Jon Solo's Messed Up Origins™ Podcast

Every week, we explore the origins of your favorite myths, folklore, fairy tales, and stories from pop culture. From Little Red Riding Hood cannibalizing her grandmother to Zeus' hundredth love affair, nothing is off limits! Sorry for ruining your childhood!

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Recent Episodes
  • The Messed Up Mythology of THE MONKEY ZODIAC
    Jun 6, 2025 – 14:02
  • The Legendary Mothman and the Evolution of Folklore - Jack Daly
    May 30, 2025 – 01:57:01
  • The Legend of the KAPPA: Butt-Loving Demon of Japan
    May 23, 2025 – 15:55
  • The Messed Up Origins of Sleeping Beauty (REVISITED!)
    May 16, 2025 – 20:35
  • The Monkey King Sent Me a PRESENT?!
    May 9, 2025 – 08:44
  • The Messed Up Iron Giant SEQUEL No One Talks About
    May 2, 2025 – 34:03
  • Snow White (2025) is Pure Garbage
    Apr 25, 2025 – 22:16
  • The Messed Up Mythology of the GOAT Zodiac
    Apr 11, 2025 – 13:22
  • The Messed Up Origins of Humpty Dumpty
    Mar 28, 2025 – 16:31
  • The VERY Messed Up Origins of Snow White
    Mar 21, 2025 – 18:32
  • The Messed Up Astrology of THE HORSE ZODIAC
    Mar 14, 2025 – 11:45
  • The Messed Up SEQUEL to The Wizard of Oz
    Feb 28, 2025 – 27:53
  • The Messed Up Birth of EVERY Olympian God
    Feb 14, 2025 – 36:36
  • The Messed Up Mythology of THE SNAKE ZODIAC
    Jan 31, 2025 – 11:58
  • The Messed Up Origins of The Chinese Zodiac
    Jan 24, 2025 – 21:57
  • Sleepless Nights, Torn Tendons, and a Dragon Baby: 2025 Update!
    Jan 17, 2025 – 12:00
  • The Messed Up Origins of GRYLA, Child Devouring Christmas Witch
    Dec 30, 2024 – 16:34
  • The Messed Up Origins of GARGOYLES
    Dec 13, 2024 – 20:18
  • I Was Ready to Hate Wicked
    Dec 6, 2024 – 12:42
  • The Horrific Accidents from The Wizard of Oz's Disastrous Production
    Dec 2, 2024 – 19:07
  • The Messed Up Origins of The Wizard of Oz
    Nov 25, 2024 – 47:44
  • The VERY Messed Up Origins of Moana (UNCUT!)
    Nov 8, 2024 – 39:19
  • The VERY Messed Up Origins of Sweeney Todd (UNCUT EDITION!)
    Nov 6, 2024 – 57:08
  • The VERY Messed Up Origins of THE RED SPOT
    Oct 25, 2024 – 22:05
  • The VERY Messed Up Origins of THE HOOK
    Oct 11, 2024 – 23:59
  • The Messed Up Origins of ALL of Loki's Children
    Oct 1, 2024 – 50:15
  • I've Been Keeping a Secret... (MAJOR Life + Channel Update)
    Sep 27, 2024 – 22:00
  • Mortals Who Became GODS
    Sep 20, 2024 – 22:12
  • The Messed Up Origins of The Monkey King (Part 1)
    Aug 30, 2024 – 19:46
  • The Messed Up Origins of DISNEY MOVIES!
    Aug 16, 2024 – 15:00
  • The BRUTAL Way Sinners Were PUNISHED by the Greek Gods
    Aug 9, 2024 – 11:13
  • The COMPLETE Mythology of Apophis: Destroyer of Worlds
    Aug 2, 2024 – 14:43
  • The DEADLIEST Yokai in Japanese Mythology
    Jul 26, 2024 – 19:17
  • OBSCURE Greek Gods You've NEVER Heard Of
    Jul 19, 2024 – 17:21
  • Bad Tuesday: The BANNED Chapter of Mary Poppins
    Jul 15, 2024 – 21:34
  • The Messed Up Origins of Yankee Doodle
    Jul 5, 2024 – 17:30
  • The Messed Up Origins of Uncle Sam
    Jun 28, 2024 – 16:36
  • The VERY Messed Up Origins of Matilda
    Jun 21, 2024 – 43:31
  • The VERY Messed Up Mythology of SET, God of CHAOS
    May 31, 2024 – 19:36
  • The Messed Up Origins of DISNEY MOVIES! | Compilation #5
    May 24, 2024 – 15:07
  • The Messed Up Origins of MELINOE, Goddess of Ghosts
    May 17, 2024 – 13:58
  • The Messed Up Origins of RAIDEN (Raijin), God of Thunder
    May 14, 2024 – 18:32
  • The Most DISTURBING Monsters of Native American Folklore
    May 3, 2024 – 14:27
  • The Messed Up Origins of THE NORNS
    Apr 26, 2024 – 15:19
  • The VERY Messed Up Origins of The Sandman
    Apr 19, 2024 – 15:00
  • The Messed Up Mythology of EVERY Astrology Sign
    Apr 12, 2024 – 01:19:32
  • The Messed Up Origins of KRATOS: God of Strength vs the Ghost of Sparta
    Apr 5, 2024 – 16:26
  • The Messed Up Origins of KITSUNES
    Mar 29, 2024 – 23:04
  • More Creatures from Celtic Folklore to Give You Nightmares
    Mar 22, 2024 – 16:10
  • The VERY Messed Up Mythology of Horus, The Chosen One of Egyptian Mythology
    Mar 15, 2024 – 19:34
Recent Reviews
  • KumanU01
    Chill guy
    I'll be waiting every week for a new episode.
  • WarDragonQueen
    So Darn Good
    So good! I love it because I am obsessed with mythology and Percy Jackson so I loved that he did a break down in that so any way best podcast in the world
  • Azur flame
    Xavier Powell
    The best history podcast I’ve ever heard.
  • Broski Doski
    I fricking love this guy
    I laugh so hard at every joke and love how awesome he is, and I right when I think he can’t get any more awesome he makes an adventure time reference.
  • Use it all the time!!!
    ❤️❤️
    I often listen to this to help calm me down when getting anxious or to help me unwind.
  • Nicknameyomama
    It’s Jon solo
    It’s Jon solo what else is there to say.
  • PubicAroma
    I love some good Lore
    Solo cup for life.
  • VederoKing
    5/5, 10/10
    Hilarious, they’re so fun to listen to and relisten to. The jokes hit every time
  • BigB2010$$
    Just what I want
    I’ve been looking for something like this for years but never really found anything like it and when my dad showed me it I immediately loved it and he told me about Jon solo thank you for your podcast keep it up
  • rose szurek
    🎥
    Been watching and listening for years
  • Ragnar-11/20
    Solo Cup Fam!!
    Been listening to Mr. Solo for a couple years now & I absolutely love being able to listen to him on here! Didn’t think it would be possible to capture the recipe with just audio but Jon has blown us away! Keep up the amazing work!
  • matt2chew
    Educational and fun
    Educational and funny if only school was this much fun. I’m glad I found his podcast and YouTube channel. I really enjoy learning the history of stories and myths.
  • Tae141
    Amazing podcast
    love the podcasts so much
  • Alhumaidawi
    😉
    Lit 5 stars all around
  • NickiF731
    I’m so excited!!
    I’ve been watching on YouTube for a long time and have been waiting for the podcast!! So so excited for this! Will be binging!
  • ShaiRenee'
    Perfect
    I have followed your show ever since I can remember. Informative, fun to listen to and non biased. One of the best people to learn from. I have never wanted my childhood ruined as much as I do now with the knowledge yu drop every week. Thanks for that 😂
  • Mumu1785
    Calming and informative
    Excited to hear your soothing and informative voice on a podcast setting! Pleased!
  • Lovvvvveeeeee
    Yes!
    I get to finally listen to my favorite storyteller on podcast. Thank you and congratulations on expanding your brand.
  • coolgirl 14
    Awesome Story’s
    I love your cool myths and messed up origins they are so amazing. I love Jon solo for a long time and every each story is so wonderful listen to
  • Talya Devorah
    Long time fan
    Long time fan, excited about this new podcast venture. Even my kids love listening during road trips.
  • Misu dani614
    Love ❤️
    So happy I can now.listen to messed up orgins when I'm.at work
  • JustWoodyMusic
    LOVE THIS
    Been watching for a while now. Love the idea of me being able to listen on the move and go back over some stories I’ve not heard in a while. Love the content man. 🔥
  • Tjones720
    This man the goat
    I have been watching his videos for years. I love how he provides interesting facts about characters that I did not know. He provides amazing content.
  • MsPuffnStuff
    #SoloCupNation
    We love Jon in this house and now there’s a podcast?! Just what I needed! Thanx Jon!
  • JiselaG
    I love this man!
    I’ve watched Jon Solo on YouTube since he first started yearrrrsss ago and I’ve loved every messed up origins since. This was my first experience with the podcast and he did not disappoint! Always doing thorough research and giving out information for FREE! I love this content.
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