Wyrd Wessex

Join the Wyrdo's on the first day of our epic summer road trip! We're journeying across Dorset, Somerset, and into the chilling heart of Dartmoor, exploring some of the most haunted and mysterious locations in the West Country. Get ready for a deep dive into folklore, cryptids, and the unexplained. Ancient Sites & Roadside Terrors Knowlton Rings: We start at a ruined church surrounded by ancie...

Hello and welcome to  AfterWyrd , the place where we cram in all the weirdness that doesn't fit into our regular episodes. This week, your  Wyrdo's  Craig and Andy have some incredible stories hot off the presses, featuring major updates and a dive into paranormal home décor. Wyrd News Updates The Unicorn Skull Update:  Craig has a major personal update on the notorious artefac...

Ready for some of the UK's most bizarre encounters with other beings? Join your  Wyrdo's , Craig and Andy, as they dive into four incredible stories that will have you questioning everything! We cover classic Victorian demons, unsettling modern humanoids, and mysterious figures caught on film. Bizarre Humanoid Encounters The Gateshead Grey:  We open with the wild, and deeply British, sto...

In a recent speech to Parliament, a Member of Parliament has sparked major controversy with powerful rhetoric that paints a dangerous and misleading picture of Britain's present and future. This episode breaks down the key claims made in his speech, offering critical analysis and context. The Dictatorship of Faith Assisted Dying Misinformation:  We examine how the claim that Parliament has au...

Hello and welcome to  AfterWyrd , the place where we cram in all the weirdness that doesn't fit into our regular episodes. Back from their epic road trip, your  Wyrdo's , Craig and Andy, tackle some heavy topics and light ones, all in the spirit of being introverted and self-entertaining. Life, Death, and the Alien Question The Afterlife Debate:  The guys kick things off with two wi...

This week on  Wyrd Wessex , we're joined by researcher  Alex Stevenson  to discuss his fascinating academic study on cryptozoology. Alex’s dissertation, "The missing poetics of footprints in mid 20th century American cryptozoological writing," connects literary theory and paranormal research in a way you've never heard before. Literary Theory Meets Cryptozoology The Poetic Footprint...

Welcome back to AfterWyrd! The Wyrdo's cram in all the strange stories that didn't make the main show, featuring an update on a terrifyingly dark case, new theories about extraterrestrial objects, and a visceral, real-life horror story that will make you check your hotel room twice. In this Episode: The Slender Man Case Update An update on the conditional release of Morgan, one of the two teens in...

In this episode of  Wyrd Wessex , the Wyrdo's head deep into the Scottish Highlands to investigate the chilling, colossal mystery of  Am Fear Liath Mòr , or The Big Grey Man of Ben Macdhui. From terrifying encounters by renowned climbers to otherworldly, demonic sounds, this mountain is harbouring a secret far older and more primal than its name. Is this cryptid a territorial beast, a gh...

Welcome back to  AfterWyrd ! This week, Craig and Andy dive into the mysterious, the downright bizarre, and the sometimes sad stories that didn't make the main show. From a rock legend's legacy to a terrifying new home invasion trend, and perhaps the strangest art and trade deals you'll ever hear about—this episode is packed with all the weird stuff! In This Episode: Ozzy Osbourne's Legacy :...

Welcome to a captivating conversation on Wyrd Wessex with renowned author and paranormal researcher Maxim Furek! Join Craig and Andy as they delve deep into Maxim's incredible research, covering everything from the terrifying true story behind the Smurl Haunting and the infamous Annabelle doll, to cutting-edge interdimensional theories linking Bigfoot and UFOs. Prepare for a thought-provoking jour...

Welcome back to AfterWyrd, where Craig and Andy dive into all the strange stuff that doesn't quite fit anywhere else! This week, we're rambling through some seriously weird news: From Russia's enigmatic Cold War-era radio station and a Chinese football team's bizarre spiritual tactics, to alarming AI developments and Scotland's terrorizing seagulls – this episode is packed with chaotic chat and bi...

Welcome back to the unedited, uncensored chaos of  AfterWyrd , your favourite bonus podcast from the Wyrd Wessex team! This time, Craig and Andy are rambling on about all sorts of spooky stuff: From a chilling premonition of a fatal plane crash to a debate about demons and smart speakers, and an astonishing photograph that some claim shows a soul leaving a body after a car accident. Plus, we...

Join the Wyrdo's as they go behind the gates of the magnificent  Corfe Castle  for a special after-hours investigation! In this episode of  Wyrd Wessex , Craig and Andy explore the thousand-year history of this iconic fortress and the chilling tales that have been left behind. We get exclusive access to parts of the castle closed to the public and speak with our guide, blacksmith Al...

Hello and welcome back to  AfterWyrd ! Join Wyrdo's Craig and Andy as they record from a secret, undisclosed location, armed with a haunted deer skull acquired in a bizarre trade for a bag of bones! They dive into the weirdest news and most bizarre stories, guaranteed to leave you scratching your head. In This Episode: The Haunted Skull:  Craig recounts the acquisition of a haunted deer...

Welcome to  Wyrd Wessex . This week, we're delving into one of the most disturbing modern mysteries: the disappearance and death of  Elisa Lam  at the infamous  Cecil Hotel . Join Craig and Andy as they explore the hotel's terrifying history, from its chilling connections to notorious serial killers like the Night Stalker and Jack Unterweger, to the cou...

It's another episode of  AfterWyrd , where Craig and Andy bring you a fresh batch of the weirdest news and most bizarre stories from around the globe! This time, prepare for tales of chilling ghost ships, Soviet soldiers allegedly turned to stone by aliens, and a man "hissing" at firefighters, all topped off with the Prince of Darkness selling his genetic material. You won't want to miss this...

This week on  Wyrd Wessex , we're sailing into one of the most famous and perplexing mysteries of all time:  The Bermuda Triangle ! While often dismissed as myth, the real events behind the legend are genuinely chilling. Join Craig and Andy as they explore the infamous 1945 disappearance of five US Navy planes and their rescue crew, sharing the bizarre, unsettling radio messages from the...

Welcome to  AfterWyrd ! In this special episode, we celebrate reaching 500 subscribers and extend a massive thank you to all of our amazing listeners and supporters! Join Craig and Andy as they dive into some of the latest weird news stories from around the world. Prepare for terrifying ghost islands, baffling disappearances in a cursed triangle, and the return of an old favourite: the myster...

In this episode of  Wyrd Wessex , Craig and Andy dive into one of the most disturbing modern alien abduction stories ever recorded: the terrifying account from the book  Harvest  by G.L. Davis, an author so traumatized by the experience he retired! Taking place in the heart of the mysterious  Welsh Triangle , this story is not for the faint of heart. We share the horrifying exp...

Join Craig in this solo episode as he takes a deep dive into the rich folklore and ancient traditions surrounding the  Summer Solstice . From the Neolithic monuments of  Stonehenge  to the peculiar legends of a tiny Dorset village, we explore how ancient beliefs continue to influence modern-day rituals. Craig investigates the strange local folklore of the  Gabbagammies  an...

Join the Wyrdo's as they broadcast  live from inside the West Kennet Long Barrow , one of Britain's largest and most impressive Neolithic tombs! In this special episode of  Wyrd Wessex , we explore the barrow's history as a communal burial site and the strange customs of its ancient people, before diving deep into the chilling folklore surrounding it. We talk about the spirits that are s...

Welcome to  AfterWyrd , the Wyrd Wessex bonus podcast! This week, Craig and Andy are back with a brand new intro and a round-up of weird news from across the globe. We dive into a series of mind-bending news stories, debate historical fashion, and discuss the bizarre political connections to a famous TV ghost hunting show. You won't want to miss the Wyrdo's take on cursed dolls and the search...

Can a dream foretell disaster? In this chilling episode of  Wyrd Wessex , the Wyrdo's dive deep into the real-life  Premonitions Bureau , a controversial project founded by psychiatrist Dr. John Barker in the 1960s to scientifically collect prophecies and forewarnings. Join Craig and Andy as they explore the chilling accounts of people who seemingly knew disaster was coming—from the horr...

Welcome to  AfterWyrd , the bonus podcast where your favourite Wyrdo's, Craig and Andy, dive into the weirdest news and odd goings-on! This week, we're on a mind-bending journey that takes us from a brain-healing drug invented from LSD to a ghost that's prophesying the end of the world. We also get into a major historical spat over the Bayeux Tapestry, discussing whether a specific shape is a...

On this episode of  Wyrd Wessex , the Wyrdo's Craig and Andy delve into one of the most famous cryptid cases of all time:  The Mothman . From its ominous appearances in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, to recent sightings in Chicago, this winged creature with glowing red eyes is more than just folklore—it's a harbinger of doom, a psychological phenomenon, or maybe something far more sinist...