Quite Unusual
Join best friends, Nicole and Noelle in the Haunted Attic as they talk about all sorts of strange and unusual topics. From history's most nefarious cults, local ghost stories, conspiracies, murder mysteries, paranormal activities, urban legends, UFO phenomena, and unexplained events. Nothing is off limits but everything is unusual, come get weird with us and remember to Celebrate the Strange and Keep it Unusual! Find us on social media @QuiteUnusualPod - Email us at QuiteUnusualPod@gmail.com - Send us something spooky! P.O. Box 1212 Des Plaines, IL, 60017
Episodes
189 episodes
The Legend of Amelia Earhart Pt. 2
In part two of our deep dive into Amelia Earhart we cover Amelia's fateful final flight. We unravel the events leading up to her disappearance and examine the compelling theories that attempt to explain her fate. From faulty radio transmissions...
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Episode 187
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1:28:16
The Legend of Amelia Earhart Pt. 1
In Part 1, we dive into the early life of Amelia Earhart, exploring the experiences and influences that sparked her passion for aviation. From her adventurous childhood to the moment she first took flight, we uncover the formative events that s...
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Episode 186
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1:49:03
Quite Unscripted 27: Halloween Sadness
Halloween is over... BOOOOO but we have an unscripted to (hopefully) cheer you up! We're recapping Paranormal Prom, preparing for the upcoming lesser holidays, giving you some strange news stories and reading a couple of Listener Lores!
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Episode 185
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1:01:15
The Salem Witch Trials
With Spooky Season almost over, this episode we're getting into the haunting events of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials. What do you get when you combine mass hysteria with fear of the supernatural and the devil?? You get a lot of baseless accusatio...
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Episode 184
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1:31:06
The Levelland UFO Case
This week we discuss the Levelland UFO Case. In the youth medium sized city of Levelland Texas on November 2nd, 1957, an astonishing number of police reports cited similar unidentified aerial phenomenon disrupting vehicles, and the lives of the...
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Episode 183
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1:10:00
The Wendigo
In this episode, we delve into the terrifying legend of the Wendigo, a creature from Algonquian folklore infamous for its insatiable hunger and association with cannibalism. We'll explore the Wendigo's origins, its ties to survival in brutal wi...
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Episode 182
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1:22:15
Quite Unscripted 26: Beyonce Kidnapped Me
We’re back for another Quite Unscripted episode full of promises of paranormal proms, weird synchronicities that prove this is a simulation, Beyonce conspiracies, new Bigfoot footage, Will Smith farts and the new It movie. To get t...
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Episode 181
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1:02:39
Cotard's Syndrome
In this episode, we explore the mysterious and rare condition known as Cotard's Syndrome, where individuals believe they are dead or do not exist. We’ll get into the psychological and neurological aspects of this delusion, examining real-life c...
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Episode 180
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1:08:03
The Villisca Axe Murders
Join us as we uncover the chilling mystery of the Villisca Axe Murders in this episode. We'll dive into the gruesome 1912 slayings of eight people in a small Iowa town, exploring the haunting details, suspicious suspects, and enduring questions...
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Episode 179
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1:37:52
The Great Molasses Flood
In this episode, Noelle brings us the tale of The Great Molasses Flood of 1919, a bizarre and tragic event that saw a massive wave of molasses sweep through Boston’s streets, causing devastation and claiming lives. Join us as we unravel the sti...
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Episode 178
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1:09:23
Quite Unscripted 25: Cicada Mites: A Horror Story
We're emerging from our own real life horror story to bring you this month's Quite Unscripted. We do a full recap of Michigan Paracon, our exciting trip to Canada, discuss recent movies and books we have consumed, some fun and scary news storie...
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Episode 177
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1:15:11
The Murder of Girly Chew
In this episode, we delve into the chilling 1999 murder of Girly Chew Hossencofft, a case that shocked Albuquerque, New Mexico. As we unravel the bizarre web of lies, cult beliefs, and sinister plots that surrounded her death, we explore ...
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Episode 176
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1:37:28
Listener Lore: Special Delivery from the Mail Hags
In this episode we're reading stories sent in by YOU, the listener! From ghostly animal encounters to mysterious happenings, we also give a recap of Midwest BooFEST.
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Episode 175
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1:02:47
the Silurian Hypothesis
In this episode, Noelle breaks our brains with The Silurian Hypothesis, a speculative concept proposing the possibility of advanced civilizations existing on Earth millions of years before humans. We explore the scientific evidence and theories...
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Episode 174
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1:37:47
Strange Encounters with Courtney Block, The Liminal Librarian!
Strange Encounters is a monthly interview series hosted by Nic & No of the Quite Unusual Podcast. Each month we invite you to embark on a journey into uncharted realms along side us and our guests. Join us as we unravel the enigma of the un...
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Episode 173
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1:11:05
Quite Unscripted 24: The One With a Haunted Voicemail
Let us infiltrate your ear holes as we chat more about our NXIVM 3 parter, how much job interviews suck, and uncover the mystery of Rosie the Shark. Plus, don't miss our listener lore segment featuring a haunted voicemail that will send chills ...
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Episode 172
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1:21:33
NXIVM: Part 3
In this gripping third installment of our NXIVM series, we delve into the dark world of DOS, the secretive subgroup that enslaved women under the guise of female empowerment. Discover the harrowing stories of those who escaped and the relentles...
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Episode 171
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1:41:48
NXIVM: Part 2
In Part 2 of our NXIVM series, we delve into various subgroups in NXIVM like JNESS and Society of Protectors, exposing the underlying misogyny embedded in their teachings. We uncover the disturbing experiments conducted on women, revealing the ...
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Episode 170
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1:17:16
NXIVM: Part 1
In this first part, we get into the early days of NXIVM, exploring the formative years of its founder, Keith Raniere. We'll examine the creation of the Executive Success Programs (ESP) and the pivotal role played by Nancy Salzman. Join us...
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Episode 169
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1:35:33
The Cottingley Fairies
In this episode, Noelle regales us with the fascinating tale of the Cottingley Fairies, a series of photographs taken by two young girls in 1917 that purported to show real fairies. We explore the initial widespread belief in the images, fueled...
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Episode 168
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1:24:08
Strange Encounters with Steve Berg!
Strange Encounters is a monthly interview series hosted by Nic & No of the Quite Unusual Podcast. Each month we invite you to embark on a journey into uncharted realms along side us and our guests. Join us as we unravel the enigma of the un...
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Episode 167
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1:19:58
The Rendlesham Forest Incident
This week, Nicole brings us the story of the mysterious Rendlesham Forest Incident, often dubbed "Britain's Roswell." Join us as we uncover the events of December 1980, when US Air Force personnel reported witnessing unexplained lights and a po...
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Episode 166
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1:31:57
2Quite 2Unscripted 23: It Delivers What It Promises
We've been busy traveling, but we're back and we're delivering what we promised! On this second Unscripted, 2Quite2Unscripted, we chat about our time at Tombstone Paracon, The Beltane Bash, the upcoming Midwest Boofest, a lovely paranorma...
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Episode 165
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1:27:37
Mermaids & Sirens
Noelle explores the captivating myths and legends surrounding mermaids and sirens, creatures that have fascinated cultures around the world for centuries. Dive into their origins and the enduring allure that continues to enchant sailors, poets,...
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Episode 163
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1:32:23