Josh takes us down the rabbit hole as we discuss the recent claims surrounding the United States and possible “alien contact,” courtesy of United States Air Force officer and former intelligence official David Grusch. Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educatedmessnetwork.com for more awesome shows like …

Ryan breaks down the recent news - and debates - surrounding LK-99, the newly developed material that is allegedly a room-temperature superconductor. Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educatedmessnetwork.com for more awesome shows like The Side Characters and our true crime show, Everything but Murder! …

After some careful consideration we decided to shelve this release. We felt it was not up to our standards both content and delivery-wise, and we would much rather take the extra time to produce something we can more confidently stand behind. We sincerely appreciate your understanding. The next episode will follow our usual schedule and will releas…

**Third time’s the charm! We apologize for all the technical difficulties with this episode’s posting Did a fighter jet shoot itself down? What exactly is held at Fort Knox? Can a simple sunburn end up in a court-martial? Find out these answers and more on another very special episode of Rumor Flies! Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated…

Did a McDonald’s hamburger keep from rotting for years? Is “sashimi grade” fish a marketing ploy? Are there bugs in your food? Find out these answers and more on another very special episode of Rumor Flies! Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educatedmessnetwork.com for more awesome shows like The Side Ch…

Welcome to part 2 of our second installment of Everything but Murder! Join us as we wrap up our story of Fred Demara - aka “The Great Imposter” - as well as discuss the nature and impact of his various crimes and misdeeds You can listen to the dedicated Everything but Murder feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, virtually anywhere podcasts are found!…

Welcome to part 1 of of our second installment of Everything but Murder but Murder! Join us as we talk about Fred Demara, aka “The Great Imposter.” Part 2 will be available two from the release of part 1, then we will return to our regularly scheduled programming! You can listen to the dedicated Everything but Murder feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify…

Did somebody dose the cast and crew of Titanic at the wrap party? Is cable TV a loss leader? Did Back to the Future Part II call a World Series? Find out what’s going on in Tinseltown on this talkie we love to call Rumor Flies! Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educatedmessnetwork.com for more awesome s…

Do sharks pre-date trees? Do vultures have the ultimate iron stomach? Can insects explicitly survive on Blood Sweat & Tears? Find out these answers and more on the latest episode of Rumor Flies! Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educatedmessnetwork.com for more awesome shows like The Side Characters and…

Season 11 is upon us! Can you force a red light to go green with your headlights? Should you check your backseat for a killer? Find out these answers and more on this road-raging episode of Rumor Flies! Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educatedmessnetwork.com for more awesome shows like The Side Charac…

For the 100th official episode of Rumor Flies, we return to where it all began: GMO’s! We explore the history, rumors, controversies, and benefits of genetically modified organisms. Thank you all for listening to the season 10 finale - we look forward to season 11! Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educ…

Bonus episode! Jake Rockatansy of QAnon Anonymous joins us again for a little extra exploration of The Mandela Effect, which we explored last episode. Enjoy! Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educatedmessnetwork.com for more awesome shows like The Side Characters and our true crime show, Everything but …

What happened to Shazaam? Berenstain or Berenstein? Does Rich Uncle Pennybags sport a monocle? Come explore the power - and faults - of collective memory with Rumor Flies! Want more awesome shows? Check out the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educatedmessnetwork.com for more awesome shows like The Side Characters and our true crime show, E…

Should you do that juice cleanse? Are there supplements that can help your liver and colon along? What exactly ARE toxins? Find out these answers and more on this tasty after-dinner digestif of Rumor Flies! *We are not doctors. Please consult a medical professional for all matters pertaining to your health. Want more awesome shows? Check out the “E…

What is the “eye” of the storm? Does a hurricane have a more dangerous side? Does running tape along your windows secure them against these powerful forces of nature? Find out these answers and more on this gusty episode of Rumor Flies! *We are not meteorologists though Josh would probably be good one We have just launched the “Educated Mess Networ…

Did the Pokémon cartoon trigger widespread epileptic seizures? Did coca-cola poison dozens of children in Belgium? Why did over a dozen teenagers spontaneously experience tourettes-like symptoms in New York? Join us as we explore incidents of “mass sociogenic illness” on another special episode of Rumor Flies! *We are not doctors/licensed medical p…

Does “nofap” give you an advantage during athletics competitions? Can you contract a UTI if you don’t relieve yourself after intercourse? Is pregnancy possible during menstruation? Join us as we attempt to navigate the complicated world of sex and health* on this week’s Rumor Flies! *We are not doctors/licensed medical professionals We have just la…

Allie Mezei joins us as we discuss the “Sovereign Citizens Movement,” considered one of the most dangerous movements by the FBI and other law enforcement agencies in the US. Join us as we explore their ideas surrounding different tiers of “citizenship,” their claims that all federal power in the US is illegitimate, their unsavory origins, and more,…

Hello! We have to hold off on our regularly scheduled programming this week, but wanted to share one of our full-length monthly patreon bonus episodes anyway! This is a taste of what we post up every month - and with the new policy of “everyone gets everything,” this means no matter what you contribute to the show, you’ll get these monthly episodes…

Do not try this at home,”folks! Can you charge a smartphone in the microwave? Can you make homemade “art crystals” with ammonia and bleach? Can you get a little extra mileage out of your car with a little water? Come explore some of the internet’s worst “advice” on this week’s episode of Rumor Flies! We have just launched the “Educated Mess Network…

Do Australian toilets flush differently? Can you use the “North Star” to find your way home? Did Sir Isaac Newton get his revelation from an apple? Find out on these answers and more on this toilet-bowl episode of Rumor Flies! We have just launched the “Educated Mess Network.” Head on over to educatedmessnetwork.com for more awesome shows like The …

We have just launched a brand new podcast! As a little in-between-weeks episode, here is the inaugural episode of Everything but Murder! Join us as we talk about “The Great Train Robbery,” the bizarre 1963 heist targeting the Royal Mail in the UK. Love what you hear? Head on over to the Educated Mess Network for other awesome podcasts! Got a show s…

Season 10 is here! Join us as we explore “real life super heroes”! Can your mom lift a flipped car to save you? Has anyone survived falling from a plane without a parachute? Are there magnetic people? Find out on this gamma ray saturated episode of Rumor Flies! We are now doing more stuff on Twitch! Join us as we chat about topics from the show, ha…

Check out the video here! We are now doing more stuff on Twitch! Join us as we chat about topics from the show, have debates, and more! Check out our brand new website dedicated to better understanding what the Covid-19 vaccines are, how they work, and their efficacy. We have merch! Check out our stuff on threadless, and feel free to send us sugges…

We explore the strange, wild, and tragic story of Richard McCaslin, a passionate - and troubled - conspiracy theorist. Tea Krulos joins us as we discuss McCaslin’s time as a “Real Life Super Hero,” his attempted raid on “Bohemian Grove,” the conspiracies that fueled him, and their relation to modern day conspiracies such as QAnon and the subsequent…

Josh and Greg field some questions from the Rumor Flies Discord, as well as offer a little peak behind the curtain with what goes into the podcast. The season finale comes next week, so until then, enjoy this introspective episode of Rumor Flies! We are now doing more stuff on Twitch! Join us as we chat about topics from the show, have debates, and…

Can you shoot a gas tank to cause an explosion? Is snapping necks as easy as it looks? When in a heroic bomb disarming situation, do you cut the red or the blue wire? We explored these common (and often dangerous!) depictions and more - as well as probably wound up on an FBI watch list - on another special episode of Rumor Flies! We are now doing m…

Can you shoot a gas tank to cause an explosion? Is snapping necks as easy as it looks? When in a heroic bomb disarming situation, do you cut the red or the blue wire? We explored these common (and often dangerous!) depictions and more - as well as probably wound up on an FBI watch list - on another special episode of Rumor Flies! We are now doing m…

This episode we are discussing myths and misconceptions about everyone’s favorite topic: religion! Do tattoos mean you can’t be buried in a Jewish cemetery? Does the Quran promise 72 virgins to martyrs? Was Mary Magdalene a “lady of the night”? Find out on this week’s faithful episode of Rumor Flies! We are now doing more stuff on Twitch! Join us a…

As of November 20th 2020, Pfizer has officially applied for EUA (Emergency Use Authorization) from the FDA, with Moderna most likely not far behind, meaning vaccine distribution is (hopefully) right around the corner. To help combat misinformation, as well as provide a handy resource for your own discussions, we have created a brand new website ded…

The boys chill a bit with some animal facts. Well, mostly chill. Are lobsters immortal? Are sharks immune to cancer? Do dogs sweat? Find out on this week's episode of Rumor Flies! We are now doing more stuff on Twitch! Join us as we chat about topics from the show, have debates, and more! We have merch! Check out our stuff on threadless! Please sen…

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Can you burn calories by eating celery? Is milk a bad choice when you have a cold? Can shellfish only be consume in months ending in “R”? You butter believe we are hitting these topics and more on this animalistic episode of Rumor Flies! We are now doing more stuff on Twitch! Join us as we chat about topics from the show, have debates, and more! We…

This episode we are joined by the Founder and CEO of “Logically,” Lyric Jain! We don our interviewer hats to talk about the fascinating (and important) work Lyric and his team are doing, with the help of A.I., to combat fake news and its spread. We also talk about Logically’s successful efforts to reveal the man behind Qmap, a formerly pivotal site…

Did your Skechers help you “shape up”? Do you need alkaline water? Does Gwyneth Paltrow belong on Netflix with her expensive array of products to enhance your life? Moxie LaBouche of the Your Brain on Facts podcast joins us for this MIRACLE CURE episode of Rumor Flies! Moxie is awesome so give her podcast a listen and give her a follow on the twitt…

Jake Rockatansky of QAnon Anonymous podcast joins us for one of our group’s favorite subjects: defunct parks! We talk about now-cancelled rides, experiences, and parks, such as an absolutely wild interactive Alien experience in the U.K. and the charming “Skyway” to Disney’s Tomorrowland. All of this and more on this special bonus episode of Rumor F…

Welcome to season 9! Josh takes the reins as we explore “Disney’s America,” a complicated and never fully-realized romp through the history of the United States. From battlefield experiences to escaping on the underground railroad, this park was not only ambitious, but incredibly complicated in its mission. Join us for “what could have been” on Rum…

North Korean International Friendship Exhibition. This was one of our Patreon lagniappe episodes last season, so we wanted to give you a taste of what to expect from that as well as give you some fun content before we launch season 9, which don’t worry, we will be announcing formally VERY soon. Take care, stay safe, and thanks so much for listening…

Join us as we discuss the recent and very controversial “America’s Frontline Doctors” meeting, where Dr. Immanuel made her major public debut. We also explain the efficacy of wearing a mask during the Covid-19 pandemic. Spoiler alert: They help and you should be wearing them, so fire up your preferred podcast platform and join us for another social…

“Awful Good Movies” is back! First off, a big shoutout to Jeremy for this amazing concept that he has generously let us borrow for the show. This special bonus episode we are joined by Jake Rockatansky of the QAnon Anonmymous podcast! We give a critical review of the beloved film, "E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, followed by a praise-fueled discussion …

The season 8 (WHAT!?) finale is here. We dive into the “science” of anti-vax claims, the myriad of problems with the now-infamous “Wakefield Study,” the stats behind vaccines and their risks, and more. I’ve got nothing clever to wrap it up so Rumor Flies! We have merch! Check out our stuff on threadless! Please send us suggestions for new products …

At last, after months of work we are proud to present part 1 of our “Anti-Vax” series. In this episode, we cover the history of the anti-vaccine (and similar) movement and their claim, among others, that vaccines cause autism. We read books, combed through articles, and browsed a myriad of forums and social media pages, in order to better understan…

Hello everyone and welcome to a special BONUS EPISODE! We wanted to take a little extra time (and our schedules, like everyone’s, are a little bit wonky these days) to really make our final two episodes the best they can be. It’s going to be a huge two-parter and they’re by far the most ambitious episodes we’ve planned to date. Thanks so much for y…

Are you more likely to get struck by lightening than win the lottery? Does blackjack have the best odds? Are video poker machines rigged? Find out these answers and more on this week’s episode of Rumor Flies! We have merch! Check out our stuff on threadless! Please send us suggestions for new products and changes to current stuff! Show notes, as al…

Is it impossible to sneeze with your eyes open? Do white spots on nails indicate a calcium deficiency? What’s behind the alleged rise of “gluten intolerance”? Find out these answers and more on this week’s episode of Rumor Flies! Show notes, as always, can be found here. Like dope music? Check out Serisu on spotify! Want to support the show? Head o…

A return to our usual goofy form! This episode we dive into some historical alcohol myths. Was the sazerac (a New Orleans staple) the first cocktail? Did Andrew Jackson throw a rager at the White House? Did the US government deliberately poison lawbreakers during prohibition? Find out on this very sober episode of Rumor Flies! Show notes, as always…

Julian from QAnon Anonymous works with us to parse the political and social backdrop of Q and QAnon as we explore the various “products" peddled by grifters in the "Q movement." Come get pilled with Rumor Flies! Give QAnon Anonymous a listen and a follow! Show notes, as always, can be found here. Enjoyed that intro? Check out Serisu on spotify! Wan…

Come on down for another big ol’ helping of Rumor Flies! Joe Rogan regularly advertises “Onnit,” a brand of supplements that he is invested in not only financially, but personally. We decided to research the active ingredients in what could largely be considered their “flagship product,” Alpha Brain. We essentially asked the following questions: A)…

It’s time for another round of “Snapple Fact-Check”! Or is it…? Find out on this sugary, fact-checked episode of Rumor Flies! Show notes, as always, can be found here. Want to support the show? Head on over to Patreon! Bonus episodes and shenanigans await… Check us out at www.rumorfliespodcast.com, on facebook, @rumorflies on twitter and instagram,…

Did the engineers and musicians of the Titanic go down with the ship? Did a meteor wipe out the dinosaurs? Did Japanese “Kamikaze” pilots get drunk before takeoff? Find out on this apocalyptic episode of Rumor Flies! Show notes, as always, can be found here. Want to support the show? Head on over to Patreon! Bonus episodes and shenanigans await… Ch…