That’s Effin Weird

Dolly Parton is one of the most recognizable entertainers in the world—but behind the big hair, rhinestones, country hits, and larger-than-life personality, there are some surprisingly strange, mysterious, and downright weird stories surrounding the legend.

In this episode of That’s Effin Weird, we're taking a different look at Dolly Parton and exploring some of the less...

Andrew Tate has become one of the most recognizable—and controversial—figures on the internet. But before the luxury cars, viral videos, massive following, and constant headlines, there was a young man growing up in the United States and England, influenced by a highly accomplished chess-playing father and eventually finding his own path through professional kickboxing. Tate we...

On Christmas Eve, 1945, tragedy struck the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia, when a fire destroyed their house. Five of the Sodder children were believed to have died in the blaze—but what happened afterward would turn the case into one of America's most enduring mysteries.

The family never accepted the official explanation that the children had simply perished in th...

In this compelling episode of That's Effin Weird, host Stevenson explores the life and legacy of investigative journalist Gary Webb, whose reporting sparked one of the most controversial media stories of the 1990s. Best known for his Dark Alliance series, Webb investigated allegations that individuals connected to the CIA-backed Contra movement in Nicaragua played a role in the spread of c...

The conversation isn't over! In Part 2 of our deep dive into the 5G conspiracy, host Stevenson returns to explore one of the internet's most controversial and misunderstood topics. From claims of government surveillance and mind control to concerns about health effects and smart cities, we're taking another look at the theories that continue to spark debate around the world.

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Have you ever mentioned a product in conversation, only to see an ad for it a few minutes later? Coincidence... or is your phone listening? In this thought-provoking episode of That's Effin Weird, host Stevenson dives into one of the internet's most enduring modern conspiracies: the belief that our smartphones are secretly recording our conversations to serve targeted advertisements.

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Artificial intelligence is no longer confined to chatbots and smartphones—it's becoming a bigger part of the vehicles we drive every day. In this episode of That's Effin Weird, host Stevenson explores how AI is changing the automotive world, from driver-assistance features and automated parking to vehicles that can monitor driver attention and react to hazards in real time. As the te...

Stevenson sits down with a father whose life changed forever after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the street with his family. What began as an ordinary day became a life-altering event, forcing him to confront physical recovery, emotional trauma, and the uncertainty of what the future would hold. Through his firsthand account, he shares the terrifying moments of the accident, the long road to heal...

Have you ever stopped to wonder what life would be like without a vacuum cleaner, a phone, a coffee filter, a fire extinguisher, or even an LED light bulb? In this hilarious episode of That's Effin Weird, host Stevenson dives into some of the everyday inventions we completely take for granted and asks the important questions: How did people survive before them? And why does life sound absolutely terrible wi...

In this thought-provoking episode of That's Effin Weird, host Stevenson explores one of the most fascinating and controversial questions in psychology and criminology: can early childhood experiences influence whether someone becomes a criminal later in life? From brain development during infancy to the impact of neglect, abuse, trauma, and unstable home environments, we examine how the earliest years of li...

What drives ordinary people to surrender their lives, beliefs, and identities to a charismatic leader? In this chilling episode of That's Effin Weird, host Stevenson Longbottom explores the dark and fascinating world of cults. From the manipulative influence of Charles Manson and the infamous Manson Family murders to the tragic siege involving the Branch Davidians in Waco, Texas, we examine how these groups...

This week on That’s Effin Weird, host Stevenson takes listeners deep into the jungles of Vietnam to explore a fascinating mix of wartime history, cryptid encounters, and unsolved mysteries. From the legendary Rock Apes—strange ape-like creatures reportedly encountered by American soldiers during the Vietnam War—to eerie stories that emerged from the dense and unforgiving wilderness, this episode examines the line ...

In this dark and unsettling episode of That’s Effin Weird, host Stevenson explores shocking cases of violence connected to the United States military, focusing on two of the most disturbing incidents in modern military history. The episode examines the crimes of Ronald Gray, a former Army specialist convicted of brutal murders in the late 1980s, and Nidal Hasan, the Army psychiatrist responsible for the deadly 2009 Fort Hood ...

In this heartfelt and unbelievable episode of That’s Effin Weird, host Stevenson dives into the incredible true stories of the heroic animals that served during World War I and World War II. From fearless war dogs carrying messages through gunfire to cats that boosted morale aboard naval ships, these animals became unlikely heroes in some of history’s darkest moments. The episode also explores the roles of horses chargi...

In this intense and mysterious episode of That’s Effin Weird, host Stevenson dives deep into some of history’s strangest military stories and unexplained wartime legends. From the eerie disappearance of Flight 19 over the Atlantic in 1945 to the bizarre and advanced Nazi Wunderwaffe “miracle weapons” developed during World War II, this episode explores the thin line between documented history and unsettling ...

In this chilling episode of That’s Effin Weird, host Stevenson dives into one of the most controversial modern cryptid legends—the Kandahar Giant. Said to have emerged from the rugged mountains near Kandahar during the early years of the War in Afghanistan, this towering, red-haired humanoid has become the center of a story that blurs the line between military secrecy and myth.

According to the tale, a U.S. Special Forc...

In this offbeat episode of That’s Effin Weird, host Stevenson dives into the strangest and most unexpected sports ever connected to the Olympics. From events that seem almost made up to competitions that only lasted a single appearance, this episode explores the weird side of one of the world’s biggest sporting stages. Stevenson breaks down how some of these unusual events made it into the Olympics, what the rules were,...

In this fast-paced episode, host Stevenson rolls into the high-impact world of roller derby—a sport that’s equal parts strategy, speed, and controlled chaos. From its gritty beginnings in the 1930s to its explosive rise on television and eventual fall from mainstream popularity, Stevenson breaks down how roller derby evolved into the modern, athlete-driven sport it is today. He explores the rules, the scoring system, an...

In this action-packed episode, host Stevenson is joined by guest Reed dive into the intense and often misunderstood world of jousting. From its origins as a medieval combat training exercise to its modern-day revival as a competitive sport, they break down the history, the rules, and what it actually feels like to charge full speed at another rider with a lance in hand. Reed shares insights into the skill, discipline, and risk invo...