Best Just A Story Urban Legend Podcasts (2024)

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403: Satyrs & Fauns 52:34

1h ago52:34

52:34

Keeping with our nature spirits trend, we’re talking about the horny (in more ways than one) Greek nature spirits: satyrs, and their Roman counterparts, fauns! Later satyrs! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of sexual content, sexual assault, masturbation, bestiality, and drugs. Housekeeping - Recommendation: Th…

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232 - Weird Weapons 30:23

23m ago30:23

30:23

Send us a Text Message. This week is all about weird weapons from history! Learn about the Peacemaker, the Hellburner, and the Dardanelles Gun. Like the show on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OurWeirdWorldPod/ Follow John on Twitter and Instagram @TheJohnHinson Follow the show on Instagram @OurWeirdWorldPod Want more John? Everyone wants more …

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The Face of Sports Betting: Mazi VS on Mastering the Game and Making Music Moves 38:59

10h ago38:59

38:59

Ever wonder how someone can turn their passion for sports into a profitable career? Mazi VS joins us to share his incredible journey from a Vegas newbie to a prominent figure in the sports betting world. We kick off by exploring his background, discussing how he built his company, Mazi Picks, to offer specialized betting advice. Mazi opens up about…

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"Taboo of the Forgotten Lands" 6:27

4d ago6:27

6:27

In the heart of the Pacific, where the turquoise waters cradle ancient islands, a tale unfolds. "Whispers of the Tapu" invites you to journey through the rich tapestry of Polynesian culture, where sacred taboos once governed life. Explore the delicate balance between the mortal and divine, witness the erosion of tradition in the wake of foreign inf…

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The Molalla Forest Serial Killer - Portland, OR 27:12

3h ago27:12

27:12

Today we’re headed back to the late 1980s, when a series of gruesome discoveries were made deep within the beauty of Molalla Forest. Hikers and locals seemingly one after another kept on stumbling upon skeletal remains of people that had been brutally murdered, their bodies left out there to the elements. 👀 Watch This Episode On Youtube: https://ww…

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Gali Arnon: The Future of Work is Fractional, Fiverr CBO 46:59

4m ago46:59

46:59

00:00 Introduction and Gali Arnon's Background 11:16 The Attraction to Fiverr and Changing Perceptions 18:09 Supporting Freelancers and Building Community 21:46 Fiverr's Role in Helping Freelancers Manage Business 25:08 Embracing AI as a Tool in the Creative Space 27:11 Addressing Job Loss Concerns 30:09 Mastering AI Capabilities 34:36 Ensuring Wom…

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402: Your Urban Legends XCV - Just Another Blood Curse 47:10

1h ago47:10

47:10

Sometimes you record an episode from the middle of the woods in rural Canada, so you have to really up the ante. We taunt a malicious spirit, start a ghost story, and dive into the microfiche to investigate a haunting. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of child endangerment, panic attacks, and home invasion. Hou…

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231 - More Airplane Stories! 23:48

2h ago23:48

23:48

Send us a Text Message. This week we're covering more airplane stories, such as Alexander Kliuyev, Asiana Flight 214, National Airlines Flight 2511, and FedEx Flight 705. Check out the first part of this series back in Episode #204. Like the show on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OurWeirdWorldPod/ Follow John on Twitter and Instagram @TheJohnH…

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I-70 Killer - Truly The Darkest True Crime Story You’ll Ever Hear 32:41

8d ago32:41

32:41

Today we have one of the wildest stories, in my opinion we’ve ever covered. It is so insane that the entire thing sounds made up. So let’s head on over to Indy, and learn all about Herb Baumeister, his Fox Hallow Farm and the i-70 strangler. 👀 Watch This Episode On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/scarymysteries 🎧 Our Other Podcast Scary Mysteries:…

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Michael Browning Jr: An Entrepreneur's Lessons in Building the Urban Air Adventure Park Empire 41:52

13d ago41:52

41:52

00:00 Introduction to Michael Browning and Unleashed Brands 03:08 Early Life and Entrepreneurial Journey 04:09 The Power of Data in Business 05:42 Building Urban Air Adventure Park 08:04 Focusing on the Target Audience 09:32 Learning from Mistakes and Making Data-Driven Decisions 11:27 Site Selection and Considerations 13:24 Differentiating Between…

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John Bernatovicz: How to HR Like a Boss 22:55

13m ago22:55

22:55

00:00 Putting People First: The Key to Accountability and Success in Business 05:46 The Challenges of Recruiting and the Issue of Ghosting 11:40 Creating a Positive Work Environment: The Role of HR 19:46 Supporting Employees' Dreams: The Power of Purposeful Commitment 21:14 Detaching from the Result: The Path to Continuous Improvement…

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401: Set 49:54

6d ago49:54

49:54

Every story needs a villain, and Egyptian mythology has Set. But is he really just a villain? We explore his multifaceted domains, his motivations, and the worst salad story you’ve ever heard. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of death, murder, sexual content, sexual assault, colonization, infidelity, eye injury…

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Beyond Words - Molly Ness 34:41

3h ago34:41

34:41

Molly Ness is a former classroom teacher, a reading researcher, and a teacher educator. She earned a doctorate in reading education at the University of Virginia, and spent 16 years as an associate professor at Fordham University in New York City. The author of five books, Molly serves on the Board of Directors for the International Literacy Associ…

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Mitch Mitchem: Balancing AI Tech with Human Connection 21:39

1d ago21:39

21:39

00:00 Introduction: The Human Element in a Tech-Driven World 03:20 The Need for the Human Touch in a Fast-Paced Tech Space 07:06 The Impact of Remote Work on the Human Experience 08:30 Innovations for More Human Connection in the Physical Space 12:14 Parenting and Technology: Finding the Balance 14:12 You Disrupted: Embracing Change and Taking Acti…

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Michael Dickerson: Struggle Well at Work: Positive Mental Health Strategies 20:21

11h ago20:21

20:21

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Sponsorship 03:04 The Impact of the Pandemic on Mental Health 04:22 Creating an Open and Supportive Environment 07:41 Leadership's Role in Championing Mental Health 09:09 Approaching Mental Health Discussions 10:08 Challenges and Benefits of Remote Work 13:54 The Potential Impact of AI on Mental Health 15:43 Addressin…

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230 - Odd Organizations 24:03

1d ago24:03

24:03

Send us a Text Message. This week we're doing something a little different and talking about some strange clubs and organizations from history! Learn about the Church of the Hammer, The International Concatenated Order of Hoo-Hoo, the Ripper Crew, and the Society for the Prevention of Calling Sleeping Car Porters "George." Like the show on Facebook…

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Lisa Russel: AI Ethics & The Metrics for Making Informed Hiring Decisions 17:35

6d ago17:35

17:35

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Vizier 03:14 Using Data to Drive Impactful Changes 05:29 Micro Changes and Biases in Organizations 06:46 The Power of Listening and Awareness 09:08 Trends and Collaborations in HR Tech 10:36 The Pitfalls of AI Technology 12:23 Utilizing AI as a Tool for Efficiency 13:23 Data Security and Ethical Use of AI 15:32 Im…

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Theories Surrounding Jason Landry's Fate 28:32

4d ago28:32

28:32

On December 13th of 2020, a young college student embarked on a routine journey, one he had done many times before…..only on this day it would end in becoming one of Texas's most baffling modern mysteries. 👀 Watch This Episode On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/scarymysteries 🎧 Our Other Podcast Scary Mysteries: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZooE…

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Kris Morahan: From Nightlife Expertise to Community Pub & Bar Pioneer 41:54

4d ago41:54

41:54

What if the critical turning point in your career was just one brave decision away? Join us on the Vegas Circle Podcast as we sit down with kris Moran, a trailblazer in Las Vegas's nightlife and gaming scenes. From his humble beginnings as a bartender in New York to becoming an influential figure in the city's vibrant nightclub culture, Kris's jour…

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Charise Pasche: From Shark Tank Rejection to Revolutionizing the Gender-Neutral Fashion Movement 44:37

20d ago44:37

44:37

00:00 From Immigrant Parents to Entrepreneurship 05:19 Building a Gender-Neutral Fashion Brand 09:53 Overcoming Funding and Supply Chain Challenges 20:09 Authenticity and Care 20:19 Clothing Has No Gender 21:18 Inclusivity vs. Exclusivity 22:36 Financial Progress 25:45 Starting with Jeans 28:11 The Challenge of Capital 29:28 Building a Community 31…

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400: The Oneida Community 57:06

6d ago57:06

57:06

400 episodes. Wow. We decided for this one to talk about something that has captured our interests since before Spirits was even the thing - the Oneida Community. We talk about the Second Great Awakening, the Burned Over District, and the result: A well-known silver company. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of …

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Debra Squyres: The Power of Feedback: A Gift for Growth 30:08

6d ago30:08

30:08

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Shared Passion for Cacio e Pepe 01:26 Getting into HR and Witnessing Workplace Changes 04:17 The Evolution of HR and Employee Benefits 05:38 Challenges of Maternity Leave and Work-Life Balance 06:49 Driving Change in HR and Leaving Large Companies 09:34 Transformation in HR and the Impact of the Pandemic 11:31 Empowe…

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Heather Bussing: How to Get Job Pay Right 14:48

15d ago14:48

14:48

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 01:22 Conflicts over Paid Leave 03:06 Finding a Balance with Sick Leave 04:33 The Need for National Regulation on Family Leave 06:03 The United States' Lack of Support for New Mothers 08:23 The Misuse of AI in Recruiting 10:41 The Importance of Pay Transparency and Equity 11:39 Insights from 'Get Pay Right' …

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229 - Weird Fun Bag #12: An Autistic Heist, A Weird Family, and Living the Dream 27:43

19d ago27:43

27:43

Send us a Text Message. It's a new month, which means a new Weird Fun Bag! We're looking at the stories of Edwin Rist, Dana Brown, and the Tromp Family. Like the show on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OurWeirdWorldPod/ Follow John on Twitter and Instagram @TheJohnHinson Follow the show on Instagram @OurWeirdWorldPod Want more John? Everyone wa…

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Rachel Druckenmiller: How To Unmute Yourself and Unlock Your Passion and Growth 28:19

18d ago28:19

28:19

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Power of Curiosity 03:06 Unmuting Yourself: Expressing Thoughts, Wants, and Needs 05:21 Defining Culture: Beliefs, Practices, and Values 06:20 Valuing Employees and Providing Career Trajectories 07:17 Investing in Oneself and Saying Yes to Opportunities 09:11 The Power of Saying No and Focusing on Strengths 13:01…

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LAKE LANIER: THE MOST CURSED LAKE IN AMERICA 28:19

11d ago28:19

28:19

The vast man made Lake Lanier in Georgia, In its nearly seventy years of existence, is a body of water that has claimed close to 1000 lives. It is an imposing and mysterious lake, where people keep dying and disappearing, each tale getting weirder then the next. And when you find out what lies beneath it, well for some reason all the tragedies and …

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Blackout Punch: An Entrepreneur’s Journey from Chaos to Clarity: Four Loko Founder Chris Hunter 56:12

27d ago56:12

56:12

00:00 The Entrepreneurial Journey: From Childhood to Business Success 08:02 Navigating Controversy: The Intersection of Alcohol and Caffeine 12:56 Leadership and Team Management: Balancing Assertiveness and Empathy 24:02 Cultural Impact and Brand Relevance: Adapting to Market Dynamics 27:35 Journey of Personal Growth and Entrepreneurship…

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399: Oceanids, Nereids, & Naiads 48:40

23d ago48:40

48:40

Oceanids, Nereids, and Naiads, oh my! We’re back to talking about nymphs, but this time it’s all about water nymphs - rivers, the sea, the springs and lakes. Grab your towels and let’s dive in! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of cannibalism, death, murder, blood, castration, warfare, drowning, and sex. Houseke…

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228 - An Assortment of American Killers, Part 2 30:59

15d ago30:59

30:59

Send us a Text Message. This week we're wrapping up our series on American murderers with the stories of Dorothea Helen Gray, Ray Copeland, and Andre Thomas. Like the show on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OurWeirdWorldPod/ Follow John on Twitter and Instagram @TheJohnHinson Follow the show on Instagram @OurWeirdWorldPod Want more John? Everyo…

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From Entrepreneurship to Political Advocacy with Robert “Twixx” Taylor 37:24

1M ago37:24

37:24

Have you ever wondered what it takes for a DJ to become a successful entrepreneur and a city councilman? Join us as we uncover the remarkable journey of Robert "Twixx" Taylor, from his early days DJing in fourth grade to founding the Feta Mall Barbershop at just 23. Robert shares how his father’s enthusiasm for life insurance sales ignited his own …

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Unmasking The Gainesville Ripper - The True Story of a COED Predator 28:52

28d ago28:52

28:52

In 1990, dreams turned into nightmares for the students at the University of Florida. What was supposed to be the exciting start of a new chapter, with eager young people flocking to their campus homes, became a super dark reign of terror. A predator had come to hunt and no one was safe from the clutches of the sadistic Gainesville Ripper. 👀 Watch …

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Tom Schaeppi: Distilling Years of Passion and Life Experiences into Whiskey 47:38

18d ago47:38

47:38

00:00 Introduction and Background 05:09 Marketing and the Evolution of the Industry 09:22 Building Trust and a Successful Team 15:53 Combining Passion for Sustainability and Whiskey 22:41 Adapting to New Platforms in Marketing 24:02 Accelerating Whiskey Aging with Grooved Barrels 25:06 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Credibility 26:12 C…

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398: Your Urban Legends XCIV - The Following Spirit 46:58

28d ago46:58

46:58

Do not adjust your podcast players. If this is all sounding familiar to you, it might be an echo of the future. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of fire, hanging, death, bones, animal death, animal sacrifice, toxic masculinity, home invasion, and sex. Housekeeping - Recommendation: This week, Julia recommends S…

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HR Legend Steve Browne: People Over Pizza 25:07

20d ago25:07

25:07

00:00 The Art of Public Speaking 01:26 Steve Brown's Origin Story 03:01 Understanding the Business and Adding Value 04:10 Building a Diverse and Inclusive Culture 05:39 The Importance of Being Open-Minded and Curious 09:20 The Value of Willingness in Employees 12:55 Prioritizing Others and Building Trust in HR…

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Health Tech Innovator: Troy Simon's Journey to Creating AI-Powered Wellness Solutions 14:06

21d ago14:06

14:06

(00:04) Innovative Health Benefits Platform Development (01:39 - 02:49) Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs (07:03 - 08:12) Decentralizing Healthcare With AI Training (09:08) Building a Personalized Health PlatformBy Adam Posner

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Listen Now: Hysterical 6:50

22d ago6:50

6:50

Hysterical investigates a mysterious illness that spreads among a group of high school girls in upstate New York. What is causing their sudden, often violent symptoms? Is there something in the water or inside the school? Or is it “all in their head?” The series examines the outbreak in LeRoy, NY, believed by some to be the most severe case of mass…

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227 - An Assortment of American Killers, Part 1 33:20

22d ago33:20

33:20

Send us a Text Message. This week we're starting a two-part series on some wild murderers from the United States. Tune in to learn about the Harpe Brothers, Phillip Jablonski, and Juan Corona. Like the show on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OurWeirdWorldPod/ Follow John on Twitter and Instagram @TheJohnHinson Follow the show on Instagram @OurW…

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Adam Posner & Chris Russel: The Intersection of Recruiting and Podcasting 15:48

22d ago15:48

15:48

(00:04) Career Change (02:16 - 02:56) Career Transition (05:39) Recruiting Strategies and Tools (07:49 - 08:49) Recruiting Trends in Media Advertising (13:18 - 14:23) AI Impact on Recruiting ProcessesBy Adam Posner

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The BLACK Eyed Kids - Face To Face With These Freaky Children 26:16

1M ago26:16

26:16

All throughout history and in basically every culture around the world, you’ll find stories about creatures with eyes so black, they’re like staring into the abyss. If you’re one of the unlucky ones that finds yourself making contact with them, they invoke a feeling of immense dread, and there’s good reason for that… its’ because these beings are a…

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Diane Prince: Unpacking the Secrets to a $28 Million Staffing Exit 49:43

27d ago49:43

49:43

00:00 Lessons Learned and Agency Ownership 24:58 Navigating the World of Staffing Agencies 39:39 The Power of Coaching and Consulting 44:27 The Significance of Personal FreedomBy Adam Posner

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397: Zombies and Shakespeare (with Melody Bates) 51:26

1M ago51:26

51:26

Was Shakespeare writing about zombies? What if Romeo & Juliet were transformed at the end of the play rather than just dying? We’re joined by playwright and creator Melody Bates to talk about her love and frustration with Shakespeare, her acting origins, and translating fashion and folklore into performance. Content Warning: This episode contains c…

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Jocelyn King: Revolutionizing Compliance with Tech 26:37

1M ago26:37

26:37

00:00 Introduction and Trade Show Tips 01:46 Jocelyn's Journey and the Birth of Virgil HR 03:10 The Product: Employment and Labor Law Platform 06:23 The Role of AI in HR: Balancing Automation and the Human Touch 07:06 The Value of SHRM Certification for HR Practitioners 08:07 Recruiter Bashing and the State of the Hiring Market 09:36 Concerns and E…

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Josh Rock: Taking Ownership of Your Job Search 21:30

1M ago21:30

21:30

00:00 Game Seven and Transition to Talent Acquisition 01:26 Managing Timelines and Processes in Recruiting 03:17 Uncovering Opportunities in the Hidden Job Market 06:11 Taking Ownership of Your Job Search 09:53 Ethical Usage of AI in Recruiting 18:31 Exciting Innovation in the HR Tech SpaceBy Adam Posner

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