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Welcome to Story Hotline, a bi-weekly phone call between two friends on opposite sides of the world. Each week, Tina Victoria Afshar and Ella Mumby dive into a story and share it with our listeners. From far off history to stories of everyday people, there’s a bit of everything. Join our phone calls each week and follow us on Instagram @storyhotlinepodcast
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Thousands of years ago the advanced city of Atlantis sunk to the bottom of the ocean. Or did it? Often heralded as a conspiracy theory or mystery, in this episode we’re going 10,000 leagues under the sea to work out the truth of Atlantis.If you enjoy this episode be sure to let us know on Instagram – we are @storyhotlinepodcast
Ask someone to name a conspiracy theory and MOST LIKELY they’ll say the Illuminati. But guess what?! It’s more fact than fiction! In this episode we dive into the surprising origins of the exclusive club that (allegedly) rules the world. Plus we dial in a special guest who has a DIRECT CONNECTION to the Illuminati’s rivals… the Free Masons. Get out your US dollar bills (you’ll see why) and get ready to have your minds blown. Use these time stamps to jump ahead if you just can’t wai...
At the height of his career, Tupac Shakur was only 25 when he was murdered in a Vegas drive-by shooting. And, in the 25 years since his death, people have been left reeling, questioning who, what why... and if he could secretly still be alive on a beach somewhere? We're diving into it all in this episode.Use these chapter markers if you want to jump aheadChapter One: Who is Tupac? (4min34secs)Chapter Two: His Death (15min22sec)Chapter Three: The Suspects (27min32sec)Chapter Four: The Conspira...
1Bermuda, Bahama, come on pretty mama, oooo I wanna take you… well, not to the Bermuda Triangle because that’s where hundreds of people have vanished without a trace.In this episode we’re delving headfirst into the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle… who, what, why and HOW has this 500,000 sqm space of sea cemented itself as one of the eeriest areas of our world? Use the following timestamps if you want to jump ahead. But beware, who knows what’s in store when delving into the Triangle…Ti...
Hop in the time machine baby, we're taking a trip to take a gander at the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World. What mysteries will they all contain? Time will tell... (almost 4,000 years of time, to be exact).In this episode we cover what the wonders actually are, why they're so special and who came up with the list. All before diving into a mystery around each and every wonder. Buckle in, there's a lot to explore! Use the time codes below to skip ahead or revisit your favourite parts.2,584 BC...
You've heard her name, you heard stories of her appearance... but is Nessie really real? In this episode we're diving into a tale of Jurassic proportions... it's all about the Loch Ness Monster, baby! Plus it's two mysteries for the price of one as we tackle both a questionable photograph and scientific explanation. So settle in as we take you to the Scottish highlands.Use these time stamps to drive ahead if you just can't bear the suspense!Mystery 1 — The Surgeon's Photograph (5min58sec)Chap...
You know that dead look in the eyes people in power have?.... Is that because they're not people but actually lizard overlords feeding off your negative emotions? According to a rising group of people, YES that's exactly why! In this episode we delve into one of the most delusional, *ahem*, popular conspiracy theorists about the state of power in out world, and all roads lead back to reptiles... it's lizard people, baby! Use these timestamps to slither ahead if you dareChapter 1: The Egg...
Everyone knows the earth is round, right? Wrong! There's a growing movement that believes that we're not living on a spinning orb, but a flat disc with a.... well, you're just going to have to listen to find out the rest. We get stuck into the origins of the Flat Earth theory, and put on our scientist hats to explain exactly why this conspiracy theory is so bonkers.If you want to spin the globe to jump ahead, use these timestamps:Chapter 1: We know the earth is round because (6min30sec)...
It's 1959 in the Russian mountains, temperatures are below -25º celsius and nine hikers haven't returned from their expedition. Fearing the worst, the government is called in to form a search party. What they find marks the start of a 60 year mystery... what really happened to Dyatlov's expedition in the Ural mountains? This story has icy twists and turns, peculiar details and even mention of a Yeti thrown in for good measure 🥶 So sit back, brew yourself a cuppa, and brace yourself for a jour...
In August 2007, Shelly Miscavige was last seen in public while heavily escorted. It's been 14 years and she hasn't been seen or heard from since (allegedly lol). What happened to the woman once so powerful she was dubbed the 'First Lady of Scientology'? In a church full of mysteries, Shelly's disappearance may be the most puzzling. What happened? Where is she? Is she even alive? Rather than getting dizzy thinking of the possibilities, we're dissecting all of them in this episode. Plus, w...
In the 1960s the US government carried out the mass extermination of every bird in North America and replaced them with surveillance drones... or so the Birds Aren't Real movement would have you believe. In this episode we're diving into this conspiracy theory that found its wings on Tik Tok. This whacky story has ties to Trump, the Vietnam war and even JFK's ham sandwich? (Not a euphemism.) It's bonkers, but in the best way possible. Follow us on instagram (@StoryHotlinePodcast) to...
Remember that time the Church of Scientology infiltrated the FBI and IRS to steal classified documents?... No? Well, have we got the story for you! In our first episode of season two we're delving into the criminal conspiracy that was Operation Snow White. Just like the fairytale there's twists, turns, hidden agendas and seven dwarves. Wait, no, that last one can't be right... but there are two tall men who remind us a bit too much of Grumpy and Dopey. This story really has to...
OMG WAKE UP, SANTA'S BEEN! Well by 'Santa' we mean Tina and Ella, by 'been' we mean have released a super duper special bonus episode.As our Christmas present to YOU we wanted to share some festive stories. Tina retells the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, and Ella shares names for Santa Claus around the world. Whether you're listening while the turkey cooks or in a post-feast stupor, we hope this episode gets you in the festive spirit.Sending holiday love to one and all (no matter what you ce...
To celebrate an incredible debut season, we're revisiting all of our stories, baby! In this super-special-bumper episode, we cover new developments (like what the hell is happening with Britney Spears), funnies relevant to the stories (like 100 tampons in space), answer your questions (what's it even like making a podcast?) and much, much more.Whether you've listened to previous episodes or not, we know you're going to love this chonker of a wrap-up. We recap old stories as we go, so yo...
In 1981 a riot broke out in South London between police and the locals – most of them black people who had been maligned for years at the hands of police and systematic racism. These clashes were so monumental that they were dubbed The Brixton Uprising. But what caused the events? How did locals respond and what was the aftermath? In this episode we jump headfirst into this huge part of British history. Riots get a bad rap (people crying about broken property), and we think it's time instead ...
A blindingly handsome gang of boys from the 1890s trying to get control of Birmingham... have we peaky-ed your interest? This episode is all about the REAL people the show Peaky Blinders is based on. Whether you're a Thomas Shelby stan like Tina, or a Sam Neil novice like Ella, you're sure to LOVE this episode. We cover the history of gangs in England, how these groups operated, and most importantly the similarities and differences between the TV show and the real Peaky Blinders. See pi...
Every fifth of November, people across the UK light fireworks, create bonfires and burn effigies of a 400-year-old man. But why???Well, brew a cup of coffee, plug us into your ears and we'll tell you! It all revolves around an assassination attempt, religious persecution and a King that was supposed to see both sides of the argument. Whether you know about bonfire night or not, you're sure to love this episode! We even discuss why there are so many celebrations this time of year (we're lookin...
Let's talk about online sex work, baby!!! Why did a former Disney star turn to a multi-million dollar website to sell semi-naked photos of herself? And what impact did it have on sex workers who rely on the platform to make money?For this episode we call in the wonderful sex worker Jessica, who gives us the full low-down on everything we need to know. Our gal Jess has been selling erotic content online for 5 years and is in the top 13% of earners on OnlyFans. As well as telling the tale of Be...
Double, double toil and trouble it's a SPOOKY HALLOWEEN SPECIAL from our Covid bubble 🧙♀️Delve into the darkness of The Salem Witch Trials with us as we learn how history is scarier than our imagination. You'll be SPOOKED when you hear about the cake eaten to ward of witches, how the accused tried to defend themselves and the barbaric Book of Satan. If that isn't enough, you'll be haunted by the PLOT TWIST revealing the real reason for the mayhem in Salem.Muah ha haaa happy halloween f...
*Bring bring*... the Hotline has a caller! Grandma Joan is on the line to tell us all about The Irish Troubles and her experience growing up in Belfast. We learn how the English tried (and kind of successfully) used religion to drive a wedge between the Irish population during a time of civil unrest. We ALSO learn how Grandma crossed the Irish boarder to get her favourite dessert, and how she faked nylon stockings during wartime. Phroawh it's a bumper episode!If you enjoy listening please sen...
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Hey Ella, wow, that was so interesting to hear your grandma talk about her years in Belfast. She's a natural!