Science is weird, but this week, it’s downright prehistoric and miraculous. First up, researchers are bringing back a piece of the Ice Age by splicing woolly mammoth genes into live mice. What could possibly go wrong? We discuss the latest in de-extinction efforts, the ethical dilemmas, and whether these tiny, furry Frankensteins might be the first step toward full-blown Jurassic Park madness. Then, hold onto your reproductive health textbooks because the next story is one for the medical histor...
Mar 05, 2025•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ever felt hangry? Like, really, really hangry? So hangry that you might just turn into a supernatural, flesh-craving monster? Well, you’re in luck because this week, we’re diving headfirst into the legend of the Wendigo—a creature that takes "snacking" to a terrifying new level. From its origins in Algonquian folklore to modern-day sightings (and possibly a Wendigo diet plan we can’t endorse), we’re breaking down what makes this beast so chilling. Is it a warning about greed and gluttony? A caut...
Mar 03, 2025•59 min•Ep 416•Transcript available on Metacast This week on Blurry Hysteria, we welcome back our good friend Kevin Crispin from Behind Beautiful Things to help us navigate the latest in bizarre news. Ever wonder how long it takes to steal a solid gold toilet? (Spoiler: Less time than it takes to order a coffee.) Or what happens when a rogue prankster sends marathon runners on a wild detour? And if that’s not weird enough, we’ve got a story involving an inflatable girlfriend, a fire, and some very bad decision-making. Buckle up—this one’s as ...
Feb 26, 2025•38 min•Ep 415•Transcript available on Metacast Before the X-Files, before Bigfoot reality shows, before your uncle went down a YouTube rabbit hole and now won’t shut up about lizard people—there was Charles Hoy Fort. A man who spent his life collecting the weirdest, wildest, and most WTF-worthy stories that science tried (and failed) to explain. From raining frogs to UFOs before they were even called UFOs, Fort cataloged it all and basically invented the field of Forteana—aka the study of all things bizarre, spooky, and questionably sane. AK...
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast It’s another Beautiful Blurry Hysteria as Kevin Crispin of Behind Beautiful Things joins us for a journey through the weirdest headlines the internet has to offer! First up, the European Union says yes to mealworm powder in food—because nothing says "sustainable future" like a little extra crunch in your croissant. Then, we dive into the tale of a man who lost millions in Bitcoin to a landfill and is still trying to dig his way to crypto redemption. Finally, we close with a real stinker—a woman ...
Feb 19, 2025•36 min•Ep 413•Transcript available on Metacast Brace yourself for a whiff of the bizarre on this week’s Beautiful Blurry Hysteria! Guest Kevin Crispin of the Behind Beautiful Things Podcast joins Brent & David to sort through a trifecta of surreal news. First, we take a fragrant detour to Brooklyn, where the famously foul-smelling corpse flower is drawing both fans and flies. Then we venture Down Under, investigating rumors of a Queensland teacher who’s been acting downright catty—literally! And because life just isn’t weird enough, we also ...
Feb 12, 2025•46 min•Ep 412•Transcript available on Metacast A cold, barren rock in the North Atlantic—isolated, windswept, and lifeless. Perhaps it was never meant for human presence. Perhaps the superstitions whispered through generations, warnings of curses and otherworldly forces, weren’t just ghost stories to ignore. Three men vanished without a trace from the Eilean Mor Lighthouse in 1900, leaving behind only eerie questions and a lighthouse that stood empty, as if even it knew something was wrong. Was it foul weather? Madness? Or something far stra...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep 411•Transcript available on Metacast What do you get when you cross a wannabe-Neo trying to dodge bullets in Utah with a Russian court that seems to think Google has more money than the entire planet combined? Pure, unadulterated Blurry Hysteria, that’s what! This week we unpack the bizarre saga of a man caught on camera attempting some next-level Matrix moves—spoiler alert: real life doesn’t come with slow-motion bullet time. Then, we jet over to Mother Russia, where a court has slapped Google with a penalty so colossal you’d need...
Feb 05, 2025•40 min•Ep 410•Transcript available on Metacast Join us this week on Hysteria 51 as we welcome back Chris Rupert and Tyler Transue of Doc Side Media for their 4th appearance! The dynamic duo dives into their latest documentary, Surrounded by Spirits, exploring chilling stories, paranormal investigations, and the lingering mysteries of the afterlife. From eerie encounters to their filmmaking journey, it’s a spirited conversation you won’t want to miss. Special thanks to this week’s sources: Follow Doc Side Media Website - https://www.docsideme...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep 409•Transcript available on Metacast Prepare for a double dose of techno-weirdness as Blurry Hysteria dives into the world of artificial intelligence! First, we glow up with the story of an AI-invented molecule that nature would’ve needed half a billion years to cook up. Is AI outpacing evolution? Then, things get dark (and oddly philosophical) as scientists propose testing AI sentience by making it suffer. Yes, that’s right—pain for progress! Join the crew as they decode the wild and wacky intersection of science and sci-fi in thi...
Jan 29, 2025•35 min•Ep 407•Transcript available on Metacast This week on Blurry Hysteria, we're hitting you with a double dose of bizarre! First up, someone decided CAPTCHA wasn't annoying enough and created one where you play Doom on Nightmare difficulty. Can you rip and tear your way to proving you're not a robot? Spoiler: most of us are doomed. Then, we head to Houston, where the police evidence lockers have been infiltrated—not by master thieves, but by junkie rats with a taste for confiscated drugs. Who’s the kingpin of the rodent cartel, and do the...
Jan 22, 2025•27 min•Ep 407•Transcript available on Metacast Hold onto your tinsel, folks! This week on Blurry Hysteria we dive into the weird and wacky with stories you never knew you needed in your life. First, we head to the stomach-turning world of fertility rituals gone very wrong—complete with a live baby bird found in a dead man’s belly... or maybe throat. (Yeah, you read that right.) Then, it’s a two-part yuletide warning: Ever considered nibbling on your Christmas tree? Belgium says, "DON’T!" Sweden on the other hand says otherwise. We unravel th...
Jan 15, 2025•25 min•Ep 406•Transcript available on Metacast Did you know America once eyed hippos as a solution to its problems? This week on Hysteria 51 we dive into the bizarre yet true tale of how early 20th-century Louisiana faced a water hyacinth invasion and a looming food shortage—and how importing hippos, lovingly dubbed “lake cows,” was proposed as the answer. Join us as we explore the strange saga of "Lake Cow Bacon," the politicians and eccentric dreamers behind the plan, and why this idea almost became reality. Grab a plate of hypothetical hi...
Jan 10, 2025•59 min•Ep 405•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we’re serving up a smorgasbord of strange! First, we sink our teeth into the tale of a woman who took "jawbreaker" a little too literally—because candy shouldn’t come with a side of dental disaster. Then, we go nuclear (literally) with the bizarre practice of detonating file cabinets for "science." It’s an explosive mix of absurdity and hilarity you don’t want to miss! News Stories Mentioned: Jawbreaker: https://www.odditycentral.com/news/woman-breaks-jaw-after-biting-into-jawbreaker-...
Jan 08, 2025•35 min•Ep 402•Transcript available on Metacast Zero Point Energy refers to the quantum mechanical contribution to the total kinetic energy of atoms and molecules that remains even at absolute zero temperature. What that means is the universe is filled with energy, so much that the energy in an empty teacup could boil all the oceans on out planet. But how do we access it? That is the big questions. And the other big question is have some inventors cracked the code, and been silenced for their efforts? This week we break down free energy, why ...
Dec 27, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep 403•Transcript available on Metacast This week, the Blurry Hysteria boys dive into bizarre tales from across the globe! First, a British Christmas card turns into a recruitment device for little government spies. Then, we head to Bulgaria, where a beach bar decided that a Roman sarcophagus made the perfect cocktail table. History buffs and ghost hunters, unite! Tune in for laughs, head-scratches, and plenty of conspiracy theories this week on Blurry Hysteria. News Stories Mentioned: Xmas Spies: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/bc-eu-...
Dec 25, 2024•29 min•Ep 402•Transcript available on Metacast This week on Blurry Hysteria, we’re diving into the bizarre and hilarious with two unforgettable stories. First, the mosh pit diaper—a sold-out sensation designed for concertgoers who refuse to miss a beat for a bathroom break. Yes, diapers in mosh pits are now a thing. Then, we’re taking a whirlwind tour of the oddest Guinness World Records of 2024, showcasing humanity’s strangest achievements, from balancing spaghetti on a toothbrush to eyebrow-length extravaganzas. Get ready for laughs, disbe...
Dec 20, 2024•35 min•Ep 401•Transcript available on Metacast This week on Blurry Hysteria, we’re swimming into the deep end of weird news! First, we bid farewell to Hvaldimir, the alleged Russian spy beluga whale who captured hearts—and maybe secrets—around the world. Was he a lovable marine mammal or Cold War collateral? Then, things get even darker in Sweden, where kids under 15 are exploiting a legal loophole to work as assassins. Yep, the kiddie table just got deadly. Buckle up for a wild ride of aquatic espionage and pint-sized hitmen on H51! News St...
Dec 18, 2024•43 min•Ep 400•Transcript available on Metacast Just when you thought the legend of D.B. Cooper couldn’t get any wilder, a new video emerges to reignite the flames of mystery and intrigue! Join the Hysteria 51 crew as they parachute back into one of history’s most baffling heists. Did this anonymous daredevil really vanish into thin air? Could the latest revelations finally crack the case? Or is this another layer of misdirection in the legend of America’s favorite outlaw? From suspects and money trails to conspiracy theories that will make y...
Dec 13, 2024•47 min•Ep 399•Transcript available on Metacast This week on Blurry Hysteria, we’re diving deep into some stories that are equal parts bizarre and unsettling. First, a woman’s abdominal implant unexpectedly erupts from her leg (yes, you read that right), sparking calls for FDA reforms. What went wrong, and how can Conspiracy Bot profit from it? Then, we surface an oarfish in California, a creature steeped in Japanese folklore as an omen of disaster. Is it just a fish out of water, or does it spell doom? Tune in for the weirdest tales this sid...
Dec 11, 2024•45 min•Ep 393•Transcript available on Metacast On this week’s Blurry Hysteria, we dig into a treasure hunt that’s gone on longer than most marriages! A golden owl hidden somewhere in France has treasure hunters deciphering riddles for over 30 years. Can you solve it, or will you just wing it like the rest of us? Then, we head to China, where a zoo is accused of painting a dog to look like a panda. Is this an adorable mistake or the work of Conspiracy Bot? Either way, we’re here to ruffle feathers and have a laugh. News Stories Mentioned: Owl...
Dec 04, 2024•27 min•Ep 397•Transcript available on Metacast It’s time to dive deep (literally) into the icy mysteries of Europa, Jupiter’s frozen moon that might just be the cosmic Atlantis. We’re cracking the ice on Europa’s potential subsurface ocean and asking the big questions: Are alien squids plotting to overthrow Earth? Could Europa’s ocean host life—or at least a killer alien shark movie? And how does radiation fit into all this? (Spoiler: It’s not great for suntans.) We’ll explore the latest research, NASA’s Europa Clipper mission, and why some ...
Nov 29, 2024•49 min•Ep 396•Transcript available on Metacast This week on Blurry Hysteria, we dive into some truly hair-raising (and head-turning) stories! First, we unravel the bizarre case of Rapunzel syndrome as surgeons pull a massive 2.5-inch hairball from a teen’s stomach. Then, a Florida beachgoer makes a shocking discovery—a human head washed ashore. Is it a clue to a larger mystery or just another day in the Sunshine State? You can’t make this stuff up— but it does give Conspiracy Bot ideas. Tune in for the weird this week on Blurry Hysteria! New...
Nov 27, 2024•32 min•Ep 395•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Blurry Hysteria turns the weird dial to Kentucky via Canada (AKA 11) as we delve into stories you won’t believe (but probably wish you could un-hear). First, we head to Nova Scotia, where a shocking discovery in a Walmart oven raises questions (and eyebrows). Then, it’s off to good old Kentucky for a tale that’s equal parts crime drama and macabre mystery as body parts lead to an arrest that feels ripped from a horror flick. Tune in for all the bizarre twists, ridiculous theories, and...
Nov 20, 2024•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Rake One of the internet's most enduring creepypastas—a story of a terrifying creature that preys on unsuspecting people in their sleep. Born from the online world, it quickly gained popularity, growing from a simple, scary tale into a fully-fledged phenomenon. This week we dive into its evolution, influence on pop culture, and its impact on those who’ve encountered stories about it, on Hysteria 51. Special thanks to this week’s research sources: Websites Creepypasta wiki - https://en.wikipe...
Oct 30, 2024•50 min•Ep 394•Transcript available on Metacast Check your struts and chutes, Flora is blasting off straight into the heart of the lost cosmonaut conspiracy theory! A conspiracy involving Soviet coverup of terrible atrocities, the lost cosmonaut theory deals with purported evidence of death after death in the race for space supremacy. Cries into the abyss, a faltering heartbeat, and airbrushed photos are just a few aspects of this theory. David delves deeply into the lore, examining audio files, photographs, and claims made by theorists. Just...
Oct 23, 2024•46 min•Ep 393•Transcript available on Metacast On this week’s episode of Blurry Hysteria, we dive headfirst into some truly bizarre and mind-boggling headlines. First, we explore the cutting-edge (pun intended) world of science where stem cells from circumcised baby foreskin are being used to grow mini-brains that not only process data but also run AI more efficiently than your average smartphone. Then, we check in with a spooky survey that claims most American houses are haunted. Could your home be next? Tune in for some haunted homes and b...
Oct 16, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Third times the charm! Evil Goforth... Lisa.... Rgular CBot (still evil). I;s all here, so buckle up! Original Description Remember that time we stormed Area 51 and Conspiracy Bot somehow got us involved in a Reptilian scheme to take over the world? Or that time we went to the Hollow Earth and stole a bunch of crap while also ending up in a ZORK world? Well, all good stories come to an end and that end is this week. Just who is pulling the strings? Will we sell that crap we stole? Why is British...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep 392•Transcript available on Metacast Can you feel that in the air... the 2nd day of excitement?!?! ok, maybe not so mucn, but it is Adventure Week dsy 2 on Hysteria 51. We are releasing ALL 3 Adventures back to back.... to back. Will there be an adventure 4 in th future? Check with your magic 8 ball... Again! Origial Description Remember that time we stormed Area 51 and Conspiracy Bot somehow got us involved in a Reptilian scheme to take over the world? (episode 155 for those of you playing at home) This is like that…only different...
Oct 10, 2024•50 min•Ep 391•Transcript available on Metacast Can you feel that in the air... the excitement?!?! It's Adventure Week on Hysteria 51. We are releasing ALL 3 Adventures for the next 3 days. will there be an adventure 4 in th future? Check with your magic 8 ball... Original Description This week we… Well, this week… You see, a funny thing happened on the way… It’s like…hmm…it’s like a Hysteria 51 adventure... Ah, forget it. You better just listen for yourself. Written by Michael Paul Gonzalez (MichaelPaulGonzalez.com / @monkeywright) In associ...
Oct 09, 2024•43 min•Ep 388•Transcript available on Metacast 
