Episodes
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May 8, 2024
The Devil's Hour: A Deep Dive into "Late Night with the Devil | 371
Lights, Camera, Possession! Get ready to dim the lights and turn up the terror with the Hysteria 51 team as we delve into the spine-chilling world of "Late Night with the Devil". This episode, we're not just watching the film—we're diving headfirst into its devilishly clever concoction of horror and satire, set against the backdrop of a seemingly ordinary late-night talk show. Brace yourselves as we dissect how this cinematic spectacle conjures a hauntingly unique blend of thrills and laughs, we...
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May 1, 2024
Flying Saucers & Serious Satire: Dissecting John Oliver’s UFO Deep Dive | 370
John Oliver and his show Last Week Tonight’s latest foray into the unknown was right in our wheelhouse – UFOs. John tackled this enigmatic world with his trademark wit. This week we dive deep into Oliver’s exploration—from Jimmy Carter's extraterrestrial encounters to the controversial paintings of UFOs in Renaissance art. We'll analyze how Oliver balances humor with hard questions about what's really out there, critiquing his take on government cover-ups, media missteps, and public paranoia. Di...
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April 24, 2024
Folk Yeah! Unraveling America's Wildest Legends | 369
Rip off your tin foil hats and throw your best pot on your head as you grab a seat by the campfire because this week the Hysteria 51 crew digs into the dusty books of American folklore to uncover the truth behind some of the nation's tallest tales! We’re throwing Johnny Appleseed’s "hat" in the ring with John Henry’s hammer, racing Babe the Blue Ox, and decoding Geronimo’s battle tactics. Are these legends larger-than-life heroes or just myths wrapped in America’s star-spangled banner? Tune in a...
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April 17, 2024
The Creepypasta Phenomenon: Modern Day Folklore? | 368
This week on H51 we finally dive into the eerie world of creepypasta, those internet-born tales that spook and thrill in equal measure... or just suck. It all depends on the subreddit! From the chilling depths of Slender Man to the unsettling accounts of Jeff the Killer, these stories have seeped from the shadows of the web into the fabric of modern digital folklore. Join us as we explore the origins of creepypasta, how these macabre tales are crafted, and their impact on culture and media. We’l...
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April 10, 2024
A Cryptid Odyssey Across America: Part 2 | 367
We are back to brave the wilds of the USA! Last week Hysteria 51 embarked on a chilling journey into the heart of America's folklore, and this week we are back with the 2nd installment of our two-part special, "A Cryptid Odyssey Across America." Inspired by Monica Fish's spine-tingling article in Fangoria magazine, we're uncovering the dark corners of the USA, state by state, to reveal the second 25 of the 50 eerie entities that lurk in the shadows. Oh, and just as scary, Kevin Crispin of Sad T...
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April 3, 2024
A Cryptid Odyssey Across America: Part 1 | 366
Hysteria 51 embarks on a chilling journey into the heart of America's folklore this week with the first installment of our two-part special, "A Cryptid Odyssey Across America." Inspired by Monica Fish's spine-tingling article in Fangoria magazine, we're uncovering the dark corners of the USA, state by state, to reveal the first 25 of the 50 eerie entities that lurk in the shadows. From the misty hollows of the Pacific Northwest to the swampy depths of the South, join us as we traverse the count...
365
March 20, 2024
Witchy Whispers from Rose Hall: The Annie Palmer Spectacle | 365
The White Witch of Rose Hall is a story wrapped in layers of mystery, dark tales, and cheeky folklore. Annie Palmer’s story is a legendary Jamaican rollercoaster ride, set in the eerily beautiful Rose Hall Great House, just a stone's throw from Montego Bay. Have the history books got it twisted? Was she truly a broom-riding mistress of the dark arts, or just a misunderstood plantation owner wrapped in tragic tales? Buckle up as we unravel the mysteries, myths, and mirthful moments of one of Jama...
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March 13, 2024
Blurry Hysteria: Gold Lunar Cheese | BONUS
It's super big Blurry Hysteria time as Kevin Crispin of Sad Times Podcast and author and bumper-ized guest JTR Brown stop by the studio this week to give us their best weird news. (Even though one ended up being fake but we won't hold that against them). We cover everything from how we will ruin the moon, the best cheese after a coma, and how to get to heaven the easy way! All that at MORE this week on Hysteria 51! News Stories Mentioned: Lunar Radiation Time: https://www.livescience.com/space...
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March 6, 2024
Flapjacks from Outer Space: The Joe Simonton Encounter | 364
Picture this: a quiet morning in 1961, Eagle River, Wisconsin, when Joe, a humble plumber and chicken farmer on the side, witnesses a shiny saucer land in his yard. Out steps beings from beyond, not with laser guns or cryptic messages, but with a craving for water and an offer of pancakes cooked on a flameless griddle. This story has it all: interstellar diplomacy over breakfast, a government analysis of cosmic cuisine, and the enduring mystery of why aliens might traverse the vastness of space ...
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Feb. 28, 2024
Marsh Mysteries: Decoding the Lizard Man Legend | 363
Get ready to get moist! Because of the water... nevermind... Anyway, this week our intrepid hosts peel back the layers of conspiracy and folklore to uncover the truth behind the scaly, green guardian of the swamp. Is the Lizard Man just a misunderstood swamp dweller with a penchant for camouflage, or is he part of a reptilian master plan to dominate the podcast waves? Tune in for an expedition filled with odd sightings, eccentric witnesses, and possibly the worst vacation destination ideas ever ...
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Feb. 21, 2024
Up All Night: Desert Shadow Fun Time Hour | BONUS
It's time!!! David Flora from Blurry Photos and right here along with Derek Hayes from Monsters Among Us stop by to talk once again about their soon releasing documentary Shadows in the Desert: High Strangeness in the Borrego Triangle. Catch Shadow in the Desert AND Derek & David Below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gt1079HR0dk TRAILER https://www.borregotriangle.com/ @monstersamonguspodcast @derekhayesmau https://www.facebook.com/monstersamonguspodcast @blurryphotospodcast https://www.faceb...
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Feb. 7, 2024
Outback Oddities: The Tully Saucer Scramble! | 362
Was it a visitor from another world, a natural phenomenon, or just the world's most elaborate bird bath? We dive into this outback swamp saga where the UFOs are as mysterious as the Aussie wildlife. From George Pedley's hissing UFO (or was it just an overheated tractor?) to the perfectly swirled reed formations that could give crop circles a run for their money, we've got it all. So, settle in, grab your vegemite, and get ready for some extraterrestrial shenanigans from the land down under this ...
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Feb. 5, 2024
Blurry Hysteria: Flight Frights and Cloning Rights | BONUS
Strap in for a wild ride on the latest episode of Blurry Hysteria with your favorite conspiracy connoisseurs, Brent Hand and David Flora! This week the boys are joined by the ever-entertaining Kevin Crispin from Sad Times podcast, diving into some of the weirdest news stories out there. First up, it's sky-high chaos as they unravel the jaw-dropping tale of an American passenger turning a routine flight into a toothy turmoil, forcing an emergency return to Tokyo. Then, they switch gears to the gr...
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Jan. 31, 2024
Satan's Snow Day: The Tale of the Devil's Footprints | 361
Strap on your snowshoes and join us this week as we follow the coldest cold case in history - The Devil's Footprints. That's right, folks! Way back in 1855, Old Scratch apparently decided to take a leisurely stroll through the snowy countryside of Devon, England, leaving behind a trail of mysterious hoof-like marks. Was it a case of a prankster with a penchant for cloven hooves, or did the Prince of Darkness really have a snow day out? Join us as we dissect this devilish puzzle, exploring every...
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Jan. 18, 2024
51 Bottles of Beer on The Hull (A 'Hysteria-cal' Reunion) | 360
In a cosmic rendezvous of epic proportions, Joeba, Ripley, and Zero Frux embark on yet another interdimensional adventure as they find themselves ensnared by the enigmatic Lower 4th Dimension once again! But they are not alone in this cosmic caper! Joined by the equally intrepid Brent Hand and David Flora from the acclaimed Hysteria 51 podcast, the group takes a deep dive into the Hyperspace Headlines. From peculiar A-list abduction claims, malfunctioning restroom mishaps, semi-aquatic misadvent...
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Jan. 17, 2024
Close Encounters of the Slurred Kind REDUX | 359
Listen up meatsacks, Conspiracy Bot here. We had some repeat intruders this week in the Lower 4th Dimension. Flora is a tool and wouldn't let me experiment on them and instead insisted I release their last flirt with disaster today and then the new one tomorrow. whatever, he sucks and so do you so here is Close Encounters of the slurred kind on H51 from way back in the year of our lord Crom, 2 019. And tomorrow it is more newer nonsense from the same idiots. I hope you hate it. Original Descrip...
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Jan. 8, 2024
Blurry Hysteria: AI's 2024 Terrors and Oregon's BIG Encounter | BONUS
Time to get WEIRD! First up, we're venturing into the realm of artificial intelligence with "3 Scary Breakthroughs AI Will Make in 2024." Are we on the brink of a technological renaissance or teetering on the edge of a digital apocalypse? Discover how AI might soon outsmart us in ways we never imagined. From mind-reading algorithms to autonomous robots, these advancements aren't just groundbreaking; they're downright spooky! Next, hold onto your hats as we explore a tale that's as big as it ge...
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Jan. 3, 2024
Blurry Hysteria: Rock Star Cave Art | BONUS
Alright ya spelunkers, lets get weird! This week we unravel two captivating stories blending history, mystery, and a touch of C.H.U.D. In our first segment, witness the sensational discovery of the 'Borrowdale Banksy,' a newfound slate sculpture that's stirring excitement and curiosity in the art world. Is it a modern masterpiece hiding in plain sight or a clever hoax playing on our love for enigmatic art? Join us as we dissect the clues, analyze the artistry, and ponder the possibilities behind...
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Dec. 27, 2023
Xmas Throwback - Krampus | BONUS
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and you know what that means. Stockings, snowmen, hot chocolate, nativity scenes, gingerbread men, horned goat half demons that will drag children to hell. That’s right, to go right along with Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick, there’s a more sinister Christmas character lurking beneath the shadows. Krampus – the Christmas Demon! Santa might bring gifts for good little girls and boys – Krampus doesn’t. The hairy beast hits bad kids with sticks and sometimes even throw...
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Dec. 20, 2023
Jig of the Damned: The Dancing Plague of 1518 | 358
This week on Hysteria 51, we're time-traveling back to 1518, and trust us, it's not for the mead or the minstrels! We're diving feet first into one of history's most baffling mysteries – the Dancing Plague of 1518. Imagine this: one day, you're baking bread, and the next, you're busting moves in the streets of Strasbourg without a stop button! Join us as we shimmy through the theories – from mass hysteria to ergot-fueled rye parties, and even a supernatural dance-off. Was it a curse from St. Vi...
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Dec. 13, 2023
Conspiracy Waves: Listener Voicemails Unleashed | 357
Welcome to a special transmission of Hysteria 51, where YOUR voices pierce through the veil of the unknown! This week's episode, "Conspiracy Waves: Listener Voicemails Unleashed" is an extraordinary journey into the minds and mysteries of our listeners. So, you, know, you have been warned! Oh yeah, and Conspiracy Bot runs his mouth a lot so there is that too... Email us your favorite WEIRD news stories: weird@hysteria51.com Support the Show Get exclusive content & perks as well as an ad and sp...
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Nov. 29, 2023
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, dimeth...
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Nov. 22, 2023
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 a...
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Nov. 15, 2023
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 malev...