Freak of the Week

324- Sheila

Memoriam Development — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0000

The topic this week is Blue Men. The expert is a guest three seasons in the making. That's right, Sheila, THE SHEILA is in the studio with David and Elizabeth. They discuss the mysterious Blue Men, why they are bald- let's be honest, the focus was barely on the Blue Men. Instead, stuff gets aired out.

Since this is the season finale, instead of just listing the cast joining Amanda Davila and David Hickney (definitely not Nick Mataragas), here is a list of all those that have acted on the show (with link to something of theirs where available).

David Musto

Patrick Harrington https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ghostly/id1437101570

Allan Morgan https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-x-to-z/id1592353367

Rebecca Rivers https://ghostlypodcast.com/

Ashli Garza https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC22R8P7YBzefzFRshiV5vkw

Taylor Koc

Diana Solarksi https://www.facebook.com/sometimesithinkimfunny

Anthony Collaro

Jamie Custer

Deborah Parks

Emily Ramirez https://www.facebook.com/EmilyRamirezComedy

Declan Shannon

Katie Brisick https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/attack-of-the-snack/id1276723833

Elizabeth Krahulec

Paul Hinic

David Vox Mullen https://open.spotify.com/artist/4p8ZHwY76a5HrZD8EtVsnx?si=URLSgGGKRv21BTwxubqM8w

Lindsey Chmielarski

Jeffrey Manning https://www.facebook.com/AuroraYogaCenter

323- Jimmy, Possessed.

Memoriam Development — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0000

In this, the penultimate episode of season 3 we finally get to meet Jimmy! That's right, David Hickney's proxy if finally on the show. But something is wrong. Like really wrong. Demon Musko wrong.

Joining Amanda Davila in the cast this week are Patrick Harrington and Rebecca Rivers of the Ghostly Podcast, and Allan Morgan from the podcast, From X to Z.

If you need an exorcism: https://adw.org/about-us/resources/request-an-exorcism/

322- Crackasaurus Rex

Memoriam Development — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0000

David's guest this week discusses a terrible blight on our society, drug dealing dinosaurs. We had no idea that white vans, candy, crack bongs, and former first lady Nancy Reagan would be involved.

The cast this week includes Patrick Harrington and Rebecca Rivers from the Ghostly Podcast, and Allan Morgan from the podcast, From X to Z.

321- The Church of Rocks

Memoriam Development — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0000

David and Elizabeth talk religion this week. They are joined by a member of The Church of Rocks who tells them all about their deity, The Great Basalt, and their prophet, Dwayne Johnson. We learn to gather moss, and how diamonds can be made by men.

Joining Amanda Davila in this week's cast are Patrick Harrington from the Ghostly Podcast, Katie Brisick from the Attack of the Snack Podcast, and improviser Taylor Koc.

You can find who we think is the prophet, Dwayne Johnson on Twitter with the handle @TheRock. Be sure to let him know you've heard the good word, and that you like pancakes.

#wrestlemania

320- Narwhals

Memoriam Development — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000

The episode this week revolves around strange horned creatures that live in the depths of the ocean and have weird children's songs written about them. That's right, Narwhals. This episode seems to be especially contentious between David and the Expert. And an actual news story was brought up (https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-50594810), yikes.

Joining Amanda Davila in the cast this week are Ashli Garza from the YouTube Channel Ashli's Space, Katie Brisick from the podcast Attack of the Snack, Patrick Harrington from the Ghostly Podcast, and Taylor Koc who does improv all over the Chicagoland area.

319- Wild Card

Memoriam Development — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000

With no guest this week David and Elizabeth turn to the callers themselves for topics. This episode includes discussions on the meal habits of ghosts, kitchen appliance politics, demon cats, and of course, the war in Ukraine.

Joining Amanda Davila this week are Anthony Collaro from The Bit Theater, Allan Morgan from the podcast From X to Z, and David Musto from numerous Memoriam productions.

318- Spiros The Very Bad Fortune Teller

Memoriam Development — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000

David is gone this week. Joining Elizabeth is a very odiferous man named Spiros. He reads Tarot Cards, connects with spirits, miscredits Nathan Hale, and apparently loves ham.

Joining Amanda Davila in this week's cast is Anthony Collaro from The Bit Theater, Allan Morgan from the podcast From X to Z, and David Musto from all kinds of Memoriam Development productions.

317- The Gerrymander

Memoriam Development — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Apparently there is a giant lizard like creature living in Louisiana that eats earth and redraws voting district lines. What that has to do with religion, The Civil War, or The Doors we still have no idea.

Joining Amanda Davila in the cast this week are Anthony Collaro, and Allan Morgan.

316- Hank and Gretchen

Memoriam Development — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

This week is the harrowing story of twin siblings getting lost on the Appalachian Trail. Or so we thought. Find out what this brother and sister tandem did to cause David to start having conversations with himself.

Joining Amanda Davila in this week's cast are Allan Morgan from the From X to Z Podcast, Ashli Garza from Ashli's Space, Taylor Koc from The Bit Theater, and David Musto.

315- Refrigerator Sprites

Memoriam Development — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

This week we are discussing small fairylike creatures living in our refrigerators! What do they eat? Where do they poop? Are they related to Sprite the beverage? And for some reason this week we talk both about Niagara Falls, and Twinkies.

Joining Amanda Davila in this week's cast are Allan Morgan, Ashli Garza, Taylor Koc, and David Musto.

314- Yoopers

Memoriam Development — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

There is a mysterious land East by Northeast of Wisconsin where a group of human-like creatures live. Our expert tells us about the strange language and customs of these “Yoopers”

Joining Amanda Davila in the cast this week are Allan Morgan, and David Musto.

313- RAnon

Memoriam Development — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

You’ve heard of QAnon and all the conspiracy theories spread by them. But did you know that there is a next level in conspiracies? That’s right, RAnon. Our guest this week discusses what he believes is really happening right now.

The actors joining Amanda Davila this week are Allan Morgan, Ashli Garza, and David Musto.

312-Family

Memoriam Development — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 02:00:00 +0000

After a long wait, Freak of the Week is finally back! David and Elizabeth are joined this week by two of their parents, Mom Vickie and Dad Terrance. The siblings may be getting to the root of David’s issues in this very special episode.

Joining Amanda Davila in the cast this week were Taylor Koc and Patrick Harrington.

205 - Nutso

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 03:57:39 +0000

The Loch Ness Monster has a brother and he lives in Wisconsin. On this episode, we discuss the phenomenon that is Nutso

207 - The Hibernator

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 03:55:00 +0000

There are hives of former humans wandering about our planet, using our streaming services, and basically just taking up space in the winter. They are called Hibernators. Learn about them now.

209 - Play-Doh Golem

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 03:51:05 +0000

We all need a protector that we created ourselves. Something big, powerful, moldable, and above all else, something that smells like flour in a nice way. This week we discuss the man made phenomena that is the Play-Doh Golem.

212 - The Jabadook

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 03:44:07 +0000

The creature this week is something pretty disturbing. It is called the Jabadook, and it has a thing for steampunk bikinis and encasing people in metal. Listening to this episode is our only hope.

214 - Sentient Plastic

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 03:37:00 +0000

Praise the Spoad, Elizabeth is back and just in time. This week we discuss the fact that all the plastic in the world is alive, and hatching a plot to end us all.

217 - Parf the Magic Dragon

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 03:28:19 +0000

Parf, the magic dragon lived by you and me and drank only Arbor Mist in a Honda CRV. Always making paper, was that rascal Parf. And if you took a loan from him, he will kill you with a scarf.

219 - Social Justice Sirens

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 03:22:46 +0000

If you are down with AOC or RGB then you know that they are just two examples of social justice sirens. David had no clue either. Also, we have bad news.

221 - The Activated Charcoal Monster

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 03:17:31 +0000

This new craze of putting charcoal in everything has led to the creation of a beast most foul. Join us this week as we discuss The Activated Charcoal Monster. Also, watch out for Nargles. And Lamping is a thing.

224 - Mole People

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 02:40:43 +0000

This is the episode you have all been waiting for True Believers. In our season finale, we finally talk about Mole People. Listen to find out if David learns new information about Sheila.

303 - Feline Warriors Live From C2E2

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 02:38:23 +0000

Our annual pilgrimage to C2E2 in Chicago led to some surprising moments. David interviewed some of the strangest creatures on our planet and others, and then had the great luck of recording an actual episode about feline warriors, live from the floor at Podcast Central. We dig into who these mysterious cat creatures that live in the Amazon rainforest are and what is going on with their magnetic leader and his weird sword. And why he has hos. Find out in this brand new episode of Freak of the Week.

305 - The Ghost of Dave Coulier with the Ghostly Podcast

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 02:36:03 +0000

Elizabeth is gone this week, so David brought in the hosts of the Ghostly Podcast to point-counterpoint a very serious subject. The ghost of Dave Coulier, former television star turned spectre. Revelations abound in this episode, and Doctor Hickney makes a startling discovery.

307 - The Lost City of Miami

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 02:32:49 +0000

There is a hidden underwater city at the southern tip of Florida. A place full of culture, basketball, diversity, and sandwiches. That city, Miami. This week the mayor of Miami joins us to discuss this submersed metropolis.

309- Sisquatch

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 02:29:11 +0000

This week we have a very special guest. There is one cryptid more famous than any other cryptid on Earth. He has had a movie starring John Lithgow all about him. He has had numerous blurry photos taken of him. He has even had a series of beef jerky commercials about him. You know. Sasquatch. This week we talk to his sister. Sisquatch.

311 - COVID and Voicemail

Memoriam Development — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 02:25:46 +0000

Dr. Hickney is sheltering in place in the basement during the Coronavirus pandemic. So there was zero chance of having a guest this week. Instead, he is answering a bunch of voicemails that listeners have sent in this year. And boy are there some doozies. Be prepared to learn about, swimming, squat thrusts, hot yoga, aliens, squid, princes, nipple shields, bridge trolls, kombucha, internet zombies, vampires, and much much more.

Supplemental - Wizard World Paranormal Podcast Panel

Memoriam Development — Thu, 14 May 2020 05:41:56 +0000

Unfortunately, there is no new episode of Freak of the Week. Due to the need to shelter in place during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been unable to record new episodes. Once we are able to, we will immediately commence the production of the show. But we wanted to give you something to listen to this week. Last August, Freak of the Week producer Nick Mataragas was lucky enough to take part in a Paranormal Podcasting Panel at Wizard World Chicago. So we thought we would pull back the curtain a little, and share the audio from the panel. Be ready for some behind the scenes insight.

310 - CBDBs

Memoriam Development — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 05:41:56 +0000

Hidden from the public is a secret underground music club. A club that has entrances at many locations, including Family Videos. This club is legendary, iconic, and not full-on Punk. That club is CBDBs.

308- The John Cavendish Radio Hour

Memoriam Development — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 05:41:56 +0000

David and Elizabeth decided to take a break, so instead of Freak of the Week, you get one of their favorite shows from across the pond. Enjoy the soothing tones of John Cavendish as he explores the unknown, and ultimately decides that it is all fake.

306 - Le Petit Morty

Memoriam Development — Thu, 02 Apr 2020 05:41:56 +0000

We have an interesting guest this week. Petit Morty, a being who can help anyone with their bedroom issues. Also, we find out a little more about Elizabeth than David would like.

304 - Murder Storm Island

Memoriam Development — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 05:41:56 +0000

Our poor guest this week is suffering from a little post-traumatic stress. Apparently, he has spent too much time on Murder Storm Island. A place where you get killed over and over again, and apparently there are no pharmacies.

302- Aliens

Memoriam Development — Thu, 05 Mar 2020 19:53:00 +0000

Third time's the charm right? For the third season in a row we try to investigate if aliens exist. This time we have someone who was actually abducted by aliens! Hopefully Dr. David can finally get some closure on this one.

301- CCB Live From The South Side Podfest

Memoriam Development — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 20:15:00 +0000

What is the Calumet City Sludge Beast? Why do we keep doing live shows in Chicago? Is the show smarter now that David Hickney has a doctorate? Will we ever stop asking questions?

Find out in the premiere of Season 3 of Freak of the Week.

223 - A Neverending C2E2

Memoriam Development — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 05:41:56 +0000

The episode this week is a bit different. The first half is a live episode recorded as part of the C2E2 Chicago Podcasters Unite event at the Beat Kitchen. The topic - Another world. The second half is a series of interviews from the floor of C2E2 this year. David met many interesting people.

222 - Modern Deities

Memoriam Development — Fri, 22 Mar 2019 05:41:56 +0000

Gods. Lots and lots of gods. That is what this episode is about. David decides which gods he does and does not believe in, based on the callers.

220 - Therapy

Memoriam Development — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 05:41:56 +0000

No creature this week. Instead, we get a look behind the scenes as David and Elizabeth see a therapist. How David will handle it remains to be seen.

218 - The Fusion Fairy

Memoriam Development — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 05:41:56 +0000

David and Elizabeth are flying solo this week, as our expert was a no show. David continues to feel doubts about, well everything. The topic is the fusion fairy, a creature that combines leftovers in your fridge, making brand new dishes. No, it is not Tinkerbell.

216 - Berg Mac

Memoriam Development — Fri, 08 Feb 2019 05:41:56 +0000

Big box stores and fast-food chains all have one thing in common and that is Pink Slime. This week we discuss a phenomenon that happens when people are exposed to Pink Slime, the Berg Mac. Get ready True Believers.

215 - Spring Boys

Memoriam Development — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 05:41:56 +0000

You have watched that television show where very athletic people try to get through an obstacle course and one person wins every five years. That winning person is not a person, it is a Spring Boy! Also, Elizabeth has never seen The Gummy Bears tv show!

213 - Squirrel Lord

Memoriam Development — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 05:41:56 +0000

The worst thing possible has happened True Believers, Elizabeth is gone, and her husband Mark is filling in. He is a jerk. We hate him, but are stuck with him this week. Also, we are talking about the massive conglomerate animal known as the squirrel lord.

211 - General Freaks

Memoriam Development — Fri, 04 Jan 2019 05:41:56 +0000

In this very special first episode of 2019, David and Elizabeth have forgone the regular format. They are in the studio by themselves and are taking calls from any true believer about any creature or phenomena! Also, Road Trip!

210 - The Year Eater

Memoriam Development — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 05:41:56 +0000

The new year is upon us. There is no point in making a resolution. This week we learn about the creature that consumes all of our yearly goals, making us forget them. Much like War Games, David learns that the only way to win is not to play.

208 - Lots of Psychics

Memoriam Development — Fri, 14 Dec 2018 05:41:56 +0000

Mind Reading, Telekinesis, Pyrokinesis, Speaking with the Dead, all absolutely boring. This week we learn about many of the other psychic abilities that exist! Also, we learn a little German. We think.

206 - The Diaper Jinn

Memoriam Development — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 05:41:56 +0000

If you have ever accidentally passed gas in front of people or ever not passed gas in front of people but they thought you did, you may have encountered The Diaper Jinn. Tune in to this episode to learn all about the flatulent spectre.

204 - PBS Ghosts - Live from EFF

Memoriam Development — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 05:41:56 +0000

Our finale from the Elgin Fringe Festival saw us exploring ghosts from public television. What do they want and Will we get a tote bag And just how many people were Bob Ross.

203 - Animal Weapons - Live from EFF

Memoriam Development — Fri, 09 Nov 2018 05:41:56 +0000

In this, the first episode recorded live at the Elgin Fringe Festival we discuss animal weapons. Have you ever seen a turkey ninja? Or an elephant bazooka? Maybe we talk about those things in this episode. Maybe not. You will just have to listen to find out!

202 - Pod Heads

Memoriam Development — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 05:41:56 +0000

Detergent pods are quickly becoming the most dangerous thing in the mouths of our youth. What you do not know, is that if you eat detergent pods, you could turn into a clothing hungry zombie

201 - Aliens Again

Memoriam Development — Fri, 26 Oct 2018 05:41:56 +0000

David is not doing well. So Elizabeth has decided to try to boost his spirits by recording a new episode on Aliens! We learn about dreadlocks, human and not so human anatomy, and we meet Roger

112 - Interlude C2E2

Memoriam Development — Fri, 11 May 2018 05:41:56 +0000

David Hickney hits the streets for the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo. Its a Chicago fan convention dedicated to comics, pop culture, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. So it is unclear as to what David is doing there exactly.

111 - Porklore

Memoriam Development — Tue, 02 Jan 2018 05:41:56 +0000

This is the season finale. This week we explore the oddity that is Porklore. What kind of weird creature is it. Listen to find out. Oh, and we have some revelations about David himself.

110 - The Vapor

Memoriam Development — Tue, 26 Dec 2017 05:41:56 +0000

Sometimes new fads are our worst enemies. Even something as cool and seemingly safe as vaping has its pitfalls. This week we learn what happens when that cloud of vape grows a mind of its own

109 - Avocado Monster

Memoriam Development — Mon, 18 Dec 2017 05:41:56 +0000

Hipsters beware. What you put on your toast may not be what you think. This week join David Hickney as we learn about creatures that are tough on the outside and mushy on the inside. That is right, giant Avocado Monsters

108 - The Spyder

Memoriam Development — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 05:41:56 +0000

We all know the NSA is spying us through our phone lines, webcams, and microwaves. But now we know how they are able to do it with such ease. This week we learn the truth of the horrible monster that is the Spyder.

107 - The Nice Guy

Memoriam Development — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 05:41:56 +0000

This week we dive headfirst into something even David is unsure exists. Nice Guys. Are these mythical men out there. Will we ever find out. Explore the possibilities with us.

106 - Shit Hound

Memoriam Development — Mon, 27 Nov 2017 05:41:56 +0000

In this weeks episode, we explore the truly horrific being that is the Shit Hound. Join us as we explore this fecal made canine. Tremble in fear at the stories of people who have had interactions with these walking defecations. But plug your nose-first.

105 - Aliens

Memoriam Development — Mon, 20 Nov 2017 05:41:56 +0000

This is it True Believers. This week we talk about Davids favorite subject, aliens. We found an actual government agent willing to discuss the topic with us. We are sure nothing will go wrong.

104 - Catfish

Memoriam Development — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 05:41:56 +0000

Not just regular catfish. This week we discuss giant catfish that pretend to date us over the internet! They take our money True Believers. Learn the warning signs!

103 - Sentient Bong Water

Memoriam Development — Mon, 06 Nov 2017 05:41:56 +0000

Thats right True Believers! Even smoking the ganja is unsafe! This week we learn all about the phenomenon of Sentient Bong Water. Did someone order a pizza

102 - Stapula

Memoriam Development — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 05:41:56 +0000

This week on Freak of the Week we talk about sound vampires! Including the most heinous of all sound vampires, Stapula. Dont be sucked in by bad music True Believers. Learn now about Stapula.

101 - Potty Mouth

Memoriam Development — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 05:41:56 +0000

Welcome True Believers, this week on the very first episode of Freak of the Week, we discuss the very real, very scary phenomenon known as a potty mouth. Listen as we talk to experts and take calls from witnesses of these ghosts of child gamers. You will truly be haunted by what you discover