And That's Why We Drink

Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz | Para Pods
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  • Comedy
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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!

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  1. 3d ago

    E500 Immortal Hallway Portals and Incriminating Insects

    Ahhh!! It’s finally Episode 500!! So grab your favorite milkshake, mocktail, or cocktail and join us for this momentous occasion before the dreaded “Your moment has ended” screen appears. Today, Em takes us to Oregon for the haunted Wolf Creek Inn, where we encounter a ghost army, an absolutely unreasonable amount of Jolly Ranchers, and, of course, some classic Z.B. shenanigans. Then Christine brings us some history on Old Timey Forensics, which includes missing body parts, ancient insect forensics, and touches on some cases we’ve covered over the years. So thank you for coming along with us on this wild, weird, spooky, and surprisingly lemon-filled ride for all these years. We genuinely couldn’t have made it to 500 without you… and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Go to https://curehydration.com/drink and get 20% off your first order with promo code DRINKLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster—join at https://RocketMoney.com/DRINK .Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with promo code DRINK.If you think you or someone you know might be struggling with OCD, please don't wait to get help. Go to https://learn.nocd.com/ATWWD and book a free call with their team to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. 3d ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

    Introducing Why Smaller Goals Can Lead to Bigger Changes with Eric Zimmer from The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos. Follow the show: The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Most of us are familiar with this frustrating pattern: you set a goal, start off strong, but then lose motivation and end up right back at square one. Why does it seem so hard to change — even when you have a plan in place? Turns out, you may be aiming too high, too soon. Laurie breaks down the science behind this pattern with Eric Zimmer, host of the award-winning podcast “The One You Feed” and author of the new book How A Little Becomes A Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life. Eric spent years struggling to overcome a heroin addiction before eventually turning his life around. He explains why lasting change often comes from making consistent progress in the right direction rather than attempting one dramatic transformation, and shares what he’s learned about building momentum, overcoming setbacks, and finally reaching the goals we’ve been striving for. Experts Mentioned: Eric Zimmer, author and host of “The One You Feed” Steven Pressfield, author Resources Mentioned: How A Little Becomes A Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life, by Eric Zimmer (2026) “The One You Feed,” hosted by Eric Zimmer  The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield (2002) Related Episodes: "Dump Your Inner Drill Sergeant" "How to Kick Bad Habits (and Start Good Ones)" "You Only Live Once… So Commit" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. 3d ago ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Yappy Hour 500: Wedding Weekend Wonder

    It's Yappy Hour 500! And today we're yappin' about our excitement for Eva's upcoming wedding! We can't wait to celebrate one of our favorite people in a beautiful setting along with adoptable pets and a famous drag queen officiant?! You'll have to wait for the full debrief post wedding once we're back... and that's why we yap! To learn more about Best Friends Animal Society and the amazing work they do across the country you can visit https://bestfriends.org/ (Fun Fact our social media manager Megan worked there for a few years too!)

  4. Sep 20

    E499 Symbiotic Snack Partners and Peppermint Pattie Problems (feat. Guest Host Bethany Watson)

    Welcome to another rousing, titillating, & bone-chilling episode of And That’s Why We Drink! Christine couldn’t be here this week, so Em is joined by our very own Jerry O’Connell, the lovely Bethany Watson! Today, Em brings us the Staten Island urban legend of Cropsey, with a little side venture into the deeply upsetting true crime of the Willowbrook State School. Then, in a completely unplanned bit of synchronicity, Bethany covers a true crime case with a paranormal twist: the mysterious disappearance of Jacobo Grinberg. And if we ever vanish without a trace, we’ll find you in the lattice… and that’s why we drink!Links:Willowbrook: The Last Great Disgrace, Geraldo Rivera’s exposeWant to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________https://quince.com/drinkGet 40% off your first Hungryroot order plus a free item in every box for life at https://hungryroot.com/DRINK with code DRINK.Explore coverage at https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/DRINK The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insuranceTry ZipRecruiter to post your job FOR FREE at http://ziprecruiter.com/DRINK . 4 out of 5 employers who post on ZipRecruiter get a quality candidate within the first day.Head to https://dosedaily.co/DRINK or enter code DRINK to get 35% off your first subscription.Go to https://helixsleep.com/drink for 27% off sitewite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  5. Sep 20 ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Yappy Hour 499: Ghost Performances and Whispering Children

    It's Yappy Hour 499 and today Em and Bethany are yappin' about their ghost stories. We get stories of ghosts closing cats in the attic, haunted campuses, and collectively agree that ghost children should NOT be allowed to laugh and whisper... and that's why we yap!

  6. Sep 13

    E498 Glossy Grinch Lips and Ghost Escape Rooms

    **Content Warning: crimes against children** It’s Episode 498 and we’re feeling like Spongebob in Sandy’s house for the first time. Today Em brings us to Indianapolis for the tale of the haunted Slippery Noodle Inn with its elusive cowboy ghost. Then Christine brings us a heavy and sad story with the case of the Groene Family, which leave us needing a palette cleanser about Leona’s current fashion choices. And who wants to see a new interview style ghost hunting show with Em? Let us know in the comments… and that’s why we drink!Want to listen ad-free? Join our Certified Yapper tier for $10/month on Patreon! Ad-free episodes starting at E469 at: http://patreon.com/ATWWDPodcast !Catch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Our listeners get the Flamingo Starter Set for just $7 at https://www.shopflamingo.com/DRINK Upgrade your glasses with Zenni—go to https://zenni.com/podcast and use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order plus free shipping on US orders over $65. Styles sell out, so don't wait.Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster—join at https://RocketMoney.com/DRINK .https://chime.com/drink https://mintmobile.com/atwwd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. Sep 13 ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Yappy Hour 498: Lofi Drives and Real Appleseeds

    Welcome to Yappy Hour 498 where today we're yappin' all about Em's recent travel adventures! From a trip to Santa Claus, late night lofi-drives with no destination, and cute cat cafes Em's done it all these past weeks. And did anyone else think Johnny Appleseed was a fictional character? ...and that's why we yap!

  8. Sep 6

    E497 An Everlasting Lemon Haunting and a Levitating Glitter Pinecone Phone

    It’s Episode 497 and we're sharing some big news in that Christine will be leaving the podcast at the end of October. While this is the very sad end of one era, we're ready to start another with Christine behind the scenes at ParaPods Network and Em behind the mic of ATWWD. We'll continue bringing the haunts year-round as we creep our way into a new, lovely, spooky chapter. And meanwhile we've got some fun stories for you today: Em brings us the biography, not biology, of one of Christine’s favorite people, Chip Coffey, the man of many names. Then Christine takes Em back to Idaho with a story we touched on in our second book, A Haunted Road Atlas: Next Stop, The Boise Murder House, with its sentient oil ball. And how many shark shirts is too many, do you think? …and that’s why we drink!For more information, you can read our press release and statements here: podnews.net/press-release/thats-why-we-drink-schieferCatch our bonus Yappy Hour intermissions on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/3L28lDw or subscribe on Patreon!___________________Get 40% off your first Hungryroot order plus a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/DRINK with code DRINK.Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/DRINK ! #honeylovepodquince.com/drinkTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life—join Wayfair Rewards today and get 5% back on every purchase at wayfair.com or on the Wayfair app.Machine Washable Rugs, Made Better. For a limited time only, our listeners get 10% off + free shipping at tumbleliving.com/DRINK #Tumble #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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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!

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  • Creator
    Christine Schiefer, Em Schulz | Para Pods
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    896
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © And That's Why We Dr, Inc.
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    And Thats Why We Dr, Inc

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