The Most Dangerous Podcast

In this week’s episode of The Most Dangerous Podcast , James takes us on a chilling journey through the world of worms—focusing on two of humanity’s most notorious parasites: the Guinea worm and the tapeworm . Discover the disturbing life cycle of the Guinea worm and the global fight to eradicate it. Then dive into the unsettling reality of tapeworms, parasites that can silently live inside your i...

Welcome to the first episode of our Nature four-part mini-series on The Most Dangerous Podcast ! In this episode, Fraser dives into the strange, fascinating, and downright eerie world of fungi —but not your everyday mushroom. We’re talking about some of the wildest, weirdest, and most dangerous fungi on Earth, with a special focus on the infamous Ophiocordyceps —aka the zombie fungus . Discover ho...

To celebrate one year of The Most Dangerous Podcast , James and Fraser have put together a clip show packed with some of their funniest, wildest, and most unforgettable moments from the past 12 months. Whether you're a long-time listener or just jumping in, this anniversary special is a perfect snapshot of everything that makes the show dangerous, unpredictable, and just plain fun. Thanks for...

In this short and slightly chaotic episode of The Most Dangerous Podcast , James and Fraser do the all-important draw for the next episode subject — and take a playful detour into the world of doggy playcentres . It’s bite-sized, it’s bizarre, and it’s got just enough danger to keep things interesting. Tune in for the draw, stay for the dog talk. 🎙️ Hosted by James and Fraser 📌 New full episode c...

In the thrilling conclusion of our four-part Leaders of People series, James takes us deep into one of the most pivotal collapses in world history: the downfall of Czar Nicholas II . Joined by Fraser, the duo unpacks the story of Russia’s last emperor — a ruler whose poor decisions, political blindness, and overreliance on mystics like Rasputin helped bring down the entire Romanov dynasty. From th...

We tried to record this week’s episode… but Fraser’s new puppy had other ideas. In this short, behind-the-scenes update, we explain why there’s no full episode this week and share the chaotic reality of trying to podcast with an energetic four-legged co-host. We’ll be taking better steps to avoid future puppy-powered disruptions — promise! Thanks for sticking with us, and we’ll be back next week w...

Welcome to The Most Dangerous Podcast , hosted by James and Fraser. In Part 3 of our Leaders of People miniseries, Fraser takes us deep into one of the darkest chapters of the 20th century: the life and legacy of Josef Mengele , the so-called Angel of Death . Known for his horrific human experiments at Auschwitz, Mengele’s name has become a symbol of cruelty, evil, and the terrifying misuse of sci...

Welcome back to The Most Dangerous Podcast — where history, pop culture, and danger collide. In Part 2 of our Leaders of People miniseries, James leads a deep (and hilarious) dive into the galaxy’s most feared villain: Darth Vader . From Anakin Skywalker’s tragic beginnings to his dark descent into the Sith, we explore what makes Vader a symbol of power, fear, and ultimate redemption. We also shin...

Welcome to The Most Dangerous Podcast , where history gets weird, wild, and dangerously entertaining. In the first episode of our four-part miniseries Leaders of People , Fraser explores the outrageous life of King Farouk , Egypt’s last monarch—also known as the Playboy King . From stealing watches at royal dinners to hoarding stolen treasures, Farouk’s bizarre kleptomania made him infamous. But b...

In this short episode, James and Fraser reunite after a break to catch up on what they've been up to—and to officially kick off Season 3 of The Most Dangerous Podcast. Expect laughs, behind-the-scenes chat, and a sneak peek at what's to come!

Join hosts James and Fraser for the thrilling Season 2 finale of The Most Dangerous Podcast. This special episode kicks off with personal updates and entertaining anecdotes from the hosts, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at their lives. Fraser then delivers an extended edition of Dangerous News, covering the latest headlines packed with danger, mystery, and adventure. Next, James and Fra...

Welcome to The Most Dangerous Podcast, where hosts Fraser and James dive into the darkest and most intriguing true crime stories. In part three of our British serial killers miniseries, Fraser unravels the chilling and mysterious case of Bible John, the elusive killer who terrorized Glasgow in the late 1960s. Known for quoting Bible verses to his victims, Bible John remains one of the UK’s most ba...

Welcome back to The Most Dangerous Podcast, where hosts James and Fraser explore the darkest corners of human nature. In this chilling episode, James leads our ongoing British serial killers mini-series with the horrifying story of Harold Shipman — also known as “Dr. Death.” Over two decades, Shipman exploited his role as a trusted family doctor to secretly murder over 200 patients, making him one...

Join hosts Fraser and James on The Most Dangerous Podcast as Fraser kicks off a chilling four-part series exploring Britain’s most notorious serial killers. In this episode, delve into the dark life of Mary Ann Cotton, widely believed to be Britain’s first female serial killer. Discover how Mary Ann Cotton: Poisoned up to 21 victims with arsenic, including her own children, husbands, and lovers El...

Join hosts James and Fraser on The Most Dangerous Podcast for a true story of survival, isolation, and the man behind a literary legend. In this thrilling episode, James recounts the extraordinary tale of Alexander Selkirk, the 18th-century Scottish sailor whose real-life experience as a castaway inspired Daniel Defoe’s classic novel, Robinson Crusoe. Discover: How Selkirk was marooned for over fo...

Join hosts Fraser and James on The Most Dangerous Podcast as Fraser unpacks the gripping and controversial story of North Sentinel Island — one of the most isolated places on Earth — and the tragic death of John Allen Chau, an American missionary determined to make contact with the island’s reclusive and hostile inhabitants: the Sentinelese tribe. This episode dives deep into: The forbidden histor...

Welcome to The Most Dangerous Podcast , where hosts James and Fraser uncover history’s most notorious and disturbing stories. In this haunting episode, James takes the lead to tell the grim tale of Minnie Dean — the only woman ever executed in New Zealand . Known as a “baby farmer” , Minnie Dean took in unwanted infants for money during the late 1800s. But when babies began to vanish, suspicions t...

Welcome to The Most Dangerous Podcast, where hosts Fraser and James unravel the darkest stories from history with sharp insight and compelling storytelling. In this powerful episode, Fraser investigates three of the most infamous cults the world has ever known — and the charismatic leaders behind them. Explore: The Peoples Temple and the horrifying mass suicide at Jonestown led by Jim Jones in 197...

In this mind-bending episode of The Most Dangerous Podcast, host James, joined by co-host Fraser, explores the eerie and fascinating phenomenon known as time slips — strange moments when people claim to have stepped into the past. First, James investigates the famous Moberly–Jourdain incident of 1901, where two women touring Versailles reported seeing people and scenes from the 18th century, inclu...

Join hosts Fraser and James on The Most Dangerous Podcast as they dive deep into one of the most haunting mysteries in true crime history — the tragic and puzzling death of Elisa Lam at Los Angeles’ notorious Cecil Hotel. In this episode, Fraser explores: The eerie history of The Cecil Hotel, known for suicides, serial killers, and decades of unexplained deaths The baffling case of Elisa Lam, a Ca...

Welcome to The Most Dangerous Podcast, where hosts James and Fraser explore disturbing true crime stories, dark history, and the most unsettling moments in human behaviour. In this episode, James presents the tragic and haunting case of Brenda Spencer, the teenage girl responsible for one of America’s first high-profile school shootings. On January 29, 1979, Brenda opened fire on Cleveland Element...

In this short and spontaneous episode of The Most Dangerous Podcast, James and Fraser go freestyle with no set subject. With all five of Fraser's kids sick and an upcoming cheerleading competition, the duo didn't have time for a full episode but still wanted to check in with their listeners. Expect off-the-cuff rants, random musings, and the usual banter as they navigate through an unplann...

In this episode, host Fraser dives into the horrifying true story of Armin Meiwes, the German man who became internationally infamous for killing and eating a voluntary victim, Bernd Jürgen Brandes. This shocking case of consensual cannibalism took place in the early 2000s and left the world questioning the boundaries of morality, consent, and mental illness. We explore: How Meiwes used the intern...

Join James and Fraser on The Most Dangerous Podcast as they dive deep into one of UFO history’s most baffling mysteries — The Travis Walton Incident. In 1975, Walton’s claim of being abducted by extraterrestrials in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest captured worldwide attention. For five days, he was allegedly missing, sparking intense debate and speculation. Was this a genuine close encounter...

Step into the shadows of World War II with Fraser and James on The Most Dangerous Podcast as they unravel the chilling story of Unit 731 — Japan’s notorious biological warfare research unit responsible for some of the darkest experiments in history. In this gripping episode, Fraser guides us through the horrifying reality of human experimentation, biological weapon development, and the lasting eth...