In this episode of Lunatic Soup, we unravel the strange legend of the Moon-Eyed People, pale nocturnal beings said to have lived in Appalachia before European settlers. Were they ancient Welsh or European descendants, fae, aliens, or something more cryptid in nature? Known for avoiding sunlight, moving by moonlight, and sometimes causing mischief—or danger—these figures blur the line between folklore and the unexplained. From indigenous stories to paranormal theories, we explore who (or what) the Moon-Eyed People might have been.

Lunatic Soup is having a watch party! Today we dive headfirst into the eerie world of The Blackwell Ghost; Part 2. Join us for a watch party as we dissect this spine-chilling "documentary”. Is it a genuine paranormal exposé or a masterclass in cinematic deception? Grab your favorite spooky snack, dim the lights, and prepare to question everything you see (and hear) on screen.

Lunatic Soup is having a watch party! Today we dive headfirst into the eerie world of The Blackwell Ghost; Part 1. Join us for a watch party as we dissect this spine-chilling "documentary”. Is it a genuine paranormal exposé or a masterclass in cinematic deception? Grab your favorite spooky snack, dim the lights, and prepare to question everything you see (and hear) on screen.

Season 4 of Lunatic Soup launches the only way we know how: with technical disasters, unhinged laughter, birthday chaos, and a deep dive into one of America’s weirdest legends — Champ, the Lake Champlain Monster.

In this episode, we spiral straight into cryptid lore, folklore, and paranormal history as we explore the 400-year mystery of Champ, Lake Champlain’s very own lake monster. From Native American accounts and 1600s sightings to the infamous Champ photograph and modern cryptozoology investigations, we break down why this elusive creature refuses to stay buried at the bottom of the lake.

We talk:

• Why Vermont literally passed laws to protect Champ

• What cryptozoologists like Katie Elizabeth believe about undiscovered species

• Why eyewitness descriptions of Champ are wildly different (and wildly unhinged)

• How local festivals, mascots, and pop culture turned a lake monster into a regional icon

Plus, because this is Lunatic Soup, we also derail into:

• Birthday chaos

• Internet weirdos

• Listener reactions

• And personal stories about water, fear, and why we’re all just one lake monster sighting away from becoming feral

Is Champ a surviving prehistoric creature? A misidentified animal? A hoax? Or proof that cryptids are hiding in plain sight? We don’t solve the mystery — but we absolutely make it fun.

If you love cryptids, lake monsters, paranormal podcasts, folklore, haunted history, weird legends, and chaotic storytelling, welcome to your new obsession.

Grab a drink, embrace the absurd, and remember: being a little bit of a lunatic is how you survive this timeline.

Merry Christmas! Today, we slip into the icy shadows of Alpine legend to uncover the true story of the winter goddess, Frau Perchta. Long before she was painted as a terrifying, belly-slitting crone, Perchta was a revered figure of winter’s balance—a guardian of hard work, rest, and the turning of the year. We trace her roots back to Frau Holle and the ancient pagan traditions that honored her, then follow the trail as Christianity reshaped her into a figure of fear, warning children and adults alike to stay in line.

On this Wild, Weird & Unknown edition of Lunatic Soup, we’re diving into the unsettling world of haunted objects—those wide-eyed porcelain faces and vintage toys that carry something far darker than childhood nostalgia. From Reddit confessionals to corners of the internet where people swear their dolls move, figures appear in mirrors, or random objects come to life, we’ll be reading and reacting to the creepiest real-life accounts we could dig up.

In this Spooky States episode of Lunatic Soup, we head into the haunted heart of Colorado, where the Rocky Mountains loom over ghost towns, cursed mines, and restless spirits. From the eerie elegance of the Stanley Hotel that inspired The Shining, to phantom miners wandering around old hotels, to city parts that were once cemeteries. Colorado holds some of the most chilling tales in the West. Join us as we uncover the state’s dark folklore, historic hauntings, and the paranormal mysteries still lurking in the thin mountain air.