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Hysteria 51 is your offbeat weekly podcast destination for all things weird and wonderful! We navigate the cosmic highways of UFOs, the alien-infested landscapes, and the enigmatic frontiers of the paranormal. With your hosts, Brent Hand and David Flora, alongside our cantankerous tin man, Conspiracy Bot (with a not-so-subtle desire to rule the world, doubling as our chief inquisitor into the unknown), we delve into unique mysteries, the inexplicable, and the downright unusual.

Each week, we explore a fresh topic, making one thing crystal clear... the truth is out there, but you won’t find it here.

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Hysteria 51 is your offbeat weekly podcast destination for all things weird and wonderful! We navigate the cosmic highways of UFOs, the alien-infested landscapes, and the enigmatic frontiers of the paranormal. With your hosts, Brent Hand and David Flora, alongside our cantankerous tin man, Conspiracy Bot (with a not-so-subtle desire to rule the world, doubling as our chief inquisitor into the unknown), we delve into unique mysteries, the inexplicable, and the downright unusual.

Each week, we explore a fresh topic, making one thing crystal clear... the truth is out there, but you won’t find it here.

    Blurry Hysteria: Thylacine's Genetic Secrets & Signs of Extraterrestrial Life | BONUS

    Blurry Hysteria: Thylacine's Genetic Secrets & Signs of Extraterrestrial Life | BONUS

    This week in Weird News it is two groundbreaking stories at the frontiers of science and the unknown. First, join us as we explore a scientific marvel – the recovery of RNA from the extinct Thylacine, also known as the Tasmanian Tiger. What does this groundbreaking achievement mean for our understanding of life and extinction? Then, we journey beyond our planet to examine a tantalizing discovery that could redefine our search for extraterrestrial life. Scientists have detected a molecule, dimethyl sulphide (DMS), on a distant world – a molecule that, on Earth, is only produced by living organisms. Could this be the first real evidence of life beyond Earth? Tune in to "Blurry Hysteria" for a deep dive into these fascinating stories, where the lines between science, mystery, and the potential for life's existence in various forms blur intriguingly.

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    • 20 min
    Blurry Hysteria: Ghostly Honeymoons & Elizondo's Enigmas | BONUS

    Blurry Hysteria: Ghostly Honeymoons & Elizondo's Enigmas | BONUS

    It's Weird News Time!

    First, we unravel the perplexing world of Luis Elizondo and his myriad of enigmatic claims that have stirred the UFO community. What truths and mysteries lie behind his promises? Next, we shift gears to a story that blurs the line between reality and the paranormal. Join us as we explore the curious case of a singer who 'married' a ghost and the unexpected twists their supernatural honeymoon took. This episode is a rollercoaster of weird news, combining the unexplainable and the unbelievable. Tune in to not just listen, but to experience the world of Blurry Hysteria!

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    • 23 min
    Ghosts, Gaffes, and Gunshots: The Spooky Saga of the Hammersmith Ghost Murder | 356

    Ghosts, Gaffes, and Gunshots: The Spooky Saga of the Hammersmith Ghost Murder | 356

    We're taking a wild journey back in time to the eerie streets of Hammersmith, England in 1803. In this hair-raising episode of Hysteria 51, we're diving deep into the bizarre and ghostly world of the Hammersmith Ghost and the infamous murder it spawned.

    Picture this: A small English suburb, a dark winter's night, and a spectral figure dressed in a bedsheet that could use a good ironing. That's right, the Hammersmith Ghost had the locals trembling in their cravats and corsets. But was it a malevolent spirit or just a mischievous prankster who couldn't resist the allure of a good old-fashioned ghost story?

    Join us as we recount the spine-tingling sightings, the hilariously misguided vigilantes, and the shocking twist that turned a spooky legend into a courtroom drama for the ages. We'll also explore the aftermath of the Hammersmith Ghost case, including the bizarre legacy it left behind.

    Get ready to laugh, gasp, and question your belief in the supernatural as we uncover the ghostly gaffes and gunshots that made Hammersmith the talk of the town. Tune in for another hilarious and historical episode of Hysteria 51, where the ghosts are funny, but the real frights come from the human follies that haunt the annals of history. Don't miss it!

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    • 45 min
    Is There Anybody Out There? Laura Krantz Returns to H51 | 355

    Is There Anybody Out There? Laura Krantz Returns to H51 | 355

    We are venturing back to the Wild Side this week as author, producer, podcaster, and all around awesome person Laura Krantz makes her triumphant return to the Lower 4th Dimension. And buckle up, because her resume is legit! Laura is an American journalist, podcaster and author. She was an editor at National Public Radio for ten years, has a series of illustrated children's books based on her podcast Wild Thing, and is a founding partner of the media company Foxtopus Ink.
    Her work has been covered extensively in the media including the Los Angeles Times, FOX, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, and most importantly, now Hysteria 51. 
    She joins us to talk her new book Is Anybody Out There? And, Nation, we can't sign it's praises enough so make sure to check it out!
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    • 50 min
    What's the Story, Morning Gory - Ghost Stories from Blurry Photos | 354

    What's the Story, Morning Gory - Ghost Stories from Blurry Photos | 354

    Cbot has done it again! Brent is out this week from a bot booze-related incident, so Flora is telling some ghost stories for the Halloween season! It's an episode from Blurry Photos featuring a handful of spine-tingling tales narrated by Flora. Enjoy, and Happy Halloween!



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    Flora is back with a handful of aptly spookily dookilies in the tenth edition of ghost stories! A cursed tub, an Ex to die for, and zombies fill this year’s edition of ghost stories. David weaves these yarns and more for your listening pleasure.

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    • 35 min
    Somewhere in the Skies Takeover: The Tehran UFO Incident | 353

    Somewhere in the Skies Takeover: The Tehran UFO Incident | 353

    For our 2nd and last week of vacation the one and only Ryan Sprague takes over our feed to tell us the tale of the Tehran UFO Incident! Make sure to check our Ryan's website for all of his shows, books, and amazing podcast, Somewhere in the Skies!

    Original Description:

    In 1976, strange lights were being sighted over the city of Tehran, Iran. After dozens of reports, the Iranian Air Force sent up several fighter jets to investigate. General Parvis Jafari would attempt to identify the lights, soon discovering it was much more than just lights in the sky. He would soon be involved in one of the most tense standoffs with a UFO ever reported, and the subsequent investigation that would include the Iranian Air Force, the United States Air Force, the DIA, CIA, and NSA. What exactly was seen in the skies that day, and why did it seem that the United States wanted control of the entire investigation? This is the extraordinary story of the Tehran UFO Incident. (Voiceover provided by Roman Alec Trevino and Conor J. Nolan)

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    • 56 min

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