Best Marfa Podcasts (2024)

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The Smiley Face Killers 16:40

8h ago16:40

16:40

In this episode we discuss the Smiley Face Killer Theory, who they are, where they are, and how they do what they do. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The California Arkstorm 33:33

6d ago33:33

33:33

In this episode we discuss the California Arkstorm, a thousand year storm, that some are predicting will hit California in 2024 Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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UFOs in the Snow 30:11

13d ago30:11

30:11

In this episode we discuss UFO sightings at both the North and South pole. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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April Fools Episode with Brooklyn 28:38

17d ago28:38

28:38

This is our April Fools episode where we hear a "scary" story from Brooklyn. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The Evil Eye (Ojo) 28:12

20d ago28:12

28:12

In this episode we discuss the history of the Evil Eye, and how it shows up in our culture today. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The Murder of Irene Garza with Special Guest Rosie Martinez 8:19

29d ago8:19

8:19

In this episode we discuss the murder of Irene Garza with Special Guest Rosie Martinez. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The Legend of the San Patricios 14:28

1M ago14:28

14:28

This is our St. Patrick's Day episode where we discuss the Legend of the San Patricios, who they were, and how they have influenced Mexican, and Tex-Mex culture to this day. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The Happy Face Killer 25:50

1M ago25:50

25:50

In this episode we discuss the Happy Face Killer, Keith Jesperson, his crimes, and one of the unsolved cases where the victim is possibly from the Rio Grande Valley. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Guatemalan Worry Dolls 16:06

2M ago16:06

16:06

In this episode we discuss the Guatemalan Worry Dolls, what they are and what they supposedly do. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Episode 60- The Marfa Lights 31:43

2M ago31:43

31:43

In this week's episode I drink an Imperial Pineapple cider from the Schilling Brewing Co and discuss The Marfa Lights- an unexplained phenomena happening in the desert of Marfa Texas. Cheers, and stay weird. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weirdontherockspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weirdont…

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Call-In: Kerry C 14:07

2M ago14:07

14:07

In this episode we read a letter sent to us by Kerry C., one of our followers, about an experience he had while in college in Harlingen, Texas at Texas State Technical College. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The Ken and Barbie Killers 23:31

2M ago23:31

23:31

In this episode we discuss the Ken and Barbie Killers, Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka, their crimes, and what made them so notorious. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The Big Bird of Brownsville 18:36

2M ago18:36

18:36

In this episode we discuss the Big Bird of Brownsville that was sighted in Texas in the 1970's. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Marfa Lights 20:26

3M ago20:26

20:26

In this episode we discuss the mysterious lights that show up right outside of the town of Marfa in Texas. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Nikola Tesla to Donald Trump 32:41

3M ago32:41

32:41

In this episode we discuss the Conspiracy Theory that connects Nikola Tesla to Donald Trump, what it is, and some unusual coincidences to a book about a time traveling character named Barron Trump. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Jehovah's Witnesses 30:44

3M ago30:44

30:44

In this episode we discuss the Jehovah's Witnesses, what they believe, how they worship, and what makes them a cult. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The Girl of Matz Street 18:21

3M ago18:21

18:21

In this episode we discuss the Girl of Matz Street in Harlingen, Texas, with a few of the stories and discuss the legend. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Duendes 29:22

4M ago29:22

29:22

In this episode we discuss Duendes, what they are, and the legend behind them, Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The Nativity Scene in the Qur'an 19:13

4M ago19:13

19:13

This is our Christmas episode, where we discuss the Nativity Scene as described in the Qur'an. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Gypsy Rose Blanchard 1:28:03

4M ago1:28:03

1:28:03

In this episode we discuss the disturbing and complicated story of Gypsy Rose Blanchard. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Albert Fish 24:53

4M ago24:53

24:53

In this episode we discuss the notorious American serial killer Albert Fish. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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The Brownsville Raid 19:28

4M ago19:28

19:28

In this episode David and Bianca discuss the Brownsville Raid (also known as the Brownsville Affair) where Black American soldiers (also know as the Buffalo Soldiers) were discriminated against, and framed for crimes that they didn't commit. We also discuss the remnants of that history in Brownsville today, and set the foundation for upcoming stori…

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La Llorona of San Benito 21:53

4M ago21:53

21:53

We discuss the "Wailing Woman of San Benito" the 956 version of La Llorona. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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100 PROOF Live: Blur’s BLAST Pros and Cons 51:00

5M ago51:00

51:00

Kevin (CEO, PROOF) is joined by Derek (Collab+Currency), Amanda (PROOF Culture and Community), Sam (NFTStats; PROOF Director of Research), and Eli (PROOF Head of Art) for the show this week. The crew talks about the upcoming Cozomo event at The Foundry before diving into Blur’s BLAST– what is it and why are so many people putting their ETH into it?…

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The Mandela Effect 20:58

5M ago20:58

20:58

In this episode we discuss the Mandela Effect, some situations in which it occurs, and possible explanations on why it keeps happening. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Aileen Wuornos 24:12

5M ago24:12

24:12

We discuss the infamous serial killer Aileen Wuornos, and whether or not justice was served. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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100 PROOF Live: Franke's 1982 Apple II Art Reimagined 50:44

5M ago50:44

50:44

Kevin (CEO, PROOF) is reunited with Derek (Collab+Currency) this week. They’re joined by Amanda (PROOF Culture and Community), Sam (NFTStats; PROOF Director of Research), and Eli (PROOF Head of Art) for the show. Eli gives details of the ZENTRUM Exhibition at the Foundry and the exciting Helena Sarin drop. NFTstats/Sam gives an overview of the mark…

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La Pascualita 23:14

5M ago23:14

23:14

This is the story of la Pascualita a mannequin in Chihuahua, Mexico. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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100 PROOF Live: The Bull Market Has Begun - with guest Tony Herrera 1:01:02

5M ago1:01:02

1:01:02

Kevin (CEO, PROOF) is joined by Amanda (PROOF Culture and Community), Justin (Co-Founder, PROOF), and special guest collector Tony Herrera for this week’s 100 PROOF Live. Kevin and Justin quickly recap their recent time in Japan before the crew dives into "the pump." Are we back -- or not quite yet? Tony also gives a little background of how he got…

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The Colonial Inn 18:08

5M ago18:08

18:08

This episode is about the Colonial Inn in downtown Brownsville, Texas. A professor came to town to give a speech and left with a story he and his wife won't soon forget. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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Christopher Columbus Alien Encounter 18:30

6M ago18:30

18:30

In this episode we talk about a journal entry from Christopher Columbus, while he was sailing in the Bermuda Triangle where he claims to see weird lights that some claim might have been aliens. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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100 PROOF Live: Is the NFT Bull Run Back? 56:22

6M ago56:22

56:22

Kevin (CEO, PROOF) is joined by Amanda (PROOF Culture and Community) and Sam (NFTStats; PROOF Director of Research) for this week’s 100 PROOF Live. After Sam’s market overview, the trio discuss how a crypto rally is affecting NFTs before discussing Snowfro’s colorful Velocity Series project, ///. Sam then talks with artist ThankYouX about his excit…

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The Bone Church in Prague 21:37

6M ago21:37

21:37

In this episode we talk about a church in Prague, Czech Republic that is decorated with human bones. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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100 PROOF Live: XCOPY’s “Algo Bro” 1:00:53

6M ago1:00:53

1:00:53

PROOF CEO Kevin Rose is back with Derek, Amanda, Eli and Sam, to discuss some of the latest art drops and the rising popularity of physicals. They look into XCOPY and his latest piece “Algo Bro” , as well as art from Matt Kane and Wiliam Mapan. The crew wraps it up with a discussion on the impact of royalties and prints in the digital space before …

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John Wayne Gacy 20:20

6M ago20:20

20:20

This episode is about the notorious serial killer John Wayne Gacy, the original "Killer Clown." Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David & Bianca

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100 PROOF Live: Peter Saville, Stephen Morris, and the Joy Division Archive 1:07:58

6M ago1:07:58

1:07:58

Kevin (CEO, PROOF) is joined by Derek (Collab+Currency), Sam (PROOF Director of Research), and Amanda (PROOF Culture and Community) for an amazing show. Sam dives into an NFT market overview for the week before the crew discusses Pace's collaboration with Peter Saville on the CP1919 project, Blur Season 2 Ending, Refik Anadol enters MoMA’s permanen…

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Aliens at the Mexican Congress 19:19

6M ago19:19

19:19

This episode is about the Aliens that were on display at a Congressional Hearing in Mexico. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David

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Simulation Theory 20:55

6M ago20:55

20:55

In this episode we talk about the theory that we are all living in a simulation. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David

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Mark Kilroy 25:36

6M ago25:36

25:36

This episode is about the murder of Mark Kilroy with a lot of personal anecdotes. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David

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Raquel and Rubén Leal 16:07

6M ago16:07

16:07

Our first episode about the ghosts of Raquel and Rubén Leal that are often seen at Texas Southmost College in Brownsville, Texas. Follow us on Facebook. Thank you for watching!By David

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Creative Commons Licenses read by Zoe 25:27

7M ago25:27

25:27

You’re producing a sleep podcast for Marfa Public Radio, not unlike the one you’re listening to right now. You’re looking for music, a dulcet tune to lull your listeners into sweet sleep. You find a couple of lo-fi selections. But…can you use them? Are you allowed? Will you find yourself entangled in a stressful lawsuit around copyright infringemen…

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The Public Broadcasting Act of 1967 read by Elise 22:36

7M ago22:36

22:36

It’s 1967, you find yourself in the hallowed halls of an important national institution, that happens to smell like dust and popcorn. You’re seated in a rigid chair, looking upon the senate floor. The hum of discussion fills your ears as you sink deeper into your seat on the sidelines. Senators are discussing the future of broadcasting. The public …

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The NPR Style Guide read by Carlos 24:00

7M ago24:00

24:00

You’re writing up an article for the Marfa Public Radio website and you find yourself wondering… do I use an oxford comma? Is this the correct syntax for the situation? How should I go about capitalization? Should I use italics here? Can I use italics? Marfa Public Radio’s News Director, Carlos Morales has the answers to your questions. In this epi…

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A Brief History of All Things Considered read by Travis Bubenik 13:09

7M ago13:09

13:09

You’re listening to MPR in the afternoon. The program? All Things Considered. As you sink into a comfortable plush armchair, you ponder— where did this show come from? Who’s making this happen? Who has made this happen, historically? In this episode, Marfa Public Radio reporter and All Things Considered host Travis Bubenik reads a brief history of …

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The Dark Sky Ordinance read by Annie 19:21

7M ago19:21

19:21

After a brutally hot summer, the desert weather’s easing up. You like standing outside at night, but you find it gets dark, so dark that you can’t see a thing. You yearn to read outside, yearn to knit, yearn to play a game of solitaire every once in a while. At last, you decide to install an outdoor light. But you harbor a concern— you don’t want t…

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US Postal Regulations read by Yvonne 18:51

7M ago18:51

18:51

You’ve been sending out Marfa Public Radio merch packages all day to places near and far– tees to Tomball, caps to Cornwall, diner mugs all the way to Montreal. You’re surrounded by stacks of shirts, soft and inviting– a bed of cotton classic logo tees upon which you lay your head. You’re sending out the last order of the day and you wonder, what e…

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The Tower Regulations Manual read by Travis Pope 9:48

7M ago9:48

9:48

It’s a rainy night in Far West Texas— the drops hit the roof of the radio station, the pitter patter a percussive rhythm. You gaze out the window, and far away, you see lightning strike. Uh oh. You know what that means. The tower is out. In this episode, Marfa Public Radio’s station manager Travis Pope, reading a selection of The Tower Regulations …

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The Texas Administrative Code read by Mitch 18:38

7M ago18:38

18:38

You live in Texas. You find a phrase floating around in your mind: Texas Administrative Code. What is that? Is that a code of honor? Is it a code of conduct? Is it a secret code that gets you a discount at your favorite store? Is it a communication code, like morse? You don’t know. But Mitch Borden does know. In this episode, Marfa Public Radio’s P…

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FCC Rules and Policies read by Chris 20:54

7M ago20:54

20:54

You’re the programming director at Marfa Public Radio. Someone has pitched you an idea for a new show. It’s an edgy program that may contain questionable content. Are you up to date with the current regulations? Well, you should be. The FCC requires it. In this episode, Marfa Public Radio’s Programming Director, Chris Dyer, reads the FCC Rules and …

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A Brief History of Morning Edition read by Julie 14:28

7M ago14:28

14:28

It’s early in the morning, you reach over to your analog radio and turn the dial to hear a warm fuzz, breaking into the beginnings of your favorite program, Morning Edition. You find yourself curious– asking what is this show? Where did it come from? Who’s making this happen? Who has made this happen, historically? In this episode, Marfa Public Rad…

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