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The Mind Blown Podcast

Join Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens as they delve into the most fascinating and mind-boggling topics from history and everyday life. This podcast is your gateway to the strange and wonderful, uncovering hidden secrets of the past and exploring the quirkiest aspects of our world. Tune in for captivating conversations, intriguing stories, and a journey through the curious corners of life that will leave you astonished and inspired. Do you remember Tinkerbelle dotting the "i" in the Disney

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67:56

#50 - Twisted Origins of the Phrases You Say Without...

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2025/06/07

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens take you on a wild linguistic ride through the dark, twisted, and downright bizarre origins of common phrases you use every day—without ever questioning why. Did “saved by the bell” really come from boxing... or was it from people being buried alive in the 1700s? From puppet murderers and medieval rooftops to pigs kicking beams and reading laws aloud before riots, this episode unpacks the strange stories behind the sayings that slip into our conversations. (And yes,

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64:24

#49 - What Lurks Near You? The Creepiest Cryptids in...

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2025/05/31

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens venture into the shadowy world of US cryptids, the mysterious beings said to dwell just beyond the veil of our known reality, from the unsettling grins of the Black-Eyed Kids to the elusive Michigan Dogman, this episode explores creatures that that follows you home. Who is the White Thing, and why does it terrify rural communities? What do the Stick Indians whisper in the woods? Listeners will meet a host of uncanny entities. Are these just folklore... or is something

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#48 - Lizzie Borden Took an Axe… Or Did She?

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2025/05/24

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens take you into the chilling world of Lizzie Borden, the woman accused of one of the most infamous double murders in American history. In 1892, the quiet town of Fall River, Massachusetts, was rocked by the gruesome axe killings of Andrew and Abby Borden. The primary suspect? Their seemingly prim and proper daughter, Lizzie. From the details of the crime scene to the bizarre behavior that followed, they explore the cast of suspects, the shocking trial, and the lingering

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#47 - Legally Bizarre: The Strangest State Laws in...

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2025/05/17

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens take you on a hilarious, head-scratching tour of the strangest laws still technically on the books in the United States. From pickles that must bounce in Connecticut to a bathtub-banishing donkey in Arizona, this episode is a legal labyrinth of bizarre bureaucracy and outdated oddities. Whether it’s illegal couch décor, surprise pizzas, or outlawed seaweed collecting under the moonlight, these real (and ridiculous) laws will have you laughing, gasping, and wondering

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53:05

#46 - H. H. Holmes: America's First Serial Killer And...

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2025/05/10

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens take you inside the twisted mind and bone-chilling exploits of America’s first known serial killer: H. H. Holmes. Beneath the polished facade of a charming doctor and businessman, Holmes constructed his infamous “Murder Castle” during the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair—a labyrinthine hotel rigged with trapdoors, gas chambers, and secret chutes designed for death. What drove this calculating killer? How did he lure his victims? And what secrets were sealed behind the walls

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46:12

#45 - The Most Dangerous, Chaotic Olympic Event That...

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2025/05/03

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens dive into what may be the most disastrously absurd sporting event in Olympic history: the 1904 men’s marathon in St. Louis, considered so dangerous that countries later petitioned to have the race banned altogether. Set against a backdrop of scorching heat, open roads, and purposeful dehydration, the event quickly devolved into a chaotic spectacle of confusion, collapse, and questionable science. From hallucinations and fieldside naps to runners hitching car rides and

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66:35

#44 - From Apollo to SpaceX: The Weird, Wondrous &...

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2025/04/26

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens journey beyond the stars in this cosmic episode exploring the dazzling, dramatic, and sometimes devastating history of NASA and space exploration. From the tragic tales of Apollo 1, Challenger, and Columbia, to the wild ingenuity behind Apollo 8 and the moon landing, to the surprising ways space tech has transformed everyday products on Earth, the duo dives deep into the victories and heartbreaks of humankind’s quest for the final frontier. Get ready for the most

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64:43

#43 - Misconceptions on the Menu: What You Got All...

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2025/04/19

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens dive into the deliciously deceptive world of food myths, exposing the truth behind everything from whether you really need to wait an hour after eating to swim, to the origins of fortune cookies, Hawaiian pizza, and Caesar salad. Get ready for surprising facts about expiration dates, cooking science, and more. Say goodbye to kitchen folklore and hello to mind-blown mealtime revelations! Did you ever eat Cosmic Brownies? You'll never look at them the same way

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59:56

#42 - Am I Dreaming Right Now? A Guide to Lucid Dreaming

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2025/04/12

In this mind-expanding episode of The Mind Blown Podcast, Melanie Avalon and Danielle dive into the surreal world of lucid dreaming: when you become aware that you're dreaming and can take control of the dream itself. They share their personal experiences, discuss how common lucid dreaming actually is, and discuss reality checks, leveraging micro-awakenings, and even using insomnia to your advantage. From flying to dream sex to the mystical practice of dream yoga, they explore what most people

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92:19

#41 - The Year of Living Constitutionally – What the...

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2025/04/05

What happens when one man decides to actually live by the U.S. Constitution? In this hilariously profound and wildly informative conversation, Melanie Avalon welcomes beloved bestselling author A.J. Jacobs to discuss his latest book, The Year of Living Constitutionally: One Man's Humble Quest to Follow the Constitution’s Original Meaning.Melanie and A.J. dive deep into what it means to interpret America’s founding document literally—from carrying a musket around New York City (yes, really), to

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55:02

#40 - Thou Shalt Be Shocked: Biblical Misquotes &...

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2025/03/29

Melanie Avalon and Danielle explore mind-blowing misconceptions about the world’s most famous book: the Bible. From the truth behind Jonah’s “whale” (spoiler: was it just a “big fish”?) to the infamous “Sinners’ Bible” that accidentally encouraged adultery, they uncover surprising facts that challenge what many think they know. Was Mary Magdalene really a prostitute? Did three kings visit baby Jesus? Is “God won’t give you more than you can handle” even in the Bible? With over 5 billion copies sold

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#39 - Mind-Blowing Misconceptions: What You Thought...

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2025/03/22

Think you know history, science, and culture? Think again! In this mind-blowing episode, Melanie Avalon and Danielle uncover the truth behind some of the most persistent misconceptions: like why Greek statues were never meant to be white, why yelling "fire" in a crowded theater is actually legal, and how dinosaurs never really went extinct! From the truth about alpha wolves to the real story behind Marie Antoinette’s infamous cake quote, get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew

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#38 - The Seven Wonders: What They Didn't Teach You...

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2025/03/15

Melanie Avalon and Danielle dive deep into the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, separating fact from fiction and uncovering jaw-dropping revelations. What was actually inside the Statue of Zeus, and what’s with the olive oil reflecting pool? Did the legendary Hanging Gardens of Babylon even exist? How about the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, where four celebrity sculptors immortalized a ruler (and the word mausoleum was born)? Then there’s the Temple of Artemis, which was literally burned down by a

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#37 - Dining Like a Billionaire: The World’s Priciest...

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2025/03/08

Melanie Avalon and Danielle Lynch take a decadent dive into the world of the most outrageously expensive foods! From the delicate, labor-intensive process that makes saffron so pricey, to the surprising world of truffles (which we can't cultivate?!) at $400 an ounce, we explore what makes these luxury ingredients worth their weight in gold (sometimes literally). Speaking of gold, we uncover some of the most extravagant restaurant meals ever served—think multi-thousand-dollar desserts, pizzas,

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#36 - The Donner Party: The Most Gruesome Road Trip...

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2025/03/01

What happens when a hopeful journey westward turns into an unspeakable nightmare? Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens take you deep into the harrowing true story of The Donner Party, the infamous group of pioneers whose dream of reaching California in 1846 became one of the most chilling survival tales in history. From a so-called “shortcut” that led them disastrously off course to the brutal winter that left them stranded in the Sierra Nevada, we unravel the fateful decisions, shocking betrayals, and

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#35 - The Ultimate Time Hacks: Genius Ways to Win...

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2025/02/22

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens take you on a mind-blown journey through the most brilliant, unconventional, and downright sneaky ways to save time in your daily life. From multitasking like a pro (brushing your teeth in the shower, anyone?) to harnessing AI, email, and Christmas tree timers in unexpected ways, this episode is packed with hacks that will have you wondering why you didn’t start sooner. They explore whether laser hair removal is the ultimate time-saver, when to grocery shop, and how

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#34 - From Haunted Dolls to Hoarder Havens: A Deep...

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2025/02/15

In this special episode, Melanie Avalon interviews Ryan Matthew Cohn & Regina Marie Rossi, and together they unravel a bizarre web of the esoteric, eccentric, and extreme. From the unsettling world of haunted objects and reality TV deceptions to the fine line between collecting and hoarding, they explore the psychology, culture, and mysteries behind our fascination with the odd. What drives people to keep everything—or nothing? Is AI eroding authenticity in art and human connection? And could

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#33 - Did We Really Land on the Moon? A Deep Dive...

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2025/02/08

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens dive into the captivating conspiracy theories surrounding the Apollo Moon landings, unraveling claims of fake footage, waving flags, radiation dangers, and dubious technical capabilities of 1960s technology. From Bart Sibrel’s skepticism and whistleblower accounts, to cryptic remarks by Neil Armstrong and the infamous petrified "moon rock," they explore whether inconsistencies in footage, destroyed evidence, and eerie astronaut behavior point to a Cold War-era

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#32 - Bigfoot Part 2: The Ape Man Cave, Roosevelt’s...

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2025/02/01

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens take another deep dive into the mysterious world of Bigfoot! In this episode, they explore modern Bigfoot lore, including the shocking Ape Man cave, the chilling "Bauman Incident" recounted by Theodore Roosevelt, the eerie Ostman abduction story, and the abandoned Alaskan town mysteriously and suddenly evacuated. Is Bigfoot just a legend, or is there more to these tales than meets the eye?

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#31 - Bigfoot Part 1: Strange Sounds, Endless...

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2025/01/25

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens explore the legend of Bigfoot, diving into its bizarre behaviors (think strange sounds, pebble-throwing, and glowing red eyes) and why sightings span every state and even other countries. Is it an undiscovered ape, an ancient human, an elaborate hoax, or something even stranger? (And what’s the deal with the Yeti?)

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