Fortnightly narratives on the unsolved and the unexplained, mysteries, historical true crime, touches of the paranormal and cultural peculiarities.
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A journey through the 5000 years of history documented by one of the world's oldest continuous civilizations. For all the episodes for free, as well as additional content, please subscribe and/or visit http://thehistoryofchina.wordpress.com.
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The Strange, Dark & Mysterious delivered in podcast format. Follow the MrBallen Podcast on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish twice a week—every Monday and Thursday. Prime members can listen to new episodes 1-month early and all episodes ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.
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Jason Horton & Rebecca Leib discuss and explore some of the most mysterious and interesting events in history. Take a trip to haunted hotels, abandoned malls, deserted amusement parks, paranormal experiences, infamous true crimes, and weird historical and cultural events. This is Ghost Town. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Every week, Ken Jennings and John Roderick add a new entry to the OMNIBUS, an encyclopedic reference work of strange-but-true stories that they are compiling as a time capsule for future generations.
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Tales of our world's most unusual events, odd objects, and obscurities.
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Always interesting and often hilarious, join hosts Aaron Wright and Benjamin Grundy as they investigate the latest in futurology, weird science, consciousness research, alternative history, cryptozoology, UFOs, and new-age absurdity.
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Stories and interviews about the paranormal, cryptids, forgotten history, folklore, and more.
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History Impossible covers some of the less-known, strange, and supposedly impossible events, people, and ideologies throughout history that are all nonetheless true. The settings and time periods range from the Second World War to ancient Japan to medieval Europe, and many more. The show engages with difficult ideas and impossible decisions that were made by human beings like you or me, always to significant effect. It goes out of its way to grant agency to all of its subjects and does its b ...
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Sometimes the news moves so fast, you have to look closely to know if you’ve seen it before. And that’s what this show is about. Breaking History breaks down the news, by breaking down history. We cover everything from LBJ and the Roman Republic to Donald Trump and the chaos at Columbia. This twice a month show from The Free Press delivers the best historians, authors, and reporters by mining the archives of human experience to figure out the present. George Santayana wrote, “Those who do no ...
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Proudly brought to you by the fine folks at the Astonishing Legends Podcast- Not just another show but a place you can go: The Midnight Library. You alone, can climb the stairs of the strange, old Victorian mansion and be somewhat welcomed by your Hosts, Miranda Merrick & Mr. Darling. Curl up in a window seat or beside the grand fireplace and hear a tale of times long ago. Be transported to forgotten lands, learn about ancient customs and mysterious happenings… all in the company of your unu ...
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Paranormal, unexplainable, and uncanny stories aren't just in the fiction section. They happen every day, to people just like you. One Strange Thing brings you family-friendly stories from America's newspaper archives. And they all have something in common: an element that can't be explained by logic alone. Join us on our trek through small town U.S.A.'s oddities - and prepare to wonder what oddities are hiding in your hometown, too.
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From Ballen Studios, welcome to Bedtime Stories. From the paranormal to the supernatural, unsolved mysteries, strange deaths, cryptids, and the most disturbing of true crime, we’ll bring you stories from around the world, all told in a unique and bone-chilling way. New episodes every Wednesday. To submit story ideas, email: [email protected]
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Jason Horton revisits a different year along with the strange history and the cultural happenings during that year. Get your weird history fix with Strange Year.
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This campfire-style podcast will take you on a journey to uncover the stories that have terrified Americans for generations. What scares you? Let's find out.
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A deep dive into the strange obscure and relentlessly entertaining portions of human history. Married couple and armchair historians, Stephanie & Andrew, discuss the often overlooked parts of humanity. Whether the subject is an obscure event that has confused historians for centuries or a historical figure that doesn't get enough credit, we have you covered. New episodes available every other Monday!
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The simplest questions often have the most complex answers. The Philosopher's Zone is your guide through the strange thickets of logic, metaphysics and ethics.
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A podcast series about History, Occultism, Espionage, Secret Societies, Conspiracy and High Weirdness. Hosted by Dr. Richard B. Spence and co-host Stephen Austin.
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SEASON 07 WILL BEGIN FRIDAY JULY 28TH Unexplained is a haunting and unsettling bi-weekly podcast about strange and mysterious real life events that continue to evade explanation. A story-based show mixing spoken-word narrative, history and ideas - often to terrifying effect - that explores the space between what we think of as real and what is not; where sometimes belief can be as concrete as ‘reality,’ whatever that is… More info at www.unexplainedpodcast.com and on twitter @unexplainedpod ...
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Slow Burn illuminates America’s most consequential moments, making sense of the past to better understand the present. Through archival tape and first-person interviews, the series uncovers the surprising events and little-known characters lurking within the biggest stories of our time. Want more Slow Burn? Join Slate Plus to unlock full, ad-free access to Slow Burn and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slow Burn show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. ...
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Podcasting since 2008! - It really is all true! Quirky, bizarre, and unusual stories from the Flip Side of History.
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From UFOs to psychic powers and government cover-ups, history is riddled with unexplained events. You can turn back now or learn the Stuff They Don't Want You To Know ... an audio podcast from iHeartRadio.
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Serial killers. Gangsters. Gunslingers. Victorian-era murderers. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. Each week, the Most Notorious podcast features true-life tales of crime, criminals, tragedies and disasters throughout history. Host Erik Rivenes interviews authors and historians who have studied their subjects for years. Their stories are offered with unique insight, detail, and historical accuracy.
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The acclaimed weekly podcast that reveals all the strange, weird, creepy, and cool true stories from Southern California and entertainment industry history.
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Each week hosts Spencer Henry (Cult Liter Podcast) and Madison Reyes sit back and read outlandish, hilarious, and sometimes scathing obituaries. Every Thursday they come to the table with bizarre history, strange funeral traditions, and so much more! Each episode ends with a 'dumb criminals' segment in which they each talk about hilarious run-ins with the law.
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The unusual, the extraordinary, the paranormal. Come along as we explore all things strange.
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The human body is a miracle. But when it’s not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we’re sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold. From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you’ll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen’s Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its- ...
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The unknown. It lies at the root of all fear, and has inspired legends, superstition, folklore, customs, hysteria, and even murder throughout history. Still today we feel the shadowy presence of our ancestors' struggles to explain the mysterious in almost every facet of our lives. Whether it be in the form of religion, urban legends, pop culture, ghost stories, superstitious rituals, and so much more we are still just fighting to keep our monsters in the dark. Welcome to The Strange and Unus ...
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Every soldier has a story. Some, they try to forget. Others, they can’t stop thinking about – stories that no one else would believe happened. Something that terrified them. Something they cannot explain. From Ballen Studios, and hosted by Marine Corp Reconnaissance veteran, Luke Lamana, this is Wartime Stories. A weekly podcast that is a mix of horror, mystery, and awe inspiring tales. Where the strange, dark & mysterious meets the battlefield and beyond. New episodes every Monday. Share yo ...
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Welcome to "Stories of Appalachia," the podcast where hosts Steve Gilly and Rod Mullins have been unraveling the captivating history and folklore of the Appalachian region since 2015. Join them as they guide you through mist-covered mountains and winding rivers, exploring the stories that define the heart and soul of Appalachia.
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From (A)rsenic to (Z)ombies, Macabre: A Dark History Podcast exhumes the darkest corners of the past. We dig deep into deadly devices, ghastly crimes, and sinister secrets that history tried to bury. Join us as we unearth the truth—one morbid tale at a time through a not-so-serious approach to storytelling, MACABRE offers a uniquely entertaining escape into the strange and sinister corners of the world. Warning: This podcast explores graphic and disturbing themes. Listener discretion is advised.
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Everything paranormal and unexplained. History of buildings old hospitals any haunted locations along with personal experiences. Famous murders in Michigan. Ufo and extraterrestrial. Urban legends of Michigan. Folklores witches and tribal tales. Horror movies and unexplained curses and deaths on set.
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The Conspirators is a bi-weekly show dedicated to the dark and disturbing stories from history your teacher never told you about. On the show I discuss unsolved mysteries, serial killers, survival stories, strange disappearances and other bizarre true events from the past.
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Pirate and Josh bring you Paranormality! A binge-worthy paranormal podcast that explores the supernatural, uncanny, paranormal, spooky and down right strange! Ghosts, UFO's, conspiracy theories and everything inbetween.... We debate them and rate them on our own Paranormality Scale! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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true crime, mysteries, strange stories, stories,paranormal, UK, I try to be factual and not give too many opinions. Podcasts are 'low fi' with out any editing.
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Forgotten history, bizarre tales & facts that seem too strange to be true! Host Michael Kent asks listeners to tell him something strange, bizarre or surprising that they‘ve recently learned and he gets to the bottom of it! Every episode ends by playing a gameshow-style quiz game with a celebrity guest. Part of the WCBE Podcast Experience.
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Anything weird or wonderful, strange or supernatural. from murders, disappearances,abductions and hauntings, to natural phenomena, coincidences, out of this world visitors and downright unbelieveable nonsense.
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CWTR is a weekly, hour long, intenet-based talk radio show hosted by Gerry Prokopowicz of East Carolina University. Each week, Gerry interviews leading historians, authors, enthusiasts, etc. on all things Civil War related.
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Strange and unusual stories from history, literature, myths and legends.
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We delve into all things strange and mysterious from secret societies, ancient civilizations, mysticism, the paranormal, UFOs, unsolved mysteries, forbidden knowledge, ancient myths and legends, alternative healing, forbidden archaeology, Magick, mystery schools, religion, alchemy, hermetic spiritual, conspiracies, miracles, pixies, fairies, werewolves and vampires.
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It’s time to wake up. Hear strange and wonderful stories told by strange and wonderful people. Remember if you’ve heard it its history, if you haven’t its news.
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Actor Michael McMillian (True Blood) and musician Riley Bray (TOMI) chat with amazing guests about their personal paranormal history and share stories of High Strangeness. Join your new best buds every Wednesday for an unpredictable trip into the unknown. When you’re in the Clubhouse, no topic is too serious and no story is too strange!
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A podcast about fascinating history, mysteries and the unexplained
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Welcome to CAMP STRANGE, a comedy podcast of the occult. Join Alex Tobin and David Stokes, by the campfire, as they discuss the strange, weird, and mysterious tales they say you can still hear if you listen closely at night...
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The Strange Incident of the Coogee Aquarium Shark
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1:17:52In the 1920’s and 30s, shark attacks off the coast of New South Wales, Australia were not an especially uncommon event. In 1935, however, Sydney’s peaceful coastal charm was shattered by a grotesque discovery at the Coogee Aquarium that was anything but normal. A captured tiger shark, put on public display, vomited up a human arm—severed, tattooed,…
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A Russian-based candy has a morose history going back decades. More Ghost Town: https://www.ghosttownpod.com Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/ghosttownpod (7 Day Free Trial!) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghosttownpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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1928 is a Strange Year.By Jason Horton
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The course of history never follows a straight line. These are the epic stories that have shaped the world we now live in. From Ballen Studios, join us - for the most heart pounding podcast in history. New episodes every Wednesday. Listen now: https://ballen.lnk.to/atwistofhistory See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri…
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Episode #329 | BCC's Big Strange Vacation begins! Guest co-host Steve Berg joins Michael and Riley for a look into the fascinating history of Stonehenge! Plus: Steve shares his encounter with a possible cryptid in Colorado, the debut of "History or Mystery?" and the arrival of the Buga Sphere! Big Strange Vacation Merch! Watch this Episode on YouTu…
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Decoder Ring is marking its 100th episode this year. To celebrate, we’re revisiting our very first episode from 2018, which asks: What happened to the laugh track? For nearly five decades, the laugh track was ubiquitous, but beginning in the early 2000s, it fell out of sitcom fashion. What happened? How did we get from The Beverly Hillbillies to 30…
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There have been multiple alleged interactions which are reported to have taken place between the US military and extraterrestrial visitors. These include the supposed crash of a UFO near to Roswell in New Mexico, and the craft that was encountered by US servicemen in Rendlesham Forest near RAF Woodbridge. In this episode we examine yet another such…
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In Denver, Colorado, in 1941, a man was found murdered in his own home. The most unusual part was that all of the doors and windows were locked from the inside. So, how was the killer able to make his getaway? You can listen to more of History Dispatches at https://historydispatches.com/ Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be founda…
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Crossed Discussions: Mothman - Immortal or Hoax?
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46:44Yo, it’s Sky, co-hosting Cross Discussions with my girl Blue and our dope guest, Mike from Game for a Movie. Today, we’re sinking our teeth into the Mothman, that freaky seven-foot, red-eyed, winged thing that’s been creeping out Point Pleasant, West Virginia, since the ‘60s. We’re talking high-speed car chases, spooky vibes before the Silver Bridg…
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The last time you bought something, did you use a card, cash or something else? If you automatically thought "who uses cash nowadays", you're far from alone. More and more people are eschewing physical currency for digital dollars, and this move seems largely supported by big banks as well some countries. Proponents argue a cashless society has no …
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Exorcism, Deliverance & Demonic Encounters: Priest Reveals the Dark Side of Spiritual Warfare | S3E21
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53:32In this gripping episode of Strange and Mysterious World, we dive headfirst into the chilling realities of exorcisms and demonic deliverance with Father Mark. From horrifying real-life encounters with dark forces to the spiritual warfare that shapes our lives, Father Mark shares jaw-dropping stories and his personal experiences of casting out demon…
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After a difficult pregnancy, a woman is delighted to give birth to a baby girl. Her new child is perfect – though she has an unusually large head. Although the problem seems to be benign, the baby soon develops other problems. Desperate to help her child, the mother takes her to every specialist possible – but will anyone be able to find the answer…
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The Disappearance of Michael Darnell Bell Jr.
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55:09In 2011, Michael Darnell Bell, a 25-year-old, is found by CHP officers in a car on the side of the I-5 freeway. His car is out of gas. The CHP officers pick him up and drive him to a gas station about 5 miles down the freeway and drop him off there. He’s never seen again. As we delve into the details, we’re gonna get some scientology involvement, m…
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392: Golden Age Pirate George Lowther w/ Craig Chapman
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1:10:00George Lowther was a mutineer and a pirate, one of the most prolific during the golden age of piracy. His first mate, Edward "Ned" Low, went on to establish himself as perhaps the most sadistic and depraved of all pirate captains. Virtually all popular sources specify Lowther's death being by suicide in 1723, while marooned on the small island of B…
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Hi, Stuff They Don't Want You To Know listeners! We're excited to share with you a sneak peek at iHeartPodcasts' latest release, True Crime Tonight. True Crime Tonight: If you eat, sleep, and breathe true crime, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT is serving up your nightly fix. Five nights a week, KT STUDIOS & iHEART RADIO invite listeners to pull up a seat for an…
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Strange News: Ditch the Penny, Transparent Skin, The CIA and Star Wars, ChatGPT Refuses to Shut Itself Down, and More
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56:29The United States may FINALLY ditch the inconvenient and terrible penny (Ben here -- can you tell I write the descriptions?). A popular food coloring turns the skin of mice transparent. Investigations verify the CIA's use of oddly updated websites to communicate with assets. A new ChatGPT model refuses to shut itself down. All this and more in this…
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Episode 100 ! 100 Ways to Go Insane: Real Reasons People Were Committed to Asylums in the 1800s
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1:09:48It's our 100th episode! Can you believe it? That's insane. And speaking of INSANE. We're talking about the real reasons people were committed to asylums in the 1800s. ASYLUM ADMISSION FORM – CIRCA 1872 Name of Patients: REDACTED Age: Mentally ageless, spiritually chaotic Date of Admission: Immediately upon viewing Reason for Commitment: Hysteria Mo…
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A luxury flight packed with Coca-Cola executives turns into a mid-air disaster when nearly 200 people fall violently ill — and it wasn’t a virus, or turbulence. It was breakfast. This week, we uncover the true story of the worst food poisoning outbreak in airline history, and how one kitchen mistake nearly caused an aviation catastrophe. It’s a chi…
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Wondery Presents: How to Survive Against the Odds
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6:02Inspired by Wondery’s hit podcast Against the Odds—learn how to survive whatever nature can throw at you through gut-twisting true stories of survival on the brink How to Survive Against the Odds places you at the center of fifteen real life-or-death scenarios. Each story explores the physiological responses of the human body under unbearable condi…
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The Red Sandals (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)
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36:35In 1984, in a small city in northeastern China, a security guard stood outside of a warehouse, working an overnight shift. The guard heard a noise coming from some bushes nearby, but he didn’t think much about it. This was a safe town, and usually the hardest part of his job was staying awake. But suddenly, two thieves in ski masks emerged from the…
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Bank manager has a terrifying vision before a UFO encounter. 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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Venture with us to the outskirts of Oklahoma City, where urban legends collide with reality. In Spencer, Oklahoma, hidden among overgrown trails and whispering woods, lies the infamous Purple Church—a site steeped in rumors of satanic rituals, sacrifices, and unsettling paranormal phenomena. Is it merely a haunting myth, or truly a gateway to the u…
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Haunted Waters, Pt. 2: A Beacon In The Dark | Ep 101
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1:00:02On this episode in the Haunted Waters series, I cover lighthouses with haunted reputations, as well as the history of lighthouses. We explore Smalls lighthouse in Wales, Pharos of Alexandria, Tower of Hercules, Big Bay Point in Michigan, South Manitou lighthouse in Michigan, South Solitary lighthouse in Australia, and St. Augustine in Florida. Stir…
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Our reading this evening is issued with a rare "Heartbreak Warning" It tells the story of how one young man's obsession influenced the governing of his country, and gave unchecked power to the courts who worked in partnership with the church in order to ruin the lives of countless innocent people, primarily women, by first accusing them of witchcra…
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You can text us here! At what point do you begin to question someone's authority? You would be amazed how easily some people are controlled to an unbelievable level, following instructions to do things that go against all reason. In the 90's, a hoax caller was making managers of fast food restaurants and grocery stores, do unspeakable things to emp…
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While the Yongzheng Emperor attempts to get his domestic policy ducks in a row from the Forbidden City, out on the Western Frontiers, change is the only constant. Between squabbling Tibetan lamas, restless Kokonor Khans, and the ever-dangerous Dzungar Empire still on the loose out there, the new successor of the late, great Kangxi Emperor has some …
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In the aftermath of the brutal bombing of the Sveta Nedelya church the Tsankov regime unleashes a new terror on its enemies. At the same time, a border incident leads to the invasion of Bulgaria by one of its neighbors.Supporters like you make this podcast happen! Check out www.patreon.com/bulgarianhistorypodcast to see the great perks you can get …
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Simulations, Soul Contracts, and Talking Dolphins- Is 2037 The Year Everything Changes? Dark Secrets to Vatican Archives Is Even Stranger Than We Thought!
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1:01:22We're living in a world where what's presented as groundbreaking innovation is often just recycled ideas in shiny packaging. From streaming services becoming cable TV alternatives that now essentially function as cable with extra steps, to rideshare "innovations" that are just reinventing the bus route—the elite are profiting from our collective am…
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William McClellan Ritter didn’t just cut down trees, he built an empire. In this week’s episode, we tell his story, from Pennsylvania farm boy to head of one of the world’s largest lumber companies. He built railroads, ran coal mines, advised the U.S. war effort in World War I and once gifted $3 million to his workers. But that story also includes …
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Mount Hope Cemetery in Rochester, New York, holds more than just the remains of the past—it harbors whispers of the unexplained. In this episode of Obscurities, we uncover the eerie legends and paranormal activity said to haunt its historic grounds. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p…
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Season 01 Episode 10: The Spaces That Linger (RERUN)
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30:50Due to the recent arrival of another mini MacLean Smith, there’ll be a slight pause on new episodes. For the next two weeks we’ll be dipping back into the vaults until we continue, rather aptly with the next episode of Season 08 on Friday 13th of June… This week, we’re heading back to Season 01 Episode 10. The world of horror is littered with unner…
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33.20 - MU Podcast - The Fractured Self
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1:20:23Few psychiatrists have ventured beyond the confines of Western clinical thinking. Dr. Ralph Allison was one of the rare exceptions. While treating patients diagnosed with multiple personality disorder, he began to encounter alters that were far more than psychological fragments. These were fully formed, autonomous entities with their own histories,…
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While it may sound like science fiction, human militaries throughout history have always sought for an edge over their enemies -- and, in this search, ethics quickly go out the window. In tonight's episode, Ben, Matt and Noel explore the latest updates in the creation of a modern "super soldier," from technological breakthroughs to designer drugs..…
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Live Recordings from Chicago's Showmen's Rest To Ohio's Fair County Poor House Ghost Hunt Gone Wrong: The 4AM Evacuation Pt. 2
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1:35:47From circus tragedies to abandoned poorhouses, our Midwest paranormal journey uncovered unsettling history and unexplainable encounters at every turn. The twisted tale begins at Showman's Rest in Forest Park, Illinois – the final home of circus performers killed in a catastrophic 1918 train collision. Here, five stone elephants stand with lowered t…
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Speech acts - utterances that have the power to make things happen in the world - are increasingly being created by AI, especially in certain workplaces where it's not uncommon to receive orders and instructions from an algorithm. The power of a speech act is often understood as emanating from the intention of its author - but if AI lacks the capac…
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MoNo Encore: The Murder of Kitty Genovese w/ Catherine Pelonero
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1:09:35(Original pub. date: 9/27/2018) Catherine Pelonero, author of "Kitty Genovese: A True Account of a Public Murder and its Private Consequences", is my guest. She walks us through the murder of Kitty Genovese in Kew Gardens, New York in 1964 and its aftermath. The horrific crime is especially infamous because no one called police or stepped in to hel…
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Listener Mail: Gas Station "Casinos," Cannabis, Cryptids, Airport Disasters and Missing Faberge Eggs
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1:01:57Beuford breaks down the mechanics of gas station casinos. Josie explores the science of cannabis and oil-based products. Kangaroo fight updates. FrostyCold1 puts the guys on the strange case of missing Fabergé eggs. Fatigued and Flying explains the issues with air traffic controllers. All this and more in this week's listener mail segment. They don…
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This week Spencer is bringing us another round of TIFU! Next, Madison tells us about the wildly macabre Ganges River. We’ve got an obituary that is absolutely diabolical, one with some contradictions and so much more!!! INCLUDING some dumb.ass.criminallllllllls! Let’s go! Watch us on YouTube: Youtube.com/@obitchuarypodcast Buy our book: prh.com/obi…
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Gorillas, Discovery of (Entry 540.PS10420)
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1:12:06In which it takes Europe over two thousand years to figure out that the greatest of the great apes is not just Carthaginian folklore, and Ken would like to be considered merciful. Certificate #46468.By Omnibus
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Today’s podcast will feature 2 horrifying stories that both take place on the open sea. The audio from both of these stories has been pulled from our main YouTube channel, which is just called "MrBallen," and has been remastered for today's podcast. Story names, previews & links to original YouTube videos: #2 -- "The Perfect Bait" -- Fishing trip t…
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Aelfwynn shares stories of growing up in a haunted house with a static orb, a terrifying cartoon doctor, poltergeist activity, and more. Then we hear of her encounters with possible bigfoot creatures – being bluff charged and having rocks thrown into her camp. If you would like to help us continue to make Strange Familiars, get bonus content, t-shi…
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The Bizarre World of Dream Experiments
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1:07:06Multiple animals dream -- and, even now, people have little understanding of why dreaming occurs. In tonight's episode, Ben and Matt explore the newest research in dream states... and, spoiler: they end up with more questions than answers. They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/ See omny…
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Partition’s Ghost: How Pakistan Became a Deep State
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55:01Last month, two nuclear powers exchanged blows after terrorists mowed down 26 tourists in Kashmir, yet it didn’t turn into a hot war. We got lucky. But sadly, the next India-Pakistan war seems like only a matter of time. In this week’s Breaking History, Eli Lake explores the origin story of the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan. How did P…
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2130-Matthew Locke-Holding Charleston by the Bridle: Castle Pinckney and the Civil War
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1:00:00Matthew Locke (co-author with Cliff Roberts), of "Holding Charleston by the Bridle: Castle Pinckney and the Civil War"By Impediments of War
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Send us a text Hello anyone reading or listening to this. Sorry it has been so long since my last pod. This case dates back to 1961 but it is an interesting case, virtually forgotten today. It is set in the East End of London when three policeman were shot by an angry man who had argued with his wife. There is no editing and all is in lo-fi.…
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Declassified: Bigfoot Movie Club - "House" (1977)
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1:15:31Episode #328.5 | Declassified from BCC: The Other Side! Summer is here and that means two things: movie and summer vacations with friends! A group of whimsical teenage girls find their summer holiday derailed by a watermelon salesman, mysterious cat, and an old lady lurking in a haunted house in the 1977 Japanese horror cult classic, HOUSE! Michael…
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Time, for most of us, feels like the one true constant - a steady progression from past to future. Yet throughout history, people have reported moments where time - and perhaps even reality - seems to falter. Some claim to have been pulled into the past or thrust briefly into the future. Others describe slipping into worlds that look almost like ou…
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