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The best podcasts about The offbeat and unusual

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Who am I?

Jordan Bonaparte is a Canadian journalist, podcast host, and writer based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He is the creator, owner, and host of the popular true crime podcast, "Nighttime," which explores Canadian true crime, mysteries, and offbeat stories. Bonaparte is known for his thorough investigative approach to journalism and storytelling, and his ability to engage his audience with thought-provoking content. Let's be real here the world is pretty bleak. the economy is frightening, housing is just as bad, the political divide widens daily and well... people seem to find new reasons to express hate and frustration every minute. I simply need to tune it out. Like an blissfully ignorant ostrich my self-therapy is sticking my head in the sands of weird stories. Perhaps they remind me that there is still magic and mystery in the world... not just finger pointing and bickering. Thankfully for me there is a literal army of podcasters who spend their time seeking out and exploring the offbeat and the unusual. It's to them I turn when I need escape from... **gestures broadly**

My Show

What is my podcast about and/or how does it relate to the playlist topic you chose?

In Keep Canada Weird my pal Aaron Airport and I seek out and explore the week's offbeat and unusual Canadian news stories.

What is my podcast playlist about?

In 'the best podcasts about the offbeat and usual' I share my list of go-to shows to remind me there is still magic and mystery all around us.

The podcasts I picked and why

1. The Saucer Life

Why this podcast?

The Saucer Life is a podcast which explores the history and lore of flying saucers (UFOs) through the lens of individual stories of encounters, sightings, concepts or events. “Stories” is the key word: the Saucer Life doesn't attempt to prove or debunk anything. The host Aaron simply lays a fascinating story in front of you in every episode.

The Saucer Life

The Saucer Life

Cheeso Media LLC

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The Saucer Life is a podcast exploring the history and lore of flying saucer and UFO culture, running the gamut from Contactees to the Men In Black and from Underground Bases to Abductions.

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2. Astonishing Legends

Why this podcast?

Hosts Scott and Forrest dive deep into the world's most mysterious and fascinating stories. In depth research, immersive sound design, and two of the best hosts in podcasting make this show a must listen for anyone seeking a reminder that the world gets quite weird!

Astonishing Legends

Astonishing Legends

Astonishing Legends Productions

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The world is more mysterious than most people are comfortable imagining. We cross paths with the mystical from time to time and may not even notice it. If we do, we quickly return to our usually mundane daily existence. But what if we not only acknowledged the unknown, we investigated it and spoke with those in the know? That’s what co-hosts Scott & Forrest, and their producer Tess Pfeifle do at Astonishing Legends. Over 100 million downloads and hundreds of thousands of listeners have shown that exploring and embracing the wonders of our world can be not only enlightening but exciting. Welcome to Astonishing Legends!

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25 Listeners

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3. Dystopian Simulation Radio

Why this podcast?

Dystopian Simulation features hosts Linz and Chris (a dream co-host combo) Investigating the unknown, unexplained and unbelievable. From alien balls to the going price for a human arm, DSR gets into it.

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A podcast with your hosts Linz and Chris. Investigating the unknown, unexplained and unbelievable. From alien balls to the going price for a human arm, we have the answers if you have the questions. Cases of true crime, unsolved mysteries, the unexplained, paranormal and much more!

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4. Strange Studies of Strange Stories

Why this podcast?

Chad Fifer and Chris Lackey have been creating podcasts and audio productions since 2009, first as The H.P. Lovecraft Literary Podcast and now as Strange Studies of Strange Stories! In each episode, they discuss a piece of classic genre fiction. Talented voice actors bring the text to life. Music and sound effects create atmosphere while occasional guest experts show up to make things classy. If you like weird and unusual FICTION, this is the show for you.

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Strange Studies of Strange Stories

Strange Studies of Strange Stories

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We’ve been creating podcasts since 2009 - first The H.P. Lovecraft Literary Podcast and now Strange Studies of Strange Stories! Each week, hosts Chad Fifer and Chris Lackey discuss a piece of genre fiction. Talented voice actors bring the text to life. Music and sound effects create atmosphere while occasional guest experts show up to make things classy. One free show a month and five more for Patreon subscribers!

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5. art bell tape vault

Why this podcast?

There is very little I enjoy more than Art Bell hosted Coast to Coast radio episodes. Coast to Coast under his lead was, in my opinion, the high watermark of radio focused on the weird and unusual. If you have never listened to Art Bell, I'm jealous because you have an incredible amount of content waiting for you.

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art bell tape vault

the art bell vault

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the best of the kingdom of nye 🛸 https://linktr.ee/artbelltapevault - archive link & playlists

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5 Listeners

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