And That's Why We Drink

Episode 502 is here to fully kick off spooky season! To really get into the spirit of the season Em is covering the Terror on 25th St episode of our favorite Bagel Bites’ show. Then Christine covers Part Two of the Murdaugh Murders case whose twists and turns leave us anxiously waiting for next week’s triple threat Part Three. And should we all just start speaking in slow motion for the bit? …and...

It’s episode 501, and we are definitely not about to fall asleep during recording again! This week Em covers the haunted Pioneer Saloon, one of Nevada’s oldest bars, which they got to actually visit just a few weeks ago! Then Christine starts Part One of the Murdaugh Murders case, which somehow gets crazier with every new detail. And remember folks, just because you don’t drink doesn’t mean you ca...

Happy October everyone! Spooky season is officially here, and what better way to ring it in than with a collection of ghost pet stories (thank you to Patron Christine for suggesting!) On the tails of her animal sanctuary wedding, Eva has gathered us up a batch of tales of very good boi ghost dogs, and some haunted holographic kitties that nearly bring us to tears. And can someone tell us WHAT is u...

Ahhh!! It’s finally Episode 500!! So grab your favorite milkshake, mocktail, or cocktail and join us for this momentous occasion before the dreaded “Your moment has ended” screen appears. Today, Em takes us to Oregon for the haunted Wolf Creek Inn, where we encounter a ghost army, an absolutely unreasonable amount of Jolly Ranchers, and, of course, some classic Z.B. shenanigans. Then Christine bri...

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...

**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 fashion...

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...

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...

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 Na...

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 start...

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...

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...

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 Yappe...

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...

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 FiveWa...

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 Nicolaz...

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 ghostJ...

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 Wyc...

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...

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...

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...

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 episode...

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...

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...

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’r...