The Strange, Dark & Mysterious delivered in podcast format. Follow the MrBallen Podcast on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish twice a week—every Monday and Thursday. Prime members can listen to new episodes 1-month early and all episodes ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.
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The human body is a miracle. But when it’s not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we’re sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold. From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you’ll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen’s Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its- ...
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More than a decade since Michael Jackson’s death, his legacy remains complicated and unresolved. Think Twice: Michael Jackson is an exploration of the King of Pop’s life and impact – and an investigation into why his global influence continues to endure, despite the disturbing allegations against him. In this ten-part series, journalists Leon Neyfakh and Jay Smooth bring you a new perspective on the Michael Jackson story, based on dozens of original interviews with people who watched it unfo ...
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The #1 science podcast for kids and their grown-ups. Hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz share stories about the latest news in science, technology, and innovation. Stories that give kids hope, agency and make us all say "WOW"! New episodes come out every Monday for free. Listen 1-week early and to all episodes ad-free with Wondery+, Wondery+ Kids on Apple Podcasts, or Amazon Music with a Prime membership or Amazon Music Unlimited subscription.
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Over My Dead Body is an anthology series about people who are pushed beyond their limits and do unspeakable things. Season 4: Gone Hunting - When Mike Williams vanishes on a hunting trip, the authorities presume he was eaten by alligators but one woman begins to suspect the true predators may lurk much closer to home. It sets her on a tireless crusade to uncover what really happened to Mike. A story about an obsessive love affair, a scandalous secret and a mother’s battle for justice. Listen ...
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How did 9/11 the day become 9/11 the idea? That question drives Pineapple Street Studios and award-winning host Dan Taberski (Missing Richard Simmons, Running From COPS, The Line) to shift the focus to what happened on 9/12, and every day after that. 9/12 is a poignant, surprising, and surprisingly funny seven episode series about people who wake up on 9/12 having to navigate a new, radically altered world. A teenager gets caught up in an out-of-control conspiracy theory that he helped start ...
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The Country Heat Weekly podcast, hosted by Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson, brings Amazon Music's Country Heat playlist to life. Every week Kelly and Amber deliver the vibrant world of country from Nashville to Austin and beyond – entertaining listeners with today's top tracks, sharing country music news, sitting down with beloved artists, celebrating country music history, and highlighting future stars.
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Bachelor Nation, can we steal you for a second?! The one and only official Bachelor Nation podcast is here! Hosted by “Bachelor In Paradise” Season 7 newlyweds Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt, “Bachelor Happy Hour” takes you behind the scenes with all things Bachelor Nation. Joe and Serena talk to current cast members who reveal first-hand details about what really goes on at the iconic Bachelor Mansion and they’ve got all the inside information about “The Bachelor,” “The Bachelorette,” and “Bac ...
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Have you ever had a dream? Something you wanted so bad you just couldn’t let it go? For a group of kids in Harlem in the Eighties, their dreams would change pop music forever. Teddy Riley, Timmy Gatling, and Aaron Hall form a group called Guy that would fuse hip-hop and R&B and launch a new sound. By the early Nineties, the New Jack Sound dominated the pop music charts: Bell Biv Devoe, Bobby Brown, Boyz II Men, and many more. But the rise of the New Jack sound would come at a cost, and not e ...
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Created by Tinkercast in collaboration with The Pop Ups, Flip & Mozi’s Guide to How to be an Earthling is an intergalactic musical journey that brings conservation into the conversation for kids and their grown-ups. Available every Thursday or listen ad-free and 1 week early and ad-free on Wondery+, Wondery+ Kids on Apple Podcasts, or on Amazon Music with a Prime membership or Amazon Music Unlimited subscription. Visit flipandmozi.com for conversation starters, book lists and activities to k ...
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Bosses can drive you crazy. How do you deal with micromanagers, unclear direction -- or get a promotion? Our workplace heroes Liz Dolan (ex-CMO, Nike, NatGeo Channels) and Larry Seal (executive coach) will help you make the big decisions, sort through the small stuff, and get more fulfillment from your work life. A fictional ad agency, Penn & Pencil, will serve as a comedic point of reference for your questions. I Hate My Boss. Workplace Drama. Comedic Relief. All episodes are available now. ...
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Three out of five people dream of writing a book. Maybe you're one of them. But what does it take to go from dream to launch? Screenwriter John August (Go, Big Fish, Charlie and The Chocolate Factory) sought to find out as he tackled something he’d only ever dreamed of: writing a novel. From Wondery, A Network Of Storytellers, this is a show about putting something out into the world. How will it turn out? You’ll know when we do. Listen to all episodes of Launch on Wondery+ or on Amazon Musi ...
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In the era of some of the most heinous serial killers of all time, one murderous family went curiously unnoticed: The McCrarys. Led by a psychopathic patriarch and his cunning son-in-law, this Texas clan roamed the country robbing, kidnapping, and killing up to 20 people, most of them taken from donut shops. “Families Who Kill: The Donut Shop Murders” recounts the wild and deeply disturbing story of an unhinged American family and the terrible brutality they unleashed. The podcast features t ...
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"ParTime here, ParTime there" Join Evan Cowsert and his brothers, Owen Cowsert, Tyler Murphy, and Zach Crizer on a captivating journey through diverse subjects such as current events, sports, vehicles, and comedy. Drawing inspiration from camaraderie in " Stand By Me," these lifelong friends share their unique perspectives, weaving a tapestry of entertaining conversations born from years of adventures and travels together. Follow the ParTime Podcast on all platforms, new episodes published e ...
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Hosted and narrated by John Stamos, The Grand Scheme: Snatching Sinatra is a complicated, nuanced story of one imperfect man trying to redeem himself by pulling off the perfect crime. Did you ever feel like everything’s broken, and it’s your job to fix it? That’s how Barry Keenan was feeling back in 1963. He was broke, unemployed, hooked on booze and pills, and his family was falling apart. Barry needed a miracle. And against all odds, he got one. One day the voice of God came over the radio ...
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The juiciest news, hottest gossip, and the real story of what it means to live in the spotlight. Fan favorites Joe Amabile, Natasha Parker, and Tia Booth are spilling the tea and dissecting the wildest and most surprising headlines of the week in Bachelor Nation and pop culture. They’re breaking down the clickbait so you don’t have to. Every week, a Bachelor Nation fan favorite or celebrity guest joins to take us inside their world as we get to the heart of the hottest news stories in entert ...
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Cold is a narrative podcast series focused on missing persons cases. Investigative journalist and host Dave Cawley takes on a single story with each season. Season 3: The Search for Sheree follows two suspects in the 1985 disappearance of Sheree Warren while examining the dangerous escalation of domestic abuse and sexual violence. The Cold team seeks to answer the question: what really happened to Sheree Warren? Season 2: Justice for Joyce Yost delves into the details of a murder-for-hire pl ...
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Here Comes The Sun-Powered Energy! (8/19/24)
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It’s Cyber Funday on Wow in the World, and Mindy is taking full advantage of all the good deals! Sales on everything she’s ever wanted and everything she never even knew she wanted! But is her online shopping spree a good deal for the planet? Guy Raz takes Mindy on a little time traveling fossil-fueled trip to the past to see how we can best protec…
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The Smell of Cyanide (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)
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On a summer day in 1986, a medical examiner and her assistant stared down at a deceased woman lying on the metal table. Neither of them had ever seen anything like this, the woman appeared to have been completely healthy at the time of her death - she didn't have a stroke, there was no heart attack and there was no sign of a drug overdose. However,…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Don't Sweat It! (8/16/24)
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Why is Mindy rollerblading around her Gingerbread Mansion wearing a trash bag? And what does this have to do with the science behind SWEAT? We’ve got questions AND answers on today’s slippery round of Two Whats!? & A Wow! We’re challenging you to find facts from fiction about sweat! Originally aired 4/8/20. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…
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Today on “Happy Hour,” Joe and Serena are here with one of Jenn’s final four men: Jeremy! As we gear up for Hometowns, Jeremy is telling us all about his connection with Jenn. We hear about some of the unseen moments between them, his take on all the drama thus far, plus a fun tease for what we can expect to see during his Hometowns! And, of course…
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Today on “Happy Hour,” Joe and Serena sit down with our next Bachelor, Grant Ellis! We’re getting to know Grant on a deeper level as we ask him some exclusive questions even he wasn’t expecting. We find out his ideal partner, some of Grant’s most iconic stories, and so much more. Plus, we play a round of “Red Flag or Red Rose” to find some of Grant…
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Search Engine: Who's behind these scammy text messages we've all been getting?
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Search Engine is hosted by PJ Vogt and was named one of the top podcasts of 2023 by Time Magazine, The Economist, and New York Magazine (Vulture). Search Engine is an explainer show that tackles all kinds of questions, big and small. On this episode: who's behind these scammy text messages we've all been getting? To find more episodes of Search Eng…
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Inside The Mind Of A Country Boy With Luke Bryan
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Y'all, it's official! We have reached the 100th episode of Country Heat Weekly, and here to celebrate with us is the dad by day, country music superstar by night - Luke Bryan. He gives us a realistic update on life in the Bryan household with teenage boys and his wife, Caroline, takes us through the makings of his upcoming album, "Mind of a Country…
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Sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction. And today’s podcast features 3 stories that demonstrate that. The audio from all three stories has been pulled from our main YouTube channel, which is just called "MrBallen," and has been remastered for today's podcast. Story names, previews & links to original YouTube videos: #3 -- "Bad Blood" -- An in…
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The Grant Interview You Won’t Want to Miss – Tomorrow
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Joe and Serena sit down with new “Bachelor” Grant Ellis for an intimate conversation. Tune in tomorrow at 10AM PST to hear it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Warner Bros
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Meet the Family — Part 1! | ‘Golden Hour’
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Today on “Golden Hour,” we have part one of our very special Meet the Family episode! Kathy’s son Kyle, her daughter-in-law Candi, and Susan’s daughter Britney are this week’s special guests. We get into Susan officiating Candi and Kyle’s wedding, the kids’ experiences being raised by Kathy and Susan, and so much more! It’s a heartwarming peek into…
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Today on Happy Hour, Joe and Serena are introducing us to the first ever cast of The Golden Bachelorette! Joan's Men have officially been announced and you won't believe what these iconic men have to offer our first Golden Bachelorette! Plus, Joe and Serena are giving us their top picks for this season; who do you think will make it to Joan's final…
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Today on Happy Hour, Joe and Serena are diving into last nights Bachelor Nation Star-studded episode of The Bachelorette! We kick off today's episode like never before, breaking some very exciting news to our hosts! Then, Joe and Serena dive into this week's episode; as we're on the heels of Hometowns, Jenn's connections are getting serious! We div…
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“The Buried Brain” A young man barely survives being trapped in an avalanche while on a ski trip. Then, his recovery is derailed when he starts suffering from mysterious seizures. When his doctors find out what’s triggering them, they’re shocked and amazed. “Killer Jetlag” A young woman comes home from studying in Ghana, ready to enjoy a relaxing s…
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Needs More Seashell! An Ancient Seashell Sings A New Song (8/12/24)
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Mindy and Guy Raz are facing the music and forming band! All they need is just a little more... seashell? Join Mindy, Guy Raz, and the rest of WOW crew on an adventure back to Stone Age to track down an 18,000 year old instrument! It's the who, what, when, where, why, how, and wow of SEASHELLS! Originally aired 5/10/21. See Privacy Policy at https:…
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Silent Screams (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)
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On the morning of July 7th, 2019, Sergeant Dan Birbeck responded to a call at the home of a 49-year-old woman in a small Texas town. Birbeck got to the house and found a bloody crime scene in the master bedroom – evidence that a violent struggle had taken place there. Three other members of the family were home that night and had been in close prox…
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Dennis and Reggie celebrate Dennis Month by deciding to throw a party! A livestream listening party! Plus an encore of "Why Horses Can't Wear Flip Flops!" W.O.W. Members, want to join the listening party? Visit tinkercast.com/events to join the members-only listening party on August 17th at 7pm eastern! Not a W.O.W. Member? Grown-ups, you can sign …
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Dennis and Reggie have no time for chit-chat today. They need to deliver a special World Organization of Wowzers announcement and then listen to an encore of "An Aurora Named Steve!" If your Wowzer wants a special limited-edition Dennis membership kit, Grownups, sign up at https://bit.ly/3YowvNe before August 31st, 2024! See Privacy Policy at https…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Join the Platy-Party (8/9/24)
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On the next episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow, Mindy & Guy celebrate one of the weirdest critters on planet Earth: The platypus! From the duck-bill to the flat tail, we’re gonna give you the lowdown on this amazing monotreme, Visit https://bit.ly/3zfwJMc for more details. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice …
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Today on “Golden Hour,” Kathy and Susan are back for another round of Friday Fan Questions. We kick off with the question of the day: Do “find the cheater” videos do more harm than good? Then, we get into some of your questions. We’re talking making new friends after being burned, age gaps in relationships, and so much more. Tune in now to hear it …
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Today on “Happy Hour,” Devin joins us! He’s spilling all the tea on all the drama, his sparks with Jenn, and more! We get into Ice Cream Gate, his drama with the guys, and what’s really been going down in the house. We also discuss Devin’s moments with Jenn, including the one-on-one that changed everything. Plus, we get the truth on where the guys …
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Kelly's back from New York City with a full report on Carrie Underwood's Central Park concert and return to American Idol. She and Amber dig into the week's other big news including upcoming albums, a very special Grand Ole Opry debut, and give a sneak peek at an upcoming chat with Lainey Wilson! Check in on Instagram to let us know where you are l…
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There are some truly dangerous people in this world whose intent is to mean harm to others, and today’s podcast features 2 stories that demonstrate that. The audio from both of these stories has been pulled from our main YouTube channel and has been remastered for today's episode. Story names, previews & links to original YouTube videos: #2 -- "Hea…
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Today on “Golden Hour,” Kathy and Susan are back for another round of advice for your fan questions! We kick off today’s episode with Kathy and Susan’s wedding hot takes. Then, we get into your questions! We dive into lulls after first dates, when friends might have a wandering eye for your boyfriend, and more. Plus, we end today’s episode with ano…
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Today on “Happy Hour,” we’re recapping last night’s episode of “The Bachelorette”! With some of Jenn’s connections getting deeper, Joe and Serena are giving us their thoughts on her front-runners. We get into the dates, including the majorly mismatched energy between Sam M. and Jenn this week. Plus, we get a little insight into what Joe and Serena …
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A little girl falls prey to a disease so deadly and rare, the CDC fears it might be an act of bioterrorism. Investigators scramble to find the source, but the answer comes from somewhere nobody was expecting. Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime mem…
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Woof woof! Who's a smart dog? Beardsley is! Mindy, Guy and the gang head to Canine University for the graduation of a very special class of dogs. It's the who, when, why, how and WOW of specialized sniffing! Hey Grownups! Tickets for the Make It Wow! LIVE in San Francisco and New York are NOW available for PRESALE for W.O.W. Members ONLY at https:/…
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The Final Keystroke (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)
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One Monday morning in May of 2010, a classroom full of sixth graders sat at their desks waiting for their substitute teacher to arrive. But the morning bell rang, and the substitute never showed. A passing administrator noticed the substitute’s absence, and he hurried to the front office to find out what was going on. This substitute had always bee…
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Grownups, we want to hear from you! Help us better understand YOU and how we can keep making content your family will LOVE by taking a short survey at tinkercast.com/survey. Thanks for helping us WOW! Welcome back to... Fish Wow... on the Week Fish!? Dennis and Reggie dish up some fish cakes, plus an encore of "SomeFIN Smells Fishy in Here, Part 2"…
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Grownups, we want to hear from you! Help us better understand YOU and how we can keep making content your family will LOVE by taking a short survey at tinkercast.com/survey. Thanks for helping us WOW! Dennis and Reggie tell knock-knock jokes and write some new songs, host a Q&A segment, and listen to an encore of "SomeFIN Smells Fishy in Here, Part…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Squash The Competition (8/2/24)
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Grownups, we want to hear from you! Help us better understand YOU and how we can keep making content your family will LOVE by taking a short survey at tinkercast.com/survey. Thanks for helping us WOW! This week, Two Whats?! And a Wow, brings you a seasonal favorite fruit: We’re all about pumpkins! Mindy & Guy will carve through things to separate t…
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