Creepy History
Fraser & Jennifer Coffeen
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2.8 - Burke and Hare & Eva Peron's Body
Creepy History
10/07/21 • 73 min
We're back! And we missed you. Creepy History returns with new episodes every Thursday. This week, Jen starts us off with one of her all-time favorite party stories: famous body-snatchers Burke & Hare. Then Fraser tells of the twisted and weird journey of the corpse of Eva Peron. For our cocktail, it's the unofficial drink of Argentina, the Fernet con coca! Spoiler: it's... well, it's a thing. Join us, pour yourself some fernet, and see what you think!
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Fernet con Coca
2 oz. Fernet
6 oz. Coke
Just pour over ice and stir. That's it.
Enjoy?
Credits:
Fraser Coffeen (Twitter @FCoffeen)
Jennifer Coffeen (Twitter @JenCoffeen)
Music by Fraser and Charlie Coffeen (Instagram @CharliesKeys)
2.6 - King Tut's Curse & Early Medical Malpractice
Creepy History
06/17/21 • 64 min
This week, Jen kicks things off by telling us the facts behind the curse of King Tut's tomb - we'll leave you to decide if the curse is real or not. Then Fraser takes us to 18th century London for a look at the not very sanitary state of surgery at that time, and a famously botched stone removal. For our cocktail, we have the light and refreshing sherry cobbler. Perfect for summer! Pour yourself a glass, sit back and enjoy.
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Sherry Cobbler Recipe
4 oz Sherry
0.5 oz simple syrup
3 orange slices
Fresh seasonal berries, mint, and more orange slices to garnish
Add sherry, syrup, orange slices, and ice to a shaker. Mix.
Strain into a glass filled with crushed ice (seriously, FILLED)
Add berries, orange, and mint to garnish. Serve with a straw.
Enjoy!
Credits:
Fraser Coffeen (Twitter @FCoffeen)
Jennifer Coffeen (Twitter @JenCoffeen)
Music by Fraser and Charlie Coffeen (Instagram @CharliesKeys)
1.2 - Ludger Sylbaris and The Cave Dwellers of Wick
Creepy History
10/15/20 • 72 min
Episode 2 brings us two new creepy tales from history - what you wish you had learned in Social Studies class, but never did! Up first, Jen has the story of Ludger Sylbaris, the man who survived a volcano. Then Fraser takes us to Scotland for a look at the Cave Dwellers of Wick. Our creepy cocktail this week is the Rusty Nail; get the recipe below. Follow us on social media: Twitter @CreepyHist and Instagram @CreepyHistPod.
Rusty Nail Recipe
1.5 oz blended Scotch (not single malt)
0.75 oz Drambuie
Pour over ice, stir, and enjoy!
Credits:
Fraser Coffeen (Twitter @FCoffeen)
Jennifer Coffeen (Twitter @JenCoffeen)
Music by Fraser and Charlie Coffeen (Instagram @CharliesKeys)
1.1 - Charlotte Corday and Waterloo Teeth
Creepy History
10/04/20 • 83 min
Welcome to the first episode of Creepy History! Every week, we take a look at two creepy tales from history - the kind of stuff you always wished you studied in school, but never did. Today's episode takes us to France as Fraser presents the story of Charlotte Corday and the French Revolution, while Jen tells us all about Waterloo Teeth. Our creepy cocktail this week is the French Revolution, so check the recipe below and join in. Follow us on social media: Twitter @CreepyHist and Instagram @CreepyHistPod
French Revolution Recipe
2 oz Brandy
1/2 oz Framboise Raspberry Liqueur
3 oz champagne
Pour brandy and liqueur into a mixer with ice and mix well. Strain into a champagne flute and top with champagne.
2.10 - The Ring Story & The Werewolf of Ansbach
Creepy History
10/21/21 • 62 min
We are leaning into the Halloween spirit with a pair of extra creepy tales this week. Up first is Jen as she continues her theme of the true stories behind your favorite scary movies. This week: The Ring (or Ringu for you fellow J-Horror purists). Then, Fraser tells us all about the macabre Werewolf of Ansbach - with bonus werewolf tales for good measure. Our drink is a Between the Sheets, so mix one up and join us!
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Between the Sheets
1 oz. Cognac
1 oz. White Rum
1 oz. Triple Sec
1/4 oz. Lemon Juice
Pour into a shaker with ice. Shake, and strain into a glass.
Garnish with an orange twist.
Enjoy!
Credits:
Fraser Coffeen (Twitter @FCoffeen)
Jennifer Coffeen (Twitter @JenCoffeen)
Music by Fraser and Charlie Coffeen (Instagram @CharliesKeys)
10/14/21 • 78 min
It's the Halloween season, and to get in the spirit, we've got some creepy tales for you. First up, Fraser takes us back to the 60's for a tale of murder and some seriously bad vibes at the free Rolling Stones concert at Altamont. Then, Jen reminds you to stay out of the water with the true stories that helped inspire Jaws. Our drink this week is Mick Jagger's personal favorite: the tequila sunrise. Fix one up and enjoy!
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Tequila Sunrise
1 1.2 oz. Tequila
3/4 oz. Orange Juice
3/4 oz. Grenadine
Pour the tequila and OJ in a glass over ice. Stir.
Add the grenadine by pouring in over the back of a spoon.
Garnish with orange slice and cherry.
Enjoy!
Credits:
Fraser Coffeen (Twitter @FCoffeen)
Jennifer Coffeen (Twitter @JenCoffeen)
Music by Fraser and Charlie Coffeen (Instagram @CharliesKeys)
11/19/20 • 76 min
Episode 7 kicks off with a story from Fraser that no one expected, as we visit the Spanish Inquisition and learn the sad story of The Holy Child of La Guardia. Jen follows that up with a primer on Spontaneous Human Combustion. Is it real? You listen and be the judge. For our Creepy Cocktail, we're going to just pretend we are in Spain on a hot summer day and enjoy some Sangria. Pour yourself a glass and enjoy some Creepy History with us!
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Sangria Recipe
1 bottle red wine (Pinot Noir is a good choice)
1 Orange
1 Lemon
1 cup seasonal fresh fruit (we used Granny Smith apples)
1/2 cup Brandy
2 T Simply Syrup
Cut the orange in half. Juice half the orange into a pitcher. Slice the other half into thin slices and add to pitcher.
Cut apple and lemon into thin slices and add to pitcher.
Add syrup and brandy, followed by wine.
Mix well, and refrigerate for 1-4 hours before serving over ice.
Enjoy!
Credits:
Fraser Coffeen (Twitter @FCoffeen)
Jennifer Coffeen (Twitter @JenCoffeen)
Music by Fraser and Charlie Coffeen (Instagram @CharliesKeys)
3.7 - The Brides in the Bath and the Rosenhan Experiment
Creepy History
11/17/22 • 74 min
Today's creepy tales start off with Jen's account of George Joseph Smith, and his rather ominously named "brides in the bath". Don't listen to this one before your bath! Then Fraser takes us inside a 1970's social experiment titled The Rosenhan Experiment, with a bit of a twist at the end. For our cocktail, we are embracing the fall season with a nice Brandy Alexander. Pour yourself one and join us!
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Brandy Alexander
1 oz. Dark Creme de Cacao
1 oz. Cream
1 oz. Brandy
Pour into a shaker with ice and shake
Strain into a glass
Top with nutmeg (freshly grated if you can find it)
Enjoy!
Credits:
Fraser Coffeen (Twitter @FCoffeen)
Jennifer Coffeen (Twitter @JenCoffeen)
Music by Fraser and Charlie Coffeen (Instagram @CharliesKeys)
11/10/22 • 58 min
Get cozy from some disturbing tales for the fall season. Starting us off is Fraser's story of the sleeping sickness that swept through Europe. Then Jen has a classic tale of mysterious murder titled Whatever Happened to Lord Lucan? For our cocktail this week, we warm things up with the Hot Buttered Rum. Pour yourself one, get close to the fire place, and join us!
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Hot Buttered Rum
2 t Brown Sugar
1 T Unsalted Butter (softened)
1 splash Vanilla
1 dash Cinnamon
1 dash Nutmeg
1 dash Allspice
2 oz. Dark Rum
4 oz Hot (not boiling) Water
Put everything except the rum and water in a mug and muddle
Pour in rum
Pour in water
Stir and garnish with a cinnamon stick
Enjoy!
Credits:
Fraser Coffeen (Twitter @FCoffeen)
Jennifer Coffeen (Twitter @JenCoffeen)
Music by Fraser and Charlie Coffeen (Instagram @CharliesKeys)
1.3 - Mercy Brown and Lizzie Borden
Creepy History
10/22/20 • 82 min
Halloween is just around the corner, so this week, it's an extra creepy pair of stories! First up, Fraser has the tale of Mercy Brown, then Jen presents the full, true story of Lizzie Borden and her famous ax. For our Creepy Cocktail this week, it's a [Redacted] Kiss Martini. Grab your ingredients, and join along. Follow us on social media: Twitter @CreepyHist and Instagram @CreepyHistPod.
Creepy Cocktail Recipe
2 oz Vodka
1 oz Chambord
2 oz Champagne
Pour vodka and half of the chambord into a martini glass.
Top with champagne.
Add the remaining chambord by pouring over the back of a spoon.
Enjoy!
Credits:
Fraser Coffeen (Twitter @FCoffeen)
Jennifer Coffeen (Twitter @JenCoffeen)
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FAQ
How many episodes does Creepy History have?
Creepy History currently has 31 episodes available.
What topics does Creepy History cover?
The podcast is about Weird, Mystery, History, Creepy, Funny, Podcasts and Cocktail.
What is the most popular episode on Creepy History?
The episode title '3.6 - The Sleeping Sickness and Whatever Happened to Lord Lucan' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Creepy History?
The average episode length on Creepy History is 65 minutes.
How often are episodes of Creepy History released?
Episodes of Creepy History are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Creepy History?
The first episode of Creepy History was released on Oct 4, 2020.
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