You're Not Paranoid
By Katie & Kylie
You're Not ParanoidJan 23, 2023
Learning Out Loud Trailer
Here's a sneak peak of Katie's new podcast, Learning Out Loud! Join Katie each week as she 'learns out loud' about topics like science, history, mental health, and life's purpose. But don't worry, it'll be fun and exciting!
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The Katie & Kylie Show Trailer
Here is a sneak peak at our new podcast: The Katie and Kylie show, KNKS for short. Our goal is to keep you laughing every week with random topics and silly conversations. Join us for a KNKY time every Monday for new episodes on YouTube and wherever you stream your podcasts!
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100. Coming to Completion (Celebrating 100 Episodes of YNP)
We made it to 100 episodes! We are so thankful to everyone who has supported us along this journey! In this episode we reminiscence on the past four years, update you on our lives since our last recording, and share some surprising news about our next creative endeavors!
Spoiler alert: While we may be ending our YNP journey, we are very excited to announce that we have a new podcast called The Katie and Kylie Show (KNKS)!! It's all about us being our unfiltered, funny, goofy selves. If you liked our banter and jokes while listening to YNP, you'll love our new show. All the jokes, none of the dark, heavy topics of YNP.
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Katie is also taking a solo leap into podcasting with a new show called Learning Out Loud. This is for all those who are curious and always down to learn something new. She'll be covering topics like history, science, self-help, and general-figuring-out-life stuff.
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99. Lightning & Thunder (Raymond James: The Rattlesnake Killer)
This week Kylie tells the story of Raymond James, known as The Rattlesnake Killer, and it's a doozy.
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98. Tax Man of the Sea (FLDS)
Trigger Warning: This week's episode contains discussion about SA and child abuse
This week Katie tells us the dark history of the FLDS: how it started, what it is, who the leaders were/are, and how they became so infamous. The idea to cover this topic came after Katie watched the Netflix documentary, Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey.
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97. The Devil's Drink Part 2 (Caffeine)
We're continuing our discussion on caffeine from last week. This week we talk about the side affects of staying on caffeine and as well as the affects of trying to quit caffeine. We also go over the connection between caffeine, stress, and your hormones.
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96. The Devil's Drink Part 1 (Caffeine)
This week is part one of a two-parter on all things caffeine. The good, the bad, what is it, and what it does to your brain and body. Grab a cup of coffee and let's get into it.
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95. We Like Frogs (Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook)
This week we catch up & go through the Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook by Joshua Piven & David Borgenicht. We end the episode with a follow up to last week's episode about stress & discuss how diet, especially caffeine consumption, can increase cortisol, which is the stress hormone.
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94. Whiff-Whaff Whove (Stress)
Feeling stressed out? Same! Join us as we get vulnerable about what stresses us out and how we cope with it. We'll get into helpful ways to manage stress, its physical manifestations, and a great analogy at the end!
Here are some helpful links we talked about in the episode:
Very Well Mind - What is Stress
https://www.verywellmind.com/stress-and-health-3145086
Very Well Mind - How to Practice Progressive Muscle Relaxation
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-do-i-practice-progressive-muscle-relaxation-3024400
Brainline.org - Stress Management and the 4 A's
Very Well Mind - How to be more mindful
https://www.verywellmind.com/mindfulness-exercises-for-everyday-life-3145187
Not in the episode but helpful
Stressed out or anxious?
https://www.self.com/story/how-to-know-if-youre-stressed-out-or-suffering-from-anxiety
Studies on how stress affects the brain
93. Potato Cat (Conspiracy about whether or not celebrities are dead)
Ever wonder why people think there's certain deceased celebrities that are secretly still alive? Well, this episode is just for you! We talk about famous cases of dead celebrities that people think are still alive, rumors about alive celebrities being dead, and why the heck people care so much about celebrities in the first place. Hint: there's a thing called celebrity worship syndrome and we talk about it in this episode.
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92. Not Because of Your Age (What is time & is it actually speeding up?)
As the great Lizzo once said: "It's about damn time." But what is time? Is it real or an illusion? Why does it feel like time speeds up as you get older? Does time and age get affected when you're in space? Tune in to this week's episode to find out the answers to all these questions and more!
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From the Vault: Survival Stories (Originally aired: Feb. 2020)
**TW: S*xual assault, domestic violence** This week we're reshaping an episode that originally aired Feb. 2020 about survival stories as a follow up to last week's episode about assassination survival stories.
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91. He Pinked Me (Assassination Survival Stories)
This week we're talking about people who have survived assassination attempts, the difference between murder and assassination, Katie's trip to Washington D.C., and the story behind an infamous mob assassin.
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90. Postmating (Psychology of Why Couples Sometimes Look Like Each Other)
This week we're talking about the reasons and psychology behind why some couples look like each other. This episode was inspired by Katie's fascination with the Instagram account, Siblings or Dating. Be sure to check out the YouTube video version of the this episode to watch us play Siblings or Dating! You can find our channel at: https://tinyurl.com/YNPonYT
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From the Vault: Astral Projections (Originally Aired April 2021)
We're rewinding to April of last year to bring you this vault episode on astral projections. It's a crazy topic and we hope you enjoy us talking about it!
89. Fancyman (Double/Secret Lives)
This week we're talking about secret/double lives. Who does it and why? Are there articles on how to lead a double life? Are Katie & Kylie living double lives? All these questions will be answered and more!
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88. Centerpieces (Our TV & Book Recommendations, Childhood Stories, Nightmares)
This week's episode covers a wide range of topics including our current TV show and book recommendations, stories from our childhood, and nightmares to name a few.
87. Mommy Needs Her Cheese (Awkward Stories & "Am I the Only One?")
This week we are sharing some more funny & awkward stories. We attempt a new segment called secret topic, but it doesn't go so well. And we finish off the episode with another new segment called "Am I the only one?", where we talk about random things we do and see if the other does it too.
86. Frat Friends (Personal Story Time)
Join us this week as we share some personal stories and catch up.
From the Vault: Aliens (Originally Aired: Jan. 2020)
Let's continue on the Alien discussion with a "From the Vault" episode that we did back in January 2020. Thanks for listening!
85. Sentient Algae (Phoenix Lights - UFOs) Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 of our discussion about the UFO documentary by JJ Abrams, aliens, and all things extraterrestrial.
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84. How Can It Be Both? (Phoenix Lights - UFOs) - Part 1
This week we're talking about the Phoenix Lights, the docs-series UFO, and extraterrestrial life in general. This is a two-parter, so be sure to tune in next week to hear more of our discussion.
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83. Is This a House Episode? (Cotard Syndrome: When Someone Thinks They are Dead)
**Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide & depression**
This week we're talking about a rare syndrome called Cotard Syndrome. This is a delusion in which the affected person believes they are dead but are stuck in the living world.
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82. Nasty Train (Can You Catch Diseases from Dead Bodies?)
This week we're talking about if/how you can catch diseases from dead bodies, what are those diseases, and who is at risk. We're also talking about scientists who are studying DNA viruses and bacteria that are being found in melting permafrost & if those pose a danger to society.
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81. Euphemism Nation (Are Murderers Being Released From Prison?!)
This week we're talking about how murderers are being released from prison and why. We also dive into the prison industrial complex; COVID and the releasing of prisoners; why it's so difficult to follow the rules of parole; the connections between race, poverty, and prison; and how you have to follow the money to find the answers. And if that wasn't a deep enough episode for you, we also get into sentencing stats and you might be surprised to learn which types of crimes get the highest average prison time.
From the Vault: Volcanoes
This week we're re-airing an episode from July of 2019 in which we talk about volcanoes. We thought it would be helpful to share this episode due to the underwater volcano that erupted over the weekend in the Pacific Ocean.
80. Mouth Dumps (Creepy Stories from Our 2021 Vacations)
We're talking about the creepy stories from the places we visited last year in 2021. Kylie talks about the haunted places and creepy stories of Italy like where the word 'quarantine' comes from, Galileo’s fingers on display, Sardinia witches, and the spooky history of Poveglia Island. Meanwhile Katie talks about her recent trip to Pittsburgh, PA and discusses the family urban legend that her grandma lives next to a murderer. As a special treat, you'll get to hear directly from Katie's family about this mystery. She also talks about the following haunted places in Pittsburgh: Green Man’s Tunnel, Pittsburgh National Aviary, and Dead Man's Hollow. Katie also talks about other haunted parts of Pennsylvania she has visited like the many battlefields & Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia.
79. "Bleh It Out" (Catching Up & Looking Back at 2021)
Welcome to Season 3! We thought we'd kick this year off with a catch up episode and fill you in on what we've been up to during our winter break. We also look back on 2021 and talk about our goals for 2022. We're so excited to continue this journey with you! We have some fun and exciting things planned for this season that you do not want to miss!! New episodes every Monday!
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Season 3 Trailer
Welcome to Season 3!! We are so excited to start this new season with you! We have so much planned for this season including YNP merch, interviews, videos, creepy stories, and so much more!! New episodes drop on Mondays.
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A Very Special From the Vault: Gamophobia (Fear of Marriage)
This week we're sharing an episode all the way back from November 2019, in which we discuss gamophobia, the fear of marriage. And why is this vault episode so special?? Well, Kylie got married over the weekend and we thought what better way to celebrate over here at You're Not Paranoid then by replaying our episode on the fear of marriage. Don't worry, there was no gamophobia this past weekend! We hope you enjoy this throwback & we can't wait to share some new episodes with you soon!
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Programming Update
We just wanted to let you all know we're still here! We're going to be taking a little break & will be back with new episodes later this fall! If you have any topic ideas you'd like for us to cover when we get back, get in touch with us using any of the links below!
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78. Interview with Molly Maeve Eagan, co-author of Behind Blue Curtains
*Trigger Warning: this episode contains discussion around the topics of sexual assault, rape, and incest.* This week we are interviewing Molly Maeve Eagan, co-author of the book Behind Blue Curtains, Lizzy Hershberger's memoir of surviving, escaping, and seeking justice for her abuse while growing up in the Amish Community. We learned so much through our conversation with Molly including how to be trauma-informed, center stories around survivors' own words, what it's like to ghost write, and how Molly and Lizzy helped each other heal and recover.
If you are a survivor of sexual assault or any other types of trauma, please feel to reach out to us at https://www.yourenotparanoid.com/ or Molly at https://mollymaeve.com/
Lizzy's website: https://www.lifebehindbluecurtains.com/bio/
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77. The Amish
*Trigger Warning: Some discussion of s*xual assault and incest towards the end of the episode*
This week on You're Not Paranoid, we're talking about the Amish: their religion, community, history, what it means to be Amish, the good and the bad aspects of the Amish, and so much more. We're covering this topic because next week we have a special interview with the co-author of the book "Behind Blue Curtains: A True Crime Memoir of an Amish Woman's Survival, Escape, and Pursuit of Justice", Molly Maeve Eagan. Make sure to get a copy/download of the book so you can be in the know for the interview!
Here's the breakdown of when and what we discuss in this episode:
(:25) Potty training your cat/Kylie’s cat sees ghosts?
(5:11) Lainey and Ben - couple who has a haunted house in the UK
(8:00) Kylie’s house is haunted?
(10:05) Overview of the episode
(11:52) What is the Amish religion/being Amish mean?
(24:46) History of Amish religion & how/why they got to America
(38:00) Supreme Court cases involving the Amish
(42:23) Psychology & some not-so-great things about Amish community/religion
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76. Blipping Away (Lyme Disease)
This week, Katie & Kylie are talking about Lyme Disease...What is it? Where did it come from? What is the science, prevention, and treatment? Is Lyme Disease a government conspiracy? Find out the answers to these questions and so much more!
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From the Vault: Human Trafficking (Originally aired Mar. 2020)
On this week's episode of You're Not Paranoid, Katie & Kylie are re-sharing the episode on human trafficking. It's a heavy but important topic and listener discretion is advised.
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75. For Real (Outsmarting Serial Killers)
This week's episode of You're Not Paranoid is about serial killers: Katie discusses the origins of the term and some historical serial killers, and Kylie covers the serial killer Khalil Wheeler-Weaver and how a group of women brought him to justice.
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74. Eat Your Vegetables! (Are the Kids Listening?)
This week on You're Not Paranoid, Katie and Kylie discuss the topic of are the kids listening to the adults in their lives, and if so, what impact does that have on their childhood and adulthood. They discuss the science and psychology around when and to what extent kids are listening to adults' conversations. And of course, there are some hilarious personal stories from Katie's and Kylie's own childhoods.
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73. FAQ Q&A Part 2 (We're answering your most asked questions!)
Welcome to Part 2 of our Q&A episode!! Hear Katie and Kylie answer more questions from the audience and the book "3000 Questions About Me." If you would like to have your question answered on our next You're Not Paranoid Q&A episode, visit one of the links below!
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From the Vault: Earthquakes (Originally Aired Feb. 2019)
Welcome to another special You're Not Paranoid "From the Vault" episode! In this throwback, Katie and Kylie talk all about earthquakes: the history, science, stories, and how to be prepared/stay safe. If you have an earthquake story you'd like to share on the podcast, we'd love to hear it. Check out the links below to get in touch!
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72. FAQ Q&A Part 1 (We're answering your most asked questions!)
This is part one of a two-part episode in which Katie and Kylie are answering some of your most asked questions!! Get to know the hosts of You're Not Paranoid a little better as they dive deep into conversations around questions like: Why did you start the podcast? What's a true-crime related story that has happened to you that you haven't shared on the podcast? You don't want to miss this episode! If you have a question you'd like to ask or have a story to share, feel free to share it by following any of the links below. We look forward to hearing from you and we thank you for your continued support!
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From the Vault: Sleep Paralysis (Originally Aired Jan. 2019)
SURPRISE!! This week You're Not Paranoid presents a very special episode we've pulled from the vault. All the way back in January of 2019, newbie podcasters Katie and Kylie talked about sleep paralysis: what it is, the history, and some creepy stories. We hope you enjoy this flashback episode and we'll be back next Monday with an all-new episode!!
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71. Circle of Communication (Imposters)
This week we're telling stories of imposters and the crimes they committed while pretending to be something they're not.
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70. How Are You Doing? (A Mental Health Check-In)
This week we're switching it up and doing a mental health check-in. We talk about how we have been doing lately: our struggles, what's been on our minds, and ways we can improve our mental/emotional health. We want you to know it's okay to not be okay and that we are here for you! If you have any tips for how you take care of your mental health or want to share with us how you've been feeling, leave us a voicemail or DM us on Instagram...Links below!!
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69. Animal Crackers (Telepathy)
This week we're talking about telepathy: what it is, historical accounts, the science behind it, and its future implications.
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68. A Quick, Serious Update (Kristin Smart Case)
This week we're switching it up a bit and doing a mini episode surrounding the recent updates to the Kristin Smart cold case and how the podcast Your Own Backyard, hosted by Chris Lambert, played a significant role in helping to renew interest.
Check out our episode 63 to learn more about how social media can be used to help solve crimes.
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67. Astral Projections
This week we're talking about astral projection: what history and science has to say about it and how the U.S. and Soviets tried using it during the Cold War.
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66. Hate Crimes
This week we're talking about hate crimes: how the law defines a hate crime, who is affected, and a some examples of racial discrimination in U.S. history towards AAPI people.
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65. Couch Sleepers Anonymous (Discussing the true story behind the Netflix mini-series Unbelievable Part 2)
**Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of rape, sexual assault, and violence***
We're expanding on our conversation from last week to discuss: the history of sexual violence in the United States, statistics around rape and sexual assault, how different minority groups are affected, the prevalence of sexual assault/harassment in the U.S. military, and the case of Sarah Everard.
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64. Audacious (Discussing the true story behind the Netflix mini-series Unbelievable Part 1)
**Trigger Warning** This episode discusses the subject of rape and sexual assault. This week is the first part of our discussion of the true story behind the Netflix mini-series Unbelievable.
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63. The Collective (How social media has been used to solve crimes/cold cases)
This week we're discussing how social media and podcasts can be used to help solve cold cases. We also talk about how the 'average' person can get involved to help solve cold cases in their area!
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