Some theories about the Spear of Destiny are as old as the lance itself. Does it actually hold occult powers and a terrible curse? Was it the reason Hitler invaded Austria? And is it possible that many of history's conquerors shared the same sword—or were there duplicates?
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Sep 2
Chuck Barris: Game Show Host and CIA Assassin?
Chuck Barris created game show classics like The Dating Game and The Gong Show. However, his memoir claims his prolific career was all a cover for his classified missions as a CIA assassin. The agency says his claim is 100% false, but as Barris notes, "Have you ever heard the CIA ... Show More
51m 42s
Aug 26
Conspiracy of Silence: The Town That Killed Ken Rex McElroy
1981, Skidmore, Missouri. Ken McElroy, the “bully of Nodaway County,” is gunned down in the street – in broad daylight, and in front of his wife and an untold number of witnesses. Despite multiple investigations and grand juries, nobody has ever been indicted in the case, thanks ... Show More
47m 54s
Nov 2021
Episode 185: Under the Skin
<p>If there's one thing humans have been obsessed with over the years, it's the risk that the most dangerous, evil things in the world might find a way inside and take control. The stories about this usually sound more like fantasy than fact, but history has a few surprises in st ... Show More
23m 55s
Jan 2025
DEEP DIVE: Nazi Prophecies
Prophecies and power collided in one of history's darkest chapters. The Nazis didn't just exploit predictions—they built their rise around them, bending fate to their will. Astrological charts, ancient texts, and mystics all seemed to predict Hitler's ascent, the devastation of W ... Show More
29m 49s
<p>One of the most common types of folklore pops up all over the globe, and has left a trail of questions and theories that stretches back centuries. Let's shine a light on this terrifying mystery today.</p> <p>————————</p> <p><strong>Lore Resources: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Episod ... Show More
