Let’s be Brief(ed)

Sydney & Sara Let's Be Briefed

Join best friends Sara and Sydney for your bi-weekly briefing as they speculate on the world's mysteries, conspiracies and other unknowns.

  1. 02/03/2025

    New Project: The Paranoid Perspective Podcast

    Hello everyone, Sara here for a quick update. I know this podcast has been on hiatus for quite a while, and unfortunately that isn’t likely to change soon, but I do want to announce another podcast that I’ve been working on with my brother Jake. It’s called the Paranoid Perspective, where we share the various paranoid perspectives for unsolved mysteries and conspiracies and the like. First episode is live now where ever you listen to podcasts. You can also watch the full episodes on YouTube with video. Episodes will be posted every Monday at 11am CT. Hope to see you over there at The Paranoid Perspective. And remember, just because you’re paranoid, doesn’t mean they’re not watching. Social Media: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheParanoidPerspective Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theparanoidperspe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_paranoid_perspective/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571915435705 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/paraperspective.bsky.social

    1 min

  2. 08/20/2024

    The Disappearance of Lauren Spierer

    Join Sara and Sydney this week as we delve into the mysterious disappearance of Lauren Spierer, a 20-year-old Indiana University student who vanished without a trace on June 3, 2011. We explore the timeline, the search efforts, and the lingering questions that have haunted her family and community for over a decade. Join us as we uncover the details and theories surrounding this heartbreaking case. Sources for this episode: College Girl, Missing by Shawn Cohen https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Lauren_Spierer Have a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbebriefed@gmail.com Like our content? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89475726 Find us here for podcast updates: Facebook page: Let's Be Briefed Tiktok: Let's Be Briefed

    1h 1m

  3. 08/06/2024

    Alchemy

    Alchemy, with its promises of transmuting base metals into gold and discovering the elixir of life, has fascinated and confounded scholars and seekers alike. Behind its veiled curtains lies a realm of esoteric knowledge, mystical symbolism, and clandestine experiments that have sparked countless theories and legends. Join Sydney and Sara as we explore the shadows of history where alchemists toiled in obscurity, pursued by rumors of arcane rituals and hidden agendas. From ancient Egypt's alchemical roots to the Renaissance courts of Europe, and even to the laboratories of modern science, the allure of alchemy persists, shrouded in conspiracy and intrigue. Sources for this episode:"The Alchemists: The Search for the Philosopher's Stone" (2007) "The Science of Alchemy" (2011) - part of the Secrets of the Occult series "The Perennial Journey: Alchemy's Art and Science" (2012) The Alchemy Website (http://www.levity.com/alchemy/) The Digital Alchemy Collection at the Getty Research Institute (https://www.getty.edu/research/special_collections/notable/alchemy.html) The Internet Sacred Text Archive (https://www.sacred-texts.com/alc/) Journal of the History of Ideas Ambix: The Journal of the Society for the History of Alchemy and Chemistry Aries: Journal for the Study of Western Esotericism "Alchemy: The Philosophers' Stone" by Lawrence M. Principe (article in Chemical Heritage Magazine) "The Golden Game: Alchemical Engravings of the Seventeenth Century" by Stanislas Klossowski de Rola "The Alchemy of Happiness" by Imam Al-Ghazzali "Alchemy & Mysticism" by Alexander Roob "The Secret Teachings of All Ages" by Manly P. Hall Have a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbebriefed@gmail.comLike our content? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89475726 Find us here for podcast updates:Facebook page: Let's Be BriefedTiktok: Let's Be Briefed

    42 min

  4. 07/23/2024

    5 Cases of Spontaneous Human Combustion

    Have you ever heard of someone bursting into flames with no apparent cause? What could possibly cause such a phenomenon? Is this a real phenomenon or just an urban legend? Join Sara and Sydney today as we investigate five strange cases of spontaneous human combustion, delving into the science and discussing the theories that attempt to explain these mysterious occurrences. This discussion is sure to spark your interest! Sources for this episode: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spontaneous_human_combustion http://anomalyinfo.com/Stories/1938-october-or-19551959-october-maybelle-andrews-combustion https://cdn.centerforinquiry.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2001/03/22164832/p28.pdf https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/features/spontaneous-human-combustion-woman-who-suffered-burns-in-germany-spurs-debate-about-controversial-phenomenon-a6722166.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Mary_Reeser https://www.tampabay.com/news/florida/2019/10/17/spontaneous-combustion-in-st-petersburg-the-curious-case-of-mary-reeser/ https://allthatsinteresting.com/mary-reeser https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Irving_Bentley https://www.theguardian.com/world/2011/sep/23/irish-pensioner-killed-spontaneous-combustion http://anomalyinfo.com/Stories/2010-december-3031-elizabeth-mclaughlins-fiery-death http://anomalyinfo.com/search/node/spontaneous%20human%20combustion?page=12 Have a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbebriefed@gmail.com Like our content? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89475726 Find us here for podcast updates: Facebook page: Let's Be Briefed Tiktok: Let's Be Briefed

    35 min

  5. 07/09/2024

    Oak Island

    Join Sydney and Sara this week as we explore the enigmatic Oak Island and its legendary hidden treasures. From the infamous Money Pit to intriguing artifacts and cryptic clues, we delve into the island's rich history and the ongoing quest to uncover its secrets. Discover the theories, the discoveries, and the enduring allure of one of the world's greatest treasure mysteries. Whether you're a history buff or a treasure hunter at heart, this episode promises to captivate your imagination. Tune in and join the adventure! Sources for this episode:"The Oak Island Mystery" by R. V. Harris "The Oak Island Enigma: A History and Inquiry into the Origin of the Money Pit" by Thomas P. Leary and Philip L. Schrader "Oak Island Secrets" by Mark Finnan Have a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbebriefed@gmail.com Like our content? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89475726 Find us here for podcast updates: Tiktok: Let's Be Briefed

    48 min

  6. 06/25/2024

    Setagaya Murders

    Join Sara and Sydney this week as we discuss the chilling case of the Setagaya Murders. On December 30, 2000, a family of four were brutally murdered during a home invasion. The killer left a plethora of evidence including his fingerprints, DNA and the majority of his outfit. However, the case still remains unsolved to this day. Sources for this episode: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Setagaya_family_murder#:~:text=the%20crime%20scene.-,Investigation,killer%20in%20the%20Miyazawas'%20bathroom https://japantoday.com/category/crime/setagaya-family-murders-remain-unsolved-23-years-later https://medium.com/the-mystery-box/what-we-really-know-about-the-setagaya-family-murder-a87389875e71 https://www.keishicho.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/multilingual/chinese/safe_society/wanted/seijo.files/chn.pdf https://www.asahi.com/sp/ajw/articles/13660754 Faceless Podcast Series Have a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbebriefed@gmail.com Like our content? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89475726 Find us here for podcast updates: Facebook page: Let's Be Briefed Tiktok: Let's Be Briefed

    1h 16m

  7. 06/11/2024

    Missing 411

    Join Sydney and Sara this week as we delve into the perplexing world of the Missing 411, the phenomenon documented by Dave Paulides of baffling disappearances of individuals under mysterious circumstances in national parks and wilderness areas. Sources for this episode "Missing 411: The Movie" (Documentary)Interviews with David Paulides on YouTube or podcast platforms like Joe Rogan Experience, Coast to Coast AM, etc.:"Missing 411 with David Paulides” Stuff They Don’t Want You to KnowReddit: r/Missing411The CanAm Missing Project Forum: A forum on the official website of the CanAm Missing Project, founded by David Paulides."Debunking the Mystery of Missing 411: Separating Fact from Fiction" "Analyzing David Paulides' Methodology: Where Does the Evidence Lead?" "The Psychology of Disappearances: Understanding the Human Factors Behind Wilderness Vanishings".Metabunk "Missing 411: A Critical Examination of Case Data""Addressing Anomalies: Rational Explanations for Mysterious Wilderness Disappearances""Challenging Missing 411 Theory: Identifying Weaknesses in Paulides' Hypotheses""Mysterious Disappearance in National Park Baffles Investigators: Could it be Linked to the Missing 411 Phenomenon?""Search Intensifies for Missing Hiker as Questions Mount in Wilderness Vanishing""Exclusive Interview with Author David Paulides: Exploring the Enigma of Missing 411""Vanishing Without a Trace: The Unsettling Mystery of Missing 411""Family Seeks Answers as Search Enters Third Week for Missing Camper""Inside the Controversial World of Missing 411: A Closer Look at the Research and Skepticism""Community Rallies in Search for Missing Teenager Last Seen in National Forest""Authorities Expand Search Area for Missing Backpacker as Hope Dwindles""Interview with Lead Investigator: Challenges and Theories Surrounding Recent Wilderness Disappearance"Criminalistics: An Introduction to Forensic Science" by Richard Saferstein"Lost Person Behavior: A search and rescue guide on where to look - for land, air and water" by Robert J. KoesterInternational Journal of Search and RescueHave a topic idea for us to do in future episodes? Email us at letsbebriefed@gmail.com Like our content?  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89475726 Find us here for podcast updates: Facebook page: Let's Be Briefed Tiktok: Let's Be Briefed

    58 min

  8. 05/28/2024

    Taking A Short Break

    There will be no new episode this week, please check back with us on June 11 for our regularly scheduled content.

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Join best friends Sara and Sydney for your bi-weekly briefing as they speculate on the world's mysteries, conspiracies and other unknowns.

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  • Creator
    Sydney & Sara Let's Be Briefed
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright Sydney & Sara Let's Be Briefed
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