Occultae Veritatis Podcast - OVPOD
Four curious Canadians venture into the darkest, most misunderstood, or contentious areas of our reality. Real life lore from the mouths of Ood, Sage, Leon, and Richard. Pack a bowl, join the cult, put us in your ears!
Episodes
Case #225: Aviation Milestones
First, Fastest, First Accross, First death, Rockets, Helicopters and G forces O my!
Case #224: Strange New Worlds
Experience a journey through planets from outside our solar system. Strange new worlds lightyears from home!
Case #223: Eugen Steinach ; The Sex Cleric
Hear Arthur and the Ovpod Crew dive into the life and research of Eugen Steinach. A revolutionary sex scientist that experimented with Guinea Pig testicles and rejuvenation potions for the betterment of mankind. -Sponsored by-Our Patrons…
Case #222: Sovereign Citizens; Pseudo-Law Word-Fu
Today, we dive into a group of people that believe their interpretation of the law, based on misunderstanding and complete fabrication, trumps the actual Legal system
Case #221: Spicy Connections III - Revenge of the Pith
Oops we did it again, we burned our mouths, and learned a few things, oh baby baby
Case #220: Earths Largest Natural Explosions
Here it is, part 3 of EXPLOSIONS. The first was biggest non-nuclear explosions, the second was biggest nuclear explosions, now, the big mac daddy explosions. The bottom of the list in todays episode STARTS at four times the energy of the bi…
Case #219: Animal Dicks
For the first time in the history of the internet, OVPOD covers dicks in the animal kingdom without making a single Knot joke! Bee Boners, Wasp Wieners, Snake Shafts, Barnacle Bits, Duck Dicks, Hyena Hot Dogs, Nautilus Knobs, FlatWorm Phall…
Case #218: Jared Leto's Rock Band Cult
Case #218: Jared Leto's Rock Band Cult Classification: [History] Apparently the worst itteration of the Joker is attempting to start a cult from the fanbase of his Rock Band. Lets look into that
Case #217: Nazi Sea Monkeys
Classification: [History] You read that correctly. Today, we dive into the surprisingly dark secret hidden behind brine shrimp
Case #216: The Birth and Death of Capitalism
Case #216: The Birth and Death of Capitalism Classification: [History] Today, on ovpod, we look at where capitalism was born, and go on to discuss where it may go to die. Topics Mentioned: French Revolution, feudalism, capitalism, op…
An Explanation... OVpod returning January 6th, 2024
We owe you an explanation, here it is.
Case #215: Hell Houses; Halloween Indoctrination
Occultae Veritatis Podcast Case #215: Hell Houses; Halloween Indoctrination While many people enjoy Halloween as a time for costumes, treats, and fun, some fundamentalist Christians use it as a chance to create 'Hell Houses' instead o…
Case #214: The Ghost Train of St. Louis
In the small Canadian village of St. Louis, a local legend has attracted attention for decades. At one time a train ran through tracks just north of the town prior to being removed in the early 2000s. De-spite the tracks not being there, le…
Case #213: Lake Monsters around the World; From Jamacia to Japan
We are back at it again for ovpod Halloween 2023. 10 more countries, 10 more lake monsters to talk about. The River Mumma, The Ahuitzotl, The Kilopilopitsofy, The Lusca. The Kappa and more will be explored and talked about! -Sponsored by…
Case #212: The Catskills Crone
Case #212: The Catskills Crone Classification: [Mystery} Join host Richard Bigly on a spine-tingling journey deep into the heart of the Catskill Mountains as he unravels the eerie legend of "The Catskills Crone." In this chilling episo…
Case #211: Colleen Ballinger & The Ukulele Apology
Colleen Ballinger, likely known better as her persona Miranda Sings, has recently responded to a flurry of serious allegations with a condescending song played on a tiny stringed instrument. What could have possibly led this event? Wha…
Case #210: What if Humans disappeared?
Early one morning, Richard Bigly, and every other human on earth, simply disappear. This is where the story starts. What happens to humanity's pets, buildings, satellites, concrete, kitchen sinks, plastic nightstands, livestock, crops? Hear…
Case #209: Queer in Care
Classification: [Healthcare) Today, a hidden and forgotten progressive issue is revealed and discussed. The phenomena of Queer people being forced back into the closet as they enter long term care. Gay relationships are ended, identities …
Case #208: Picking a Bone with Bones
Classification: [Law + Justice) Incredibly Learned man Merg lends us his expertise analysing Crime Scene Investigation television. In particular, the Forensic Anthropology crime procedural, Bones. Can you simulate exactly how a bone would…
Case #207: 69 Things You’re Wrong About
Viking Helmets didn’t have horns, Strawberries aren't berries, and Thomas Crapper didnt invent the toilet. These are among the 69 things you are personally wrong about and need to be corrected on. Today, on Ovpod, we “Well Actually” until t…
Case #206: Spicy Connections II - Attack of the Chilli
Occultae Veritatis Podcast Case #206: Spicy Connections II - Attack of the Chilli Leon is back with the second installment of their fact filled trip between seemingly unrelated subjects. This episode, we jump from potatoes, to pilot Gar…
Case #205: Pine Gap: Global Spying Down Under
Classification: History Journey into the heart of Pine Gap, the clandestine CIA military base nestled deep within the Australian outback. In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into the base's role in global surveillance, int…
Case #204: Harvey Milk
Case #204: Harvey Milk Harvey Milk was many things, the first openly gay person in public office, a martyr, a leader, a symbol, and he even had darkness worth scrutinizing. Join OVpod as we talk about this complicated Icon.
Case #203: Aimo's Methamphetamine Odyssey
Classification: History This episode has it all, war, skiing, Meth, Finnish men, and adventures in the forest. Hear the tale of the man who took enough stimulants to fuel 30 grown men and escaped the Soviets!
Case #202: The Monster of Turtle Lake, Saskatchewan
Case #202: The Monster of Turtle Lake, Saskatchewan Turtle Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada has a long his…
Case #201: Cold War; Canada's High Arctic Relocation
Classification: [History] In 1950s, the Cold War was heating up, and Canada was desperate to protect its Northern Territories. The solution was to forcibly relocate indigenous people to the far north without proper food or shelter to act as…
Case #200: The Murder of Matthew Graville
Classification: [Crime] Matthew Graville was murdered by his half brother Jeffrey Vogelsberg. Compared to people without disabilities, people with disabilities are more likely to be murdered by their family members and caregivers. Today, on…
Case #199: Biggest Nuclear Explosions of All Time
Classification: [History] We start the list of biggest nukes with a few honorable mentions, suitcase nukes, backpack nukes, and nukes stolen from Bethesda games. The we get into the meat of the episode, the top 10 most powerful nuclear weap…
Case #198: Becoming Death; The Birth of Nukes
Case #198: Becoming Death; The Birth of Nukes Classification: [History] Our layman’s introduction to nuclear weapons. How exactly do they “detonate”? What occurred in the $2 Billion-dollar Top Secret “Manhattan Project”? What is the anatomy…
Case #197: Invisible Illnesses "You Don't Look Sick"
Case #197: Invisible Illnesses "You Don't Look Sick" Classification: [Healthcare] This Episode OVPOD talks about a group of Illnesses that are Invisible. The people who have these Invisible Illnesses may look healthy, but in reality, ar…
Case #196: The True Meaning of Christmas
Ft Guest Host Miriam Delirium Christmas wasn’t found in a box, a bag, or a stocking. Christmas was found in one dude's sarcastic fan fiction. Today, we uncover the true origins of Christmas. From Roman Saturnalia Festivals, to the Puritans …
Case #195: Blizzard: World's Worst Gaming Company
Ft Guest Host @Papa_BrayD Activision Blizzard, the gaming company behind Overwatch, World of Warcraft, Call of Duty, Candy Crush, Diablo and more, became infamous in 2021 when accusations of employee abuse and exploitation went public. Dr…
Case #194: Alleged Abuses at Legacy Christian Academy
Case #194: Alleged Abuses at Legacy Christian Academy The Legacy Christian Academy is a church-run private school in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Formerly known as Christian Center Academy, LCA has close associations with the church i…
OVpod Bloopers and Poopers
Here is a preview of our Patreon Bonus content that came out nearly a year ago. A collection of bloopers and outakes
The Murder of Neil Stonechild Omnibus
OVpod's original four episodes about The Murder of Neil Stonechild released as 4-hour episode. Hear us cover this murder at the hands of our local police department, and the lack of justice that has happened since
Case #193: Legendary Lore and Modern Media
Classification: [History] Guest Presenter Rocky takes us on a journey of Myths, Legends, and Game Of Thrones commentary. We learn about ancient Greek and Roman mythology and learn how modern media still reflects ancient myths like a polishe…
Case #192: The Huronia Institution; 133 Years of Abuse
Case #192: The Huronia Institution; 133 Years of Abuse Classification: [History] Guest Presenter She-Wolf tells us about a Controversial Canadian institution that had operated for over 133 years. Opening in 1875 as “Orillia Asylum for I…
Case #191: Lesser-Known Lake Monsters; Australia to North Korea
Case #191: Lesser-Known Lake Monsters; Australia to North Korea Classification: [Cryptozoology] Every country on earth has at least one legend of a beast lurking in its lakes and rivers. Today on ovpod, we take a world tour exploring le…
Case #190: The Demon Core; 14 Pounds of Plutonium
Classification: [History] The Demon Core was destined to become the third nuclear bomb dropped on Japan, but it was never used. Its destiny for death lived on regardless. Hear guest presenter Misfit tell the story of a 14-pound sphere of …
Case #189: Mummification and European Thievery
Classification: [History] Mummies are human corpses that were prevented from decaying. Some mummies are naturally formed, such as the bog mummies of Europe, others were deliberately formed, such as the famous Egyptian Mummies. Today, we t…