Cliffhanger Paranormal & Cryptid Encounters
An Australian ex-serviceman investigates local cryptid legends and interviews eyewitnesses who've encountered the unexplained.
This Australian podcast alternates between two distinct formats: solo, 'boots-on-the-ground' field investigations and casual, long-form interviews. In solo episodes, host Ben Clifford camps alone in reputed cryptid hotspots like the NSW bush, documenting his search with night-vision cameras and audio recorders. The interview episodes feature everyday Australians recounting their personal, often harrowing, encounters with Yowies, UFOs, and other paranormal phenomena.
“The show's blend of solo, in-the-field night expeditions and validating, informal eyewitness interviews sets it apart. The host's identity as an Australian ex-serviceman and outdoorsman lends a practical, non-sensationalist credibility to his investigations in the remote bush.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by Ben Clifford, an ex-serviceman, outdoorsman, and passionate investigator, the show dives deep into the shadowy realms of the unexplained in Australia. Described as a "Koori lad from the South Coast," Ben explores the paranormal from both lived experience and a cultural perspective, blending eyewitness accounts with field investigations. The show often features interviews with Elders, researchers, and everyday Australians who have experienced the impossible.
Credentials & credits
- Ex-serviceman, Royal Australian Navy
- Outdoorsman
- Paranormal Investigator
Other ventures
- SCYRA: the South Coast Yowie Research Association
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01Yowie Investigation - The Nerriga Giant - Australia’s Legendary BigfootJun 17, 2026 · 44 min
- 02Alone Overnight in Yowie Territory Turns Terrifying - NSW bushlandMay 7, 2026 · 57 min
- 03Yowie Contact South Coast NSW - We Got A ResponseMar 29, 2026 · 1h 38m
- 04UFO Encounters in Melbourne & Flying Cryptid Attack CanberraMar 14, 2026 · 1h 37m
- 05Yowie Bluff Charge & Black Panther Encounter | Hunter Valley NSWFeb 18, 2026 · 49 min
- 06Horrifying Rake-type entity terrifies family in Western AustraliaFeb 13, 2026 · 55 min
- 07Square UFOs, Entity Encounters & High Strangeness in CanberraFeb 8, 2026 · 55 min
- 08Face to Face with a Yowie in Central QLDJan 28, 2026 · 1h 06m
Notable episodes
- 01Alone Overnight in Yowie Territory Turns Terrifying - NSW bushland
A signature solo investigation episode where the host documents being harassed by rock-throwing and other phenomena while camping alone.
- 02Yowie Investigation - The Nerriga Giant - Australia’s Legendary Bigfoot
Demonstrates the host's research-driven approach, exploring the history of a specific legend (the Nerriga Giant) before conducting his own field work.
- 03Yowie Contact South Coast NSW - We Got A Response
Features returning fan-favorite guest 'Bretto' and announces the formation of a community research group, the South Coast Yowie Research Association (SCYRA).
What you'll be asked on this show
Ben Clifford's interview style is casual and collaborative, like a conversation between friends. He typically lets guests narrate their paranormal encounters in long, uninterrupted segments, fostering a supportive environment. Rather than direct pushback, he validates their stories by sharing his own related experiences or those of his family and other guests. His questions are often simple and clarifying, designed to establish a timeline ("Roughly when was your UFO sighting?") or understand the conclusion of an event ("Did the UFO just bugger off, or did you stop looking at it?") without breaking the storyteller's flow.
The show has two formats: solo field reports and guest interviews. In solo episodes, Ben Clifford documents his hikes and overnight camps in cryptid hotspots, often addressing the audience directly while examining potential evidence like tree breaks. Interview episodes are relaxed, long-form conversations where guests share their paranormal stories. The host's signature greeting is a friendly, "G'day legends".
Questions the host keeps coming back to
3 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
craft
1- Q.01
“Can you tell the story behind your song and where people can find it?”
Asks guests who have contributed creatively to the show to share the origin story of their work.
personal
2- Q.01
“Roughly when did this sighting happen?”
Used early in a story to establish a clear timeline for a guest's paranormal account.
- Q.02
“What happened right after? Did it just leave or did you look away?”
Probes for the conclusion of an encounter to understand how the event resolved from the guest's perspective.
Signature segments
- · "G'day legends" opening
- · Solo night investigations with IR cameras
- · Wood knocking and rock clacking call-outs
- · Leaving gifts for cryptids
- · Community research call-outs for SCYRA
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically everyday Australians, not professional paranormal researchers, who have a compelling and often frightening personal story to tell about a cryptid or UFO encounter. The show serves as a platform for eyewitnesses to share their experiences in their own words.
- Brettoon Yowie Contact South Coast NSW - We Got A Response
- Tim from Canberraon UFO Encounters in Melbourne & Flying Cryptid Attack Canberra
- Sean from the Central Coast of NSWon Yowie Bluff Charge & Black Panther Encounter | Hunter Valley NSW
- Em from Western Australiaon Horrifying Rake-type entity terrifies family in Western Australia
- Shane from Canberraon Square UFOs, Entity Encounters & High Strangeness in Canberra
- Callan from central Queenslandon Face to Face with a Yowie in Central QLD
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show appears to be primarily supported through direct audience engagement, promoting its own line of 'Cliffhanger' branded merchandise like jumpers and beanies. The host has noted his YouTube channel was demonetized, suggesting a reliance on direct sales and community support.
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- What is the host's real name and background?
- The host is Ben Clifford. He is an Australian ex-serviceman (Royal Australian Navy), outdoorsman, and identifies as a Koori man from the South Coast of NSW.
- What is the show's format?
- The show alternates between two formats: solo field investigations where the host camps in and explores cryptid hotspots, and long-form interviews with eyewitnesses of paranormal events.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, based on the episode release dates, the podcast is active and releases new episodes regularly.
- What topics does the show focus on?
- The primary focus is on Australian cryptids, especially the Yowie, but it also covers UFOs, hauntings, Black Panther sightings, and other paranormal phenomena, often with a uniquely Australian perspective.
- How can listeners get involved?
- The host founded the South Coast Yowie Research Association (SCYRA) to create a community for sharing knowledge and organizing group investigations on the NSW South Coast.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- Cliffhanger Paranormal & Cryptid Encounters is available on YouTube, Acast, Podbean, Apple Podcasts, and other major podcast platforms.
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