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EP 01: Shukatsu Festival
EP 01: Shukatsu Festival
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EP 01: Shukatsu Festival
EP 01: Shukatsu Festival
Ever imagined celebrating death? In Japan, the annual Shukatsu Festival embraces this concept, where people prepare for their death in a unique, celebratory manner. The festival sees Japanese individuals purchasing coffins, planning their funerals, and even trying out their burial outfits. The story...
00:11:06
EP 02: Inunaki Tunnel
EP 02: Inunaki Tunnel
Truth often hides under layers, especially when it's a "terrifying" truth. After returning from Japan's Shukatsu Festival, I found Japan thrilling. Seeking more bizarre events, I met a guide named Asahi. He hinted at a place beyond Japan's laws. The next day, Asahi took me to a forbidden tunnel, rum...
00:12:40
EP 03: The Mystery of Dyatlov Pass (Part 01)...
EP 03: The Mystery of Dyatlov Pass (Part 01)
When a researcher named Irina shares the chilling story of the Dyatlov Pass incident, mysteries unravel around the deaths of nine hikers who encountered an unknown force in Russia’s icy mountains. As Irina dives into her work on infrasound, the invisible frequencies that cause physical and mental di...
00:12:41
EP 04: A Daughter's Truth
EP 04: A Daughter's Truth
In this riveting tale, a young woman uncovers the shocking truth about her identity. Raised in love, but haunted by questions, she faces a life-altering revelation after a DNA test—was she really her parents' child, or stolen at birth? Her journey of discovery leads her into emotional turmoil, socie...
00:12:56
EP 05: The Village of Transformation
EP 05: The Village of Transformation
In a remote and mysterious village, something extraordinary happens—girls transform into boys by the age of 12. This strange and unexplained phenomenon has baffled scientists and villagers alike. Is it a curse, a genetic anomaly, or something else entirely? As we journey through the eyes of a visito...
00:09:29
EP 06: A Village Without Sons
EP 06: A Village Without Sons
In a small Polish village, a mysterious phenomenon has left the community with an inexplicable curse—no boys have been born for the past 12 years. With only daughters being born, the village finds itself struggling to balance tradition, family, and the future. Scientists are baffled, and the village...
00:09:12
EP 07: Alien Encounters
EP 07: Alien Encounters
Imagine a village where the inhabitants claim to have direct connections with aliens. In this strange community in Mexico, villagers believe they have been visited and even abducted by extraterrestrial beings. Some women say they have given birth to "hybrid" children, blending human and alien DNA. W...
00:13:41
EP 08: The Blind Village
EP 08: The Blind Village
Imagine an entire village where no one can see, yet the inhabitants have accepted their fate and learned to live without sight. This is the story of a mysterious community in Mexico's Tiltepac village, where blindness affects not only people but also animals. What causes this strange affliction? Is ...
00:07:47
EP 09: A Journey to Roopkund
EP 09: A Journey to Roopkund
Roopkund, a lake in Uttarakhand, holds a chilling secret—its waters reveal hundreds of human skeletons each year as the ice melts. Scientists and historians have puzzled over this mystery for decades. Were these people ancient warriors, pilgrims, or victims of a curse? Join this journey to the eerie...
00:10:21
EP 10: Journey to the Land of Jarawa
EP 10: Journey to the Land of Jarawa
In this thrilling episode, follow the narrator's journey to the Andaman Islands, where he sets out to observe the elusive and ancient Jarawa tribe. Driven by a unique curiosity, he is guided by his journalist friend Arun and a local activist, Upam. The encounter is as enlightening as it is perilous,...
00:08:56
EP 11: Vegetarian Festival
EP 11: Vegetarian Festival
Embark on a journey to Phuket, Thailand, to witness the astounding Vegetarian Festival, where participants pierce their bodies and endure extreme rituals to cleanse themselves. Experience the intensity and spirituality as the city transforms into a spectacle of resilience and faith. Listen to this i...
00:10:15
EP 12: The Toraja Society
EP 12: The Toraja Society
Discover the Toraja people of Indonesia, a society with unique customs surrounding death and the afterlife. Follow the exploration of their elaborate rituals, where the deceased remain part of their daily life until the final farewell. This episode unearths the deep-rooted traditions of a community ...
00:14:44
EP 13: Lee Hadwin - The Sleeping Artist
EP 13: Lee Hadwin - The Sleeping Artist
Meet Lee Hadwin, a man who, while fast asleep, creates stunning paintings. Follow the journey to uncover his incredible talent and the mysteries surrounding his art, which he himself doesn’t recall creating. This episode dives into the awe-inspiring story of an artist and his gift that transcends co...
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EP 14: The Cannibalistic Rituals
EP 14: The Cannibalistic Rituals
Enter the heart of the Amazon rainforest to meet the Yanomami tribe and witness their shocking customs. Discover how this tribe practices a unique funeral ritual, honouring the deceased through an act that might seem unthinkable to outsiders. Explore the depths of cultural practices that push the bo...
00:10:18
EP 15: Umoja Village
EP 15: Umoja Village
Journey to Umoja, Kenya, a village solely inhabited by women who have found refuge and strength by building a society free from patriarchal constraints. Discover their inspiring stories of resilience, independence, and self-sufficiency. This episode celebrates a unique community's dedication to empo...
00:13:26
EP 16: Zombie Lake
EP 16: Zombie Lake
Venture to the eerie shores of Zombie Lake, where myths turn creatures into stone upon touching the lake's water. Join the spine-chilling experience as myths and legends come alive, challenging our sense of reality in a place that blurs the line between science and the supernatural. Catch this thril...
00:11:40
EP 17: Jatinga Valley
EP 17: Jatinga Valley
In Jatinga Valley, Assam, birds mysteriously commit mass suicide every year. Discover the unexplained phenomenon that baffles scientists and locals alike. This episode delves into the mystique and eerie atmosphere of a place where nature takes an ominous turn. Listen to this enigmatic tale on Audio ...
00:14:07
EP 18: The Village of Twins
EP 18: The Village of Twins
Explore the mystifying village of Mohammadpur Umri near Prayagraj, India, where an unusually high number of twins are born. Join the journey to uncover the secrets of this village and the theories behind this genetic marvel that has made it one of a kind in the world. Discover this fascinating episo...
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EP 19: The Haunted Fort of Bhangarh
EP 19: The Haunted Fort of Bhangarh
Visit Bhangarh Fort in Rajasthan, a site famous for its eerie atmosphere and forbidden after dark entry. Follow the tale of an explorer's journey through this haunted location and the dark legends of curses, lost love, and ghostly encounters that make Bhangarh a place of spine-chilling mystery. Catc...
00:15:10
EP 20: The Curse of Kuldhara
EP 20: The Curse of Kuldhara
In this haunting episode, journey into the mysterious village of Kuldhara in Rajasthan, where the residents vanished overnight, leaving behind a curse that no one would ever inhabit it again. Guided by a local named Prem Singh and accompanied by Akriti, the narrator explores eerie ruins and uncovers...
00:13:50
EP 21: The Haunted Village of Bhomiya
EP 21: The Haunted Village of Bhomiya
Bhomiya, a village in Rajasthan, is cursed for over 700 years. Here, no house is built above a single story, as locals believe doing so brings ruin. The episode delves into the origins of this superstition and explores how generations have adapted their lives around it. What lies behind this ancient...
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