30 Morbid Minutes

Gathering around the fire and telling ghost stories during the holiday season was extremely in vogue during the Victorian Era. We explore how a tradition of yuletide terror came to be, and the authors behind it.Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code 30MM for 50% off 2 or more pairs of polarized sunglasses.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp — go to http://betterhelp.com/30MM to get 10% off your first month.Support us directly and get cool (and spooky) perks: 30mm.show/firstFollow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasamiClick here for the audio version: https://link.chtbl.com/30morbidminutes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What began as West Virginia folklore has since evolved into a red-eyed, caked-up, wide-winged sex symbol... It's the Mothman! We discuss whether Mothman is actually the harbinger of doom, or a passive ally with a bridge obsession. Please welcome our friends and guests Christie and Heather from the Sinisterhood Podcast! Go to https://mistymountaingaming.com and use code 30MM to get a FREE acrylic dice set of your choice when you spend $20 or more.Go to http://auraframes.com and use promo code 30MM to get $30 off their Carver Mat frame.Support us directly and get cool (and spooky) perks: 30mm.show/firstFollow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasamiClick here for the audio version: https://link.chtbl.com/30morbidminutes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Adolphe Sax, the blighted and beleaguered inventor of the saxophone, to Ann Hodges, who holds the distinction of being the only documented human hit by a meteorite, we pour one out for history's poor souls who just can't seem to catch a break. Go to http://auraframes.com and use promo code 30MM to get $30 off their Carver Mat frame.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp — go to http://betterhelp.com/30MM to get 10% off your first month.Support us directly and get cool (and spooky) perks: 30mm.show/firstFollow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasamiClick here for the audio version: https://link.chtbl.com/30morbidminutes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If other earth-like planets exist, there's a very real chance that some have developed intelligent life. If so, are our alien friends out there, but scared to communicate? Hidden from the general public by top secret government agencies? Or already living among us? We cover last July's congressional testimony, Dark Forest and Great Filter theories, and more.Go to http://meundies.com/30mm to get 25% off your first order plus free shipping.Go to http://AuraFrames.com to get 30 dollarswith the code 30MM.Support us directly and get cool (and spooky) perks: 30mm.show/firstFollow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasamiClick here for the audio version: https://link.chtbl.com/30morbidminutes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The thought of someone 'phrogging' -- living in you home, maybe in the crawlspace or walls -- without your knowledge or permission, is a terrifying one. We recount some of real life horror stories of this happening, and what you can do to detect unscrupulous phroggers in your home.Support us directly and get cool (and spooky) perks: 30mm.show/firstThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp — go to http://betterhelp.com/30MM to get 10% off your first month.Go to http://hellofresh.com/30mmfree and use code 30mmfree for one free breakfast item per box for life.Follow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasamiClick here for the audio version: https://link.chtbl.com/30morbidminutes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Revisit the '80s remake of the self-professed "cult classic of gooey greatness" with us, a staple of Jessica's childhood.Go to http://uncommongoods.com/30mm to get 15% off!Go to http://hatch.co/30mm to get $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 plus free shipping.Follow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasamiClick here for the audio version: https://link.chtbl.com/30morbidminutes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shaun the former EMT joins us to discuss some of his harrowing and memorable experiences in this life-saving field. Part 2!Go to http://uncommongoods.com/30mm to get 15% off!Follow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasamiClick here for the audio version: https://link.chtbl.com/30morbidminutes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A former EMT joins us to discuss some of the harrowing and memorable experiences in this life-saving field.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp — go to http://betterhelp.com/30MM to get 10% off your first month.Go to http://meundies.com/30mm to get 25% off your first order plus free shipping.Follow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasami Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prepare to lose your appetite... Soylent Green is PEOPLE!Go to http://expressvpn.com/30mm to get 3 extra months free.Go to http://hatch.co/30mm to get $20 off your purchase of a Hatch Restore 2 plus free shipping.Follow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasami Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A long requested topic, examining the mass hysteria that led to accusations of witchcraft and the subsequent hangings of 19 individuals in Salem, Massachusetts between February 1692 and May 1693.Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code 30MM for 50% off 2 or more pairs of polarized sunglasses.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp — go to http://betterhelp.com/30MM to get 10% off your first month.Follow us on Social:https://twitter.com/elysewillemshttps://twitter.com/JessicaVasami Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices