Stranger Still

In this episode, we explore five real life serial killers that inspired some of your favorite horror movies! And this week, Jon’s out of town. But don’t be scared! (Get it?) We have the absolute best person I could have imagined to talk serial killers with; Phil Gonzales! Join us as we explore the horrors of reality and declare that all serial killers are just losers. Once you’re done with this episode, check out Phil’s podcasts: Deep in Bear Country,... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “Where did Halloween come from?” What a broad question that is. Regardless, we tackle something we should have done 3 Octobermonths ago: The history of Halloween. We also have 5 classic Halloween traditions to provide the origin stories to. It’s not really spooky, but it is a fun time. Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and try to answer them. We want to make you laugh and... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “The perils of sleep paralysis.” My friends, my spooks, my specters… It’s finally Octobermonth! A time of year so great, we do a whole month of spooky topics! What better way to start the month with the sleep? Will we bore you into a nap? Or will we spook you awake? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “What’s the point in Acupuncture?” We dive into the history of acupuncture, and balance the spiritually side with science. Acupuncture has found its way out of alternative medicine and into the world of modern medicine. But how did it get there? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and try to answer them. We want to make you laugh... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “Should kratom be illegal?” Kratom has become the focal point of some recent controversy. The FDA is trying to outlaw this seemingly harmless drug. But is it really harmless? (Yes, it is. Sort of.) Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and try to answer them. We want to make you laugh and teach you something interesting at the... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “What causes Dissociative Identity Disorder?” Dissociative Identity Disorder is a huge topic. I feel like we only scratched the surface on this one. Most people (Nick included) might mistakenly know it as Multiple Personality Disorder. Will we be able to successfully navigate this rare and fascinating disorder? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and try to answer them.... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore self help and motivational speakers. First of all, we have no ill will toward motivational speakers or self-help books. We are curious to know whether leaving inspirational post-it notes will actually do you any good. Or is there a better way to improve your life? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and try to answer them. We want... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore deja vu. We’re all familiar with the feeling of deja vu. Or at least 60%-80% depending on who you ask. But why do we get deja vu? Can science explain it? Will Nick and Jon make the obvious joke? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and try to answer them. We want to make you laugh and teach... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “Can I make my panic attacks go away?” Panic attacks are frightening. Seemingly out of no where, you might feel an unfounded fear. You might start sweating or feel like you’re going crazy. Hell, it might even cause enough pain you think you’re having a heart attack. But to the jerks who say, “Chill out, quit over reacting,” it isn’t that easy. Maybe two idiots on the internet can help you manage your panic attacks... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “Where is all of our Nuclear power going?” I’m not going to sugar coat it, folks. It’s a sad state of affairs for nuclear power. In just 5 years, we’ve seen nuclear power plants shutting down all over the country. To find out why and to teach us about nuclear energies, we brought on Mike Wood (Nick’s dad, and half of the Limited Cel podcast) to teach us about it. Is nuclear power safe? Or... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “Will Reiki make all my problems go away?” After going to the psychic and paranormal expo, we’ve walked away curious about another form of alternative medicine: Reiki. Surprisingly, this is one of the less dangerous alternative medicines out there. Will Nick give it a ringing endorsement? Or is he just a close-minded grudge-holder? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore the 2018 Psychic and Paranormal Expo in Cedar Rapids! That’s right, Jon and Nick used your hard earned Patreon dollars to do out into the field and explore their greatest nemesis: a bunch of psychics. Will they get found out? Will the be exposed? Or is it just Nick’s overwhelming imposter syndrome? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “How technology works with language.” Have you ever been using your phone, and it felt like it was reading your mind? Well, that’s the power of technology, my friend. In this episode, we’ll talk about predictive text, autocorrect, neural networks, and Google Duplex. Will Google Duplex rule the world? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and try to... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore Stranger Still’s previously covered topics from the last two years. That’s right, we’ve been doing this for two years now! And over those 2 years, there have been updates, regrets, and things we deserve to pat ourselves on the back for. Along for the ride this week is Helen LaStar from Falling In Love Montage! This is maybe one of our least humble moments, but we wanted to celebrate. Join us in celebrating our second... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “a PG look at X-rated movies.” If you’re a young listener, I would steer clear of this episode. We keep it clean as much as we can, but the subject material still won’t be for all ages. With that out of the way, we’ll go through the history of adult films, how they get made, and why people are so squeamish about the industry. Will Nick be able to avoid all of the accidental innuendos?... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “the Birth of the Blockbuster” Happy fourth of July! Summers are known for vacations, hotdogs, fireworks, and of course, summer blockbusters. But that wasn’t always the case. In fact, it’s mostly thanks to one movie! What could that movie be? Could it be this week’s thumbnail?! Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and try to answer them. We... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “Is the Earth cream filled? Or just hollow?” Every once in a while, we come across a conspiracy theory so devoid of evidence its harder to debunk than other conspiracies. But, this is Stranger Still, and by god we will try our best. Will we discover what’s truly inside the Earth? Or will NASA pay us off again? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “What’s so great about stem cells?” Some people think stem cells are the future. They’re the cure to everything cell related. Other people find the methods of obtaining them to be controversial. So, are they a panacea? Are they really worth all the trouble? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the questions you’ve never questioned to ask and try to answer them. We want to... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “Should we talk more about Mormons?” Usually we stay away from religion because there’s nothing funny or unusual about it. However, there are a lot of unusual myths and rumors about the Church of Latter-day Saints. So we figured why shouldn’t we try our hand and dispelling some of them? How many people will we offend this week? Join us finding out and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take the... Read More Read More

In this episode, we explore, “Should we all be unschooling?” Every once in a while, we come across a topic we’re ready to poop all over. Then we discover it’s not as bad as we thought it was. In fact, maybe it has some good to it! But that’s the joy of learning. Sometimes, we just need to learn at our own pace. Join us learning about unschooling and laughing along the way! Every week on Stranger Still, we take... Read More Read More