Topic: Anomalies

7 chapters across the catalog

Hairy Legs
Episode 1290 2:00:07 - 2:03:07

1290: Hairy Legs

COVID-19 Long-Term Effects, COVID Toe, Smell-O-Vision

A discussion on the long-term effects of COVID-19 covers "COVID toe," a condition where toes turn yellow and appear to rot. The hosts remain skeptical of many reported long-term symptoms, comparing them to the lingering effects of a severe flu. They also briefly reminisce about failed historical attempts to integrate "smell-o-vision" technology into computers and media.

CHUD
Episode 1131 1:46:09 - 1:50:21

1131: CHUD

Pollen Counts and Climate Change, NOAA Temperature Data

CBS News reported that climate change is causing record-high pollen counts and longer allergy seasons. However, NOAA data from rural monitoring stations suggests that 2018 was slightly colder than 2002, and early 2019 saw significant cold temperature anomalies that contradict the warming narrative.

About Face!
Episode 729 28:27 - 30:48

729: About Face!

Spontaneous Human Combustion, Historical Documentation

Spontaneous human combustion is discussed as a rare phenomenon where individuals reportedly burn to ash without damaging their surroundings. Historical accounts dating back to the 1600s describe victims, often in overstuffed chairs, being consumed by blue flames. While no cases have been recorded on aircraft, the potential for panic in such an event is noted.

Preemptive Prosecution
Episode 626 2:35:18 - 2:37:38

626: Preemptive Prosecution

European Radar Anomalies and Solar Flare Interference

Reports of aircraft vanishing from radar screens over Europe for 20-minute intervals are attributed to massive X-class solar flares rather than military interference. Eurocontrol sources suggest that these anomalies are more common than reported and often affect GPS and radio communications. The lack of mainstream media coverage regarding solar activity and its impact on technology is highlighted.

US-EU Framework Agreement
Episode 307 1:05:35 - 1:08:42

307: US-EU Framework Agreement

New Zealand Truck Driver, Compressed Air Accident

A New Zealand truck driver survived a freak accident where he fell onto a compressed air hose that pierced his buttock. The air pumped into his body at 100 pounds per square inch, causing him to expand like a balloon and separating fat from muscle. The BBC reported the story, noting that the air eventually escaped his body naturally.

Salt in the Wound
Episode 197 36:19 - 38:21

197: Salt in the Wound

Faisal Shahzad, Bomb Squad Training Drills

Reports indicate that a bomb squad training session was occurring in New York at the same time as the Times Square incident, raising suspicions of a staged event. Anomalies in Faisal Shahzad's background, including his father's high-ranking status in the Pakistani Air Force and his own quiet life as a systems analyst, are explored. The narrative is compared to the "Jihad Jane" case.

Cloudbusting
Episode 130 1:24 - 3:38

130: Cloudbusting

San Francisco Thunderstorms and Unusual September Weather

Unusual weather hit Northern California on Saturday morning, September 12, 2009, featuring rare thunderstorms and lightning. Data from the Purdue weather site recorded 255 lightning strikes by 10:00 AM in the Bay Area. While temperatures in Oregon and Washington reached record highs of 85 degrees, a localized storm cell lingered over San Francisco.