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Anthrax Attacks
Vernon
Sea Of Lies
Anime
Public Fear
FBI Investigation
Murder
CBC
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Dr. Robert Young
Noreen Boyle
Eating Disorders
Eating Disorder
Tom Green
Will Green
British Columbia
Canada
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September 11 Attacks
Bruce Ivins

Wild Boys has been selected as an Apple Podcasts Series Essential! In 2003, two half-starved brothers emerged from the wilderness, telling an incredible story of survival. A small Canadian community took them in. The only problem? The boys weren't who they said they were. Hosted by Sam Mullins. Wild Boys is part of The Binge - subscribe to listen to all episodes, all at once, ad-free right now. Fr... more

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In the season finale of Wild Boys, host Sam Mullins sets out to answer a question anyone who's ever heard of this story has had: whatever became of those Bush Boys?

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For the first time, the Horn brothers tell the true story of their time in Canada.

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After Roen jumps a fence to elude authorities, he enlists the help of the one person he trusts with his life – his big brother Kyle. The two hatch a plan and they head for the Canadian border.

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Seventeen years after the Wild Boys turned host Sam Mullins’s hometown upside down, he sets out to find the brothers and their family, and get the full story for the first time.

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Recent Guests

Roen Horn
Brother of Kyle, involved in the dramatic escape story.
Episode: Part 7: Kyle
Diana Horn
Mother of Kyle and Roen, shares her experiences and concerns about her son's behavior.
Episode: Part 7: Kyle
Roger Horn
Father of Kyle and Roen, discusses his views on their upbringing.
Episode: Part 7: Kyle
Gabriel Horn
Older brother of Kyle and Roen, provides background on Kyle's character.
Episode: Part 7: Kyle
Kyle Horn
One of the brothers who deceived the community
Episode: Part 4: The Truth
Rowan Horn
Kyle's brother, also involved in the deception
Episode: Part 4: The Truth

Host

Sam Mullins
Host of the series, providing a personal and empathetic narrative style that explores complex stories and themes.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Great Podcast. Disturbing Story

    This is an excellent podcast. The storytelling is top-notch and a lot of effort went into gathering the information necessary to tell the complete story. But this is a highly disturbing tale to say the least. It’s a story of terrible parenting which results in two boys who are extremely ill adjusted. And they are in dire need of therapy which they never really get. Hats off to the people of Vernon, who gave of themselves without question. The way they were taken advantage of by these two sociop... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    soul24
    United States12 days ago
  • Loved it

    I did not see the last five minutes coming. I never considered what would have happened if he did die. It’s a story about these boys, but also a story about the town. How amazing to do a follow up and tell the entire story!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rach- hach
    United States13 days ago
  • A WULD RIDE…BEAUTIFULLY TOLD!

    Well, that was unexpected.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    airammss
    Mexico17 days ago
  • This story will stay with me forever

    This is such a good story for understanding humans, society, the current Zeitgeist, all of the nuances about how systems and people can be simultaneously good and bad… all told with zero judgment, which is what I found the most unusual and refreshing about it in this polarised world. I would encourage people of all points of view to listen to this. Well done to the creators of this podcast, you did an amazing job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mamasdoinfashion
    United Kingdom19 days ago
  • Hope he gets therapy

    Interesting story. That family is more than a bit crazy. Hope everyone gets therapy, or de-brainwashed. Hope Roen in particular gets therapy. The mom needs some help too….

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nessi505
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the intricate storytelling that combines elements of truth and fiction, highlighting the psychological complexity of the characters involved.
Some express frustration over pacing and paywall experiences but still feel engaged by the overall narrative arc and character development.
The host's empathetic approach to the subject matter earns positive recognition, as many find the exploration of mental health and family dynamics both compelling and important.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#41
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#104
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#210
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#36
Canada/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Part 3: The Journalist
Q: What makes you suspicious about their names?
The names of the parents of Jesus.
Part 3: The Journalist
Q: Do you think you're unusual?
Yes, the kind of lifestyle we lived is very unusual.
Part 3: The Journalist
Q: Do you understand why people are so intensely curious about you and your brother?
Yes, because people are curious about anything that's unusual.
Part 4: The Truth
Q: How is it that you allowed him to get down to 84 pounds?
He was aware he was losing weight but couldn't change his eating habits.
Part 4: The Truth
Q: Why did you stop calling us in December?
Rowan's illness and lack of communication were unexpected for the family.

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What is Wild Boys about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The available episodes center around the captivating story of two brothers who, after being raised in an unconventional and troubled environment, fabricate a tale of survival in the wilderness. This narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a small Canadian community that initially embraces the brothers, only to grapple with the unsettling truth of their identities. The series explores themes of mental health, family dynamics, the impact of eating disorders, and the consequences of deception. Additionally, the storytelling is marked by an intricate exploration of personal relationships, societal reactions, and the complexities embedded in the brothers' upbringing, reflecting on how their family's beliefs shaped their behaviors and decisions... more

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