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And That's Why We Drink

And That's Why We Drink

Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz | Para Pods 612 Episodes Aug 23, 2026

A true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by Christine Schiefer and Em Schulz. Each episode features a chilling ghost story and a terrifying true crime case, paired with wine and milkshakes. The show aims to explore the scary side of the world with a blend of humor and horror.

Episodes

E495 Triple Trampoline Entendres and Juniper Hauntings
E495 Triple Trampoline Entendres and Juniper Hauntings Aug 23, 2026 6860 It's Episode 495 and we’re here to get funky! Today Em brings us a collection of haunted fast food restaurants which has us practicing our diner slang. Then Christine covers Part Two of The University of Idaho Murders. And can anyone tell us if this is a chicken nugget? …and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starti
E494 The Butt Curtain Speakeasy and the Batman Hatman
E494 The Butt Curtain Speakeasy and the Batman Hatman Aug 16, 2026 6209 Grab your drink of choice and meet us at our brand new industrial chic Eating Haüs for Episode 494! Today Em tells us about the haunted Fess Hotel aka The Great Dane Pub & Brewing where the ghosts need to get a grip. Then Christine dives into Part One of The Idaho College Murders, leaving us on the edge of our seats but at least knowing the dog was unharmed. And let us know if you’d like to join a
E493 Wiffle Ball Whimsy and Tastebud Tickling Treats (featuring Guest Host Bethany Watson)
E493 Wiffle Ball Whimsy and Tastebud Tickling Treats (featuring Guest Host Bethany Watson) Aug 9, 2026 7633 It’s Episode 493 and today Em is joined by guest host and longtime friend, Bethany Watson! First Em covers the tales of Frano Selak the “luckiest man”, though some may say the unluckiest. Then Bethany cracks into a maritime mystery with the story of the disappearance of El Fausto. And who else wants to let out a big satisfied sigh after drinking something delicious? …and that’s why we drink!Want t
E492 Peanut Butter Relationships and Bagel Traumas
E492 Peanut Butter Relationships and Bagel Traumas Aug 2, 2026 5549 Episode 492 is here and we’re being haunted by Zak Bagans' Rose song. This week Em tells us the story of the Princess Theatre in Melbourne, Australia with its friendly ghost actor. Then Christine covers a doozy of a case, the murders of Chad Choice and J.C. Levassar. And will someone get Hell on the horn so Em can be Mayor? …and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper
Listener Stories: Vol. 118 featuring. Amy Bruni
Listener Stories: Vol. 118 featuring. Amy Bruni Aug 1, 2026 4368 August is here and we’ve manifested an amazing guest to join us for a batch of Estes Method stories. Host of one of our favorite shows, Kindred Spirits, and Haunted Road Podcast - Amy Bruni! In between tales of flirty ghosts in Gettysburg and homophobic spirits in Waverly Hills, we hear some wild stories from Amy’s investigations and share a few of our own. And will someone tell the raccoons to st
E491 Medical Melodrama and a Shark Shanctuary
E491 Medical Melodrama and a Shark Shanctuary Jul 26, 2026 6944 Lucky Episode number 491 is here and we’re blaming the worms for our tummy troubles. Today Em tells us the spooky story of the Olive Hill Poltergeist and its wild paranormal activity. Then Christine covers the mystery of the Yuba County Five, which leaves us with more questions than answers. And does anyone even say “cell phone” anymore? …and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:The Yuba County FiveWan
BONUS EPISODE: Homicide 360 - 'Where the Truth Lies (Nicole VanderHeyden)'
BONUS EPISODE: Homicide 360 - 'Where the Truth Lies (Nicole VanderHeyden)' Jul 24, 2026 3593 We’re excited to introduce an episode of Homicide 360, the new podcast from the hosts and creators of Anatomy of Murder.  A young woman is found brutally murdered. All signs point to her live in boyfriend. Would they prove to be evidence of guilt or just wrong turns? Homicide 360 is an evidence-led true crime podcast that focuses on the experiences of victims and survivors. Anna-Sigga Nicol
E490 Reverse Victorian Child Trauma and Skeleton Touching Collaborations
E490 Reverse Victorian Child Trauma and Skeleton Touching Collaborations Jul 19, 2026 5877 We’re here, we’re queer, we’re both wearing tie dye and it’s Episode 490! Today Em brings us a short but spooky story about the Buena Vista Cemetery & Hunter Steakhouse. Then Christine covers the murder of Jody Loomis, a decades long cold case that was finally solved. And will someone let us know why there’s always a Walter among us? …and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:Hunter’s Steakhouse ghostJo
E489 Cartwheel Trauma and an Oenophile Ghost
E489 Cartwheel Trauma and an Oenophile Ghost Jul 12, 2026 6993 Tally Ho everyone! Episode 489 is here! This week Em takes us to Delaware for the history of the haunted Woodburn Mansion and its wine loving ghosts. Then Christine covers the story of Bella in the Wych Elm, an unsolved mystery she’s been wanting to cover for years. And if any of our future nurses are listening, give it a play for us! …and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:Original Bella in the Wych
Listener Stories: Vol. 117 featuring. For Better And Worse
Listener Stories: Vol. 117 featuring. For Better And Worse Jul 1, 2026 6065 July is here and we are turning warts into wine with our ParaPods Network pals Rach and Jeri from the podcast For Better and Worse! Today we're sharing a batch of wild and slightly terrifying stories about skeptic partners, featuring bedside EMF detectors, ghost fingerprints, several woman spirits that will haunt our dreams, and even one encounter that left a skeptic with a whole new perspective o
E488 The Esophagus Woes and a Hatchet Granny
E488 The Esophagus Woes and a Hatchet Granny Jun 28, 2026 7943 It’s Episode 488 and no one is appreciating Chattanooga Choo Choo like we are. Today Em covers the haunted Hotel Holly in Michigan and its ghost dog named Leona! Then Christine covers serial killer Gerard Schaefer which has us communally sighing in frustration. And will we ever be able to make MacGALver happen? …and that’s why we drink!**One quick note! Next week there will be no main episode on S
E487 A Non-Squatting Sasquatch and Skreeonk Facts (featuring Guest Host Steven Ray Morris)
E487 A Non-Squatting Sasquatch and Skreeonk Facts (featuring Guest Host Steven Ray Morris) Jun 21, 2026 5703 It’s Episode 487 and today Em is joined by guest host Steven Ray Morris while Christine is away! To kick us off Em tells us the lore of the Buena Park Monster (aka Buena Foot), a sewer dwelling sasquatch near Knotts Berry Farm. Then Steven brings us a creature related crime story with the tale of the Bone Wars aka the feud between Edward Drinker Cope and Othniel Charles Marsh, truly a tale for the

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