Disaster Hour

Keep your familiars in line, everyone.

In this one, Ian and Liv keep the spirit of Spooky Season alive as they discuss the absolutely absurd history of witch trials. The Middle Ages were a time where anything was possible, but only if you didn't use too much common sense.

Also, Liv would've been among the first witches to be executed in the 1500s. Ian likely would've negotiated with the devil for the power to cast evil spells.

No good comes from charting uncharted territory.

In this one, Liv and Ian talk about a group of nine people who went on a cross-country skiing expedition in 1959. Sadly, all nine of the skiers would be found dead after they never returned from their journey. How did this happen? Were the elements of nature too much? Was espionage involved? Perhaps aliens? All are a possibility.

Also, Ian becomes overwhelmed. Liv is underwhelmed.

It's all about the space between.

In this one, Ian and Liv talk about an explosion inside of a coal mine, which then caused most of the mine to collapse, trapping and killing the miners working at the time. And, to nobody's surprise, corporate negligence plays a role, as does legal fraud.

Also, Liv is only somewhat claustrophobic. Ian unplugged his carbon monoxide detector.

Warning: Adult supervision required for this episode.

In this one, Ian and Liv talk about a pressurized habitat on a drilling rig that instantly depressurizes, causing instant death for the people inside the habitat. Specifically, their bodies

Also, Liv continues struggling with the concept of PSI. Ian makes plans to buy helium from Walmart.

Introducing Pizza Hut Magneto.

In this one, Ian and Liv talk about the Four Pests campaign. What is it? A 1950s Chinese communist propaganda campaign that was intended to convince the Chinese citizens to kill all of the rats, mosquitos, flies, and sparrows in China. However, this mass extermination seriously damaged China's ecological system, leading to famine.

Also, Liv proposes theatrical performances as a solution to famine. Ian knows the difference between crack and cocaine.

National. Ass. Station. Anonymous.

In this one, Ian and Liv talk about the Challenger, a United States Space Shuttle that exploded during it's launch back in 1986. Despite all of the warning signs in the years preceding the tragedy, officials at NASA proceeded with the launch, which ultimately claimed the lives of the seven astronauts on board. And did you know it gets cold in Florida?

Also, Liv has what it takes to be a rocket scientist. Ian is a shockingly ideal astronaut candidate.

Time to break stuff.

In this one, Ian and Liv talk about the last two days of Woodstock '99. The chaos continues, there's more violence, more rage, and a LOT more arson. Figurative shit explodes, and there's still not enough water.

Also, Liv condones destruction of personal property. Ian fantasizes about participating in riot control.

Here's the links to the Saturday night performances that Ian and Liv watched:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7ffjitpLlA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YGfoIdgpFE

Surprise! We're back a day early! Double surprise, it's another two-parter!

In this one, Ian and Liv kick off Season 5 with the mega-catastrophe that was a the 3 day long music festival in 1999, known as Woodstock '99. Violence, filth, drugs, blistering heat, and nudity were just a portion of the mayhem at this festival.

Also, Ian learns about the yellow pages and Pay-Per-View TV. Liv humble brags about attending a One Direction concert.

It's the 50th Episode Spectacular!

In this one, Ian and Liv revisit some of their favorite moments from the past 50 episodes, as well as compete against each other in several different trivia games with content from the podcast. Get ready for some nostalgia, life advice, Bob, gameshow hostility, and more nostalgia. A horse was not involved.

Also, Liv recommends finding a better use of your free time. Ian reveals his competitive nature.

Thank you all for listening for the last 50 episodes! Cheers to 50 more!

In this one, Ian and Liv talk about an airplane that crashed in the Andes Mountains in 1972. The survivors were stranded and presumed dead, and were forced to take drastic measures to remain alive until they were rescued.

Also, Liv recounts an eventful experience at Chili's. Ian was a frost mage in World of Warcraft.