Ripley's Weird Minute

Ripley's Believe It or Not!•www.ripleys.com

Listen daily for weird news from around the globe. Ripley's Believe It or Not! was founded in 1918 by cartoonist and adventurer Robert Ripley, we are the authority on all things weird, odd, amazing, and unbelievable!

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Episodes

Jesters

How important were jesters to medieval courts? I'm Adam, from Ripleys.com, and this is your Weird Minute.

Jan 13, 2020•1 min

Skydiving Gone Wrong

This episode recounts Joan Murray's harrowing 1999 skydiving accident where both parachutes failed, leading to an 80 mph impact. Miraculously, she survived thanks to fire ants whose bites kept her adrenaline pumping. Despite 20 surgeries and a two-week coma, Murray made a full recovery and, astonishingly, went on her 37th skydive just a few years later.

Jan 11, 2020•1 min

Sealand

Have you ever wanted your own country? I'm Colton, from RIpleys.com, and this is your Weird Minute.

Jan 10, 2020•58 sec

Moon Trade

How did 17th-century scientists plan to trade with the Moon? I'm Adam, from Ripleys.com, and this is your Weird Minute.

Jan 09, 2020•1 min

Basilosaurus Rex?

This episode debunks the common misconception surrounding the Basilosaurus, a prehistoric creature whose name means "King Lizard." Despite its reptilian appearance and initial classification, scientists discovered it was actually a strange, predatory whale that thrived 40 to 35 million years ago. Its unique skeletal structure, including tiny pelvis and front arms, initially puzzled researchers before its mammalian nature was confirmed through tooth analysis.

Jan 08, 2020•51 sec

Taniwha

Discover the Taniwha, mythical creatures revered and feared by the Maori people of New Zealand. Initially sea creatures following canoes, their legends evolved to depict them as lizard-like beings inhabiting caves, sometimes acting as guardians or malevolent deities. The episode recounts tales of warriors outwitting these beasts, highlighting their deep cultural significance.

Jan 07, 2020•1 min

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