No offense but, something about the table,the window and the lighting of the last set seemed to add to the story telling. In other words, i would vote for the old set.

I prefer the old set and the laptops being across the table from each other with the snowy background. Reading off your phones seems less polished than reading off the laptops. In addition the old set would lessen the workplace touching and possible violence.😂

Here's an idea, why don't y'all consider the classic high back leather chair in front of a fireplace. You can read the stories off of an ipad (or your phone) mounted to an "old leather book" shell for effect. If you have no fireplace, then a tv mounted with a "hearth" shell displaying a fire would be sufficient for effect. Low light, slightly dark background, and the glow of "fire" illuminating two mysterious figures reading and discussing the haunted quarters of the cosmos.

Ben's sneeze at 5:20 looks like it had so much power and took the guy a full 10 seconds to recover

Ephesians 5:11. I remember a certain paranormal ghost show being something I enjoyed watching up until the Holy Spirit convicted me. I understood that contacting "the dead" was to be avoided but after you all mentioned Ephesians, the light bulb got brighter. We should absolutely avoid even watching someone trying to contact supposed spirits of people who have passed on because in that, we are participating with them. That's my conviction at least.

Bring back the old format with more camera angles and bring back the beard.

My friend introduced me to you guys a while ago. I’m not a fan of podcasts but this is the only channel I like listening to lol. Hope this encourages you to do more! God bless you both. 😊

I like the table readings where you face each other. You can talk about it with each other

I have never been able to handle scary movies or stories…even before I came to believe “high strangeness” was more than make-believe. Now though, it’s even harder. I’m in my kitchen prepping dinner for the day, in bright sunlight, with my kids playing and doing their lessons…and I’m literally unable to handle this topic. 🙈🙈

I'm glad you guys are more comfortable, but the old set definitely felt more appropriate

Dudes!!!! Why you gotta break my heart with the poor dog story?

Honestly it's not a bad set... but I also prefer the old one!

The set looks like you're in time-out at Grandma's house.

When Ben wants to eat leftovers, he probably just licks his moustache (Both of you look majestic)

I love getting to directly see your faces but I prefer the old backdrop, lighting, and y'all facing each other. It gave more of that sharing scary stories around the campfire feeling

Yea! Now folding laundry won't be so boring! Thanks for the great content 👍! My husband and I really enjoy it!!

Atchison, Kansas is my town. We knew the Sally House has a reputation for being haunted. I heard that for a while it was like a creepy AirB&B where people go to spend the night in hopes of having a paranormal experience. It’s a regular, kind of run-down looking house in an old neighborhood about 2 blocks from the river, like the guys said.

You guys looks like Statler and Waldorf, the two old bestie Muppets laughing and roasting people

You are truly doing God's work here with this episode. How long I have wished a podcast like this would come along...

I once saw an interview of one of the girls who was in the family that had so much trouble in the “conjuring” house. She said that things got much worse in that house after the Warrens conducted their seance in that house. Surprise. That seance let in more evil. This woman seemed very angry about what the warrens did. It could be because of the reality that they did make things worse or it could be that she was angry that the Warrens made money on their story… or a combination of the two. I believe that terrible deaths can open a means for a familiar spirit or spirits to enter into an area and manifest. I also believe that due to the fact so many people are involved in occult experiences and seeking to speak with the dead that some houses do become places where evil familiar spirits reside….mainly because of their occult involvement. Just attempting to speak to the dead gives these evil spirits access to an area. These people who think that they are conjuring the spirits of the dead open the door for the deceiving spirits to enter. “Ghost” hunting seems to be a pastime for many people. It is like a hobby for them. It is sad that people do not instead decide to seek to know the Creator of all things through the word of God. People are made up of spirit, soul, and body. They seek spiritual experiences. Unfortunately, many times the Christian church shuts off all possibility of know THE Father of spirits. God becomes someone far away instead of the realization that the Spirit of the Living God can reside inside the believer and lead them and guide them into all truth as the Lord Jesus promised. The weekly prayer meeting that many churches used to have has all but disappeared. “Praying at all times with all kinds of prayer and supplication in the spirit” is one of the weapons that God gives us with the armor of God. We need to teach people how to continuously grow in fellowship with the Lord so they can continue to grow up spiritually and not stay spiritual babies through their lives.

Excellent point about suffering in this world. I think the false narrative is ubiquitous among paranormal discussions "something tragic happened here and now it's haunted," etc. but yes the curse affects all creation, how could one random tragedy open a place to haunting activity. If that were the criteria, everywhere would be haunted by now

I’ve shared this before and it’s a much more longer and interesting story but the short of it is my first apartment left me feeling attacked every time I engaged in Bible study or prayer. I will have cold spots that would come up randomly and very strange neighbors but it all culminated in one day when I felt attacked I was about to leave and as I stood at the doorway pondering if I should really let this thing rule me, my stereo was on the floor across the room playing Christian worship music from the radio and as soon as it said the name of Jesus the power cord was ripped straight from the back shutting the stereo down. I fled for a while and prayed and came back and prayed that this thing would leave and I had peace after that. That’s the short version but the gist of it.

I love y'all's humor. And, just so you know, your relationship is a great example of what I want with the brothers in Christ I have in my own life. Y'all are an excellent example of the brotherly affection the Scriptures talk about.

I understand how comfortable the love seat is, but I also vote for the old set. Part of the uniqueness of your show is the banter back and forth between the two of you (as opposed to single person podcasts). I listen to the dusty tome on patreon when it comes out, but I wait for Haunted Cosmos to be released on KZfaq to watch you both interact with each other. My absolute favorite moments are when one of you makes a comment then side eyes the camera. It draws your audience into the conversation. I will say, I was never a big fan of the white lighting. I vote get more comfy chairs and sit across from each other. However, since I am high in agreeableness and avoid confrontation like the dancing plague of 1518, you should do what makes you comfortable.

Ben, you know it’s cruel to force us to face the lack of beard head on in this set change. Also, thought we would need a mule kick to set your eyes straight after power of the sneeze at 5:20 had you cross eyed. Great episode guys! See you in June

The set makes Ben and Brian look like they’ve been called to Moscow to be yelled at by Doug Wilson for telling their listeners that Bigfoot is a fairy.

Looking like Jim Bob and Benjamin Walton returning to the set of the Baldwin Sister’s house, for a “The Walton’s” reunion special.

I'm very thankful you guys tackled this subject. For some reason or another, I've known quite a few witches or people that practice those dark evils and episodes like this have been helpful.

You guys are great story tellers

As an audio podcast purist, I heeded the call to watch and roast the set. Not sure I can critique it though. I can, however, say with those mugs, you guys have the perfect faces for audio.

I love what you all do and regardless of your set I'm still listening. I liked the vibe and branding of what you had before better, but I see what you are going for and that has merit.

To put in my two cents on the new setup, I like the lighting and design of this new setup, but I think it might look better to have a little more space between the two of you and use two different camera angles that aren’t directly front-facing, one for each host

Really well said!

Before I got saved I use to watch the Conjuring without flinching, now I dare not entertain paranormal movies. Can't even listen to Tiptoe through the tulips without thinking about that scary scene in Insidious 😂😂

I particularly enjoy and appreciate the Biblical linking in this episode. I know you do this in other episodes, but this one hit a bit different. Keep up the great work!

I love the new set. The lighting of the old set made my brain hurt, and I stopped watching. I listen when I drive, and my phone mounts in a way that I can't look away. Don't go back, please!❤❤❤ Repping St. George, now in Spartanburg.

I think you should have filmed on location at the Sally House. Show that demon what's what.

The temporary sofa set is somehow deeply disconcerting due to the contrast between the eerie story content and the pleasant surroundings.

Just listened through the Astonishing Legends series on the Sally House, good timing.

Love your show brothers, if you get the chance look into doing a show on the countess Elizabeth Bethory.

According to the Orthodox Christian view of the end times (eschaton), there isn't a separate place for the damned, everyone is resurrected and is in God's presence for Eternity. What we would call God's eternal burning love, the sinner feels as a lake of fire. Same uncreated grace. Love you guys!

I dislike how Haunted Cosmos is both frightening and yet so captivating and beneficial 😢

Please go back to the other video format! Something about reading off the phone while sitting in a position that makes you feel like you are sitting with us seems in very poor tastes I suppose. At least read from a computer 😅. The dim lighting sets the mood better as well.

Who's the new guy in the green shirt? 😅😂😂 Thank you guys for another great episode.

Heck yeah new episode for my trip across Canada! You guys are the best!

Nice format change! Your research and storytelling has been an inspiration to our growing podcast! Thank you!

Maybe a more zoomed out view, two separate chairs, dimmer lighting and a commissioned painting where you both are doing a Captain Morgan pose or are in knights armor with dark skies in the background (dead center in the background of the video) could work. But what do I know 🤷‍♂️

everybody’s really hating on this set lol leave them be 🥲

Yay!

Looking forward to listening to this episode while doing chores. Yes, I am sorry I am listening to high strangeness while doing chores, but it is what it is. LOL. Thank you, gentlemen! One idea or question -- maybe you could include show notes or something? Like a list of the interesting things you talk about? On that note, what is the name of that place that you theorize is Atlantis?! Thanks again!!!

Another great episode, guys! It reminded me of how my dad helped me overcome my fear of ghosts when I was a kid. One night I woke him up because I couldn't sleep and he groggily told me "There's no such as ghosts, Son. When you die, you either go to Heaven or Hell. Worst-case scenario...it's just a demon." 😈😯While that wasn't exactly what my 8-year-old self wanted to hear, (😂) I ended up owning that phrase every time I thought I saw something move in the dark because I knew Christ was stronger. Now, it's the catchphrase of the main character in my Christian superhero novel: "It's just a demon." Keep up the great work!

Ignore everyone. Do the set as you see fit. Keep spreading the gospel with your unique flair, then you can't do it the wrong way. Stuff it all. You do you boo

Had to comment again after seeing so many people talk about the new setup. LOL. I don't tend to watch the videos anyway, so I don't technically care. What I remember of the old set, I was a little creeped out by what I remember being two huge, unpleasantly bright forms standing silent with the Ben and Brian, and Ben and Brian being suspiciously oblivious to their bright companions. As long as the nasty bright lights stay away, I'm happy. LOL. Was anyone else bothered by the bright lights or am I just imagining things?

As someone who was sucked into a spiritist "church" and mercifully came to faith in Christ soon after, thank you for exposing the grave danger of seances. Spiritism lies about eternal life by denying the need for Christ for salvation (fatal mistake). Have you guys checked out the Ghost Club? Two founding members were Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Charles Dickens.

The first place I had of my own, my pit bull would bark into my dark empty bedroom. My water globe would play on its own ‘Tomorrow’ from ‘Annie’. That’s also the place I lived when I first started suffering from sleep paralysis with shadow people, which is still happening 20 years later.

Shutzhund is the greatest sport in the world. Much respect to your grandmother.

That is a brilliant insight about how every place has seen human suffering. I think the best ghost stories, the ones that are composed as fiction, tend to have an element of justice. The person who encounters the ghost has to somehow help the victim right that specific injustice, thus freeing the ghost. I realize this isn't the bulk of ghost stories. Maybe it's the ones coming out of a Christian culture.

I actually vote for going all the way back to the way season 1 was with no set at all, just a moving image! Honestly created so much magic and character! But that’s just my opinion. I love the both of you so much, and if I’m honest I never really “watch” anyway, just listen!

Brighter lighting, less beard, and looking at us face on have all added up to one thing: an incalculably overwhelming level of handsomeness.

I'm SO glad you are addressing "ghosts". I've been intrigued by that notion for a long time and have watched ghost hunter TV shows. I knew my Christian worldview didn't support those being dead souls that have lingered here. So it's good that you're addressing what that phenomenon could be instead. I like the fact that you guys are facing more towards the camera and that set is less stark than you're other one. But the real truth is I prefer just listening to you guys instead of watching you anyway. Even when I've got the YT going much of the time I'm listening from a portable speaker remotely from my computer.

I wrote a book about this too! There are no ghosts. There are only demons!

Looks like a TGC episode shot in some hipster coffee bar where they buy the couches from the thrift store. 😅 Love you guys though!

I really liked the across the table, back lighting look of the previous set. It was unique & a little more groovy spookyish. 🫣 I’m kinda miss seeing the water pitcher/drinking chalice too. 🤭

As to the comments on the set. I hated the old set. But I really liked how you guys were with Right Response on their set. You should do two chairs like that with a cool bookshelf behind you.

The other video format, along with the AI-integrated story telling, is much better.

More info on the painting in the background please 🙏🏼

Love you guys and your content Agree with the other comments… I like the old set

This as been by far the darkest and most morbid episode

I actually don't mind the set. It's very different. It has an antique vibe that goes with the age of some of the stories. It's not as spooky or mysterious as the other one. Maybe you can find some hybrid that makes this setup more mysterious? Like more dramatic lighting, perhaps?

(Plankton voice) YEEEEEEEEEESS!

What was the name of the Chateau again? I'm horrible with French spelling, but I'd like to look up photographs of it if possible.

If you freeze at 49:24 it looks like brian is unimpressed with Ben’s cheese review.

I remember some of your dusty tomes stories being submitted from your fan base and was curious how that works? Do I need to be a patron to send you my story?

Thanks for more superb content, and God bless!

Keep up the good work guys!

My church is five minutes outside of Atchison.

Tucker carlson was just on Rogan saying that exact thing, saying that uaps/ufos are spiritual, supernatural occurrences

This set makes the two of you look like a married couple having a disagreement and refusing to sit with your bodies touching.

My brothers in Christ, you have given me a mighty spook.

You guys look amazing. Great new look.

I think yall would be more comfortable with two chairs angled toward each other and the camera and a little table between ya. 😉 Great show!

It could be possible that Sallie is a nickname as well.

Ben and Brian said earlier that this setup was only temporary, because the other place is under construction. Have patience!

Ron Swanson?? Jk😂😂 love you guys' content though, God bless you and your families!

The bromance is creepy enough without having to see the fellas sitting so close together on a love-seat. Old set please 🙏

Nope..old format pls...the silhouette with white window gave the perfect ambiance for your tales...love your mugs, but watching the distracted facial expressions when the other is talking is, well, distracting...if you're going to keep this format...I can always just listen thru ear pods..but pls reconsider...thank you.

To ease the visual assault of this awful new set, and the discomfort of having to look directly at both of you, I decided to take a drink of bourbon every time one of you touched your mustache. I go into rehab tomorrow.

Great episode. As far as the set, do what works best for you guys.

A paced voice! How good, rather than rattling everything off in such a hurry that one might get the impression you'd lose your noggin if you spoke slower. Thank you!

Everything you guys have done so far is totally epic! The new set? meh.

You guys look like a reformed version of Rhett and Link

I don't mind changing formats, I'd rather see you looking at the camera, but this isn't it. Check Sunday Cool's NAB - individual shots, or perhaps two chairs in almost a forum type setting would work WAY better.

King beard and stache!

Goodwill called, they want their set back.

Anyone else catch the hollow earth reference in the cold open at 14:46?

Have you made a video about sky phenomenon during siege of Jerusalem

if you ever have an imaginary friend... Don't name them Sally!

"Once I shaved the beard, they started doing it again"... in which Ben first confesses with his own mouth what he's done.

hey if you guy's made one about WW2 i would so listen

New content woo hoo! Keep doing God's work! I like the new camera setup. I like you facing the camera, maybe add a desk or table in front of you for the laptops? God Bless ☦️