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Grognostics - Where Craft Beer Meets the Unexplained
by Grognostics
Frolic on precipice of discovery, rouse your curious mind, and expand self-awareness as Jason and Steve take you on an educational, yet hilarious journey through an explorative stew of mystical, historic, cultural and scientific. Prepare to laugh, learn, and enter into an introspective reverie as they ascertain topics that have always intrigued you whether you know it or not.
Episodes
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Ep. 79 The Insect Apocolypse
Ever feel guilty after you smack that mosquito or squish that beetle? Well don't! Soon enough insects will take over the world! Or, er, i mean they won't take over the world which ultimatley will spell the demise of humanity. Insect populations have been falling at an exponential clip since the...
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Ep. 78 Flannan Isle Mystery
On December 15th, 1900 three Scottish lighthouse keepers sat down to dinner on the island. Maybe Liam put butter on his bread, maybe he didn't. Maybe Wallace finished his meatloaf, maybe he didn't. Maybe this piggy went to the market and this one went weeee all the way home. We will never know...
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Ep. 77 AI & Humanity's Top 10 Greatest Inventions
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by hey that robot ripped my face off and is taking my job storm. Some have coined it the greatest invention in humanity's history while others are still fascinated by their automated quisinart. But where does it rank historically versus penicilan for...
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Ep. 76 Voynich Manuscript
The Voynich manuscript is an illustrated hand-written manuscript in a language unknown which has been carbon dated to the 15th century. Included is a full language repeated perfectly throughout the document, pictures and descriptions of animals and plants, and several, and I mean several drawings...
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Ep. 75 Baltic Sea Anomaly
Sitting at the bottom of the baltic sea sits an anomaly called the Baltic Sea Anomaly. So yes it's not only a non-creative name but it's just sitting there, contributing nothing, doing nothing. It's one lazy s o b. Is it man made? Naturally occuring? A sick joke left there by George Lucas? Tune…
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Ep. 74 Splitting
Splitting is a common symptom associated with issues such as personality disorder which forces individuals to view things only in two absolute terms; black and white;this or that. These individuals are unable to accept qualities in things or people preventing any grey areas to exist in thought or...
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Ep. 73 The Bell Witch
The legend of the Bell Witch dates back over 200 years and is one of Americas most credible supernatural stories. The hauntings which occured on the Bell family farm in Tennessee in early 1800's have been witnesses by dozens of people including a future U.S. President. There have been movies…
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Kooky Beer Tales
Did you know what was made when humanity's oldest yeast was exhumed (Brendan Frazier and the mummy had nothing to do with it just fyi), How about the culprit for eight people dying in a freak drowning accident in the UK? What about the massage oil used for cuisine's most popular bovine? Yep…
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Brewery Field Trip - Outer Place Brewing
Outer Place is a new Irish Craft brewery in Kildare, Ireland focused on hoppy styles of beer which of course is not typical of Irish beers so this makes their tasty beverages unique. Rebellious. Renegade-esque even. Their vision is to create a destination brewery that is fiercely independent,...
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Ep. 72 Ancient Weaponry - Part II
We're back to reveal the most savage, most innovative and most effective weapon of human history. If you didn't catch part one where we describe all the competitors please go back and listen. We'll be right here waiting... waiting... waiting... ok ready? You didn't skip any parts did you? Did…
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Ep. 72 Ancient Weaponry - Part I
In the name of misery and death, humankind has created (ok so mankind, men are the only ones sick enough to create such bludgeoning devices) some of the most innovative ways to kill each other. But what has been the most effective? The most catastrophic? The most expeditious? Sure there are more...
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Beer Sessions Volume XI - Non-Alcoholic Beers
I don't know if we want to say the craze is taking off but it certainly is wheels up and off the ground. In 2022 non-alcoholic beers hit $22billion in sales world-wide and the number is expected to grow. Between younger drinkers adopting a healthier lifestyle, countries prohibiting alcoholic…
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Ep. 71 Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
With football's biggest game of the year on the world stage, we're going to take you down the darker side of the sport to really ruin the game for you. That's what we do. Jason Reedy joins us once again for a wild ride into science, sports, history, and intrigue to dive into what exactly is CTE…
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Ep. 70b - Climate Change Part II: The Theories
Whether we'd like to admit it or not, there are three theories when it comes to climate change. One, climate change is real we are destroying ourselves by burning fossil fuels and the like. Two, climate change is real but it is naturally occuring. Or three, climate change is not real (climate...
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Ep. 70a Climate Change - Part I
If you've read any news in the last decade and/or simply walked outside you've noticed things are changing with our climate. However, is the media giving us all the correct information and is the climate actually changing? Many would say yes. Others say no. And others just want to drink beer and...
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Talkin' Brains with Dr. Lindsay Weisner
On today's show we sit down with Dr. Lindsay Weisner to talk about all things brain and answer the questions you've always wondered. Do we really only use 10% of our brains? When do men's brain neurons actually connect? 10? 20? 30? Ever? What are some wild but true neurological anomalies she's…
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Short Intrigue Snippets - TALKING ANIMALS
You could speak to any animal (and they could speak back). What animal would you choose and what would you ask them? Enjoy the latest Short Intrigue Snippets segment. They're digestible bytes (see what i did there?) of appetizing goodness made to quickly listen and churn up some pondering thought...
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Exploring Humanity with Kimberley Chapman
We go through life jettisoning from one destination to another bound by constraints of time and commitments but many of us don't often stop to ask why. Or what's the point of it all? Our guest today believes that a healthy diet of discovery, curiosity and mind-opening research is just the...
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Ep. 69 The International Space Station and the Future of Space Exploration
WIth the recent invasion of Ukraine by the Russians, it poses questions about what happens above our blue planet. While us humans (naming no names) are making terrible decisions to inflict misery upon our fellow man (and woman) science, space, and the advancement of humanity is still going on in...
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America. Drunk History Style.
Well, there are shows where they are a blast to record but embarrassing to post. This is one of those shows. Come listen to hear Steve's best moments on this planet and learn about a founding father you've never heard of before (one of those is true). He'll also regale you about a story…
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The Hidden History of Humanity w/ Tim Kelly
Did humans evolve naturally? Maybe. Did humans evolve spiritually? Possibly. Did humans evolve a third way? Perhaps. Author Tim Kelly joins us on today's show to shed some light on what he believes is a hidden history of humanity. We talk about ancient, lost technologies, the pyramids, Lemuria,...
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Introducing the Green Mushroom Network
We have some exciting news. We have teamed up with a Podcast Network called The Green Mushroom Network. This will enable us to do some more cross-collaborations and promote our show on other show platforms. Listen to this episode to hear more about the shows we're sharing a podcast network bed…
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Short Intrigue Snippets - A GHOST IS IN YOUR HOUSE - WOULD YOU WANT TO KNOW?
Welcome back to another short session here with the Grognostics crew. We take 12 minutes to discuss a topic pulled out of a hat - If ghosts populated your living space would you rather be able to see them or would you prefer not to know? Enjoy.
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Short Intrigue Snippets - THE EMOTION OF MUSIC
LIke an armpit at a deodorant convention (said no one ever), we like to keep things fresh. And with that comes yet another new segment we're trying out called Short Intriguing Snippets. They're digestible bytes (see what i did there?) of appetizing goodness made to quickly listen and churn up…
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Beer Sessions Vol X - The Red Ale
St. Patrick's Day may be behind us, but that doesn't mean we can't still drink like the Irish do. On this beer show we break down the red ale and discuss what makes it a red tasty treat as well as the difference between American Reds vs. English vs. the classic Irish Red. Tam joins us with…
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St. Patrick's Day Brewery Field Trip - Ballykilcavan Farm Brewery
About an hour outside of Dublin in the heart of Ireland sits a farm that has been family-owned for 13 generations. At first look, this farm looks and feels like any other - mixed farm, with woodland, grass for livestock, fields of crops etc. And, it is true that owner David Walsh-Kemmis puts on…
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Beer Sessions Vol IX - The Hefeweizen
Recent guest Nate from Rum & Regret Podcast is back for another educational beer session on the popular, yet somewhat forgot Hefeweizen beer style. And boy it sure is a toughie to pronounce. Enjoy some history, the characteristics details and some fun.
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Ep. 68 Havana Syndrome
Over 200 government officials from multiple countries have experienced strange symptoms such as ringing in ears, dizziness, nausea, insomnia and other ailments while abroad. Despite investigations by multiple U.S. agencies, no one can figure out the cause of these oddities. The U.S. has recently...
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The Witch of Amesbury with Author Stephen Hawley Martin
The Salem Witch hysteria swept New England in the 17th century but it wasn't really fully about witches. It was about the power of belief. That power was so strong that the fear resulting from it caused normal people - judges, clergymen, shop-owners, mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers and all...
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Ep. 67 Future of Sports & Technology
The crack of the bat. A deep bomb down the field for a winning touchdown catch. The eruption of the crowd after a winning shot in the hoop. The sounds and sights of sports has been something people all over the world have emotionally enjoyed all of their lives. But how we experience sports and…
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Ep. 66 The Age of Man
Humans have been around since the beginning of... well, actually we don't really know do we? Some theorists believe the current version we see in the mirror every day has been around for 12,000 years, others say more, others just do a 48min podcast and conclude nothing on the topic. Click your…
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Into the Void - A Summer Sideshow
On today's show we take a detour from our regular show structure to sit and chat about intriguing questions that make you think. Most importantly, what do you think about them? We roll out these questions of intrigue and then take 15 minutes on each to discuss over some cold brews that of course...
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Beer Sessions Vol VIII - Dad Beers
Dads have been drinking beer since the beginning of time, most likely cultivating beer in their man caves during the early age of man. Literal caves with a man in them – not the cave with a fridge filled with nitro cream IPAs, darts, and signed, framed jerseys of athletes from the '80s. The beer...
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Ep. 65 Life After Death w/ Author Stephen Hawley Martin
To steal an iconic line from one of our favorite shows - Have you ever questioned the nature of your reality? Today's guest, author Stephen Hawley Martin, not only bathes us in this existential ponderance but floods our curious minds with where he believes humankind is headed. Stephen is a...
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Ep. 64 Near Death Experiences with Kathy McDaniel
It doesn't matter if you're old, young, from different continents, what you look like, if you're male, female, etc. Anyone can have an NDE. Because then again, death doesn't forget anyone now does it? But what about death that leads to continued life? Enter stage left - Near-Death Experiences....
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Ep. 63 Sleeping Lucy
Lucy Cooke aka "Sleeping Lucy" was a famous clairvoyant physician who would heal people while in trance. She is credited with healing hundreds of patients and also could recover lost items, and provide other mystical services. And on today's show she takes her skills to the best podcast in all…
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Ep. 62 Atlantis
The lost city of Atlantis has intrigued historians, dreamers, and well... me. Truth is many are obsessed. One Atlantis theorist described his pursuit of the potentially mythical land as a gambling addiction. And, whether you realize it or not, you are obsessed with it too. It's ingrained in our...
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Face the Music Earth Day 2021
Face The Music is a collective of creative activists utilizing performances to inspire individual action. With over 70 social justice artists across the US & Canada, many with large national followings, our artists utilize calls to actions developed by partner organizations because the expertise…
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Vol VII - Irish Beer Sessions - St. Paddy's Edition
Ye there lads. Top of the morning to ya. It's St. Patrick's Day. Why aren't you in an Irish pub throwing back a few of the black stuff? What's that? There's a pandemic? Oh. Well. Don't worry. We've got you sorted. We've brought the pub to you. On today's show we sit down with Tam and Oisin, who...
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Ep. 61 Mother Nature has Super Powers
Miraculously bees know which flowers to land on to pollinate. Jellyfish are able to live essentially forever by constantly multiplying. Bears go to bed and know exactly when to wake up after months of slumber. And Jason? Well, Jason can drink a beer while standing on one leg. I mean, not all of...
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President's Day, Comedy Cavalcade of Presidential Obscurity
President's Day - a day to reflect on the leader's of our nation's past, or a day to stretch a drinking binge weekend into a fourth day of monumental debauchery. Our country has been led by natural-born leaders, by individuals thrust into a leader role without warning or those who have thrusted...
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Beer Sessions Vol VI - The New England "Hazy" IPA
Join us for another beer session show as we navigate down the historical trail of craft beer's latest craze - the Hazy Ipa.
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Sir Matthew and The Quest in the Draa Valley
When it comes to ancient discoveries centered around the core principles of humanity's story, no one is more apt to uncovering lost enigmas than our very own Sir Matthew. From taming savage turkeys in Roanoke to uncovering secret elixirs in vampire lairs to the unveiling of Santa's whereabouts in...
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The Worst Years of Humanity
2020 has seen deadly viruses, rioting, unemployment, general unrest and well the return of McDonald's McRib. So let's be honest with ourselves. Was it really that bad? It got us thinking; we all feel 2020 has been the worst year of our lifetimes but where does it rank in the history of worst…
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Jack Frosty Nipping at Your Nose
Happy Holidays from Grognostics. As usual we take a page out of the Grognostic Storybook for an original tale about a winter time character. Give a listen. The story might surprise you. Or scare you. One of the two.
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The Winter Solstice Preview
New shows, new shows and new shows. All coming out soon...
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Ep. 60 Ancient Architecture Part II
On today's show we continue on in our quest to determine whether ancient builders had just mad building skills, help from aliens or if we're missing it entirely. Newsflash: We're missing it entirely. Something at least. Enjoy.
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Ep. 59 Ancient Architecture
The Great Pyramid of Giza stands 481 feet high, and was built thousands of years ago when only primitive building and engineering methods existed...we think. Ancient structures are scattered all over Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, and even Australia and Antarctica that are quite...
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The Ghosts of Millhaven
A Grognostics Halloween short. Written and recorded by Grognostics. Bonus Halloween show courtesy of Unearthing Paranormalcy Podcast.
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Ep. 58 Eastern State Penitentiary w/ Expert Paul Kahan
Closed in 1971, Philadelphia's Eastern State Penitentiary is considered by many to be one of the most haunted places in the country. It's been featured on multiple television shows and is visited by dozens of paranormal researchers each year. There are multiple stories of paranormal-like...
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Frolic on precipice of discovery, rouse your curious mind, and expand self-awareness as Jason and Steve take you on an educational, yet hilarious journey through an explorative stew of mystical, historic, cultural and scientific. Prepare to laugh, learn, and enter into an introspective reverie as they ascertain topics that have always intrigued you whether you know it or not.
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