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For anyone into weird stuff, you have found 'your people.' We tackle topics of the bizarre, supernatural and otherworldly in an easy, conversational format. If you need to wander down...
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For anyone into weird stuff, you have found 'your people.' We tackle topics of the bizarre, supernatural and otherworldly in an easy, conversational format. If you need to wander down some research rabbit-holes, Strange Talk will provide all the fodder you need.
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Strange Talk
Strange Talk
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6 SEP 2024 · Welcome, seekers of the strange and unexplained, to another eerie episode of Strange Talk. I’m your host Alyx, inviting you to turn off the lights, huddle close, and turn up the radio. Your curiosity is our compass, and we’re here to lead you into the heart of the unknown.In this half of the show we're talking weird urban legends of creatures in Kentucky and Ohio. Dare you to encounter the enigmatic Flying Manta Ray, a translucent creature of the skies with an ominous presence? Feel your pulse quicken as we slink through stories of the elusive black panthers in Kentucky prowling the night, and the Green Clawed Beast, a monstrous entity that lurks through the underbrush of the Ohio River. Then hold your breath as we delve into the folklore surrounding the infamous Beast of Bullitt County, a creature that haunts the whispers of local lore.But our journey doesn't end there: prepare yourself for the bewitching world of divination as we explore the peculiar art of Tyromancy—fortune telling through cheese. Yes, you heard right. Discover what the curd may reveal about your future as we talk about the bizarre and now unpopular practice of divining with dairy. Learn why Artemidorus of Daldis thought cheese was evil.As the night creeps on and the shadows deepen, we’ll also confront the haunting specters of the digital realm. Join us as we discuss the strange phenomena that lurk within the circuits and screens, and explore the witchcraft-like rituals of computer repair that might just make you reconsider your next tech support call.So, brace yourselves for an evening of chilling local lore, mystical pepperjack insights, and tech-driven terrors. This is Strange Talk, where the line between the known and the unknown is delightfully thin.
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30 AUG 2024 · As the clock strikes 9pm, the airwaves crackle to life with the sinister hum of Strange Talk. Tonight's episode drips with the weird, unraveling a tapestry of the unknown and the unsettling with news from around the world.Â
First, we celebrate the new cryptid mural by artist, Liz Pavlovic (@keepon_creepinon), that has graced a West Virginia pizza parlor—a masterpiece depicting creatures said to haunt the darkened woods of the Appalachian Mountains: Mothman, Braxie, the Grafton Monster, and Bigfoot. These creatures are depicted sharing a slice of pizza at Milano's, a local WV restaurant.
Next, we travel to Taiwan, where an arrest has been made in a bizarre case involving two men who dressed up as a vengeful demon to terrorize unsuspecting townsfolk like Scooby Doo villains. Delve into the disturbing details of this ghastly stunt, and explore the cultural significance of Ghost Month in the region. Could this be a prank gone too far, or is something more sinister at play?Finally, we venture to Pennsylvania, where an archaic law concerning fortune telling has sparked a contentious court case. Discover the strange wording of this long-forgotten legislation and the modern-day implications of its enforcement. Is this legal battle a mere relic of the past, or does it hint at deeper, darker forces still influencing our world?Join us if you dare, as Strange Talk guides you through a night of eerie revelations and weird news. Close the curtains, turn up the volume, and remember: sometimes, the scariest stories are the ones that might just be true.
Music for this episode includes the Strange Talk Intro by Star Silk, Xenomorph by Karl Casey, and backing tracks by LoFiGeek.
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23 AUG 2024 · As the clock strikes 9pm, the airwaves crackle to life with the sinister hum of Strange Talk. Tonight's episode drips with the weird, unraveling a tapestry of the unknown and the unsettling with news from around the world.
First, we dive into the mist-shrouded depths of Lake Champlain, where a team of filmmakers has stumbled upon footage that may reveal the elusive Champy. The recording promises to either cement the Champy legend or pull back a veil that should have remained closed. What they captured is more than just a ripple in the water; it’s a glimpse into the darkness that lurks just beyond our understanding.
Then, we shift to a chilling courtroom drama that unfolds in the heart of suburban America. A local man is locked in a bitter legal battle with his own government, all because he dares to voice a conspiracy theory so strange it defies belief: that the astronauts of the Challenger disaster never perished but are living in secret. This one is almost too weird to be true!
Finally, brace yourself for a rapid-fire barrage of tech news that will leave your skin crawling. From AI algorithms predicting what's on people's screens from HDMI cord electromagnetic radiation, to mysterious AI being integrated into a children's toy, some advancements of technology are taking a dark turn. Each news byte is a step further into the labyrinth of our digital nightmares.
Join us if you dare, as Strange Talk guides you through a night of eerie revelations and unsettling news. Close the curtains, turn up the volume, and remember: sometimes, the scariest stories are the ones that might just be true.
Music for this episode includes the Strange Talk Intro by Star Silk, Floating Point Error by RELIC, and backing tracks by LoFiGeek.
15 AUG 2024 · This week on Strange Talk, Alyx and Mark venture deep into the heart of Eastern European folklore with a truly spellbinding guest—Dr. Jeanmarie Rouhier-Willoughby, a distinguished professor of Russian folklore and linguistics. Join us as Dr. Rouhier-Willoughby shares the chilling myths and legends surrounding two of Slavic folklore’s most enigmatic and fearsome entities: Baba Yaga and the rusalka.Â
Prepare to be captivated by tales of the witch-like Baba Yaga, who dwells in a house on chicken legs and is said to possess dark, unpredictable powers. Discover the eerie lore of the rusalka, the vengeful spirits of drowned women who rise from the depths to exact their tragic revenge. Dr. Rouhier-Willoughby will illuminate the origins, symbolism, and the unnerving presence these legends continue to hold in contemporary culture and illuminate the distinctions between tales, myths, and legends.
Tune in for an episode rich with the echoes of mysterious Slavic legends that will leave you questioning the mysteries that lurk just beyond the veil of folklore.
Music for this episode includes the Strange Talk Intro by Star Silk, Baba Yaga by Kevin MacLeod, and backing tracks by LoFiGeek
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8 AUG 2024 · This week on Strange Talk, your hosts Alyx and Mark dive into the chilling legacy of one of the most iconic figures in horror literature. Join us as we welcome Dacre Stoker, the great-grandnephew of Bram Stoker, the legendary author of Dracula. Dacre brings with him a wealth of eerie insights into the genesis of the Gothic classic and the dark family history that continues to haunt the Stoker name.In this spine-tingling episode, we’ll unravel the secrets behind Bram Stoker’s inspiration for the infamous Count Dracula, explore how the tale has evolved through the ages, and discover what unsettling family stories have been passed down through generations. Dacre will also reveal exclusive details about his own chilling works, his time as an Olympic coach, and the uncharted territories of vampire lore.As George Bernard Shaw said, "If you cannot get rid of the family skeleton, you may as well make it dance". Prepare yourself for a night of macabre tales, spectral whispers, and the kind of spine-chilling conversation that only Strange Talk can deliver. Tune in—if you dare!Music for this episode includes the Strange Talk Intro by Star Silk, Bad Omen by Karl Casey, and backing tracks by LoFiGeek.
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16 MAY 2024 · EPISODE 100
This week Alyx and Robin are joined by Nancy Thames (pronounced Tims) from Time for Disclosure to talk about her experiences as a lifelong inter-dimensional being contactee and her time working for the Department of Defense. This one is a little longer than usual because Nancy was such a lovely guest, and we couldn't have been more honored for her to join us for our 100th episode! Tune in to find out why we're ALL the disclosure, and as Nancy wrote on her website: Wishing you clear skies and wide eyes.
Music for this episode includes the Strange Talk Intro by Star Silk, Crash Site by Karl Casey, and backing tracks by LoFiGeek.
10 MAY 2024 · This week Alyx and Robin are talking numbers stations, cryptography, and jump scare malware. We discuss some of the classic numbers stations like the Lincolnshire Poacher, Жужжалка or the Buzzer, and more. Gszmp blf uli orhgvmrmt gl Hgizmtv Gzop. Tllw ofxp zmw tllwmrtsg.
Music for this episode includes the Strange Talk Intro by Star Silk, The System Has Failed by Karl Casey, and backing tracks by LoFiGeek.
3 MAY 2024 · This week Alyx and Calla are talking world's most haunted cities, lunacy and moon rituals, and then we're talking some weird news with a mass hysteria/possible doppelgänger sighting at a Malaysian school and then a security guard at a museum in Mexico capturing a photo of a possible specter.Â
Music for this episode includes the Strange Talk Intro by Star Silk, Eternal Night by Karl Casey, and backing tracks by LoFiGeek.
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18 APR 2024 · This week Alyx and Robin are joined by Anthony Cousins, the director of Frogman. Frogman is now streaming on several streaming services. 'Three friends in search of the Loveland Frogman finds out that he is more than just a local legend.' We're talking about the process of making the movie, Loveland lore, and the possibilities of a second Frogman movie as well as movies for other local legends! Anthony also talks with us about some lesser known cryptids: the Octomen on the Little Miami, the West Virginia Vegetableman, and the Colorado slide rock-bolter.Â
We also ask an important question: Do you even build a castle unless you're going to come back and haunt it?
Music for this episode includes the Strange Talk Intro by Star Silk, Night Dweller by Karl Casey, and backing tracks by LoFiGeek.
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5 APR 2024 · This week Alyx and Robin are talking weird news including a grim reaper appearance at a wake, clairvoyant corruption in France, a UFO fleet sighting over New York, possibly haunted flowers at a funeral, mushroom synths, and the Sato-surname-singularity. Be sure to stay tuned in as we have some froggy guests coming up next week!
Music for this episode includes the Strange Talk Intro by Star Silk, Virtual Death by Karl Casey, and backing tracks by LoFiGeek.
For anyone into weird stuff, you have found 'your people.' We tackle topics of the bizarre, supernatural and otherworldly in an easy, conversational format. If you need to wander down...
show more
For anyone into weird stuff, you have found 'your people.' We tackle topics of the bizarre, supernatural and otherworldly in an easy, conversational format. If you need to wander down some research rabbit-holes, Strange Talk will provide all the fodder you need.
show less
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