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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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1:00:47

The Alaska Triangle (Mike Ricksecker Returns)

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2026/01/18

In this episode, the Wyrdos welcome back modern-day explorer and Amazon bestselling authorMike Rickseckerfor a mind-bending Part Two. We begin with a detour to the Giza Plateau to discuss startling new satellite scans and the potential discovery of the "Halls of Amenti," before deep-diving into the 600,000 square miles of high strangeness known as theAlaska Triangle.Why have over 16,000 people vanished in the Alaskan wilderness since the 1980s? Mike breaks down the "fantastic cocktail of

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44:13

Fairies: The Cottingley Hoax (Modern Sightings & The...

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2026/01/07

Fairies are often dismissed as Victorian folklore or Disney magic, but for over a century, the Cottingley Fairies have stood as one of the world's most debated supernatural mysteries. While many call it a childhood prank with paper cutouts, thousands of people are still reporting real fairy sightings today through the Fairy Census. Are these encounters just "tricks of the light," or are we glimpsing a hidden layer of reality that our modern senses have forgotten how to see?This week, Craig and Andy

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9:17

Orchard Spirits & The Nine Herbs: A Saxon Toast...

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2026/01/06

In this episode, Craig dives deep into the roots of the apple, from the ancient Nine Herbs Charm to the chaotic kidnapping of Idun by the giant Thjazi. We explore why the Saxon cry of Wassail echoed through history long before the Victorians got their hands on it, and why you should never, ever cross a Robin.The Show Notes: Roots, Rituals, and RevelryThe Origins of Wassail: Forget what you think you know about caroling. We trace the etymology from the Anglo-Saxon waes hael (be well) to the heroic

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58:35

The Real Stranger Things (Montauk Project & The man...

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2025/12/31

Most people spent their weekends bingingStranger Things, watching grown-up kids on bikes fight monsters from the Upside Down. But what if the Hawkins Lab isn't just a Hollywood set? What if the "Upside Down" was inspired by a series of very real and very bizarre allegations involving psychic children, Nazi gold, and a time-travelling portal to Mars?This week,CraigandAndyhead across the Atlantic to the tip of Long Island:Camp Hero. We’re diving deep into the rabbit hole of theMontauk Project. We

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36:48

The Ding Dong Merrily Christmas Horror (The Berry...

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2025/12/26

The Ding Dong Merrily Christmas Horror: The Berry Man's CarolWelcome to the Wyrd Wessex Christmas AfterWyrd Special,This year, Craig and Andy take a break from all the weird things in the news to present a piece of original festive horror: the terrifying true-ish story of a local investigation that went utterly wrong during the holiday season.In this fictional, bone-chilling narrative, the Wyrdo's head to St. Mary’s of Temple Bottom to document a charity event—a revival of a supposed folk festival

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33:43

The Mummer’s Tale: Tradition, Tussles, and...

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2025/12/25

In this episode, Craig sits down with Bob Barry of the Potterne Mummers to dive deep into the heart of a quintessential British folk tradition. From the "Turkish Knight" to "Little Man Jack," we explore the life, death, and comedic rebirth that defines the Potterne Mummer's Play.Stay tuned for the full play at the end of the episode.In this episode:The History of the Play: Bob shares his journey from reviving Morris dancing in Oxfordshire in 1979 to joining the Potterne side in 1987. We learn about

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1:06:36

Dark Origins of Christmas: The Folk Horror Wild Hunt...

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2025/12/24

Dark Origins of Christmas: The Folk Horror Wild HuntNOTE: This episode contains strong language and adult themes related to folklore and history.Merry Christmas! This year, the Wyrdo's dive into the dark origins of Christmas, exploring the unsettling pagan roots and folk horror tales that lie beneath the modern festive cheer. We welcome messages from friends including Eric Nelson (Bigfoot Collection, Willow Creek), Eileen Budd, Paul MacDonald (Scottish Big Cat Research Team), Author Nick Jubber, and

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33:07

Woken Up In The Coffin (Demonic Pan Jumper, Brain...

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2025/12/19

Hello and welcome toAfterWyrd! My name is Andy, and I'm joined by Craig, and this is the place where we discuss all the strange, mysterious, and just downright odd things that didn't fit into the main podcast. This is our lastAfterWyrdof the year, and it’s a packed one!In this episode's Wyrd News:Woken Up In The Coffin:The unbelievable story of a woman in Bangkok who wasdeclared dead but woke upwith a faint knocking sound—just before her cremation!The Demonic Jumper:A visitor toWestminster Abbeywas

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31:57

The Prophetic Dreams and the Murderer's Skin

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2025/12/17

In 1827, Maria Marten vanished, but her secret wouldn't stay buried. A dark true crime story featuring a charming killer, William Corder, a shocking betrayal, and a mother whose terrifying, prophetic dreams revealed the exact spot of her daughter's remains beneath the floor of the Red Barn. We dive into the sensational trial, the gruesome public dissection, and the macabre fate of Corder's skin. A Wyrd tale of deception and death.In This Episode, We Discuss:"Foxey" Corder: The background of William

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28:10

Sandown Clown Prophecies (AI Bears, Organ Plot, &...

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2025/12/12

(This episode covers some disturbing material, so listener discretion is advised.)Join the Wyrdo's as they celebrate hitting666 followers and delve into the latest high strangeness and unsettling news stories from the UK and beyond.In This Episode's Wyrd News:The Sandown Clown Prophecies:A massive update to the classic 1973 case! New documentation reveals the girl,Fay, met the entityfour more timesover 16 years. Sam delivered prophecies about the Cold War and a chilling final message:"The last time

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1:11:58

Living Folklore: Dave Brewis on Community,...

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2025/12/10

The Wyrdo's are honoured to welcome filmmakerDave Brewis, the man behind the fascinating documentary series,Gatherings.Dave has spent years documenting the enduring traditions and living folklore that often get dismissed by mainstream media as "weird" or "eccentric." We dive deep into his uniqueobservational philosophy—which uses "custodians, not commentators"—and why these customs, from the Horn Dance to the Haxy Hood, are essential, self-perpetuating acts of community built around a sense of

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23:04

Slender Man Update, Drunk Vicar & Countdown Stabbing!...

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2025/12/05

Hello, and welcome to AfterWyrd! Craig and Andy are already in their Christmas tops, but don't let the festive cheer fool you – they're diving into some seriously dark and bizarre news this week!From shocking updates on the Slender Man case to a drunk vicar's car crash and an unbelievable stabbing at a Countdown tournament, plus a quick chat about Krampus and haunted pooping puppets. This episode is packed with the strange, the kooky, and the utterly unexpected.In This Episode:Slender Man Update: A

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40:49

Krampus: The Anti-Santa (The Dark History of...

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2025/12/03

It’s the Christmas season, so forget the jingle bells! This week, the Wyrdo's dive into the dark heart of European Christmas folklore, exploring the chaotic, shaggy-haired creature who is here to punish the naughty, not just ignore them: Krampus!We explore the terrifying Alpine beast, his roots in ancient pagan worship, and the enduring need for a dark companion to Saint Nicholas.The Horned Horror of KrampusnachtThe Beast: We define Krampus—the monstrous, half-goat, half-demon figure from Central

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29:58

Hitler's Genetic Secret, Ozzy's Secret Daughter, &...

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2025/11/28

Hello and welcome to AfterWyrd, the home of the strange, the mysterious, and the downright odd news. The Wyrdo's are back with a bumper episode that covers everything from genetic analysis of the Führer to spectral flatulence in London.Hitler's Secret Genetic DisorderNew DNA analysis of a blood-stained cloth reveals that Hitler had a hidden genetic disorder that likely hindered the development of his sexual organs, backing up the decades-old wartime song. We discuss the analysis of the Führer’s DNA

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1:34:23

Why We Love Horror and True Crime (Reverend Peter...

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2025/11/26

We are honoured to welcome Reverend Peter Laws, author, celebrated horror novelist, and host of the hit YouTube channel Into the Fog, to the show. Peter is an ordained minister, but he is known for his deep dive into the darkest corners of human fascination.In this deep philosophical and psychological episode, we discuss the core thesis of his acclaimed non-fiction book, The Frighteners, and why our interest in the macabre, true crime, and horror films is not just acceptable, but actually a healthy

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26:09

The Lion-Mouse, The Prophetic House & The...

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2025/11/21

Welcome back toAfterWyrd, your regular dose of the weird news, strange history, and chaotic stories that don't fit anywhere else!Andy and Craig dive into a chaotic mix of prophecy, AI, and misidentified animals, including:The Lion-Mouse:A terrifying big cat sighting in County Clare, Ireland, is solved by the Gardai... and the culprit is not a lion, but a friendly dog namedMousewho had a bad haircut.The Psychic Premonition:A family leaves their dream house after their young children declare it

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33:18

Bournemouth: Shelley's Heart and the Smuggler King

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2025/11/19

The Wyrdo's venture down to the coast for a deep dive into the weird and wonderful corners of Bournemouth and Poole. Join Craig and Andy as they explore meticulously planned Victorian resorts built on smugglers' heathlands, confront a truly unique ghost, and finish up with a 15th-century cryptid that just couldn't cross the road.This Week, We Cover:Isaac Gulliver, The Smuggler King: The audacious Wiltshire-born rogue who ran the coast and secured his freedom by faking his own death with a very

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41:35

AfterWyrd: Ghostly Footsteps, Future Memories, and...

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2025/11/14

Craig kicks off by proudly detailing his latest bookish adventures—a truly covetous purchase of a classic English folklore tome that he justified as a "medium rare" find. This segues perfectly into an evening spent recounting a spontaneous London trip that led to an encounter with disembodied footsteps in a dark room, and the cryptic message: "The owls are not what they seem."Then it’s time for the Wyrd News, which features a spectacular grab-bag of the inexplicable:Big Cat on the Line: We

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43:08

The Demonology of King James

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2025/11/12

This week on Wyrd Wessex, we're diving deep into the mind of a king haunted by the Devil himself, a terror that sparked a nation-defining witch hunt: King James VI of Scotland, later James I of England. Get ready for a journey into paranoia, torture, and the infamous Daemonologie.Join Craig and Andy as we explore the life of King James, a sickly scholar king who saw himself as God's champion against Satan, and whose fear transformed into a brutal legal framework that condemned thousands.A

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38:23

AfterWyrd: Butt-Breathing, The Holy Prepuce, and...

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2025/11/07

The Wyrdo's are back with a bizarre, unholy, and downright weird edition of AfterWyrd.Craig kicks off by proudly detailing his latest bookish adventures—a truly covetous purchase of a classic English folklore tome that he justified as a "charity donation." This segues perfectly into an eye-watering discussion on holy oil and the unusual history of Christian relics, including the rather infamous first-class relic, The Holy Prepuce.Then it’s time for the Wyrd News, which features a spectacular

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