From the Oracle of Delphi to the Co–Star app, people have always wanted someone—or something—to predict their future. In this episode, Kim and Ryan explore the hilarious parallels between ancient prophecy and modern astrology apps, why we love vague predictions, and how thumbs up from Apollo isn’t so different from push notifications. Spoiler: we haven’t changed much in 2,000 years—we just swapped temples for smartphones.

Rome gave its people bread and circuses. We get Wi-Fi and TikTok. In this episode, Kim and Ryan compare Roman gladiator games to social media culture—and the parallels are wild. From fan clubs and public humiliations to “cancel culture” as a modern execution, the Colosseum and the internet aren’t so different. And yes, we’re still obsessed with the thumbs up and thumbs down—only now the consequences are reputation instead of literal death sometimes anyway.

From Jonestown to TikTok gurus, humans keep falling for cults. Why? Because they offer belonging, structure, and purpose—all the stuff we crave. In this episode, Kim and Ryan explore the psychology of cult appeal, infamous cult disasters, and modern digital “micro-cults.” Plus, bonus stories: the Solar Temple, the parody SubGenius church that got real followers, and the alien-worshipping Raëlians.

What’s scarier than being alone in the woods at night? Knowing that Native folklore has specific monsters waiting for you there. In this episode, Kim and Ryan explore the terrifying legends of the Wendigo and the Skinwalker. From starving cannibals cursed into endless hunger to shapeshifting witches of the Southwest, these stories are more than just spooky—they’re warnings about greed, corruption, and respect for nature. Of course, Hollywood and TikTok have turned them into pop culture icons too, which means Kim and Ryan have a lot to say about antlers, ghost hunters, and why you should never, ever camp at Skinwalker Ranch.

Ever wonder if the App Store is secretly haunted? In this episode, Kim and Ryan dive into the weird world of ghost hunting apps—the spooky downloads that claim to detect spirits with your phone’s sensors. Do they really work, or are they just digital Ouija boards with push notifications? From creepy word banks to AR ghosts that show up in your camera feed, Kim and Ryan break down the tech, the science, and the hilarious user stories behind these paranormal apps. Spoiler: your phone probably isn’t haunted… but you’ll definitely scare yourself into thinking it is.

Kim and Ryan talk about the Illuminati, Freemasons, and Oddfellows are they just a pipe dream or is there something to all the hype? Another case of no proof and all rumors.

Kim and Ryan discuss why trespassing in a graveyard counts as paranormal research and why it’s never a good idea going at night, unless you are just trying to summon trauma for fun.

In this episode, Kim and Ryan talk about why you do not pick up hitchhikers' ghost or otherwise. Also. that ghosts always bail on paying for rides and could leave you with a dry-cleaning bill.