Episodes

Join Brent and David on Hysteria 51 this week as they delve back into the fang-tastic world of vampires! From ancient bloodsuckers in Mesopotamia to the seductive Count Dracula, this episode covers it all. Discover the eerie origins, mind-blowing myths, and Hollywood’s hottest vamps. Email us your favorite WEIRD news stories: weird@hysteria51.com Support the Show Get exclusive content & perks as well as an ad and sponsor free experience at https://www.patreon.com/Hysteria51 from just $1 Shop Be...

To Dallas we go to talk the Assignation of John F. Kennedy and, surprisingly, Flora has NEVER covered this topic. So, I do my best to school him on conspiracies and share information NOT in the original episode. Original Description and Link 11.22.63 - We all know Kennedy was killed that day, but who took him out? Was it a lone, crazed gunman? Or an intricate network of mob bosses, foreign nationals, and perhaps even our own government. Unravel the mystery and uncork a drink with us on Ep 3 of ...

Ready your neuralyzers, Hysteria Nation! We’re diving back into the shadowy world of the Men in Black this week on Hysteria 51. It’s been a wild ride since we first tackled this mysterious phenomenon in our second-ever episode 8 years ago! It’s high time we revisit the enigmatic enforcers who’ve been the stuff of UFO legend and pop culture lore. Join us as we delve into the most famous Men in Black encounters, from the chilling visitations that left witnesses questioning reality to the downrigh...

It's Weird News Time as dive into the latest weird news stories that are stranger than fiction! In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking AI algorithm that detects Deepfakes with an impressive 98% accuracy, setting a new standard in the fight against digital deception. Next, we unravel the bizarre and tragic tale of a Bigfoot-related murder involving noodling in Oklahoma, where a fishing trip turned deadly. Finally, we travel top Tasmania where you can get "Odd Jobs" from the government like ...

Aliens are finally return this week as we dive into the out-of-this-world beliefs of Raëlism! Founded in 1974 by Claude Vorilhon, now known as Rael, this UFO religion claims that life on Earth was engineered by advanced extraterrestrials called the Elohim. Mistaken for gods by our ancestors, the Elohim are said to advocate for world peace, science, and even building an embassy for their grand return. But is this a peaceful interstellar mission or just another wacky cult from the UFO movement? Jo...

It's Weird News Time! First up, it's an Orca Party! Experts reveal that those orcas attacking boats aren't angry – they're just bored teenagers having a whale of a time. We'll break down the cetacean shenanigans and what it means for boaters everywhere. Next, say cheers to the Free Buzz! Imagine getting tipsy without a drop of booze – sounds like a dream, right? Not for one woman whose gut fungi decided to throw a constant kegger. Learn how her internal brewery kept the party going and what it...

“I have deposited in the county of Bedford, about four miles from Buford's [Tavern], in an excavation or vault, six feet below the surface of the ground, the following articles, belonging jointly to the parties whose names are given in number three, herewith: The first deposit consisted of ten hundred and fourteen pounds of gold, and thirty-eight hundred and twelve pounds of silver, deposited Nov. eighteen nineteen. The second was made Dec. eighteen twenty-one, and consisted of nineteen hundred...

We are off this week.... sort of. We have a best of show, but first we dive in to continue or JFK Lose Your Own Adventure Sage. Then, it's back to 1964 to visit Jim and his photo shenanigans once again! Original Description Nothing worse than a photobomb. There you are minding your own business, taking a picture of your lovely daughter and next thing you know some idiot time traveler / astronaut / inter-dimensional being drops his/her/its mug into your frame. And while we’ve all been through it...

This week we're opening up the paranormal hotline and diving into the bizarre, the eerie, and the downright hilarious messages left by you, our fantastic listeners! From ghostly greetings to alien anecdotes, you'll hear firsthand accounts of the strange and unexplained... or at least complaints about us and how we pronounce things. So join us as we explore the oddities of your encounters, answer your burning questions, and maybe even solve a mystery or two along the way. Don’t forget to grab yo...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...