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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

1:27:16

Cryptid Carnage Tournament

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2025/10/31

This week, the Wyrdos toss out the trick-or-treating in favor of a full-scale Cryptid Tournament, battling the world’s most dangerous and bizarre creatures against each other to crown a champion.Using a custom deck of cards (blame the manufacturer!), we dive deep into the terrifying lore of the silent Shadow People, the horrifying origin of the whistling Venezuelan spirit El Siblón, and the repulsive aggression of the car-smashing Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp. The chaos culminates in a shocking

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22:13

AfterWyrd: Ghostwatch, The Synth-Prime Minister, and...

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2025/10/31

It's the finale of Season Two and the Wyrdo's are fitting in all the wyrd news, strange stories, and other bits they couldn't squeeze into the main episodes!The Wyrdo's launch into a deep dive on Ghostwatch (1992). We discuss how this unsettling BBC programme, inspired by the Enfield Poltergeist, masterfully used trusted presenters like Michael Parkinson and Craig Charles to blur the lines between reality and fiction. We explore the tragic real-world aftermath, the 30,000 complaints (including

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1:10:23

The Enfield Poltergeist

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2025/10/29

This week, the Wyrdo's dive head-first into the most famous, controversial, and thoroughly documented haunting in British history: The Enfield Poltergeist of 1977.We go back to the original source, Guy Lyon Playfair’s This House is Haunted, to track the phenomena right from the first knocks on the party wall in the Hodgsons’ quiet council house.From objects flying—including that infamous, skull-cracking Lego brick—to the guttural, deep male voice recorded by investigators, we explore the bizarre

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35:58

AfterWyrd: Pumpkin Orange, Cola Bottle Calamity, and...

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2025/10/24

The Wyrdo's kick off with a quick mention of Craig's recent birthday, which leads to a discussion of his thoughtful, weird-themed gifts. The segment wraps with a piece of personal Wyrd News: Craig’s daughter's early morning sighting of a shadow figure in the house, proving the strange is never far from home.The Great Halloween Décor Debate & Despicable Minions: Andy introduces the first piece of Wyrd News concerning a man whose elaborate, writhing and screaming torso decoration was deemed "too

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1:15:58

Monsterland

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2025/10/22

Join the Wyrdo's as they welcome renowned travel writer Nicholas Jubber for a fascinating conversation that goes far beyond the typical spooky story.Nick takes us on a journey through the pages of his book,Monsterland, revealing how the monsters we've created are not just things to be feared, but are powerful reflections of our society, our history, and the darkest parts of ourselves.In this deep dive into folklore, we explore a wide array of creatures, from magnificent dragons to sympathetic

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38:03

AfterWyrd: The Doll, the Declassifier, and the Deadly...

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2025/10/17

LThe show kicks off with Craig's recording space, dubbed The AfterWyrd Library, showcasing a new, custom-made owl. The talk quickly turns to Halloween, Andy’s partner Becky's Ekba doll costume, and the creepy doll customisations in Craig’s window that are now terrifying local wildlife. The segment concludes with a discussion on the enduring, yet debunked, urban myth of razor blades in apples.Trump, Tapes, and the Aviatrix:Andy introduces a topical, wyrd news story: President Trump's sudden move to

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54:41

Ghost Ships

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2025/10/15

Join the Wyrdos as they cast off into a world of chilling maritime mystery. This episode explores the most famous ghost ships, from real-life vessels that vanished without a trace to terrifying legends that haunt the high seas. Andy and Craig investigate what happened to the crews and delve into the strange theories behind their eerie disappearances.Discussion Points:The Mary Celeste:The world's most famous ghost ship, found completely abandoned with a meal still set.The Carroll A. Deering:The

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29:31

AfterWyrd: T-Rex Golden Showers, the screaming skull...

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2025/10/10

Andy and Craig (or are they two Mr. Barlins?) are back with another collection of strange news and oddities that didn't quite make it into the main Wyrd Wessex podcast. From East Yorkshire's Bermuda Triangle to prize-winning weird science, it's all here.Wyrd News from the Wyrdo'sThe Wold Newton Triangle: Werewolves, dragons, and a ghostly screaming skull plague a small corner of East Yorkshire. Can Wessex compete with its own Bermuda Triangle of folklore?The Ig Nobel Prize: The annual celebration of

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1:12:57

Werewolves, Part Two: How to Become a Beast (And How...

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2025/10/08

Join Wyrdo's Craig and Andy for this special episode of Wyrd Wessex as they're joined by special guest and storyteller Eileen to delve into the fascinating and frightening world of werewolves and black dogs. This is the unexpected sequel to our first werewolf episode, as the wyrdo's had far too many dark canine tales left to tell!Highlights include:How to Become a WerewolfThe Recipe: Craig shares the chilling, and slightly ridiculous, ritual for werewolf transformation from Elliot O'Donnell's book,

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29:10

AfterWyrd: Priceless Books, Holy Water, and Ghost Cats

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2025/10/03

In a packed episode ofAfterWyrd, your favourite Wyrdo's, Andy and Craig, delve into book collecting, religious relics, and the paranormal mysteries making headlines.Key Segments:Book Haul & Tolkien:Craig recounts his trip to aDevizesbook fair, including the hilarious story of a£1,500 Tolkienfirst edition and the risk of devaluing it with a little bit of spit. He also discusses his new book haul and the struggle between collecting and use.Vampire Hunting Relics:Craig reveals his latest unusual

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51:39

Werewolves

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2025/10/01

Join Wyrdo's Craig and Andy for this special episode of Wyrd Wessex as they're joined by special guest and storyteller Eileen Budd to delve into the fascinating and frightening world of werewolves and black dogs.Highlights include:Scottish Black Dogs: Eileen shares a chilling account of a black dog seen haunting a Glasgow prison and the tenement built on its foundations decades later, connecting the story to modern phenomena and the folklore of rabies.The Wolf of Wales: Andy recounts the savage tale

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18:32

AfterWyrd: Screaming Goats, a Cold Dish of Revenge, &...

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2025/09/26

In a slightly shorter-than-usual but still packed episode ofAfterWyrd, your favourite Wyrdo's, Andy and Craig, delve into the weird and wonderful with a focus on a rather talkative goat, a new BBC show, and a miraculous tree.Key Segments:Political Commentary:Andy and Craig discuss recent political events, including a political figure "defecting" to the Reform Party and a London march with an unnerving, Pagan-unfriendly tone.Film Review: The Conjuring:Andy shares his thoughts on the latest instalment

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53:02

A Walk in the Shadows

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2025/09/24

This week, the Wyrdos are joined by author, filmmaker, and paranormal researcher Mike Ricksecker for a truly wyrd and wide-ranging conversation. Mike, a self-described "experiencer" from a young age, discusses his unique journey into the paranormal world, which began with fiction writing and was unexpectedly steered by the universe into a career researching the unexplained. The trio delves into the methodologies behind paranormal research, the pros and cons of television shows likeGhost

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37:24

AfterWyrd: The Surgeon, the Spaceman, and the Stoned...

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2025/09/19

This week, the Wyrdos get stuck into some truly bizarre news stories, from a surgeon's shocking fraud to a raccoon's boozy misadventure.The Sepsis Surgeon:We delved into a truly perplexingGuardianarticle about a surgeon who froze his own legs to have them amputated for sexual gratification, only to then commit insurance fraud. We got into the weeds on the details, the judge's reaction, and the concerning implications for his former patients. It's a tale that's less supernatural and more just..

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56:46

Road Trip Finale

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2025/09/17

In this final installment of our Weird Wessex road trip, Andy and Craig conclude their journey through Cornwall with a fascinating look at a brand-new monument built with ancient techniques.Guest:Will Coleman, the artistic director behindKerdroya, a stunning Cornish labyrinth built from traditional dry stone walling.Episode Highlights:The deep history ofCornish hedging, its geological diversity, and why it's so vital to the landscape.HowKerdroyais a "brand new ancient monument"—a piece of land art

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48:15

AfterWyrd: Dennis the Menace, Flesh-Eating Worms & AI...

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2025/09/12

This week on the AfterWyrd podcast, Andy and Craig dive into a fascinating mix of wyrd news, personal anecdotes, and spooky coincidences.Episode Highlights:A "Wyrd" Coincidence:The guys discuss the amazing story of how two different creators on opposite sides of the Atlantic came up with Dennis the Menace on the exact same day in 1951.The Black Scarf Spirit:Craig shares a strange email he received about a "black scarf spirit" affecting his life. Is it a hat? Is it a ghost? You decide.The Book

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35:11

Summer Road Trip Part 3

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2025/09/10

This week, the wyrdo's continue their journey in Cornwall with a very special guest:Simon Costin, the director of theMuseum of Witchcraft and Magic. Simon welcomes the hosts into the museum's archive to discuss the institution's fascinating history, its core mission, and his own personal journey.The episode covers:A Contentious History:Simon reveals the museum was founded in 1951 by a former MI5 spy named Cecil Williamson. He explains how Cecil's goal of balancing sensationalist displays with

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27:39

AfterWyrd: Vampires, Witches & Randy Dolphins

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2025/09/05

Welcome to AfterWyrd, the bonus podcast where the Wyrdo's go off-script.This week on the show, Andy and Craig get into:Geeky Pastimes and Dorset Folklore:Andy's been to a D&D event! He chats about how a conversation with a dungeon master led to discovering a huge D&D campaign based onDorset folklore, includingMaiden Castle, smugglers' lore, and corporeal lights. This leads to the discovery of a peculiar local charm, the3 Bee Charm, which promises health, happiness, and good fortune. Andy

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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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