Strangest Species
Exploring bizarre and unusual dealings of the strangest species, namely, us, humans. Each episode is a ride into the details surrounding some of the most bizarre incidents in human history. Join us as Mike reveals an unusual story or event, and Eth (through many laughs and terrible hypotheses) learns along with the audience about the strange and unusual.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 57 minutes
- Episodes
- 98
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Well That's A Record
Join us this week as we explore the world of wacky and unusual world records. I don't know why these records exist, but they do, so let's discuss them.
Le Petomane (The Fartomaniac)
This week, we explore the fascinating life of Joseph Pujol and his rise to fame as a fartist. That's right, a performing fart artist. From life as a humble baker to center stage at the …
The Valley of the Headless Men
Deep in Canada's northern wilderness is a strange and eerie landscape, with river canyons that vault over 3,000 feet high. But beyond its breathtaking beauty, it is known for another, m…
Strange Festivals and Sports
Today we dive into the some of the World's most unusual festivals and sports. From Iron Phalluses to jumping over babies dressed as the devil. From fist fights during chess to hitting p…
Aliens are Jerks
Why are aliens constantly probing and mutilating things? It seems like strange past times to cross the galaxy for. Either way, today, we dive into some strange cases of human and cattle…
Lead Masks and Unusual Deaths
This week we jump into an interesting story from Brazil in the 1960s. A small boy discovered the bodies of two men while out flying his kite in the near the ocean shore. When the police…
Canada's Secret, Terrible Operation
This week, Ethney is back to join us as we discuss one of Canada's most infamous secret government projects, The Fruit Machine. I don't want to go into it any more than that other than …
Perilous Urban Exploration
In this episode, we dive into the real-life hazards that urban explorers face. Plus, I'm joined by a super special guest, as Ethney was out of town, and I totally forgot!
In the episode,…
Cannibal Cabbage Patch Kids and Other Dangerous Toys
Do you have any Cabbage Patch Kids laying around the house? Or a PollyPocket or Hoverboard? Maybe an Easy Bake Oven. These are just some household-name toys that have experienced massiv…
Shipwrecked and Enslaved
In this gripping episode, we dive into the harrowing true story of Captain James Riley, an American sea captain whose shipwreck off the coast of North Africa in 1815 led to unimaginable…
The Jersey Man-Eater
Join us this week as we discuss the real-life story that inspired the movie Jaws. In 1916 a string of deadly shark attacks hit the quiet Jersey shore and let a wake of destruction that …
Fighting WWII with a Sword
In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary life of Mad Jack Churchill, the British WWII soldier famous for his unconventional combat methods. Discover how this fearless officer, a…
Alexander Supertramp
In this episode, we dive deep into the life and tragic journey of Christopher McCandless, the young adventurer who inspired the book and movie "Into the Wild". Known for abandoning soci…
Mysteries Beneath the Runways of the Denver Airport
Join us as we investigate the bizarre and mysterious conspiracy theories surrounding Denver International Airport (DIA). From underground bunkers and secret societies to strange murals …
Dumbledore the Lexicographer
How do you make a dictionary? Have you ever thought about it? It's a stupid amount of work.
In the late 1800's, a group of word nerds teamed up with Oxford University to create the best…
Now That's A Museum I Could Visit
Today we explore some of the world's most unusual museums and discuss the bizarre exhibits found therein. We bounce around from the Museum of Broken Relationships to dog collars, bunnie…
Uninvited House Guests
This episode made Ethney squirm so much that she couldn't wait for me to finish and be done so that alone is worth the listen.
But in all seriousness, this week, we explore stories of un…
Should've Found The Hot Springs
Today, we jump feet first into a story set in Japan's Hokkoda Mountains. In 1902, 210 Japanese soldiers were commissioned to find out if it was possible to pass through the mountain ran…
Basketball, Freedom and The Grateful Dead
This is my favorite story we've ever told on the podcast. I fell in love with it while studying it, as it took me through an eclectic landscape of emotions. When we finished recording, …
Disney's Disastrous Ride Debacle
What happens when a tragedy on the other side of the world has such an impact that it causes Disneyland to scrap one of its star attractions for a new park? Join us today as we discuss …