Get Weird with Brittany Barbieri

In this episode of Get Weird, Brittany Barbieri explores the eerie legend of Saint Denis, a Christian martyr in third-century Roman Gaul who, after being beheaded at Montmartre, allegedly picked up his severed head and walked six miles while preaching. She discusses the historical dangers faced by early Christians, the phenomenon of “cephalophores” (head-carrying saints), and similar legends surrounding other saints. Balancing skepticism with open-mindedness, Brittany reflects on these stories as powerful symbols of faith, resilience, and humanity’s enduring fascination with overcoming death.

Brittany Barbieri draws on her 23 years of paranormal research experience to explore the bizarre 1930s case of Jeff the Talking Mongoose. The Irving family, living in a remote farmhouse on the Isle of Man, reported hearing a voice within their walls that claimed to be a mongoose named Jeff. The entity engaged in full conversations, displayed a distinct personality, and unsettled the family for years. Brittany examines theories ranging from hoax to supernatural phenomenon, while also reflecting on divisions within paranormal communities and advocating for serious, research-based investigation.

Brittany Barbieri explores The Handprint of the Holy Soul, a supernatural case from 1859 Italy. After the nun Sister Teresa Justa died suddenly, she reportedly appeared to a fellow sister, leaving a scorched handprint on a convent door as proof of her existence in purgatory. Brittany connects this story to similar historical accounts, including those associated with Rome’s Museum of the Holy Souls in Purgatory. Drawing from her Catholic upbringing and passion for the supernatural, she encourages listeners to remain open-minded about the afterlife and the possibility that the dead may communicate through physical signs.

In this episode of Get Weird, host Brittany Barbieri explores the fascinating true story of the Blue People of Kentucky—a family lineage known for blue-tinted skin caused by a rare genetic condition called methemoglobinemia. She traces the origins back to French orphan Martin Fugate, who settled in isolated Appalachian Kentucky in the 1800s, where the condition persisted for generations due to the community’s isolation. Brittany breaks down the science behind the condition, debunks common myths, and encourages listeners to seek reliable sources. Emphasizing curiosity and open-mindedness, she reminds us that many mysterious phenomena have logical scientific explanations waiting to be discovered.

Brittany Barbieri explores the mystery of Bigfoot through the lens of quantum physics and time slips. Drawing on her experience with animal behavior and the paranormal, she suggests that Bigfoot sightings may be glimpses into overlapping layers of time rather than encounters with a hidden creature. Brittany connects predator stealth, cross-cultural ghost stories, and scientific anomalies to propose that reality is far more layered and complex than we realize.

Brittany Barbieri explores the Bell Witch haunting of early 1800s Tennessee, detailing the Bell family’s terrifying encounters with an aggressive, interactive spirit. She shares her personal connection to the legend, examines its historical and cultural context, and considers both supernatural and psychological explanations. Brittany encourages open-mindedness, kindness, and humility—not only in paranormal investigations, but in life as well—emphasizing the importance of curiosity and community.

In this episode, Brittany Barbieri explores the legendary Patterson–Gimlin film, the 1967 footage that allegedly captured Bigfoot in Northern California. She unpacks the film’s history, the controversies surrounding it, and the decades-long debate over its authenticity, drawing on expert analyses and the anatomical details visible in the footage. Brittany examines the difficulties of definitively proving or disproving Bigfoot’s existence and places the discussion within the broader world of cryptozoology.

Brittany Barbieri shares the mysterious tale, “Rescued by the Woods People: The Bigfoot River Rescue Story.” She recounts an anonymous woman’s claim of being saved and cared for by Bigfoot-like creatures after a canoe accident. Brittany also discusses her research, the lack of official evidence, and the challenges of verifying supernatural stories.

Brittany Barbieri explores the enduring mystery of giants, diving into legends from the United States and around the world. She examines Indigenous stories, reports of alleged giant remains, and the infamous account of a U.S. military encounter with a giant in Afghanistan. Brittany also looks at why these stories are so often dismissed, ignored, or covered up, encouraging listeners to keep an open mind and share their own theories about the possibility of hidden truths and conspiracies.

Brittany Barbieri dives into the chilling history and lingering paranormal mysteries of Donner Pass, the infamous site where the Donner Party became trapped during the brutal winter of 1846–47. Brittany uncovers the recurring December hauntings long reported in the area—phantom footsteps crunching in the snow, strange and sudden odors, disembodied voices drifting through the trees, and eerie sightings of a ragged, wandering woman.

In this episode of "Get Weird," host Brittany Barbieri explores the mysterious case of the Deer Man of Swede Hollow, a strange, deer-like humanoid reportedly seen in a forest ravine in Saint Paul, Minnesota during the late 1990s. Brittany discusses eyewitness accounts, the area's unusual electromagnetic activity, and theories ranging from cryptids to interdimensional beings. She emphasizes thorough research, respect for folklore, and encourages listeners to embrace curiosity and authenticity. The episode blends mystery, science, and personal reflection, inviting listeners to question the unknown and celebrate their own uniqueness.

In this episode of “Get Weird with Britney Barbieri,” things get delightfully weird. Britney kicks things off with some feel-good advice for a brighter day, spills on her Halloween hangover and early Christmas decorating habits, and dives into a ridiculous paranormal story from her youth — the time she mistook a rhesus monkey for a demon in a cemetery said to be haunted by a vampire. (Yep. You read that right.) Along the way, she talks about ghost-hunting gone wrong, the importance of respecting different investigation styles, and why the paranormal world is way more fun when you can laugh at the weird stuff.

Coming from Media Squatch… it’s the debut of Get Weird! Meet your host, Brittany Barbieri—cryptozoologist, ufologist, and paranormal investigator—ready to dive headfirst into the strange, the spooky, and the downright unexplainable. From cryptids and UFOs to aliens and ghosts, Brittany’s bringing curiosity, field experience, and a big dose of humor to the weirdest mysteries out there. It’s smart, it’s fun, and it’s a little spooky. Hit play, subscribe, and join Brittany on the adventure—because it’s time to Get Weird!