BSP: Believer Skeptic Podcast

Episode 29 – Kale From The Crypt

In this episode, Chris and Cody kick off Halloween month by talking all about traditions. Cody discusses a personal (and quite odd) family tradition having to do with begging and puppets, while Chris discusses an equally strange custom that has to do with kale (yes that kind of kale). Cody then talks about lore surrounding samhain and Chris shares the origins and traditions around Dia de Los Muertos (no, it is NOT Mexican Halloween). This weeks drinks are: Two Hats Beer and a variety of Pumpk...

Minisode 11 – A Month of Boos

In this minisode, Chris and Cody kick off a month of Halloween episodes! To start it all off, Cody tells about a childhood Halloween tradition involving dressing as a bum to knock on his mother's bedroom door for candy. But that candy wasn't free! It cost prayers. Then Chris begins the first of a three part Halloween tale about trick-or-treaters being chased down by a creeper. It's chilling and Cody made all the proper "Ooh!" and "Aah!" noises. See if you can guess next week's topic from this...

Episode 28 – Curiously Cursed

In this episode, Cody and Chris are joined by the amazing women of Spoop Hour as they discuss cursed objects. Sasha starts us off with the Hope Diamond, which Cody thought was The Heart of the Ocean from Titanic. Then, Cody discusses murderer Johnny Frank Garrett, who places a curse upon the world. THE WORLD! Next, Courtney tells us about Archive of the Afterlife in W. Virginia. It holds some creepy ass artifacts, like an armless doll that plays favorites and an electrocution cap. Finally, Ch...

Minisode 10 – Wreck-reation Vacation

In this minisode, Chris and Cody discuss two evil objects that make you never want to own anything again. Chris talks about James Dean and his beloved car...that tried to murder him and lots of other people! Cody begins telling a story about Pearl Harbor, but it quickly derails into a familiar taboo tiki topic sure to delight anyone who likes fluffy television. That will make sense when you listen, we promise! See if you can guess next week's topic from this minisode. It's not hard this time.

Episode 27 – Invasion of the Mind Snatchers

In this episode, Chris and Cody talk alllllll about mind control. Cody dives into MK Ultra, which he thought was a gross light beer, but it's actually a real government program that tried brainwashing subjects using LSD, electroshock, and other crazy a** stuff. Chris discusses a seemingly harmless experiment - where volunteers pretended to be prisoners or guards - that went absolutely bonkers after only six days. Today’s Drinks of Choice are: California Roots wine and water (yep, water). Adv...

Minisode 9 – Pain in the Brain

In this minisode, Chris and Cody talk about weird things dealing with the brain. Chris shares the story of a woman who joined a cult that made her wear bags covered with sins. Cody talks about an already existing technology that lets one person make another person fire a cannon - using only his/her mind. The truth is stranger than fiction here, which is our favorite thing! See if you can guess next week's topic from this minisode.

Episode 26 – The Mothman Cometh

In this episode, Chris and Cody bring in a special guest to talk about the Mothman, a cryptid that terrorized West Virginia in the 1960s. Join us as Scott Devogelaere, history teacher and huge Mothman aficionado, walks us through Mothman’s history, discusses numerous sightings, and shares an eventual tragedy that may have been Mothman’s doing. On a lighter note, the group also talks about Mothman and Bigfoot’s “special” relationship, as well as how to identify a gender fluid creature. Today’s...

Minisode 8 – Cryptids in Appalachia

In this minisode, Chris and Cody talk about two weird a** cryptids found in or near the Appalachians. Cody gives crazy ridiculous information about sheepsquatch (yep, you read that right), along with a couple of sighting stories, one involving eating forest mushrooms. Chris tells the tale of a guy's freaky encounter with a helicopter-elephant sounding humanoid. See if you can guess next week's topic from this minisode. The picture also gives a small clue.

Episode 25 – La-La-La-La Llorona

We are back from a short hiatus and have quite the legend for you. We are talking about Chris’s favorite folktale from Mexico and the Southwest: La Llorona, the jilted women who commits infanticide and haunts waterways looking for new victims. Sounds charming, right? Cody’s story is about a local Arizonan who discovers a man obsessed with La Llorona, while Chris tells two tales, one being his creepy a** personal encounter. BS Weekly has to do with a modern day Llorona in the U.K. Today’s Drin...

Season 1 Recap- Q and Gay

You thought they were done, but nooooooo. In this season recap episode, Chris and Cody do not discuss weird phenomena or any of their usual oddities. Instead, they talk about the podcast itself, including the history the show, its inception, and snafus along the way (in a nutshell, Chris is classy while Cody is not). Then, they discuss the future of the show, upcoming episodes, and where they hope to take it in Season 2. Cody grills Chris with questions about the show, while Chris ups the an...

Episode 23 – The End of the Beginning

In episode 27...errr 23, Cody and Chris take on the dark subject of the apocalypse with their usual idiocy. Chris tells two stories: one of the impending software/AI apocalypse and the other about the “planet” Nibiru and its collision with Earth. Cody discusses scare tactics, childhood trauma, and PTSD due to stories of religious visions and the three days of darkness. BS Weekly is about recent sightings of zombie raccoons in Ohio. This weeks drinks are (not Katy Perry’s) Dark Horse Red Blend...

Minisode 7 – Bright Lights, Dead City

In this minisode, Chris and Cody share stories that seemingly have nothing to do with each other. But on closer examination, you'll see they really have nothing to do with each other. Chris talks about a man living the future in dreams. It doesn't end well. Cody shares a true, freaky cannibalistic tale. It may not be for the squeamish. See if you can guess next week's topic from this minisode.

Episode 22 – Dear Theodosia

In this episode, we finally pay homage to the amazing, awesome, incredible musical Hamilton. In the musical, Aaron Burr sings a song to his daughter, Theodosia (called Dear Theodosia). Sadly, the real Theodosia Burr mysteriously vanished in real life, and Chris and Cody discuss her disappearance and possible whereabouts. Cody tells the story of a potential appearance by Theodosia in Galveston, Texas. Chris discusses the Female Stranger and the infamous Nags Head Portrait, which may have resul...

Minisode 6 – Bye Bye Baby

In this minisode, Chris and Cody share stories about regular people who may or may not have disappeared. Chris talks about a family that either died or vanished in a fire. It's a true tale of Murphy's Law, where everything that could go wrong did go wrong. Cody follows this up by discussing the story of a child who goes missing . . . only to be discovered months later. Or was he? DUN DUN DUNNNNNNN! As always, our minisodes are hints for the next full episode (coming next week). See if you can...

Episode 21 – Stop Us If You’ve Heard This

In Episode 21, Cody and Chris discuss déjá vu, that phenomena where you experience something you swear you've experienced before.

Episode 21 – Stop Us If You've Heard This

We are legal! Or at least our podcast is (Cody's still underage). In Episode 21, Cody and Chris discuss déjá vu, that phenomena where you experience something you swear you've experienced before. Cody tells the weird story of a blue eyed/blue haired woman who is like Dory (the fish, not grandma). Then our podcasters have a serious deja vu when Chris shares a story Cody swears he's heard before. The end result is crazy and hilarious. BS weekly discusses the current Yanny/Laurel debacle. This w...

Minisode 5 – Dream a Little Dream

In their fifth minisode, Chris and Cody share a few interesting stories about dreams. Cody tells the tale of a guy who needs help battling dream demons. He also overshares and gets waaaay into manscaping. Chris discusses a story that has it all: old couples needing directions, old people stalking, and parties with old people stalkers. The lesson learned in this minisode is to never sleep again. As always, the minisode is also a teaser for the upcoming episode. See if you can guess the them...

Episode 20 – It’s a Medical Miracle!

In this episode, Cody and Chris delve into the fascinating topic of medical miracles.

Episode 20 – It's a Medical Miracle!

In this episode, Cody and Chris delve into the fascinating topic of medical miracles. Chris tells two stories of children, one who serves as a warning not to swim in gross water...or water, period. Cody shares a tale of explosive diarrhea that has a happy “end”ing (no pun intended). BS Weekly tells of a creature that may an actual substitute for blood. Drinks this week are: Educated Guess Cabernet, and Painkillers. ***There’s also a special dedication at the end of the episode. We ask that yo...

Episode 19 – Ghost Rider

In this episode, Chris and Cody discuss one of the best urban legends out there: Phantom Hitchhikers (those ghosts we pick up that mysteriously vanish). Cody tells the earliest known phantom hitchhiker story - involving an apostle and a eunuch - that comes from the bible. Chris shares a weird story where the driver actually makes out with the ghost before driving her home. BS weekly includes a fun story about charity, hitchhiking, and microwaves. Drinks this week are: Rambling Router Cider an...

Minisode 4 – Car Scar

In their fourth minisode, Cody and Chris discuss the road less traveled (but frequently creepy). Cody tells the story about a traveling fortune teller who gives a very bizarre prediction. Chris discusses a (perhaps) ghostly encounter at a rest stop on the island of Trinidad, where they prefer their cars shaken, not stirred. The lesson learned in this minisode is to never ever ever ever travel alone on creepy roads, especially at night. The minisode is also a teaser for the upcoming episode...

Episode 18 – Roa-nope

In this episode, Cody and Chris discuss the strange story of Roanoke, the colony that vanished without a trace. Chris discusses several theories, one that has to do with birds falling from the sky and a weird reptilian devil. Cody talks about the possibility of flesh eating zombies. Then, he shares his own thoughts on what happened that fateful night so many years ago. BS Weekly discusses a city found underground in South Africa via lasers. Drinks this week are: Water and Sauvignon Blanc. Li...

Episode 17.5 – Croatoan

In this minisode, Chris and Cody discuss the word Croatoan. It’s perhaps the most mysterious word ever, appearing throughout history and immediately signaling a death or crazy disappearance. Cody shares stories where the word appears. Chris discusses the origin of the creepy word. This is a teaser for our next full episode. See if you can guess what it is based on this minisode. Our drinks of choice were: nothing, because Chris and Cody were already toasty from recording the Stigmata episode.

Episode 17 – Holey Stigmata

In this episode, Chris and Cody discuss the strange religious phenomena known as stigmata. Listen as Chris shares some history and gives the criteria required to be a stigmatic. Cody talks about his namesake, St. Francis, and the fact his mother wanted Cody to have stigmata. Chris has a very interesting story about a woman whose blood created writings in languages she didn’t know. BS Weekly returns to discuss another strange Spanish tradition (no, not the poo-related Caga Tio). Drinks this we...

Episode 16.5 – Minisode #2

Welcome to our second minisode! Once again, we're giving just a teaser of our next episode. You should join the "cool" club and learn about our subject before it's actually released. In this minisode, Cody tries to keep the topic vague by discussing multiple spiritual phenomena related to Therese Newmann. Then Chris gives the entire farm away, but it's all worth it because he shares a really cool story about Irving Francis Houle. Listen in to learn more and we'll see you next week for the "of...

Episode 16 – St. Patrick’s Day Special: The Frighting Irish

In this episode Cody and Chris have not one, but two special guests! Eddie and Paddy from the Bayk Podcast join us for some fun and Irish tales.

Episode 16 – St. Patrick's Day Special: The Frighting Irish

In this episode Cody and Chris have not one, but two special guests! Irish fellows Eddie and Paddy from the Bayk Podcast join BSP for some spooky Ireland fun. Eddie tells us about the Banshee, while Paddy and Cody share their personal experiences with her. Paddy also discusses a very personal story about an Irish ghost (it gave everyone chills). Chris talks about a moving statue and weird Irish cryptids that roam the rivers. Cody debunks the banshee with audio evidence, while Chris uses scien...

Episode 15.5 – Minisode #1

Surprise! It's our first minisode! We thought we'd give our listeners a treat on the weeks we don't do a full episode. This bi-weekly "tinysode" should help fight those BSP withdrawals. During each minisode, we'll share a couple stories (with minimal editing so you may get some behind-the-scenes fun) that will hint at our next topic. For this first minisode, the topic may be obvious, but there's a fun twist. Hope you like pudding! Stories Hungry Grass http://cryptidz.wikia.com/wiki/Hungry_...

Episode 15 – BSP and The Case of The Parallel Universe

In this Nancy Drew-esque episode, Cody and Chris bring in guest Joe - from Cabin Nightmare Stories - to decipher the phenomenon known as the Mandela Effect. Joe tells how Mandela Effect relates to Pikachu. Chris talks about a girl who remembers a funeral she attended (which she may have not attended at all). Cody shares a personal story that deals with squirrel murder. Then, in a suprise turn of events, Chris may be the skeptic this time while Cody might be the believer. DUN DUN DUNNNN! Inste...

Episode 14 – Valentine's Special: Aphrodisiacs

In this episode, Cody and Chris discuss the strange belief of consuming something for arousal. No, not viagra, but aphrodisiacs. Chris delves into some of the historical objects used for arousal (tiger penis, anyone?). Cody takes a look at love potions and spells, some so ridiculous, you almost wouldn’t believe people pay fortunes for them. Almost. Chris talks briefly about an insane True Crime case centered around the aphrodisiac Spanish Fly. Cody shares stories of love spells gone horribly ...

Episode 14 – Valentine’s Special: Aphrodisiacs

In this episode, Cody and Chris discuss the strange belief of consuming something for arousal. No, not viagra, but aphrodisiacs.

Episode 13 – XIII

In this episode, Chris and Cody discuss the most taboo of all numbers: 13. Chris delves into the origins of triskaidekaphobia (pronounced “Aeijdklj#$@#$kjoei”), or fear of the number 13. He shares the story of a composer so afraid of the number, he does some really stupid things. Cody discusses the sexist origins of triskaidekaphobia and tries to recreate a period. He also talks about the world’s unluckiest murder, committed on Friday the 13th. BS Weekly explores Cody’s (maybe) great-great-gr...

Episode 12 – Forests of Death

This week Chris and Cody the Sick decided to go into the woods (cue Sondheim), those dark and dismal haunts of your nightmares. We are talking about forests that are well known for deaths, suicides, hauntings, and other supernatural activities. Chris shows off his Mexican-ness with talk of La Isla de las Muñecas. Cody talks about murdering Chris and his cat in Epping forest. They also discuss Hoia Baciu and Aokigahara (Japan’s Suicide Forest) which are both to be said the most haunted forests...

Episode 11 – Stand By Your Shadow Man

Who's that figure standing over your bed? It's the Shadow Man. For New Year's, Cody and Chris talk about the creepy AF shadow people. They're terrifying enough on their own, but introduce sleep paralysis, and things get even wilder. Cody dives into a personal story about home invasion and sleep paralysis, while Chris tries to figure out if what he saw as a kid was real or just his imagination. BS Weekly talks about every tweens favorite nobody: Kylie Jenner. This weeks drinks of choice are: C...

Episode 10 – Holiday Special: And God Winked

Cody and Chris extend their holiday cheer in this episode. To get you into the spirit of the season, they stray from their normal goofiness and get a little more personal. They discuss Godwinks- those coincidences in life that are a little too perfect - that have personally affected them. In doing so, they explain why two episodes were recorded over Skype. You’ll want to bring a hanky for this one. There is no BS Weekly this week. Instead, Cody gives Chris a gift and they play a game to light...

Episode 9: Legends of the Holidays

Ready for some holiday cheer? Then learn all about Christmas beasts eating your kids and dragging them to hell! In this episode, Chris and Cody share the legends of Krampus, The Yule Cat, Gryla, and Black Peter. Then Chris shares the story of a real Christmas tradition where kids beat a log until it defecates gifts. Not kidding. BS Weekly is a real debunk of the abominable snowman. It makes Cody happy. Today’s drinks of choice are: Comet & Cupid cabernet, Lump of Coal stout, and Italia Roscat...

Episode 8 – Thanksgiving Special: The Ghosts of Plymouth Rock

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Cody and Chris pay a virtual visit to Plymouth Rock via the Gayflower. They discuss ghosts and a murder around Plymouth, Massachusetts. Stories include a polite ghost girl giving a tour of the Spooner house and a potential love affair blamed on a lighthouse spirit. Then the topic descends to murder and ill-advised bike rides around a prison. Cody's debunk revolves around nudity and the ridiculous tools used to detect ghosts. As a special holiday treat, th...

Episode 7 – Pray Away Decay

In this episode Cody and Chris discuss the religious phenomena of religious figures who do not decay after death, known as incorruptibles. They discuss they first the first known incorruptible, St. Cecelia ,who lived for three days with a partially severed head. Chris learns to say audacious while Cody learns the real name of Our Lady of Lourdes. BS Weekly discusses a story of a more modern day incorruptible by way of glycerin. Today’s drinks of choice are: Dearly Beloved Forever Red and Beyo...

Episode 6 – The Devil's Penicillin

There is only one way to get rid of the devil’s herpes; the devil’s penicillin. Cody and Chris continue their companion piece to last week's’ episode. This time around they discuss the practice of exorcisms and how they are performed in different religions. They continue discussing the case of Roland Doe and even have a story about the possible exorcism of Mother Teresa. And, there is even talk of emotional bowel movements. BS Weekly delves into tax evasion and false exorcisms. Today’s drinks...

Episode 6 – The Devil’s Penicillin

There is only one way to get rid of the devil’s herpes; the devil’s penicillin. Cody and Chris continue their companion piece to last week's’ episode.

Episode 5 – The Devil’s Herpes

It’s Halloween month, so Cody and Chris have decided to do a two part episode.  In this episode (part 1), they discuss the phenomena of possession. They talk about some (maybe) familiar cases and debate why you should (or shouldn’t) play with a ouija board.

Episode 5 – The Devil's Herpes

It’s Halloween month, so Cody and Chris have decided to do a two part episode.  In this episode (part 1), they discuss the phenomena of possession. They talk about some (maybe) familiar cases and debate why you should (or shouldn’t) play with a ouija board.   There is even a good story about one of their themed drinks and they talk about the worst STD ever: The Devil’s Herpes.  BS Weekly delves into the possibility of mass possession.  Today’s drinks of choice are:  Cassillero del Diablo and ...

Episode 4 – Skinwalk This Way

In this episode, Cody and Chris discuss a subject centered in the Southwest United States: Skinwalkers.  They share some true stories about these “creepy af” creatures and uncover even creepier facts.  Come find out why Chris started out a skeptic and, by the end of his research, was a terrified believer.  BS Weekly segment will provide a story based on pictures taken of a Skinwalker that may or may not be legit.  Today’s drinks of Choice:  Warlock Imperial Stout; La Cumbre Malpais Stout. Ad...

Episode 3 – BSPsychic: A Fortune-ate Experience

In this episode, Chris and Cody visit a real life psychic. They share their experiences from beginning to end, including the psychic’s profession of angels, and more importantly, her amazing wallflower bench. Going into the episode, both Chris and Cody were skeptics, but by the end, one of them might have been converted to a believer. The episode also discusses the history of psychics and typical techniques scammers use. BS Weekly segment will provide a story in which a terminally ill man req...

Episode 2 – Ghostal Abuse

In this episode, Chris and Cody bring a special guest on the show to talk about the phenomena of abuse by ghosts. They discuss famous and not-so-famous cases of people being abused by ghosts as well as weird types of ghosts. Chris will also provide stories from a Reddit forum - including a woman who fights back - while Cody shares the story of a ghost woman who attacks with her humongous boobs. You read that right. BS Weekly segment will provide a story that ties up the inspiration for thi...

Episode 1 – Simula-Cray

In this episode Cody and Chris discuss the belief and speculative nature of simulacra.  They drink and discuss several stories of religious simulacra discovered in found objects.  Cody will provide his speculative logic as to why people see simulacra and Chris will provide why he thinks people may believe in the phenomena.  Cody will provide a test of logic that could possibly explain simulacra. Today’s drink of choice is: Our Daily Red.  If you have show suggestions, you can reach us on Face...

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