The Why Files covers mysteries, myths and legends. We tell stories and seek the truth in a fun and lighthearted way. Our content is heavily researched; we don't release an episode unless we're sure we can bring something new to a topic.
213 episodes transcribedPrepare to be whisked away on a mind-bending odyssey through the fabric of time. This captivating compilation of time travel tales will transport you...
Uncover the truth behind some of the most captivating mysteries of our time. From ancient civilizations lost to history to shocking government cover-u...
From haunting animal cries to spine-chilling legends, this captivating journey explores the terrifying and bizarre. Uncover the shocking truth behind...
Cryptids have captured our curiosity for ages. Tales of mysterious and elusive creatures roaming the wilderness spark our imagination. In this first...
Unearth the mystery of Derinkuyu, an underground city in Turkey that has captivated historians and explorers alike. Hidden beneath a modest home, this...
Beneath Antarctica's icy expanse, secrets from ancient times lie preserved, waiting to unravel tales that span millennia. This journey takes us throug...
This ominous windowless skyscraper looms over Tribeca, defying all architectural norms. The Brutalist facade conceals a mysterious purpose - why ar...
For thousands of years we’ve pondered the meaning of dreams. Dreams offer insight into our subconscious. Dreams help us process emotions and organize...
This podcast dives into the mysterious Havana Syndrome illness afflicting diplomats. We explore the strange world of infrasonic sound waves below the...
Embark on a gripping journey with the Knights Templar, tracing their evolution from the Crusades to becoming the keepers of extraordinary secrets. The...
Imagine the possibility that life on Earth didn't start here, but arrived from the vastness of space. We explore the captivating concept of panspermia...
Edgar Cayce—the 'Sleeping Prophet'—discovered his psychic gifts as a child while doing peculiar things like sleeping on his textbooks. When sick, Cayc...
In this intriguing exploration, we uncover the mysterious world of numbers stations. These enigmatic radio broadcasts, dating back to World War One, h...
Humans are the apex predator. Not *an* apex predator. *The* apex predator. Other than a handful of bacteria and viruses, there’s pretty much nothing s...
Embark on a journey to the frigid landscapes of Antarctica with "The Why Files" as we uncover the secrets of Operation Highjump. This mysterious milit...
Eerie mysteries lurk beneath the waves. Recent discoveries have challenged what we thought we knew about the seafloor. Strange structures litter the d...
You wake up surrounded by loved ones. But this reunion carries a dire warning: you can't stay. Your time here is limited. A searing pain rips through...
In August 1988, Paul Bennewitz had a mental breakdown, convinced of an alien and government conspiracy against him. His supposed proof of UFOs over Ne...
Exposing Underground Alien Bases: CIA's Psychic UFO Hunters During the 1960s and 70s, the United States and the Soviet Union fought the Cold War on m...
In this intriguing exploration, we uncover the mysterious connection between Nikola Tesla's groundbreaking experiments and the catastrophic Tunguska E...
