

EP: 336 The Mysterious Bennington Triangle with Derek Olson
15 snips Jun 24, 2025
Join paranormal explorer Derek Olson as he unveils the spine-chilling mysteries of Vermont’s Bennington Triangle. With a rich background in exploring ancient sites, Derek highlights eerie disappearances from the 1940s and strange phenomena such as unexplained lights and electromagnetic anomalies. He delves into links to local folklore and ancient civilizations, probing whether these incidents stem from natural events or deeper paranormal forces. The conversation raises intriguing questions about what truly lies in the remote wilderness.
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Bennington Triangle Mystery Defined
- The Bennington Triangle involves mysterious disappearances and paranormal events centered in a remote Vermont area.
- Locals believe these events link to ancient sites and folklore, suggesting a paranormal hotspot rather than a simple wilderness mystery.
Mystery of Carl Herrick's Death
- Carl Herrick disappeared in 1943 while hunting; found dead with lungs punctured by his ribs, yet no blood was evident.
- This baffling death launched modern mystery around the Bennington Triangle disappearances.
Paula Weldon's Vanishing
- Paula Weldon, a local college student, vanished in 1946 during a hike near Bickford Hollow and was never found.
- Extensive searches with helicopters and bloodhounds failed to uncover any trace despite her being an experienced outdoorswoman.