We Can Be Weirdos

By: Global
  • Summary

  • Prepare to plunge into the peculiar as Dan Schreiber, professional fact-hunter, uncovers the wild beliefs, ideas and theories of some of the most remarkable people on planet earth. As well as delving into the lives of truly fascinating people, Dan asks his guests a maverick tour of questions known as The Batshit Survey. Do they believe in Ghosts? Déjà vu? Telepathy? Premonitions? Déjà vu? Either way, everyone has theories they are transfixed by, or a mystery in their own life that they’re trying to solve. Dan leaves no rock unturned – and he’ll share plenty of his own mind-blowing facts and theories too. Bonus episodes, ‘The Rough Corner’, hear from YOU – your wild ideas, odd theories and unexplainable experiences. Let’s create a global community of likeminded weirdos! Expect new episodes every Thursday. Bonus episodes land on Tuesday. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com
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Episodes
  • #91: The Trivialisation of the Spiritual: Milton Jones and the Handkerchief Ghost
    Apr 4 2025

    Milton Jones, a comedy virtuoso known for his unique blend of one-liners, absurdity, and surreal humor, has carved a niche for himself in the world of comedy with his unmistakable style. With his iconic wild hair, loud shirts, and a mind brimming with witty puns, Milton has captivated audiences far and wide, solidifying his status as a comedic legend.

    Go see Milton Jones: https://www.miltonjones.co.uk/


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    46 mins
  • #90 Cursed Monkey Business: Ventriloquist Nina Conti and the Puppet Funeral Home
    Mar 28 2025

    "What's the criteria for being 'real'?"

    Nina Conti is an internationally acclaimed ventriloquist, comedian and actress. Among many credits, she starred in Her Master's Voice, where she takes the bereaved puppets of her mentor Ken Campbell on a pilgrimage to the resting place for puppets of dead ventriloquists.

    Nina Conti's new show 'Whose Face Is It Anyway?' will be at the Duke of York's Theatre in the West End for five nights, from 29th April - 3rd May 2025, before touring the UK in the autumn. Tickets for all dates at ninaontour.com. Her directorial debut film 'Sunlight' is set for release later this year.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • #89: Apocalypse How: Tom Phillips and the Impending Doom of the 112th Pope
    Mar 21 2025

    Tom Phillips is a British author, journalist, and humorist known for his witty and insightful takes on history and human folly. A former editorial director at Full Fact, the UK’s independent fact-checking charity, Phillips has written books such as Humans: A Brief History of How We Fcked It All Up* and Truth: A Brief History of Total Bullsht*. His works blend humor with historical analysis, exploring humanity’s mistakes and misconceptions in an engaging and accessible way.

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    1 hr and 5 mins

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brilliant

I absolutely love anything that both Dan Schreiber and Kate Lister do. This episode was the perfect blend, where things went off on tangents, but, always made you think and learn something new. Keep up the good work!

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My kinda weird.

Excellent. Enough said. But no fifteen words required. Only seven more words needed to post.

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my kind of weird

Found this as aware of Dan from no such thing as a fish. Perfect listen while crafting and plan to download for when I'm travelling. I love passionate people and these are they. Listen and enjoy. ☆☆☆☆☆

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