Be Amazed

Some well-known facts are actually lies passed down through the ages, others are just downright too crazy to be true, and the truth behind them is almost unbelievable! So, prepare to have your mind-blown into another time zone as we take a look at some facts that sound so crazy, you won’t believe they’re true! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Could you imagine what it would be like to live your entire life confined in a mechanical box - one that’s just big enough to fit your body into? What if you couldn’t move, eat, or even breathe without it? Sounds like a waking nightmare, right? Well, for Paul Richard Alexander, this wasn’t a bad dream, but the stark reality of his life! From 1952, Paul spent every waking moment trapped inside a machine, until his death in 2024. But how could this possibly happen? Well, to find out, let’s take a look at the life of a man who was locked in a machine more than 70 years. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the early 1900s, a young girl named Dorothy Eady did the impossible, twice. First, she returned from the dead. Second, when she came back, she returned with the memories of an Ancient Egyptian priestess. It seemed she’d somehow gained an awareness of a distant past life – but how? Well, that question – and many more of an equally-bizarre caliber – will be explored in this episode, as we check out some of the craziest real-world stories of reincarnation! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From lurching shadow-figures in an old hospital basement, to faceless humanoids lurking in deserted tunnels, here are some terrifying unidentified lifeforms encountered in abandoned places! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Many of the foods you eat every day contain hidden toxins, parasites, and poisons that can cause disturbing – and sometimes deadly – side effects! From poisonous cherries to worm-infested sushi, get ready to explore the terrifying truth behind these tasty treats! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

His existence has been recorded in numerous accounts throughout history – as recently as the 1970s – yet he never seemed to age, and sometimes took on alternate identities. He was sometimes known as “Der Wunderman” – or “The Wonder Man” – and has been considered a prophet, a charlatan, a healer, a spy and a visionary – but who was The Immortal Count of Saint Germain, and could he really live forever? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Around the world, class can take place anywhere from train platforms to palaces! Reprimands vary from writing lines to corporal punishment. And school lunches range from the good, to the bad, to the real ugly. Let's compare some of the best, worst, and weirdest schools around the world! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From a fraudster who sold a stranger’s house without their knowledge, to a fake princess who swindled thousands from members of the public, let’s take a look at some of the sneakiest, and most outrageous, fraudsters of all time. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From fixing sports games to selling you fake food, it turns out the Mafia still does a whole lot. Grab your Fedora, because we’re about to step deep into the criminal underworld. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From going months without sleep, to keeping their offspring safe in their stomachs, and even selfless mama’s sacrificing themselves to feed greedy offspring, here are some of the best animal parents on the planet. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Of all the heroes that fought in World War 2, few are as weird or wonderful as Mad Jack. So, today, we’re going to put on our helmets, load up our rifles, and charge forth, into a tale of male-modelling, sword-fighting, perilous escapes and surfboarding – running through the legendary life of Mad Jack Churchill. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In our modern world, it’s easy to think we’ve got technology all figured out. But while we’ve come along leaps and bounds over the centuries, our ancient ancestors were – surprisingly – much further ahead, technology-wise, than we generally assume. From ancient automatic doors to 2000-year-old computers, stay tuned for some truly amazing ancient technologies that were way ahead of their time! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

While almost all gems are stones, not all stones are gems! From rocks that are literally out of this world, to glittering gems that glow in the dark, let’s take a tour of some of the rarest rocks, stones, and gems on earth. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Humans throughout history have come up with twisted and terrible ways to punish alleged wrongdoers. From burning bulls to bug buffets, these are some of the worst punishments in human history. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Some bizarre, funny, and outright terrifying life forms have roamed the Earth for far longer than us; unchanged since the times of the dinosaurs and beyond. So, grab your backpack and get ready for an adventure, because we’re about to go and find some amazing ancient creatures that are still alive today! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From a ten-second toothbrush to a smart toilet that scans your behind, here are some of the most ridiculous pieces of tech the world has to offer! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

All around the world, ships in all sectors are seriously sizing up. With competing companies racing to build bigger, better, and bulkier vessels, these mega machines have become modern marvels of engineering. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In July 1955, Pan Am Flight 914 left New York City Airport en route to Miami. However, the flight never made it to sunny Florida. Without sending out a single distress signal, or leaving behind even the smallest piece of wreckage, the plane and its 57 passengers seemingly vanished into thin air. As the years passed without any sign of the missing plane, most people assumed the mystery would never be solved. But then, 37 years later, the impossible happened. Grab your popcorn and stay tuned to find out exactly what that impossible occurrence was, alongside a whole host of other eerie, mysterious voyages. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There are some places on earth you should never visit, no matter how much you need a holiday! We’re talking lakes that will kill you in a single hour, caves that will boil you alive, and radioactive islands where the rats will give you bubonic plague! I don’t want to put you off traveling for life, but you won’t believe just how dangerous our planet can be. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let's explore some of the darkest, weirdest, and most shocking children’s tales that you won’t believe are real! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy