The Great Weird Outdoors

The conversation delves into the mystery of wilderness sounds and the limits of human perception in the wilderness. It explores various phenomena such as the Great Smoky Mountains, the invisible artillery of the East Coast, the Bell Island booms, the world beyond human hearing, and the strange sounds of nothing. Each chapter uncovers the enigmatic nature of these sounds and the unexplained experie...

The Great Weird Outdoors Podcast explores the discovery of strange objects in the wilderness, each with its own mysterious story. From abandoned camps to hidden artifacts, the wilderness holds evidence of human presence and experiences. The podcast delves into the fascination with these discoveries and the questions they provoke. Takeaways Mysterious objects in the wilderness provoke curiosity and...

The episode delves into the intriguing world of wilderness messages, exploring cryptic notes, trail registers, enigmatic inscriptions, lost messages, and mysterious notes found in ancient sites and remote locations. It also covers the significance of messages in bottles and the power of deliberately leaving messages behind in the wilderness. The exploration of these messages reveals the hidden his...

The Great Weird Outdoors explores the mysteries and folklore of the wilderness, from giant birds to winged humanoids, and ancient petroglyphs. It emphasizes the sense of wonder and mystery in the natural world, inviting listeners to explore extraordinary landscapes and experience the unexplained. Takeaways Mystery and wonder in the wilderness Exploring extraordinary landscapes Chapters 00:00 The G...

The podcast delves into the mysterious world of treasure hunting, exploring the enigma of unfound treasures, the legend of Montezuma's lost treasure, the Grand Canyon Forbidden Caverns, the legend of lost Confederate gold, and the persistence of treasure legends. Each chapter uncovers the allure and intrigue of these timeless tales, inviting listeners to explore the wilderness and discover the sto...

The Great Weird Outdoors podcast explores the mysterious and forgotten places in the wild, delving into the stories and history of cabins, fire lookouts, and homesteads. Host Jeremy shares personal experiences and folklore, highlighting the significance of these places and the impact of isolation and solitude in the wilderness. Takeaways Cabin personalities The significance of forgotten places in...

Every camper has heard it. The fire has burned down. The tent is zipped shut. The forest has gone quiet… Crunch. Something is outside. In this episode of The Great Weird Outdoors , we explore the strange sounds, eerie encounters, and campfire legends that have unsettled campers for generations. From curious bears and clever raccoons to screaming mountain lions, mysterious footsteps, Bigfoot, and t...

🎙️ GWO Episode 7: Summer Weird Radio | Weather Weirdness Weather isn’t just something you check on your phone before heading out the door. If you’ve spent enough time in the woods, you know it has a personality all its own. In this episode of The Great Weird Outdoors , we’re chasing storms across America as we explore weather folklore, deadly lightning, flash floods, hurricanes, Arizona monsoons,...

Weird Summer Radio - Episode 2 Tonight we’re chasing mysteries down forgotten highways and lonely backroads. We’ll visit Arizona’s famous “Thing,” wander through Atlanta’s eerie Doll’s Head Trail, and encounter a phantom hitchhiker who may still be walking the roads of Gary, Indiana decades after her death. So grab a cold drink, settle into your favorite chair, and join me for another evening of s...

Summer Weird Radio returns with our first installment of a seasonal journey into the strange stories, warnings, folklore, and legends that have followed generations of people through the summer months. In this episode, we explore some of the classic tales many of us heard growing up: blood-sucking leeches lurking in muddy ponds, snakes falling from overhanging branches, giant fish hiding beneath s...

In this episode, we head into the wild heart of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests of eastern Arizona. Towering ponderosa forests, volcanic mountains, hidden lakes, burned-over ghost landscapes, remote trails, old ranger stories, strange encounters, and the lingering feeling that these woods hold more than they reveal. From the rugged White Mountains to the lonely reaches of the Blue Range, th...

Great Weird Outdoors Radio returns with Episode 3: Vanished Trails & Thin Places 🌲📻 Tonight we head deep into the uneasy intersection of wilderness, mystery, and disappearance. First, a roundup of recent outdoor news from America’s public lands, including deadly falls at Zion National Park and a fatal bear encounter in Glacier National Park. Then we dive into the strange disappearance of Mon...

The episode delves into the history and legends of Lake Lanier, exploring its creation, features, and the associated cursed reputation. It also discusses the tragic past, racism, and the unresolved mysteries that contribute to the lake's haunted reputation. Takeaways Lake Lanier's history is filled with legends, lore, and tragedy The lake's cursed reputation is associated with unresolved grief and...

Episode 1 — “Welcome to The Great Weird Outdoors” This is where it begins. In the first episode of The Great Weird Outdoors , I introduce who I am, why I built this project, and what draws me to the strange side of the wilderness. From years spent hiking, working, and living in the outdoors, I’ve learned that not every experience out there fits neatly into a guidebook. Then we head into South Caro...