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Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 16min

Happy Halloween: How Selling Your Soul Works

In a spooky Halloween discussion, the hosts dive into the intriguing idea of selling one's soul. They explore historical and cultural contexts, revealing the origins of the concept and its persistent power in storytelling. From Faustian deals to black masses, the conversation spans various interpretations of this dark trope. They also touch on how musicians have capitalized on devil-deal myths to enhance their fame. Ultimately, they conclude that while many have believed in soul-selling, proof remains elusive.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 51min

The Bermuda Triangle: A Live Q&A

The hosts dive into intriguing audience questions about the Bermuda Triangle, including simultaneous navigation failures and government secrets. They ponder which classified files they'd examine with presidential access, from UFOs to MKUltra. Personal encounters with UFOs and cryptids spice up the conversation, while they tread cautiously around contentious topics like Scientology. Weather control through HAARP also gets a mention, alongside discussions on ancient civilizations and the authenticity of moon landing footage, wrapping up with an invitation for listeners to connect.
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Oct 29, 2025 • 49min

STDWYTK Presents: The Bermuda Triangle, Live From The Bermuda Triangle

Join the hosts as they dive into the enigmatic Bermuda Triangle, tackling its history and obsession in a live setting. They recount the dramatic story of Flight 19's mysterious disappearance and explore notable vanishings like the Witchcraft. Learn about the natural phenomena that complicate investigations, as well as fringe theories involving aliens and time travel. With insights from a captain's perspective, they unravel the stories that keep this myth alive, blending skepticism with fascination in a captivating experience.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 1h

CLASSIC: Tatum Salt Dome: Nuclear Explosions on U.S. Soil

Explore the shadowy history of U.S. nuclear testing beyond Three Mile Island. Discover why the Tatum Salt Dome was chosen as an underground test site, and hear about the shocking consequences of the Salmon detonation in 1964. Unearth the troubling cleanup decisions that led to radioactive waste in local aquifers. The episode highlights lingering contamination concerns and the government’s inadequate responses, raising critical questions about trust and safety in nuclear practices.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 58min

Strange News: Breathe Through Your Butt, Steal Chairs, Watch the Skies and Oh, Tight: a Foreign Base in the US?

Discover the bizarre world of butt-breathing research that could revolutionize medicine. Explore an international chair heist in Madrid, where over 1,100 chairs vanished! Tune in for tales of lottery winners consulting ChatGPT for lucky numbers. Delve into the mystery of the comet 3I/ATLAS with its strange behaviors. Finally, unpack Qatar's surprising new military training facility in Idaho, which left local officials in shock. This week is a wild ride through peculiar news and revelations!
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Oct 24, 2025 • 1h 7min

CLASSIC: The Lost City of Ubar: The True Story of "The Atlantis of the Sands"

Dive into the legend of Ubar, the 'Atlantis of the Sands,' whispered of across Arabian lore and even mentioned in the Quran. Explore how this fabled city was believed to be a prosperous trade hub for frankincense and myrrh, lost to the desert's wrath. Discover the challenges of the Rub' al Khali's vast landscape and the explorers who sought its secrets. Recent satellite findings hint at a possible location, revealing archaeological treasures that blur the lines between myth and reality. What could this mean for other lost cities?
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Oct 23, 2025 • 1h 10min

CLASSIC: The Rise of the Agent Provocateur

This episode dives into the power of protests as a constitutional right and explores the role of agent provocateurs in subverting movements. The hosts dissect historical and modern tactics used to discredit protests, including COINTELPRO strategies and astroturfing. Listeners learn practical safety tips for participation, as well as the importance of verifying claims in the age of digital disinformation. Plus, they clarify the complex term 'Antifa' and highlight the challenges posed by online manipulation.
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Oct 22, 2025 • 57min

CLASSIC: Stratospheric Aerosol Injections: Saving the World with Chemtrails

Exploring the contentious topic of chemtrails, hosts discuss how stratospheric aerosol injections (SAI) could combat climate change. They dive into the science behind SAI, its potential benefits, and the technological hurdles it faces. The conversation touches on the ethical implications of prioritizing global benefits over regional harms. Concerns about governance, equity, and the longevity of aerosol effects are also examined. Could SAI really be a step toward saving the planet, or is it merely a temporary fix?
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Oct 21, 2025 • 57min

CLASSIC: The Santa Susana Field Experiment Coverup

Dive into the chilling events of July 1959 when a nuclear partial meltdown occurred at the Santa Susana Field Laboratory, hidden from the public eye. Explore the secrets of Cold War partnerships and the alarming worker health impacts due to radiation exposure. Hear personal testimony of cancer risks linked to the contamination and the legal battles that followed. Unearth how local journalism eventually revealed the truth, and discover the ongoing cleanup challenges that leave communities still facing uncertainty.
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Oct 20, 2025 • 1h 4min

CLASSIC: The 2001 Anthrax Letter Attacks: Who was actually responsible?

The podcast delves into the chilling anthrax letter attacks shortly after 9/11, exploring the mysterious figure of scientist Bruce Ivins, who was deemed responsible. It unpacks the biological aspects of anthrax, the complexities of weaponization, and the extensive FBI investigation dubbed Amerithrax. Doubts about Ivins's sole involvement spark discussions of alternate theories, including foreign terrorists and potential government cover-ups. Expert critiques further complicate the narrative, leaving listeners to ponder who really might be behind the attacks.

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