
The Why Files covers mysteries, myths and legends. We tell stories and seek the truth in a fun and lighthearted way. Our content is heavily researched; we don't release an episode unless we're sure we can bring something new to a topic.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 269 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionScience FictionSociety & CultureDocumentary | |||

Rizwan Virk built games downloaded millions of times, invested early in Discord, and taught at MIT. Then he put on a VR headset in Sausalito and nearly fell over reaching for a table that didn't exist.
That five-second moment sent him down a rabbit ... more
Secret listening posts sit inside ordinary buildings in major cities. Numbers stations still broadcast coded messages over shortwave radio — and no one officially admits why.
This compilation traces the full arc of modern surveillance, from hidden u... more
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Luigi Vendittelli was 9 years old when his grandfather came ins... more
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Hundreds of survivors across a century — climbers, sailors, divers, soldiers — report the same thing. At the moment they were about ... more
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What AJ and team do is so important. They have restored my wonder for the world.
I personally like the fish.
Personally this is the ONLY conspiracy theory podcast I listen to. And I am so sad people hate on him and hecklefish and the guy who said it’s terrible to sleep to there is a compilation for sleep. Sorry this is soooo long
Did not know how I would feel with a 3 hr + show. Well, I’ve listened to every single one. They are all full of great knowledge nuggets. Wish they were longer, thanks A.J
Would be a 5 star rating if not for that annoying fish
It is an awesome podcast and I like the conspiracy theories but some times heckle fish some times is crude but sometimes funny when not crude.
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Episodes center on mysteries, science, and fringe topics explored through deep-dive interviews and narrative storytelling. Recently covered range includes high-tech surveillance and cyber security, paranormal and consciousness research, interstellar physics, UFO history, and historical conspiracies, all unpacked with rigorous sourcing and long-form conversations. The show often pairs expert testimony with accessible explanations, offering a thoughtful blend of skepticism and wonder that appeals to curious listeners who enjoy thorough research and provocative ideas. A standout trait is the commitment to bringing technical topics to life through personal journeys, archival research, and nuanced discussion rather than sensationalism.
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Recent guests on The Why Files: Operation Podcast include:
1. Luigi Vendittelli
2. Gary Buechler
3. Jeffrey Mishlove
4. Peter Levenda
5. Marc Dantonio
6. Eric Wargo
7. Avi Loeb
8. Hugh Newman
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