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Weirdwide

JD Ross, Bethany Geiger, & Ashley Shew

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The world is freakin' weird, man...let's talk about it! Hosts JD Ross, Bethany Geiger, & Ashley Shew bring you all the weirdest, strangest, and dumbest stories this realm of existence has to offer! Little green men from outer space and monsters, true crime and the coming apocalypse, and everything in between! Weirdwide brings you all the weird, all the time!
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Well, we have managed to finally put 2024 to bed, yet we live only to face a new nightmare...2025. So, your favorite weirdos are coming at you with a very laid back, unscripted and unplanned, no holds barred special, where we let our random nonsense lead the way. We close out 2024 by asking the important questions like is water smart? How much is "…
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It is that strange, surreal time of year, between Christmas and New Years that just seems totally off. Time means nothing. The rules are at their most flexible. Never a better time for a Beyond Weird episode. Bloopers and bits from the cutting room floor, these are some of the conversations that didn't make the cut, a perfect helping of randomness …
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Kick back with us as we dive into the dark, mischievous legend of Krampus, the festive anti-Santa who’s been terrifying naughty kids for centuries. In this laid-back episode, we explore the roots of this horned holiday icon, from Alpine folklore to his modern-day resurgence in pop culture. Whether you’re sipping eggnog or hiding from Krampus’ switc…
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In this episode, your favorite weirdos dive into the ancient origins of Christmas traditions and uncover the surprising ways pagan festivals influenced the holiday we know today. From the feasts of Saturnalia in Rome to the Norse celebration of Yule, we explore the rituals, symbols, and festivities that shaped modern Christmas customs. Why do we de…
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In 1932, Australia declared war—not on a neighboring nation, but on an army of flightless birds. The Great Emu War stands as one of history's most bizarre military campaigns, pitting the Australian government and its soldiers against a horde of crafty, unstoppable emus wreaking havoc on farmland. In this episode, your favorite weirdos dive into the…
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In this chilling episode, we dive into the dark, twisted world of John Wayne Gacy, one of America’s most infamous serial killers. Known as the “Killer Clown,” Gacy led a double life as a well-liked community member in Chicago while hiding horrifying secrets in his basement. We’ll explore his background, his descent into violence, and the disturbing…
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In this episode, we delve into the eerie legend of the Casket Girls of New Orleans. These young French women arrived in the city during the 18th century, their mysterious wooden chests—or caskets—giving rise to dark rumors of vampirism and the supernatural. Were they simple brides-to-be, or did their arrival mark the beginning of something more sin…
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In this episode, we take a deep dive into the origins and evolution of Halloween, tracing its roots back to ancient Celtic traditions and the festival of Samhain. Learn how this pagan celebration, marking the end of the harvest season, transformed through the ages as it merged with Roman rituals and Christian holidays like All Saints’ Day. We’ll ex…
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Today Weirdtober begins! In this chilling episode, we dive deep into the eerie history of Waverly Hills Sanatorium, one of America's most infamous haunted locations. Once a state-of-the-art tuberculosis hospital in the early 1900s, Waverly Hills saw thousands of deaths within its walls, leading to countless stories of restless spirits and paranorma…
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In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most mysterious and controversial topics in UFO lore: the Greada Treaty. Allegedly signed between the U.S. government and extraterrestrial beings in the 1950s, this supposed secret agreement granted aliens permission to abduct humans in exchange for advanced technology. But is there any truth behind the…
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Po Tay Toes! This week your favorite weirdos dive into the mysterious world of Halflings, tiny creatures of folklore & myth! Exploring several kinds of halflings, and through a modern lens speculate about the possible real world physical deformities that could have inspired such legend! And of course letting the nerd flag fly looking over some of o…
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It is Kool-aid time again, Weirdos! In this gripping episode, we delve into the enigmatic and tragic story of the Heaven's Gate cult, a group that believed in leaving Earth behind to ascend to a higher existence. We explore the origins of this UFO religion, its charismatic leaders Marshall Applewhite and BonnieNettles, and the path that led 39 foll…
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This week your favorite weirdos get old timey macabre! In this episode, we delve into the chilling story of H.H. Holmes, America's first documented serial killer. Known as the "Master of the Murder Castle," Holmes built a labyrinthine hotel in Chicago during the 1893 World's Fair, designed with traps, secret passages, and soundproof rooms where he …
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We are joined by a special guest this week! Author, Evidential Medium, & Spiritual Healer Stacey Niedentohl joins JD & Ashley at Weirdo HQ! Stacey shares with us some of her experiences channeling the other side, how she first came to understand her gift, and some of her more intense stories, then finishes with an Oracle Tarot reading for JD! Check…
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In this chilling episode, your favorite weirdos dive into one of West Virginia's most mysterious and terrifying legends—the Flatwoods Monster. On a fateful September evening in 1952, a small town was forever changed when residents encountered a creature unlike anything they'd ever seen. Was it an alien visitor, a strange atmospheric phenomenon, or …
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Get the Kool-aid ready because it's time to get our cult on! This week your favorite weirdos dive into the enigmatic and controversial world of Amy Carlson, better known as "Mother God," the self-proclaimed deity who led the Love Has Won cult. Exploring the origins of this bizarre movement, its teachings, and the dark turn it took as Mother God's h…
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The devil is in the details! In this episode, your favorite weirdos dive into the world of the Satanic Temple, an organization that often sparks curiosity and controversy. Join us as we explore the true beliefs and principles of the Satanic Temple, debunking common misconceptions and myths. We'll discuss their activism efforts, including their work…
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Talk about eyes in the back of your head! Today your favorite weirdos are blurring the lines between real and fake, with the legend of Edward Mordrake. A British urban legend, Mordrake was said to be a dashingly handsome nobleman, who just happened to have one very distinguishing feature; a face on the back of his head that could cry, smile, laugh,…
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It is true crime time again! This week we are covering The Grandfather of Gore, The Plainfield Ghoul, The Butcher of Plainfield himself, Ed Gein! The monster who's real life exploits inspired some of the horror genre's most iconic killers, Ed was just a normal, if slightly slower local in Plainsfield, Wisconsin, until his gruesome crimes were disco…
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