Obsassed

One of the greatest outcomes of digital fatigue is the rise of brick-and-mortar businesses. Listen now to celebrate this new era!

Discover the dark history of mercury poisoning, from its use in ancient practices to occupational hazards in the 18th century. We explore its dangers, strange connections to the phrase "mad as a hatter," and even explore how much sushi you can eat before you're at risk!

It's been a while...but we're here now after a long hiatus.

Lizzie McGuire, you rock! Don't ever change! Can you believe that the Disney Channel Original Series, Lizzie McGuire, ended 20 years ago? Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes facts about the show AND details about the scrapped reboot! Podcast Recommendation: Living Lizzie - A Very Mcguire Podcast

Gypsy-Rose Blanchard was convicted of second-degree murder for the death of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard and sentenced to ten years in prison. She was released on parole in December 2023, after serving eight years. Following her release, Gypsy has become an advocate for victims of Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy. In this episode, we'll explore what Munchausen by Proxy is, the symptoms, the causes, a...

We're absolutely OBSASSED with "The Let Them Theory," which will help you navigate your way to a more peaceful life! If you feel some type of way when your friends make plans without you, or if your plans are cancelled because of a rainy day, then this episode is for you! The Let Them Theory was popularized by podcaster, Mel Robbins, so definitely check out her content.

We're back with our SUPER DELAYED New Year episode, but that's okay!

Ever wonder where or how the Secret Santa or White Elephant gift exchanges started? Well, neither did we UNTIL NOW!! Tune in to hear about the origins of Secret Santa and White Elephant! This is our last episode of 2023! Happy Holidays and we’ll see you in 2024! 

The Holiday season is in full swing, so now’s the time to sing! This week your favorite podcasts hosts debate on what the top christmas songs of all time are! We also fan girl over Brenda Lee and her brand new music video for the 65 year old BOP, Rockin Around the Christmas Tree! 

Happy 31st Birthday to Obsassed Host, Ariana!! In this episode, she reflects on the profound revelations she had over the last year, and the mindset she’s taking with her into her31st trip around the sun!

Did you know that the fictional city of Bikini Bottom in SpongeBob SquarePants is actually based on the real-life Bikini Atoll Islands? Tune in to this explosive episode as we explore the history of nuclear testing on these islands and discuss some wild connections to SpongeBob.

The 2002 live-action adaptation of Scooby Doo is one for the ages! Speaking of ages, we all remember it being family-friendly for kids of young ages, right? Well, did you know that the earlier version of the film was RATED R? I know...we're just as surprised, and excited, as you all. Tune in to this episode to hear all about what was cut from the sexually explicit version of Scooby Doo in orde...

Happy Halloween to our Gourdeous Gourdies! This week we're celebrating Halloween with an episode all about pumpkins. We'll carve into the history of the Jack O Lantern and offer some great tips for how to make your pumpkin experience a gourd one! Also, check out Jeff's terrifying short films titled, "Pumpkin," and the brand new "Curse of the Pumpkin." You can find t...

The Mothman is a winged creature that has been terrorizing people worldwide. Are its intentions malevolent? Or is it simply misunderstood? Find out in this brand new spoooooky episode!

Velcome to Vobsassed! Come slay with us as we sink our teeth into the vampirical history of, well, VAMPIRES!! You'll hear all about the origins of these blood-sucking hotties and learn how to detect if someone you know may be a vampire! Follow us on IG @obsassed_podcast and tune in each week for another brand new episode!

"Obsassed" first premiered on Wednesday, September 25th, 2019. Can you believe we've been at this for over 4 years now? Kick off our 5th season with us, and get ready for the most epic season yet! Follow us on IG at @Obsassed_Podcast

Your Obsassed hosts are going on summer break, and we cannot wait to watch all the big budget films coming out over the next few months! As we all know, summertime is known for the emergence of highly anticipated Blockbuster films, and in this final episode of season 4, we discuss the history of the Summer Blockbuster, and why summertime is such a popular time of year to see these films! All new e...

Humans aren’t the only species that can sashay and slay! Tune in as we discuss some of the most fabulously gay animals on the planet!

Love and attraction can look differently for everyone. Tune in to learn all about the different ways you can be attracted to someone!

Compulsory heterosexuality, aka "Comphet," is the theory that heterosexuality is assumed and enforced upon people by a patriarchal and heteronormative society. Tune in to hear more about this theory and why Adrienne Rich's 1980 essay titled "Compulsory Heterosexuality and Lesbian Existence," is still relevant to this day!

Have you ever walked into a bookstore and immediately had the urge to go to the bathroom? Well, you're not alone. What you're experiencing is called the "Mariko Aoki Phenomenon," also known by some medical professionals as "Book Bowels." Tune in to hear all about it! Remember to support your local bookstores, and check out the app libro.fm for audiobooks (as mentioned i...

The doors are open at the Moulin Rouge! Put on your dancin shoes and tune in to hear all about the history of the REAL Moulin Rouge!

Heads up, this week we are diving into the mystery of Shrunken Heads! Tune in to hear the origin of this gruesome practice, and you may even learn how to shrink heads yourself! Trust us, this will be an episode to dismember!

Every day is hump day at the Hump Film Festival! This amateur erotic film festival showcases real people having real sex on the big screen, and there may actually be a showing in a theater near you! Tune in to hear all about this underrated film festival and why it's important to talk about sex! WARNING: This episode contains conversations about sex, sex, and more sex, and may not be appropria...

Sometimes silence can speak volumes, so tune in to hear all about the experimental silent composition titled 4'33" by composer, John Cage!