Best Alex Tobin Podcasts (2025)

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Ep.217- Lipstick Art and the Milking Machine. 2:00:57

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Send us a text Hey Campers, put down that lipstick and unplug the milker and join us at the campfire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about the Lipstick Killer and four men who got abducted while camping in Maine.By Alex Tobin & David Stokes

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Bonus Episode: Rat Kings and Emotional Support Eggs with Sabrina Imbler 1:02:46

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Today's treat: an episode from our secret feed vault. If you'd like to get in on these monthly extra episodes, subscribe as a Friend or a Friend-of-a-Friend. Our guest this time is Sabrina Imbler! After catching up on Sabs' latest project—a series of interviews with federal workers fired by the Trump administration—Rachelle and Sabs partake in a ba…

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Ep. 216 - The Most Litigious Man in the World 1:00:05

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that lawsuit and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about Jonathan Lee Riches, the man Guinness Book of World Records holder of the most litigious man who sued Martha Stewart, Brittney Spears, George Bush, Hitler, The Garden of Eden, and the Guinness Book of World Records. …

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Ep. 215 - Red Lobster Executions & Ashton Kutcher Crimes 1:25:41

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that AC unit repair man and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about Thomas Hickman, the mysteriously murdered Red Lobster Director who may have a strange connection to an episode to the hit show CSI?! We also tell you about the Boy Next Door Killer and how a string of murd…

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Bonus Episode: A Beautiful Gossip Ouroboros 56:30

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Surprise! In today's bonus episode, Alex Sujong Laughlin and Patrick Redford join Rachelle for some delectable morsels of gossip and not one but TWO big announcements! Try Hard premieres July 28th! Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts. Look out for Only If You Get Caught this fall! Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! …

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Ep. 214 - Cannibal Russian Soldiers & a Werewolf President 1:56:38

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that secret society and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about Dennis Gorin, the murderous cannibal criminal who got upgraded to soldier in the Russian military because why not?! We also tell you about the Bush family and their secret ties to secret societies that turned …

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Ep. 213 - The Hollywood Vampire & A Washington Barron 1:22:49

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that tall ass son and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about a terrifying tunnel collapse and the vampire it stirred awake in the town of Richmond Virginia. We also tell you about the odd German book that may have predicted the strange rise and fall of the Trump Family.…

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Honeydew Farms with Shea Couleé 56:56

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It is the season 8 FINALE and we've got the iconic Shea Couleé here with us for a tale of love and ambition amongst polyamorous bee farmers. Watch Shea in IRONHEART on June 24th and follow her on Instagram here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelse…

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Heartbreak Glitch Loop with Brandy Jensen 1:09:53

3M ago1:09:53

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Our editor Brandy Jensen joins us for a good old fashioned neighborly feud. Read Brandy's essay, which she wrote for the Yale Review, called the Polycrisis here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You can …

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Demented Little Tango with Vinson Cunningham 45:58

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Vinson Cunningham accompanies us to a fancy private school where the parents tend to get a little too involved in the yearly fundraiser. Follow Vinson on Instagram here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! …

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A United Nations of Red Flags with Sam Sanders 49:47

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Sam Sanders returns for some gossip about a case of "accidental" love-bombing in a hostel. Follow Sam on Instagram here and check out The Sam Sanders Show for more hot takes on entertainment and culture. We recommend you start here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era,…

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Ep. 212 - Fresno Nightcrawlers & a Cajun Bigfoot 1:18:23

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that barking dawg and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about the newest cryptid on the block, The Fresno Nightcrawlers aka the ghostly pair of pants gliding through the California wilderness. We also tell you about the Honey Island Swamp Monster aka Cajun Bigfoot and all …

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Devilish Horde of Pestilence with Nadira Goffe 1:00:50

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Nadira Goffe comes with us to a shared rental house simmering with tension over roaches, cats, and a very special stew. Follow Nadira on Instagram here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You can support N…

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LARP Camp with Rebecca Jennings 48:51

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Rebecca Jennings accompanies us to LARP Camp for a tale of dice, ghosts, and forbidden love. Pre-order Rebecca's book Be The Bombshell: What Love Island Teaches Us About Dating here and follow her on Instagram here. Get your tickets for the Normal Gossip Live tour here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and K…

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Ep. 211 - The Hitchhike Killer & A Pope Prophecy 1:33:35

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that “is this the road” and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about Cook, the Hitchhike Killer who went on a 22 day terror spree across the lonely highways of the southwestern desert. We also tell you about the prophecy of the Popes and how a premonition from the 11th cent…

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The Most Ominous Bird with Alanna Bennett 42:47

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Alanna Bennett joins us to explore what happens to you—physically and metaphysically—when you get into a fight with a magician. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend…

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Reverse Heist with Jonquilyn Hill 47:49

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Jonquilyn Hill hates pranks, which made her the perfect guest for today's tale of a townhouse torn apart by a prank gone wrong. Follow Jonquilyn on Instagram here and check out Jonquilyn's podcast Explain It to Me here. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You c…

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Sluts for Paperwork with Yowei Shaw 54:53

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Yowei Shaw joins us on [BLEEP] Island for a tale of volunteer firefighters, fancy snacks, and rampant nepotism. Follow Yowei on Instagram here and check out Yowei's podcast Proxy here. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets! You can support Normal Gossip directly b…

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The Couch and the Fuckboy with Scaachi Koul 50:22

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Welcome to season EIGHT of Normal Gossip! We're kicking off the season with Scaachi Koul and a story about the lengths you would go for a coveted couch. Order Scaachi’s book, Sucker Punch, here and follow her on Instagram here. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secret…

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Ep. 210 - Bad Irish Hitman & A Headless Chicken 1:17:16

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Send us a text You found a Camp Strange Easter egg…. Pretty cool huh?By Alex Tobin & David Stokes

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Ep. 209 - An Alaskan Killer & Weird Celebs 1:31:56

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that bongo and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about Robert Nelson, Alaskan hunter turned killer. We also tell you about some weird ass celeb stories including naked bongos, bad tattoos, and Twilight.By Alex Tobin & David Stokes

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Bonus Episode: Life as a New York Times Bestselling Author with Kelsey McKinney 39:09

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Popping into your feeds with a little treat! In today’s bonus episode, Kelsey joins Rachelle to answer all of our burning questions about her new book, You Didn’t Hear This From Me: Mostly True Notes on Gossip, reality TV, victorian marriages, and, you guessed it, gossip! Order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our new…

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Ep. 208 - Burke & Hare & Space Goblins 1:29:39

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that Logue and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about Scotland’s infamous murder for hire couple, Burke and Hare and how they killed 16 people with the blessing from the medical school. We also tell you about the Hopkinsville encounter and how little space goblins can rea…

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Champagne, Capers, and Cuddle Parties with Se’era Spragley Ricks 40:39

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Surprise! In today’s bonus episode, Se’era Spragley Ricks (Normal Gossip’s lead producer) joins Rachelle to dive into your questions, New Year’s resolutions, and morsels of gossip. Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, …

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Ep. 207 - Greyfriars Kirkyard & The Hairy Hoodini 1:32:48

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that enclosure and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about Scotland’s infamous haunted Greyfriars Kirkyard and all the ghosts and Harry Potter characters which reside inside. We also tell you about the San Diego legend himself, the hairy hoodini, Ken Allen the escape artis…

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Holiday Bonus: Caked Up Spirit of Christmas 55:36

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In today's bonus episode, Rachelle and Kelsey discuss the cinematic experience that is 2015's The Spirit of Christmas. Warning: we could not stop talking about sex and drugs in this episode, maybe because the movie is so chaste. Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our new…

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The Suite Life of Rachelle and Kelsey 1:00:28

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Thank you so much to some eagle-eyed listeners who alerted us to the fact that we mistakenly published an earlier version of this episode, which contains an error mixing up the Arctic and the Antarctic, which are–famously—polar opposites. If you’re reading this, then you’ll hear the correct version, thank goodness. And as promised in the Instagram …

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Ep. 206 - Rhoda Derry & Christmas Cryptids 1:34:12

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that crib with a ceiling and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about the hard life of Rhoda Derry and her stupid ass ex-boyfriends mom that drove her to insanity. We also tell you about the a gaggle of Christmas cryptids including Spoon Licker, Door Sniffer, and Meat Hook!…

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Family Lore Drop with Hrishikesh Hirway 49:41

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Gossip skeptic Hrishikesh Hirway joins us for a deep dive into the history of a (close) family full of secrets, lies, and prophecies. Follow Hrishi on Instagram @hrishihirway Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recomme…

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It Was Never About the Figs with Caroline O'Donoghue 54:04

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Caroline O'Donoghue joins us from across the pond for a story about art collectors with too much time and money on their hands. Follow Caroline on Instagram @czaronline Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendatio…

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Ep. 205 - A True Crime Killer & The Dildo Monster 1:36:30

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that tutor and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about Jung Yoojung, the true crime obsessed killer from South Korea who was straight up should have picked another career cause she sucked. We also tell you about the infamous Dildo Monster of Dildo pond and how a small Cana…

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Hell in a Ham Bag with Carson Olshansky 54:49

10M ago54:49

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Tis the damn season for hometown crushes! Carson Olshansky joins us for a story about running into your high school crush while holiday shopping. Follow Carson on Instagram @carsonolshansky Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Ale…

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New England Stolen Valor with Tobin Low 55:58

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Tobin Low is back for a story about a mysterious lobsterman and his cousin and how he brought a community together during season one of lockdown. Follow Tobin on Instagram @tobinlow! Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog…

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The Bro Never Dies with Josh Gondelman 58:39

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Josh Gondelman is BACK for a story about gross boys who love each other very much. Follow Josh on Instagram at @joshgondelman! Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, and bonus secrets! You can support Nor…

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Emotional Support Fruits with Samantha Irby 1:04:16

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Our old friend Samantha Irby is back for a story about what could go wrong when you bring a wild animal into your home. Follow Sam on Instagram at @bitchesgottaeat! Get tickets to Kelsey's book tour here! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recommendations, …

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Ep. 204 - The Battle at Ape Canyon & Ruby Ridge 1:17:23

11M ago1:17:23

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Send us a text Hey campers, get away from that cabin and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about the battle that happened on Mount Saint Helen between five miners and a shit ton of Bigfoot. We also tell you about the infamous incident at Ruby Ridge and how not to handle a shootout.…

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Nepo Baby for Trash with Alex Sujong Laughlin 1:03:19

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Our own Alex Sujong Laughlin joins us for a tale of petty thievery plaguing the Dept. of Sanitation during the most wonderful time of the year: Garbage Man Appreciation Week. Follow Alex on Instagram at @alexlaughs! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog recomm…

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Essential Oils and Illegal Casinos with Danielle Henderson 58:13

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When you cheat at bingo, the house always wins. Danielle Henderson joins us again for a story about how far parents will go to raise money for their kids' soccer team—and to gamble. Follow Danielle on Instagram and subscribe to her newsletter! Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from …

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Tidelines Book Festival with Lin Anderson and Alex Gray 20:51

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In this episode, we discuss true crime and crime fiction with Tartan Noir legends, Alex Gray and Lin Anderson at the Tidelines Book Festival in Irvine, Scotland. How and where do the worlds of true crime and crime fiction overlap in the search for the truth? Check out social media for more info: Tidelines Book Festival: https://tidelinesbookfestiva…

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Forbidden Feline Fanfiction with Ashley Reese 59:24

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Welcome to season SEVEN of Normal Gossip! We're starting off the season strong with Ashley Reese and a story about a smutty fanfiction community. Check out Ashley on Twitter and Instagram and check out her Substack here. Episode transcript here. Pre-order Kelsey's book, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, here! Subscribe to our newsletter for writing fro…

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Ep. 203 - Bonnie, Clyde & The Cursed Browns 1:45:33

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Send us a text Hey Campers, get away from that 22 and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you all about the legendary outlaws Bonnie and Clyde and their toeless and burnt tirade across the U.S. We also discuss the Cleveland Browns football team and their curse of 22 that keeps them looking like a big steamer year after …

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Charcuterie Board of Gossip with Rachelle Hampton 56:43

12M ago56:43

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Surprise! In today's bonus episode, Rachelle Hampton (Normal Gossip's best friend) joins Kelsey for a basketful of updates on gossips past. Spoiler warning! Make sure you've listened to the following episodes: S1E8 Spot the Scammer S2E3 Squirrel Enthusiast S2E4 Short King of East Texas S3E1 Righteous Lesbian Energy S3E6 In Defense of Children S4E6 …

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Ep. 202 - Mother of all Cults & Mel’s Hole 1:50:09

12M ago1:50:09

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Send us a text I’m too tired to write this, I’ll fix it later. Do people even read these? Penis butt crab sandwich man. Don’t say that out loud it’ll cause your mailman’s head to explode.By Alex Tobin & David Stokes

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Ep. 201 - Popstar Witch & Biblical Bigfoot 1:28:14

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Send us a text Hey Campers, get away from that big rock and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you all about Mona Frady, the Popstar turned witch, turned murderer. We also discuss the the legendary Cain and Able and how they didn’t only invent murder, but Bigfoot also.By Alex Tobin & David Stokes

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Ep. 200 - Bedlam Asylum & The Owl Man 1:36:40

1y ago1:36:40

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Send us a text Hey Campers, get away from that paranormal investigator and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about about Bethlam Asylum which gained its nackname Bedlam from the chaos that took place inside its walls. We also discuss the Owl Man of Cornwall and how we hope to god that he's just a terrifying monste…

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Ep. 199 - A Celibate Australian & A Time Traveling Photographer 1:25:11

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Send us a text Hey Campers, get away from that invisible dog and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about about Julian Buchwald, a young devout christian Aussie who came up with the worst plan ever to get laid. We also discuss Sergei Mikhailovich Prokudin-Gorskii the time traveling photographer who can't seem to st…

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Ep. 198 - The Headless Valley & a North Korean Hostage 1:47:16

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Send us a text Hey Campers, get away from that poster and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about about The Headless Valley of North West Canada where something is hunting prospectors... something that takes the head. We also discuss Otto Warmbier, the American student who was kidnapped by the North Korean Governm…

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MFAs and Other Mistakes with Brittany Luse 1:02:31

1y ago1:02:31

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It is the season 6 FINALE and we've got the amazing Brittany Luse here for a story about A-list authors, ill-advised MFAs, and pets in places where they shouldn't be. Listen to Brittany's podcast, It's Been a Minute, here! PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex…

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The Wormhole of Sasha with Gabby Windey 55:59

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We are joined this week by our gayest Bachelorette, Gabby Windey, for a story about queer love, polyamory, and a pair of *very* special tie-dyed overalls. Listen to Gabby's podcast, Long Winded with Gabby Windey. PRE-ORDER KELSEY'S BOOK, YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, HERE!!! Subscribe to our new newsletter for writing from Kelsey and Alex, blog rec…

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Ep. 197 - Mad Sam DeStefano & The Broken Alchemist 1:22:02

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Send us a text Hey Campers, get away from that red powder and over to the fire, we got some stories to tell. This week we tell you about about Mad Sam DeStefano the strangest and most evil mobster you've never heard of. We also discuss a Edward Kelley the gold-less, leg-les, and life-less Alchemist who almost could.…