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And That's Why We Drink

And That's Why We Drink

Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz | Para Pods 612 Episodes Sep 20, 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

E499 Symbiotic Snack Partners and Peppermint Pattie Problems (feat. Guest Host Bethany Watson)
E499 Symbiotic Snack Partners and Peppermint Pattie Problems (feat. Guest Host Bethany Watson) Sep 20, 2026 10224 Welcome to another rousing, titillating, & bone-chilling episode of And That’s Why We Drink! Christine couldn’t be here this week, so Em is joined by our very own Jerry O’Connell, the lovely Bethany Watson! Today, Em brings us the Staten Island urban legend of Cropsey, with a little side venture into the deeply upsetting true crime of the Willowbrook State School. Then, in a completely unplanned b
E498 Glossy Grinch Lips and Ghost Escape Rooms
E498 Glossy Grinch Lips and Ghost Escape Rooms Sep 13, 2026 7996 **Content Warning: crimes against children** It’s Episode 498 and we’re feeling like Spongebob in Sandy’s house for the first time. Today Em brings us to Indianapolis for the tale of the haunted Slippery Noodle Inn with its elusive cowboy ghost. Then Christine brings us a heavy and sad story with the case of the Groene Family, which leave us needing a palette cleanser about Leona’s current fashio
E497 An Everlasting Lemon Haunting and a Levitating Glitter Pinecone Phone
E497 An Everlasting Lemon Haunting and a Levitating Glitter Pinecone Phone Sep 6, 2026 6351 It’s Episode 497 and we're sharing some big news in that Christine will be leaving the podcast at the end of October. While this is the very sad end of one era, we're ready to start another with Christine behind the scenes at ParaPods Network and Em behind the mic of ATWWD. We'll continue bringing the haunts year-round as we creep our way into a new, lovely, spooky chapter. And meanwhile we've got
Listener Stories: Vol. 119 (featuring Guest Host Xandy Schiefer)
Listener Stories: Vol. 119 (featuring Guest Host Xandy Schiefer) Sep 1, 2026 3502 Calling all Virgos and September Libras! It’s officially September so we’re remixing it up today with guest host Xandy Schiefer while Em is away. Today Eva collected a batch of classic ghost stories for us which remind us that sometimes the black of night is better than whatever may be calling from the vents, and to not trust the feelings in the fog. And is the purple gorilla Bonsai Buddy the newe
E496 Honeymoon Hamburgers and Whale Princes
E496 Honeymoon Hamburgers and Whale Princes Aug 30, 2026 8042 Hallihallo! It’s Episode 496 and you may not be sad! Today Em brings us a story with several loop-de-loop side quests - the Frontier House and “the Morgan Affair”. Then Christine covers the case of Angela Green, a disappearance that remains unsolved to this day. And don’t forget to marry the waters into your ketchup bottle body… and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:Jenny LindJenny Lind bedsFred Nat
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

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