Your Brain On Weird

Welcome to back to *fanfare* a bonus episode of YBOW! We took last month off but came back with some crazy stories to make your brain just a little weird. This time around we talked weird gravestones, trans rights in the early 1900's, and creepy cryptids. Join us and leave with some stuff to think about! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yourbrainonweird/message Support this podcast:...

Connie, Nessie, and Champ, oh my! This week Sam added another water cryptid to our arsenal with the story of Kooshii, the lake monster from Japan. They are a very shiny boi with a need for speed! Spoiler alert: we LOVE Kooshii. Jess took out the Science edition of High Times again for some light reading about mutant weed! HIGHLY recommend you have an image search available for this one. Thanks for...

We recorded on a different day this week and things got CRAZY!  SPOILER ALERT: If you haven't listened to Episode 30, turn your ass around and go listen to that first! This week, Jess covered Part Two of Skinwalker Ranch. Word is out about this "Paranormal Disneyland" and everyone wants to be involved, including the vocalist of one of our favorite pop-punk bands. If you're an eccentric property ma...

It's time for the story that inspired us to make a podcast! Welcome to Jess's first two-parter, the story of Skinwalker Ranch. For the first half, we discussed the history of the area, local legends, and what happened for the two years that the Sherman's owned the ranch. They've got poltergeists, cryptids, UFO's, portals, footballs - Skinwalker Ranch has it all! Sam then gave us an update on where...

Our brains are a little extra weird this time! Sam took us back to Ireland and told the story of Leap castle, where a bunch of really brutal stuff happened. It's definitely haunted in a bunch of weird ways. Remember, if you're going to make a living as an assassin, accept payment up front! Then Jess reads us an article about edibles from the Science issue of High Times. How's THAT for science! Tha...

TW: Suicide This week we welcome back Jeff, except this time we're getting base broth Jeff. A more grounded Jeff, if you will. We sat down and he told us the story of the Heaven's Gate cult. They just couldn't stick to the deli or software development... However, they did get a GREAT deal on the shoes! It may be the most dangerous Crew you could ever decide to join. Jeff also gave us some quick fa...

It's lucky number 27 (or "the exorcist" on naeq.io)! Sam took us to Texas this week to check out Goat Man's Bridge. We are once again reminded that racism and white supremacy are the root of some of our favorite stories. We also found out that Jess is actually Goat Man and we decided to plan a trip to summon Baphomet once we are released from quarantine. Jess got a little personal this week and sh...

Welcome back to Your Brain On Weird, where everything is an owl apparently! Jess talked about the cryptid (alien?) that she thinks may be the sexiest, the Flatwoods Monster. Do they have arms? The world may never know. But they sure are fashionable! Sam then gave us an update on what states are making moves for (or against) cannabis legalization in the US. Watch out for those stoners eating Twinki...

First of all, sorry for pushing back this month's mini episode - October was crazy! However we think you'll like what we came up with. The voice of our disclaimer joined us for this month's A Little Weird! Please welcome Rough-and-Tumble Podcast Jeff! Jess read some questions from Yahoo! Answers MBMBAM style and Jeff and Sam offered their professional insight. If you've been wondering how to sign...

Happy Halloween and Blessed Samhain! We got together (on Zoom) with two of our closest occult pals to talk about all things creepy, weird, and scary. Seth told us about some of his personal experiences, we talked about the scariest things to ever happen to us, and we discuss Mothman's Butt in depth. We also discussed pooping ghosts, sexy cryptids, and how Seth is actually the Ozark Howler. We had...

Welcome to an extra-special Halloween episode! Sam treated us to a dramatic reading of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. There was lots of talk of food and a wonderful time was had by all (except one unfortunate soul). Jess then gave us an update on where marijuana stands on some state ballots for the November 3rd election. If you've already voted, thank you! Otherwise, get out and vote or we officiall...

Trigger warning: discussion of abuse, suicide, and mental illness. Let Satan take over! This week we discussed one of New England's first possessions, the case of Elizabeth Knapp. She definitely ate cheesy potatoes, we fact-checked it. Jess also complained a ton about Puritan America and we talked about our privilege as witches in modern times. Meducation this week was once again brought to you by...

It's Halloween Month and therefor we're hitting y'all with some of the scariest stories that we know. Sam shared the story of the Sallie House in Kansas this week, a story that has traumatized us ever since we heard it. We could have talked about this place for hours but decided to refrain... For now. Then Jess reads us 5 Fun Facts and Rumors About THC. We learned some really weird stuff during th...

Welcome back to the Wickedest Podcast in the... East? This week Jess covered a classic ghost town in Arizona. Jerome is quite literally a town full of ghosts, including a ghost dog, old-timey headless miners, and a bunch of strong-ass ladies. Then Sam talks about the wonderful film that is Reefer Madness, aka our favorite thing to have come out of the 30's. Thanks so much for listening! --- This e...

Welcome to our September Little Weird! This week we read a series of stories from some of our listeners, Stella, Hecate, and Kin. It's a super spooky ghost-filled episode! You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll poof your ass outta here! Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yourbrainonweird/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yourbrainonweird/support

Happy Mabon and Libra season to Sam's fellow well-balanced humans! This week they celebrated by talking about Astrology and our relation to it. They also have some advice for people of all signs - trust them, they're an expert. Jess then led us in Cannabis History 101 and we talk about that bitch Racism again... Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to ma...

Back into the weird world of cryptids we go! Jess told us about the legend of Champ, the lake monster from Lake Champlain. He could be a dinosaur, a horse, or even a whale. With over 300 sightings, we may never know exactly what he is - but we can heavily speculate! Sam covered the difference between THC-A and THC for this week's edition of Meducation. We talked about how to read labels for your c...

*Trigger Warning* This episode includes discussions of cult behavior, emotional abuse, suicide, and mental illness. It's time for Part Two of Sam's cult series! We pick up where we left off in episode 14 and Sam talks about what happened after the Final Fantasy House - otherwise known as The Sara Saga. It's honestly an absolute mess. Our Meducation this week was inspired by Suicide Prevention Mont...

We went international again this week and Jess covered the Edinburgh Vaults in Scotland. The history of this place isn't very pleasant, but that just makes for a creepier story, and more hauntings! Bonus: Jess also realizes that she may have actually had a paranormal experience here... But of course we will never be sure. Sam then Meducated us on the difference between smoking and vaping your weed...

Welcome to the second part of our Demonology series! Sam talked about three demons this week - Stolas, Aamon, and Bifrons. As usual, the owls are not what they seem... For Meducation, Jess talked about how to keep your weed fresh. We learned a LOT this time around. Thanks so much for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app ---...

We can't believe we've been doing this for four months already! This month's mini-episode crammed a lot of weird into a little time. We talked about witches, vampires, and abductions. We also realized that sometimes discussing the paranormal can get somewhat problematic... Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yourbrainonweird/message Support this podcast: https://an...

Jess needed an excuse to talk about Hellier again, so this week she covered remote viewing. This isn't your typical stage magic - it may even be a gift from extraterrestrials! For Meducation this week, Sam talked about the difference between smoking weed and eating edibles. Don't underestimate the brownies, they'll get ya. Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easies...

Trigger Warning: Emotional and physical abuse, brainwashing, and manipulation. As requested by our Patrons, Sam decided to cover our first cult this week. They started us off with the Final Fantasy 7 House... Honestly, it's pretty awful. But it's really, REALLY weird. Jess then gave us a run-down on the benefits of CBD and we decide that we've been missing out. Thanks for listening! --- This episo...

It's time for the topic that traumatized us as children - Spontaneous Human Combustion! Don't drink, smoke, or stress out too much or you may be next... Unless the poltergeists decide to spare you. For this week's Meducation, Sam made a PSA about animals and weed, which do NOT mix. We repeat, DO NOT GET YOUR PETS HIGH. It's not funny. Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor...

DEMONS! Welcome to our Intro to Demonology! Sam gives us a brief, general history of demons and what they are to some religions. This is just the beginning of our many discussions related to this topic. We also talked about Baphomet and what they symbolize to Satanists like us! Jess used this week's Meducation to talk about terpenes (please don't call them "terps"). Thanks for listening! --- This...