Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"The name black-eyed kids is quite succinct and appropriate when it comes to appearance. But it doesn't tell the whole story." — Marcus Parks
"The idea that the eyes are weirdly made up, and they do have weird outfits on." — Henry
"And if you don't have any parents? They're shit out of luck. Go get some. Go talk to Mr. Bazinger next door. He's gonna tell you where you're going. You're gonna send them to the town pedophile? Mr. Bazinger. He's the only one you can't see. We send all the kids to Mr. Bazinger. We never see any of them come back out." — Ben Gistle
This episode of Last Podcast on the Left explores the perplexing phenomenon of Black-Eyed Kids (BEKs). The hosts detail numerous reported encounters, focusing on the common characteristics of these entities: appearing as children aged roughly 6 to 16, with entirely black eyes from eyelid to eyelid, unusually pale or olive-toned skin, and a general unsettling demeanor. The discussion highlights how BEKs often request entry into homes or vehicles, utilizing persistent yet monotonous vocalizations and exhibiting strange, sometimes nonsensical, requests, such as asking for ketchup for an apple. Various theories regarding their origin are presented, including the possibility that they are interdimensional entities, part cryptid, ghost, alien, or demon, with some theories suggesting a connection to alien-human hybrid programs.
The podcast delves into specific documented cases, most notably the widely cited experience of Brian Bethel in 1996, which is considered one of the first widely disseminated internet legends of BEKs. The hosts also recount other encounters, including one in Portland where a fatality seemingly followed an encounter with BEKs, and another where a couple in Portland experienced unsettling events after a BEK encounter. These narratives emphasize the fear and unease reported by witnesses, often accompanied by physical symptoms like nausea, headaches, and anxiety, and a lingering sense of dread.
Throughout the episode, the hosts speculate on the nature of BEKs, touching on their similarities to Men in Black, their potential to cause harm or feed on negative energy, and the mystery surrounding their true intentions. Skeptical explanations are also briefly addressed, such as the possibility of staged encounters or misidentification, but the overwhelming focus remains on the persistent and widespread nature of these unsettling reports, leaving listeners with a sense of the unknown and the deeply disturbing aspects of this modern folklore.