And That's Why We Drink

Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz
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Aug 24, 2025 • 2h 30min

E446 Erratic Earthquake Cocktails and Ghostly Gay Icons

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 Links:Sandown Sam BUFORA JournalAll Colors Sam - in color Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast___________________Sign up for HelloFresh at http://hellofresh.com/DRINK10FM and get 10 free meals with a free item for life. Visit http://cornbreadhemp.com/drink and use code DRINK at checkout for 30% off your first order! To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to http://NakedWines.com/DRINK and use code DRINK for both the code AND PASSWORD. Go to http://Quince.com/drink for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to http://honeylove.com/drink! #honeylovepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 18, 2025 • 9min

Introducing: CONSPIRACY THEORIES, CULTS, AND CRIMES

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’t miss a single story. Listen and follow here: https://link.podtrac.com/ty4bsdul Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 17, 2025 • 2h 10min

E445 Fish Beneficiaries and Croissant Redemption Societies

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 take your style quiz and use code DRINK for 50% off your first order. That’s http://helixsleep.com/drink for 27% Off Sitewide. Exclusive for listeners of And That's Why We Drink. Make sure you enter our show name after checkout so they know we sent you! Grab an Angry Orchard Cider today. Don’t Get Angry. Get Orchard. Please Drink Responsibly. Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at http://mintmobile.com/ATWWD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 10, 2025 • 2h 3min

E444 A Long Island Iced Tea Bit and a Kaleidoscope of Jewelry

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 bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast___________________Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to http://Zocdoc.com/DRINK to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Take advantage of this exclusive offer: For a limited time, get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to http://hungryroot.com/drink and use code DRINK. Listeners of And That's Why We Drink can qualify to see a registered dietitian for as little as $0 by visiting http://FayNutrition.com/DRINK. Make everyday purchases count with Chime’s Secured Credit Builder Visa® Credit Card. Get started today at http://chime.com/DRINK If you think you or someone you know might be struggling with OCD, please don’t wait to get help. Go to https://NOCD.com and book a free call with their team to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 3, 2025 • 1h 31min

E443 A Chicken Run Playlist and a License to Clown - featuring Ladies & Tangents

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://open.spotify.com/playlist/0484ZdPtSBA4KVEqjGPeM1?si=NlwSJcmPTHyR6AjeC_aYKQ&pi=-mHFDRCXSmOh4 Want to go see the Ladies & Tangents Girls Gone Mild Tour? Visit https://www.ladiesandtangents.com/live-show for more info! Or catch them on socials @ladiesandtangents or listen wherever you get your podcasts! Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast___________________For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to http://nutrafol.com/ and enter the promo code DRINK. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to http://joinbilt.com/DRINK. Visit http://cornbreadhemp.com/drink and use code DRINK at checkout for 30% off your first order! Sign up for HelloFresh at http://hellofresh.com/DRINK10FM and get 10 free meals with a free item for life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 1, 2025 • 59min

Listener Stories: Vol. 106

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___________________To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to http://NakedWines.com/DRINK and use code DRINK for both the code AND PASSWORDFor And That’s Why We Drink listeners. Cure is offering 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best by visiting http://curehydration.com/DRINK  and using promo code DRINK at checkout. Get $5 off your next order at MagicSpoon.com/DRINK. Or look for Magic Spoon on Amazon or in your nearest grocery store. Get 35% off your entire order at Lolablankets.com by using code DRINK at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jul 27, 2025 • 2h 11min

E442 Interdimensional Naps and Synchronicity Seafood Dinners

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 Five FishermenHalifax explosion funeralRachel WinklerCameron Airpark Estates speed limit signs Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast___________________Go to http://quince.com/DRINK for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Listeners of And That's Why We Drink can qualify to see a registered dietitian for as little as $0 by visiting http://FayNutrition.com/DRINK. Grab an Angry Orchard Cider today. Don’t Get Angry. Get Orchard. Please Drink Responsibly Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to http://RocketMoney.com/drink today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jul 20, 2025 • 1h 6min

E441 Canada’s Sweetheart and Wingman of the Century

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, exclusive for listeners of And That’s Why We Drink! New members can try Audible now free for 30 days and dive into a world of new thrills. Visit Audible.com/DRINK or text DRINK to 500-500. Open your account in 2 minutes at chime.com/DRINK. For a limited time only, get 60% off your first order PLUS free shipping when you head to Smalls.com/DRINK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jul 13, 2025 • 2h 4min

E440 WeWorking with Ghosts and Devil’s Lettuce Friend Tattoos

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 information about Amy Gellert’s case is asked to contact:Brevard County Homicide UnitPhone: (321) 633-8413Email: majorcrimes@bcso.us Central Florida Crimeline:1-800-423-TIPS | 1-800-423-8477You can remain anonymous Photo Links:The Dunhill Hotel & in 1946 (as the Mayfair Hotel)Amy GellertDrawing of the knife used Want to see Christine and Xandy live? Visit https://www.beachtoosandy.com/ for tickets! Want to hear more from us? Subscribe to our bonus Yappy Hours on Patreon or Apple Podcasts! http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast___________________Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to http://Zocdoc.com/DRINK to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Start listening and discover what’s beyond the edge of your seat. New members can try Audible now free for 30 days and dive into a world of new thrills. Visit Audible.com/DRINK or text DRINK to 500-500. This year, skip breaking a sweat AND breaking the bank. Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at MINTMOBILE.com/ATWWD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jul 6, 2025 • 2h 25min

E439 Office Ghosts and Haunted Desk Drinks

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 Molly with the childrenJason and Margaret “Mags” FitzpatrickYoung Jack and Sarah Corbett - 1st photo - 2nd photoJason and Molly Corbett on their wedding dayThomas Martens and Molly CorbettJack and Sarah in the Netflix documentaryJack and Sarah outside the courthouse __________________________ Take advantage of this exclusive offer: For a limited time, get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to hungryroot.com/drink and use code DRINK Work on your financial goals through Chime today. Open an account in 2 minutes at chime.com/DRINK Get 15% off OneSkin with the code DRINK at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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