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A Study of Strange

Convergent Content, LLC
True Crime
Israel Keyes
Murder
Los Angeles
World War I
Zerzura
Carl Großmann
World War II
Psychology
Bloody Benders
American Civil War
Mothman
Leota Camp
Ghosts
George Reeves
Cincinnati
Parallel Universes
The Lost Dutchman Mine
Dorothy Arnold
Chicago

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

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In 1897, the ghost of a young woman named Zona Shue appeared to her mother with a chilling accusation that her husband had murdered her. Zona had recently been buried, her death initially attributed to natural causes. But her mother was convinced tha... more

Who is Satoshi Nakamoto? The creator of Bitcoin is strategically anonymous and Satoshi's identity has never been uncovered. Special guest, actor Dylan Playfair, joins to the podcast to discuss Bitcoin, the suspects, and the altruistic motives behind ... more

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Dive deeper into true crime, unsolved mysteries, and tales of high strangeness each week on A Study of Strange. Hosted by filmmaker Michael May, exploring the dark crossroads of history, folklore, and the unexp... more

Charlie Smith claimed to be 137 years old, a former enslaved man from Liberia, a Civil War vet, and the oldest man in America. For a time, people believed him. But after his death in Bartow, Florida, the records told a different story.

In this Stran... more

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Recent Guests

Dylan Playfair
Actor, filmmaker, and producer known for Letterkenny, The Descendants, and The Order.
Episode: Who is Satoshi? The Bitcoin Mystery with Dylan Playfair
Adam Stilwell
Filmmaker; returning guest
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Episode: Chasing the Marfa Ghost Lights | With Adam Stilwell
Jesse Ikeman
Film producer, host, and Canadian media figure
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Episode: The Redpath Mansion Murder Mystery | with Jesse Ikeman
Timothy Donahue
Gentleman Tim Donahue, guest on the episode discussing the Bugatti mystery
Episode: The Lost Bugatti | With Tim Donahue
Rebecca Stevens
Associate marriage and family therapist
Episode: Did Jack the Ripper Kill More Than Five?
Darren Coyle
Filmmaker with true crime content experience
Episode: The San Francisco Witch Killers
Tori Brovet
Expert on Cora Stallman and founder of graveyardsnoop.com
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Episode: The Mysterious Death Of Cora Stallman | With Graveyardsnoop’s Tori Brovet
Drew Hannush
Whiskey historian and host of the Whiskey Lore podcast.
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Episode: Rye Madness & The Salem Witch Trials
Bill Whirity
Filmmaker and storyteller
Episode: The Murder of Leota Camp REDUX

Host

Michael May
Filmmaker and performer who produced Ghosts of the Ozarks and Fun Size Horror

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • Compelling & informative!

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheAlignedActor
    United States9 months ago
  • The Mysterious Death of Cora Stallman

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DarbsBC
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome!!

    I love “High Spirits” too!!!!! Just wanted to throw that in haha

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KariCrawDaly
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Study of Strange

    I love the interesting unique stories and Michael does a great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    charisse1234
    United States4 years ago
  • All

    Awesome—looking forward to more—

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JGMBubba
    United States4 years ago

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The unusual stories and deep dives are described as informative, entertaining and distinctive.
Listeners praise Michael May's engaging, witty delivery and the effort behind his research.
Guest appearances are valued when they bring clear knowledge or a fresh perspective.
Listeners appreciate the balance between entertaining mystery and presenting the facts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Who is Satoshi? The Bitcoin Mystery with Dylan Playfair
Q: Do you have any particular theory you want to share or suspect or anything like that?
Playfair says he suspects Elon Musk may have had a role, citing Musk's connection to PayPal, interest in peer-to-peer global payments, and broader technological ambitions, while acknowledging that he is uncertain.
Who is Satoshi? The Bitcoin Mystery with Dylan Playfair
Q: How did you first come across Bitcoin? What drew your interest to this subject?
Playfair first encountered Bitcoin in 2013 at a Los Angeles headshot-printing shop that accepted it. He became more interested after seeing its price rise and researching it as a scarce store of value.
Chasing the Marfa Ghost Lights | With Adam Stilwell
Q: What do you think the lights are, based on what you observed and the investigations you referenced?
The prevailing scientific explanations point to automobile headlights and atmospheric refraction, with controlled tests showing strong correlation to traffic on Highway 67; a small percentage of observations remain unexplained, leaving room for skepticism and personal interpretation.
Chasing the Marfa Ghost Lights | With Adam Stilwell
Q: When did you go to Marfa and what did you see there?
Adam describes visiting Marfa around the time of the solar eclipse, seeing lights that were constant for hours at a rest stop, and then recognizing that at various times they could be mistaken for car headlights or reflect off terrain, with some moments going into the sky.
Did Jack the Ripper Kill More Than Five?
Q: What could be Jack the Ripper about this case?
Rebecca suggests that while there are compelling similarities in method and setting, the differences in MO and the timing raise questions about whether this was the Ripper or a copycat, with some arguing it could be a separate killer who learned from the Ripper's notoriety.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Study of Strange

What is A Study of Strange about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly, host-led investigations bring together true crime, historical mysteries, folklore and unexplained phenomena. Michael May builds each story from archival accounts, investigative details and competing explanations, separating documented facts from later embellishment while leaving room for questions that remain unresolved. Episodes range from unsolved murders and unusual deaths to UFO reports, ghost lights, longevity claims and the origins of familiar horror stories.

Most installments are narrative deep dives, with occasional conversations featuring filmmakers, media figures and other guests who offer firsthand experience or specialist perspectives. The blend of skeptical scrutiny and atmospheric storytelling is a strong fit for list... more

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2. Adam Stilwell
3. Jesse Ikeman
4. Timothy Donahue
5. Rebecca Stevens
6. Darren Coyle
7. Tori Brovet
8. Drew Hannush

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