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Unexplained

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Unexplained is a haunting and unsettling bi-weekly podcast about strange and mysterious real life events that continue to evade explanation. A story-based show mixing spoken-word narrative, history and ideas - often to terrifying effect - that explores the space between what we think of as real and what is not; where sometimes belief can be as concrete as ‘reality,’ whatever that is…

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To some, folk beliefs are little more than the harmless superstitions of a bygone age.

For others, such beliefs and practices are something to be deeply feared as nothing less than the work of the Devil…

Written by Richard MacLean Smith, James ... more

In 1925, experienced mountaineer and man of science Prof. John Norman Collie gave a lecture to a climbing club in the Scottish Highlands.

Concluding his talk, Collie told his stunned audience that he believed there was something very strange stalk... more

Sometime in the mid 1930s, a young budding bluesman appeared on the scene, suddenly possessed of a talent for playing the guitar, which he’d never shown before.

Over time a strange rumour began to spread, that the young man hadn't achieved his tale... more

The second and final part of Season 09 Episode 09: The Uninvited

After years appearing to endure a series of increasingly bizarre and terrifying paranormal occurrences in their home, the Smurl family finally decide to call in some real help.

En... more

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Recent Guests

Diane Hope
Audio producer and sound recordist
Episode: Season 09 Episode 03: Get Out
Neil McRobert
Creator and host of the podcast Talking Scared
Episode: Season 08 Episode 41: The Visitor
Bill Chalker
UFO researcher and MUFON state representative for New South Wales, Australia
Mutual UFO Network (MUFON)
Episode: Season 08 Episode 15: If We Can Sparkle
Cecil McGann
Cattle farmer from New South Wales who experienced strange occurrences in 1927
Episode: Season 08 Episode 15: If We Can Sparkle
John Edgar Browning
A professor of liberal arts and researcher on vampire culture
Savannah College of Art and Design
Episode: Season 08 Episode 12: The Dark Banquet (Pt.2 of 2)
Cynthia Hind
UFO researcher who investigated the Ariel School incident
Episode: Season 07 Episode 17: What Lies in the Long Grass (Pt.2 of 2)
Dr. John Mack
Harvard Professor of Psychiatry interested in alien encounters
Harvard Medical School
Episode: Season 07 Episode 17: What Lies in the Long Grass (Pt.2 of 2)

Host

Richard Maclean Smith
Host and creator, known for storytelling that weaves together philosophy and tales of the strange.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 15.3k ratings
  • Amazing Show, bad Ads

    The show is generally well written and amazing to listen to. Then you are bombarded with ads which ruin the built up ambiance.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DarkOccult
    Canada12 days ago
  • Pity

    Pity , because the subjects are interesting but hosts pattern of reading is off putting. Reads like a poet..not in a good way. Sorry

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Littlelou666
    United Kingdom13 days ago
  • Ads ads ads

    Too many ads. I understand that a Podcast might Need ads for financing itself but this is wayyyy too much

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    jfockqögiebdiciw
    Germany13 days ago
  • Not so good any more

    Unfortunately, this podcast which I used to really enjoy, seems to have had a change of direction and is no longer so engaging. The topics have become less interesting, and the story-lines have become so drawn out over 2, 3 or 4 parts, that they lose momentum. It has become, sadly, boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Creative1685
    United Kingdom13 days ago
  • Been a listener for years

    Really loved the latest episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    keykeykey16
    Canada14 days ago

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Some praise the host's calming voice and the intriguing nature of the stories, but others find the presentation style hard to follow due to flat inflections.
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Listeners request an ad-free option due to numerous complaints about disruptive ad placements.

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

Expect a captivating journey into the mysterious and eerie corners of reality, where strange and unsettling stories unfold around real-life events that defy explanation. By blending narrative storytelling, history, and psychological exploration, the content invites listeners to question their perceptions of reality and belief. Notable topics often evoke themes of tragedy, the supernatural, and the human experience of unexplained phenomena, offering a mix of emotional storytelling intertwined with investigative inquiry. This series particularly stands out for its balance of engaging narratives that provoke thought while maintaining an unsettling atmosphere, making it ideal for those intrigued by the unknown, the bizarre, and the haunting tal... more

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1. Lore
2. Dark Histories
3. Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities
4. Astonishing Legends
5. One Strange Thing: Paranormal & True-Weird Mysteries

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Unexplained launched 10 years ago and published 404 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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2. Neil McRobert
3. Bill Chalker
4. Cecil McGann
5. John Edgar Browning
6. Cynthia Hind
7. Dr. John Mack

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