Technically A Conversation

For Hispanic Heritage we’re going to chat about one of the most inspirational life stories! He literally jumped the Southern border fence to America. He went from homeless, migrant farm worker to being a Harvard Medical …

In 1999 the remains of a 20 year old beheaded boy were found in the Mexican temple of Aztec wind god Ehecatl. The boy was holding a ceramic skull in …

September 11, 2001 was a grim day when terrorists attacked US soil and almost 3,000 lives were taken.  If you’re old enough to remember, I bet you …

The Brazen Bull was a hollow brass bull allegedly used by King Phalaris to torture his subjects in the most sadistic imaginable way. A victim was …

The UAP Congressional hearings dropped some weird bombs! Government knowledge of crash sites? Claims of recovered non-human biometrics? Join us to …

In 1954 a businessman was detained in an airport in Tokyo when they couldn’t verify the man’s passport. The passport seemed legit, but no one had …

Freddy Krueger and A Nightmare on Elm Street is an iconic movie that debuted in 1984 about a perverted and fiendish serial killer who preyed on teenagers. This evil spirit torments and kills his victims while they …

In 1998 a man claiming to be a time traveler contacted Art Bell’s Coast To Coast radio show to tell him about his mission to save the world and some disasters in our future. 2 years later he elaborated on his …

Wedding season is upon us and we’re talking history of wedding traditions! Like wedding dresses - the first ones were NOT white! And how the bouquet was to mask the bride’s funky body odor smell! And why diamond rings!? …

Amelia Earhart is one of history’s most famous and celebrated pilots. Not only was she a pioneer in aviation, she also broke gender norms and …

Do you know the Muffin Man?  The one on Drury Lane?  As kids we are taught these seemingly innocent nursery rhymes but several are based off of gruesome parts of history, but is the Muffin Man one of them?  In this …

On Saturday June 24th, 2023, we had our 2 year anniversary YouTube Livestream. It was so much fun having you all join us in the chatroom and interacting with us! This is the audio version of that, if you prefer to …

In part 2 of our crossover show with Stories: The True And The Fictional, we talk about a man who hit his head during a swimming accident and becomes an expert pianist, a true crime story about Lady Leatherface and her …

The Great Emu War of 1932 is a little known war in which the Australian Army fought 20,000 Emu’s and lost. Today we welcome our friends Jamie and Ryan from the podcast Stories: The True And The Fictional who share the …

It’s our Father’s Day episode so we’re going to listen to two delightful Dads stories!  One about how a dad was so determined to get his daughter out …

Celestial Seasonings has been one of America’s most popular tea brands for several years, but their uplifting quotes and corporate morals were shaped …

John Harvey Kellogg was an eccentric philanthropist.  Some, if not most, might even consider him way too outlandish.  But did you know that he pioneered the way we eat breakfast now?  Today, we will discuss Kellogg's …

On August 20th, 1966 the bodies of 2 men wearing lead masks were found on the Morro de Vintém in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Their deaths remain a mystery and have spawned numerous conspiracy theories. Were their deaths …

Early in a relationship, one can overlook red flags.  One woman, Bailey, saw the red flags and managed to literally run away from her date at 4 am, despite being fairly drunk.  What and who was she really running away …

In 1355 King Afonso the 4th of Portugal ordered his son Pedro’s lover Inês de Castro to be murdered. King Afonso was concerned that Inês’s …

There are many variations of Lilith, some dating back since the creation of time. But, who is Lilith? She has been known as the “First Eve”, a demoness or Succubus, or sometimes a portrayal for women’s rights and …

The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty became a best selling book and blockbuster movie, inspired by a true story, but are you familiar with the real person that inspired this story? Today, we’ll discuss who Ronald …

In 1988 Aloha Airlines Flight 243 miraculously made an emergency landing after a huge part of the roof of the plane exploded off.  How did all the …

On April 14th, 1864 several families left Springfield IL for the fertile farmlands of Central California. Known as the Donner Party for their leader George Donner, the group decided to take a shortcut known as The …

In 2012, 6 year old Taylor Syring drowned while swimming at the beach, but was it an accident or was foul play involved? Today we’ll discuss Taylor’s …

The Salem Witch Trials is one of the most famous cases of witchcraft in the United States, but few people are familiar with the witch trials that happened in Abiquiú, NM in the 1700’s. In this episode we’ll talk about …

The VelociPastor is an American comedy horror film in which a priest becomes infected by an artifact that causes him to turn into a velociraptor when …

The Gympie-Gympie, also known as The Suicide Plant has a powerful sting that victims claim causes severe pain for several months to several years …

Back in the 2005 reality show heyday of Who Wants to Marry a Millionaire and Punk’d, a group of Brits were selected to be the first reality show winners to be Space Tourists. The secret of the show was it was all one …

La Mataviejitas or The Little Old Lady Killer made headlines in Mexico for being a professional wrestler by day and serial killer by night. Though fingerprints only tied her to 16 murders, it’s believed she might have …

Before Elvis and Chuck Berry, the woman who inspired these great musical talents was Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Picking up the guitar at 3, she was more …

The Boo Hag is a Haint or evil spirit that sheds her skin at night to suck the blood of her next victim. This folktale originated with the Gullah …

You’ve heard of Rosa Parks, but have you heard of Claudette Colvin? She was the first black person to refuse to give up her bus seat, a full 9 months …

The Black Panthers originally formed to offer black history at their college, but turned into a political party that instituted social programs and …

Have you ever watched a movie that was so crazy, yet it was based on a true story?  In this episode we go behind the Hollywood script and get the …

The Aswang is one of the most feared creatures in all Filipino folklore, combining the most terrifying elements of vampires, shape shifters, and …

Playing in the NHL is likely the dream of most young Canadian boys, but what do you do when you’re not the best skater? In this episode we'll talk about how John Scott got that dream and how he made it into the NHL All …

The Taos Hum has been puzzling people since the 1990’s but is it really an enigma, or just a case where the mystery is more exciting than the actual explanation? In this episode we’ll discuss this and other auditory …

Living through a pandemic, it is likely we are dealing with some form of grief. In this episode we’ll be chatting about Dr. Lucy Hone and how she …

On this special episode of Technically A Conversation, we are joined by Cristina from Espooky Tales, Dakota from Contra Zoom Pod, and one half of The Queens, Elena to bring a short story we wrote to life. A grieving …

The Ideal Maternity Home was opened by Lila and William Young in the 1920’s as a way to offer discreet birthing and adoption for unwed mothers and widows. But, greed got the best of them and they became more interested …

Long before Billy Porter and Jared Leto wore beautiful dresses to gala events, the art of drag and cross dressing got its humble start in …

St. Pierre Martinique is known as much for the eruption of Mt. Pelee that destroyed it, as it’s known for the snake invasion that preceded it. In this episode we’ll discuss how these 2 events are related, some of the …

Chicanos played a large part in pushing the limits of tattoo design to where it is today, not only in the U.S., but worldwide. In this episode, we talk about how  world renowned artist Ed Hardy saved an East L.A. tattoo …

Espooky Tales is a podcast focused on Latin American folklore, myths and legends. Their hosts Cristina and MJ were gracious enough to join us and …

James S. Jameson, heir of the Jameson whiskey distillery, recently went viral in 2021 when a story from 1890 surfaced that he paid 6 handkerchiefs to watch a girl be eaten by cannibals. But, is there any truth to this? …

Ever heard a story and debate with someone whether it is romantic or creepy? Yeah us neither! But, that is what took place with the story of Carl Tanzler, who saw the woman of his dreams and loved her to death, and then …

On September 3rd, we had the privilege of interviewing Leon from El Paso Ghost Tours. He shared with us how he became a paranormal investigator and a few of his amazing stories! If you're a fan of the paranormal, you …

As we approach Halloween, we're doing things just a little bit differently. In this episode we recount some personal ghost stories and weird unexplained phenomenons. To round out the episode, we discuss the Mexican …

The Cecil Hotel started out as a luxury destination for international business travelers and social elites, but is better known for its gruesome reputation than its ritzy status. Today, we’ll discuss some of its most …

It's officially Fall, which means it’s time for a scary ghost story! Take a trip with us to Ireland, to hear a story of a boy who constantly runs away from home to play with his friend. Everyone seems to think he’s …

El Chupacabras has been striking fear on ranches and farms since 1995. Some claim it’s an alien-like being, others claim it’s an escaped lab animal from a secret government facility. Is this creature real, or is it just …

While sexting might seem like a new notion, the concept dates back to WWII when soldiers would write home to their spouses. In this episode we …

La Lechuza or Witch Owl is a Mexican folk tale that has been passed down for generations. Some claim it’s a witch that transforms into an owl, others …

If you're of a certain age, you might remember Scooby Doo and Penny from Inspector Gadget solving crimes, but how likely was this to happen in real …

Most people are familiar with the term Doppelgänger, but few are familiar with the mythology and folklore surrounding it. In this episode, we'll …

Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa is one of the most famous paintings in the world, but how did it become so famous? Would you believe its fame came when …

Project Blue Book was started by The U.S. Government in 1952 to investigate the growing number of UFO sightings that were being reported. Were any of …

Heels are often associated with femininity and style but did you know they were originally made for men in the military? Did you also know that men commonly loved to show off their legs in heels and stockings in the …

In 1963 a Turkish man knocked down a wall in his basement and made one of the most important archeological discoveries in history. He discovered the …

The Empire State Building is one of America’s most iconic buildings and once held the distinction of being the world's tallest building.  But, did you know an army bomber plane crashed into it 77 years ago? In this …

On Christmas day 1945, The Sodder Family experienced one of the worst tragedies a parent could ever imagine. Their house caught on fire and 5 of …

Tyrannosaurus Rex means King of Lizards and when they’re on display at a museum they're often the main attraction! In this episode you’ll hear how two of the most famous T-Rexes ended up for auction, and the secrets the …

It's our 1 Year Anniversary, and we we invited 1 half of The Queens Elena, The Duke Stephan B, and Super Friend AJ to help us celebrate! They'll be joining us in a trivia show, where they'll be answering questions from …

Déjà Vu is a common phenomenon that most people will experience at least once in their lifetime. But what causes this strange sensation? In this episode, we’ll discuss some of the common theories and reasons, its …

Alice In Wonderland has been fascinating children and adults for over 150 years, spawning movies and cartoons as recent as 2010!  In this episode we …

It has long been believed that childhood nursery rhymes carry a darker, sinister, secret meaning, but is there any truth to this? In this episode we’ll discuss some of the research and theories behind them, go over some …

Magic Mushrooms, used for thousands of years until the government made them illegal in the 1960's.  Recently, they've been used to treat depression and substance abuse with great success! In this episode, we'll talk …

In June of 1938 Action Comics #1 was published and Superman flew out of the pages of the comic books and into the hearts of fans and the mainstream …

The echo of the Big Bang from the creation of our universe can still be heard today. It was discovered 58 years ago, and on this episode we'll talk about the researchers from Bell Labs that discovered it by accident, …

On November 24th, 1971, a man hijacked flight 305 on Northwest Orient airlines. He agrees to let the passengers go in exchange for 4 parachutes and $200,000 in cash. After the exchange, the man jumps out of the plane …

The Channel Tunnel runs underneath the English Channel. This almost sounds unbelievable but in this episode we'll discuss how this engineering marvel was plotted, designed, and constructed. We'll also talk about how …

The Zodiac Killer struck fear in the San Francisco, CA area from 1969 to 1974 and taunted police and newspapers with ciphers and phone calls. Though …

The Wizard Of Oz, a timeless classic and one of the most beloved films of all time. As beautiful as this cinematic masterpiece was, it was riddled …

In April of 2013, a woman boarded 2 buses in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua. After riding each bus for about 15 minutes, both of the drivers were shot point blank. Even after interviewing over 20 eye witnesses, her identity …

With more states decriminalizing the use of cannabis, and CBD shops seemingly popping up on every corner, have you ever wondered what medicinal value it actually has? In this episode we'll talk about a few patients that …

The Hermetic Order Of The Golden Dawn, a secret society that started to practice magic, the occult, and paranormal, based on the teachings of the …

West Point Academy is primarily known for it’s academic and military prowess, but it's also known for the hundreds of reported ghosts and other supernatural phenomenon that have been reported by it's cadets. In this …

You might have heard of The Rapture one of the countless times a religious zealot has predicted the end of the world, but what will happen to those of us left behind? With a limited capacity of about 200 Million people, …

Virginia Hall a debutante from Baltimore, MD always had aspirations of doing more with her life. When a freak hunting accident caused her to lose her …

Dolly Parton, legendary Country singer and musician and Hollywood movie star, but if that’s all you know about her, you haven’t even begun to scratch …

Elizabeth Smith Friedman hated the idea of living life as a boring housewife. As one of the most skilled and successful code breakers of her time, …

The Mind’s Eye, the ability to visualize thoughts and ideas in your mind. The ability to recall memories in vivid detail. But, for 1% of the …

In celebration of Black History Month we would like to highlight two heroes of the civil rights movement. Robert Smalls and Fannie Lou Hamer. Robert …

On May 27th, 1962, a routine landfill fire in Centralia, PA spread to a coal mine through an unsealed mine shaft. Though much effort was done to try …

This episode is all about assassination attempts gone wrong! You'll hear why President Andrew Jackson delivered a good old fashioned ass whooping. …

In the 1700’s and 1800’s there was a vampire craze in the New England region of the United States. The region had more than 80 reported cases. Rhode Island alone was home to 18 of these cases. Did Rhode Island become …

What constitutes a good dad? While the specifics might be up for debate, Pigmy dads probably have them all beat! Take a listen and find out what makes them such great dads!

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If you've ever watched TV with captions, you've probably seen "Captioning by WGBH" in the credits. Have you ever wondered what that means? We did, and in this episode, you'll learn who WGBH is, what they do, some of the …

Animals are pretty remarkable creatures, but did you know that rats and dogs are used every day to help people, and even save lives? Tune in, and find out how!

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Zombies are one of people's favorite horror subgenres. From comic books, to movies and TV shows, there is no shortage. Did you know the zombie …

Fermi's Paradox is the contradiction between the lack of evidence for intelligent life, and the high estimates for the probability of intelligent life. The Drake Equation is probably the most famous attempt to explain …

Bonus Episode! Our first annual Holiday Special! Today we are sharing 3 stories that are inspirational and show the true spirit of the holidays. Hope …

Getting ready to drink this holiday season? Check out our podcast for some helpful tips to help nurse a hangover, or even prevent one! If you've had …

Did you know that of all the alerts your phone is capable of receiving, only one can't be disabled! The Presidential Alert! Listen to find out why, …

Have you ever wondered how glow in the dark stuff works? Or why the hands on your watch glow? Listen to learn about the chemicals that are used, where most of the chemicals are commonly found, and what animal was bred …

Countess Elizabeth Bathory has a reputation that is larger than life, but how much of her legend is actually true? How did this noblewoman go from being a well respected, educated person, to earning a Guinness World …

Gratitude has great psychological benefits for those struggling with depression and anxiety.  We’ll cover a study that revealed these benefits as …

The Mandela Effect is a crazy example of false memories on a mass scale. In this episodes, we go over both the conspiracy theories and the science of why they happen. We also share some of our favorite examples. How …

Día De Los Muertos or Day Of The Dead is a day dedicated to honoring and celebrating your loved ones that have passed on. While most people associate …

La Llorona or The Wailing/Weeping Woman is one of the oldest Mexican Folklores, going back to Aztec times. Who was she? Why is she crying? And, how …

Surprise! Our first annual Halloween Special! We hope you enjoy this bonus episode, as it is our way to thank you for being a loyal listener and …

Do you believe in past lives or reincarnation? The stories of Atlas Auberry, Ryan Hammons and James Leininger might make a believer out of you. These children claim to remember their past lives as well as their past …

With a rich history spanning 80 years, few superheroes have endured as long as Wonder Woman. On her 80th Anniversary, we wanted to do something special and devote an entire episode to Diana, Princess of Themyscira. We …

How did haunted houses get their start? What are the scariest haunted houses in the world? What was the inspiration behind Disney's Haunted Mansion? From Madame Tussaud's Chamber of Horror to the Winchester Mystery …

Have you ever woken up and found yourself unable to move? Has this been accompanied by hallucinations that there is an evil presence in the room? Even worse, have you woken up paralyzed only to discover a demon lying on …

Bonus Episode: Our Lucifer recap show! Spoilers ahead! Only listen if you've already watched the series finale, or if you don't care about the show and just want to hear us go on crazy tangents and make funny comments. 

The 27 Club is a club that no musician wants to be in, but sadly, it has many members. From Robert Johnson, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison, and Amy Winehouse these singers all share one thing in …

Number Stations are super creepy! The creep factor is multiplied even more by the fact that no one knows for certain what their true purpose is. In …

This episode is all about dreams! Does everyone dream? Where do dreams come from? Works of art and music inspired by dreams. Is it possible to record …

Do you suffer from any irrational fears? Have you ever wondered what some of the strangest phobias are? Are there any celebrities that share your …

The Moon is something a lot of us don't think too much about, but have you ever wondered what the world would be like if we didn't have a moon? Would …

Urban legends are a lot of fun. They play on our wants and our fears, but did you ever wonder how they spread before the internet? We did, and while …

Humans aren't the only animals that get high! Listen to hear a few examples of how animals in the wild turn on, tune in, and drop out!

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Stetson, a name synonymous with cowboy hats, but do you know the history behind the legendary brand? Grab your boots, hat, and chaps and take a …

What's the worst home intruder you've ever had? Ants? Roaches? Rats? How about a person you've never met before? Living in your house! 

The inspiration for this podcast, and to learn more about Amber Dawn's story: A …

Have you heard that coconut water could be used as a blood plasma substitute? If you have, you're not alone. But, is there any truth to that? Listen …

A brief history of Barbie, from her risqué beginning, to how she became the doll we all know and love now. 

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In this episode, Isela and Jose will talk about...

• The Dirty History of Play-Doh, 
• How Play-Doh Almost didn’t happen, 
• The link with Captain …

Greetings, we’re Technically A Conversation, a podcast for curious people, by curious people.

Every week we take turns presenting a new topic, and the other host has no idea what the topic will be.

We strive to educate …