Parhaat Weird Thing Podcastit (2024)

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The Connecticut Witch 21:49

20h ago21:49

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In Southwestern Connecticut, in a little village tucked into Monroe, there’s a legend of a local witch named Hannah Cranna—a woman who killed her husband and got away with it. But that’s just the start of trouble caused by an elderly woman who ran circles around her neighbors. Hosted and Written by Laurah Norton Research by Laurah Norton and Bryan …

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SpaceX Oopsie and Genetic Frontiers

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In Andrew’s absence, Justin Robert Young and Brian Brushwood tackle the recent SpaceX launch hiccup, where a ‘very rare glitch’ led to an unscheduled disassembly mid-mission, potentially jeopardizing the Starlink satellites’ deployment. The duo then shifts gears to a speculative debate on the future of human genetic modification for space travel, p…

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Episode 59: Déjà Vu 34:02

3d ago34:02

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The mysterious phenomenon of déjà vu is something that has baffled experts for decades. That strange sensation that you’ve lived through the present moment before is something many will be familiar with, but it’s still unclear as to why it happens. Does the answer lie in as-yet unexplored areas of psychology, or could there be a more ‘otherworldly’…

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Weird Fix 15: Fisher’s Ghost, A Royal Coincidence & The Class Of Twins 14:59

10d ago14:59

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A ghost story that’s inspired an annual festival in Australia…a bizarre coincidence involving the late Queen’s choice of royal wedding guest attire…and a strange news story involving twins. Welcome to this brand new edition of Weird Fix! Become a Patreon subscriber! http://www.patreon.com/ThingsAreAboutToGetWeird Our Merch Store! https://thingsarea…

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Episode 58: The Stanley Hotel 35:48

16d ago35:48

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It’s the hotel that inspired Stephen King to write ‘The Shining’ – The Stanley Hotel, located in Colorado’s Estes Park, has a truly fascinating history. It’s also…incredibly haunted. Depending on what you believe, of course. Join Chyaz as she explores the tales of the rooms, corridors and ghosts that make the Stanley just as eerie as the fictional …

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The Sightings 21:18

18d ago21:18

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Back in 1966, dozens of UFO sightings swept the Ann Arbor, Michigan area—and then crept through the Midwest, into New England, and beyond. And the scores of people who reported sightings—including an entire college dormitory—weren’t ready to accept the official explanation for what they experienced. Hosted and Written by Laurah Norton Research by L…

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Aviation Innovations and Misadventures

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In this episode of Weird Things, Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood embark on a journey through the evolving landscape of aviation technology. They discuss the myriad of companies attempting to develop next-generation aerial vehicles, including those adding excessive propellers to electric helicopters in hopes of making flying c…

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Aviation Innovations and Misadventures

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In this episode of Weird Things, Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood embark on a journey through the evolving landscape of aviation technology. They discuss the myriad of companies attempting to develop next-generation aerial vehicles, including those adding excessive propellers to electric helicopters in hopes of making flying c…

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Apple’s AI Ambitions and Privacy Paradox

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Andrew Mayne and Justin Robert Young dissect Apple’s approach to integrating AI into its ecosystem with a strong emphasis on privacy. They speculate on the implications of Apple’s strategy to handle AI processing on-device as much as possible, while also offering cloud processing with user permission. The trio discusses the technical hurdles, Apple…

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Apple’s AI Ambitions and Privacy Paradox

18d ago

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Andrew Mayne and Justin Robert Young dissect Apple’s approach to integrating AI into its ecosystem with a strong emphasis on privacy. They speculate on the implications of Apple’s strategy to handle AI processing on-device as much as possible, while also offering cloud processing with user permission. The trio discusses the technical hurdles, Apple…

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Weird Fix 14: Strange Monolith in Vegas, Haunted Pub in Manchester & A Literary Fact 15:08

24d ago15:08

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A mysterious, reflective monolith that’s popped up in the Las Vegas desert…a haunted pub in Manchester that’s potentially home to one of the UK’s most helpful ghosts…plus the strange tale of the books written entirely without the most-used letter in the English language. Our new instalment of Weird Fix is as varied as ever! Become a Patreon subscri…

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The Curious Case of 3D Printed Knives and AI-Generated Games

28d ago

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Andrew Mayne, Brian Brushwood, and Justin Robert Young embark on a technological odyssey, starting with Andrew’s recent acquisition of a Bamboo A1 3D printer. The excitement is palpable as Andrew shares his adventures in 3D printing everything from knives to whirligigs, showcasing the printer’s impressive capabilities. The conversation then shifts …

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The Curious Case of 3D Printed Knives and AI-Generated Games

28d ago

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Andrew Mayne, Brian Brushwood, and Justin Robert Young embark on a technological odyssey, starting with Andrew’s recent acquisition of a Bamboo A1 3D printer. The excitement is palpable as Andrew shares his adventures in 3D printing everything from knives to whirligigs, showcasing the printer’s impressive capabilities. The conversation then shifts …

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Episode 57: The Isdal Woman: Part 2 34:15

1M ago34:15

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Part 2. Today, Chyaz explores the more recent updates that have emerged in the mysterious tale of the Isdal Woman – the bizarre 1970s incident that remains one of Norway’s most infamous unsolved cases. What prompted the case to be formally re-opened in 2016? What led to tens of thousands of citizen sleuths exploring the story once more? And which n…

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The Skunk Ape 22:55

1M ago22:55

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Coming to you deep from Florida’s swamps and, well, wherever else it wants to be, is the Sunshine State’s favorite cryptid, the skunk ape: an extra smelly bigfoot who grew popular in the 1970s but, perhaps, has been around a lot longer than that. Hosted and Written by Laurah Norton Research by Laurah Norton and Bryan Worters Produced and Engineered…

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Weird Fix 13: Alcatraz Visit Q&A 17:23

1M ago17:23

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In this special edition of Weird Fix, Chyaz reflects on her recent visit to Alcatraz and answers some of YOUR questions about the experience! Did she have any ghostly experiences? Have her views on the 1962 escape changed? What was the weirdest thing she saw there? Find out now… Become a Patreon subscriber! http://www.patreon.com/ThingsAreAboutToGe…

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AI Showdown: OpenAI vs. Google

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In this episode, Andrew Mayne and Justin Robert Young dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence, focusing on the recent announcements and developments from OpenAI and Google. They discuss the significance of OpenAI’s GPT-4.0, its capabilities, and how it was presented to the public through a live demonstration, contrasting it with Google’…

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AI Showdown: OpenAI vs. Google

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In this episode, Andrew Mayne and Justin Robert Young dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence, focusing on the recent announcements and developments from OpenAI and Google. They discuss the significance of OpenAI’s GPT-4.0, its capabilities, and how it was presented to the public through a live demonstration, contrasting it with Google’…

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The Chupacabra 24:03

2M ago24:03

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A relative newcomer to the cryptid fold, the chupacabra made its worldwide debut in 1995, when mysterious livestock attacks were reported across Puerto Rico—and a strange creature was accused of draining blood and sowing mayhem wherever it appeared. Hosted and Written by Laurah Norton Research by Laurah Norton and Bryan Worters Produced and Enginee…

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AI Controversies and Space Ambitions: A Weird Things Exploration

2M ago

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In this episode of Weird Things, Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood tackle a range of topics from AI ethics and controversies surrounding celebrity voices in AI models, to the future of space exploration and the intriguing possibility of communicating with whales. Andrew shares insights from his time at OpenAI, debunking rumors …

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AI Controversies and Space Ambitions: A Weird Things Exploration

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In this episode of Weird Things, Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood tackle a range of topics from AI ethics and controversies surrounding celebrity voices in AI models, to the future of space exploration and the intriguing possibility of communicating with whales. Andrew shares insights from his time at OpenAI, debunking rumors …

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Episode 57: The Isdal Woman: Part 1 32:20

2M ago32:20

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Part 1. The mysterious tale of the Isdal Woman remains one of Norway’s most bizarre unsolved cases. When a woman’s body is discovered on in a remote valley under strange circumstances, police set about trying to work out who she was, and what on earth happened to her. They would soon discover that each new quest for answers only led them deeper dow…

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Classic Episode: The Bunny 26:12

2M ago26:12

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Laurah’s traveling all month — so while we cook up some strange new offerings for you, please enjoy this episode from our archives. Whether presented as urban legend, murderous maniac, or ghostly avenger, the Bunnyman of Virginia has haunted a certain overpass near Fairfax--Colchester Bridge--and its residents for more than fifty years. This week, …

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Weird Fix 12: The Real Conjuring House, Missing Museum Items & A Vocal Fact 14:58

2M ago14:58

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The fascinating fate of the house that inspired The Conjuring movie to the strange-but-true reality of the UK’s missing museum objects – and an interesting little fact about why so many of us can’t stand the sound of our own voices – Weird Fix 12 has as eclectic a mix of topics as ever… Become a Patreon subscriber! http://www.patreon.com/ThingsAreA…

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Classic Episode: The Moth 28:26

2M ago28:26

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Laurah’s traveling all month — so while we cook up some strange new offerings for you, please enjoy this episode from our archives. West Virginia isn’t the only region to boast its very own Mothman; since the mid-20 century, Chicago and the Lake Michigan area has had reports of flying humanoids, and those sightings have only picked up since 2011. W…

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Episode 56: Sherri Papini 37:35

3M ago37:35

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When Sherri Papini went missing whilst out for her usual run back in 2016, a frantic search was started for the beloved wife and mother-of-two. The story gripped the United States, and beyond – but what no one could have predicted were the strange twists and turns this case would end up taking… Mental health resources UK: https://www.mind.org.uk/ M…

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The Mine Fire 22:14

3M ago22:14

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Centralia, Pennsylvania was a busy mining town until a fire of unclear origins started — and swept its way beneath the town. To this day, the mine shafts that built Centralia are destroying it. But could a curse be to blame for everything? Hosted by Laurah Norton Research by Bryan Worters and Maura Currie Produced and Written by Maura Currie Engine…

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The Philosophical Snake: AI, Robotics, and a Fossilized Surprise

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Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood embark on a philosophical journey, starting with a tribute to the late Daniel Dennett, whose work on consciousness and thought experiments left a profound impact on Andrew. The conversation then shifts to AI, with Facebook’s new Llama 3 model stirring the pot in the open-source community, and r…

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The Philosophical Snake: AI, Robotics, and a Fossilized Surprise

3M ago

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Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood embark on a philosophical journey, starting with a tribute to the late Daniel Dennett, whose work on consciousness and thought experiments left a profound impact on Andrew. The conversation then shifts to AI, with Facebook’s new Llama 3 model stirring the pot in the open-source community, and r…

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Weird Fix 11: Exam Hall Curse, Cornish Pub Ghost & An Unlikely Date 14:36

3M ago14:36

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From a cursed painting in a University exam hall to some bizarre happenings caught on camera in a Cornish pub, to a sweet little strange-but-true story involving an Antarctic Tinder match, today’s instalment of Weird Fix has a little bit of everything thrown into the mix! Mental health resources UK: https://www.mind.org.uk/ Mental health resources …

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Episode 55: Victorian Medical Practices 35:24

3M ago35:24

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The world of Victorian medical practices has fascinated Chyaz since she was a teenager – from strange surgical customs (and mishaps) to bizarre ‘cures’, mind-boggling medicines and literal snake oil salesmen. And that’s before we even get to the asylums…this topic is as ‘strange but true’ as it gets. Mental health resources UK: https://www.mind.org…

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AI’s Musical Revolution: From Doom Musicals to Broca’s Brainy Beats

3M ago

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In this episode, Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood explore the fascinating frontier of AI-generated music. They kick things off with a nod to AI’s role in creating a musical version of Doom, then pivot to discussing various AI music platforms like Sun AI and Audio, comparing their capabilities and outputs. The trio marvels at t…

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AI’s Musical Revolution: From Doom Musicals to Broca’s Brainy Beats

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In this episode, Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood explore the fascinating frontier of AI-generated music. They kick things off with a nod to AI’s role in creating a musical version of Doom, then pivot to discussing various AI music platforms like Sun AI and Audio, comparing their capabilities and outputs. The trio marvels at t…

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AI Revolution and the Future of Creativity

3M ago

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Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood embark on a comprehensive exploration of artificial intelligence, discussing its current capabilities, future potential, and ethical considerations. From AI’s role in personal training and spam evolution to its application in coding and art generation, the hosts cover a broad spectrum. They hig…

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AI Revolution and the Future of Creativity

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Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood embark on a comprehensive exploration of artificial intelligence, discussing its current capabilities, future potential, and ethical considerations. From AI’s role in personal training and spam evolution to its application in coding and art generation, the hosts cover a broad spectrum. They hig…

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The Nightcrawlers 18:04

3M ago18:04

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Back in 2007, the world was thrilled to discover there was a new cryptid—or alien—or something—on the scene: The Fresno Nightcrawler. And even better, it was absolutely adorable (as long as you have a fondness for walking pants). But what evidence exists for this mysterious new creature? Check out NetSuite.com/STRANGE to get your own free KPI Check…

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Weird Fix 10: James Dean’s Cursed Car, Mr Bean Theory & A Doppelganger Coincidence 16:11

4M ago16:11

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In this celebrity-heavy edition of Weird Fix, Chyaz explores the apparent curse of James Dean’s car, dives into a very compelling theory about the one and only Mr Bean, and ends with a fun tale about a movie star doppelganger coincidence… Become a Patreon subscriber! http://www.patreon.com/ThingsAreAboutToGetWeird Our Merch Store! https://thingsare…

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A Very Haunted Crossover: Two Girls Tell Us About One Strange Ghost 37:34

4M ago37:34

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This week, we’re bringing you a full-length bonus crossover episode with our friends Corrine and Sabrina, hosts of Two Girls One Ghost -- AKA, the most haunted podcast in America. We visited their show to tell one of your favorite unexplained stories, so be sure to go check it out! You can find Two Girls One Ghost wherever you listen to podcasts—li…

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Navigating the Seas of Speculation and Sci-Fi

4M ago

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Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood embark on a journey through a variety of topics, starting with a real-world disaster involving a boat crash and a collapsed bridge. They speculate on the implications of tainted fuel and the role of the National Transportation Safety Board in such incidents. The conversation then shifts to the …

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Navigating the Seas of Speculation and Sci-Fi

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Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood embark on a journey through a variety of topics, starting with a real-world disaster involving a boat crash and a collapsed bridge. They speculate on the implications of tainted fuel and the role of the National Transportation Safety Board in such incidents. The conversation then shifts to the …

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Episode 54: The Murder & Ghost of Zona Heaster Shue 33:57

4M ago33:57

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The death of Zona Heaster Shue in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, originally prompted an outpouring of grief back in 1897. But after a ghostly encounter, many began to wonder whether Zona had actually been murdered. This is the story of the ‘Greenbrier Ghost’… Mental health resources UK: https://www.mind.org.uk/ Mental health resources Global: ht…

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