Very Special Episodes
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<p>On the Very Special Episodes podcast, we tell one incredible story each week. Stranger-than-fiction tales about normal people in extraordinary situations. Stories that make you say, “this should be a movie.” Follow Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, and Jason English down a different rabbit hole every Wednesday.</p>
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Recent Episodes
May 20, 2026
The Mysterious Death of Andy the Sneaker-Wearing Goose [Re-Release]
Host Dana Schwartz explores the enduring mystery and impact of Andy the sneaker-wearing goose's death in Hastings, Nebraska.
May 13, 2026
Dock Ellis: High and Outside
Host Zaron Burnett explores Dock Ellis's journey of redemption and purpose beyond his legendary LSD no-hitter.
May 6, 2026
The Family Who Vanished Into Siberia for Over 40 Years
<p>In 1978, Soviet geologists flying over Siberia spotted something impossible: a family living in total isolation, untouched for decades by the modern world. But when outsiders finally reached their remote cabin, the family’s hidden world began to change forever.</p> <p>*</p> <p>Special thanks to <strong>Rebecca E. Marshall</strong> for letting us share clips from her documentary, <strong><a href="https://www.dearfuturefilms.com/the-forest-in-me">The Forest in Me</a></strong>. We also want to shout out the film's composer, <strong>Xylouris White</strong>. You can stream The Forest in Me right now on <a href="https://mubi.com/en/us/films/the-forest-in-me">MUBI</a>.</p> <p>*</p> <p>Hosted by Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, and Jason English<br>Written by Dave Roos<br>Senior Producer is Josh Fisher<br>Editing and Sound Design by Chris Childs<br>Additional Editing by Mary Dooe<br>Mixing and Mastering by Chris Childs<br>Voice Actors are Katie Mattie and Chris Childs<br>Original Music by Elise McCoy<br>Show Logo by Lucy Quintanilla<br>Executive Producer is Jason English</p> <p>Got a very special question? You can reach us at <a href="mailto:veryspecialepisodes@gmail.com">veryspecialepisodes@gmail.com</a>.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
86 total episodes available with 82 transcripts
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- What is Very Special Episodes?
<p>On the Very Special Episodes podcast, we tell one incredible story each week. Stranger-than-fiction tales about normal people in extraordinary situations. Stories that make you say, “this should be a movie.” Follow Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, and Jason English down a different rabbit hole every Wednesday.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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