
Decoding The Unknown explores history's deepest mysteries to see if we can draw any conclusions about what actually happened. Russian hikers killed by a yeti? Aircraft lost to sea monsters? Probably not, so let's try and figure out what really happened. New episodes every Friday. Also on YouTube!
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 287 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

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I have only listened to a couple of the older episodes up till now so I have hope that this has changed, but the sound effects (mainly the water drop and pop sounds that I believe accompany a visual in the YouTube video) are awful and take away from the sound quality while listening. Of course I love the actual content and listening to Simon. Hoping to be able to listen without distracting sound effect interference.
In-depth investigations of mysteries and conspiracies, narrated by a chronic skeptic prone to ADHD tangents
Always listening to new episodes immediately. On the off-chance that Simon or his staff read this: PLEASE CHANGE BACK TO THE OLD MUSIC, I beg you, I LOVED THAT MUSIC.
Nevertheless, amazing, 5/5 stars, am recommending it to everyone I know.
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Content centers on historical mysteries, debunking myths, and critical analysis of extraordinary claims. Episodes frequently weigh primary sources, linguistic gaps, and archival evidence against sensational narratives, often resisting paranormal or conspiratorial explanations. A standout pattern is a skeptical lens combined with humor and accessible storytelling, making complex topics (from ancient ruins to modern hoaxes) approachable for curious, evidence-minded listeners. Notable strengths include rigorous fact-checking, deep dives into archival material, and a format that blends history with pop‑culture mystique, attracting audiences who enjoy curious puzzles without easy answers.
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Decoding The Unknown launched 4 years ago and published 287 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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