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Journey to the Fringe

Journey to the Fringe
Opus Dei
Darvaza Crater
Owls
Bigfoot
New Orleans
Uri Geller
Linda Napolitano
SETI
Little People
Trappist-1
UFO/UAP Phenomenon
Hippos
Prince Andrew
Bud Hopkins
Genitals
Missing and Dead Scientists
China
Food Safety
Meat Smuggling
Easter Island

Thanks for checking out our podcast! We look at fringe topics often neglected, or ill discussed, in a light hearted and open manner. These topics run the gambit from the mundane water pollution, recycling, and tax evasion to the fantastical moth persons, time travellers, and paranormal. For us there’s no cryptid too creepy, topic too trivial, or djinn to dreary. Also we like to do exposes on assho... more

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Host of Journey to the Fringe, active across multiple episodes.
Chelsea
Co-host focused on fringe topics with a humorous, skeptical lens.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
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What is Journey to the Fringe about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lighthearted, skeptical take on fringe topics that range from cryptids and ufology to bizarre news and oddities in science and culture. Episodes blend humor with critical thinking, often re-evaluating viral claims, exploring media narratives, and highlighting how rumors spread online. A recurring mini-news segment at the top keeps things fresh, while longer conversations mix historical context, satire, and thoughtful critique of sensational stories. Noteworthy is the show's willingness to call out misinformation and to poke fun at both eccentric theories and the communities around them, all while remaining accessible to curious listeners who enjoy an offbeat twist on current events.

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