Theorists Theorizing

Ben Bowlin is a veteran podcaster at HowStuffWorks, and has worked on numerous shows, including Stuff They Don't Want You To Know, CarStuff and BrainStuff.

Over years of bizarre research on everything from ancient civilizations to previously undiscovered (and hilarious) antics of history’s most influential figures and institutions, Ben and his team have compiled the absolute best, weirdest and most ridiculous stories in human history.

On a chilly November night in 1987, viewers in Chicago sat down for what they thought would be a normal evening of local news and sci-fi reruns. But what they got instead was something far stranger—a sudden flicker, a buzz of static, and then… him. A man in a rubbery mask, bobbing and weaving before a swaying metal backdrop, his distorted voice crackling through the airwaves like a ghost in the machine.

The hijacker’s messages were bizarre, disjointed, and vaguely menacing—mocking television stations, corporations, and perhaps the very nature of mass media itself. For 90 seconds, the intruder took over WTTW’s broadcast of Doctor Who, turning public television into a surreal and unsettling performance art piece—or a warning.

This case file,tune in as we sift through the static and rewind the weird in…The Max Headroom Signal Hijacking

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In the shimmering psychospace between perception and the unknown, there exists a world not accessible by plane, train, or spacecraft—but by molecule. Dimethyltryptamine—DMT—the so-called “spirit molecule,” has earned its reputation as a chemical key to an entirely different dimension. In mere moments, those who inhale its vapor find themselves blasted beyond the limits of language and reason, tumbling through a fractal landscape and staring wide-eyed at the impossible.

And waiting there, in that kaleidoscopic void? The whispering architects of hyperspace who, according to countless psychonauts, greet travelers with messages, mischief, and sometimes unnerving mirth. Are they figments of a chemically untethered brain, or emissaries from a hidden layer of reality?

This casefile, join the Theorists as they free-fall into the cerebral psychosphere without packing their metaphysical parachutes in…DMT and Machine Elves

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In this episode, the Theorists delve into the controversial and conspiratorial topic of the Clinton body count, exploring various mysterious deaths linked to the Clintons and the political implications surrounding them. They discuss the power dynamics at play, the allegations against Bill and Hillary Clinton, and the numerous deaths that have raised eyebrows over the years. The conversation also touches on the infamous Boys on the Track case and the broader pattern of deaths in Arkansas, suggesting a web of cover-ups and political maneuvering. The conversation delves into a series of mysterious deaths and scandals associated with the Clintons, exploring the implications of political corruption, cover-ups, and conspiracy theories. The Theorists discuss various individuals connected to the Clintons who have died under suspicious circumstances, the impact of these events on public perception, and the broader implications of power dynamics in politics, including connections to Jeffrey Epstein and the concept of a deep state. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the intricate web of political corruption, conspiracy theories, and the influence of powerful entities. They discuss the illusion of political choice, the dark underbelly of political murders, and the role of blackmail in maintaining power dynamics. The conversation also touches on the Epstein case and its implications, as well as the pervasive distrust in systems of authority. Through a mix of humor and serious commentary, they explore how these themes intersect with pop culture and societal perceptions.

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The Ostrich is the key to all the worlds problems. Save the Ostriches!

In a world where fluoride is feared, root canals are rituals of ruin, and every molar might just be the minion of malevolence, one documentary dared to drill deeper—perhaps a little too deep. The 2019 pseudo-scientific spectacle, "Root Cause", set out to expose a grand dental conspiracy, claiming your innocent toothache could be the ticking time bomb behind heart disease, cancer, and maybe even bad vibes. But as viewers blinked away confusion and skeptics sharpened their floss, one question lingered like a stubborn case of gingivitis: is this root canal panic actually rooted in anything real—or just a cavity in critical thinking? This case file, join the Theorists as they rinse, spit, and prod at the pulp of paranoia of...Big Dentistry

This case file, the Theorists stroke big metal balls and break it down with some whistleblowers.

March 2nd a mysterious object of supposed extraterrestrial origin, is reported by eyewitnesses to be soaring through the air in a manner not typical of any earthly aircraft. Shortly after its impressive aerial display, which was caught on video, the object was quickly recovered by nearby onlookers. One  man who touched the object was reported to have fallen ill after coming into physical contact with the metal sphere. The metallic orb was given into the care of local medical professionals to try and make sense of the object and the mysterious symbols and writings upon its surface.

Late 2024, a U.S. congressional report is leaked concerning a whistleblower report alleging the existence of a clandestine UAP recovery program that had been managed by the executive branch of the U.S. government. The whistleblower remained anonymous until months later where they came forward at the urging of UAP documentarian Jeremy Corbell and investigative journalist George Knapp

In the dimly lit overlap between classified research and the unexplained, there is one man whose name continues to echo through the halls of high strangeness. A physicist by training and a seeker by nature, this observer of the unknown has spent decades at the crossroads of science and the supernatural, working in the shadows of government projects and beyond, chasing the edges of human understanding. From his early work on remote viewing at Stanford Research Institute—a program so intriguing it drew the attention and funding of U.S. intelligence agencies—to his more recent involvement in the study of unidentified aerial phenomena, he has remained a central figure in the quiet push to legitimize what others dismiss as fringe. Whether probing the mysteries of consciousness, zero-point energy, or alleged alien technologies, his work walks the fine line between scientific rigor and metaphysical curiosity. This case file, join the Theorists as they flex their super psyches to discuss the man whose career that has straddled the seen and the unseen...Dr. Hal Puthoff