The Podcast About Everything

Mike, Mike and Cory do the  Pod Cast Questionnaire, hilarity and profundity ensue in equal measure.                                                                                                        Those who wish to contact my guest Cory Benjamin Geishauser can follow him on Face Book, or email him directly at: corbengeis@gmail.com                                        Those who wish to know...

An examination of the lives and careers of Ed and Lorraine Warren. Their claims of their fight against demonic forces. Where they genuine demonologists or a pair of falsely pious grifters? Is there actual substance behind the stories that form The Conjuring Universe movies? or was it really just a con job?

An analysis of the claims made by Graham Hancock in his latest documentary, and a brief history of the origins of the Atlantis Myth Show Notes: Analytical Archaeology   2nd Edition by                David L. Clarke    (Author),      Bob Chapman  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/re...

A look at the life and writings of Montague Summers

Join Andrae Holsey, Darius Morgan and myself as we discuss the history of our regional branch of the NAACP, race relations in central Pennsylvania, Some of the history of African American People in Blair County, obstructions  that continue to stymie racial equity, and the recently revived African American Heritage Festival. You may follow the Blair Cou8nty NAACP Branch #2252 on their Face Book Pag...

Join us as we explore the current state of research into the nature of the human mind. Do we actually have freewill, or is our behavior strictly deterministic? What part does social programing and genetics play in understanding human consciousness? Join me4 in conversation with Psychiatrist Dr Joseph Silverman as we explore these topics.           ...

We conclude our five part series on Magic, by examining the rise of the spiritualist movement. Stating in the 1840's in the Burned Over District of New York, spirit mediums who claimed to be in communication with the dead were to take their influence world wide. It's a phenomenon that continues to fascinate to this day. From the Fox sisters to such modern day psychics as John Edwards, this is a su...

Join Mike and Bill as they explore the world of the witch hunts. From the Middle Ages to today members of society have labeled individuals as witches or the other, and persecuted and killed these unfortunate souls. From King James the 1st and Matthew Hopkins the "Witch Finder General" to modern moral panics McCarthyism, The Satanic Panic and QAnon, witch hunts have never truly left us. People who...

We examine the historical practices of the Clever folk, Brauchers,Stregheria, and the Pennsylvania folk healering practice known as Powwow. In addition we take a look at the modern Ideas about the alleged witch cult and the modern practice known as Wicca.

Join us as we explore a history of secret societies, both magical and secular, what they have in common and where they wildly differ. we will discuss groups like The Rosicrucians, The Knights Templar, and The  Freemasons. We will also look at occult Secret Societies like the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, The Ordo Templi Orientalis, and The Agape Lodge.

Part one of our series on the history of magic, focusing on legendary practitioners, those who got away with it (and some who didn't)!

A brief dissertation of the folklore surrounding Groundhog Day

Join friends of the podcast, Joe and Shelby for a deep dive into the life and crimes of one the greatest confidence grifters of the early 20th Century. Con man, murderer , and all around criminal, Gaston Bullock Means

Join me as I talk to History Instructor Tyler Moudry about his plans for his collection of artifacts, and his Haunts of the Alleghenies History Museum. You can follow Tyler at: https://www.facebook.com/Haunts-of-the-Alleghenies-History-Museum

Join your host and Joe, Shelby and Travis as we bravely tackle butt numbing epic that is the Snyder Cut of Justice League!

Join me for a conversation with Author, Artist, Musician and Film Maker Steven Sherrill. We discuss the creative process, growing up in a small, industrial town and how one transcends ones roots to become a recognized author. This wide ranging conversations covers everything from ancient Greek mythology to where to find the best kimchi. Steven's books can be found on Amazon, and you can follow his...

Join us as we explore the mystery of the Toynbee Tiles. The strange messages that suddenly appeared embedded in the streets of Philadelphia. Were they a prank, the ravings of a mad man, or a challenge from beyond?2 

As of late, social media has been rife with conspiracy theories. The latest "Q-ANON" has led to an attack on the U.S. Capitol as well as crazy acts of vigilantism. But this is not new, in fact it is just the current iteration of an extremely old deception: The Blood Libel. Music by Tim Moore courtesy of Pixabay.com.

In this bonus episode we take a look at the old Pennsylvania German Tradition of Groundhog Day.

A not so fond look back at the year 2020 with Historian Jared Frederick, and a discussion of his new Book, co authored with Erik Dorr.

We hope everyone is hungry, because we are going to be exploring Christmas traditions of food and drink through the ages! MERRY CHRISTMAS! RESEARCH CREDITS:  Food Timeline Library Max Miller’s YouTube series: Tasting History who were sources for this episode END OF SHOW MUSIC CREDIT: Here We Come A Wassailing Acapella Choir with Lyrics of Christmas Carol sung by US Army Band Chorus. Here We C...

Learn how Christmas celebrations started. A historical look at all of the rituals, festivals and folklore that surround the most wonderful time of the year.  Special thanks to Al Reidenour’s book The Krampus and the old, dark Christmas, and Alfred Shoemaker’s book Christmas in Pennsylvania. MUSIC CREDITS: Have yourself a merry little Christmas, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvA7-EjaSPI  Provided...

The Real History Behind The American Holiday Of Thanksgiving. We are thankful for you!  Be safe and have a wonderful Thanksgiving! CONTACT US: Contact Don by email at donald@ruffhousemarketing.com, Storyteller, and Co-Founder of Ruff House Marketing. Contact Co-Host, Michael Allison by email at mjallison.studioefx@verizon.net, Artist, Historian, Storyteller.  Owner of StudioEFX. Follow us on Twitt...

It’s October, our favorite time of the year.  It’s the witching hour here at the Podcast About Everything, and we thought we would do a special Halloween episode. Tonight we will be reading a couple of our favorite scary stories just for you our faithful listeners. STORY AND AUTHOR INFORMATION: The Boarded Window (Old Reel To Reel Movie): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7hVVIxCcVk The Boarde...

Don and Michael listen to Native American stories about Sasquatch or "Bigfoot" as written and told by podcast friend, Bill Krill.  Bill Krill can be contacted at Gentle Counseling, LLC by phone at 932-7078 or by: Website: www. Gentling.org  Gentling Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Gentling-1737897283159199/ Buy Bill's books on Amazon:   https://www.amazon.com/William-E-Krill...