Side Stories: On the Road
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In this chaotic and darkly comedic installment of 'Side Stories,' hosts Henry Zebrowski and Ed Larson reflect on their recent road trip through Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, blending true crime, absurd conspiracy theories, and biting social commentary. From haunted hotels in Anchorage to the terrifying legend of the 'mud that kills,' the duo recounts eerie experiences, including a ghostly figure in a red jacket and a harrowing tale of a woman consumed by tidal mud—later revealed to be a tragic, real-life incident involving a failed rescue. The episode dives into disturbing news, including the arrest of serial killer DeForvid and the horrific Shreveport family annihilation, while dissecting the toxic masculinity behind such crimes. They also skewer modern absurdities, from the 'Rape Academy' website to the satirical 'Gate Project' myth spreading on TikTok, and deliver biting satire on SantaCon, which is revealed to be a fraud-ridden charity scam. Amid the darkness, there are moments of levity: the engagement of serial killer character Art the Clown, the passing of sausage-making legend Matt Schmidt, and the launch of their new Adult Swim-style show 'HGX2' on YouTube. The episode closes with a call to action for fans to attend their live shows, celebrating community, absurdity, and the power of laughter in the face of despair.
Alaska’s true crime tourism is real—locals report high numbers of serial killer connections and haunted locations.
The 'mud that kills' story is a tragic urban legend; the real danger is tidal flooding, not supernatural forces.
Toxic masculinity and patriarchal ego drive family annihilations—men destroy their families to assert control.
The 'Rape Academy' website is a dark, disturbing site promoting sexual violence, with over 62 million visits in February.
SantaCon is a fraud-ridden charity event; its organizer stole $2.7 million from donations.
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Welcome to Side Stories: The Last Podcast on the Left's Road Trip
The hosts kick off the episode with a chaotic, humorous welcome from Portland, Oregon, setting the tone with absurd banter, self-aware parody, and a celebration of their journey through Alaska. They introduce the theme: a blend of true crime, absurdity, and personal reflection from their recent travels.
Haunted Hotels and the Red Jacket Ghost
“I go to the bathroom and I look behind me. I felt like a presence. I look behind me and there's like a dude in a red jacket and he's just standing there right behind me.”
The Myth of the Mud That Kills
“They just fucking put a bucket on her head... to create like a diving bell scenario they thought. But it did not work.”
The Shreveport Family Annihilation and Toxic Masculinity
“Men kill their families because they view in the patriarchal view that they are the product of them and they are theirs to dispose of and to do whatever they want with.”
The Rape Academy and the Gate Project
“The idea of closing your eyes just to go to the mall is extremely funny. Honestly, when they were like smart women have been manipulated, I'm like, all right, I believe this. They took us to the mall.”
“The Rape Academy website had 62 million hits in February. More than Disneyland. More than double.”
“Men kill their families because they view in the patriarchal view that they are the product of them and they are theirs to dispose of and to do whatever they want with.”
“The idea of closing your eyes just to go to the mall is extremely funny. Honestly, when they were like smart women have been manipulated, I'm like, all right, I believe this. They took us to the mall.”
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edward zebrowski
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