Let’s be Brief(ed)

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we explore the sinister side of a festive season, delving into the legendary creature known as Krampus, the Christmas devil. Unravel the spine-chilling tales of this horned, hooved companion of St. Nicholas, whose mission involves more than just coal for the naughty. Sources for this episode: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krampus Have a topic idea for us to do in...

Join Sydney and Sara this week as we discuss one of the greatest mysteries in American criminal history– the infamous case of DB Cooper. On November 24, 1971, a mysterious man known only as Cooper hijacked a commercial airplane, extorted a ransom, and then parachuted into the night, disappearing without a trace. Did he survive the fall, and if so, where is he and why didn’t he spend any of the mon...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we dive headfirst into a phenomenon that has puzzled scientists, baffled eyewitnesses, and stirred the imagination of many throughout history. It's a strange substance that falls from the sky (or does it grow from the ground?) – Star Jelly. Sources for this episode: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_jelly https://futurism.com/strange-unexplained-things-science-st...

Join Sydney and Sara this week as we dive into Operation Midnight Climax, a twisted story of how the CIA drugged unsuspecting civilians and filmed them for research purposes. Part of the larger MKULTRA operation, Midnight Climax studied the effects of LSD on unwilling participants who patronized prostitutes in the San Francisco area. This operation was so secretive that high standing government of...

Happy Halloween! Today we’re finishing up spooky season with Aleister Crowley, a man whose name evokes mysticism, rebellion and intrigue. We’ll explore his early life, his rise as a prominent occult figure, his controversial practices, and the enduring impact of his teachings on modern spirituality and pop culture. Prepare to venture into the occult underworld. Sources for this episode: https://en...

Continuing to celebrate spooky season, we discuss Ed and Lorraine Warren, a pair of paranormal investigators that inspired many of the most popular horror movies of the past few decades. Their case history includes Annabelle, Amityville, the Perron Family, and the Snedeker House, which inspired Anabelle, Amityville Horror, The Conjuring and A Haunting in Connecticut movies. Sources for this episod...

Spooky season continues with some of our favorite urban legends from cities where we have a personal connection: Indiana, Wisconsin, Chicago, San Antonio, Michigan and Japan. What are some local urban legends in your area? Sources for this episode: https://www.sacurrent.com/news/san-antonios-dancing-devil-of-el-camaroncito-2250845 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paulding_Light https://en.wikipedia.o...

Sara and Sydney continue spooky season with the legend of the Black Eyed Children, children that look human besides their all-black eyes. Many eyewitnesses claim to have encountered these strange kids. Are they truly out there somewhere, and if so, what are they really and what do they want? Sources for this episode: Black-eyed children - Wikipedia Legend of the Black-eyed children | The Business...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we kick off spooky season with second-hand ghost stories. Is Sydney’s workplace haunted, was Sara’s old house haunted, are spirits attracted to certain people and not others? Share your ghost stories with us and we’ll feature them on a future episode! Sources for this episode: https://hotelchantelle.com/why-is-the-menger-hotel-haunted/ Have a topic idea for us to...

Our first guest Jake from Man the Helm joins Sara and Sydney this week on the mysterious death of Jim Morrison from the Doors. Was his death an accidental overdose, a health problem, or something more sinister? Sources for this episode: Jim Morrison - Wikipedia https://rockpasta.com/the-bizarre-conspiracy-theories-about-jim-morrisons-death/ https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/conspiracy-theories-surround...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we venture beyond the realms of our terrestrial existence to explore the intriguing world of aliens. From the iconic Grays, the alleged abductors of humans and animals, to the elusive Reptilians rumored to be infiltrating the highest echelons of power, we'll explore the origins, myths, and mysteries surrounding these otherworldly entities. Are we truly alone in th...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we dive into the Mandela Effect, a phenomenon where a large group of people remember an event or detail differently from the way it actually occurred. Some believe this is proof we have shifted timelines, resulting in subtle differences from our old world. Could this extraordinary claim be true or is it something more mundane? Have a topic idea for us to do in fut...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we explore the compelling case of James Leininger, one of the best documented cases of reincarnation out there. Could people have past lives, or is there some other explanation for knowing the seemingly impossible? Sources for this episode: https://med.virginia.edu/perceptual-studies/wp-content/uploads/sites/360/2017/04/REI42-Tucker-James-LeiningerPIIS155083071600...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we explore the legend of Mothman. The realm of urban legends often captivates our imagination with tales that straddle the line between reality and the supernatural. Among these legends, the story of Mothman stands out as one of the most intriguing and perplexing. Emerging from the small town of Point Pleasant, West Virginia, during the tumultuous years of the lat...

Join Sara and Sydney this week on a captivating journey into the depths of interstellar communication as we explore the intriguing account of the Arecibo Message and its mysterious reply that perhaps did not come from this world. Sources for this episode: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arecibo_message Have a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbebriefed@gmail.com Like our co...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we explore the mysterious Georgia Guidestones, a puzzling and controversial monument erected by an unknown person, sharing 10 guiding principles intended to serve as a compass for humanity. Was this a wannabe cult leader, a secret society, or perhaps just a person with too much time and money on their hands? Sources for this episode: https://www.wired.com/2009/06/...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we step back in time and explore the extraordinary life and puzzling disappearance of the legendary aviator, Amelia Earhart. Tune in as we honor the spirit of adventure that defined Amelia Earhart's life, as well as the enduring legacy of a woman who dared to soar higher than anyone thought possible. Sources for this episode: https://www.science.org/content/articl...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we discuss the mysterious Cicada 3301 puzzles. Originating in 2012, these enigmatic challenges appeared on the internet seemingly out of nowhere, captivating cryptographers, puzzle enthusiasts, and conspiracy theorists alike. Were they a game, a recruitment tool, or something else? Source for this episode: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cicada_3301 Have a topic ide...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we discuss a leak in our oceans that is creating an ocean in its own right! How much water are we losing to this mysterious leak? Sources for this episode: https://www.sciencenews.org/article/earth-oceans-tectonic-plate-mantle Have a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbebriefed@gmail.com Like our content? Support us on Patreon: https://www...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we discuss Chappaquiddick, an incident in 1969 involving then Senator Ted Kennedy and the mysterious death of Mary Jo Kopechne, a young campaign worker. Kennedy drove off a bridge on Chappaquiddick and his passenger, Mary Jo, did not survive. The incident wasn’t reported for hours and the response from the Kennedy family has sparked controversy ever since. Sources...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we uncover the myths surrounding recycling plastic and how perpetuating these myths has impacted the environment and unfairly put the onus on the consumer instead of the producer for solutions. Sources for this episode: https://www.greenpeace.org/usa/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/GPUS_FinalReport_2022.pdf https://newatlas.com/paper-pulp-helmet/28103/ https://oil-pric...

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we explore the shocking events surrounding the Tylenol Murders that unfolded in the fall of 1982. This case forever changed how we view product safety and tamper-evidence packaging. Sources for this episode: The Tylenol Murders: A Mystery Solved? by Alice McQuillan, The Atlantic, October 2011. Tylenol Poisoning: The Unresolved Case by Alan Bellows, Damn Interestin...

Discover a new perspective this week as Sara and Sydney delve into an eye-opening dialogue on the pervasive ways women are overlooked in today's society. Unveiling hidden biases and designs that neglect the needs of women, we hope to highlight the importance of raising awareness to eventually bring about positive change. We sincerely hope you approach this discussion with an open mind and a compas...

Join Sara and Sydney this week for a chat on Artificial Intelligence. Where is AI technology currently being used, how can AI be managed responsibly, and what are the implications for the future using AI? Sources for this episode: ChatGPT Have a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbebriefed@gmail.com Like our content? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89...

Join Sara and Sydney this week for the Taured Man, a mysterious individual who appeared in Japan from an unknown country and then disappeared. Did he fall into our world from another, was he a spy, or just a conman? Sources for this episode: https://xplrd.net/history/the-man-from-taured/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Zegrus Have a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbe...