Known Unknowns podcast explores unexplainable mysteries. We discuss the things that lie on the fringes of reality. Things that we know that are unknown. Ghosts, Folklore, Conspiracies, and everything else that lies outside the realm of the explainable... Because it's weird out there.
First, Carly celebrates a pioneering OB-GYN who fought for racial equality in healthcare. Then, Harry gives us an update on the latest winged humanoid sightings around Chicago. Places to donate/checkout: https://www.endoblack.org/ https://tightlipped.org/ https://www.samanthadenae.com/ Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @unknownspod knownunknownspodcast.com
It's a Carly episode this week. First we learn all about her new crocs, and then we learn about the rise and fall of New Orleans's first black female homicide detective. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @unknownspod knownunknownspodcast.com
It's just one long story this week as Harry introduces us to psychiatrist, addiction researcher, and CIA asset Jolly West. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
It's episode 80! First, Harry takes us to the swamps of Louisiana where we learn about pirate an old pirate and bandit haunt, and the creature that may now inhabit it. Then Carly tells us the history of one of Chicago's most notorious nightclubs and gangster hubs. Twitter: @UnknownsPod Instagram: @Knownunknownspodcast knownunknownspodcast.com
Carly biographies the frequently underappreciated Ida B. Wells. Harry updates us on what the winged beasts of Chicagoland are up to. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We return from our sabbatical with a news roundup! Harry bums everyone out talking about the FBI's "anti"-terrorism shenanigans. Then Carly brings us back up with four fun offbeat stories from around the world. Twitter: @UnknownsPod Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast knownunknownspodcast.com
We have nothing to talk about this week, except for outer space stuff! First Carly talks about a Brazilian farmer's encounter with a UFO. Then, Harry talks about another mysterious visitor from parts unknown. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We round up the big news stories of the week. Then Harry talks about a long lake and a long monster. Carly talks about the earth and what does and does not lie beneath it. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We return from our break to bring you two big stories about big deceptions. Carly talks about Gregor McGregor and one of the biggest scams ever perpetrated. Harry talks about the very origins of the infamous Illuminati. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
In this episode we learn about Carly's birthday. There is also discussion of an eccentric baseball player and a rabbit murderer, or maybe a murderer rabbit. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We pay tribute to the big stuck boat everyone loves. Then, Carly talks about the life cycle of black helicopters and Harry talks about a sailing ship and its missing crew. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
Harry starts the episode off with two quick hits, about a serial stowaway and a mysterious radio signal. Then, Carly goes in depth about the Somerton man and his possible identities and connections. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
In this episode Carly tells tales of the life and times of Cowboy Bob, a Texas bank robber who stayed one step ahead of the feds for months in the early 90s. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
This week we are singularly focused on one of the greatest environmental disasters of all time, and Chevron’s retaliation against the lawyers and indigenous people attempting to hold them accountable. Rundown of Chevron’s actions leading to and during Ecuadorian trial: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/chevrons-amazon-chernobyl_b_7435926 Intercept story on Steven Donziger: https://theintercept.com/2020/01/29/chevron-ecuador-lawsuit-steven-donziger/ Chevrontoxico.org Amazonwatch.org Freedonziger.org Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We go short this week, first recapping the latest WRC action as well as Carly's dreams. Then, Carly talks about a Georgia Cemetery and its most famous resident. Harry talks about the Canadian PM and his parentage. The B-52s formed in Athens, Georgia. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We start off the episode despairing at the state of our world. Then, Harry talks about intrigue and deceit in the world of Formula 1. Finally, Carly talks about the Barmanou and the man who dedicated his life to finding it. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com For business or ransom inquiries email knownunknownspodcast@gmail.com
We're talking about South America this time. First, Carly talks about Ronaldo and the controversy around his 1998 World Cup appearance. Then, Harry talks about Venezuela, and an ex-Green Beret's utter failure of a coup attempt. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
It's cold out and the heater wants you to know it! If you can hear it over our hissing and sputtering radiator, we start the episode talking about new developments in the Dyatlov Pass Incident. Then, Harry has the story of train robber and outlaw Railroad Bill. Then, Carly tells us about two instances of people finding secret rooms in their homes. letterboxd.com/hhaarrryy/ Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We start off the episode in the finance futon, attempting to break down the Gamestop/AMC/WallstreetBets controversy while harry tries to remember the word "regulations." Then, Carly talks about a New Mexico ghost town, and the ghosts that live in it. Finally, Harry regales us with a tale intrigue and deceit in the world of birdwatching. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
In Episode 64, Harry's looking for a friend to discuss WRC with. He also talks about the legacy of insane royals and a Saudi Prince's quixotic urban planning project. Then, Carly talks about a 19th century medium and the physicist who investigated her claims. Read Neom - The Line to Oblivion by Séamus Malekafzali here: malekafzali.substack.com/p/neom-the-line-to-oblivion Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com paypal.me/knownunknowns
In the sixty-third episode of the podcast, Carly and Harry start off by discussing a hide and seek champion holed up in O'Hare Airport. Then, Carly talks about some mediums pulling large scams. Finally, Harry tells the story of the lost Cox children of the Alleghenies. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
In this episode we go online to learn about a series of complex puzzles and codes made by an enigmatic organization of computer nerds. Then, Carly gives us the scoop on a Japanese foot-reading cult/scam. To dig into the Cicada 3301 mystery yourself, start here: https://uncovering-cicada.fandom.com/wiki/Uncovering_Cicada_Wiki. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com paypal.me/knownunknowns
We're celebrating the new year talking about the people who make the world go 'round, celebrities. First, we discuss Hilaria Baldwin's low-stakes Spanish scandal. Then, Carly gets to the bottom of the rumors that Avril Lavigne was replaced by a doppelganger. Finally, haunted cars. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com paypal.me/knownunknowns
Happy Holidays from Known Unknowns! Join us as we discuss the pagan origins of Christmas and its associated traditions. We'll see you again in the New Year! Greater Chicago Food Depository: chicagosfoodbank.org paypal.me/knownunknowns Venmo Carly: @Carly-Davis-35 Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
Carly has the first topic of the episode, talking about a prolific boy band scammer and blimp fraudster. Then Harry tells tales of a cursed German U-boat from World War I. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com paypal.me/knownunknowns
We start the episode off with an update on that weird metal monolith in the middle of the desert. Then Harry talks about Lawnchair Larry and his miraculous flight. Finally, Carly talks about the weird saga of Natalia Barnett and her adoptive family. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK. Visit lpaonline.org to support Little People of America and find related organizations. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
The podcast returns from our Harry's Birthday and Thanksgiving break to bring you two stories of apocalyptic tidings. First, Carly talks about the Exclusive Brethren, an insular Christian cult. Then, Harry talks about the Carrington Event of 1859, and what would happen were history to repeat. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
Harry and Carly went on a trip this week. Come hear about it. Harry talks about city building games and the uncanny worlds that simulations create. Then, Carly talks about Bigfoot sightings in and around Shawnee National Forest. Listen in to find out whether our hosts saw any while they were there. Magnasanti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTJQTc-TqpU Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We start things off in the politics pouch and discuss the results of last week's election. Then Carly has the details on all the chemtrails conspiracy theories. Then Harry talks about a giant Icelandic lake worm monster. Judge the Lagarfljót Worm video for yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnonaihRWoA Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We start off with our last Politics Pouch talk before the election, and give our last-minute Known Unknowns Official Endorsements. Then, Harry breaks down the art and pseudoscience of dowsing. Carly rounds things out with Central Illinois's most famous cryptid, the Cole Hollow Monster. For info on Chicago area judicial elections: injusticewatch.org Girl I Guess Chicago Progressive Voter Guide: girliguess.com Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com paypal.me/knownunknowns
Tis the spooky season, and Known Unknowns is here to celebrate it with you! We chat about trick or treating in a pandemic, tell some ghost stories, and discuss creative costume ideas.
You're invited to celebrate our podcast's first birthday with us! Blow up some balloons, grab a slice of cake, and settle in as we take you on a journey through the unknown. First, test your knowledge of shady dealings along with Carly, as Harry quizzes her on real and fake conspiracy theories. Then, bundle up for a cold night in the mountains, as Carly unwraps the mysteries of the Dyatlov Pass incident. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We're back! Baseball is happening still, and we're vaguely aware of it! So Harry talks about the two most famous curses to afflict the sport. Then Carly takes us on a tour of Chicago's Graceland Cemetery and it's two most haunted memorials. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com paypal.me/knownunknowns
We recap all the big news from the past week and give our takes on the election, debates, presidential COVID diagnoses. Then Carly has an ancient Egyptian ghost story, and Harry talks about a wave of mysterious reports of poisonous gas attacks. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod Support the show: paypal.me/knownunknowns knownunknownspodcast.com
It's our big 50th episode spectacular! Not really, it's a pretty normal episode. But we have fun! First, Harry has the remarkable story of Mike the Headless Chicken. Then Carly takes us inside the surprisingly intrigue-filled high stakes world of glitter manufacturing. It's a fun one! Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast@gmail.com knownunknownspodcast.com
We metaphorically travel cross country to bring you tales of the weird and supernatural. First we stay close to home and discuss Chicago's Congress Hotel and its long history of hauntings. Then we trek through the wilderness and discover the ancient legends and odd occurrences hidden in the forgotten corners of Yosemite National Park. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
We go off on some Thicc Soupps in this episode before getting into our prepared remarks. Harry talks about Pennsylvania's most pitiable cryptid, the Squonk. Then Carly talks about an amateur geologist and a Canadian UFO sighting. Read the story of how big oil hoodwinked environmentalists on recycling: https://www.npr.org/2020/09/11/897692090/how-big-oil-misled-the-public-into-believing-plastic-would-be-recycled Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod knownunknownspodcast.com
Happy Labor Day from Known Unknowns! Carly has the story of Annabelle the doll, then Harry has a few loosely connected stories about the origins of the holiday and folk hero Casey Jones. Friend of the show Chris Garcia and his family have been affected by the California wildfires happening right now. If you would like and are able to help them out, there's a GoFundMe here: https://gf.me/u/yurn2c Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
Harry starts us off with a couple of stories about mariners meeting their untimely demise on the Great Lakes. Then Carly talks about the death of a CIA scientist and the highly classified programs he was involved in. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
Harry's arms are on the mend and we're back from our break! First, Carly tells of an unlikely Hungarian crime ring. Then, Harry talks about the mysterious Wampus Cat. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
It's end to end conspiracies! First, Harry takes us inside the National Basketball Association, and talks about a suspiciously fortuitous draft lottery pick. Then, Carly takes us through the surprisingly large category of Israeli Animal Espionage. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
We're talking about unexplainable mysteries, and cover ups! First, Carly talks about some extremely weird weather in a small Washington state town. Then Harry talks about the coincidences and interesting connections surrounding one of the Boston Marathon bombers. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
We're just reading stuff off the internet this week! We've got eyewitness ghost and cryptid sightings, and creepypastas. Then we catch up on listener mail and invent the new fortune telling science of the Spamoscope. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
We've got two very different topics this week! First, Harry tells the story of the Donner Party's long, tragic journey along the Oregon Trail. Then Carly talks about the many conspiracies and controversies surrounding the Donkey Kong high score world record. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
It's a jam-packed episode this week! We start off by finally getting around to discussing Ghislaine Maxwell's arrest, and what that means for the case going forward. Then we transition into talking about the Wayfair child trafficking conspiracy theory. Carly has the unsolved mystery of D. B. Cooper, and Harry talks about the history of ghouls. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
Going shorter for a change because we're tired and that's what we want to do. First, Harry talks about a haunted Connecticut ghost town. Then Carly tells us about a conspiracy relating to the death of John Lennon. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
First we spend a long time on a discussion about statues vs. sculptures that goes nowhere. Then Carly talks about Forrest Fenn and the hunt for his hidden treasure. Then Harry talks about the mystery airship wave of 1896-97 that captured the imagination of America. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
First, Harry takes us through the weird and wonderful world of bogs. Then Carly tells two ghost stories from the town of Alton, Illinois. Instagram: knownunknownspodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
It's another mystery and intrigue-filled episode of Known Unknowns! First, Carly has the story of a New Jersey family who begin receiving strange letters that reveal their quiet suburban neighborhood isn't as safe as it seems. Then Harry talks about the recent developments in the case of the assassination of a Swedish prime minister, and the decades of conspiracy theories around it. Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod See our brand new domain name and redesigned website: https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
After a brief update on the ongoing Black Lives Matter protests, we talk about animals. First, Harry has everybody's favorite fearsome critter, Jackalope. Then it's off to the world of horse racing, as Carly tells us about the controversial 1968 Kentucky Derby, and the conspiracy theories about its decision. If you live in Chicago, call your alderperson and tell them to support the CPAC ordinance. Learn more here: https://www.caarpr.org/stop-police-crimes Split a donation between 70+ community bail funds, mutual aid funds, and racial justice organizers: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/
We spend a long time at the top of the episode talking about the nationwide protests sparked by George Floyd's murder and the apparent inability of those in power to respond appropriately. Then we shift gears as Harry and Carly both attack the topic of 5G and the conspiracy theories surrounding it. To learn more about the proposed Civilian Police Accountability Council ordinance and help get it passed, follow this link: https://www.caarpr.org/stop-police-crimes Instagram: @knownunknownspodcast Twitter: @UnknownsPod https://www.knownunknownspodcast.com/