Podcast
What About Weird
Hosted by What About Weird · EN
Join two friends on a journey to talk about all things weird. From UFOs and cryptids to weird science and unhinged history, we have you covered.
20episodes
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Ancient Megafauna Pt 2
1w ago00:57:23Tap to summarizeA long long time ago (but not all that far away) there were beasts of great sizes that roamed the earth, skies, and seas. Today, joined by a grumpy old dog and a group of very happy birds, we discuss some of these marvelous extinct beings.We bring you the hell pig who once terrorized the land, a real life kraken deep in the depths of the ocean, and a massive aerial insect who came long before birds and bats even existed.If you have any topic suggestions or personal weird stories, please DM us on Instagram or BlueSky or send us an email at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!
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Ancient Megafauna Pt 1 (Re-release)
1w ago00:35:11Tap to summarizeThis week we're serving up a re-release of three extinct creatures: a massive ancient shark, a sloth as big as an elephant, and an eagle that could (and likely used to) hunt humans. If you have a topic suggestion or personal weird story please DM us on Instagram or BlueSky or email us at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com Don't forget to follow us on social media and wherever you listen to podcasts Thank you for listening!
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The Boohag
2w ago00:48:12Tap to summarizeThis week we talk about one our our favorite creatures from southern folklore, the Boohag. But the twist is, we have no notes! We talk about the Gullah people, cultural exchange and southern food. We once again bring up haint blue but this time we talk about the cultural origins of it. And we cant forget talking about how history overlooks and rewrites the power of people who are not in control. If you have a topic suggestion or personal weird story please DM us on Instagram or BlueSky or email us at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com Don't forget to follow us on social media and wherever you listen to podcasts. Thank you for listening!
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Real Weird Government Projects Pt 2
3w ago00:52:56Tap to summarizeYou asked and we delivered! Welcome to real weird government projects Pt 2 where we stress over the wacky and problematic past of the US government. Does the US government have the power to change your sexuality? Have they been using the birds and the bees to spy on everyone? Learn with us as we explore 4 government projects of the past that raise the question "what the heck?!" If you have a personal weird story or topic suggestion please DM us on Instagram or Bluesky or email us at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com Don't forget to follow us wherever you listen to podcasts Thank you for listening!
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Weird Laws Pt 1 (Re-release)
Jul 400:37:22Tap to summarize(Re-Release!) Your two favorite hosts take turns laughing hysterically at some weird laws in their home states, as well exploring a few strange laws in other US states. Update on the dog catcher law in CO, they don't actually serve the notice to the dog, they just have to post a notice of their intent to impound the dog including a picture at the animal shelter for at least 3 days before they can actually impound the dog. But it sure would make it even more funny if they were out there notifying the dogs. If you have any paranormal, UFO, or cryptid stories or would just like to share some strange facts please send us an email at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com Thank you!
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Dr. Alan Hart
Jun 2800:32:35Tap to summarizeHappy Pride month to all of our favorite weirdos! Today we are discussing the influential and inspiring life of Dr. Alan Hart, an inspiring American physician and radiologist who shaped the medical community forever. Dr. Hart experienced an immense amount of discrimination for his identity, but he never gave up on his goals and never compromised who he was. We hope his ferocity and determination motivate those who listen to carve their own path in life. If you have a personal weird story or topic suggestion, please DM us on Instagram or BlueSky or you can send us an email at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com Don't forget to follow us on socials and wherever you listen to podcastsThank you for listening!
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Superstitions with Greg and Dan
Jun 2101:05:53Tap to summarizeYou better go knock on wood and hope we don't jinx you because this week we are talking about superstitions. Our lovely friends of the podcast Greg's Cryptid Corner join us for a fascinating discussion about the deeper meaning behind superstitions. We play a round of hoax or believe the folks, discuss some personal superstitions, and talk a fair amount about mental health and how it relates to superstition. We learn about the etymology of the word superstition, living with OCD and how it may relate, and how to help your favorite sports team win.WARNING do not test stepping on a crack to break your mother's back, she won't be very happy if it worksGo show some love to Greg's Cryptid Corner wherever you listen to podcasts! (If you don't, it may be seven years of bad luck) If you have a personal weird story or topic suggestion, please DM us on Instagram or BlueSky or send us an email at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com Don't forget to follow us on social media and on the podcasting platform of your choice. Thank you for listening!
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The Green Children of Woolpit
Jun 1400:25:43Tap to summarizeThis week we go back in time to discuss the case of the green children of Woolpit. We learn about the town, wolf pits, medical history, and two kids who really love beans. Was it just a folk story? Or is it a historic event explained by medical science? Could they have been fae? Or maybe they were beings from a Christian town in Hollow Earth... Take a shot every time we say crotch goblin in the first 10 minutes (warning: you may get alcohol poisoning). If you have a personal weird story or topic suggestion please DM us on Instagram or BlueSky or send us an email at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com Don't forget to follow us wherever you listen to podcasts. Thank you for listening!
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Psychoactive Animals
Jun 100:45:55Tap to summarizeThis week is the (sort of) part 2 to last weeks episode. This episode is for scientific curiosity. This time we talk all about animals with poison and venom that affect the brain in weird and wacky ways. We learn the difference between poison and venom. We talk about the effects of them on humans and learn about one of the worst dads in science.If you have a topic suggestion or a personal weird story, please DM us on Instagram or BlueSky or email us at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com. We love hearing from our listeners. Don't forget to follow the podcast wherever you listen and check out our Instagram where we share pictures related to the episodes. Thank you for listening!
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Psychoactive Plants
May 2400:56:45Tap to summarizeAn episode for the scientifically curious (or maybe the slightly devious). Today we dive into psychoactive plants! We discover many of the compounds that make these plants psychoactive and how they function in the body. Then we dive into two specific psychoactive plants and get a little goofy as we read a "bad trip" story from a an unfortunate person who decided to eat the wrong kind of greens... If you have a personal weird story or topic suggestion please DM us on Instagram or BlueSky or send us an email at whataboutweirdpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!
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