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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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57:54

Hidden Secrets Behind Disney Parks Magic

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/08/31

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens uncover the hidden secrets behind the magic of the Disney Parks—where everything seems perfect, but there's more going on than meets the eye. In this episode, they reveal the fascinating techniques Disney uses to maintain its pristine appearance, from the ingenious underground utilidors and the high-tech trash system to the carefully controlled lights, colors, and sounds designed to create an immersive experience. Discover how Disney keeps birds away, why you can

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54:27

The Cecil Hotel: The Eerie and Tragic Stories Behind...

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/08/24

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens take you on a chilling journey into the dark history of the Cecil Hotel—a place where the walls seem to whisper secrets of the past. From mysterious disappearances and unsolved murders to the eerie connection with infamous serial killers, this episode dives deep into the haunting tales that make the Cecil Hotel one of the most notorious places in Los Angeles. The episode also explores the baffling case of Elisa Lam, the creepy elevator footage, and the strange

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75:27

Things That Vanished: From Car Antennas to Bugs on...

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/08/17

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens take you on a nostalgic journey into things that vanished. From the once-ubiquitous TV antennas and iconic music ringtones to the nostalgic cereal box prizes and the beloved BlackBerry phones, have you ever noticed these staples of our past gradually faded away without many of us even realizing? What's next to quietly slip into oblivion? And WHERE DID ALL THE BUGS ON WINDSHIELDS GO? Join us as we delve into these fascinating and mind-boggling topics from history

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64:56

Shackleton

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/08/10

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens dive into the extraordinary tale of Ernest Shackleton in this captivating episode of 'The Mind Blown Podcast.' Join us as we explore Shackleton's legendary Antarctic expeditions, his remarkable leadership in the face of insurmountable odds, and the harrowing survival stories that have fascinated historians for decades. From the icy landscapes of the South Pole to the treacherous seas of the Southern Ocean, we uncover the details of Shackleton's

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59:03

The Dyatlov Pass Incident

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/08/03

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens delve into the mysterious and chilling events of the Dyatlov Pass incident. On a frigid night in 1959, nine Russian hikers met their untimely and perplexing deaths in the Ural Mountains. The discussion unravels the eerie details, including the hikers' inexplicable injuries, the baffling fact that they left their tents with no clothes, and the strange photographs they took before the tragedy. These puzzling elements have baffled investigators and sparked countless

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65:58

The Mysteries of Sound

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/07/27

Join Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens as they journey into the mesmerizing realm of sound, where the invisible becomes extraordinary. Discover how certain frequencies can create light in a dazzling display of sonoluminescence. Delve into the unsettling world of acoustic weapons, where sound is harnessed as a powerful force. Explore the celestial symphony of planetary sounds, revealing the music of the cosmos. Unearth the enigma of the mysterious hums heard around the world, puzzling scientists and

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65:58

The Secret Functions and Hidden Uses of Everyday Objects

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/07/20

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens explore the hidden functionalities of everyday items. Did you know the icon on your car dashboard shows which side the gas tank is on? Or that the drawer under your oven is a warmer, not just for storage? Or that chinese takeout boxes fold into plates? Discover these and many more surprising uses! Prepare to be amazed and see the world around you in a whole new light. (What other everyday objects have hidden uses you’ve yet to uncover?)

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50:36

The Dancing Plague of 1518

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/07/13

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens delve into the bizarre phenomenon known as the Dancing Plague of 1518. Listen as they recount the historical accounts of people in Strasbourg dancing uncontrollably in the streets, unable to stop, and explore the various theories behind this strange event. Was it mass hysteria, ergot poisoning, or something more mysterious? Melanie and Scott share their thoughts on what might have happened and why. (The discussion also briefly touches on Jean-Martin Charcot and how

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53:20

The Mandela Effect: Part 2

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/07/06

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens discuss the uncanny similarities marking the beginning of the Mandela Effect, the historical dates of various Mandela Effects, and potential correlations to CERN and its technology, which purportedly could create “extra dimensions, gravitons, and tiny black holes.”

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43:02

The Mandela Effect: Part 1

The Mind Blown Podcast ·

2024/06/26

Melanie Avalon and Scott Emmens explore the fascinating phenomenon of the Mandela Effect, where large groups of people share the same memories that don't match current reality. Named after the false memory of Nelson Mandela dying in prison in the 1980s, the Mandela Effect includes examples like the misremembered spelling of the Berenstain Bears, the non-existent movie “Shazaam” featuring Sinbad, and the Monopoly Man’s nonexistent monocle. Learn about all the Mandela Effects that occur today..

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