Grand Ramblings

Hilary and Shelby close out their MKUltra series with this last episode. They cover conspiracy theories, justice served and any possible hint of a silver lining from this whole messed up scenario. 

"Government-run human mind-control experiments" sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie. But in reality, it was the core of Project MKUltra. In part two of the MKUltra series, Shelby explores the methods, including using LSD, that the CIA used in an attempt to master mind control. 

Get ready for a wild ride! This week, Hilary and Shelby talk about what made Project MKUltra seem like a good idea -- the Red Scare. 

In this very special Booze Tues episode, Shelby sits down with CEO, creative director, lady boss and owner of Ally Rae Thread Co. Ally Flinski. They talk her company, accomplishments and the real important questions..White Claw or Wine? 

This week, Hilary and Shelby wrap up their Alcatraz series. This episode covers what life is like on Alcatraz today, some interesting facts, and the obvious entertainment of the hauntings of Alcatraz Island. Also, did someone mention mimosa and kayaking tours?

In part two of the Alcatraz story, Hilary tells Shelby about some of the most infamous prisoners who made it to the island, a mysterious escape attempt, and what happened to the island after it closed.

It's Tuesday and Grand Ramblings is kicking off our newest series about Alcatraz Island. Shelby starts part one of this series by going over the crazy history of the island and what went down before it became a federal prison. We cover the prisoners, we talk escapes, we also take a break from White Claw and drinking wine. 

Season Two means a new Grand Ramblings minisode interview series: Booze Tues. On our first installment Hilary and Shelby (the twos in Tues obvi) sit down with dietitian, Croatian queen and most importantly their best friend Petra Radman. We talk about her career in the hospital (spoiler, it's not like Greys) and how it was growing up in a Croatian household. 

In Part II of the Radium Girls series, Shelby delivers another science lesson — and then some. Be prepared to have your mind blown as Shelby and Hilary discuss the Radium Girls’ fate and the deadly substance that sealed it. 

Grand Ramblings kicks off season two with a new format (shocking). In this first-parter of their series, Hilary and Shelby cover the history of The Radium Girls. 

On this episode Shelby brings Sam from All The Way Through podcast back on the show to discuss all things good and bad about the holidays. 

In this week's minisode, Shelby and Hilary swap stories about holiday injuries -- and not just from carving the turkey. 

With the holidays quickly approaching, Hilary dives into one of the most polarizing days of the year: Black Friday. In this episode, you'll find out if Shelby and Hilary are crowd-loving shopping fanatics, learn some Black Friday traditions that Americans follow, and get a peek into the dark side of the holiday.

Have you ever wanted to know what Shelby and Hilary like to drink (besides White Claw)? What about how they met? In this extra-special episode of Grand Ramblings, your co-hosts reveal all. 

This week, Shelby explains Mercury retrograde — and why it ruins lives — to Hilary. Skepticism ensues. 

Back with the newest minisode, the girls stuck to the random word format. This week they cover some stories that are tied to “tire murders”. Hilary goes over the murder-suicide of Jim Tyler, and Shelby discusses the still unsolved and tragic flat tire murders of Florida.

The Cecil Hotel in downtown L.A. is a magnet for unfortunate -- and horrific -- events. This week, Hilary takes Shelby through the timeline of The Cecil's dark past. They talk Richard Ramirez, Elisa Lam, and much, much more. 

In this minisode, the ladies discuss bizarre cases of cabbage-related murders. Find out the story behind the headline “TURNIP HURLED FROM CAR KILLS MAN IN LONDON” in Shelby’s segment, and stay tuned for Hilary’s tragic tale of John and Jane Williams. 

In this comedy-filled episode, Shelby breaks down the history of comedy films and the ladies discuss their all-time favorites. Get ready...there are lots of poorly-delivered movie quotes ahead. 

WE HAVE OUR FIRST GUEST YALL! On this episode Hilary is out so Shelby sits down in our first installment of Get to Know GR with the one and only Sam. Mastermind of Outlier Visual, Grand Ramblings sound guy, hardcore music connoisseur, best cat dad, and obviously..her boyfriend. They discuss how he started his career in photography and how hardcore music has heavily influenced not only his art, but also his lifestyle. 

Have you ever wondered where the origin of favorite nursery rhymes came from? Like did the muffin man really run around selling his delicious baked goods in his village? Or the seeming innocent rhyme of Ring Around the Rosie? What about the root story of all the scary movie plots you've seen? This week the girls go over multiple fictional rhymes, stories, entertainment and concepts that were actually driven from fact or real life events. 

On this week’s episode, Hilary and Shelby explore the surprisingly long history of American fraternities and sororities. Join the girls as they chat secret societies, rush week, and famous pledges. 

It's spooky season year round for Shelby and Hilary, but they're taking the fall weather as an opportunity to talk haunted houses. In this minisode, Shelby tells Hilary about the infamous Lizzie Borden home and Hilary dives into the haunted past of the oldest building in Georgia. continue reading

Pumpkin Spice, fall weather vibes and White Claw shortages..oh my! It's September so this means this week the girls share everything that makes their inner basic bitch flourish during this wonderful time of the year. They also go into why we are so obsessed with pumpkin spice because..surprise! There's actually a science to it. So go get that PSL, put on some layers and strap on your combat boots because this week we are getting prepped for all things fall. continue reading

In this episode of Champagne Theories, Shelby and Hilary chat conspiracies (again). This time, they chat about chemtrail believers and also convince themselves that Tupac is alive, well, and living his best life. continue reading

Most folks say that love makes people crazy. We say that sports makes people crazy. In this episode, Hilary and Shelby talk sports in America all the way from violent lacrosse games of yore to multi-million dollar sports paraphernalia purchases. Tune in to hear the play-by-play of the history of America’s history of sports and our citizens’ seemingly-universal obsessions. continue reading

Shelby and Hilary share stories of bizarre and borderline terrifying National Park disappearances and unsolved deaths. They also cover what exactly makes it so difficult to investigate these occurrences. This week they go over the strange short-lived disappearance (definitely abduction) of unnamed John Doe and the disappearance of sweet baby angel Jared Negrete.     continue reading

It's the highly anticipated episode y'all..Hilary and Shelby finally put to rest the battle of the boy bands: *NSYNC vs. Backstreet Boys. Tune in to see not only who comes out on top, but some quality history on how boy bands came to be. continue reading

In this episode of Champagne Theories, Shelby and Hilary investigate two cold cases. Listen as the girls dig into the perplexing mysteries of the Grimes sisters and Amber Hagerman.  continue reading

Birthdays come around every year whether you’re ready or not. But have you ever thought about why we blow out candles while people awkwardly sing to us off-tune just to then binge on cake? In this episode, Hilary brings Shelby through the history of birthdays. Get ready for talking pharaohs, German celebrations, and remixed old-school tunes. continue reading

This week, the girls share some facts about epic ghost towns. First, they dive into Bodie, California, a once booming (but now cursed) gold mining ghost town. They also explore New York's North Brother island, where the infamous Typhoid Mary was quarantined in the early 1900s. continue reading

Wedding season is in full swing. But before Pinterest and The Knot, how did people plan weddings? And how has the meaning of marriage changed through the years? continue reading

On this episode of Champagne Theories, Hilary and Shelby talk conspiracy theories! They discuss the illuminati infiltration of the Denver International Airport and the (even more) far-fetched theory that Avril Lavinge is dead. continue reading

Reality TV is everyone's favorite guilty pleasure. But how did it become so popular? On this episode of Grand Ramblings, Shelby and Hilary dive into the surprisingly long history of one of the strangest television genres that exist. continue reading

On this episode of Champagne Theories, Shelby and Hilary dug up the weirdest facts they could find. Join them as they talk about weird competitive sports, maternal otters, and more. continue reading

Dating culture has changed drastically over the years. On this episode, Shelby and Hilary discuss the history of dating and advice on navigating the dating world today. They also share hilarious Tinder date nightmares, and crucial dos and don'ts of online dating. continue reading

On this episode of Champagne Theories, Shelby and Hilary scoured the internet for the most outrageous Wikipedia pages they could find. The result? Cautionary tales about sending your kids to attachment therapy and the charming story of a cat with kleptomania. continue reading

Keto, intermittent fasting, veganism, Weight Watchers, paleo -- what's even healthy anymore?! The girls wanted to find out and share their own health journey. In this episode, Shelby and Hilary take a deep dive into fad diets of yore, what's popular today, and the science behind it all. continue reading

In this episode of Champagne Theories, Shelby and Hilary discuss Hulu's "The Act" and the recent film "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile". continue reading

Welcome to the very first episode of Grand Ramblings! In this episode, Shelby and Hilary discuss all the things they wish they could tell the teenaged versions of themselves. continue reading

Welcome to Grand Ramblings! In this quickie trailer episode, Hilary and Shelby introduce themselves and their brand spanking new podcast. continue reading