Synopsis
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!
Episodes
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E494 The Butt Curtain Speakeasy and the Batman Hatman
16/08/2026 Duration: 01h43minGrab 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 live gossip call with Linda… and that’s why we drink!Photo Links:The Fess Hotel ghost signThe King Road housePhotos of Kaylee, Maddie, Xana, Dylan, Bethany, and EthanWant to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Join millions banking fee-free with Chime, America's #1 Choice for Banking—sign up in minutes at https://chime.com/DRINK .Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code DRINK a
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E493 Wiffle Ball Whimsy and Tastebud Tickling Treats (featuring Guest Host Bethany Watson)
09/08/2026 Duration: 02h07minIt’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 to hear more from Bethany? Follow her on socials @msbethanywatson, catch The Check-In Podcast for free on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/denniscahlo, or watch The Trouble with Tessa on Tubi!Want to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Get 40% off your first Hungryroot order plus a free item in every box for life at https://hungryroot.com/DRINK with code DRINK.Get 50% off your order
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E492 Peanut Butter Relationships and Bagel Traumas
02/08/2026 Duration: 01h32minEpisode 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 Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Get the Flamingo Starter Set for just $7 at https://www.shopflamingo.com/DRINK—includes the Original Razor, 5-blade cartridge, Foaming Shave Gel, and shower holder; support our show by telling them we sent you. #adDownload the Quince app for app-exclusive offers or visit https://quince.com/drink for free shipping and 365-day returns, now available in Canada and the UK.Let Rocket Money help
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Listener Stories: Vol. 118 featuring. Amy Bruni
01/08/2026 Duration: 01h12minAugust 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 stop crashing paranormal investigations?! …and that’s why we drink!Check out more from Amy on her website https://amybruni.com/ or on socials @AmyBruni.Want to make some Shrimp Wiggle for your friends? Grab Amy’s newest book Cuisine to Kill For out now! Check your favorite indie bookstore or any of the major book sellers!___________________Explore coverage at https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/DRINK . The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insuranceDon't Get Angry, Get Orchard near you—visit https://angryorchard.com/ and use the cider locator to find Angry Orchard near you. #adJoin Wayfair R
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E491 Medical Melodrama and a Shark Shanctuary
26/07/2026 Duration: 01h55minLucky 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 FiveWant to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Save 20% off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/DRINK ! #honeylovepodGet $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code DRINK.Go to https://hellobatch.com/drink and use code DRINK at checkout for 30% off sitewide!Save time and meet great candidates sooner with ZipRecruiter—try it for
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BONUS EPISODE: Homicide 360 - 'Where the Truth Lies (Nicole VanderHeyden)'
24/07/2026 Duration: 59minWe’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 Nicolazzi is a former prosecutor for the Brooklyn District Attorney's Office, one of the country’s largest and busiest offices. Scott Weinberger is an Emmy Award-winning investigative journalist, producer, and former law enforcement professional. Check out Homicide 360, new episodes drop every Tuesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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E490 Reverse Victorian Child Trauma and Skeleton Touching Collaborations
19/07/2026 Duration: 01h37minWe’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 ghostJody LoomisCOMING SOON! Be on the lookout for The ParaSocial Club Presented by ParaPods Network launching this Wednesday on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@ATWWDPodcast Want to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Get 40% off your first Hungryroot order plus a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/DRINK with code DRINK.Head to chime.com/drinkGet 10% off your first order sitewide with c
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E489 Cartwheel Trauma and an Oenophile Ghost
12/07/2026 Duration: 01h55minTally 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 Wych Elm GraffitiFacial Reconstruction of BellaWant to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Find Angry Orchard near you at https://angryorchard.com and use the cider locator. Please drink responsibly.Save time and meet great candidates sooner with ZipRecruiter—try it for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/drink .Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster—join at https://Rocke
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Listener Stories: Vol. 117 featuring. For Better And Worse
01/07/2026 Duration: 01h41minJuly 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 on the afterlife. And does anyone else have partners that sleep like Victorian children or is that just us? …and that’s why we drink!Want to hear more from Rach and Jeri? Listen to For Better and Worse wherever you get your podcasts, or you can find them before they find you on Instagram @forbetterandworsepodcast, on TikTok @forbetterandworse, or on YouTube at: @forbetterandworsepodcast___________________Go to https://quince.com/drink for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada.To explore coverage, visit https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/DRINK . The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not
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E488 The Esophagus Woes and a Hatchet Granny
28/06/2026 Duration: 02h12minIt’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 Sunday 7/5 but we will return again on 7/12/2026!**Want to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code DRINK.Get 50% off your first box plus free shipping for a year at https://tryfirstleaf.com/DRINK .Go to https://zenni.com/podcast and use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order.Try ZipRec
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E487 A Non-Squatting Sasquatch and Skreeonk Facts (featuring Guest Host Steven Ray Morris)
21/06/2026 Duration: 01h35minIt’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 ages. And is New Jersey just a trashy Lord of the Rings? …and that’s why we drink! Catch Steven over on his podcast See Jurassic Right, or on Instagram @StevenRayMorris or @SeeJurassicRight ! Want to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast ! Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month at https://mintmobile.com/ATWWD with promo code ATWWD. $45 upfront payment required, new customers
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E486 Bisexual Muscle Tanks and a Mother Goose Ghost
14/06/2026 Duration: 02h14minIt’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 episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Join millions banking fee-free with Chime: https://chime.com/drinkOur listeners get the Flamingo Starter Set for just $7 at https://www.shopflamingo.com/DRINKTry ZipRecruiter for free at https://ziprecruiter.com/DRINK to find enthusiastic, qualified candidates fast.Get 40% off your first Hungryroot order plus a free item in every box for life at https://hungryroot.com/DRINK with code DRINK.Give Dad a gift that captures who he really is
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Listener Stories: Vol. 116
01/06/2026 Duration: 01h09minIt’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? See all things Forager’s Craft here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ForagersCraftShop___________________Patio season is here—head to https://wayfair.com/m/outdoor now to get your outdoor space ready for less.Explore coverage at https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/DRINK . The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to quince.com/drink for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.Go to http://helixsleep.com/DRINK for 20% off Sitewide.Take Cheers Restore after your last drink or before going to bed and wake up feeling at le
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E485 A Biblically Accurate Batman and a Birthday Bark Mitzvah
31/05/2026 Duration: 02h27minIt’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 that’s why we drink!Link to the r/astrologymemes post: https://www.reddit.com/r/astrologymemes/comments/1s4ax3m/the_actual_statistics_on_the_zodiac_signs_of/Want to listen ad-free? Join our new Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Join millions banking fee-free with Chime: https://chime.com/drink Go to https://zenni.com/podcast and use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order.Let Rocket Money help you find and
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E484 A Ghost Ensemble and a Witch Magnate
24/05/2026 Duration: 01h57minIt’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’re 21 or older and interested in learning more about becoming a living donor for Mally, you can visit Yale New Haven’s living donor program at ynhh.org/organdonation or call the Center for Living Organ Donors at 866-925-3897.Want to listen ad-free? Join our new Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Go to https://zenni.com/podcast and use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order.Find Angry Orchard near you at ht
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E483 Caterpillar Surprises and Tamagotchi Funerals
17/05/2026 Duration: 02h05minIt’s Episode 483 and we’re channeling our inner emo kid today. First Em brings us Part One of the many haunted Egyptian Theatres starting with the one in Boise, Idaho! Then Christine covers the timely case of Tony Parsons, recently featured on Netflix. And maybe next time we’ll catch you at the dog park spelling bee… and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our new Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________If you think you or someone you know might be struggling with OCD, please don't wait to get help. Go to https://learn.nocd.com/ATTWD and book a free call with their team to learn more. Go to https://hellofresh.com/drink10fm to get 10 free meals plus a free breakfast for life with your first box (new subscribers only, varies by plan).Find candidates who really want YOUR job on ZipRecruiter. Try
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E482 A Haunted Coffee and a Propaganda Theatre - featuring That's Pretty Dark
10/05/2026 Duration: 01h41minIt's episode 482 and we're joined by our new ParaPods Network besties Kalyn and Christian from the podcast, That's Pretty Dark! First Em tells us some spooky tales from St. Helens, Oregon including the Klondike Tavern. Then we hand the reigns over to Kalyn and Christian to tell us all about a formative movie for Em that was filmed in St. Helens... Halloweentown! Don't miss this deep dive into nostalgia with surprisingly prescient allegories. Let's just say, it still holds up. And always remember to BE the haunted coffee you want to see in the world... and that's why we drink!Check out That's Pretty Dark podcast on all major listening platforms as they deep dive into the media that scared us as children and still haunts us (in all the best ways) today!Join millions banking fee-free with Chime—sign up in minutes at https://www.chime.com/drinkFor 50% off your order, head to https://DailyLook.com and use code DRINK.Stop settling for wines that don't quite hit the mark—head to https://tryfirstleaf.com/DRINK to s
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E481 Pizza Payments and Original Coffee Thoughts
03/05/2026 Duration: 01h38minIt’s Episode 481 and we’re learning all sorts of new words today! To kick us off Em takes us to Canada for one of their most haunted locations, the Tranquille Sanatorium. Then Christine covers the case of Virginia Russell sent to us by friend and listener Charlie. And join us in wishing Hank a very happy gotcha day! …and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our new Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Find Angry Orchard near you at https://angryorchard.com/ using the cider locator. Please drink responsibly.Refresh your spring wardrobe with Quince—visit https://quince.com/drink for free shipping and 365-day returns (now available in Canada).Get 3 months of premium wireless service for $15 a month at https://mintmobile.com/ATWWD with promo code ATWWD; upfront payment of $45 for the 3-month 5GB
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Listener Stories: Vol. 115 featuring. Nichole Bigley
01/05/2026 Duration: 01h15minWelcome to May! We’re here with our spring witch, Nichole Bigley from A Psychic's Story on ParaPods! This month we needed Nichole's expertise to help us deep dive into all your submitted angel stories. Y'all really delivered. We loved everything about this journey from guardian assholes to French time slips. And is that Christine inside Nichole's walls?? ...and that's why we drink!Want to hear more from Nichole? Check out A Psychic's Story wherever you get your podcasts, at https://www.apsychicsstory.com or @APsychicsStory on socials!___________________Try ZipRecruiter for free at https://ziprecruiter.com/DRINK to find candidates who really want your job.Explore coverage at https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/DRINK. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.Go to https://helixsleep.com/DRINK for 27% off sitewide, exclusive for listeners of And That's Why We Drink. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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E480 Clown Bags and Accidental Witchcraft
26/04/2026 Duration: 01h52minIt’s Episode 480 and we’re owning our New York Times Bestseller status! Today Em brings us to Michigan for the Allegan County Sheriff’s House & Old Jail Museum and its terrifying mannequins that change themselves. Then Christine brings us a more in depth coverage of a Harry Lacey who she wrote about in A Haunted Road Atlas: Next Stop. And please don’t take your meds with the watercolor water… and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our new Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Get up to 57% off and a free gift with code DRINK at https://FirstDay.com #sponsoredLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster—join at https://RocketMoney.com/DRINK Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code DRINK.Upgrade your sleep with Miracl