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Listener Stories: Vol. 77

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy March Madness (just our own madness, no basketball)! We're recording on Em's favorite day 2.22 and felt it was only fitting to bring you some sy...

E316 Em's Apothecary and a Tincture of Frenzy

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 316 at Em's Apothecary! We're here to cure what ails ya and bring you some creepy tales this week. First Em takes us on a wild ride...

E315 A Compendium on the Birds of Kentucky and a Celebrity Opossum

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 315 and you're invited to become obsessed with opossums like Christine and Eva! Em is also invited but has rejected said invitation. This...

E314 Haircuts for Haunted Dolls and Christine's October Elf on the Shelf

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 314, so call Lucy and tell everyone in the fiery place that we're throwing a big bash! We're celebrating our big 6th podcast anniversary ...

E313 Tommy Pickles Voice and Milkshake Throat

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy sweet 666, everyone! Get your Big Gulp milkshakes ready because episode 313 marks our darling, creepy podcast's 6th birthday! We could not be mo...

Listener Stories: Vol. 76

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy FebRuary, folks! We hope everything is still going well this year and you're enjoying February so far, however you celebrate. A mystery is afoot...

E312 Our AIM Renaissance and Our Cryptid Festival Year

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 312 we're suggesting you chew on Dr. Scholl's shoe inserts at your own risk. But we are recommending a cryptid festival road trip for any w...

E311 Vaudeville Canes and Hand-Clap Games

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 311 where we're having a very Drew Barrymore moment and we're basking in it! We hope you enjoy our cool and crazed energy today as ...

E310 The Town Shrieker and the Grape Escape

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 310 and despite the movie-magic of our recording schedule we actually haven't recorded in a month! Tune in as we catch up on anxiety and ...

E309 A Haunted Doll Book Club and a Murder Comic

08 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 309 and there continue to be no hinges to speak of in the new year! First Em kicks off 2023 with the many UFO encounters of Terrell Copel...

Listener Stories: Vol. 75

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year!! We're still committed to not making any predictions because of how terribly that's gone in the past (it's a moot pursuit) but we're w...

E308 Trenchfoot Animation and Ballhootin' Through the Holler

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy episode 308! We mean, New Year! We recorded ahead so we don't have any predictions for the new year yet but we're still bringing the creeps this...

E307 Secret Krampus and Creepy Cake

25 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Episode 307 is our official holiday episode where Em is bringing us a smorgasbord of creepy Christmas lore with Fr...

E306 Mailed Stale French Fries and Rogue Eyebrows

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 306 and since it's earlier for us than usual and we just saw each other in person, we're a little extra unhinged! But we're here to bring...

E305 An Onion of a Drink and a Real Life Fish Flop

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 305, where we're reading the fucking room! This week Em brings us a story we covered on Sinisterhood, the Greenbrier Ghost, the tal...

E304 Hand Paws and Wisconsinners

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 304, Mommy comes back to get you... Em passes on a family tradition in the form of an out of tune song from traveling moms. Then they bring...

Listener Stories: Vol. 74

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy unhinged Honda-days! Christine is channeling multiple demons to bring us another rendition of "Christmastime is here" but we're all about helpin...

E303 A Pumpkin Head and a Biased Bisexual

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 303, the floor of Christine's lucid dream is covered in mouse traps set by Em! And what are your intentions for our daughter, we mean, airc...

E302 An Elbow Eyebrow and an Asparagus Salad

20 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s episode 302 and Christine has another ghost story she’s been waiting to tell Em on the podcast! Then Em brings us the dramatic, Victorian par...

E301 Jack-o-lantern Moths and Spooky Smiles

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trick or treat! We're trying to prove that it's always spooky season for us, so today Em is bringing us the history of Halloween traditions. Then Chri...

E300 Bougie Ghost Hunting and Wafts of Fog Friends

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s here, it’s happening, it’s our 300th! We can’t believe we’ve been here for 300 years, we mean episodes. We wanted to do something speci...

Listener Stories: Vol. 73

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy two days after our Atlanta costume contest live show (we mean November)! Christine has her celebratory headband on today and Em's costume hasn't...

E299 A Lesson in Filaments and a Future Ghost Prank

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Halloweekend, boozers and shakers!! We can't believe we missed a Halloween/300th celebration crossover by one episode but we'll take it. Episode...

E298 A Merch Bag of Dirt and the Latest Sensation for Jaded Lovers of Uncanny Things

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 298, the mighty have fallen... Christine has gotten Covid. But spooky season is lifting our spirits so this week we're bringing you two cre...

E297 A Halloween Holiday Gift and Justice for Book

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Hocus Pocus community: It's episode 297 and Em has some thoughts! Including giving all the awards to the actor and/or CGI artist behind Book. We...

E296 A Lemon Planchette Read-a-Long Graphic and a Material Girl Coffin

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 296 where Eva had a doctor's appointment so we're fending for ourselves, Lord of the Flies style! As promised, Em brings us the wil...

E295 A Yak Attack and a Kidnapper's Soundcloud

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 295, let's get into some spookiness! This week Em thought you were owed enough ghost stories to fill a whole town so is bringing us the t...

Listener Stories: Vol. 72

01 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Halloween season!! We've got some extra scary listener stories this October to get you in the spirit: everything from demons in church camp Pola...

E294 Strawberry Eyeballs and Our Wildest Autumnal Dreams

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 294 and it's been 105 degrees in Los Angeles, meaning it's more important than ever to commit to our wildest autumnal dreams! This week E...

E293 A Hottie Without a Body and the Fun Factory

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 293 where we're lighting safe-ish "good-bye" candles for spooky show and tell! Join us for a thoroughly unhinged episode and a mons...

E292 Hellhound Belly Rubs and Caveman Ghost Tchotchkes

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 292 and we're being very brave about tummy aches! This week Em brings us the lore of U.S. Highway 66 and learns, yet again, about Christi...

E291 Router Hauntings and Our Weekly World News Broadcasting Voices

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 291 and we love the theatrics! This week Em brings us the wild tale of Batsquatch, who may just come with their own cryptid poetry. Then ...

Listener Stories: Vol. 71

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Zesty Zeptember! It's officially fall, as far as we're concerned and we've got some spooky scandals to knock your witchy socks off. We love...

E290 Psychic Surgery Dreams and Christine's Principles of Magic

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 290 and we're officially in the Troll Hole! This week Em brings us some nicks, knacks, nooks and crannies as well as the scary story of t...

E289 Jewish Deli Chocolate Milk and Microsoft PowerPoint Dissolve Ghosts

21 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 1... we mean 289! If you're in a funk, don't worry, because Christine can get you out of it with her creepy real life story of seei...

Special Episode: 2nd Annual Cryptids Unscripted Poetry Slam and Charity Auction!

21 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In lieu of a cursed livestream we're bringing you our second annual poetry slam as a special bonus episode! This year we're diving into the realm of S...

E288 A Podcast Done via Ouija Board and a Bewitched Cow

14 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hello! It's episode 288, tune in to see if the entire show is done via ouija board because Em's heart may have actually stopped this week. Post-ambula...

E287 The Gay Bathroom Invite Revisited and a Selection of Mothman Mugs

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 287 where we have a crush on everybody! But we also feel unwell due to Em's story. This week Em brings us the unbelievable story of...

Listener Stories: Vol. 70

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Armchair August! We're surprising Em with the theme they demanded and then forgot about. They got a little tangled in their own puppet stri...

E286 A Middle Finger Lemon Manicure and the Devil's Night-Time Corn Walk

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 286 and we were both very brave today! This week Em brings us the lore of the Devil's Tramping Ground in North Carolina. Is it the place ...

E285 An Emergency Bag Escape Room and a Pantsless Recording

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 285, where Christine is changing diapers by lantern light! This week Em does a double feature rodent cryptid round up with the tale...

E284 The Troll Hole Em-porium and the Time Traveling Wedgie Patrol

17 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 284, where we have some dangerous banter wiggle room! This week, we're embarrassed we didn't know about Em's topic, the ginger bisc...

E283 A Psychic Wordle Turtle and a Tangent Lasagna

10 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 283 and Christine has stopped sleep-honking! Join us for another round of Brazilian alien encounters with the Mirassol Abductions, brough...

E282 A Sleep Zoo and a Big Gay Bathroom

03 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 282, a perfectly chaotic episode, and let's just not reject Em in their own gay bathroom, OK? First Em covers the Maringa Abduction aka t...

Listener Stories: Vol. 69

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are we holding a grudge against July? Maybe! Can Leona sense Em's sandwich vibes from across the country? Definitely! Has Evil Eva redeemed herself fr...

E281 A Gossip Corner Dinner Trap and Facts Served Up on a Celery Dish

26 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 281 and celery vases are so out but celery plates are in! First Em dishes it out with their story on the Emlen Physick Estate in Cape May...

E280 Emothy Phantom and the Walt Disney of Ghosts

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An exorcist, a medium and a priest walk into a bar... it's episode 280 and we've got the paranormal goods for ya! This week, Em dives back into their ...

E279 Burnt Microphones and the Hauntland

12 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No AC? No worries! This week, in episode 279, the ghosts will keep you cold. Today Em brings us the tale of the Becker family haunting aka the first t...

E278 A Birthday Demon and a Lunar Lemon

05 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's our birthday episode and Christine's podcast room might be turning into Jumanji?! Please hold for Blaise to come save us from multiple bugs. Firs...

Listener Stories: Vol. 68

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's birthday season, we're feeling ghoulish and we're here for some feral chaos! This month for our birthdays Eva went all out with a wild and irreve...

E277 A Grass-Fed Cryptid and Trash Snacks

29 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready because episode 277 is chock full of paranormal postpartum anxiety and a real cryptid "will they/won't they"! First Em covers a cryptid know...

E276 Christine Junior and Our Flatlined Sanity

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 276 and our sanity has finally flatlined! Also, Wyoming, we love you and we see you. And might have forgotten all the other states that s...

E275 The Thneed of Kentucky and the Stigmata of Squidward Tentacles

15 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 275 and we've got some coffin candle updates! This week Em takes us to the homeland of our pal CK (who we recently met in person for the ...

E274 Psychic Clouds and a Literal Goldmine

08 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 274, Em learns science again and teaches us all about the Stone Tape (not Stone Soup) Theory, which attempts to explain how hauntings work....

E273 The Jim Halpert of Ghosts and the People Pleasing Outlaw

01 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 273 and we're having a Missouri moment! First Em takes us to the Missouri State Penitentiary, also known as the bloodiest 47 acres in Ame...

Listener Stories: Vol. 67

01 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stop, drop and roll, everyone, it's almost our birthdays! We've all got a month to prepare. Today we're reading your stories of tarot card coincidence...

E272 The Most Emo Cryptid and the Emcyclopedia

24 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 272 and the ice worms are back again... join us on a wild journey as Em takes us to the forests of northern Pennsylvania to cover the muc...

E271 A Top-Heavy Brain and a Beer Can Easter

17 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Easter! Did you know the best way to praise Jesus is to sing Leona Lewis's Bleeding Love to him at a sleepover? Em's childhood self might objec...

Introducing… Rituals

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re so excited to share a sneak peek of the very first episode of our new podcast, Rituals! Every week, Christine and Em are dishing on the dark a...

E270 A Gold-Dipped Pickle and the Empurrress

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 270 and "hesitantly on board" is our M-O! First Em covers a story that sounds vaguely familiar (and Christine uncovers the truth later in...

E269 Cardiologically Speaking and a Magical Scarf Swoosh

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 269, where we happen to know a lot about applesauce. This week Em takes us out west to the Twin Bridges Orphanage, which almost bec...

Listener Stories: Vol. 66

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet, where we read the spookiest stories in the most dramatic fashion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

E268 A Sea Shanty for Christine and Paranormal FaceTime

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 268 and Em's been practicing their sea shanties for Christine! This week Em takes us to Guthrie, Oklahoma for the story of the Stone Lion...

E267 Wooing Tactics and the Emothy Sunrise

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 267 aka the Christine Schiefer Show! Where Em can't hear the mixer sound effects so it's all up to Christine. We also dive into qui...

E266 Em's Condemned Troll Hole and a Ouija Related Genital Bridge

13 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The other shoe just dropped... onto Christine's mixer and we've discovered some great sound effects! Join us for some audio adventures in episode 266 ...

E265 Generation Xiinön and Intergalactic Instant Messages

06 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Twosday! Em's celebrating by sending themself the most precious gift from the past and teaching us all a lesson in self care. They're also bring...

Listener Stories: Vol. 65

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Pisces season! We're all half a fool here, especially little Leona on her almost half birthday. Join us this month for a rolicking spooky t...

E264 Our Newfound Noodles and Christine's Quantum Thoughts

27 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 264 where we're using our newfound noodles to bring you this week's spooky stories! First Em takes us way out into the woods to cov...

E263 Best Friend TV Show Betrayal and the Era of Frappuccinos

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's an EVP again? It's episode 263 and the ghosts just have a few questions about the ghost hunting equipment. This week Em takes us to North Caro...

E262 The Quadratic Formula for Our Crushes and AIM Screen Name Numerology

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

She's baaaaa-aaaaack! Our favorite trashy-classy goddess has returned from her parental leave and we're clocking a 1000/10 on the numerology attitude...

E261 Supernatural Roaches and Ghost Potatoes

06 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 261, the last episode before we get Christine back for good! And who better to close out Christine's parental leave than Leona's ot...

Listener Stories: Vol. 64

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Every cup has a story, so please compliment our under-recognized mug collections! Especially because it's Christine's first episode back! We're so thr...

E260 Detective Spatula and Beard Forensics

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 260 and the human race is in peril once again! Please welcome the closer of our Wine and Crime guest host series, Amanda! First, Em cover...

E259 Ectoplasm Happy Hour and a Haunted Lawnmower

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 259 and we have the second in our series of Wine and Crime co-hosts with Lucy! This week we cover a lot of bases (pun intended) as Lucy b...

E258 One Titty Out History and Eternal Skinny Dipping

16 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 258, boozers, shakers and Wine & Crime Coven! We're so grateful to kick off our last month of Christine's parental leave with the W...

E257 Xandy's Castle Roommate and Spicy Lighthouse Decor

09 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 257 where we deep dive into all of our hyper-fixations! Most importantly, for Xandy's last episode we have not one, but two lighth...

E256 The Quest for Vegan Fried Chicken and Waffles and a Ghost's Nightcap

02 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! It's episode 256 and we're not judging any vegans today but we certainly are judging anyone who loves candy corn as much as Xandy. Buc...

Listener Stories: Vol. 63

01 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Neutral New Year, everyone! We're trying to keep it low key in terms of expectations for this year considering some of our last predictions... b...

E255 Holiday Cryptid Friends and a Very Merry Christinemas

26 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Christmastime is here... and so is the original cork-toothed pirate, the unhinged Shifter herself, CHRISTINE! What more perfect time to have an interm...

E254 The Bunnyman Bridge 5K and Pre-Halloween Santa Hats

19 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're going wild with "fun" facts today for episode 254, from Runescape to shoe buckles to the last woman hanged in New York State! For Xandy's seco...

E253 The Funcle Takeover and the Crimes of Christine

12 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who's guest hosting episode 253? Well, let's just say, it's very high and he doesn't like ladders... it's Uncle Xandy! We have the sorry fool who sha...

E252 B-List Ghosts and French Diamond Thief Girlboss Energy

05 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meet us at the floating ghost beer, because it's episode 252 and we're still at the haunted bar! Em finishes their two-part series on the Glen Tavern...

Listener Stories: Vol. 62

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Christmastime is here! Join Em wrapped in Christmas lights and Allison for some spiked hot chocolate with peppermint schnapps and wilted whipped cream...

E251 Mercury in the Microwave and a Ghost's Attic Speakeasy

28 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 251 and we've got our carb enhancing oil ready! Em starts the first in their two part series on the hauntings of the Glen Tavern Inn of ...

E250 An Engineer of Good Times and Witches on Speed Dial

21 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're going rogue to robe and hosting bread candle seances, folks! It's Eva's second episode and we're talking paranormal, true crime and A...

E249 The Devil's Timeshare and Sleepwalking Mouths

14 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome, Leona! It's Christine's parental leave, so we're inviting people close to her on the show to guest host until she's back. This week we welcom...

E248 Paranormal Preschool Gossip and June's Podcast Calendar Models

07 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Does labor feel like being shot in the stomach? Tune in to Christine's last episode before Leona's arrival!! Em finishes their series on the Perron Fa...

Listener Stories: Vol. 61

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Happy November! We're kicking off Christine's maternity leave with our first special guest host: Allison! This month Em and Allison read your creepy s...

E247 Roach Milk and Em-raphobia

31 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Halloween! What a special, spooky occasion that Halloween would fall on the actual day of an episode release. Christine is still with child in ...

E246 A Wall of Lava Lamps and Christine the Cackle Burger Witch

24 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Please don't give us salads this week, because Christine is taking us to Burger Chef! But first, Em covers a haunting so wild it's known as the Amityv...

E245 Napkin Hating Ghosts and an Immortal Pregnancy Portal

17 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our napkins are on the floor and our wigs are being ripped off by ghosts this week... episode 245 is a doozy! Em takes us to Scotland for the Ringcrof...

E244 A Demonic Cricut Cutter and Mercury's Mindflight

10 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's here! The reunion episode we alluded to on Instagram! We're back together in person for episode 244 to try to make Christine's water break throug...

E243 A Baker's Dozen No One Invited to the Party and a Bad Donut

03 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Can you pronounce the word for the fear of Friday the 13th? We're not sure we can but we've got some great fun facts for you! This week, to usher in t...

Listener Stories: Vol. 60

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

HAPPY OCTOBER, BOOZERS AND SHAKERS!! Are you ready for some creepy, Halloween stories as well as some millennial commiseration? Our arms are already ...

E242 UFO Potholes and Our Collective Eyebrow

26 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 242 and, as humans, we mustn't get too technologied, at least according to Em's UFO story! This week they're taking us to the Ariel schoo...

E241 Time Travel Art and Cubed Wombat Poop

19 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 241, where we’re hiding flasks and iPhones in Nancy Reagan’s memoir! Em is also making plans to shop for purple t-shirts at Tar...

E240 A Haunted Hotline and a Vegan Doc Marten Sized Baby

12 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 240! We've got the conclusions to both of our two-parters this week. First Em closes out the history of Ed and Lorraine Warren and ...

E239 A Trash Pile of Ghostly Magazines and the Paranormal D.A.R.E. Program

05 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 239 and we've got some big stories for you! First Em covers the history of famed paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren (includ...

Listener Stories: Vol. 59

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Zeptember! We’re here with a grab bag of creepy stories for you…or is it just Em and a collection of audio clips of Christine gasping? We’...

E238 Bagelbites with Italian Seasoning and a Summer Camp Forensics Degree

29 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who is the Italian Bagelbites? Tune in to Episode 238 to find out! Em covers a creepy kid story for Christine with the tale of Azzurrina the ghost chi...