We talk a little bit more about Alex the parrot and other smart animals, but in an effort to keep Heidi from breaking down crying, we quickly move onto a more upbeat subject- people who vanished and were never heard from again. Just some uplifting chat to take you into your weekend.

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Sure, birds are fun to look at, but what if they were actually than we ever gave them credit for? Alex the parrot is just another in a list of educated animals that demonstrate the deep intelligence animals have and perhaps helps explain a little bit of the deep connection so many of us feel for them.

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We wrap up the sad tale of Sarah Good and the concept of witch trials. On top of that, we discuss the similarities between Wheel of Fortune and the witch trials, and how a good gift certificate might cure all ills.

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The story of the Salem Witch trials is a fascinating look at mob mentality and what can happen when fear runs amok. But few of the stories of the trial are as sad as that of Sarah Good, who had a difficult life before the concept of witchcraft was ever brought up.

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This week we get spooky as we talk all things Poe, including the various stories about him that likely didn't happen. Plus we look ahead to next week where the spookiness of the season can't help but shape our next episode.

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When you're doing a show that flirts with the macabre like this, you at least have to consider talking about Edgar Allan Poe. And, if you read anything about the famous writer, you know how fascinating his life was.

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We wrap up our celebration of Tallulah Bankhead, debate if this is one of the more optimistic episodes of season one and talk about other famous dead leading ladies in this episode of the Aftershow.

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The character of Tallulah Bankhead outshines any character she ever played on stage or screen. And, we're pretty sure Tallulah wouldn't have it any other way.

She shone bright and had a good time while doing it. Which makes her final words something only she could say.

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This week, we go over Nostradamus- genius or crackpot? We go over the story of Michele de Nostradame and discuss whether he had some insight into the future or was just pulling at straws. Plus, we examine his predictions for 2023 and see how he's doing.

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A lot of times, people don't see their final words coming. In the case of Nostradamus, he really should have. Because he was, you know...

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