We Can Be Weirdos

• Cheryl the Queen and Nikki Druce and the Half Ghost Boy

  Cheryl The Queen and Nikki Druce are two incredible people in their own right. You might know Cheryl from “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and “UK vs. the World” and generally being hilarious and being ‘The Queen Of Essex’. And you might know Nikki Druce as ‘London’s Spooky Specialist’. Nikki hosts “Macabre London” and is an expert on Haunted History and True Crime and has so much incredible (and very interesting) knowledge on the subject. Which you’ll definitely hear some of throughout this episode. Together, they make the podcast Killers, Cults and Queens, and they spend their time looking into some of the craziest true crime cases in history, spine-tingling spooky paranormal activities, the weirdest corners of the internet, and the freakiest cults.

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• Myth Sandwich: James Goss and the Acton Hauntings

  James Goss (born 1974) is an English writer and producer renowned for his extensive work in the Doctor Who and Torchwood universes. Initially part of the BBC, he managed the official Doctor Who website from 2000, expanding its scope before transitioning to TV tie‑in media .He wrote multiple Torchwood novels—Almost Perfect, Risk Assessment, First Born—and crafted acclaimed Doctor Who audiobooks and novels, including Dead Air (Best Audiobook 2010), Dead of Winter, and novelisations of Douglas Adams’ scripts like City of Death and The Pirate Planet .

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• Crash Curse: John Green and the Inconvenience of Superstition

  John Green is an American author best known for his young adult novels, including The Fault in Our Stars, Looking for Alaska, and Paper Towns. His work often explores love, loss, and mental health with emotional depth and wit. Green is also a prominent YouTuber, co-creating the educational channel Crash Course and the Vlogbrothers with his brother Hank. He’s an advocate for global health and education through initiatives like Project for Awesome. Known for his thoughtful storytelling and openness about living with OCD, Green has become a major voice in both literature and online media.In this episode of We Can Be Weirdos, the pair discuss the possibility of life outside of earth, the power of influencing football matches with superstitions, the strangeness of human consciousness may affect our belief in the afterlife and the existence of God.You can buy John's books here

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• #98: Lawyer, Doctor or Dead: Sikisa and the Party Ghost

  Sikisa, is a dynamic British stand-up comedian, writer, producer, and qualified immigration lawyer. Born in South London and having spent part of her early life in Barbados, she brings a rich blend of cultural perspectives to her work.Sikisa's comedy often explores themes of race, class, and identity, delivered with an infectious energy and authenticity. Her unique style has earned her appearances on notable TV shows such as "Live at the Apollo," "Jonathan Ross' Comedy Club," and "The Stand Up Sketch Show" . She has also been featured on various radio programs and podcasts, including BBC Radio 4's "Museum of Curiosity" and the "Off Menu" podcast .

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• #97: Ghost in the WiFi: Adam Buxton and the spirit of Blaszabss

  Adam Buxton is a British comedian, writer, podcaster, and actor best known for his work in comedy and broadcasting. He gained prominence in the 1990s as one half of the comedy duo Adam and Joe, alongside Joe Cornish. Their cult TV show The Adam and Joe Show on Channel 4 mixed sketches, pop culture parodies, and homemade creativity, becoming a hit with alternative comedy fans.Buxton is also widely respected for The Adam Buxton Podcast, where he conducts warm, thoughtful, and often humorous interviews with a range of guests, from comedians and musicians to writers and filmmakers. His distinctive style blends genuine curiosity with playful absurdity.Outside of his podcasting and TV work, Buxton has appeared in various acting roles and voice work (including Hot Fuzz, The IT Crowd, and Bug). He is known for his love of music (especially David Bowie), tech, and a strong DIY aesthetic in his creative projects.BUY HIS BOOK: https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/i-love-you-byeee-rambles-on-diy-tv-rockstars-kids-and-mums-adam-buxton?variant=54865015898491

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