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Be Amazed
Be Amazed
300 episodes
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.
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Never Do This On An Airplane
Air travel is truly amazing. Because of it, it’s easier than ever before to see the world all its incredible cultures. But just because you’re on a plane doesn’t mean there aren’t rules – and if you break them, there…
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Most Useless Megaprojects In The World
Countries around the world have pumped millions – and even billions – of dollars into huge construction projects that make our lives better. But some megaprojects should’ve been thrown in the garbage at the planning…
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Extreme Stories Of Revenge That Went Too Far - Part 2
Revenge rarely solves your problems… but boy does it feel good to get your own back! You want to steal my lunch? Then enjoy the sick burn I’m about to leave on this sticky note! Except, not all revenge is plotted…
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Landmarks That Could Disappear In Your Lifetime
From the Eiffel Tower to Big Ben and Lady Liberty, our globe is full of iconic monuments. However, for some pretty earth-shattering reasons, it seems that many of our world’s legendary landmarks that once seemed…
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Most Amazing Animals in the World
Animals have inspired humans to do some crazy things: our admiration of birds led us to pursue flight; our curiosity about deep-sea life spurred our love for diving; our longing to eat as much as a pig led to the…
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This Happens Once Every 10,000 Years And Scientists Have Finally Captured It
On December 7th, 1978, the MS München – a German container transport ship – departed the port of Bremerhaven bound for Savannah, Georgia. This would be its 62nd voyage across the North Atlantic – practically routine to…
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Craziest Military Experiments
Back in 1942, the US Navy conducted a potentially ground-breaking experiment in an effort to turn one of its ships…invisible. It went wrong – with disastrous consequences. Or at least, that’s how the story goes……
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World’s Most Dangerous Insects
You may think that mosquitos are just pesky blood-sucking flies, but these bugs are super spreaders of fatal diseases that have plagued humanity since the dawn of civilisation! Instinctively, we know to swat them away,…
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World’s Most Wanted Scammer That Nobody Can Find
There’s no doubt that pretty much everyone wants to be a millionaire. But unfortunately money can’t be summoned out of thin air… or can it? In 2014, the unknown Dr Ruja Ignatova came out of nowhere with promises that…
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Never Allow It to Lick You
Throughout the animal kingdom, tongues are used for a wide range of purposes, like communicating, eating, and cleaning. But, as with everything in nature, there’s always a dark side. Whether it’s using those tongues as…
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Meet the Human Moles that Won WW1
On the 7th of June 1917, during the First World War, the village of Messines, Belgium, was rocked to its core by a massive earthquake... or at least, that’s what the German soldiers occupying the area thought it was.…
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Incredible Secrets of Abandoned Places Forgotten by The World
From the sinister secrets of neglected sanatoriums to churches hiding long-forgotten truths beneath their very floorboards; here are the true stories and incredible secrets of abandoned places that were completely…
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Craziest Things the Rich Have Done
From searching for the secrets of immortality to dumping 100 horses’ worth of poop on a giant Christmas tree, here are some of the craziest things the rich have ever done! Advertising Inquiries:…
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Facts That Will Make You Say “I Had No Idea”
Eating too many carrots can turn you orange. You can taste garlic with your feet. And sharks have been around for longer than trees have. Got your attention? Good. If you’re hungry for more fascinating facts like…
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Survival Myths That Could Get You Killed
From peeing on a jellyfish sting to drinking that pee to stay hydrated, here are some survival myths that could get you killed. And what you should really do to survive. Advertising Inquiries:…
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People With Superhuman Abilities That Defy Explanation
All around us, regular looking people with incredible abilities have pushed themselves to the extremes. Ready to be awestruck and inspired? You should be, because I’ve rounded up some terrifically talented…
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The Greatest Warriors of All Time
If you’ve ever overheard a schoolyard conversation, you know nothing captures the imagination quite like the daring fights of a brave warrior. I remember spending countless hours as a kid debating whether Goku or…
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Ancient Engineering Secrets That Changed Everything
Let's delve into the mysteries and marvels of ancient engineering, including the most reasonable explanation of how Stonehenge was built. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:…
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The Most Heavily Guarded Places on Earth
Let’s face it, we’ve all got our fair share of secrets. However, some places are so restricted and guarded that getting in, or even getting out, is practically impossible. Or it was until now. Strap in, superspy. I’ve…
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Places That Are Even More Mysterious Than The Bermuda Triangle
Ah, the Bermuda Triangle, where sailors and aviators sign up to play a never-ending game of hide-and-seek! But if you thought that notorious patch of the sea was mysterious. From an island that lures ships to their…
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Secrets China Stole From Us
Since the early 2000s, China have stolen a mind-boggling $600 billion of American trade secrets every single year. That’s a whopping $12 trillion over the last 20 years. Yikes. W-w-what on earth were they after?! Well,…
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Insane Megaprojects That Were Never Built
For as long as societies have existed, we humans have constantly pushed the limits on designing and creating newer, bigger and better buildings. But, for all the jaw-dropping structures that we’ve actually erected,…
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Embarrassingly Dumb Ways People Died - Darwin Awards Winners (Part 14)
Do you ever wonder if humanity will reach a point where we all become collectively enlightened? Like, we’ll all just stop doing obviously dumb stuff one day, and live out each of our lives as happy and healthy…
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This Man Escaped Prison FOUR Times
In the US, around one in every 200 people are incarcerated. But out of the staggering 1.9 million felons in the prison system, only 3% ever manage to break out - and most of those are from low security facilities.…
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Ways You’re Secretly Tricked By Companies - Part 2
Let's explore how companies secretly trick you! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Horrifying Animals You Should Avoid At All Costs
Nature sure is beautiful, huh? Well, mostly anyway. I’m an animal lover, but there are some beasties out there I really wouldn’t wanna meet. Sometimes, however, we don’t get much choice… From terrifying creatures that…
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Extreme Stories Of Revenge That Went Too Far
They say revenge is a dish best served cold, but I disagree! From some of the stories I’ve found on the web, the best revenge is served so hot, it’s downright nuclear! These aren’t tales of funny, passive-aggressive…
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Military Encounters With Unidentified Creatures
If anyone can deal with scary situations, it’s a soldier. But even though the 9 to 5 for many military personnel involves dodging bullets and firing machine guns, some war stories are scary enough to frighten even the…
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Rarest Animals With Superpowers
With characters like Batman, Spiderman and Wolverine, some of the most famous superheroes are named after animals, possessing powers that are inspired by the insane abilities found in the animal kingdom. Sometimes,…
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Video Game Theories That Will Ruin Your Childhood- Part 2
There are few childhood memories as sweet and carefree as those spent playing videogames. But while nostalgia often stops us feeling anything but joy for these memories, as we get older, gamers occasionally start to…
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Comparing Hospitals Around the World
If you had to guess, how many hospitals would you say there were in the entire world? Considering there are more than 7.7 billion people on earth, you might be thinking something high - like 500 thousand? 750 thousand?…
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Sneakiest Spy Devices That Are Actually Real
Sometimes, things aren’t always what they seem. After approaching an injured bird on the ground, one Somalian man found this out the hard way. It turns out, it wasn’t a bird at all, but it did harbour a sordid secret…
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World’s Largest Garbage Dumps
The World produces more than 2.3 billion tons of municipal waste each year - that’s enough to fill 822,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools! And with just 16% of it recycled, it all has to go somewhere. From mega mountains…
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Unbelievable Things Animals Are Able To Do
Animals are pretty incredible. I mean, humans may be smart, but we’re not naturally able to do things like fly, breathe underwater, or lay an egg. And while we think we know almost everything about the animals in our…
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Products That Were Really Uncomfortable
These days we consumers can get our claws on just about any product the mind can conjure. And while the internet is certainly riddled with strange purchasable items, in this episode, we'll be exploring some seemingly…
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Things That Hypnotize Every Animal
Animals are known for acting a little crazy sometimes. It’s why we love them, right? But what if I told you that you could instantly calm your cat down with a simple pinch in the right place? Or even that scary sharks…
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Most Dangerous Trees You Should Never Touch
Believe it or not, some trees are so hazardous that even standing too close can be a death sentence! There are trees that produce deadly poisons, trees with trunks lined with thorns, and trees whose seeds explode with…
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Animals Evolved to Eat Deadly Food
In nature, food rarely comes easily. Some forms of prey out there have developed pretty terrifying defense techniques to avoid becoming dinner. But apparently, nature’s most hardcore animals just don’t care. From…
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Worst Roles To Be Assigned in World War 3
Both the First and Second World Wars were undeniably horrific periods in history, and one thing we can all agree on is that a Third World War would be good for nobody. But what if the worst happens and we really do get…
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Incredible Things People Found Under Their Bed
From abundances of junk to filthy old socks that look as if they may be breathing, there are plenty of interesting things to be found under people’s beds. But in this episode we’re delving beneath beds that have hidden…
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Craziest Cartoon Secrets You Won’t Believe Are True
Ah, cartoons – they’re what childhoods are made of. However, we all must grow up, and one thing life teaches us is that not everything is as it seems – cartoons included! So today we’ll be uncovering some hidden…
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Symbols You Don't Know The Meaning And Origins Of
Symbols! We see them everywhere; on traffic signs, on logos, on our phones – even hand gestures are a kind of symbol. But have you ever wondered where all these universal squiggles and swoops come from? Well, allow me…
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Embarrassingly Dumb Ways People Died - Darwin Awards Winners (Part 13)
Well, here we are again! I guess human stupidity really doesn’t know any bounds. With that, let’s take a look at even more Darwin Award winners and the ridiculous ways they achieved their prize! Advertising Inquiries:…
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Strange Mysteries Solved By Reddit and the Internet
The internet is a big place, and it’s full of bizarre mysteries. Many of them are never solved – but every now and then, self-proclaimed internet detectives band together from across the globe to dive down the rabbit…
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Awesomely Passive Aggressive Ways People Got Revenge – Part 5
Who doesn't love a revenge? But not just any old revenge. I’m talking posting fish-through-your-ex’s-letterbox-every-single-day level revenge. Or…
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Stories That Moved The World To Tears
These tantalising tales are linked by one thing – they’ll make you cry. So strap in for some true stories that moved the world to tears! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:…
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Shockingly Accurate Cartoon Predictions
I’m sure you’ve all heard people claiming that long running animated sitcom, The Simpsons, has predicted the future. That’s because it kinda has – a lot. But you might be surprised to hear that it isn’t the only…
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Secrets Hotels Don’t Want You To Know
When you go on vacation, all you want to do is check into a fancy hotel and let the bed, pool, and bellhops help you to forget about your life’s worries. However, hotels aren’t all about fresh linens and room service.…
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Dumbest Lottery Winners of All Time
From those who excessively splurged their cash on the finer things, to those whose fraudulent and immoral schemes saw their millions melt away... Stay tuned, cause coming up are some of the dumbest lottery winners of…
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Unsolved Mysteries That Cannot Be Explained… But I’ll Try
From children from impossible places to miracles in the sky, here are some unsolved mysteries that can’t easily be explained… But I’ll try anyway! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:…
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