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  • Broken Heart
    Feb 14 2025

    Can you really die from a broken heart? Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, explore the emotional and physical effects of heartbreak, including the rare but real condition known as broken heart syndrome. Tune in to learn how intense emotions can impact the body and why this phenomenon has fascinated doctors and poets alike. Happy Valentine’s Day!


    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman


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    14 min
  • Glico Morinaga Case Part 2
    Feb 13 2025

    The intrigue continues as Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN, explore the later developments of the Glico Morinaga case. Despite an extensive investigation, the criminals remained elusive, and their mind games with police only escalated. The case left a lasting mark on Japan, influencing crime stories and public perception of corporate security. Listen in as the hosts wrap up this chilling true crime mystery.


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    Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glico_Morinaga_case


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    10 min
  • Skee-ball Re-visited
    Feb 12 2025

    Skee-ball is the classic arcade game where you roll a ball up a narrow platform and hope it lands in any of the holes. Usually, the holes are scored differently depending on how difficult it is to get the ball in. The best part is the tickets! Learn more about the game as hosted by Rachel Teichman, LMSW and Victor Varnado, KSN!

    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman Full Wikipedia article:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skee-Ball

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    9 min
  • Mothman Re-visited
    Feb 12 2025

    He’s part moth, part human, and he’s all the rage. His folklore comes from West Virginia, and has spread into many forms of fiction. Listen to more as hosted by Victor Varnado, KSN and Rachel Teichman, LMSW.

    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mothman

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    12 min
  • Magical Girlfriend Re-visited
    Feb 11 2025

    A magical girlfriend is a non-human female girlfriend that frequently shows up in manga and anime. These girlfriends tend to be male-serving and usually come about as part of a frequent storyline that occurs in this genre. Come beat sexism with Rachel Teichman, LMSW and Victor Varnado, KSN.


    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman


    Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magical_girlfriend


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    16 min
  • Toilet Training Re-visited
    Feb 10 2025

    Join Victor Varnado, KSN and Rachel Teichman, LMSW as they discuss the essential topic of toilet training. Learn about the milestones and challenges involved in helping children transition from diapers to using the toilet. Toilet training is an important developmental milestone for toddlers.


    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman


    Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toilet_training


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    16 min
  • Glico Morinaga Case Part 1
    Feb 8 2025

    A shocking case of kidnapping, extortion, and mystery unfolds as Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, delve into the infamous Glico Morinaga case. It all began in 1984 when the president of the Glico confectionery company was abducted, setting off a bizarre crime spree. The culprits, known as "The Monster with 21 Faces," taunted authorities with cryptic messages and threats. Tune in as the hosts uncover the twists and turns of this unsolved case.Produced by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman


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    9 min
  • Drunkard's Cloak
    Feb 7 2025

    Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN, take a historical detour to discuss the "drunkard’s cloak," a humiliating punishment for public intoxication. In medieval Europe, offenders were forced to wear a barrel as a form of public shaming. The hosts examine how this unusual penalty reflects changing attitudes toward alcohol over time. Find out just how far societies once went to keep order!


    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman


    Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drunkard%27s_cloak


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    5 min