Edge of Wonder
Investigative researchers Ben Chasteen and Rob Counts expose covered-up truths, unearth hidden history, share information the mainstream media won’t discuss, and explore humanity’s buried spiritual potential.
Investigative researchers Ben Chasteen and Rob Counts expose covered-up truths, unearth hidden history, share information the mainstream media won’t discuss, and explore humanity’s buried spiritual potential.
Episodes
![Friday Night Live: There’s a Christmas Tree Mafia in NYC? Plus Christmas Mandela Effects & More [Dec 22]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14067169/EOW-PROFILE-MAIN_v2_3ttyr3_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
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Does a Christmas Tree Mafia have a hold on New York City? You’ve heard of The Godfather, Made Men, Al "Scarface" Capone, and Don Carlo. But have you ever heard of the “Tree Men”? New York City is one of the most festive cities in America for the holidays, and New Yorkers love their tradition of buying local vendor Christmas trees. Most people believe that they’re supporting small, mom-and-pop businesses. However, the Christmas tree industry business in New York City is so cutthroat that it’s allegedly filled with bribes, extortion, threats, and even murder. In this Friday Night Live episode, hear how the mafia took over the selling of Christmas trees.
On the topic of Christmas, how did setting up Christmas trees in our homes become a tradition in the first place? The reason why will shock you. Also in this episode, tune in for some special Christmas Mandela Effects in our popular “Bendela Effect” segment. Think you’ve heard of the one giant change in the poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas? Well, Ben found at least 3 and maybe even 4 more. Find out in this Friday Night Live what they are, and be prepared to be as shocked as a child who discovered Santa Claus in their living room. In the Metaphysical Minute segment, discover what Tucker Carlson said about aliens and “spiritual forces.” Join Ben and Rob from Edge of Wonder as they reveal all of this and so much more. Don't miss the Rise.TV-exclusive segments, the Top 10 Weirder News of the Week and the “Dig Deep” Live Q&A. See you out … on the edge!
![Edge of Wonder Live: Do Christmas Trees Have Healing Powers? Supernatural Evergreen Legends & Weird Science [Dec 19]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14067169/EOW-PROFILE-MAIN_v2_3ttyr3_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
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Do Christmas trees have healing properties? Do myths and legends tell a deeper history of evergreens that we never knew? From weird science and supernatural powers to strange Christmas tree traditions and more, there’s a lot to unpack about the popular holiday staple. Join Edge of Wonder for the deep dive you won’t be-leaf. See you out on the h-edge!
![Friday Night Live: Anunnaki and Nephilim: Did They Rule Earth for 240,200 Years? [Dec 15]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14067169/EOW-PROFILE-MAIN_v2_3ttyr3_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
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Who were the Anunnaki and the Nephilim? We often hear these terms, but what do they mean? Well, a controversial ancient Sumerian text reveals how eight intelligent beings came to Earth and ruled for 241,200 years. Could it be that our culture spans back further than historians suggest? If so, why or what are they hiding from us? Who are these beings that came to Earth? Could they be the Annunaki? Who or what exactly are the Anunnaki, or 'Those who came from the Sky?'
Recently, Tucker Carlson mentioned on his show how the elites were connected to the Nephilim. Could the Nephilim be another name for the Anunnaki? Has our history purposely been hidden from us? Could they actually be the Fallen Angels mentioned in religious texts, and if so, what is it that the elites are really hiding?
Do they truly believe that they are the 'Chosen ones?' If so, what does that mean for the rest of humanity? Join Ben & Rob from Edge of Wonder on this mind-blowing Friday Night Live as they unearth the past along with the weekly Mandela Effect (or, as Rob dubbed it, the 'Bendela Effect'). This week’s Metaphysical Minute is about a man who captured a chilling figure on camera after a car accident!
And, of course, we have the fan-favorite Top 10 Weirder News of the Week, like a man from Russia mysteriously finding himself in Los Angeles—how did he get there? A Satanic idol and altar on display at the Iowa State Capitol during Christmastime (guess they aren’t hiding it now), and scientists discovering that dolphins now have an extra body part—how and why did it happen?
Also, don't miss our Dig Deep Live Q&A. We'll see you out... On the EDGE!
![Edge of Wonder Live: EMP Threats, Predictive Programming, & ‘Leave the World Behind’ Movie [Dec 12]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14067169/EOW-PROFILE-MAIN_v2_3ttyr3_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
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Lately, it appears that Hollywood has an uncanny ability to either foresee events before they unfold or reveal the truth about global occurrences, masked as "entertainment" to prevent anyone from taking it seriously.
In a recent Netflix release, 'Leave the World Behind,' produced by the Obamas, the storyline unfolds in the aftermath of an EMP or cyber attack, leading to a shutdown of all electronic devices. Is this film made for entertainment purposes, or does it serve as a form of predictive programming, instilling fear about potential attacks? The inclusion of the Obamas as producers raises questions about underlying motives. Is there a deeper significance, and could it hint at the possibility of a Chinese-launched EMP attack? Moreover, do the recent occurrences of Chinese weather balloons harbor more threats than disclosed?
Adding to it all are unusual weather phenomena, including recent tornado strikes in Tennessee. Could these events be connected?
Join Ben & Rob on this Edge of Wonder live show followed by a live Q&A and a meditation/prayer, only on Rise.TV.
![Friday Night Live: Bohemian Grove Break In, Heart Attack Gun, Invisibility Cloak and other Weird Tech [Dec 8]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14067169/EOW-PROFILE-MAIN_v2_3ttyr3_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Dec 09, 2023
Saturday Dec 09, 2023
Holiday Deal!! Get Rise.TV for $7/month!The infamous Bohemian Grove was infiltrated by an ordinary individual who uploaded the video to TikTok. What did it reveal? Too bad he didn’t have an Invisible Cloak, and yes, it does exist! A Canadian company recently unveiled it, but does it actually work?In other news, Keanu Reeves experienced a break-in at his home, the Pentagon failed its 6th audit in a row, the CIA confirmed the existence of its “heart attack gun”, and governments have been caught spying on citizens through push notifications on smartphones.Join Ben & Rob from Edge of Wonder on this Friday Night Live as they delve into these topics, along with the weekly Mandela Effect, the fan-favorite top 10 weirder news of the week, and their Dig Deep live Q&A, only on Rise.TV.
![Edge of Wonder Live: Real Miracles, Divine Apparitions, Jesus Comes Alive on Cross, & Historical Tales [Dec 5]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14067169/EOW-PROFILE-MAIN_v2_3ttyr3_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Holiday Deal!! Get Rise.TV for $7/month!Witnesses see a divine figure appear above a church—and there’s photo proof. A man watches a statue of Jesus move before his eyes. Historical figures work on themselves to the point of manifesting miraculous powers like levitation. Socrates, Michelangelo, “mad monks,” and more share their enlightened wisdom. Do personal stories of miracles reveal the truth, that there’s more to this universe than what people see with just their eyes? Join Edge of Wonder for real miracle stories and historical tales that will leave you feeling hopeful. See you out on the edge!
![Friday Night Live: Henry Kissinger Dies, Elon Musk’s Controversy, China Deaths & Alex Jones Video Game? [Dec 1]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14067169/EOW-PROFILE-MAIN_v2_3ttyr3_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Dec 02, 2023
Saturday Dec 02, 2023
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Henry Kissinger is dead at 100. Was his legacy one of diplomacy or that of being a warmonger? Elon Musk shared some colorful words during an interview with the New York Times. Alex Jones stars in his own video game, and what is happening in China with recent news of a new epidemic? Will it be a repeat of 2020?
But don’t fear, as always, we bring you a silver lining with our Dig Deep Q&A, Bendela Effect section, and the Weirder News of the week—like the guy who stole 10,000 Krispy Kreme donuts!
Join Ben and Rob for Friday Night Live!
![Edge of Wonder Live: Advertisers Predict the Future? Sudden Twist After CCP Meets CEOs & Top Wackiest Commercials List [Nov 28]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14067169/EOW-PROFILE-MAIN_v2_3ttyr3_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
👉Get Rise TV for 25% off!Xi Jinping met with top US business leaders, and suddenly, many companies pulled advertising from Elon Musk’s X. Was there a connection, or is something deeper going on? Interestingly, despite their meeting, close friendships with the controversial Chinese leader don’t necessarily seem to be in the cards. Are the largest tech companies and biggest businesses in the world actually backing away from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) at full speed? Advertisers can be a good barometer of coming trends, so what did the trends look like in the past—and what can they tell us about what’s coming in the future? Join Ben and Rob from Edge of Wonder for a deep dive into global commerce changes, plus a list of the top wackiest commercials you may have never seen. Looking to learn and laugh? See you out on the edge!
![Friday Night Live: Brain Implants, AI Terminator, ‘Super Pigs’ & Pirates: Weird News [Nov 24th]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/14067169/EOW-PROFILE-MAIN_v2_3ttyr3_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Neuralink wheels out a demo monkey with a brain chip to get new human recruits. The latest AI advancements alarm the world with the threat of a Terminator future. “Super pigs” dubbed “an ecological train wreck” threaten to invade the United States through Canada. Real pirates take over San Francisco Bay. Is the world getting weirder, or are we finally just looking at it with fresh eyes? In this Friday Night Live, join Ben and Rob for Rise.TV-exclusive segments: a Live Q&A and the Top 10 Weirder News of the Week to keep you laughing. See you out on the edge!
![Edge of Wonder Live: Ancient Civilizations’ Secret Physics: Prehistoric Art Shows Plasma & Electric Universe [Nov 21]](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog14067169/9_6__n9hxwg_300x300.png)
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Physicists and art researchers stumble upon an impossible coincidence repeated all over the world. Is plasma proof we live in an electric universe? And did the ancients know the truth about the cosmos millennia before today’s scientists rediscovered it? A protective Assyrian statue is buried for decades to shield it from war. What strange features did it have that point to an advanced past culture? From strange symbols and magic worship to modern morality and inventions, this Edge of Wonder Live will take you on a deep dive nobody else is going on. See you out on the edge!








