And That's Why We Drink E158 A Vodka Blanket and Radioactive Snow Angels
Feb 9, 2020
Prepare for a wild ride as two true-crime narratives unfold! The Dyatlov Pass Incident unveils mysterious disappearances, bizarre injuries, and chilling military conspiracy theories. Meanwhile, the shocking murder of Michigan hairstylist Kevin Bacon—no, not the actor—reveals a gruesome tale linked to a Grindr meetup and a killer's dark past. Expect twists, a vodka-fueled emergency buddy system, and a guest appearance from a sleepy pup as the hosts blend humor with chilling stories!
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Strange Tent Discovery And Missing Gear
- Em Schulz recounts the Dyatlov Pass group's trek, starting Jan 27, 1959, and how one hiker left early due to health issues.
- She describes the found tent, missing gear, and volunteers discovering belongings left behind, including vodka.
Internal Trauma Without External Signs
- Em highlights severe internal injuries in three hikers that resembled car-crash force yet lacked external wounds.
- She notes investigators ruled hypothermia for all while classifying files and restricting site access.
Avalanche Explanation Fails Key Tests
- Em outlines and critiques the avalanche theory: no avalanche signs, hikers' expertise, and calm footprints contradict panic flight.
- She cites terrain science and lack of repeated avalanches at the site as counterevidence.