We Can Be Weirdos

By Global

Prepare to plunge into the peculiar as Dan Schreiber, professional fact-hunter, uncovers the wild beliefs, ideas and theories of some of the most remarkable people on planet earth. As well as delving into the lives of truly fascinating people, Dan asks his guests a maverick tour of questions known as The Batshit Survey. Do they believe in Ghosts? Déjà vu? Telepathy? Premonitions? Déjà vu? Either way, everyone has theories they are transfixed by, or a mystery in their own life that they’re trying to solve. Dan leaves no rock unturned - and he’ll share plenty of his own mind-blowing facts and theories too. Bonus episodes, ‘Lazy Code' are a deep dive into simulation theory. Let’s create a global community of likeminded weirdos! Expect new episodes every Friday. Bonus episodes monthly. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com

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Socratic Method Offers Antidote to Modern Intellectual Conceit

Feb 13, 2026

Confront intellectual conceit and societal division by mastering Socrates' overlooked, life-altering method of questioning and embracing "double ignorance."

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Near-Death Experiences Reframe Simulation Theory as Death Transition

Feb 06, 2026

Near-death experiences and simulation theory suggest death isn't an end, but a transition. Explore this mind-bending perspective to reframe mortality and appreciate life's present moment.

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Ocean's Alien Intelligences: Earth's Biosphere Holds Extraterrestrial Clues

Jan 30, 2026

Ocean life is as alien as extraterrestrial intelligence, challenging our definitions of life and intelligence and revealing how much we overlook on our own planet.

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Experimentation Drives Scientific Discovery and Societal Benefit

Jan 16, 2026

Discover how experiments, not just theory, drive scientific progress, revealing that 95% of the universe remains unknown and basic research yields life-saving medical applications.

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Why Ghost Hunting Endures: Grief, Community, and Subjective Experience

Jan 09, 2026

Ghost hunting thrives on human needs for connection and grief processing, amplified by technology into a performance-driven industry.

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Simulation Theory: Evidence Suggests We Live in a Programmed Reality

Dec 29, 2025

Our reality is statistically more likely a simulation, supported by quantum physics and our own drive to create virtual worlds. Discover the profound implications for existence itself.

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Rasputin's Legend: Charisma, Belief, and Imperial Influence

Dec 24, 2025

Exploit desperation and belief to gain immense sway, demonstrating how profound conviction can override rational judgment, as seen with Rasputin's influence on the Russian Tsarina.

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Mary Roach's Hands-On Exploration of Scientific Oddities

Dec 19, 2025

Uncover surprising scientific truths by diving into obscure research and engaging directly with the unknown. Explore the peculiar, challenge paradigms, and find extraordinary stories in the improbable.

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Folklore and Mysteries Offer Empowerment, Identity, and Moral Guidance

Dec 12, 2025

Uncover how spiritualism fueled the suffrage movement and how Baba Yaga offers timeless moral guidance for navigating life's challenges.

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Adam Riches Explores Belief, Narrative, and "Confounding the Gods"

Dec 05, 2025

Embrace the "batshit" aspects of human nature to find profound insights, challenge fate, and fuel creative growth by disrupting predictable patterns.

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SPR's Rigorous Approach to Documenting Paranormal Phenomena

Nov 28, 2025

The Society for Psychical Research meticulously investigated paranormal claims for over a century, revealing a complex interplay of psychology, culture, and the enduring human fascination with the unknown.

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Simulation Theory Supported By Doppelgangers As "Lazy Code"

Nov 25, 2025

Our universe may be "lazy code," reusing human likenesses like video game NPCs to conserve computational power, challenging our sense of individuality.

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