Episodes

  • Jack Parsons | How a Secret Occultist Founded America’s Rocket Program

    Jack Parsons | How a Secret Occultist Founded America’s Rocket Program
    Jul 6 2026
    We look at the life and death of Jack Parsons, a rocket scientist by day, occultist by night, and the conspiracies surrounding his death. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com In the 1920s and 30s, space travel seemed like something only possible in science fiction. But there were those who believed, who pushed, and who worked to establish the foundation of rocketry. One of those men scandalized the industry, working as a self-taught chemist by day, and an occultist by night. With a life full of drugs, parties, and black magick, he brought a whole new definition to “mad scientist." Today, we’re diving into the conspiracies behind the untimely death of JPL co-founder, Jack Parsons. Sensitive topics: Mentions of sexual assault, abuse, suicide, relationships with a minor, bodily harm Our sponsors: Factor - Head to http://Factormeals.com/redweb50off and use code redweb50off to get 50% off and free daily greens per box!Quince - Go to http://quince.com/redweb for free shipping and 365-day returns. This show is brought to you by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at http://BetterHelp.com/redweb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 37 mins
  • (Preview) Movie Club | Backrooms (2026)

    (Preview) Movie Club | Backrooms (2026)
    Jul 3 2026
    On this episode of Movie Club, we watch the highly-anticipated recent release Backrooms! Especially after doing episodes of both the podcast and Field Work on the backrooms, we had to culminate in watching the movie. Let us know in the comments what you thought, as we're very curious how you all felt about this one, Task Force! Sensitive topics: death, blood "Crypto", "Redletter"Kevin MacLeod (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠incompetech.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 mins
  • West Virginia Penitentiary | The Disturbing History Behind the Most Haunted Prison in America

    West Virginia Penitentiary | The Disturbing History Behind the Most Haunted Prison in America
    Jun 29 2026
    We discuss the disturbing 119 year history of one of the most haunted prisons in America: West Virginia Penitentiary, along with the countless stories of paranormal encounters.Watch the FULL investigation and the extra material at https://www.redwebpod.comAlso known as Moundsville Penitentiary, the prison was initially built as a temporary prison made from wood, but it would soon become a massive state penitentiary. In the decades that followed, its halls would be engulfed in violence, disease, and death, and after 119 operational years, it closed its doors for good, leaving behind a nearly-abandoned estate with countless stories of bloodshed. Today, in preparation for our ghost hunt at this very location, we’re looking into West Virginia Penitentiary.Sensitive topics: murder, sexual assault, brutality, beatings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Kennedy Curse | Conspiracy Theories Behind the Most Influential Family in American History

    Kennedy Curse | Conspiracy Theories Behind the Most Influential Family in American History
    Jun 22 2026
    Examining the fascinating history and compelling theories behind the Kennedy family, one of the most famous families in American history, and whether or not they were cursed.Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.comThe Kennedy family has often been referred to as American royalty. Some know them for their fame, wealth, and power. Others may have only heard of the heartbreaking pattern of tragedy. In addition to political prowess, untimely death and unfortunate circumstances have run in the Kennedy family for longer than many might be aware. Today, we’re diving into the history and theories of the infamous Kennedy Curse.Sensitive topics: Antisemitism, infant and child death, medical abuse, harmful medical practicesOur sponsors:Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://rocketmoney.com/REDWEB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • (Preview) Movie Club | Moon (2009)

    (Preview) Movie Club | Moon (2009)
    Jun 19 2026
    On this episode of Movie Club, Alfredo takes us into the cerebral sci-fi story of Moon. This is definitely a movie that has several layers, and it was fascinating to discuss. Let us know what you thought in the comments! Sensitive topics: death, blood, gaslighting "Crypto", "Redletter"Kevin MacLeod (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠incompetech.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    4 mins
  • This House Has Rules I Shouldn’t Have Followed | My Sugar Daddy Asks Me for Weird Favors

    This House Has Rules I Shouldn’t Have Followed | My Sugar Daddy Asks Me for Weird Favors
    Jun 18 2026
    A student accepts a high-paying job with unsettling rules, only to discover the horrifying rules must be followed at all costs. Join Red Web on Patreon for extra horror content: https://patreon.com/redwebpod Red Web explores the world’s most fascinating unsolved mysteries, true crime, and horror lore. In this series, we narrate and react to our favorite creepypastas, scary stories, and haunting internet tales that defined a generation of horror. Read “My sugar daddy asks me for weird favors” by u/EaPAtbp here: https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/diuucz/my_sugar_daddy_asks_me_for_weird_favors/ Producer: Christian Young Sound Design: Philip Spann Hosts: Trevor Collins and Alfredo Diaz Show Notes & Info: Genre: Psychological Horror / Reddit Creepypasta Format: Immersive Storytelling / Podcast Reaction & Analysis Themes: Rules Horror, Instructional Horror, Mimics, False Reality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Beast of Gévaudan | The Unknown Creature That Left a Bloody Trail in France for Years

    Beast of Gévaudan | The Unknown Creature That Left a Bloody Trail in France for Years
    Jun 15 2026
    Examining the history and theories behind the Beast of Gévaudan and its trail of bodies. Was it a mythical beast, a pack of wild animals, or a serial killer? Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com It’s 1764, and France is reeling from a devastating war, when suddenly the southern countryside finds itself terrorized by an unknown predator. Even after the Royal Army seemingly hunts the creature down and presents a carcass to the king, a second wave of headless bodies begins to appear soon thereafter. Since then, the creature has sparked many conspiracies as to the true nature of these killings. Was this a prehistoric monster, a serial killer hiding amidst the chaos, or something else? Today, we uncover the grisly history of the Beast of Gévaudan. Sensitive topics: Child death, animal death Our sponsors: Head to http://TryFirstleaf.com/REDWEB to sign up and you'll get 50% off your first box PLUS free shipping for an entire year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Joseph Newton Chandler III | Why Did This Man Take a Dead Child's Name For Decades?

    Joseph Newton Chandler III | Why Did This Man Take a Dead Child's Name For Decades?
    Jun 8 2026
    The baffling story of Robert Nichols, who took the name Joseph Newton Chandler III and left his family for the rest of his life, with theories going so far as to say he was the Zodiac Killer. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com In 2002, a man was found deceased in his apartment. What began as a standard investigation soon revealed the name registered to this man actually belonged to a child who died decades prior. As odd clues began to stack, a search commenced for the true identity of the man with no past and no contacts. After nearly two decades, a break in the case uncovered who he was, but left investigators with even more questions about his cryptic life. Today, we analyze the theories behind the true identity of Joseph Newton Chandler III. Sensitive topics: suicide Our sponsors: Ridge - Upgrade your wallet today! Get get up to 40% off @Ridge with code REDWEB at https://www.Ridge.com/REDWEB #Ridgepod #sponsored This show is brought to you by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at http://BetterHelp.com/redweb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 9 mins