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Frolicking Chronicles

71 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratings

Frolicking Chronicles is a paranormal travel and cocktails podcast with a splash of pop-culture.  Hosted by identical twin sisters Roni Dawson and Tamantha Bowman.  They explore paranormal phenomena while taking you on their adventures. Both ladies are U. S. Coast Guard veterans too. 


Let their conversation consume and intrigue you as not everything they experience is identical like them.  Not only will Roni and Tamantha give you all the details for your next Paranormal adventure like what to bring, what to do and where to stay.  They will engross you in their know-how let’s do this attitude. Fun and light hearted with the perfect amount of sensibility these ladies will entertain you. All the while sharing their own paranormal experiences, fun stories and thoughts on current pop-culture. 


Informative and compelling you will find yourself laughing with them as you sip your favorite cocktail and plan your next paranormal excursion. From lore, movies and a virtual book club there is something for every paranormal desire.


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Haunted Redlands CA The Royal Falconer | Morey Mansion | Barton House | The History of the Haunted House

February 28, 2024 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.7 MB

Redlands is one of our favorite areas to visit. Especially on a sunny crisp SoCal day. One of those charming downtown areas that take you back to the early days of California. The town is full of charming historic Victorian Houses, Brick and Mortar buildings and is known to be full of HAUNTINGS. This episode we're talking all things REDLANDS and what we did in one afternoon. Inland Empress *inspired by a Sunrise Gin & Juice by foodtalkdaily.com 2 oz Empress 1908 gin 4-6 oz FRESH Orange Jui...

The Black Dahlia and Grave Line Tours

February 14, 2024 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

HOLLYWOOD! The land where dreams come true or end in tragedy. We were recently invited to take a tour in a FUNERAL LIMO with Grave Line Tours. We chose to go on their the Black Dahlia experience through Hollywood and Downtown Los Angeles. So join us for this one time TRUE CRIME episode and hear about our PHENOMENAL day with BLAZE. Black Dahlia Cocktail September 18, 2009 The Gallery Bar holds the honor of being the last place that actress Elizabeth Short, also known as “the Black Dahlia,”...

THE GOLDEN TIKI LAS VEGAS NEVADA

January 23, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

What do you know about TIKI? Here's a quick run down of why the TIKI CULTURE exist. Also, what's happening in the Golden Tiki ladies room in Vegas? Virgin Mai Tai by agratefulmeal.com 1 ½ ounces orange juice 1 ½ ounces pineapple juice ½ ounce lime juice ½ ounce orgeat (or ¼ teaspoon almond extract mixed in an additional ½ ounce simple syrup) ½ ounce spiced simple syrup (store bought or homemade syrup) Orange slice and/or fresh mint for garnish(optional) Add the orange, pineapple, and...

OUR MOST HAUNTED EXPERIENCES | PLACES

January 16, 2024 08:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

PARANORMAL TRAVEL; OUR MOST HAUNTED EXPERIENCES  Have you been? Are you going? Have you had similar experiences? DRY DRINKS Lemon Ginger Tea Cappuccino via Tassimo Machine Episode SPONSORED by The Magic Oil Box LLC The Golden Tiki Las Vegas, NV The MOB MUSEUM The Christmas House Rancho Cucamonga, CA The Whaley House Old Town San Diego, CA Tales from the Haunted South by Tiya Miles Cape Charles Museum The Invisible History of African Americans in Cape Charles, VA Star of India Pierre Bia...

NEW YEAR!! MARDI GRAS!! CRYPTIDS!! The Rougarou!! Louisiana's Swamp Beast!!

January 02, 2024 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

The Rougarou Beast of the Louisiana Bayou is a Wolfish Cryptid and my goodness it sounds all together possible for it to exist!! This wolf-like shapeshifter has all the proper makings of a SCARY SWAMP CREATURE to keep us on the Good Side of Humanity!!   And MARDI GRAS!! ARE YOU READY FOR IT?! BE SURE  to download our NOLA PDF via our website: www.frolickingchronicles.com  Youtube Vid Audio/Music Clips: Zydeco Sont Pas Sale (Snap Beans Not Salty) Black Masking Indians: A historical New Orle...

YULE CAT! Spooky lore of Iceland

December 19, 2023 21:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

Have you heard of Iceland's YULE CAT? Krampus isn't the only better behave or else monster in the world. We really had a good time embracing this new monster and all the lore that surrounds this INSANE idea of a kitty cat. For this December episode, we decided to tell you about a non-alcoholic Christmas Punch  by The Mindful Mocktail that Tamantha offers with a FUN twist for your Holiday Guest. Non Alcoholic Christmas Punch 2 cups Cranberry Juice (low sugar is suggested by TMM) 1 cup Oran...

UFO Hunting Sedona AZ w/ Special Guest Eric Dawson

November 21, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

Find out what happens when you go UFO Hunting in Sedona AZ!! As our special guest, Roni's husband, shares his EXPERIENCE. What do you know about Sedona? It's vortex's? We are talking about Higher Vibrations and the supernatural things that go on there... And the connections to Ancient Civilizations and Native Americans. Our Drink of choice tonight: TAZO Prickly Pear Tea and the Prickly Pear Margarita. Ingredients for prickly pear margarita recipe Tequila Blanco Prickly Pear Syrup Lime J...

PSYCHIC BUSTER is our Special Guest for World Mental Health Day

October 10, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

TRIGGER WARNING suicide is mentioned in this episode. If you need help please call or text 988. view988SuicideSigns  988LifeLine.org Recently, we met up with other Creepy Creators and finally got to meet Psychic Buster. We fully engage in a conversation about mental health, autism, adult ADHD and his current show at Bob Baker's Marionette Theater Hallowe'en Spectacular. October 10th is not only our birthday but is WORLD MENTAL HEALTH day. October is also ADHD awareness month. Mental healt...

The Vampire Lestat by Anne Rice Virtual Book Club

October 08, 2023 22:00 - 49 minutes - 34.4 MB

Oh this one has been a long time coming!! We have been reading The Vampire Lestat by Anne Rice for what feels like an eternity. Which is rather fitting actually... We discuss this book and why it is important to read if you're watching AMC+ Interview with the Vampire Series. Included in this episode are clips of interviews of Anne discussing Lestat and Gender identity. We just re-vamped our Virtual Book Club on our website FrolickingChronicles.com to include a monthly pick. I was inspired ...

Merry Mabon! What is that anyway?

September 27, 2023 19:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Happy Autumn Equinox, the day of the year when day and night have equal amounts of time. It is a time to reflect, be grateful and find balance. In this episode we're talking Mabon (Son of Mother). How to celebrate it? Food, flowers, and traditions. Wait? Have we already been doing these things and we just didn't know it? Oh and how about the perfect FALL book read for witches? SLEWFOOT by Brom is a Colonial New England folklore tale that is sure to intrigue you. So light a candle and spe...

A Haunting in Venice and Roni's Séance Experience

September 21, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

Ooh have you seen the movie A Haunting in Venice yet? WE DID! and we must say it is a Cinematic BEAUTY!!  Visually Glorious. Hear what we have to say about it. WARNING, there will be SPOILERS! AND Roni* shares here experience attending "A SEANCE" at The Olde World Emporium with Adela Lavine and Ghost Watch Paranormal. Cocktail the Yellowjacket by  *moodymixologist.com *The Yellowjacket takes those flavors to the next level by replacing some of the honey syrup with the herbal punch of yel...

The Haunted Mansion MOVIE REVIEW and Midsummer Scream Panel

August 27, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

It's not quite Fall, in fact we have about 3.5  more weeks of SUMMER. Although, if you're part of the SPOOKY COMMUNITY it starts after JULY 4th. Interestingly enough we attended the Midsummer Scream 2023 Halloween Convention the same weekend The Haunted Mansion movie opened in theaters. We FINALLY both watched the movie after attending the Midsummer Scream 2023 The Haunted Mansion panel a couple weekends ago in Long Beach, CA. We were pleasantly surprised by some of the Behind The Scenes...

Midsummer Scream 2023 TOP 13 FAV MOMENTS

August 07, 2023 03:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Did you attend Midsummer Scream?! We were so excited we were approved for PRESS PASSES this year and funny enough some of our favorite moments line up while others don't. Tune in to HEAR what made our TOP 13 memorable moments of Midsummer Scream 2023 in Long Beach, California. Did you go this year? What were your favorites? Comment below and let us know. Check out our Midsummer Scream Coverage on instagram @frolickingchronicles YouTube Grimm Life Collective Dancing w/ Bob Gurr Wicker ...

Our HAUNTED HOMETOWN Rancho Cucamonga, CA INLAND EMPIRE

June 09, 2023 23:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Welcome to Rancho Cucamonga, CA where we spent our teenage years. For our Season 3 FINALE episode we decided that we needed to pay a nod to our hometown. We had some bust on this tour but also we had some of the most FUN we've ever had. We talk about the proper annunciation "CUCA" like in cucumber and reminisce about the old vineyards we would walk through.  So much has changed but the haunts are still the same. 1st stop Wine Tasting Joseph Fillipi Winery 2nd Red Hill Park picnic (after ...

Haunted Las Vegas!! Zak Bagans, Pioneer Saloon, & Paranormal Drama/Novellas

May 02, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MB

VIVA LAS VEGAS! Remember that time California had a blizzard? It was the end of February 2023 and it just so happened to be the weekend we planned to investigate The Pioneer Saloon with our friend Paul Roberts from Ghost Watch Paranormal. We made our way safely through the CAJON PASS i15 fwy North by leaving a few hours early. Anyway~ we stayed at the South Point Casino hotel and booked a flash light tour at Zak Bagans Haunted Museum. Our biggest tip is BE FLEXIBLE because our weekend tur...

What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? Virtual Book Club discussion

March 27, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

A chilly book to movie to real life drama. <<Spoiler Alerts>> What Ever Happened to Baby Jane by Henry Farrell We finally finished our second book of the 2023 and we're excited to discuss this haunting novel that became our MOST FAVORITE horror movie. Have you seen the movie? It's an old black and white starring Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. It's FABULOUS! The behind the scenes drama also led to another book Bette & Joan Feud by Shaun Considine This book led to the FX series FEUD, a mus...

The Last of Us

March 16, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

There will be SPOILERS and conflicting opinions. Trigger Alert: This episode talks about suicide briefly in relation to the show. If you need help please reach out and dial 988 Suicide Prevention Hotline 988lifeline.org Can we just talk about all things The Last of Us? Have you been watching this HBO MAX series?  It is based on the action-adventure video game from 2013 by Naughty Dog. We admit we've never played the video games. However, our SPECIAL GUEST has.  In fact they're  the reason ...

PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION Star of India

March 09, 2023 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MB

YES! We finally got to explore and investigate a haunted ghost ship. Thank you to Rhonda and Elizabeth for asking us to join the crew.  It's located in San Diego, CA and we definitely had some activity.  This ship really brought us back to our early Coast Guard seaman days.  It also brings to life a lot of 20,000 leagues Under the Sea by Jules Vern vibes.  You should make a day trip at the very least to explore this maritime museum.  It is historic, grand and all together a sailor's dream....

TWD Let's Talk The Walking Dead

December 02, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

Ummm the show has finally ended  and it's time to reflect on how TWD impacted us as a society. Our husbands join in on the conversation; as we sat on our couches over 11 seasons together many Sunday nights. Don't most couples have a Sunday night show? Paxton and Tamantha even hosted a Sunday night viewing TWD potluck dinner weekly before the show got DULL. Oops did T* say that? Yes she did. But what brought us back into the TWD fold? What were our favorite all time moments? How do we feel ...

Dia de Los Muertos, Spooky Stories w/Special Guest and our DNA reveal

November 25, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB

We're BACK! It's been a minute we know.  Thank you for tuning in and being here. This episode is a little longer and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did recording it. Do you celebrate Dia de Los Muertos? It isn't Mexican Halloween but a CELEBRATION of life.  The life of our loved ones that passed.  With the success of Disney's Coco it's hard not to notice these beautiful decorations along side Halloween decor these days. But what is it exactly? How did it come to be? Especially here in t...

Melrose Abbey and Morticia

October 28, 2022 01:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

“Hearts are wild creatures, that’s why or ribs are cages.” -Morticia Addams Last Saturday night we were invited by our friends from the Graveyard Mafia Hearse Club to attend a private event.  This event was for FUNERAL DIRECTORS at the historic Melrose Abbey Memorial Park located in Anaheim California. This was a pleasant surprise as we were able to walk the grounds, crypts, chapel and basement at night. We met up with our friends Cameron and Dante who escorted us around this spirited plac...

Skinwalker Ranch Navajo Curse Surviving "The Mesa"

October 20, 2022 22:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

What do you know about Skinwalkers?! We are talking cryptids for the very first time on our podcast! Roni* visits the legendary Skinwalker Ranch, well the closest you can legally get to it without trespassing! Located in the Uintah Basin of Utah. A paranormal dwelling of light anomalies, portals, shapeshifters and UFOs. Her family survives "The Mesa"! We are talking about the curse of the Navajo Tribe. A curse that summons, Skinwalkers. Who were once in human form as medicine men, witch do...

NOME, Alaska Aliens

October 14, 2022 03:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

There’s a lot that happens in Alaska. What makes this state so scary and dangerous?We’re talking Alien experiences.  Is Roni more prone to this type of paranormal and strange thing? Deep Space Cocktail cointreau.com 1.5oz Cointreau .5oz Brewed Earl Grey Tea . 5oz Fresh Lemon Juice .25oz Pineapple Juice 2 dashes Aromatic Bitters 2 drops Black Food Coloring 1 pinch  Black Cocktail Shimmer Dust Add all ingredients o a shaker tin w/ice.  Shake and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish wi...

Jordan Monsell Artist, Author, Cosplayer and Paranormal Storyteller

October 06, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MB

Jordan met up with us at the Mystic Museum’s Victorian Parlor Room in Burbank, California.  Once we ate our PORTO’s to go dinner we made some cocktails and took our seats at the table.  PSA: WE DO NOT ENDORSE KIDS PLAYING WITH OUJA BOARDS. ADULTS contact the dead at your own risk. Our topics of discussion: How we met? His talents have no bounds. Ed and Lorraine Warren (Jordan actually heard them speak live when he was in college) The Magic Castle - he’s been, we’ve been and oh we have an e...

Interview with a Vampire Book vs movie and TV SERIES

September 29, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

In anticipation of the TV series coming out and in memory of Anne Rice we decided to re-read The Vampire Chronicles Interview with the Vampire earlier this year. We were heading to New Orleans and felt this would be the perfect Virtual Book Club pick.  Be sure to follow our Instagram account for Book Club announcements. So why not re-watch the 1994 movie too?  Well as you know, the book is not only different but usually always better in most cases.  Anne Rice 1976 novel solidified her stanc...

Season 3 Premiere!!! Interview w/ Paul Roberts of Ghost Watch Paranormal

September 22, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB

CHEERS TO SEASON 3!!!  ( Trigger Warning! Spiritual  Oppression and Suicide is mentioned in this episode, if you or someone you know are experiencing this please reach out to the links below and know you are loved) In todays episode we are interviewing our dear friend Paul Roberts of Ghost Watch Paranormal. We are chatting up about How Paul got skin in the paranormal game! His Haunted Dolls! Creating Mirrors for “Mirror Scrying” something, honestly we are too chicken to do! 😸 And all the b...

NOPE! Movie review raw edit

August 05, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

*NOPE! Have you seen it?  If not...  There will be Spoilers! You have been WARNED! haha   We’re just going for it, no fancy intro or music.  This is just us chatting up the movie and discussing what it meant to us. Enjoy, as we tell you our thoughts on Jordan Peele's latest film. Cocktail selection Four Roses Gentleman Jack Do you like your bourbon or whiskey NEAT or ON THE ROCKS? liquor.com The Flick Chicks Next Best Picture Podcast Sanity at the Movies screenrant.com Check out what ...

BONUS EPISODE w/Adam of Ghost Tour Charleston

July 22, 2022 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

This past Spring  we spent a few days in Charleston, South Carolina.  Have you been? Well if you haven’t, you need to add it to your travel list.  Charleston is full of blissful charm but its DARK HISTORY resonates. Of the three haunting tours we took Ghost Tour Charleston hosted by Adam and found on Airbnb was our FAVORITE! Adam leads you through downtown Charleston telling spooky stories you can fact check.  That was a highlight of his tour but his true talent is his STORY TELLING.  His ...

It’s a Wonderful Life 1946

December 23, 2021 18:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Trigger Warning. Episode does mention Suicide in regards to movie story line. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 It’s a Wonderful Life starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed was not a box office hit.  So how did it become a family tradition over the holiday season? Tamantha’s family has watched this movie annually beginning it Christmas Eve night before bed and finishing it Christmas morning.  If you haven’t watched this film in a while or not at all it’s a bright light amon...

ANGELS

December 16, 2021 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

We’re well into the month of December and are smitten with ANGEL Toppers on Christmas Trees.  How did this tradition start?  Join us as we have a brief discussion about a few facts and theories about angels. Bourbon Pear Spritzer (artfullyallisacom) Ginger Sage Simple Syrup Equal parts sugar water w/5 cubes frozen ginger (found at Trader Joe’s) 4-5 Sage Leaves Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat, until simmering.  Be sure to continually who’s until the sugar is dissolve...

OUR FIRST GHOST INVESTIGATION??

December 10, 2021 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

We were invited to do a paranormal investigation with our friend Louise and her friends.  We rented the Kellogg house on a Saturday night from 8pm -12am. This is a conversation about our experience as beginner investigators.  What TO DO and what NOT to do, and YES we had some ACTIVITY. Santa Ana Heritage Museum OC the Kellogg house. Mr. Kellogg built this Queen Ann era Victorian for his second wife as a wedding gift.  Find out what happened to Sybil because we could not find this story on t...

THE SHINING book vs movie

December 02, 2021 20:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

Basically, Stephen King vs Stanley Kubrick and although the movie is a horror feat we are siding with Stephen here.  We’re going to have some spoilers if you haven’t read the book but THEY’RE worth hearing.  Who’s character was done DIRTY?  Why did the film adaptation differ so much?  You may be surprised just like we were. Did we like the REDRUM cocktail? REDRUM COCKTAIL 2oz Dark Rum 1/2oz Honey Jack 1/4 oz Luxardo liqueur Orange and Cinnamon Stick Zest Luxardo Cherries Muddle cherries i...

SEA MONSTERS and SEA STORIES 20K Leagues Under the Sea

November 18, 2021 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Slight trigger warning.  Rape is briefly mentioned in this episode. In reference to Kirk Douglas and Natalie Woods sister’s book. Have you ever sailed the Seven Seas?  Or seen a live SEA MONSTER? Krakens derive from Greek Mythology and have us mystified.  We venture into the depths of the deep dark abyss ocean telling tales and the fascination with the KRAKEN SEA MONSTER. Having just finished reading 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne written in 1870 Tamantha is fascinated by t...

Once Upon A Time in Hollywood, CULTS and LA PLACES TO EAT

November 11, 2021 15:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

It’s VETERAN’s Day and we’d like to thank our fellow Veterans for their service.  With a special thank you to Brad Pitt for playing a veteran everyone should have as a friend, Cliff Booth World War II Veteran which makes this episode fitting to air today. We do love a good QT film and Once Upon A Time in HOLLYWOOD 2019 did not disappoint.  Oh to be hippies.  Just kidding those F*kn Hippies are not OK! This movie is filled with fun quotes and nostalgic scenes.  Seriously though, this pop cu...

Historic Santa Ana’s Howe-Waffle House and Museum

November 04, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

Come with us on a historic tour of the Howe-Waffle House located in Santa Ana, California.  “Still a cool Santa Ana landmark, just without the waffles.”- Tami M. Zyrsago. Is it haunted? You can be the judge of that since that’s not what they’re selling, even if you caught that YOST Theater episode of Ghost Adventures you may be surprised to know it did not add up. We enjoy a very Victorian flavor in our Rhubarb Bellini’s. 4 oz St Germain Liquor 2 1/2 oz Rhurbard Syrup (T* made it) 4 oz Chi...

Dune Review

October 28, 2021 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

Join us a we give our thoughts on the Newest Sci Fi Epic! DUNE! From the book to David Lynch and now Denis Villeneuve! As we sip on Campari Tonics! Now you can watch Season 2 on Youtube! Be sure to subscribe, comment and review on all our platforms!  Frolick Inc on YouTube View our Campari Tonic Cocktail on:  @ParanomalCocktails on TikTok @Frolickinc on Instagram

Dune 2021 Book vs Movie Review

October 28, 2021 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

We are excited to discuss our thoughts on the Newest EPIC Sci Fi movie DUNE. SPOILER ALERT! We chat about our late night out to the movies and why this book is IMPORTANT. All the while reminiscing about the book, the 1985 film and give you our womanly perspective. Frank Herbert’s book to David Lynch and now Denis Villeneuve! As we sip on Campari Tonics. Campari Tonic 1 part Campari 1 parts Tonic Water Add Campari to glass, fill with ice and top with Tonic Water. Garnish w/dried orange s...

The Conjuring Universe Love and Light what?

October 21, 2021 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

We are enamored with the Conjuring Universe movie franchise and the couple behind the movies.  Being raised Catholic our faith crosses paths with delight in what these movies bring to life. With jump scares, superstition and Jesus winning. Our conversation visits some fun facts about Ed and Lorraine Warren.  But how exactly did Tamantha get a hold of some Vatican Holy Water? Oh and she just happened to attend the Annabell 2 movie premiere as a guest of Stephanie Sigman?  Total name drop. ...

Nightmare on Elm St 1984 FREDDY MONSTER ICON

October 14, 2021 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

One two...we’re coming for you... Are you a 1980’s teenager like us?   We were only 10 years old when the Nightmare franchise began and didn’t watch Wes Craven’s film till 3 years later.  It probably was on HBO or something our Grandma Gay had subscribed to on cable. Anyway, here we are discussing Freddy the monster icon that he is.  1980’s horror and where Roni met Robert Englund out of character.  Oh, and are you familiar with Josh Gates Tonight?  T* is a new fan girl of his. We feel like...

Ghost Stories Night Terrors My husband was burned by a Ghost???

October 07, 2021 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

⚠️ Trigger Warning  this episode mentions Child Abuse and Suicide. Welcome BACK!!! We are kicking off Season 2 with personal Ghost Stories from our past and our moms house in Detroit MI. For the first time on Frolicking Chronicles we are live AND in color! Be sure to check our YouTube channel for our full podcast video. Hot Damn!!! Enjoy this Haunted Mansion inspired Cocktail Empress Leota 1 1/2 oz Empress Purple Gin 1/2 Lemon 1/4 Orange 1/2 oz Honey Syrup Top w/ Soda Water Garnish w/ Or...

Frankenstein aka the Daemon, Wretch, Devil

March 25, 2021 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Who really is the monster in this story? We visit and discuss the frantic tale of Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus written by English author Mary Shelley in 1818. We’re engrossed with revisiting Classic Monsters.  After our Valentine’s Episode #20 titled My Darling Dracula aired  a friend requested that we feature Frankenstein  next.  We were happy to oblige. This horrific tale written by Mary Shelley (original author of Sci-Fi) that pits science and religion against each other.  Her ...

Supernatural Ireland Myths, Legends and Folklore

March 19, 2021 03:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

We’re heading back in time to talk about Roni’s Ireland day trip and the Cranberries concert at Wembley Stadium in 1999.  How do you spend a night, day and mornin’ in Dublin, Ireland?  You definitely don’t want to miss you your ferry. Haunted Castles, Mystical fairies, butterflies, mermaids and the Headless Horseman enchant us in this episode.  Not necessarily in that order, but they all have Ireland in common. It doesn’t get any easier than a green beer or freshly popped can of Guinness f...

Stranger Things Drive-Into Experience LA

March 11, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

We are thrilled to finally discuss the Stranger Things Drive-Into experience in Los Angeles.  As Roni went in Jan 2021 and waited patiently for T to go this past Saturday night. First up, TIP ALERTS if you are planning to attend.  It is running through April 2021. Second, we’re giving you a SPOILER WARNING while we discuss the effortless Rum and Coke or Cuba Libre cocktails. Let the countdown begin because its no holds barred.  We are spilling the tea on our splurgy family night out to L...

St. Patrick’s Day 2021

March 04, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Erin Go Bragh! We’re celebrating our affections for Ireland and our beloved St. Patrick.  Roni tells us of her 15+ year annual open house celebration while we sip on an awe-inspiring green drink. We skipped the Guinness and took it back to T’s Waikiki club days with the infamous Midori Sour. Midori Sour (Three Ingredient) 2oz Midori Liquere 1oz Fresh Lime Juice 1 Raw Egg White (yes we drank it) Shake all ingredients well, to get a nice froth and pour into your favorite cocktail glass. Gar...

Hurray for Hollywood!

February 25, 2021 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Oh how we LOVE Hollywood!  Having grown up not far from La-La Land we have so many fond memories of our beloved movie making town.  In this episode we’re focusing on the The Hollywood Roosevelt, the now TCL Chinese Theaters aka Grauman’s Chinese Theatere and our Oscar party nights.  All while sipping Roni’s cocktail of choice a DIRTY MARTINI! Extra dirty please. DIRTY MARTINI 2 1/2 oz Gin or Vodka 1/2 oz Dry Vermouth 1/2 oz Olive Brine Garnish 2-4 Green Olives Add Gin or Vodka, Dry Vermou...

Hurray for Hollywood and the GHOST that haunt that town

February 25, 2021 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Oh how we LOVE Hollywood!  Having grown up not far from La-La Land we have so many fond memories of our beloved movie making town.  In this episode we’re focusing on the The Hollywood Roosevelt, the now TCL Chinese Theaters aka Grauman’s Chinese Theatere and our Oscar party nights.  All while sipping Roni’s cocktail of choice a DIRTY MARTINI! Extra dirty please. DIRTY MARTINI 2 1/2 oz Gin or Vodka 1/2 oz Dry Vermouth 1/2 oz Olive Brine Garnish 2-4 Green Olives Add Gin or Vodka, Dry Vermou...

Wonder Twin Supernatural Powers Activate

February 18, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a twin?  Or wanted to ask twins a specific question?  Welp, in this episode we’re giving you some hard truths about our psychic abilities, our secret language and a couple of our favorite twin stories.  Oh and it’s MARDI GRAS so we’re enjoying ourselves a HURRICANE cocktail. Hurricane 1oz Dark Rum 1oz Light Run 1oz Grenandine (Pomegranite juice reduced w/sugar) 1oz Passionfruit juice (also reduced w/sugar) 1/2 a Lime Juice Shake over ice and pour...

Wonder Twin Powers Activate

February 18, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a twin?  Or wanted to ask twins a specific question?  Welp, in this episode we’re giving you some hard truths about our psychic abilities, our secret language and a couple of our favorite twin stories.  Oh and it’s MARDI GRAS so we’re enjoying ourselves a HURRICANE cocktail. Hurricane 1oz Dark Rum 1oz Light Run 1oz Grenandine (Pomegranite juice reduced w/sugar) 1oz Passionfruit juice (also reduced w/sugar) 1/2 a Lime Juice Shake over ice and pour...

My Darling Dracula

February 11, 2021 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

It’s almost Valentine’s Day and we’re falling for Dracula.  Say what? Dracula the book written in 1897 by Irish Author Bram Stoker is a Gothic Horror fave.  Although, maybe not for all the reasons one might romanticize.  Our current obsession is a TRUE LOVE story of FRIENDSHIP, LOYALTY and LOVE. Vampire Bite Shots by tipsybartender.com 1 part Coconut Rum, Peach Schnapps and Vodka Shake over ice and strain into shot glass. Splash of grenadine for the finish. Do not be fooled by Hollywood ...

Mardi Gras, Dark Tourism, and our stay at Mrytles Plantation

February 04, 2021 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MB

Happy Mardi Gras!!! We are heading back to NOLA virtually, though our original plan was to be celebrating Tamantha's son Trents 21st Birthday in the French Quarter! Travel plans revised due to Covid. We get into our beloved Louisiana and explore "Dark Tourism" and its popularity among the masses. We are having the conversation about the darkness behind Historic Plantations... We remember all the ones we have visited giving little snipets of what we enjoyed about each one. Focusing on the wor...