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by Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz | Para Pods
Murder and the paranormal finally meet! Grab your wine and milkshakes and join us for some chilling ghost stories and downright terrifying true crime stories. The world's a scary place. And that's why we drink!
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Cue the graduation music because it’s Episode 504, our 10-year friendiversary, Christine’s final episode, AND the end of spooky season! What better way to send Christine off than for Em to bring it full circle with the tales of the ghosts of SpongeBob, complete with costume changes you’re not gonna want to miss. Then Christine saved a big one for her final story: the infamous female serial killer, Aileen Wuornos. And never forget, Every Villain Is LEMONS… and that’s why we drink!While she will no longer be on the airwaves of ATWWD, you can still catch Christine on socials @xtineschiefer, on YouTube at @hexhealing, and over on her other podcast Beach Too Sandy Water Too Wet!___________________Get $15 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code DRINK.Go to https://shopbeam.com/ATWWD and use code ATWWD to get up to 42% offhttps://quince.com/drink Get the best deals on Ember at https://ember.com/drink and let them know you heard about it from And That's Why We Drink.https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/DRINK The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. For terms and conditions visit: https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/more-info/state-documents-and-sample-policies/ . Products are underwritten by either Independence American Insurance Company (NAIC #26581), or United States Fire Insurance Company (NAIC #21113) and distributed by PTZ Insurance Agency Ltd.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s Episode 503, and not even upset stomachs and injured hands can keep us from our regularly scheduled spooky programming! This week Em covers a classic, Stephen King’s Christine both the book and film adaptation. Then Christine covers Part Three of the Murdaugh Murders, wrapping up this wild case. And is anyone else ready for their Halloween main character moment? …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!___________________ Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster—join at https://RocketMoney.com/DRINK .Head to https://factormeals.com/drink50off and use code drink50off to get 50% off and 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year, while supplies last until 10/31/2026. See website for more details.https://mintmobile.com/atwwd Save time and meet great candidates sooner with ZipRecruiter—try it for FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/DRINK.Ready to give your liver the support it deserves? Head to https://dosedaily.co/DRINK or enter DRINK to get 35% off your first subscription. Try it for 3 months and see how you feel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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 that’s why we drink!P.S. Don’t forget to take your meds!! 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!______________________________https://chime.com/drinkFor 50% off your order, head to https://DailyLook.com and use code DRINK.Go to https://shopbeam.com/ATWWD and use code ATWWD to get up to 42% off during Beam's Cyber Sale—just $1.25 per night for the best sleep of your life.Don't get angry, get Orchard this Halloween! Visit https://angryorchard.com/ and use the cider locator to find the Thriller Pack near you.Upgrade your glasses with Zenni—visit https://zenni.com/podcast and use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order plus free shipping on US orders over $65.Machine Washable Rugs, Made Better. For a limited time only, our listeners get 10% off + free shipping at https://tumbleliving.com/DRINK #Tumble #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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 can’t have a saloon… 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! ___________________ Find pieces made for real life and get even more value with Wayfair Rewards—join today to get five percent back on every purchase at https://wayfair.com . Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/DRINK ! #honeylovepod https://quince.com/drink Go to https://helixsleep.com/drink for 20% off sitewide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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 up with ghosts being seen on walls?? …and that’s why we drink!P.S. CONGRATULATIONS to our wonderful Eva on getting married! We had the best time celebrating with you at the beautiful Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab. To learn more about Best Friends you can visit: https://bestfriends.org/.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 !___________________Don't get angry, get Orchard this Halloween! Visit https://angryorchard.com/ and use the cider locator to find the Thriller Pack near you.Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://Lolablankets.com by using code DRINK at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets.Save time and meet great candidates sooner — with ZipRecruiter. Try it FOR FREE at http://ZipRecruiter.com/drink .Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster—join at https://RocketMoney.com/DRINK . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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 brings us some history on Old Timey Forensics, which includes missing body parts, ancient insect forensics, and touches on some cases we’ve covered over the years. So thank you for coming along with us on this wild, weird, spooky, and surprisingly lemon-filled ride for all these years. We genuinely couldn’t have made it to 500 without you… 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!___________________Go to https://curehydration.com/drink and get 20% off your first order with promo code DRINKLet 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.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/ATWWD and book a free call with their team to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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 bit of synchronicity, Bethany covers a true crime case with a paranormal twist: the mysterious disappearance of Jacobo Grinberg. And if we ever vanish without a trace, we’ll find you in the lattice… and that’s why we drink!Links:Willowbrook: The Last Great Disgrace, Geraldo Rivera’s exposeWant 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!___________________https://quince.com/drinkGet 40% off your first Hungryroot order plus a free item in every box for life at https://hungryroot.com/DRINK with code DRINK.Explore coverage at https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/DRINK The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insuranceTry ZipRecruiter to post your job FOR FREE at http://ziprecruiter.com/DRINK . 4 out of 5 employers who post on ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day.Head to https://dosedaily.co/DRINK or enter code DRINK to get 35% off your first subscription.Go to https://helixsleep.com/drink for 27% off sitewite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
**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 choices. And who wants to see a new interview style ghost hunting show with Em? Let us know in the comments… 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!___________________Our listeners get the Flamingo Starter Set for just $7 at https://www.shopflamingo.com/DRINK Upgrade your glasses with Zenni—go to https://zenni.com/podcast and use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order plus free shipping on US orders over $65. Styles sell out, so don't wait.Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster—join at https://RocketMoney.com/DRINK .https://chime.com/drink https://mintmobile.com/atwwd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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