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Bizarre States

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It's Raining Cats and Frogs

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser round up the weirdest news of the week, including ghost islands, a mysterious whale corpse found in a jungle, and decapitated mummies. Then they dive into the history of real instances where animals fell from the sky.

Feb 28, 20191h 0m

2019: The Year of the Grenade

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser go into the weirdest news of the week, including turning yourself into a statue, abandoned sharks, and what happens when a man named Bud Weisser trespasses at a brewery with a similar name. Also they try to break down why so many people have been finding really old grenades recently.

Feb 21, 201957 min

Bizarre States with Special Guest Nicholas McCarthy!

Horror fans rejoice! This week is an all-horror episode where Andrew Bowser is joined by Nicholas McCarthy, the director of Orion Pictures' _The Prodigy_. They talk horror movie shop, getting into influences, paranormal experiences, and how to construct a good scare in _The Prodigy._ Also, Bowser is joined by actress Sarah Hay, who recounts a haunting that occurred during the filming of her film _Braid._

Feb 14, 201955 min

Bizarre States with Special Guest Roz Drezfalez!

Jessica Chobot is joined by comedian Roz Drezfalez, host of the "Ghosted! with Roz Drezfalez" podcast. The pair chat about Roz's history with the paranormal, ouija boards, Los Angeles hauntings, and Amelia Earhart. Oh, and they call that the Weird of the Week trend for 2019 will be people finding old grenades hidden in places they shouldn't be.

Feb 7, 201954 min

The One About Grenades, Vanilla Extract, and Taco Bell

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser dive into the weirdest news of the week along with some spooky stuff! Bowser dives deep into his Hot Ted Bundy conspiracy theory. And what do Florida, grenades, and delicious tacos have in common? You'll have to listen to find out.

Jan 31, 20191h 5m

Jeremy Corbell talks Bob Lazar and Area 51

Jessica Chobot is joined by longtime friend of the show Jeremy Corbell to talk about his documentary "Bob Lazar: Area 51 & Flying Saucers" which dives deep into the life of the man who brought Area 51 into common knowledge.

Jan 24, 201959 min

Bowser's Backyard Mega-Update and more!

This week hosts Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser recount a harrowing tale from Bowser's Backyard. Also Jess gives an update on her haunted mirror, Bigfoot sightings, and friendly Satan.

Jan 17, 201955 min

3 Million Dollar Tuna, More Fatbergs, and Doorbell Lickers

Andrew Bowser is joined by Nerdist producer Erin Vail to talk the weirdest news of the week -- including doorbell-licking prowlers, giant tuna auctions, and sewer-stopping grease plugs. And they also get into the darker side of pop culture. 

Jan 10, 201955 min

New Year's Listener Stories

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser ring in the New Year right with some listener stories to instill the correct mood for 2019.

Jan 3, 20191h 4m

Bizarre 2018 in Review

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser talk their favorite 2018 moments and give some updates to stories that they covered through the year. Also they discuss what words they really think are weird. 

Dec 27, 201849 min

Red Dead Bizarros

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser talk about the weird, creepy, and bizarre sightings in Red Dead Redemption 2. Also McDonalds and Taco Bell Holiday merch.

Dec 20, 201847 min

Spooky Japan

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser talk about spooky ghost stories from Japan. They also talk middle finger lawn statues and thieving nuns.

Dec 13, 201851 min

Bizarre Christmas Traditions, Corpse Smugglers, and More!

Hosts Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser probe the mysteries of the weird, supernatural and occult, dragging into the light current and historical paranormal activities and personal experiences, plus guest stories and expert opinion.

Dec 6, 201858 min

The Mysterious Disappearance of Glenn Miller, Listener Stories, and More!

Hosts Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser probe the mysteries of the weird, supernatural and occult, dragging into the light current and historical paranormal activities and personal experiences, plus guest stories and expert opinion.

Nov 29, 20181h 0m

Classic: The Traveling Museum with Greg Newkirk and Dana Matthews

Jessica and Bowser are joined by Greg Newkirk and Dana Matthews of Weird HQ! Greg and Dana were kind enough to bring some artifacts from The Traveling Museum of The Paranormal and The Occult!   Originally aired 3/16/2017   

Nov 22, 20181h 8m

Talking Horror with Special Guest Mallory O'Meara

Andrew Bowser is joined by filmmaker and author Mallory O'Meara of the Reading Glasses Podcast! They talk cat mummies, the state of modern horror, and Mallory's upcoming book 'The Lady from the Black Lagoon: Hollywood Monsters and the Lost Legacy of Milicent Patrick.'" 

Nov 15, 201858 min

Listener Story Roundup

Hosts Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser probe the mysteries of the weird, supernatural and occult, dragging into the light current and historical paranormal activities and personal experiences, plus guest stories and expert opinion.

Nov 8, 201849 min

Fallout 76 Exclusives, Sin Eaters, and More!

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser probe the mysteries of the weird, supernatural and occult, dragging into the light, current and historical paranormal activities and personal experiences, plus guest stories and expert opinion.

Nov 1, 201859 min

Fallout 76 Exclusives, Historical Geyser Junk, & More!

Hosts Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser probe the mysteries of the weird, supernatural and occult, dragging into the light current and historical paranormal activities and personal experiences, plus guest stories and expert opinion.

Oct 25, 201857 min

Weird Locations For Sale (Salem House, Island Fortress, etc) and More!

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser cover cookies that might contain human remains, Coven Corner witch story breakdown, Bowser's trip to Salem, and a rundown of weird locations for sale.

Oct 18, 20181h 3m

DECLASSIFIED: Conversations with a Ceremonial Magick Practitioner

Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser speak with Dr. Vere Chappell, a ceremonial magick practitioner.

Oct 15, 20181h 9m

Play Doh Makes Poo Doh, Entire Vineyard Stolen, & More!

Jessica Chobot and producer Stephen Czerwinski cover a vineyard theft, a new poo themed Play-doh, and more!

Oct 11, 20181h 3m

DECLASSIFIED: Conversations with UFO Researchers

Whitley Strieber and Steve Neill, world-renowned UFO researchers, join hosts Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser to share their documented close encounters of the Third Kind.

Oct 8, 201838 min

DECLASSIFIED: Conversations with an Exorcist

Rachel Stavis, possibly the world's only non-denominational exorcist, talks with Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser about becoming an exorcist, the differences of being a non-denominational exorcist, and working with higher beings.

Oct 1, 201836 min

Small Town Dicks with Yeardley Smith

Bowser and Jess are joined by a special guest, Yeardley Smith! They talk bloody eyed selfies, an ancient bronze hand, and Yeardley's podcast Small Town Dicks!

Sep 27, 201858 min

DECLASSIFIED: Conversations with an Astrologer

Christy C, a practicing Western Astrologer, writer, and teacher who specializes in birth chart consultations, joins Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser to explore their birth charts and astrological signs. Be sure to check out new episodes of Bizarre States: Declassified starting September 26th only on Alpha!

Sep 24, 201832 min

You're Not Broken

Bowser and Jess are back to talk about a prison necklace, more sex doll brothels, and a deeper dive into Post Malone's curse!

Sep 20, 201858 min

DECLASSIFIED: Conversations with The Mystic Museum Curators

Kiko Bailey and Erick Wessel, curators and owners of The Mystic Musem, explore their collection of spirit boards, oddities, and haunted items in the museum and store. Be sure to check out new episodes of Bizarre States: Declassified starting September 26th only on Alpha!

Sep 17, 201838 min

Hunt For The Skinwalker with Jeremy Corbell

Jess and Bowser welcome back good friend of the show, Jeremy Corbell! They talk about Post Malone's recent brushes with death, dynamite mistaken for a candle, an incident with a dog sitter, and Jeremy's new movie Hunt For The Skinwalker out on VOD now!

Sep 13, 20181h 0m

DECLASSIFIED: Conversations with a Witch

Dylan Bauer, also known as Mystic Dylan, delves into the history, lore, and ancient texts of mysticism and magic with Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser. Be sure to check out new episodes of Bizarre States: Declassified starting September 26th only on Alpha!

Sep 10, 201833 min

SICK BEATS

Bowser and a sick Chobot are back this week to talk about microwave weapons, stolen insects, the found ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz, and listener stories!

Sep 6, 201857 min

DECLASSIFIED: Conversations with a Bigfoot Expert

Matt Moneymaker, the foremost Bigfoot expert and head of the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization, explores the history, lore, and firsthand accounts of the elusive Bigfoot with Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser. Be sure to check out new episodes of Bizarre States: Declassified starting September 26th only on Alpha!

Sep 3, 201848 min

Sex & Cinnamon Rolls

This week Bowser and Jess (AKA Detective Cinnamon Roll) discuss a sex-doll brothel, a new way to quit your job, and listener stories!

Aug 30, 201847 min

The Handmaid's Ghost

Bowser and Jess discuss a biscuit assault, an update on the Loch Ness monster, and city's claiming Bigfoot as their own. They also dive into the haunting of The Handmaid's Tale costume department. Also Milli Vanilli. 

Aug 23, 201858 min

ALL WEIRD OF THE WEEK

This episode is ALL Weird of The Week! Coke nuns, lunch lady thieves, and drunk wasps! Has the D.B. Cooper mystery been solved? Why are lullabies always so dark? All this and more!

Aug 16, 201856 min

BONUS Live from Midsummer Scream 2018!

Live from Midsummer Scream in Long Beach, CA! Bowser and Jess discuss the sad story of Floyd Collins.

Aug 11, 201858 min

TEACHERS OR ART THIEVES?

This week Bowser and Jess discuss Joe Hill and the Jaws mystery, ghost babies, and a stolen painting worth $165M that was found in the home of 2 school teachers after they passed.

Aug 9, 201855 min

BONUS Live from SDCC 2018 with Michael McMillian

Live from San Diego Comic-Con 2018, Jess and Bowser talk to Michael McMillian (True Blood, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) about his podcast Bigfoot Collectors Club and more!

Aug 3, 201854 min

Can't Please Anybody

This week Bowser and Jess read your listener mail as well as some Weird of the Week!

Aug 2, 201849 min

Burrito Baby

Bowser and Jess are back from SDCC! They take it easy for the 200th episode and talk cat poo, chick-fil-a baby, and listener emails!

Jul 26, 201853 min

MAD POOPER STRIKES CLOSE TO HOME

Jess is back to talk about SDCC plans, a mad pooper, and more!

Jul 19, 201847 min

The Whaley House with Annelie Tomasic

Chobot is away so Bowser is joined by Aristotle for some Weird of the Week! Then Annelie Tomasic from the LDN offices jumps in to tell us some of her paranormal experiences!

Jul 12, 201854 min

Bizarre States Classic: A Load of Chaz

This week Bowser and Jess are joined by Nerdist coworker Jason Nguyen to tell us a strange tale about his friend Chaz! Originally aired: 7/7/2016

Jul 5, 201841 min

Occult LA with Molly Lambert

Bowser and Jess are joined by Molly Lambert, host of Night Call, to talk about some spooky LA and Weird of the Week!

Jun 28, 20181h 0m

5 Hours of Drinking and a Threesome

Bowser and Jess recount their trip to The Stanley Hotel, Weird of the Week, and read some listener mail!

Jun 21, 201844 min

Bizarre States Classic: Erika Lewis

Erika Lewis (author of The 49th Key) talks with Bizarre States about creepy mythology. Originally aired 4/16/2015

Jun 14, 20181h 11m

EVIL GENIUS with Trey Borzillieri & Barbara Schroeder

Bower and Jess are joined by the filmmakers behind Netflix's Evil Genius, Trey Borzillieri and Barbara Schroeder! SPOILERS!

Jun 7, 201854 min

Bizarre States Classic: Annamarie Tendler Mulaney

Two great tastes that taste great together? Make-up and Hauntings. Annamarie Tendler Mulaney talks about her new Smart Girls show The Other Side. Originally aired 3/28/2016

May 31, 201851 min

Es & Cheese with Gaby Dunn

Bowser and Jess are joined this week by Gaby Dunn (Bad with Money podcast) to talk some Weird of The Week and Gaby's experience in Gettysburg!  

May 24, 201855 min

Its All Garbage

Its an all news episode today! So much Weird of The Week and Poo Corner (TURD WARNING!) LETS GET INTO IT!

May 17, 201858 min