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Spooky Science Sisters

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We"re two scientists and sisters (in-law) bringing you a podcast about the science behind all things strange and unusual, from the natural to the supernatural! So, put on your critical thinking caps and join us every other week for some creepy conversation and lots of laughter.

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63:49

The Not-So-Mysterious Winchester Mystery House feat....

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2022/03/04

In this episode we are joined by the fabulous Karen Stollznow (author and host of the Monster Talk podcast) to talk about the history and rumors surrounding Sarah Winchester and her famed California mansion. As with the Mystery House itself, things aren't always what they seem when it comes to the reclusive widow who built it. ** You can find our full list of sources on our website at www.spookysciencesisters.com, but here is a direct link to the Meg Conley article mentioned by Meagan

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47:07

Spooky True Crime Vol. 3: Lake Crescent

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2022/02/23

In our third spooky true crime episode we chat about Lake Crescent in Olympic National Park. If the chemistry of the lake and its potential to turn bodies into soap isn’t spooky enough for you, the long history of mysterious disappearances, deaths, and ghost stories associated with it will surely creep you out. Buckle in, because you're in for a wild ride. ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to

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49:55

Spooky Chemistry

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2022/02/05

Whether or not you realize it, you interact with chemicals every day of your life. The foods you eat, the products you use to clean your home, and even you, yourself, are made of chemicals! Some of them, though, can be quite dangerous or have been used for nefarious purposes. So, in this episode, we're diving into the darker side of chemistry with stories of hidden gold, acid burns, and body dissolution. ** Listen through to the end to hear a promo from our friends at the Espooky Tales

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33:52

Santa Stories Vol. 1: I Wanted to Believe!

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2022/01/10

We’re keeping the holiday spirit alive for just a bit longer with this listener stories episode all about how people discovered the truth about St. Nick! Thanks to friends, family, and listeners Garrett and Cassie for sharing your stories. ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to our YouTube channel! There you’ll find extra video content related to the podcast, and Meagan will be going live from time to

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55:40

Turkey Manslaughter & Murder Birds

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/12/15

This (belated) Thanksgiving episode features an exceptionally giggly discussion on spooky birds. It’s got a little bit of everything, from dinosaur-like cassowaries capable of disemboweling an adult human to owls as Mothman to meat raining from the sky! ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to our YouTube channel! There you’ll find extra video content related to the podcast, and Meagan will be going live

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42:49

Halloween Listener Stories II

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/11/11

Happy (Belated) Halloween! In our second annual Halloween Listener Stories episode we will share (and debunk) three spooky stories that came to us from your fellow listeners! Has something similar happened to you? Do you have an explanation that we didn’t cover? Let us know your thoughts! Special thanks to Sophie, DJ, and Tyson for sharing their amazing stories! ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to

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57:36

Black-Eyed Children: Creepypasta or Creepy Kids?

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/10/27

Are Black-Eyed Children just a product of a Creepypasta run rampant, or is there some science behind reported sightings of creepy kids? We discuss the origins of this popular urban legend, and then dive into possible explanations – Meagan has a theory of her own that we’re excited for you to hear! ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to our YouTube channel! There you’ll find extra video content related to

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50:11

2 Short 2 Spooky

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/10/15

In our second short and spooky episode we discuss four exciting topics! Paige covers Deja Vu – what are we really experiencing and how is it studied? She also shares the story of the mysterious disappearance of Flight 513. Meagan gives an update on Oumuamua – the first interstellar object that we’ve been able to observe passing through our solar system – and our scariest topic yet, Bloody Mary. Remember to send in your spooky stories for our Annual Halloween Listener Stories episode! Submissions are

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53:39

Damn Oceans, You Scary: AKA The Whale Episode

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/09/23

Thalassophobia, the fear of the ocean or other large bodies of water, is a common phobia, and in this episode we discuss what makes large bodies of water so spooky. Whether it be the size of the ocean, ghost ships, or what could be lurking beneath the surface of the water there are plenty of reasons to be creeped out! ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to our YouTube channel! There you’ll find extra

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72:56

Spooky True Crime Vol. 2 with Kyna: Was Elizabeth...

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/08/25

We’ve all heard stories of Elizabeth Bathory, who is known as the most torturous and prolific female serial killer in history. Was she really the monster we all know her as, or was she the Regina George of her time – a powerful woman with enemies just as mean as she was? Kyna, host of the Historical AF podcast joins us for our second spooky true crime episode. Listen in for a giggle-filled discussion on the famed Blood Countess and her residence-turned-prison, Cachtice Castle. ** Promo at the

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53:01

Can We Crowdfund a Crop Circle?

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/08/11

Thousands of crop circles have appeared in fields worldwide. Theories about what created them have included everything from horny hedgehogs to extraterrestrials. In this episode we discuss the history of crop circles and cover who (or what) is really behind them. ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to our YouTube channel! There you’ll find extra video content related to the podcast, and Meagan will be

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67:09

Spooky Movie Science

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/07/28

Do you enjoy scary movies? Have you ever wondered why that is? In this episode we chat about what science has to say about why scary movies are so enjoyable, and what is happening to your body while you watch them. We discuss a list of the top 20 scariest movies and attempt to rank them ourselves. Whether you are a fan of psychological thrillers or prefer a classic slasher, this episode is for you! ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d

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90:24

Debunking Hauntings with Kenny Biddle, Vol. 2

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/07/12

Kenny Biddle joins us for another fun, goofy, and giggle-filled episode about famous hauntings! In this episode we look at audio and visual evidence for supposed hauntings at the Congress Plaza Hotel in Chicago, IL and Victoria’s Black Swan Inn in San Antonio, TX. Kenny helps us do some investigative work to figure out what is really going on with these videos of EVP recordings, shadowy figures, and spooky voices. All of the videos we discussed and corresponding timestamps will be posted on our

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55:57

Spooky True Crime Vol. 1

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/06/28

A mother helps solve her daughter, Zona’s, murder after a visit from Zona’s ghost. An urban legend from the Hudson Valley area in New York turns the Boogeyman real. In our first ever spooky true crime episode we cover two horrifying, but real, stories. Listen now to learn more about the Greenbrier Ghost and Cropsey. ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to our YouTube channel! There you’ll find extra video

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80:48

Werewolf Folklore & Science with K.T. Katzmann

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/06/15

Werewolves (AKA lycanthropes) are typically described as a human with the ability to shapeshift into a vicious wolf. In this episode K.T. Katzmann (Twitter @IWriteMonsters), author of Murder with Monsters, joins us for a fun-filled discussion on the folklore and science behind werewolves. We cover everything from rabid dogs and clinical lycanthropy to the parallels between changes that occur during puberty and the werewolf transformation. ** You can find our sources for this episode at

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58:58

The Short and the Spooky

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/05/31

If you enjoyed the Short and Spooky segment at the end of our early episodes, this one’s for you! In our first Short and Spooky episode, we share four short, but creepy, stories. We discuss the mysterious blue people of Kentucky, two 100-year-old ghost stories, and wrap up with Paige guessing animals that used to be considered cryptids! ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to our YouTube channel! There

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83:41

Origins of Cryptozoology with Dr. Brian Regal

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/05/17

In this episode we are joined by professor of science history at Kean University and author, Dr. Brian Regal, to discuss the origins of cryptozoology. We chat about some of our favorite cryptids, and learn about how sea serpents and mating whales helped to create what we know today as the field of cryptozoology. ** You can find out more about Brian on his website here: https://sites.google.com/a/kean.edu/brian-regal-phd/ or by following him on Twitter @Tarbosaur! ** You can find our sources for

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58:51

Wendigos: This Time It’s Cannibalism!

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/05/03

Wendigos are said to be terrifying humanoid cannibals from the Great Lakes region of the Midwest and Canada. In this episode we discuss the origins of the wendigo myth, wendigo psychosis, and our theories on alleged wendigo sightings. ** Promo at end of episode from 3 Spooked Girls! ** You can find our sources for this episode at spookysciencesisters.com. ** While you’re here, we’d love it if you could subscribe to our YouTube channel! There you’ll find extra video content related to the podcast,

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99:56

Origins of Pop Culture Vampires with Dr. Holly Walters

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/04/19

Edward Cullen and Dracula. Two vastly different characters that have one major thing in common – they vant to suck your blood. If you enjoyed our first episode about vampires, you will love this one! Dr. Holly Walters, cultural anthropologist, author, and knower of all things vampires, joins us to chat about the origins of the modern day vampire. What stories inspired the young, sexy, blood-sucking vampire that we know and love today? Are Meagan and Paige embarrassed by the poor taste in vampire

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99:51

A Ghost Hunting Chat with Karen Stollznow & Matt Baxter

Spooky Science Sisters ·

2021/04/05

In this episode we revisit one of our favorite topics, ghost hunting! Host of Monster Talk, Dr. Karen Stollznow, and her husband, Matthew Baxter, join us to talk about their experiences as paranormal investigators. We discuss some of their favorite investigations, including their time working on the One Million Dollar Paranormal Challenge, and learn some behind the scenes dirt on paranormal TV shows. ** You can find Karen on Twitter @karenstollznow or at her Amazon author page. Matt can also be

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