Decoding The Unknown

Decoding The Unknown

Decoding The Unknown explores history's deepest mysteries to see if we can draw any conclusions about what actually happened. Russian hikers killed by a yeti? Aircraft lost to sea monsters? Probably not, so let's try and figure out what really happened. New episodes every Friday. Also on YouTube!

Episodes

May 6, 2025 113 mins
Bruce Lee was a legend in life, but the mystery of his death remains hotly debated. From Triad conspiracies to heat stroke or hidden drug use—what really killed the Dragon at 32? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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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 choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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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
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April 11, 2025 52 mins
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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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April 4, 2025 62 mins
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
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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/adchoices
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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
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March 21, 2025 55 mins
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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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March 18, 2025 79 mins
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
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March 7, 2025 72 mins
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
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February 25, 2025 65 mins
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 factorpodcast to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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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
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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
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January 24, 2025 73 mins
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/adchoices
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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/adchoices
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January 14, 2025 78 mins
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/adchoices
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January 7, 2025 66 mins
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.fm/adchoices
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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 choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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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
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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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
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