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Be Amazed
Amazingly interesting fact podcasts. From most amazing people to future technology creations to facts about amazing mysteries, if it’s amazing, we'll explore it. Oh, and there's a splash of humor thrown in too. You'll be amazed at our mind-blowing array of fun facts and condensed lists.
Episodes
Be AmazedThe Reason Why Whales Don’t Want to Live In The Ocean
Nearly 2000 whales and dolphins beach themselves on the shore every year! Sadly, many of these amazing animals perish, unable to survive out of their watery…
Be AmazedDeadliest Substances In The World
Our bodies are such intricate machines that we aren’t even close to fully understanding them. But even absolutely miniscule amounts of some toxins, like…
Be AmazedEmbarrassingly Dumb Ways People Died – Darwin Awards Winners (Part 9)
Despite all the advancements of modern society, people still find ways to fall through the safety nets and put themselves in danger. Some people are so dumb…
Be AmazedFascinating Elaborate Plots Exposed
For centuries, criminals and wrongdoers around the world have secretly planned and plotted under our very noses. But some of those plans haven’t stayed so…
Be AmazedWhy Did Women Faint So Much in the 19th Century? Historical Fact Show
Everyone studied history at school, but did anyone else feel like they were always learning the same old stuff? There’s plenty of interesting things the…
Be AmazedValuable Things You Might Have in Your Attic
Cleaning out an attic, garage, or basement can be such a boring task. But what if you could turn that chore into a treasure hunt? You see, there are plenty of…
Be AmazedThe Terrifying Story of the Radium Girls
In 1917, scores of patriotic young girls counted their lucky stars to have secured jobs working at a large warehouse complex in Orange, New Jersey. The task…
Be AmazedCities Of The Future Being Built
New cities are springing up all the time, and the ones of the future will look nothing like today’s. From artificial islands to underground metropolises, these…
Be AmazedMysterious Discoveries that Baffled Scientists
From mysterious shipwrecks to eternal flames – these are some discoveries and phenomena from across the world that have left scientists scratching their heads!…
Be AmazedScary Experiments That Could Have Ended the World
From nuclear tests setting our entire atmosphere on fire, to man-made black holes that might tear the world apart! Grab your lab coats and science goggles, as…
Be AmazedHow To Illegally Earn $20,000,000 With Maple Syrup
One of the biggest heists in history saw almost $20 million worth of the sticky stuff swiped from under the maple syrup industry’s nose! But how was so much…
Be AmazedEmbarrassingly Dumb Ways People Died – Darwin Awards Winners (Part 8)
Strap in and get ready, as we look at even more idiots who ended themselves in the most embarrassing ways possible. Advertising Inquiries…
Be AmazedPlaces Planes Don’t Want to Fly Over
From copter sucking craters to the riskiest runways on Earth, fasten your seatbelts as we take a trip to some of the most dangerous and forbidden places planes…
Be AmazedScariest Run-Ins With Unknown Predators
From reported encounters with long-limbed, faceless creatures, to being pursued by giant, fur-covered humanoids with 14-inch feet, let’s check out some…
Be AmazedStrangest Things Found Under Floorboards
Let's investigate unbelievable and slightly chilling secrets people unearthed in and around their homes! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands…
Be AmazedPassive Aggressive Ways That People Got Revenge - Part 3
From unleashing a torrent of bugs on a bullying brother, to some of the most hilarious paybacks against cheating partners you’ll ever hear about; it’s time to…
Be AmazedWeird Facts About the Male Body
Ranging from colour blindness and male menopause, to what’s really happening below the belt, it’s time for us to learn a few little-known facts about being a…
Be AmazedThings the Government Can (Legally) Steal From You
Let's explore how governments around the world can, and will, steal practically anything you own - plus a few truly unbelievable historical examples that prove…
Be AmazedMost Expensive Drinks in the World
Some super luxurious spirits are actually filtered through diamonds, others come in bottles made from diamonds, and there are even fruit juices that you’d need…
Be AmazedThese Places Shouldn’t Exist On Earth But They Damn Well Do – Part 2
There are some places in our world that are wonderfully weird, like Area 51, The Bermuda Triangle, or Florida. But there are others that, in comparison, seem…
Be AmazedWeirdest Online Jobs That’ll Make You Rich
Believe it or not, there are some super weird opportunities online that pay much better than the standard 9 to 5. They range from filming yourself eating or…
Be AmazedFacts You’ll Think Are Lies Until You Learn The Truth
Some well-known facts are actually lies passed down through the ages, others are just downright too crazy to be true, and the truth behind them is almost…
Be AmazedHe Was Locked In This Machine For Over 70 Years
Could you imagine what it would be like to live your entire life confined in a mechanical box - one that’s just big enough to fit your body into? What if you…
Be Amazed"Dead Girl" Comes Back To Life, Knows Secrets She Shouldn't
In the early 1900s, a young girl named Dorothy Eady did the impossible, twice. First, she returned from the dead. Second, when she came back, she returned with…
Be AmazedUnidentified Life Forms Living In Abandoned Buildings
From lurching shadow-figures in an old hospital basement, to faceless humanoids lurking in deserted tunnels, here are some terrifying unidentified lifeforms…
Be AmazedMost Harmful Foods People Keep Eating
Many of the foods you eat every day contain hidden toxins, parasites, and poisons that can cause disturbing – and sometimes deadly – side effects! From…
Be AmazedReal Life Immortal - The Count of Saint-Germain
His existence has been recorded in numerous accounts throughout history – as recently as the 1970s – yet he never seemed to age, and sometimes took on…
Be AmazedComparing Schools Around the World
Around the world, class can take place anywhere from train platforms to palaces! Reprimands vary from writing lines to corporal punishment. And school lunches…
Be AmazedSneakiest Fraudsters Of All Time
From a fraudster who sold a stranger’s house without their knowledge, to a fake princess who swindled thousands from members of the public, let’s take a look…
Be AmazedWhat The Mafia Does Nowadays Will Surprise You
From fixing sports games to selling you fake food, it turns out the Mafia still does a whole lot. Grab your Fedora, because we’re about to step deep into the…
Be AmazedBest Animal Parents
From going months without sleep, to keeping their offspring safe in their stomachs, and even selfless mama’s sacrificing themselves to feed greedy offspring…
Be AmazedMad Jack Churchill – The Sword-Wielding Madman Of World War 2
Of all the heroes that fought in World War 2, few are as weird or wonderful as Mad Jack. So, today, we’re going to put on our helmets, load up our rifles, and…
Be AmazedAncient Technologies That Were Way Ahead of Their Time
In our modern world, it’s easy to think we’ve got technology all figured out. But while we’ve come along leaps and bounds over the centuries, our ancient…
Be AmazedRarest Stones in The World
While almost all gems are stones, not all stones are gems! From rocks that are literally out of this world, to glittering gems that glow in the dark, let’s…
Be AmazedWorst Punishments in Human History
Humans throughout history have come up with twisted and terrible ways to punish alleged wrongdoers. From burning bulls to bug buffets, these are some of the…
Be AmazedAncient Creatures That Are Still Alive
Some bizarre, funny, and outright terrifying life forms have roamed the Earth for far longer than us; unchanged since the times of the dinosaurs and beyond…
Be AmazedTechnology Has Gone Too Far
From a ten-second toothbrush to a smart toilet that scans your behind, here are some of the most ridiculous pieces of tech the world has to offer! Advertising…
Be AmazedLargest Ships on Earth
All around the world, ships in all sectors are seriously sizing up. With competing companies racing to build bigger, better, and bulkier vessels, these mega…
Be AmazedA Missing Plane From 1955 Landed After 37 Years. Here’s What Happened
In July 1955, Pan Am Flight 914 left New York City Airport en route to Miami. However, the flight never made it to sunny Florida. Without sending out a single…
Be AmazedMost Dangerous Places on Earth
There are some places on earth you should never visit, no matter how much you need a holiday! We’re talking lakes that will kill you in a single hour, caves…
Be AmazedStrangest Children’s Books Tales You Won't Believe Are Real
Let's explore some of the darkest, weirdest, and most shocking children’s tales that you won’t believe are real! Advertising Inquiries…
Be AmazedMysterious Discoveries Found Under Dried Bodies Of Water
From peculiar remnants of ancient civilizations to entire lost cities, here are some of the most mysterious discoveries found under dried bodies of water…
Be AmazedExpensive Useless Things Billionaires Spend Their Money On
From million-dollar pigeons to designer garbage bags, you won’t believe the weird, wacky, and downright useless ways billionaires have found to splash their…
Be AmazedJaw-Dropping Archeological Discoveries
From the weird and wonderful to the totally terrifying, let’s check out some of the most truly bizarre archeological discoveries. Advertising Inquiries…
Be AmazedWhat Happened to the Astronaut Who Was Lost in Space for 311 Lonely Days?
Join me on this truly wild tale, traversing through the collapse of nations and into the territory of literal time travel itself, in the story of what happened…
Be AmazedThe Army Of Birds You've Never Heard Of
Let’s deep dive into the mystery of why China decided to assemble a duck army and discover even more of the strange and unbelievable ways birds have been used…
Be AmazedStories That Sound Fake But Are 100% Real
From a truly miraculous series of life-saving coincidences to the most ridiculous arrest story you’ll ever hear, here are some of the most ridiculous stories…
Be AmazedRarest Things In The Universe
What’s rarer than finding a 4-leaf clover? Rarer than being struck by lightning? Or even rarer than winning the lottery? They’re such exceptional occurrences…
Be AmazedAnimals That Were Scarier Than Dinosaurs
It’s certainly no stretch to say that life would have been much scarier if the dinosaurs had stuck around. But what if I told you the Earth used to be…
Be AmazedStrangest Objects Recently Discovered
Being the curious creatures that we are, human beings are constantly discovering amazing new things. But sometimes, those discoveries are so strange, they…
Be AmazedComparing Prisons Around the World
When you think about prison, I bet most of you imagine endless iron bars, dark hallways, grim food, and an overwhelming sense of despair. But, surprisingly…
Be AmazedUnexplained Mysteries that Need Explaining
Remember the nursery rhyme: “if you go down to the woods today you’re sure of a big surprise?” What if that “surprise” was an eerie, isolated staircase that…
Be AmazedThings You Never Realised You Were Doing Wrong
We all have our favorite way of doing things, but many of us are making the usage of everyday things a lot harder for ourselves than we realize. From the most…
Be AmazedPlaces You Can't Go But People Did Anyway
Whether it’s a network of abandoned mines, haunted islands, or top-secret military facilities, here are some of the most fascinating places you’re not allowed…
Be AmazedThe Terrifying And Stupid Reasons Artificial Islands Are Being Built
Today, there are some 250 artificial islands that have been developed around the world! Though not all of these man-made islands appear on world maps, for…
Be AmazedCaviar: How It’s Made and Why It’s So Expensive
Caviar is one of the most sought-after delicacies in the entire world. But while it may look fancy doled out alongside thousand-dollar bottles of champagne…
Be AmazedReal Tricks Companies Don't Want You To Know
As companies strive for ever-increasing profits, it’s usually the customer who ends up paying the price, quite literally. But don’t worry. I’m here to put the…
Be AmazedSecret Service Tactics That Are Insane
Protecting the President of the United States is no easy task, but agents of the United States Secret Service do so without question, even if it means risking…
Be AmazedAmazing Secrets Hidden In Everyday Things - Part 4
It’s easy to assume you know everything about the objects you encounter on the daily. But even the most seemingly-mundane items can harbour a few secrets you’d…
Be AmazedLuckiest People Who Survived the Impossible - Part 4
There are some things that humans just weren’t built to survive. Freak accidents happen all the time - yet there are some people among us who manage to beat…