Weird Distractions

By Weird Distractions

Weird Distractions was a weekly show where host Alex rotated discussing topics such as true crime cases, conspiracy theories, paranormal stories and more to provide what most would consider a 'weird' ... more

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Weird Distractions episodes:

December 20, 2020 The Lawson Family Christmas Murders
This week, the girls are trying to wrap things up for the holidays and chat about the absolute confusing, heart wrenching, and downright diabolical Christmas adjacent case of Charles Lawson. Tune in to hear Christie’s coverage of this case – maybe not with your family, though. Need a distraction? We got you.
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41min
December 13, 2020The London Grand Theatre & Tranquille Sanatorium (Feat. Selene from Not Always Polite Podcast)
Weird, but sad and interesting - what a introduction! This week, Alex & Christie are joined by Selene, host of Not Always Polite Podcast, to chat paranormal locations in Canada. Selene takes the girls to London, Ontario, to chat about the London Grand Theatre where true crime, paranormal stories and some local lore meet. Alex finishes things up by going to Tranquille Sanatorium near Kamloops, British Columbia. Christie is just here for the underground, spooky tunnels. You might want to pull out your, "nope" button as there are definitely some spooks and scares in this crossover episode!
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Resources:
Infotel article - ‘The deep, dark and mysterious history of Tranquille Sanatorium and psychiatric institution’ - by Jenna Wheeler - https://infotel.ca/newsitem/the-deep-dark-and-mysterious-history-of-tranquille-sanatorium-and-psychiatric-hospital/it64157
In 2013 dollars website - https://www.in2013dollars.com/
Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tranquille_Sanatorium
History of Tranquille blog - by Jordan Keats
Small Cities, Big Issues article - “Thrown Out into the Community: the Closure of Tranquille” - by Diane Purvey
History Goes Bump in the Night Podcast – Episode 41: Tranquille Sanatorium - https://historygoesbump.libsyn.com/history-goes-bump-podcast-ep-41-tranquille-sanatorium
Haunted Canada 4: More True Tales of Terror by Joel A Sutherland - https://books.google.ca/books?id=kcQJAwAAQBAJ&pg=PA69&redir_esc=y#v=onepage&q&f=false

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1h 18min
December 06, 2020 Titanic Conspiracy Theories
Happy December! Trying to stay afloat for the holidays? Tune in and get distracted while Alex and Christie, along with their special guests, dive into some weird conspiracy theories around the infamous Titanic and it's demise. Was it a millionaire seeking revenge that sunk the ship? Was it even the Titanic that sunk? How does it all involve a mummy? Don't be left stranded, get aboard and listen now! Need a distraction? We got you.
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50min
November 29, 2020Michael Wayne Ryan & The Rulo Cult
This listener requested episode is definitely a weird one. Dave from Nebraska recommended the horrendous tale of cult leader, Michael Wayne Ryan from Rulo, Nebraska. Be warned weirdo's, this episode has some pretty intense details. Need a distraction? We got you.
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Resources:
Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_W._Ryan
KETV NewsWatch 7 YouTube video - Sister of Condemned Man’s Victims Fights Death Penalty – dated February 21st, 2012
News Press Now website article - “Discovery Investigation to air Rulo-cult story” - by Joey May – February 20th, 2017 - https://www.newspressnow.com/news/local_news/discovery-investigation-to-air-rulo-cult-story/article_2a294976-b600-5409-b1b4-f57df066e9da.html
Murderpedia - https://murderpedia.org/male.R/r/ryan-michael-wayne.htm
Oxygen article - “Former Cult Members Recall Grisly Details Of Sodomy-Torture-Murder Of Young James Thimm On A Farm In Nebraska” – on February 24th, 2019 - https://www.oxygen.com/deadly-cults/crime-time/former-cult-members-recall-grisly-details-of-sodomy-torture-murder-of-young

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28min
November 22, 2020Spirit Photography (Feat. Emily of Emily McCracken Photography)
Lights, cameras - wait, is that Abe Lincoln's wife? This week, the girls have special guest and local snap shot queen, Emily McCracken, on to take a dive into spirit photography. The girls chat the history of spirit photography, it's current presence, and tips on how to take a spooky photo yourself. Need a distraction? We got you.
If you would like to look into Emily's photography, please check out her website at: https://www.emilymccracken.ca/ or on Instagram: @emmccrackenphotography.
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Resources:
Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spirit_photography
BBC article - The Intriguing History of Ghost Photography - by Howard Timberlake – June 30th, 2015
YouTube video: “How to take GHOST PHOTOS – Creepy Photography Tips with Gabriel Biderman” - uploaded by B&H Photo Video – October 30th, 2019 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_rC_8jrd5E

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50min
November 15, 2020This Man
You've heard of The Badge Man, The Umbrella Man, and other mysterious identities before on Weird Distractions - but have you heard of This Man? This week, Alex tries to stump Christie as to who or what This Man may be, and why he is showing up in everyone's dreams. Need a distraction? We got you.
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Resources:
Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/This_Man
Thisman.org - http://www.thisman.org/oldsite/
Facebook group, “This Man” - https://www.facebook.com/This-Man-256644691053661
That's Spooky Podcast - Episode 28: Super Cute Time - http://thatsspooky.com/

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22min
November 08, 2020Anders Behring Breivik
This episode will have you frustrated, confused and down right distracted. This week, the girls chat about Anders Behring Breivik, who was behind the devastating terrorist attacks which took place in July of 2011 in Norway. Who was Anders? What led him to do what he did on that fateful July day? Tune in to find out. Need a distraction? We got you.
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Resources:
Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anders_Behring_Breivik
Anders Behring Breivik Biography by Biography.com Editors – published April 2nd, 2014
BBC News - Norway attacks: the victims – March 15th, 2016 - https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-14276074
CNN article - Norway Terror Attacks Fast Facts – Wednesday, July 29th, 2020 - https://www.cnn.com/2013/09/26/world/europe/norway-terror-attacks/index.html

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44min
November 01, 2020The Empress Hotel
Let's go on a trip, shall we? Pack your bags, weirdos, we're going to Victoria, British Columbia and staying at the infamous Empress Hotel. Packed with spirits - both the paranormal and alcoholic kinds, you won't want to miss this one. Hold on to your false teeth! Need a distraction? We got you.
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Resources:
Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Empress_(hotel)
CTV Vancouver article – Man claims to have spotted ghostly, ‘Lady in Red’ at Vancouver Hotel – Saturday, May 27th, 2013
Flight Centre article by Kara Byrne – “The Ghostly Guests of the Empress Hotel” dated October 31st, 2014
Haunted Places Podcast, hosted by Greg Polson – Fairmont Empress Hotel - https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/haunted-places/fairmont-empress-hotel-KjpPQEuFbYw/
West Coast Living Canada website – The Empress: A Haunted Hotel – article by Patricia Jordan - June 8th, 2013 - https://westcoastlivingcanada.com/2013/06/08/the-empress-a-haunted-hotel/
Sun cruise media website article – The Lady in Red: The Ghost of the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver – by Dennis Begin - November 11th, 2019 - https://suncruisermedia.com/Home/rv-travel/lady-in-red-Hotel-Vancouver/

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22min
October 28, 2020 Mid-Week Mini Spooks: Cropsey
The final mid-week mini spook will give you the heebie jeebies! Christie tells the tale of Cropsey - between the legend and the disturbing tale of Andre Rand. You won't want to miss this mini spook to end off the spooky season. Need a distraction? We got you.
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24min
October 25, 2020Area 51
Don't attend every Facebook event you're invited to! This week, Alex tells the conspiracy theories behind the infamous Area 51. Is it a examination place for crashed alien space ships or simply a storage unit? Tune in to find out, it's going to be out of this world!
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Resources:
Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Area_51
Time Magazine article - “Area 51 is the Internet’s Latest Fascination. Here’s Everything to Know About the Mysterious Site” - by Jasmine Aguilera - July 17th, 2019 - https://time.com/5627694/area-51-history/
Conspiracy Theory Podcast – hosted by Carter Roy and Molly Brandberg through the Parcast Network - Published January 31st, 2018 and February 7th, 2018 - https://www.parcast.com/conspiracy
Astronomy Website - Reports of Rising UFO Sightings Have Been Extremely Exaggerated - Eric Betz - October 2nd, 2020 - https://astronomy.com/news/2020/10/reports-of-rising-ufo-sightings-are-greatly-exaggerated

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35min

FAQs about Weird Distractions:

How many episodes does Weird Distractions have?

The podcast currently has 235 episodes available.