Relatively Weird

Jilli tells Kim about the radiation therapy device known as Therac-25. In the 1980s, a series of accidental radiation overexposure occurred for various patients around the US and Canada. What exactly happens when you rely solely on software to save lives? Tune in to listen! Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email with questions or story request at relativelyweirdthepod@gm...

This week, Kim shares the story of the Donner/Reed Party, the ill-fated wagon train trying to make their way across the United States. Contrary to popular belief, it's not all snow and cannibalism. One wrong decision can mean life or death. Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod. If you have questions or would topics you'd like us to discuss, send us an email at relativelyweirdthe...

In the 1930s, Cleveland not only had to navigate through the Great Depression. They also had to navigate around body parts. Who were the victims? Who was the Butcher of Kingsbury Run?  Follow us on Instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or if you have questions/story ideas, send us an email at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com. Sources: The Mystery of the Cleveland Torso Murders - Via Murder Maps by Absol...

Kim and Jilli are finally getting in the Halloween spirit with this week's episode on urban legends! Kim dives into some of the classics and Jilli learns to stay away from Pixy Stix and why Mary is so darn bloody! Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod. If you have questions or story ideas, send us an email at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com. Sources: Dexheimer, E. 2016, Oct 14.  &quot...

This week, we go back to 1981 in Kansas City Missouri when fast-tracked construction was on the rise until it all came crashing down one fateful night in July. Jilli reminds us why sometimes rules and regulations are written in blood.    Sources: “Fast-Tracked Failure: The Hyatt Regency Walkway Collapse” by Brick Immortar via Youtube https://youtu.be/jgG-gnpn0os?si=GX59FTkwBVnkSwdy “Mega Disasters...

This week, Kim tells Jilli the outrageous story of Henry Lee Lucas. At one point, claiming to have killed 600 people, Henry Lee Lucas was providing law enforcement with answers they had been seeking for years. Unfortunately, his confessions only led to more questions. Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email with questions/stories you'd like to hear at relativelyweird...

Jilli brings us back to 2001 where a young boy’s torso was discovered floating in the Thames River and how this connects with dark ritualistic practices. Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email with questions/story ideas at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com. Sources: “The Boy in the River” by Richard Hoskins  “Torso Case Boy Identified ” - BBC news by Angus Crawford https:/...

This week brings another missing person story. Kim tells Jilli about Amy Lynn Bradley who went missing while on a cruise with her family to celebrate her college graduation and the beginning of a new chapter. Despite numerous sightings, Amy has never been found. Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod. Send us an email with questions or suggestions at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com. Sources...

 Crimes were easily dodged when you got out of dodge. Jilli tells Kim of France’s own serial killer Joseph Vacher.  Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod. Send us an email with questions or suggestions at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com. Sources: “Joseph Vacher: The French Ripper” via Youtube by Dark Histories https://youtu.be/4EppHj-odt0?si=nIjyPHk90_RFzXah V comme VACHER Joseph : Itinéra...

This week, Kim brings Jilli back in time a bit to the days of homesteading. People were just minding their own business, working the land, trying to make new lives. Then along come the Benders... Their history was bloody to put it lightly.  Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod. Send us an email with questions or story ideas at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com Sources: Dickey, C. 2022, Marc...

This week, Jilli tells Kim about the mysterious disappearance of the Beaumont children in Australia in 1966. We learn about the incident that changed Australian society’s outlook on how safe children are without supervision.  Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email with questions/story ideas at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com. Sources: Beaumont Children Mystery Less Likel...

To help celebrate our nation's birth, Jilli tells Kim all about how George Washington met his end and the long-term repercussions experienced by one man and his family as a result of the Lincoln assassination. Kim also shares that most of her historical knowledge comes from Drunk History... sounds about right. Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send your questions/story suggesti...

This week Kim gives Jilli some examples of the craziest beauty tricks the world has ever seen. Whether you wanted longer, fuller eyelashes, needed to get that Tuberculosis Look, or just couldn't achieve that unibrow all the ladies were walking around with, there was a technique for you. Learn, right alongside Kim, that Jilli is an eyebrow person. Who knew? Find us on instagram @relativelyweir...

The Devil went down to Matamoros, he was looking for a soul to steal… We learn this week why it’s always best to move in groups. Jilli tells Kim of the infamous Adolfo Constanzo and his evil deeds.  Follow us on Instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com Sources: “Pandora’s Box: Unleashing Evil” Season 2 Episode 5, “The Devil’s Ranch” tv series “Serial...

This week Kim tells Jilli the story of Thomas McKendrick and his unfortunate friendship with Allan Menzies. Allan was a terrible friend, really bad liar and probably subpar as a vampire too. The ladies learn that if your friend starts being visited by their favorite film character, it's probably a red flag. Follow Relatively Weird on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email with q...

Jilli forces Kim to humor her as she tells her of two women who experienced extraterrestrial abductions of the same origin despite being on opposite sides of the country. Find us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or shoot us an email at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com.   Sources:  “The Alien Abduction Files” by Kathleen Marden and Denise Stoner (book) “Area 51: The Alien Interview-Special Editio...

Kim and her history lessons! This week, Kim gives Jilli a rundown on the mental asylum in the U.S. The ladies learn that if this were the 1800s, they'd have been committed several times over. Medical practices were wild back in the not-so-distant day and things even get a little spooky at the end. Find Relatively Weird on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send an email with questions or sto...

We go back in time to 1935 when a mysterious man visits a hotel for a one night stay. Where are his bags? Why is he always sitting in the dark? And where did all the towels go?! Find out on this week’s episode on this old-timey mystery. Find us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com   Sources: “Murder of Artemus Olgetree” – Wikipedia https://en.w...

This week, Kim gives Jilli the lowdown on the history of freakshows and sideshows. We learn that PT Barnum was a big ol' liar and nobody seemed to mind. You'll be questioning all of your entertainment consumption going forward. Unless that entertainment is 'Big Top Peewee.' In which case, proceed! Find us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email at relativelyweir...

How far would you go for fame? Would you give up a year of life? Would you give up wearing clothes? Would you be willing to surrender your sanity? Tune in this week to hear Jilli tell us the story of Tomoaki Hamatsu and a game called Denpa Shonen. Would you be willing to play? Follow us on instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email at relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com   Sources: -“Most Evi...

On this week's episode, Kim tells Jilli all about the blundered case of Robert Garrow and the questionable decisions made by the NY justice system. The ladies discover that Robert could've been a hide-n-seek champ and also, a new reason to avoid dairy. They also explain the important difference between a minor and a miner. Find us on Instagram at relativelyweirdthepod or send us an email...

If the devil made you do it, how would you plead in a court of law? Jilli tells Kim about the curious case of David Glatzel’s demonic possession and how it eventually ended in a murder trial. Also, you think your roommates are terrible? Try living with 42 demons.   Sources: -“4 Degrees of Demonic Possession” by Kathleen Troost-Cramer via NewportRI.com 4 degrees of demonic possession (newportri.com...

This week, Kim takes us to a tiny Colorado town to learn about the disappearances of Tom Young and Keith Reinhard. The ladies may not be bear scientists but they do know hiking a mountain in the afternoon all by yourself is best left to the experts. Find Relatively Weird on Instagram @relativelyweirdthepod or email your ideas or questions to relativelyweirdthepod@gmail.com. Sources: Keith Reinhard...

This week, we hear Jilli recount the tale of the mysterious disappearance of the Yuba County Five. Five men go missing after attending a basketball game. Why did they travel 70 miles away from home that night? What happened after their abandoned vehicle was found atop a snowy mountain? Tune in this week to find out! Follow us on Instagram @relativelyweirdthepod Send questions or story ideas to us...

This week, Jilli tells Kim about the most radioactive living person in history. We get uncomfortable descriptions about medical tape, and we learn how amazing the human body is. Beware, if you’re squeamish, this may not be the best episode for you! Take care when listening. **This is hopefully the last episode you have to listen to with less than ideal audio. It only gets better from here! Sources...