Tipplers' Two Cents

Space. The Cosmos. Infinity. 13.8 billion years ago there was nothing; or as Neil DeGrasse Tyson describes it: nothing, nothing. Until a single point, possibly smaller than an atom with unfathomable density and heat, explodes into what we know as the universe. In an instant Space, Gravity and Time were created and about 400 million years later the seemingly infinite spew of particles from this rapid expansion finally formed into stars. Then the gravity of these stars pull each other closer and then farther apart into a spinning dance of millions and millions more stars until you get a galaxy. Then hundreds to thousands of galaxies into a supercluster and then an even bigger supercluster to contain the former. Oh, yeah guys. Space is unimaginably big. In fact “big” is an understatement; and there are a lot of cool and terrifying things out there like black holes, gamma ray bursts, quasars, magnetars, pulsars and the ULTRA rare;  Life. Humanity. Us. 

So, put on your NASA T-Shirt, grab a drink and join us on this interstellar episode… of Tipplers’ Two Cents.

Consuming human flesh is considered, by many, one of the most sacred taboo practices that can be performed by another human being. Not only is it usually followed by murder and other shameful acts, eating the flesh of one’s own species is something that very few could even possibly stomach. In some cultures, it is believed that indulging in multiple acts of cannibalism could incite a sort of transformation, both physically and spiritually. One such example of this is the legend of the Wendigo, a mythical folklore of Algonquin origin. According to these fables, the Wendigo is a wicked beast consumed by it’s desire for human flesh, and thus it stalks the forests, watching and waiting, until it’s next meal wanders into view. So what exactly could drive someone towards cannibalism? Who and what are the Wendigo and are they responsible for the disappearances of many missing people, as some claim they are? Well my friends, pour yourself a drink and join us, as we get a better taste of what we’re dealing with here in today’s mouth watering episode of Tipplers’ Two Cents.

The ancient Japanese warriors known as the Samurai were among the most skilled swordsmen to ever walk the Earth. Stoic and poised, the Samurai were also known for their intense and unwavering pursuit of honor, bravery, and discipline. As the head of the Japanese cavalry, many of Feudal Japan’s enemies became well aware of the existence of the Samurai after facing them in open battle. Conversely, the Shinobi became more well known for their subterfuge and stealth. Often referred to as Ninjas, the Shinobi were masters of assassination and sabotage while still being well versed in open arms combat. But what exactly makes a Samurai or Shinobi stick out from any other kind of ancient warrior? What was it like to live a day in the life of a Samurai or Shinobi? And what might it have been like to live during the war stricken time of Feudal Japan? Well my friends, pour yourself a drink and join us as we dissect these medieval badasses in today’s interesting episode of Tipplers’ Two Cents.

When we go to sleep at night that’s the time when our bodies and our brains recover the energy that was spent during our busy day. Many of us simply experience dreams when we sleep or maybe even a quick period of nothingness followed by a sudden burst of consciousness. But unfortunately some of us aren't so lucky. Instead there are those that are plagued by vicious unending nightmares. Nightmares so deep that they simply cannot wake. Sometimes these nightmares can be so bad or so intense that even if the person experiencing one such nightmare were to try and wake up, they would instead find themselves paralyzed, completely unable to move, and trapped inside their otherwise lifeless body. As if that wasn't bad enough, many have claimed to see some sort of evil entity lurking in the shadows as they lay paralyzed on their bed. During this time the entity has the victim completely at their mercy and they are left to helplessly watch and wait to see what this horrific figure might do to them. What I’ve just described to you is a phenomena known as Sleep Paralysis and about 4 in 10 people are bound to experience this at some point in their life. So in case you end up one of those unfortunate few and would like to know more about what to expect during a period of Sleep Paralysis then pour yourself a drink and join us as we explore this topic and more in today’s paralyzing episode of Tipplers’ Two Cents.

What a long strange trip it’s been. This year, 2020, was a crazy ride from start to finish. For many of us, 2020 was a year filled with nothing but sadness and hardships, but for others it also brought along a great many things. One of those great things, at least for myself, was the start of this podcast; a long awaited fantasy for both Sean and myself. But starting this fantasy wasn't without its challenges, as both Sean and I experienced many challenges and roadblocks along the way. So, since a surprising many of you have asked, today’s episode is all about us, how we got this show started, what we’ve covered, and where we are headed, as well as all the good and bad that has happened in this whirlwind of a year. So let’s end this year right with a nice send off episode to wrap up not only the craziest 12 months of our lives, but also the end of Season 1 of this here show. Won't you please join us by grabbing a glass, pouring yourself a drink, and lending us your ears as we reminisce about all things 2020 in this "conclusionary" episode...of Tipplers’ Two Cents.

What happens when an ego inflated science fiction writer decides to form a new religion based around the fantastical and absurd ideologies that he himself created? What if this same religion was only as old as, say, your grandpa or grandma? Well then my friends, you get the absolutely bonkers religion known as Scientology! Formed by the infamous L. Ron Hubbard, Scientology has quickly become known worldwide for their ridiculous beliefs and cult-like behavior. But what if I told you that the cult-like behavior was just the tip of the iceberg for how insane this business operating under the guise of a religion truly is? From testimonies about L. Ron Hubbard grooming young members to become his unofficial adopted children, rumors about David Miscavige (the current leader of Scientology) violently attacking members, to the real life case of strong-arming the IRS to giving them tax exempt status. The craziness surrounding this cult even includes such events like the disappearance of Shelly Miscavige, the wife of David Miscavige, who has been missing from the public eye for well over a decade. Today we’re going to discuss all those topics and more in this spiritually enlightening episode... of Tipplers’ Two Cents.

Hell. So many versions to choose from, but with Dante Aligheri’s description in The Divine Comedy, it ensures that this is not a place you want to visit. With Flowing Blood Rivers, Scorching sands, Giant worm monsters using you as their chew toy and all the visuals to guarantee you live a benevolent life; for who would risk their soul to sate a desire for your mortal body if you knew what was waiting below? Now, if you’re a good person you need not listen but if you have self-doubt... stick around and see what happens if you do not repent in this episode… Of Tipplers Two Cents.

The CIA. MK Ultra. In the wake of World War 2 the U.S government engaged in a large number of secret medical experiments designed to help win the cold war developing techniques for mind control such as feeding people LSD and other mind altering drugs to create a so-called manchurian candidate; a person being used as a puppet by an enemy power..And well if they couldn’t find a suitable candidate they forced them into a coma and gave them several cocktails of drugs to wipe their memory. Otherwise known as brainwashing. What is the extent of these brainwashing experiments? How did the CIA become involved in such far-reaching and disturbing research? Is our government the people’s enemy power? Find out today on this Psychedelic episode… of Tipplers Two Cents.

Nug and Yeb. Yog-Sothoth. Shub-NIggurath. Azathoth. Nyarlathotep. Cthulhu. These but a handful of the unimaginable, otherworldly gods that H.P Lovecraft wrote about in his nightmare-fueled universe that is the “Yog-Sothothery” More commonly known as the Cthulhu Mythos. Stories that make you fear the depths of the Ocean; for what could be slumbering below? Stories that make you gaze amongst the stars and think that something is out there that could wipe us out in an instant. Stories based on the belief that our place in the universe is so incredibly miniscule, we could not possibly comprehend what truly is out there. H.P Lovecraft gave us these stories and let us run with them for he knew that only the reader knows what they're truly afraid of. So light a candle, grab your drink, and prey something isn't watching from the shadows. The Eldritch Gods await in this petrifying episode… of Tipplers’ Two cents.

Earth, the only known planet in our solar system to contain life and home to the most intelligent beings in our known universe. Humans. But while we might be the smartest among our Earthbound companions, that doesn’t mean some of us...aren’t flat out stupid. And speaking of flat, there are those out there who believe the Earth we inhabit is, in fact, a flat surface instead of round. Better yet, some believe the Earth is hollow and that if you drilled your way to its core, you would find a vast open space, unoccupied by dirt or gravel like we have been led to believe. But why would these people reject the ideals that we’ve learned since our tiny minds could first retain knowledge? Why do some insist that the Earth is flat and others that it is hollow? Where do these theories come from? And why should we, the smartest beings on the planet, give these theories the time of day? Well, hunker down, pour yourself a glass and join us as we dissect two of the world’s most outlandish and, at times, foolish theories in today’s conspiracy filled episode of Tipplers’ Two Cents.