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And That's Why We Drink

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Murder and the paranormal finally meet! Grab your wine and milkshakes and join us every Sunday for some chilling ghost stories and downright terrifying true crime stories. The world's a scary place. And that's why we drink!

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Episodes

E230 A Cauldron of Mac and Cheese and Sugar Free Gummy Bear Consumption

July 04, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

Let it be known that a man had the audacity for the millionth time and it was only the 1500s... Welcome to episode 230 for something old and something new! First Em covers the Wise Wife of Keith aka Agnes Sampson, an accused witch and healer in North Berwick, Scotland during their infamous witch trials. Then Christine covers the extremely recent kidnapping of Jayme Closs and the piece of trash behind the mask who kidnapped her and killed her parents. Please send Jayme all the love and light ...

Listener Stories: Vol. 57

July 01, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

Hey ghosty pop, we simply can't do this right now! Join us for another rousing set of truly cursed stories sent in by you all. This month we hear from listeners about their haunted hospital elevators, potentially possessed children and absolutely demonic tiny black shoes. We also pitch the new sitcom: Two and a Half Ghosts... and that's why we drink! Please consider supporting the companies that support us! Download the 5 star-rated puzzle game, Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or...

E229 Team Aliens and the Opposite of a Jolly Rancher

June 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 85.7 MB

If there are no flying saucers, then why are you at my house, weirdo?? ...is what we would say to the Men in Black should they come a knockin'. But don't tell them that, because we really don't want to see them in the first place. Welcome to episode 229! Em takes us down under for the Westall UFO sightings at a school in Australia that lands some kids in detention and others permanently disappeared?? #babsforpresident Then Christine bums us out again with the gut-wrenching story of wrongfull...

E228 Goat Cheese Marshmallows and Bougie Gators

June 20, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 84.3 MB

This week we're here to party, y'all! Specifically with the incredible ladies from Sinisterhood! We're so grateful and excited to have Heather and Christie on this week (and to have been on an episode of theirs - check out Sinistershood, episode 142). To wow our guests, Em covers the ankle horney ghosts of the St. Augustine Old Jail and Christine takes us to Houston for the chilling case of the Icebox Murders. We've also got an exclusive scoop on Heather's job and Christie's lobster souffle....

THE OPPORTUNIST SEASON TWO IS AVAILABLE NOW!

June 15, 2021 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.36 MB

Robert Courtney was an upstanding Kansas City pharmacist and family man who was deeply devoted to his church. Courtney owned and operated two pharmacies and was perceived as an innovative businessman. His wealth was apparent to people in Kansas City in the 90’s— he lived in a $700,000 home and collected sports cars. It all came crashing down in 2001 when an oncologist discovered that Courtney had been diluting chemotherapy medications. She tipped off the FBI and the Courtney investigation bec...

E227 The Ghouls Next Door and the Criminal Pickle Barrel

June 13, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MB

What's your go-to ghost move? Ours is just draining everybody dry of their food and drink... Welcome to episode 227, where Em takes us all the way back to, first 2019 and then to year 5, for a good old fashion western saloon haunting, Miss Molly's Hotel in Dallas. Then Christine covers the heartbreaking and creepy disappearance of Kayla Berg. We also cover bladder anxiety, cake babies, and the existential Meighan... and that's why we drink! If you have any information regarding Kayla Berg'...

E226 Poisonous Sharks and the Patchsquatch

June 06, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 108 MB

It's that time of year again... it's our birthdays episode!! And we've come to realize that we are the poisonous sharks that lie in your 30s. Please drink some wine and eat a steak on our behalf. In honor of our twin flames, Em covers a part cryptid, part demon goat creature that's suspiciously similar to Christine, known commonly as America's Hircine Shifter. Then Christine brings us one of the most gruesome and biggest bummers of a story she could have on our birthdays in the Wichita Massa...

Listener Stories: Vol. 56

June 01, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MB

Welcome to Gemini Season and Listener Stories: Vol. 56, boozers and shakers! We're building up the birthday energy and reading all your creepy stories. This month we run quite the gamut with some connections to recent topics, unusual hauntings and birthday themed stories. Thank you for giving us the gift of goose-cam! And that's why we drink! Please consider supporting the companies that support us! Download the 5 star-rated puzzle game, Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google ...

E225 A Baby Barcalounger and the Water Tumbler of Doom

May 30, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 109 MB

It's episode 225, folks, and we've got some personal updates for you! Here are a few clues: Em had their pants down in a murderer's house and Christine had a catastrophe involving a dolphin named Dolph Lundgren and a sizzling laptop. But we mustered through and have some wild stories for you today, both from across the pond. First, Em covers the urban legend, the Black Shuck, which may or may not have creepy fingers. Then Christine brings us Britain's most prolific serial killer, Harold Ship...

E224 The Hogwarts of Prisons and Two Generations of Cringeworthy Screen Names

May 23, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MB

It's episode 224! And the Vaccination Trifecta are finally out of quarantine and visiting family so we're super excited to bring you our very first live show from Christine's home state of Ohio! We had such a blast in Columbus and covered incredible stories: Em took us about an hour down the road to the Mansfield Reformatory. Then Christine takes us 30 minutes in the opposite direction for the intriguing unsolved case of the Circleville Letter Writer. And we won a Webby! We're SO thrilled. T...

E223 Schiefersaurs and Balloonatoons

May 16, 2021 07:00 - 2 hours - 149 MB

Apologies in advance to all the cuttlefish out there... episode 223 takes us into the depths of the sea for Em's story on the legendary Kraken (as well as some wild facts about squids vs octopi) ! Then Christine covers the infamous Unabomber, Ted Kaczynski and creates a word we're never going to stop using now: "balloonatoons". And if you ever wanted to hear our take on Oswald the Octopus, we've got you covered... and that's why we drink! Please consider supporting the companies that suppor...

E222 The Wine Kill Switch and the Paranormal Vagina Monologues

May 09, 2021 07:00 - 2 hours - 127 MB

It's Em's lucky episode 222 and the rumors are true... Christine is with demon! We're dishing all the details on reactions and reliving the wild pregnancy genius that is The Maltese Bagans (created because a certain famed demon hunter yet again did not respond to Christine's pleas). Then Em takes on a story just dripping in ectoplasm from every orifice, the story of medium Eva Carrière (NOT to be confused with our Eva, for reasons that will soon become clear). Afterward, Christine takes us t...

E221 Family Nuts and the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Backrooms

May 02, 2021 07:00 - 2 hours - 110 MB

You asked, Em covered the wrong story, and then we finally delivered... this week on episode 221 Em is officially covering the topic so many of you asked for: the Backrooms Theory. And, wow, is it creepy! From mobile mannequins to death sheep to the currency of boiled almond water, you won't want to miss this wild ride. Then Chrisitne covers a story we can't believe we hadn't heard before: Abraham Shakespeare and his tragic murder over lottery money by Dee Dee Moore. And don't forget to chec...

Listener Stories: Vol. 55

May 01, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

We're back with some traditional (and extremely creepy) listener ghost stories this month, boozers and shakers! Tune in to Listener Stories: Vol. 55 for a terrifying paranormal tunnel, some wild symptoms of exorcisms and to top it all off a ghost that's just super disappointed in you, potentially for playing hoop and stick. Christine also shares a terrifying tale of her own involving lightning and a ghost that traveled with her to a condo... and that's why we drink! Please consider support...

E220 Astrophysics Improv and the Owl Queen

April 25, 2021 07:00 - 2 hours - 116 MB

Did you want to learn science from someone who just learned it yesterday? Well, welcome to episode 220 in which we do our best to understand multiverses, black holes and spaghettification (which we promise is a real term) all because Em researched the wrong topic. But as space lovers we were enthralled with the Back Door Theory, because honestly the idea of being torn apart atom by atom is just as scary as any cryptid. Em promises to bring you the Back Rooms Theory (also not the Back Woods T...

E219 A Paper Mâché Nose Doll and Mothman's Grandchildren

April 18, 2021 07:00 - 2 hours - 139 MB

Get ready because episode 219 is a chatty one! What is a paper mâché nose doll? Who are mothman's grandchildren? We've got wild speculation on both this week and two fascinating topics: First Em takes us back into old school medium territory with the story of Helen Duncan aka Hellish Nell aka Scotland's Last Witch. It involves way more cheesecloth than you think. Then Christine covers the mysterious case of the Somerton Man aka the Tamam Shud case, which involves more secret pockets and ear ...

E218 A Skeleton's Waiting Room and Christine's New Screen Name

April 11, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

Is that the voice of the wise owl in the woods? Is it the ghost of a grandma who wants to cremate her cares? Or is it Chrisitne in her old elementary school play costume trying to infiltrate a secret society? This week on episode 218, Em takes us deep into the Bohemian Grove, an exclusive club and "summer camp for presidents" with some wild allegations attached to it. Then Christine closes out her first two-parter with the conclusion of her story on Richard Ramirez, the "second-hand" nightst...

E217 A Mantis Manifesto and a Serial Killer's Dentist

April 04, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

If you see a praying mantis while listening to this episode, cover it's ears! Because this week in episode 217, Em takes us on a deep and disturbing dive into the world of praying mantis aliens (segoo-ing from the evil dark lord mantis from Laura Clarke's story last week). Then Christine brings us her first two-parter ever with part one of heavy hitter Richard Ramirez. Also, remember to be on the lookout for large bugs in robes... and that's why we drink! Please consider supporting the com...

Listener Stories: Vol. 54

April 01, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

Does this melodious voice sound familiar? Maybe even like it was cursed by a witch in order to achieve paranormal radio stardom? That's right, we have the one and only Terry Carnation from Dark Air as our first, best (and only) guest. He's known by many names and we've heard the moniker Rainn Wilson floating around too but we firmly believe that identity theft is real, so we're hoping the latter isn't a fraudulent imposter. Happy April Fools Day! Don't forget to store your souls (NOT sperm) ...

E216 The Opposite of a Meet Cute and a Half Sister in Space

March 28, 2021 07:00 - 2 hours - 124 MB

Blessings from the satanic praying mantis! It's episode 216 and Em is taking us to space for the wild and disconcerting story of the abductions of Laura Clarke. Then Christine takes us to Cleveland to cover an extremely disturbing case, the case of the Cleveland Strangler Anthony Sowell. We also discuss the recent rise in hate crimes against the AAPI community and the devastating, targeted shootings at spas in Atlanta. We'd like to provide the following resources to help combat hate crimes...

E215 Bigfoot Geometry and Tin Can Fingerprints

March 21, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MB

Today in episode 215, we're tackling the big questions, like is it Bigfoots or Bigfeet? We're taking you back to our live show in Seattle this week where Em covers the most famous cryptid of all, that's right, Washington State Monster himself, Sasquatch! Then Christine brings us the unbelievable story of the kidnapping of local 9-year-old George Weyerhaeuser and the wild logistical choices his kidnappers made. Christine might have also worn Em's underwear in your city, Seattle... and that's ...

E214 Em's Sleep Skin and Christine's Day Skin

March 14, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 86.9 MB

It's episode 214 and you know what that means... a lesson in face washing direct from Em's apartment that didn't have running water at the time of recording! Sit back, relax and let Em regale you with their post-pandemic fashion predictions followed by the creepy and sad story of the Headless Nun of New Brunswick. Then Christine takes us to Fargo to cover the brutal story of the murder of Savanna LaFontaine-Greywind. Christine also exposes us all to art via her trenchcoat... and that's why w...

E213 A Trashy Bunny and the Podcast Built on a Thousand Demons

March 07, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

Excuse me, Spotify? We'd like to submit our podcast for a new category, that will only include us, called "Podcasts Built on a Thousand Demons". We anxiously await your response. In the meantime, Grandpapa Emothy is bringing us a wild haunting from Connecticut in the Trial of Arne Cheyenne Johnson, also known as the "Devil Made Me Do It" case. Then Christine takes us to England for the chilling White House Farm Murders. And in case you've ever asked that age old question, "when will I ever n...

Listener Stories: Vol. 53

March 01, 2021 08:00 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MB

Sit back, relax and enjoy our chill 90s coffee shop vibes this month, boozers and shakers. Let us set the stage: you're walking back to your seat with a scone and a London Fog in hand. Maybe you're wearing a black turtleneck, maybe you're even wearing one of those weird shrunken crinkle shirts that had no right being as popular as they were. You hear the snaps that tell you the last poem is over and a new artist is about to take the mic. You chit chat with the friend you dragged with you for...

E212 Conspiracy Theory Lasagna and the Migraine Episode

February 28, 2021 08:00 - 3 hours - 187 MB

It's episode 212 and we're finally gonna come right out and say it: Q ain't cute, friends! Em rounds out their QAnon trilogy with ways this new movement mirrors cult activity and provides resources for people struggling to leave, help friends and family leave or are dealing with the pain of loving loved ones to Q. Then Christine takes us Down Under for the wildly convoluted and gruesome Snowtown Murders. You might need your bag of booze for this one.. and that's why we drink! Please consid...

E211 The Echelon Twins and a Rotary Butt Dial

February 21, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 148 MB

Welcome to episode 211, where this week we're spreading the bad news so it doesn't turn into worse news... Join us as Em dives even deeper into the world of conspiracy theories for the second part in their series on QAnon. They cover the antisemitism at the root of it, just how people are getting sucked in and the rumors about who could be behind the infamous Q poster. Then Christine takes us back to Psych 101 class with the case that prompted not only the Bystander Effect but the origins of...

THE OPPORTUNIST IS AVAILABLE NOW

February 16, 2021 08:00 - 7 minutes - 7.05 MB

The Opportunist tells true stories of regular people who turn sinister simply by being opportunistic. How does an everyday person turn into a thief, a cult leader, or a scammer? Instead of portraying criminals as distinctly “other,” we explore our similarities and reveal the dark potential lurking inside of all of us. The Opportunist will launch with an episodic series on Sherry Shriner, a midwest mom and life-long church goer turned internet cult leader. The series follows Sherry as she gain...

The Golden Plunger Award and the London Fog Cult

February 14, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 132 MB

Let's plunge into it! Episode 210 celebrates all things lemon and plunger related as we also spill bread crumbs all over the floor... That's because Em is taking us on a very timely journey through the wild web of beliefs of the QAnon conspiracy theory. Then we segoo flawlessly into cult territory as Christine takes us to Antelope, Oregon in the 80s to cover the Rajneesh Movement and their plan to poison an entire town. We also learn how Christine finally made the cut for Hoboken Style, baby!...

E210 The Golden Plunger Award and the London Fog Cult

February 14, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 127 MB

Let's plunge into it! Episode 210 celebrates all things lemon and plunger related as we also spill bread crumbs all over the floor... That's because Em is taking us on a very timely journey through the wild web of beliefs of the QAnon conspiracy theory. Then we segoo flawlessly into cult territory as Christine takes us to Antelope, Oregon in the 80s to cover the Rajneesh Movement and their plan to poison an entire town. We also learn how Christine finally made the cut for Hoboken Style, baby...

A Ghost's Recliner and the PTA of Covens

February 07, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 124 MB

Conjure us up a set of bleachers because we want to cheer on your coven! This week episode 209 takes us first to Arkansas and Em's story on the creepy Bettis House and the rumored legend of the Dog Boy. Then Christine covers an extremely gruesome tale of lesser known serial killer Sean Vincent Gillis, the OTHER Baton Rouge Killer. We also learn what is and isn't Hoboken style, baby! ...and that's why we drink! Please consider supporting the companies that support us!  Use coupon code DRINK fo...

E209 A Ghost's Recliner and the PTA of Covens

February 07, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 118 MB

Conjure us up a set of bleachers because we want to cheer on your coven! This week episode 209 takes us first to Arkansas and Em's story on the creepy Bettis House and the rumored legend of the Dog Boy. Then Christine covers an extremely gruesome tale of lesser known serial killer Sean Vincent Gillis, the OTHER Baton Rouge Killer. We also learn what is and isn't Hoboken style, baby! ...and that's why we drink! Please consider supporting the companies that support us! Use coupon code DRINK f...

Listener Stories: Vol. 52

February 01, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

Happy February! We've got DJ Love and DJ Cupid in the house... but we rewound live radio so we're actually not sure those are the final names we're going with. This month we've got quite the smorgasbord of mind-bending tales, some involving love, some obsession, maybe even a little Bigfoot spoken word poetry in the mix. Definitely make sure you listen to the very end for an especially mind-blowing story. We'll give you a hint, it involves Zak Bagans! It was just a real dealer's choice this m...

Creepy Coats and a Party Lemon

January 31, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 137 MB

Lindas and tigers and bears... oh my! Episode 208 is brought to you by plain water, Em's bougie childhood and Xiinön's birth story. On the paranormal side of things, Em takes us back to the 80s for a UFO sighting from Japan Airlines flight 1628, a plane that was carrying some very Christine-specific cargo. Then Christine covers the dark and controversial case of the murder of Trang Ho by her Harvard roommate Sinedu Tadesse. We also learned a new phrase and it's, "please don't violate our airs...

E208 Creepy Coats and a Party Lemon

January 31, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 131 MB

Lindas and tigers and bears... oh my! Episode 208 is brought to you by plain water, Em's bougie childhood and Xiinön's birth story. On the paranormal side of things, Em takes us back to the 80s for a UFO sighting from Japan Airlines flight 1628, a plane that was carrying some very Christine-specific cargo. Then Christine covers the dark and controversial case of the murder of Trang Ho by her Harvard roommate Sinedu Tadesse. We also learned a new phrase and it's, "please don't violate our air...

The Return of the Plunger Fort and the Paranormal Gossip Mill

January 24, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 139 MB

Welcome to episode 207 where we celebrate our podcast conception and the birth of Em's paranormal tabloid! Em takes us on a salacious journey through the paranormal history of the Cheltenham Ghost. Then Christine covers a cold blooded case with some wild twists and turns in the murder of Betsy Faria. Also, please join us in dismantling the patriarchy one burp at a time... and that's why we drink!  Please consider supporting the companies that support us!  Go to Literati.com/DRINK for 25% OF...

E207 The Return of the Plunger Fort and the Paranormal Gossip Mill

January 24, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 133 MB

Welcome to episode 207 where we celebrate our podcast conception and the birth of Em's paranormal tabloid! Em takes us on a salacious journey through the paranormal history of the Cheltenham Ghost. Then Christine covers a cold blooded case with some wild twists and turns in the murder of Betsy Faria. Also, please join us in dismantling the patriarchy one burp at a time... and that's why we drink! Please consider supporting the companies that support us! Go to Literati.com/DRINK for 25% O...

206: A Vengeful Lady Fish and Biscuits with Bear

January 17, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 117 MB

Welcome to episode 206! This week we learn that hell hath no fury like a vengeful lady fish, or at least someone who's extremely into mermaids. Em covers the paranormal stories of legendary location Pyramid Lake, including the people who have seen the bottom and are too scared to tell us about it. Then Christine covers the chilling story of the Cleveland kidnappings of Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus by true monster Ariel Castro. And don't be surprised if Christine's ...

E206 A Vengeful Lady Fish and Biscuits with Bear

January 17, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

Welcome to episode 206! This week we learn that hell hath no fury like a vengeful lady fish, or at least someone who's extremely into mermaids. Em covers the paranormal stories of legendary location Pyramid Lake, including the people who have seen the bottom and are too scared to tell us about it. Then Christine covers the chilling story of the Cleveland kidnappings of Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus by true monster Ariel Castro. And don't be surprised if Christine's dad tries...

A Vengeful Lady Fish and Biscuits with Bear

January 17, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 117 MB

Welcome to episode 206! This week we learn that hell hath no fury like a vengeful lady fish, or at least someone who's extremely into mermaids. Em covers the paranormal stories of legendary location Pyramid Lake, including the people who have seen the bottom and are too scared to tell us about it. Then Christine covers the chilling story of the Cleveland kidnappings of Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus by true monster Ariel Castro. And don't be surprised if Christine's dad tries ...

205: A Zero Gravity Wine Bra and a Coffee Date with Slender Man

January 10, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 117 MB

Be careful with your bread this year, everyone! It's episode 205 and we're already worried about what we could manifest even with just sandwich predictions. Speaking of predictions, this week Em covers all the times the TV show The Simpsons predicted the future, and how the writers just might be time-traveling mathematicians. Then Christine covers the story of Mexican human rights activist Miriam Rodríguez Martínez and how she tracked down her daughter’s killers all on her own. Also...

E205 A Zero Gravity Wine Bra and a Coffee Date with Slender Man

January 10, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 110 MB

Be careful with your bread this year, everyone! It's episode 205 and we're already worried about what we could manifest even with just sandwich predictions. Speaking of predictions, this week Em covers all the times the TV show The Simpsons predicted the future, and how the writers just might be time-traveling mathematicians. Then Christine covers the story of Mexican human rights activist Miriam Rodríguez Martínez and how she tracked down her daughter’s killers all on her own. Also, why did...

A Zero Gravity Wine Bra and a Coffee Date with Slender Man

January 10, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 117 MB

Be careful with your bread this year, everyone! It's episode 205 and we're already worried about what we could manifest even with just sandwich predictions. Speaking of predictions, this week Em covers all the times the TV show The Simpsons predicted the future, and how the writers just might be time-traveling mathematicians. Then Christine covers the story of Mexican human rights activist Miriam Rodríguez Martínez and how she tracked down her daughter’s killers all on her own. Also, why did ...

204: This Year's Sandwich Predictions and the Old Synaprague

January 03, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 134 MB

Happy 2021 and episode 204! Christine has already met her quota of songs sung to Em, but don't worry she has more. This week we're starting the new year with a bang as Em brings us the story of the Golem, straight out of Jewish folklore. Then Christine covers heavy hitter Son of Sam and throws Em back to stories Linda told of living in the area Son of Sam terrorized. We also speculate on the horrors of Fantasia and we, like Golem the Pokemon, would also like one hundred candies in o...

This Year's Sandwich Predictions and the Old Synaprague

January 03, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 134 MB

Happy 2021 and episode 204! Christine has already met her quota of songs sung to Em, but don't worry she has more. This week we're starting the new year with a bang as Em brings us the story of the Golem, straight out of Jewish folklore. Then Christine covers heavy hitter Son of Sam and throws Em back to stories Linda told of living in the area Son of Sam terrorized. We also speculate on the horrors of Fantasia and we, like Golem the Pokemon, would also like one hundred candies in order to ev...

E204 This Year's Sandwich Predictions and the Old Synaprague

January 03, 2021 08:00 - 2 hours - 131 MB

Happy 2021 and episode 204! Christine has already met her quota of songs sung to Em, but don't worry she has more. This week we're starting the new year with a bang as Em brings us the story of the Golem, straight out of Jewish folklore. Then Christine covers heavy hitter Son of Sam and throws Em back to stories Linda told of living in the area Son of Sam terrorized. We also speculate on the horrors of Fantasia and we, like Golem the Pokemon, would also like one hundred candies in order to e...

Listener Stories: Vol. 51

January 01, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

Welcome to 2021! We're only predicting sandwiches this time around. We decided to scale down our manifesting this year and just focus on food... remember when we learned the history of the word "quarantine" mere weeks before the epidemic hit. Yikes! We're just so glad to be here in the new year with you all and reading your creepy stories. This month Em dubs the theme "poop your pants" scary. We've got an equal split of wild paranormal stories and true crime connections, like the truth behin...

203: The Abdominal Snowman and Christmas on an Embered Ash

December 27, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 93 MB

Christmastime is here! It's episode 203 and our official holiday episode so whether you celebrate with Elf on a Shelf, Mensch on a Bench, Krampus on the Mantle or Caillou in the Bayou, we're here to bring you some festive cheer! Em takes us into the wintery snowbanks to cover the history of the Yeti, then Christine covers the Christmas crimes of lone outsider Dewey Sham aka the Santa Clause Burglaries. Em also declares Christine dangerously good at bamboozling... and that's why we d...

E203 The Abdominal Snowman and Christmas on an Embered Ash

December 27, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

Christmastime is here! It's episode 203 and our official holiday episode so whether you celebrate with Elf on a Shelf, Mensch on a Bench, Krampus on the Mantle or Caillou in the Bayou, we're here to bring you some festive cheer! Em takes us into the wintery snowbanks to cover the history of the Yeti, then Christine covers the Christmas crimes of lone outsider Dewey Sham aka the Santa Clause Burglaries. Em also declares Christine dangerously good at bamboozling... and that's why we drink! P...

The Abdominal Snowman and Christmas on an Embered Ash

December 27, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MB

Christmastime is here! It's episode 203 and our official holiday episode so whether you celebrate with Elf on a Shelf, Mensch on a Bench, Krampus on the Mantle or Caillou in the Bayou, we're here to bring you some festive cheer! Em takes us into the wintery snowbanks to cover the history of the Yeti, then Christine covers the Christmas crimes of lone outsider Dewey Sham aka the Santa Clause Burglaries. Em also declares Christine dangerously good at bamboozling... and that's why we drink!  Pl...

202: Spiritualist Chippendales and the Murder Situation Show

December 20, 2020 08:00 - 3 hours - 206 MB

Would we want to have our pants unbuttoned in a dark wardrobe by a bunch of spiritualists? We ponder this and many more hard hitting questions this week as Em brings us back to the booming age of American Spiritualism with the story of the Davenport Brothers and their tricky wardrobe. Then Christine takes us to 1996 and Christmas day in Boulder, Colorado for, you guessed it, the notorious JonBenét Ramsey case! Our orthopedic slippers are off on this one, so buckle up for all of our ...

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