4Thirty in the Morning

You've heard the guys talk about 'con-artists' and 'clever criminals' before, but do some ne'er-do-wells take their exploits to a new, 'sophisticated', level? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat skirt the law as they perpetrate yet another discussion centered on the world of crime, this time targeting 'sophisticated' criminals operating way ahead of their time. The guys also break down their latest dose of news headlines this week, while also sharing a few stories and making some wildly inaccurate NFL predictions in the process. Was an IBM copy machine reconfigured into one of the most sophisticated amateur bombs ever created? Did a 'cryptobro' swindle away billions from the rich and famous? Is Ancient Egypt the scene of the crime for the greatest grave robberies in human history? Did the infamous Sandworms of the 'Dune' novels once actually crawl our planet? For answers to these questions and many more, please give our latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

There's nothing worse than being in the wrong place at the wrong time. While most stories like this unfortunately end in tragedy, every once in a while a ill-timed misadventure serves as the launching point for a much greater mystery. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat share some of the craziest chance encounters they're familiar with, from untimely demises to unbelievable coincidences and more, while also sharing a few of their own run-ins with fate along the way. The guys also share their usual dose of news stories this week, while also taking the time to clear up a few loose ends from previous episodes. Was one of the victims in a famous 20th century homicide at the scene of the crime by pure chance? Is it possible to survive not one, but two nuclear weapon attacks? Did an old baseball 'curse' take on new life due to a fan simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time? Is it legal to create your own A.I. attorney to advocate for you in court? For answers to these questions and plenty more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Over 600,000 Americans are reported missing every year, and while many of them are quickly discovered, plenty vanish never to be seen again. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat put on their investigative hats once again as they examine another round of the strangest cases of missing persons that history has to offer, including stories that have baffled sleuths for over 100 years and more. The guys also dish on a handful of interesting news stories this week, tell a story or two, and provide another critical update from the world of Sumo. What percentage of missing people cases can be explained by wild animal attacks? Did a fire indirectly lead to the most mysterious disappearances in West Virginia history? Did the theft of a 727 jet lead to one of the strangest disappearances in the 21st century? How much does a human toe go for on the Australian black market? For answers to these questions and plenty more, be sure to give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

You know by now that Ben and Pat both believe in ghosts, but how vast does their knowledge of the paranormal stretch? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys enter the supernatural realm once again as they share stories and compare notes on everything related to 'paranormal activity', from haunted locations, to unexplained phenomena and more. They also dive into their usual dose of news stories this week, while also sharing some listener feedback along the way. Are 'time-slips' the best explanation for paranormal activity? Could a centuries-old account prove that the devil himself once walked the earth? What percentage of the population believes in ghosts? Is it illegal to broadcast the news while drunk in Korea? For answers to these questions and a frightful many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, or just someone that has to get around in the world, the weather probably impacts life in some way for just about everyone every day. But are some meteorological events so extreme that even the most seasoned 'storm-chasers' won't pursue them? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat brave the elements as they discuss everything they can possibly think of regarding the weather, from the rarest of atmospheric phenomena, to extreme weather regions, and more. They also share their own weather stories this week, provide some updates on past topics, and, as always, dish out some news stories that you won't find anywhere else. Does the government really control the weather? Is New Hampshire the home to the most extreme weather in the world? How many tornadoes pop up across the U.S. every year? Has the identity of 'Jack the Ripper' finally been uncovered? For answers to these questions and many, many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

AI, or 'artificial intelligence' has quickly come to dominate the attention of cyberspace and the tech world. But what exactly is AI in the first place, and how much of an impact is it already having in our world? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat hack their way into yet another speculative discussion, this time discussing the development and impact of AI, from it's current uses, to concepts in development, to hypothetical situations and more. The guys also deliver their usual dose of news stories this week, while also providing a quick Sumo update and wrapping up a few loose ends along the way. As AI currently held back by linear computing technology? What kind of impact could 'Quantum Computers' have on the future of artificial intelligence? Do any computers already have the ability to think on their own? Does success as a college football coach qualify someone for state-level executive leadership? For answers to these questions and a qubit or two more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

The guys have covered plenty of 'conspiracy theories' throughout the show thus far, but how crazy is 'too crazy'? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys put their tinfoil hats on once again as they try to find the fringiest conspiracy theories circulating the web lately, touching on areas such as TV, college football, geopolitics and more. The guys also share their usual smattering of news stories these week, while also breaking down the latest in the world of Sumo and sharing some travel stories along the way. Does a long-running television series have too uncanny of a knack at predicting the future? Did a college coach manage to manipulate the entire 2024 NCAA season in a convoluted attempt to settle a personal feud? Did a mysterious arcade game appear on the west coast in the 1980s as part of a CIA psy-op? What happens to your credit score if you're mistakenly reported to the IRS as deceased? For answers to these questions and way too many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

What did you have for breakfast? Was it something that you hunted or gathered? Or was it the product of agriculture? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat take a bite out of a buffet-sized topic as they discuss the history of food, covering everything from the hunter-gatherers of pre-history, to the development of agriculture, to the innovations that brought your favorite meals to the dinner table today. The guys also share some news stories this week, muscle through some all-too-common technical difficulties, and speculate on the kind of odds-and-ends you wouldn't find anywhere else. Are there still people today that subsists exclusively on hunting and gathering? What commercial food sources still feed people without the need for agriculture? Were 'Corn Flakes' created to be intentionally bland? Is it a good idea to ensure that your microphone is facing the right way before recording a podcast episode? For answers to these questions and a smorgasbord more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

It's that time of year, and as Ben and Pat wrap up their last-minute Christmas preparations, they also took the time to ponder how the Christmas season came to be in the first place. On the final episode of 4Thirty for 2024, the guys bring out the Figgy pudding, and their history books, as they dive deep into the origins of the holiday, from the actual birth of Christ, to the reason why Christmas is celebrated on December 25th, and more. The guys also share some of their classic news stories this week, along with plenty of their own tales of Christmas's past. Did Jesus ever celebrate his own birthday? Did Emperor Constantine try to line up the celebration of Christmas with other pagan festivals of the time? Who was the first U.S. President to feature a Christmas tree in the White House? For answers to these questions and a yuletide more, please give this extra festive episode of 4Thirty of the Morning a listen! Merry Christmas!

After yet another congressional hearing focusing on 'Non-Human Intelligence' infringing upon American airspace, and a recent deluge of 'drones' making their presence all-too-clear in Mid-Atlantic regions like New Jersey, the UFO and UAP discussion is in full throttle. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat do what they can to catch up on the latest 'official' developments centering around the ongoing UAP situation. The guys also break down their share of news stories this week, ranging from the quirky and mundane, to coincidentally relevant. What does the Federal Government actually know about the drones flying over New Jersey? Does the most recent Congressional Hearing indicate that extraterrestrial bodies may be in the hands of government contractors? What do the 'Immaculate Constellation' documents indicate regarding U.S. Military measures put in place to document UAP's? Is New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers at the forefront of Earth's ability to contact aliens? For answers to these questions, and a galactic amount more, please give our latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

'Dictator' used to be a bad term, used only to describe an individual that managed to coalesce absolute power over a significant region, and mobilized that power towards nefarious intentions. But is the term 'dictator' being tossed about too broadly these days? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat go back and forth discussing some true 'dictators' in history, covering both the extreme to the obscure, while also explaining the mechanisms by which dictatorships have risen and continue to rise in the world today. Was a well-established, New Testament ruler really a dictator? Did Cambodia suffer under the worst dictatorship in the 20th century? How many dictatorships still exist in the world today? Do Mennonites play hockey? For answers to these questions and way too many more, please listen to the latest and greatest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning!

The Presidential election cycle is often one of the more painful aspects of American news, but have past presidents been even more 'out there' than candidates today? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat head to the polls as they discuss some of the oddest and most interesting stories dealing with Presidential history, from executive anatomical displays, to White House whiskey supplies, and more. The guys also break down a smattering of 'odd news' headlines this week, wrap a few things up, and try their best to stay on topic. Did LBJ have a creative nickname for his 'Johnson'? Could James A. Garfield's assassination have been averted with the aid of modern medicine? Does Pat know way too much about presidential history? Did a well-known modern mysterious explorer and TV Personality recently make a career defining archaeological discovery? For answers to these questions and many, many, more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Fear plays an interesting role in our lives, and for this Halloween season, the guys here at 4Thirty decided to, once again, share some of the scariest stories and ideas that they've stumbled across this year. On their latest episode, Ben and Pat spook themselves and each other by sharing some terrifying tales, both stories that are historical fact, and those trending on the lines of urban legend. They also discuss a handful of strange, if not spooky, news stories this week, as they prepare for the upcoming Halloween Holiday. Is the 'Bell Witch Haunting' the iconic of Southern U.S. historical hauntings? Is a cursed London bedroom the culprit behind two different 20th-century high-profile music-industry deaths? Have you ever seen your Doppelganger? Are mysterious white blobs of something washing up on Canadian beaches? For answers to these questions, and a terrifying amount more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Scandals and conspiracies have remained a constant aspect of the modern news cycle, and most of these often captivating cases would have never seen any public attention had it not been for 'whistleblowers' sounding the alarm in the first place. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat go public with their thoughts on some of the most interesting whistleblowers in history, including those that rang the bell on problematic situations dating back to the American Revolution, to those still finding themselves in headlines today. The guys also handle a handful of current events that are not-quite-so-newsworthy this week, while also sharing some listener updates and social media posts. Are internal government whistleblowers traitors, or necessary safeguards against unchecked overreach? Have some prominent whistleblowers found themselves in the spotlight unwillingly? Do whistleblower protection laws date back to the 18th century? Has Elton John become more machine than man now? For answers to these questions and too many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

While none of us ever want to end up in prison, the idea of escaping to freedom is something many people find compelling, even if it means evading justice. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat break out some of the greatest prison escape stories history has to offer, from daring attempts with unknown conclusions to others involving serious psychological manipulation and more. The guys also cover some irrelevant news headlines this week, while also sharing a few stories and providing some updates on the wide world of sports along the way. Could more than one Alcatraz escape attempt have actually been successful? Has a world-famous drug lord escaped prison not once, but twice? Are con-artists more adept at breaking free of incarceration than anyone else? Does 4Thirty have a new competitor in the world of podcasting? For answers to these questions and many, many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

For every 'epic' movie out there, there are quite a few that don't quite deliver on their lofty expectations. And, as we're going to find out, it appears that Ben and Pat have seen a lot of these films... On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys revisit the cinema once again, but this time to break down flicks that they couldn't help but be disappointed by. The guys cover everything from box-office bombs, to well-known classics that haven't stood up to the test of time this week , while also breaking down a handful of irrelevant news stories and oddities. Are some cult favorites generally disappointing upon the first viewing? Which film within Christopher Nolan's 'Dark Knight' trilogy is the weakest of the three? Was a single movie so bad that it ruined 'Star Wars' forever? Is Christmas coming early to a South American country? For answers to these questions and a million more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

The guys have covered plenty of 'conspiracy theories' on the show over the years, but for every theory they've covered, two seem to pop up. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat attempt to uncover the latest load of conspiracy-theories currently floating around on the internet, from those directly relevant to current-events, to some that are much more far-fetched, to say the least. The guys also handle their usual dose of news stories and random commentary this week, while braving thunderstorms in the process. Was Thomas Edison truly a great inventor, or much more of a cunning investor? Did 60's rock icon Jim Morrison fake his death to emerge as a prominent and influential radio host years later? Could Polynesian potatoes be a defining piece of evidence in the theory of Pre-Columbian, Trans-Pacific exploration and trade? Is Major League Baseball superstar Mookie Betts scared of ghosts? For answers to these questions and many, many, more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

The Olympics have been long-regarded by many as the pinnacle of global athletic competition, with the world's fastest sprinters, strongest lifters, and most agile gymnasts taking the center stage. But have the Olympics also featured contests that are a little... strange? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat grab the torch and discuss some of the oddest events to be featured in the Olympics, from quirky on-off competitions that didn't quite stick the landing, to others that are still (somehow) featured in the games today. The guys also bring their usual dose of bargain-bin news stories to the table this week as they speculate on the future of the Olympics, and advocate for other events to be included down the road. Is the 'Modern Pentathlon' the strangest event still included in the Olympics today? Were animals harmed in the making of the 1900 Paris Olympics? Should 'tug-of-war' make a reemergence into the Summer games? Was Bigfoot accidentally caught on camera in a decades-old Canadian nature documentary? For answers to these questions and a decathlon more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Everyone loves a good movie, but what exactly separates just a 'good' film from an 'epic' one? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat take a trip to the historical cinema and discuss some of the truly 'epic' motion pictures that have graced the silver screen over the decades, while debating the criteria that separates an epic movie from the more pedestrian. The guys also break down a half-dozen or so new stories this week, while also sharing some fun facts and anecdotes along the way. Have streaming services dealt a catastrophic blow to the future of Epic Cinema? Do movie makers still struggle to top some of the epic films of the 1950s? Do certain actors tend to have a proclivity towards performing in 'epics'? Do flies really 'throw up' whenever they stop flying? For answers to these questions and many, many, more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

We've heard Ben and Pat discuss plenty of 'Ancient Alien' encounters on the show before, and plenty more stories that took place within the realm of recent history. But were UFO's lighting up the sky throughout the Dark Ages? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys jump back into their flying saucer and travel to the Middle Ages, this time covering tales and incidents from medieval records that eerily mimic later recounts of alleged extraterrestrial contact. The guys also present a quartet of 'odd news' stories this week and share a story or two, while Pat provides a Sumo update from Nagoya, Japan that nobody asked for. Does medieval and renaissance art provide direct evidence of unidentified aerial phenomena? Could the Black Plague have been deliberately brought to Earth by aliens? Did an African tribe hold advanced interstellar knowledge centuries before the invention of the telescope? Are vending machines the safest and most convenient way to sell ammunition? For answers to these questions and too many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

No place on earth harbors mystery quite like the ice-covered continent of Antarctica, and while conventional knowledge tells us humans only discovered Antarctica in 1820, could it have played a much earlier role in history? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat bundle up and embark on an expeditious discussion to the land down under, covering anything and everything to do with Antarctica, the least inhabited place on earth. The guys also bring a healthy dose of news stories and current events to the table this week, while sharing a story or two and commenting on the latest internet sensation. Could pyramids be hidden under the mile-thick ice sheet covering Antarctica? Is there evidence that southernmost continent was once a life-filled and luscious oasis? Did Russian scientists really discover a highly-intelligent octopus-like creature lurking in a remote Antarctic lake? Did yet another monolith spring up in a random location recently? For answers to these questions and many, many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

When most people hear the word 'extinct', they tend to think first towards the dinosaurs, or perhaps the wooly mammoth. But have some seemingly impossible animals just recently met their end as a species on earth? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat excavate their way into natural history, this time dealing with the impact of extinction on earth's ever-changing fauna, while also hitting on some 'odd' news, and telling a tedious story or two in the process. What percentage of animal species that have ever lived on earth are now extinct? Has science already managed to resurrect an extinct species via cloning? Were the 'eagles' of Tolkein's Middle Earth inspired by a just-recently extinct bird? How much bribe money would it take for you to violate a judicial oath? For answers to these questions and too many more, be sure to give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Seventy-one percent of the earth's surface area is water, and within these depths lurk some of the strangest and most awe inspiring creatures ever known. While sharks and giant squid might seem fearsome enough, are there even more formidable beasts hidden in our oceans, lakes, and rivers? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat navigate through the perils of mythical sea-creatures, discussing all forms of legendary aquatic life, from biblical beasts to North American lake monsters and more. The guys also tackle their usual helping of news stories this week, while sharing a few stories and cracking an inside-joke or two in the process. Could the 'Leviathan' of the Old Testament still be lurking in our oceans today? Did a famous explorer encounter mermaids during his first expeditions into the Americas? Is a legendary Japanese river monster still terrorizing citizens today? How long is 'too long' in between bathing? For answers to these questions and many, many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

'Cover-ups' aren't anything new to the guys here at 4Thirty in the Morning, but are there even more nefarious schemes throughout history that managed to somehow elude detection until the damage was done? On their latest episode, Ben and Pat uncover some ridiculous plots and events that the powers-at-be tried their hardest to sweep under the rug, touching on everything from absurd 'psyops' to insanely elaborate covert engineering, and more. The guys also dive into some off-the-wall news stories this week, and share their thoughts on the NFL off-season in the process. Is the Canadian government behind early attempts to create 'gaydar'? Does a gut-wrenching 20th century war incident consistently get ignored by history today? Is an infamous Renaissance Era investigative institution still active today? What would you do if your tour-boat captain fell overboard mid-voyage? For answers to these questions and too many more, please give our latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Have you ever appeared on a TV game show? Neither have Ben or Pat... but they certainly want to. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys buzz into a lively and unscripted discussion about some of the craziest game shows television history has to offer, while covering some of the people and moments that continue to make game shows the entertainment icons they are today. The guys also cover their usual dose of bottom-shelf news stories this week, while sharing some thoughts on the recent Solar Eclipse and providing some listener updates along the way. What exactly is the difference between a 'game' show and a 'competition' show? How often to competitors try to cheat their way to game show success? How did a reality dating show manage to convince contestants that they were competing for the romantic affections of Prince Harry? Who in the world came up with the idea for the show 'Wife Swap'? For answers to all these questions, (and aimless speculation regarding them), and much more, be sure to give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Among the most fearsome cultures found in Western History, the 'Vikings' remain a people well-remembered in today's society. But is there more to these seafaring Scandinavians than barbarism and warfare? On today's episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat fasten on their historical helms once again, this time to discuss some of the most legendary Vikings and Viking tales that have survived the centuries after their eventual demise. The guys also handle their usual collection of inane news stories this week, while also providing some listener feedback, talking some off-season football, and giving an all-important update on the world of Sumo. Did small pockets of 'Viking' culture survive in remote regions into the 15th century? What's the real difference between the 'Danes' and the 'Vikings'? Did the Vikings clash with Native American warriors in Canada 500 years before Columbus 'discovered' America? Is burning down a client's house the worst thing a real-estate agent could do on the job? Does 4Thirty have a new theme song that they forgot to tell anyone about? For answers to these questions and too many more, please give our latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Have you ever heard a story about a person that sounds a bit too-good-to-be-true? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat hoax their way through a discussion revolving around well-known individuals that never actually existed, from iconic brand-name faces, to fabricated athletes and more. The guys also dive into a foray of news stories this week, while also providing some commentary on past episodes, and speculating on future ones. Did a fake hockey player actually get drafted in the 1974 NHL Draft? Did college students prank the political establishment of their time with a made-up figurehead? Is the most famous Aunt in food-products really just a creation of "Corporate America'? Are monoliths once again sprouting up across the globe? For answers to these questions and many more, please give this latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

The guys have already talked about some real people with real super-heroes before on the show, but are there even more comic-book-worthy characters floating around in our world today? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat, (well, mostly Ben), dive into some more incredible individuals with abilities that Stan Lee himself couldn't imagine. The guys also break down their usual dose of news this week, while also making a few shout-outs to loyal listeners and providing updates on their social-media plans. Is there really a person out there that can boil-water with his own body-heat? Would having six fingers give a baseball player super-human pitching ability? Is a well-known 1980's TV actress also gifted with an incredibly rare ability? What exactly is 'Underwater Rugby'? For answers to these questions and many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

The guys have talked about conspiracy theories within professional football before, but is there a chance that the entire National Football League is rigged? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat celebrate Super Bowl season by pondering whether or not the entire NFL is simply a scripted money-making entertainment device, postulating everything from covert gambling interests manipulating outcomes, to players and coaches being in on the fix, and more. The guys also take on their usual smattering of news stories this week, while also sharing some other thoughts that nobody really inquired about. Could an Illuminati-like operation be carefully plotting each NFL season before it happens? Have players been manipulating outcomes and statistics in games that they actually bet on themselves? Is Sumo Wrestling the only authentic sport left on the globe? For answers to these questions and too many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Can you predict the future? Neither can Ben or Pat, but it doesn't stop them or countless others from trying... On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys gaze into their crystal ball as they uncover some far-fetched attempts at clairvoyance, including some surprisingly accurate historical predictions, to those that definitely missed the mark, and more. This week the guys also dive into their predictable dose of news stories, talk some sports, before wrapping things up with some unsolicited TV recommendations. Are the prophecies of Nostradamus really nothing more than a means by which to achieve 'retroactive-clairvoyance'? Did a 19th century American novelist manage to accurately predict intricate details of the first Moon Landing? What does Elon Musk have to say about the future? Why is the Federal Highway Administration cracking down on humorous safety signage across the U.S? For answers to these questions and plenty more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

American history is full of influential icons beyond count, and while plenty of these individuals have seen themselves immortalized decades and even centuries after they've passed, others still struggle to reach the fame and glory of their peers. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat open up the history books once again to discuss some incredible heroes in American history, focusing primarily on those who never really received the recognition to match their actions. The guys also handle their usual dose of 'odd-news' this week, while also talking some football and sharing a few holiday tales along the way. Was a 'Mad' general really at the forefront of America's victory against the British in the Revolutionary War? Is a famous Apollo astronaut still contributing to space exploration even today? Does the entire concept of 'home-entertainment' stem from the industrious accomplishments of a single American? Is a Canadian sports complex about to be named after a recent, controversial, public figure? For answers to these questions and many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Humans have been telling stories of legendary beasts throughout all of written history. While most believe these entities to be pure imagination, is it possible that some 'mythical' creatures might have actually existed, or even still exist today? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat dive deep into history and folklore, this time focusing on the legendary myths and monsters that have dominated storytelling for thousands of years, from the Thunderbird to the Jackalope and more. The guys also delve into some 'odd news' this week, while also talking a little football and providing some updates on their favorite wildlife expert along the way. Is the 'Kraken' that wreaked havoc on the North Atlantic hundreds of years ago really just a giant squid? Could direwolves still roam the remote wilderness of North America? What's the difference between a ram and a goat? Is Taylor Swift summoning demons at her most recent concert? For answers to these questions and a million more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Have you ever made a mistake so bad that it remained a topic of conversation decades later? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat prove that hindsight is always 20/20 as they bungle their way through some of history's biggest blunders, from exceedingly poor architectural designs, to international land deals gone wrong, and more. The guys also dish out some backpage news this week, while in the process speculating on topics they've got very little knowledge about. Was World War 1 the direct result of a driver making a wrong turn? Did Russia's 19th century land sale to the U.S. make the Louisiana Purchase look like a reasonable deal by comparison? Did a single typo lead to a series of regulations for a Japanese stock-exchange? Is serial record-breaker David Rush capable of growing a beard? For answers to these questions and quite a few more, be sure to give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Fear plays an interesting role in our lives, and what better way to celebrate fear than to share some scary stories this Halloween season. On the latest, extra-spooky, episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat timidly creep their way through a few stories and ideas that they really find frightening, while also discussing some of the internet's best sources for terrifying campfire tales. The guys also break down their usual news stories this week, while also providing a follow-up or two and sending a birthday shoutout to a longtime listener along the way. What's the true story behind the 'Legend of Sleepy Hollow'? Is a U.S. Army base the source of a true, spine-shivering ghost story? Is a canine cryptid terrorizing the Upper Midwest in a way that's much more fact than fantasy? Is the 100-Acre Wood currently haunted by serial killer? For answers to all these spooky questions and plenty more, be sure to give the latest, fearful, episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

The last few years have certainly brought on plenty of skeptical perspectives towards established medicine, but have conspiracy theories surrounding the healthcare industry been around forever? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat take on a potent dose of medical conspiracy theories, covering everything from flawed dietary guidelines, to accusations of deliberate malpractice and more. The guys also attempt to cover a few irrelevant news headlines this week, while also sharing a story or two along the way. Is there a sinister intention behind the fluoridation of the water supply? Did the U.S. government really attempt to poison illegal booze during Prohibition? Is the 'Food Pyramid' really just a con to make consumers fat? Is Taylor Swift's recent love interest actually just a front to cover her trail of greenhouse emissions? For answers to these questions and too many more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Somewhere beyond the realms of rumor and hearsay lies the ever-compelling world of 'urban legends', stories that persist throughout society and culture that challenge conventionally-established truth. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat revisit one of their earliest topics with another discussion revolving 'urban legends', speculating on a broad range of tall tales including mysterious monsters, ancient curses, and feats of the human body that seem to incredible to be true. This week the guys also talk some football, share a few stories, and, as always, cover some news headlines that only they could find. Is the 'Mogollon Monster' of Arizona the most plausible example of Bigfoot-like creatures roaming North America? Are the 'black-eyed children' really just an early example of an internet 'creepypasta'? Did a baseball Hall of Famer garner more enduring fame for a legendary beer-drinking feat than he ever did for his performance on the diamond? Did Aaron Rodgers suffer an unfortunate on-field injury due to a witch's hex? For answers to these questions and plenty more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Of all the topics that the guys tend to visit and revisit, both football and conspiracy theories tend to rank high up there. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat unmask some of the wildest and most convincing conspiracy theories within the confines of the National Football League, from rigged Super Bowls, to gridiron witchcraft, and more. This week the guys also ponder international logistics and speculate on wildlife encounters, all while covering some of that 'odd news' that you might have missed. Did a two-time Superbowl champion get replaced by a look-alike just three seasons into his career? Was Tom Brady's legendary career the result of occult practices? Do NFL officials purposely botch calls on the field? Where exactly do roundworms live? For answers to these questions and plenty more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Just when you thought you've heard everything there is to hear about aliens, the guys come back for more... On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat revisit their favorite topic once again, this time discussing recent U.S. Congressional hearings surrounding UFO's and the possibility of extraterrestrial life-forms visiting Earth. This week has the guys building upon past 'Aliens' episodes with their main topic, while also dishing out a healthy dose of 'odd news' and world record updates. Is the U.S. Federal Government finally preparing for 'UFO Disclosure'? Have 'non-human biologics' been discovered by government investigators at alleged UFO crash-sites? What exactly does the Congressional Oversight Committee oversee? Is Post Malone the biggest player in the collectable card game market? For answers to these questions and plenty more, please give our latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

A multi-media masterpiece of modern fantasy, J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings' has been captivating both readers and movie-watchers for generations now. Ben and Pat are no exception, having both been lifelong fans of everything 'Middle Earth'. On episode 'Eleventy-One' of 4Thirty, the guys dive way too deep into 'The Lord of the Rings', from their appreciation of Peter Jackson's motion pictures some 20 year after they hit theaters, to their study and enjoyment of Tolkien's writings, and everything else in between. The guys also handle their usual smattering of odd news this week, including a psychedelic current event or two, and yet another world record attempt out of Idaho. Is 'The Lord of the Rings' the greatest film trilogy of all time? How many copies has Tolkien's work sold since it was first published? Why didn't Tom Bombadil make an appearance in Peter Jackson's movies? Who's the true 'main character' of the entire story? Did a prominent U.S. cabinet member participate in a 'magic' recreational activity during an official trip to China? For answers to these questions and eleventy-one more, give this extra-special episode of 4Thirty a listen!

The wise Jedi Master Yoda once taught us that 'wars not make one great'... but history tends to tell it otherwise. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat share the stories of some of the best-remembered 'warriors' that our world has ever known, from the most cunning tacticians, to the greatest individual fighters, and more. The guys cover over 2,500 years of human history this week, while also talking some Warriors basketball, speculating on the Korean age-measurement system, and, as always, detailing a handful of strange news headlines that you won't find anywhere else. Were the Mongolian conquests of the middle-ages really the brainchild of a field general not named 'Khan'? What hero of the American Revolution became infamous for killing a fellow 'Founding Father' during his time as U.S. Vice President? Is Steph Curry the greatest Warrior in Golden State history? Are giant kites powered by the wind the future of sea transportation? For answers to these questions and plenty more, please give our latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Everyone has something, or someone they're scared of, and when it comes to the 'most-feared' people of all time, the reputation is almost always well-deserved. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat scour the history books once again, this time searching for the most infamous and commonly feared individuals and groups of people ever known, from the marauding Vikings of the Middle Ages, to serial killers, criminal kingpins, and more. This week the guys also break down a handful of relivantly-irrelevant news stories and speculate on some random odds and ends, all while finding a way to work football into the discussion yet again. Did a real-life Sicilian mob-boss invoke fear beyond anything shown in movies? What made 16th century Russian ruler 'Ivan the Terrible' so terrible? Is the namesake for football's 'Butkas Award' still the most-feared defender to ever play the game? What's going on in North Korea these days? For answers to these questions and plenty more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

The concept of time-travel has been postulated by humanity forever, but is the idea becoming more 'science-fact' than 'science-fiction'? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat step into the 'Twilight Zone' while discussing everything they can about time travel, from alleged tales of time-slips, to interdimensional entanglement, to biblical prophecy and more. This week the guys also break down their large expenditures, discuss some media, and, as always, share some news stories that somehow missed the mainstream front page. What makes time travel such a popular plot element in fiction? Does a recent U.S. President have a time-traveller in his bloodlines? Do 'wormholes' offer a plausible scientific answer to the time-travel debate? Can you really put a price on a good hamburger? For answers to these questions and dozens more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

If there's a topic that Ben and Pat know a lot about, (that isn't aliens), its sports. And while plenty athletes enjoy ample time in the spotlight, did some great players find themselves 'lost in the shuffle' of recent memory? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys take a gander at sports history, this time finding players with stories that don't get often told. From 'average' players with incredible statlines, to players that saw inprobable ascents to the pinnacle of their sport, the guys cover it all this week, while also breaking down some 'odd news' in the process. Who is the NFL's greatest pure-punter? And does he belong in the Hall of Fame? Did a track star dominate professional football during his era, only to be forgotten down the road? Did a men's rec softball league once yeild a future MLB outfielder? Are bees flying rampant across the southern United States? For answers to these questions and many, many, more, be sure to give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Mornig a listen!

Some people tend to just be lucky... others, not so much... On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat take a complete one-eighty from last week's topic, this time discussing some of the unluckiest people in history, from individuals that suffered obscure and unfortunate deaths, to others that simply found themselves in the wrong place at the worst possible time imaginable. This week the guys also discuss some wildlife developments, dish out some inane banter, and, as always, cover a handful of wild and whacky news stories that didn't make front page news. Did an ancient Greek 'tragedian' suffer an unfortunate demise due to his baldness? Is it possible for an airplane pilot to shoot themself down during a flight? Is a famous world record breaker from Idaho secrety harboring superpowers? Is 4Thirty in the Morning a hit in India? For answers to these questions and a million more, please give our latest episode a listen!

Whether you believe in superstition, divine intervention, or the law of averages, it certainly seems like the concept of 'luck' plays a part in everyone's life. But are some people really that much luckier than others? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat roll the dice on yet another speculative topic, this time discussing some of the luckiest individuals to ever walk the planet. This week the guys also take a gamble on some odd news stories, break down some recent entertainment news, and share some prolongued anecotes along the way. What U.S. President's enjoyed strokes of luck unlike any others? Is an infamous current actor lucky to still be alive,... much less famous? Is Adam Driver slated for a prominent role in an upcoming Harry Potter TV series? For answers to these questions and many more, be sure to give this week's episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

History remembers plenty of industrialists, individuals with the substantial prowess needed to build fortunes and drive innovation beyond anything the world had seen before. But were some of these ‘titans of industry' remembered for contributions beyond the realm of business and economics? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, podcasting pioneers Ben and Pat embark on a centuries-long discussion of some of the greatest industrialists and wealth-amassers that the world has ever known, covering individuals that wielded money and power beyond anything today's billionaires could compare with. This week the guys also talk a little wildlife, share a few anecdotes, and as always cover a smattering of ‘odd news' that didn't quite make front-page headlines. Who was the richest man that has ever lived? Was an early U.S. President also a ‘Titan of Industry' in his time? Did a wealthy Roman General covertly fund Julius Caesar's rise to power? Is a familiar-face challenging the guys for dominance of the ‘odd news' podcasting world? For answers to these questions and plenty more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

With ‘true-crime' maintaining a high level of cultural attention these days, rumors and conspiracy theories tend to develop around pretty much any high-profile death. But are some of these stories so mysterious that they continue to defy explanation despite decades of public attention? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys dig deep into another mysterious discussion surrounding some enduring and unexplainable cases of unsolved deaths, from mysterious murder cases, to centuries-old disappearances and more. This week the guys also dish out their usual dose of 'odd news' and discuss their fair share of offseason football, all while struggling to form coherent sentences in the process. Could the infamous 'Black Dahlia' murder of 1947 be connected to the 'Zodiac Killer'? Was one of America's 'founding fathers' involved in a mysterious disappearance that defies explanation even today? Do 'Get-Out-of-Jail-Free' cards actually work? For answers to these questions and plenty more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Just about everyone has heard about the ‘Seven Wonders of the World', at least in some form or fashion. But where did that phrase even come from in the first place? And are there really just seven of these wonders out there? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat take a trip around the globe discussing some of the greatest sights humanity has ever laid eyes on, from the greatest man-made structures of antiquity, to the most incredible natural formations our world has to offer. The guys also wander their way through some early 20th century U.S. presidential history this week, share a story or two, and, as always, break down some of those wild and whacky news stories that you won't want to miss. What exactly makes anything a ‘Wonder of the World'? Is the Great Wall of China even a wall in the first place? What's the background behind the Leaning Tower of Pisa? Are boneless chicken wings just chicken nuggets for grown-ups? For answers to these questions and plenty, plenty more, please give the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Pirates have been a source of cultural fascination and inspiration for centuries. Even today, people remain captivated by legends of adventure, treasure, peg-legs, and scurvy that only a true buccanneer could tell. But what does history have to say about the 'Golden Age of Piracy'? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat set sail for the 'High-Seas' and swashbuckle their way through a discussion revolving around historical pirates, ranging from the brutal and cunning, to the quirky and insignificant. The guys also discuss what modern pirates are up to lately, while also breaking down yet another dose of news stories you missed for a reason. What exactly made a 'successful pirate' according to history? What parts of the world are still threatened by sea-crime today? What motivated pirates to committ heists on the sea in the first place? Did more animals recently escape at the St. Louis Zoo? For answers to these questions and many, many more, be sure to give this episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

Did you honestly think that 4Thirty in the Morning would reach 100 episodes? Neither did Ben and Pat... On this milestone episode of 4Thirty, the guys take a deep dive into the life and work of Graham Hancock, an influential author and journalist who's made a name for himself by pushing against the established academic narratives regarding the past of humanity. They cover everything from Hancock's ideas on prehistory to his thoughts on psychoactive consumables this week, while also covering the typical dose of odd news that you won't find anywhere else. What makes Graham Hancock more trustworthy than the average British person? Is 'Ayahuasca' truly an effective method to connect mortals to the interdimensional beings? Should greater skepticism be directed towards the established social sciences? Is an Idaho-based Guinness World Record breaker putting David Rush to shame? For answers to these questions and plenty more, be sure to give this extra-special episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

If there's one thing Ben and Pat know a lot about, it's 'Odd News', and if you've seen any headlines from the mainstream newsreels over the past month, plenty of odd news stories and 'taboo' topics have made their way to the forefront of public conversation. Is there a reason behind this shift in focus? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys meander slightly away from their usual random drivel and take on a discussion covering some of the major headlines of 2023 thus far, covering everything from planes, trains, and unidentified aerial phenomena in the process. The guys also dish out a few not-so-noteworthy news stories this week, while also talking a little sports, sharing a story or two, and offering unqualified opinions on it all in the process. Are UFO's being propped up by the mainstream media to distract the public from more sinister happenings? Or are they simply trying to distract us from Jeremy Corbell's recent UAP footage leaks? Do recent train derailments across the U.S. mean the end for rail transportation as we know it? What essentials would be included in a modern 'time-capsule'? For answers to all of these questions and a million more, be sure to check out the latest episode of 4Thirty in the Morning!