In this week's episode, The Mystics squint into the shadows of history as they uncover the legend of the Moon-Eyed People 🌚 The mysterious, pale-skinned, nocturnal beings said to have roamed the Appalachian mountains before vanishing into myth 🧿👄🧿 Were they ancient Welsh settlers? Albino cryptids? Or just a civilization that really needed sunglasses? 😎 Lesley thinks she has found the origin when she stumbles into the story of Prince Madoc (Wales’ most ambitious illegitimate son), decode the ancient stone walls of Fort Mountain 🗻 and follow a botanist’s unexpected encounter with Moon-Eyed expats in Panama 🌴 Buckle up, because this one’s a real eye-opener!

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A beautifully written travel article on the area

All That's Interesting article

The Appalachian Storyteller YouTube video

The Why Files YouTube Video

In this week's episode, The Mystics bargain their way into the world's cheapest rent 🏡just $0.96 a year 😲 Welcome to Fuggerei, a tiny town in Germany where the cost of living is straight out of a fairy tale 🫅But before you start packing your bags, there’s a catch—one that involves a medieval millionaire who was absolutely petrified of Purgatory 👺 Join Amber and Lesley as they unravel the bizarre history of this philanthropic fear-fueled housing project, the surprisingly strict rules for its residents, and why Jakob Fugger might just be the most generous (and most anxious) landlord of all time 🫰 Tune in for laughs, history, and a rent deal that sounds way too good to be true!

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In this week’s episode, The Mystics poke around the history of lobotomies 🧠 because nothing says "medical breakthrough" like scrambling someone’s brain with an ice pick 🥶 The Gruesome Twosome delve into the rise of this, unique procedure 🥴 in the United States, what a patient could expect (spoiler: it’s not great), and the wild roadshow known as the Lobotomobile 🚙 where one man took brain surgery on tour like a rock star… but with way more permanent consequences. Finally, they play a round of Put a Finger Down: Lobotomy Edition 🤚✋only to realize they would’ve been prime candidates for a little off the top 🤯 Tune in for a sharp-witted take on one of history’s most head-scratching medical moments!

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What Is Lobotomy?

Lobotomy, Definition and Procedure

In this week’s episode, The Mystics time travel through history ⏳ asking themselves: Which century would we actually want to live in? From the powdered wigs of the 1700s 👵 to the grunge-filled ‘90s 😎 Amber and Lesley romanticize the past—until they remember things like medical practices that involved leeches 🐛 the lack of deodorant, and, oh yeah, having zero rights 🥴 After weighing the pros and (many) cons, they come to a shocking conclusion: maybe, just maybe, they’re in the best era after all 🤗 Tune in for a hilarious journey through history, where the dream of being a fancy 1800s aristocrat meets the reality of no indoor plumbing.

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This week on The Grimm Mystics, Lesley dives into her recent TV binges —one filled with murder, mystery, and a few guilty pleasures 📺 From chilling true crime docuseries that will keep you up at night to thriller period dramas dripping in intrigue 🔪 we’ve got all the twisted tales to keep your queue packed. Need a break from the macabre? Don’t worry, we’re also serving up some sappy love movies for balance 💞 And of course, she can't help checking in on the latest season of that true crime series that keeps getting wilder by the episode. Get comfy, grab your snacks, and let’s gorge on some seriously binge-worthy TV 🍿

This week on The Grimm Mystics🔮, it’s a solo adventure with Amber as she dives into her latest binge-watching 📺 obsessions. From eerie thrillers to reality TV chaos, she’s got plenty to say — and maybe even some recommendations (or warnings). It’s a slightly quieter episode without Lesley, but don’t worry,😉 the other half of the gruesome twosome will be back next week with her take. In the meantime, grab a snack, get comfy, and let’s talk TV!🥤🍿🤩

In this week’s episode, the Mystics drop anchor on the eerie and extravagant history of the Queen Mary 🛳️ From her early days as a ritzy ocean liner hosting the crème de la crème of Hollywood 💃🏽 to her wartime gig as the most overcrowded troop transport in history 🪖this ship has seen it all—luxury, chaos, and now… ghosts. Lots of ghosts 👻👻 Come along as Amber and Lesley take a deep dive (not literally, we promise) into the Queen Mary’s most famous hauntings, including the playful spirit of a little girl still making a splash 🌊 in the first-class pool and guests who claim they’ve been yanked straight out of bed by unseen hands 🛌 Is it paranormal activity, or just a really aggressive wake-up call? Either way, Ship Happens! Tune in for some history, haunts, and plenty of laughs along the way ⛴️

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In this week's episode, The Mystics shear through their tangled history of hairdos 💇🏻‍♀️ from questionable box dye experiments to the iconic (and regrettable) cuts that defined entire eras of their lives 💈Whether it was the bold choice to go full Ronald McDonald red or the impulsive decision to chop it all into a bob, they've truly lived every phase of mane character energy 🦁 Join the Gruesome Twosome for a light-hearted trip down memory lane as they relive the best, worst, and wildest hair transformations—because if your hair hasn’t been a crisis at least once, are you even living? 🪮💇🏼‍♀️

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In this week’s episode, The Mystics jump into the fascinating and heartwarming phenomenon of riot dogs—stray pups who seem to choose a side in protests, often standing with demonstrators and barking at police 🐶 From Greece’s Loukanikos, a stray who became a symbol of resistance, to Chile’s beloved Negro Matapacos, a dog with a red bandana and a rebellious spirit, these furry freedom fighters have captured the world’s attention 🥰 Join Amber and Lesley as they explore their stories, and work through why dogs might feel drawn to the commotion of protests, and the lasting legacies of these canine revolutionaries. It’s a tail-wagging blend of history, humor, and a whole lot of heart. 🐾

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Riot Dogs

Loukanikos, the Greek anarchist dog, photo gallery

Kanellos, the protest dog

Negro Matapacos: Chile’s “riot dog

In this week's episode, The Mystics probe the truth behind alien conspiracies 👽 and whether extraterrestrials are really planning to take over the world 🌎 Things take an unexpected turn as the Gruesome Twosome spirals into a light-hearted debate about reincarnation. Have they lived past lives as otherworldly beings on far-off planets?? 🐙 By the end, they’re convinced the universe might just be a Star Trek-esque playground of species who’d rather watch Earth’s chaos from afar 🥴 Get ready for laughs, deep-space daydreams, and just enough skepticism to keep things 51% believable! 🌠👾

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