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Decoding The Unknown

Cloud10
Conspiracy Theories
World War II
UFO
Jeffrey Epstein
Alexander the Great
Ghost Hunting
Ufos
The Jersey Devil
Ancient Egypt
Extraterrestrial Life
John Mcafee
Nazi Gold
History
Sea Peoples
Grigori Rasputin
Nostradamus
Mel's Hole
Bruce Lee
Aafia Siddiqui
Nuclear Weapons

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!

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Latest Episodes

Stieg Larsson died of a heart attack in 2004, just before his Millennium trilogy made him famous. But the author had spent years investigating the 1986 assassination of Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme, pursuing theories linking South African intell... more

In April 2005, Pennsylvania District Attorney Ray Gricar drove to an antique store in Lewisburg and vanished. His Mini Cooper was found abandoned near the Susquehanna River, his laptop later recovered without its hard drive. Twenty years on, theories... more

From Notre-Dame's Crown of Thorns to the Shroud of Turin, countless relics claim direct connection to Jesus Christ. This episode examines the material objects, bodily remains, and mysterious cloth images venerated by millions worldwide, tracing their... more

President Trump's 2025 release of JFK assassination files revealed extensive CIA activities during Kennedy's presidency, including global surveillance operations, foreign interference, and arms supplies to foreign assassins. Documents suggest the age... more

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Recent Guests

Lee McQueen
Writer and publisher
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Paul Wagner
Writer and spiritual teacher
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Dr. Jim Tucker
Child psychologist and researcher on reincarnation,
University of Virginia / Division of Perceptual Studies
Episode: The Children That Remember Being Dead.

Host

Simon Whistler
Host of the show; known for debunking myths, presenting case files, and providing clear, skeptical narration across topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 7.5k ratings
  • Awesome 🤩

    I started of by listening to Simon’s other show The Casual Criminalist, which I would also give a 10/10, 5 star rating. He mentions this show in some of his episodes on there, so I decided to check it out, totally worth it!!! Simon is super funny, and the people who work with him and write the scripts are excellent! The writing gives so much detail, and is so comical! I get pulled in by these episodes and can’t stop listening! Definitely recommend! Thanks Simon and team, you’ve really got a good... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nai_sm!
    United Statesa month ago
  • Boring now

    I liked the style where we heard his opinions throughout better. I agree with most of what he says so I found the show more refreshing than annoying. I want to hear the weird stories but I don’t like how other podcasts act like the solution could possibly ever have been aliens. No. It’s not aliens. And ghosts aren’t real. Maybe it was the CIA, but certainly not Bigfoot. Doing it this way probably makes him more money because it plays to those kind of people. But they already had a hundred other ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Nanstrosity
    United Statesa month ago
  • Jumped the shark

    Now it’s just the history channel. Lies then a rebuttal and no entertainment

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nkh95
    United States2 months ago
  • Great show, great host, great team.

    I’ve been watching Fact Boy since he had his funny teeth and hair. I've always loved his content, but this podcast, along with Casual Criminalist, is, in my opinion, the best content ever created on these topics. Well written, well narrated, well edited. 12/10 would recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sly teddy bear
    Canada2 months ago
  • Subpar

    Not mincing words here, interesting show topics unfortunately ruined by an arrogant, pompous and obnoxious host.This isn’t one of those healthy skeptical shows it’s more like the stereotypical modern day narcissistic skeptoid type, what a shame no clue how anyone can tolerate listening to him honestly.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Steven A..
    Canada2 months ago

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Listeners praise the case-study style and thorough research, with engaging, skeptical narration.
Some feel the delivery can ramble at times but still find the content compelling.
Audience appreciates the balance between debunking and curiosity, plus strong writing and storytelling.

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Apple Podcasts
#214
United States/History
Spotify
#34
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#119
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#158
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#124
Australia/History
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#229
Italy/History

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The Mysterious Dead Sea Scrolls
Q: What are the Dead Sea Scrolls?
They are a collection of over 900 ancient manuscripts discovered in caves near the Dead Sea.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Decoding The Unknown

What is Decoding The Unknown about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A history-focused show that investigates wide-ranging riddles and legends through a skeptical, evidence-driven lens. Episodes routinely dissect mysteries from ufology and cryptids to historical enigmas, weighing eyewitness accounts against scientific explanations and archival sources. The tone blends structured analysis with candid banter and ocasional humor, making complex topics accessible without sacrificing rigor. Notable strengths include a methodical debunking approach, strong narrative pacing, and a British-friendly wit that often situates explanations in a broader cultural context.

Listeners appear drawn to thought-provoking storytelling, clear debunking of sensational claims, and entertaining, conversational delivery. A standout t... more

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1. The Casual Criminalist
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