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And That's Why We Drink
Hosted by Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz | Para Pods · EN
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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BONUS EPISODE: The History of Queer-Coded Villains with Yvette Gentile and Rasha Pecoraro
Oct 3101:40:06Summary readyMirror, 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, including Christine's newly uncovered obsession with the Grinch. We love gay Halloween, what do you mean you're going as Luke the Halloweentown goblin before he magically turned cute... and that's why we drink! Check out the Buzzfeed listicle Christine mentions here to help get you in the Halloween spirit: https://www.buzzfeed.com/samstryker/all-the-disney-villains-ranked-from-least-gay-to-most-gay Check out Yvette and Rasha on So Supernatural dropping spooky episodes every week on all your favorite listening platforms! They’re also @ywblend and @rashapecoraro on Instagram and yvetteandrasha.com online! Find your scent soulmate today and get up to 60% off at http://microperfumes.com/drink Use code DRINK at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Cool Gloss with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryE455 Halloween Boy Math and Jerry Springer Ghosts
Oct 2602:19:10Summary readyIt’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 Shelia 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! Get a free 30-day trial of our Yappy Hours on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/3L28lDw when you subscribe this month! Or subscribe on Patreon: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast Grab your Paraween merch at atwwdmerch.com !___________________Go to http://quince.com/drink for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Go to http://hellofresh.com/drink10fm now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to http://rocketmoney.com/drink For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to http://smalls.com/DRINK If you think you or someone you know might be struggling with OCD, please don’t wait to get help. Go to https://learn.nocd.com/ATTWD and book a free call with their team to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryE454 Graveyard Kids and Barney Scandals
Oct 1902:10:36Summary readyIt’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 want to join our spooky cemetery book club? ...and that’s why we drink! Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast Grab your Paraween merch at atwwdmerch.com !___________________Grab Freaky Good Cider from Angry Orchard at http://angryorchard.com/halloween – and while you’re there, watch the new Jason vignette, “Sweet Revenge” and shop the collab merch! Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to http://rocketmoney.com/drink today. Ready to say yes to saying no? Make the switch at http://www.mintmobile.com/ATWWD ou can save on the perfect gift that keeps on giving by visiting https://AuraFrames.com For a limited time, listeners can get 20 dollars off their best-selling Carver Mat frame with code DRINK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryE453 Corporate Birthday Winks and Designated Pony Drivers
Oct 1202:16:18Summary readyIt’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 travel bloggers when it finally exists! …and that’s why we drink! Photo Links:The Hell Fire ClubOld Mickey Mouse MasksMary Boyle Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast Grab your Paraween merch at atwwdmerch.com !___________________Learn more at http://chime.com/drink For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to http://hungryroot.com/drink and use code DRINK Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://Zocdoc.com/DRINK to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. If you think you or someone you know might be struggling with OCD, please don’t wait to get help. Go to https://learn.nocd.com/ATWWD and book a free call with their team to learn more. Go to helixsleep.com/drink for 27% Off Sitewide! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryE452 Sleep Paralysis Fashion and Pick Me Ghosts
Oct 501:57:02Summary readyIt’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. And who thinks we need a dog cam in the corner? …and that’s why we drink!To hear more from Morgan check out her podcast Creeps & Crimes https://creepsandcrimespodcast.com/ !Grab your Paraween merch at http://atwwdmerch.com !_________________________________Visit http://cornbreadhemp.com/drink and use code DRINK at checkout for 30% off your first order!For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to http://nutrafol.com and enter the promo code DRINKFor a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to http://smalls.com/DRINK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryListener Stories: Vol. 108 (ft. Amanda from Live, Laugh, Larceny)
Oct 101:20:09Summary readyIt’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 can anyone tell us where to find friends? or bush suits? …and that’s why we drink! To hear more from Amanda check out her podcast Live, Laugh, Larceny! Grab your Paraween merch at atwwdmerch.com ! October is here and as a Halloween treat you can get a 30-day free trial of our Apple Plus subscription. That trial unlocks exclusive bonus content on And That's Why We Drink, so grab it while it lasts!___________________ For And That’s Why We Drink listeners, Cure is offering 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best by visiting http://curehydration.com/drink and using promo code drink at checkout. If you think you or someone you know might be struggling with OCD, please don’t wait to get help. Go to https://learn.nocd.com/ATTWD and book a free call with their team to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryE451 Labubu Covens and Immortal Butt Portals
Sep 2802:59:10Summary readyIt’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! Photo Links:Blaze Nathan Bernstein Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast___________________Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to http://RocketMoney.com/drink today. Grab Freaky Good Cider from Angry Orchard at http://angryorchard.com/halloween – and while you’re there, watch the new Jason vignette, “Sweet Revenge” and shop the collab merch! For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to http://hungryroot.com/drinkand use code DRINK Go to http://quince.com/drink for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. If you think you or someone you know might be struggling with OCD, please don’t wait to get help. Go to https://learn.nocd.com/ATTWDand book a free call with their team to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryE450 Estate Sale Unboxings and Open-Eyed Naps
Sep 2101:26:39Summary readyWelcome 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 Analise Page. And tune into Leona's future podcast to hear more about her open-eyed naps... and that's why we drink! Right now, And That’s Why We Drink listeners can save 30% on their first order of Cornbread Hemp! Just head to cornbreadhemp.com/DRINK and use code DRINK at checkout. Quit stalling and start saving when you make the switch to Mint Mobile. Shop plans at MINTMOBILE.com/ATWWD. The best way to cook just got better. Go to HelloFresh.com/DRINK10FM now to get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryE449 Emotionally Damaged Water Bottles and Ghost Marriage Fights - featuring Creeps and Crimes
Sep 1402:42:52Summary readyBesties, 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 movie. Then Taylar dives into part one of the Dartmouth Murders aka a tragic case involving the murders of Susanne and Half Zantop, professors leading the loveliest of cozy, accomplished lives. And is this the full circle fangirl moment of our podcasting dreams? …and that’s why we creep! P.S. Catch Em and Christine covering part two of both stories on Creeps and Crimes, releasing on their feed this Thursday!! Photo Links:The Smurl Family and their homeSusanne and Half ZantopThe Zantop’s Home Want to hear more from Creeps and Crimes? Check them out wherever you get your podcasts or at @creepsandcrimespodcast on FB/IG or @creepsandcrimes on TikTok ! Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast___________________Go to https://Hungryroot.com/drink , code drink to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life. To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to http://nakedwines.com/DRINK and use code DRINK for both the code AND PASSWORD. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to http://rocketmoney.com/drink Get 25% Off @goPure with code DRINK at http://gopure.com #goPurepod If you think you or someone you know might be struggling with OCD, please don’t wait to get help. Go to https://learn.nocd.com/ATTWD and book a free call with their team to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryE448 Swimfluencer Celebrations and Microphone Zits
Sep 702:47:04Summary readyIt'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 your head if you were a sports celebrity (aka an athlete)... and that's why we drink! For And That’s Why We Drink listeners, Cure is offering 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best by visiting http://curehydration.com/drink and using promo code drink at checkout. Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to http://zocdoc.com/drink to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Visit http://cornbreadhemp.com/drink and use code DRINK at checkout for 30% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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