And That's Why We Drink

Discover the haunted and tragic history of Cleveland's Franklin Castle, rumored murders and partying German Socialists. Hear the chilling story of the Bathtub Girls, who planned and executed their own mother's murder. Plus, enjoy lighthearted discussions on folklore, friendship, astrology, and healthy eating.

It’s our eighth listener’s episode! I know we say this every month, but it’s one of our best yet. In this episode we read your crazy stories, including a death-filled visit to LA, relentless Gettysburg ghosts, an aggressive poltergeist, and an encounter with our pal ZOZO! BUCKLE UP! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast, the hosts discuss haunted houses in Wisconsin and New Orleans, as well as a shocking true crime case. They also talk about their experiences in high school, upcoming events, and shipping merchandise. Plus, they mention the benefits of a new house for organization and efficiency.

In this episode, the hosts discuss their new recording studio setup. They share terrifying experiences, including the haunting of Jackie Hernandez. They also explore the story of Austrian serial killer Jack Unterweger, who became a successful writer and advocate for prison reform. The episode features entertaining discussions on salsa obsession, digital picture frames, and a crime reporter's deception.

Lisa Lampanelli, the Queen of Mean, joins the podcast to hilariously talk about getting her orphans mixed up and reenacting her teenage fight with the devil. Em covers the Rolling Hills Asylum and Christine covers the infamous serial-killer-couple Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka.

In episode 32, we learn about the princes of hell and their love of philosophical chats. We also discuss whether Velma from Scooby Doo got Lasik Eye surgery by now and reveal some exciting news at the end of the episode!More importantly, this episode features the demonic possession of Anna Ecklund, who was hexed by her father at a young age and lived with demons for her entire life and Luka Rocco Magnotta, a really terrible guy who does really terrible things to both kittens and humans.This episode is sponsored by Classic Kevin - one of our favorite $25 Patreon donators! Check Mirths and Monsters out here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mirths-and-monsters/id1273301982?mt=2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In episode 31, we quickly learn that this is not a history podcast, so leave your note-taking at the door. Other notable moments include Christine’s pants falling off, the announcement of our first Facebook Live event, and the monumental discovery that Em’s grandmother published a book on menopause.As far as stories go, Em takes Christine back in time to drink a couple a’ cowboys under the table at the Driskill Hotel, and Christine takes Em back in time to their glory days as Millennial Spiritualists in Southeast Kansas, hanging with America’s first serial killers, the Bloody Benders.And that’s why we drink! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can you believe it's month seven of us reading your craziest ghost and hometown murder stories?! To be honest, we can't either. And that's why we drink! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 30 doesn’t disappoint. It’s quite a doozy, so don’t say we didn’t warn you. Christine shows off her (very limited) knowledge of the steel industry when Em tells her about the Sloss Furnaces, an extremely terrifying and haunted landmark in Birmingham, AL. Meanwhile, Em is haunted by more disembodied feet and Christine’s lame dad jokes.Then, Christine finally bites the bullet and tells the tragic tale of Sylvia Liken’s death. (Don’t blame me - you guys asked for it!) All we can say is, you think it can’t get any worse, and then it does.This episode is sponsored by Coke/Dope.**Not really. Please don’t sue us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore the spooky experiences of a haunted hotel, childhood clothing choices, paranormal occurrences at the Jefferson Hotel, and a Scottish serial killer and movie inspiration.