Weird Around Illinois
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- Sep 24, 2026
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- Jul 11, 2026
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A New Approach to Paranormal Investigations with Dr. Joel Ramsey (The Paranormal Professor) - Pt. 1 (opens the original)
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When you're looking for an "Expert" in the paranormal field, it's often hard to know what sets someone apart from the rest. How about a PHD in psychology, over 20 years of paranormal investigation and over 100 ghosts, spirits, poltergeists and/or cryptids investigated? That's what the Paranormal Professor, Dr. Joel Ramsey, PHD, brings to this interview with the Weird Around Illinois team.The official introduction starts at 5:09 :)
Are There Lions in Indiana? (opens the original)
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Usually if you hear that there are lions in Indiana, it means Detroit is playing the Colts, but not this time. People are claiming to see real lions, a lioness and her cub, in Indiana not too far from Indianapolis. Are these escaped captive animals, or just a case of mistaken identity? The Weird Around Illinois team takes a closer look.
This Waukegan Bridge is Under Reconstruction... But Why? (opens the original)
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Something weird is going on in Waukegan, Illinois (again). A bridge is closed for repair. No big deal, right? Except the bridge is within a mile of three different Mothman sightings. Is this another Mothman bridge incident? The Weird Around Illinois team looks into it.
5 Most DANGEROUS Cryptids Around Illinois (opens the original)
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What cryptid is the most dangerous to people? Do you need to fear Bigfoot coming out of the woods at you? Dogman attacking your campsite? Mothman swooping down on your car? The Weird Around Illinois team compares notes on what they believe to be the most dangerous cryptids around Illinois.
Our Favorite Types of Investigations! (opens the original)
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Over the last few years, the Weird Around Illinois team has investigated ghosts, UFO's, portals, and all types of cryptids from the universally famous ones like Bigfoot and Dogman to local ones like Goatman and the Piasa Bird. The team discusses their favorite types of investigations.
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