Welcome, my loves! Join me as I explore the hype around Buccal Fat Removal, the latest cosmetic surgery trend sweeping through social media, in the last couple of years. Let's unravel the intricacies of this facial transformation, from surgical techniques to its celebrity-fueled rise in popularity, and why you should think twice about having the surgery. Remember, folks, just because you saw it on Social Media, doesn't mean you should do it! Are. You. Ready? *************** Articles Mentioned: https://edition.cnn.com/style/article/buccal-fat-removal-explainer-trnd/index.html Further Reading: h ..read more

Welcome, my sugar plums! Join me for the final installment of this three-part compilation of our Bonus Episodes. I hope you enjoyed this lovely drive down memory lane! As it's our 4-year podversary, I'm going to ask you for a little present. I would be grateful if you could support the show by leaving a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, as this helps the show get discovered by new potential listeners. I'll leave the Spotify and Apple links in the show notes. Also, it would be great if you could head on over to either Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube and give us a follow or Subscribe. I ..read more

We continue with a trip down memory lane with our second birthday compilation! I hope you enjoyed the first compilation of our previous bonus episodes. Make sure to tune in on Tuesday for the final installment. As it's our 4-year podversary, I'm going to ask you for a little present. I would be grateful if you could support the show by leaving a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, as this helps the show get discovered by new potential listeners. I'll leave the Spotify and Apple links in the show notes. Also, it would be great if you could head on over to either Instagram, TikTok, or Yo ..read more

Welcome, my sugar plums! Discover the bizarre world of Hollywood's quest for eternal youth as we explore the unconventional skin treatments favored by celebrities. From salmon sperm facials to sheep placenta and the eyebrow-rasing "penis facial," join us on a journey through the peculiar and sometimes controversial methods employed to defy the natural aging process. Delve into the science and the ethical considerations behind these beauty rituals. Are. You. Ready? *************** Articles Mentioned: Salmon Sperm https://nypost.com/2023/08/23/what-is-a-salmon-sperm-facial-jennifer-anistons-skin ..read more

Welcome, friends! Join me as I delve into the world of diet culture, again! We'll find out why more people are talking about diet culture, the role social media plays in amplifying it, and the detrimental effects it has on our overall health and well-being. Are. You. Ready? *************** Articles Mentioned: https://www.abc.net.au/everyday/what-is-diet-culture-how-it-impacts-us/100291244 *************** Previous Episodes Relating to Diet Culture: Ep 74: The Toxic Side to Instagram's Fitness Culture Ep 71: Promoting Obesity Isn't a Thing! Ep 68: Hating your body is learned behavior Ep 66: Diet ..read more

Welcome, Friends! On our first episode back, we're talking about the newest toxic body trend that's been buzzing on TikTok. You know how social media can be a bit of a rollercoaster, right? Well, this time, we're tackling a trend that's got everyone talking- 'Legging Legs.' Join me as we break down what 'Legging Legs' is all about and why it's raising eyebrows. Are. You. Ready? *************** Articles Mentioned: https://www.indy100.com/tiktok/what-are-legging-legs-tiktok Eating disorders in teens more than doubled during pandemic https://www.umassmed.edu/news/news-archives/2023/03/eating-diso ..read more

Welcome, my creepy fiends! In the chilling finale of Creepy Creatures, we unveil the mysterious Pontianak- a malevolent force haunting the folklore of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. Join us as we delve into the eerie legend surrounding this vampiric spirit, taking on the guise of a pregnant woman or a vengeful, white-clad specter. Let's discover the sinister truths that lie beneath the haunting beauty of this spectral entity. Brace yourselves for a journey through moonlit nights, the echoing cries of infants, and the unsettling scent of Plumeria flowers as we bid farewell to Creepy Creatu ..read more

Welcome, my devilish fiends! In this bone-chilling episode, we unravel the unsettling tale of Black Annis, the blue-faced hag haunting the dark corners of Leicestershire, England. As the night falls, Black Annis emerges from her cave in the Dane Hills, with a sinister appetite for human flesh, especially children. We explore the origins of this malevolent figure, from Celtic and Germanic mythologies to a controversial theory suggesting a real-life connection with Agness Scott. With eerie rituals, spine-chilling howls, and macabre legends, Black Annis casts a haunting shadow that lingers in the ..read more

Welcome, dear listeners! In this spine-chilling episode of Creepy Creatures, we unveil the horrifying legend of the Pisadeira, an Old hag from Brazil that preys on those who indulge in festive feasts. As holiday celebrations unfold, join us on a journey through the eerie description of the Old Hag's appearance and her bone-chilling mode of attack. Beware, dear listeners, as the Pisadeira lurks in the shadows, ready to claim unsuspecting souls! Happy Holidays, my sugar plums! Remember, some secrets are best kept in the shadows! Articles Referenced: https://designinglife.biz/old-hag-pisadeira-br ..read more

Greetings, curious souls, and welcome to another unsettling chapter of "Creepy Creatures: Eerie Folklore from Around the World." Join me as we unravel the chilling tale that has inspired a genre of films and literature in Hong Kong and East Asia, where the line between the living and the undead blurs into a realm of nightmares. We're delving into the shadowy realms of Chinese legends and folklore, where an unsettling presence lurks-the Jiangshi, or the Chinese hopping vampire. As we pry open the crypt of tonight's episode, stay vigilant, for the darkness conceals secrets best left undisturbed ..read more