Decoding The Unknown
A History podcast featuring Simon Whistler
Decoding The Unknown
Episodes
Episodes of Decoding The Unknown
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Vaccines save lives—but myths and misinformation have fueled distrust. This deep dive unpacks their history, science, real risks, and lies from both skeptics and officials to ask: are vaccines truly dangerous?Learn more about your ad choic
In 1924, George Mallory and Sandy Irvine vanished on Everest. Did they reach the summit decades before Hillary? A boot, a body, and a missing camera may hold the answer.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Homeopathy claims water has memory—and people believe it. But is there any science behind the sugar pills? Let’s dive into the origins, logic, and utter absurdity of homeopathy’s magical thinking.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho
Is Adam’s Calendar the oldest manmade structure on Earth—or a pile of stones hyped up by ancient alien fans? We dig into South Africa’s strangest mystery to find out what’s real.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
She lived to 122—or did she? Jeanne Calment stunned the world with her age, but new evidence suggests a shocking identity switch with her daughter. Is history’s oldest woman a fraud?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice
A passport from nowhere. A man with no past. In 1960s Japan, John Zegrus claimed to be a diplomat from a nation no one had ever heard of. This is his story.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Satellite images, conspiracy theories, and ancient alien speculation—are there really pyramids buried beneath Antarctica’s ice? Let’s separate science from sci-fi in this chilling tale of frozen secrets.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
From ancient myths to real-life wolfmen, the werewolf legend has haunted humanity for centuries. But where do the stories come from? And could there be a grain of truth behind them?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A haunted house, a grieving family, and a poltergeist that defied logic. Was it supernatural, or just a desperate cry for attention? The eerie mystery of the Guyra Ghost, explained.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Zardulu—mythmaker, mastermind, or just a clever hoax? Dive into the strange world of viral urban legends, trained rats, and mystery. Who is Zardulu, and what’s real? Let’s investigate!Sponsor:Factormeals.com/factorpodcast and use code facto
Was King Arthur a real warrior king or just a legend? Dive into the myths, history, and latest discoveries that challenge everything we know about Britain’s most famous ruler!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Frank Abagnale Jr. – con man, check forger, or something else entirely? The truth behind Catch Me If You Can is wilder than you think. Let’s uncover the real story… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Deep in the Congo, tales of a 'living dinosaur' spark mystery and debate. Could Mokele-Mbembe really exist? Dive into the evidence, legends, and science behind this fascinating cryptid!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho
Uncover the chilling story of Elizabeth Bathory—history’s “Blood Countess.” Was she a ruthless serial killer or framed in a web of political intrigue? The truth is darker than you think.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch
Discover the untold evolution of Robin Hood: from a temperamental bandit to a symbol of justice. Explore the origins, cultural impact, and timeless relevance of this legendary outlaw!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic
Extreme weather, HAARP, and conspiracy theories—how do science and speculation collide? Dive into the truth behind this mysterious research facility and the narratives shaping public perception.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone
Internet mysteries unraveled! From Unfavorable Semicircle to 'The Most Mysterious Song,' discover the fascinating resolutions behind these enigmas and how curiosity shapes identity in the digital age. Listen now!Learn more about your ad choice
Is Mel's Hole a bottomless pit or just a wild legend? Join us as we dive into the bizarre tales, strange encounters, and unanswered questions surrounding this mysterious abyss!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Uncover the shocking tale of Violet Charlesworth, the Edwardian con artist who fooled high society with her fake fortune. Glamour, deception, and scandal await in this jaw-dropping historical exposé!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega
Discover the mysteries of Edgar Cayce, the "Sleeping Prophet," whose astonishing readings revealed visions of health, history, and the future. Explore his life, predictions, and enduring impact in this fascinating journey!Learn more about your
Uncover the wild tale of Gregor MacGregor, history's greatest conman, who sold a fake country to unsuspecting investors. Lies, ambition, and disaster—this story has it all. Listen now!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi
Is the internet alive or a cleverly crafted illusion? Dive into the Dead Internet Theory and uncover the truth about bots, manipulation, and what’s really happening online in 2024.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Uncover the shocking story behind the Iraq War protests, Dr. David Kelly's mysterious death, and the UK's push for war. Was it assassination or something deeper? Dive into the untold truth!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a
Uncover astonishing evidence suggesting humans and dinosaurs may have coexisted. From ancient artifacts to mysterious footprints, we explore the most compelling clues that challenge everything we thought we knew!Learn more about your ad choice
Ever heard the wild theory that Stevie Wonder can actually see? We're diving deep into this bizarre conspiracy, unpacking the so-called 'evidence' and why people believe it!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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