Sometimes they brood, sometimes they sparkle, sometimes they're feral monsters. But one thing's for sure: vampires hold a special place in people's imaginations. This week, we give you a supercut of our two-part series on Vampires. First, we look at the myths and legends that surround the monsters. Then, we are joined by our good friend Mark to discuss the inspiration for Count Dracula: Vlad the Impaler
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Episode 143: The Crimes and Public Suicide of R Budd Dwyer
*TRIGGER WARNING* SUICIDEThis week, we look at the story of R Budd Dwyer, the treasurer for the State of Pennsylvania in the 1980s. After being accused and convicted of taking bribes, Dwyer did the unthinkable. One day before his sentencing, Dwyer would take his own life on live television.If you are having suicidal ideations, please reach out for help by dialing 988.Discord: https://discord.gg/Ndn8EdgeKQPatreon.com/twotownsoverFacebook.com/ttopodBlue sky: twotownsover.bsky.social
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Episode 142: H.P. Lovecraft & the Cthulhu Mythos
This week, we take a break from the horrors of reality to delve into the unspeakable horrors of H.P. Lovecraft and the terrors of his imagination. Lovecraft, the creator of what became known as "Cosmic Horror" was a complicated man, and his creations mimic his fear of the unknown and alien. We'll separate the art from the artist. And it's us, so of ehulhu
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Episode 141: The McDonald's Coffee Trial
We've all heard the story. A woman spills hot coffee on herself and sues McDonald's because the coffee was hot. But is that really what happened? Is there more to the story than a frivolous lawsuit from a woman who did not know that coffee was hot? Well, we're doing an episode on it, so what do you think?
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Episode 140: Facebook Poll Winner- Roanoke Part 2
So, what happened to the settlers on Roanoke Island? This week we look at the most likely options, from assimilation to cannibalism, no topic is left off the table. We also discuss some other occurrences of the word Croatoan throughout history that leads to brand new SCP Pete/Sassafras Charlie lore.
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