Boozed and Confused dives into the topics you never knew existed. Join us every Monday to drink & discuss all things paranormal, conspiracy, mystery, and just plain weird.
Episodes
Monday Jan 11, 2021
Monday Jan 11, 2021
This week's episode contains excessive adult language, graphic depictions of the events at the Capitol, and discussions of death and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.
There's no great way to say this - what happened on January 6th will forever haunt our country. This week we discuss what fueled the insurrection in the days and weeks leading up to this dark day in our history and what's to be expected for the inauguration.
This week's booze of choice: Sobering topic, sober episode.
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Sources:
- https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/venessawong/trump-gofundme-dc-january-6
- https://www.wsbtv.com/news/2-investigates/group-chaired-by-georgia-ag-encouraged-trump-supporters-stop-steal-dc/LOZIDRI2MJCRHPIWTPA5SNIMPY/
- https://www.vox.com/2021/1/6/22213979/congress-electoral-vote-count-pence-hawley-cruz
- https://www.usnews.com/news/top-news/articles/2021-01-10/police-officer-hailed-for-steering-capitol-mob-from-senate-chamber
- https://apnews.com/article/55972c6be7b819f46ec0ec55addd64b7
- https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/RL/RL32717/12
- https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/22/22O155/163234/20201209155327055_No.%2022O155%20Original%20Motion%20to%20Intervene.pdf
- https://www.npr.org/sections/congress-electoral-college-tally-live-updates/2021/01/07/954380156/here-are-the-republicans-who-objected-to-the-electoral-college-count
- https://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2021-01-02/nearly-a-dozen-gop-senators-say-they-will-object-to-electoral-college-results
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2021/01/09/trump-twitter-protests/
Monday Jan 04, 2021
Monday Jan 04, 2021
What do Kodak, John Donne, WWII, atomic bombs, and a US government coverup have in common? Turns out A LOT more than you would think. Join Matt and Carolanne this week as they talk about how Kodak accidentally discovered atomic bomb testing in the United States.
This week's booze of choice: Balvenie 14 Year
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Monday Dec 28, 2020
Monday Dec 28, 2020
2020 has certainly been a year to remember- rumors of World War 3, wildfires, murder hornets, a little thing called Covid-19… and much, much more. As we wrap up this year, we hope for a brighter, happier 2021. Join Carolanne and Matt as they jump into predictions for next year (and have a surprise announcement)!
This week's booze of choice: we're drinking tea! No alcohol. Yes, we're OK.
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Monday Dec 21, 2020
Monday Dec 21, 2020
What’s the first thing you think of when you hear the word “Christmas”? Most people would probably say “presents”, kids might say “Santa”. If you haven’t taken the uber capitalistic approach, you might be more on the side of something religious being top of mind. Has Christmas always had such a large tie-in with capitalism?
This episode join Carolanne and Matt as they dive into the lies capitalism and advertising have been selling you to make this one of the most successful and profitable shopping seasons of the year. This week's booze of choice: Guinness.
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Sources
- https://www.history.com/news/whats-the-real-history-of-black-friday
- https://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/opinion/2018/12/15/how-old-santa-claus-history-santa-claus/2221082002/
- https://www.coca-colacompany.com/company/history/five-things-you-never-knew-about-santa-claus-and-coca-cola
- https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/08/07/for-most-us-workers-real-wages-have-barely-budged-for-decades/
- https://www.magnifymoney.com/blog/news/2019-holiday-debt-survey/
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Monday Dec 14, 2020
The Codex Gigas, also known as the Devil's Bible, is a massive text written in the 13th century, allegedly by a man named Herman. Herman is a desperate monk, given the death sentence, who seeks to save himself by writing a book that contains all human knowledge in just one night. Midnight arrives and Herman realizes the feat is impossible, so he enlists some help from the Devil.
Join Matt and Carolanne this week as they dive into the mystery behind the Devil's Bible. This week's booze of choice: homemade old fashioned.
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Monday Dec 07, 2020
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Is science fiction finally becoming fact? Science has brought us to the threshold of understanding the very roots of our beings. With wild advancements in genetic and robotic engineering, what will humankind achieve? Will we be able to change our traits or will militaries push to create super soldiers? What ethical concerns come with the modifying of human beings? Join Carolanne and Matt as they dive into the world of genetic engineering and discussing if China is creating super soldiers!
This week's booze of choice: Coffee + Pumpkin Spice Kahlua (yes, we know it's December) + Aldi's Irish Cream
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Sources:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supersoldier
- https://www.businessinsider.com/8-technologies-the-pentagon-pursuing-create-super-soldiers-2017-7#8-gecko-like-climbing-gloves-and-shoes-8
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/zakdoffman/2019/06/08/russias-new-genetic-military-passports-will-sort-the-fighters-from-the-thinkers/?sh=7e0a7f9f2a6e
- https://abcnews.go.com/International/isis-linked-stimulant-captagon-dangerous-previously-thought-scientists/story?id=49269992
- https://interestingengineering.com/china-is-creating-biologically-enhanced-super-soldiers-says-us-spy-chief
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Nazi Germany needs no introduction. The atrocities committed by the Third Reich will remain a stain on humanity. In search for the ultimate super-men, Nazis performed many experiments. But did you know that the Nazis supplied their soldiers and civilians with methamphetamines? This one’s a doozy. Join Carolanne and Matt with a drink as they dive into the wild world of drug-popping Nazis.
This week's booze of choice: Pirates Blood mead from Wild Blossom Meadery in Chicago, IL.
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Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Late one night in the Ural District of Russia, Tamara Prosvirina went on a walk to fetch some water. What she found on that walk has confused people from all over the world. Pour yourself a drink and join Matt and Carolanne as we dive into the mystery of Alyoshenka aka the Kyshtym Dwarf. Where did this little creature come from and where did it go? Is this proof of aliens or is it merely an urban legend?
This week's booze of choice: Adventella from BuckleDown Brewing.
Sources:
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https://www.rbth.com/history/331782-russia-mystery-ufo-tunguska-dyatlov
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Content Warning: Suicide, Domestic Violence, Struggles with Mental Health
Ellen Rae Greenberg was a 27 year old first grade teacher from Juniata, Philadelphia. On January 26th, 2011, Ellen was found dead in her apartment with 20 stab wounds, 10 of which were to her back and neck. After the autopsy, the Philadelphia Medical Examiner’s office ruled the death a homicide. The next day, the Philadelphia Police Department stated “the death of Ellen Greenberg has not been ruled a homicide…Homicide investigators are considering the manner of death as suspicious at this time”.
In February of 2011, her case was officially ruled a suicide. What happened to Ellen Rae Greenberg?
Grab a drink (again, you'll need it this week). This week's booze of choice: Fat Tire Belgian White
Source:
CBS News: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/philadelphia-teacher-death-suicide-ellen-greenberg-parents-say-murder-48-hours/
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Humanity has done some pretty amazing things over the years - whether it's inventing the wheel or traveling into space. Have we done this all on our own or...have we gotten a little help?
Grab a drink and join Carolanne and Matt as they dive into the world of aliens and how they may have interacted with humans. This week's booze of choice: Revolution Brewing Tropic Hero.
Sources:
- Listverse: https://listverse.com/2017/06/22/10-signs-that-aliens-could-be-contributing-to-our-world/