Cult Talks: Weird Shit

Happy Independence Day to our American listeners. And sorry for Ben's... enthusiasm, to our UK listeners.Today, we examine stories from the American Revolutionary War. Daniel has a tale of a badass woman who didn't let her lack of testicles prevent her from seeing combat. Ben breaks down a major conflict and what impact it had on the war to follow, before Eric explores America's first spy organization, the Culper Ring.Live free and get weird.

Poop? Yeah, poop.Specifically, old poop. Eric has another shitlist, about human dookies from our history. After that, Bailey takes us to a Kenyan village where men aren't allowed, and tells us why. And finally, Ian tells us about an Indian island where the natives violently deny all visitors.Let's get weird.

What's a weird law from your state?Jessica tells us about several weird laws from our state, Ohio. Next, Ian brings us the harrowing tale of a daring daylight air raid. And lastly, Daniel dives into the mysterious organization/alternate reality game, Cicada 3301.Let us, get weird?Check out our other podcasts, Cult of Campbell and Cult of Lore!

Buckle up, fuckers, we're going to war!First, Sgt. Ian will brief you on strange weapons from the past, present, and maybe even future.Next, Lt. Michael will discuss the battle plan for a successful war being waged in Alberta, Canada. Against rats.Lastly, Col. Ben will take us to the frontline of a siege so epic, it likely inspired a key event from a popular fantasy novel.Permission to get weird, soldier.

On today's episode, Jessica kicks it off by telling us about the strange origins of some common English words. Next, Daniel tells us about the bizarre coincidences (or more likely, inspiration) for a creepy kids show. And finally, Ian discusses a disease you probably know all too well, but many people don't know about the details... or the extreme treatment you may need to survive it.Let's get weird.Check out our other podcasts, Cult of Campbell and Cult of Lore:

Hell, there's no theme here. We start off with a hilarious and disgusting event linked to a well known band, before Jessica takes it away to discuss a strange hobby she is all too familiar with: The surprisingly high stakes world of model horse collecting. Finally, Ian explores an abandoned Alaskan village, haunted for years by a mysterious murderer, who may not even be human.Let's get weird.Check out Minney Model Studio for all your model horse needs, wants, and desires:

We like it when our listeners drop us suggestions! Today we are covering three of them, starting with a very unique military unit, before diving into another cluster fuck of a naval battle. And lastly, we explore the wonderful misadventures of Elmer McCurdy, which didn't stop just because he died.Let's get weird, pardner.

This episode is exploring history. The history that lead to one of the silliest and longest lasting religious disputes ever, the history of several towns and cities that are no longer occupied, and the coming of age ritual of an ancient warrior society.This, is, Weird Shit!

Happy 4/20 stoners! We decided that even if it was an off week, we couldn't miss a weed-themed Wednesday!Bailey starts us off with some trippy and psychedelic shows aimed at kids, before Ian takes over to describe the time the military tried to weaponize THC. And finally, we hear about one Sgt. Peter Lemon, a recipient of the Medal of Honor. The catch? He was high when he earned it. And so are we, as three of our members legally imbibe the herb for this fun episode.Let's get baked like a birthday cake, then let's get weird.

Today's episode features a mysterious figure wandering the forest of a Swiss town, before we explore the psychological phenomenon known as the Uncanny Valley. And finally, Ty is here to get us all prepared for the Cult Talk Net Gala by delivering a killer list of lethal fashion trends.Shall we get weird?

What is your favorite Florida Man headline?First, Daniel tells us the story about a mysterious triangle... but not near Bermuda. Then Ian tells us the origins of a piece of American slang that is much darker than you may know.And lastly, Eric tells us about the numerous bizarre headlines from the southernmost continental state in America. Embrace the meme, and let's get weird.

Happy Saint Patrick's Day!We celebrate Irish culture (well, and a lot of Irish-American culture) by telling four stories. Featuring an Irish legend, a weird disaster in Boston, strange traditions, and an unkillable Robo-Hobo.Stay safe, and let's get weird.

Do you pay attention to what you buy for your kids?Apologies for the delayed upload! Life happens sometimes. We cover another strange location from India, this time examining a temple filled with rats.  Not because they suck at pest control, it's a deliberate choice. Next, Anna presents her first story, covering another badass military man, another naval battle, and the origins of a common idiom. And finally, Ian talks about yet another strange Ohio story, this time about a bootleg toy with a secret.Let us, as they say, get weird.

What urban legends used to scare you?Today, Ian explores the true stories behind three popular urban legends. But before that, Eric presents a list of strange crimes. Specifically, non-murdery crimes since we've covered those in spades. And then, Bailey brings us the story of an extraordinary woman, who joins Mad Jack, Wojtek, and Joseph Medicine Crow on the list of World War II badasses. Do you guys even read this shit? Because if so, it's time to get weird.

Do know the stories behind some famous monuments?Today we explore the story behind the famous Taj Mahal of India, and Tyler joins us to talk about more cryptids. Then Ben closes out the episode by telling us about another badass mofo and his insane true story.Apply your war paint, because it's time to get weird.Check out Bailey's shop, Luna & Co:

Staying out of the water won't save you.On today's episode, Eric finishes his stories about Les UX by telling us how the group started. Next, Daniel makes his presentation debut talking about a story local to our hometown of Chillicothe, Ohio. And lastly, we go back to Africa to hear about a killer lake. Hold your breath, and let's get weird.

Get ready for some serial killers.On today's episode, we put the focus on the real life monsters roaming America. First, Ben takes us to the American south (again), this time for the Louisiana Axeman. Next, Bailey takes us over to Texas for the mysterious story of the I-45 body dumping ground known as the Killing Fields.And lastly, Ian somehow manages to end on a relatively high note, with the story of a modern killer who picked the wrong victim.Let's get weird.

Merry Christmas from Cult Talks: Weird Shit! and all of us at Cult Talk Net! It's Christmas morning and we're inviting you to join us as we watch the gift from director Michael Dougherty that keeps on giving. Thank you for listening, Merry Christmas, and stay weird!

What's the weirdest Christmas tradition your family does?We have a special gift... four stories! Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, cozy up to a Yule Log or Tio de Nadal and listen as Eric describes strange traditions associated with the holiday.Next, Michael talks about a restaurant that (almost) never closes, before Ian discusses a UFO sighting that happened the day after Christmas. And lastly, Ben has another war story, but this one is more inspiring than most.Happy holidays, let's get weird.

Wanna hear more weird recordings?Good, because we explore secret radio stations and their coded messages, but first, Tyler joins us remotely to delight us with ridiculous fad diets from the past, before Eric talks more about the mysterious Les UX in Paris that we met last episode. They do more than just set up movie theaters in glorified caves.Let's get weird.