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The Grimm Mystics

Amber Ponders & Lesley Gregg

A podcast with two best friends who go on wild journeys where laughter and chills collide

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S3 · E135
Tuesday · 57 min
Wiley About the FDA
In this week’s episode, The Mystics investigate everyone’s favorite government agency: the FDA 💼 After noticing what feels like an absolutely unreasonable number of food and drug recalls lately, a simple question emerges: why did we decide we needed an FDA in the first place? The answer begins in 1906, when consumer protection was apparently more of a fun suggestion than a requirement 🥴 From the origins of the Pure Food and Drugs Act to the scandals, snake oils, questionable ingredients, and political battles that helped shape modern food and drug regulation, the Mystics dig into how America eventually decided that maybe people should know what they’re actually putting into their bodies. Because apparently, after centuries of human experimentation, someone finally thought, “Hey…maybe we should check this stuff?” 🫨 THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden Sulfanilamide Disaster FDA History History.com on 'The Jungle'
S3 · E134
August 18 · 1 hr 29 min
Reportedly Live
In this week’s episode, The Mystics dive into the bizarre and still-unfolding case of Lindsay Clancy. With an active court case and real people at the center of this story, Amber and Lesley take a respectful approach while still examining the questions, contradictions, and alleged inconsistencies surrounding the original narrative. Everything discussed is alleged, and opinions are strictly opinions, but when a case keeps producing new developments, sometimes the only thing to do is pause and ask, “Wait… what?” It’s Reportedly Live, and unfortunately, the weirdness is very much still developing. THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden
S3 · E133
August 11 · 48 min
In the Yard
In this week’s episode, The Mystics wander In The Yard! Amber and Lesley kick things off with the obligatory puppy and kitty updates before getting to the Museum of Colorado Prisons 🚨 Was this museum built on tainted ground from the Colorado Territorial Correctional Facility?? 👻 From questionable prison conditions and women’s incarceration in Colorado and the ghosts that may still be hanging around.. the girls cover a little bit of everything 😁 Grab your metaphorical shovel, avoid eye contact with the haunted cells, and settle in for a strange little journey from backyard landscaping to haunted prison history. THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden Mountain Peak Paranormal Investigations on the Prison Haunted US Article
S3 · E132
August 4 · 1 hr 19 min
Why Not ♌
In this week's episode, The Mystics are back from their summer break with a lighthearted retelling of an adventure dreams are truly made of. ✨ Amber and Lesley break down their first out-of-state trip (without adult supervision 😂) to fulfill a lifelong dream of seeing Hilary Duff in concert. 💃🏼 Of course, no Mystic road trip would be complete without a random cemetery detour, a little Uber hiccup, and... a very strange stop along the way 🏦 Spoiler alert: They made it! Buckle up, grab your favorite road trip snacks, and join us for this fun recap of a weekend we'll never forget. 🚗💨 THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden
S3 · E131
June 30 · 11 min
All Kennedys: Somehow It Gets Worse
In this week’s episode, The Mystics conclude their two-part series on the Kennedy Curse with the heartbreaking story of Rosemary Kennedy. 🌹 Amber dives into Rosemary’s life, the family secrets that surrounded her, and the controversial procedure that changed her life forever. Packed with history, tragedy, and unanswered questions, this shortie episode explores one of the darkest chapters in Kennedy history and why so many believe the family’s legacy is marked by more than just bad luck.
S3 · E130
June 23 · 15 min
All Kennedys: Bad Things Happened
In this week's episode, The Mystic unravel the story of Ted Kennedy and one of the most infamous scandals in American history 🚗 Lesley kicks off the two part series on the Kennedy Curse that starts with Ted Kennedy's rise to political power, and the events of the Chappaquiddick incident that forever changed his life and legacy. Packed with history, controversy, this shortie episode dives into the facts behind the headlines and explores why so many people believe the Kennedy family may truly be cursed. 🥴 THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden Ted Kennedy The Boiler Room Girls The Chappaquiddick Incident
S3 · E129
June 16 · 50 min
Leedle leedle leedle le
In this week's episode, The Mystics set sail into the mysterious waters of ghost ships 🏴‍☠️ From abandoned vessels drifting through the ocean to legendary maritime myths, The Gruesome Twosome explore what exactly makes a ship a "ghost ship" and dive into some of the most famous cases in history ⛵Investigate the eerie tales of the Mary Celeste, SS Baychimo, Flying Dutchman, MV Joyita, and the infamous SS Ourang Medan. Along the way, they navigate suspicious disappearances, unanswered questions and enough strange circumstances to make you question ever stepping foot on a boat 🥴 Grab your life vest, keep an eye out for Flying Dutchman, and prepare to sail into the strange. The sea may be calm, but these stories are anything but 🚢 THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden History Extra Article by James Osborne
S3 · E128
May 26 · 1 hr 17 min
One More Rep
In this week’s episode, The Mystics take their final stretch into the strange disappearance of Richard Simmons 🏋🏼After years in the spotlight, America’s favorite fitness guru seemingly vanished from public life, leaving behind a trail of bizarre conspiracy theories and internet rumors that spiraled wilder than an 80s aerobics class 😵‍💫From whispers of kidnappings to secret illnesses and Hollywood burnout, The Mystics investigate the many theories surrounding Richard’s disappearance while trying to separate fact from fabulous fiction. But as they dig deeper, the truth they uncover might be far less spooky than anyone expected.. Throw on your sweatbands and prepare for One More Rep, a light-hearted dive into one of pop culture’s most unexpectedly emotional mysteries 💪🏼 THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden
S3 · E127
May 19 · 1 hr
Glitter, Leg Warmers, Fame
In this week’s episode, The Mystics sweat through the glitter to learn more about the legacy of Richard Simmons 🕺🏼From growing up as a kid in New Orleans, with every day weight struggles, to becoming America’s most energetic fitness icon 💪🏼💪🏼 Come along as Amber dives into Richard’s rise to fame, his deep emotional connection with his fans, and why he dedicated his life to helping everyday people feel seen, loved, and confident 😇 With plenty of laughs and a whole lot of sequins, this first part explores how Richard built an empire around kindness, encouragement, and sweating to the oldies before his life took a mysterious turn 🤔 Grab your glitter and water bottle, because this workout is just getting started. THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden
S3 · E126
May 12 · 43 min
The Spirits Are Bottomless
In this week’s episode, The Mystics sip their way through Denver’s historic Byers-Evans House 🏠 A stunning Victorian mansion filled with wealthy socialites, lots preserved secrets, and spirits that may still be lingering long after last call 👀 Between stories of eerie footsteps, ghostly figures wandering the halls, The Gruesome Twosome dive into the haunted history behind one of Colorado’s most infamous historic homes. Grab a mimosa and settle into the parlour… because apparently, The Spirits Are Bottomless 🥂 THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden Byers-Evans House on Colorado History Denver Terrors on the House
S3 · E125
May 5 · 51 min
ERROR 404: Privacy Not Found
In this week’s episode, The Mystics hack their way to the truth when it comes to internet hacks 🌐 What starts as harmless curiosity quickly spirals into chaotic, creepy, and sometimes downright ridiculous hacking stories 💾 From cereal box whistles that cracked phone systems to teenagers taking down billion-dollar websites just because they could. We meet infamous hackers and cyber villains who prove that sometimes the weakest password… is a person 🥴 As the stories unfold, things take a darker turn into global cyberattacks, massive data breaches, and moments that feel a little too close to a modern horror story. Because hacking isn’t always about genius code. It’s about manipulation, mistakes, and the unsettling realization that someone, somewhere, might already be inside. It’s funny, it’s spooky, and it might make you rethink that password you’ve been using since MySpace.
S3 · E124
April 28 · 1 hr 5 min
She's A Man Eater - THROW BACK
In this week’s episode, The Mystics travel through a whimsical and thought-provoking journey into the heart of nature's green giants🌲 Are trees alive? Amber and Lesley are diving deep into the realm of botanical philosophy. From pondering the existential crisis of a sapling to debating whether trees can communicate and speak to each other, no bark is left unturned🌳Get ready for a bark-tastic adventure as they explore the quirks of tree life 🥬Are they merely stationary beings, or do they possess a secret society of tree wisdom? Tune in to find out as our dynamic duo navigate through the forest of philosophical inquiry 🍃
S3 · E123
April 21 · 1 hr 4 min
Shoe Me the D
In this week’s episode, the Mystics strut into the world of Steve Madden as they unravel the legend behind the iconic designer 🛍️ From his rise in the fashion world to the lasting mark he left on women’s style 💃🏼 The Gruesome Twosome explore how one man helped shape countless closets and why his name still turns heads. 🙂‍↔️🙂‍↕️ Naturally, the conversation also includes several important discussions about how hot he is and many discussions that Amber and Lesley workin to shoot their shot 😏 Along the way, one cohost shares the exciting news of a brand-new dog joining the family, adding a little extra chaos to the mix. Funny, laidback, and fashionably unfiltered, Shoe Me the D. walks the line between history lesson and happy hour gossip. THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden
S3 · E122
April 14 · 15 min
A Journey Through Miles
In this week’s episode, Amber takes a journey through miles. Reconnecting with running and rediscovering an old hobby in a new way 🏃🏼‍♀️✨ From rebuilding stamina to pushing through mental blocks 🤔 we explore what it really feels like to start again. Along the way, we talk about how movement can shift your mood, clear your mind, and reconnect you to yourself!
S3 · E121
April 7 · 31 min
A Journey Through Pages
In this week’s episode, The Mystic 💃🏼 wanders through the world of books, rediscovering the joy of reading later in life 📖 From thrilling series that keep you up all night to thought-provoking novels that linger long after the last page 🤔 Lesley shares her recent favorites and what we're reading lately. Along the way, we explore how reading can boost your mood, reduce stress, sharpen your mind, and why it’s so important to cultivate a love of reading in children! 🫨 Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just picking up a hobby again, this episode is about slowing down, finding joy in stories, and remembering the magic of getting lost in a good book ✨ THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden
S3 · E120
March 31 · 45 min
No Filter, Just Plaster
In this week’s episode, The Mystics unravel the eerie legacy of death masks 👹 The hauntingly accurate casts taken from the faces of the newly departed. The Gruesome Twosome dive deep into the long, strange history, from ancient funerary rituals to Renaissance artistry to the 19th-century obsession with capturing a person’s final expression 👨🏻‍🎨 Along the way, Amber and Lesley explore why people created them, how they were used, and what these uncanny memorials reveal about our fascination with mortality 💀 Amber takes us straight to the most infamous cast of them all... the death mask of Marie Antoinette. Is it really her? Why does it look so unsettlingly lifelike? And what conspiracy theories surround the mask of France’s most notorious queen? From artistic preservation to royal intrigue, these faces from the past have a lot more to say than you might expect 👺 THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden BBC Article on Death Masks Death Masks on Wikipedia Death Masks
S3 · E119
March 10 · 41 min
Will Absolutely Snoop
In this week’s episode the mystics audit their FBI agents and take a chaotic stroll through the absolutely unhinged corners of their own social media algorithms 📱 What started as a simple curiosity about what their FBI boyfriends might be monitoring quickly turned into a full-blown investigation… and unfortunately, their browsing histories are way wilder than expected. Along the way they uncover evidence of Amber accidentally joining a health and fitness cult after getting a Garmin watch and now every step, heartbeat, and life choice. They can't forget about the viral zoo drama surrounding Punch the Monkey, who is apparently being bullied by the other monkeys in his enclosure (and yes, they have a lot of feelings about it). 🙈 It’s a little bit conspiracy, a little bit algorithmic chaos, and a lot of “how did our phones think we wanted to see this?” Settle in for a very chatty, very scattered, and very entertaining deep dive into the strange digital trails we leave behind. If the FBI is listening… we hope they’re enjoying the show. 🐒📱 THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden
S3 · E118
March 3 · 51 min
Train Wreck Energy
In this week’s episode The Mystics dig up Colorado’s wildest legends and chase them straight into the mountains as they unravel not one, not two, but three pieces of high-altitude weirdness 👻 Starting in the crumbling remains of Buckskin Joe, where the legend of Silver Heels still lingers in the mountain air 👠 The mysterious woman in shining shoes who captivated a rough-and-tumble mining camp and then vanished after a devastating smallpox outbreak. Was she a selfless heroine? A myth polished by time? Or something a little more ethereal? 🧚🏻 Buckskin Joe, Colorado is also home to J. Dawson Hidgepath. A man whose skeleton allegedly refused to stay buried 🦴 As if that wasn’t enough mountain madness, we climb higher to Marshall Pass 🚂 and the chilling legend of the Phantom Train, a ghostly locomotive said to have chased a terrified engineer through the snowy Continental Divide before vanishing into thin air. Buckle up for some wild tales in Train Wreck Energy. THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden Legends of America - Silver Heels Legends of America - Phantom Train
S3 · E117
February 24 · 1 hr 3 min
Return of the Pelvis
In this week's episode The Mystics shake, rattle, and roll straight into one of the most bedazzled conspiracy theories of all time 👀✨ It’s Return of the Pelvis, and we’re asking the question that refuses to leave the building: did Elvis Presley really die in 1977… or did The King stage the ultimate encore? 🕺🏻 From suspicious timelines and eyebrow-raising “sightings” to the wild theory that he’s been hiding in plain sight as Pastor Bob Joyce, we’re unpacking the rhinestoned rabbit hole with our usual mix of curiosity, chaos, and just enough side-eye to keep things respectful. And because no episode would be complete without a little supernatural spice 👻 you can expect a ghostly update from one of the hosts that may or may not involve spectral side commentary from beyond the mic. Are the spirits weighing in on The King? We’re not saying yes… but we’re also not saying no. Its conspiracies, charisma, and questionable hip movements all served with a wink and a little southern gothic glitter. Long live The King… wherever he may be. 👻🎤 THE IMPORTANT LINKS AND CRED 📸 Cover Art by Rainbowfishdesign 🎶 The Grimm Mystics Theme Song by Bear Golden and Abby Golden
S3 · E116
February 17 · 44 min
Start a Revolution, Oops
In this week’s episode The Mystics brace for impact as love, loyalty, and history collide 🤗 Part II of the Outlander deep dive picks up right where The Gruesome Twosome left off. Amber and Lesley unpack the emotional devastation of Wentworth, Jamie’s unimaginable trauma, and the way that survival becomes the foundation of their marriage. ☹️ It’s heavy, it’s complicated, and it’s one of the most defining arcs of the entire series. Come along as they trek through the remaining seasons (up through Season 6½ anyway) and trace the evolution of Jamie from outlaw to laird to reluctant military leader. Talks about Culloden fallout, the print shop reunion, Frasers Ridge, and the slow march toward revolution. And yes… this is where Lesley's patience with Claire starts to thin. There's moral compromises, political maneuvering, and the recurring theme that Jamie is constantly in danger 😵‍💫 constantly imprisoned, and constantly paying the physical price while Claire is forced to negotiate in ways that don’t always sit comfortably. It sparks a bigger conversation about power, agency, and the uneven burdens they each carry. Jamie Fraser endures. History refuses to bend. And Amber and Lesley have thoughts. The stones may have started this story, but war is what shapes it.

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