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“Like opening the windows of my brain and letting the wind blow through. I love the weaving together of all the different and complementary subject strands. Phil and JF’s curiosity is infectious, and being walked through various delights, both known and unknown is rewarding. I came for the tarot...”Read full review »
Anonymous jon temple via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/08/24
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“In my top 5. Very often my number one. A glowing ember of life in a dying culture. Perhaps pointing a way forward out of the rubble, perhaps a seed from which the next one is born. Perhaps a guide to the underworld - a whisper among the disappeared, not hope, but rumor of wisdom and truth among...”Read full review »
ObjectivismIsNotPhilosopy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/03/24
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“A look at the weird side of life and culture. Phil and JF reflect in depth on ideas that trouble our understanding of reality. Occasionally it’s a bit too weird for me, but more often it gets me thinking hard and following up on the concepts they’ve introduced.”
Isthisnicknametakenyesitwas via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/17/24
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“The tears of spooky satisfaction that rolled down my cheeks hearing someone else express a shared reverence for the unique, primeval perfection of John Williams’ “ancient god” theme in the Raiders map room scene- this millennial child cannot fully express her gratitude! And truly, that is but the...”Read full review »
MervinMorz via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/07/24
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“This show is a rarity. It doesn’t involve having Wikipedia articles regurgitated back to you and also manages to avoid the typical right wing conspiracy nonsense that infects so many other “weird” media outlets which obsess about imaginary left wing plots from three decades ago while conveniently...”Read full review »
Jah Wombs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/24
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“What a relief it is to listen to an American (or maybe Canadian?) podcast talking about film with a decent level of intelligence. Great episode on The Thing. Will listen to other episodes for sure.”
KirkSandall via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/06/24
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“Initially compelling but slowly revealed itself to be overly academic gibberish. Can’t be too harsh as I appreciate that this exists, but it’s pitched far too lofty for me. A little joyless.”
J.T. Bundy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/31/24
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“Full of gems for the mind, and the creative muse. Each episode stretches the Overton Window that little bit more; excellent work JF + Phil.”
Atsow via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/05/24
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“This is the podcast that I have been looking for-deep dives into things that are familiar and mentions of things that I never knew existed. It’s a real meat and potatoes of two people exploring what is true, what is meaningful, and all the things that the naturally curious wonder about. Love it!”
crm0134 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/24
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“Brilliant wide ranging heartfelt conversation— and very, very funny. In particular I take a curtsy to these guys for the recent episode on free expression: much more complex nuanced take on the frightening muting and policing we are seeing right now on every side. And I too (as a woman) find it...”Read full review »
ana691! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/24
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“That JF, Phil, and Weird Studies exist in the world is reason to despair a little less, and perhaps even hope a little more.”
paxcarta via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/17/24
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“Genuinely, bafflingly, ardently good. The boys have no shame about their purple prose. Nor do I! The podcast version of a lei line.”
DoctorWha via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/14/24
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“Followed McLuhan and found myself here - the power of probes - new favourite podcast!”
phytosophy via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/06/24
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“Never fails to reframe things well known and introduce things exciting. I so appreciate the dialogue between the hosts - collegial without ever becoming to inside joke-y, and always open to each other’s interpretations. An absolute treasure and must listen.”
TManning via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/24
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“No matter how far my perambulation round my room I always return home to this investigation into all things wondrous and weird.”
pataphysician via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/03/23
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“Life changing stuff”
Mothman8 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/23
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“Holy cow, these guys are dull. Make-believe smart guys blathering on endlessly about make-believe smart guy stuff. Omit needless words. Then get a job.”
WOT438 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/15/23
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“Very late to the podcast game & have had trouble finding programs that fit my esoteric tastes. Admittedly I’ve skipped past Weird Studies many times & have finally given it a listen. Since then it has become the only podcast I’ve ever consistently listened to. I’ve started from the 1st...”Read full review »
FizzyWhoa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/23
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“If you’re reading this you may as well give it a listen. You’re likely going to be a returning listener.”
g0b0t via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/23
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“I heard about this on the Ezra Klein show and I love it SO much — it is my favorite new thing. Thank you Phil and JF!”
taybombs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/03/23
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“Stumbled on this podcast yesterday and it’s excellent. The hosts are smart, approachable and very easy on the ears. I find that too many podcasts are either too dry when speaking intellectually or try to be too rambly and funny. This strikes a great balance. It should be more popular! Keep on...”Read full review »
mattsawh via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/13/23
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“Five stars”
Benjamin Siciliano via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/23
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“This podcast is what I’ve been looking for, as a Seeker. It covers nearly all of the topics that I’m interested in exploring, but most importantly, it keeps me pushing forward in my journey and reminds me of things that daily life tends to efficiently erase from my moment-to-moment focus… if that...”Read full review »
rigarr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/23
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“It’s late-night dorm philosophizing taken to the nth degree. Mostly nonsense but entertaining if you just go with it. Martel is a likable host, Ford not so much. He’s not awful, just seems a bit full of himself. But then you’d have to be to put out a podcast like this.”
JoeMac7345 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/23
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“Currently my favorite podcast. Always opening up new rabbit holes to gleefully descend into.”
Inflicter via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
03/25/23
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“Navel gazing and overly thought intellectualism. Rather than talking about the topic they digress into the most masturbatory topics where they go grossly in-depth into ideas in a droning manner without actually offering anything worth the droning conversation they just had about some obscure...”Read full review »
Like It Matters via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/22
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“There are no words to explain how much I appreciate this podcast. Thank you for creating a space for thoughtful discourse on things that actually matter!”
String Addict via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/22
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“Fake ‘The Plastics’ :)
Nice metaphor about our noisy and chaotic word and the path of curiosity... and more chaos of thought, in a wave of some possible order...
Thank you!!
And nothing against punk music! We also need it!”
lfpbarbosa via Apple Podcasts ·
Portugal ·
10/25/22
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“Fascinating and varied subjects, well discussed and highly entertaining. Phil and JF are creating a valuable body of work with this podcast, essential to the entire sphere of the weird. So grateful for all the effort that clearly goes into it.”
papyrus11 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/24/22
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“The wedding episode is stunning and really made me look at my reactions to beautiful pieces of expression.
I had a double whammy. I saw Wender’s “Wings of Desire” and broke into sobs when Ganz is looking at the trapeze artist wearing wings and you realize he will give up his wings and become...”Read full review »
Gedcomm via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/20/22
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“A podcast that doesn’t tell me how to think but encourages me to actually think in the first place.
Honestly, listening to these guys has been a life-altering experience. Because of it I feel both more free and more unnerved than before I found them.”
Feltpebble via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/26/22
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“Thank you gentlemen for introducing me to the work of heretofore hidden gem Victoria Nelson. Rabbit hole duly entered.
Perhaps one day you will be able to host her in person on your excellent show.”
urlyturtle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/22
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“Waited my whole life for these topics from two people who live for the intersection of weird literature, philosophy, spirituality and what it means to be human and ponder the beyond. J.F is a brilliant gem and Phil’s enthusiasm especially for film, is unmatched. I think the show is often missing...”Read full review »
Ameila Heredia via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/16/22
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“I am hooked ! Ford and Martel are steeped ! I’m re-listening over and over….cancelled Netflix….hooked up on Patreon. It’s like sitting down with a couple of friends over a beer and having my mind blown !”
Diamon in the rough via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/28/22
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“Weird Studies has been my go-to podcast for several years now whenever I need a fix of intellectual discussion, rigorous analysis, and, often, outright and unbridled wonder.
I began dipping into it by searching for things I like which they have covered (The Wicker Man, Robert Aickman, etc) and...”Read full review »
The Upright Man via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/08/22
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“I’m very happy here in this podcast.”
Tom Graham 101 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/07/22
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Chaz Duga via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/22
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“Currently the most thought-provoking, mind-altering podcast I have come across. Highly recommended.”
Stoic81 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/15/22
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“Insightful, articulate and challenging.
The episode on John Keel was particularly interesting”
Carl Raccani via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/14/21
“THIS level of insight is why Weird Studies is fast becoming my favourite listen. Bravo fellas - fantastic episode this week. I went in thinking exotica is cringe- came out thinking about positive future narratives. Also the Stravinksy bit was 🎻🔥🔥”
michelleolley66 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/14/21
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“My only regret is these episodes are as long as they are--because they fill my brain to the bursting. So many stimulating ideas! What a great podcast.”
Fredosphere via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/21
“Thanks, your talks are saving me this year. First show I’ve patreoned and worth it. The content is phenomenal.”
Ivyenow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/21
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“You guys are fantastic. I came here first when searching for podcasts about Tarkovsky’s Stalker. Your Stalker episode hooked me and I’ve loved all of them that I’ve listened to. Garmonbozia was also a fantastic episode. Thanks for being so erudite, interesting & engaging!”
stankmuffinthewunderhorse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/21
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“This podcast is a gem. Both hosts are erudite and endearing, sometimes they irritate me, sometimes they just make me drop everything and shout « this is genius! ». Lots of références and connections are made, it may be worth it to take notes. If you have an interest in the occult, philosophy,...”Read full review »
sharleli via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
02/03/21
“I can’t think of a lot of podcasts where Gilles Delueze might be mentioned in the same breath as the Slenderman, but this is one. The two hosts have crafted a smart take on the occult, avoiding both woo woo/conspiracy derangement and buzzkill skepticism. There’s just a single thing that annoys me...”Read full review »
dimebagdinaro via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/20
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