Amy Jo McCarville and Valerie Alonzo
You Ain't a'Woofin - History, Mystery, Crime, and Astrology
Long-time friends Amy Jo and Valerie put the woo in true crime through a historical and astrological take on living in interesting times! Odd numbered episodes feature The Timeline Twist where Valerie walks us through what life was like in our chosen year (1980 or before) followed by a true story from that year, told by Amy Jo. Even numbered episodes, Valerie shares her story (same year) and Amy Jo will deliver The Zodiac Back, reflecting on significant astrological transits at the time. So grab a beverage, relax, and hang with us as we reunite to have a laugh and tell some tales!
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Amy Jo McCarville and Valerie Alonzo
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Jul 3, 2026
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Episodes
30: The Atrocious Murder of F. Adolphus Muir & the 1846 Zodiac Back 19.06.2024 2:04:52
On today’s episode, Valerie shares the story of prominent Victorian Era Southern gentlemen ensnared in a land dispute that led to murder, including a determined relative’s search for the truth about his brother’s sudden and mysterious disappearance, and the three suspicious letters that provided the clues he needed to make his final allegations against the dastardly suspected killer. Next, Amy Jo’...
29: 1846 Timeline Twist & The Agapemonites: Victorian Doomsday Sex Cult 12.06.2024 2:11:34
On today’s episode, Valerie’s “Bev Heavy” Timeline Twist presents the origin of the Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park, a “Golden Treasure” cold cream for cuts?, a Gold’s Gym/Cher video reenactment within an 1846 flatboat painting, a Scottish-born British surgeon so speedy you had better watch your nutmegs!, the advent of some boozy drinks, along with some sugary temperance drinks, and neve...
28: The Slaying of Golf Champion Marion Miley & 1941 Zodiac Back 05.06.2024 1:23:40
On today’s episode, Valerie shares the story of Marion Miley - a beloved and talented depression era golfer, darling of the Orange Blossom Tour in Florida, who was brutally attacked along with her mother on the second floor of the Lexington Country Club, including her mother’s herculean efforts to get help for her daughter, the ensuing hunt for the killers, and detailing how her adopted city of Le...
27: 1941 Timeline Twist & The Cape Girardeau UFO Crash 29.05.2024 2:11:42
On today’s episode, Valerie’s 1941 Timeline Twist presents an astounding Lindy Hop dance clip from the 1941 musical comedy Hellzapoppin’ , a failed two act operetta about famed lumberjack Paul Bunyan, how to feed a mess (hall) of people for Thanksgiving, “Over There!”, and the account of a fortuitous meeting in an L.A. pub that resulted in the Moscow Mule. Amy Jo covers the eerie story, cover up,...
26: The Murder of Silverton Town Marshal Clayton Ogsbury & 1881 Zodiac Back 22.05.2024 2:10:53
On today’s episode, Valerie tells the truly Wild West story of a spontaneous murder outside the Diamond Saloon, by outlaw Bert Wilkinson of the Stockton-Eskridge gang, in the rowdy and burgeoning Colorado silver mining town of Silverton, during a lawless period in the developing American West, including details of the colorful characters involved and the sad retribution that followed. In the 1881...
25: 1881 Timeline Twist & The Brighton Railway Murder 15.05.2024 2:00:05
On today’s episode, Valerie presents two assassinations, three events from the “Old West”, the “bustle gap”, how you don’t have to go to prison to get jacked if you buy (or build) the New Iron Horse, the recipe for Shaken Baby and how to get your babies to make you homemade ice cream, as well as the dangers of E-Bike ownership, in the 1881 Timeline Twist. Next Amy Jo tells the tale of an entitled...
24: The Great Harris Mansion Heist & 1929 Zodiac Back 09.05.2024 2:06:43
On today’s episode, Valerie tells the story of five blue eyed (mostly) bandits, and their careless plan to rob wealthy partygoers attending a lavish celebration at Elmshade Mansion on the day of the BIG Fighting Illini vs. Army Cadets football game in the Great Harris Mansion Heist. Amy Jo’s Zodiac Back reflects on the Mars Neptune conjunction and the trends it can signify, as well as financial as...
23: 1929 Timeline Twist & The Evangelista Occult Murders of Detroit (Rock City) 01.05.2024 1:55:28
On today’s episode, Valerie covers the Exposición Iberoamericana de 1929 of Seville, Spain, the detailed recipe notes of an Afternoon Tea Menu spy that infiltrated Schraffts in NYC, the patriotic chicken, Victory Maid, and her record-breaking egg laying year due to Ful-O-Pep Dry Mash chicken feed, and a problematic and hopefully forgotten holiday in the 1929 Timeline Twist. Amy Jo’s tells the stor...
22: The Thirtieth Street Murder of New York City & 1858 Zodiac Back 24.04.2024 1:42:15
On today’s episode, Valerie tells the sensational tale of the Thirtieth Street Murder, and brutal attack on six residents of the prominent Gouldy family home in 19th century New York City - an attack so brutal and dramatic it inspired a creepy Murder Ballad! Yay! Amy Jo’s Zodiac back covers the 4/20 Jupiter and Uranus conjunction - occurring in Taurus in both 1858 and NOW! She also touches on them...
21: 1858 Timeline Twist & The Great Stink of London 17.04.2024 1:42:02
On today’s episode, Valerie presents the first transatlantic undersea telegraph cable souvenirs, the expansion of railway systems across the globe, the Great Shawl and Cloak Emporium, and May Day Beers, in the 1858 Timeline Twist. Amy Jo tells the pungent story of the Great Stink of London, detailing the Royal Family’s lame attempt at a PR spin, and how Parliament was ultimately forced into action...
20: Magda Logomer: The Last Tried Witch in Croatia & 1758 Zodiac Back 10.04.2024 1:55:51
On today’s episode, Valerie covers a brief history of witch trials in central Europe and the story of Magda Logomer’s life, accusation of witchcraft, torture, confession, trial, and Empress Maria Theresa’s role in her case. Amy Jo’s Zodiac Back presents the science and history of comets, including the long history and accurate prediction of Halley’s and the currently visible P12 Pons/Brooks (a.k.a...
19: 1758 Timeline Twist & The Screaming Spectre: The Murder of Anne Naylor (and her little sister) 03.04.2024 1:53:57
On today’s episode, Valerie’s Timeline Twist features how José Cuervo got its start, 18th century cooking with an irritated Sarah Phillips, in the The Ladies Handmaid , and Perrott’s Folly, a building that inspired a beloved high fantasy novel nearly two centuries later. Amy Jo tells the story that created The Screaming Spectre of Farringdon Station - the ghastly murder of Anne Naylor and her litt...
18: The Killing of America’s First Public Enemy #1: John Dillinger & 1934 Zodiac Back 27.03.2024 1:52:05
On today’s episode Valerie covers the life and times, and robbery spree of John Dillinger and his gang, and the actions leading up to his ultimate death at the hands of the FBI outside Chicago’s famed Biograph Theater. Amy Jo’s Zodiac Back presents eclipses in Solar Saros Series 139, significations of Uranus in Taurus, lab grown meat, cigarette astrology cards, and the mysterious disappearance of...
17: 1934 Timeline Twist & The Brighton Trunk Murders 20.03.2024 2:13:42
On today’s episode, Valerie’s Timeline Twist features the Dust Bowl, Betsy Wetsy, and the ridiculousness of the bucket hat. Amy Jo tells the tale of The Brighton Trunk Murders. Two women and two trunks, seemingly related, yet one went unpunished and one went unsolved. For content sources visit our website: youaintawoofinpod.com Follow and Support Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youaintawoofin...
16: The Slashing of Philipena Langfeldt & 1896 Zodiac Back 13.03.2024 1:48:43
On today’s episode, Valerie shares the story of the slashing death of Philipena Langfeldt and the sensational manhunt for the elusive nobleman who was the only suspect. During Amy Jo’s Zodiac Back we take a walk through the Zodiac, have a Modality Moment, and discuss astrology and vaccines. For content sources visit our website: youaintawoofinpod.com Follow and Support Instagram: https://www.insta...
15: 1896 Timeline Twist & The Mystery Airship Sightings 06.03.2024 2:02:33
On today’s episode, Valerie presents the world’s first speeding fine, Burnette’s Cocoaine - for the hair, and Patriarchy Balls! Amy Jo covers Yellow Journalism and “The Yellow Kid(s)”, a cow abduction, and Edison’s jealous reaction to the puzzling Mystery Airship Sightings of 1896-1897. For content sources visit our website: youaintawoofinpod.com Follow and Support Instagram: https://www.instagram...
14: The Saturday Night Strangler & 1973 Zodiac Back 28.02.2024 1:50:50
14: The Saturday Night Strangler & 1973 Zodiac Back On today’s episode, Valerie tells the story of the Saturday Night Strangler and the poorly named but successful Operation Magnum. Amy Jo’s Zodiac Back presents SEVEN eclipses, Southern Comfort marketing genius, more UFOs, and the astrology of multiple personalities. For content sources visit our website: youaintawoofinpod.com Follow and Suppo...
13: 1973 Timeline Twist & The Bromley Poltergeist 22.02.2024 2:03:17
On today’s episode, Valerie’s 1973 Timeline Twist features the Skylab saga, Peter Brady cosplaying as Phil Packer, the All Drug Olympics and a SWEET Dodge Van. Amy Jo covers the eerie details of the Bromley Poltergeist haunting, the unlikely victims and setting, and how it ended as strangely and abruptly as it began. Follow and Support Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youaintawoofinpod/ Facebo...
12: The Great London Beer Flood & 1814 Zodiac Back 14.02.2024 1:35:46
On today’s episode Valerie covers St. Giles-of-the-Fields, rookeries, and the saga of the Great London Beer Flood. Amy Jo’s Zodiac Back outlines Modalities & Elements, Mutable Signs, and astrology through Valentine’s Day colored lenses. For content sources visit our website: youaintawoofinpod.com Follow and Support Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youaintawoofinpod/ Facebook: https://www.f...
11: 1814 Timeline Twist & The Great Stock Exchange Fraud 07.02.2024 2:10:59
On today’s episode, Valerie’s 1814 Timeline Twist presents Frost Fairs, a deadly Jubilee, and the Sexy Sax Man. Next Amy Jo tells the sensational story of the Great Stock Exchange Fraud of 1814, the fallout of the conspiracy, and what happened when Napoleon REALLY died. Follow and Support Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youaintawoofinpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouAintaWoofin/ Pat...
10: The Lynching of Willie Earle & 1947 Zodiac Back 31.01.2024 2:09:08
On today’s episode Valerie tells the devastating story of the “last racially motivated lynching in South Carolina” and the disappointing but noteworthy result. Amy Jo’s Zodiac Back covers the astrology of UFOs, nuclear technology, the occult, and the Pluto and Neptune cycle. For content sources visit our website: youaintawoofinpod.com Follow and Support Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youai...
Episode 9: 1947 Timeline Twist & The Porthole Murder 24.01.2024 1:47:35
On today’s episode Valerie and Amy Jo discuss Raytheon Wrap, Days of Our Lives possession storylines, and Mitt Romney’s origin story. Next Amy Jo covers the mysterious disappearance on the high seas of stage actress Gay Gibson, from the cruiseliner, Durban Castle , the compelling details of the case, and the subsequent murder trial with no body!! For content sources visit our website: youaintawoof...
Episode 8: The Largest Bank Robbery in Bucks County History & 1781 Zodiac Back 18.01.2024 1:57:49
On today’s episode Valerie covers an epic tale featuring disguises, horse theft, robbery, and espionage, as she covers the legendary Doan Gang of Bucks County and their most infamous crime. Amy Jo’s 1781 Zodiac Back covers the revolutionary discovery of Uranus and the most recent Pluto in Aquarius transit - that is until NOW! For content sources visit our website: youaintawoofinpod.com Follow and...
Episode 7: 1781 Timeline Twist & The Most Famous Non-Lethal Duel of 1781 11.01.2024 2:03:05
On today’s episode, Valerie presents an 18th-century music festival, jumballs, and a titillating new painting that shocked art patrons in the 1781 Timeline Twist. Then Amy Jo tells the captivating story of a famous duel arranged by the Holy Roman Emperor between unsuspecting rivals. The good news? No one died! For content sources visit our website - coming soon! Follow and Support Instagram: https...
Episode 6: The Clutter Murders & 1959 Zodiac Back 03.01.2024 1:47:25
On today’s episode, Valerie details the tragic story of the Clutter Murders, the lives of the people involved, and the event’s cultural legacy in Kansas and beyond. Amy Jo’s 1959 Zodiac Back covers the Pluto in Virgo generation and feminism and astrology in the 1950s. For content sources visit our website - coming soon! Follow and Support Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youaintawoofinpod/...
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