Mexico Unexplained

The star of freak shows, circuses and chambers of horror, Julia Pastrana was the most famous Mexican woman in the mid-1800s. Her tragic and sad life had a happy ending. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

What's happening in the skies over Guadalajara? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

The Aztec Sun Stone - often called "The Aztec Calendar Stone" - has an interesting and mysterious history. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

For centuries these curious crystal artifacts have inspired awe and wonder.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

In northern Durango a strange creature has been killing livestock. What is it? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

In 1997 3 young men in the wilderness of northern Mexico had a series of UFO encounters. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

The story of the first encounter of the Aztecs and Spanish from an indigenous perspective. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

No one knows who built this city in Zacatecas or why. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Born as the Princess Tecuichpoch Ichcaxochitzin, Doña Isabel Moctezuma would be the last Empress of the Aztecs. She had a brief and intense life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

In 1965 thousands of people across Mexico saw strange objects in the sky. Here is an overview. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

In 2013, an up-and-coming Mexican band was kidnapped and executed. Was it drug-related? Were occult forces involved? The case remains unsolved. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

This modern-day ruined city is full of legends and paranormal activity. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

A band of Kickapoo living in Mexico is part of one of the most incredible stories of indigenous survival in North American history.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

A witch trial of an indigenous woman at the edge of the Spanish Empire was more for political reasons, than religious. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

During a difficult time in Mexico's history, Pedro Lascuráin became Mexico's 38th President.  His term lasted only 45 minutes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Even though Morelos is a tiny state it is home to many legends. Here are 7: 1. The Mirror Lady 2. "El Choco" 3. The Mysterious "El Plateado" 4. The Headless Pig 5. The Ghosts of the Borda Gardens 6. The Bell Tower of Ocotepec 7. The Story of Tepoztécatl Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Did the Mexican idea of "La Raza" have roots in the occult? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

A humble Native man was visited by the Virgin Mary on a Mexican hillside in 1531. Pope John Paul II made him a saint in 2002. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

This ancient Maya site has some of the most ornate architecture in all of Mexico, yet we still have much to learn here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

4 legends from the State of Mexico: 1. Juan Ruiz & the Devil 2.The Sinking Church 3.The Cross of Jaspeado 4. The Alley of the Dead & the House of Souls Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Long neglected, the city of La Venta dominated the Olmec world for over 500 years. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

In September 2014, 43 Mexican students were kidnapped and haven't been heard from since. What happened? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

An indigenous folk saint from another country is gaining traction - and power - in Mexico. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

The beautiful state of Jalisco in west-central Mexico is home to many legends. Here are three (more): 1. The Phantoms of the Bridges of Ocotlán 2. El Tiricuate, Gigantic Black Cat of Legend 3. When a Cat is a Treasure Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Did the son of Mexico's most famous conquistador hatch a plot to overthrow the Spanish king? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .