Podcasts about mass hysteria

From mewing nuns to phantom slashers, history is filled with bizarre outbreaks of collective hysteria—many of which disproportionately affected or were led by women. In this episode, Stauney and Sadie unravel the eerie stories of mass panics throughout history: the frenzied dancers of the Middle Ages, the trembling hands of school girls, the unseen gassers that struck fear into entire towns, and the contagious laughter that spread like wildfire through a Tanzanian school. What do these strange episodes tell us about society's perception of women, their emotions, and their bodies? And how have they shaped the way we talk about “female hysteria” today? Tune in as we dissect the psychology, the stigma, and the lasting impact of these mysterious and unsettling events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1954, hundreds of Glasgow schoolchildren armed with makeshift weapons stormed the Southern Necropolis, hunting a towering, iron-toothed vampire they believed had already claimed two victims.IN THIS EPISODE: What caused hundreds of Scottish children in the 1950s to suddenly become vampire hunters? (The Gorbals Vampire) *** Over the years, from ancient to more modern times there have been a number of incredible cases of mass hysteria. Some are so unbelievable it's difficult to understand how they happened at all. (Ancient Cases of Mass Hysteria) *** Zachary Davis had a history of mental disturbance, but no one could have predicted the horrors he was truly capable of. (The Disturbing Story of Zachary Davis) *** When poor travelers are found dead in the frozen winter, could it be that there is something more to their story? Could they have been killed not by the cold, but by a demon of the snow? (Demon of the Snow) *** Southwest of Tombstone, Arizona are the remains of a simple adobe cabin nicknamed ‘the bloodiest cabin in Arizona'. (Brunkow's Cabin) *** Oscar Beckwith was a hermit who lived in the woods, in a small, squalid shack with no furnishings but a bunk, two stools, and a stove… on which he cooked human flesh. (The Cannibal of Austerlitz)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Lead-In00:01:20.713 = Show Open00:03:31.278 = The Gorbals Vampire00:08:12.804 = Ancient Cases of Mass Hysteria00:23:53.056 = The Disturbing Story of Zachary Davis00:32:11.339 = Demon of the Snow00:37:50.322 = Brunkow's Cabin00:42:31.632 = The Cannibal of Austerlitz00:48:01.494 = Show Close, Verse, and Final ThoughtSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…Episode Page at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/GorbalsVampire“The Gorbals Vampire” by Cynthia McKanzie for Message to Eagle: (link no longer valid)“Ancient Cases of Mass Hysteria” posted at Ancient Pages: http://bit.ly/2Iw12SX“The Disturbing Story of Zachary Davis” by William DeLong for All That's Interesting: http://bit.ly/2UOxLd6“Demon of the Snow” by A. Sutherland for Ancient Pages: http://bit.ly/2UlTX97“Brunkow's Cabin” by Amanda Penn: http://bit.ly/2GojnOB“The Cannibal of Austerlitz” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: http://bit.ly/2ZjADwV=====Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TV=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: January, 2019

The day has finally come. The impossible has been made possible. Dogs and cats are living together. MASS HYSTERIA! John Cena, the constant of wrestling became a heel for the first time in 23 years! It's such a huge piece of news that we had to create a separate bumper news episode for this occasion. This is part of a special two episode release this week, so stay tuned for your regular programming later this week!

Beginning in 2016, diplomats at the US Embassy in Havana started reporting strange concussion-like symptoms, even though they hadn't taken a blow to the head. Some claimed they'd been the victim of a mysterious “sonic weapon”, aimed at them from somewhere outside and accompanied by a loud, high-pitched noise. Several scientific papers followed that appeared to confirm they'd been attacked. In this episode of The Studies Show, Tom and Stuart tell the whole story of Havana Syndrome, and dare to touch on the highly controversial theory that the symptoms might've been the result of mass hysteria (or as it's now known, “mass psychogenic illness”).The Studies Show is brought to you by Works in Progress magazine. Their Substack is full of shorter articles that highlight apects of science and technology you might never have considered. This week: the surprising story of “The Prophet of Parking”. You can find that any all of their shorter items at worksinprogress.news.Show notes* The most recent (January 2025) development in the story of Havana Syndrome* Stuart's New Statesman article on Havana Syndrome from 2021* Long and detailed ProPublica article from 2018* Wikipedia articles on the LRAD and the Active Denial System* NY Times article from around the time, about the Trump administration's reaction to the “attacks”* US Senate hearings on the “attacks” led by Marco Rubio* Initial 2018 JAMA article with cognitive and other tests* Response letters 1, 2, and 3 (“cognitive impairments everybody has”)* 2019 JAMA article on brain imaging results* Stuart's 2015 study on brain imaging in ageing* Entomologists report on the similarity of the recorded sound to that of a cricket* Declassified US report that agrees* A history of mass psychogenic illness* BBC article on “The Bristol Hum”* Guardian article on the bizarre phenomenon of Morgellon's Syndrome* Article arguing that critics of the “mass psychogenic illness” theory have misunderstood the condition* 2020 National Academy of Sciences report* Putin bragging about high-tech Russian weaponsCreditsThe Studies Show is produced by Julian Mayers at Yada Yada Productions. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thestudiesshowpod.com/subscribe

On the night of February 24-25, 1942, air raid sirens wailed over Los Angeles as the military unleashed a storm of anti-aircraft fire at an unidentified object in the sky. Was it an enemy attack, a UFO encounter, or the greatest military blunder in history? Eyewitnesses reported a massive, glowing craft hovering over the city—yet the government insists there was nothing there. Were they covering up something much bigger? Join us as we dive deep into one of the most mysterious wartime events in U.S. history and uncover the shocking possibilities.Connect with The Conspiracy Files Podcast:

Is demonic possession real, or is there a hidden explanation behind these terrifying cases? From chilling exorcisms to spine-tingling encounters, we dive deep into the most shocking stories of alleged possessions. Are supernatural forces at play, or is there a logical truth behind the horror? Join us as we uncover the dark secrets behind demonic possession in this gripping episode of Conspiracy Files.Connect with The Conspiracy Files Podcast:

durée : 00:27:54 - Les Midis de Culture - par : Marie Labory - Au programme du débat critique, des expositions : "Laia Abril : On mass hysteria / Une histoire de la misogynie" au BAL et "La photographie à tout prix. Une année de prix photographiques" à la Bibliothèque nationale de France. - réalisation : Laurence Malonda - invités : Sally Bonn Maître de conférence en esthétique à l'Université Picardie Jules Verne, auteure, critique d'art et commissaire d'exposition.; Philippe Azoury Journaliste, critique et auteur

The dancing epidemic, The Mad Gasser of Mattoon, and The Meowing Nuns! Are all these examples of mass hysteria? This week's brews are SLO Brew's A-SLO-Ha Blood Orange and Blanton's Single Barrell Bourbon. 

Halley's Comet Panic of 1910 Episode Description: In this episode, we dive into the chaos surrounding the 1910 return of Halley's Comet—a celestial event that sent shockwaves of fear across the globe. Fueled by sensationalist headlines, scientific misunderstandings, and deeply rooted superstitions, the comet's approach sparked wild reactions, from mass prayer vigils to bizarre survival plans. We'll explore how the public's imagination ran wild, the opportunists who profited from the fear, and how the event became the blueprint for modern apocalyptic conspiracies. Episode Highlights: Historical Fears of Comets: Ancient civilizations viewed comets as omens of doom, often linked to death, war, and disaster. The Romans, Napoleon, and medieval societies all held deep fears of “bearded stars.” The Cyanogen Panic: Reports that Earth would pass through the comet's cyanogen gas tail led to fears of mass poisoning. Scientists tried to calm the public, but many people believed they needed protection. Mass Hysteria and Strange Reactions: People bought gas masks, anti-comet pills, and even makeshift oxygen tanks. Some built underground shelters, while others threw lavish comet-watching parties. In Oklahoma, a religious cult planned a human sacrifice to “ward off” the apocalypse. Media Sensationalism: Newspapers hyped the comet as a cosmic disaster, stoking public fear. Emerging mass media helped embed the event in popular culture, turning it into legend. Fringe Beliefs and Modern Parallels: Fringe groups believed the comet would magnetically disrupt human behavior and cause mass hysteria. These fears laid the groundwork for future cosmic panics and conspiracy theories. Don't Miss the Craziest Stories! We'll close out with the most outrageous and bizarre claims from the 1910 comet panic—from "comet insurance policies" to alleged comet-proof inventions. This is history at its weirdest!

Host Neal Lynch regales the region with the most intriguing stories from his personal life and reacts to the most searched queries in the United States in the most chivalrous month of the year in this episode of the Giant Mess podcast. Topics include: Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton Joker 2 and Smile 2 McDonald's E. Coli outbreak SpongeBob Squarepants 25th Anniversary From (horror TV show on MGM+, which is a real streaming service) Teacup and Hysteria on Peacock Agatha All Along on Disney Plus Fall Family Fun at Terhune Orchards Halloween costumes (Sparks Fly!) and pumpkin carving ('memba Beetlejuice / Betelgeuse?) Funny Stories from Giant Mess Podcast -  https://bit.ly/GiantMessFunnyStories   ABOUT NEAL LYNCH: I'm an Irish-Italian-American who graduated from 1) a Catholic high school (even though I'm not Catholic), and 2) a college known for producing doctors and lacrosse players, then became neither. I was a former 4th string college quarterback and middle relief pitcher who thought an overpriced film and media studies degree was a smart choice. Now, I'm a single dad who likes to blog, vlog, podcast, write, edit, optimize, strategize, and over-analyze.   ABOUT "GIANT MESS": "Giant Mess" is a sloppy sports and entertainment podcast hosted by a giant mess, the Real Cinch Neal Lynch. Neal's a single dad who loves to talk New York Giants football, Mets baseball, movies, TV shows, and comedy. The podcast has movie reviews, tv show recaps and reactions, post-game analysis, predictions, and funny stories about life. Subscribe to Giant Mess on YouTube: https://bit.ly/GiantMessYT  Follow me on: * Link Tree - https://linktr.ee/neallynch   * My Official Blog - http://bit.ly/neallynchBLOG  * Giant Mess Facebook Page - http://bit.ly/GiantMessFB     * Twitter - http://bit.ly/NealLynchTW      * Personal Instagram - http://bit.ly/NealLynchIG     * Giant Mess Instagram - https://bit.ly/GiantMessInstagram   * Subscribe to Giant Mess on Apple Podcasts - http://bit.ly/GiantMessApple   * Subscribe to Giant Mess on Spotify - http://bit.ly/GiantMessSpotify 

Something mysterious has been going down in New Jersey this week…but it's NOT drones. It's that thousands of people are looking at airplanes in the night sky and thinking they see UFOs. What causes mass delusions like this wave of now mostly debunked drone sightings? In this concluding episode of How We Got Here, Max and Erin share four stories of famous mass hysterias and talk to William Bernstein, an author who writes about the science of mass delusions and why they happen.

Starting on November 18 of 2024, people in New Jersey started reporting mysterious SUV-sized drones flying over. They were seen over Trump's Bedminster Golf Club, NJ's Picatinny Arsenal, Naval Weapons Station Earle, and city streets. In this episode, we update you on the latest about these drones and present a special DOUBLE FEATURE rewind from two past stories that the drone sightings have us thinking about.  The Battle of Los Angeles: Real Bullets & Imaginary Targets Episode Originally Released Jan 17, 2022 On February 25, 1942, the sky erupted with gunfire and anti-aircraft rounds. The ground-to-air assault went on for an hour, and the intended target was an invading Japanese air attack. But there was no enemy. The entire thing was a huge false alarm. It became known as the Battle of Los Angeles. In this episode, we tell the story about the air raid and then talk with Magicians Meadow Perry And Daniel Greenwolf! Mass Hysteria and the War of the Worlds Episode Originally Released July 24, 2022 Did a radio broadcast about Aliens cause mass Hysteria in America in 1938? The Internet Says...maybe. Orson Welles's radio performance of H.G. Wells's War of the Worlds has become infamous as causing panic throughout the U.S. when people thought it was a real news report. But is the story overblown? In this episode, we talk about the radio play and its reception. Then we play the quick quiz with Jethro and Matt from the Drunkard's Walk Podcast! Review this podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-internet-says-it-s-true/id1530853589 Bonus episodes and content available at http://Patreon.com/MichaelKent For special discounts and links to our sponsors, visit http://theinternetsaysitstrue.com/deals

As much as we may 'want to believe', it's probably just the US govt lying again! This week on NewsReal, we discuss the spate of 'UFO-drone' videos and reports coming out of the US Northeast, primarily over the state of New Jersey. Is this a classic 'UFO flap'? Or are the flashing lights and 'plane-like' design of these 'UFOs' pointing to man-made origins? The US govt is being very coy about the phenomenon, so for now Joe & Niall are going with 'US military test'... In the second hour...

French rock and metal have been gaining prominence on the world stage. From Grammy-nominated Gojira playing the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics to the country being home to one of the world's biggest Metal festivals, it's no surprise France has finally launched an official Rock and Metal chart. Arts24 looks at how the genre gained popularity with heavy metal band Mass Hysteria's bass player Jamie Ryan.

Episode 5 of Crook County and things are just as corrupt as ever. Human sacrifices, cats and dogs living together...it's anarchy..Mass Hysteria!

William Friedkin's film The Exorcist terrified audiences upon its release in 1973. They fainted, vomited, and went into hysterics in the theaters. Some overwhelmed viewers left early, only to return the next day, buying another ticket to see if they could make it to the end. But the story behind The Exorcist is just as compelling as the story on the screen. The film's production was marred by tragedy and the unpredictable behavior of its volatile director. The novel the film was based on became a best seller largely by happenstance. And the events that inspired the novel were so horrific and shameful that one man would spend his entire life trying to keep them a secret. To see the full list of contributors, see the show notes at www.disgracelandpod.com. The Exorcist is certainly one of the scariest movies and books ever created. What is the scariest book you've ever read? Let Jake know at 617-906-6638, disgracelandpod@gmail.com, or on socials @disgracelandpod. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to a monthly exclusive episode, weekly bonus content and more, become a Disgraceland All Access member at disgracelandpod.com/membership. Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - GET THE NEWSLETTER Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: Instagram YouTube X (formerly Twitter)  Facebook Fan Group TikTok Check out Kikoff: https://getkikoff.com/DISGRACELAND Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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We're back to unravel more of the bizarre and baffling world of Mass Psychogenic Illness. Buckle up as we dive into three wild case studies that will make you question what's real and what's all in your head!First, we explore the Tanganyika laughter epidemic, where an entire village couldn't stop laughing for months—no joke! Then, we head to Delhi to investigate the mysterious Monkey Man, a creature that terrorized the city and sparked a wave of hysteria. Finally, we dig into the eerie tale of the Mad Gasser of Mattoon, who had a whole town convinced they were under attack by an invisible gas-wielding villain.Are these stories just examples of mass hysteria, or is there something more sinister at play? Tune in to hear us break down the facts, the myths, and everything in between!

The dynamic duo of Donald Trump and JD Vance continue to spread falsehoods about Haitian asylum-seekers in Springfield, Ohio, making meals out of the pets of residents there. Florida state representative Dotie Joseph tells Billy Corben how these lies are affecting the Haitians living in the United States as a whole. Also: We have Sam Stein from The Bulwark to talk about the hot mess that is Laura Loomer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us as we discuss cases of Mass Hysteria! Written by: Tim Scott Hosted by: Brandy Herrmann, Chuck Walters, Leanne Scott and Tim Scott Produced by: Leanne Scott Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we discuss a popular interview question, mass hysteria and foreshadow future episodes. Enjoy!

Wait, what's happening? An episode on an off week? And on a WEDNESDAY?!? It's fire and brimstone coming down from the skies! Rivers and seas boiling! Forty years of darkness! Earthquakes! Volcanoes! The dead rising from the grave! Human sacrifice, dogs and cats living together...MASS HYSTERIA! Actually, Scotty and Amelia have just decided they can't get enough of talking to each other on microphone...and that means talking to y'all, of course. So on the weeks where they're not doing a main episode, they've decided to keep the conversation going. About what, they don't exactly know. Trust them; they'll figure it out. Probably. So welcome to the first episode of The Weirdest Thing...POCKET SIZE! Consider these episodes a little research-lite pop-culture nugget to help get you through the rest of your week. Movies, music, TV, trivia, whatever subject they'll feel like yakking about on any given Wednesday, they'll be bringing it right to your earholes. This week, Scotty's here to tell you about his top 5 favorite romantic comedies. See? It's not all murders and monsters with that guy (all right, all right..."The Princess Bride" DOES have the Rats of Unusual Size). Enjoy!

Abby and Patrick welcome Dan Taberski, creator of the brand-new podcast series Hysterical. They explore the genesis of the series and the challenges and rewards of confronting both the history and the present of “the H-word.” Tracking the trajectories of this famously “elusive neurosis,” Hysterical looks to episodes from colonial America to Belle Epoque Paris to modern-day Iran, and tracks the stories of people from high school students in upstate New York to a prosecutor in Ohio to former CIA agents. How does the documentary balance the different senses of “hysteria” and being “hysterical” as concepts in the history of medicine, as labels used to stigmatize and dismiss suffering, and as a clarifying term for understanding contemporary events? What is ultimately diagnosable as “real” in the brain, in our genes, or according to the DSM – and how do we square those supposed answers with our personal narratives, beliefs, and certainties? In what ways do the individual symptoms of “conversion disorders” reflect underlying social conditions? And how do moral panics and fits of “mass hysteria” reveal hierarchies of gender, race, vulnerability, and power? Taberski tells us about what it was like to interview such a wide range of subjects, and how the show worked to put their stories and personal feelings about “the H-word” into dialogue with interpretations by doctors, sociologists, psychoanalysts, and pundits. Plus: secondary gain, the idea of “evenly hovering attention,” the ethics of leaning into messiness, and the psychoanalytically provocative aspects of podcasting.You can listen to Hysterical anywhere you get your podcasts; more details are here: https://wondery.com/shows/hysterical/A podcast about psychoanalysis, politics, pop culture, and the ways we suffer now. New episodes on Saturdays. Follow us on social media:  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/OrdinaryUnhappiness Twitter: @UnhappinessPod Instagram: @OrdinaryUnhappiness Patreon: patreon.com/OrdinaryUnhappiness Theme song: Formal Chicken - Gnossienne No. 1 https://open.spotify.com/album/2MIIYnbyLqriV3vrpUTxxO Provided by Fruits Music

Join Suz and Rob this week while they look at the phenomenon that is Mass Hysteria! We look at everything from a laughing pandemic all the way to an imagined invasion of England by Irish troops! All our links here - https://www.linktr.ee/spookyafMusic: Dank Halloween by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Urban legends are not just mysterious, they are terrifying. But, the history behind them is sometimes much darker than the paranormal lore that gave these stories and creatures their fame. From the Bunny man to Faeries and even Bloody Mary, Kelsey and Pamela spent five epsidoes tracking down the truth behind each myth. While some were harder to come find than others, there was only one stone left unturned. What does science have to say about these tales? For this season's Pyshcology with Pam episode, she deep dives into the pyschological diagnosis of Mass Hsyteria and how the phenomenon could infleunce different Urban Legends.  FOLLOW US ON OUR SOCIALS:YOUTUBE INSTAGRAMBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/haunted-detective--6251382/support.

“Hysteria” is an ancient word carrying thousands of years of baggage. Though the terminology has changed, hysteria has not gone away, and in its most baffling instances it can even be contagious. The idea of a mass psychogenic illness can be hard to wrap your head around. A group of people begins experiencing physical symptoms, because of something that started in one of their minds? In today's episode Dan Taberski, the host of Hysterical, a new podcast about mass hysteria, walks us through the past and present of this phenomenon, why it's so stigmatized, and why it shouldn't be. This episode was written by Evan Chung and Willa Paskin and produced by Evan. We produce Decoder Ring with Katie Shepherd and Max Freedman and with help from Sofie Kodner. Derek John is Executive Producer. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Marialexa Kavanaugh and Alexandra Anderson. If you haven't please yet, subscribe and rate our feed in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. And even better, tell your friends. If you're a fan of the show, we'd love for you to sign up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to listen to Decoder Ring and every other Slate podcast without any ads. You also get unlimited access to Slate's website. Member support is crucial to our work. So please go to slate.com/decoderplus to join Slate Plus today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Hysteria” is an ancient word carrying thousands of years of baggage. Though the terminology has changed, hysteria has not gone away, and in its most baffling instances it can even be contagious. The idea of a mass psychogenic illness can be hard to wrap your head around. A group of people begins experiencing physical symptoms, because of something that started in one of their minds? In today's episode Dan Taberski, the host of Hysterical, a new podcast about mass hysteria, walks us through the past and present of this phenomenon, why it's so stigmatized, and why it shouldn't be. This episode was written by Evan Chung and Willa Paskin and produced by Evan. We produce Decoder Ring with Katie Shepherd and Max Freedman and with help from Sofie Kodner. Derek John is Executive Producer. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Marialexa Kavanaugh and Alexandra Anderson. If you haven't please yet, subscribe and rate our feed in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. And even better, tell your friends. If you're a fan of the show, we'd love for you to sign up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to listen to Decoder Ring and every other Slate podcast without any ads. You also get unlimited access to Slate's website. Member support is crucial to our work. So please go to slate.com/decoderplus to join Slate Plus today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Hysteria” is an ancient word carrying thousands of years of baggage. Though the terminology has changed, hysteria has not gone away, and in its most baffling instances it can even be contagious. The idea of a mass psychogenic illness can be hard to wrap your head around. A group of people begins experiencing physical symptoms, because of something that started in one of their minds? In today's episode Dan Taberski, the host of Hysterical, a new podcast about mass hysteria, walks us through the past and present of this phenomenon, why it's so stigmatized, and why it shouldn't be. This episode was written by Evan Chung and Willa Paskin and produced by Evan. We produce Decoder Ring with Katie Shepherd and Max Freedman and with help from Sofie Kodner. Derek John is Executive Producer. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Marialexa Kavanaugh and Alexandra Anderson. If you haven't please yet, subscribe and rate our feed in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. And even better, tell your friends. If you're a fan of the show, we'd love for you to sign up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to listen to Decoder Ring and every other Slate podcast without any ads. You also get unlimited access to Slate's website. Member support is crucial to our work. So please go to slate.com/decoderplus to join Slate Plus today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Hysteria” is an ancient word carrying thousands of years of baggage. Though the terminology has changed, hysteria has not gone away, and in its most baffling instances it can even be contagious. The idea of a mass psychogenic illness can be hard to wrap your head around. A group of people begins experiencing physical symptoms, because of something that started in one of their minds? In today's episode Dan Taberski, the host of Hysterical, a new podcast about mass hysteria, walks us through the past and present of this phenomenon, why it's so stigmatized, and why it shouldn't be. This episode was written by Evan Chung and Willa Paskin and produced by Evan. We produce Decoder Ring with Katie Shepherd and Max Freedman and with help from Sofie Kodner. Derek John is Executive Producer. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director. Special thanks to Marialexa Kavanaugh and Alexandra Anderson. If you haven't please yet, subscribe and rate our feed in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. And even better, tell your friends. If you're a fan of the show, we'd love for you to sign up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to listen to Decoder Ring and every other Slate podcast without any ads. You also get unlimited access to Slate's website. Member support is crucial to our work. So please go to slate.com/decoderplus to join Slate Plus today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a Text Message.Join Gav and I for episode 86 as we discuss The Mad Gasser of Mattoon! A series of civilian gas attacks that left people nauseous and temporarily paralysed, was it the work of a disgruntled chemistry teacher, someone taking advantage of the decrease in police force due to WW2 or just a case of mass hysteria? We'll also discuss ‘Ether Eddie' and the 2014 gas attack at Fur FestSupport the Show.Eldrich issue 2:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tjcampbell/eldritch-lust-2-sex-tentacles-and-cosmic-horror?ref=ksr_email_mktg_auto_user_new_project_from_creator_youve_backedDeadbolt films Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheDeadBoltFilmsFOXIES FANTASTIC FABRICATIONS: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057588545294THE PODCAST ON HAUNTED HILL: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-podcast-on-haunted-hill/id1038613969

Show #2203 Show Notes: John Lennon – Mind Games: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJ64Nnft6Zo 2 Corinthians 10: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+corinthians+10&version=KJV What is Mass Hysteria: https://www.verywellmind.com/understanding-groupthink-2671595 Stop World Control: https://stopworldcontrol.com/ Trump and Vaccines: https://stopworldcontrol.com/trumpvaccines/ Dave Daubenmire, a veteran 35 year high school […]

After defeating a hag and narrowly escaping death the party returns to the city...   Gain access to an exclusive campaign, Shroud Over Saltmarsh, over on Patreon: https://legendsofavantris.com/patreon The Crooked Moon, a folk horror supplement for 5e, is available for preorder! Get the Crooked Moon at: https://thecrookedmoon.com/ Watch more D&D adventures in the world of Avantris live on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/legendsofavantris Check out our merch store: https://shop.legendsofavantris.com  Join our community on Discord: https://legendsofavantris.com/discord Watch our many campaigns on YouTube: https://legendsofavantris.com/youtube  All other links: https://linktr.ee/legendsofavantris   Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/r3bZGZ9VcS8?si=Ca_8VuZc5WYb6Qjk

249# Mass hysteria | The pendle witches trial

Strange sightings have been reported in the sky throughout history. After the Second World War, however, the appearance of UFOs became prominent in culture. Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Carl Jung studied the UFO phenomenon for more than a decade until his death in 1961. He wrote a book entitled Flying Saucers: A Modern Myth of Things Seen in the Skies, where he saw UFOs as a living myth for modern man, stating that we have the golden opportunity of seeing how a legend is formed, and how in a difficult and dark time for humanity a miraculous tale grows up of an attempted intervention by superior or “heavenly” beings. Jung's field of interest is the human reaction to the phenomena, an effort to understand the complex working of our interior life, as this is revealed through the UFO phenomenon. UFOs are visionary rumours whose basis is an emotional tension having its cause in a situation of collective distress or danger, or in a vital psychic need – shedding light on the psychic compensation of the collective fear weighing on our hearts. UFOs have become a saviour myth, as we have projected on them a hope, an expectation. They express the symbol of totality represented by the mandala, the archetype of the Self, whose chief role is in uniting apparently irreconcilable opposites and is therefore best suited to compensate the split-mindedness of our age, bringing order and regulation to chaotic states.

278 MASS HYSTERIA!Eric gets it in both ends, and the gang talks about flicks with mass hysteria scenes.Also discussed: Hitman, Dark Matter, Enter Three Dragons.Support the Show.

Mattie is once again joined by Gary of the Backyard Superheroes. As is customary of his appearances they talk quite a bit about toys, cartoons, comics and the ilk. But fret not as we do discuss our favorite ska releases of the year thus far including some album called Mass Hysteria. Plus the introduction of quiet time and the rise of the Ska Chef.

This week Backyard Superheroes join us to discuss their new album. Tam, Shelly, Brian and Gary break down the song writing, recording and art work for their new album, Mass Hysteria. The album drops Friday, June 28th. Lastly, we give you some ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Backyard Superheroes:  https://backyardsuperheroes.square.site/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaapXvQRe8rTSmwMaS8X9eieNOf66Z9s4zqJ0e-34oCsAU8pYri2cC1buLg_aem_Imqv0eSOkiZGiPipbZ8YrQ On The Upbeat: ontheupbeatska.com  •Ska News -Suburban Legends On June 14 Suburban Legends released their cover of Darkwing Duck. https://open.spotify.com/track/2cgWfcWY32wA05is3Mypjt?si=O1JS39dxSri38bwqSUeA-Q The simulators On June 21 The Simulators released a new self titled album.  https://open.spotify.com/album/1wyVTWhwCr44DNj0cj2Kaj?si=qsjpTvdqSaeycw8nTmm98Q -Less Than Jake On June 20th, Less Than Jake released a new track called Broken Words. This new track from Ska Punk Legends Less Than Jake is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0HPNtnw8qhK0IAQlxMPNjB?si=-Zp-V9jVSySws97IIg8iEw Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music

The Kim B. Davis Show featuring Dr. Angela Celeste, a clinical, organizational, and forensically trained psychologist, President and Co-founder of A.M. May and Associates, Inc., President and founder of Celeste Productions, Inc., Past president of the Michigan Psychological Association Foundation Board, and of the Metro Detroit Association of Black Psychologist, Author, Musician, and Trustee of the MI Health Council discusses mass hysteria and delusion in American politics and how it is mentally draining and damaging to our moral psyche. We talk about how to make our interactions more productive and use critical thinking. Join the conversation.The Kim B. Davis Show is a conversational platform that engages issues around mental health, well-being, and political engagement. Support the Show.Thank you for tuning in to the Kim B. Davis Show. You can visit KimBDavis.com to learn more about me as an author and you can find me on FaceBook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, and LinkedIn. You can see this show on YouTube.com/KimberlyBatchelorDavis. Thank you again for your support and always remember, Be Magnificent.

Schools, according to camp fire stories shared amongst students, are one of the most haunted places on earth. What makes every school so haunted and is there any truth to it or are these stories merely cheap scares from over imaginative students trying to scare their friends? In this episode, join Eugene and Jon as they sift through the authentic first hand accounts from the hearsay, and bring you some of the most chilling, and perhaps nostalgic, classic encounters from your school days, only on Supernatural Confessions. Enjoy * Supernatural Confessions was created and produced by Eugene Tay. If you would like to support this channel, do consider backing us on ⁠Patreon⁠ [www.patreons.com/supernaturalconfessions]. Weekly featured confession videos are live shows are streamed on ⁠YouTube⁠ [www.youtube.com/supernaturalconfessions]. Merchandise available on our ⁠website⁠ [www.supernaturalconfessions.com]

IN THIS EPISODE: Nuns that meow like cats, people who can't stop laughing maniacally, an entire high school begins twitching… even the Salem witch trials. Just a few of the 8 cases of mass hysteria I'll be sharing with you. *** January 7, 1950, events began in what became one of the strangest disappearances of the middle twentieth century – the vanishing of a West Point cadet. *** Visitors to Calke Abbey have reported a strange atmosphere of sadness and foreboding and many have reported being scared by the sounds of a tin whistle. *** We've all heard of the Bermuda Triangle – but there are strange, anomalies worldwide – and one in Russia is known as the “M Triangle”. *** As far back as the 19th century, a hairy monster has been frightening guests of an Irish castle. *** When living in a home built in the 1800s, it might be expected to have something paranormal living with you.SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Whistling Ghost of Calke Abbey”: https://tinyurl.com/y53zgov3“The M-Triangle”: https://tinyurl.com/y582ymo6“Arkaim Anomalous Zone”: https://tinyurl.com/y465d3u7“Hairy Monster Frightening The Guests Of The Irish Castle”: https://tinyurl.com/y5gbnbx2“The Haunted Farmhouse”: https://tinyurl.com/yyncsbyo“8 Strange Cases of Mass Hysteria”: https://tinyurl.com/y6ja9ezo“The Vanished Cadet”: https://tinyurl.com/y4h8et3pWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: December 01, 2018CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/whistling-ghost-of-calke-abbey/

IN THIS EPISODE: At least 68 cases of sleepwalking murder have reached a courtroom, giving a jury the unenviable task of deciding whether a murder committed while asleep means criminal responsibility for the unfortunate sleepwalker. (Homicidal Sleepwalking) *** A man begins to see and experience strange things around the house as he cares for his elderly grandmother. 
(The Other Company) *** What does uncontrollable laughing, the Chupacabra, rampant crime, witch burnings, and dancing to exhaustion all have in common? They are all examples of what experts call “mass hysteria”. (Strange Stories of Mass Hysteria) *** Weirdo family member and U.S. veteran Joe Akins shares a personal experience with the paranormal and extraterrestrial! (UFO's & Demonic Shadow Figures) *** Another Weird Darkness fan, Mathew R., sent us a short story about what happened to him while visiting the Watseka Wonder House (The Watseka Wonder)YOUTUBE CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS…00:00:00.000 = Title Story Preview and Show Open00:02:45.956 = Homicidal Sleepwalking00:19:18.293 = The Other Company00:25:29.219 = Strange Stories of Mass Hysteria00:37:32.600 = UFOs and Demonic Shadow Figures00:40:40.653 = The Watseka Wonder00:44:35.213 = Show CloseSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Homicidal Sleepwalking” by Fiona Guy for Crime Traveller: http://bit.ly/2nhu93j“The Other Company” by Marc Eulo Boni for Ghost Attic: http://bit.ly/2lN5UcS“Strange Stories of Mass Hysteria” by Doug MacGowan for Historic Mysteries: http://bit.ly/2lIJ8mp“UFO's & Demonic Shadow Figures” by Joe Akins for Weird Darkness“The Watseka Wonder” by Troy Taylor for American Hauntings: http://bit.ly/2nOK1dE, with a short paragraph at the end from Weirdo family member Mathew R.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: August 22, 2018CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/homicidal-sleepwalking/

In this episode, Julie asks Savannah if she wants to chat about that often-misunderstood, a considered-fringed sub-culture called furries (or fur-dom, or the furry lifestyle). Why do people gravitate to the Furry culture? How did it start? What are the benefits and disadvantages within the community? Is it all fetish and sex? All of Julie's questions and queries are hopefully answered this episode. Come join us because it's going to be a wild ride! LINKS: https://www.webmd.com/sex/what-is-furry-sex ----- SAVANNAH HAUK is the author of “Living with Crossdressing: Defining a New Normal” and “Living with Crossdressing: Discovering your True Identity“. While both focus on the male-to-female (mtf) crossdresser, “Defining a New Normal” delves into crossdressing and relationships and “Discovering Your True Identity” looks at the individual crossdressing journey. Her latest achievements are two TEDx Talks, one entitled "Demystifying the Crossdressing Experience" and the other "13 Milliseconds: First Impressions of Gender Expression". Savannah is a male-to-female dual-gender crossdresser who is visible in the Upstate of South Carolina, active in local groups and advocating as a public speaker at LGBTQ+ conferences and workshops across the United States. At the moment, Savannah is working on more books, blogs, and projects focused on letting every crossdresser–young and mature–find their own confidence, expression, identity and voice. IG @savannahhauk | FB @savannahhauk | FB @livingwithcrossdressing | web @livingwithcrossdressing.com ------ JULIE RUBENSTEIN is a dedicated ally to transgender community and the certified image consultant and co-owner of Fox and Hanger. F&H is a unique service for transgender women and male-to-female crossdressers that creates customized virtual fashion and style “lookbooks”. Julie intuitively connects with each client to find them appropriate clothes, makeup, hair, and shape wear all in alignment with their budget, body type, authentic style and unique personality. Julie also provides enfemme coaching and wardrobe support. Julie has made it her life's work to help MTF individuals feel safe and confident when it comes to their female persona, expression and identity. IG @Juliemtfstyle | FB @foxandhanger | web @FoxandHanger.com

Welcome back, Weirdos! In this week's episode, we're diving deep into the bizarre world of mass hysteria, where groups of people experience seemingly contagious symptoms with no clear medical explanation. Get ready for some truly strange stories that will leave you scratching your head and wondering, "What the hell was happening?!" First, we'll rewind the clock to 1939 Louisiana, where a high school dance takes a weird turn when a group of teenage girls suddenly starts twitching uncontrollably. This mysterious "twitching epidemic" soon spreads like wildfire through the school and beyond, baffling doctors and leaving everyone wondering what caused this strange phenomenon. Was it stress? Environmental toxins? Or something even stranger? Next, we'll hop over to 1962 Tanzania, where a fit of giggles at a girls' school turns into an uncontrollable laughing epidemic that lasts for months. This bizarre outbreak forces the school to close and leaves researchers puzzled about the origins of this contagious laughter. Was it a mass psychogenic illness, a social contagion, or something else entirely? Join us as we investigate these fascinating cases of mass hysteria, exploring the historical context, potential causes, and the lasting impact on the communities affected. We'll also discuss other examples of mass hysteria throughout history and try to understand why these strange phenomena continue to capture our imaginations. - **Join our Patreon

Get our Free Uranium Investment Report @  https://www.crisisinvesting.com  In this discussion, Doug Casey tackles various questions from subscribers of Crisis Investing, focusing on the future of the U.S. dollar, strategies for asset diversification and relocation, and the merits of crisis investing. Doug shares his insights on the dollar milkshake theory, the potential of gold as a crisis investment, and offers advice on selecting countries for relocation and asset protection, highlighting Argentina's prospects. Additionally, Doug debates the merits of maintaining U.S. citizenship, examines the cultural and political dynamics of Latin America, and assesses the investment potential in the Southern Cone and Dominican Republic. This conversation also delves into the geopolitical implications of Ukraine's potential involvement with NATO, analyzes the societal impact of oppressor versus oppressed narratives, and considers the feasibility of a precious metal-backed currency system in the U.S. amid global monetary reset discussions. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Crisis Investing Q&A 00:17 Exploring Asset Diversification and International Relocation 01:03 The Dollar Milkshake Theory and Global Currency Dynamics 02:15 Choosing the Right Country for Relocation: Argentina and Beyond 04:49 Navigating the Challenges of International Relocation 08:41 The Decision to Renounce U.S. Citizenship 10:55 Cultural and Educational Influences in Latin America 14:06 George Soros and Political Financing Controversies 17:57 Real Estate vs. Stock Investment Dilemmas 22:25 The Process of Societal Destabilization 23:41 Navigating Uncertain Times: Strategies for Preservation 24:35 Investment Insights: Silver, Uranium, and ETFs 26:48 NATO's Expansion and the Ukraine Situation 28:52 Global Elite, Mass Hysteria, and Social Dynamics 30:42 The Future of Global Currency: A Return to Gold? 33:55 Investing in South America: Opportunities and Risks 37:29 Secure Storage and Asset Protection in Uruguay 39:17 Evaluating the Dominican Republic as a Bug-Out Location 43:22 Closing Thoughts on Government and Stability

It's a Mutiny on this episode. Chris and Eric join us to discuss Mutiny's history, writing and recording process. They also talk about creating the manga and what they would like to see more of in ska. We also discuss traveling far to see shows and we give you ska news and our ska picks of the week.  Ska News… Backyard Superheroes- On Friday May 3, Backyard Superheroes released the first single and title track from our new album MASS HYSTERIA  The new record is Releasing June 28th on Jump Up Records. The song Mass Hysteria features Coolie Ranx and it is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/6OQsCFXl6OWPv1IBaHfILl?si=H9br3aPxSd-5mDvJwpS_zA 2. Danny Rebel and The KGB May 3 Danny Rebel and The KGB released their new record, We're All Going To Hell. The record from Danny Rebel and the kgb is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/album/4vqMnmJEaGqwFJ5818LZ8A?si=HoQtAdB4QLiS2vOcVtQ7yg 3. Matamoska- Also on May 3, Matamoska released the third single of their upcoming self titled album. This new single is called Toothpick. The new album drops May 17 on Bad Time Records and the new song from Matamoska toothpick is streaming everywhere now.  https://open.spotify.com/track/0SuKtRF7D9D5CdnnTfits6?si=VcxYbW4PQ-66sW7wkn8aZw&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A6WrvQ8TqjRpYof7h9wcE9S Spotify playlist Ska Favorites: ⁠ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DikTsRPk4dspXejk9bFko?si=vaPlX9V7QVW9JsTRSUdqCg⁠  Ska News Theme by Dang!t: ⁠ https://dangitband.bandcamp.com/music⁠ Main Theme by Millington: ⁠ https://millingtonband.bandcamp.com/music⁠

Hayley covers David Hahn, the teenage chemist who went nuclear in his backyard. Then Kat follows it up with stories of mass psychogenic illness! You know, like the dancing plague, the monkey-man, and the Seattle windshield pitting epidemic. Recorded live 4/20/24 at Good Vibes Comedy Festival in Memphis, Tennessee! Special thanks to Brittany Brave for joining us on this learny journey. Check out her links here: https://linktr.ee/brittanybravecomedy Still got a thirst for knowledge and parasaocial camaraderie? You're in luck! We release bonus shows every week on our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/nightclassy   Night Classy | Linktree   Produced by Parasaur Studios © 2024

IN THIS EPISODE: What caused hundreds of Scottish children in the 1950s to suddenly become vampire hunters? (The Gorbals Vampire) *** Over the years, from ancient to more modern times there have been a number of incredible cases of mass hysteria. Some are so unbelievable it's difficult to understand how they happened at all. (Ancient Cases of Mass Hysteria) *** Zachary Davis had a history of mental disturbance, but no one could have predicted the horrors he was truly capable of. (The Disturbing Story of Zachary Davis) *** When poor travelers are found dead in the frozen winter, could it be that there is something more to their story? Could they have been killed not by the cold, but by a demon of the snow? (Demon of the Snow) *** Southwest of Tombstone, Arizona are the remains of a simple adobe cabin nicknamed ‘the bloodiest cabin in Arizona'. (Brunkow's Cabin) *** Oscar Beckwith was a hermit who lived in the woods, in a small, squalid shack with no furnishings but a bunk, two stools, and a stove… on which he cooked human flesh. (The Cannibal of Austerlitz)SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Gorbals Vampire” by Cynthia McKanzie for Message to Eagle: (link no longer valid)“Ancient Cases of Mass Hysteria” posted at Ancient Pages: http://bit.ly/2Iw12SX“The Disturbing Story of Zachary Davis” by William DeLong for All That's Interesting: http://bit.ly/2UOxLd6“Demon of the Snow” by A. Sutherland for Ancient Pages: http://bit.ly/2UlTX97“Brunkow's Cabin” by Amanda Penn: http://bit.ly/2GojnOB“The Cannibal of Austerlitz” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: http://bit.ly/2ZjADwVWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: January, 2019CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/gorbals-vampire-and-mass-hysteria/

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