Episodes

  • The Japanese Bio Terrorist Cult

    The Japanese Bio Terrorist Cult
    Jan 6 2025
    A cult established in 1987 by Shoko Asahara, the Aum aimed to take over Japan and then the world. Approved as a religious entity in 1989 under Japanese law, the group ran candidates in a Japanese parliamentary election in 1990. Over time the cult began to emphasize the imminence of the end of the world and stated that the United States would initiate Armageddon by starting World War III with Japan. Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Mysteries That Have NEVER Been Solved Part 2

    Mysteries That Have NEVER Been Solved Part 2
    Dec 25 2024
    Hello fellow detectives, today's mystery, or mysteries I should say, remain unsolved. The beauty in these things is that they could be solved at any point in time though which fills my cold heart with joy. We’re going to cover 10 mysteries! Inspired by an article I read from treehugger.com called “10 of the World’s Biggest Unsolved Mysteries” by Brian Nelson, updated on October 3rd, 2024 so very recently. We have a lot to cover and honestly almost all of these I had never even heard of before so let’s go ahead and dive into the first one on the list that lives rent free in my head. We’re actually probably going to cover the first five tonight and the next five on the next Bren episode because I don’t want to rush these. Let’s go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • The Vatican's Dirty Laundry

    The Vatican's Dirty Laundry
    Dec 16 2024
    Today's episode is an old patron exclusive due to the holidays. The papacy has SEEN some stuff and on today's bonus episode we just air out all of their dirty laundry. Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Mysteries That Have NEVER Been Solved Part 1

    Mysteries That Have NEVER Been Solved Part 1
    Dec 11 2024
    Hello fellow detectives, today's mystery, or mysteries I should say, remain unsolved. The beauty in these things is that they could be solved at any point in time though which fills my cold heart with joy. We’re going to cover 10 mysteries! Inspired by an article I read from treehugger.com called “10 of the World’s Biggest Unsolved Mysteries” by Brian Nelson, updated on October 3rd, 2024 so very recently. We have a lot to cover and honestly almost all of these I had never even heard of before so let’s go ahead and dive into the first one on the list that lives rent free in my head. We’re actually probably going to cover the first five tonight and the next five on the next Bren episode because I don’t want to rush these. Let’s go! Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Music That Makes You Murder?! Black Metal

    Music That Makes You Murder?! Black Metal
    Dec 2 2024
    Today's episode is a special collab with Stakuyi who takes us on the insane story of the Norwegian Black Metal band Mayhem and the wild developments that unfolded. From church burning, to murder, and more, this episode was an interesting one. Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • The Rainmaker

    The Rainmaker
    Nov 25 2024
    In today's show we look Charles Hatfield, the man behind the San Diego flood of 1916, nicknamed "The Rainmaker." Did he really make it rain? Is this pseudoscience or is there an explanation? Let's find out! Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • A Tea Company Started by a Cult

    A Tea Company Started by a Cult
    Nov 18 2024
    Celestial Seasonings, known for its soothing Sleepytime Tea, harbors a history that is anything but calming. Founded in 1969 by Mo Siegel, the brand quickly became a household name. However, Siegel’s philosophical and spiritual leanings have raised serious ethical concerns over the years. Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • The Disease That Stops You From Sleeping

    The Disease That Stops You From Sleeping
    Nov 12 2024
    Fatal familial insomnia (FFI) is a rare genetic condition that affects your brain and central nervous system. It causes you to have trouble sleeping (insomnia), memory loss (dementia) and muscle twitching. FFI is degenerative, which means symptoms get more severe over time. Symptoms of the condition are life-threatening and there’s no cure. Studies are ongoing to find treatment options to reduce the progression of symptoms and extend the life of people diagnosed with this condition. Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins