Lesson is... always keep a fan on where ever you go in the world and next time someone farts on you, watch out! Dominic delves into human-made disasters this week. Starting right at the top. Chernobyl, Deepwater Horizon, Exxon Valdez... but have you ever heard of the Bhopal Disaster? Don't worry if you haven't because most people are like you. What is wild is that this is the WORST industrial disaster of all time!
Lesson is... learn your American baseball mascots and stay away from chicken bones, voodoo dolls and hexes/curses when trying to win a game. Kate it legitimately on fire lately and this week is no exception as she delves into the wondrous world of sports curses. You heard us right, the paranormal effects the sports world possibly even more than you think. This week tune into generations worth of superstitious behaviour from sports all over the world. You may be surprised by how convincing they r...
Lesson is... if you see a polaroid on the ground just walk the other way and put the Pocky down because it could be poisoned. Dominic gets back to his roots this week with some good old fashioned murder mysteries but this time there is a twist. As usual you will be left guessing as to what had happened. Just like a classic game of Cluedo, can you guess who it is before it is too late? Watch out for the fox!
Lesson is... if you have an itch, leave it alone because we wouldn't want to crack our skulls open accidentally?! Kate literally delves deep into the deep dark recesses of the human mind this week. Our brain is truly a fascinating organ, how much do you know about it? To round things off, Kate also decides to share some of the more grotesque and unbelievable survival stories. The brain can withstand some pretty epic things but also send us on interesting new paths.
Lesson is... just leave Dominic's teeth alone and stop hating on mice/rats. They have done so much for humans!!!! How have we never talked about mice and rats before? Seriously isn't almost everyone afraid of these pesky little rodents??? Actually no, they have done so much for us and this week Dominic shares all things musophobia! From menus filled with mice meat or the fascinating ways in which rats protect during wartimes. May be we should rethink our fear of mice/rats after this week's unear...
Lesson is... Don't trust anyone when it comes to drugs LOL just give it a whirl and see what happens! Have you ever wondered how the pharmaceutical industry started? or heard a horror story from the past? The history of all things drugs whether helpful or harmful has been a bumpy ride. This week Kate goes back in time to discover some of the worst stories from the world of alchemy. You won't believe some of things that were recommended or even some remedies that stood the test of time... Blow yo...
Lesson is... get your teeth ripped out and just go the denture route because that way you are one and done! It is official folks, Dom and Kate have well and truly lost the plot. This week they explore one of the top 5 most common phobias of all time - Dentophobia - a fear of dentists. Progressively getting more and more terrifying, tune in to hear of people who have lost their memory, teeth and even their lives all in the dentist chair... Beware it gets pretty dark folks!
Lesson is... if you keep your mouth shut you should be okay? BUT if all your family starts dying off one by one in weird ways - start talking! Kate breaks the unbreakable rule and spills the beans on probably the worst kept secrets of the infamous Italian-American mafia code of conduct. Probably not the most effective HR policy ever agreed to, it is still fascinating to hear the history of organised crime. The rules don't apply in this episode so tune in to find out how far the Five Families wil...
Lesson is... anything goes when living in a lawless land. Stick to the path or you will get lost in the City of Anarchy! Dominic is back again this week for a double dose of tales from his latest travel adventures. This week we visit Hong Kong but back in time when it was more like a real life version of survivor. The Walled City otherwise known as the City of Anarchy was once the most densely populated places on Earth. What do you think happened... real life Lord of the Flies....
Lesson is... meat cleavers may be the best chopping utensil but honestly they are just too scary a weapon! Dom is back rom another of his wild adventures around the world and as usual he has found a local story that will make your eyes water. Tuen in this week to hear the incredible story of the recurring Chop Chop Ladies of the beautiful country the Philippines. Don't be fooled this place is 100% worth visiting but everywhere has a dark side.
Lesson is... international waters is your goal when escaping prison because no one will want to start a war over a couple convicts! Kate brings us home with a memorable ending to her three part mega story of convict life during the 1800s in Australia. This week we have everything, disease, war, survival stories and more. Don't miss the epic ending to Get me out of here! You will be officially trained on how to escape prison.
Lesson is... if you've got the roo suit on, just commit! Kate continues her hilarious and extraordinary theme of convicts from time past. If you have never heard of William Buckley and his unbelievable story of survival, you must tune in. Oh and if you are ever in need of a truly iconic idea of how to escape prison Billy Hunt deserves an academy Award for his ingenuity.
Lesson is... don't get spooked when drinking wine and hiding from the cops, also if you escape Gaol come up with a decent cover story! Kate takes us back in time to some of Australia's classic true escapee tales. meet Moondyne Joe and James Porter. Hear about their harrowing firsthand accounts of life as a convict in the 1800s. How did they escape, how did they get caught again... what are some of their handy tips to make a life on the run?
Lesson is... Don't you dare consider hitchhiking, we told you last time and eat salt and vinegar chips! Oh you thought Dominic was done with old mate Ivan? Buckle up because Dom has a theory that there were absolutely more victims and possible accomplices. Without a doubt one of his fave local stories to tell, Dominic has inside local goss to share so you do not wanna miss this closer.
Lesson is... Don't google how to (insert your crime here) & don't write a journal that chronicles your crimes either! Kate has gone way off the rails this week as we wrap up her Wildfires story topic. Teacher Kate has all the low down on why wildfires can actually be beneficial to our ecosystems. Add a dash of trivia on what the body goes through when burned alive and her top 6 arsonists of all time. Classic Kate!
Special Bonus episode drops this week! Dying to be Found podcast has been generous enough to invite Kate & Dominic to do a minisode with them on Cleo Smith. Don't forget to go follow and subscribe to Dying to be Found podcast on all streaming services now.
Lesson is... once again do not hitch hike or just stay away from handle bar moustaches and cassette tapes! Dominic has wait oh so very long to share probably his favourite story of all time. Another local horror story which hits close to home. There may even be a connection back to Dom and Kate's past. Buckle up for quite a horrendous tale of Australia's most notorious serial killer Ivan Milat.
Lesson is... play tennis and American football so you learn the life skill of measuring out an acre! This week Kate goes big, like really big. She unveils the top 12 most devastating wildfires in human history and recounts firsthand testimony of the Black Saturday 2009 bushfire. Now Kate's most terrifying fear, can you handle the sheer heat of this week's fear? Tune in and find out!
Lesson is... add all Jane O'Brien Media emails to your automated spam filter and don't let anyone film you unless you give consent! This week Dominic shines a light on the world of competitive endurance tickling and all the seediness that goes with it. You know you have seen the videos wink wink. Seems super innocent but as David Farrier and his team soon discovered, not everything is above board. Inspired by the documentary film 'Tickled 2016'.
Lesson is... Don't trust anyone with your money. Good old mattress is probably the safest bet? Please do not take this as professional financial advice! Kate is back with a bang this week as we dig deeper into the world of money catastrophe. Nowhere in the world does it better than the United States of America in this mac daddy of a Ponzi story. Let us introduce you to Bernie Madoff... Unless you have been hiding under a rock, most people know who he is BUT have you heard all the details of the ...
Lesson is... Don't ever believe a yoga teacher when they tell you "You are special!" Time for a local story, this week Dominic shares a tale from just down the road in Victoria, Australia. Home to the most notorious cult in Aussie history 'The Family'. Possibly what makes this most sinister is that justice was never served and it all occurred right under our noses.
Lesson is... If it sounds too good to be true then it probably is BUT if you plan to scam don't go too big too soon! This week Kate explores the deep rooted fear of Paul Taranto (Dom's Dad). Scary things come in all shapes and sizes so what about financial ruin or being scammed as so many have fell victim to throughout history. Ever wondered where the term Ponzi came from? or some of the biggest scams in human history... well here we go!
Lesson is... put the bottle and pills down until you are over 21 folks! Plus if you are a father, try being nice to your kid because you never know! Dom is kicking off the new year with an absolute banger of a story... Have you ever wondered what the truth is behind the Amityville Horror? Guess what it is the Amityville Murders. This week we hear the saddening story of the DeFeo family and the paranormal experiences of the Lutz family shortly after.
Lesson is... build up those calluses and keep your knees together! Actually if you find yourself in the Middle Ages just aim to work for a rich Roman. Kate goes back in time to the good old days when laws and human rights were a luxury. Have you ever wondered why torture was such the rage and how it was substituted for common sense? This week we have a top 26 list of the best gift ideas for your creepy uncle who loves kink play!
Lesson is... stay away from the Russian gymnastics team, lock the door and if Roman Polanski and Quincy Jones don't RSVP it means the night will turn ugly. This week Dom explores probably one of the most quintessential fears we all grow up with - being ALONE. All those nights when you're at home and heard a funny noise or swear that someone is peering through your window... EEEP! Inspired by the Tate and Keddie Cabin murders - Dom shares the true stories that inspired the movie The Strangers 200...
Lesson is... keep your tassels and canon balls to yourself please otherwise someone may lose an eye or a... HEAD! This week Kate goes back in time and shares all the true tales that inspired Washington's Irving's Sleep Hollow. You will be shocked at how far back this goes and the level of detail found. Fair warning, make sure to wear a nappy this week because Kate & Dom wet themselves with laughter. Who knew decapitation could be so funny?
Lesson is... no more hitchhiking and for goodness sake if you see a middle age man acting strange along the beach... he's probably pulling a Somerton! This week Dominic takes a leaf out of Kate's book and shares three mini tales from his travels in Ireland. There are countless unsolved cases all over the world and these are just three of many. Lets see how good your sleuthing skills are... we may even be able to kickstart something.
Lesson is... Aim for the broccoli when you jump out of an aeroplane plus cut your search short because that's when you'll find your mates. Kate is back back back again this week with another addition to her amazing lost in the... series. Serving up unbelievable tales of human determination and disgusting creepy crawlies to watch out for. Make sure you strap yourself in tight because you never know when you might find yourself missing in the jungle. Survival tips included!
Lesson is... the state of Indiana is the place to go to commit horrendous crimes because they don't bother with harsh prison sentences! Dom is back to finish off this heart-breaking tale of dear Sylvia Likens. Be warned the graphic details will keep you up at night. Don't expect a happy ending as yet again the justice system was the final legacy of this horrendous crime. Bonus singing though to get us through!
Lesson is... when it snows, check out for frozen friends on the front lawn every couple hours... you never know! Kate continues her exploration into the worst places to get lost. This week we travel from the hottest places to the coldest. As usual we have a bevvy of survival tips and wild adventures of survival throughout history. Don't forget to pack your long johns and beanies for this week's chilly chats.
