

And That's Why We Drink
Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz
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
Mentioned books

Oct 22, 2017 • 1h 28min
E38 An Alli-Ghost and the Gilded Eleventh Ballroom
How are you peeling? Because it’s time for episode 38, in which Em throws Allison an epic birthday, the recording room is haunted as ever, and we find out Christine is the oracle of our time. Don’t worry, there are also ghosts and murders.Em’s story is San Antonio, TX. Wait, no it’s not. But it is IN San Antonio, TX. It’s called the Menger Hotel and it’s haunted by a rude lady knitting, children playing with trains, and Teddy Roosevelt himself.Meanwhile, Christine tells the story of this mo-fo named John List, a guy who pretends to be deeply religious but is actually just a plain old family annihilator.We cleanse our palates with a Gio-scope, brought to you this week by the Onion (and our good friend Theron). Let’s Scorpi-Go!Oh and Ernesto, if you’re out there, let me buy you a drink.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 15, 2017 • 1h 4min
E37 Kyle Columbus and The Napoleon Complex but with Cannibalism
Thanks, Mr. Bagans. In episode 37, Em talks about a self-sabotaging building called the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Christine razzle-dazzles with the story Issei Sagawa, the creepy cannibal who roams free (and whines about it) to this day. And that's why we drink!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 8, 2017 • 58min
E36 A German Socialist Airbnb and a Myspace Lesbian Porno
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.

Oct 2, 2017 • 52min
Listener Stories: Vol. 8
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

Oct 1, 2017 • 1h 19min
E35 A Popcorn Fortune and a Friend Named Squirrel
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.

Sep 24, 2017 • 1h 6min
E34 A 200-lb Rat and the Dollar Store Plunger
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.

Sep 17, 2017 • 1h 29min
E33 Coughin’ on Coffins and #WereTheBride
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.

Sep 10, 2017 • 1h 28min
E32 Father Beelzebub and 4,000 Salutes
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

Sep 3, 2017 • 1h 37min
E31 Pretty Woman Status and the Paranormal Prairie Podcast
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

Sep 1, 2017 • 48min
Listener Stories: Vol. 7
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