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Episode Summary
Moving forward, listeners can look forward to tightly themed six-episode seasons built for deep dives and binge-listening. The journey kicks off with a tour of the Pacific Northwest’s dark underbelly, exploring obscure historical villains—from Depression-era con artists and brazen swindlers to forgotten outlaws and rogue grifters who slipped through the cracks of standard true-crime television. From there, the show flips the script to celebrate extraordinary PNW heroes, spotlighting resilient civil rights pioneers, maverick inventors, and boundary-pushing doctors who braved impossible odds. And when autumn returns, the hosts will dive headfirst into classic Cascadia weirdness with an entire season dedicated to cryptids, regional witchcraft, unexplained maritime mysteries, and haunted local haunts.
The episode also previews major upcoming local history collaborations, including the countdown to the 80th anniversary of the legendary 1947 Maury Island UFO incident in Puget Sound. Shea and Jodi dish on their expanding partnership with attorney and storyteller Steve Benson for the annual Men in Black Birthday Bash, exploring the strange FBI investigations surrounding Harold Dahl and Fred Crisman. From potential live events and film screenings at Tacoma landmarks like McMenamins Elks Temple and the historic Blue Mouse Theatre in the Proctor District, to waterfront festivities in Des Moines, the horizon is packed with quirky regional history.
Woven through the announcements is a heartfelt love letter to the listeners, patrons, and indie creators who make independent Pacific Northwest storytelling thrive. Tune in to catch up with Shea and Jodi, get the inside scoop on how Patreon supporters can steer upcoming investigations, and prepare to tumble down the weirdest rabbit holes Washington and Oregon have to offer.
Jody's Back, Baby!
Good news, rabbit holers: Jody is officially back.
After taking time away to focus on family, travel, and life outside the studio, she's rejoining Shea behind the microphones. But this isn't just a welcome-back episode. It's a look at where Rainy Day Rabbit Holes is headed next and why the show is evolving.
After three years of producing episodes, meeting incredible listeners, and building a community neither host expected, Shea and Jody are making some changes designed to keep the podcast fun, sustainable, and full of the stories they love telling.
Why We're Changing Things
Weekly episodes have been rewarding, but they've also been demanding. Rather than rushing to produce content every week, Rainy Day Rabbit Holes is moving to a seasonal format.
Starting in 2027, listeners can expect:
- Three themed seasons per year
- Six episodes per season
- More research and deeper storytelling
- Guest interviews between seasons
- Special rabbit holes that don't fit into a larger theme
The goal is simple: better stories, less burnout, and more room for curiosity.
A Sneak Peek at 2027
The upcoming seasons are shaping up to be some of the most ambitious yet:
Season One: Villains
Con artists. Grifters. Outlaws. Criminal masterminds. Strange and forgotten villains you probably haven't heard much about.
Season Two: Heroes
Inventors, scientists, explorers, doctors, civil rights pioneers, and everyday people who accomplished extraordinary things.
Season Three: Folklore & Mysteries
Cryptids, hauntings, strange legends, unexplained events, local lore, and the kind of weird stories that make perfect rabbit holes.
Building a Bigger Community
One unexpected part of creating the podcast has been meeting listeners who became genuine friends.
In this episode, Shea and Jody reflect on:
- Live events in Tacoma
- Meeting listeners in person
- Growing the Patreon community
- Why fan connections have become one of the most rewarding parts of podcasting
They also share ideas for future live events, listener involvement, and expanded Patreon perks.
UFO Festivals, Men in Black, and Other Future Shenanigans
The hosts also discuss their growing involvement with the annual Men in Black Birthday Bash and plans being explored for the 80th anniversary of the Maury Island Incident in 2027.
Expect:
- UFO-themed events
- Community gatherings
- Independent films
- Local history
- Plenty of tongue-in-cheek mystery and folklore
No alien conversion required.
Just curiosity.
Visit www.rainydayrabbitholes.com for more or to learn how you can join the Patreon!
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