This weeks all about the bread and butter. Tune in to hear the history and haunts of the Westerfeld House, located in San Fransisco, California, US. The home started off as a family home, but after it changed hands numerous times - it seemingly went from sugary sweet to spooky. From flickering lights to demons, there sure is a lot of activity going on at this historical location. Need a distraction? I got you. 

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Wait, was it a mummy’s curse? This week, Alex revisits the previously covered distraction circling Titanic and the weird conspiracy theories surrounding it’s fatalities in 1912. Tune in to hear this revamped episode, learn more about the RMS Titanic, who J.P. Morgan allegedly had beef with, and - you guessed it - everything weird in between. Don't be left stranded, get aboard and tune in to this revamped coverage involving one of the most infamous ships known to date. Need a distraction? I got you. 

Listener discretion is advised. Shout out to our Patrons Tom, Bailey, Angela, Jon, Alicia, Lynn, Sissy, Shadow, Courtney & Cheryl! Thank you for supporting Weird Distractions on Patreon. You can also support the show on Patreon and get monthly bonus episodes, behind the scenes footage, and more! Weird Distractions is also on Buy Me a Coffee if you want to support the show with a one-time donation. You can also find WDP merch on Redbubble. If you want to provide feedback or even your own weird story to be read on air in an upcoming Listener Distractions episode - please email: [email protected]. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please consider rating & reviewing. It's the best way to support the show (for free). Thanks for listening!

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Make sure your candles are lit, your passports are up to date, and you bring your own coffee this week, folks! We’re back talking all things spooky with an infamous Irish location - being that of Spike Island! Tune in to hear the history, the haunts, the occult observations and Alex’s pet peeves with disembodied whistles. Need a distraction? I got you. 

Listener discretion is advised. Shout out to our Patrons Tom, Bailey, Angela, Jon, Alicia, Lynn, Sissy, Shadow, Courtney & Cheryl! Thank you for supporting Weird Distractions on Patreon. You can also support the show on Patreon and get monthly bonus episodes, behind the scenes footage, and more! Weird Distractions is also on Buy Me a Coffee if you want to support the show with a one-time donation. You can also find WDP merch on Redbubble. If you want to provide feedback or even your own weird story to be read on air in an upcoming Listener Distractions episode - please email: [email protected]. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please consider rating & reviewing. It's the best way to support the show (for free). Thanks for listening!

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Tune in to this feature of Cultiv8 Network's Horror House Podcast, hosted by Dom. In this episode, Dom painfully tells us about middle age torture - ouch! From being stretched on The Rack to having Rats chew through your stomach, settle in as we take a look at some of the worst torture methods from medieval times!

Check out Horror House podcast to hear more from Dom: https://www.horrorhousetruecrime.com/

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Due being away dog sitting, please enjoy April's Patreon bonus episode. If you want to hear other bonus episodes like this, consider joining the Weird Distractions patreon for as low as $2 (USD) a month!

In this episode, Alex discusses the history & horrors of the former Willowbrook State School. Previously designed to be a supportive place for children with various disabilities, unfortunately it turned into a breeding ground for trauma and exploitation. Tune in to hear more about what took place, the weird medical studies done there, and what came out of this Staten Island institution. Need a distraction? I got you. 

Listener discretion is advised. Shout out to our Patrons Tom, Bailey, Angela, Jon, Alicia, Lynn, Sissy, Shadow, Courtney & Cheryl! Thank you for supporting Weird Distractions on Patreon. You can also support the show on Patreon and get monthly bonus episodes, behind the scenes footage, and more! Weird Distractions is also on Buy Me a Coffee if you want to support the show with a one-time donation. You can also find WDP merch on Redbubble. If you want to provide feedback or even your own weird story to be read on air in an upcoming Listener Distractions episode - please email: [email protected]. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please consider rating & reviewing. It's the best way to support the show (for free). Thanks for listening!

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Why is it bug-related episodes that make us feel the itchiest? This week, Alex tackles the weird conspiracy theory involving ticks, Lyme disease, and the Plum Island Animal Centre. Did the centre really create Lyme disease infested ticks? What is Lyme disease? How many science related words can Alex mess up? Tune in to hear more. Need a distraction? I got you. 

Lyme disease support link: https://www.lymedisease.org/lyme-disease-support-groups/

Listener discretion is advised. Shout out to our Patrons Tom, Bailey, Angela, Jon, Alicia, Lynn, Sissy, Shadow, Courtney & Cheryl! Thank you for supporting Weird Distractions on Patreon. You can also support the show on Patreon and get monthly bonus episodes, behind the scenes footage, and more! Weird Distractions is also on Buy Me a Coffee if you want to support the show with a one-time donation. You can also find WDP merch on Redbubble. If you want to provide feedback or even your own weird story to be read on air in an upcoming Listener Distractions episode - please email: [email protected]. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please consider rating & reviewing. It's the best way to support the show (for free). Thanks for listening!

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It’s summertime, and that means (hypothetically) it’s time for a vacation! Pack your bags and make sure you have your reservation ready as we go to the reportedly haunted St. James Hotel in Cimarron, New Mexico, USA! This local hotel has so much to offer in terms of history, haunts, and everything in between. Tune in to hear more about this spooky location, and why you might not be able to book room 18. Need a distraction? I got you. 

Shout out to Christina from Espooky Tales for the recording regarding the recent Roe V. Wade events in the United States. For more information and to look at resources, please visit: https://choice.crd.co/ 

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Listener discretion is advised. Shout out to our Patrons Tom, Bailey, Angela, Jon, Alicia, Lynn, Sissy, Shadow, Courtney & Cheryl! Thank you for supporting Weird Distractions on Patreon. You can also support the show on Patreon and get monthly bonus episodes, behind the scenes footage, and more! Weird Distractions is also on Buy Me a Coffee if you want to support the show with a one-time donation. You can also find WDP merch on Redbubble. If you want to provide feedback or even your own weird story to be read on air in an upcoming Listener Distractions episode - please email: [email protected]. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please consider rating & reviewing. It's the best way to support the show (for free). Thanks for listening!

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Tune in to this feature of Cultiv8 Network's Horror House Podcast, hosted by Dom. In this episode, Dom discusses the The case of Judy Buenoano, aka 'The Black Widow'... aka, Judy 'Good Anus', a lady with a love of insurance fraud and murder. Who was Judy? Why was she called the Black Widow? Listen to learn more. Stream Horror House Podcast wherever you get your distractions.

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This week, Alex revisits the show’s very first episode, where she and former host, Christie, discussed Roch Thériault & the Ant Hill Kids cult. In this re-vamped edition, Alex revisit’s the case and puts an updated twist on telling this weird, infamous, and tragic true Canadian crime story. Who was Roch and the members of his cult? What did they believe in? What ended Roch’s reign? Tune in to learn more. Need a distraction? I got you. 

Shout out to Christina from Espooky Tales for the recording regarding the recent Roe V. Wade events in the United States. For more information and to look at resources, please visit: https://choice.crd.co/ 

Listener discretion is advised. Shout out to our Patrons Tom, Bailey, Angela, Jon, Alicia, Lynn, Sissy, Shadow, Courtney & Cheryl! Thank you for supporting Weird Distractions on Patreon. You can also support the show on Patreon and get monthly bonus episodes, behind the scenes footage, and more! Weird Distractions is also on Buy Me a Coffee if you want to support the show with a one-time donation. You can also find WDP merch on Redbubble. If you want to provide feedback or even your own weird story to be read on air in an upcoming Listener Distractions episode - please email: [email protected]. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please consider rating & reviewing. It's the best way to support the show (for free). Thanks for listening!

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Who knew triangles could be full of such weird things? This week, Alex discusses the Bennington Triangle, located within the state of Vermont, in the United States. This mysterious designated area has been the home of numerous disappearances, and some say there have been accounts of paranormal and UFO phenomena as well. Tune in to hear more about the disappearances associated with the triangle, and Alex’s call out for more details of all things weird. Need a distraction? I got you. 

Listener discretion is advised. Shout out to our Patrons Tom, Bailey, Angela, Jon, Alicia, Lynn, Sissy, Shadow, Courtney & Cheryl! Thank you for supporting Weird Distractions on Patreon. You can also support the show on Patreon and get monthly bonus episodes, behind the scenes footage, and more! Weird Distractions is also on Buy Me a Coffee if you want to support the show with a one-time donation. You can also find WDP merch on Redbubble. If you want to provide feedback or even your own weird story to be read on air in an upcoming Listener Distractions episode - please email: [email protected]. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please consider rating & reviewing. It's the best way to support the show (for free). Thanks for listening!

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