Is This Real? Podcast
Welcome to “Is This Real?” – the podcast where curiosity meets the uncanny. Each week, we dive deep into the bizarre, the mysterious, and the mind-bending stories that make you question reality. Hosted by a team of investigative enthusiasts, we unravel urban legends, explore conspiracy theories, and dig into historical oddities, all while separating fact from fiction. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, join us on this journey to uncover the truth behind the tales. Tune in and decide for yourself: Is this real?
Episodes
Rising like a battleship from the sea, Hashima Island is one of Japan’s most mysterious and chilling abandoned sites. Once a bustling coal mining colony, it was abandoned overnight and left to crumble into the waves. Its history of wartime forced labor, tragic deaths, and sudden desolation has fueled ghost stories and made it a magnet for paranormal fascination.
In this episode of Is This Real?, we uncover the rise and fall of Hashi...
Floating in the middle of the Hudson River, Bannerman’s Castle is more than just a decaying ruin — it’s a monument to eccentric dreams, fiery disasters, and whispered hauntings. Built as an armory by Francis Bannerman VI, the castle’s strange history includes massive explosions, accidents, and claims of paranormal activity that still draw visitors and investigators alike.
In this episode of Is This Real?, we trace the castle’s past,...
Hellingly Hospital once stood as one of England’s largest psychiatric institutions — but today it’s remembered more for its eerie ruins, chilling ghost stories, and unsettling past. In this episode of Is This Real?, we explore the history of Hellingly, the legends whispered about its abandoned halls, and why it remains one of the UK’s most infamous haunted sites.
Was Hellingly simply a hospital that time forgot, or is there somethin...
Aokigahara, also known as the Suicide Forest, is one of the most infamous places in the world. Located at the base of Mt. Fuji, it has a long history of tragic deaths, eerie silence, and legends of restless spirits. But is there something truly supernatural going on… or is it a chilling intersection of folklore and mental health?In this episode of Is This Real?, we explore:The disturbing history of AokigaharaJapanese myths about yū...
Over 6 million souls rest beneath Paris in a labyrinth of bones and silence. In this episode, we descend into the Paris Catacombs to uncover stories of hidden chambers, lost explorers, and the chilling videos that still haunt the internet. What’s hiding in the dark?
🕳️ Would you explore the forbidden tunnels?
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Is Bodie, California really just a well-preserved frontier relic—or something much more sinister? In this episode, we dig deep into the chilling legends surrounding the abandoned town and the stories of tourists who claim they were cursed after stealing artifacts. Listen... if you dare.
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Behind the crumbling walls of Eastern State Penitentiary lies a legacy of isolation, madness, and torment. This once-revolutionary prison became a blueprint for solitary confinement—and a breeding ground for despair. Some say the souls of the forgotten inmates never left.
In this spine-chilling episode, we explore the haunted corridors of one of America's most infamous prisons. From eerie whispers in Cell Block 12 to full-bodied app...
Tucked deep within the canals of Xochimilco, Mexico, lies one of the most unsettling places on Earth—The Island of the Dolls. Hundreds of decaying dolls hang from trees, their eyes seemingly watching every move. But this isn't just a creepy aesthetic—it’s a memorial, a warning, and maybe something much darker.
In this episode, we explore the tragic legend of the little girl who drowned near the island and the man who dedicated h...
In this haunting journey, we venture into the radioactive silence of Pripyat, Ukraine—a city forever frozen by the Chernobyl disaster. What was once a vibrant Soviet town is now a ghostly time capsule, filled with eerily preserved reminders of a life abandoned in fear.
We uncover the true story behind the meltdown, the evacuations, and the lingering radiation... but also the dark legends whispered by explorers who claim the dead nev...
We’re back… and we’re starting Season 15 deep in the decaying halls of one of America’s most haunted locations—Waverly Hills Sanitarium. In this chilling episode, we peel back the layers of this abandoned tuberculosis hospital, diving into its tragic past, the infamous body chute, and the spirits said to still roam its corridors.
From the whispers in the dark to shadows that move without cause, we explore the eerie tales and disturb...
What if everything we know is just a simulation? Simulation theory suggests that our reality might be a computer-generated illusion, controlled by advanced beings or even future humans. Is there evidence to support this idea? And what would it mean for us if it were true? Join us as we explore one of the most mind-bending theories about reality.🔗 Dive into the mystery: https://linktr.ee/greenarrowmedia?utm_source=linktree_admin_sh...
The James Webb Space Telescope has delivered some of the most jaw-dropping images humanity has ever seen—massive galaxies, glowing nebulae, and deep space like never before. But… what are we really looking at?
In this episode of Is This Real?, JC3 and the crew break down the most famous JWST photos and ask the big questions:
🌌 Are these just stunning shots of space—or signs of something deeper?
👁 Could these cosmic images be...
Our solar system may seem familiar, but lurking among the planets and moons are horrors beyond imagination. Deadly storms rage for centuries, eerie signals drift through the void, and icy worlds hide dark secrets beneath their frozen crusts. What terrifying truths lie in the shadows of our cosmic backyard? Brace yourself — the scariest things in our solar system are closer than you think. 🪐
Imagine drifting through the darkness of space… only to find yourself in a place where even darkness seems to disappear. Voids in space are massive, empty regions where galaxies, stars, and light itself seem to vanish into nothingness. What could exist in these vast, silent expanses? Are they just cosmic anomalies — or something far more sinister? Prepare to confront the ultimate fear: absolute emptiness. 🌌
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The ocean is vast, mysterious, and full of dangers. From the crushing depths of the Mariana Trench to shark-infested waters, these are the areas where few dare to venture. But what makes these places so dangerous? Is it nature, or something more sinister? Join us as we explore the most treacherous parts of our world’s oceans and the stories behind them.🔗 Explore the dangers of the deep: https://linktr.ee/greenarrowmedia?utm_source...
JC3 and Pope Tony return for the Is This Real? annual Celebrity Deadpool, making their bold (and often darkly comedic) predictions on which famous figures might not see 2026. Did their 2024 guesses hit the mark, or were they way off? Who’s on their radar this year? Tune in for a mix of morbid curiosity, unexpected debates, and some eerie accuracy.
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The ocean is filled with strange and unexplained sounds—booms, hums, and roars that defy scientific explanation. From the haunting “Bloop” to the mysterious “Upsweep,” these eerie noises have left researchers puzzled for decades. Are they natural phenomena, signs of undiscovered creatures, or even signals from deep-sea civilizations? Join us as we dive into the mystery of these unearthly sounds and what they could mean. 🔗 Tu...
The Bermuda Triangle is one of the most infamous mysteries of the modern age. Ships vanish without a trace. Planes disappear from radar. Are these just accidents, or is there something more sinister at play? In this episode, we investigate the disappearances, strange magnetic anomalies, and conspiracy theories surrounding the Bermuda Triangle. Are we ready to uncover the truth behind this enigmatic region? 🔗 Join the investig...
Beneath the ocean’s surface lies a phenomenon so mysterious it’s been dubbed the “Black Carpet.” This dark, flowing anomaly has baffled scientists and inspired fear in sailors for centuries. What could it be? A massive organism? An uncharted ocean current? Or something we can’t yet explain? Join us as we uncover the theories, evidence, and strange occurrences surrounding the Black Carpet. 🔗 Uncover the secrets of the deep:htt...
The ocean holds some of the world’s darkest and most haunting secrets. From the tragedy of the Titanic to the eerie ghost ship Mary Celeste, these shipwrecks have left an indelible mark on history. But what really happened? Could there be more to these stories than we’ve been told? Join us as we uncover the chilling tales of the world’s most infamous shipwrecks, the mysteries they left behind, and why they still captivate us ...
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