Best Strange Amp Bizarre Podcasts (2025)

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#117 "Creatures of Tennessee" with Harley Owens 1:12:22

15h ago1:12:22

1:12:22

Join Shayn & Orin with guest Harley Owens (Bigfoot Reports & Data) as we dig into his encounters with bigfoot in East Tennessee. Along with all the other high strangeness that's followed such as 3-toed tracks & dogman. All this and more on the 117th episode of "Bizarre Encounters with Shayn & Orin". Don't forget to like, follow, share, & review. We…

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133 | Pt1 | Palmyra Atoll and the Sea Wind Murders: Meet the Grahams 49:24

3d ago49:24

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Time to set sail for True Crime Madness! Join us as we begin our journey towards the Palmyra Atoll Murders, aka 'the Sea Wind Murders.' In part one, "Meet the Grahams" we lay the groundwork for four of the main characters in the series and do our absolute best to explain the critical importance of materials science and going to court in order to sa…

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271# The Egg in the Ice | Secrets of an Ancient Being 1:36:06

8d ago1:36:06

1:36:06

271# The Egg in the Ice | Secrets of an Ancient Being In early 2025, a whistleblower on 4chan shared a sensational story: a team operating near the Transantarctic Mountains allegedly discovered a massive metallic egg-shaped object buried beneath the ice. Inside was a humanoid entity in a dormant but preserved state. After recovery and containment a…

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132 | Live Paranormal Calls, Cryptid Sightings and Deathbed Confessions via Beer, Boos & Boogeymen 54:53

10d ago54:53

54:53

From Jackalope sightings to deathbed confessions, this is a collection of some of Joey and Gil's favorite live calls on ⁨Beer, Boos, and Boogeymen. These live call-ins feature cryptid sightings, ghost stories, and unsettling deathbed confessions. In this episode, we take listener call-ins and hear their real experiences with mythical creatures like…

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Britain’s Most Chilling Familicide 23:43

11d ago23:43

23:43

In this chilling episode of True Crime Britain, we uncover the haunting case of Christopher Foster—a British millionaire whose lavish lifestyle masked a deadly secret. On a quiet summer night in 2008, the idyllic village of Maesbrook, Shropshire, was rocked by an unimaginable tragedy. Foster, facing financial ruin, shot his wife and teenage daughte…

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The Day Innocence Died: What the CCTV Footage Didn’t Show 28:54

11d ago28:54

28:54

Watchers or Witnesses? The 38 Who Saw and Walked Away The shocking murder of James Bulger, a two-year-old abducted from a UK shopping center and brutally killed by ten-year-old boys Robert Thompson and Jon Venables, became one of the most shocking crimes in British history. In this true crime Britain podcast, we examine the events through expert an…

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It's Time to Get Your Dancing Shoes (and Climbing Gear?) with Mimi Zieman 1:03:39

12d ago1:03:39

1:03:39

Featured : MIMI ZIEMAN, Tap Dancing on EverestWe humans are a risky bunch. It seems part of our make-up, or at least the make up of one small expedition of four climbers. Their mission: attempt a new route on the East Face of Mt. Everest, considered the most remote and dangerous side of the mountain, summitted only once before. That’s not all, thou…

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#116 The D.B. Cooper Hijack Mystery 1:25:19

15d ago1:25:19

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Join Shayn & Orin as we dive into the D.B. Cooper Hijacking along with the mysteries & conspiracies that surround it. All this and more on the 116th episode of "Bizarre Encounters with Shayn & Orin". Don't forget to like, follow, share, & review. We appreciate it! . . Social Media/Email/Donate/Merch/Patreon http://linktr.ee/bizarreencounters . . RE…

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270# Alabama’s UFO Secret | Truth in the Tin Suit 1:15:29

15d ago1:15:29

1:15:29

270# Alabama’s UFO Secret | Truth in the Tin Suit The Falkville Metal Man incident, which occurred on October 17, 1973, in Falkville, Alabama, remains one of the more controversial UFO encounters in American history. The event involved Police Chief Jeff Greenhaw, who reported encountering and photographing a humanoid figure clad in a reflective, me…

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It's a long way down with Matthew Gavin Frank and Submersed 22:57

15d ago22:57

22:57

An exquisite, lyrical foray into the world of deep-sea divers, the obsession and madness that oceans inspire in us, and the story of submarine inventor Peter Madsen's murder of journalist Kim Wall—a captivating blend of literary prose, science writing, and true crime. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://brandyschillace.com/peculiar/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Newsle…

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131 | The Curse of Palmyra Atoll: Prologue to Sea Wind Murders 47:30

17d ago47:30

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In this episode, we explore the eerie history of Palmyra Atoll, a remote island steeped in tales of shipwrecks, pirate legends, and unexplained disappearances. After touching on the island's geological features, we dig into the story of the pirate ship La Esperanza and the island's dark reputation, as well as a series of mysterious murders and the …

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S1E3 Narcissists in the Pulpit. A look at the "God Told Me" Complex 57:18

22d ago57:18

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In this episode, we unpack the dangerous blend of narcissism and spiritual authority often found in evangelical pulpits. What happens when a leader claims divine direction to justify control, manipulation, or abuse? We explore the “God told me” complex—how it silences dissent, elevates ego, and blurs the line between faith and fanaticism. Drawing f…

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#115 The Nain Rouge Legend of Detroit 1:08:27

22d ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Join Shayn & Orin as we dive into some of Michigan's folklore with "The Nain Rogue Legend of Detroit". All this and more on the 115th episode of "Bizarre Encounters with Shayn & Orin". Don't forget to like, follow, share, & review. We appreciate it! . . Social Media/Email/Donate/Merch/Patreon http://linktr.ee/bizarreencounters . . REPORT AN ENCOUNT…

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269# The Kera UFO Incident of 1972 | A Close Encounter in Japan 1:27:26

22d ago1:27:26

1:27:26

269# The Kera UFO Incident of 1972 | A Close Encounter in Japan The Kera UFO Incident of 1972 remains one of Japan’s most perplexing and detailed UFO encounters, involving a group of junior high school students who not only witnessed but also reportedly captured a small, mysterious flying object. Beyond the initial reports, various theories and sim…

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The Backslider Diaries Season 1 Episode 2 1:03:22

23d ago1:03:22

1:03:22

In this episode of the Backslider Diaries, hosts T and J delve into their experiences growing up in a Pentecostal environment, exploring themes of religious trauma, purity culture, and the healing power of music. J discusses her deconstruction. They discuss the complexities of family dynamics, the journey of self-discovery, and the importance of qu…

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Come Dig Up Some Flora-Fossils with Riley Black and Bethany Brookshire 1:11:36

26d ago1:11:36

1:11:36

Featured: RILEY BLACK, When the Earth Was Green: Plants, Animals, and Evolution's Greatest RomanceA favorite author returns! Once again featuring the marvelous Riley Black, author of The Last Days of the Dinosaurs, whose latest book takes a long look at prehistoric plants! It’s so rare that we see this type of book, one that gives us the actual lan…

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The Backslider Diaries Season 1 Episode 1 1:06:34

27d ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Episode 1: Welcome to the Backslider Diaries In our very first episode, we introduce ourselves — two preacher’s kids who grew up deep in the world of Pentecostalism. We share our personal stories of faith, fear, and finally, freedom. From speaking in tongues to strict church rules, and the moments that made us question everything, this is the begin…

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We're all a buzz about The Fly (Peculiar Movie Club) 1:12:01

28d ago1:12:01

1:12:01

Welcome to the Peculiar Movie Club, a bonus podcast linked to our main show the Peculiar Book Club through common themes in media. This week, in honor of the book Humans: a Monstrous History, we are reviewing the classic monster movie from 1986 The Fly. Join Davey Berris and Darren Cross as they take a deep dive into this body horror classic. We'll…

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Full Moon, Sixth Sense and The Silo 45:40

28d ago45:40

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Bizarre Inquiries #22 "The Universe 25 Experiment, Pope Prophecies, & Sperm Racing" 59:05

29d ago59:05

59:05

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/3GV_2LQ8C_w *Catch the show LIVE the 1st Thursday of every month @ 7:15pm EST* . Join Shayn & Orin as we discuss The Universe 25 Experiment, Pope Prophecies, & Sperm Racing. Thanks for checking out the 22nd episode of "Bizarre Inquiries". Don't forget to submit your own bizarre inquiry, clip, or article for us to …

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We're giving credit where credit is due with Allison Tyra and Uncredited 26:05

29d ago26:05

26:05

Uncredited proves that not only have there been hundreds of ground-breaking women in all professions, but that their accomplishments have been overlooked, denigrated, or downright repressed by their male colleagues or historians. Uncredited explores why women have not been properly acknowledged for their accomplishments, both historically and today…

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130 | The Trickster Element: Linking UFOs, High Strangeness & Bigfoot - w/ Paranorm Girl Podcast 1:35:36

30d ago1:35:36

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Masters of Chaos, "Tricksters," live across cultures and time, dancing along the fine line between ancient mythology and modern-day mysteries. These shape-shifting entities, from Anansi to Veles to Coyote, exist in the liminal space between science and superstition, folklore and fact. Join us for a chaotic collaboration as we dive deep into the wor…

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There are Monsters Among Us with Surekha Davies and HUMANS 1:03:44

1M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

Featuring : SUREKHA DAVIES, Humans: A Monstrous HistoryGuess what? We are featuring one of our own! Surekha Davis, long time peculiar, debuts a book on monsters. I mean on humans. Well. I mean both. Why do humans make monsters, and what do monsters tell us about humanity? Davies reveals how people have defined the human in relation to everything fr…

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129 | Circus Oddities and Sideshow Wonders: From The Lobster Boy to A Headless Chicken 1:12:25

1M ago1:12:25

1:12:25

Join Joey and Gil on an odd journey into the captivating world of circus and carnival sideshows, where oddities and marvels steal the spotlight. Listen in as we delve into the lives of iconic figures like Mike the Headless Chicken and The Lobster Boy, Grady Stiles Jr. as we explore their stories and the fascinating history that surrounds them. Disc…

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#114 The Coral Castle Mystery 1:20:51

1M ago1:20:51

1:20:51

Join Shayn & Orin as we dig into the Florida's bizarre story of "The Coral Castle Mystery". All this and more on the 114th episode of "Bizarre Encounters with Shayn & Orin". Don't forget to like, follow, share, & review. We appreciate it! . . Social Media/Email/Donate/Merch/Patreon http://linktr.ee/bizarreencounters . . REPORT AN ENCOUNTER bizarree…

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Lager, Legend, and the Last Stand: Raoul Moat & Gazza's Delusion 17:40

1M ago17:40

17:40

A manhunt grips the nation. A celebrity stumbles into the madness. This is Britain at its most bizarre. In July 2010, Raoul Moat launched a violent spree that left one man dead, a woman gravely injured, and a police officer blinded—triggering one of the largest manhunts in modern British history. But just when the standoff reached its peak, a surre…

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The Hungerford Massacre: The Day Britain Changed Its Gun Laws Forever 26:31

1M ago26:31

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On August 19th, 1987, the tranquil market town of Hungerford became the setting for one of the deadliest mass shootings in British history. In this gripping episode of Peculiar Britain, we explore the harrowing journey of Michael Ryan—from his troubled psyche and deadly arsenal to the town-wide rampage that claimed 16 innocent lives. We'll unravel …

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128 | Lumberton UFO Witness Accounts 18:16

1M ago18:16

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This week we dive into the restored audio of eyewitness accounts detailing the sightings of a mysterious triangular object in Lumberton, NC. The witnesses describe the object's shape, color, and movement, as well as their emotional reactions to the experience. Multiple accounts from different individuals highlight the shared nature of the sightings…

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#113 "Where the Footprints End" with Timothy Renner 1:19:16

1M ago1:19:16

1:19:16

Join Shayn & Orin with guest Timothy Renner (Strange Familiars Podcast/Author) as we dig into his book series "Where the Footprints End" and his most recent book covering the fascinating lives of hermits. All this and more on the 113th episode of "Bizarre Encounters with Shayn & Orin". Don't forget to like, follow, share, & review. We appreciate it…

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268# Framed The John Noster Case | With Special Guest John Noster 1:51:01

1M ago1:51:01

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268# Framed, The John Noster Case | With Special Guest John Noster A former accountant was sentenced to federal prison for possessing unregistered weapons and explosives. But to this day, he claims he was framed. He says the government targeted him. That the truth has never come out."

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Sheila Fox: The Girl Who Disappeared for Half a Century 21:58

2M ago21:58

21:58

A Coventry schoolgirl vanished into thin air in 1972—only to be found alive decades later, rewriting the rules of Britain’s cold case mysteries. In the gritty heart of 1972 Coventry, 16-year-old Sheila Fox stepped out of her terraced home on Gulson Road and into a void that would haunt West Midlands Police for over half a century. Her disappearance…

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#112 The 1964 Solway Firth Spaceman 1:07:14

2M ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Join Shayn & Orin as we dig into the strange photo and events around "The 1964 Solway Firth Spaceman". All this and more on the 112th episode of "Bizarre Encounters with Shayn & Orin". Don't forget to like, follow, share, & review. We appreciate it! . . Social Media/Email/Donate/Merch/Patreon http://linktr.ee/bizarreencounters . . REPORT AN ENCOUNT…

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We've got a long climb with Chuck Wendig and The Staircase in the Woods (Peculiar Mystery Club) 26:03

2M ago26:03

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A group of friends investigates the mystery of a strange staircase in the woods in this mesmerizing horror novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Accidents. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://brandyschillace.com/peculiar/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://eepurl.com/ixJJ2Y⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https…

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127 | Kidnapped by a Cryptid? El Pombero 1:45:06

2M ago1:45:06

1:45:06

This week we go deep into the figure of El Pombero, a creature deeply rooted in the folklore of Central South America, particularly among the Guarani people. The conversation explores the characteristics, cultural significance, and the beliefs surrounding El Pombero, as well as a real-life case involving the mysterious disappearance of a child name…

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Tobin: The Devil's Incarnate - Britain's Bloodiest Secret 15:38

2M ago15:38

15:38

You think you know darkness? Think again. Peter Tobin wasn't just a killer; he was a creeping shadow, a master of deception, and a predator whose depravity knew no bounds. His confirmed victims – Angelika Kluk, Vicky Hamilton, and Dinah McNicol – suffered fates that will haunt your nightmares. But the true horror lies in the chilling suspicion that…

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Mr. Kipper's Shadow: The Suzy Lamplugh Mystery 24:23

2M ago24:23

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In the heart of Fulham, a mystery lingers, cast by Mr. Kipper's shadow. July 1986: London. A young estate agent, Suzy Lamplugh, meets "Mr. Kipper" and vanishes. What began as a routine appointment spiralled into one of Britain's most baffling and disturbing missing person cases. "Mr. Kipper's Shadow" pulls back the curtain on this chilling mystery.…

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We're making a splash with Free Willy (Peculiar Movie Club) 1:16:14

2M ago1:16:14

1:16:14

Welcome to the Peculiar Movie Club, a bonus podcast linked to our main show the Peculiar Book Club through common themes in media. This week, in honor of the book The Killer Whale Journals, we are reviewing a movie from our childhoods, 1993's Free Willy. Join Davey Berris and Darren Cross as they take a deep dive into this childhood favorite. We'll…

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267# Pyramid Depths | Unraveling Giza’s Subterranean Secrets 1:18:56

2M ago1:18:56

1:18:56

267# Pyramid Depths | Unraveling Giza’s Subterranean Secrets In March 2025, a team of Italian and Scottish researchers, led by Corrado Malanga from the University of Pisa and Filippo Biondi from the University of Strathclyde, announced they had used Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology

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Bizarre Inquiries #21 "Declassified Nazi Documents, Pyramid Discoveries, & Telepathy Tapes" 1:15:21

2M ago1:15:21

1:15:21

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Oxhszplp1qM *Catch the show LIVE the 1st Thursday of every month @ 7:15pm EST* . Join Shayn & Orin as we discuss Declassified Nazi Documents, Pyramid Discoveries, & Telepathy Tapes. Thanks for checking out the 21st episode of "Bizarre Inquiries". Don't forget to submit your own bizarre inquiry, clip, or article fo…

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Britain’s Final Executioners 26:21

2M ago26:21

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In Peculiar Justice: Britain’s Final Executioners, we journey through the haunting final days of capital punishment in the UK. From wrongful hangings and crimes of passion to political reform and public outrage, we trace how cases like Derek Bentley, Ruth Ellis, and Timothy Evans ignited a national reckoning. This podcast brings together chilling c…

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We're having a sobering discussion with Abbi Waxman and One Death at a Time (Peculiar Mystery Club) 23:30

2M ago23:30

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When Julia Mann, a bad-tempered ex-actress and professional thorn in the side of authority, runs into Natasha Mason at an AA meeting, it’s anything but a meet-cute. Julia just found a dead body in her swimming pool, and the cops say she did it (she already went to jail for murder once, so now they think she’s making a habit of it). Mason is eager t…

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#111 Michigan Mysteries 1:16:34

2M ago1:16:34

1:16:34

Join Shayn & Orin as we dig into the first installment of Michigan Mysteries! This time around we cover strange creature sightings such as The Capac Porch Entity, The Clare County Deer Man, The Snow Snake, The Monroe Monster, The Bunny Man of Choat Road Woods, & The White Pellston Mothman. All this and more on the 111th episode of "Bizarre Encounte…

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126 | Pt3 | John R Brinkley From Charlatan to Prey 1:47:53

2M ago1:47:53

1:47:53

In part 3, we conclude our deep dive into the life and times of John Romulus Brinkley, a notorious medical charlatan known for his goat gland surgeries, and his rivalry with Morris Fishbine, a prominent figure in the American Medical Association. The discussion covers his rise and fall from fame, the legal battles he faced, the courtroom drama duri…

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Join Us for a "Killer" Show about WHALES! We're on the Seas with Hanne Strager 1:04:23

2M ago1:04:23

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Featuring : HANNE STRAGER, The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of OrcasORCA! It’s about time one of our Book Club shows featured these fascinating animals! When Hanne Strager, then an intrepid biology student, volunteered to be the cook on a small research vessel in Norway's Lofoten Islands, she couldn’t know the trip would launch a decade…

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Crocodile in the Harbour: Bristol’s Most Unbelievable Urban Legend 15:06

2M ago15:06

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A six-foot reptile, a viral tweet, and a city that leaned into the mystery. In 2014, a Bristol bus driver reported a crocodile swimming in the River Avon. Within hours, the story exploded across the city—sparking more sightings, unofficial warning signs, and even a film. But was there ever a croc... or just a log and a clever bit of myth-making? Th…

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Beast in the Woods: The Bristol Zoo Cryptid Mystery 16:18

2M ago16:18

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Was it a deer, a demon—or a devilishly clever stunt? When Bristol Zoo Project released night vision images of a “winged and horned” creature in October 2024, panic and intrigue spread like wildfire. Was this Britain’s next big cryptid—or just a cunning Halloween hoax? In this gripping episode of Peculiar Britain, we dissect the evidence, folklore, …

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#110 "Brewing High Strangeness" with Tom Thompson 1:17:24

2M ago1:17:24

1:17:24

Join Shayn & Orin with guest Tom Thompson (Strange Brew Podcast/The Raptilian) as we dig into conspiracies and theories, Ouija board experiences, Shadow People encounters, & uncovering the truth. All this and more on the 110th episode of "Bizarre Encounters with Shayn & Orin". Don't forget to like, follow, share, & review. We appreciate it! . . Tom…

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125 | Pt2 | Dr John Brinkley: Airwaves and Surgery 1:44:43

2M ago1:44:43

1:44:43

We continue our dive into the controversial life of Dr. John Brinkley, a figure who redefined fame and fortune through unconventional means. Known as a medical maverick (read as 'charlatan'), Brinkley became prominent with his infamous goat gland procedures, promising rejuvenation and vitality. Join us as we unravel the complexities of Brinkley's j…

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266# The Tunguska Event | A Deep Dive into the Siberian Mystery 1:40:17

2M ago1:40:17

1:40:17

266# The Tunguska Event | A Deep Dive into the Siberian Mystery the Tunguska Event, a massive explosion that rocked Siberia on June 30, 1908, and what it might mean for us today. This episode will cover what happe

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Knob & Folklore: The Curious Case of Lord Hereford’s Knob 17:44

2M ago17:44

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From post-punk ballads to poetic hallucinations—exploring the legendary landscape of Lord Hereford’s Knob. Lord Hereford’s Knob—also known by its Welsh name Twmpa—is more than just an eye-catching name. This episode dives deep into the wild tales, rich history, geological wonders, and pop culture nods surrounding this Welsh mountain. From its poeti…

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