And That's Why We Drink

It’s Episode 410 and we just want to be hot potatoes in a prime nap zone. Today Em brings us the wild hauntings of an elementary school turned steakhouse saloon, the Adobe Deli, formerly the Lewis Flats School in New Mexico. Then Christine brings us the case of Mike Barajas, where the murderer will do anything to get from A to B. And don’t forget the three R’s, Respect, Rat Catching, and Rattlesnake Wrangling …and that’s why we drink! The Pour Decisions Tour is going back on the road this Spring! Catch us in a whole new batch of cities from Seattle to Boston. Get your tickets today at https://www.andthatswhywedrink.com/live ______________________ Go to http://zbiotics.com/DRINK to learn more and get 15% off your first order when you use DRINK at checkout. Save on the perfect gift by visiting http://auraframes.com to get $35-off Aura’s best-selling CarverMat frames by using promo code DRINK at checkout. Stress less, sleep more, and live better with Calm. Get 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at http://calm.com/DRINK Go to BLUENILE.com to shop Blue Nile, the original online jeweler since 1999! Enjoy the holidays while keeping your financial goals on track with Chime. Open your account in 2 minutes at http://chime.com/DRINK Chime. Feels like progress. Banking services and debit card provided by The Bancorp Bank, N.A. or StrideBank, N.A.; Members FDIC. SpotMe eligibility requirements and overdraft limits apply. Direct deposit timing depends on submission of payment file. Boosts are available to eligible Chime members enrolled in SpotMe® and are subject to monthly limits. Fees apply at out-of-network ATMs and for OTC withdrawals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for tuning in to 98.ATWWD where Christmastime is here and so is Episode 409. Today Em brings us the story of the haunted Sword Gate House in Charleston. Then Christine covers the heavy case of the murder of Erik Poltorak. And are you all as obsessed with gift wrapping rooms as us? Let us know! …and that’s why we drink! Love our banter and want to hear more? Join us on Patreon for our weekly Yappy Hour bonus episodes on Mondays every week! Visit https://www.patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast to join today! ______________________ Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code DRINK at http://lumepodcast.com/DRINK #lumepodGift luxury this holiday season without the luxury price tag. Go to http://quince.com/drink for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order. Audible. There’s more to imagine when you listen. Go to http://audible.com/DRINK and discover all the year’s best waiting for you. DraftKings is offering a warm welcome to new players with $100 INSTANTLY IN CASINO CREDITS with just a $10 wager. Plus, EVERYONE can get in on the action with a holiday reward every week! So, sign up with code ATWWD because the holiday cheer is here! Only on DraftKings Casino. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit CCPG.org. Please play responsibly. 21+. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. Eligibility restrictions apply. New customers only. Opt-in required. Casino Credits are non-withdrawable and expire in 168 hours. Terms at http://casino.draftkings.com/promos Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at AuraFrames.com. Use code DRINK at checkout to save! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PASS! The Cranberry Sauce, it’s Episode 408 and we are definitely more certain about what a pilgrim is than a mulberry bush. Today Em takes us to Maryland for the haunted Hampton House where the ghosts seem to move themselves in. Then Christine brings us the upsetting and plot twist filled case of Sarah Stern. And to all the Cygnets and Scorpios out there, Christine is here for you… and that’s why we drink!Don’t miss the last chance to see our Pour Decisions Tour for this year in San Francisco and San Diego THIS WEEK! Get your tickets at: www.andthatswhywedrink.com/live ______________________ Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at http://AuraFrames.com Use code DRINK at checkout to save! This exclusive Black Friday Cyber Monday deal is their best of the year, so don’t miss out! Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/DRINK Enjoy the holidays while keeping your financial goals on track with Chime. Open your account in 2 minutes at http://chime.com/DRINK Chime. Feels like progress. Go to BlueNile.com to shop Blue Nile, the original online jeweler since 1999! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christmas tiiiiimeeee is hereeee. Happy December everyone! This month Eva has collected an awesome and wild batch of stories for us from SWAT team and police standoffs, to men in the ceiling and grandpas in the floorboards, plus some aeronautical engineer insights into UFOs? It’s a doozy! So may the aliens be friendly when they approach us and cheers to kicking off the last month of the year… and that’s why we drink! Don’t miss the last chance to see our Pour Decisions Tour for this year in San Francisco and San Diego THIS WEEK! Get your tickets at: www.andthatswhywedrink.com/live ______________________ Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at http://AuraFrames.com Use code DRINK at checkout to save! This exclusive Black Friday Cyber Monday deal is their best of the year, so don’t miss out! Pretty Litter’s amazing! You have to try it. Save 20% on your first order and get a free cat toy with code ATWWD at https://PrettyLitter.com/atwwd To take advantage of their best sale of the year for up to 30% off your entire order, go to Blueland.com/DRINK Cut your wireless bit to just 15 bucks a month for the first 3 months as a new customer by going to MintMobile.com/DRINK Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to Zocdoc.com/DRINK to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Episode 407 and we’re just skeletons trying our best. This week Em takes us to Mississippi for the wild hauntings of the Cahill Mansion/the Gregory House, which is said to be “a house that has more issues than Vogue”. Then Christine covers the upsetting Part 2 of the Jaycee Lee Dugard kidnapping that just makes us need to say that women are SO strong. And look out for our humorous humerus jokes this week …and that’s why we drink! Come join us for our final two fall shows of The Pour Decisions Tour which is sure to bring plenty of gasps, laughs, and frights! Get your tickets at: andthatswhywedrink.com/live ! ______________________ Get cozy in Quince's high-quality wardrobe essentials. Go to Quince.com/drink for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Unlock your best skin with @‌iRestorelaser and save on their biggest offer of the year at irestorelaser.com/DRINK #irestorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 406 is here and so is Juniper to take a bite from Christine after her nap. This week Em brings us the history and spooky hauntings of the Griggs Mansion, built by Chauncey Griggs - not to be confused with our SIM Chauncey Bliss. Then Christine kicks off her multi-part story on the kidnapping of Jaycee Lee Dugard, a heartbreaking tale with a twist straight out of a Disney movie. And don't forget to take some self care time to color, or draw, or rot on the couch this week like us, you deserve it! ...and that's why we drink! Only four more shows remaining in our Fall Pour Decisions Tour! Come see us in Atlanta, Charleston, San Francisco or San Diego. Get your tickets at andthatswhywedrink.com/live today! Get 10 FREE meals at HelloFresh.com/freedrink. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Right now, our listeners get an additional 15% off any annual membership at MASTERCLASS.com/DRINK There’s more to imagine when you listen. New members can try Audible now free for 30days with your first audiobook included. VisitAudible.com/DRINK or text DRINK to 500-500. Make your fall finances a little greener by working towards your financial goals with Chime. Open your account in 2 minutes at chime.com/DRINK. Feels like progress. SimpliSafe is offering our listeners exclusive early access to their Black Friday Sale. This week only, you can get 60% off any new system with a select professional monitoring plan. This is their best offer of the year! Head to SIMPLISAFE.com/drink. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Episode 405 and we need to know how many pieces of candy are in 15lbs worth? This week Em has ruined their algorithm to bring us the wild story of the Dildo Monster aka the Monster of Dildo Pond from Newfoundland. Then Christine takes us to Minnesota for the unfortunate case of the kidnapping of Jacob Wetterling. And have you seen our legs? …and that’s why we drink!Only a few live shows left this Fall! Come join us for The Pour Decisions Tour which is sure to bring plenty of gasps, laughs, and frights! Get your tickets at: andthatswhywedrink.com/live ! ______________________ Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/DRINK Get cozy in Quince's high-quality wardrobe essentials. Go to Quince.com/drink for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Unlock your best skin with @iRestorelaser and save on their biggest offer of the year at irestorelaser.com/WEDRINK #irestorepod Go to zbiotics.com/DRINK to learn more and get 15% off your first order when you use DRINK at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you seen our skeleton legs? It’s episode 404 and we’re recapping our Halloweens as homeowners - we swear we give out handfuls of candy not just one piece at a time! This week Em takes us to Yellowstone and the tale of the hauntings of the Old Faithful Inn. Then Christine brings us the second part in her series on the wild story of Victoria Cilliers. And for all that is spooky, please vote this Tuesday (info below)… and that’s why we drink! For more info on where and how to vote, go to vote.orgThere’s more to imagine when you listen. New members can try Audible now free for 30 days with your first audiobook included. Visit Audible.com/DRINK or text DRINK to 500-500 that’s Audible.com/DRINK or text DRINK to 500-500 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy November, Boozers and Shakers! Well, happy early November, and while we’re on the topic, please go vote. We literally just Google “how to vote”, “where am I?” and “who am I?” so that should cover all your bases. But onto the stories! This month we have some fun and haunting tales about staircases to nowhere, hospital backrooms, invented cryptids and more! Join us before all the big family gatherings full of food and weird relatives, although, wait, we did just eat an entire rotisserie chicken in a cemetery… and that’s why we drink! Please go vote on Tuesday! Resources and info at vote.orgCut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at MINTMOBILE.com/drink. Blueland has a special offer for listeners. Right now, get 15% off your first order by going to Blueland.com/DRINK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turn on the goosecam meter and pour one out for Snippy, because MC Hircine Shifter and Lisa Frank’s Muppet are here to read a collection of cryptid poems for our 4th Annual Cryptids Unscripted Poetry Slam! Bigfoot is in his feelings, Sinkole Sam’s sheen is out of this world, and lonely Mothman isn’t the only one whose heart is soft tonight. So don’t forget to tip your Startenders and keep an eye out for Lemon’s not so Hello Fresh face… and that’s why we drink! Thank you to all who submitted for our throwback to the classic And That’s Why We Draws with your Poorly Drawn Cryptids submissions - we’ve featured a few of our favorites in this episode. This holiday season, give the gift of answers and wrap up the mystery of your dog’s DNA. Get the Dog DNA Test that’s got everyone barking, head to EmbarkVet.com and use code DRINK to save $65 on Embark’s Breed + Health Test and get free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Six Strangers. One Cursed Playlist. Ultimate Power—or Certain Death. Drawn by a mysterious letter promising the power to control the dead, six strangers arrive at a hidden location with one task: survive a binge-listening session. Their key to unlocking this dark magic? The Necronomicon iPod, a macabre piece of technology loaded with a supernatural playlist. Meet the crew: a die-hard podcast fan, quirky cat dad, skeptical ghost hunter, spiritual healer, unreliable flake, and dramatic entertainer. They must endure each eerie episode, but as secrets are revealed, not all may make it out alive. This horror-comedy event features exclusive segments from fan-favorite podcasts: And That's Why We Drink, Two Girls One Ghost, Creeps and Crimes, Ladies & Tangents, and Live, Laugh, Larceny. Will they unlock undead power—or will the playlist claim their souls? Tune in to this all-star podcast holiday event for a supernatural audio adventure like no other! Written and Produced by Trevin Bartee of Live, Laugh, Larceny Original art by Sadie Kern of PopGunFlo https://www.popgunflo.com Voice Cast: Alecia Watson of Twisted and Uncorked https://www.twistedanduncorked.com/ Cassie Hahn of PNW Haunts and Homicides https://www.pnwhauntsandhomicides.com/ Kaydra Brannan of Perplexity: A Mystery Podcast https://perplexitymysteryp.wixsite.com/perplexity Trevin Bartee of Live, Laugh, Larceny Amanda Rose of Live, Laugh, Larceny Christine Schiefer of And That's Why We Drink and Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet Playlist Details: EP 1: Creeps and Crimes - The Halloween Massacre of 1962 https://www.creepsandcrimespodcast.com Dive into the chilling urban legend of the Halloween Massacre of 1962 with hosts Taylar Fetzner and Morgan Mounts. In this episode, Creeps and Crimes unearths haunting details of a massacre blending true crime and eerie folklore. Taylar and Morgan lighten the mood with a nostalgic debate over Halloween movies. Are you team Hocus Pocus or Halloweentown? Tune in for a mix of creepy thrills and nostalgic chills! EP 2: Two Girls One Ghost - Daruma-san: The Bath Game https://www.twogirlsoneghost.com Two Girls One Ghost hosts Corinne Vien and Sabrina Deana-Roga explore paranormal games with Daruma-san: The Bath Game. Learn the eerie, step-by-step process of this ritual, where a simple bath can summon a vengeful Japanese ghost. Ghostly apparitions, sinister hair-washing rituals, and spooky folklore—what could go wrong? EP 3: Live, Laugh, Larceny: A True Petty Crime Podcast - The Monster Mash at Bootsy Bellows https://www.Livelaughlarceny.com Amanda and Trevin bring to life the chaotic incident at Bootsy Bellows, set against Bobby “Boris” Pickett's Halloween classic, “The Monster Mash.” This performance explores the events leading to a mass evacuation at the Aspen nightclub, turning Halloween into a night of chaos. With their comedic parody style, Amanda and Trevin show how fun quickly spirals into a petty crime caper, leaving you laughing and shivering. EP 4: Ladies & Tangents - Creepy Myths and Urban Legends https://www.ladiesandtangents.com Join Jeri and Ciara as they mix laughs and tangents while exploring creepy myths and urban legends. In this episode, the ladies uncover chilling truths behind tales like Anne Boleyn's beheading, King Tut's curse, and a local warlock. Get ready to navigate the line between fear and humor as they take you from terror to laughter. EP 5: And That's Why We Drink - Real Scary Stories https://www.Andthatswhywedrink.com Hosts Christine Schiefer and Em Schulz discuss terrifying stories. Drawing from a House Beautiful article and chilling fan accounts, Christine shares tales of slithering villains, a spirit-sensing dog, and a mourning circle of cats. This blend of humor and horror will keep you questioning late-night strolls. Good luck sleeping after this one! Support all of these amazing shows and have a happy Halloween! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Crime Traveler and a Lady in White walk into the Gallows… It’s Episode 403 and we’re celebrating Halloween in style. This week Em takes us to Pennsylvania for the haunted Cell Block Nightclub. A former prison, current home to four themed bars under one roof. Then Christine postpones her Part 2 to bring us the case of the Trick-Or-Treat Murder of Peter Fabiano, a love story gone wrong. And remember, if a stranger comes knocking on your door after 10 PM, don’t answer it! …and that’s why we drink! Come see our brand new live show: The Pour Decisions Tour which is sure to bring plenty of gasps, laughs, and frights! Get your tickets at: http://andthatswhywedrink.com/live Stop putting off those doctor's appointments and go to ZocDoc.com/DRINK to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Head to acorns.com/drink or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! Download the DraftKings Casino app and sign up with code ATWWD. New players can play just FIVE BUCKS and get FIFTY INSTANTLY in Casino Credits! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Episode 402 and we're throwing a sardine on it to feel something. This week Em is bringing it back to episode 400, but instead of tales of a pasta psychic - they tell us all about the one and only Asparamancer, Jemima Packington! Then Christine covers Part 1 of the shocking case of Victoria Cilliers. And don't forget to take a nap, drink some water, eat a banana and maybe have a little gin... and that's why we drink! Come see our brand new live show: The Pour Decisions Tour which is sure to bring plenty of gasps, laughs, and frights! Get your tickets at: http://andthatswhywedrink.com/live! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Episode 400 plus an extra and this week we’re letting Satan take the wheel. Today Em brings us a classic possession that has us saying “Thanks Priests!” with the story of the Possession of Don Decker. Then Christine takes us to Alabama, and all over the U.S., with the topsy-turvy case of Audrey Marie Hilley. And is picture day outdated now?… and that’s why we drink! Come see our brand new live show: The Pour Decisions Tour which is sure to bring plenty of gasps, laughs, and frights! Get your tickets at: http://andthatswhywedrink.com/live ! Mothman? More like moth SLAM - poetry! Don't just scream your creepy cryptid slam poetry verses into the void, send them to us at: atwwdfromourcouches@gmail.com for a chance to be featured in our Cryptids Unscripted special! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two books, three pets, one Leona, two houses and one bed frame later we have finally reached Episode 400!! And the spaghetti says we’ll be around for at least 600 more. This week Em brings us a topic almost as wild as pasta psychics with the story of the Dancing Plague of 1518. Then Christine cracks into our newest book for the gayest love story gone wrong, the tale of Alice and Freda. And please don’t tickle our laughing veins… and that’s why we drink! Reverse hair loss with @iRestorelaser and get $625 off with the code DRINK at https://bit.ly/47pWDdb! #irestorepod Our new book A Haunted Road Atlas: Next Stop is finally here! Check out your local indie bookstore or visit http://bit.ly/HRANextStop to get your copy today! Come see our brand new live show: The Pour Decisions Tour which is sure to bring plenty of gasps, laughs, and frights! Get your tickets at: http://andthatswhywedrink.com/live ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cue the spooky intro sounds, October is officially here! And this month Eva has collected the perfect batch of stories to set the mood for our favorite month. From imaginary childhood demon friends, to possible possession, and even a throwback to Eva's April Fool's story these Listener Stories are sure to bring the frights. So grab yourself an FLT or some bathroom boxed wine and settle in... and that's why we drink! Cryptids Unscripted is coming soon! Don't just scream your creepy cryptid slam poetry verses into the void, send them to us at: atwwdfromourcouches@gmail.com for a chance to be featured! Looking for the perfect spooky season activity? Come see our brand new live show: The Pour Decisions Tour which is sure to bring plenty of gasps, laughs, and frights! Get your tickets at: andthatswhywedrink.com/live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Episode 399 and there’s drama in Chair City! Today Em takes us to Massachusetts for the tale of the haunted S.K. Pierce Mansion, complete with a ghost who paints. Then Christine brings us her very first case update (and recap) all the way back from Episode 15 with the story of Gypsy-Rose Blanchard. And have we always been in an apple orchard? Our Ovilus seems to think so… and that’s why we drink! Our new book A Haunted Road Atlas: Next Stop is finally here! Check out your local indie bookstore or visit bit.ly/HRANextStop to get your copy today! Come see our brand new live show: The Pour Decisions Tour which is sure to bring plenty of gasps, laughs, and frights! Get your tickets at: andthatswhywedrink.com/live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Episode 398 and we're racing to the grave in a coffin! This week Em brings us a local legend from Maine (perfectly timed for our Portland, Maine live show? We definitely meant to do that) with the tale of the Tomb of Colonel Jonathan Buck. Then Christine tells us the whackadoo story of the Branch Davidians and the Siege of Mount Carmel. And will we be relieved next week after our first live shows? You'll have to tune in to find out! The Pour Decisions Tour has officially kicked off! Make sure you get your tickets to see our brand new show at: andthatswhywedrink.com/live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Les Go Girls! Episode 397 is here and between engagement excitement and updates on Christine's haunted house this episode is sure to bring the gasps! This week Em takes us to England for the absolutely wild tale of the Ghost of the Frozen Chicken aka The Highgate Hill Chicken. Then Christine finishes up her two-parter on Steven Stayner and the Sightseer Murders/the Yosemite Park Killer, which are linked in the most unexpected way. And have we survived our first two live shows and kept our sanity? Tune in next week to find out! ...and that's why we drink. Our Fall Tour has officially kicked off! Come see our brand new show (and find out which haunted location Em and Christine mention in this episode that might have followed Christine home...): The Pour Decisions Tour - get your tickets today at andthatswhywedrink.com/live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's episode 396 and we're just here to get Christine f*cked up in one of the 40 remaining Rainforest Cafes! This week Em brings us a rootin', tootin' good time with the ghosts of the Red Onion Saloon. Then Christine covers part one in her two-part series on the tragic and mindblowing tale of Steven Stayner. And is Christine the best fake geode saleswoman we know? ...and that's why we drink! Our brand new live show starts THIS WEEK!! Come help us kick off our all new tour in Newark and Tarrytown!! andthatswhywedrink.com/live Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices