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Join best friends, Nicole and Noelle in the Haunted Attic as they talk about all sorts of strange and unusual topics. From history's most nefarious cults, local ghost stories, government conspiracies, murder mysteries, paranormal activities, urban legends, UFO phenomena, and unexplained events. Nothing is off limits but everything is unusual, so sit back, get weird with us and remember Celebrate the Strange and Keep it Unusual! Find us on social media @QuiteUnusualPod and Email us at QuiteUnusualPod@gmail.com

Nicole Kelso & Noelle Kruppa

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    • Jun 1, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 22m AVG DURATION
    • 208 EPISODES

    4.6 from 303 ratings Listeners of Quite Unusual that love the show mention: noelle, attic, unusual, nicole, celebrate, bringthemio podcast, fun and funny, paranormal, spooky, strange, ghosts, love these girls, leave a review, fun and entertaining, true crime, i've always, conspiracy, mondays, love the banter, creepy.


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    The Quite Unusual podcast is an absolute gem for anyone who enjoys true crime, paranormal stories, and all things strange. I stumbled across this podcast a couple of months ago while searching for something entertaining to listen to during my long drives for work, and I am so grateful that I did. Nicole and Noelle, the hosts of the show, have a fantastic on-air chemistry that immediately draws you in and keeps you engaged throughout each episode. Their witty banter and humorous takes on the topics make every episode a joy to listen to.

    One of the best aspects of The Quite Unusual podcast is the incredible depth of research and attention to detail that Nicole and Noelle put into each episode's topic. They go above and beyond to provide comprehensive information on true crime cases, paranormal phenomena, and other unusual subjects. It's evident that they are passionate about what they do, as their research is thorough and well-rounded. They not only present the facts but also add their own insights and theories, making each story intriguing and thought-provoking.

    Another highlight of this podcast is how accessible and engaging Nicole and Noelle are with their listeners over social media. They actively interact with their audience, responding to comments, questions, and feedback. It creates a sense of community among listeners, making you feel like you're part of the conversation rather than just a passive listener. Their willingness to engage with fans shows their genuine appreciation for their audience.

    However, one minor drawback of The Quite Unusual podcast is that occasionally the humor can be divisive. While many listeners enjoy Nicole and Noelle's comedic approach to storytelling, there may be some who prefer a more serious tone when it comes to discussing true crime or paranormal subjects. It ultimately comes down to personal preference.

    In conclusion, The Quite Unusual podcast is an absolute delight for fans of true crime, paranormal stories, or anything out of the ordinary. Nicole and Noelle's dedication to thorough research, their engaging banter, and their genuine interactions with listeners make this podcast a standout in the genre. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or just dipping your toe into the world of the paranormal, you'll find something to love in The Quite Unusual podcast. Give it a listen and let these two wonderful hosts brighten up your day!



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    The Enfield Poltergeist Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 79:29


    Send us a textWhat began as an ordinary, semi-detached council house at 284 Green Street in Enfield, London, would soon become one of the most infamous haunted locations in the UK.  In part 1 we uncover the eerie beginnings of the haunting that shook a quiet London suburb in 1977. Mysterious knocks, levitating furniture, and terrified witnesses set the stage for one of the most famous paranormal cases in history. SourcesThe Enfield Poltergeist - Documentary on Apple+https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20231026-the-enfield-poltergeist-why-the-unexplained-mystery-that-shocked-1970s-britain-continues-to-disturbhttps://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20231026-the-enfield-poltergeist-why-the-unexplained-mystery-that-shocked-1970s-britain-continues-to-disturbhttps://www.hauntedrooms.co.uk/enfield-poltergeist-true-story-enfield-hauntinghttps://allthatsinteresting.com/the-enfield-hauntinghttps://www.historicmysteries.com/unexplained-mysteries/enfield-haunting/22457/https://people.com/movies/inside-the-real-story-that-inspired-the-conjuring-2Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 31: Shatner Sauce

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 87:36


    Send us a textWe did it! We got Unscripted again! On this episode we chat about our time in The Roff House, a horror con where we learned William Shatner's beauty secrets, True Crime news, our home town Chicago Pope, the difference between a hot dog and a polish sausage, our favorite M. Night Shyamalan movies, and so much more that we honestly can't list it all here! Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Who Put Bella in the Wych Elm?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 93:50


    Send us a textThis week, Noelle shares a story from 1943, when four young boys entered the woods in a small town near Birmingham, England, and discovered something horrific wedged inside the trunk of a tree. A year later, incriminating graffiti appeared, reading “Who Put Bella in the Wych Elm?”—a haunting question tied to a mystery that remains unsolved to this day. Sourceshttps://medium.com/curiosity-chronicles-extended/who-put-bella-in-wych-elm-6b5ed7b881a3https://www.bbc.com/reel/video/p0g26yr4/the-80-year-old-mystery-of-the-skeleton-found-in-a-wych-elmhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-04-07/mystery-over-who-put-bella-down-the-wych-elm-/102171844 https://brian-haughton.com/ancient-mysteries-articles/bella_in_the_wych-elm/  https://crimereads.com/who-put-bella-in-the-wych-elm/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hand_of_Glory https://josefjakobs.info/2018/01/bella-in-wych-elm-mysterious-anna-from.html Books: Who Put Bella In The Wych Elm?: Volume 1 & 2: The Crime scene Revisited by Alex MerrillSupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Shag Harbour UFO Incident

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 84:30


    Send us a textWelcome to our 200th episode! ...sort of... This week we're taking a trip up north to CANADA, eh, as we dive into the mysterious Shag Harbour UFO incident of 1967. Canada's most compelling and well-documented UFO case and what some call Canada's Roswell. From eyewitness accounts and official RCMP reports to military searches and deep-sea anomalies, we unravel the layers of this unexplained event. Sourceshttps://www.ufocasebook.com/Shagharbor.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shag_Harbour_UFO_incidenthttp://www.ufoevidence.org/cases/case166.htmhttp://www.ufoevidence.org/Cases/CaseSubarticle.asp?ID=168https://timefordisclosure.com/the-shag-harbour-ufo-crash/http://www.ufoevidence.org/cases/case166.htmSupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Call of The Void

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 61:52


    Send us a textIn this episode, Noelle brings us the eerie and unsettling phenomenon known as "The Call of The Void"—that strange impulse to jump when standing near a cliff or bridge. We explore the psychology behind this paradoxical urge and discuss why it's more common than you might think. Join us as we discuss the mysteries of this haunting yet fascinating aspect of the human mind. Sourceshttps://www.livescience.com/what-is-call-of-the-voidhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2024/11/20/2-reasons-behind-the-eerie-call-of-the-void-effect-by-a-psychologist/ https://www.healthline.com/health/call-of-the-voidhttps://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/human-brain/call-of-the-void.htm?s1sid=s0zyx632yz5hyf7z9yp9478k&srch_tag=rkjzi3djexvgpg2t63y5vp3u2tqjlezj https://medium.com/swlh/the-call-of-the-void-high-place-phenomenon-and-being-in-love-with-oblivion-c364c8a198e8 https://nuvomagazine.com/magazine/autumn-2021/the-call-of-the-void?srsltid=AfmBOopYDzdG45C0igBTVs81_O0rmkby_hEX7ohyO5EY-tpQKmpm2rCs https://poestories.com/read/imp Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 30: Ghost Hunting w/ Big Mouth Billy Bass

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 75:15


    Send us a textOops we did it again! We got Unscripted AND went live with it. From a man who did not know what a potato is, to ghost hunting with our  newest REM Pod - Big Mouth Billy Bass, we chat about all of the weyward moments our lives have to offer. Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Marie Elizabeth Spannhake - The Ghost in the Apartment

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 126:40


    Send us a textThis week Nicole brings us a paranormal parallel to the Colleen Stan episode. We discuss the prophetic and psychic dreams of Jodi Foster (not that Jodi Foster) and the strange synchronicities that lead to a breakthrough in the Marliz Spannhake disappearance at the hands of the Hookers. Sourceshttps://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Marliz_SpannhakeForgotten Burial: A Cry for Justice rom Beyond the Grave By: Jodi FosterSupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Colleen Stan - The Girl in the Box

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 86:14


    Send us a textIn this episode, Nicole brings us the true crime story of Colleen Stan, known as "The Girl in the Box," who was kidnapped and held captive for seven years. We explore the psychological torment she endured and the complex dynamics of her captivity. Join us as we unpack the details of this horrific case and praise the resilience of a woman who endured unimaginable horrors. Stay tuned for next week because this story isn't over..Sourceshttps://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Cameron_and_Janice_Hookerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kidnapping_of_Colleen_Stanhttps://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Marliz_Spannhakehttps://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Cameron_and_Janice_Hookerhttps://krcrtv.com/amp/news/local/trial-for-girl-in-the-box-kidnapper-cameron-hooker-delayed-again-to-december https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kidnapping_of_Colleen_Stanhttps://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ca-court-of-appeal/1771222.html https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/mystery/did-a-couple-who-kept-victim-captive-for-7-years-kill-missing-teen-marie-elizabeth-spannhake https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/unsolved-mysteries-ghost-in-apartment-14 Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Astrology 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 92:03


    Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the basics of astrology, from Western horoscopes to Chinese zodiac signs. Learn how your star sign might explain why you love to organize your sock drawer (hello, Virgo!) and how your Chinese animal year could reveal why you're secretly obsessed with Weird Al Yankovic. Check out the links below to find out!Find your Mayan sign here: https://www.horoscope.com/us/profiles/mayan/index-profile-mayan-sign.aspxFind your Chinese astrology here: https://www.yourchineseastrology.com/Find your birth chart here: https://cafeastrology.com/ Sourceshttps://www.britannica.com/summary/astrology#:~:text=It%20originated%20in%20Mesopotamia%20(c,learning%20during%20the%20Middle%20Ages.https://www.elle.com/horoscopes/a44666453/how-to-read-a-birth-chart/https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/extrasensory-perceptions/sun-sign.htmhttps://www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com/chinese-zodiac-animals-what-they-are-and-what-they-meanhttps://time.com/4741094/season-birth-personality/Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 29: The Gulf of Quite Unusual

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 73:22


    Send us a textWelcome to the Gulf of Quite Unusual, where anything is everything because honestly who cares anymore, we're SO tired! This week we have another Unscripted where we went live for our Patreon members and answered some of their questions, we promise we aren't just talking to ourselves.Get tickets to Windy City Parafest: https://windycityparafest.com/Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

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    Strange Encounters with Franky & Christina, Co-Producers of Windy City Parafest!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 76:59


    Send us a textWe have a special PALENTINE'S Day gift for you all! We're chatting with two wonderful humans and Co-Producers of Windy City Parafest, Franky Everleigh & Christina Marie! We're discussing all things Windy City Parafest and what sets this amazing convention apart from the rest! This is one you don't want to miss, get your tickets below!Use code: QUITE for 10% off!https://windycityparafest.com/Follow Windy City Parafest: @windycityparafestFollow Franky: @fveverleighFollow Christina: @giantessxtinaFollow TWATS: @thewiapparitiontrackingsocietySupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Philadelphia Experiment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 82:30


    Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the mysterious story of the Philadelphia Experiment, a supposed WWII-era Navy experiment that allegedly made a ship invisible and sparked decades of conspiracy theories. We'll unravel the bizarre claims of Carl Allen, the enigmatic man behind the story, and explore how his letters led UFO researcher Morris K. Jessup down a tragic rabbit hole. Join us as we separate fact from fiction in one of history's strangest urban legends! Sourceshttps://www.historicmysteries.com/myths-legends/the-philadelphia-experiment/1000/https://www.military.com/off-duty/2020/05/04/truth-behind-wwiis-creepy-philadelphia-experiment.html?amphttps://windmill-slayer.tripod.com/aliascarlosallende/https://saucerlife.com/2022/04/08/the-strange-case-of-carlos-allende/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_War_II_casualtieshttps://ia801601.us.archive.org/35/items/PhiladelphiaExperiment/Philadelphia%20Experiment_text.pdfhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morris_K._Jessuphttps://skepticalinquirer.org/2021/08/solving-a-ufological-murder-the-case-of-morris-k-jessup/https://windmill-slayer.tripod.com/aliascarlosallende/https://allthatsinteresting.com/philadelphia-experiment Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle!Go to: https://magicmind.com/QUITEUJAN for 45% off your Magic Mind bundle with our link Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Cleveland Torso Murders

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 94:24


    Send us a textNoelle brings us the story of the Cleveland Torso Murders, a series of brutal killings that haunted the city during the 1930s. Despite the gruesome nature of the crimes, the identity of the killer remains unknown, leaving the case shrouded in eerie uncertainty. Join us as we explore the investigation, the victims, and the dark legacy of one of America's most perplexing unsolved murder sprees. Sourceshttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/torso-killer-cleveland-dna-testing-victims-identified/https://case.edu/ech/articles/t/torso-murdershttps://www.cleveland19.com/2024/08/09/exhumation-cleveland-torso-killers-unidentified-victims-now-underway/Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle!Go to: https://magicmind.com/QUITEUJAN for 45% off your Magic Mind bundle with our link Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle!Go to: https://magicmind.com/QUITEUJAN for 45% off your Magic Mind bundle with our link Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 28: The Last Unscripted of 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 85:02


    Send us a textWell we've never done this before! Come along with us to the MOST Unscripted episode of all time... literally... our Patreon members get to watch us scream nonsense into a microphone for the last time in 2024! Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Merry Creepmas!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 74:11


    Send us a textIn this festive episode, we're getting into the holiday spirit with a spooky twist as they share some holiday-themed Creepypasta stories. Grab a cup of cocoa, turn on the tree lights, and prepare for some holiday horror! Noelle's Story: https://www.creepypasta.com/carrots-and-whiskey/Nicole's Story: https://www.creepypasta.com/the-james-currie-film/Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Dating Game Killer: Rodney Alcala

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 95:27


    Send us a textIn this episode, Nicole brings us the twisted story of Rodney Alcala, a man who won the dating game but at the same time, was secretly a brutal serial killer. Known for his charm and manipulative nature, Alcala used his charisma to mask his dark, violent tendencies. Join us as we unravel the terrifying details of how he preyed on women while evading justice for years. Sourceshttps://people.com/archive/the-eye-of-a-killer-vol-73-no-15/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/monicamercuri/2024/10/22/who-escaped-rodney-alcala-where-the-survivors-of-the-dating-game-killer-are-now/ https://murderpedia.org/male.A/a/alcala-rodney.htm#google_vignettehttps://www.biography.com/crime/rodney-alcala#early-life https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dating_Gamehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rodney_Alcalahttps://people.com/where-happened-to-cheryl-bradshaw-the-dating-game-rodney-alcala-8732274https://time.com/6312191/woman-of-the-hour-true-story/https://screenrant.com/what-happened-to-woman-of-the-hour-amy-victim-monique-hoyt/Rodney Alcala: The Fine Art of Killing - LA Weeklyhttps://screenrant.com/what-happened-to-woman-of-the-hour-amy-victim-monique-hoyt/Rodney Alcala: The Fine Art of Killing - LA WeeklySupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Legend of Amelia Earhart Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 88:16


    Send us a textIn part two of our deep dive into Amelia Earhart we cover Amelia's fateful final flight. We unravel the events leading up to her disappearance and examine the compelling theories that attempt to explain her fate. From faulty radio transmissions to intriguing island discoveries, we piece together the clues left behind. Join us as we search for answers and uncover the legacy of this iconic baddie. Sourceshttps://www.britannica.com/story/the-disappearance-of-amelia-earhart#:~:text=Earhart%20was%20officially%20declared%20dead,the%20crash%20is%20still%20unclear.https://airandspace.si.edu/stories/editorial/legend-amelia-earharts-disappearancehttps://history.howstuffworks.com/history-vs-myth/amelia-earhart-mystery.htmhttps://www.gpsworld.com/lidar-helps-unlock-secrets-in-amelia-earhart-mystery/https://www.cnn.com/2024/11/21/science/amelia-earhart-plane-anomaly-update/index.htmlMagic Mind 20% off one time purchases; uUse Code: QUITE20 for 20% off one time purchases; up to 48% off your first subscription! Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Legend of Amelia Earhart Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 109:03


    Send us a textIn Part 1, we dive into the early life of Amelia Earhart, exploring the experiences and influences that sparked her passion for aviation. From her adventurous childhood to the moment she first took flight, we uncover the formative events that shaped her path toward becoming one of the most iconic figures in aviation history. Join us as we chart the beginnings of Earhart's incredible journey into the skies. Sourceshttps://www.britannica.com/story/the-disappearance-of-amelia-earhart#:~:text=Earhart%20was%20officially%20declared%20dead,the%20crash%20is%20still%20unclear.https://airandspace.si.edu/stories/editorial/legend-amelia-earharts-disappearancehttps://history.howstuffworks.com/history-vs-myth/amelia-earhart-mystery.htmhttps://www.gpsworld.com/lidar-helps-unlock-secrets-in-amelia-earhart-mystery/Magic Mind 20% off one time purchases; uUse Code: QUITE20 for 20% off one time purchases; up to 48% off your first subscription! Magic Mind 20% off one time purchases; uUse Code: QUITE20 for 20% off one time purchases; up to 48% off your first subscription! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 27: Halloween Sadness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 61:15


    Send us a textHalloween is over... BOOOOO but we have an unscripted to (hopefully) cheer you up! We're recapping Paranormal Prom, preparing for the upcoming lesser holidays, giving you some strange news stories and reading a couple of Listener Lores!Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Salem Witch Trials

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 91:06


    Send us a textWith Spooky Season almost over, this episode we're getting into the haunting events of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials. What do you get when you combine mass hysteria with fear of the supernatural and the devil?? You get a lot of baseless accusations and the execution of innocent people. We explore the factors that fueled the frenzy, from local rivalries to religious extremism, and how these tragic trials left a lasting mark on American history.Paranormal Prom Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paranormal-prom-tickets-1031746851607Use code: UNUSUAL for $5 off! Sourceshttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/a-brief-history-of-the-salem-witch-trials-175162489/ https://www.britannica.com/event/Salem-witch-trials/The-trialshttps://www.npr.org/2022/05/26/1101562323/salem-witch-trials-woman-exonerated-329-years-laterhttps://1692beforeandafter.com/the-defiant-legacy-of-giles-corey-1692-salem-witch-trials/https://famous-trials.com/salem/2043-bridget-bishophttps://www.americanhistorycentral.com/entries/salem-witch-trials-victims/https://www.thoughtco.com/definition-of-witchs-cake-3528206https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salem_witch_trialshttps://www.salem.org/salem-witch-trials-faq/ Magic Mind 20% off one time purchases; uUse Code: QUITE20 for 20% off one time purchases; up to 48% off your first subscription! Paranormal PromCome party with us! Get tickets to Paranormal Prom and use code: UNUSUAL for $5 off!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Levelland UFO Case

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 70:59


    Send us a textThis week we discuss the Levelland UFO Case. In the youth medium sized city of Levelland Texas on November 2nd, 1957, an astonishing number of police reports cited similar unidentified aerial phenomenon disrupting vehicles, and the lives of the city's residents. UFO? Or was it simply ball lightning as Project Blue Book would have us believe? Find out in this new episode! Sourceshttps://www.onlyinyourstate.com/experiences/texas/ufo-sighting-tx Dudding, George. The Levelland UFO Case. GSD PUBLICATIONS, March 15, 2016https://files.ncas.org/ufosymposium/mcdonald.htmlhttps://www.newspapers.com/article/the-odessa-american-levelland-ufo-sighti/24946181/https://www.everythinglubbock.com/news/local-news/whatever-happened-in-levelland-it-became-a-world-famous-mystery/https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-68515515Magic MindUse Code: QUITE20 for 20% off one time purchases; up to 48% off your first subscription! Magic Mind 20% Off!Use Code: QUITE20 for 20% off one time purchases; up to 48% off your first subscription! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Wendigo

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 82:15


    Send us a textIn this episode, we delve into the terrifying legend of the Wendigo, a creature from Algonquian folklore infamous for its insatiable hunger and association with cannibalism. We'll explore the Wendigo's origins, its ties to survival in brutal winter conditions, and its lasting influence on modern horror. Get ready for a spine-tingling journey into the wild, where isolation and dread can transform anyone into a monster. Sourceshttps://sleepopolis.com/education/sleep-myths-the-wendigo/https://backstoryradio.org/blog/the-mythology-and-misrepresentation-of-the-windigo/#:~:text=As%20a%20result%2C%20they're,the%20cartoon%20My%20Little%20Pony.https://allthatsinteresting.com/wendigohttps://www.legendsofamerica.com/mn-wendigo/https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/strange-creatures/wendigoes.htmhttps://www.americanhauntingsink.com/wendigohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Fiddlerhttps://www.icliniq.com/articles/emotional-and-mental-health/wendigo-psychosisSupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 26: Beyonce Kidnapped Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 62:39


    Send us a textWe're back for another Quite Unscripted episode full of promises of paranormal proms, weird synchronicities that prove this is a simulation, Beyonce conspiracies, new Bigfoot footage, Will Smith farts and the new It movie. To get ticker for Paranormal Prom, click the link below and use code: UNUSUAL for $5 off!Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paranormal-prom-tickets-1031746851607 Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Cotard's Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 69:20


    Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the mysterious and rare condition known as Cotard's Syndrome, where individuals believe they are dead or do not exist. We'll get into the psychological and neurological aspects of this delusion, examining real-life cases and the impact it has on sufferers. Join us as we uncover the eerie reality behind this bizarre and haunting disorder.Sourceshttps://www.sciencealert.com/thinking-you-are-dead-is-a-rare-but-serious-medical-conditionhttps://medium.com/lessons-from-history/mademoiselle-x-living-while-dead-8fe06146b711https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/walking-corpse-syndrome https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4271387/https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychiatry/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2022.779520/fullhttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/real-life-stories/soldier-walking-corpse-after-rare-9367576Magic MindUse Code: QUITE20 for 20% off one time purchases; up to 48% off your first subscription! Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Villisca Axe Murders

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 99:53


    Send us a textJoin us as we uncover the chilling mystery of the Villisca Axe Murders in this episode. We'll dive into the gruesome 1912 slayings of eight people in a small Iowa town, exploring the haunting details, suspicious suspects, and enduring questions that still baffle investigators over a century later.  Join us as we unravel the unsettling events of that fateful night and search for answers in one of America's most baffling cold cases. Magic Mind TrialUse Code: QUITETRIAL for a free 3 sample pack! Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Great Molasses Flood

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 71:24


    Send us a textIn this episode, Noelle brings us the tale of The Great Molasses Flood of 1919, a bizarre and tragic event that saw a massive wave of molasses sweep through Boston's streets, causing devastation and claiming lives. Join us as we unravel the sticky details of this darkly fascinating chapter in history.Sourceshttps://www.history.com/news/great-molasses-flood-sciencehttps://www.boston.gov/news/100-years-ago-today-molasses-crashes-through-bostons-north-endhttps://time.com/5500592/boston-great-molasses-flood-100/https://www.boston.com/news/history/2019/01/14/great-molasses-flood-newspapers/https://www.chambers-associate.com/where-to-start/commercial-awareness/regional-insights/boston-legal-history-the-great-molasses-disasterMagic Mind TrialUse Code: QUITETRIAL for a free 3 sample pack! Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 25: Cicada Mites: A Horror Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 77:13


    Send us a textWe're emerging from our own real life horror story to bring you this month's Quite Unscripted. We do a full recap of Michigan Paracon, our exciting trip to Canada, discuss recent movies and books we have consumed, some fun and scary news stories, and Halloween Paranormal Prom!https://www.geoengineer.org/news/lake-chippewas-floating-island-that-has-to-be-boat-pushed-every-yearhttps://www.npr.org/2024/06/29/nx-s1-5022578/robot-smile-face-skin-uncanny-valleyhttps://www.nbcchicago.com/cicadas-illinois-chicago-2024/how-long-should-you-watch-for-mite-bites-in-chicago-area/3533849/https://www.npr.org/2024/08/27/nx-s1-5090995/watermelon-meth-5-million-san-diego-border-checkpointMagic Mind TrialUse Code: QUITETRIAL for a free 3 sample pack! Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Murder of Girly Chew

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 97:28


     In this episode, we delve into the chilling 1999 murder of Girly Chew Hossencofft, a case that shocked Albuquerque, New Mexico. As we unravel the bizarre web of lies, cult beliefs, and sinister plots that surrounded her death, we explore the twisted minds behind the crime. Join us as we uncover the dark secrets that led to this tragic and mysterious case. Magic MindUse Code: QUITE20 for 20% off one time purchases; up to 48% off your first subscription! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Listener Lore: Special Delivery from the Mail Hags

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 62:47


    In this episode we're reading stories sent in by YOU, the listener! From ghostly animal encounters to mysterious happenings, we also give a recap of Midwest BooFEST. Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    the Silurian Hypothesis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 97:47


    In this episode, Noelle breaks our brains with The Silurian Hypothesis, a speculative concept proposing the possibility of advanced civilizations existing on Earth millions of years before humans. We explore the scientific evidence and theories behind this thought-provoking idea, questioning what traces, if any, could remain from such ancient societies. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of Earth's deep past and ponder the limits of our understanding.Stay tuned after the show for the heartbreaking, gut wrenching story... of Ground Beef Greg. Sourceshttps://ourworldindata.org/mass-extinctionshttps://www.discovery.com/exploration/Advanced-Civilization-Silurian-Hypothesis https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/international-journal-of-astrobiology/article/silurian-hypothesis-would-it-be-possible-to-detect-an-industrial-civilization-in-the-geological-record/77818514AA6907750B8F4339F7C70EC6https://www.iflscience.com/the-silurian-hypothesis-could-an-advanced-civilization-have-lived-on-earth-millions-of-years-before-humans-64488https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20180215-how-does-fossilisation-happenhttps://www.sciencefocus.com/science/if-humans-became-extinct-how-long-would-it-take-for-all-traces-of-us-to-vanish https://askanearthspacescientist.asu.edu/drake-equation#:~:text=The%20Drake%20Equation%20is%20part,easy%20to%20discover%20alien%20life. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/324472175_The_Silurian_Hypothesis_Would_it_be_possible_to_detect_an_industrial_civilization_in_the_geological_record Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Strange Encounters with Courtney Block, The Liminal Librarian!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 71:05


    Strange Encounters is a monthly interview series hosted by Nic & No of the Quite Unusual Podcast. Each month we invite you to embark on a journey into uncharted realms along side us and our guests. Join us as we unravel the enigma of the unknown one conversation at a time. This month we are talking to Courtney Block, also known as the Liminal Librarian! Courtney is the Reference, Instruction, & User Engagement Librarian at Indiana University Southeast. She is also the author of Researching the Paranormal: How to Find Reliable Information about Parapsychology, Ghosts, Astrology, Cryptozoology, Near-Death Experiences, and More and the author of The Encyclopedia of Parapsychology. Courtney also has a piece of writing featured in Volume 3 of the Feminine Macabre and has an upcoming book called Inside the World's Haunted Libraries. Courtney has organized and hosted paranormal lectures and haunted walking tours, and has assisted with scientific, paranormal investigations. Support Courtney!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liminal.librarian/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=88249154&utm_source=recently-visited-campaignsFor Tickets to Midwest BooFESTTickets: https://www.ravensrooststore.com/product/midwest-boofest-admission/3587Digital Tickets: https://www.ravensrooststore.com/product/midwest-boofest-digital-admission/3930?si=trueInternet Archive: https://archive.org/Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 24: The One With a Haunted Voicemail

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 81:33


    Let us infiltrate your ear holes as we chat more about our NXIVM 3 parter, how much job interviews suck, and uncover the mystery of Rosie the Shark. Plus, don't miss our listener lore segment featuring a haunted voicemail that will send chills down your spine. Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    NXIVM: Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 101:49


    In this gripping third installment of our NXIVM series, we delve into the dark world of DOS, the secretive subgroup that enslaved women under the guise of female empowerment. Discover the harrowing stories of those who escaped and the relentless pursuit of justice that led to the downfall of Keith Raniere and his accomplices. Join us as we unravel the chilling end of NXIVM and the arrests that brought the cult to its knees.SourcesSeduced - Starz DocumentaryConsumers' Buyline - A Revisionist View by Raniere's Attorneys - 'Keith Was a Victim' of Walmart - Frank ReportNeuro-linguistic programming (NLP): Does it work? (medicalnewstoday.com)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keith_Ranierehttps://www.bustle.com/entertainment/nxivm-subgroups-jness-dos-society-of-protectors#:~:text=According%20to%20The%20New%20York,towards%20the%20women%20in%20NXIVM.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NXIVMhttps://www.nytimes.com/article/nxivm-timeline.htmlhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/the-vow-star-mark-vicente-on-the-horror-of-nxivm-4066759/https://nypost.com/article/how-keith-raniere-lured-women-sex-cult-nxivm/https://www.courthousenews.com/federal-judge-dashes-sex-cult-leader-keith-ranieres-latest-bid-for-new-trial/https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/nyregion/nxivm-cult-keith-raniere-sentenced.htmlhttps://www.lohud.com/story/news/local/rockland/2020/10/27/nxivm-founder-keith-raniere-childhood/6047275002/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NXIVMSupport the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Nxivm: Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 77:16


    In Part 2 of our NXIVM series, we delve into various subgroups in Nxivm like JNESS and Society of Protectors, exposing the underlying misogyny embedded in their teachings. We uncover the disturbing experiments conducted on women, revealing the manipulative tactics used to enforce gender roles and control members. Join us as we unravel the dark truths behind NXIVM's façade of self-improvement and empowerment. Stay tuned for Part 3! SourcesSeduced - Starz DocumentaryConsumers' Buyline - A Revisionist View by Raniere's Attorneys - 'Keith Was a Victim' of Walmart - Frank ReportNeuro-linguistic programming (NLP): Does it work? (medicalnewstoday.com)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keith_Ranierehttps://www.bustle.com/entertainment/nxivm-subgroups-jness-dos-society-of-protectors#:~:text=According%20to%20The%20New%20York,towards%20the%20women%20in%20NXIVM.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NXIVMhttps://www.nytimes.com/article/nxivm-timeline.htmlhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/the-vow-star-mark-vicente-on-the-horror-of-nxivm-4066759/https://nypost.com/article/how-keith-raniere-lured-women-sex-cult-nxivm/https://www.courthousenews.com/federal-judge-dashes-sex-cult-leader-keith-ranieres-latest-bid-for-new-trial/https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/nyregion/nxivm-cult-keith-raniere-sentenced.htmlhttps://www.lohud.com/story/news/local/rockland/2020/10/27/nxivm-founder-keith-raniere-childhood/6047275002/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NXIVMSupport the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    NXIVM: Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 95:33


     In this first part, we get into the early days of NXIVM, exploring the formative years of its founder, Keith Raniere. We'll examine the creation of the Executive Success Programs (ESP) and the pivotal role played by Nancy Salzman. Join us as we uncover the foundations of this controversial organization and the figures behind its inception. SourcesSeduced - Starz DocumentaryConsumers' Buyline - A Revisionist View by Raniere's Attorneys - 'Keith Was a Victim' of Walmart - Frank ReportNeuro-linguistic programming (NLP): Does it work? (medicalnewstoday.com)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keith_Ranierehttps://www.bustle.com/entertainment/nxivm-subgroups-jness-dos-society-of-protectors#:~:text=According%20to%20The%20New%20York,towards%20the%20women%20in%20NXIVM.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NXIVMSupport the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Cottingley Fairies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 84:08


    In this episode, Noelle regales us with the fascinating tale of the Cottingley Fairies, a series of photographs taken by two young girls in 1917 that purported to show real fairies. We explore the initial widespread belief in the images, fueled by prominent figures like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and the subsequent controversy and debunking that followed. Join us as we uncover the blend of innocence, imagination, and the human desire to believe in the extraordinary. Elaborate hoax? Or clever cover up? You decide.Sourceshttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-leeds-55187973https://www.historic-uk.com/CultureUK/The-Fairies-of-Cottingley/https://hoaxes.org/photo_database/image/the_cottingley_fairies/Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Strange Encounters with Steve Berg!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 79:58


    Strange Encounters is a monthly interview series hosted by Nic & No of the Quite Unusual Podcast. Each month we invite you to embark on a journey into uncharted realms along side us and our guests. Join us as we unravel the enigma of the unknown one conversation at a time. This month we chat to one of our favorite people of all time. The triple threat of the Midwest. He's an actor, a writer, a producer, you might know him from Idiot Sitter, Drunk History, as the sweet trolley driver from Don't Worry Darling and of course from his incredible podcast Hi, Strangeness. This is Steve Berg. Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Rendlesham Forest Incident

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 91:57


    This week, Nicole brings us the story of the mysterious Rendlesham Forest Incident, often dubbed "Britain's Roswell." Join us as we uncover the events of December 1980, when US Air Force personnel reported witnessing unexplained lights and a possible UFO landing near RAF Woodbridge. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of this captivating and controversial encounter that continues to baffle experts and enthusiasts alike.This episode is dedicated to Taylor Swift. Sourceshttps://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rendlesham_Forest_incidenthttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-suffolk-54649675.amphttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/films/0/britains-roswell-really-happened-rendlesham-forest-ufo-incident/https://www.history.co.uk/articles/what-happened-at-the-rendelsham-forest-incident-britain-s-answer-to-roswell https://interestingengineering.com/culture/21-facts-about-the-unresolved-ufo-incident-at-rendlesham-foresthttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/rendlesham-forest-ufo-sighting-new-6061129?int_source=amp_continue_reading&int_medium=amp&int_campaign=continue_reading_button#amp-readmore-targethttp://www.ianridpath.com/ufo/rendlesham.htmlhttps://www.therendleshamforestincident.com/2023/01/how-rendlesham-binary-code-message.htmlhttps://www.therendleshamforestincident.com/Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    2Quite 2Unscripted: It Delivers What It Promises

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 87:37


    We've been busy traveling,  but we're back and we're delivering what we promised! On this second Unscripted, 2Quite2Unscripted, we chat about our time at Tombstone Paracon, The Beltane Bash, the upcoming Midwest Boofest, a lovely paranormal listener story from Joshua Dairen, and a whole lot of d*ck jokes.Support the Show.Hit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 22: A Bone Pickin' Good Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 87:21


    The Big C*nty CouchHosts That Girl Gina & Mike Fails invite queers and peers to...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Mermaids & Sirens

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 92:23


    Noelle explores the captivating myths and legends surrounding mermaids and sirens, creatures that have fascinated cultures around the world for centuries. Dive into their origins and the enduring allure that continues to enchant sailors, poets, and dreamers alike. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of these mythical sea beings and delve into the fascinating intersection of myth and reality.Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Lake Lanier

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 89:41


    Nicole brings us the eerie mysteries surrounding Georgia's haunted Lake Lanier, where countless chilling tales of ghostly encounters and unexplained phenomena have emerged over the years. Explore the haunting history of Oscarville, a once thriving Black community submerged beneath the lake's waters, and uncover the tragic events and unsettling legends that continue to intrigue and unsettle visitors to this day. Don't miss this fascinating exploration of the supernatural and historical enigmas that shroud one of America's most haunted bodies of water.True Creeps: True Crime, Ghost Stories, Cryptids, Horrors in History & Spooky StoriesCome creep with us! We've got well-researched gruesome, bizarre, true stories!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Tillie Klimek

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 80:48


    We bring the story of Tillie Klimek, a notorious hometown serial killer from Chicago. Operating in the early 20th century, Klimek's dark deeds involved poisoning her husbands and others close to her for financial gain. Join us as we uncover the haunting details of her crimes.Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 21: The Foodfather

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 79:55


    This week on the Unscripted, we talk about a whole arm transplant, cryonic body freezing, Disney channel originals, the internets latest conspiracy theories, and we have AI rewrite cinematic masterpieces using a taco and grilled cheese as the main characters. Trust us when we say listening to this one, is an offer you can't refuse. Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    The Haunted Congress Plaza Hotel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 87:48


    This week Nicole brings us some hometown ghost stories about the historic Congress Plaza Hotel, a landmark in Chicago known for its grandeur and mystique. Built in 1893, this iconic hotel has witnessed a myriad of historical events, yet, beneath its elegant façade lies a chilling secret - countless reports of paranormal activity. From ghostly apparitions to unexplained phenomena, this hotel is a hotspot for supernatural enthusiasts and historians alike. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of the Congress Hotel's past and unravel the mysteries that haunt its halls to this day.Sourceshttps://windycityghosts.com/congress-plaza-hotel/https://ghostcitytours.com/chicago/haunted-chicago/congress-plaza-hotel/https://www.rent.com/blog/most-haunted-places-in-chicago/https://www.choosechicago.com/blog/chicagos-most-haunted-hotels/ https://hotelchantelle.com/which-room-in-the-congress-plaza-hotel-in-chicago-is-thought-to-be-the-most-haunted/https://hotelchantelle.com/which-room-in-the-congress-plaza-hotel-in-chicago-is-thought-to-be-the-most-haunted/ https://patch.com/illinois/chicago/4-famous-ghost-stories-most-haunted-hotel-illinoishttps://dementedmittentours.com/blog/room-441-chicagos-most-haunted/ https://horrorobsessive.com/2021/11/30/welcome-to-the-congress-plaza-hotel/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Congress_Plaza_Hotel https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World%27s_Columbian_Expositionhttps://thehauntedplaces.com/sealed-room-1252-on-congress-plaza-hotel-12th-floor/ https://www.americanghostwalks.com/articles/the-king-of-haunted-chicago-ghosts-of-the-congressSupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Nutty Putty Cave

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 74:47


    Explore the haunting tale of Nutty Putty Cave and the tragic death of John Jones in this panic inducing episode. Journey deep into the subterranean labyrinth of Utah's famed cave system as we unravel the harrowing events leading to Jones' entrapment. Sourceshttps://cavehaven.com/nutty-putty-cave-accident/https://allthatsinteresting.com/nutty-putty-cavehttps://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna34157005https://science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/earth/geology/nutty-putty-cave.htm?srch_tag=6lxzrs2374zw5kvfrtotmcyyodwutyhj https://www.sltrib.com/news/2018/07/10/nutty-putty-were-going/  Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Dennis Nilsen: Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 86:15


    Join us on this chilling episode as we continue into the twisted mind of Dennis Nilsen, a notorious Scottish serial killer who murdered at least 12 young men in London between 1978 and 1983. We'll explore the psychology behind Nilsen's gruesome acts, examining themes of isolation, necrophilia, and the complexities of human desire. Sources Dennis Nilsen - Conversations with Britain's most evil serial killer by Russ Coffeyhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549867/#:~:text=Rigor%20mortis%20generally%20disappears%2036,phase%20known%20as%20secondary%20flaccidity.&text=The%20late%20post%2Dmortem%20phase,formation%2C%20mummification%2C%20or%20skeletonization.https://www.sinisterisles.com/post/dennis-nilsen-bleep-what-happened-des-dog https://www.bihr.org.uk/get-informed/what-rights-do-i-have/abolition-of-the-death-penalty#:~:text=The%20Human%20Rights%20Act%20formally,peacetime%20and%20times%20of%20conflict.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Nilsenhttps://www.sinisterisles.com/post/dennis-nilsen-bleep-what-happened-des-dogSupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Strange Encounters: with Darcy Staniforth

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 85:37


    Strange Encounters is a monthly interview series hosted by Nic & No of the Quite Unusual Podcast. Each month we invite you to embark on a journey into uncharted realms along side us and our guests. Join us as we unravel the enigma of the unknown one conversation at a time. This week we're chatting with our spooky bestie and all around Slam Piece, Darcy Staniforth. Darcy is an academic writer, performer and paranormal investigator who currently resides in a haunted house. We discuss The Kellogg House where Darcy gives paranormal tours, family ghost stories, The West Memphis Three and a plethora of other possibilities await.Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Dennis Nilsen: Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 69:17


    In the first part, we examine the upbringing of Dennis Nilsen, exploring the formative experiences that shaped his psyche long before his descent into MURDER. Unravel the complex layers of Nilsen's early life, tracing the roots of his later heinous actions amidst the backdrop of post-war Scotland. Stay tuned for part 2 next week!Sources Dennis Nilsen - Conversations with Britain's most evil serial killer by Russ Coffeyhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549867/#:~:text=Rigor%20mortis%20generally%20disappears%2036,phase%20known%20as%20secondary%20flaccidity.&text=The%20late%20post%2Dmortem%20phase,formation%2C%20mummification%2C%20or%20skeletonization.https://www.sinisterisles.com/post/dennis-nilsen-bleep-what-happened-des-dog https://www.bihr.org.uk/get-informed/what-rights-do-i-have/abolition-of-the-death-penalty#:~:text=The%20Human%20Rights%20Act%20formally,peacetime%20and%20times%20of%20conflict.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_Nilsenhttps://www.sinisterisles.com/post/dennis-nilsen-bleep-what-happened-des-dogSupport the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Quite Unscripted 20: Penile Velocity

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 72:18


    This week we're chatting about bags full of human hair, Dads not suing each other like they used to and a thing Jared Leto did? Listen to hear us debate how much Botox a penis needs and what velocity it gains from said Botox. Oh yeah, and a listener lore and what we've watched recently. Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

    Spontaneous Human Combustion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 62:59


    This week we're diving into the mysterious phenomenon of spontaneous human combustion. Explore the perplexing cases where individuals seemingly burst into flames without any apparent external ignition source, leaving investigators and scientists baffled. From historical accounts to modern-day mysteries, we unravel the enigma surrounding spontaneous human combustion and attempt to uncover the science, theories, and eerie tales that surround this perplexing phenomenon.Sources https://www.britannica.com/story/is-spontaneous-human-combustion-realhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22269823/https://www.livescience.com/42080-spontaneous-human-combustion.htmlhttps://web.archive.org/web/20130510231220/http://www.mcri.org/CMSuploads/Brian%20J.%20Ford%20-%20Solving%20the%20Mystery%20of%20Spontaneous%20Human%20Combustion-85047.pdf https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/unexplained-phenomena/shc.htm?srch_tag=z6lajcsfo7gookw52s6dnjjg7sr53r6g https://www.irishtimes.com/news/science/explanation-overdue-for-combustion-of-humans-1.628038 Support the showHit us up on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiteUnusualPod/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1349829115227754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiteunusualpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quiteunusualpodSend us your Listener Lore!Send us an email: quiteunusualpod@gmail.com Wanna send us something spooky?P.O. Box 1212Des Plaines, IL, 60017

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