
A Study of Strange is for lovers of true crime, mysteries, and high strangeness. Each week, host Michael May investigates the unknown, from bizarre crimes and unsolved murders to hauntings, urban legends, lore, cryptids, and unexplained phenomena.
The mission is simple: debunk common misconceptions, uncover hidden details, and explore the most unusual unsolved stories from history. Along the way, ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 121 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeSociety & Culture | |||

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This podcast is fantastic and the host is great! You can tell he really puts effort into each episode and has done his research. Worth a listen if you enjoy true crime, mysteries, and other strange stories!
What a fascinating story!!! Loved the special guest who is clearly very knowledgeable about this subject matter - full confession, I should know this because I am one of her sisters. 😃 But it was a great listen indeed. I thoroughly enjoyed it and have subscribed to the podcast. Thank you for telling this strange tale!
I love “High Spirits” too!!!!! Just wanted to throw that in haha
I love the interesting unique stories and Michael does a great job!
Awesome—looking forward to more—
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This podcast caters to enthusiasts of true crime and the mysterious, providing in-depth explorations of bizarre crimes, unsolved murders, folklore, cryptids, and paranormal phenomena. Each episode features host Michael May, who brings a blend of entertainment and critical analysis to narratives that often illuminate the darker corners of history. Listeners can expect not only engaging storytelling but also insights from occasional guests, including writers and industry insiders, who contribute varying perspectives on the enigmatic subjects under discussion. Its mission seems focused on challenging popular myths while enriching the audience's understanding of strange and unusual events from the past.
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