Dawn of Mantis Podcast
Dawn of Mantis: True Crime, Mysteries and More
Join longtime friends Joe and Ivan on a comedic journey through the mysteries of true crime. Since 2002, Joe and Ivan have been crafting comedy bits and skits together, honing their unique style. With their producer and co-host, Sam, at the sound processing helm, the trio dives into the depths of true crime mysteries, as well as music, history, and various other topics, with a twist. Joe and Ivan's comedic banter adds levity to even the darkest of subjects but always with a respectful approach. Their motto: Victims are never the subject of the joke; instead, the focus is on the perpetrators,...
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Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
025- The Disappearance Of Shelagh McDonald 23.03.2019 58:45
Send us Fan Mail Scottish folk singer disappears in the 70s. We talk about her, the music industry, dad jokes and more. Support the show
024- Bizarre Funeral Rituals 11.03.2019 1:38:03
Send us Fan Mail We talk about a few strange (to us) funeral rituals around the world and how our rituals are more than likely strange to everyone else. Support the show
023- The Twilight Zone 06.03.2019 1:45:59
Send us Fan Mail This week we discuss the Twilight Zone and our favorite episodes. We also talk about Rod Serling and his extremely interesting background. Support the show
022- The Disappearance Of Jim Sullivan 27.02.2019 1:44:15
Send us Fan Mail Jim Sullivan was an inspiring musician in the mid-70s that mysteriously vanished. The guys talk about his disappearance but mainly his music. Support the show
021- Witness Protection 22.02.2019 1:44:01
Send us Fan Mail Everyone knows the witness protection program full TV and film but what is it really? Joe and Ivan talk about this and muc, much more. Plus the podcast celebrates one year on the web! Happy B-Day to us! Support the show
020 - The Osage Murders Part 2 06.02.2019 1:23:46
Send us Fan Mail This week we continue talking about the Osage murders and the investigations and subsequent trials. (Subject Matter Begins @ 29:40) Support the show
019 - The Osage Murders Part 1 30.01.2019 1:12:25
Send us Fan Mail In the early 1900s a string of murders take place in Oklahoma. (Subject Matter Begins @ 9:05) Support the show
018 - Cursed Objects 2 23.01.2019 2:02:31
Send us Fan Mail We talk about a few more cursed objects as well as give you, the listener, some tips on how you can buy your very own cursed object. (Not sure why you would but just in case)We also discuss smart phones, the Podcast revolution, and the Amish. Support the show
017 - We Build A Business 16.01.2019 1:26:37
Send us Fan Mail This week we go super-random and create a product for a business from a randomly generated pool of idea. We take that idea and think of how we'd sell it, market it, and more. We even deal with some potential HR nightmares. Would you buy our product? Probably not BUT you should still listen to this one. Support the show
016 - The Disappearance Of Singer/Songwriter Connie Converse 09.01.2019 1:12:28
Send us Fan Mail Connie Converse was an aspiring singer-songwriter with chilling melodies and vocals. We discuss her life and music and the bizarre circumstances of her disappearance. Support the show
015 - Chinese Social Credit System 02.01.2019 1:30:52
Send us Fan Mail What is the Chinese social credit system? Should citizens be rewarded for good behavior and punished for bad choices? We explore the details and talk of the implications. Support the show
014 - The Curious Tale Of The Dale 20.12.2018 45:09
Send us Fan Mail The Dale was supposed to be the small, fuel efficient, space-aged car that would be answer to the gas shortages in the 70s. Joe and Ivan talk about the twists and turns of the curious tale of the Dale automobile and its mysterious entrepreneur. Support the show
013: Dawn Of Mantis - Animal Emotions 14.12.2018 1:26:35
Send us Fan Mail Do animals have more than simple emotions? Can they show empathy? joe and Ivan talk about these things, some artificial selection, Flipper the dolphin, and much more. Support the show
012: Dawn Of Mantis - He-Man And The Masters Of The Universe 05.12.2018 1:58:31
Send us Fan Mail Joe and Ivan revisit their childhood by discussing HE-MAN and the MASTERS of the UNIVERSE. Support the show
011: Dawn Of Mantis - The Tragic Story Of Ray Combs 21.11.2018 1:32:40
Send us Fan Mail We discuss the former Family Feud host and comedian, Ray Combs. (Subject Matter Begins @ 13:20) Support the show
010: Dawn Of Mantis - DNA Exonerations 20.11.2018 1:29:14
Send us Fan Mail How many people have been set free due to new DNA evidence? What are the implications? Joe and Ivan talk about this and more. Support the show
009: Dawn Of Mantis - The Somerton Man Part 2 07.11.2018 1:11:24
Send us Fan Mail The conclusion of the mysterious tale of the Somerton Man. (Plus midterm elections, daytime TV, and much more) Support the show
008: Dawn Of Mantis - The Somerton Man Part 1 30.10.2018 1:16:06
Send us Fan Mail In 1948 a body is found on an Australian beach. More questions than answers are raised as the evidence found on the body is scrutinized. (Subject Matter Begins @ 19:25) Support the show
007: Dawn Of Mantis - Nature Vs Nurture 10.10.2018 1:16:06
Send us Fan Mail This episode tackles the subject of nature vs. nurture. What shapes our character more; our upbringing or our genetics? Support the show
006: Dawn Of Mantis - Cursed Objects 26.09.2018 1:11:41
Send us Fan Mail Joe and Ivan talk about cursed objects and the legends surrounding them. Support the show
005: Dawn Of Mantis - Any Place But Here- A Look At Mental Illness 20.09.2018 1:44:08
Send us Fan Mail We discuss a fascinating 1978 CBS news report/documentary called Any Place But Here about the process of help mentally ill patients transition back into society. In addition we discuss what makes someone be classified as mentally ill? Eddie Smith, where are you? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1yyS066sgk Support the show
004: Dawn Of Mantis - Songwriting 20.09.2018 1:23:31
Send us Fan Mail Joe and Ivan talk about their musical influences and write a song from scratch for the podcast. Support the show
003: Dawn Of Mantis - Dreams and Their Meanings 13.09.2018 1:44:08
Send us Fan Mail Why do we dream and what are the stages of sleep and dreaming? We talk about this and how dreaming might really be a problem solving mechanism. Also we attempt, key word "atttempt", to interpret some of Joe's dreams. Support the show
002: Dawn Of Mantis - Former Cult Member Interview (Cults Part 2) 06.09.2018 1:44:08
Send us Fan Mail We interview Dr. Christina Abreo. She talks about her mother and father and their time spent in a cult. Support the show
001: Dawn Of Mantis - Cults 30.08.2018 1:19:59
Send us Fan Mail We talk about some well-known and lesser-known cults. We also go into what makes a cult leader so convincing and how can they gain and retain so many loyal followers. Is anyone susceptible or do they prey on a certain personality type? Support the show
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