Dreams & Premonitions

Are dreams just random brain firings, or can they predict the future?This week on Wyrd Wessex, the Wyrdo's, Craig and Andy, dive into the world of premonitions with guest Bekhi. We explore the shockingly dark folklore behind our sleeping state, the true story of a real government-adjacent office for prophets, and the chilling dreams that warned of tragedy.In this episode, we explore:The Aberfan Disaster: We share the harrowing, real-life story of the 1966 Aberfan tragedy and the chilling, documented premonitions some had before it happened.The British Premonitions Bureau: Discover the wild history of this real-life organisation dedicated to collecting and verifying prophetic dreams, and why it ultimately collapsed.Cheese Dreams: We test the infamous myth that cheese gives you nightmares, discuss a suspicious study by the British Cheese Board, and look at the surprisingly dark folklore behind what we eat before bed.Dream-Inspired Inventions: Find out which famous works—from the sewing machine and Frankenstein to the periodic table and Twilight—were actually created in a dream state!The Sandman & Mora: Learn about the mythical figures who visit us in our sleep, from dream-eaters to soul-tormenting spirits.Stay Wyrd!www.wyrdwessex.co.ukBuy our merch hereWritten and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy StevensEdited by Craig BrooksIntro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.