Strange events plague dairy farms across several states, with cows exhibiting bizarre behavior. The animals inexplicably refuse water, instead consuming their own urine. A farmer seeks help from a special investigator, but their investigation is quickly abandoned due to "bad energy." This unsettling energy appears to emanate from a nearby building adorned with Viking runes. The core issue revolves around the mysterious, invisible force of electrical currents. This episode investigates a decades-old controversy regarding electricity's impact on dairy farms. Producers Matt Kielty and Simon Adler explore this phenomenon in depth. The episode features insights from Dr. Liz Brock and includes various citations for further reading. Listeners are encouraged to sign up for the newsletter and support Radiolab. The podcast is supported by listeners and various foundations. The audience is invited to share their feedback through a survey.