Best June Bug Podcasts (2026)

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S4 Episode 119 - Snug as a Bug in a Rug 28:32

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A first Thanksgiving in the midcentury masterpiece has come and gone and, with it, a cozy familial gathering. Some brief fireplace talk leads to a quick discussion of your host's imminent demise (imminent in geologic time, that is). Meanwhile, over in Bridgeburg, a sad and lonely Clyde sits alone in a jail cell. Will his new counsel provide some ho…

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Happy Holidays from Obscure! 1:34

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While Clyde awaits his fate, Michael is taking a little time off. But we'll resume the book in the new year. Happy Holidays! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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S4 Episode 118 - Skanks, Nothin' But Skanks 32:54

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While Skankfest doesn't sound like the sort of thing your host would enjoy, and yet he did! Your host recounts a trip to New Orleans in which he eats a slice of humble pie discussing the various bro comics he encountered during his trip. Meanwhile, over there in Bridgeburg, the judging is about to commence regarding the fate of one Mr. Clyde Griffi…

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S4 Episode 117 - First World Problems 32:41

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Your humble host begins this episode kvetching about various First World problems, which include: a damaged washer/dryer, a bed frame imbroglio, and assorted other supply chain/technician fiascoes. Yes, it's an elite episode of Obscure today as we visit with our own Clyde Griffiths sitting there in a Bridgeburg jail cell without benefit of a washer…

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Radio 1190 Studio Takeover: Manual High School x CU RAP Lab 2025-12-05 49:50

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Students from Denver's Manual High School take over the Radio 1190 airwaves on Dec. 5, 2025 to showcase their productions in collab with CU Boulder's Laboratory for Ritual Arts & Pedagogy (RAP LAB). Learn more at www.colorado.edu/lab/rap/By KVCU Radio 1190

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S4 Episode 116 - Do the Right Thing 27:31

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Let's contemplate for a moment, shall we, the lack of social structure in poor Clyde Griffith's life. No immediate family to protect him in Lycurgus (though he has, of course, blood relative), no social structure other than the one into which he was wormed his way and to which he dare not speak his secret. The good gal in his life is dead by his ha…

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S4 Episode 115 - Into the Woods 34:42

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From the Jill Schwartz Memorial Library here in the wilds of Connecticut... after a 4 year Savannah sojourn, your host has returned to the woods. A new home in a new forested town with new, disease-bearing ticks. Does it feel good to be back in the wilds? It does. As for Clyde, the woods proved to be a disaster. Arrested, imprisoned, and now fighti…

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S4 Episode 114 - A Real Horse's Patootie 33:27

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Two horse patooties on this week's episode of Obscure. In the case of your host, the patootiness stems from taking extra trips when I'd rather be home. This episode, I briefly describe a short trip to New Hampshire from which I've just returned that I need not have agreed to go to, despite the fact that I had cromulent time. The second horse's pato…

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S4 Episode 113 - Who Do I Gotta Kill To Get Ahead In This Life? 37:11

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Twice-over murderer Clyde Griffiths finds himself at the mercy of Johnny Law. Now he's in the hoosegow, awaiting his fate. Meanwhile, his fancy pals over at the campsite have are tres, tres bummed. Their own Clyde, arrested for murder? How could it be? And poor Sondra Finchley now left flummoxed and alone; "I don't believe a word of it," says she. …

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S4 Episode 112 - What A Dunce You Are 31:45

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As indisputable proof arises that Clyde is, indeed, the instrument of death in the case of one Roberta Alden, Orville B. Mason isn't having more of young Master Griffiths' bunkum. Things continue to deteriorate for our young hero, whose defense is now crumbling as assuredly as Clyde once assuredly strode through the streets of Lycurgus, New York. W…

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S4 Episode 111 - Not Home, Alone 31:59

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Mallomars, a terrific confection, is the subject of some discussion early in this episode which reminds your host that Mike and Tom Eat Snacks is back, a podcast featuring Michael Ian Black and Tom Cavanagh picking, eating, and rating snacks. Why promote another podcast during this podcast? Because your host is whore. Other whorish behavior in this…

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S4 Episode 110 - 23 and Zzzz 35:12

3M ago35:12

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Your host complains of insomnia, discusses his genetic mutations, and makes this episode all about HIM instead of the terrible plight of Clyde Griffiths, who remains on the run from Johnny Law. All the good and wealthy young people of Lycurgus a-camping out there in far-flung Adirondack Mountain lakes may not be enough to protect the murderer in th…

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S4 Episode 109 - Partying Like It's 1999 32:03

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First off, your host doesn't party. Didn't party in 1999 and doesn't party now, so the title was, we're sorry to report, a lie. Even so, some late 20th century memories are returning to this 21st century babe, which involve living back in NYC after a multiple-decade absence. One can feel mighty alone, even when surrounded by people. You know who's …

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S4 Episode 108 - Hey This Is For You, Baby 35:39

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S4 Episode 107 - Velocitized! 32:50

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Your host has returned from the former honeymoon capital of the world (not Niagara Falls) feeling like he's still on the move. Decades of travel have left your handsome narrator feeling plum tuckered out. You know who else is tuckered out? Clyde Griffiths, on the run, panicked, mentally velocitized. Will Johnny Law's long arm reach him all the way …

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Radio 1190 Live From Wax Trax: Sons of Sevilla DJ Set 1:08:03

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Live from Wax Trax Records in Denver, CO — it's a special all-vinyl DJ set from Sons of Sevilla in advance of their live shows with Skinshape Sep. 25 and 26 at Meow Wolf! Enjoy this laid-back, loungey, soulful hour from the band.By KVCU Radio 1190

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Artist Interview: Musician and CU CMDI Alumna Kenké 49:16

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All the way from Nigeria, Kenké joins us in the Radio 1190 studio for a conversation and listening party on a visit to her alma mater! Kenké is a bright new force in the Afropop and R&B scenes, with songs that deal with things we can all relate to: love, faith, heartbreak, and self-discovery. She graduated from the master's program at the Universit…

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S4 Episode 106 - Desire Under the Elms 34:17

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Is the name of the opera your host was trying to recall during this week's episode. And it's desire, is it not, that has driven Clyde Griffiths to his murderous fate? Desire for love, money, social status, desire for a new pair of spats and a fancy cravat. And now he's on the run for his very life. Desire has destroyed better people than ol' Clyde …

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S4 Episode 105 - An Enormous Personal Hate for the Man 38:52

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Haven't we all felt hatred for The Man at some point? In Orville Mason's case, the man in question is the murderer of Roberta Alden. Is that Clyde Griffiths? It sure looks like it, and DA Mason is practically seething at the whichever rich wastrel did Ms. Alden in. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael on…

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S4 Episode 104 - A Fabulous Time Out There on the River 37:27

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The episode begins with a delightful recounting of a water adventure, which segues PERFECTLY into the horror show unfolding over there on Big Bittern. Highs and low on another cromulent episode of Obscure. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a…

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S4 Episode 103 - Law & Order 36:20

4M ago36:20

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As Book 3 unfolds, we're starting to transform from "The Wire" to "Law & Order." We've got the DA (portrayed by the late Jerry Orbach) and the coroner (portrayed by the late Foster Brooks). Yes, it's a perfectly cromulent episode of Obscure. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael on Instagram See Privacy P…

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The Werewolf of Bedburg | Hysterical #010 39:30

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In 1589, the small German town of Bedburg became the stage for one of the most infamous trials in history. Peter Stumpp—forever remembered as the Werewolf of Bedburg—was accused of unspeakable crimes: murder, cannibalism, incest, and making a pact with the Devil to transform into a wolf. His execution was brutal, his confession extracted under tort…

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S4 Episode 102 - My Dogs are Literal Animals 35:08

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Having just spent two days in the car with his pets, your host spends most of the episode complaining about the adorable Ole and Squash, who are not adorable. Things are worse, however, for Bert Alden, dead at the bottom of a lake. Thankfully, Orville Mason is on the case! Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Mi…

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S4 Episode 101 - Machinations! 33:02

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There's been a murder (maybe) in these here parts and political machinations are afoot! The coroner, upon suspecting foul play, has some ideas in that big head of his. While murder is never welcome, when it arrives, one would be a fool not to use it to one's advantage... Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Mich…

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S4 Episode 100 - Beautiful Mount Airy Lodge 34:11

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Reporting this episode from the former honeymoon capital of the world (not Niagra Falls), the Poconos Mountains which is an ideal location to commit a lake drowning. A lake drowning has, in fact, occurred. Clyde, our poor benighted Clyde, has gone and done it. And now, we shall see what consequences await. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack F…

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S4 Episode 99 - Dithering and Dickering 30:56

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Perhaps we are at the moment of no return. Hard to say, of course, and lo we have had the rug pulled from under our feet so many times over these last almost 100 episodes. Clyde Griffiths is possessed now, a demon steadying his hand as the deadly moment has now arrived. Or has it??? Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter…

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S4 Episode 98 - What a lousy Independence Day but a fine day for a MURDER 33:17

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An airport adventure begins this week's episode but your host is happy to assure you that, while his family's was waylaid in NYC attempting to return home to the Deep South. An overnight stay at JFK ensued, with a detour to Minneapolis, before heading, finally to Savannah. And yet... AND YET! Our trip was still better than Roberta Alden's elopement…

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S4 Episode 97 - We Don't Have Swiss Cheese, We're Waffle House 34:20

6M ago34:20

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Some thoughts on Waffle House and some heavy breathing kick off this week's episode. Meanwhile, all kinds of trouble await poor Robert Alden as she decamps for what she believes to be her elopement. But, of course, you and I know no such elopement is forthcoming. The only event Roberta has to look forward to is... MURDER!!! Support Obscure! Read Mi…

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Radio 1190 Takeover: CU Boulder Pre-Collegiate Development Program, July 2025 48:55

6M ago48:55

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Students from the 2025 summer sports-focused cohort of the University of Colorado Boulder's Pre-Collegiate Development Program took over the Radio 1190 airwaves July 17, 2025 with their own programming! Hear student-produced content on top players, world sport, sports fashion, and women's sports.By KVCU Radio 1190

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S4 Episode 96 - Crucial Days Indeed 32:38

6M ago32:38

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Some comparing and contrasting on the natures and characters of our respective heroines, Bob and Sondy F from the perspective of our hero, the cad. Can a hero also be a cad? Sure. What was Han Solo if not both? Meanwhile, your host rhapsodizes on his new homeland, the sap. Can a hero also be a sap? Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Mi…

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S4 Episode 95 - Fits and Starts 29:48

6M ago29:48

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A remembrance of a summer past begins today's episode as your host recalls a trip to his grandmother's apartment, a trip which involved watching the rock star Prince have more sex than was comfortable. Meanwhile, our resident Hamlet, Master Clyde Griffiths, continues to inch closer and closer to his ultimate destination. One of... MURDER!!! Support…

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Local Shakedown Special Edition: Bug Radio, June 26 2025 1:01:56

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CU Boulder Media Archaeology Lab visiting artist Jazmyn Crosby live in the Radio 1190 studios for a special edition of Local Shakedown!BUG RADIO explores different layered latencies with recorded bug sounds and various microphones connected to transmitters all competing for the same station.Learn more about Jazmyn at jazmyncrosby.com!…

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Radio 1190 Takeover: CU Boulder Pre-Collegiate Development Program, June 2025 43:23

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Students from the 2025 summer cohort of the University of Colorado Boulder's Pre-Collegiate Development Program took over the Radio 1190 airwaves June 24, 2025 with news and public affairs programming! Hear student-produced content on immigration rights, social media and book trends, and the battle for the NBA GOAT.…

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S4 Episode 94 - Long Live the State; Not So Much Bob 34:19

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Your host begins with tales of glamor and intrigue and film festivals, but such tales are short-lived, are they not? And, truth be told, very little intrigue at hand and almost as little glamor. Meanwhile, intrigue builds in the fetid little brain of our troubled teen, Clyde Griffiths. Will such intrigue lead to... MURDER?!? Support Obscure! Read M…

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The Screaming Epidemic of 1944 | Hysterical Episode 008 26:44

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S4 Episode 93 - The Desolate, Impenetrable Forests 33:26

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An honest-to-goodness "Price is Right" challenge! Plus, tales of Las Vegas decadence and Lycurgus debauchery! In addition, a comedic definition of the word "Myrtle." All this and more on today's scintillating episode of "Obscure"!!! Oh, and we read the book a little, too. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Mic…

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S4 Episode 92 - I Didn't Come to Las Vegas to Be Bored! 33:01

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Your host has created for himself a little working vay-cay out in the wilds of the Nevada desert for a debauched week of poker-playing and podcast recording. Most of the episode is devoted to Bert's whinging about this, that, and the other. Is it boring? It is. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael on Ins…

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S4 Episode 91 - Taking the Low Road 34:07

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While Ol' Bert suffers in Biltz, Clyde and Sondra are canoodling over at Twelfth Lake, their kisses turning into warm embraces in the moonlight. And yes, there's baby talk. I'm so sorry. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva…

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The Halifax Slasher 45:46

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In this episode of Hysterical, I explore the eerie case of the Halifax Slasher, a wave of fear that swept through a Yorkshire town in 1938. It started with a few alarming reports of a man attacking women with a razor. As newspapers caught wind of the story, panic spread like wildfire. Vigilante groups formed, suspects were hunted, and the town spir…

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S4 Episode 90 - Murder, Gossip, Sex! 31:31

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We start today's episode with some hot show biz goss about Colman Domingo, the show biz industry in general, and the Met Gala. Then we delve into the subject of MURDER!!!! Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…

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S4 Episode 89 - Presumably Containing Lunch 28:55

8M ago28:55

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As the number of listeners continues to dwindle (and, honestly, why it hasn't disappeared altogether is a mystery to me), your host recounts a visit to Los Angeles, relays some VERY strong opinions on Taco Bell, and reads a bit of a work of classic literature while commenting on it as he goes. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael…

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S4 Episode 88 - Some Honest to God Celebrity Hot Goss 31:57

8M ago31:57

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Reporting this episode from a haunted condominium in Hollywood, California! Ok, it's not haunted and, strictly speaking it isn't in Hollywood. But here within, your host relates a VERY JUICY Colman Domingo story (it's not that juicy, or that interesting). And Clyde continues to f things up. No surprise there. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substac…

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S4 Episode 87 - The Fifth of June Arriving 32:07

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For the umpteenth episode, Clyde is torn between his former flame and the current inferno warming him from the direction of Twelfth Lake. A gravid Bob is at a critical junction, the time of decision-making is at hand. Clyde must marry her or find some other solution to the problem. The obvious solution? MURDER!!! Support Obscure! Read Michael's sub…

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S4 Episode 86 - It was not right. It was not fair 33:51

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Some real moments of irritation from your host this week as he loses patience with both Bob AND Ted Dreiser. Now maybe it's on account of your host's sore back or maybe it's because your host thinks he knows better than one of the nation's great writers. Who can say. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael …

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The June Bug Epidemic of 1962 28:47

9M ago28:47

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In this episode of Hysterical, we explore the June Bug Epidemic of 1962, where a seemingly innocuous event turned into a widespread phenomenon of mass psychogenic illness at a textile factory in Strongsville. It all began when a worker reported a mysterious bug bite that no one could find, leading to similar reports across the factory floor. As mor…

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The Tanganyika Laughing Epidemic 51:37

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In this episode of Hysterical, we dive into the bizarre Tanganyika Laughter Epidemic of 1962, where a simple giggle in a classroom quickly escalated into an uncontrollable outbreak affecting over a thousand people across East Africa. It all started when three schoolgirls at the Mission Girls' School in Kashasha village began laughing uncontrollably…

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S4 Episode 85 - Speaking of Bobs 33:18

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A couple of Bobs on the podcast this time around, one the familiar Bob of episodes past, the knocked-up one. Then there's another Bob, only mentioned once and as an aside from your narrator. But what is the nature of this second, mysterious Bob? Only a careful listen will reveal the answer!!!! Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael…

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S4 Episode 84 - A Dark Cloud Which Shadowed This Other 32:48

9M ago32:48

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A sleepy host, a pregnant Bob, and a potential lover who, in the mind of your host, looks like a comic book character. Clyde and Roberta remain in their pregnancy pickle while Sondra Finchley, in the shadows, seeks out young Master Griffiths. All is both well and deeply unwell on the dark streets of Lycurgus, New York. Support Obscure! Read Michael…

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The War of the Worlds Panic of 1938 52:18

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In this episode of Hysterical, we delve into the infamous War of the Worlds broadcast panic of 1938. When Orson Welles’ radio adaptation of H.G. Wells' novel aired, listeners across the United States were thrown into a frenzy, convinced that Martians were invading. We explore how this broadcast became one of the most talked-about episodes of mass h…

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S4 Episode 83 - On Celebrating and Not Celebrating 33:57

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The episode begins with a reflection on St. Patrick's Day in Savannah, which - your host is told - is the nation's 3rd largest St. Patty's Day celebration. So while revelers drink themselves into a stupor down south, up north in Lycurgus, NY, our friends Clyde and Roberta struggle with the continually growing problem of Bob's pregnancy. But now, wi…