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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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The Received Wisdom

Shobita Parthasarathy & Jack Stilgoe

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Are robots racist? Should we regulate gene editing? Have people stopped trusting experts? Does scientific research make the world a more unequal place? The Received Wisdom is a podcast about how to realize the potential of science and technology by challenging the received wisdom. Join Shobita and Jack as they talk to thinkers and doers from around the world about governing science and technology to make the world a better place.
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Bird Is The Word | The Great Emu War 1:05:14

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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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John Wayne Gacy | Clowning Around 1:42:38

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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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Christopher Brown, author, "A Natural History of Empty Lots" from Oct 21, 2024

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Christopher Brown, author, “A Natural History of Empty Lots” Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Christopher Brown" [0:04:42] - "Mark's comments" [0:46:16] Hurst & Ottsc - "I Won't Google That" [0:54:19]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/145230By Mark Hurst and WFMU
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The Casket Girls | What's In The Box 1:05:16

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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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Trick or Treat | The History of Halloween 1:26:30

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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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Waverly Hills 1:06:31

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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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The Greada Treaty | Take Me To Your Leader 1:14:07

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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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Halflings | From Folklore to Fantasy 1:02:42

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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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Heaven's Gate | The Final Countdown 1:29:44

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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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HH Holmes | America's First Serial Killer 56:12

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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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Carl Öhman, author, "The Afterlife of Data" from Sep 2, 2024

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Carl Öhman, author, "The Afterlife of Data: What Happens to Your Information When You Die and Why You Should Care" Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Carl Öhman" [0:05:18] - "Mark's comments" [0:42:37] Lulu Lewis - "Destroy All Data" [0:53:49]https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/143612…
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Interview with Medium Stacey Niedentohl 56:28

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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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Guest host Alan on Rancho Mastatal from Aug 26, 2024

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Music behind DJ: Rancho Mastatal [www.ranchomastatal.com] [0:00:00] Music behind DJ: - Appropriate Technology [https://ranchomastatal.com/appropriate-technology] [0:08:50] Music behind DJ: - Building with Earth [https://ranchomastatal.com/earth-building-intensive] [0:14:50] Music behind DJ: - El Pueblo De Mastatal [https://ranchomastatal.com/people…
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The Flatwoods Monster 52:20

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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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Divine | The Mother God Cult 1:04:48

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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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Google antitrust decision party from Aug 12, 2024

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Google antitrust decision party: celebrating the DOJ's win over the monopoly Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - "Mark's comments" JARC - "Move On Up" [0:22:54] Pookiesnackenburger - "Just One Cornetto" [0:22:41] Har-You Percussion Group - "Welcome to the Party" [0:22:27] Hot 8 Brass Band - "shake your body (down to the ground)" [0:34:39] - "Hampsterd…
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Jon Leidecker, aka Wobbly, on Negativland and fair use from Aug 5, 2024

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Jon Leidecker, aka Wobbly, on Negativland and fair use Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - Machinarium Soundtrack - "Mark's intro" Negativland - "Don't Don't Get Freaked Out" - The World Will Decide [0:05:56] - "Interview with Jon Leidecker" [0:08:55] - "Mark's comments" [0:47:28] Wobbly - "Every Piano" - Popular Monitress [0:53:08]https://www.wfmu.or…
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Yall Need...Satan? | The Satanic Temple 1:22:46

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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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Tech and the sandwich generation from Jul 29, 2024

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Tech and the sandwich generation: protecting elders and kids from predatory Big Tech companies Tomaš Dvořák - "Game Boy Tune" - Machinarium Soundtrack Music behind DJ: - "Caring for elders w/tech" Plone - "Plock" - Plock [thanks to DJ Monica] [0:33:16] Music behind DJ: - "Caring for kids w/tech" [0:34:08] The Bo-Keys (featuring Percy Wiggins) - "St…
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