Best Velocity Studios Podcasts (2025)

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Lou Pearlman | He SCAMMED the Backstreet Boys and NSYNC 1:22:11

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Lou Pearlman was one of the most influential and controversial figures in the pop music industry. His story begins far from the stage lights, but it would eventually shape the rise of some of the biggest boy bands in history. The story of Lou Pearlman and boy band fame is a cautionary tale. He created icons, yet exploited them. His vision changed p…

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The Yellow Deli | The Truth About the Yellow Deli Cult 1:12:23

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The Yellow Deli looks like a cozy sandwich shop at first glance. Its handmade wood furniture, rustic décor, and warm teas attract students, travelers, and locals alike. But behind the welcoming atmosphere lies a much deeper, and more controversial, story. The Yellow Deli is connected to the Twelve Tribes community, a religious group that many descr…

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Velocity Gnome | The Prank That Lasted 3 Years 1:21:05

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It all started in the early 2000s when a teenager named Collin heard a knock at his door. A stranger knelt before him and handed over a scrapbook that seemed to predict Collin’s future. The book presented real photos of his life, followed by an imagined portrayal of him as humanity's savior in a war against robots. The bizarre delivery was only the…

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Henry Davis | But I Am Telling You Right Now This Man Is Not Real 48:02

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In the age of viral fame, few stories are stranger than that of Henry Davis and the Deep Fake allegations. Henry Davis became a social media sensation with over 700,000 Instagram followers, posting a mix of political commentary, strange personal tales, and celebrity encounters. But behind the carefully crafted image was a web of deception that woul…

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Balloon Boy | This Kid Got Stuck in a Balloon 1:26:29

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In 2009, a strange news story caught the attention of millions across America. A silver balloon was floating through the sky, and many believed a six-year-old boy named Falcon Henne was trapped inside. This event quickly became known as the “Balloon Boy” incident, and the man at the center of it was Richard Henne. The Balloon Boy story is a strange…

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Phoenix Jones | Seattle's Real Life Superhero EXPOSED 1:12:31

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Not all superheroes live in comic books. One of them walked the streets of Seattle, in full costume, calling himself Phoenix Jones. While his origin was rooted in protecting the innocent, his story took many unexpected turns. This is the tale of how one man attempted to fight crime and ultimately blurred the line between hero and villain. Phoenix J…

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Elmer McCurdy | Real Dead Guy Found on TV Show Set 1:05:08

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Elmer McCurdy was a failed outlaw whose story didn’t end with his death—it only got weirder. After a string of explosive robbery attempts that went hilariously wrong, McCurdy met his end in a shootout with law enforcement. But instead of being buried and forgotten, his body began a journey stranger than fiction. For decades, McCurdy’s embalmed corp…

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Pepsi Jet | Pepsi’s $37 Million Bet, It Almost Backfired 1:01:15

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In the 1990s, Pepsi ran one of the wildest marketing campaigns ever. The company offered “Pepsi Points” for drinking their soda. People could collect these points and trade them for branded items like T-shirts and sunglasses. But one bold TV commercial took things too far—it ended with a teenager landing a military jet at school. The cost? Seven mi…

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Hitchbot | The Robot That Died Trying to Make Friends 45:46

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In 2013, two Canadian professors set out to answer a strange question: Can robots trust humans? The result was a robot named Hitchbot. It wasn’t high-tech or futuristic-looking. In reality, it looked more like a child’s craft project. But its mission was serious: to travel across countries using only the kindness of strangers. Hitchbot was a mix of…

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Zheng He | Did China Almost Rule the World? 55:58

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Imagine this: hundreds of massive ships rolling into your harbor. No gunfire, no war, just presence. That’s how Zhang He made nations bow. His fleet flexed power without destroying cities. Along the way, they also mapped the ocean and brought foreign leaders to meet the emperor. Zhang He and the ships became legends. They showed that China wasn’t j…

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Conan vs Leno: The Tonight Show Fight 1:30:34

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Late-night TV has always been filled with laughs, interviews, and drama. But one of the biggest behind-the-scenes showdowns happened between Conan O'Brien and Jay Leno. This is the story of how two comedy giants clashed over one of television’s most iconic shows: The Tonight Show. Things I Learned Last Night is an educational comedy podcast where b…

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Alfred Packer Ate Five Guys, No Burgers 1:18:47

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In the winter of 1874, six men entered the snowy Colorado mountains. Only one came out. That man was Alfred Packer, and what followed became one of the most chilling survival stories in American history. Things I Learned Last Night is an educational comedy podcast where best friends Jaron Myers and Tim Stone talk about random topics and have fun al…

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The Cadaver Synod | He Put a Dead Pope on Trial 1:11:52

3M ago1:11:52

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In 897 AD, a genuinely shocking event occurred in Rome. A dead pope was put on trial. You read that right. A corpse, dressed in full church robes, was placed on a throne and judged in front of an audience. This unusual and unforgettable event is known as the Cadaver Synod. It remains one of the most bizarre moments in church history. And yes, it re…

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McDonald’s Monopoly - The One That Jaron Doesn't Want to Do 1:27:51

3M ago1:27:51

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For years, the McDonald's Monopoly game made people believe they could win big. From free fries to million-dollar prizes, millions of people peeled those little game pieces, hoping to strike it rich. But what if we told you that the biggest prizes were never actually up for grabs? This is the true story of how Jerry Jacobson stole millions of dolla…

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Justin Posey | Tech Genius Starts Massive New Treasure Hunt 49:04

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In the world of hidden riches, one man took things to a whole new level. His name is Justin Posey, and he’s not your average tech guy. He’s a software engineer, a collector, and a creative thinker. But what really sets him apart? His deep obsession with finding treasure. What started as a hobby turned into a years-long mission. Now, Justin Posey an…

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Forrest Fenn and His Deadly Treasure Hunt 1:09:06

4M ago1:09:06

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Forrest Fenn was a decorated Air Force pilot, art dealer, and author who lived in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He collected rare artifacts from around the world. After surviving cancer in the late 1980s, he devised a wild plan: hide a treasure chest filled with valuable items and challenge people to find it. Fenn published a book in 2010 titled The Thrill…

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Joy Milne | The Woman Who Can Smell Parkinson’s 43:14

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It all started at a science conference. A woman named Joy Milne stood up after a lecture on Parkinson’s disease and asked the speaker, “Why do people with Parkinson’s smell like that?” The scientist, Dr. Tilo Kunath, was confused. He had never heard that Parkinson’s had a smell. But Joy was confident. She said she could smell it, and she had smelle…

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Who Was the Hollywood Con Queen 1:14:30

4M ago1:14:30

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It all started with a phone call. A photographer in Colorado received an offer from a well-known Hollywood producer. She said she needed photos taken in Jakarta, Indonesia, for a Netflix pitch. The contract looked real. The emails were official. He was even reimbursed — or so he thought. The photographer paid for flights, hotels, and drivers, expec…

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Le Corbusier | How This Architect Changed City Life Forever 1:10:09

4M ago1:10:09

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When you look around your city today, you might notice that a lot of buildings look the same. Fast food restaurants, apartments, and office parks often blend together. One man played a significant role in initiating this trend. His name was Le Corbusier. He was an architect with grand ideas about how cities should be designed. Some people love what…

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Rosie Ruiz | How to Win the Boston Marathon: Cheat 58:17

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In 1980, Rosie Ruiz crossed the Boston Marathon finish line with a smile and a medal. She had just posted one of the fastest female marathon times ever. Cameras flashed. Reporters asked questions. But within days, the truth came out—Rosie Ruiz had cheated. This is the strange and unforgettable story of how Rosie Ruiz became a marathon “winner” with…

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Third Wave | Teacher Accidentally Starts a Fascist Cult 51:37

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Ron Jones was a fun and popular history teacher at Cubberley High School. One day, a student asked him how people in Germany could follow someone like Hitler. Ron wanted to answer that question through a Social Experiment. He set simple rules. Students had to greet him in a special way, sit quietly, and ask questions using three words or fewer. Jon…

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Dr. Bronner | This Man Turned Soap Into a Cult? 49:39

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Soap may seem like an everyday item, but Dr. Bronner showed us it can carry powerful messages. Using his soapbox—literally standing on it to speak to crowds—he shared important lessons about life and caring for the planet... Maybe... Things I Learned Last Night is an educational comedy podcast where best friends Jaron Myers and Tim Stone talk about…

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How Vladimir Putin Took Power (and Never Let Go) 56:28

5M ago56:28

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Many people know Vladimir Putin as Russia's leader, but not everyone knows how he became so powerful. We must look at Vladimir Putin's journey to truly understand Russia today. This story shows how one person can change an entire country. No one knows what Putin plans next, but he has said clearly that he has no plans to step down or choose someone…

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Uri Geller | This Magician Fooled the CIA 52:00

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Uri Geller was born in 1946 in Tel Aviv, Israel. He said he saw a strange, shiny disc in the sky as a child, and he believed this event gave him psychic powers. Soon, Uri began performing amazing acts like bending metal objects and reading people's minds. He quickly became known as the magician who could bend spoons with his thoughts. Uri Geller’s …

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Harold Von Braunhut | How This Man Scammed Kids With His Sea Monkeys 54:33

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Have you ever heard about the sea monkeys? You might think they're magical pets, but they're tiny shrimp! Harold Von Braunhut was the man behind this clever idea. He sold sea monkeys to children in comic books, making kids think these creatures could dance or play baseball. Sea monkeys are really just brine shrimp—very tiny and simple creatures. Bu…

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Lou Pearlman | He SCAMMED the Backstreet Boys and NSYNC 1:22:11

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The Yellow Deli | The Truth About the Yellow Deli Cult 1:12:23

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Velocity Gnome | The Prank That Lasted 3 Years 1:21:05

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Henry Davis | But I Am Telling You Right Now This Man Is Not Real 48:02

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Balloon Boy | This Kid Got Stuck in a Balloon 1:26:29

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Phoenix Jones | Seattle's Real Life Superhero EXPOSED 1:12:31

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Elmer McCurdy | Real Dead Guy Found on TV Show Set 1:05:08

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Pepsi Jet | Pepsi’s $37 Million Bet, It Almost Backfired 1:01:15

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Hitchbot | The Robot That Died Trying to Make Friends 45:46

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Zheng He | Did China Almost Rule the World? 55:58

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Conan vs Leno: The Tonight Show Fight 1:30:34

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Alfred Packer Ate Five Guys, No Burgers 1:18:47

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The Cadaver Synod | He Put a Dead Pope on Trial 1:11:52

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McDonald’s Monopoly - The One That Jaron Doesn't Want to Do 1:27:51

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Justin Posey | Tech Genius Starts Massive New Treasure Hunt 49:04

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Forrest Fenn and His Deadly Treasure Hunt 1:09:06

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Joy Milne | The Woman Who Can Smell Parkinson’s 43:14

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Who Was the Hollywood Con Queen 1:14:30

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Le Corbusier | How This Architect Changed City Life Forever 1:10:09

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Rosie Ruiz | How to Win the Boston Marathon: Cheat 58:17

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Third Wave | Teacher Accidentally Starts a Fascist Cult 51:37

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Dr. Bronner | This Man Turned Soap Into a Cult? 49:39

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How Vladimir Putin Took Power (and Never Let Go) 56:28

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Uri Geller | This Magician Fooled the CIA 52:00

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Harold Von Braunhut | How This Man Scammed Kids With His Sea Monkeys 54:33