After a longer-than-anticipated break, we are back with a new name, new vibes, and new topics coming soon! But first, a fresh introduction is needed. Get to know us as we look forward to getting to know you. 

What better way to celebrate spooky season than discussing one of the most recognized couples in the field of ghost hunting? Of course, we are talking about Ed and Lorraine Warren! Carla walks us down a path of what their early lives looked like, and Ivy sighs repeatedly knowing of whats to come. (Spoiler alert - they have some VERY serious, um, controversies...)

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Intro/Outro music by Dmitry Taras from Pixabay

WELCOME TO SEASON 2 of AMP! Carla killed her plants, Ivy moved to Seattle, and the hosts get sidetracked on the topic of their sleep paralysis hallucinations…nothings changed! Well, except the podcasts name, but for good reason. We hope to see you each week for A MYSTIC PICNIC!

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Disclaimer for NSFW content!!! This week, Ivy takes us on a historical journey into syphilis. What did they do to prevent it in the 1800s? Could it be treated? And of course, would our favorite characters of Bridgerton have likely caught it?!? Grab and drink and get ready for this odd little chat!

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Intro/Outro music by Dmitry Taras from Pixabay. Sensual Jazz music by Grand_Project from Pixabay.

https://www.smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/did-everyone-in-bridgerton-have-syphilis-history-says-probably-20220413-p5ad8c.html

https://www.cam.ac.uk/stories/syphilis-georgian-london#:~:text=250%20years%20ago%2C%20over%20one,at%20the%20same%20time%20(c 

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/syphilis#:~:text=Overview,pregnancy%20and%20through%20blood%20transfusion 

https://www.saddlenose.com/syphilis-or-leprosy/ 

Midsommar can't be contained into just one episode of Cryptic Picnic. In part two, Ivy and Carla delve into the eerie world of the 2019 folk horror movie Midsommar. We'll break down the film's chilling take on Midsommar traditions, discuss its most unsettling moments, and share our thoughts on its portrayal of ancient rituals. With personal insights and a few more dad jokes, we promise an entertaining time. So, grab a tasty snack, a sippable drink, and settle in for a spooky cinematic adventure!

Do you want to join this cult?

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While doing some super serious research for our very important PhD programs, we stumbled upon this seemingly lost tape about Midsommar. Our bite-sized treat this week is all about embracing traditions. Would you join them?

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Music is Creepy Woods by Tim Kulig from Pixabay.

Voice over by Hårga?

In this episode of Cryptic Picnic, join Ivy and Carla as they explore the enchanting traditions of Midsommar. We'll share personal stories, sprinkle in some dad jokes, sing a few songs, and dive into the magic of this unique celebration. Whether you're a Midsommar enthusiast or just curious, this episode promises a blend of laughter and lore. Grab a snack and celebrate with us!

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Intro/Outro music by Dmitry Taras from Pixabay.

Other Music by Geoff Harvey and from Pixabay.

We've got another bite-sized treat for ya! In October of 1996, The X-Files released an episode so shocking and controversial that it led to the show being banned from airing for 3 years...what was so awful about the plot? Let's talk about it!

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https://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/30/arts/television/the-x-files-home-scary-tv.html

https://x-files.fandom.com/wiki/Home 

Join Carla on this weeks fashionably late episode as I transform into your secondhand pop-cult fairy godmother and serve up a rich cake of entertainment with a side of dystopian drama. This week, it's just you and me, mixed with a pop of fashion, a dash of fiction, a sprinkle of history, and a story time!

(Ft. the Met Gala, Hunger Games, "Let them Eat Cake", and The Garden of Time by J.G. Ballard) 

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Intro/Outro music by Dmitry Taras from Pixabay.

Other Music by Geoff Harvey and from Pixabay.

Mozart Rondo 11

Bach Fugue 21

https://www.vogue.com/article/everything-to-know-met-gala

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Met_Gala

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie_Antoinette

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hunger_Games

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/haley-kalil-met-gala-video-apology-b2545044.html

https://cultureinjection.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/ballard-james-graham-the-garden-of-time-1962.pdf

Welcome back to another Cryptic Picnic minisode! This week, Ivy chose the odd topic of "Glass Delusions" and gives historical accounts of people who believed they were/parts of them were made of glass...

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glass_delusion

https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-32625632 

https://www.history.com/news/the-delusion-that-made-nobles-think-their-bodies-were-made-of-glass