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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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E430 Opening Night Haunts and Scamaroonies - Live Show at The Brooklyn Bell House, Brooklyn, NY
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1:06:57It’s Episode 430 and this week we’re throwing it back to our live show at the Brooklyn Bell House back in 2019! First Em kicks us off with the many Ghosts of Broadway. Then Christine covers a doozy of a story with the tale of George C. Parker, the greatest conman in New York City’s history. and does anyone happen to be in the market for the Brookly…
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The rumors are true - it’s May! And this month Eva has brought us a wild batch of true crime themed listener stories. We hear about a garage sleeping future murderer, a connection to a famous true crime case, a Third Man story, and some personal stories to bring in Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness month. And seriously, what’s the de…
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E429 A Personal Pug Nightmare and a Driving School Lore
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2:16:36** Trigger Warning: Child/Infant Death ** It’s Episode 429 and are we well? No! This week Em brings us to the very haunted Cape May, NJ for a quick story on the Hotel Macomber and a couple bonus personal ghost stories. Then Christine covers the absolutely devastating case of the Las Cruces Bowling Massacre, which is truly the stuff of our nightmare…
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E428 A Smuggled Cream Soda and a Vibin' Lady in White
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1:55:05** Trigger Warning: Child/Infant Death ** It’s Episode 428 and we’re off to a better start than usual! This week Em tells us all about one of the last standing landmarks of the Old West, the haunted Hotel Metlen in Montana. Then Christine covers the extremely sad and shocking case of Andrew Bagby, one of the earliest true crime cases she learned ab…
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E427 Chiropractic Adjustments for the Soul and Could-Be-Me Shadow Men
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2:22:40Welcome to ATWWD Presents the Wicked Recap! Just kidding, it’s Episode 427 and this week Em takes us to Iowa for the super haunted Farrar Schoolhouse. Then Christine covers the well known and very upsetting story of Amber Hagerman aka the case that spawned the creation of the AMBER Alert system. And you better believe you’ll catch us messing with t…
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E426 A Big Bi Cup and Christine’s Box of Doom
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2:00:32Episode 426 is here and is foster dog Hank the funniest thing that’s happened on the podcast so far? This week Em brings us the story of the haunted Burlington County Prison and the wild shenanigans that went on there. Then Christine covers the unfortunate case of Hannah Anderson and Jim DiMaggio which leaves us speechless. And if you need us you c…
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Happy April Fools Day! Today Eva has collected a batch of wild, spooky, and trick filled stories for us. Including a fire station ghost, an accidental haunting, a clown in a basement, and some ghostly school kids just to name a few. And will someone jump in clogs and clack their heels for us? …and that’s why we drink! For a list of resources or way…
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E425 Our Pancake Era and Cosmic Sleep Mysteries
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1:59:05It’s Episode 425 and we’ve Ore-gone to Oregon! This week Em brings us the third and final part of the Miracle of Laon aka the Exorcisms of Nicola Aubry, where we have a little Wicked Beelzebub moment. Then Christine brings us some breaking news! with the Aaron Goodwin murder plot, the true crime and paranormal crossover we never expected. And looko…
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E424 Mount Shasta Synchronicities and Beelzebubbe’s Little Matzo Ball
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2:16:39It’s Episode 424 and we’re glowing in the daylight savings lighting. This week Em brings us Part two of the exorcisms of Nicola Aubry where the devil is so camp. Then Christine covers the heartbreaking Part two of Billie-Jo Jenkins’ case. And are we reclaiming ‘manifesto’? …and that’s why we drink! For a list of resources or ways to help those affe…
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E423 Baby Cobra Podcasting and a Goblin Grandfather
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1:59:02It’s Episode 423 and we’re coming to you live through our gamboozler bamdoozit who-whatsit. This week Em brings us another multi-parter with the wild story of the exorcisms of Nicola Aubry aka the Miracle of Laon. Then Christine covers the red flag filled case of Deorr Kunz Jr, an unsolved missing child case from 2012. And does anyone know what the…
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E422 Nostalgic 90's Tarot Cards and A Block Party of Ghosts
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2:04:55It’s Episode 422 and we’ve been Zorg blasted by Zenon. This week Em finishes out Part 2 on The Cage of St Osyth and it's terrifying paranormal happenings. Then Christine covers the haunting case of Alicia Kozakiewicz, the first widely reported Internet-related child abduction. And we’ll catch you next time astral projecting from our dreams… and tha…
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E421 Frenemies in Relaxing and a Mid Nap Yap
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2:11:47Welcome to Episode 421 where all roads lead to the Em-pire. This week we’re headed to England! First for Em’s part 1 on The Cage of St Osyth, a former prison/holding place for many accused of witchcraft in the 1580s. Then Christine kicks of her two-parter on the tragic story of Billie-Jo Jenkins which will have some major plot twists next week! And…
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Get ready to boogie into March with us while we read you a selection of ghostly Listener Stories. From a haunted home built by a criminal, to a dog loving poltergeist, a prankster ghost and some not so friendly/friendly cemetery ghosts, this episode has it all! And we hope the leprechauns bring you all a lucky month filled with positivity... and th…
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E420 Demons with Tongs and the Big Loft in the Sky
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2:31:32It’s Episode 420 and are the vibes weird today or is that just us? This week Em finishes out their two-parter on the Humpty Doo Poltergeist and the wild shenanigans that went on in the house! Then Christine covers the tragic case of Frank McAlister from Redding, California. And don’t tell grandpa he’s alone with a murderer… and that’s why we drink!…
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E419 The Salty Spitoon Sauna and the Bookworm Protocol
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2:19:19It’s Episode 419 and we wanna know how tough are ya? This week Em takes us back to Australia for their most popular poltergeist story, the Humpty Doo Poltergeist. Then Christine covers the not-so cold case of Helene Pruszynski from Colorado. And lookout for random men bringing Fun Little Treats to your door! …and that’s why we drink! For a list of …
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E418 A Labrador Retriever’s Decorating Sensibilities and a Barbed Wire Knitting Circle
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2:10:34It’s episode 418 and we’re passing along our decorative sticks! This week Em takes us to a 1920s potato festival with the Guyra Ghost of Australia. Then Christine covers the wild and tragic case of Patsy Wright. Let’s bring back periscopes in 2025! …and that’s why we drink! For a list of resources or ways to help those affected by the fires in Los …
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E417 Breaking into Wallace and Giving Balloons to Priests
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2:28:32It’s episode 417 and we’re dazzling and disintegrating. This week Em brings us a classic exorcism, the possession of Gina, which aired on 20/20 back in 1991. Then Christine covers one of Vermont’s biggest mysteries, the heartbreaking case of Brianna Maitland. And we’ll catch each other next time breaking through walls in our dreams… and that’s why …
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Listener Stories: Vol. 100! (The Lost 16th Listener’s Episode)
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2:28:32It’s been 100 weeks, no wait.. MONTHS since we started reading listener submitted stories from all you amazing Boozers and Shakers. So to celebrate Eva and the team put together a "Best of" Compilation, including some staff picked favorites from the last 8 years, and boy are they a doozy! So grab your drink of choice and settle in for a wild ride t…
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E416 Em’s Recurring Bit and a Gossipy Tale
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2:27:23It’s episode 416 and the chaotic energy is in the house this week! First Em brings us a long-awaited topic: the Denver Airport Conspiracies, complete with secret bunkers, Greg the Gargoyle, a baggage system from hell, and so much more. Then Christine covers a case that feels like the best kind of gossip, Robert “Bob” Samuels and the Green Widow, wh…
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E415 A Kiss of Silence and a Ghost Who Hates Mansplainers
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1:53:20Happy Concepisode everyone! It’s episode 415 and the 8 year anniversary of And That’s Why We Drink's Conception! This week Em brings us to Florida for the haunted May-Stringer House which has gained the title of Florida’s most haunted home. Then Christine covers the plot twist filled case of Lee Harvey and Tracie Andrews. And don’t forget to catch …
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E414 Flying Foopengerkles and The Art of Yapping
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1:54:16It’s Episode 414 and the butterflies in our stomachs have turned to pterodactyls. This week Em takes us to Kansas for the wild tale of Sinkhole Sam, aka the Kansas Cryptid. Then Christine beings us to South Africa for the horrifying case of Alison Botha who truly is a survivor. And we swear we weren't going to lick the frosting, just look at it wit…
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E413 The Corpse Color Zoom Filter and the Fun Little Treat Lifestyle
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1:52:57It’s Episode 413 and we deserve an FLT today. This week Em brings us a classic cryptid story from South Carolina, the Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp. A 7-foot tall, 3-toed lizard who apparently is obsessed with attacking cars. Then Christine brings us to England for one of the UK’s most notorious female killers, Joanna Dennehy. And maybe you’ll catc…
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Happy New Year Boozers and Shakers! We’ve got an awesome collection of stories that Eva gathered for us to kick in the door to 2025 with today, including fate and guardian angel experiences, interactions with a Domovoy (Russian House Spirit), and a few wholesome third man stories. And should we try the whole trench coat thing? …and that’s why we dr…
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E412 Leona’s Ghost and High Definition Palm Sweat
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1:48:02It’s Episode 412 where all gifts are from Funcle Em! This week Em takes us to Australia for the wild story of the Knowles Family UFO Incident. Then Christine brings us to California for a dark story that will leave your jaw on the floor, the case of Polly Klaas. And will someone let us know where that lady was going?? …and that’s why we drink! The …
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E411 A Chef Boyardee Vape Situation and a Sheepless Shephard
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1:56:23What’s the 411? Episode 411 that is! This week Em is bringing the Christmas creepiness with the tale of Hans Trapp. If you thought Krampus was scary, wait until you hear about this French Christmas character! Then Christine brings us to Cedar Rapids, Iowa for the not so cold case of Michelle Martinko. And who else agrees A Christmas Carol would be …
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E410 The Loose Moose Trio and Mr. I Need a Ride
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2:06:46It’s Episode 410 and we just want to be hot potatoes in a prime nap zone. Today Em brings us the wild hauntings of an elementary school turned steakhouse saloon, the Adobe Deli, formerly the Lewis Flats School in New Mexico. Then Christine brings us the case of Mike Barajas, where the murderer will do anything to get from A to B. And don’t forget t…
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E409 A Traumatic Tern Statue and a Fainting Couch for Two
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2:10:18Thanks for tuning in to 98.ATWWD where Christmastime is here and so is Episode 409. Today Em brings us the story of the haunted Sword Gate House in Charleston. Then Christine covers the heavy case of the murder of Erik Poltorak. And are you all as obsessed with gift wrapping rooms as us? Let us know! …and that’s why we drink! Love our banter and wa…
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E408 A Charles of All Trades and ADHD Funeral Plans
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2:17:37PASS! The Cranberry Sauce, it’s Episode 408 and we are definitely more certain about what a pilgrim is than a mulberry bush. Today Em takes us to Maryland for the haunted Hampton House where the ghosts seem to move themselves in. Then Christine brings us the upsetting and plot twist filled case of Sarah Stern. And to all the Cygnets and Scorpios ou…
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Christmas tiiiiimeeee is hereeee. Happy December everyone! This month Eva has collected an awesome and wild batch of stories for us from SWAT team and police standoffs, to men in the ceiling and grandpas in the floorboards, plus some aeronautical engineer insights into UFOs? It’s a doozy! So may the aliens be friendly when they approach us and chee…
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E407 A Seance Arsonist and Ghosts with Gall
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2:04:33It’s Episode 407 and we’re just skeletons trying our best. This week Em takes us to Mississippi for the wild hauntings of the Cahill Mansion/the Gregory House, which is said to be “a house that has more issues than Vogue”. Then Christine covers the upsetting Part 2 of the Jaycee Lee Dugard kidnapping that just makes us need to say that women are SO…
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E406 A Nap Seance and The Christine Claw™
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1:45:15Episode 406 is here and so is Juniper to take a bite from Christine after her nap. This week Em brings us the history and spooky hauntings of the Griggs Mansion, built by Chauncey Griggs - not to be confused with our SIM Chauncey Bliss. Then Christine kicks off her multi-part story on the kidnapping of Jaycee Lee Dugard, a heartbreaking tale with a…
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E405 Halloween Hangovers and Top Tier Candy Handers
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2:21:32It’s Episode 405 and we need to know how many pieces of candy are in 15lbs worth? This week Em has ruined their algorithm to bring us the wild story of the Dildo Monster aka the Monster of Dildo Pond from Newfoundland. Then Christine takes us to Minnesota for the unfortunate case of the kidnapping of Jacob Wetterling. And have you seen our legs? …a…
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E404 A Spider Problem and a Grumpy Toad
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1:27:15Have you seen our skeleton legs? It’s episode 404 and we’re recapping our Halloweens as homeowners - we swear we give out handfuls of candy not just one piece at a time! This week Em takes us to Yellowstone and the tale of the hauntings of the Old Faithful Inn. Then Christine brings us the second part in her series on the wild story of Victoria Cil…
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Happy November, Boozers and Shakers! Well, happy early November, and while we’re on the topic, please go vote. We literally just Google “how to vote”, “where am I?” and “who am I?” so that should cover all your bases. But onto the stories! This month we have some fun and haunting tales about staircases to nowhere, hospital backrooms, invented crypt…
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Special Episode: 4th Annual Cryptids Unscripted Poetry Slam
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50:16Turn on the goosecam meter and pour one out for Snippy, because MC Hircine Shifter and Lisa Frank’s Muppet are here to read a collection of cryptid poems for our 4th Annual Cryptids Unscripted Poetry Slam! Bigfoot is in his feelings, Sinkole Sam’s sheen is out of this world, and lonely Mothman isn’t the only one whose heart is soft tonight. So don’…
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Playlist of the Dead: An All-Star Halloween Special
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1:12:15Six Strangers. One Cursed Playlist. Ultimate Power—or Certain Death. Drawn by a mysterious letter promising the power to control the dead, six strangers arrive at a hidden location with one task: survive a binge-listening session. Their key to unlocking this dark magic? The Necronomicon iPod, a macabre piece of technology loaded with a supernatural…
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E403 Senior Citizen Energy and a Love Rhombus
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2:02:09A Crime Traveler and a Lady in White walk into the Gallows… It’s Episode 403 and we’re celebrating Halloween in style. This week Em takes us to Pennsylvania for the haunted Cell Block Nightclub. A former prison, current home to four themed bars under one roof. Then Christine postpones her Part 2 to bring us the case of the Trick-Or-Treat Murder of …
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E402 Psoriasistas and Amazon Prime Skydiving
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1:54:57It's Episode 402 and we're throwing a sardine on it to feel something. This week Em is bringing it back to episode 400, but instead of tales of a pasta psychic - they tell us all about the one and only Asparamancer, Jemima Packington! Then Christine covers Part 1 of the shocking case of Victoria Cilliers. And don't forget to take a nap, drink some …
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E401 Demon Water Superpowers and a Pretty Poisoner
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1:52:53Welcome to Episode 400 plus an extra and this week we’re letting Satan take the wheel. Today Em brings us a classic possession that has us saying “Thanks Priests!” with the story of the Possession of Don Decker. Then Christine takes us to Alabama, and all over the U.S., with the topsy-turvy case of Audrey Marie Hilley. And is picture day outdated n…
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E400 Dry Spaghetti Psychics and Gay Gasps
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1:45:09Two books, three pets, one Leona, two houses and one bed frame later we have finally reached Episode 400!! And the spaghetti says we’ll be around for at least 600 more. This week Em brings us a topic almost as wild as pasta psychics with the story of the Dancing Plague of 1518. Then Christine cracks into our newest book for the gayest love story go…
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Cue the spooky intro sounds, October is officially here! And this month Eva has collected the perfect batch of stories to set the mood for our favorite month. From imaginary childhood demon friends, to possible possession, and even a throwback to Eva's April Fool's story these Listener Stories are sure to bring the frights. So grab yourself an FLT …
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E399 Em's Day O' Fun and a Ghost Renovator
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2:38:32It’s Episode 399 and there’s drama in Chair City! Today Em takes us to Massachusetts for the tale of the haunted S.K. Pierce Mansion, complete with a ghost who paints. Then Christine brings us her very first case update (and recap) all the way back from Episode 15 with the story of Gypsy-Rose Blanchard. And have we always been in an apple orchard? …
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E398 A Pink Panther Ghost and The Great Disappointment
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1:52:21It's Episode 398 and we're racing to the grave in a coffin! This week Em brings us a local legend from Maine (perfectly timed for our Portland, Maine live show? We definitely meant to do that) with the tale of the Tomb of Colonel Jonathan Buck. Then Christine tells us the whackadoo story of the Branch Davidians and the Siege of Mount Carmel. And wi…
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E397 A Poultrygeist and an En-gay-gement
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2:01:59Les Go Girls! Episode 397 is here and between engagement excitement and updates on Christine's haunted house this episode is sure to bring the gasps! This week Em takes us to England for the absolutely wild tale of the Ghost of the Frozen Chicken aka The Highgate Hill Chicken. Then Christine finishes up her two-parter on Steven Stayner and the Sigh…
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E396 A Curtain Fiesta and a Ghost's Fan Mail
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1:59:46It's episode 396 and we're just here to get Christine f*cked up in one of the 40 remaining Rainforest Cafes! This week Em brings us a rootin', tootin' good time with the ghosts of the Red Onion Saloon. Then Christine covers part one in her two-part series on the tragic and mindblowing tale of Steven Stayner. And is Christine the best fake geode sal…
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E395 Dessert Waters and Gullah, Gullah Island Medical Degrees
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2:30:46It's Episode 395 and the call is coming from inside the house!! Em's new house that is. This week Em takes us to the Black Forest region of Germany for the exorcism of Gottliebin Dittus. Then Christine covers a case with a lot of mind boggling synchronicities, the disappearance of Molly Bish. And until next week so long, farewell, to you our friend…
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Two neurodivergent podcasters diverged in a wood... Zeptember is here which means it's officially Fall! At least we think it should be. This month Eva dug deep into our inbox to find an a-moose-ing collection of stories about fate, that include love, psychics, disappearing moose loving strangers, and grandparents who are friends in the afterlife! A…
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E394 A Glitching Sim and a Yappy Hour
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1:56:47It's episode 394 so here's your reminder to drink your water, you thirsty little rats and take your meds ya silly little geese! This week Em takes us to Texas for the disturbing case of Black Hope Cemetery. Then Christine covers the absolutely heartbreaking and important case of adorable queer couple Julie Williams and Lollie Winans. And did Christ…
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E393 A Feral Rat Summer and A Trench Coat Full of Snakes
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1:56:57Welcome to episode 393, where we discover Em has broccoli hair! This week Em takes us to Indiana and the spooky Stepp Cemetery. Then Christine covers the wild case of Sally McNeil. And is Christine the new Kevin McAllister? ...and that's why we drink! We're getting so close to our very first live show of our new tour where we explore a brand new ha…
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E392 Rat Girl Summer and Weepy Hollow
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1:58:50It's episode 392 and we're distracted by the stars in your eyes! First Em takes us to the Irma Hotel in Cody, Wyoming, but don't think they didn't do some deep dives on wild west ghosts in general and even potentially found their long-dead soul mate. Then Christine covers the frightening and infuriating case of the disappearance of Heather Teague. …
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