The Strange South Podcast

By: Patrice Anderson Marleah Blades and Courtney Peppers
  • Summary

  • Patrice Anderson, Marleah Blades, and Courtney Peppers swap unusual, bizarre, creepy, & uniquely Southern stories, personal & historical, from three-legged ghosts to female serial killers & Appalachian UFOs.
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Episodes
  • Episode 170B: Dirt Eaters
    Jan 19 2025

    In this episode, the hosts delve into the unusual trend of purchasing and consuming edible clays available on Amazon, such as Grandma's White Dirt from Georgia. They discuss various types of clay, like kaolin and Fuller's Earth, their uses, industrial applications, and traditional consumption practices for digestive benefits. Additionally, they provide quirky clay recipes and read reviews from avid clay eaters. The conversation then shifts to the topic of pica, a condition where individuals crave and consume non-food items like chalk, ice, soap, and even metal or glass, discussing possible reasons and personal anecdotes.

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    22 mins
  • Episode 170: Dirt Eaters
    Jan 11 2025

    Care for a bit'o'dirt? Patrice, Marleah, and Courtney discuss a bizarre story from Starkville, MS, where people were discovered digging up dirt to eat. They explore the history and cultural significance of geophagy, citing various traditions and the medicinal properties of kaolin clay.

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    28 mins
  • Episode 169B: The Demon Test
    Nov 22 2024

    In this B Side, Patrice, Marleah, and Courtney talk about "evangelist" Bob Larson.of Spiritual Freedom Church. And they take his online quiz from boblarson.org to find out whether they themselves are demons! Are they? Listen to find out!

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    22 mins

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