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Episode 45: Haunted Lake & Beach Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 54:31


In this episode, Charlie talks about her weekend in a cabin at Lake Tahoe, as well as some spooky campfire stories, while Cassandra shares some mini-stories about beach hauntings.   **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised** 

Episode 44: Not-So-Sweet Candy Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 76:09


An episode for your sweet tooth! Charlie presents some of candy's fascinating history, and some stories of when candy falls into dangerous hands. Cassandra shares the story of Robert Clark O'Bryan, aka The Candy Man, as well as a true story involving a younger sibling and their Easter bunny.  *Trigger warning - stories of deaths involving children* **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised**   

Episode 43: The Anniversary Episode!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2020 164:04


It's been one whole year! In this episode, Charlie and Cassandra are joined by Brodie to discuss how 2019 went for all of us, and what we're excited for in 2020.  We also dig into a fair amount of pop culture (TRIGGER WARNING - DISCUSSION OF RAPE SCENES IN GAME OF THRONES), and magickal tools including tarot and basic altar items.  With food and drinks, things get a bit lively in this episode, we hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did recording it!  **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised** 

Episode 42: Chris, Yule, and Spirits

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2019 70:47


In this episode, special guest Chris Moore joins Cassandra to discuss the history and traditions of Yule. Chris also shares some personal stories about ghosts, and talks about his amazing Loki cosplay.  https://www.facebook.com/SewdiePewp **Adult language and content - Listerine discretion is advised**

Episode 41: James the T-Shirt Guy, Aliens, and Pop Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2019 96:17


In this episode, Cassandra is joined by her friend James who shares some personal paranormal and extraterrestrial stories, and his t-shirt re-seller experiences. Following that is a series of pop culture tangents including over-rated bands, why James hates Quentin Tarantino, and video games. We definitely utilize the "Whatever" portion of the show in this episode!  **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised**

Episode 40: Grief, Depression, and Loss

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 94:52


**Emotionally heavy episode, crying is involved** In this episode, Cassandra and Charlie open up about the things that have been going on in their lives, including grief, loss, depression, anxiety, anger, and a very important show announcement. Please listen to the end so you're in the loop!  We love you all, your support means everything to us. **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised** 

Episode 39: Samhain History and Celebrations

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2019 91:59


The word Samhain, often pronounced "sow-in", is Irish Gaelic for "summer's end." Cassandra and Charlie discuss the history of Samhain as well as ancient and modern day traditions, and how folks the world over celebrate it.  **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.**

Episode 38: Shannon McCabe's 11th Vampire Ball Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2019 49:41


Cassandra & Charlie discuss their trip to Sacramento CA where they attended the Vampire Ball. They also tangent about Harry Potter, you're welcome.  **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.**

Episode 37: Twins and Dopplegangers

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2019 119:32


Human duplicates! Cassandra and Charlie discuss identical and fraternal twins, along with doppelgangers and shadow selves.  **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised**

Episode 36: Full Moon Festival & Father Sabastiaan

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2019 97:05


Hosted by the Northern California Black Hat Society and the Strad Meadery, the Full Moon Festival was an amazing collection of vendors, performers, great food and snacks, and of course, delicious mead! In this episode, we recount some of our more memorable moments from the event, including an interview with someone who reports to be plagued by a demon, and an interview with fangsmith Father Sabastiaan about Endless Night.  **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised**

Episode 35: "Mining the Veil" event recap - Kennedy Gold Mine

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2019 75:48


Woo, what a great event! Special thanks to Kennedy Mine Paranormal Project for allowing us to go to the Mining The Veil event at the Kennedy Gold Mine in Jackson, CA, what a great time! Cassandra recaps some of the event speakers and the evening paranormal investigations, as well as some history of the mines. Don't miss the interview with Ghost Crier's Aaron G. Thompson near the end of the episode!   **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised**

Episode 34: Mabon & Charlie's Mabon Feast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2019 71:01


Hooray, it's Autumn! In this episode, Charlie gives us the low-down on the celebration of Mabon - its history, traditions, and ways for you to celebrate it. Cassandra shares her experience at Charlie's Mabon Feast, and all of the thoughtful details that went into it.  **Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised**

Episode 33: Dreams & Dream Interpretation

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2019 56:02


Human brains are weird. This week we discuss some of the history of dreams and their meanings in different cultures over the centuries. Cassandra shares some dream fun-facts, and Charlie lists some interpretations of common dreams. Side note - Cheers to Charlie for her getting back into the drinking game!  **Adult language and content - Lister discretion is advised**

Episode 32: Recap of Shannon McCabe's "Ritual" & Dyer Lane

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2019 59:19


In this episode, Cassandra recounts her attendance at Shannon McCabe's Vampire Ball event "Ritual" in Sacramento CA, and shares some stories that she was told about the haunted Dyer Lane. Charlie tells us about her new tarot deck, and how you can mix magick with animal rescue!  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 31: Folktales To Creep You Out

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2019 71:43


What do folktales and urban legends from Scandinavia and Asia have in common? They're all freakin CREEPY! Charlie covers some stories from Japan, while Cassandra reps some Scandinavian tales. Stories include mouth-less ladies who ask if they're pretty, a toilet you do not want to use, snow creatures, and chef ghosts.  **Adult language and content - Listener discretion is advised**

Episode 30: The History & Hauntings of Alcatraz

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2019 61:46


This week, Cassandra and Charlie discuss Alcatraz prison - the history of the infamous island, a few of its "celebrity" prisoners, and who's spirits are said to still be within the walls. Cassandra also spoils the ending of "The Witch" (Netflix) for Charlie, but it's ok because she didn't want to see it anyway.  *Please note some slight technical glitches throughout the recording, user error!*  **Adult language and content - Listener discretion is advised**

Episode 29: Brodie & Booze!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2019 68:50


Yay! Brodie returns to join us in this special episode where we discuss booze and its role in mythology and human history. We discuss mixing alcohol with magick, Bacchus, and the "Pulque goddess" Mayahuel.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 28: Phobias & Fears

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2019 57:19


In this episode, we discuss an array of phobias and fears. Charlie serves up some spooky phobias and a few celebrity fears, while Cassandra covers some common and some not-so-common phobias. Some of these are pretty well known, but others just may surprise you!  *Trigger Warning - Some phobias/fears/situations are discussed in great detail, please be mindful of this before listening to this episode. We care about you!* *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 27: Melody & Cassidy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2019


In this special episode, Cassandra talks to sisters Melody and Cassidy who share some of their personal experiences with the paranormal. Melody tells us about an investigation she went on in New Orleans, and Cassidy tells us about an interesting childhood incident that includes a bite on an unexpected body part.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.*  

Episode 26: West Coast & East Coast Tourist Attractions

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2019 75:35


Let's get some coast-on-coast action going here! Charlie presents interesting tourist stops and haunted locations from along the West coast, while Cassandra covers some places of note on the East coast. Stories include haunted Virginia City, NV locations, a lighthouse in Florida, and an interesting set-up at a farm in Centreville, VA.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 25: The History of Asylums and a Rad Female Saint

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2019 92:45


In this episode, we day-drink and talk about the history of asylums the world over, including some "spoooooky" stories and EVP recordings that some tour-goers shared after their trips to various asylums. We also learn about a young Irish Princess, and how her tragic fate at the hands of her father impacted the history of mental health as we know it.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 24: West the Skeptic & Too Much Talk About Dog Farts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2019 92:18


In this episode we sit down with West, our skeptic friend. He shares some personal opinions on the paranormal and supernatural with us, then somehow the conversation takes a weird turn towards the end. #yourewelcome  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 23: The ParaMystic Fair Recap - Pt. 2 - Seance with Patti Negri

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2019 89:11


In this second part of our ParaMystic fair recap, we cover the gallery read with Hollywood's "Good Witch" psychic Patti Negri, then we describe what it was like to be at the table during the seance that Patti hosted at the Miners Foundry Cultural Center in Nevada city, CA. Charlie also shares a very personal experience that occurred when she was at the gallery read.  #magick @PattiNegri #seance #norcalbhs  http://bit.ly/OldWorldMagick 

Episode 22: The ParaMystic Fair Recap - Pt.1

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2019 114:06


PHEW, what an awesome weekend we had! In this event recap episode, we share highlights of our trip to Nevada City, CA where we attended the ParaMystic Fair and Solstice Celebration at the Miners Foundry Cultural Event Center, including shout-outs to some amazing artists and creators that we met at the event. There are a few recorded interviews at the end of this episode, so definitely give them a listen and hear what some of the speakers have to say, including a quick word with the "Good Witch", Hollywood psychic medium Patti Negri herself.   Special thanks to the Northern California Black Hat Society for making this all happen for us, we

Episode 21: It's a Conspiracy, I tell you!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2019 70:18


We begin to scratch the surface of the world of conspiracy theories, including why some brains are more likely to believe than others, flat Earth, and the tragedy of the Titanic.  **Adult language and content, listener discretion is advised.**

Episode 20: Toan's Story

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2019 38:33


In this episode, Cassandra interviews Toan, who shares some very personal paranormal and family stories. Settle in, folks, this one's a doozy.    **Adult language and content, listener discretion is advised.**

Episode 19: Aubrey the Hypnotherapist

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2019 76:23


Aubrey is a pretty sweet hypnotherapist, you guys.  We had the opportunity to sit down with and interview Aubrey about her work with hypnosis, then discuss the guided meditation session that Aubrey led Cassandra through to meet her Spirit Guide.  **Adult language and content, listener discretion is advised.**

Episode 18: Another Podcast Puts Up With Us

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2019 60:51


Cassandra and Brodie were guests on the Sparks of Interest podcast to talk about (what else?) ghosts! Sparks of Interest is hosted by Jeff Bonano, Dennis Bagley II and Peggy Rew, who's name Cassandra can't even get right.  Check 'em out, they're a great group of folks and their show has tons of interesting topics. Tell them we sent you!  facebook.com/sparksofinterest

Episode 17: Werewolves and Vampires

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2019 79:22


Werewolves and vampires and podcasts, oh my!  Cassandra and Charlie dig into some stories involving much-loved (and/or much-feared) nighttime creatures. #valhallaatchagirl   **Adult language and content, listener discretion advised.**

Episode 16: Special Announcement, and Let's Talk About Death!

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2019 78:50


Special show update! Check out the special announcement at the beginning of this episode, then settle in to hear Charlie and Cassandra discuss different versions of the Grim Reaper, and get a not-so-fun history lesson on the Vikings and how they said good-bye to their loved ones when they passed on.  **Adult language and content, listener discretion is advised.**

Episode 15: Recap of ParaCon in Virginia City, NV

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2019 68:47


What a day! Cassandra and Charlie discuss the paranormal conference that they attended in the super-haunted town of Virginia City, NV, hosted by NorCal Paranormal Investigators. Cassandra recorded an interview with Jay Yates, and also got a recording of Patti Negri speaking at the event. Great day all around, we hope you enjoy! *Please note that Patti's audio recording is not very clear due to the sound quality at the Bonanza Saloon, and the front door was open so you can hear motorcycles and other vehicles driving by the saloon entrance.* **Adult language and content, listener discretion is advised.**

Episode 14: Listeners Stories

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2019 19:51


Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In this episode, Charlie and Cassandra present stories submitted by our listeners. Strap in, because these stories are crazy creepy!

Episode 13: A Tribute to Ed and Lorraine Warren

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2019 34:02


Cassandra gives her take on the amazing life stories of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren.  *There is no cursing in this episode, but there is mention of demons and spirits that some may find distributing. Lister discretion is advised.*

Episode 12: Outtakes & a Ghost Story

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 24:49


Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! This episode features some outtakes, cutting-room floor material, and us being silly, as well as a ghost story that Cassandra's dad shared with her. We hope you enjoy!  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 11: Pt. 2 - Spiritualism and the Ouija Board

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2019 98:16


Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In this part 2 of a 2 episode special, the GOW troop continue their discussion of the history of spiritualism, the Ouija board, and share some stories of when communication with the dead goes wrong.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 10: Pt. 1 - Spiritualism and the Ouija Board

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2019 66:05


Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In this part 1 of a 2 episode special, the GOW troop discuss the history of spiritualism, the Ouija board, and the unlikely friendship between Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Harry Houdini.   *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 9: Special guest Jeff Bonano, and the Lamest Dad Joke Ever

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2019 59:05


Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In episode 9, the GOW troop entertains a special guest from the podcast "Sparks of Interest", Jeff Bonano. We hear about Jeff's association with the paranormal from childhood up to recent adult years, and a story that will probably get us a not-so-nice letter from the local school board.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 8: Zack Bagans - The Demon House and the Dybbuk Box

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2019 35:25


Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In episode 8, Cassandra and Charlie discuss Zack Bagans and his Demon House, haunted museum, and the Dybbuk box. *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 7: Mythological Creatures

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2019 65:45


Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In episode 7, the GOW troop discuss the history and stories of mythological creatures including dragons, mermaids, and unicorns.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 6: Nursery Rhymes and Medieval Torture

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2019 38:34


Episode 6 - Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In this episode, Charlie and Cassandra discuss classic childhood nursery rhymes and the sadistic ways that humankind has used to off each other. (This is what happens when Brodie isn't here to keep us in check!) **Graphic descriptions of torture and torture devices** *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 5: Haunted Travel

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2019 62:41


Episode 4 - Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In this episode, Cassandra and Brodie discuss haunted ships and highways, featuring weird creatures and protective ghosts.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 4: Brianna's Story

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2019 77:44


Episode 4 - Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In this episode, the GOW troop interviews Brianna to hear her amazing childhood haunting stories, and Charlie presents a gem of haunting of her own.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 3: Let's Talk Demons

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2019 72:46


Episode 3 - Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In this episode, the GOW troop discuss the origins of demons, real-life modern demonologists, and Annabelle the Doll.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.*

Episode 2: Time Travel

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2019 68:53


Episode 2 - Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In this episode, the GOW troop discuss time travel theories and stories of other people who have claimed to travel in time.  *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.* 

Episode 1: Pilot - This Is Where It All Begins

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2019 125:50


Episode 1 - Welcome to Ghosts, Or Whatever! In this pilot episode, the GOW troop discuss personal paranormal stories, hometown urban legends, and relive some childhood memories.  **Stay tuned after the episode for a special segment wherein the Troupe tell you a bit about themselves** *Adult language and content - listener discretion is advised.*

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