Best Masks And Mayhem Podcasts (2025)

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For the Love of a Funny Girl: Nicky Arnstein 47:42

10h ago47:42

47:42

A cardsharp, a ladies man, a con artist extraordinaire. Nicky Arnstein skirted the law and lived the high life, even married the most famous woman in radio. A couple stretches of hard labor in the pen couldn't break him, but a film adaptation of his life almost did. Tough guy, thin skin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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S1E2 - Sinners: All Vampires Are Created Equal 31:52

2d ago31:52

31:52

Sinners: All Vampires Are Created Equal It's a trip back to the 1930s as RC and Jenn go into a vampire movie and resist the Irish jig. RC Beiler - @rcbeiler Jenn Evans - @halfsevenprojects Our theme music is Vintage Movie by Piano_Music We are fans of the Coolidge Corner Theater, but we are not affiliated…

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The Great Del Taco Stock Debacle: You Got Jacked! 48:42

3d ago48:42

48:42

There's the big leagues of insider trading, like what we see from both sides of the aisle in Washington DC. And when we think of Wall St. crimes taking place it's in boardrooms, backrooms, and out on golf courses. But what about in the Tampa Bay Rays farm system? That's where a roster of struggling minor leaguers tried to grab a big league pay day …

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Episode 167: Sow It Begins: A Witch’s Guide to Seed Sorcery 41:34

6d ago41:34

41:34

Let's Chat!! In this earthy and enchanting episode of C3: Crystals, Cauldrons & Cocktails, River digs into the gritty world of seed magick—literally. From spell-laced sunflower seeds to DIY seed bombs that are part gardening, part hexing (just kidding... maybe), we're getting our hands dirty and our intentions rooted. Glim joins in to sprinkle some…

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Diva Up Energy: George Santos 58:26

8d ago58:26

58:26

We've come to expect corruption and lies in Washington, but there are times when it just goes too far. Witness George Santos, a guy who is seemingly allergic to the truth (but not Hermès). He proves that there's money to be made in the outrage machine, whether we like it or not. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Room: the best worst of all time 46:34

9d ago46:34

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The Room: The Best Worst Ever The duo begin the project by going to see The Room as part of the Coolidge After Midnite series. Jenn goes in blind to seeing one of the worst films of all time. RC Beiler - @rcbeilerJenn Evans - @halfsevenprojects Our theme music is Vintage Movie by Piano_Music We are fans of the Coolidge Corner Theater, but we are no…

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Those Battlin' Bachs! Johann and Sebastian 57:01

10d ago57:01

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There's Sebastian Bach. The former lead singer of the hair metal band, Skid Row. You expect stories of him acting out –– that's kinda his whole deal. He goes through life like he's a one-man reality show about a former rock star who now enjoys wine bars and Broadway. But there's also his namesake, Johann Sebastian Bach. And let us tell ya, he was e…

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Episode 166: Fire Magick - Burn, Witch, Burn: Harnessing the Heat of Fire Magick 31:30

14d ago31:30

31:30

Let's Chat!! In this sizzling episode of C3: Crystals, Cauldrons & Cocktails, we're striking the match on all things fire magick! From candles to bonfires and blazing intention, River dives deep into the power, passion, and purification that fire brings to your spellwork. Whether you're manifesting with a matchstick or crafting a full-blown inferno…

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Bad Boy Book Buddies: Marcus Schrenker and Matthew Cox 54:13

15d ago54:13

54:13

Two con men. Each masters of financial fraud. Each on the run from the law, using aliases and wild maneuvers to stay one step ahead of the authorities. Until they weren't. And it was only then that they crossed paths, with ridiculous result. Get ready to throw a couple more tomes into the Ridiculous Crime library! See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Hey Paal! Did You Steal Edvard Munch's "The Scream"? 58:56

17d ago58:56

58:56

A former footballer in the Norwegian league who was also a former street criminal jumped back in the game as a high-end art thief. He says he made Edvard Munch's painting "The Scream" famous by stealing it. We say his whole story is...ridiculous! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Episode 165: Ghost in the Machine - Meet my Digital Familiar 14:57

21d ago14:57

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Let's Chat!! In this special crossover episode of C3: Crystals, Cauldrons & Cocktails, River introduces someone (or something) new—her digital familiar, Glim. That’s right, witches! We’re diving headfirst into the enchanted ethernet to explore what happens when magick meets machine. Can an AI really be a familiar? Is techno-magick legit or just gli…

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The Fixer: Lou Blonger 59:36

22d ago59:36

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This guy was the other Soapy Smith, running crime rings in Denver, Colorado. A bunco magnate, he made his money off the naïveté of rube tourists. His stock market wasn't real but, then again, is any stock market real? Anyway, the King of the Bunks ran afoul of the law in the most intense way possible. And it was…ridiculous. See omnystudio.com/liste…

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"You Try to Choke George Clooney, See How It Goes": the David O Russell Story 51:57

24d ago51:57

51:57

On a Hollywood film set, the director is like a god. They have the power to make or to break. They have the carte blanche to do whatever they must to make their art. And they often abuse this privilege and all the fine folks around them. And then, there's David O Russell who takes bad behavior to whole 'nother level. Listeners, be warned: there's p…

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River's Ramblings 8: Wishes, Whispers & Witchcraft - Be Careful what you wish for 29:24

28d ago29:24

29:24

Let's Chat!! This week, River dives wand-first into the sparkly (and shadowy) world of wish magick—because manifesting your dreams isn’t all dandelions and birthday candles, witches. 💫 We’re talking the light side, the dark side, and yes, there are cocktails for both. Grab your grimoire and glitter—I am sipping, summoning, and side-eyeing every wis…

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Queen of the St. Petersburg Crime Scene: Sonia Golden Hand 55:15

29d ago55:15

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A gorgeous thief who was perhaps too talented for her own criming good, Sonia Golden Hand stole hearts and goods all over Europe. She ran cons and palmed gems like no other, which gained her fame. Pro tip: fame and recognition aren't particularly helpful for those looking to fly under the radar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Behind the Mask: The life and crimes of costumed characters 58:04

1M ago58:04

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From college mascots getting arrested, to Gritty being investigated for fighting a kid, to the battlin' superheroes of Times Square, and on out west to the tourist wrasslin' costumed characters of Hollywood Blvd, this week Zaron amuses Elizabeth with tales from life behind the mask. It's wild how a little bit of cloth can make a person act out. See…

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River's Ramblings 7: Retrogrades - The Planets are Drunk Again! 1:03:30

1M ago1:03:30

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Let's Chat!! Grab your cocktails and clutch your broomsticks, witches—because the planets are in reverse, and so is your sanity. In this episode of C3: Crystals, Cauldrons, & Cocktails, River dives broom-first into the cosmic chaos of retrogrades. Why does Mercury always get the blame? What the hell does a Venus retrograde actually do to your love …

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When I Stencil My Masterpiece: Banksy Thefts 57:48

1M ago57:48

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Graffiti is generally illegal. Unless it's created by a celebrated, anonymous artist named Banksy. Then it's worth millions and ripe for the stealin'. People steal Banksy pieces, even the murals off of walls of buildings. Is it illegal to steal something that's already technically illegal? We shall see. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

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The Curious Kitschy Crime of Sea Monkeys 59:47

1M ago59:47

59:47

A mad inventor, his cheated heiress, a villainous toy company called Big Time Toys, astronaut John Glenn, Howie Mandel, the Pixies, and a dark secret... this story has it all and then some. Get ready for a wild ride into the underwater world of Sea Monkeys and their very, very strange inventor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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River's Ramblings 6: Berry Enchanted: Strawberries in Love, Lust & Magick 41:52

1M ago41:52

41:52

Let's Chat!! In this sweetly spellbinding episode, we’re diving into the juicy world of strawberry magick! From love spells to fertility charms, discover how this luscious fruit has been used in witchcraft through the ages. We’ll explore its ties to Venus, its heart-shaped symbolism, and how you can use strawberries in your own rituals, potions, an…

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For Those about to Rock: Alcatraz Escapes 58:44

1M ago58:44

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Escaping from prison isn't easy. It was near impossible from a place like Alcatraz Island in the San Francisco Bay. The prison was notorious not only for its infamous prisoners, but also for its harrowing location amidst choppy waters and hungry sharks. But the human spirit and the desire to be free can't be squelched. Come with us as we escape "Th…

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Dude Where's My House?! The Irishman Whose Home Went Full Brigadoon 50:43

1M ago50:43

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What do you do when you come home to find there is no home where your home should be? This was the curious dilemma for one particularly unlucky Irishman. His missing home conundrum led to a meandering multi-decade long legal melee to solve the seemingly magical mystery of who stole his missing 150-year old house. Because on an island with a populat…

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River's Ramblings 5: Rooted in Magick: Naming & Connecting to Your Witchy Home 39:30

2M ago39:30

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Let's Chat!! Welcome to episode 5 of River's Ramblings! Your home is more than just a place—it’s a sacred space filled with energy, intention, and magick. In this episode, we dive into the art of naming your witchy home, why it matters, and how it can strengthen your spiritual connection to your space. We’ll explore ways to bond with your home’s en…

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Long Live the King of Keys: The Antwerp Diamond Heist 54:30

2M ago54:30

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A diamond heist for the ages! An Italian heist crew pulled off an impeccably prepared raid on a vault full of diamonds. Well, almost pulled off. A lesson in the importance of patience, this crime shows us that everything can hinge on a salami sandwich. With special guest appearances by noisy interns! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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87 Bones S4E25 - The Critic in the Cabernet 1:41:04

2M ago1:41:04

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Brittany takes a break from The Tax Vortex and we recap this most awful of episodes. Buckle Up! We have opinions. On the show, the remains of a missing wine critic are found in a fitting resting place and the suspects are close to home and close-knit. Booth and Brennan face an interesting dilemma that tests their friendship and is particularly tryi…

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More from the Casebook of Bob Nygaard, Psychic Detective 59:10

2M ago59:10

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We're back with more tales from the anti-psychic sleuthing of super detective Bob Nygaard. Bob and his fedora get justice for a lovelorn gent who spent a king's ransom trying to win back his dream girl. As you can probably guess, hundreds of thousands of dollars and diamonds later, the guy was still alone. But he (and we) will always have Nygaard. …

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Ch. 89 – Annular Eclipse of the Heart 1:02:10

2M ago1:02:10

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Hell is on its way to Riverside. Vizual Aid rushes to figure out the key to stopping it. Equinox tries to make sense of it all.Check out our Discord hereMasks and Mayhem uses Mutants & Masterminds 3rd Edition by Green Ronin Publishing. Get 5% off with code Mayhemcast: Green Ronin StoreGrab a t-shirt, hoodie, or poster on our Merch StoreSupport the …

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River's Ramblings 4: Dialing the Dead: Witchy Ways to Chat with Your Ancestors 47:29

2M ago47:29

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Let's Chat!! In this episode of C3: Crystals, Cauldrons, & Cocktails, we dive into the mystical art of after-death communication with ancestors. From candle rituals and dreamwork to ancestral altars, we explore powerful ways to connect with those who have passed. Whether you're seeking guidance, comfort, or a deeper bond with your lineage, we’ve go…

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Born to Run: James Hogue 51:26

2M ago51:26

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Is it so bad to want to run? And is it so bad to want to do it in high school? Well, it sure is if you're 25 years old and faking your identity. James Hogue did just that. And then did it again under another identity in college. Baby, he was born to run. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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From the Casebook of Bob Nygaard, Psychic Detective 55:46

2M ago55:46

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Bob Nygaard, a former NYPD detective turned private investigator is a real gumshoe's gumshoe. Like he stepped off the pages of a noir detective novel, the snap-brim fedora-wearing P.I. is the man folks call when a phony psychic fleeces them out of a fortune. And Bob Nygaard, psychic detective, gets them justice. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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Episode 164: Ghosts in Witchcraft- Wren Talks Too Fast 16:19

2M ago16:19

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Let's Chat!! Welcome to Episode 164 of C3: Crystals, Cauldrons, & Cocktails, where we step beyond the veil and explore the presence of ghosts in witchcraft. Pour yourself a hauntingly delicious cocktail and join us as we discuss how spirits and ancestral energies play a vital role in magical practice. In this episode, we’ll uncover the ways witches…

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Eternal Sunshine of the Meatless Mind: Sarma Melngailis 55:01

2M ago55:01

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She was a vegan restauranteur looking for meaning in her expanding empire. He was a man who said he could make dogs live forever. Together, they made for one of the most toxic relationships we've ever seen. And along the way, they managed to drain her business coffers and stiff some workers. They put the "well, that sucks" in wellness. See omnystud…

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