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:

The Mystical Powers of Baba Vanga Aug 11, 2023

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Baba Vanga was a Bulgarian mystic who claimed to have all sorts of powers including seeing the future, speaking to spirits and healing people with herbs. She had many followers, including members of the Bulgarian government of the time. But could she really do all those things, or was it just a lot of rumour and hearsay? Athena and Tiernan have gathered all the evidence for you, our Chief Detectives, what do you think?

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The Third Person Factor Aug 04, 2023

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Many people who have been in extreme situations, like mountain climbers and polar explorers, have reported feeling the comforting presence of an extra person when going through something very tough. Some have even claimed this presence saved their lives. There have been so many cases that it's been called The Third Person Factor. Athena and Tiernan have got all the evidence together, so it's for you Chief Detectives to decide: is there really a guiding spirit out there, or is it all a trick of the mind?

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The Disappearance of Amelia Earhart Jul 28, 2023

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Amelia Earhart was an amazing pilot who smashed all sorts of records to become one of the most respected aviation experts in history. But on her flight round round the world she suddenly vanished and was never heard from again. Many people assumed she had an accident over the Pacific Ocean, but is it possible she actually landed on one of the many islands there? Athena and Tiernan will bring you the most compelling evidence and then it's up to you, out Chief Detectives, to decide.

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The Legend of King Arthur Jul 21, 2023

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King Arthur was the legendary King of Britain in the early 5th Century. He was famous for his knights of the round table, Camelot and his Sorceress sister Morgan Le Fey. But what if there is some truth to the myth? Could King Arthur have actually existed? Tiernan and Athena will present the evidence, and it's your quest, our Chief Detectives, to solve the mystery.

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The Kraken Jul 14, 2023

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For years Norwegian sailors have spoken of monstrous beasts on the high seas that could drag whole ships down to the murky depths, never to be seen again. Some said The Kraken were up to miles in length and the idea struck fear into many a seagoing adventurer. So Chief Detectives, is The Kraken a real enormous beast waiting to devour all on the seas? Or just a misunderstood creature? Listen to Tiernan and Athena present the facts and make up your mind.

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The Yeti aka The Abominable Snowman Jul 08, 2023

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The Yeti, or abominable snowmen, are ape-like creatures who are said to roam the mountains of the himalayas. Many people claim to have seen them, but like big foot, no solid proof has been found - until now? Athena and Tiernan will present the best evidence for you, our Chief Detectives, then it's up to you decide - is there really a snowy mountain monster? Or is just a lot of funny footprints.

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A short message from Tiernan and Athena - New episodes coming on the 7th of July Jun 09, 2023

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We've now finished with season 1 of Bust or Trust and will be back soon!

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The Secret Tomb of Genghis Khan Jun 02, 2023

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Genghis Khan was the mighty leader of Mongolia who conquered most of Asia around 800 years ago. He was both loved and feared, but all agreed that he was a powerful force. When he died he was buried in a magnificent tomb that was so secret only his family knew where it was - anyone else who saw it was killed to keep it hidden. Archeologists think they have now found it's location in the mountains of Mongolia. Athena and Tiernan have collected the evidence, so it's up to you Chief Detectives to decide if it really has been found.

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The Demon Dancing Plague of Central Europe May 26, 2023

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In Medieval Europe there were all sorts of illnesses and outbreaks, but none were as strange as the dancing plague. Those affected would dance for days without being able to stop. At the time people believed the dancing was caused by mischievous demons, and there's still no scientific explanation. Athena and Tiernan have gathered all the evidence, do you think you, our Chief Detectives, can find the real explanation?

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The Treasure of Oak Island May 19, 2023

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On the mysterious Oak Island off the coast of Canada there is myth that buried treasure is hidden somewhere. Treasure hunters, adventurers and archeologists have tried to find it but with little luck - so is there really anything there?! Tiernan and Athena have gathered the evidence, can you, Chief Detectives, solve the mysyery?

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