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Welcome to Hidden In The Shadows! We're Megan and Isaac, a married investigative team dedicated to uncovering the truth behind the unexplainable. We don't just talk about mysteries—we bring our own real-world investigation experience, field research, and background in high strangeness to every single episode. Whether we're digging into regional lore, examining local hauntings, or breaking down encounters sent in by listeners like you, we invite you to pull up a seat and step into the shadows with us.
Recent Episodes
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Oct. 7, 2026
If You Hear It, Don’t Whistle Back: The Ancient Lore of Appalachia
Are the Appalachian Mountains merely an ancient geological wonder, or does North America's oldest mountain range hold an energetic memory that actively preys upon the living? In this official kickoff episode of Spooky Season on Hidden In The Shadows, Megan and Isaac dive deep into Appalachian lore, unearthing centuries of high strangeness, forgotten inhabitants, and terrifying oral traditions. From the ancient bedrock that predates the Atlantic Ocean to deep hollows shrouded in blue haze, they e
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Oct. 4, 2026
SPC: Pre-Spooky Season Hangout
In Season 6, Episode 6 of Hidden In The Shadows, Megan and Isaac come together for a Spontaneous Paranormal Conversation (SPC) live stream to map out their upcoming Halloween season, dissect dark energy in everyday encounters, and reflect on six years of evolving research. From preparing for a blindfolded live channeling session to analyzing how energy manifests in food, sleep, and physical symptoms, this unscripted discussion bridges practical field experience with the realities of modern inves
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Sept. 30, 2026
Spotting the Charlatans: The Tests, Cold Reading, & Ethics of Psychic Mediumship
In Season 6, Episode 5 of Hidden In The Shadows, Megan and Isaac sit down for an open exploration into one of the most complex conversations in the spiritual community: discerning genuine intuitive experiences from fraud and misinterpretation. Drawing from historical case studies, industry reports, and six years of field investigation, they examine why psychic mediumship faces skepticism, how cold-reading techniques operate, and why keeping their services strictly free forms the foundation of th
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Sept. 23, 2026
Astrology, Simulation Theory, and Life's Blueprint: Is Your Fate Written in the Stars?
Is your personality, purpose, and life path written in the stars, or is astrology simply one of humanity's oldest systems of pattern recognition? In this episode of Hidden In The Shadows, Megan and Isaac tackle one of their most debated topics yet: astrology. Through the lens of simulation theory, natal charts, and personal experience, they explore a fascinating question: if reality operates like a sophisticated program, could astrology function as a blueprint for the character you are meant to
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Aug. 31, 2026
Beneath the Circle: What’s Really at the Devil’s Tramping Ground?
-In this episode, we’re finally tackling the Devil’s Tramping Ground. One of North Carolina’s most hyped and heavily mythologized paranormal spots. We reserved the site to spend the night during the Lion’s Gate portal, expecting to find the dark, portal-driven energy everyone talks about. Instead, the land had a completely different story to tell. We break down what actually happened out there: the history of the Dowd family land, the local revolutionary war ties, and how early settler account
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Aug. 19, 2026
Collaboration Episode with Mike & Christie from The Unknown Paranormal
For years you’ve heard us talk about Mike and Christie from The Unknown Paranormal. We’ve had them on countless episodes and worked side by side virtually on cases. Over the years, we always hoped that one day we could finally meet up and investigate together in person. Well, that day…or rather, those 5 days…came this August, and it was nothing short of amazing. On day 2, we decided to crowd into a hotel room and record a bonus podcast about everything we were experiencing. We brought them
About the Hosts
Megan Sanchez
Co Host / Paranormal Investigator
Isaac Sanchez
Co-Host / Paranormal Investigator