Elina and Shannon are going back to their roots with their new conspiracy theory podcast. The duo got their broadcasting start hosting their 5th grade morning show. Now they're back 15 years later to unearth the truth of the world's most notorious conspir
Have you ever thought about how the moon was formed? Surprisingly, there is no concrete evidence. Instead there are multiple theories and people still argue between them. One theory is the moon is hallow and this changes everything we know about physics... But why do people think this could be true? Listen to uncover the mystery of the moon. Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat
Animals aren't just cute critters to keep humans company. They have served a purpose beyond companionship. Today we talk about all the different animals that have been a part of the intelligence community. The stories range from pigeons, a heroic cat, and a lost whale. Find out what their purpose and let us know your thoughts! Follow us @barerootspod Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
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It's a bird.. It's a plane.. It's chemtrails? Chemtrails are often refers to the theory that the government or other parties are engaged in a secret program to add toxic chemicals to the atmosphere from an aircraft that is visible in the sky. It's commonly associated with contrails which happen when the engines leave water condensation trails making mini clouds. Could this possibly be true and what is the motivation? Listen to find out what we uncovered as well as some unsettling history. Tell us what you think! #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The FIFA World Cup just ended, but the association has had a lot of scandals leading up to the big game. It started back in the 70s and has been tied to corruption and bribery even til today. Many people have been arrested, fired, and died for this game. Is the game worth it? Follow us @barerootspod Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
A hot topic in the conspiracy world are lizard people. But what exactly does it mean and how did it start? Many people wonder how famous and influential people are tied to this theory. Listen to our episode as we dive into the theory and how it connects to society. Could there be something we are missing? Follow us on Instagram @barerootpod Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
With the ending of House of the Dragon, it got us thinking about these mythical creatures. Where did the idea of dragons begin and why? Are they considered beautiful, magical beasts or dangerous, evil villains? We found these answers varied across the world and how they are a global conversation. Listen to find out why people are so interested in them and whether they are real or not. Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Tell us what you think #whereisyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Who is Adam Emery? Well, he could be your neighbor or the guy you run into at your local grocery store. This is an unsolved mystery case. Back in 1993, he was involved in a road rage gone bad in Rhode Island. He ended up murdering a man who he thought had sideswiped his car. He was convicted of murder, but he was free on bail. One evening, he was linked to a possible suicide attempt but soon authorities began to suspect that Emery was still alive. To this day, the case is still open and people think he is still alive. Tell us what you think. #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In South Jersey and Philadelphia folklore in the United States, the Jersey Devil is a legendary creature said to inhabit the forest of Pine Barrens in South Jersey. The creature is often described as a flying biped with hooves, but there are many variations. Listen to the stories we uncovered if you dare. follow if on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
It's officially SPOOKY SEASON! With the recent passing of the Queen, here at Bare Roots, it got us thinking about any spooky stories with the royal family. Sure enough, there were a few different stories that we uncovered. Listen to this episode if you want to hear about stories from long ago to get you into the spooky mood. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Tell us what you think! #whereisyoutinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
One of the most popular mythical creatures out there is Bigfoot. It's known to be seen in the Northwest of America with hundreds of sightings. The skin color apparently ranges from brown, black, and reddish and about 7 feet and 1,000 pounds. How did the story of Bigfoot start and what have we learned? Is the evidence to be trusted? Listen to this episode as we talk about the sightings near and far from home. Tell us what you think! #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The Curse of the Bambino was a superstitious sports curse in Major League Baseball derived from the 86 year championship drought of the Boston Red Sox between 1918 and 2004. People believed there was a curse placed upon the team after the Red Sox sold Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees after the 1919 season. Up until 2004, unexplained events occurred as the team tried to win, but something happened that might have changed everything. Was the curse broken because of this...? Find out in this episode! Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
On Easter Island in eastern Polynesia, there are human figures carved by the Rapa Nui people. They famously have overly large heads and there are over 900 statues! The production and transportation of these statues are considered remarkable given its heavy and tall features. Many people wonder how they did it? Join us as we talk about the possibilities about this mysterious wonder. Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In 1888, East End of London was known for violence and crime amongst the backdrop of poverty. But suddenly there was an increase in murders where many believe there was a serial killer out loose. We know of 5 confirmed murders that were tied to one guy, Jack the Ripper. At the time literacy was increasing and the story of his murders started gaining attention through the news. Even though there was a lot of attention, to this day no one has solved the case and the killer has not been found. Listen to this episode to hear the possible suspects and how it all played out. Tell us what you think! #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Lou Pearlman was the person behind many successful 1990s boy bands like Backstreet Boys and NSYNC. He was obsessed with making money and took advantage of the bands he was creating. He would pay the band members very little while he was making millions which made the band members upset. Behind the boy band management, he was accused of running a Ponzi scheme with other business ventures. Eventually he was was convicted and sentenced to prison, but listen to this episode to learn more about this con artist. Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
D.B. Cooper, also known as Dan Cooper, was a criminal who in 1971 hijacked a commercial plane traveling from Portland, Oregon, to Seattle, Washington. He threatened the crew and demanded four parachutes and $200,000 in twenty-dollar bills. At some point during the flight, he jumped out of the back of the plane with the parachute and money. The pilots landed safely, but Cooper had disappeared into the night and his ultimate fate remains a mystery to this day. Join us as we discuss the possible outcomes and what investigators learned during the case. Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Tell us #wheresyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Sirens, the "edgy" sisters of the mermaids, are creatures stemmed from Greek mythology that are said to lure sailors to shipwreck on their rocky coast. People depict them as half bird or fish and half human but with an evil twist. In this episode we talk about their impact with Greek mythology, but also how and why are they a part of the major company, Starbucks. Could Starbucks be using the siren as a symbol for more than just following a nautical theme? Tell us #whereyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Project Blue Book was the code name for an Air Force program set up in 1952, after numerous UFO sightings during the Cold War era. It compiled over 12,000 sightings of which many remain unexplained to this day. It has recently been declassified leaving many to wonder about the reports. Join us as we discuss the findings and possibly some extraterrestrial visitors?! Tell us #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The Voynich Manuscript is a mysterious book with an unknown author in an unknown language. There are over 200 pages that dates back to the 1400s and no one has been able to decipher it. There are six sections of botany, astronomy, biology, cosmology, pharmaceutical, and text. People still wonder to this day who made this book and why? Was it created to hide something or is it really nothing at all? Join us as we talk about the theories people have about the Boynich Manuscript. Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
April marks 52 years since the Beatles broke up. In this episode, we are talking about how 4 guys from England came together to become one of the biggest boy bands in history. Despite their sky rocketing success, the band eventually broke up causing heartbreak to all of their fans. But people were quick to put blame on one person for the breakup, Yoko Uno. How was she involved with the band and why were people quick to blame her? Also, we dive into the conspiracy of the "Paul is dead" craze. Join us as we talk about Beatles and the controversy that followed them. Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram! @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
This week we are talking about the biggest music festival that never happened, Fyre Festival. It came out a few years ago and created a big stir. How was it possible that a festival was created without any major planning and execution? How did they let it go so far where people arrived to the tropical island with no real food or shelter? Join us as we talk about this controversial festival and the aftermath of it. Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Tell us #wheresyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
With the recent release of Batman, some people associate the movies to a curse. People wonder with a string of tragic incidents surrounding the film franchise if the film is cursed? Famously, Heath Ledger passed away and Morgan Freeman was involved in a serious car accident during the film's height of success. We dive into the accidents that are tied to the franchise and see if it could be true? Tell us what you think! #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Many people celebrate this holiday around the world, but do you know anything about the man? How did the holiday come to be? As the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick went through a lot during his life. We'll discuss everything about him and how this holiday has blown up in America. But it wouldn't be a Bare Roots episode without a little conspiracy theory. We'll also be diving into the legend of Leprechauns. Dress in your best green outfit and grab a Guinness as you listen to this episode! #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The Great Chicago Fire began on October 8, 1871 and burned for 2 days devastating 4 square miles of the city. About 300 people died and caused an estimated equivalent of $4 billion in 2021. But how did this fire start? Who started it? Catherine O'Leary has been tied to the crime (and her cow), but could it have been someone else? Join us as we discuss the impact of the fire and who the main suspects are in this case. Tell us #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootpod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Geoglyphs have been found all over the world and they are typically a large design in the ground created by stones or earth. The most famous geoglyphs are the Nazca Lines in Peru stretching nearly 200 square miles. Designs include shapes, arrows, monkeys, and more. But how did it get there? And what is the purpose of geoglyphs? Join us as we talk about this ancient mystery that people can't seem to understand. Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Tell us #wheresyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The Winter Olympics is here! To celebrate (Go Team USA!) we are talking about the controversial results at the 2002 Olympics for pair figure skating. The debate was about Russian skaters, Elena Berezhnaya and Anton Sikharulidze, and Canadian skaters, Jamie Sale and David Pelletier. Allegedly, a judge was pressured to rank Russia over Canada despite their performance. Join us as we talk about the scandal that took over the Olympics. Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Tell us #wheresyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The Stonehenge is potentially one of the most famous prehistoric monuments at about 5,000 years old. Located in the UK, people have always speculated why the henges were made or even how they got there. When considering the landscape and technology, it doesn't make sense how someone lifted up heavy stone to create arches in an area surrounded by a grassy field. To this day, no one really knows exactly how or why it was made but join us as discuss this mysterious monument. #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The Yeti is Asia's abominable snowman and is one of the most famous creatures of cryptozoology. Said to live in the Himalayan mountains, ancient legends and folklore keep the Yeti's story alive. As Westerners began to travel to the Himalayan mountains more, the story of the Yeti became popularized. Dozens of people have shared their experience in seeing the Yeti with proof of pictures and DNA, but others argue it's not true. Could there be something that people are misidentifying the Yeti as or is it possible the Yeti exists? #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Located on an island off of San Francisco, was one of the world's most secure prison, Alcatraz. In the 1930s, Alcatraz was already a forbidding place, surrounded by the cold, rough waters of the Pacific. Between the tough iron bars, a series of strategically positioned guard towers, and sharks in the Bay; escape seemed near impossible. Despite the odds, from 1934 until the prison was closed in 1963, 36 men tried 14 separate escapes. Nearly all were caught or didn't survive the attempt. The fate of three particular inmates, however, remains a mystery to this day. Join Shannon and Elina as we discuss what happened on that famous night and is it possible they survived? #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Brittany Murphy was a talented actress known for her work and personality as she starred in classic movies like Clueless and Uptown Girls. Many people remember her bubbly energy, but as years started to go by, people started to notice she was becoming a shell of herself. People criticized her marriage who felt her husband was controlling and manipulative. At the age of 32, she passed away of Pneumonia but many people think there may have been foul play. Was there more to the story? Join us as we discuss Brittany Murphy's life and her untimely death. #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Happy Thanksgiving! We are going back in time to learn about the first UFO sighting in North America. It took place in 1639 in what is known as Massachusetts. The governor wrote down the occasion saying he was told by a man that there was an unexplained, green light in the sky. Multiple stories were recorded of unexplained events in New England. Could this be explained by aliens or something else? #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us on @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Final Spooky Episode! We are wrapping up spooky season with a bonus episode on the ghosts of Charleston, South Carolina. Shannon and I had the pleasure of taking a trip to Charleston where we had the mission to learn all about the city including its ghosts. We had a memorable, late night ghost tour where we learned all about the spooky stories ranging from a sad love story, a cute dog, and something a little more startling... listen if you dare. #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Spooky Season Part 2! We are continuing the series with a story about Dyatlov Pass. Located in Russia, 9 hikers mysteriously disappeared leaving behind unexplained evidence. Why did the experienced hikers slash their tent to carve out an escape route from within? Join us as we discuss what could have happened to those who died on the mountain that translates to Dead Mountain... listen if you dare. #wheresyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
It's officially SPOOOKY SEASON!! We are starting this season off with a classic story, Sleepy Hollow. Located in NY, Sleepy Hollow is not just a story but a real place where spooky situations and superstitions exist. Join us as we dive into the life of Ichabod Crane and analyze if the Headless Horseman is real. We also discuss other origins where the Headless Horseman exists... listen if you dare. #wheresyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Did you know that one of the most well known painters in history died under mysterious circumstances? Join Elina and Shannon as they discuss Vincent Van Gogh's life, his death on the record and an alternate theory behind it. The story may not be as straight forward as it seems...#whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram: @barerootspod Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Welcome back to our next alien episode! This time we're tackling the Roswell Incident, when in the 1940s mysterious debris was found in New Mexico. Was it simply weather balloon debris or a top secret government experiment gone awry? Or was it aliens? #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram: @barerootspod Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Welcome Back to Season 3! We are starting this season off with a pop culture conspiracy. Is the Kardashian Curse real? Some argue that anyone who dates a Kardashian/Jenner, their life goes downhill after that. But is it true? Even though Kylie Jenner commented on it back in 2016, join Shannon and Elina as we breakdown this theory. Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod Tell us #whereisyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Everyone knows their name, but especially knows the symbols that they go by. The Eye of Providence and th scale and compass are commonly found in our every day lives. But what do the Freemasons stand for? And more importantly, are they a dark secretive group, or just lame? Join Elina and Shannon as they discuss the Freemason origins and their practices.#whereisyourtinfoilhat? Follow us on Instagram: @barerootspod Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
How did the man who was proclaimed the hero of the 1996 Atlanta Olympic games ended up being the main suspect? Through the controversial investigation, Richard Jewell was labelled the villain when he was innocent all along. Join Shannon and Elina as we discuss the event and how this happened. Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod #wheresyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Harry Houdini left a mark on this world as one of the most famous magicians. Known for his elite tricks, people were captivated by his performances wondering how he was able to do it. Join us as we talk about not only his life, but his sudden death. How could it be that someone like Houdini who consistently escaped death died so quickly. Was there foul play at the height of his career? #wheresyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The secret Nevada base, known as Area 51, is often the subject of alien conspiracy theories. People are kept far away from this place, but why is it so secretive? Join Shannon and Elina as we discuss the secrecy surrounding Area 51 and are they connected to extraterrestrial life? #wheresyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram @barerootspod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Did you know Mt. Rushmore has a secret chamber? Yeah we didn't know about it either, but what is the history about this secret place? What was its purpose? Join Shannon and Elina as we dive into this topic and learn about the mysterious chamber in one of the most visited places in the U.S. #whereisyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Is the moon landing one giant... lie? Why do so many people think that the moon landing was fake? Between the technology and space race, join Shannon and Elina as they discuss the reasons why people are so skeptical about the moon landing. #whereisyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
You've probably heard about subliminal messaging through advertising. For example, companies trying to sell a secret message through audio or commercials. But it's actually a more complex topic. Join Shannon and Elina as we discuss what subliminal messaging is and the cases on the topic. #whereisyourtinfoilhat --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Avril Lavigne is our favorite skate punk artist, but did you know that there's a conspiracy theory about her? Enjoy Elina and Shannon as they discuss Lavigne's life and her alleged death. #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram: @barerootspod Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Edgar Allen Poe has a reputation for his dark, mysterious literary works, but did you know that his death is just as mysterious? Join Elina and Shannon as they discuss Poe's life, his untimely death and the conspiracy theories around it. #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram: @barerootspod Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We've all heard about them: Flat Earthers. But what do the people of this group really think and why? Join Elina and Shannon as they discuss the history of the flat earth model, who Flat Earthers are and what they believe. #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram: @barerootspod Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We bet you didn't know there was a conspiracy theory about Lyme Disease! May is Lyme Disease awareness month so it is only fitting that we discuss this topic today. Join us as we go over what Lyme Disease is, how it was discovered and why there is a conspiracy about it's origins. Sit back, tuck your pants into your socks and enjoy! #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram: @barerootspod Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Do you believe in reincarnation? For some religions, the concept of life reoccurring after death is not necessarily a theory but a belief. For others they may not believe in it, but have experienced it. This week, join Elina and Shannon as they discuss this concept and the stories of people who believe they have experienced it. #whereisyourtinfoilhat Follow us on Instagram: @barerootspod Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app