The Disinformed Podcast

On the final shocking installment of the Synanon saga, we witness the ascent of a God and the end of an empire (as well as a madam). It's vasectomies for all as we cruise up Lake Havasu Avenue, drop by The Hatchery, and wrap up Michael's first complete trilogy.  https://linktr.ee/disinformedpodcast   Sources: http://www.paulmorantz.com/cult/the-history-of-synanon-and-charles-dederich/ ht...

In a surprising twist of fate, Michael was stricken ill... and so we pivoted away from the third installment in the Synanon saga to discuss a mystery often on the minds of many music fans : whose body is a wonderland? We delve into some speculation about which possible paramour led Mayer to pen the tune,  and discover some interesting information along the way.  https://linktr.ee/disinformedpodcas...

This week, Michael takes us on another twisting tributary in the serpentine saga of Synanon. This is the second part of a (purported) trilogy... so stay tuned for the chilling conclusion next week!  https://linktr.ee/disinformedpodcast  Sources: http://www.paulmorantz.com/cult/the-history-of-synanon-and-charles-dederich/   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Synanon https://www.lamag.com/citythinkblog/s...

On a sobering installment of Disinformed, Jon admits to a Bizkit addiction, Shane channels Shaq, Courtney considers cannabis for loved ones, and Michael discusses the ascent of the strangest self-help society we've ever seen : Synanon. But wait... there's more. Stay tuned.   https://linktr.ee/disinformedpodcast  Sources:The Satanic Temple's Peer-Support Recovery Program: https://thesatanictemple.c...

In another melodious and magnificent musical installment of Disinformed, Courtney introduces us to the powerhouse that is BTS - and somewhere along the way petroleum jelly is officially ruined for all of us henceforth.   https://linktr.ee/disinformedpodcast  Trigger Warnings : Suicide / Self Injurious Behavior Death / Dying Abuse (physical, mental, emotional, verbal, sexual) Drug Abuse / Alcoholis...

On this snowblind installment of Disinformed, we navigate the Blizzard of Ozz to analyze the controversy surrounding Ozzy Osbourne's tune "Suicide Solution." Heads will roll, the Alamo will be besmirched, Florida will suffer a wang-wave, and the world may never be the same... All aboard the Crazy Train !!!   https://linktr.ee/disinformedpodcast  Trigger Warnings : Suicide / Self Injurious Behavior...

We are back with a bold new season... and the same ol' Michael. On this edition we delve into the curious literary enigma that is the tale of 9Mother9Horse9Eyes9. Will we ever truly understand the intricate inner-workings of Flesh Interfaces? Can we take a rocket ride on a Skin Ship? We'll find out as this week's tale unfolds... maybe. https://linktr.ee/disinformedpodcast Sources: https://www.redd...

For the culmination of our second season, the Disinformed Crew explores theories surrounding whether we are currently living in a simulated reality... warts and all. We also take a moment to reflect on the first 100 installments of our silly little show, and introduce Jon's specially crafted outro music that he WOULD NOT SHUT UP ABOUT. We hope you enjoy, and keep coming back for the next 100 shows...

On an episode bound to etch itself onto your memory, Courtney takes us on a tour of tattooing throughout history. Headline: https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/214343263488924935/?d  Sources: https://www.wearethemighty.com/articles/here-are-the-meanings-behind-19-classic-sailor-tattoos/   https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/tattoos-144038580/   https://www.nationalgeographic.com/photography/articl...

On another bear of an episode, Shane flies us to New Hampshire to see what happens when a small town goes feral. We discuss the Free Town Project and the appropriate etiquette for besting bushwhacking bears, evaluate Penn Jilette's Libertarian views, eventually meet Mr. Babyarse and The Dick Angel, and also witness the monumental rise of Voldecourt...  Headline: https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/75...

We have a sinking feeling about this installment of Disinformed... but that's only natural. Michael is taking us on an exploratory trek back in time to discover humanity's many-limbed lemur hermaphroditic progenitors and the lost continent that spawned them. What could possibly go wrong? Headline: https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/715157615811409683  Sources:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lemuria_...

On this week's unearthly installment of Disinformed, the crew is down one Jon but quickly make the acquaintance of another. We delve into the debauchery and discord at Arizona's Stardust Ranch, getting educated in the art of dispatching diminutive interstellar travelers with sharpened samurai swords. Michael brilliantly encapsulates some goings-on with this phrase, "So they are plant-demon Klingon...

On an exceedingly tasty installment of Disinformed, Courtney illustrates a wide array of character assassination perpetrated against MSG and the subsequent fallout. In short, in case you were unaware, American xenophonia knows no bounds.  Sources: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/its-the-umami-stupid-why-the-truth-about-msg-is-so-easy-to-swallow-180947626/   https://www.sciencefriday.co...

Just when you thought we hit an all-time high, the crew decided to be high all the time. Michael delves into the history of weed in America, shows how publishers exploited racist sentiments to prevent hemp's popularity, and we all find ourselves disgusted with our history yet again... Headline: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/teen-now-charged-in-2-murders-a-year-apart-in-gwinnett-county Sources:...

Welcome to the fourth and final installment of our epic epicurean exploration of Harland Sanders! The crew get extra crispy chatting about the Colonel's distaste for deviations from his recipes, battles with brewmeisters, knife fights in diner kitchens, gravy apostates, and investigate Sanders' legacy in the land of the rising sun.  Headline: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/georgia-man-final-payche...

On a star-studded and guest heavy episode, we finally welcome Superfan Steven to the mix on a lie-laden continuation of our Colonel Sanders saga. Would the Colonel call a lazy line cook an egg-sucking dog? Find out! Strings of southern idioms, plagues of profanity and some fine Finger Lickin' fun will be winging your way! Tune in and turn to rust with us.  Headline:  https://www.vice.com/en/articl...

On an extra crispy and singularly-sourced installment of Disinformed, we are broadcasting from the same space for the first time in over a year as we delve once more into the compelling and chicken-fried life of Harland Sanders...  Headline: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/may/06/arizona-republicans-bamboo-ballots-audit-2020 Sources:  https://www.damninteresting.com/colonels-of-truth/ htt...

On this week's stimulating installment, our hosts take the temperature of the show as they near their 100th episode, consult their barometer for audience enjoyment and engagement, and discover that there are limits to how hard Shane will let Jon roast Michael. Intrigued? You should be.  Headline :  https://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/ct-aud-nw-biden-false-meat-story-20210428-eurrx7fqabet3k...

On a chaste and exceptionally virtuous episode half of the wheels fall off the podcast train of thought. Shane is in pain, Michael has a migraine, Jon soldiers on, and Courtney always keeps her promises... Will we hear a ringing endorsement for abstinence? Tune in and find out! Sources:  https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/faqs-know-purity-culture/ www.givemesexjesus.com https://www.cbeinte...

On a deliciously deadly edition of Disinformed, the crew take a trip to the southland to discover the various exploits of a young Harland Sanders long before he conceived his world-famous Kentucky Fried Chicken. In other fun, Shane's turning over a new leaf, Jon meets attempted extortionist Bigness Mitchell, Courtney regrets her revelations on Twitter, and Michael is eagerly awaiting gravy... Join...

On an episode that comes doused in mud and soaked in bleach, we delve into the conspiracy surrounding rock icon Kurt Cobain's untimely demise. There's also a discussion of the least appropriate place to smuggle a Mars bar, the bird menace returns, a slew of big words are bandied about, Jon blames Google for everything, and we rekindle our hateful relationship with My Immortal through a Potter podc...

On a devilishly delightful edition of Disinformed, we delve below the belt of the Dark Lord with Lil Nas X - courtesy of the most scintillating strip-club soundtrack of all time... What stirred up a slew of controversy  this week? Tune in to find out.  Headline :  https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/texas-wax-museum-removes-trump-statue-because-visitors-kept-punching-it Shane's Gun Story:  https://ww...

On a trapped, trained, streamed and chaotic installment of Disinformed, Michael takes the team on a tour of Twitch Plays Pokemon. Take a Pikachu, won't you? Headline: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/mcconnell-defends-remarks-racial-history-senate-filibuster-n1261873  Sources: https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/events/twitch-plays-pokemon   https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/LetsPlay...

On this week's steeped and spiced installment of Disinformed, the crew soak up a slew of distrubing stories surrounding herbs. Firstly, Jon takes us on a terrifying trip through truck-stop stimulant experiments, spearheads an acid-flashback to the fledgling days of the pandemic, and then Courtney finishes us off with a tale of tea crafted with Nazi Scientology... otherwise known as Urantia. Sleepy...

On a particularly illuminating installment, the crew go deep in the heart of Texas and turn their eyes skyward to take in a bewildering sight: The Marfa Lights. Find out about these interesting orbs, hear Shane's "Live Like You Drive," philosophy, and discover which of our hosts are hellions behind the wheel. Headlinehttps://www.huffpost.com/entry/peter-lugar-wax-statues-covid-19_n_60394c6ac5b617a...