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Prying Minds
by Liss and Bee
Welcome to Prying Minds, nosy friends. This is the podcast for curious weirdos, history nerds, and anyone who’s ever fallen down a weird Wikipedia rabbit hole at 2 a.m. Hosts Liss and Bee dive into strange history, unsolved mysteries, and the downright unexplainable—basically anything that makes you say “hold on… what??” It’s unhinged, it’s smart(ish), and the perfect show for anyone who likes their facts a little freaky and their laughs a little unhinged. LISTEN NOW, and let’s get weird.
Episodes
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Rooted in Mystery: The Woman in the Wych Elm
It was a cold April day in 1943 when four boys stumbled upon something horrifying in the woods—a skull hidden deep inside a hollow wych elm. The police came, a body was pulled from the tree… and then, nothing. No answers. Just a message that began appearing on walls across England: “Who put Bella...
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Wish You Weren’t Here: The Whakaari Eruption
Imagine taking a boat out to a remote island. It's the kind of place that looks straight out of a travel brochure. Turquoise water, dramatic cliffs, a little bit of mystery. You’re thinking, wow, this is going to make the best Instagram post ever. But then you notice… the ground is kind of…
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LOBOTOMANIA!! Ice Picks & Other Bad Ideas
Imagine being so sad that a doctor suggests sticking an ice pick in your brain. No, literally through your eyesocket! Welcome to the world of lobotomies, One of the most infamous "medical breakthroughs" in history. We’re talking about a procedure that promised to erase mental illness… but…
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Beamed Up: The Travis Walton Abduction
They say if you go out into the woods, you’d better be prepared for bears, bugs… maybe even Bigfoot. But Travis Walton? He came back with a story that was out of this world. Literally. In November of 1975, a logging crew in the Arizona wilderness witnessed something they couldn’t quite log away…
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This Episode Stinks! The Filthy History of Hygiene
Imagine you're nobility in the 1500s. You're rich, you're powerful, your face is caked in lead, and you smell like a haunted cupboard because you've bathed, like... twice this year. In this episode, we're diving nose-first into the gross, grimy, gloriously weird history of hygiene. We're talking...
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Size Matters: Giant Problems, Bigger Questions!
Today we’re going BIG! That’s right, we’re diving into the world of… giants. We’re talking massive myths, towering truths, and elevated enigmas from every continent. From the biblical Nephilim to the Quinkin of Australia, and everything in between. Are these tales just exaggerated campfire…
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Summoning Aleister Crowley: "The Great Beast 666"
He called himself The Great Beast 666. The tabloids called him the wickedest man in the world. And we just call him... a hot mess. A chaotic, magical, drug-fueled mess. We're talking about none other than, Aleister Crowley. He was a poet, a mountaineer, a ceremonial magician, and a drama queen!…
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It's Gettin' Hot in Here: Cremation and Spontaneous Human Combustion
Fire purifies. Fire destroys. For thousands of years, humans have turned to flames in death rituals, beliefs, and final sendoffs in smoke and ash. But what happens when the fire comes from within? Today, we’re poking at the coals of cremation rituals from around the world- some sacred, some...
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Glitches in the Matrix: Deja Vu, Mandela Effects and Other Multiversal Mischief
Okay—serious question. Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you’re there. Or you’re driving and suddenly realize you’ve been on autopilot for ten straight minutes and don’t remember the last three turns? Today, we’re diving face-first into the weird little hiccups of reality that…
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Holy Sheet! The Mystery of the Shroud of Turin
Welcome back nosy friends! Imagine you’re walking through a dimly lit cathedral, and there, displayed in all its wrinkled, holy glory, is the Shroud of Turin. A centuries-old cloth that some say bears the actual, real-deal, straight-outta-the-Bible image of Jesus himself. Today, we’re diving into...
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Pt. 2 Chasing Hitler: Hitler, Nazis, and a Side of Empanadas
What do secret submarines, the Vatican, and cheek kisses have in common? Apparently... Nazis. In this episode of prying Minds, we keep following the crumbs straight to secret Nazi hideouts, shady politics, and yes—that FBI file that suggests Hitler might’ve ended up with a ridiculous alias...
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Pt. 1 Chasing Hitler: History's Greatest Scavenger Hunt
In 2014, the FBI finally let the cat out of the bag—or, in this case, the dictator out of the bunker. Stacks of documents from the 1940s and ‘50s were declassified, suggesting that Hitler might have escaped Berlin and taken an all-expenses-paid trip to South America. “Wait… what if he actually…
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Bullets, Booze & The Rise of Al Capone
Grab your Tommy guns and a stiff drink, because this week we’re diving into the wild, whiskey-soaked rise of the one and only Al Capone—Chicago’s most infamous mob boss. From his Brooklyn beginnings to ruling the Windy City with an iron fist (and a whole lot of bribery), we’ll explore how a kid...
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The Kings of Tupelo: A True Crime Story Too Weird to Be Fake- Pt. 2
Welcome back to episode 2, where this entire case is proof that the internet should come with a chill pill prescription. What starts as one man’s attempt to expose a possible secret turns into a full-blown FBI investigation—complete with poisoned letters, small-town rivalries, and one very messy...
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The Kings of Tupelo: A True Crime Story Too Weird to Be Fake- Pt.1
Alright, buckle up, because this story has everything: Elvis impersonators, internet conspiracies, black market organ trafficking, and—oh yeah—an attempted presidential assassination. Welcome to Tupelo, Mississippi, where things went off the rails in the wildest way possible. This is a story…
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Pt. 2 Unraveling Time: Theories, Wormholes, and the Risk of Un-Existing
Hello Nosey friends! Fire up your time machines and brace yourself for a reality-warping ride, because this week onPrying Minds, we’re diving even deeper into the strange and twisty world of time travel! In part two, we’re peeling back the layers—Is time travel just a sci-fi fantasy, or could...
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Pt. 1 A Slip Through Time: Strange but True(?) Time Travel Tales
Time travel—it’s the ultimate sci-fi dream… or could it be a reality? In this episode of Prying Minds, we’re diving into some of the weirdest, most baffling time travel stories ever told. From a trippy slip through time at Versailles to a Man who showed up at an airport with a passport from a...
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MV Joyita: The Ghost Ship Where Everyone Ghosted
Ahoy there nosey friends! Today, we’re boarding the MV Joyita, a ship so cursed it makes the Titanic look like a success story. This floating disasterpiece set sail on what should’ve been a chill little South Pacific journey—but instead of delivering its passengers and cargo, it ghosted harder…
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Oumuamua: A Message From the Stars or Alien Space Probe?
Welcome back to Prying Minds! Today, we’re dialing up the intrigue to lightspeed because we’re talking about Oumuamua! An interstellar object that zoomed through our solar system in 2017, leaving scientists scratching their heads—and conspiracy theorists saying, “I told you so.” Was it an alien...
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'Who You Gonna Call?' : Exorcism Drama
Today on Prying Minds, we’re digging into the twisted history of exorcisms—from Hollywood horror to the so-called ‘true story’ that inspired The Exorcist. We'll explore the darker side of what happens when fear takes hold, people claiming to be possessed, priests fighting demons, and cases that...
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GOT BLOOD?: Bloody Mary, RH Mysteries, and Hemoglobin Shenanigans
Hello nosey friends! For this episode, we're diving into the red stuff that keeps us all going- BLOOD! But don't worry, we're not turning into vampires just yet. We're exploring all things blood-related: from the spooky legends of Bloody Mary to the scientific quirks of RH blood types. Oh, and...
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Saved by the Bell: Buried Alive
Ever had a nightmare about waking up six feet under? Same. In this chilling episode of Prying Minds, Liss and Bee unearth the harrowing history of being buried alive—because, yes, it really happened. A lot! From spine-tingling tales of people clawing their way out of coffins to the ingenious (and...
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Rune-ing History: The Kensington Rune-stone Conudrum
Lost Vikings in Minnesota? A mysterious carved rock found in the 1800s? The Kensington Runestone has been puzzling historians, skeptics, and cryptic message enthusiasts for over a century. In this episode of Prying Minds, Liss and Bee take on the great debate: Is the Runestone a genuine artifact...
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Under the Full Moon: Werewolf Myths & Folklore
In this episode, we’re peeling back the layers of myth and legend to uncover the truth about werewolves—but this isn’t your run-of-the-mill, boring monster story. No tired clichés here. We’re talking ancient curses, bizarre rituals, magical ointments, and medieval trials that sound more like…
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Pt.2 The Family that Slays Together: The Wineville Murders
Welcome back to Prying Minds, today we’re unraveling a very dark chapter in true crime history—the story of the Wineville serial killer. A vile man who prayed on young boys and the mommy dearest who helped him do it. This case may have a small-town setting, but it’s filled with chilling twists,...
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Pt.1 Lost and Found…or Just Lost?: The Disappearance of Walter Collins
Hi nosey friends! Welcome back to Prying Minds. Today we’ve got a real doozy for you. Imagine this: one day, a young boy just vanishes without a trace. Days, months, maybe even years pass, and his family holds onto hope – but the trail is cold, and it seems like he’s lost forever. Then, out of...
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Heavenly Hijinks: Divine Miracles and Holy Mysteries
In this episode of Prying Minds, we take you on a heavenly journey through some of religious history's strangest and most miraculous tales! Join us as we unravel some of history's unorthodox "divine interventions”. Meet the Lady in blue—a nun who can do some pretty marvelous stuff, from the…
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Mountain Mayhem: Unpacking the Khamar-Daban Incident
Hello nosey friends, buckle up for a wild ride as we navigate the bizarre twists and turns of the Khamar-Daban Incident! Join us on a not-so-leisurely stroll through these mysterious mountains, where hiking isn't the only thing that went awry in 1993. We’ll dive into the strange events that...
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When Sleep Gets Weird: Nightmares and Snooze Science
In this episode, we take you into the strange world of sleep that’s anything but restful! From the science behind nightmares to bizarre sleep experiments and the downright spooky phenomenon of sleep paralysis, we’re cracking open what really happens when we drift off to dreamland. Why does our...
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Pt.2 It's a bird... It's a plane... It's a UAP?!?
Hi nosey friends, welcome back to Prying Minds this is part 2 of our episodes on UFO’s and UAP’s. Ever feel like something’s a-lien to you? Well, we’re here to probe those questions—literally!” That’s right! Whether it’s mysterious lights in the sky or plasma hotter than your ex’s texts, we’re...
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Pt.1 It's a bird... It's a plane... It's a UFO?!?
Welcome to Prying Minds, where things are about to get… unidentified! In today’s episode, we’re taking you on a whirlwind tour of UFO sightings across the globe. From flying saucers to suspicious shining lights, it’s clear some aliens just can’t resist a good sky selfie. And while Superman is up...
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Helluva Contract: Deals with the Devil
Hello nosey friends! Today we're diving into a topic that's hotter than hell itself-making deals with the devil, and we're not talking about your average tough negotiator. Whether you're looking to swap your soul for fame, fortune or a demon girlfriend, we'll break down everything you need to…
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Sole Searching: The Mystery of the Salish Sea Severed Feet
Hey nosey friends, welcome back to Prying Minds the only podcast where we dip our toes into the world’s most bizarre mysteries… and try to keep things light! Now today, we’re diving into a topic that’s got some serious sole—pun intended. That’s right folks, we’re talking about severed feet…
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Behind the Curtain: P.T Barnum and his 'FREAK SHOW'
Hey there, nosy friends, welcome to Prying Minds! Today, we're stepping behind the curtain and pulling back the big, spooky top on one of history's strangest spectacles: the 'freak show'! We're diving deep into the weird and wacky world of human oddities, bearded ladies, conjoined twins, and......
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Prying Minds: Trailer
Hello Nosy friends! Welcome to Prying Minds—the show where two self-proclaimed nerds, Liss and Bee, with zero chill about mysteries, history, and all things bizarre, bring you tales of strange history, the unexplained, and the downright “Wait, what?!” moments from the past and present. We’re the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Prying Minds, nosy friends. This is the podcast for curious weirdos, history nerds, and anyone who’s ever fallen down a weird Wikipedia rabbit hole at 2 a.m. Hosts Liss and Bee dive into strange history, unsolved mysteries, and the downright unexplainable—basically anything that makes you say “hold on… what??” It’s unhinged, it’s smart(ish), and the perfect show for anyone who likes their facts a little freaky and their laughs a little unhinged. LISTEN NOW, and let’s get weird.
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Welcome to Prying Minds, nosy friends. This is the podcast for curious weirdos, history nerds, and anyone who’s ever fallen down a weird Wikipedia rabbit hole at 2 a.m. Hosts Liss and Bee dive into strange history, unsolved mysteries, and the downright unexplainable—basically anything that makes...
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Prying Minds is created and hosted by Liss and Bee.
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