The Show

Things Are About To Get Weird is an independent British podcast that dives deep into some of the strangest stories you’re ever likely to hear. Each week, host Chyaz Samuel brings you a brand new tale that will stick with you long after you’ve finished listening: mysterious true crime cases, unsolved mysteries, unexplained phenomena, extraordinary life stories, tales from the paranormal and much, much more. Chyaz tells each story the way it deserves to be told: with care, with clearly cited sources and with a journalistic dedication to the truth. However bizarre that truth may be.

Whether you’re fascinated by strange true crime, dark history or harrowing hauntings, Things Are About To Get Weird is about more than just surface-level spookiness. Chyaz brings a thorough and balanced approach to every episode, with her characteristic warmth woven through each instalment. Created out of a genuine, lifelong love for all-things-unusual, the podcast is the ultimate listen for those intrigued by the weird and wonderful.

With 85+ episodes and a recurring presence on the Spotify UK True Crime Chart, Things Are About To Get Weird has built a loyal audience of curious listeners who come for the strange and stay for the storytelling.

Your Host

Chyaz Samuel

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Chyaz Samuel is a British presenter and podcaster based in the North West. Her lifelong fascination with strange and unusual stories inspired the creation of Things Are About To Get Weird; she wanted to build a space for the tales that don't fit neatly into one category or genre. The show blends together Chyaz's interests in true crime, the paranormal, dark history and unexplained phenomena to create something eclectic, unique and full of heart.

Chyaz handles all aspects of the research, production and presentation of Things Are About To Get Weird, delivering a weekly dose of the strange-but-true to listeners around the world in her characteristically warm and thorough style.

Her perfect Sunday would involve a visit to a haunted castle followed by a drink or two at a spooky old pub.