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PODCAST

And That"s Why We Drink

Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz | Para Pods

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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112:40

E478 Yesterday's Mail and Salad Days

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2026/04/12

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 will be back with us next week. And who else wants to queer signal with reiki and watercolors?? And

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127:19

E477 Rat Directions and Pantsless Ghost Hunts

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2026/04/05

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 screened interview from the Jersey Shore House… and that’s why we drink!If you or someone you know is

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Listener Stories: Vol. 114

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2026/04/01

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 vibes this April. And can anyone tell us the difference between alien implants and lawnmower shrapnel?

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E476 Country Ghost Songs and Produce Shirt Mandela...

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2026/03/29

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 breathe any ghosts in, especially if they ask you to! …and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:Dorothy Arnold

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E475 Adventures in Lunacy and Birthday Butterfly Effects

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2026/03/22

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 armed only with a flashlight, a camera, and a dream. Then Christine did some boots on the ground

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E474 Amelia Bedelia Math and Iced Tea Pranks

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2026/03/15

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 our left eyes how to wake up properly? …and that’s why we drink!Check out the link here for ways to

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E473 Phantom Punchlines and a Top Hat Tater

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2026/03/08

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 Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon:

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E472 Milkshake Tears and a Lego Hair Wig

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2026/03/01

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 VideoTurpin Family PhotosCatch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or

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Listener Stories: Vol. 113

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2026/03/01

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 from The Pets Table. Take advantage of this limited time offer: Get 55% off your first box PLUS 10% off

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E471 Crop Top Capes and a Beatles Ghost

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2026/02/22

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 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon:

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E470 Leatha Weatha and Dirty Santa Texts

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2026/02/15

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 case so wild that it must continue next week. So while you wait, why don’t you go chase some ghosts! …and

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E469 Nostalgic Lip Landlines and Dancing Ghosts

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2026/02/08

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:https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheXtineFileshttps://www.etsy.com/shop/foragerscraftshopCatch our bonus Yappy Hour

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65:52

Listener Stories: Vol. 112 featuring. Aliza Kelly

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2026/02/01

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 duality, the chaos, and honestly… everything… and that’s why we drink!Catch more of Aliza Kelly on her

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E468 MySpace Siren Calls and Sit Down Comedians

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2026/02/01

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! …and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:Outlaws and Lawmen Jail MuseumAngelika and VincentBannerman

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E467 Croissant Crop Circles and Thumb Drive Rick Rolls

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2026/01/25

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 music is? …and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:Houska CastleOslo Plaza Woman’s MealOslo Plaza Woman

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143:02

E466 Haunted Toilets and Frozen Jail

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2026/01/18

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!Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon:

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E465 Non-Parallel Traumas and Neighborhood App Ghosts

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2026/01/11

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 it’s 51st anniversary, the Fort Worth Trio. And who’s joining us with our new moto for 2026 of embracing change?! …and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:Fred Watkyns PhotoFort Worth Trio: Mary

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108:27

Listener Stories: Vol. 111

And That"s Why We Drink ·

2026/01/01

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 shared listeners. We love y'all! Shout out to all Kentucky mamaws... and that's why we

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E464 Cats at Holidays Parties and Movie Magic Milkshakes

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2025/12/28

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 then Christine covers the case of Clara Phillips aka the Tiger Woman. And everyone please tell us,

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E463 The Santa Dilemma and Our Haunted One-Man Show

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2025/12/21

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 background of Christine’s audio… and that’s why we drink!Check out the extremely creepy video Em showed

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