Verbal Echo

About Verbal Echo

Welcome to The Verbal Echo. Join host Monica Martin and Co-host Sara Rowe as we recount experiences through the voices of those who've lived to tell their stories. We seek to understand the human story, with all its unexpected and often weird twists and turns. You will hear first-hand stories of the unexplained—from mysterious cryptids and alien encounters to paranormal experiences that defy explanation through the lens of the human experience. We will talk with authors, researchers, other podcasters, experts, and everyday people who need a sounding board to share everything they know. Each episode features human stories that challenge what we think we know, revealing details that often fly under the radar. We don't want mainstream conversations on this podcast. We look at the fringe, the edges, and the intersections of thought-provoking topics and coax them out of the shadows. If you’re drawn to the strange and hidden, join us on The Verbal Echo and discover how every story can change what you believe is possible. No guardrails. Connect with the host, Monica Martin (https://linktr.ee/Mountainenergywellnesscoaching)

Publisher

Monica Martin and Co-Host Sara Rowe

Category

science · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

17 Jul 2023

Latest episode

17 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

84 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Oct 2026

   The Slide Rock Bolter - Colorado's Mountain Monster

   NEW! We have a SUBSTACK now, and we think it'll be a better fit for getting you extra content and serving as a landing pad for all our podcast notes, community, and extra bonus things we talk about in our episodes. We can't wait for you to check it out, and here's the link: SUBSTACK JOIN OUR COMMUNITY NOW (https://verbalecho.substack.com/) The Slide-Rock Bolter: Colorado's Mountain Monster Imagine hiking through the rugged Colorado Rockies, surrounded by towering peaks, when suddenly something enormous comes crashing down the mountainside—mouth wide open and ready to swallow everything in its path. Welcome to the bizarre legend of the Slide-Rock Bolter, one of Colorado's strangest cryptids. In this episode of The Verbal Echo, we explore the folklore surrounding a massive, whale-like creature said to lurk along the steepest mountain ridges. According to legend, this beast anchors itself to mountaintops with its hooked tail, waiting patiently for unsuspecting travelers before launching a terrifying avalanche of rocks, trees, and destruction. We'll trace the creature's origins to the colorful storytelling traditions of early American lumberjacks, explore the outrageous accounts that helped make it a legendary Colorado monster, and examine how these tales became part of the American West's folklore. Could this enormous mountain predator have been inspired by the very real dangers of Colorado's rugged wilderness? Or was it simply one of the greatest tall tales ever told around a campfire? From cryptozoology and mountain legends to the strange creatures of American folklore, this is one monster story you won't soon forget. Question everything. Follow the echoes. There are no guardrails. Thank you for listening to this podcast and helping us grow by sharing it with a friend! Thank YOU!!! Do you want to tell your story on this show? Reach out, send an email to verbalecho@gmail.com (mailto:verbalecho@gmail.com) Read Monica's stories on the Medium Publication (https://medium.com/@monicamartinwrite) Try Sara's Bloody Seasoning and follow along on her adventures - Shop Now! (https://www.cerebralsnack.com/shop) --------------------------------------------------------- SUBSTACK JOIN OUR COMMUNITY NOW (https://verbalecho.substack.com/) Follow us on Patreon for even more content about our episodes and see video episodes before they are uploaded to our audio podcast. We share even more content on Patreon. Join today; it's FREE to join - be a founding member on our Patreon Channel, where you get even more content. Join us! Verbal Echo Podcast on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/collection/1925948) Music Artist credits for this podcast: Season 1: Ikoliks Season 2: Amoeba Crew, Dagored, and Salinski Music, and Licensed music through ASYNC Season 3: Async-sponsored Artists - Song "I Have You," episode 62, by Marigolde; Song "Unbreakable," episode 63, by Aeris Moon. Legal Disclaimer: As always, this podcast is for entertainment only, and the views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are solely their own. Always consult with medical professionals or your physician.

2. 

   16 Oct 2026

   Capuchin Catacombs: Mummies, Monks, and Mysteries of the Dead

   NEW! We have a SUBSTACK now, and we think it'll be a better fit for getting you extra content and serving as a landing pad for all our podcast notes, community, and extra bonus things we talk about in our episodes. We can't wait for you to check it out, and here's the link: SUBSTACK JOIN OUR COMMUNITY NOW (https://verbalecho.substack.com/) Show Notes: Italy's Capuchin Catacombs: Mummies, Monks, and the Mysteries of the Dead Beneath the streets of Palermo, Sicily, lies one of the world's most extraordinary burial sites—a labyrinth of underground corridors filled with thousands of preserved human bodies. In this episode of The Verbal Echo, we explore the eerie history of the Capuchin Catacombs, where centuries-old mummies stand upright, hang from walls, and rest in their burial clothes. From the Capuchin monks who began the tradition to the elaborate preservation techniques and social customs surrounding death, these catacombs offer a fascinating glimpse into Sicily's past. We'll also explore the remarkable story of Rosalia Lombardo, the young girl known as Palermo's Sleeping Beauty, whose astonishingly preserved body has fascinated visitors for generations. How did this unusual burial tradition begin? What can these preserved remains tell us about life, death, and the beliefs of those who came before us? And why do these underground corridors continue to inspire so much mystery and fascination? Join us as we venture beneath Palermo into a world where history, mortality, and the mysteries of preservation meet. Follow the echoes. No guardrails. Thank you for listening to this podcast and helping us grow by sharing it with a friend! Thank YOU!!! Do you want to tell your story on this show? Reach out, send an email to verbalecho@gmail.com (mailto:verbalecho@gmail.com) Read Monica's stories on the Medium Publication (https://medium.com/@monicamartinwrite) Try Sara's Bloody Seasoning and follow along on her adventures - Shop Now! (https://www.cerebralsnack.com/shop) --------------------------------------------------------- SUBSTACK JOIN OUR COMMUNITY NOW (https://verbalecho.substack.com/) Follow us on Patreon for even more content about our episodes and see video episodes before they are uploaded to our audio podcast. We share even more content on Patreon. Join today; it's FREE to join - be a founding member on our Patreon Channel, where you get even more content. Join us! Verbal Echo Podcast on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/collection/1925948) Music Artist credits for this podcast: Season 1: Ikoliks Season 2: Amoeba Crew, Dagored, and Salinski Music, and Licensed music through ASYNC Season 3: Async-sponsored Artists - Song "I Have You," episode 62, by Marigolde; Song "Unbreakable," episode 63, by Aeris Moon. Legal Disclaimer: As always, this podcast is for entertainment only, and the views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are solely their own. Always consult with medical professionals or your physician.

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   15 Oct 2026

   Stonehenge: The Mystery of the Megaliths

   NEW! We have a SUBSTACK now, and we think it'll be a better fit for getting you extra content and serving as a landing pad for all our podcast notes, community, and extra bonus things we talk about in our episodes. We can't wait for you to check it out, and here's the link: SUBSTACK JOIN OUR COMMUNITY NOW (https://verbalecho.substack.com/) Who built Stonehenge, how did they move those massive stones, and what were they trying to tell us? In this episode of The Verbal Echo, Sara takes us thousands of years into the past to explore one of the world's most fascinating ancient monuments. From its mysterious origins and extraordinary construction to the myths, legends, and celestial alignments surrounding it, Stonehenge continues to raise questions about the people who created it. How did prehistoric communities transport and raise stones weighing several tons? What role did the sun, moon, and changing seasons play in its design? Was Stonehenge a sacred gathering place, a burial ground, an astronomical observatory, or something we have yet to fully understand? We'll explore the archaeological discoveries, ancient engineering techniques, folklore, and astrological interpretations that have kept Stonehenge at the center of historical curiosity for centuries. And, of course, we'll consider some of the more unconventional theories surrounding its purpose and construction. Join us for another episode of The Verbal Echo. No Guardrails. Connect with The Verbal Echo Thank you for listening to this podcast and helping us grow by sharing it with a friend! Thank YOU!!! Do you want to tell your story on this show? Reach out, send an email to verbalecho@gmail.com (mailto:verbalecho@gmail.com) Read Monica's stories on the Medium Publication (https://medium.com/@monicamartinwrite) Try Sara's Bloody Seasoning and follow along on her adventures - Shop Now! (https://www.cerebralsnack.com/shop) --------------------------------------------------------- SUBSTACK JOIN OUR COMMUNITY NOW (https://verbalecho.substack.com/) Follow us on Patreon for even more content about our episodes and see video episodes before they are uploaded to our audio podcast. We share even more content on Patreon. Join today; it's FREE to join - be a founding member on our Patreon Channel, where you get even more content. Join us! Verbal Echo Podcast on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/collection/1925948) Music Artist credits for this podcast: Season 1: Ikoliks Season 2: Amoeba Crew, Dagored, and Salinski Music, and Licensed music through ASYNC Season 3: Async-sponsored Artists - Song "I Have You," episode 62, by Marigolde; Song "Unbreakable," episode 63, by Aeris Moon. Legal Disclaimer: As always, this podcast is for entertainment only, and the views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are solely their own. Always consult with medical professionals or your physician. Subscribe and follow for more conversations about ancient mysteries, unexplained phenomena, paranormal encounters, and the strange corners of our history. #Stonehenge #AncientMysteries #Megaliths #Archaeology #TheVerbalEcho

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100

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Quality

32

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

60

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