Things Are About To Get Weird
I’m Chyaz Samuel, and things are about to get weird. This podcast is dedicated to some of the strangest stories you’re ever likely to hear – from true crime and unsolved mysteries to unbelievable coincidences and tales full of bizarre twists.
Episodes
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Episode 49: Christmas Ghost Stories
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Today, Chyaz wanted to play her part in bringing back the tradition of telling ghost stories at Christmas time. Here are four chilling tales with links to the festive season, exploring everything from historical hauntings to the recent case of a possessed Christmas gift. So gather round, get comfy and prepare to get spooky this December…
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Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Weird Fix 4: A Museum Mystery, Christmas Ghost Stories & The Chupa Chups Logo
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
In today’s mini episode, Chyaz explores everything from a mysterious happening at the Manchester Museum to the tradition of ghost stories at Christmas, plus a look into the strange but true tale behind the Chupa Chups logo. Welcome to Weird Fix 4!
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Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Episode 48: The Hinterkaifeck Murders
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
The Hinterkaifeck Murders case is one of Germany’s most mysterious unsolved crime cases. Countless theories have been presented over the years, from the rational to the bizarre…but could the truth lie in the realms of the paranormal? Join Chyaz as she explores this tragic tale, and the many rabbit holes it has a tendency to spin off down…
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Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
From a strange incident of sheep walking continuously in a circle in Inner Mongolia to a historical theory about a secret Shakespeare writing credit – plus an odd fact linked to Chyaz’s penchant for dressing like Avril Lavigne as a teen - this edition of Weird Fix has a little something for everyone…
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Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Episode 47: Karen Silkwood
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
When 28 year old Karen Silkwood died in a tragic yet seemingly straightforward single-car crash, her death was swiftly ruled an accident. But as soon as an autopsy was ordered, her story began to take one bizarre turn after the next. Her body contained extremely high levels of plutonium, which set alarm bells ringing for those close to her for several shocking reasons. Join Chyaz as she explores this truly strange tale…
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Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Weird Fix 2: A Cursed Painting, The Master Resell Rights Scam & A Bonfire Night Fact
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
In today’s mini episode, Chyaz explores both a strange news story concerning a ‘cursed’ portrait bought from an East Sussex charity shop, plus why she thinks the Master Resell Rights trend is a scam. There’s also a bonus fascinating fact all about Bonfire Night too!
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Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Episode 46: Sleep Paralysis
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
This might just be the most bizarre medical condition you’ve never heard of…Sleep Paralysis is something around 8 percent of adults have experienced at some point, but for those who haven’t, it’s a mysterious affliction that isn’t even fully understood within the medical field. In this episode, Chyaz explores the reality behind Sleep Paralysis, and shares first-hand stories from someone who has extensive experience with the terrifying condition.
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Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Halloween Special 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Happy Halloween! It’s the most wonderful day of the year, and in honour of spooky season coming to its conclusion for 2023, here’s the Things Are About To Get Weird Halloween Special 2023. Today, Chyaz shares some more of YOUR strange but true experience stories, from ghostly tales to a bizarre UFO encounter, plus a piece of witchy trivia to finish off. Prepare for those goosebumps now…
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Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Weird Fix 1: Friday 13th, The Hum Update & Why Monster Mash Was Banned
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Welcome to Weird Fix, our new mini episode series! Looking for a sprinkle of strangeness to tide you over until the next full episode of Things Are About To Get Weird? In today’s instalment, Chyaz dives into the origins of Friday 13th, gives an update on The Hum and explains why the BBC once banned the spooky season classic, Monster Mash!
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Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Episode 45: Haunted Former Asylum Newsham Park Hospital
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Newsham Park Hospital in Liverpool has gained a reputation as one of the most haunted buildings in the North of England. The site, which was originally a Victorian orphanage before being converted to a psychiatric hospital and asylum, is now a top ghost hunting spot…and with good reason. Join Chyaz as she explores the spooky tales that have been reported from inside Newsham over the decades…
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