Strange Stuff Podcast

Andy and Mark
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Anything weird or wonderful, strange or supernatural. from murders, disappearances,abductions and hauntings, to natural phenomena, coincidences, out of this world visitors and downright unbelieveable nonsense.

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 254: The Centralia Fire

    The conversation covers a range of topics including Mark's absence, news updates, the Stig's lawsuit, Hesketh's controversy, religious controversy and misconceptions, language and swear words, historical events and their impact, and the Centralia coal mine fire. The discussion delves into the historical significance of events and the consequences of environmental disasters. The story of Centralia, a town in Pennsylvania, is a mix of tragedy and humor. The unstoppable fire, failed attempts to extinguish it, the abandonment of the town, and its legacy are all part of a unique and fascinating history. Centralia's fire continues to burn, and the town's history and aftermath are a mix of tragedy and humor. Takeaways Historical events and their impactEnvironmental disasters and their consequences Centralia's fire continues to burnThe town's history and aftermath are a mix of tragedy and humor Chapters 00:00 Mark's Absence and News Updates02:30 The Stig's Lawsuit and Hesketh's Controversy03:06 Religious Controversy and Misconceptions05:58 Language and Swear Words06:58 Historical Events and Their Impact16:59 Centralia's Coal Mine Fire24:21 The Unstoppable Fire25:14 Failed Attempts to Extinguish the Fire27:42 The Abandonment of Centralia36:39 The Legacy of Centralia

  2. Jul 19

    Episode 253: Kissing Cousins

    The conversation delves into the tragic lives of the Queen's cousins who were hidden away and disowned by the royal family due to their mental challenges. It explores the events surrounding their institutionalization and the subsequent disownment, shedding light on the treatment of mental illness within the royal family. The conversation delves into the theme of family responsibility and the neglect and abandonment of family members, particularly in the context of the royal family's treatment of their relatives with learning disabilities. It explores the media interest, public outcry, and family response, as well as the aftermath, closure, and the role of the royal family in the scandal. The genealogy and actions of the royal family are also discussed, leading to reflections on the future. Takeaways Royal family's treatment of mentally challenged relativesThe tragic lives of the Queen's cousins Family responsibilityNegligence and abandonment Chapters 00:00 The Hidden Cousins21:36 The Royal Family's Disownment28:20 Family Responsibility29:05 Media Interest and Negligence30:33 Public Outcry and Family Response36:34 Burial and Public Reaction39:19 Revelations and Contradictions41:15 Aftermath and Closure45:08 Royal Family's Role46:08 Royal Family's Genealogy48:32 Royal Family's Actions52:16 Reflections and Future

  3. Jul 12

    Episode 252: The Elevator Game

    The conversation covers childhood play and safety, political events and leaders, and forced adoption and historical events. It delves into the nostalgia of childhood play, the impact of political events and leaders, and the historical context of forced adoption. The conversation delves into the modern urban legend of the Elevator Game, exploring its origins, spread, and the fascination with liminal spaces. It highlights the power of storytelling and personal experiences in shaping internet folklore. The conversation delves into the legend of the elevator game, the stories and experiences associated with it, and the psychological impact it has on individuals. It explores the overwhelming sense of dread, the mysterious woman, time distortion, electronic malfunctions, the feeling of being watched, the other place, difficulty leaving, unsettling accounts, and the internet phenomenon. Takeaways Childhood play and safetyPolitical events and leadersForced adoption and historical events Elevator Game: A modern urban legendInternet folklore and liminal spacesThe power of storytelling and personal experiences Possibility is more powerful than certaintyThe elevator game plays on fear and expectation Chapters 00:00 Childhood Play and Safety03:06 Political Events and Leaders14:09 Forced Adoption and Historical Events33:54 The Origins of the Elevator Game43:13 The Spread of the Elevator Game49:44 The Fascination with Liminal Spaces53:27 The Legend of the Elevator Game54:58 The Stories and Experiences56:10 The Overwhelming Sense of Dread01:01:05 The Mysterious Woman01:05:14 Time Distortion and Electronic Malfunctions01:22:00 The Feeling of Being Watched01:24:21 The Other Place and Difficulty Leaving01:28:08 The Unsettling Accounts01:30:25 The Internet Phenomenon

  4. Jul 5

    Episode 251: History and Mystery

    The conversation covers a range of topics, from casual banter about the weather to historical events and mysteries. It delves into the Battle of Gettysburg, Princess Diana's birthday, and the puzzling history of the Nouragis in Sardinia. The hosts also discuss the World Cup, the Spanish American War, and the Wonderland murders. The conversation delves into the mysterious Nuragic people of Sardinia, the eerie history of Huska Castle as a gateway to hell, and the historical significance of Calaverok Castle in Scotland. Each location is shrouded in mystery and rich with historical significance, offering a unique glimpse into ancient civilizations and folklore. Takeaways Battle of Gettysburg: A turning point in the American Civil WarPrincess Diana's Birthday: Born in Sandringham, England, and famously married and divorced Prince CharlesThe Nouragis of Sardinia: Ancient stone towers built by the Nouragic civilization in the Bronze Age Ancient mysteries and civilizations hold a captivating allureHistorical landmarks offer a window into the past and spark curiosity Chapters 00:00 Straight to Business07:55 Princess Diana's Birthday16:57 History and Mystery28:00 The Nouragis of Sardinia46:12 Huska Castle: Gateway to Hell58:59 Calaverok Castle: History and Mystery

  5. Jun 28

    Episode 250: Creepy Tales

    The episode covers a range of topics, including political madness, DOJ's new rules, Keir Starmer's resignation, Andy Burnham's political alignment, Trump's avoidance of English-speaking crowds, temperature records, school closures, Venezuela earthquakes, effects of diving on health, inconvenience of heat vs. telephone queue, and a Brazilian festival with an unusual audience. The conversation covers a range of topics including the power of Instagram, podcast milestones, content quality and engagement, celebrity gossip and reality TV, decline in TV viewership, nostalgia for classic TV shows, supernatural encounters, paranormal experiences, and the practice of burning sage and smudging. The episode covers a range of supernatural and mysterious stories, including encounters with ghosts, unexplained phenomena, and eerie legends. From haunted hiking trips to ghostly encounters in apartments, the stories explore the unexplained and the paranormal. The hosts also discuss AI-generated stories and share lighthearted banter throughout the episode. Takeaways Political madness and distractions dominate the conversation.The impact of temperature records and school closures is discussed in relation to public inconvenience. The impact of Instagram on gaining followers and visibility.The significance of podcast milestones and the quality of content in engaging listeners. Supernatural encounters and unexplained phenomena can be both eerie and captivating.AI-generated stories can have a distinct style and structure, leading to discussions about their authenticity and entertainment value. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Episode 25007:26 Andy Burnham's Political Alignment16:21 Venezuela Earthquakes and Natural Disasters23:41 Inconvenience of Heat vs. Telephone Queue29:01 Celebrity Gossip and Reality TV36:13 Supernatural Encounters46:00 Paranormal Experiences52:36 Burning Sage and Smudging58:06 Taiwanese Folk Belief01:03:36 Discussion on AI-Generated Stories01:09:54 The Ghostly Encounter01:22:32 The Building Ghost

  6. Jun 21

    Episode 249: The Black Death

    The conversation covers a range of topics including the World Cup and sports enthusiasm, political events and their implications, and historical events and their impact. The hosts discuss the excitement around the World Cup, political developments, and historical events such as the Black Plague. The conversation provides insights into the intersection of sports, politics, and history. The conversation delves into the history and impact of the Black Plague, exploring its devastating effects, the spread of the disease, the role of plague doctors and quarantine, and the haunting legacy of Poveglia Island. Key takeaways include the significant impact of the Black Plague on history and the origin of the word 'quarantine' from the number 'forty'. Takeaways World Cup and sports enthusiasmPolitical events and implicationsHistorical events and their impact Black Plague's impact on historyQuarantine origins from the word 'forty' Chapters 00:00 World Cup and Sports Enthusiasm19:27 Historical Events and Their Impact25:02 The Spread and Impact of the Black Plague45:04 Poveglia Island: A Haunting Legacy

  7. Jun 14

    Episode 248: UFO or UAP - It's All The Same To Me Pt 2

    The conversation begins with an introduction and a technical hitch, leading to a discussion about bad news stories and historical events such as the Salem witch trials. The dialogue explores the psychology of why bad news stories are more newsworthy than good news stories, and delves into historical events as examples. The conversation methodically explores the emergence of structured UAP investigations, the shift in public interest, and the role of military personnel and witnesses. It also delves into the unresolved UAP cases and data limitations, highlighting the procedural and systematic approach of the Pentagon's UAP investigations. Takeaways Bad news stories are often more newsworthy than good news stories.The Salem witch trials and other historical events were discussed in the conversation. UAP investigations are a legitimate national security concernThe Pentagon's UAP investigations reflect a procedural and systematic approach Chapters 00:00 Discussion of Bad News Stories and Historical Events27:34 The Emergence of RTIP33:32 Structured UAP Investigations Begin39:01 The Role of Military Personnel and Witnesses49:53 The Unresolved UAP Cases and Data Limitations

  8. Jun 7

    Episode 247: UFO or UAP - Its All Alien To Me

    The conversation covers a range of topics including apologies, misunderstandings, World Cup, vaping laws, conspiracy theories, 9/11, music festivals, Live Nation, Spotify, music industry, photography, and discrimination. The conversation covers historical events, hot air balloon history, women's suffrage, the Tiananmen Square massacre, Pentagon UFO disclosures, the modern UFO era, the Roswell incident, and Project Blue Book's unexplained cases. The conversation delves into the history of UFO investigations, military encounters with unidentified objects, public interest, government involvement, and the testimony of military personnel. It explores the significance of military encounters, the impact on public interest, and the government's response to the phenomenon. The testimony of military personnel and the challenges of interpreting evidence are also discussed. Takeaways Apologies and misunderstandings can lead to humorous conversations.The music industry and photography are discussed in the context of modern technology and societal issues. Historical events and tragediesThe first hot air balloonPentagon UFO disclosuresProject Blue Book and unexplained cases Military encounters with unidentified objects have sparked public interest and government involvement.The testimony of military personnel plays a significant role in understanding and interpreting UFO encounters. Chapters 00:00 Apologies and Misunderstandings06:06 Music Festivals and Live Nation12:34 Spotify and Music Industry20:37 Historical Events and Tragedies26:37 Tiananmen Square Massacre40:18 Modern UFO Era and Roswell Incident45:31 The History of UFO Investigations58:02 Military Encounters with Unidentified Objects01:13:17 The Testimony of Military Personnel

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Anything weird or wonderful, strange or supernatural. from murders, disappearances,abductions and hauntings, to natural phenomena, coincidences, out of this world visitors and downright unbelieveable nonsense.

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  • Creator
    Andy and Mark
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    254
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Andy and Mark
  • Show Website
    Strange Stuff Podcast