What's Shakin with Shaner

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Where we celebrate the passion and the madness of the Geek, the Nerd, and often the Absurd. Each episode will be a different topic such as Saturday morning cartoons or Superheroes, favorite books, debates on absurd issues, movies and lesser known historical people and events. 

  1. 18h ago

    Attu: The Forgotten Battle on American Soil

    Send us Fan Mail The Battle of Attu was one of the most brutal and overlooked campaigns of World War II. Fought from May 11–30, 1943, it was the only land battle of the war fought on American soil. U.S. forces faced Japanese defenders across the frozen mountains, snow, bogs, and dense fog of Alaska's remote Aleutian Islands. After Japan occupied Attu in June 1942, American forces spent nearly a year preparing to retake the island. When the assault finally came, American soldiers discovered that the environment itself could be as deadly as the enemy. Frostbite, exposure, disease, exhaustion, and treacherous terrain added enormously to the human cost of the campaign. The fighting culminated in a desperate Japanese banzai charge on May 29, 1943. After hours of brutal close combat, organized Japanese resistance was finally broken. By May 30, Attu was declared secure, but victory came at a terrible price, with more than 3,800 American casualties and the destruction of nearly the entire Japanese garrison. Today, Attu stands as a haunting reminder of the sacrifices made during World War II. Its remote battlefields have been reclaimed by the Alaskan wilderness, but the story of the men who fought and died there should not be forgotten. This is a tribute to the fighting men and women who have served in defense of freedom throughout history and in every clime and place. The Battle of Attu reminds us that courage, sacrifice, and endurance are often demanded in places far removed from the famous battlefields remembered in history books. Support the show

  2. Oct 18

    Psycho Bob Says Nicnevin... the Witch Queen Who Walked the Winter Night

    Send us Fan Mail Long before Halloween became a celebration of costumes and candy, the ancient Scottish imagination filled the darkness with witches, spirits, fairies, and supernatural riders. Among the most mysterious of these figures was Nicnevin, a shadowy witch-queen associated with Hallowe'en, supernatural gatherings, and the eerie traditions surrounding the Otherworld. Was she a powerful witch, a fairy queen, an ancient supernatural figure, or something even older? Her true origins remain uncertain, but legends portray Nicnevin as a formidable ruler of the night, possibly leading witches and supernatural beings across the Scottish landscape. In this chilling journey into Scottish folklore, discover the mysterious woman behind the legend of Nicnevin, her connection to the Wild Hunt, Halloween traditions, witches, and the supernatural world—and why her story continues to haunt the imagination centuries later. When the night grows dark and the hoofbeats begin, whatever you do... don't look back. Support the show

    Psycho Bob Says Nicnevin... the Witch Queen Who Walked the Winter Night

  3. Oct 4

    The Philadelphia Experiment: The Warship That Was Supposed to Vanish

    Send us Fan Mail What if the U.S. Navy had discovered a way to make a warship disappear? In this episode of What’s Shakin With Shaner, we dive into one of the most enduring mysteries and conspiracy legends of World War II—the infamous Philadelphia Experiment. According to the legend, sometime in 1943, the USS Eldridge became the subject of a top-secret Navy experiment designed to make ships invisible to enemy radar. But the experiment allegedly went far beyond radar invisibility. Witnesses claimed the ship was surrounded by a strange green fog, vanished from the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, and suddenly appeared hundreds of miles away in Norfolk before returning. Join Shakin Shaner & Psycho Bob as they step into the fog, turn down the lights, and investigate the strange story of the Philadelphia Experiment—where history, science, conspiracy, and a little bit of the impossible collide. Because sometimes the most fascinating mysteries aren't the ones we can prove. They're the ones that make us ask: "But what if it really happened?" Support the show

  4. Sep 20

    Psycho Bob Says Who Was Don Messick?

    Send us Fan Mail If you grew up watching Scooby-Doo, The Jetsons, Yogi Bear, Jonny Quest, Wacky Races, or The Smurfs, chances are you already knew Don Messick—you just didn't know his name. One of animation's most talented and prolific voice actors, Messick brought an astonishing variety of characters to life, including Scooby-Doo, Astro, Boo-Boo Bear, Ranger Smith, Muttley, Dr. Benton Quest, Papa Smurf, and Azrael. Of course, no Psycho Bob Says episode would be complete without a healthy dose of feline commentary. Bob is particularly impressed that the man who gave us Scooby-Doo also voiced Azrael, Gargamel's cat, proving once again that cats have excellent taste in entertainment. Support the show

    Psycho Bob Says Who Was Don Messick?

  5. Sep 6

    King Casimir's Biological Bomb!

    Send us Fan Mail For nearly 500 years, the tomb of Polish King Casimir IV Jagiellon remained sealed beneath Wawel Cathedral. When the royal tomb was opened in 1973 for conservation work, no one expected the discovery to become one of history's strangest "curse" stories. Within the following years, members of the 12-person restoration team died prematurely, leading to rumors of a Jagiellonian curse. The mystery took an unexpected turn when microbiologist Bolesław Smyk identified Aspergillus flavus in samples from the tomb. The fungus can produce dangerous aflatoxins and its spores can cause serious respiratory infections under the right conditions. While scientists cannot definitively attribute every death to the fungus, the discovery provided a far more plausible explanation than a supernatural curse. Support the show

  6. Aug 23

    Psycho Bob Says Did the CIA Really have a Heart Attack Gun?

    Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of Psycho Bob Says…, Shakin Shaner and Psycho Bob dive into one of the strangest and most unsettling gadgets of the Cold War: the CIA’s infamous “heart attack gun.” Discover how this bizarre assassination device worked, why saxitoxin was involved, and how the weapon came to public attention during the 1975 Church Committee hearings. We also separate the documented history from the conspiracy theories surrounding the gun—and ask the big question: was it ever actually used? It’s a fascinating trip into the shadowy world of Cold War espionage, where sometimes the strangest stories are the ones that are actually true.  Support the show

    Psycho Bob Says Did the CIA Really have a Heart Attack Gun?

  7. Aug 15

    The Long Kiss Good Night

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Shakin Shaner Psycho Bob and returning guest Jody revisit one of the most underrated action films of the 1990s—The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996). Starring Geena Davis and Samuel L. Jackson, this cult classic blends explosive action, razor-sharp dialogue, and a gripping tale of espionage into one unforgettable movie. Join us as we break down the film's unforgettable characters, memorable one-liners, behind-the-scenes trivia, and why this Shane Black-penned thriller deserves far more recognition than it received upon its original release. We discuss Geena Davis's impressive stunt work, Samuel L. Jackson's scene-stealing performance, Renny Harlin's direction, and the incredible practical effects that helped make this film a favorite among action movie fans.  Support the show

    The Long Kiss Good Night

  8. Jul 26

    Psycho Bob Says Is it Ketchup or Catsup?

    Send us Fan Mail Psycho Bob the Cat dives into one of America's most enduring culinary debates: ketchup versus catsup.  From ancient Southeast Asian fish sauces to the rise of Heinz and the standardization of "ketchup," discover the surprisingly rich history behind the famous tomato condiment. Packed with humor, historical trivia, and Psycho Bob's trademark feline wisdom, this article explores how language, tradition, and family history can turn a simple bottle of sauce into a cultural phenomenon.  Support the show

    Psycho Bob Says Is it Ketchup or Catsup?
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Where we celebrate the passion and the madness of the Geek, the Nerd, and often the Absurd. Each episode will be a different topic such as Saturday morning cartoons or Superheroes, favorite books, debates on absurd issues, movies and lesser known historical people and events. 

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  • Creator
    Shakin Shaner
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 What's Shakin with Shaner
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