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Wyrd Wessex

Dive into the weird, spooky and supernatural with Wyrd Wessex, a podcast hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy Stevens. These self-proclaimed "wyrdo"s" delve into the mysteries, myths, and legends of the world, focusing on the UK, but sometimes straying further afield. Expect to hear chilling ghost stories, explorations of unexplained phenomena, and even dabbles into true crime. Whether you"re fascinated by hauntings, folklore, Ufology or cryptids, Wyrd Wessex has something for you. So, if you"re ready to

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All Episodes

39:13

Summer Road Trip Part 2

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2025/09/03

In this epic episode, Andy and Craig head out on the road and venture into the wild heart of Cornwall. From holy wells to smugglers' inns, they explore a land where ancient myths and local legends are as real as the landscape itself.The JourneyA "Wyrd" Night on Dartmoor:The hosts recount a foggy night on the moor that included Andy's mysterious snoring and a creepy sound outside the tent that may or may not have been a sheep... or something else.Buckfast Abbey & Its Infamous Tonic:They visit the

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29:10

AfterWyrd — Cosmic Tunnels, Big Cats & Ball Lightning

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2025/08/29

Hello and welcome to AfterWyrd, the place where we discuss current weird events and little bits that won't fit into the show.Join your Wyrdo's, Craig and Andy, as they discuss the strangest news stories from around the UK and beyond.This week, the Wyrdo's chat about:Big Cat Sighting:A train driver has an anonymous encounter with a large black panther near the M5 in Worcestershire, sparking debate about the creature's existence. The hosts discuss the credibility of anonymous reports and new sightings

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39:51

Summer Road Trip Part 1

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2025/08/27

This week on Wyrd Wessex, the Wyrdos are on the first leg of their summer road trip, exploring some of the West Country's most haunted locations.We cover:Knowlton Rings:We visit a ruined church built on a pagan henge and discuss the legend of a ghost bell, a menacing black figure, and a listener's story about a spooky witch photoshoot.Wind Whistle Hill:We pull over on the infamous A30, a hotspot for UFOs and the supernatural. We delve into its history of murderous highwaymen and a spectral witch,

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25:08

Afterwyrd: The Unicorn Skull Heist, Radioactive Wasps...

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2025/08/22

Hello and welcome to Afterwyrd, where we cram in all the wyrdness that doesn't fit into our regular episodes. This week, we're diving into a trio of wild stories that cover everything from ancient myths to modern-day mysteries.In this episode:The Unicorn Skull Heist:Craig has a major update on the mysterious unicorn skull found in Cornwall and traded for unlimited beer. Was it a horse skull with a cow's horn attached? Did the pub owner take it to a museum or keep it for himself? We've got the latest

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43:58

Aliens, Cryptids & Bizarre Humanoids!

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2025/08/20

This week onWyrd Wessex, we're diving into four incredible encounters with bizarre humanoid beings from all over the UK. Andy and Craig discuss the tales, weigh the evidence, and pick their favorites.The Gateshead Grey (1940):The wild story of a five-year-old boy's encounter with a group of aliens during WWII, including the now-legendary moment when his uncle "intervened" with a coal shovel. The story also features a visit from the Men in Black and a strange physical mark that remained for years.Sam

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5:22

Does a "Golden Age" mean a return to religious...

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2025/08/15

In a recent speech to Parliament, a Member of Parliament has sparked controversy with powerful rhetoric that paints a dangerous and misleading picture of Britain's present and future. This video breaks down the key claims made in his speech, from his stance on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill to his calls for "religious cleansing."We'll examine how his claim that Parliament has authorised "the killing of the elderly and disabled" is a total misrepresentation of a bill that actually

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38:18

AfterWyrd: Soul Farms, Lost Cities & 757 UAPs!

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2025/08/15

Hello and welcome to AfterWyrd!Andy and Craig are back from their road trip and ready to dive into a whole new level of strange. This week, the guys are tackling some of the biggest questions of all: what happens when we die, are there lost cities beneath the waves, and are we being visited by aliens? Grab your headphones and prepare for a journey into the weird!In this episode:The Afterlife Debate:We kick things off with two contrasting stories of what happens after we die. Is it a terrifying "soul

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The Missing Poetics of Footprints with Alex Stevenson

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2025/08/13

Today, the Wyrdos are joined by Alex Stevenson to discuss his dissertation,The missing poetics of footprints in mid 20th century American cryptozoological writing.We cover some fascinating topics, including:The Poetics of the Trace:We dive into Alex's theory that Bigfoot stories can be read as a form of literature, where a footprint is not just evidence but a poetic "trace" of something missing.Ivan T. Sanderson:We learn about the life and legacy of this pioneering explorer and author, who was less

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34:54

AfterWyrd: Slender Man, Alien Probes & The Pentagon's...

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2025/08/08

Hello and welcome toAfterWyrd, the show where Andy and Craig cram all the weirdness they can't fit into the regular show.In this episode:The Slender Man Case:An update on the conditional release of Morgan, one of the two teens involved in the infamous stabbing case.Alien Probes:A discussion on the newly discovered interstellar object31 Atlasand theDark Forest Hypothesis.The Pentagon's Ghostbusters:A look into a documentary about a fringe group of US government officials who have been investigating

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52:14

Am Fear Liath Mòr: The Big Grey Man of Ben Macdhui!

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2025/08/06

Join your favourite 2 Wyrdos, Andy and Craig, as they journey north to Ben Macdhui, Scotland's chilling second-highest peak! Prepare to be unnerved as they explore the legends of Am Fear Liath Mòr, the Big Grey Man, and other bizarre phenomena. Hear incredible (and genuinely terrifying) accounts from seasoned mountaineers: from heart-pounding escapes from invisible footsteps, to psychic conversations, and even a January night spent with a massive, swaggering, brown creature. Discover strange voices,

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28:54

AfterWyrd: Ozzy's Legacy, Loft Phroggers & Fake Sperm...

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2025/08/01

Welcome back to AfterWyrd, where we dive into the strange, mysterious, and downright bizarre stuff that doesn't quite fit the main show! We kick things off with a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, discussing his massive impact on music and the fascination with the occult. From his Black Sabbath days to his iconic solo career, Ozzy truly was the Prince of Darkness! Then, things take a truly unsettling turn with a terrifying true story about a man who set up a camera to catch a food

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77:12

Interview with Maxim Furek: Annabelle, Bigfoot & The...

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2025/07/30

Join us on Wyrd Wessex as we dive deep with acclaimed author and paranormal researcher Maxim Furek! He kicks things off with some jaw-dropping "breaking news" about the infamous Annabelle doll and a bizarre chain of events surrounding its recent tour, including a tragic, unsettling coincidence involving its handler in Gettysburg. You won't believe what he shares!We also explore Maxim's captivating book, "The Shepton, The Myth, Miracle, and Music," which ties a local mining disaster to a

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24:03

AfterWyrd: Russia's Doomsday Radio, Cursed Football &...

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2025/07/25

Welcome back to Afterwyrd, where we dive into all the strange stuff that doesn't quite fit anywhere else! In this episode, Andy and Craig are rambling through some seriously wyrd news: What's up with Russia's creepy, cryptic Cold War-era radio station? Is it a doomsday device, a secret communication, or just really loud static? You won't believe how one Chinese football team tried to win their matches... by channeling evil spirits and getting hit with a fine! Was it a curse, or just bad

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24:47

A Bloody Valentine in Lower Quinton

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2025/07/23

This episode was originally released as a paid bonus on Substack for Valentines day. Happy Valentine's Day! Andy and Craig are diving into the incredibly strange and gruesome 1945 murder of Charles Walton in rural England. Found brutally killed with his own farming tools and a cross carved into his chest, locals whispered it was the work of witches. We'll explore the eerie coincidences, including another death in the same field exactly 60 years prior, and the accusations of Walton himself being a

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32:09

AfterWyrd: Cult Books, Ghost Photos & Haunted Britain!

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2025/07/18

Welcome back to AfterWyrd, where Craig and Andy squeeze in all the bizarre, mysterious, and downright odd tales that don't quite fit into the main show! Join them as they delve into Andy's haul of weird books from a free bookstore, including a fascinating (and possibly "cultish") 1950s handbook from the Legion of Mary! The weirdness continues in their news segment with: kids reacting strangely to smart speakers, a controversial photo allegedly showing a soul leaving a body, and a heated discussion

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39:34

Corfe Castle: Blood, Betrayal & The White Lady

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2025/07/16

Join Andy and Craig on Wyrd Wessex as they unlock the chilling secrets of Corfe Castle after dark, given exclusive after-hours access that brings a thousand years of bloody history to life. Go beyond the usual visitor experience, led in part by local blacksmith and historian, Alistair, as they delve into the castle's most hidden corners, including a special ascent to the King's View Tower, an area unseen by the public for centuries! From the chilling murder of a boy king at its gates to the defiant

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25:06

AfterWyrd: Haunted Skulls, Panther Men & Noah's Ark...

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2025/07/11

Welcome back to AfterWyrd, where Craig and Andy squeeze in all the bizarre, mysterious, and downright odd tales that don't quite fit into the main show! This week, the guys broadcast from a secret undisclosed location. Join them as they delve into Craig's latest (and strangest) acquisition: a haunted deer skull with a surprising origin story and an unexpected connection to starting a cult! Then, things get bizarre with the mystery of the "Panther Man" terrorizing Merseyside in a skin-tight cat suit

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29:35

The Cecil Hotel & The Elisa Lam Mystery

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2025/07/09

Welcome back to Wyrd Wessex! Andy and Craig are diving into the deeply unsettling case of Elisa Lam and the infamous Cecil Hotel (now "Stay on Main"). This isn't just a missing person story; it's woven into a building with a terrifying past. We'll explore the Cecil's grim history, from its glamorous start to becoming a magnet for tragedy, connected to figures like the Black Dahlia and serial killers Richard Ramirez and Jack Unterweger. It's rumoured to be one of LA's most haunted spots! Then, we

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19:29

AfterWyrd: Stone Soldiers, Ghost Ships & Ozzy's DNA!

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2025/07/03

It's another episode of AfterWyrd, where we ramble about all the bizarre stuff that's not on the main show! This time, prepare for a seriously chilling ghost ship tale from 1989 that involves a corpse at the helm and a bloody cutlass.Then, things get even wilder with a story of demonic possession and house fires in Leeds, featuring a resident who allegedly greeted firefighters with a literal hiss!Next up, hear about the utterly bonkers news that Ozzy Osbourne is selling his own DNA for future

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47:49

The Vanishing Triangles of Bermuda and the Devil's Sea

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2025/07/02

Join Andy and Craig on Wyrd Wessex as they dive into the chilling enigmas of the Bermuda Triangle and the Dragon's Triangle. From the inexplicable vanishing of Flight 19 and its rescue plane, where compasses spun wildly and reality seemed to warp, to ancient Japanese legends of sea demons swallowing ships whole. Discover how these notorious regions have claimed countless vessels and aircraft without a trace for centuries. Are these disappearances due to extreme natural phenomena, or something far

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