And That's Why We Drink
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
BONUS EPISODE: Homicide 360 - 'Where the Truth Lies (Nicole VanderHeyden)'
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
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
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
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
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)
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
E486 Bisexual Muscle Tanks and a Mother Goose Ghost
It’s Episode 486 and the niche jokes are flowing! This week Em takes us to Ireland for the haunted Malahide Castle and its unique ghosts. Then Christine covers the case of the Gemini Twins, who aren’t actually Geminis? And don’t forget to align your chakras and take your meds! …and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes
Listener Stories: Vol. 116
It’s June and Gemini season is officially here so happy birthday to us!! This month Eva has collected a batch of birthday related listener stories for us including a spooky deja vu experience, a birthday trip gone wrong, and a possession at one of our live shows?! And be on the lookout for limbs in various places they shouldn’t be… and that’s why we drink!Want to check out Allison’s new Etsy shop?
E485 A Biblically Accurate Batman and a Birthday Bark Mitzvah
It’s Episode 485 and we’re micro dosing mania because we finally don’t feel like a bruise. This week in celebration of our birthday’s Em covers a ouija board haunting case from Spain - the story of Estefanía Gutiérrez Lázaro aka The Vallecas Case. Then we’re looking to the stars for Christine’s coverage of Serial Killer Astrology. And will you all be the graphing calculators to our hearts? …and th
E484 A Ghost Ensemble and a Witch Magnate
It’s Episode 484 and we’re being haunted by our past selves and future ghosts. Today Em takes us to Illinois for their Part Two on the haunted Egyptian Theatres. Then Christine covers the frustrating case of Athalia Ponsell Lindsley and Francis Bemis, which remains unsolved to this day. And you all better lookout when we get our blackbelts in guitar and jiu-jitsu… and that’s why we drink!If you’re
E483 Caterpillar Surprises and Tamagotchi Funerals
It’s Episode 483 and we’re channeling our inner emo kid today. First Em brings us Part One of the many haunted Egyptian Theatres starting with the one in Boise, Idaho! Then Christine covers the timely case of Tony Parsons, recently featured on Netflix. And maybe next time we’ll catch you at the dog park spelling bee… and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our new Certified Yapper tie
E482 A Haunted Coffee and a Propaganda Theatre - featuring That's Pretty Dark
It's episode 482 and we're joined by our new ParaPods Network besties Kalyn and Christian from the podcast, That's Pretty Dark! First Em tells us some spooky tales from St. Helens, Oregon including the Klondike Tavern. Then we hand the reigns over to Kalyn and Christian to tell us all about a formative movie for Em that was filmed in St. Helens... Halloweentown! Don't miss this deep dive into nost
E481 Pizza Payments and Original Coffee Thoughts
It’s Episode 481 and we’re learning all sorts of new words today! To kick us off Em takes us to Canada for one of their most haunted locations, the Tranquille Sanatorium. Then Christine covers the case of Virginia Russell sent to us by friend and listener Charlie. And join us in wishing Hank a very happy gotcha day! …and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our new Certified Yapper tie
Listener Stories: Vol. 115 featuring. Nichole Bigley
Welcome to May! We’re here with our spring witch, Nichole Bigley from A Psychic's Story on ParaPods! This month we needed Nichole's expertise to help us deep dive into all your submitted angel stories. Y'all really delivered. We loved everything about this journey from guardian assholes to French time slips. And is that Christine inside Nichole's walls?? ...and that's why we drink!Want to hear
E480 Clown Bags and Accidental Witchcraft
It’s Episode 480 and we’re owning our New York Times Bestseller status! Today Em brings us to Michigan for the Allegan County Sheriff’s House & Old Jail Museum and its terrifying mannequins that change themselves. Then Christine brings us a more in depth coverage of a Harry Lacey who she wrote about in A Haunted Road Atlas: Next Stop. And please don’t take your meds with the watercolor water… and
E479 Tonsil Hockey Olympics and Flying Pig Yoga
Welcome to episode 479 where we're closing the loops and learning the difference between hockey at the summer vs winter Olympics AFTER purchasing tickets! First Em brings us hopefully the finale of the Zak Bagans Cinematic Universe series that has been haunting us with part two of the Old Washoe Club. Then Christine brings us another finale in part two of the story of the disappearance of Dorothy
E478 Yesterday's Mail and Salad Days
It's episode 478 and we're looking like yesterday's mail from the good ol' salad days! This week Em takes us west again for the tale of the old Washoe Club. Will we ever leave Nevada? Then Christine covers the fascinating case of Anthony Gignac aka the Prince of Fraud. Christine is SO sorry she skipped over the second part of her series on Dorothy Arnold (she speaks on this in the intro). Dorothy
E477 Rat Directions and Pantsless Ghost Hunts
It’s Episode 477 and we’ve been doing some ADHD Spring cleaning! Today Em brings us a little palette cleanser story with the lore of The Monkey’s Paw, the classic tale from our childhood that we never read. Then Christine covers the deaths of Debby and Mark Constantino, friends of Zak Bagans who we just can’t seem to escape recently. We’ll catch you next time for our totally real and not green scr
Listener Stories: Vol. 114
Welcome to April! Is it too late to pull a prank on everyone and just chat about Tai Chi for the entire episode? This month we're delving into alien and UFO encounters thanks to the suggestion from Patron Taylor, she/her. Join us for a wild and unidentified ride covering everything from unexplained bumps and lights to ominous timetables on West Virginia backroads. We're bringing you otherworldly v
E476 Country Ghost Songs and Produce Shirt Mandela Effects
Episode 476 is here and it’s a double groutfit kind of day! Today Em takes us back to Nevada one last time for Part Three of their story aka Zak Bagans' return to the Goldfield Hotel. Then Christine almost brings us the case of the mysterious non-existent vegetable t-shirts, but actually covers Part One of the disappearance of Dorothy Arnold, a socialite from New York City. And remember to not bre
E475 Adventures in Lunacy and Birthday Butterfly Effects
A quick note! We had a ghost in the system this week that caused some occasional echoed audio moments - we apologize for any of these you may hear during the episode!It’s Episode 475 and we’re taking a trip down memory lane to the Disney and Universal Studios visits of our past! Today Em brings us Part Two of the Goldfield Hotel/The Original 2004 Ghost Adventures Documentary where young Z.B. is ar
E474 Amelia Bedelia Math and Iced Tea Pranks
Episode 474 is here and we’re dreaming about being in a hotel in a booming gold rush town. This week Em takes us to Nevada for Part 1 of the haunted Goldfield Hotel, aka the first place Ghost Adventures ever investigated! Then Christine cracks open our second book, A Haunted Road Atlas: Next Stop, to cover the case of Robert Lee Yates aka the Grocery Bag Killer more in depth. And will someone tell
E473 Phantom Punchlines and a Top Hat Tater
Episode 473 is here and it is bringing the gasps! This week Em brings us to Canada for the tale of Dagg’s Demon/the Dagg Poltergeist, which may be one of the more absurd hauntings we’ve heard in a while! Then Christine covers the disappearance of Matthew Johnson, a case that is still developing right now. And can we bring back good commercial jingles? …and that’s why we drink!Catch our bonus Yappy
E472 Milkshake Tears and a Lego Hair Wig
It’s episode 472 and we’re crying over milkshakes! This week Em covers the wild lore of Scrim the dog from New Orleans aka the Houdini dog. Then Christine revisits an old case covered back in Episode 57 to bring us the updates - the Turpin family. And is that Christine falling asleep again on the podcast? …and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:Scrim at the City Council MeetingScrim’s Jump VideoTurpi
Listener Stories: Vol. 113
It’s March which has us asking at what point do we officially feel like it’s the new year? This month’s theme is full moon stories submitted by Patron, B! From terrifying alien encounters to laughing ghosts these stories truly bring the goosecam. And let us know what your favorite moon phase is! …and that’s why we drink!___________________Help your dog live their best life with high-quality food f
E471 Crop Top Capes and a Beatles Ghost
It’s episode 471 and we’ve got 99 strawblems but a drink ain’t one! Today Em takes us to New England for the Berini Haunting which is surprisingly insidious. Then Christine covers Part 2 of the Todt Family Murders which is just as much of a doozy as promised. And is this the first time we’re genuinely saying “Thanks, Priests”?! …and that’s why we drink!Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on A
E470 Leatha Weatha and Dirty Santa Texts
It’s episode 470 and for the first time ever we’re both drinking tea! Before we crack into this week’s stories, Christine is joined by Taylar from Creeps and Crimes Podcast for a round of ParaPods Network speed dating! Then Em brings us to Vermont for the dark and slightly weird history of the haunted Laurel Hall Mansion. After, Christine covers the intense Part 1 of the Todt Family Murders, a cas
E469 Nostalgic Lip Landlines and Dancing Ghosts
It’s episode 469 and we’re stepping into the fiery spirituality. Today Em takes us back to cowboy country for the haunted Moss Mansion which feels like it was built in the Sims. Then Christine brings us another hotel room mystery with the murder of Artemus Ogletree which leaves us with more questions than answers. And do you think ghosts want the lights on? …and that’s why we drink!Etsy Links:http
E468 MySpace Siren Calls and Sit Down Comedians
Whattup playas? It’s time for episode 468 where this week Em tells us the wild tales of the haunted Old Teller County Jail aka Cripple Creek Jail aka The Outlaws and Lawmen Jail Museum (truly a place of many names!). Then Christine covers the case of Vincent Viafore and Angelika Graswald which leaves us quite frustrated with the justice system. And don’t forget to add us to your MySpace top 8! …an
Listener Stories: Vol. 112 featuring. Aliza Kelly
Happy February Boozers and Shakers! To celebrate this month that’s full of astrological moments we are joined today by the amazing Aliza Kelly. First we share a few listener stories that happened on our birthdays including a haunted house, a true crime, and even a Girl Scout saving a life! Then Aliza shares some insights on our birth charts and us being Gemini birthday twins - which explains the d
E467 Croissant Crop Circles and Thumb Drive Rick Rolls
It’s episode 467 and our brains have left the train station. This week Em takes us to the Czech Republic for the tale of the mysterious Houska Castle aka Hrad Houska and its terrifying “Hole to Hell”. Then Christine covers the unsolved case of the Oslo Plaza Woman aka Jennifer Fairgate and the many conspiracies behind who she was and what happened to her. And can anyone let us know what rockabilly
E466 Haunted Toilets and Frozen Jail
It’s episode 466 and we’d otter be in Fredericksburg. This week we’re headed back to Alaska for Em to tell us about the haunted Alaskan Hotel & Bar. Then Christine dives back in to cover Part Two of the Fort Worth Trio and the many theories as to what happened. And be careful of any ghosts out there looking to tuck you into bed! …and that’s why we drink!
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E465 Non-Parallel Traumas and Neighborhood App Ghosts
One Flurida adventure and several new years eve pooch smooches later we’ve made it to 2026! This week Em kicks off Episode 465 with a double Mary feature, covering two paranormal Mary E. Harts, a.k.a. Midnight Mary and Noontime Mary. Then Christine covers Part 1 of a missing persons case that just passed its 51st anniversary, the Fort Worth Trio. And who’s joining us with our new moto for 2026 of
Listener Stories: Vol. 111
Hey Besties, Boozers and Shakers! We're kicking off the new year with our ParaPods pals Taylar and Morgan of Creeps & Crimes! They're bringing us Jack Frost cocktails aka a Christmas bruise in a cup and stories that may have gotten lost in our inbox but were thankfully sent to C&C as well. Join us this week for some beautifully emotional, festively creepy and borderline disturbing stories from our
E464 Cats at Holidays Parties and Movie Magic Milkshakes
Happy Holidays, Boozers and Shakers! It's episode 464 and, boy, are our arms tired! No, seriously, we're so sorry for the impromptu live show but we needed a little holiday downtime this week. In the meantime, please enjoy our second ever live show at the Hollywood Improv, where we do some cute nervous breathing exercises. First Em dishes on the ghosts of the iconic Hollywood Pantages Theater and
E463 The Santa Dilemma and Our Haunted One-Man Show
Welcome to episode 463 where we’re open to any and all suggestions regarding how to handle the trust issues surrounding Santa! Then we distract ourselves from holiday stressors with Em’s haunted tale of the Dumas Brothel in Butte Montana. Christine covers the absolutely wild case of Erin Patterson and the Mushroom Murders. And please tell us if you can hear the cursed door slamming in the backgrou
E462 Dream Mall Rats and Whistleblowing Dogs
It’s Episode 462 and are you enjoying our latte ASMR? This week Em takes us to Chicago for the Jane Addams Hull-House and the tale of its baby devil hauntings. Then Christine covers the death of Lauren “El” Cho, a case that deserves more coverage than it received at the time. And will someone let us into Mall World for an Auntie Anne’s pretzel please? …and that’s why we drink!
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E461 Houdini Hat Men and Intertwined Ghost Toes
We’re back for another episode of our favorite podcast - ours! Episode 461 is here and today we’ve got a double feature of Arizona stories. First Em covers the spooky hauntings of the Copper Queen Hotel in Bisbee before Christine takes us 4 hours away for the mysterious unsolved disappearance of Daniel Robinson. And is Christine the paranormal genius of our dreams? …and that’s why we drink!
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Listener Stories: Vol. 110 featuring. Sarah Marshall
December is here and we sent a Satan symbol to the clouds to summon the awesome Sarah Marshall to join us for a batch of satanic panic themed listener tales. Today we hear about satanic Pokémon Tazos, panic at the truck stop, hypnosis gone wrong, possible devil worshippers in the woods, and more. And please... keep your frogs away from us… and that’s why we drink!
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E460 Haunting Snap Chats and Screening Calls from Space
Happy long weekend, everyone! It's episode 460 and we're so sorry to report that life got in the way this week so we weren't able to record a new episode. We're going to start building in weeks off so you'll have a heads up when this happens in the future but in the meantime, please enjoy (or skip, that's OK too!) a very late-night, slap-happy live show from our very first time in Houston! Em tell
E459 Radioactive Acorns and Chicken Tricks
PASS the cran… berry? Because it’s Episode 459 and we’re remixing the Thanksgiving song this year. This week Em covers the Kecksburg Incident aka Pennsylvania’s Roswell, a classic UFO story. Then Christine covers the fascinating case of Lawrence Joseph Bader aka John “Fritz” Johnson. And who can settle the debate about what end of the acorn is the tushy? Happy Thanksgiving week! …and that’s why we
E458 Rat Slaps and Sklorching Demons
It’s Episode 458 and are we actually talking to you from the future?! This week Em takes us to London for The Nameless Thing of Berkeley Square, a “vile and phantasmagorical killer from beyond the grave”. Then Christine covers the disappearance of Robert “Bobby” Dunbar, an unfortunate and mysterious case of two missing boys. And if you’re ever sad just remember, maybe you are someone’s neighborhoo
E457 Segway Fun Facts and Inflatable Birthday Tiaras
It’s Episode 457 and we’re wishing Gio a very happy 10th birthday! Today Em brings us to Christine’s hometown for the very haunted Cincinnati Music Hall. Then Christine covers the case of Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee now known as Maureen “Cookie” Rowan as she’s just been identified after 55 years! And please don’t leave your buckets of formaldehyde gel laying around where we can see them… and that
E456 Town Hall Friends and Costume Condom-gate
Happy 456 synchronicity/angel number episode! Since it is forever spooky season in our hearts we’ve got a few more Halloween related stories today. First Em brings us to Nebraska for the terrifying Seven Sisters Road and it’s haunted hijinks. Then Christine covers the unfortunate murder of Chelsea Bruck which leaves us saying words we’ve never said before. And if you’ve got questions that no one’s
Listener Stories: Vol. 109 with Roz Hernandez
Welcome to November, where it's spooky season all year! We're feeling hypnagogic today reviewing your footage and paranormal question submissions with the Haunted Doll herself, Roz Hernandez. We discuss such pressing paranormal issues as ghost farts and smelter energy. We also wonder if we're the ones gaslighting ghosts with our Scooby Doo behavior... and that's why we drink!
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BONUS EPISODE: The History of Queer-Coded Villains with Yvette Gentile and Rasha Pecoraro
Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the gayest of them all? Happy surprise Halloween episode! Today we're joined by sisters Yvette Gentile and Rasha Pecoraro of So Supernatural podcast to dive into the history of queer-coded villains, the Hays Code and our favorite, gay characters across the media landscape before they were legally able to come out of the closet. Representation matters, folks, inclu
E455 Halloween Boy Math and Jerry Springer Ghosts
It’s Episode 455 and we are just fish in a haunted barrel. Today Em brings us to their home state for the 6304 Beryl Road Haunting complete with evil tumbleweeds. Then Christine covers the murder of Sheila von Wiese-Mack which has us breaking out our police lights. And is the Grinch our new Roman Empire? …and that’s why we drink!
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E454 Graveyard Kids and Barney Scandals
It’s Episode 454 and we refuse to be the lid for your candy corn pot. This week Emothy and the Graveyard Kid have teamed up to tell us all about graveyards and the history of various activities that have been done in them. Then Christine was feeling inspired by the Halloween season and brought us a candy crime with the disappearance of Helen Brach, heiress of the Brach candy fortune. And do you wa
E453 Corporate Birthday Winks and Designated Pony Drivers
It’s Episode 453 and it’s time for us to kick off our spooky season! This week we’re headed to Ireland aka the birthplace of Halloween where Em first tells us about one of their most haunted buildings, The Hell Fire Club. Then Christine covers Ireland’s longest missing person case, the disappearance of Mary Boyle and the theories behind what happened. And we’re calling dibs on being the first time
E452 Sleep Paralysis Fashion and Pick Me Ghosts
It’s Episode 452 and today it’s oops! all creeps! Em is joined by Morgan Harris of Creeps & Crimes to bring you an all spooky episode as part of the ParaPods presents: Paraween Invasion of the Host Snatchers extravaganza! First Morgan covers the totally terrifying lore the Hat Man. Then Em brings us to Texas for a haunted hotel that maybe we’ve high fived at in a past life, the Emily Morgan Hotel.
Listener Stories: Vol. 108 (ft. Amanda from Live, Laugh, Larceny)
It’s tiiiimeee to kick off spooky season! Welcome to Paraween: Invasion of the Host Snatchers! Today Christine’s been snatched away and we have guest host Amanda from Live, Laugh, Larceny here with Em to cover a batch of Petty and Paranormal Halloween Crime tales. There’s karate master mishaps in haunted houses, classic dad ghost jokes from beyond the grave, and even a haunted sorority house. And
E451 Labubu Covens and Immortal Butt Portals
It’s Episode 451 and is that Xiinön flying over the Sphinx with a frappuccino?! This week Em brings us the wild story of Ellen Sadler aka the Sleeping Girl of Turville. Then Christine covers the heartbreaking case of Blaze Nathan Bernstein and we have some choice words for anyone targeting queer folks for any reason. And, lastly, can anyone let Em know what savory means? ...and that’s why we drink
E450 Estate Sale Unboxings and Open-Eyed Naps
Welcome to episode 450, where we're getting haunted by Christine's latest estate sale acquisitions. This week Em brings us a South African folklore in the Tokoloshe. Then Christine covers the heartbreaking Tallahassee disappearance and murder of Lori Annalise Paige. And tune into Leona's future podcast to hear more about her open-eyed naps... and that's why we drink!
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E449 Emotionally Damaged Water Bottles and Ghost Marriage Fights - featuring Creeps and Crimes
Besties, Boozers and Shakers! Welcome to our live studio sitcom aka Episode 449, where this week the pod is taken over by our friends and newest ParaPods recruits, Morgan and Taylar from Creeps and Crimes! To celebrate C&C joining the network, we've got a double two-parter extravaganza for everyone. First Morgan covers part one of the Smurl Family Haunting, the inspiration for the newest Conjuring
E448 Swimfluencer Celebrations and Microphone Zits
It's episode 448 and we're here to yap our booties off! This week Em takes us to France for the The Moberly–Jourdain incident aka the Versailles Time Slip. Then Christine covers a case she's been wanting to share since she heard the Dateline podcast series, The Thing About Pam in a Ross Dress for Less, the murder of Betsy Faria. And sound off below on what color gatorade you would want poured over
Listener Stories: Vol. 107
We’re flirting with spooky season because it’s officially Zeptember! And to kick it off right Eva’s collected a terrifying batch of haunted thrift store stories. There’s haunted dolls and clowns, ouija boards, and even an armchair story! And we can all agree that Mary Poppins is a witch, right? ...and that’s why we drink!
P.S. Thank you to Patron Clarissa (She/Her) for submitting this month's the
E447 Home Appliance Hauntings and Narcissists in White
It’s Episode 447 and we’re just trying to feed our air hunger! This week Em brings the gradual gasps with the story of Jan Wolski and the Emilcin Abduction, a famous alien abduction case from Poland. Then Christine covers the tragic case of the Bishop Family Murders where the killer remains at-large to this day. And is anyone else hoping for a Hannah Montana Tour announcement? …and that’s why we d
E446 Erratic Earthquake Cocktails and Ghostly Gay Icons
Grab your favorite mocktails and cocktails because episode 446 is here and Detective Schiefer is on the case. This week Em covers the weird and semi-creepy cryptid Sam the Sandown Clown aka All Colors Sam. Then Christine brings us to Germany for the wildly interesting case of the Phantom of Heilbronn aka the Woman Without a Face. And is it time to bring back “having a beef”? Or is it just “beef”?
Introducing: CONSPIRACY THEORIES, CULTS, AND CRIMES
From Jonestown to Heaven’s Gate, to the Octopus Murders and the Waco Siege, the world is full of deception, manipulation, and destruction. Listen to Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes every Wednesday as we explore the real people at the center of the world’s most shocking secrets and nefarious organizations. Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes is a Crime House Original powered by PAVE Studi
E445 Fish Beneficiaries and Croissant Redemption Societies
Welcome to episode 445, where we discuss helping out Em's mortal enemies... fish. On the paranormal side of things, Em takes us to Old Melbourne Gaol (jail spelled the fun way). Then Christine covers the wild, conflicting case of Jade Janks and Tom Merriman. And can we revisit the idea of Em's psychic abilities? ...and that's why we drink!
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E444 A Long Island Iced Tea Bit and a Kaleidoscope of Jewelry
Welcome to the Imalwayzcrazy444 Episode where we hear some crazy stories from Christine! This week Em takes us to Wales for the very old and haunted Skirrid Inn. Then Christine covers the tragic murder of Sophie Lionnet, an au pair from France. And who’s gonna help us bring back “sending out” for things? …and that’s why we drink!
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E443 A Chicken Run Playlist and a License to Clown - featuring Ladies & Tangents
Welcome to Episode 443’s sleepover with our friends Jeri and Ciara from Ladies & Tangents! You don’t want to be tardy for this party! So grab your coziest blanket and your favorite sleepover snacks and join us for some classic spooky urban legends that we may want to erase from our brains later. And is icing the Zoloft of baked goods? …and that’s why we tangent!
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Listener Stories: Vol. 106
Happy Leo season! This month Eva got Appalachia on the horn for a creepy batch of listener stories from one of Christine’s favorite spooky regions. This month’s haunted tales include some terrifying “not-deer” encounters, mysterious orbs, tales of long lost gold, and even a true crime adjacent story! So buckle up for the paranormal hoopla, and look out for not-a-deer… and that’s why we drink!
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E442 Interdimensional Naps and Synchronicity Seafood Dinners
It’s Episode 442 and we’ve crossed many deserts and come back from the beyond to be here! This week Em takes us to Halifax for the haunted Five Fishermen Restaurant where Christine and Blaise actually had dinner for their first anniversary! Then Christine covers the tragic and disturbing case of Rachel Winkler from California. And remember sometimes the world needs to bend to your will… and that’s
E441 Canada’s Sweetheart and Wingman of the Century
Woo, Yay, Boo! It’s episode 441 and we’re throwing it back to our first live show (and Em’s first time ever) in Canada! This week Em takes us to Deadman’s Island for some spooky encounters. Then Christine gifts Em with the story of the Vancouver Milkshake Murder. Stay tuned to see if Canadian kindness gives Christine’s Midwest politeness a run for its money… and that’s why we drink!
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E440 WeWorking with Ghosts and Devil’s Lettuce Friend Tattoos
It’s Episode 440 and would you look at that fancy new farm artwork Em got? This week for the very first time Em reports to us live from their story location! The most haunted room of the Dunhill Hotel in North Carolina. Then Christine takes us to Florida for the unfortunately still unsolved case of Amy Gellert. And do we need to start a new series of telling stories from haunted locations? …and th
E439 Office Ghosts and Haunted Desk Drinks
Previously on “Blaise’s Office Ghost Situation”… It’s episode 439 and Christine has an update on her haunted house. This week Em takes us down south for the urban legend of Huggin’ Molly. Then Christine covers the heartbreaking case of Jason Corbett. And should we bring back 90’s infomercial products? …and that’s why we drink!
Photo Links: Summon My Owner dog tag by NaughtyEngravers on EtsyMolly
Listener Stories: Vol. 105
Introducing… The concept of July! It’s the first of the month which means another batch of stories submitted by you! Big thanks to Patron Kayla (she/her) for this month's theme of “swimming pool ghosts” which brought us some terrifying pool adjacent tales. So grab your favorite summer drink or FLT (fun little treat) while we crack into these stories. And don’t the let hat man in the pool absolutel
E438 The Mighty S.S. Leona and an Unexpected Pasta Experience
Episode 438 is here? Word, bird. This week Em takes us to Oregon for an undercut indie cryptid favorite, Colossal Claude aka the Columbia Bar Sea Serpent. Then Christine brings us back to Indiana to cover Part 2 of the Delphi Murders case. And stay on the lookout for our series of spooky cryptid kid stories… and that’s why we drink!
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E437 A Crisis Mode Twisted Tea and a Clumsy Guardian Angel
Grab your crisis beverages of choice and join us for Episode 437! This week Em brings us a story that was featured in our first book, A Haunted Road Atlas, the Baleroy Mansion in Pennsylvania. Then Christine covers Part 1 of The Delphi Murders and leaves us impatiently waiting for Part 2! And do you want to play mermaids on Mermaid Lane with us? …and that’s why we drink!
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E436 Mayoral Messages and a Lemonade Haunting
It’s Episode 436 and did we just find another Z.B. with a paranormal gallery? Today Em brings us a lighthearted and silly story with the haunted Dead Presidents Pub in Delaware. Then Christine takes us to Minnesota to cover another MMIP case, the disappearance of Nevaeh Kingbird. And remember friends, you DO have rights and we’ve got some important links below for you! …and that’s why we drink!
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E435 The Schnapps Age and the Little Chicken Man
It’s Episode 435 and our delayed birthday episode!! To celebrate Em brings Christine a story from one of her favorite topics, the UFO abduction of Kristina Florence. Then Christine covers the sad and extremely frustrating case of the murder of Jabez Spann, which remains unsolved to this day. And can anybody tell us, why do dogs hate architecture? …and that’s why we drink!
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E434 A Haunted Pamphlet Collection and the Invention of Forensic Husbandry
It’s Episode 434 and is that a group of shadow people behind Em?! This week Em takes us back to 1600’s England for the Mowing-Devil or Strange News out of Hartford-shire, aka the possible first mention of crop circles? Then Christine covers the sad and unfortunate case of Allison Jackson-Foy and Angela Nobles Rothen from North Carolina. And do you all have any guesses what Leona might get Christin
Listener Stories: Vol. 104
Happy Birthday month to us!! To celebrate we’ve got a batch of super scary listener stories about Massachusetts featuring several haunted college stories, a Febreeze scented ghost, and what may be one of the scariest sleep paralysis demons we’ve ever heard of. Buckle up because it’s a doozy! Thanks to Patron Kristine (she/her) for submitting this month’s topic. And if you need us you can catch us
E433 Tee Shirt Abs and Moving Fonts
For episode 433 we’re taking some post-tour downtime and bringing it back to our Tampa live show from 2019 to kick off hot ghoul summer! First Em brings us an Ybor City two-fer with the ghosts of the Cuban Club and Don Vicente de Ybor Historic Inn. Then Christine covers a collection of the ever-present, ever meme-able “Florida Man” crime stories. And don’t mind us as we silently guffaw at the ghos
E432 A Techno Western Hotel and a Moonlit Bobcat Crime
It's Episode 432 and we’re gonna yap and yap ‘till we don’t give a crap. Today Em brings us right back to Tucson for the haunted Hotel Congress which we just stayed in on tour! Then Christine covers the unfortunate case of Aliza Sherman, which just this month had a breakthrough. And please standby while we patch you through to the newly adopted Hank… and that’s why we drink!
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E431 Mr. Glitter Shoes and a Mystery Vortex
Don’t you swipe! Because Episode 431 is here! This week Em tells us the urban legend and lore of a story that haunted many of our childhoods, The Green Ribbon. Then Christine brings us the sad and extremely frustrating story of Chynelle “Pretty” Lockwood, and shines a light on the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People in the U.S. and Canada. And do these cool 90’s choker necklaces make
E430 Opening Night Haunts and Scamaroonies - Live Show at The Brooklyn Bell House, Brooklyn, NY
It’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 Brooklyn Bridge?? …and that’s why we drink!
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Listener Stories: Vol. 103
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 deal with hotel ice? …and that’s why we drink!
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E429 A Personal Pug Nightmare and a Driving School Lore
** 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 nightmares. Big trigger warning for child/infant death for
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