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Boston Marathon Bombing and the Waltham Murders Sep 30, 2025

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The Boston Marathon bombing occurred on April 15, 2013, during the city’s 117th annual marathon. This is a world famous race, attracting participants from across the globe, and thousands of people had gathered near the finish line on Boylston Street near Copley Square. Suddenly, two homemade pressure cooker bombs exploded within 4 seconds of each other, just 210 yards apart. Tragically, three people were killed that day, and more than 260 others were injured.

In this episode, we look into the Boston Marathon bombing and the unsolved Waltham triple homicide. We will explore who Tamerlan Tsarnaev was and discuss theories about his potential role in the murder, his radicalization and time on the Terrorist Watch List, and whether he may have been an FBI informant. From anti-Semitic motives to robbery theories, and the shocking connections that link these events to one of the largest acts of terrorism on US soil... we're about to tell you a story that you will shock you.

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A Look into the Viral Tik Tok Allegations Against Helen Keller Sep 16, 2025

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Helen Keller was born June 27, 1880 in Tuscumbia, Alabama, to a prominent family. While the family was well off, much of their wealth was lost during the Civil War, and they lived rather modestly. At 19 months, Helen became ill with a high fever due to what many presume to be Scarlet Fever, resulting in loss of eyesight and hearing. As she grew up, she was frustrated and unruly, prompting her parents to write to the Perkins School for the Blind to request help. The school sent Anne Sullivan, a 20 year old graduate of the school who suffered serious vision problems. Anne removed Helen from the home for a few weeks and the two lived in a cottage where Anne taught Helen to communicate with her hands. Over the next several years, Helen learned to read and write. Anne Sullivan remained Helen’s companion until her death, even helping her to earn a BA in 1904 from Radcliffe College, the female sister school of Harvard. Helen Keller went on to write over a dozen books, including an autobiography which went on to be adapted into The Miracle Worker. She also campaigned for social causes like women’s suffrage, labor rights, world peace, and was also a vocal advocate for those with disabilities. She was also a pacifist, a supporter of female birth control, and…. a eugenics supporter! She was a member of the Socialist Party and a founding member of the ACLU. S he worked for the American Foundation for the Blind for over 40 years, influencing policy and public perceptions of disability worldwide, and traveled to more than 35 countries to promote education and accessibility. She died in 1961 after suffering a series of strokes, and was celebrated posthumously… Until 2020 when hashtags like #helenkellerisfake and #helenkellerisoverparty started trending on Tik Tok. Conspiracy theorists claimed that Helen Keller either didn’t exist, wasn’t truly deaf and blind, or didn’t accomplish the things she’s famous for—from writing books to earning a degree or speaking publicly. Some videos even suggested she “faked” her disabilities or that her teacher Anne Sullivan was pulling the strings behind the scenes. What started out as satire quickly came to be believed as truth by many. But what is the truth?

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Rafael Pacheco Pérez: The Real Story of the Pilot Possessed by Aliens Sep 12, 2025

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On June 21, 1976, Rafael Pacheco Pérez, a student pilot at the Escuela de Aviación México, embarked on a solo training flight from Mexico City to Chimalhuacán. Shortly after takeoff, he vanished from radar, and an hour later, reappeared over Acapulco—approximately three hours in the opposite direction of his intended destination. The aircraft, designed for short flights, was low on fuel and not equipped for such a journey. During communication with air traffic control, Pacheco's voice reportedly became altered, delivering a message from an entity claiming to be using him as a "microphone" to transmit a message. The message conveyed that the beings were from the same universe, observing humanity, and warned of an impending global catastrophe if humanity did not change. Upon landing, Pacheco appeared disoriented and was taken for a medical evaluation. Despite being tested for intoxication, he was found to be in perfect health, with no drugs or alcohol in his system. But what is the truth behind one of Mexico's most popular aviation mysteries? Was the pilot truly possessed by extraterrestrial creatures trying to save humanity, and if so were they able to break the time space continuum? Was he suffering from a Menty-B? Was it all a hoax perpetrated by the pilot? Or is this just another urban legend to debunk?

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RE-RELEASE: The Coca Cola Conspiracies Sep 02, 2025

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Coca-cola, established in 1886, has evolved into one of the world’s most recognized beverage brands. Over its extensive history, the company has been at the center of various controversies and conspiracy theories. Today, we’re going to delve into some of them.

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The Death of the Original Superman, George Reeves Jul 01, 2025

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Before there was Henry Cavill, Tom Welling, Dean Cain, or Christopher Reeve… there was the OG Superman… George Reeves was an actor in the 1930s, who’s burgeoning career stalled when he enlisted in WW2. After the war he struggled to find parts, and in need of money, he begrudgingly accepted the role of Superman in the television series Adventures of Superman. The show was a hit, but led to type casting. As a result, he had difficulty being taken seriously for other acting opportunities. Off-screen, Reeves' personal life was tumultuous. He had a long-term affair with Toni Mannix, the wife of MGM executive Eddie Mannix, and later became engaged to a younger woman, Leonore Lemmon. These overlapping relationships, combined with career frustrations and financial stress, ultimately led to him being found dead of a a gunshot wound to the head in his Beverly Hills home on June 16, 1959 – a home his former girlfriend Toni had bought him. Was it suicide, as is listed as the official cause of death? The death was never adequately investigated, and there were discrepancies in the scene. Witnesses in the house gave conflicting stories, there were delays in calling the police, and multiple bullet holes were reportedly found in the room. Additionally, Reeves’ fingerprints were not found on the gun, and some friends claimed he was in good spirits in the days leading up to his death. Who had motive? Was it his fiancée - annoyed by his behavior that night and frustrated that he wasn't committed to getting married? Was it his ex, Toni Mannix, who was heartbroken and had been stalking the engaged couple to the point that he had attempted to obtain a restraining order? Or was it her husband, Eddie Mannix who was to blame? After all, he had mob and police connections as the VP of MGM, and was tired of hearing his wife obsess over George.

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Dyatlov Pass Jun 24, 2025

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In January 1959, nine experienced Soviet hikers from the Ural Polytechnic Institute set off on a ski trek in the northern Ural Mountains, aiming to reach Mount Otorten. The group, led by Igor Dyatlov, consisted of eight men and two women, almost all in their early to mid-20s. These experienced hikers were supposed to send a telegram at each checkpoint they reached. The first telegram came, the second did not. A search party went looking for them and on February 26, 1959, their abandoned campsite was discovered. Inside the tents were neatly folded clothing, with gear left behind (ie., there may be one shoe in the tent but the other was. Missing). The tent was slashed open from the inside. Bodies were found in various locations, in various states of dress. The bodies had swapped clothing (for example, male clothing on the females and vice versa). Six of the hikers cause of death was hypothermia, and the other 3 were killed d/t chest and head trauma. What makes this even odder, is that he clothing revealed hgh levels of radiation. Locals and soldiers reported strange orange lights in the night sky around this time. And the decomposing bodies had orange tinted skin and grey hair. The Soviet authorities initially ruled that the hikers died due to an "unknown compelling force". The investigation was quickly closed, and the files were classified. But what really happened? Was it an avalanche, recent investigtions by the Russian government would have you believe? Was the military somehow involved? Could it have been a Yeti? Or was there something more paranormal at play?

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The Century Long Debate Regarding Fluoridation: Medical Breakthrough or Government Conspiracy? Jun 17, 2025

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In 1901, Frederick McKay was a dentist who opened a practice in Colorado Springs and found that his patients all seemed to have stained/mottled teeth, but no cavities. Why was this? He determined, after nearly 30 years and with the help of other researchers, that they all had what is now called fluorosis – and it was the result of high levels of fluoride in the Colorado Springs drinking water. He reported his findings to the dental community, and people started comparing fluoride levels and dental hygiene in various geographical areas. In the 1930s, a dentist with the US Public Health Service, sought to determine how high the level of fluoride in the water could be before it caused mottling, in hopes they could remove fluoride from water sources where there were higher levels. During his study, he learned that low doses had a protective effect. It was reported that when natural fluoride concentration was greater than 1 part per million, the incidence of cavities was seen to be reduced by some 50-65% and the World Health Organization began to recommend supplemental fluoride where levels were low.
In the 1940s and 50s, there was a push to fluoridate water in the US and Canada, reportedly in an attempt to improve dental health. This practice was immediately divisive, and remains that way today. Today, the American Dental Association remains a strong advocate of adding fluoride to water and estimates that every dollar spent on fluoridation saves about fifty dollars in future dental expenses. Nonetheless, for the last7 0 years there have been people who felt that the government had and continues to have a more nefarious goal… Was this all a communist plot to undermine American health or control the population? Other critics note similarities between MK Ultra studies and fluoridating water. The potential goal of mind control was even referenced in the 1964 political satire Dr Strangelove – in which one of the characters, General Jack D. Ripper believes that fluoridation of public water supplies is a Communist conspiracy designed to weaken American willpower. He sees it as a sinister plot to destroy "our precious bodily fluids". Was this all a conspiracy to cover up and get rid of fluoride, an industrial waste product of fertilizer? Finally, there are those who believe that water fluoridation is an infringement of individual rights - similar to mass medication or vaccination without consent. Additional concerns surround the potential negative health effects including bone cancer, thyroid issues, and cognitive deficits in children – but what is the truth? Is fluoride in our water a cheap and effective way to improve dental health? Or is there something more sinister at play?

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The Lost Colony of Roanoke Jun 10, 2025

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In 1587, a small English colony was established on an island off of North America's east coast. It was meant to be the first permanent English settlement, but the colonists mysteriously disappeared. Known as the lost colony of Roanoke, it remains one of America's greatest historical mysteries, with only vague clues, and no definitive evidence, fueling ongoing speculation and theories.

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The Mysterious Death of Marilyn Monroe Jun 03, 2025

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Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jeane Mortenson, 99 years ago this week. Rising to fame in the 1950s, she captivated audiences with her beauty, charm, and vulnerability. She starred in numerous successful films, including Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, The Seven Year Itch, and Some Like It Hot, solidifying her status as a Hollywood legend. Despite her glamorous public image, Norma Jeane battled with personal struggles including mental health issues, substance abuse, and a string of troubled relationships. On August 5, 1962, Norma Jeane was found dead in her Los Angeles home at the age of 36. The official cause of death was listed as a probable suicide due to an overdose of barbiturates. A bottle of sleeping pills was found near her bed, and she had reportedly been dealing with depression in the weeks leading up to her death. However, her death has remained shrouded in mystery and controversy. Numerous inconsistencies in the timeline of her final hours, the delay in contacting authorities, and the disappearance of personal documents and records have fueled speculation that her death may not have been a simple suicide. Some believe that foul play was involved, citing her alleged affairs with high-profile political figures such as President John F. Kennedy and his brother Robert F. Kennedy as a possible motive for a cover-up. Other theories range from involvement by the CIA or FBI to suggestions that Norma was silenced due to knowledge of state secrets. Whether her death was a tragic accident, a suicide, or something more sinister, it remains one of Hollywood’s most tragic mysteries.

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Old Wives Tales May 13, 2025

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Today, we are unraveling age-old superstitions, myths, and beliefs passed down through generations. Can waking a sleepwalker kill them? Is it true the caffeine stunts your growth? Do we really need to wait 30 minutes after eating to go for a swim? In this week's episode, we are exploring the origins of these quirky traditions and uncovering the truth behind them.

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