Urban Legends Decoded
A deep-dive investigative series that traces modern myths from viral spread to murky origins, revealing how our collective anxieties transform into unforgettable stories. Through meticulous historical research and cultural analysis, we uncover how urban legends serve as emotional truth-tellers about society's deepest fears and evolving concerns in the digital age.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 11 minutes
- Episodes
- 5
- Years Active
- 2025
Crypto Creatures: Unmasking the Myth of Bitcoin Monsters
In this episode, we delve into the world of cryptocurrency, unearthing the urban legends that have sprung up around Bitcoin and its ilk. We trace these tales from their digital birthplaces to the rea…
00:10:01 |
Mon 18 Aug 2025
The Haunted Algorithm: Supernatural Legends in the Age of Machine Learning
From cursed chain emails to possessed AI chatbots, we examine how supernatural urban legends have adapted to the digital age. The episode traces how traditional ghost stories have evolved into tales …
00:11:02 |
Wed 21 May 2025
The Poisoned Needle: Tracking an Anti-Corporate Legend Through the AIDS Crisis
We investigate the evolution of the 'AIDS needle' legend, from its origins in 1980s movie theater seats to modern versions involving gas pump handles and shopping cart syringes. The episode documents…
00:11:59 |
Wed 14 May 2025
Digital Doppelgangers: The Evolution of Identity Theft Legends in the AI Era
From early internet horror stories about stolen identities to contemporary fears about deepfake technology, we examine how identity theft legends have evolved with technology. The episode traces the …
00:13:15 |
Wed 07 May 2025
The Vanishing Bride: How a Department Store Legend Exposed America's Consumer Fears
We investigate the infamous 'Vanishing Bride' legend of a woman who disappeared while trying on wedding dresses at a major department store, only to be discovered dead weeks later, sewn into a displa…
00:11:27 |
Wed 30 Apr 2025
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