Edge of Wonder

Friday Night Live: A.I. Actors & Robot Companions, Alaska’s Most Famous UFO Encounter & International Propaganda [Nov 17]

Alaska’s most famous UFO encounter happened today in 1986. What did the pilot really see, and was his life in danger? The SAG-AFTRA actors’ strike is over, but concerns over A.I. remain. What did the studios refuse to agree to, and how will it affect performers? The leader of the Chinese Communist Party, Xi Jinping, was welcomed to America for a meeting with President Biden shortly after California Governor Gavin Newsom visited China. What major discussion was left out of their talks—and the newspaper reports—that should’ve been addressed? If Snoop Dogg can finally “give up smoke,” why can’t the CCP give up their human rights abuses? Tune in for this Friday Night Live with metaphysical topics, a live Q&A, and the Top 10 Weirder News of the Week to keep you laughing.

Friday Night Live: Near-Death Visit to Heaven & Hell, CCP Plans World Domination Via Robots, & Weird Viking History [Nov 10]

A woman has a near-death experience and visits heaven and hell. Did she confirm that zombies are real? The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) plans to mass produce human-like robots in its next attempt at world domination. Is the world’s first AI human-robot CEO a taste of what’s to come, or is it just a joke?
New information about Viking history shifts modern perceptions. Were they really backwards barbarians, or actually sophisticated people? Tune in for: a live Q&A and the Top 10 Weirder News of the Week to keep you laughing. The week was long, but Friday means fun: It’s Friday Night Live! Join Ben and Rob out on the edge.Watch on Rise TV

Edge of Wonder Live: World’s Largest Buried Treasure Haul Discovered: Holy Grail of Shipwrecks [Nov 7]

The world’s largest buried treasure haul was discovered, and it’s being called the “Holy Grail of shipwrecks.” Now, there’s an international money grab unfolding over the $20 billion of silver, gold, and jewels expected to be brought to the surface. Will Colombia, the United States, or another party win it all?
Speaking of treasure hauls, Edge of Wonder also uncovered the bizarre, true story of pirates, a buried bounty, a treasure map, and a secret code that will have you questioning whether the Seychelles government knows more than it lets on. Was The Goonies a documentary? Join Ben and Rob out on the edge.

Friday Night Live: Bizarre Storms on Jupiter, Shockingly Intelligent Crows & Other Weird News [Nov 3]

Bizarre storms, impossible geometry, “sprites,” “elves,” and more are photographed on Jupiter. What secrets lie on the massive planet that we don’t fully understand? Animals are being studied for their strange behavior, revealing a shocking level of intelligence that wasn’t previously known. Are crows really as smart as human children? Can rats be trained in remote viewing?
If that weren’t enough, join Edge of Wonder for this Friday Night Live with a live Q&A and the Top 10 Weirder News of the Week to keep you laughing.

Edge of Wonder Live: World’s Most Haunted Village, Phantom “Hat Man” & Addams Family “Thing” Real? Best Ghost Stories [Oct 31]

Britain’s tiny village of Dunster has a castle, pubs—and ghosts! Is it the most haunted village in the world? The phantom “Hat Man” is being spotted around the world more often lately, but is he a traveler across realms, or a malicious specter? Ben and Rob found opposing information and will debate tonight. Tune in to hear Ben’s personal ghost stories about the haunted house he grew up in, his encounter with a real-life Addams Family “Thing,” and more. See you out on the edge!

RISE TV Friday Night Live #120: Antarctica & Moon Hide Ancient Remains, Plus Why the CCP Hates Entertainment: Weird News [Oct 27]

New data shows that the moon is a LOT older than once believed. Conversely, the earth is a lot younger than previously thought. Dropping sea levels expose ancient cave carvings and landscapes never before seen. What ancient remains have been uncovered after being hidden beneath dust and ice for millennia? Speaking of bygone culture, why did the CCP intimidate South Korea into banning a performing arts group and also pressure Apple into strong-arming Jon Stewart? Join Edge of Wonder for a deep dive into ancient history, a live Q&A, the Top 10 Weirder News of the Week, and the answer to the question, “Why does the CCP hate fun?” See you out on the edge!
 
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Edge of Wonder Live #132: Strangest Disappearances: Disturbing Trail Left Behind, Mad Ruler of Egypt & More [Oct 24]

The “Mad Caliph” of Egypt was known for his cruelty, but also his eccentricity. Did Al-Hakim’s disappearance mark the first bad fortune of Friday the 13th? Joan Risch vanished in 1961, leaving behind a trail of blood, a crying baby, and a mystery. Did she fake her own death, start a new life, or get abducted? From famous disappearances to the weirdest ones you’ve never heard before, this Edge of Wonder episode collected the surprising stories of strange disappearances in history.
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RISE TV Friday Night Live #119: Do Quartz Crystals Have Special Properties? Did Aliens Affect the Cold War? Weird News [Oct 20]

Halloween season means Nestle chocolate. But did you know that Nestle is a huge provider of infant formula to entire countries? That is, except for China—because they’re closing their factories that service the nation as Chinese birth rates plummet. What’s really going on in the land of the CCP? Over in America, the Pentagon is receiving dozens of UFO reports every month. What do you think they’re really seeing?
Are reports true about a Cold War UFO cover-up? On this Friday Night Live, Ben and Rob also do a deep dive into quartz crystals. Do they have special properties? Why do people like them so much? Were Atlanteans and ancient civilizations using crystal technology? Join Edge of Wonder for a weekly Mandela Effect, a live Q&A, and the Top 10 Weirder News of the Week to keep you laughing.
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Edge of Wonder Live #131: Creatures of the Night, World’s Oldest Ghost Time Travel Mysteries & Top Halloween World Records [Oct 17]

A time traveler from 1960 appeared in 2006, transported to the future. But even he seemed confused about how he got there. Did Sergei Ponomarenko really enter a time slip? In other spooky events, the world’s oldest ghost has been confirmed. A snake-demon, cursed land, evil spirits, and old bones are just the beginning of this story from Ghost Ranch. Join Ben and Rob for this Edge of Wonder episode to also hear the top Halloween world records about haunted dolls, pumpkins, and more. Ever wondered how to survive a zombie attack? You’ll find out.
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RISE TV Friday Night Live #118: Friday the 13th: Bigfoot Sighted, Ring of Fire in the Sky, Templars & Unlucky History [Oct 13]

Why did the Bigfoot cross the road? Sasquatch was caught on camera hiking up a mountain, flooring viewers and sparking a debate: Is this finally a confirmed Bigfoot sighting or an elaborate hoax? In spooky news, it’s Friday the 13th just before Halloween. On the 716th anniversary of the mass arrest and execution of the Knights Templar in history, hear the superstitions, traditions, and myths around “unlucky” 13. Learn about occult lore, fears gone awry, positive practices, and even a famous miracle that happened on the 13th. Join Ben from Edge of Wonder for this Friday Night Live with a weekly Mandela Effect, Metaphysical Minute, live Q&A, Top 10 Weirder News of the Week, and more.
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