Best Ireland Unsolved Mysteries Podcasts (2025)

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Short Suck #35 - Issei Sagawa: The Unrepentant Cannibal 50:32

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Issei Sagawa aka the Kobe Cannibal, made a living for most of his life off of the infamy he attained... for murdering and then eating a young Dutch woman in 1981, when Issei was thirty-two years-old. Why didn't he spend the rest of his life in prison? And why did he want to eat her in the first place? For Merch and everything else Bad Magic related…

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OPERATION CHAOS: When The CIA Spied on US Citizens 14:26

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OPERATION CHAOS is one of the darkest things that the United States government has EVER done... and the secrets of the CIA's secret program are still being unraveled to this very day. Join me as we examine those secrets and this hidden history today on the show. - - SUBSCRIBE TO "THE CONSPIRACY FILES" on YouTube!: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsYWvjBZ…

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[Classic Replay] A Criminal Conversation: Affairs & Divorce in 1920s Ireland 40:52

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Unfortunately, there’s no new show this week, but I wanted to re-share an episode I really enjoyed making two years ago. It'll well worth another spin. In 1920s Ireland, Alice Morton’s marriage breakdown sparked a sensational divorce trial. Accused of adultery, Alice’s sex life was laid bare in court, subjecting her to public humiliation.Her husban…

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458 - WTFF? The Madness of the Zizian Cult 2:45:59

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Do you believe that all non-vegans should die? In part for their needless murder of senseless people like.... cows? And in part because their predatory, cruel, EVIL behavior is providing a model for a future AI program to treat humans like a mindless food source once it inevitably takes over the world? If so... you'd make a good Zizian! This is a w…

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Into the Wilderness: David O'Sullivan's Story 44:03

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This episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries delves into the disappearance of David O'Sullivan, a 25-year-old Irish hiker who vanished while attempting the Pacific Crest Trail in 2017. The podcast explores David's background, his preparation for the hike, and his last known communications. It details the challenges of the trail, the search efforts,…

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Episode 215 [Part 1 & 2]: Sarah Groves - British Backpacker Murdered In Kashmir In 2013 0:35

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All episodes from 169 onwards are Patreon-only. I explain this on my last public episode. I will continue to update this feed so that potential new Patrons know the Patreon is active. Listen to all episodes 169 and beyond - plus lots of additional content - in the Patreon feed. Join the Patreon community from $1 a month here: https://www.patreon.co…

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The SIMPSONS Conspiracy: Freemasonry, Bizarre Predictions & Unanswered Questions 1:00:28

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"The Simpsons" is one of the most famous television shows in American history. But over the years, people have begun to fear "The Simpsons", because of it's bizarre and uncanny ability to predict future disasters, tragedies and events. Join me today as we deep dive into "The Simpsons" phenomenon, on "The Conspiracy Files". - - SUBSCRIBE TO "THE CON…

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The Irish Wake: A History 50:11

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The Irish funeral wake is a unique tradition where family and friends gather around the body of the deceased to share stories, remember their life, and celebrate their legacy. Often resembling a lively party with plenty of drink, this ritual is both a farewell and a celebration. Predating Christianity, the Irish wake stretches back thousands of yea…

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457 - Samuel Little: The Choke-and-Stroke Killer 2:25:14

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This week we cover the life and crimes of the most prolific serial killer in US history, Samuel Little. A monster the LAPD once dubbed "The Choke and Stroke Killer." Before he died in 2020 at the age of 80, he confessed to 93 murders. And the FBI have confirmed 62 of those murders and counting. Who was this guy? And how did he keep getting away wit…

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The DEVIL'S DAYCARE: A DISTURBING Child Abuse Case In Florida 49:18

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In today's episode, we examine a disturbing case of child abuse that unfolded in Florida in the 1980's. The Country Walk case is one of those criminal cases that sticks with you, a case that makes you question everything you thought you knew, when you really examine the details. - - SUBSCRIBE TO "THE CONSPIRACY FILES" on YouTube!: https://www.youtu…

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The Murder of Clothilde Marchand 25:06

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Quick Note: I realize there is no theme music in this and it's due to a lot of computer issues recording. Recording on a new computer that wouldn't save my file, a new version of what I record on and not having some of the tools I need to do certain editing things, etc. Sooooo, I just got fed up and decided to leave it out. Because life is short, a…

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Midwives & Mothers: A History of Birth in Ireland 28:47

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In times past, childbirth was a profoundly communal and intimate experience, guided by the steady hands and wisdom of community midwives. Known as Bean Ghlúine—the Women of the Knee—these women were among the most important figures in rural Irish communities. In this episode, I’m joined by historian Emma Laffey to explore the world of birth and mid…

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456 - The Staircase Murders 2:33:09

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Did you ever watch the Staircase docu-series on Netflix? Or the 2022 HBO MAX adaptation? I watched both, and still wanted to learn more about the divisive trial over the murder of Kathleen Peterson. Did her husband Michael kill her? Or was he railroaded by a justice system that held a grudge against him? Or, did Michael kill not only Kathleen, but …

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An Interview with Sgt Patrick O'Donnell 51:57

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Patrick O'Donnell, a retired sergeant with 25 years of police experience, shares insights from his law enforcement career and transition to writing and podcasting. He discusses the realities of police work, including memorable cases and the importance of community policing. Patrick reflects on the challenges and rewards of the job, from high-stakes…

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Short Suck #34 - The Mysterious Death of Natalie Wood 1:01:03

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In the 1960s, Natalie Wood was one of the world's leading actress, her star shining as bright as Elizabeth Taylor's. She'd been acting since she was a small child, appearing in movies like Miracle on 34th Street. She'd starred opposite James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause, and she'd been linked romantically to Warren Beatty, Michael Caine, Elvis Pre…

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SUICIDE Or MURDER? The Death Of OpenAI Whistleblower Suchir Balaji 57:27

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In 2024, a man named Suchir Balaji was found dead in his apartment. But when the story began to come out in the media about the circumstances of Suchir's death, his plans for the near future and his actions in the weeks before he died, many began to believe that he had been silenced. In today's episode, we examine the possibility that he was killed…

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Glenmalure & Memories of a Lost World - How Did Electrification Change Rural Ireland? 36:54

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Nestled deep in the Wicklow Mountains, Glenmalure was once a stronghold for rebels and a sanctuary from the outside world. But long after the echoes of rebellion faded, the valley remained a place apart, where the comforts of modern life arrived late. Glenmalure was only connected to the electricity grid and running water in the late 20th century, …

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455 - The Bone Wars 2:16:58

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The Bone Wars, also known as the Great Dinosaur Rush, is what a period of intense fossil hunting in the late 19th century came to be called, thanks primarily to the intense and bitter rivalry between two of America's most prominent early paleontologists, Edward Drinker Cope and Othniel Charles Marsh. These two men, who started out as friends, would…

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Episode 214: The Strange Case Of Mateusz Kawecki 0:35

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All episodes from 169 onwards are Patreon-only. I explain this on my last public episode. I will continue to update this feed and the website so that people know the Patreon is active. Listen to all episodes 169 and beyond in the Patreon feed. Join the Patreon community from $1 a month here: https://www.patreon.com/unknownpassagepodcast…

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Extra Episode: Listener Q&A with Nules 29:37

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Join Nules in a bonus Q&A episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, where she pulls back the curtain on the podcast's creation. Discover how Nules selects gripping cases, balancing between famous and overlooked stories, and the emotional toll of researching sensitive topics. She shares heartfelt feedback from families, revealing the profound impact …

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Gorée Island: A PARADISE For PEDOPHILES 27:24

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In today's episode, we investigate the notorious story of Gorée Island, a location where boys are for sale, in a disturbing practice that is more than likely still happening to this day. This is a story that will make you sick to your stomach, and a story that will have you questioning everything you know and thought you knew... - - - SUBSCRIBE TO …

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Glendalough & The History Tourists Are Never Told 35:00

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Glendalough is one of Ireland’s most iconic and picturesque destinations. Its medieval monastery and stunning mountain landscape attract around one million tourists every year. However behind the postcard-perfect scenery lies a history that rarely makes it into the tourist brochures. In this episode, I veer off the well-trodden paths to uncover the…

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454 - The Light of the World Sex Cult 2:49:39

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Have you ever heard of La Luz Del Mundo? a.k.a., LLDM? a.k.a., The Church of the Living God, Pillar and Support of Truth The Light of the World? Naasón Joaquín García, the leader of this church based in Guadalajara, Mexico (that some estimates claim has up to seven million members worldwide) is currently in prison after being found guilty of three …

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The Ice House Horror: Irene Whites Story 1:06:02

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In this episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries we delve into the brutal murder of Irene White in 2005. Host Nules recounts the tragic story of a mother of three stabbed 34 times in her Dundalk home. The podcast explores the complex investigation, including anonymous tips from Australia, the eventual arrest of the killer, and the surprising confess…

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Short Suck #33 - The Great Race of Mercy 50:47

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Remember when a bunch of dogs saved hundreds of human’s lives in Alaska a century ago? In January of 1925, diphtheria, a deadly disease, swept through the village Nome, Alaska… killing multiple children. The town was frozen in for the winter. No roads in or out. No ships able to break through the ice in the sea around it. No planes able to fly thro…

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The ORIGINAL "Pedophile Island": Pitcairn, A Dark Stain On British History 36:13

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In today's episode, we investigate the notorious story of PITCAIRN ISLAND. It's a story that will make you sick to your stomach, and a story that will have you questioning everything you know and thought you knew... - - SUBSCRIBE TO "THE CONSPIRACY FILES" on YouTube!: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsYWvjBZc6nhVspRKh9BppQ - LISTEN TO "THE CONSPIRACY FIL…

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A History of Ireland's Last Great Wilderness 30:10

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Vast, windswept, and seemingly untouched—the landscape around the Sally Gap in Wicklow is a place where history appears to vanish into the heather and mist. With no houses and few traces of human settlement, this moorland feels like a true wilderness. Yet, the story of this landscape is one forged by ancient forces, human ambition, and exploitation…

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453 - The House of Horrors Killer Gary Heidnik 2:17:06

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Ever heard of Gary Heidnik? Pop culture wise, he's made a much bigger impact than most murderers, but few seem to know his story. This literal genius, who was also schizophrenic, joined the army, became a nurse, made hundreds of thousands of dollars in the stock market, crushed whatever college courses he took, formed his own successful church, and…

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The DARK SIDE Of P. Diddy: My Interview With A FREAK OFF Survivor 51:03

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I interviewed Tanea, who has some crazy stories to share about a P Diddy party that she attended back in the year 2018. This story will send shivers down your spine, as Tanea (previously featured on "Soft White Underbelly" and TMZ) goes into detail about baby oil, what she saw at Diddy's freak off parties, and celebrities that she saw there. - - SU…

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The Mad Gasser of Mattoon 28:52

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At the end of summer 1944, the residents of small town Mattoon, Illinois, started reporting strange chemical smells in their homes that led to intense symptoms of sickness. Many also reported seeing a figure outside their home that would flee the scene. This figure became known as the Mad Gasser of Mattoon and for weeks, a terrorized town and polic…

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Breaking Ireland's Bandit Country: The Wicklow Military Road 42:21

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In 1800, in the wake of the 1798 Rebellion, the British military began construction of the Wicklow Military Road. Designed to bring control to the so-called “bandit country” of the Wicklow Mountains, this road now winds through some of the most remote and picturesque landscapes in Ireland. Its history is as dramatic as the scenery it traverses. Bui…

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Episode 213 [Part 1 & 2]: Dying To Be Beautiful - Cosmetic Surgery Deaths Abroad 0:35

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All episodes from 169 onwards are Patreon-only. I explain this on my last public episode. I will continue to update this feed and the website so that people know the Patreon is active. Listen to all episodes 169 and beyond in the Patreon feed. Join the Patreon community from $1 a month here: https://www.patreon.com/unknownpassagepodcast…

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452 - The Life and Works of Dr. Seuss 2:38:40

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You've undoubtably heard of Dr. Seuss. The author of The Cat in the Hat, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, Green Eggs and Ham, Horton Hears a Who! The Lorax, and so many other classic works of children's literature. But... how much do you know about Ted Geisel? Ted is the man behind the pseudonym, and he lived a very interesting life. And he wasn't …

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The Hidden Truth: Elaine O Hara's Story 50:08

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In this episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries Nules delves into the chilling case of Elaine O'Hara's disappearance and murder in Dublin in August 2012. The disappearance and murder of Elaine O'Hara shocked Ireland. What seemed like a tragic suicide became one of the country's most infamous killings. This case shows how even the most carefully pla…

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Short Suck #32 - The Identical Deaths of the Identical Marcus Twins 54:31

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Would you choose to have an identical twin? Someone who looked so much like you, that even your own mother couldn’t always tell the two of you apart? Someone whom friends and even lovers couldn’t distinguish you from? Someone who experienced the world in a way so similar to your own, that no one else could ever possibly be able to relate to you qui…

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The KENNEDY Family CURSE: Mysterious Deaths, Tragic Accidents & Murder 1:16:45

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The Kennedy family is one of the most infamous families in United States history, including famous members like John F. Kennedy, and Robert F. Kennedy, just to name a few. In today's episode, we examine the disturbing fates that many of the members of this infamous clan have met, and question why this curse seems to hover over this family like a bl…

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What happened to Ireland’s Protestant Community after the Revolution? 31:35

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Between 1911 and 1926, the Irish Protestant population fell by over 30%. This podcast explores why this happened, as well as how the majority who remained adapted to life in the Free State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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451 - Panic on the TV! Do Violent Movies Create Violent Children? 2:30:31

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Today we talk about moral panics. Specifically, the "Video Nasty" moral panic that happened in the UK in the early 1980s, and then again in the 1990s, when there was widespread fear that by kids watching horror movies with titles like Cannibal Holocaust, Flesh for Frankenstein, I Spit on Your Grave, and The Last House on the Left, they would litera…

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The OKLAHOMA CITY BOMBING Cover-Up: A "Suicide", The Second Man & A Whole Lot Of Questions 47:57

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In 1995, a horrific event rocked the city of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, when a homemade bomb exploded near the Alfred P. Murrah building, ending the lives of 168 people and setting into action a disturbing sequence of events. But years later, the general public still has unanswered questions, mainly involving missing police reports, the highly suspic…

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The IRA's Great Escape: Mountjoy Jail, 1925 27:50

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In 1925, nineteen IRA prisoners orchestrated a daring escape from Mountjoy Jail in the heart of Dublin. Join me and historian Sam McGrath as we delve into the history of the IRA following the Civil War and uncover the remarkable story behind this audacious breakout. Sound: Kate Dunlea Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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450 - Serial Killer Pee Wee Gaskins: Meanest Man in America 2:42:45

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Pee Wee Gaskin's diminutive size of 5'2" tall and 130 pounds soaking wet didn't stop him from brutally killing at least eleven people, and possibly up to 105. The South Carolina serial killer murdered for a lot of reasons: revenge and personal vendettas, fits of rage, but mostly to satisfy a deep-rooted urge to rape, torture, and kill young women. …

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Episode 212 [Part 1 & 2]: Peter Bergmann - Ireland’s John Doe 0:35

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All episodes from 169 onwards are Patreon-only. I explain this on my last public episode. I will continue to update this feed and the website so that people know the Patreon is active. Listen to all episodes 169 and beyond in the Patreon feed. Join the Patreon community from $1 a month here: https://www.patreon.com/unknownpassagepodcast Extra episo…

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Beyond Reach: Deirdre Crowley's Story 46:54

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A father's love turned deadly. A mother's unwavering hope. The Deirdre Crowley case shook Ireland to its core. In our latest episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules tells the tragic story of 4-year-old Deirdre Crowley, whose disappearance captivated a nation for 20 months. It offers a chilling look at parental abduction, the failures in the …

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Short Suck #31 - Why Do We Do That? 47:05

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Today we're we’re gonna tackle a bunch of questions you never knew you needed answering, questions like: Why does the middle finger mean “fuck you”? Why do we blow out candles at birthday parties? Why do we cover our mouths when we yawn? And where does the whole making "bunny ears" with your fingers behind someone's head when they're getting their …

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The BBC Pedophile Ring: Decades of Abuse, Cover-Ups & Murder 52:10

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The BBC has remained one of Britain's most influential news sources and networks for decades, even after being accused of covering up a series of extremely disturbing and grotesque crimes. But did there exist an actual RING within the BBC that was dedicated to the victimization of Britain's youth? In today's episode, I attempt to find out. - - SUBS…

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Stories We Don't Tell: Realities of Surviving the Great Hunger 37:00

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The history of the Great Hunger is often recounted through statistics and impersonal narratives. There are many reasons for this, but one significant factor is that many survivors were reluctant to share their stories of survival. In this episode, based on letters from the 1840s, I uncover a challenging chapter in our history. Among the stories rec…

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449 - Russia's Terrifying Cyberwar Against the West 2:58:27

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How much of what you read online has been planted there by Russian propagandists? How many times have you followed a social media account, or reposted information from an account, that's controlled by a Russian Troll Farm? How aware are you of Russia's ongoing (and shockingly successful) attempts to cripple and then topple America from within? This…

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Episode 211: Tami Oldham Ashcraft - Adrift On The Pacific 0:35

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All episodes from 169 onwards are Patreon-only. I explain this on my last public episode. I will continue to update this feed and the website so that people know the Patreon is active. Listen to all episodes 169 and beyond in the Patreon feed. Join the Patreon community from $1 a month here: https://www.patreon.com/unknownpassagepodcast…

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The Disappearance Of BRANDON SWANSON: Aliens, Murder Or WORSE? 1:09:30

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In 2008, a young man vanished in the middle of nowhere in rural Minnesota. And years later, not a single trace of him has ever been found. Join me today as we investigate the disappearance of Brandon Swanson, and search for the truth as to what really might have happened to him on the day that he vanished. You're listening to, THE CONSPIRACY FILES.…

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448 - The Delphi Murders 2:18:19

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On the afternoon of February 13th, 2017, in the sleepy little 3000(ish) person town of Delphi, Indiana, two local junior high girls and best friends, 13-year-old Abigail Joyce Williams and 14-year-old Liberty Rose Lynn German, went missing nearing an abandoned bridge near the edge of town. Their bloody bodies would be found the next day, but their …