Jon Solo's Messed Up Origins™ Podcast
Every week, we explore the origins of your favorite myths, folklore, fairy tales, and stories from pop culture. From Little Red Riding Hood cannibalizing her grandmother to Zeus' hundredth love affair, nothing is off limits! Sorry for ruining your childhood!
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October 17, 2025 • 22 mins
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October 10, 2025 • 28 mins
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October 3, 2025 • 14 mins
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October 1, 2025 • 101 mins
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September 19, 2025 • 34 mins
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September 12, 2025 • 50 mins
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September 5, 2025 • 3 mins
The Messed Up Origins of Through the Looking Glass is still on its way, but now it will be posted Friday, September 12! In the meantime, check out this week's live stream! https://youtube.com/live/32PL9ANsj-8?feature=share
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August 29, 2025 • 14 mins
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August 22, 2025 • 24 mins
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August 15, 2025 • 15 mins
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August 1, 2025 • 65 mins
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July 25, 2025 • 20 mins
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July 18, 2025 • 21 mins
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June 27, 2025 • 26 mins
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June 20, 2025 • 108 mins
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June 6, 2025 • 14 mins
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May 30, 2025 • 117 mins
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May 23, 2025 • 15 mins
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May 16, 2025 • 20 mins
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May 9, 2025 • 8 mins
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