Just two more weeks until we begin our 4th year (do you feel the antici….pation!). In the interim, we bring you another round of bad-ass women podcasters. This week, BSP joins fan favorites Spoop Hour to talk about Werewolves. In this episode, we talk about all things werewolf, including the history of people becoming wolves, the spooky circumstances of the Beast of Bray Road, werewolves Bergot and Verdun, and the Werewolf of Allariz. Take a listen and subscribe to these awesome women!
Jul 27, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast We're on summer break for 3 weeks! In the meantime, we're bringing you three podcasts featuring bad-ass women hosts. First up is the amazing Fruit Loops. In each episode, Beth and Wendy talk about "serial killers of color." This week, they discuss Michael Terry, who killed 6 people in Atlanta, GA during the 80s and 90s. It's fun, informative, and creepy! These woman and their topics are really interesting, so give the episode a listen and subscribe. BYEEEEEE!
Jul 20, 2020•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast It’s the end of our third season! Can you believe it? In this recap, we share highlights over the last year, including favorite episodes, moments from our live show, and moments we might change. Then, we answer listener questions, submitted by our Facebook and Instagram friends. They asked some great stuff, including difficult believer/skeptic moments and episode locations we’d want to visit. Lastly, we discuss our hopes for the future in the scary COVID era. We’ll be back on August 10th. In the...
Jul 13, 2020•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this very special Pride48 (Live!) episode, we discuss the strange and fascinating topic of La Santa Muerte (or Saint Death), a folk saint from Mexico who has reached cult status. First, Cody talks about Santa Muerte Internacional, its founders, and how it all began. Then, Chris discusses Silvia Meraz and the murders she incited in the name of Santa Muerte. Next, Cody tells the story of a woman who went against the Catholic church and prayed to Santa Muerte after her husband died. Her prayers ...
Jul 06, 2020•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s minisode, we share some not-so-traditional saints. First, Chris talks about Mexican ‘folk saint’ Jesús Malverde, who is still summoned to do some “Robin Hooding” (in Chris’s words). Then, Cody talks about 3 little-known Catholic saints and the strange things they patron: Saint Barbara, Saint Drogo, and Saint Cyprian. Can you guess next week’s topic from these stories?
Jun 29, 2020•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Cody and Chris talk about coincidences that align a little too well to be mere chance. First, Cody talks about a story written by Edgar Allen Poe that eventually became a true story. Or did it? Then, Chris discusses a woman who “heard” an accident - involving her daughter - that happened over 20 miles away. Next, Cody’s shares a crazy coincidence that started with a dollar and ended in marriage. Finally, Chris talks about the strange similarities between Presidents Abraham Linco...
Jun 22, 2020•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week's minisode comes at you with two very different tales. First, Cody shares a true story about a book that really got around (slut book!), only to end up in a very strange place. Then, Chris talks about a guy's weird experience with an all-knowing Ouija board. Can you guess next week's topic?
Jun 15, 2020•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast If the title didn’t give it away, this episode is about folklore from the Philippines. First, Cody talks about Mount Banahaw, a holy mountain where paranormal occurrences are plentiful, including a cave where you’re judged for your sins. Then, Chris tells us about a multo (Filipino ghost) known as the White Lady of Balete Drive, who doesn’t have a face and talks directly to your mind. Next, Cody discusses another mountain, Mount San Cristobal, which is the horribly evil version of Banahaw. Final...
Jun 08, 2020•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s minisode, we tell two crazy - and somehow connected - stories that have to do with animals of a sort. First, Cody tells us of a student’s encounter with a mischievous bigfoot-like creature called the Kapre, who seriously played with his mind. Then, Chris talks about a lost hiker who gets help from a phantom doggo. Can you guess next week’s topic?
Jun 01, 2020•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this live episode, Cody and Chris help raise money for Laughing Pig Theatre by sharing famous (and some not-so-famous) theatre hauntings. In his first story, Cody talks about the infamous ghost that inspired the uber famous musical, The Phantom of the Opera. Then, Chris brings it local and discusses the ghosts - including a cute purring cat - that inhabit the Orpheum Theatre in downtown Phoenix. Next, Cody talks about Soul Invictus, a local “haunt” (where Chris actually performed) that housed...
May 25, 2020•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, we bring two stories with something (subtle) in common. First, Chris tells a true crime story about a man who, desperate for money, kills two people - to create the dumbest alibi ever - and calmly performs on stage right after. Then, Cody dives into the world of cinema and talks about cursed film sets. He focuses on the Conjuring Universe as a throwback to previous episodes (whee!). Can you guess next week’s topic?
May 18, 2020•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Cody and Chris talk about the ultra-fascinating Cellular Memory Phenomenon (CPT). CPT is a crazy occurrence in which an organ recipient takes on personality traits of their donor. First, Cody talks about Clair Sylvia, who after a heart/lung transplant, suddenly had a hankering for chicken nuggets and beer. Then, Chris discusses a donor who predicted his death...and the girl he would give his heart to. Literally. Next, Cody brings the mood down with a story about a man who ended up mar...
May 11, 2020•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, Cody and Chris share two truly bizarre cases that have to do with organs (the human kind). First, Cody discusses an insane case of pettiness, where a husband wants the kidney back that he donated to his soon-to-be ex-wife. Then, Chris tells a recent story about a prison inmate who was brutally murdered and his organs removed. Even more insane, they were never found (that we know of). Can you guess our next topic from these stories?
May 04, 2020•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast **Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual violation and violence.** In this episode, Cody and Chris get explicit (well, more so than usual) and discuss the Succubus and Incubus, or demons who have sex with people. First, Cody tells us about Pope Sylvester II, the priest who made a deal with a succubus in order to reach his rank. Then, Chris shares the story of a gay couple who was touched upon and thrust upon by the same entity. Next, Cody discusses a 16-year-old nerd who su...
Apr 27, 2020•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, things get pretty dirty (you may not want to listen with the kids around). First, Chris shares the story of a man in New Zealand who may or may not be cheating on his wife...with a supernatural being. Then, Cody tells about a bipolar man’s comforting sexual encounter with an invisible entity (he literally sees the stars in her eyes). Can you guess next week’s topic from this pseudo porn?
Apr 20, 2020•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Cody and Chris discuss creepy unexplainable sounds from around the world. First, Cody shares a potential alien communication known as the Wow! Signal. Then, Chris talks about a paranormal “hum” that has been heard across the world, including a place not too far from where he grew up: Taos, New Mexico. Next, Cody discusses the Sky Trumpets, melodic sounds from the heavens that some think are a sign of the apocalypse. Finally, Chris talks about a recent noise that involves the gov...
Apr 12, 2020•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Cody and Chris have a new explosively creepy minisode out today. In it, they discuss two stories that really are somehow connected. First, Cody doesn’t know who James Fenimore Cooper is, but he talks about his short story and a resulting, unidentified “boom” heard across the country. Next, Chris tells a story that REALLY freaked him out. In it, a guy talks about a whistler that “followed” him through his life. See the video below and experience the creepiness! Can you guess our topic? The Whistl...
Apr 06, 2020•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast We hope everyone is staying safe out there! For this episode, we decided to focus on other pandemics - screw you, Covid! - that had paranormal consequences. First, Cody talks about people who’ve gotten freakishly sick after paranormal encounters. This story has throwbacks to four past episodes: Men in Black, Shadow Men, Slenderman, and Black-Eyed Kids! Then, Chris talks about Poveglia Island, a secluded island where people with the Bubonic Plague were shipped without mercy (naturally, it’s super...
Mar 30, 2020•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Because we are keeping our distance, and the world is a weird place right now now, we thought we would do our part to try and entertain you. Therefore, this minisode was livestreamed on Facebook, woot! First, we share a bit about where our lives are during this scary limbo. Then, Cody gets into his story, sharing three predictions of Covid-19 from very different perspectives. Finally, Chris reads a novella about a haunted farmhouse and missing designer pants. Can you guess our next topic?
Mar 23, 2020•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Counting can be evil, especially when it comes to the number 666. In this episode, Chris and Cody discuss the number of the beast. First, Cody shares horrifying instances involving the demonic phone number 666-666-6666. Next, Chris talks about the infamous highway once known as Route 666, where some really creepy things occur. Then, Cody gets into barcodes, which some consider the literal mark of the beast. EEK! Finally, Chris tells a story about a woman who sees 666 everywhere. On top of that, ...
Mar 16, 2020•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week’s minisode consists of two coincidentally connected stories! First, Cody talks about something called Angel Numbers, a phenomenon in which Angels speak to you through certain number sequences. Then, Chris tells a very touching story about one woman's relationship with her father through the numbers 11:11. Can you guess next week’s topic?
Mar 09, 2020•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast This episode is creepy! For reals, you have been warned. In this one, we talk about scary paranormal games you can play from the “comfort" of your home. Ouija isn’t one, as that will be its own episode. But rest assured, these are subjectively worse. First, Chris talks about how to summon The Midnight Man, a spirit who will play with you all night. He also shares one person’s horrifying experience with the game. Next, Cody gives you directions on how to play One Man Hide and Seek, a game where y...
Mar 02, 2020•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Here is a minisode that might easily tease our upcoming topic, but you tell us. First, Chris talks about La Cegua, a South American creature who literally tears men apart, and how to summon her (EEK!). Then, Cody tells the history of the Charlie Charlie Challenge, a summoning ritual that took the Internet by storm a few years ago.
Feb 24, 2020•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast In our third annual Valentine’s episode, we talk about spectrophilia (ghost lovin’!) and ancient fertility (Editor’s Note: This episode is insane!). First, Cody shares two stories of women who fell in love (and had mega sex) with ghosts. One of them even joined the spectral mile high club. Then, Chris gives the history of Kokopelli, a popular Native American god, who is actually the god of fertility (and is often associated with a huge...um....flute). Next, Cody gives a series of steps on how to...
Feb 17, 2020•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week’s minisode is all about that wretched day known as St. Valentine’s Day (NOTE: Chris wrote that, tee hee). So that’s one hint for next week’s full episode. In the first story, Cody shares some interesting - and disgusting and weird and funny - aphrodisiacs that we missed in our Aphrodisiacs special. Then, Chris tells a story in which the loss of a ring lends itself to an eternity of undying love. Can you guess what we are talking about next week?
Feb 10, 2020•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast A recent viral story led to this topic, and it’s a fun one! In this episode, Chris and Cody talk all about haunted dolls. First, Cody shares the viral tale of a haunted Elsa doll that became bilingual then refused to be thrown away. Then, Chris talks about Letta Me Out, a creepy marionette that got its drag queen name after asking to be let out of a car. Yeah. Next, Cody discusses Ruby, a doll that puts people into a loving, maternal trance. Finally, Chris tells the tale of Peggy, a doll so dist...
Feb 03, 2020•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, Cody and Chris amp up the creep factor. Well, Chris does (and Cody amps up the silly). First, Cody shares two short stories about used clothes that may or may not be haunted...told from the perspective of the ghosts. Next, Chris talks about a REALLY strange and fascinating painting called The Hands Resist Him. The oddity really has a life of its own. You’ll understand once you listen. Can you guess next week’s topic from these stories?
Jan 27, 2020•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Cody and Chris discuss the Butterfly Effect, a mathematical concept from the Chaos Theory, but in this episode we talk about how it applies to fate and real life situations. First, Cody tells us about a sandwich that led to an assassination that spawned WWI. Sticking to assassinations, Chris then tells us how wealth led to military service that led to an injury that may have lead to John F. Kennedy’s death. Cody then shares a story about how one girl was saved from Nazi gas cham...
Jan 20, 2020•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, Chris and Cody share two seemingly random stories that really do hint at next week's episode. We promise! First, Chris reads a story about a woman who saves hummingbirds that will give you all the feels. Then, Cody talks about a couple obsessed with getting McDonald's coffee, and it ends up saving their lives. DUN DUN DUNNNNN!! See if you can guess next week's topic.
Jan 13, 2020•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Happy New Year! The New Year is all about what the future has in store. So this week, we are talking about well known seers and their prophecies. First, Cody tells us about the most famous seer, Nostradamus, who was actually a poetic prophet (trademark pending). Chris then tells of the blind Bulgarian seer, Baba Vanga, who made some crazy accurate predictions. Cody’s second story has to do with Edgar Cayce, the sleeping prophet who made diagnoses in a trance-like state. Chris’s last story is abo...
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