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Prepare to plunge into the peculiar as Dan Schreiber, professional fact-hunter, uncovers the wild beliefs, ideas and theories of some of the most remarkable people on planet earth. As well as delving into the lives of truly fascinating people, Dan asks his guests a maverick tour of questions known as The Batshit Survey. Do they believe in Ghosts? Déjà vu? Telepathy? Premonitions? Déjà vu? Either way, everyone has theories they are transfixed by, or a mystery in their own life that they’re tr ...
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Derby Talk, Deja Poo and The Mental Health Crisis
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May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. This topic is very near and dear to our hearts. During the month of May we will be discussing this with each show. These conversations can be difficult but join us as we help to break the stigma. If you or someone you know is in crisis right now, please call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. If y…
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#53 I’m With Batsh*t —>: Sofie Hagen and the Troll of Shametown
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"She said... should I tell him I can see into the future?" Sofie Hagen is a multi-award-winning London-based Danish comedian, author, podcaster, and content creator. She published her debut book “Happy Fat” in 2019 and is the creator and host of the wildly successful podcast Who Hurt You?, co-host of BBC Sounds Original true crime podcast Bad Peopl…
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The Rough Corner: Cosmic Cocktails and Invisible Rainbows ft. Dr Alfredo Carpineti
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Astrophysicist Dr Alfredo Carpineti is an expert in seeing the unseeable. He's writing a book called ‘Invisible Rainbows’ - a journey through the light we cannot see and how we use it to protect the Earth, discover the unknown, and better understand our universe! ***ANOTHER LIVE SHOW DATE!*** We Can Be Weirdos will also be recorded LIVE on 17th Jun…
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See ya later Slim Shady, Bullying and The Mental Health of our Youth
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Get ready for a deep dive into a crucial topic this month. Join us as we navigate through the realm of childhood mental health on our Mental Health Awareness journey. Discover startling statistics about adolescent mental health and gain insights into initiating meaningful conversations with our youth. Together, let's explore the intricate connectio…
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#52 The Pagan Parapsychologist: Evelyn Hollow and the Consciousness Particle
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"As a pagan I trust that there are universal laws I am not privy to" Evelyn Hollow is a Scottish writer and paranormal psychologist. She is a former psychology lecturer and holds a Master of Research degree in Paranormal Psychology. She now consults as a paranormal psychologist and expert for various TV shows and podcasts — most recently the smash-…
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The Rough Corner: Welcome to Cafe Del Weirdo!
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Dan returns with an espionage update, a big announcement and a new club for you to join... introducing Cafe Del Weirdo! A virtual, podcasty place to talk books, movies, albums, art - everything! Pull up a seat, peruse the menu and get voting. Join the Discord to get stuck in - head to Instagram @wecanbeweirdos. There, you'll find the link to our Di…
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#51 Down the Rabbit Hole of Conspiracy: Danny Wallace and the Soup Spoon Spirit
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"Make a 'fun investment'... do something pointless that tickles you in some way" Danny Wallace is a bestselling author, as well as a BAFTA, Arqiva and Sony-winning performer and presenter. His first book, Join Me, was the true story of a man who created a cult by accident. His second book, Yes Man – in which he decided to say ‘Yes’ to everything – …
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The Rough Corner: Disney's Darkest Secret, Crab Judges and The Hot Bath Balls Debacle
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Dan and Spooky Al catch up on a weird few weeks. Dan's parents arrive with some game-changing footage from his childhood, Al's been searching in vain for the frozen body of Walt Disney, and the winner of the international crab joke competition is revealed! You can get in touch with Dan Schreiber on Instagram @wecanbeweirdos. There, you'll find the …
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#50 The Man, The Myth, The Werewolf: Josh Widdicombe and the Vanishing Twin
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"The 90s was a great time to believe in aliens" Josh Widdicombe is an actor, comedian, writer and podcaster who is a regular on our TV screens. He's starred in 30 series of the Channel 4 series The Last Leg, and alongside Nish Kumar on Hold the Front Page, which has just returned for its second series! Josh also co-hosts the hugely popular podcast …
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Sugar Free Gummy Bears, Cicada News and Odd Sayings
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Wow! This episode is all over the place , but I promise you will laugh! Tune in as we discuss reasons why you may want to avoid sugar free gummy bears, Learn some useless and intriguing information about cicadas, talk about old sayings and how they got their meaning... oh and of course grief. Word!By arymin34
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The Rough Corner: Into the Bowels of the National Poo Museum ft. Co-founder Daniel Roberts
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Inside the turdilly brilliant world of Daniel Roberts, co-founder and curator of the National Poo Museum, on the Isle of Wight. His aim is to change the way you think about such an amazing substance! Together we can break the poo taboo. Featuring sticky topics such as... how many celebrity poos fit inside a portable aquarium? How does our poo chang…
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Moe's birthday grief and Gen Alpha Slang pt. 2
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Big Yikes, We are such dog water! We meant to put this out last Tuesday Tuesday, but we’ve been out touching grass. Sorry brother! Skibidi Toilet! -If you have no idea what we are saying (don't worry, we don't either) TUNE IN!By arymin34
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#49 "Some Crystal Hating Slaphead": Marek Larwood and the Sandown Clown
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I talk to comedian Marek Larwood, who explores the legend of the Sandown Clown—a seven-foot-tall robotic alien clown that has become part of the Isle of Wight's peculiar heritage. I find out that he has an uncomfortable relationship with some elements of the paranormal, in ways you simply cannot predict. Marek runs the Cool Dudes Walking Club as a …
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The Rough Corner: The Lazy Code Hunter ft. Leon "Buttons" Kirkbeck
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Join me as I reunite with my Cryptid Factor co-host, the ever-fascinating Leon "Buttons" Kirkbeck, for a whirlwind tour through the bizarre and the unexplained. From the profound Hebrew concept (or not) of coincidence, we traverse a spectrum of topics that defy explanation, how to find a lost shoe with another, how buying a wart can be the catalyst…
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#48 The Goth From Grimsby: Dr Kate Cherrell and the Psychic Fingerprints
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"I have friends who have refused to come into my house" Dr Kate Cherrell is a writer, researcher and public speaker specialising in paranormal history and popular séance. A former cemetery worker, she is the creator of BurialsAndBeyond.com, a blog exploring the stranger sides of life, death and what’s left behind. She has been internationally publi…
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The Rough Corner: The End of Days Eclipse ft. Dr Francis Young
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Following the stunning eclipse over North America, should we be putting sun cream on our eyes? (No). Are astronomical phenomena a portent of terrible things to come? (probably not). But why are we still caught in a thrall by eclipses, comets and stars? Dr Francis Young, historian of religion and belief, has been collecting history's strangest theor…
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#47 Map Man: Jay Foreman and the Ungoogleable Questions of the Universe
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"Understanding the universe? It's like a pot plant trying to know its way around a garden centre" Jay Foreman is a musical comedian and 'nerd royalty' who has won critical acclaim for solo shows like Pretend You're Happy and We're Living in The Future. He is also known for his wildly informative, funny and successful Youtube shows Map Men and Unfin…
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The Rough Corner: A Haunted Sinking Ship and LA's Name Dropping Spirits ft. Lindsay Kaye of 'Lively Ghosts'
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While Dan ponders a loop-the-loop mystery from his hotel in Turkey, Lindsay Kaye of fashion brand Lively Ghosts joins him to talk about haunted Los Angeles, a ghost ship that's still sinking (while accepting tour groups) and the benefits of taking a 'death course' at school. And if you missed it... Big weird announcement! We Can Be Weirdos is takin…
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The Beauty of Birds, Bye Bye Question Jar, and Grief Misconceptions
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Ok, I think we got most of our giggles out last week. Back to business. Tune in as we discuss the common misconceptions associated with grief, Steph's new love for birds and say our goodbyes to the Question Jar.By arymin34
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#46 The Man Who Doesn't Know: Marcus Brigstocke and the 5-Star Ghost
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"You have to believe there's a power greater than yourself" Marcus Brigstocke is a writer, actor, presenter and performer. A fixture on TV, radio and the Edinburgh Fringe, Marcus’ live performances sell out across the country. His book God Collar, focused on the 'God-shaped hole' that opened up in his life following the death of his best friend, an…
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Big weird announcement! We Can Be Weirdos is taking to the stage, for a live show! Along with a panel of stand-up comedians and academics, We Can Be Weirdos Live will be a night that combines comedy, PowerPoint, and cursed objects with freewheeling chat. It promises to be a night to ignite the suppressed bit of batsh*t in you. Come join the club, a…
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Painting Portraits, Mindy's Menopause Mission and Finding the Humor in Caregiving
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I think we lost our voices along with a few pounds from laughing with this episode! Join us as we recall some humorous moments we experienced as caregivers for our father. After all, laughter is the best medicine. We discuss it all while attempting to paint a picture of each other. You are not going to want to skip this one!!…
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#45 Breaking Legs, Stealing Thunder: Omid Djalili and Eternity Attacks
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"The clouds rolled away, and a voice came into my head..." Omid Djalili is an award-winning British-Iranian comedian and actor. Not only acclaimed as one of Britain’s funniest stand-up comedians, but he has also featured in many major films. Omid has loads of dates scheduled for his new show, Namaste, starting in October and running to 2025. His la…
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The Rough Corner: Havana Syndrome, Exclusive New Nessie Footage, and a Growling Eel
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So-called 'Havana Syndrome' is mysterious illness reported by US officials in their Embassy in Cuba, and others around the world. Fresh developments have cast fresh doubt on the cause, as the mystery deepens. Dan Vergano, Senior Opinion Editor at Scientific American, has been following the story since day dot. Also, the mystery of the Terracotta Wa…
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Leprechauns, Cookie Monster, and Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
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This episode actually provides some educational information. Join us as we discuss Colorectal Cancer and the recent changes in preventative testing recommendations. We will also share a personal story of colorectal cancer from someone close to us. This wouldn't be Unapologetically Messy if we didn't pull our regular antics. Don't worry, we also tal…
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#44 How To Cheat Britain's Got Talent: Daliso Chaponda and the Malawi Prayer Syndicate
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"The afterlife is like an airport lounge" Once billed as Malawi's only comedian, Daliso Chaponda shot to fame on Britain's Got Talent and has since performed to sell-out audiences around the world and become a regular on TV and radio. Daliso is also the writer, creator, and host of his Rose d’Or nominated BBC Radio 4 show Citizen of Nowhere. You ca…
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The Rough Corner: WORLD EXCLUSIVE: The Hunt for the World's Funniest Crab Joke ft. The Crab Museum
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Do you think you have the funniest crab joke in the world? Do you dream of holding a trophy above your head to a round of rapturous a-claws? Then don't be shellfish and enter the World's Funniest Crab Joke Competition! To shell-ebrate International Crab Day on 26th April, Europe’s only Crab Museum and Chump’s Comedy are teaming up to find the great…
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We are back from our break and goofier than ever. This unstructured, light hearted season two opener is just what we needed before we get into some more serious topics. Don't worry we will always make you laugh. ENJOY !By arymin34
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The Glitch: The Weird and Wonderful Women of Tarot ft. Cat Willett
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Happy International Women's Day! Discover the hidden stories of tarot and divination, traced through the lives and contributions of Lady Frieda Harris, Marie Anne Lenormand, Pamela Colman Smith, and Rachel Pollack - with author and illustrator, Cat Willett. Her upcoming book, The Women of Tarot: An Illustrated History of Divinators, Card Readers, a…
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#43 Be Funny or Die: Joel Morris and the Magic of Dopamine Dealers
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"Laughter is the noise you make when you feel safe" Joel Morris is a British comedy writer and part of a comedy writing duo with Jason Hazeley. He is best known for his work on a collection of parody Ladybird books, and has written scripts for popular shows like That Mitchell and Webb Look, A Touch of Cloth, Charlie Brooker's Screenwipe, and the Ph…
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The Rough Corner: Exploring Weird Ireland with 'Unofficial' Tour Guide Brinsley McNamara
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Hoping for St Patrick to heal your aching back? Desperate for a roadside shrine that will rid you of warts? Sounds like you need Brinsley McNamara and his beautifully odd Tiktok and Instagram account @WeirdIreland. You can get in touch with Dan Schreiber on Twitter and Instagram (@Schreiberland). In his bio, you'll find the link to our Discord chan…
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#42 Science and Fiction: Tom Shakespeare and the Curious Cases of 'Nobelitis'
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"Once you believe... anything becomes possible" Tom Shakespeare is a social scientist and bioethicist, an academic who writes and talks and researches mainly about disability, but also about ethical issues around prenatal genetic testing and end of life assisted suicide. He's also been a stand-up comedian, and has his first fiction novel out on Mar…
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The Rough Corner: Weird Medieval Guys ft. Olivia Swarthout
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Data scientist by day and queen of medieval memes by night, Olivia Swarthout is the brains behind internet sensation 'weird medieval guys' on Twitter @WeirdMedieval - she's also just released a brilliant book called Weird Medieval Guys: How to Live, Laugh, Love (and Die) in Dark Times, and co-hosts a podcast called, of course, Weird Medieval Guys! …
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#41 Ancient Clickbait: Dr Campbell Price and the 'Spinning Mummy'
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"People brought in lottery tickets... they thought the statue would enhance their chances of winning" Dr Campbell Price is Curator of Egypt and Sudan at the Manchester Museum, University of Manchester - one of the UK's most significant Egyptology collections. He is curator of the exhibition 'Golden Mummies of Egypt', and author of an accompanying b…
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The Rough Corner: Cleaning Lady who Foiled MI6 Plot to Snatch the Holy Grail
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New research has revealed how British spies attempted to take the 'Holy Grail' in a plot that wouldn't look out of place in an Indiana Jones movie. In steps Sabina Suey, a bold, brave and brilliant Spanish cleaner. Madrid-based journalist Simon Hunter tells Dan all about it. Plus, death by cake and the world's perennial lost & found. You can get in…
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#40 These Paranormal Lives: Kit & Rory and the Dublin Gorilla Man
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"I would love to know what intergalactic child support looks like" Rory Powers and Kit Grier Mulvenna are the powerhouses behind This Paranormal Life, a comedy podcast investigating the strangest paranormal cases, finding the truth inside the mystery. Did you hear about the man who had a close encounter of the seventh kind? How about the UFO which …
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The Future of Anti- Aging, Climbing (poop) Everest, and The Most Mispronounced Words
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Tune in this week as we recap the Super Bowl (well ok, just the halftime). Today we give out our very first Scumbag award. We also discuss how far some will go to avoid aging. While making fools of ourselves, we will tell you how to pronounce the most mispronounced words in the English language. And finally, If you are planning to climb Mt. Everest…
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The Rough Corner: Cursed Bears, Alien TV Takeover and Biblical Time Travel ft. Tommie Trelawny
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Tommie Trelawny is creator of the YouTube channel Hochelaga and a biblical scholar. Don't forget to check out his investigative podcast, The Interruption, in collaboration with Stak. You can get in touch with Dan Schreiber on Twitter and Instagram (@Schreiberland). In his bio, you'll find the link to our Discord channel - a global community of like…
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Super Bowl, Booty Pillows, and Valentine's Roaches
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This is one for the books, to say the least! Tune in as we discuss Super Bowl facts. Are you in it for the commercials, the half-time show or are you rooting for your team? We also will give you some great ideas for the Valentines in your life.. or should we say ex-Valentines? Finally, what would any show be without nonsense and laughter?!…
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#39 Dreams of a Surrealist: Paul Foot and the Condemned Man's Bed
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"I pray to Jesus that I won't have nightmares" Paul Foot is a comedian and writer, known for his unconventional comedic style, which has earned him a dedicated cult following. He’s performed at all the big comedy festivals, including the Edinburgh Fringe and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and has been a regular on TV shows such as Nev…
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Generational Slang, Meditation with Lil' Jon and the Crumbley Case
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Do you understand what our Gen Z kids are saying?? We sure don't. Join us as we try to understand todays slang and compare it to "our day" We will also discuss the recent verdict in the Crumbley case. Side note - You're not going to want to miss this breaking news about Lil' Jon.By arymin34
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The Rough Corner: The Rorshank Redemption
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Al and Dan join forces to get their head around some potential (/almost certain) poltergeist proof, eerily accurate astrology and The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai. Oh, and Dan takes issue with the core philosophy of the entire justice system of England and Wales. You can get in touch with Dan Schreiber on Twitter and Instagram (@Schreiberland). In…
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#38 Australian Idol: John Robertson and the Anime Social Club
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"I thought prayers worked better during a full moon" John Robertson is a comedian, streamer, author, improviser, actor, videogame writer, insult comic and "human hurricane". He's been a working stand-up for 20 years, headlining shows all around the world, created live-action videogame comedy The Dark Room (which is also an actual videogame, an onli…
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Old Ladies, Transitional Items, and FUNomenally Messy
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If you have ever wondered what exactly Unapologetically Messy means, this show should provide a clear picture! We are who we are. No apologies! Please join us for some serious giggles today! By the way.. We're Global baby!!By arymin34
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The Rough Corner: Medium Mums, West Mars Attacks and Baked Bean Secrets ft. Gregg Wallace
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Gregg Wallace MBE is a writer, TV presenter, and weight loss coach. Best known for TV shows MasterChef, Celebrity MasterChef, MasterChef the Professionals, Eat Well for Less, and Inside the Factory. Now, he has a brand new podcast out, it's called A Piece of Cake, which you can find wherever you're listening to this. But did you know that his mum w…
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Come along and ride on another fantastic voyage with Steph and Moe. Join us as we slide into the topic of how we deal with the secondary losses that come along with grief. As always, we are a little over caffeinated and provide a few laughs along the way.By arymin34
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#37 Horror Nerd: Elf Lyons and Our 11 Soul Mates
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"In lockdown I went fairy hunting every day" Elf Lyons is an award-winning comedian, clown, theatre practitioner, teacher, writer and podcaster. Elf Lyons has gained a cult reputation as one of the most innovative performers on the UK comedy and theatre scene. Her work has included re-enactments of classical ballets, musicals about the economy, imm…
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The Rough Corner: Strange Maps, Mythical Continents and Apocalyptic Octopuses ft. Frank Jacobs
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Map collector Frank Jacobs joins Dan to explore the lost (and, probably, very fictional) continent of 'Lemuria'. Plus, fake towns that become real, mistakes on maps that could save the earth and how a few grains of rice caused a diplomatic incident between North Korea, South Korea and Japan. You can find Frank's strangest maps on Twitter @VeryStran…
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#36 Beyond the Meme: Kathleen Hale and the Slenderman Stabbing
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"They came to believe Slenderman was sending his army after them" Kathleen Hale, originally from Wisconsin, writes about crime and social media. Her fourth book, SLENDERMAN, was nominated for an Edgar Prize and won the 2023 Midland Writers Award for Non Fiction. It tells the story behind the Slenderman stabbings in Wisconsin, USA, which shocked the…
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Family Structure, Humor and a Special Guest
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Another humorous round with Steph and Moe. This time we are joined by our first guest! Welcome our Cousin Britt to the show! Three is never a crowd when we get together! Hope you enjoy!By arymin34
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