Podcast · 19 episodes
Unbelievable Truths Weekly
About this show
Join us each week as we delve into astonishing stories that seem too bizarre to be real, yet are entirely true. Presented with deadpan seriousness, this show uncovers the surprising realities behind seemingly fabricated tales, offering listeners a fascinating blend of humor and insight into the oddities of the world.
All 19 episodes
Latest 31 August 2026
Absolutely True, Totally Absurd: The Bat-Men of the Moon Hoax
Episode 19 · 4 min · 31 August 2026
A weekly deep-dive into history’s wildest stories—so unbelievable, they have to be true.
In this episode, we delve into the bizarre yet factual story of the Bat-Men of the Moon Hoax, a tale that sounds like pure fiction but is rooted in real events. With deadpan seriousness, we explore how this peculiar narrative captivated the public and examine its surprising origins. Listeners will come away with a new appreciation for the strange truths lurking behind seemingly unbelievable stories, reminding us that reality can often be stranger than fiction.
Absurd But True: The Man Who Sold the Eiffel Tower
Episode 18 · 5 min · 24 August 2026
Unbelievable real stories, told straight—this week: how a con artist convinced Paris he owned the Eiffel Tower.
Discover the astonishing story of the man who managed to sell the Eiffel Tower—an incredible feat of deception that seems too unbelievable to be real. Through deadpan storytelling, this episode explores how a clever con artist pulled off one of history's most bizarre and audacious scams, revealing the surprising truths behind seemingly impossible tales. Prepare to be both entertained and enlightened by this revealing look at a truly absurd but true story.
Stranger Than Fiction: History’s Most Absurd True Stories, Deadpan Delivered
Episode 17 · 5 min · 17 August 2026
This Week: The Pig That Sparked an International Standoff—How One Swine Nearly Started a War in 1859
Join us weekly as we delve into astonishing stories from history that sound too bizarre to be real but are entirely factual. Presented with a deadpan seriousness, these tales highlight the surprising and often unbelievable events that have truly happened, offering listeners both entertainment and insight into the strange, unpredictable nature of history. Prepare to be amazed by stories that challenge your perceptions of reality and showcase the bizarre side of our past.
Truth Is Stranger: The War of the Oaken Bucket and Other Absurd Real Histories
Episode 16 · 4 min · 10 August 2026
Unbelievable tales—like Italy’s deadly bucket war—delivered with deadpan journalistic rigor every week.
In this captivating series, each episode uncovers bizarre yet true stories from history that sound too strange to be real. With a deadpan journalistic tone, the show explores tales like the legendary War of the Oaken Bucket, revealing surprising facts behind seemingly unbelievable events. Listeners will gain an appreciation for the strange, often humorous side of history and understand how reality can be stranger than fiction.
Unbelievable But True: The Strasbourg Dancing Plague and Other Absurd Histories
Episode 15 · 4 min · 3 August 2026
Each week, we uncover a real story so bizarre it sounds fake—delivered with deadpan journalistic rigor.
Discover astonishing true stories that sound like fiction, presented with deadpan seriousness to highlight their bizarre realities. Each week, explore tales like the infamous Strasbourg Dancing Plague and other unbelievable historical events that challenge perceptions of what’s possible. Listeners will gain a new appreciation for history’s strangest moments, understanding how reality can often be stranger than fiction.
True Tales Too Weird to Be Fiction: The Bear Who Became a Soldier
Episode 14 · 5 min · 27 July 2026
Each week, we uncover bizarre but real stories—like the WWII bear with a rank and serial number—told deadpan.
In this episode, discover the astonishing true story of a bear that defied expectations by becoming a soldier. Delivered with deadpan seriousness, the narrative explores how this remarkable animal's journey unfolded, shedding light on the surprising ways animals can adapt and impact human endeavors. Listeners will be captivated by this bizarre yet factual tale, challenging perceptions of what’s possible in the animal kingdom and beyond.
Unbelievable But True: The Weekly Deep Dive Into History's Strangest Real Events
Episode 13 · 5 min · 20 July 2026
From Molasses Floods to Stork Wars—Absurd Stories, Deadpan Delivered, All 100% Documented Fact
Join us each week as we uncover astonishing stories from history that sound too bizarre to be real but are entirely factual. Delivered with deadpan seriousness, this podcast explores strange events, quirky incidents, and unbelievable truths that challenge our perception of reality. Listeners will be captivated by these peculiar tales, gaining a newfound appreciation for the oddities that have actually occurred, reminding us that truth can be stranger than fiction.
Unbelievable, But True: The Greek Village That Declared War on Storks
Episode 12 · 5 min · 13 July 2026
Deadpan Dives: Each week, one story so absurd it can't be real—except it absolutely is. This week: birds vs. villagers.
Discover the astonishing story of a Greek village that declared war on storks, a tale so bizarre it sounds fabricated but is entirely true. Through deadpan narration, this episode explores how local beliefs, cultural traditions, and environmental concerns collided in an unexpected conflict. Listeners will gain insight into the quirky ways communities respond to wildlife issues and leave with a sense of wonder at real-life stories that defy expectations.
Stranger Than Fiction: The Night the Austrian Army Fought Itself
Episode 11 · 5 min · 6 July 2026
Unbelievable true tales—this week, how 100,000 soldiers waged war against their own side in 1788 Romania.
In this intriguing episode, we delve into a bewildering historical event where the Austrian Army unexpectedly engaged in combat against itself. Presented with unwavering deadpan seriousness, the story reveals how misinformation, miscommunication, or peculiar circumstances led to this bizarre confrontation. Listeners will gain insight into the complexities of wartime confusion and the surprising truths behind seemingly unbelievable stories that are, in fact, entirely real.
Truth Is Stranger: The Emu War and Other Unbelievable True Stories
Episode 10 · 5 min · 29 June 2026
Each week, we deadpan our way through real tales so bizarre, you'd swear we made them up—like Australia's bird battle.
In this captivating series, we explore astonishing real-life stories that sound almost too bizarre to be true, such as the infamous Emu War where Australia waged war on flightless birds. Delivered with deadpan seriousness, each episode uncovers the surprising truths behind these unbelievable events, revealing how reality can be stranger than fiction. Listeners will gain a new appreciation for the strange, humorous, and often absurd side of history and current events.
Unbelievable But True: The Week's Wildest Real Story
Episode 9 · 4 min · 22 June 2026
From beer floods to emu wars—delving into history's most absurd-sounding events, all 100% factual
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Unbelievable But True: The Weekly News That Defies Logic
Episode 8 · 4 min · 15 June 2026
Deadpan deep-dives into outrageous real stories—like flying whale blubber—one jaw-dropping tale at a time.
Deadpan deep-dives into outrageous real stories—like flying whale blubber—one jaw-dropping tale at a time.
Stranger Than Fiction: True Tales That Defy Belief
Episode 7 · 5 min · 8 June 2026
Deadpan dives into history’s most unbelievable—but absolutely real—stories, one jaw-dropping episode at a time.
Deadpan dives into history’s most unbelievable—but absolutely real—stories, one jaw-dropping episode at a time.
Absurd But True: Deadpan Deep Dives into History's Strangest Real Events
Episode 6 · 5 min · 1 June 2026
Each week, we unravel a bizarre-yet-true story—like the war nearly sparked by one unlucky pig.
Each week, we unravel a bizarre-yet-true story—like the war nearly sparked by one unlucky pig.
Unbelievable But True: Absurd Histories That Actually Happened
Episode 5 · 4 min · 25 May 2026
Each week, we deadpan the wildest real stories—like the deadly Italian War of the Wooden Bucket.
Each week, we deadpan the wildest real stories—like the deadly Italian War of the Wooden Bucket.
Absurd But True: The Weekly Deep Dive Into History’s Strangest Realities
Episode 4 · 6 min · 18 May 2026
From the Great Stink to the Dance Plague—unbelievable stories, all delivered with deadpan journalistic flair.
From the Great Stink to the Dance Plague—unbelievable stories, all delivered with deadpan journalistic flair.
Deadpan Wonders: The Dance Plague and Other Unbelievable True Stories
Episode 3 · 4 min · 11 May 2026
Each week, we report the wildest real events that sound fake—delivered with unwavering journalistic composure.
Each week, we report the wildest real events that sound fake—delivered with unwavering journalistic composure.
Truth Is Stranger: The Weekly Journal of Unbelievable, Yet True, Events
Episode 2 · 5 min · 4 May 2026
From runaway molasses floods to bizarre true tales, we report the unbelievable with a straight face every week.
From runaway molasses floods to bizarre true tales, we report the unbelievable with a straight face every week.
Absolutely True, Absolutely Absurd: The Emu War Chronicles
Episode 1 · 4 min · 27 April 2026
Each week, we uncover a real story so unbelievable, only deadpan journalism can do it justice.
Each week, we uncover a real story so unbelievable, only deadpan journalism can do it justice.
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