warm beverage for a night of laughs and frights. Northwest Curiosity Society episodic Northwest Curiosity Society is a group of long-time friends who enjoy investigating all things mysterious and unexplained. Because of COVID we have not been able to embark on any adventures. We decided to drop a podcast for all of our friends and followers. N.W.C.S. Into The Dark podcast will detail our adventures, misadventures and highlights of our investigations as well as various other topics involving U.F.O.s, Bigfoot Sightings, Paranormal Hot Spots, The Rougarou, Urban Legends and everything in between. So grab a warm blanket and your favorite warm beverage for a night of laughs and frights. Your Ghost Hosts cccacastleman@gmail.com false https://feeds.castos.com/vz3gk yes <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark Episode 51 Spirits as Sea]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 23:47:56 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/2382280 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-51-spirits-as-sea After a short hiatus, NWCS Into The Dark returns from the shadows with a brand-new episode titled “Spirits at Sea.” In this eerie voyage, we chart a course through the haunted waters of maritime legend, exploring ghostly ships, cursed voyages, and the restless spirits said to wander the decks of vessels long lost to the deep. Though we set sail with a clear heading, the winds of conversation have a way of pushing us off course now and again… and before long we find ourselves drifting into strange waters and unexpected tales. So hoist the lantern, mind the creaking timbers, and join us as we chase the dark legends that haunt the seas, there may even be a shenanigan or two along the way.

]]> full 51 false After a short hiatus, NWCS Into The Dark returns from the shadows with a brand-new episode titled “Spirits at Sea.” In this eerie voyage, we chart a course through the haunted waters of maritime legend, exploring ghostly ships, cursed voyages, and the restless spirits said to wander the decks of vessels long lost to the deep. Though we set sail with a clear heading, the winds of conversation have a way of pushing us off course now and again… and before long we find ourselves drifting into strange waters and unexpected tales. So hoist the lantern, mind the creaking timbers, and join us as we chase the dark legends that haunt the seas, there may even be a shenanigan or two along the way.

]]> 00:34:47 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark Episode 50 The Vatican]]> Fri, 23 May 2025 21:44:03 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/2045301 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-50-the-vatican With the Conclave wrapped and a brand-new 'Merican Pope installed at the helm of the holy secrecy, we at NWCS figured, what better time to dive headfirst into the spooky corridors of the Vatican? From the shadowy history and sacred oddities to whatever off-topic rabbit hole we accidentally stumble into, join us as we crack open the ancient doors of the world's most mysterious mini-nation—and maybe a few irreverent shenanigans along the way. 

]]> full 50 false With the Conclave wrapped and a brand-new 'Merican Pope installed at the helm of the holy secrecy, we at NWCS figured, what better time to dive headfirst into the spooky corridors of the Vatican? From the shadowy history and sacred oddities to whatever off-topic rabbit hole we accidentally stumble into, join us as we crack open the ancient doors of the world's most mysterious mini-nation—and maybe a few irreverent shenanigans along the way. 

]]> 00:58:32 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark Episode 49 Skinwalkers]]> Fri, 23 May 2025 00:43:38 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/2044837 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-49-skinwalkers Turn down the lights, lock the doors, and grab your favorite drink. This week on NWCS into the dark, we're diving into the creepy origins of Skinwalkers, those nightmare-inducing shape-shifters of legend. But true to form, we veer wildly off-topic into the weird and unexpected. It's spooky, slightly hilarious, and might just leave you sleeping with one eye open. 

]]> full 49 false Turn down the lights, lock the doors, and grab your favorite drink. This week on NWCS into the dark, we're diving into the creepy origins of Skinwalkers, those nightmare-inducing shape-shifters of legend. But true to form, we veer wildly off-topic into the weird and unexpected. It's spooky, slightly hilarious, and might just leave you sleeping with one eye open. 

]]> 01:00:24 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark Episode 48 Easter]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:03:01 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/2013842 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-48-easter After a year and a half in hiding (we call it a "creative retreat"), Northwest Curiosity Society is back, with a shiny new podcast studio! For reasons no one fully understands, Danny has chosen Easter as the comeback episode topic. Why? We may never know. But tune in anyway, because between some surprisingly weird Easter discussions and the usual shenanigans, you might just learn something... or not... Probably not. 

]]> full 48 false After a year and a half in hiding (we call it a "creative retreat"), Northwest Curiosity Society is back, with a shiny new podcast studio! For reasons no one fully understands, Danny has chosen Easter as the comeback episode topic. Why? We may never know. But tune in anyway, because between some surprisingly weird Easter discussions and the usual shenanigans, you might just learn something... or not... Probably not. 

]]> 01:11:11 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark Episode 45 Hollyweird]]> Wed, 22 May 2024 15:22:48 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/1747578 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-45-hollyweird Welcome to another spine-chilling installment of NWCS Into The Dark. In this our 45th episode, we're discussing the glitzy, glamourous, and downright ghostly underbelly of Hollywood. Forget the Walk of Fame; we're taking you on a tour of the Walk of Fear! Tune in, if you dare, for a hilarious hair-raising journey through Hollywood's weird history. Whether you are a skeptic or a believer, "Hollyweird" will have you looking at the silver screen in a whole new, eerie light.

]]> full 45 false Welcome to another spine-chilling installment of NWCS Into The Dark. In this our 45th episode, we're discussing the glitzy, glamourous, and downright ghostly underbelly of Hollywood. Forget the Walk of Fame; we're taking you on a tour of the Walk of Fear! Tune in, if you dare, for a hilarious hair-raising journey through Hollywood's weird history. Whether you are a skeptic or a believer, "Hollyweird" will have you looking at the silver screen in a whole new, eerie light.

]]> 00:57:08 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark Episode 44 Friday the 13th]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 16:35:27 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/1500966 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-44-friday-the-13th Join N.W.C.S. as we discuss the origins of Friday the 13th and get way off track and discuss....well just listen to find out. Enjoy!!

]]> full 44 false Join N.W.C.S. as we discuss the origins of Friday the 13th and get way off track and discuss....well just listen to find out. Enjoy!!

]]> 01:17:47 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark Episode 43 Serial Killers]]> Thu, 06 Apr 2023 14:26:59 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/1453450 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-43-serial-killers Join NWCS as we discuss Serial Killers from the past until current. 

]]> full 43 false Join NWCS as we discuss Serial Killers from the past until current. 

]]> 01:21:32 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark Episode 42 Glitches In The Matrix]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2023 19:55:03 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/1425882 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-42-glitches-in-the-matrix Join N.W.C.S. as we discuss Glitches In The Matrix

]]> full 42 false Join N.W.C.S. as we discuss Glitches In The Matrix

]]> 01:37:05 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark - Episode 41 Grimoires]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2023 19:53:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/1412588 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-41-grimoires Join NWCS as we discuss the book of Grimoire.

]]> full 41 false Join NWCS as we discuss the book of Grimoire.

]]> 01:10:54 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark Episode 40 Haunted Lighthouses]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/20612/episode/1295339 https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-40-haunted-lighthouses Lighthouses and ghosts are to popular passions for many. Join NWCS as we discuss both and tell the tale of our overnight adventure at a notoriously haunted lighthouse. 

]]> full 40 false Lighthouses and ghosts are to popular passions for many. Join NWCS as we discuss both and tell the tale of our overnight adventure at a notoriously haunted lighthouse. 

]]> 01:06:34 <![CDATA[N.W.C.S. - Into The Dark Episode 39 - Witches]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:02:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-39-witches https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-39-witches Witches throughout history have often been interpreted as evil beings by early Christians in Europe and have been portrayed as wart-nosed woman with green faces huddling around a cauldron of witch's brew and cackling while they ride through the sky on their broomsticks. Is there more to witches than what we see on television? Join NWCS as we talk to a real life witch and sort fact from fiction. 

]]> full 39 false Witches throughout history have often been interpreted as evil beings by early Christians in Europe and have been portrayed as wart-nosed woman with green faces huddling around a cauldron of witch's brew and cackling while they ride through the sky on their broomsticks. Is there more to witches than what we see on television? Join NWCS as we talk to a real life witch and sort fact from fiction. 

]]> 01:16:15 <![CDATA[N.W.C.S. - Into The Dark Episode 38 - Wendigo]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2022 22:13:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-38-wendigo https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-38-wendigo The Wendigo is a mythological creature or evil spirit which originates from the folklore of Plains and Great Lakes Natives as well as some First Nations. It is based in and around the East Coast forests of Canada, the Great Plains region of the United States, and the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada. The Wendigo may appear as a monster with some human characteristics or as a spirit who has possessed a human being and made them monstrous. It is historically associated with cannibalism, murder, insatiable greed, and the cultural taboos against such behaviors. 

Join NWCS as we discuss this creature and fall off script into...well....whatever...

]]> full 38 false The Wendigo is a mythological creature or evil spirit which originates from the folklore of Plains and Great Lakes Natives as well as some First Nations. It is based in and around the East Coast forests of Canada, the Great Plains region of the United States, and the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada. The Wendigo may appear as a monster with some human characteristics or as a spirit who has possessed a human being and made them monstrous. It is historically associated with cannibalism, murder, insatiable greed, and the cultural taboos against such behaviors. 

Join NWCS as we discuss this creature and fall off script into...well....whatever...

]]> 01:20:24 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark - Episode 37 Grimm's Fairy Tales]]> Mon, 06 Jun 2022 16:04:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-37-grimm39s-fairy-tales https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-37-grimm39s-fairy-tales Grimm's Fairy Tales, originally known as the Children's and Household tales as adopted by the Brother's Grimm are anything but children friendly. N.W.C.S. takes a look at these disturbing and extremely dark tales, their origins and discusses several of the stories in detail.

]]> full 37 false Grimm's Fairy Tales, originally known as the Children's and Household tales as adopted by the Brother's Grimm are anything but children friendly. N.W.C.S. takes a look at these disturbing and extremely dark tales, their origins and discusses several of the stories in detail.

]]> 01:30:43 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark - Episode 36 Jekyll and Hyde]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:48:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-36-jekyll-and-hyde https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-36-jekyll-and-hyde The strange case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde was an 1886 gothic novella written by Robert Louis Stevenson about a man with two alter-egos with wildly contradictory behaviors. But was this novella based on any truth or real people? Join NWCS as we explore the strange case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. 

]]> full 36 false The strange case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde was an 1886 gothic novella written by Robert Louis Stevenson about a man with two alter-egos with wildly contradictory behaviors. But was this novella based on any truth or real people? Join NWCS as we explore the strange case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. 

]]> 01:34:02 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark - Episode 35 Cryptid Hunter]]> Tue, 08 Mar 2022 17:55:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-35-cryptid-hunter https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-35-cryptid-hunter Welcome to NWCS into the dark podcast. On this episode we talk with our good friend Cryptid Hunter. Cryptid is a YouTube influencer and host of seeking legends a YouTube channel dedicated to his strange and mysterious investigations. He also generates real scary story narrations. We discuss with Cryptid on Episode 35 about some of his most memorable investigations. We hope you enjoy!!

]]> full 35 false Welcome to NWCS into the dark podcast. On this episode we talk with our good friend Cryptid Hunter. Cryptid is a YouTube influencer and host of seeking legends a YouTube channel dedicated to his strange and mysterious investigations. He also generates real scary story narrations. We discuss with Cryptid on Episode 35 about some of his most memorable investigations. We hope you enjoy!!

]]> 01:11:53 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark - Episode 34 Batsquatch]]> Mon, 14 Feb 2022 15:53:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-34-batsquatch https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-34-batsquatch The Batsquatch is a flying Cryptid that witnesses have seen near Mt. St. Helens and allegedly resembles a flying primate. Coincidently it is also a hazy IPA created by our good friends at Rogue Ale and Spirits. Did the witnesses consume too many Rogue IPA's or is there something to this flying bat-like creature? Join us as we discuss this creepy Cryptid.  

]]> full 34 false The Batsquatch is a flying Cryptid that witnesses have seen near Mt. St. Helens and allegedly resembles a flying primate. Coincidently it is also a hazy IPA created by our good friends at Rogue Ale and Spirits. Did the witnesses consume too many Rogue IPA's or is there something to this flying bat-like creature? Join us as we discuss this creepy Cryptid.  

]]> 01:23:14 <![CDATA[NWCS Into The Dark - Episode 33 Year In Review]]> Mon, 07 Feb 2022 00:51:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-33-year-in-review https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-33-year-in-review Join NWCS as we attempt to discuss our year in review. Well... that was our intent but we got sidetracked...

]]> full 33 false Join NWCS as we attempt to discuss our year in review. Well... that was our intent but we got sidetracked...

]]> 01:08:20 <![CDATA[N.W.C.S. - Into The Dark Episode 32 - Center of The Earth]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2022 19:25:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-32-center-of-the-earth https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-32-center-of-the-earth What's actually going on in the Center of the Earth? Lost worlds, ancient civilizations, Alien colonies or just a deep hole? Join NWCS as we discuss the Center of the Earth.

]]> full 32 false What's actually going on in the Center of the Earth? Lost worlds, ancient civilizations, Alien colonies or just a deep hole? Join NWCS as we discuss the Center of the Earth.

]]> 01:17:22 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark - Episode 31 Giants]]> Wed, 12 Jan 2022 06:20:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-31-giants https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-31-giants The first documented mention of Giants was in the Bible and were referenced in Genesis 6:4, as well as Numbers 13:32 - 33 The Giants were known in the Bible as the Nephilim and described as a group of mysterious beings or people of unusually large size and strength. Join NWCS as we discuss historical and modern day Giants.

]]> full 31 false The first documented mention of Giants was in the Bible and were referenced in Genesis 6:4, as well as Numbers 13:32 - 33 The Giants were known in the Bible as the Nephilim and described as a group of mysterious beings or people of unusually large size and strength. Join NWCS as we discuss historical and modern day Giants.

]]> 00:57:59 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark - Episode 30 The Beast of Gevaudan]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2022 12:41:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-30-the-beast-of-gevaudan https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-30-the-beast-of-gevaudan Between 1764 and 1767 an evil, wolf-like creature known as Bete du Gevaudan, or Beast of Gevaudan stalked the small villages and rolling hills of Geveaudan, France. This mysterious beast killed nearly 100 villagers and continues to remain a mystery today. Join NWCS as we discuss the Beast of Gevaudan. 

]]> full 30 false Between 1764 and 1767 an evil, wolf-like creature known as Bete du Gevaudan, or Beast of Gevaudan stalked the small villages and rolling hills of Geveaudan, France. This mysterious beast killed nearly 100 villagers and continues to remain a mystery today. Join NWCS as we discuss the Beast of Gevaudan. 

]]> 01:04:02 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark Christmas Episode - Krampus]]> Sat, 18 Dec 2021 06:46:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-christmas-episode-krampus https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-christmas-episode-krampus Krampus is a horned anthopomorphic figure in Central and Eastern Alpine folklore that is described as "Santa's shadow" Krampus appears during the Christmas season and frightens children who are on Santa's "naughty list." Join NWCS as we embark on our special Christmas episode and discuss all things Krampus. 

]]> full false Krampus is a horned anthopomorphic figure in Central and Eastern Alpine folklore that is described as "Santa's shadow" Krampus appears during the Christmas season and frightens children who are on Santa's "naughty list." Join NWCS as we embark on our special Christmas episode and discuss all things Krampus. 

]]> 01:03:08 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark - Episode 29 Secret Societies]]> Wed, 08 Dec 2021 08:52:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-29-secret-societies https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-29-secret-societies Secret societies have existed around the world since the Rosicruian Order in 1607. The "cloak and daggers" nature of secret societies make them an endlessly intruiging and elusive topic to most of the main stream media. What are these mysterious organizations and who joins them? Join NWCS as we discuss secret societies and their roles in today's society. 

]]> full 29 false Secret societies have existed around the world since the Rosicruian Order in 1607. The "cloak and daggers" nature of secret societies make them an endlessly intruiging and elusive topic to most of the main stream media. What are these mysterious organizations and who joins them? Join NWCS as we discuss secret societies and their roles in today's society. 

]]> 01:01:19 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark - Episode 28 USS Hornet]]> Mon, 29 Nov 2021 12:26:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-28-uss-hornet https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-28-uss-hornet The USS Hornet spent almost three decades traveling the world's oceans in service to our nation. The USS Hornet is currently berthed at Pier 3 on the former naval air station in Alameda, California. The ships active duty spanned the 1940's - 60's and was a key participant in WWII, The Vietnam War, the COld War and the recovery of the first two lunar landing space missions apollo 11 and 12. The USS Hornet is also rumored to be a hot-bed for paranormal activity. Join NWCS as we discuss our overnight investigation on board this fascinating ship and hear our haunting tales of what we discovered. 

]]> full 28 false The USS Hornet spent almost three decades traveling the world's oceans in service to our nation. The USS Hornet is currently berthed at Pier 3 on the former naval air station in Alameda, California. The ships active duty spanned the 1940's - 60's and was a key participant in WWII, The Vietnam War, the COld War and the recovery of the first two lunar landing space missions apollo 11 and 12. The USS Hornet is also rumored to be a hot-bed for paranormal activity. Join NWCS as we discuss our overnight investigation on board this fascinating ship and hear our haunting tales of what we discovered. 

]]> 00:55:54 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark Episode 27 Haunted Dolls]]> Wed, 17 Nov 2021 07:57:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-27-haunted-dolls https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-27-haunted-dolls Some childhood symbols tote the line between addorable and terrifying. We can all agree that some childhood toys are "just not right." But what happens when children's toys become haunted, possessed or develop a mind of their own? If it were up to NWCS we'd burn 'em. However, during this episode we interview the founders of unsettlingtoys.com who recieve creepy dolls and toys from people who are scared to death of them and re-home them to people who want them. Join us on this episode as we discuss haunted toys.

]]> full 27 false Some childhood symbols tote the line between addorable and terrifying. We can all agree that some childhood toys are "just not right." But what happens when children's toys become haunted, possessed or develop a mind of their own? If it were up to NWCS we'd burn 'em. However, during this episode we interview the founders of unsettlingtoys.com who recieve creepy dolls and toys from people who are scared to death of them and re-home them to people who want them. Join us on this episode as we discuss haunted toys.

]]> 01:06:54 <![CDATA[NWCS - Into The Dark Episode 26 Aokigahara Forest]]> Fri, 05 Nov 2021 11:49:00 +0000 Northwest Curiosity Society https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/podcasts/20612/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-26-aokigahara-forest https://nwcs-into-the-dark.castos.com/episodes/nwcs-into-the-dark-episode-26-aokigahara-forest The Aokigahara Forest or "Sea of Trees" is located on the island of Honshu in Japan. Despite the sheer beauty of this thriving 12 mile tourist attraction the forest has a dark side. It has become known as the "Suicide Forest" and NWCS discuss both the natural beauty of this location and its forbidding history. 

]]> full 26 false The Aokigahara Forest or "Sea of Trees" is located on the island of Honshu in Japan. Despite the sheer beauty of this thriving 12 mile tourist attraction the forest has a dark side. It has become known as the "Suicide Forest" and NWCS discuss both the natural beauty of this location and its forbidding history. 

]]> 00:42:44