Cocktails and Conspiracies

What if the blueprint of a killer was written at the moment of their birth?

In Episode 199, we sit down with Christian Kenny — independent occult researcher, creator of the Killer Kards Tarot, and the mind behind AURORA, a behavioral risk-mapping software tested with New York City detectives that reportedly achieved an 89% predictive alignment rate in suspect profiling.

Christian mapped over 300 serial killers to their tarot archet...

There's a version of madness that isn't madness at all. It's a mind misfiled — handed the wrong label, the wrong treatment, and left to spiral deeper into a condition that was never properly named. For years, that was Benton Savage's reality.

In tonight's episode, Benton sits down with Shane and Tim to walk through the raw, unfiltered account behind his memoir Wrong Side Out: Madness Misdiagnosed — a story of...

What if the real conspiracy isn't hidden in smoke-filled rooms—but hiding in plain sight within our election laws? Tonight, we sit down with Tom Joseph, founder of America's Main Street Party, who's discovered a perfectly legal way to remove money from politics without passing a single new law.Tom's spent decades as a tech entrepreneur—building Bookminders, a pioneering remote-work company before the internet—and no...

For over two decades, Matt Campbell has been fighting a war most of us didn't know was happening — a legal battle inside the British court system to force a proper investigation into how his brother Geoff was murdered on September 11th, 2001.Tonight, Matt joins Shane and Tim to walk us through the extraordinary journey: a 2013 inquest that never examined the actual cause of the building's collapse, thousands of pages of new...

What if the weapons of the next great war were buried thousands of years ago — and the U.S. Army already dug right over them?

In Episode 195, Shane and Tim sit down with journalist and biblical researcher Karin Patricia Anderson — a woman who was on the ground during Vendyl Jones's legendary 1992 excavation — to unpack one of the most compelling and layered theories we've ever covered on this show: The Lost Armory of Isr...

What if the strangest conspiracies weren't theories at all — but actual history that someone just... forgot to tell you? This week, Shane & Tim sit down with historical fiction author Stuart Jaffe to pull back the curtain on some of America's most bizarre, buried, and baffling true stories. German POWs secretly working tobacco factories overnight. A dead man displayed in a mortician's window for years. Secret tunnel...

This episode ventures beyond the stars and into the soul, as Shane and Tim sit down with metaphysician and author Wajid Hassan to explore the link between UFO phenomena, human consciousness, and spiritual evolution. Wajid shares his deep insights on extraterrestrial intelligence and the universal laws that govern both the physical and spiritual realms. Together, they discuss how contact experiences may serve as catalysts for awaken...

What if some cases of mental illness aren’t purely psychological… but paranormal?

In this episode of Cocktails & Conspiracies, Shane Skwarek and Tim Philipps sit down with parapsychologist and medium Jock Brocas to explore the unsettling intersection between mental health and the supernatural. 

Throughout history, experiences like hearing voices, seeing visions, sensing presences, or feeling unseen energies were often interpreted...

What if schools aren’t incentivized to educate kids… but to enroll them?Baltimore City Public Schools went from a $1.3 billion budget to $1.8 billion in just eight years. Graduation rates barely moved. Math proficiency? Around 12%.In this episode, National Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter Chris Papst (Project Baltimore, FOX45) joins us to expose what he uncovered after nearly a decade investigating public education.What he...

In this episode, Shane Skwarek and Tim Philipps delve into the intriguing relationship between President Richard Nixon and comedian Jackie Gleason, exploring the conspiracy theories surrounding the Watergate scandal and the alleged revelation of alien bodies.

They discuss Nixon's paranoia, the implications of secrecy in politics, and the potential motivations behind Nixon's actions. The conversation raises questions abo...

In this episode of Cocktails & Conspiracies, we sit down with Tommy D, a New Jersey nightlife promoter and EDM pioneer who rose from throwing underground house parties as a teenager to running some of the most influential clubs and events on the East Coast.

Tommy walks us through his journey from grassroots promotion to building Juice Entertainment, packing out major venues, winning the number one sound system in the world, ...

A decade of elite training, cutting-edge recovery, and unlimited resources — yet the most injured team in the NFL keeps breaking in the same way. In this episode of Cocktails & Conspiracies, we sit down with Peter Cowan to explore a theory most people never think to ask: what if chronic exposure to electromagnetic fields — not turf, training, or bad luck — is quietly weakening NFL players at the cellular level? From mitochondri...

Shane Skwarek and Tim Philipps explore the intersection of music, culture, and government influence, particularly focusing on the role of the CIA and programs like MKUltra in shaping the music of the 1960s and beyond.

They discuss the emergence of artists from Laurel Canyon, the shifting messages in music from protest to personal liberation, and the impact of major labels and social media on the music industry today. The conver...

In this episode, Shane Skwarek and Tim Philipps delve into the flaws of the American education system, tracing its roots back to the Prussian model designed for compliance rather than curiosity. They discuss the implications of standardization, the impact of student debt on independence, and the importance of practical life skills in education. The conversation highlights the need for educational reform, exploring alternative model...

This conversation reflects on the life and legacy of Eric Von Daniken, a pivotal figure in the exploration of ancient astronaut theories. Shane and Tim discuss his impact on ufology, the significance of his book 'Chariots of the Gods', and the importance of questioning established narratives in history.

They emphasize the value of curiosity and the need to keep asking questions about our past, while also acknowledging t...

In this episode, Shane Skwarek and Tim Philipps delve into the dark underbelly of the music industry, focusing on Sean Combs (Diddy) and the systemic issues within Hollywood.They discuss the impact of recent documentaries, the culture of silence surrounding allegations of abuse, and the potential connections between powerful figures in the industry and government agencies. The conversation highlights the influence of music on socie...

In this episode, Shane and Tim reflect on the past year, discussing their favorite topics, memorable guests, and key takeaways from 2025.They delve into the popularity of simulation theory, the intrigue surrounding the Ark of the Covenant, and the importance of their podcast guests. Looking ahead to 2026, they share their aspirations for future discussions, including secret societies and the ongoing mysteries of the conspiracy worl...

In this mailbag episode of Cocktails and Conspiracies, Shane Skwarek dives into a variety of intriguing questions from listeners, covering topics such as MK Ultra's connections to serial killers, the mystery of the Colombian sphere, the Tartaria theory, the Dunning-Kruger effect in conspiracy theories, Halloween myths, and upcoming conspiracy topics. Each segment explores the complexities and nuances of these subjects, encourag...

This conversation delves into the mysterious death of Kurt Cobain, exploring the official narrative, the evidence surrounding his death, and the various conspiracy theories that have emerged over the years.

Shane Skwarek is joined by special guest and friend of the show, Glenn Kliemisch, as they examine the inconsistencies in the investigation and the broader implications of celebrity deaths, ultimately questioning whether Cobain...