Crackpot Cocktail Hour

Strange happenings are afoot. First, both the daughter and niece of the town preacher fall into fits. Then, the daughter of a wealthy businessman follows suit. Soon, children across the region are afflicted by a strange plague of illusions and devilry. As darkness descends over Massachusetts, accusations fly. Who can you trust when witches are about? Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Background Music "October Rose" by Stephie Queen: https://freesound.org/people/StephieQueen/sounds/517891/ Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ For more information, please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com

Do your conversations feel one-sided? Are you questioning your own recollection? Do you think he may have a little Ted Bundy in him? (Or Dee Dee Blanchard in her?) Knowledge is power. Join us for this week's episode and learn how to identify and protect yourself from a narcissist. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ For more information, please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com

What happened to a local genius and inventor on a stormy night in November of 1980? Why did the thirty-two year-old disappear, and why change his will? And what does this all have to do with dynamite, magnetism and UFOs? Join us while we explore the strange disappearance of Duncan, BC's Granger Taylor aka The Spaceman.

What do computers, brains in jars, energy and pandas have in common? More than you may think! Join Lacey and Alex on a trip down the rabbit hole in the premier episode of Crackpot Cocktail Hour Season 2! Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ For more information, please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com

Welcome to the conversation, the intersection, and dissection of Civil Rights in the United States. Those rights established during the Geneva Conventions are for the protection of person engaged in active warfare on both sides. How do these rights measure against those of the American people in the time of the Black Lives Matter movement? Join us as we explore the Intersection of Black Lives Matter and the Geneva Conventions. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ For more information, please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Discussion of Suicide, Physical and Emotional Abuse On July 13th of 2014, Conrad Roy was found deceased in his pickup truck following nearly a year and half of suicidal threats and a minimum of three prior attempts. In the aftermath of his suicide, troubling text messages between him and his girlfriend Michelle Carter surface. Suddenly, the girl voted "Most Likely to Brighten Your Day" is the center of a media circus and court case. Join us for the conclusion of the complicated and tragic case of Conrad Roy and Michelle Carter. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ Mr. Radiation Music By: https://freesound.org/people/Mativve/sounds/416778/

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Discussion of Suicide, Physical and Emotional Abuse A teenage romance; an abuse victim looking for a way out and a young woman torn between the choices of life and death. In Part 1 of our series, we explore the star-crossed beginnings of the relationship of Conrad Roy and Michelle Carter in the year, months and weeks prior to his death. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ Mr. Radiation Music By: https://freesound.org/people/Mativve/sounds/416778/

March of 2011, a 9.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Japan. The quake triggered a tsunami, topping at 14 meters (46 feet) high, and ignited fires across the country. As cities collapsed and entire villages washed away, the worst of the disaster was only beginning at the seaside Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ Mr. Radiation Music By: https://freesound.org/people/Mativve/sounds/416778/ For more information please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com

In the dawn of the Atomic Age, a prodigy scientist holds the heart of an Atomic Core in his hands. What happens next accelerates or understanding of radiation and hubris of science. ​ (Please note, audio decay at the end of the episode. We're not nearly that drunk.) ​ Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ Mr. Radiation Music By: https://freesound.org/people/Mativve/sounds/416778/ For more information please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com/

In the deserts of Peru are approximately 300 straight lines and glyphs of flora and fauna. Between 2,500 and 1,500 years old, these are the markers of the Nazca people. While Roman technology was at its height in Europe, the indigenous peoples of South America matched them in sophistication and arguably outdid them in artistic splendor. ​But what are the meanings of the glyphs? How and why were they constructed? Join us as we explore The Nazca Lines! Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ For more information please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com/

Wanna hear us dish on the truth of a clown fish? Did you know the way to a snail's heart includes a love dart? And what about ducks? Would you like to hear how they... well, you get the picture. Join us for our Valentine's Day Special as we explore the strange world of Animal Mating! Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ For more information please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com/

In the summer of 1982, British Airways Flight 9 is in peril over the Indian Ocean. Every action is met with escalating obstacles and inches the flight closer to disaster. Learn the truth and conclusion of The Jakarta Incident. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ For more information please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com/

Somewhere between man and myth lies the truth. Join us, and special guest Kendall Kantola as we dig through history and mystery in search of the legendary immortal. Special thanks to: https://freesound.org/people/thatdavecarter/ In Search Of TV Series Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ Additional music by: https://freesound.org/people/lizziam/ For more information please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com/

What lies beyond the final border? Will angels meet you with open arms or will you tumble into torment? Does your life truly flash before your eyes? Learn what science has from those who have glimpsed that final frontier. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ Additional music by: https://freesound.org/people/lizziam/ For more information, please for to https://CrackpotCocktailHour.com

A story of love, tragedy and heroism, 9/11 survivor Tania Head's story seemed fit for the silver screen. But was she everything she appeared be? Join us as we explore the web of lies woven by Tania Head aka Alicia Esteve Head. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ Additional music by: https://freesound.org/people/lizziam/ For more information, please for to https://CrackpotCocktailHour.com

Join us as we spill the tea (though hopefully not the salt) on some of the more well-known superstitions and traditions which have become a part of our daily lives. From wishing on stars to fending off the devil, join us on this new episode of Crackpot Cocktail Hour. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ Additional music by: https://freesound.org/people/lizziam/ For more information, please for to https://CrackpotCocktailHour.com

In 2016, The Keepers documentary on Netflix ignited a media frenzy into the speculation of Who Killed Sister Cathy Cesnik? Nearly 3 years later and after new DNA testing, follow us down the rabbit hole as we explore what may have happened to the Sister that November night in 1969. Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/ Additional music by: https://freesound.org/people/lizziam/ For more information, please for to https://CrackpotCocktailHour.com

Would you say the ache in your knees is worse in winter than in spring? Does the summer sun soothe your soreness? Does anyone know whether weather worsens or wanes the pains? Find out what SCIENCE has to say on this episode of Crackpot Cocktail Hour! For more information, please visit: CrackpotCocktailHour.com Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/

When the New Age of Reason comes, where will you be? Better hope it's Georgia! Explore the history and mystery of Elberton, Georgia's enigmatic monument! For more information, please go to CrackpotCocktailHour.com Music Courtesy of SoundCloud.org Outro By: https://freesound.org/people/Snapper4298/

There may not be life on Mars, but is there someone out there? If there is, can we even understand what they are? What if life beyond Earth has evolved beyond the biological? Join us this week as we uncover the Crackpots' first recording! Special guest and original host Kendall joins as we question the possibilities of A.I. and Aliens!! For more information, please visit CrackpotCocktailHour.com