Serious Ugly Podcast

20 years ago authorities in a quiet community in NW GA began receiving calls about something suspish going on at their local crematory. This eventually led to the discovery of more than 300 decaying corpses and skeletal remains strewn about the property at the Tri-State Crematory. No, this is not a summary of the latest hit horror film. This is serious ugly reality and Rocko and Renee want to tell you all about it!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

Happy Mother's Day!  You know we can't leave a holiday like this unruined, and in true Serious Ugly fashion, we're ruining Mother's Day by talking about Mother's Who Kill!  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In this episode, we go over the theories of what happened and whodunnit.**We do not claim to be experts, nor do we claim to have inside information.  This podcast is for entertainment purposes and none of the viewpoints expressed within should be considered as absolute fact or as expert opinion on any subject including this one.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

We take on even more inconsistencies!**We do not claim to be experts, nor do we claim to have inside information.  This podcast is for entertainment purposes and none of the viewpoints expressed within should be considered as absolute fact or as expert opinion on any subject including this one.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In this episode we go over the inconsistencies in the David Crowley case and why those gosh darn presents are so important.**We do not claim to be experts, nor do we claim to have inside information.  This podcast is for entertainment purposes and none of the viewpoints expressed within should be considered as absolute fact or as expert opinion on any subject including this one. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

David Crowley was a young veteran, up and coming movie director, husband to a beautiful wife, and father to a rambunctious daughter.  He had a movie that he was making that was being courted by large production companies and he had successfully crowd-funded his trailer so he could make the movie he wanted to make.  So, why was his whole family found scavenged by the family dog with Allah Akbar written in his wife's blood on the living room wall?  Furthermore, why was the case shut as a Murder/Suicide when there are so many inconsistencies in the story? We lay out the data and we'll let you judge for yourself.**We do not claim to be experts, nor do we claim to have inside information.  This podcast is for entertainment purposes and none of the viewpoints expressed within should be considered as absolute fact or as expert opinion on any subject including this one.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

A compelling study by Emory University found that phobias could be passed down genetically.  But, before you blame your fear of clowns on your great x5 grandmother, there's more to the story.  We take on phobias and the things that frighten us in this week's episode.  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

A Boston University found that 99% of NFL players could have severe brain damage that can cause issues like rage, impulse-control, early onset dementia, and early death.  We take on NFL brain damage in this episode.  Renee talks stats, and Rocko gives examples.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

One would think that children killing their parents isn't very common, but, on average, 5 parents a week are intentionally killed by their child in the US.  Renee has a confession about her "favorite serial killer" and Rocko questions why people would have children at all in this weeks episode about Parricide.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In this episode, we take on pet peeves, and the science behind what makes them annoying.  We discuss our own pet peeves, and if you want to share yours, you can chat with us in the facebook group!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In this week's Taboo Topic, we take on how the wealthy evade justice.  The legal system here in the US is less of a legal system, and more of a money system.  We provide examples and talk about how rich people get away with murder.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

If we were to do a 13th episode, this definitely isn't it.  Just a few facts and figures about the number 13 and why so many people hold this superstition.  Definitely not a 13th episode. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In this week's Taboo Topic, Rocko and Renee take on modern day Pharisees.  Rocko shares a story about the past, Renee talks about False Prophets in this week's episode on Performative Religion.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In this week's Taboo Topic, Rocko and Renee take on Puppy Mills.  Pretty much everyone knows what a puppy mill is, but did you know that puppy mills are legal under USDA regulation, and that the levels of care covered under the USDA regulation are only for mere survival of the animal?  Rocko gets heated, and Renee talks stats on this tough topic.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In this week's Taboo Topic, Renee and Rocko take on Toxic Parenting.  This kind of parenting leaves a lot to be desired, and there's a lot to say about the physical and mental health repercussions. If you've been a victim of a narcissistic and toxic parent, there is help.  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In this week's Taboo Topic, Renee and Rocko take on Dark Money. Corporations and wealthy donors are buying elections across the USA through anonymous donations to political action organizations that aren't required to show donor funding lists. Rocko and Renee sit down with actor, celebrity, and founder of The People, Andrew Shue, to discuss why Dark Money matters and what his organization is doing about it.Check out www.thepeople.org for more information on Andrew Shue's organization or to find out how you can get involved, email join@thepeople.org and let them know you're interested in being a part of the National Planning Meeting.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In this week's Taboo Topic, Rocko and Renee discuss war crimes by the US government.  Agent Orange, an herbicide used in the Vietnam War is still impacting people to this day.  Russia labeled it a war-crime, but was it?  And what about the long history of war atrocities committed by the US Government?  Find out more about that and find out how to enter the Social Media contest in this episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

Rocko and Renee take on this week's Taboo Topic:  Euthanasia.   It's easy to just say that all euthanasia is wrong, especially if there are very unclear laws and regulations surrounding it.  In this episode, Rocko and Renee try to clear the air and talk about common arguments against/for it and why they matter.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

There's a lot of dissension around the topic of Assisted Suicide.  Not to be mistaken for Euthanasia, Assisted Suicide is legal in several states in the US.  Rocko and Renee talk about what it is, and why it's an important conversation in this week's Taboo Topic.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)

In the grand scheme of things, staying connected to those around us may not be at the top of our priorities. However, loneliness and lonely deaths are at epidemic levels in the US. In this episode, Renee and Rocko discuss this week’s Taboo Topic: Lonely Deaths.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seriousugly)