Podcasts for fans of the weird and unexplained

Some podcasts aren’t about self-improvement or news; they are about odd histories, unexplained phenomena, internet rabbit holes, and human eccentricity. These shows celebrate curiosity, confusion, and the joy of asking wildly specific questions.(unsplash)

Lore Podcast: This atmospheric podcast explores dark folklore, strange traditions, and eerie beliefs from around the world. It digs into how superstition, fear, and myth shaped real human behaviour. (wikipedia)

Mystery Show: Each episode investigates a small, oddly specific mystery -- why someone keeps finding a coin on the street, or who made a strange belt buckle. The charm lies in how seriously the podcast treats the trivial. (wikipedia)

No Such Thing As A Fish: Created by the researchers behind QI, this podcast shares bizarre facts that sound fake but aren’t. From strange laws to forgotten historical quirks, every episode is packed with brain bending trivia. (wikipedia)

Reply All: A cult favourite that uncovers the weirdest corners of the internet, from mysterious phone calls to online hoaxes. It turns everyday tech confusion into gripping storytelling. (wikipedia)

The Anthropocene Reviewed: John Green reviews random aspects of the human made world on a five-star scale, like scratch and sniff stickers or sunsets. It’s strange, thoughtful, and unexpectedly emotional. (wikipedia)

You’re Wrong About: This show revisits pop culture moments and misunderstood events, revealing how wildly wrong public narratives can be. The “weirdness” comes from how collective memory distorts reality. (wikipedia)