Warren Jeffs’s name has only been in the national news since the 2000s (helped by recent documentary Keep Sweet) but his involvement in the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has spanned decades. This week, Matt and Carolanne talk about the man with more than 60 kids, 78 wives, and a dark story. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Golden State Cerveza + Smithwicks Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warren_Jeffs https://msmagazine.com...
Aug 24, 2022•39 min•Ep. 94
Last week it was announced that Amazon would be buying iRobot, the maker of Roomba, for $1.7B. What would Amazon want with your robot vacuum friend? Your valuable home data. This week, Matt and Carolanne talk about privacy concerns with Amazon's acquisition of Roomba. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Sam Adam's Oktoberfest Sources: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/05/amazon-to-acquire-maker-of-roomba-vacuum-for-roughly-1point7-billion.html https://www.reuters.co...
Aug 15, 2022•41 min•Ep. 93
After two encounters with the Tallahassee police department over weed, Rachel Hoffman was encouraged by investigator Ryan Pender to become a confidential informant and have potential felony charges reduced or dropped. Rachel was murdered during the sting operation and a cover-up and smear campaign followed quickly thereafter by the parties responsible for her death. This week, Matt and Carolanne talk about the murder of Rachel Hoffman. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze ...
Aug 09, 2022•35 min•Ep. 92
It feels like every few months we’re teased with something in news headlines about Alzheimer’s research progress being made, but there's little follow-up. This week, Matt and Carolanne talk about "fraudulent" Alzheimer's research from Sylvain Lesne that's potentially derailed 16 years of progress. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Kirkland's IPA and Goose Island's 312 Lemonade Shandy Sources: https://www.science.org/content/article/potential-fabrication-resea...
Aug 03, 2022•43 min•Ep. 91
Technology seems to get smarter and smarter with each passing day. Have we finally created truly feeling and sentient artificial intelligence? One ex-Google employee seems to think so. Join Carolanne and Matt as they explore the case of Google’s LaMDA and Blake Lamoine. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Warpigs Brewing Foggy Geezer Hazy IPA Sources: https://twitter.com/cajundiscordian https://cajundiscordian.medium.com/is-lamda-sentient-an-interview-ea64d916d...
Jul 25, 2022•58 min•Ep. 90
For years, Saudi Arabia has been buying up farmland across the world as they run out of water to sustain their agriculture industry. One unlikely place they’re fond of for their crops? Arizona. This week, Matt and Carolanne talk about Saudi Arabia’s love affair with Arizona that worsens the existing water crisis. This week's promo: PNW Haunts and Homicides Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Voodoo Ranger Juicy IPA Sources https://epic.uchicago.edu/insights/wat...
Jul 20, 2022•37 min•Ep. 89
On July 6th, the Georgia Guidestones were destroyed after what local officials call “an act of terrorism”. This week, we dive into the mystery behind “America’s Stonehenge” and who built it. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Voodoo Ranger Juicy IPA and Sierra Nevada Sunny Little Thing Resources to help those affected by the Highland Park IL mass shooting: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BaSX9cfR_JE1xNsC_Hw01mDe_vnbVwqEj9v3mN3tbos/ Sources: https://en.wiki...
Jul 12, 2022•30 min•Ep. 88
You’ve probably heard more about Ginni Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, in the past few months than you have in your entire lifetime. Join Matt and Carolanne this week to talk about the most controversial supreme court justice spouse in modern history. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Kirkland Small Batch Whisky and The Finnish Long Drink Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anita_Hill#Allegations_of_sexual_harassment_against_Clar...
Jun 28, 2022•48 min•Ep. 87
The Johnstown Flood killed 2,209 Pennsylvanians in 1889, caused by the catastrophic failure of the South Fork Dam. Join Matt and Carolanne this week as they talk about one of the deadliest floods in American history. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Revolution's A Little Crazy and Ruffino Limonata Wine Spritz Sources https://www.google.com/maps/@40.3157463,-78.9276442,3a,75y,134.4h,63.61t/data=!3m8!1e1!3m6!1sAF1QipNyozvgS_OtAtGRhlCRgFSbzOl_CY8zJNBd0kOR!2e10!...
Jun 23, 2022•35 min•Ep. 86
PPP loans were created as a safety net for businesses during the beginning of COVID, promising to cover payroll and other expenses of businesses while the world came to a stop. Who knew that having billions of dollars from the US Government available with little to no vetting could lead to one of the greatest mass fraud schemes in modern history? Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Kirkland Citra Hop Session IPA Sources https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/justice-...
Jun 13, 2022•34 min•Ep. 85
Earlier this year, new photos were released of M87, the black hole that's 55 million light-years from Earth. This week we talk about the history of black holes and their discovery, general space-y stuff, and M87's massive size. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Makers Mark & Mango Cart Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Messier_87 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supermassive_black_hole https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_hole...
May 30, 2022•36 min•Ep. 84
We're in a capitalist Space Race to see which billionaire can make it to Mars (or a space colony) first during their mid-life crises. This week, we talk about gene editing humans in order to make life on Mars (or in space) possible. What could go wrong? Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Coors Light and Mango Cart Sources: https://www.wired.com/story/ideas-jason-pontin-genetic-engineering-for-mars/ https://www.space.com/genetically-engineer-astronauts-missions...
May 25, 2022•28 min•Ep. 83
Headlines this week have talked about the "alien door on Mars", shown in images released by NASA's rover Curiosity. Join Matt and Carolanne this week as they break down some other weird happenings on Mars, what the "door" could be, and what Big Science says it really is. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Moscow Mules Sources: https://news.sky.com/story/nasa-picture-of-mars-appears-to-show-a-doorway-carved-into-the-rock-heres-how-it-was-made-12611936 https://m...
May 17, 2022•22 min•Ep. 82
Recent headlines have talked about two bodies found in Lake Mead from unprecedented low water levels in the reservoir, and police say they're likely not the last that will be found. This week we talk about the mob's history of creating Las Vegas and dumping their hits in Lake Mead. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Leinenkugel's Lemon Haze Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2022/05/02/us/lake-mead-body-barrel-water-level-drought-climate/index.html https://travelnev...
May 09, 2022•25 min•Ep. 81
Elon Musk really has his hands in everything. One of his many investments, Neuralink, is experimenting with ways to implant chips in our heads to connect us to technology in a new, unimagined way. Will the future of the human race see us merge with the technology we create or are we better off keeping our brains the way they are? Grab a drink and join Matt and Carolanne as they look at Neuralink and the future of technology. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: ...
Apr 25, 2022•39 min•Ep. 80
For decades, people across the US have reported their encounters with black-eyed children; creatures that seem human at first glance, but a closer look shows eerily pale skin, black eyes, and leaves the person with an overwhelming feeling of fear. This week, join Matt and Carolanne as they share stories about the black-eyed children. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Water. We just need to hydrate, OK? Sources: https://www.cultofweird.com/black-eyed-children/...
Apr 12, 2022•28 min•Ep. 79
From the 1940s to the 1990s, an estimated 400k - 550k military servicemembers were subjected to nuclear testing to act as "guinea pigs" for the government. Not only were these veterans exposed to nuclear testing without consent, they were held to an oath of secrecy until the mid-90s. This week, Matt and Carolanne talk about the history of atomic veterans and some of their stories. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Lagunitas Hazy Wonder and Lil Sumpin Sources:...
Apr 06, 2022•46 min•Ep. 78
People from all over the globe have reported mysterious blaring noises coming from the sky for decades. Where are these sounds coming from? Are aliens to blame for these haunting tunes or are our scientists controlling the atmosphere and this is simply a side effect of mad science? Grab a drink and join Carolanne and Matt as they dive into the mystery of the humming world. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: A lil Makers Mark and Cryo-Hero by Revolution Brewing...
Mar 28, 2022•57 min•Ep. 77
Lisa Frank took over the classrooms in the 80s and 90s with neon dolphins and unicorns. The brand’s popularity was undeniable. But the business’s success seemingly came to a sudden halt in the 2000s without much public explanation. This week, join Matt and Carolanne to talk about the insane story of Lisa Frank, the rise and fall. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Leinenkugel's Juicy Peach and Bodem from Half Acre Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisa_Fr...
Mar 24, 2022•50 min•Ep. 76
2022 has been one hell of a long year.. and it's only March. Join Matt and Carolanne this week to check-in on the 2022 predictions from Nostradamus and Baba Vanga, and see what else may come. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: 312 from Goose Island and Bodem from Half Acre Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-60686223 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2022_eastern_Australia_floods https://www.wired.com/story/the-war-in-ukraine-is-threatening-the-bread...
Mar 16, 2022•31 min•Ep. 75
We support Ukraine and our hearts go out to everyone affected by the atrocities happening. If you'd like to support Ukraine, charities that could use your donations are Together Rising, Donbas SOS, Sunflower of Peace, and the International Committee of the Red Cross (different than the US Red Cross, they're working to support the Ukrainian Red Cross). You can find other organizations to donate here from Reddit and here from NPR. *******************************************************************...
Mar 07, 2022•53 min•Ep. 74
Recent news headlines have discussed a temporary avocado import ban from Mexico as a result of verbal threats made to a U.S. safety inspector. While imports temporarily stopped, the fight in Michoacán over avocados never ends. This week, Matt and Carolanne talk about the cartel and community fight over avocados in Mexico. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: No booze Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7uK850h5Xc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPrUCcHd3mo...
Feb 23, 2022•31 min•Ep. 73
Happy Valentine's Day, friends. This week, Matt and Carolanne dive into the... unusual... origins of Valentine's Day, including a dog, a goat, a whole bunch of blood, and a lot of people not having a great time. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Sierra Nevada Ruthless Rye IPA Sources: https://www.news18.com/news/lifestyle/when-is-valentine-day-2022-history-significance-and-why-do-we-celebrate-the-day-of-love-4765202.html https://www.historyhit.com/on-this-day...
Feb 15, 2022•36 min•Ep. 72
Talks about the next “Big One” hitting California have always been around when, not if. Seismologists predict it will happen by 2032. This week, Matt and Carolanne talk through one “Big One” scenario that would devastate the LA metro area. Don't give this one a listen if you're feeling doom & gloom about the world. Seriously. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Sierra Nevada Dankful IPA & Pale Ale Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Andreas_Fault...
Feb 07, 2022•46 min•Ep. 71
Yellowstone is the country's (and potentially world's) first national park. Humans inhabited the park for thousands of years before it became the second most visited national park in the US. Join Matt and Carolanne this week as they dive into creepy stories from Yellowstone, dating back from the 1800s to modern day. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Revolution Cryo-Hero Sources: https://www.ranker.com/list/creepy-stories-from-yellowstone-national-park/amber-f...
Feb 02, 2022•29 min•Ep. 70
Robert Hanssen spent 25 years of his life as a member of the FBI. While he pledged to bear true faith and allegiance to the United States, he worked most of his FBI career as a double agent for the Soviet and Russian intelligence agencies. This week, Matt and Carolanne talk about Robert Hanssen's ability to fly under the radar for over two decades before being caught. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/w...
Jan 24, 2022•43 min•Ep. 69
Americans know how dire the COVID testing situation has been since November 2021. High testing demand before gathering or traveling for holidays led to long lines and even longer turnaround times. Add the Omicron variant to the mix and you've got a perfect breeding ground for fake COVID testing sites to pop up across the country. Join Matt and Carolanne this week as they talk about these predatory sites and, one company in particular, the Center for COVID Control. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozeda...
Jan 17, 2022•46 min•Ep. 68
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes was recently found guilty on four federal charges of defrauding investors. Join Matt and Carolanne this week as they go through the rise and fall of Theranos and the founder who was once considered "The Next Steve Jobs". Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: We're actually not drinking! HydroHomies. Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Holmes https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theranos https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/03/tech/e...
Jan 11, 2022•39 min•Ep. 67
Happy 2022! Or, according to Baba Vanga and Nostradamus, maybe not so happy 2022? Join Matt and Carolanne this week as they talk about predictions from the infamous duo and what's in store for us this year. Our linktree: linktr.ee/boozedandconfused This week's booze of choice: Guinness and Rogue Brewing Batsquatch Sources: https://www.news.com.au/world/baba-vangas-disturbing-predictions-for-2022/news-story/1c340ed432aed9247fd7c8b26fbee4ce https://www.news.com.au/technology/environment/alarming-c...
Jan 03, 2022•36 min•Ep. 66
TikTok, whose US audience is primarily under the age of 24, has seen explosive growth in the past few years. Their success can be attributed to a sophisticated algorithm that seems to perfectly curate a user's "for you" page to show them content that matches their interest. But.. is it possible TikTok's reach and successful algorithm is being used for sinister reasons? Join Matt and Carolanne this week as they talk about the concerning possibilities of TikTok's manipulation of an entire generati...
Dec 20, 2021•42 min•Ep. 65
