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Kick back with us as we dive into the dark, mischievous legend of Krampus, the festive anti-Santa whoâs 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 youâre sipping eggnog or hiding from Krampusâ switch, join us for a chill conversation full of lore, laughs, and a few surprises. Youâll never look at December the same way again.
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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 decorate trees, exchange gifts, or celebrate with feasts?
Join us as we trace these traditions back to their roots and reveal how they were adapted into Christian practices over centuries. Whether youâre a history buff, a holiday enthusiast, or just as fed up with the holidays as our own resident Grinch, Ashley, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on the season of joy.
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We are back with a Weird News edition of Weirdwide!
Looking at some of the weirdest nonsense to happen recently, from The Onion buying InfoWars, aliens in the water, Ashley discovering the Norwegian Black Metal controversies, and more!
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In 1932, Australia declared warânot 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 origins of this peculiar conflict, the tactics (and mishaps) of the emu "battles," and the unexpected outcomes. Was it a victory for the emus? And what lessons, if any, can we take from this feathered fiasco?
Join us for a fascinating and funny look at one of history's quirkiest wars.
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In this chilling episode, we dive into the dark, twisted world of John Wayne Gacy, one of Americaâs most infamous serial killers.
Known as the âKiller Clown,â Gacy led a double life as a well-liked community member in Chicago while hiding horrifying secrets in his basement. Weâll explore his background, his descent into violence, and the disturbing details of his crimes.
This episode is a journey into the psychology of a man who turned the American dream into a nightmare.
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This week your favorite weirdos are getting pervy, we're doing one of the interwebs' new favorite challenges, Hear Me Out.
Usually there's a cake involved but we didn't bring a cake. Instead, we each take turns showcasing some of the weirdest people/characters/monsters that we would...get weird with!
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It is time for another Beyond Weird edition of Weirdwide!
Bloopers, behind the scenes and things left on the cutting room floor, get ready for all the on-the-mic chaos and random nonsense your favorite weirdos come off with!
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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 chestsâor casketsâgiving 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 sinister?
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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 Saintsâ Day.
Weâll explore how Halloween crossed the Atlantic, evolving into the fun-filled, spooky celebration we know today in the United States, complete with costumes, trick-or-treating, and haunted attractions.
Join us for a journey through centuries of folklore, traditions, and the fascinating ways Halloween continues to captivate the world.
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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 paranormal phenomena. Weâll explore the hospital's dark past, from the grim "Death Tunnel" to the haunting encounters reported by visitors and ghost hunters alike.
Is it truly one of the most haunted places in the world, or just a monument to tragedy? Tune in to find out!
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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 rumors? Or is it just a wild conspiracy theory that has captured imaginations for decades?
Join us as we explore the origins of the Greada Treaty legend, its connection to President Dwight Eisenhower, and the broader cultural implications of these claims.
Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that questions the boundaries of secrecy, government dealings, and our place in the universe. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode is sure to make you think twice about what might be hiding behind the scenes.
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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 our favorite fictional halflings!
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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 followers to take their own lives in 1997, believing they would board an extraterrestrial spacecraft hidden behind the Hale-Bopp comet.
Join us as we journey through one of the most bizarre and haunting chapters in modern cult history, uncovering the powerful blend of technology, faith, and fear that ultimately led to a tragic end.
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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 carried out his gruesome deeds.
We explore his early life, the creation of his sinister hotel, and the twisted mind behind one of the most horrifying crime sprees in American history. Tune in as we unravel the dark legacy of a man who used charm and deceit to conceal a heart of pure evil.
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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!
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In this chilling episode, your favorite weirdos dive into one of West Virginia's most mysterious and terrifying legendsâthe 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 something even more sinister?
Join us as we explore the eyewitness accounts, the media frenzy, and our own theorieson what happened that night.
Get ready for a spine-tingling journey into the unknown as we uncover the truth behind the Flatwoods Monster.
Tune in, if you dare!
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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 health deteriorated and her followers grew more fanatical.
Join us as we uncover the shocking truths behind Mother God and the tragic end of her cult.
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Welcome to our first Beyond Weird edition of Weirdwide! Instead of a regular episode we're peaking under the curtain a bit, bloopers and mistakes, random rants and tangents, and more from the Weirdoverse cutting room floor!
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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 for religious freedom, separation of church and state, and social justice.
Whether you're intrigued, skeptical, or just curious, this episode promises an enlightening conversation about a misunderstood movement.
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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, and supposedly whisper to him.
Mordrake, while probably not a real person, may have been inspired by real life cases of conjoined twins throughout history. Today we're diving into the legend and some of the confirmed real life historical conjoined twins!
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