Stuff You Should Know The Great Big Yarn of Mel's Hole
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Jul 15, 2025 Dive into the baffling tale of Mel's Hole, a mysterious pit with bizarre properties that has sparked urban legends. From its eerie silence to strange phenomena like resurrected entities, the story intertwines skepticism with intrigue. Explore bizarre finds like peculiar coins, and the narrative surrounding military encounters and government secrets. The enduring myth captivates listeners, blending folklore with modern culture, while discussions on health and innovative products add unexpected twists to the adventure.
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Mel's Bottomless Hole
- Mel Waters told a story of a mysterious hole on his property that never fills up despite continuous dumping.
- Dropped objects into the hole made no sound, adding to its eerie nature.
The Silent Gun's Strange Power
- Mel found a WWII-era gun that shot silently and caused radios nearby to play random broadcasts.
- The channel tuned by the gun depended on hand movement and produced "out of time" sounds if held still.
Impossible Depths Explored
- Mel used shark fishing reels to lower a weight 15 miles deep into the hole without hitting the bottom.
- This depth is twice that of the Marianas Trench, making the hole physically impossible by expert standards.