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In this edition of AfterWyrd, Andy and Craig investigate a massive array of "Wyrd" news—from the highest reaches of the British Monarchy to the sugary depths of a log burner. We dive into the literal "rabbit hole" of Craig’s folklore library and ask: if the Duke of Edinburgh saw a Sasquatch, who are we to argue? The Wyrd News: Prince Philip’s Balmoral Sighting: Brian Blessed reveals that the Duke...

What if the future didn't just want to talk—it wanted to negotiate? In 1985, the Doddleston "Vertical Plane" didn't just stay open; it became a temporal battlefield. As the BBC Micro flickers back to life, Ken and Debbie find themselves caught between a 16th-century High Sheriff who wants to weaponise the "leems" and a cold, clinical group of "Time Monsters" known as 2109. In this concluding part...

What if the ghost in your house wasn’t a Victorian lady in white, but a Tudor farmer who thought you were the spirit? In 1984, Ken Webster brought a borrowed BBC Micro into his 16th-century cottage in Doddleston, Cheshire. He expected a bit of basic computing; he didn’t expect his kitchen table to become a doorway. We explore the baffling case of the "Lucas" messages—sprawling, archaic English app...

In this edition of AfterWyrd, Andy and Craig investigate a massive array of "Wyrd" news—from the liminal spaces of the hospital ward to the literal explosive hazards of antique collecting. We dive into a chilling listener account of "slithering" entities and ask: when the veil is thin, what exactly is looking back at us? The Wyrd News: Hospital Shadow People: A terrifying listener story from Rosie...

Is there a 35-acre secret city buried beneath the Wiltshire chalk? In the final chapter of our investigation into the Warminster Thing, Andy and Craig leave the studio behind and head into the field. Standing in the shadow of Cley Hill and the high-security gates of RAF Rudloe Manor, the Wyrdos uncover the most mind-bending secrets of the 1960s UFO flap. From interdimensional beings delivering doo...

Have you ever felt an invisible force pin you to the ground while the air around you began to vibrate? In this episode of Wyrd Wessex, Craig and Andy head back to Christmas 1964 to investigate the birth of the UK’s most prolific UFO hotspot. What started as a terrifying "sonic vibration" that shook the town of Warminster soon escalated into a decade-long saga of "flying trains," orange orbs, and s...

In this edition of AfterWyrd, Andy and Craig shake off a viral fugue state to investigate a massive array of "Wyrd" news—from secret global UFO arms races to the mysterious "Little People" of Yunnan. We dive into the science of the Lanmaoa asiatica. mushroom, which reportedly grants diners visions of tiny elf-like figures, and ask: is it a hallucination, or a window into another realm? Special Gue...

Have you ever received a phone call from someone who wasn't supposed to be there? In this episode of Wyrd Wessex, Craig and Andy dial into the unsettling world of Phone Calls from the Dead. We explore the groundbreaking research of D. Scott Rogo and Raymond Bayless, the men who literally wrote the book on phantom phone calls. From Thomas Edison’s secret "spirit phone" blueprints to modern-day text...

(This episode covers some disturbing material, so listener discretion is advised.) Join the Wyrdos as they kick off 2026 by delving into the latest high strangeness and unsettling news stories from the UK and beyond. From directed energy weapons to presidential "Disclosure" predictions,  Craig Brooks  and  Andy Stevens navigate the "trials and tribulations" of a new year. In This Ep...

In this episode, the Wyrdos welcome back modern-day explorer and Amazon bestselling author  Mike Ricksecker  for a mind-bending Part Two. We begin with a detour to the Giza Plateau to discuss startling new satellite scans and the potential discovery of the "Halls of Amenti," before deep-diving into the 600,000 square miles of high strangeness known as the  Alaska Triangle . Why have...

Fairies are often dismissed as Victorian folklore or Disney magic, but for over a century, the Cottingley Fairies have stood as one of the world's most debated supernatural mysteries. While many call it a childhood prank with paper cutouts, thousands of people are still reporting real fairy sightings today through the Fairy Census . Are these encounters just "tricks of the light," or are we glimps...

In this episode, Craig dives deep into the roots of the apple, from the ancient Nine Herbs Charm to the chaotic kidnapping of Idun by the giant Thjazi. We explore why the Saxon cry of Wassail echoed through history long before the Victorians got their hands on it, and why you should never, ever cross a Robin. The Show Notes: Roots, Rituals, and Revelry The Origins of Wassail: Forget what you think...

Most people spent their weekends binging  Stranger Things , watching grown-up kids on bikes fight monsters from the Upside Down. But what if the Hawkins Lab isn't just a Hollywood set? What if the "Upside Down" was inspired by a series of very real and very bizarre allegations involving psychic children, Nazi gold, and a time-travelling portal to Mars? This week,  Craig  and  A...

The Ding Dong Merrily Christmas Horror: The Berry Man's Carol Welcome to the Wyrd Wessex Christmas AfterWyrd Special, This year, Craig and Andy take a break from all the weird things in the news to present a piece of original festive horror: the terrifying true-ish story of a local investigation that went utterly wrong during the holiday season. In this fictional, bone-chilling narrative, the Wyrd...

In this episode, Craig sits down with Bob Berry of the Potterne Mummers to dive deep into the heart of a quintessential British folk tradition. From the "Turkish Knight" to "Little Man Jack," we explore the life, death, and comedic rebirth that defines the Potterne Mummer's Play. Stay tuned for the full play at the end of the episode. In this episode: The History of the Play: Bob shares his journe...

Dark Origins of Christmas: The Folk Horror Wild Hunt NOTE: This episode contains strong language and adult themes related to folklore and history. Merry Christmas! This year, the Wyrdo's dive into the dark origins of Christmas, exploring the unsettling pagan roots and folk horror tales that lie beneath the modern festive cheer. We welcome messages from friends including Eric Nelson (Bigfoot Collec...

Hello and welcome to  AfterWyrd ! My name is Andy, and I'm joined by Craig, and this is the place where we discuss all the strange, mysterious, and just downright odd things that didn't fit into the main podcast. This is our last  AfterWyrd  of the year, and it’s a packed one! In this episode's Wyrd News: Woken Up In The Coffin:  The unbelievable story of a woman in Bangkok who...

In 1827, Maria Marten vanished, but her secret wouldn't stay buried. A dark true crime story featuring a charming killer, William Corder, a shocking betrayal, and a mother whose terrifying, prophetic dreams revealed the exact spot of her daughter's remains beneath the floor of the Red Barn. We dive into the sensational trial, the gruesome public dissection, and the macabre fate of Corder's skin. A...

(This episode covers some disturbing material, so listener discretion is advised.) Join the Wyrdo's as they celebrate hitting  666 followers and delve into the latest high strangeness and unsettling news stories from the UK and beyond. In This Episode's Wyrd News: The Sandown Clown Prophecies:  A massive update to the classic 1973 case! New documentation reveals the girl,  Fay , met...

The Wyrdo's are honoured to welcome filmmaker  Dave Brewis , the man behind the fascinating documentary series,  Gatherings . Dave has spent years documenting the enduring traditions and living folklore that often get dismissed by mainstream media as "weird" or "eccentric." We dive deep into his unique  observational philosophy —which uses "custodians, not commentators"—and why thes...

Hello, and welcome to AfterWyrd! Craig and Andy are already in their Christmas tops, but don't let the festive cheer fool you – they're diving into some seriously dark and bizarre news this week! From shocking updates on the Slender Man case to a drunk vicar's car crash and an unbelievable stabbing at a Countdown tournament, plus a quick chat about Krampus and haunted pooping puppets. This episode...

It’s the Christmas season, so forget the jingle bells! This week, the Wyrdo's dive into the dark heart of European Christmas folklore, exploring the chaotic, shaggy-haired creature who is here to punish the naughty, not just ignore them: Krampus! We explore the terrifying Alpine beast, his roots in ancient pagan worship, and the enduring need for a dark companion to Saint Nicholas. The Horned Horr...

Hello and welcome to AfterWyrd, the home of the strange, the mysterious, and the downright odd news. The Wyrdo's are back with a bumper episode that covers everything from genetic analysis of the Führer to spectral flatulence in London. Hitler's Secret Genetic Disorder New DNA analysis of a blood-stained cloth reveals that Hitler had a hidden genetic disorder that likely hindered the development o...

We are honoured to welcome Reverend Peter Laws, author, celebrated horror novelist, and host of the hit YouTube channel Into the Fog, to the show. Peter is an ordained minister, but he is known for his deep dive into the darkest corners of human fascination. In this deep philosophical and psychological episode, we discuss the core thesis of his acclaimed non-fiction book, The Frighteners, and why...

Welcome back to  AfterWyrd , your regular dose of the weird news, strange history, and chaotic stories that don't fit anywhere else! Andy and Craig dive into a chaotic mix of prophecy, AI, and misidentified animals, including: The Lion-Mouse:  A terrifying big cat sighting in County Clare, Ireland, is solved by the Gardai... and the culprit is not a lion, but a friendly dog named  M...