Bust or Trust: A Kids’ Mystery Podcast

Calling all Chief Detectives! Bust or Trust is a podcast for curious kids’ who’d like to get to the bottom of some of the world’s most interesting mysteries. From Big Foot to the Lost City of Atlantis, “Myth Truster” Tiernan Douieb and “Myth Buster” Athena Kugblenu take you through each case. It’s up to the Chief Detectives listening to decide if they bust the myth or trust it!
A real family listen, full of fun facts and silly jokes, this podcast encourages young listeners to think critically about “evidence” and how to debate and disagree in a playful and productive way.
Fun for ages 6 – 106.
Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kids.
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Latest Episodes:

Chupacabra - The Vampire Beast Oct 20, 2023

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The Chupacabra is a fearsome beast that (yuck alert) sucks the blood from goats and sheep across South America. Looking like a spiny backed reptile...no wait...a hairless dog...no wait...a round headed monster with no...er...bottom. No one is really sure, but that's why Tiernan and Athena are looking at the case of the famous vampire creature and getting all the evidence together. Then you, our Chief Detectives can examine it all and work out whether the Chupacabra exists. Let us know what you think! Warning: Contains icky descriptions and er...creatures with no bottoms.

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Mokele-Mbembe - The Dinosaur In The Congo Oct 13, 2023

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You've heard of the Loch Ness monster, but did you know deep in the River Congo, in Africa, there lurks another dinosaur? Maybe. There are many tales about the Mokele-Mbembe, but is there actually any proof for this large swimming dinosaur? Or has everyone just got very confused about some rhinos? Once again Athena and Tiernan take to the case to gather all the evidence so you, our Chief Detectives can figure out the truth. Just make sure you get in touch to let us know your thoughts.

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Roswell Oct 06, 2023

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In 1947, a mysterious object was seen in the sky over Roswell, USA, before crashing down onto a ranch. For many, many years some people have believed it was a UFO. The US army and government denied it, but could it be they were covering up the truth about little green people visiting Earth? Or is just that weather balloons are quite boring and not worth making a fuss about. Tiernan and Athena look at this famous mystery this week, getting all the evidence together so our Chief Detectives can really investigate the case. Let us know which team you're on!

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Do Fairies Exist? Sep 29, 2023

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Clap your hands if you believe in fairies! Fairy tales are the best and everyone loves the idea of happy little winged creatures who grant wishes. But some people claim to have actually seen them in real life in different places all over the world. And there's even photoes and a teeny, tiny shoe too that could only have come from a small magical person, couldn't it? In this week's episode Athena and Tiernan gather all the evidence and so the chief detectives can work out if fairies are real or Cinderella was telling fibs all along.

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The Mothman Sep 22, 2023

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The Mothman is a famous urban myth in West Virginia, USA. Is there a strange larged winged creature who screeches at people and predicts tragic events? Or is it just an angry heron playing pranks? Tiernan and Athena look into the legendary monster and get all the evidence together to help you Chief Detectives work out if it exists or not. And whether its safe to wear a woolly jumper without it getting nibbled by a big moth person. Let us know what you think!

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The Crystal Skulls Sep 15, 2023

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The thirteen perfectly carved crystal skulls have made many ask questions about where they came from and what they do. But are they ancient Mayan relics or just fun ornaments made in a factory? And if all thirteen are ever brought together, will the owner gain great power? This week Athena and Tiernan pull all the evidence together to give the Chief Detectives the power to work out what they think. Make sure you let us know your thoughts on this case that's not as clear cut as those Crystal Skulls themselves.

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The Hampton Court Hauntings Sep 08, 2023

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Built in the 16th century for King Henry VIII, Hampton Court Palace became one of the King’s most favourite homes. Today, it’s mostly known as a very popular tourist attraction, but it is also known as one of the most haunted places in England, with at least 5 ghosts said to roam its grounds and rooms. In the this episode Tiernan and Athena examine all the evidence for the hauntings - including one example that even Athena might struggle to debunk. Tell us what you think Chief Detectives!

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The Voynich Manuscript Sep 01, 2023

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Perhaps dating from the 16th century or even earlier, the Voynich Manuscript is a book of mysterious words and drawings that contains information in code that no one has ever been able to understand. Is it a hoax from the middle ages or a source of amazing knowledge yet to be unlocked? Listen to the evidence from Tiernan and Athena and make up your mind Chief Detectives!

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Is There Life on Mars? Aug 25, 2023

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Humans have wondered for years if there is life on other planets, especially on our neighbour Mars. There have been lots of books, movies and even radio shows about Martians and little green people. Could it actually be possible that there's life on Mars? Get ready to blast off with some exciting evidence from Athena and Tiernan: we need you, our Chief Detectives, to shine a light on the case.

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The Supernatural Abilities of Rasputin Aug 18, 2023

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Rasputin was the infamous adviser to the last Emperor and Empress of Russia, who claimed to have supernatural healing abilities - supposedly healing their very sick son. Rasputin had a lot of influence, and not everyone in the Russian court was happy with his ideas. He has been remembered as both a hero and a villain. Athena and Tiernan have uncovered the evidence, what do you think Chief Detectives?

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