
Waywut
by Darrell Holliday
There's Insurance for That!
Ever feel like your insurance company is scamming you? You're probably right. In this episode of Waywut, Darrell and Jason go on a full-blown rant about the confusing, frustrating, and often absurd world of insurance coverage. From real-life homeowners and car insurance nightmares to celebrities insuring their smiles, legs, and butts, this episode explores the bizarre ways people (and companies) try to manage risk—sometimes with ghost policies and alien abduction clauses. 🧾 What you’ll hear: A real rant about being penalized for saving money on homeowners insurance Why some insurers won’t cover properties in “disaster-prone” areas like Texas The outrageous world of celebrity body part insurance Strange but real policies covering ghosts, aliens, kidnapping, and cold feet Fantasy football insurance, kidnap ransom policies, and supernatural coverage How gap insurance at car dealerships works—and why you should avoid it Whether you're into consumer advice, weird facts, or just want to hear two guys roast the entire insurance industry, this episode has it all. 👉 Follow Waywut for weekly episodes covering strange real-life topics, dark humor, consumer traps, and weird history.
What happens when nature stops pretending it’s your friend? In this episode of Waywut, Darrell and Jason dive into the terrifying world of crocodile attacks, including real-life survival stories, outrageous deaths, and the haunting legacy of one of the most infamous crocodiles in history: Gustav. 🐊 Inside this episode: The true story of Gustav, a Nile crocodile blamed for more than 300 deaths in Burundi Why saltwater crocodiles are considered the most dangerous reptiles on Earth A tourist who swam with crocs after watching Crocodile Dundee—and didn’t make it A harrowing 22-hour standoff between survivors and a massive croc in a tree The infamous WWII myth of 500 Japanese soldiers being eaten by crocodiles on Ramree Island—and why it probably didn’t happen A surprisingly passionate rant about death, digestion, and not wanting to become poop This episode blends true survival stories, deadly animal encounters, and Waywut’s signature blend of dark humor, weird history, and existential dread. 👉 Follow Waywut for weekly episodes that explore wild history, deadly creatures, and the kind of stories that make you say… Waywut? 
Cartoon Conspiracy Theories
Are your favorite childhood cartoons hiding dark secrets? In this episode of Waywut, Darrell and Jason break down the most bizarre, disturbing, and mind-blowing cartoon conspiracy theories circulating online—and add a few of their own. From Winnie-the-Pooh characters representing mental health disorders to the theory that Homer Simpson has been in a coma since 1993, and a Scooby-Doo class warfare breakdown that flips the whole show upside down—this episode is packed with nostalgia, psychology, and signature Waywut chaos. 🎨 Inside this episode: Winnie-the-Pooh: ADHD, OCD, depression, and more hidden in the Hundred Acre Wood SpongeBob SquarePants characters as a spectrum of personality disorders The “Homer’s Coma” theory that reinterprets every Simpsons episode after Season 4 Why Wile E. Coyote might be stuck in a surreal purgatory A Marxist breakdown of the Mystery Inc. gang in Scooby-Doo Personal stories of colorblind crayon battles, cartoon censorship, and adult jokes hidden in kid shows Whether you're a cartoon nerd, a conspiracy buff, or just here for the absurd psychology of animated animals, this episode is for you. 👉 Subscribe to Waywut for weekly episodes covering weird pop culture, strange history, dark theories, and offbeat comedy.
Can a lion stop a kidnapping? Can a turtle carry a shipwreck survivor? Can a sea lion rescue someone who jumped off a bridge? In this wild and surprisingly heartwarming episode of Waywut, Jason and Darrell explore real-life stories of animals stepping in at just the right moment—with results that range from heroic to downright bizarre. 🦁 🐢 🦭 Featured stories include: A 12-year-old girl in Ethiopia rescued by a pride of lions A shipwreck survivor who stayed afloat by holding on to a sea turtle A man who jumped from the Golden Gate Bridge—and stayed alive thanks to a sea lion A hiker saved from a mountain lion attack by an unexpected bear Unfiltered rants on nature, survival instincts, geese, pandas, and what we owe the animal kingdom And yes, one infamous dolphin story involving a lot of questionable decisions and a research tank This episode blends wildlife survival stories, animal intelligence, and signature Waywut humor in a way you won’t find anywhere else. 👉 Follow Waywut for weekly episodes about strange history, true events, weird nature, and dark comedy. 
From ancient brewing traditions to chugging competitions, vomit stories, and one of the wildest “hold my beer” moments in history, this episode of Waywut is a no-holds-barred celebration (and roast) of beer culture. Darrell and Jason explore the bizarre rituals, questionable records, and legendary drinkers who’ve helped make beer one of the world’s most beloved—and abused—beverages. 🍺 In this episode: The science and difference between ales, lagers, and beer hybrids The insane true story of Tommy Fitz, a man who stole a plane and landed it in front of a bar… just to win a bet The origins and horror of the Shoey—drinking beer from a sweaty shoe Military beer traditions, party game chaos, and the Beer Mile endurance race Legendary drinkers like Andre the Giant and the guy who chugged a pint in under 2 seconds A completely unnecessary but unforgettable debate: shoey vs. butt chug This is part beer history, part drinking game nightmare, and 100% Waywut. 👉 Follow Waywut for weekly episodes filled with wild stories, weird history, dark humor, and the occasional bad decision. 
Who gets to decide how someone died—and what happens when they get it wrong? In this episode of Waywut, Darrell and Jason explore the shocking flaws in America’s coroner system, where cause-of-death rulings are often made by elected officials with zero medical training. Through two real-life cases that raise serious questions, this episode digs into how politics, conflicts of interest, and sloppy investigations can distort the truth. 🕵️♂️ Featured stories: The suspicious death of Michelle O’Connell, found with her partner’s service weapon in a case full of inconsistencies and ignored evidence The baffling death of Ellen Greenberg, discovered with 20 stab wounds and still ruled non-homicide How coroners are elected, what qualifications they don’t need, and why local control often means zero accountability A satirical take on what would happen if Darrell became coroner—and ran things his way This episode blends true crime analysis, corruption exposé, and dark humor, all wrapped in a way only Waywut can deliver. 👉 Follow Waywut for weekly episodes about weird history, real crime, government fails, and unfiltered deep dives into the strange and disturbing. 
Planning your next trip? You might want to avoid these spots. In this episode of Waywut, Darrell and Jason explore some of the most dangerous, cursed, and straight-up bizarre travel destinations on Earth. From tribal islands that kill on sight, to ghost towns filled with dark energy and alien hotspots in the Mexican desert, this episode is your funny-yet-freaky guide to places that should stay off your bucket list. 🌍 You’ll hear about: North Sentinel Island, home to a protected tribe that violently rejects outsiders The tragic story of John Chau, a missionary who ignored every warning Dudleytown, Connecticut, a haunted ghost town with a dark curse and zero tourism welcome The Zone of Silence, Mexico’s version of the Bermuda Triangle, full of strange magnetic fields, falling rockets, and UFO sightings Alien conspiracies, magnetic anomalies, secret cults, and radioactive centipedes All delivered with Waywut’s signature blend of humor, history, and WTF energy If you love true travel horror stories, weird history, and dark tourism, this episode is a must-listen. 👉 Follow Waywut for weekly episodes covering strange history, cursed places, conspiracy theories, and twisted humor. 
Sinkholes, God's Delete Button
Imagine walking down a road or relaxing at home when all of a sudden the ground beneath you is gone. It may seem farfetched, but Darrell goes over too many instances of this happening. If you are feeling particularly unlucky, listen to this and learn it could be much worse. Imagine being swallowed by the Earth while lying in bed—or falling through a sidewalk straight into a pit full of rats. In this episode of Waywut, Darrell and Jason explore the most shocking and terrifying real-life sinkhole disasters ever recorded. From Florida to Israel, the Bronx to China, this episode dives into the unpredictable power of sinkholes, how they happen, and the tragic, bizarre, and sometimes straight-up horrifying stories of people who didn’t see them coming. 🌍 This episode covers: A man swallowed alive by a sinkhole beneath his bedroom in Florida A pool party in Israel that turned into a real-life disaster A sidewalk collapse in the Bronx that dropped a man into a pit full of live rats A vanishing kayak during a halfway house field trip in Arkansas A child nearly swallowed in a busy Chinese street The science and randomness behind how and why sinkholes form This episode is a wild mix of dark humor, natural horror, and the reminder that sometimes… the ground really does disappear beneath your feet. 👉 Follow Waywut for weekly episodes exploring bizarre true stories, strange science, weird history, and twisted humor. Go check out Excuse Me, That's Illegal show Leroy some love. https://open.spotify.com/show/0Wgi2jEXEyE4RWqPCIfe3m?si=7be68cdc1f854d0c https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/excuse-me-thats-illegal/id1526994548
An Idiot's Guide to Idioms
Ever say “bite the bullet,” “cold turkey,” or “mind your P’s and Q’s” and wonder where the hell that actually came from? In this episode of Waywut, Darrell and Jason take a deep dive into the surprisingly dark and hilarious history behind common idioms—those everyday sayings that don’t make much sense until you learn their origins. 🧠 This episode includes: The disturbing medical history behind bite the bullet What cold turkey has to do with drug withdrawal Why mind your P’s and Q’s might have started in an 18th-century pub The myth behind raining cats and dogs A breakdown of one for the road, show your true colors, and more Along the way, expect all the signature Waywut chaos: truck stop prostate exams, offensive bathroom reviews, and an icy-cold high school debate revenge story. If you love language, history, dark humor, or just weird facts, this one’s for you. 👉 Follow Waywut for weekly episodes exploring strange history, wild trivia, and unfiltered takes you won’t hear anywhere else.
What turns a quiet kid into a killer obsessed with eyeballs? In this dark and disturbing episode of Waywut, Darrell and Jason dive into the twisted backstory of Charles Albright, better known as the Eyeball Killer—a man who terrorized Dallas in the 1990s and left behind a string of brutal murders with one horrifying signature. But this episode goes deeper than the headlines. We explore: Albright’s bizarre childhood, overbearing adoptive mother, and early signs of psychological damage His strange obsession with taxidermy, fake eyeballs, and dead birds with button eyes Forged school records, criminal fraud, and early prison time The psychological roots of serial killer behavior and how his upbringing shaped his crimes A candid breakdown of the true crime genre, including the tropes, the victim narratives, and the moral grey areas It’s part serial killer profile, part media critique, and all Waywut: unfiltered, unsettling, and smarter than your average true crime binge. 👉 Follow for weekly episodes covering dark history, weird psychology, and stories that make you say… Waywut?