What's Yer Weird Story?

Ep 355- Hello Weirdsville. This week’s episode is brought to you with a heavy heart. After over 350 episodes and almost 7 years, the What’s Yer Weird Story? Podcast is coming to an end. Don’t worry, mommy and daddy aren’t getting a divorce. No, it’s just that sometimes life gets in the way and you have to prioritize. While we have loved spending time with you, sharing laughs and stories, it’s time to hang up the head phones and unplug the mic. We want to thank all the storytellers for opening up and sharing their experiences. We want to thank all the new friends we made and old friends we reconnected with during this journey. A special thanks to our Special Correspondents Jeff, Bobbi, and Tilly for all their contributions. And to you, dear listeners, we cannot express our fullest heartfelt thanks for all the support you have given us. Weirdsville doesn’t end here though. We encourage you to embrace the high strangeness and beautiful weirdness of this universe in your lives. Next time you meet someone, ask them…WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY?

Ep 354- Hello Weirdsville! This week’s classic replay is a creepy cryptid episode from September 14, 2021. Joining us this week from our home state of Oklahoma is Bigfoot Researcher & Enthusiast, Steve Sparks. Recounts a life changing tale from his youth, Steve also brings some of his experiences in the field. Sasquatch, Wooly Booger, Dog Men, a Rake and much more on this week’s wild episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 353- Hello Weirdsville! This week we are representing the classic August 31st, 2021 episode “Alien Version of the Ouija Board.” It’s a special twofer episode, two guest sharing some really cool stories. First is Andrew and his eerie tale of ghosts in the deserts of Israel! (Andrew has a couple of podcast too, check below for links) Then Special Correspondent and Resident Social Media Weirdo Bobbi returns with some more high strangeness in her apartment! Plus there’s an app that let’s you communicate with aliens? All that and more on this week’s double-your-pleasure-double-your-fun episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast! Check out Andrew’s podcasts: Dugongs and Sea Dragons –a live gaming podcast featuring an international collection of nerdy-ass marine biologists playing Dungeons and Dragons. They drink and they roll things! Ocean Science Radio – a joint project between Andrew Kornblatt, founder and host of the Online Ocean Symposium, and Naomi Frances Farabaugh of FIU.

ep 352- Hello Weirdsville! After 6 and a half years, we are taking a break; a short hiatus from dropping new episodes. FEAR NOT!!! We aren’t leaving! We aren’t leaving you without episodes to listen to while you wait. Join us for a classic episode all the way back from our first year. Episode 8: “I was a Little A-hole Kid” with Bucky. Bucky has some great stories from his youth that lead into some really great conversations. A spectral vision of the future, a poltergeist, and cousin Jeffrey ruining everything on this Classic Episode of the What’s Yer Weird Story? Podcast.

Ep 351- We are back in spooky territory in this week’s episode with our guest Angel. From a young age, Angel has experienced the world of the supernatural. Raised by religious Mexican American grandparents and instructed to avoid the darker corners, darkness still found him and his family. get ready for some creeps and shivers. Shadow beings, Old Man Jesse, demonic walkie talkies and more on this week’s spinetingling episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 350- Holy Moly, Weirdsville! 350 episodes! Three! Five! Zero! Join us this week, along with Special Correspondents Tilly (Queen of Lists) and Bobbi (Weirdo for Hire) to celebrate! And to celebrate, we are doing things a little differently. We are doing a research-and-report episode on one of the most mysterious and well know songs of all time, Hotel California by the Eagles. Join us as we discuss the mythology and mystery behind this enigmatic slice of 1970s country-rock Americana. Welcome to the Hotel California on this, the 350th episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 349- Joining us this week n the podcast is Jose Mendoza. After studying and practicing Western medicine for years, Jose began a journey to discover the teaching and wisdom of Eastern traditional medicine. Often called “Chinese medicine, ” the practice involves finding balance and harmony in the body and spirit, using a number of ancient methods. For Jose, his investigation also turned into spiritual enlightenment found in Taoism. Join us for an fascinating conversation about traditional Eastern practices and medicine, including insights from our very own Smilin’ Sensei, cohost Barry Johnston, on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 348- Trigger warning: discussions on suicide. Joining us this week on the podcast is ayurveda life and wellness coach, Sivani Ishaya. Tragedy struck her family home when Sivani was only 12 years and her older sister took her life. This life changing event seemed to open Sivani up to the other side. A slow process that eventually led to becoming a monk for 13 years. This was only the beginning of her journey for spirituality and healing. She now uses her knowledge to help others back from the edge and back to their own path of healing and growth. Join us for an honest and incredible conversation on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 347- This week we are joined by Special Correspondent, Queen of List, and our pod-daughter, Tilly! As always, Tilly has a handful of stories to share from her life embracing high strangeness. From creating a SOUR JAR, using a voodoo doll for self defense, using magic and the way of the universe, Tilly never fails to bring the bizarre. Plus we remember Val Kilmer, an honorary citizen of Weirdsville who has left this mortal plain. (R.I.P. Val) All that and more of this Till-tastic episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 346- Joining us this week is Brandon Morgan, creator and host of the EVIL WITHIN podcast. Brandon brings a truly terrifying story from his hometown. Just down the street, 14 year old Tommy Sullivan murdered his mother, then took his own life. Nobody knows exactly what happened or why, but clues left by Tommy point to sinister, arcane magick. The dark forces of unknown cults were swarming in the air above New Jersey. A true Satanic Panic had ensued. Join us as Branden recounts his experiences with this incredible, tragic story on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 345- This week we are joined by Ali Lauderdale; author, comic book creator and host of the AliSanguis Youtube channel. Ali has some truly terrifying stories to share about two encounters with potential serial killers. Why does she think this? Tune in to find out. Plus, Ali shares stories of her unusual and wild childhood, living in meth houses and Las Vegas casino hotels. Buckle up for a truly wild ride on this weeks episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 344- Joining us this week is author and podcaster Gina Ramsey. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because Gina is another return guest to these here Weirdsville parts. Gina has write a sequel to her humorous anthology Burnt Gloveboxes book as well as starting the podcast Laugh Lines and Turbulence. Someone has been opening doors in Gina‘s new house, and playing tricks. Who is Rita? Plus we have a conversation about growing old; maybe gracefully, maybe not. And for the record: Green Day is not classic rock! It’s another classic episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 343- Joining us this week is author and podcaster, Remington Keyes. Since his youth, Remi has been surrounded by strange, paranormal experiences. Unlike a lot of paranormal enthusiast, Remi doesn’t go out of his way to find spirits and ghosts… they find him! It could be in his bloodline too, as his family contains shaman, priest, and even skinwalkers (not that he will say that particular word.) So dodge those phantom cars, wave at your grannies ghost and pull out that one chair for the Jamaican spirit entity and join us for another super-natural episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 342- This week we welcome back the one and only Barnaby Jones, researcher at CAPS (the Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society) as well as hosting the podcasts Whispers from the Dark and Untold Radio Network. Barnaby shares with us stories from his cryptid and paranormal research, including learning from the Turtle Man! Live Action! Plus we discuss the upcoming CAPS conference in May 2025. Join us on the trail of bigfoot and other anomalies in this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 341- Sometimes those shadows dancing on your bedroom wall in the night are just shadows. But sometimes, as our guest Gabriella (host of the NEXUS OF NARRATIVES podcast) rediscovered from childhood memories, they are something more terrifying. For years she wrote off these childhood memories as just kid stuff, until she discovered a podcast about Shadow People and her world was reopened to that other, more mysterious side. The side of life we in WEIRDSVILLE are all too familiar with, as many of us live there too. Plus, Barry has a surprise encounter with an NBA legend. Join us for another spooky, sensational, supernatural episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 340- Joining us this week from down on the Texas coast is Bonnie. Bringing back the spooky, Bonnie has a goose bump inducing story of a scary night from her youth. Plus, Bonnie also talks about what it is to be a mediator. Sure, we have heard that term, but what does a mediator do exactly? Join us and found out on this week’s back to basics spooky episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 339- Joining us this week is friend of the pod and the driving musical force behind band DEAD HALOS, Todd Warner. Todd share a story of a magical Christmas Eve in Dublin, Ireland. A Christmas miracle that made both Barry and Adam more than a little bit jealous. We also talk about the new EP from DEAD HALOS, “19.8” and have a great discussion on process, art and the power of music. And stay tuned for a bonus sample track after the episode. Raise a pint and sing along if you are so inclined, to this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 338- Our guest this week is Bree, who was a guest in the early days of the podcast. All the way back in episode 72 “Your Friend’s Cold Heart,” Bree shared some freakin’ spooky stories from when she was living in her friend’s haunted house. Now she is back with follow ups to those stories and more supernatural activities. Oh! it’s a spine tingling episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 337- This week’s guest, Mark, joins us from Barry’s old stomping grounds, Enid, Oklahoma. Mark is a man of many interest and hobbies: chemistry to botany to mechanics and how things work. He’s also a self admitted former skydiving addict! Join us as we jump out of perfectly good planes back in the early 1980’s. It’s time for high flying adventures on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

ep 366- What kind of little kid brings a newspaper clipping about a serial killer to show-and-tell? This week’s guest, that’s who! Melissa Kim Corter is an author, podcaster, psychologist and one time little true crime weirdo. (Our kind of people.) Melissa brings her story of synchronicities with serial killers, the beauty of New Jersey, and her journey to help other heal. It’s another great conversation with a fascinating guest here on the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 355- Continuing from last week’s episode, we are joined once again by author Olivia James. Picking up the conversation from where we left off, this episode focusing on the training Olivia received in psionics and spy craft on the moon. From there she ends up on Mars working in admin and fighting in an arena. Throw in some of her other work as an operative for the mysterious three letter agencies, and it’s another fantastic episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 334- Happy New Year, Weirdsville! We are kicking off 2025 in a big way, with the first of a two part series with guest Olivia James! Prepare yourself for one of the wildest, jaw droppingest, mind blowingest stories you have ever heard! From a young age, Olivia was taken by shadowy government agencies and trained in various esoteric and above classified programs. Names like MK Ultra, the Monarch Program, Nazi scientist, 3-letter government agencies and secret space programs will be mentioned. Past lives, hosting deities, multiple personalities and so much more on this week’s extraordinary episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 333- It’s time once again to close the door on the old year and open one into the new! 2024 was a fantastic year for guest here in Weirdsville, but the weirdness continued on in the rest of the world. From the Drones of New Jersey, scientific discoveries, incredible animals, true crime and more, we have curated some of these more unusual headlines to shine a spotlight on one last time. So join us as we say goodbye to 2024 and welcome the weirdness of 2025 (because it’s only gonna get weirder friends!) here on the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 332- Happy Holidays, Weirdsville! It’s time for our annual holiday special and sharing the celebration with Barry and Adam is Special Correspondent, Queen of Lists, and their adopted pod-daughter, Tilly! Grab some eggnog and some cookies and settle down by the fire, as we discuss some Christmastime traditions from around the world! Weird Christmas movies! Scary Anti-Santas! El Caganer and the Christmas Log! A sensual discussion of Fried Chicken and biscuits and so much more on this festive episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 331- This week’s guest, TJ Moon, had it rough from the start. Born with cerebral palsy, abandoned at a McDonald’s at age 7, and lost in the foster system for years. Fortune began to change as he and his half brother were adopted into the same family. Encouraged to follow his dreams and told he can do anything he put his mind to, TJ graduated college, began several businesses and became a author and motivational speaker. An inspirational conversation with a remarkable young man on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 330- Returning from episode 323 is Rachel Dalton! As you may recall, Rachel is the host of the podcast Wine, Dine, and 69. Last time, Rachel shared some very interesting, racy stories. This time, however, she’s come to scare your socks off! Spooky shadows, feelings of dread, a very unnerving stranger and more on this week’s classic spooky episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 329- This week we are joined by speaker and author Kevin Russell. When he and his wife took their young daughter, the diagnosis the doctor gave was for them to fix their problems. Thus began a journey of healing and self exploration moments of enlightenment, paths which Kevin says we all can share. A fascinating and truly enlightening conversation we hope you all enjoy on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 328- It’s Thanksgiving week here in the U.S.A. That means lots of time on the road, in the air or even on the rail, traveling to spend time with friends and family. So to help you pass that time, and to get to know us a little better, we are providing an extra long episode for you. Joining us is Special Correspondent, Master of List, Queen of Quizes and our adopted Pod-daughter Tilly. We are taking a quiz to discover if we are Starseeds, Starchilds, or just regular old humans. Feel free to take the test along with us and share your results. Don’t forget to gather you family’s stories!

Ep 327- Joining us this week is author Eric Otero, from upstate New York. Eric is a storyteller, both in conversation and in print. His written stories fall into the horror genre, but his life stories, and those of his family, are all real. Weird, wild, amazing and real. Starting with his seemingly indestructible father, his family full who share the same name, and his own experiences, Eric brings a buffet full of stories and sides for our ears. And if you are interested in his written tales, check out www.emoteroauthor.com for more. Weird lights in the forest, mysterious voices, failed parachutes and so much more on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 326- This week we are joined by military intelligence officer, former sworn organized crime investigator, and host of the Headlines In History podcast, Jon Molik. And for a number of years, Jon was a paid eavesdropper for the state of New York. Jon shares some stories from his time tapping wires as well as how that whole thing works. It’s a interesting occupation and some fantastic stories and a look behind law enforcement on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 325- This week’s guest, Mary Peironi Harper, has a story that is on the heartwarming, unusual side of the weird spectrum. Mary shares the story of her parents, both who had been blind since childhood. Neither of her parents allowed their blindness to be a roadblock in their lives. The stories from their childhoods are full of adventure and delight. Their love story is one for the ages. Look for Mary‘s book about her folks, The Sound of Her Voice, for more incredible stories and join us on this inspiring episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 324- This week’s guest originates from Adam‘s neighborhood, Cincinnati, Ohio. Jen Youngquist is a yoga instructor, pattern breaker, and spirit dating coach. She also pissed off the Hawaiian goddess of fire and volcanos, Pele. What started as a vacation in paradise turned into a series of catastrophes that reminded us of a classic Brady Bunch episode. Seriously, what damage can taking one little rock home as a souvenir cause? Fire goddesses, curses, island paradise and much more on this week’s burning episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 323- (Parental Advisory: This episode features discussions of a sexual nature. Listener discretion is advised.) This week’s guest is Rachel Dalton, host of the sex and relationship podcast Wine, Dine, and 69. Rachel shares one of the funniest stories we have heard in a while, and it is quite unusual indeed. A romantic encounter turns into an impromptu driving lesson on the way to the emergency room. We also have a fascinating discussion on our “birds and bees” talks ( or lack there of) with our parents as well as other aspects of human sexuality. Join us for this week’s stimulating episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 322- This week’s episode is a little bit different than our usual format. Returning guest Gloria Haas is here to answer a list of questions from our Special Correspondent and Master of Lists, Tilly. Some great conversations are had and new stories and information shared by both Gloria and Tilly. Is Tilly‘s dad a reptilian? Why would she think such a thing? These questions and more are answered on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 321- Returning this week is one of the most requested follow up guests we have had in a longtime. Gloria Hass (from episode 291) joins us with some amazing new stories that she only recently discovered about her early life. A secret space program, black ops training, MK Ultra and more! Buckle up for another wide, jaw dropping ride on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 321- This week, our hosts Barry and Adam share stories from their recently attended High School Class 30th reunion! (Well, it’s Barry’s 30th and Adam’s 10th, if you follow the pod’s own mythology.) It was a fun weekend for both and they brought some souvenir stories of their travels, home town history and memories. And YES, Adam did get to eat at El Charro! So join us in our nostalgic trip on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 319- Our guest this week is Justin from Enid, Oklahoma. Justin is a good friend of our very own Smilin’ Sensei and co-host, Barry Johnston. Justin is one of those guests who thought they didn’t really have any stories to share, but having been a long time listener and member of Weirdsville, he figured out that he had some interesting history indeed. It’s a Family Mysteries with twists and turns and happy endings on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 318- UFOs! Ghosts! Spirituality! An unusually chatty dog! All these and more as we talk with Spiritual Mentor, Activator and children’s book author, Valeria Martiza! It’s another fascinating and fantastic conversation on the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 317- Here on the podcast, we find past lives and reincarnation to be fascinating subjects. And fortunately enough, this week’s guest, Penny Johnson, is all too familiar with the subject. A few years into her spiritual journey, Penny found herself have strange visions and dreams of past times and other people’s lives. She became increasingly aware that these other people’s lives were also her own. And not all of these lives were human. Join us for a truly unique conversation from the land down under on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 316- Our guest this week is Tanja James, self-proclaimed Dreamwalker. Tanja is also a spirit advisor, alchemist, poet, and multidimensional being. Tanja has had an interesting path in her spiritual journey. Her dream abilities alone are incredible; from premonitions to astral projection to viewing timelines and beyond! Join us for an extra long, extra deep episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 315- Wowwee wow wow! Holy cow! It’s our 6th Anniversary Special episode! Hard to believe that we have been sharing YOUR stories every week for 6 whole years! So many thanks go out to YOU, Weirdsville, for listening, supporting and sharing your stories! To celebrate, we have brought in our Special Correspondents Tilly & Bobbi, to share some of their recent adventures. Bobbi shares her experiences from her dream vacation in Paris, France, including a haunting and humorous tour of the famed Catacombs. Tilly tells us of her many travels and how she almost was indoctrinated into a Satanic church. And host daddy Adam recounts a story of being in lockdown on a military base during a live shooting event at the Washington Naval Yards. It’s a mixed bag of ooo’s, ah’s and oh’s on the 6th Anniversary Special episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 314- Joining us from the Garden state (that’s New Jersey if you didn’t know) is this week’s, Jocelyn. This episode is one of those prime examples of when the conversation and stories take a direction all of their own. Jocelyn shares stories of her family, spirituality, relationships and so much more. And spoiler alert: We didn’t even get to hear the Monkees story! So join us as we travel from Jersey to Viet Nam to California and beyond on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 313- Joining us this week is sleep expert and author Paul Bright. Paul has had an interesting life and cherry picked a few of his favorite stories to share. It’s a grab bag ranging from a near death experience as a child, a brush with fame as a karaoke rock star, and terrifying sleep paralysis. Plus a fascinating discussion on the science of sleep and dreams. So slide into your pajamas and puff your pillow, crank up some “My Own Worst Enemy” and rock out to this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Attention: This week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast will be delayed for a few days. Maybe it’s technical problems. Maybe Barry was abducted by the TicTac. Maybe Adam is locked in a haunted house, totally unaware of the spirits, as usual. But don’t worry, the episode will drop this week and its a nice long one. We’re talking near death experiences, brushes with fame, sleep paralysis, and the science of sleep and dreams. See you soon.

Ep 312- Joining us this week from the Great White North (Oh Canada!) is Miriam Rachel; writer, Tarot reader, astrologer and host of the Tarot Table podcast. Miriam shares some stories of how she learned to harness her intuitive powers and esoteric knowledge. She also has some hot takes on the “new age” culture. Miriam explains to our near clueless hosts about the Astrological process. So dust off your charts and break out your birth certificate and come along on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 311- This week we are joined by comedian Jeff Lawson. After having two bombs dropped on him in the same day, one in the form of a lightning bolt, the other in the form of his wife’s secret, Jeff began to change his life and take on new adventures. Prepare for some laughs, amazing misadventures, and truly wild brushes with fame (or infamy) from Philly to Hawaii on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 310- What happens when day at the ballpark turns into tragedy. Millions of Americans watch the national past time every year, attending the spectacular stadiums that host them. The excitement of the crowd, the world famous hot dogs, the skills of the athletes put on display! One might ever catch a home run or foul ball. But sometimes the foul balls are caught. Today’s guest, Jana Goldbloom Brody shares a tale of how deadly those out of control balls can be, when a foul ball struck and killed her mother at a Dodgers home game. A story or tragedy, loss, and grief turned to activism on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 309- Joining us from Tequila. Mexico is American ex-pat, café owner and podcaster Bex Carlos, a.k.a. BexBeCasting! Our friend is a self described “witchy aunt” and host of the podcast Tu Tia Bruja. Bex informed us about Tequila (the city and the drink) and shared some incredible stories about her family and their connection to the supernatural realm. So grab some shot glasses if you are daring and join us for this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 308- *Trigger Warning: Adult Situations and Themes, Suicide This week’s guest is author and raconteur Carmen Leal. Starting with a late night steamy moment on a Hawaiian golf course interrupted mid stroke, to her time in the Peace Corps in Africa, to eloping in Atlanta and beyond; Carmen has had a very interesting life. And while we discuss some heavy topics, this episode is chock full of laughs and the unconditional love of dogs. Join us for a fantastically fun episode of the world famous WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 307- This week’s guest was present at two of the 21st century’s most infamous tragedies. Host of the Aligned Alchemist podcast, Sunita has led a life incredible coincidence or terribly bad timing. Sunita was working in the World Trade Center on 9/11 and also at the Mandalay Bay hotel in Las Vegas the day of the deadliest mass shooting on American soil. It’s been a life of seemingly close calls. Incredible stories of historic events, travel, car wrecks, angels and more on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!