Strangest Species

Send a text This week, we discuss unique burial ceremonies from around the world and some of the most comical and bizarre funeral stories. 

Send a text Today we look into the story of Danelle Ballengee, one of the fittest women in America who went for a run in the deserts of Southern Utah before running face first into a world of trouble. Join us today as we discuss her remarkable story of survival and ultimate friendship with her dog Taz.

Send a text In the early 80's a duo of musicians set out to redefine not only how to make music, but also how to use that music to create chaos across the music industry. Using outlandish antics and just outright bizarre behavior, the KLF created new gneres of music, make smash hits, and burned every bridge along the way. Join us today as we discuss the crazy story of the KLF.

Send a text We're back in 2025 with an all new episode all about some of the strangest foods from around the world. Join us as we discuss these bizarre foods and let us know which one you'd be most willing to eat. 

Send a text Join us as Ethney almost dies laughing, not at the rites of passage from boyhood to manhood but from an interesting pain index. This week, we travel the world and talk about the rituals various groups of people use to transition to adulthood.

Send a text Ethney is out this week, so Lincoln, my twelve-year-old, joins me to discuss the strange story of Jerome, a man who washed onto the shores of Nova Scotia, unable to speak, and with one other curious feature: his legs had been recently amputated. 

Send a text Join us this week as we explore the world of wacky and unusual world records. I don't know why these records exist, but they do, so let's discuss them. 

Send a text This week, we explore the fascinating life of Joseph Pujol and his rise to fame as a fartist. That's right, a performing fart artist. From life as a humble baker to center stage at the famous Moulin Rouge, join us as we discuss one of the most fascinating performers to ever captivate a crowd. 

Send a text Deep in Canada's northern wilderness is a strange and eerie landscape, with river canyons that vault over 3,000 feet high. But beyond its breathtaking beauty, it is known for another, more sinister reason, and that is many who venture into its beauty never leave and are found missing their heads.  Join us today to discuss Canada's Nahanni Valley or the Valley of the Headless...

Send a text Today we dive into the some of the World's most unusual festivals and sports. From Iron Phalluses to jumping over babies dressed as the devil. From fist fights during chess to hitting people in the face with beer-soaked rags, join us as we dive into strange sports and festivals.

Send a text Why are aliens constantly probing and mutilating things? It seems like strange past times to cross the galaxy for. Either way, today, we dive into some strange cases of human and cattle mutilation. And if it's not aliens, then someone has some serious explaining to do. Join us today as we dive into these mysterious cases. 

Send a text This week we jump into an interesting story from Brazil in the 1960s. A small boy discovered the bodies of two men while out flying his kite in the near the ocean shore. When the police came, they found an usual scene. Both men were wearing formal suits and homemade lead masks over their eyes.  What had happened to these men? What were the masks?  Join us today as we discuss the rabbit...

Send a text This week, Ethney is back to join us as we discuss one of Canada's most infamous secret government projects, The Fruit Machine. I don't want to go into it any more than that other than to say it's wild, and you're not going to believe it. 

Send a text In this episode, we dive into the real-life hazards that urban explorers face. Plus, I'm joined by a super special guest, as Ethney was out of town, and I totally forgot! In the episode, we follow a YouTube video with six cases of urban exploration gone wrong. If you want to see the stories we talk about, you can find the video on YouTube by searching the following video and chann...

Send a text Do you have any Cabbage Patch Kids laying around the house? Or a PollyPocket or Hoverboard? Maybe an Easy Bake Oven. These are just some household-name toys that have experienced massive recalls due to being highly dangerous to children.  From coma-inducing additives to third-degree burns and even death, join us this week as we discuss the world of recalled toys. 

Send a text In this gripping episode, we dive into the harrowing true story of Captain James Riley, an American sea captain whose shipwreck off the coast of North Africa in 1815 led to unimaginable trials. Captured and enslaved by desert nomads, Riley and his crew faced brutal conditions, starvation, and the unforgiving Sahara. But Riley’s incredible determination and resourcefulness allowed him t...

Send a text Join us this week as we discuss the real-life story that inspired the movie Jaws. In 1916 a string of deadly shark attacks hit the quiet Jersey shore and let a wake of destruction that never allowed the American consciousness to be the same when it came to sharks. 

Send a text In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary life of Mad Jack Churchill, the British WWII soldier famous for his unconventional combat methods. Discover how this fearless officer, armed with a longbow, claymore sword, and bagpipes, charged into battle without a gun and became a legendary figure in military history. We’ll explore his daring exploits, from his leadership during the N...

Send a text In this episode, we dive deep into the life and tragic journey of Christopher McCandless, the young adventurer who inspired the book and movie "Into the Wild". Known for abandoning societal norms and venturing into the Alaskan wilderness, McCandless's story has captivated millions. But what really drove him to leave everything behind? Was he a reckless dreamer or a moder...

Send a text Join us as we investigate the bizarre and mysterious conspiracy theories surrounding Denver International Airport (DIA). From underground bunkers and secret societies to strange murals and symbols, we'll explore the wildest claims and uncover the truth behind one of the most infamous airports in the world. Is DIA truly a hub for the New World Order, or is it all just a product of...

Send a text How do you make a dictionary? Have you ever thought about it? It's a stupid amount of work.  In the late 1800's, a group of word nerds teamed up with Oxford University to create the best, most encompassing dictionary of all time. The problem was it was far too hard of a task, so they resorted to asking for volunteers to help. Thousands offered their skills, but one man stood...

Send a text Today we explore some of the world's most unusual museums and discuss the bizarre exhibits found therein. We bounce around from the Museum of Broken Relationships to dog collars, bunnies, death, male genitalia, and more. Join us for an intriguing discussion on some intriguing museums. 

Send a text This episode made Ethney squirm so much that she couldn't wait for me to finish and be done so that alone is worth the listen. But in all seriousness, this week, we explore stories of unwelcome house guests who may or may not know about places in your home that you don't.

Send a text Today, we jump feet first into a story set in Japan's Hokkoda Mountains. In 1902, 210 Japanese soldiers were commissioned to find out if it was possible to pass through the mountain range on foot in the winter.  Their first night was supposed to be at a local hot spring in the mountain, but their adventures took a turn for the worst and they never found it. They did, however, find...

Send a text This is my favorite story we've ever told on the podcast. I fell in love with it while studying it, as it took me through an eclectic landscape of emotions. When we finished recording, it actually brought Ethney to happy tears. This week we dive into the story of the 1992 Lithuanian basketball team, as they rose from winning a gold medal in 1988 for the Soviet Union to getting to...