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Takeaways
Mark Hartsman is an author and writer fascinated by the bizarre and unusual.
His interest in weird history began with the Guinness Book of World Records and Ripley's Believe It or Not.
Sideshow acts provided a platform for individuals with anomalies to find community and acceptance.
The internet has changed the landscape of sideshow acts and public perception of them.
Strange finds on eBay include bizarre items like bull scrotum bags and deer poop paperweights.
The Phoenix Lights incident remains one of the most compelling UFO sightings with thousands of witnesses.
Cultural context plays a significant role in shaping narratives around UFOs and extraterrestrial life.
Scientific inquiry into UFOs has gained traction in recent years, especially with figures like Avi Loeb.
The possibility of life on Mars and other celestial bodies continues to intrigue researchers and enthusiasts alike.
The ocean remains largely unexplored, potentially hiding unknown forms of life.
Keywords
X-Files, UFOs, bizarre history, sideshow, strange finds, paranormal, extraterrestrial life, weird stories, cultural phenomena, Mark Hartsman
Some stories just hit different. Welcome to The Dark Finds Podcast, hosted by writer, true crime creator, and psychology enthusiast Gary Colton. Each episode takes you deep into the world of those who’ve lived through — or created — something extraordinary. From fighters, musicians, and war veterans to cult survivors, ex-cons, psychologists, and entrepreneurs, we explore the lives of people who exist on the edge of the norm. Through honest, often raw conversations, we uncover their journeys, insights, struggles, and what drives them.
At its core, Dark Finds is fueled by one obsession: understanding human behavior in all its forms.