And That's Why We Drink

And That's Why We Drink

Murder and the paranormal finally meet! Grab your wine and milkshakes and join us every Sunday for some chilling ghost stories and downright terrifying true crime stories. The world's a scary place. And that's why we drink!

Episodes

October 5, 2025 117 mins
It’s Episode 452 and today it’s oops! all creeps! Em is joined by Morgan Harris of Creeps & Crimes to bring you an all spooky episode as part of the ParaPods presents: Paraween Invasion of the Host Snatchers extravaganza! First Morgan covers the totally terrifying lore the Hat Man. Then Em brings us to Texas for a haunted hotel that maybe we’ve high fived at in a past life, the Emily Morgan Hotel. And who thinks we need a dog cam i...
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It’s tiiiimeee to kick off spooky season! Welcome to Paraween: Invasion of the Host Snatchers! Today Christine’s been snatched away and we have guest host Amanda from Live, Laugh, Larceny here with Em to cover a batch of Petty and Paranormal Halloween Crime tales. There’s karate master mishaps in haunted houses, classic dad ghost jokes from beyond the grave, and even a haunted sorority house. And can anyone tell us where to find fr...
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September 28, 2025 179 mins
It’s Episode 451 and is that Xiinön flying over the Sphinx with a frappuccino?! This week Em brings us the wild story of Ellen Sadler aka the Sleeping Girl of Turville. Then Christine covers the heartbreaking case of Blaze Nathan Bernstein and we have some choice words for anyone targeting queer folks for any reason. And, lastly, can anyone let Em know what savory means? ...and that’s why we drink! Photo Links:Blaze Nathan Bernste...
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September 21, 2025 86 mins
Welcome to episode 450, where we're getting haunted by Christine's latest estate sale acquisitions. This week Em brings us a South African folklore in the Tokoloshe. Then Christine covers the heartbreaking Tallahassee disappearance and murder of Lori Analise Page. And tune into Leona's future podcast to hear more about her open-eyed naps... and that's why we drink! Right now, And That’s Why We Drink listeners can save 30% on their...
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Besties, Boozers and Shakers! Welcome to our live studio sitcom aka Episode 449, where this week the pod is taken over by our friends and newest ParaPods recruits, Morgan and Taylar from Creeps and Crimes! To celebrate C&C joining the network, we've got a double two-parter extravaganza for everyone. First Morgan covers part one of the Smurl Family Haunting, the inspiration for the newest Conjuring movie. Then Taylar dives into part...
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It's episode 448 and we're here to yap our booties off! This week Em takes us to France for the The Moberly–Jourdain incident aka the Versailles Time Slip. Then Christine covers a case she's been wanting to share since she heard the Dateline podcast series, The Thing About Pam in a Ross Dress for Less, the murder of Betsy Faria. And sound off below on what color gatorade you would want poured over your head if you were a sports cel...
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September 1, 2025 75 mins
We’re flirting with spooky season because it’s officially Zeptember! And to kick it off right Eva’s collected a terrifying batch of haunted thrift store stories. There’s haunted dolls and clowns, ouija boards, and even an armchair story! And we can all agree that Mary Poppins is a witch, right? ...and that’s why we drink! P.S. Thank you to Patron Clarissa (She/Her) for submitting this month's theme!Want to hear more from us? Subsc...
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It’s Episode 447 and we’re just trying to feed our air hunger! This week Em brings the gradual gasps with the story of Jan Wolski and the Emilcin Abduction, a famous alien abduction case from Poland. Then Christine covers the tragic case of the Bishop Family Murders where the killer remains at-large to this day. And is anyone else hoping for a Hannah Montana Tour announcement? …and that’s why we drink! Photo Links:The Emilcin alie...
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Grab your favorite mocktails and cocktails because episode 446 is here and Detective Schiefer is on the case. This week Em covers the weird and semi-creepy cryptid Sam the Sandown Clown aka All Colors Sam. Then Christine brings us to Germany for the wildly interesting case of the Phantom of Heilbronn aka the Woman Without a Face. And is it time to bring back “having a beef”? Or is it just “beef”? …and that’s why we drink! Photo Li...
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From Jonestown to Heaven’s Gate, to the Octopus Murders and the Waco Siege, the world is full of deception, manipulation, and destruction. Listen to Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes every Wednesday as we explore the real people at the center of the world’s most shocking secrets and nefarious organizations. Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes is a Crime House Original powered by PAVE Studios.  Follow the show now so you don...
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Welcome to episode 445, where we discuss helping out Em's mortal enemies... fish. On the paranormal side of things, Em takes us to Old Melbourne Gaol (jail spelled the fun way). Then Christine covers the wild, conflicting case of Jade Janks and Tom Merriman. And can we revisit the idea of Em's psychic abilities? ...and that's why we drink! Photo Links:The Melbourne GaolThe Kelly ArmourNed Kelly Head to http://DailyLook.com to tak...
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Welcome to the Imalwayzcrazy444 Episode where we hear some crazy stories from Christine! This week Em takes us to Wales for the very old and haunted Skirrid Inn. Then Christine covers the tragic murder of Sophie Lionnet, an au pair from France. And who’s gonna help us bring back “sending out” for things? …and that’s why we drink! Photo Links:The Skirrid InnSophie LionnetMark Walton Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonu...
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Welcome to Episode 443’s sleepover with our friends Jeri and Ciara from Ladies & Tangents! You don’t want to be tardy for this party! So grab your coziest blanket and your favorite sleepover snacks and join us for some classic spooky urban legends that we may want to erase from our brains later. And is icing the Zoloft of baked goods? …and that’s why we tangent! Check out the And That’s Why We Tangent Spotify playlist here: https:...
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August 1, 2025 59 mins
Happy Leo season! This month Eva got Appalachia on the horn for a creepy batch of listener stories from one of Christine’s favorite spooky regions. This month’s haunted tales include some terrifying “not-deer” encounters, mysterious orbs, tales of long lost gold, and even a true crime adjacent story! So buckle up for the paranormal hoopla, and look out for not-a-deer… and that’s why we drink! Photo Links:Not a deer________________...
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It’s Episode 442 and we’ve crossed many deserts and come back from the beyond to be here! This week Em takes us to Halifax for the haunted Five Fishermen Restaurant where Christine and Blaise actually had dinner for their first anniversary! Then Christine covers the tragic and disturbing case of Rachel Winkler from California. And remember sometimes the world needs to bend to your will… and that’s why we drink! Photo Links:The Fiv...
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Woo, Yay, Boo! It’s episode 441 and we’re throwing it back to our first live show (and Em’s first time ever) in Canada! This week Em takes us to Deadman’s Island for some spooky encounters. Then Christine gifts Em with the story of the Vancouver Milkshake Murder. Stay tuned to see if Canadian kindness gives Christine’s Midwest politeness a run for its money… and that’s why we drink!  Go to helixsleep.com/drink for 27% Off Sitewide...
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It’s Episode 440 and would you look at that fancy new farm artwork Em got? This week for the very first time Em reports to us live from their story location! The most haunted room of the Dunhill Hotel in North Carolina. Then Christine takes us to Florida for the unfortunately still unsolved case of Amy Gellert. And do we need to start a new series of telling stories from haunted locations? …and that’s why we drink! Anyone with inf...
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Previously on “Blaise’s Office Ghost Situation”… It’s episode 439 and Christine has an update on her haunted house. This week Em takes us down south for the urban legend of Huggin’ Molly. Then Christine covers the heartbreaking case of Jason Corbett. And should we bring back 90’s infomercial products? …and that’s why we drink! Photo Links: Summon My Owner dog tag by NaughtyEngravers on EtsyMolly with the childrenAnother photo of ...
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July 1, 2025 52 mins
Introducing… The concept of July! It’s the first of the month which means another batch of stories submitted by you! Big thanks to Patron Kayla (she/her) for this month's theme of “swimming pool ghosts” which brought us some terrifying pool adjacent tales. So grab your favorite summer drink or FLT (fun little treat) while we crack into these stories. And don’t the let hat man in the pool absolutely desecrate the vibes… and that’s w...
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Episode 438 is here? Word, bird. This week Em takes us to Oregon for an undercut indie cryptid favorite, Colossal Claude aka the Columbia Bar Sea Serpent. Then Christine brings us back to Indiana to cover Part 2 of the Delphi Murders case. And stay on the lookout for our series of spooky cryptid kid stories… and that’s why we drink! Photo Links:⁠Colossal Claude⁠ Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Pat...
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