Best Miss Kira Podcasts (2024)

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UXRConf 2020 - Nicky DePaul and Kira Klaas - Rebranding With Research 15:25

1h ago15:25

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We all know that research is an important component of a successful new product or feature, but what else can it do? Over at Brex, Nicky and Kira teamed up to find a way to leverage research for Brex's rebranding efforts. Tun into this talk to learn more about how you can use research to find success on a rebrand.…

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UXRConf 2020 - Amber Westerholm-Smyth and Carolina Pizatto - Personas Are Dead. Long Live Personas! 17:56

1h ago17:56

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Are personas bad tools? Or do they just have a bad reputation because they're being built wrong? Amber and Carolina took a new approach to building personas, reimagining the data they contain, the way to build them, and the artifacts they produce. If you're looking for a better way to communicate information about your users, don't miss this step-b…

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UXRConf 2020 - Behzod Sirjani - You Are Not Your Research Report 13:06

1h ago13:06

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Too often, employees can be seen as just what we produce. And researchers produce research reports. But we're a lot more than just report makers, and if we dig deep into our true roles, we'll understand just how important teaching, training and more are for our success. Join Behzod as he digs into a more holistic view of our job.…

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UXRConf 2020 - Molly Stevens - Escape Velocity: Finding Our Path in the Next Decade 14:31

1h ago14:31

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Change is afoot in the research world. There's never been more researchers in the field than there are today, but, there's also never been as much research being done by non-researchers as there is today, either. What does that mean for research practitioners? Molly Stevens, Director of Research at Booking.com, joins us to share what she believes i…

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UXRConf 2020 - Eran Ben-Ari - Tales From The Other Side: Research and The Exec Table 30:48

1h ago30:48

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As researchers, we often feel like big decisions are constantly being handed down to us. Why aren't we in the decision making process? What's going on behind those closed doors at the big mahogany table? Eran Ben-Ari is a product exec who's here to share with you what you need to know about executives to build an efficient and effective research pr…

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UXRConf 2020 - Monal Chokshi - Structuring Your UXR Team 34:58

1h ago34:58

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Should research teams embed, or be centralized? What skills does a research team need? What level(s) of seniority should it have? Structuring a research team is no easy task. Monal knows this first hand, having built the research team from the bottom up at Lyft. In this talk, watch as Monal shares her advice for how best to structure a research tea…

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UXRConf 2020 - Sekai Farai - The Impossibility and Irrelevance of Empathy 23:02

1h ago23:02

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Empathy is a word we hear a lot in research. Maybe even too much? Lucky for us, Sekai is here to question that. Is empathy an obsession that doesn't do us or our participants any good? Should we be focusing on something else entirely? Join Sekai for an unforgettable talk on the irrelevance of empathy.…

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UXRConf 2020 - Atikh Bana - Researching the Command Line Interface 29:19

1h ago29:19

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For those of us who've worked closely with engineers, we know they are of a different breed. Their tooling and workflows look unrecognizable compared to those of accounting, legal, finance, HR, or almost any other line of work. That means our approach to doing research on developer tooling needs to adapt. Watch as Atikh shares his advice for doing …

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UXRConf 2020 - Jennifer Siedjak - TL;DR: Testing Copy 33:34

1h ago33:34

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Prototypes and designs are multi-faceted. As researchers, often we're looking at the experience as a whole, but sometimes we need to get extra focused on one part of the experience. And sometimes, that part is copy. In this talk, watch as Jennifer shares about why she thinks testing copy needs a new approach, and how she's been able to effectively …

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UXRConf 2020 - Patti Carlson - Levelling Up the Impact of Research Insights with an Internal Marketing Plan 24:01

1h ago24:01

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There's nothing worse than doing incredible research, presenting it to stakeholders, and then having nothing happen. To avoid this, researchers need to develop a new skill: marketing! Patti Carlson is the Director of Research at Mailchimp, and she makes marketing plans for many of her team's key research initiatives, to make sure they land and have…

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UXRConf 2020 - Andrea Sutyak and Beth Wendt - Replicating the Workout Experience for Research 27:21

1h ago27:21

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When doing research, it's often the case that we can just sit down or join a video call with our user, and discuss a prototype or product. But sometimes, to really evaluate a user's experience, we need to do something much more intensive. Peloton makes one of the world's most popular products, a workout bike that's paired with live classes, and is …

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UXRConf 2020 - Lara Vujovic - Understanding and Measuring User Emotions: The Missing Puzzle Piece 32:23

1h ago32:23

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Researchers see a lot of emotions when we're out in the field. But it's hard to know what to do with these emotions when it comes to translating them into insights that our teams can use. Can we measure them? Categorize them? In her talk, Lara outlines how to make sense of emotions and use that data to drive powerful research insights.…

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UXRConf 2020 - Colette Kolenda - Combating Memory Limitations Through Simultaneous Triangulation 33:03

1h ago33:03

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Remembering everything you did yesterday is tough, let alone what you did last week. But often, these are the questions researchers pose to their participants during an interview. How can we overcome the fact that humans are forgetful? In this talk, Colette talks about her work leveraging triangulation, the use of multiple varied research methods, …

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UXRConf 2020 - Yoanna Dosouto - What Design Ethnography Can Do For You: Connecting Decision Makers to Users 33:40

2h ago33:40

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When we do research, most of the time we use our tried and true methods: usability tests, interviews, and surveys. How about we expand our toolkit? In this talk, Yoanna teaches us about the power of ethnography. Here she explains what it is, how it helps, and a case study to tie it all together.By Learners Collective Inc

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UXRConf 2020 - Noam Segal - Banish Your Imposter: Where UX Research Began, Where It's Going, and Why You Belong 37:01

2h ago37:01

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All of us have been in situations where we've wondered if we belong. It's a natural experience. But, we don't have to feel that way in research. Many of today's leaders have felt the exact same feelings of imposter syndrome you might be feeling now, and have found ways to overcome. In this talk, watch as Noam takes us through his process for gettin…

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UXRConf 2020 - Sarah Wittman - The Replication Crisis: Why Researchers Should Care and What We Can Do About It 19:10

2h ago19:10

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If you've been paying attention to the psychological sciences, you've probably heard of the replication crisis. Thousands of studies, including some seminal papers, have been unable to be replicated and the legitimacy of their findings have been called into question. What impact does this have on UX research, and what can we learn from this whole d…

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UXRConf 2020 - Alba Villamil - The Ethical Researcher's Checklist 21:31

2h ago21:31

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If you're anything like us, when we get an exciting research project thrown onto our plate, we can't wait to get started. Let's get to recruiting and talking to customers! But wait! Let's pause for a second. Have we done everything we need to do to protect the sensitive information of our users, and make sure we do no harm? Today, Alba shares her '…

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UXRConf 2020 - Kira Cassels and Kathryn Brookshier - Using Blueprint Fidelity to Focus Teams on Impactful Ideas 23:36

2h ago23:36

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When it comes to doing concept tests and usability studies, sometimes a wireframe just isn't enough, while a fully engineered product is way too much. Is there something in between? In this talk, watch as Kira and Kathryn from Indeed share a new approach using 'Blueprint Fidelity' prototypes.By Learners Collective Inc

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UXRConf 2020 - Snigdha Diehl - A 30-60-90 Day Plan for Making an Impact with Your New or Existing Research Practice 17:34

4h ago17:34

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When you're jumping into a new job, you want to hit the ground running... especially if you're the only UX researcher on the team. But, what's realistic? How do we make sure we show steady, consistent progress, without overwhelming ourselves or missing the mark. In this talk, Snigdha shares her 30-60-90 day plan for any new research hire owning a n…

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UXRConf 2019 - Christina Janzer and Michael Massimi - Taking a Different Tack: How We Built Up Research at Slack 35:28

3d ago35:28

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How can you turn research into less of a tactical practice, and more of a strategic one? If there's one company that's figured it out, it's Slack. In this talk, Christina Janzer and Michael Massimi share their vision for research with us, and how it's allowed them to stay on the inside of the decision curve of major company initiatives at Slack.…

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UXRConf 2019 - Noam Segal - Strive for a Child's Mindset: Lessons I’ve Learned from my 4 Year Old 20:23

2h ago20:23

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Sometimes we need to take a step back to take a step forward. Like waaaay back. In this talk, Noam suggests we think back to when we were kids to rediscover some unwritten rules about research. To see everything with fresh eyes again, and return to our paths of growth. What do you think?By Learners Collective Inc

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UXRConf 2019 - Vivianne Castillo - The Siren Call of Self-Neglect 49:25

2h ago49:25

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Returning for her second year in a row, Vivianne Castillo puts out the call for UX Researchers everywhere to do some deep self-reflection. Vivianne reminds us that not only do we have the capacity to do good, but to do harm, especially to our participants. By not doing deep and thoughtful work on ourselves, we risk hurting those we're trying to hel…

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UXRConf 2019 - Mithula Naik - How to Serve a Nation 28:20

9d ago28:20

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Most researchers work in the private sector, but if you've used government services lately, you know quite well that the public sector is in dire need of our skills as well. Mithula Naik, who heads up research for the Canadian Digital Service, outlines her approach to pushing for positive change in government services as a research leader.…

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UXRConf 2019 - Shruti Ramiah - Design it Wrong: How Designing for Research is Different 30:12

2h ago30:12

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Design can be more than a tool for design. It can be a fantastic research tool, as well. If you're a designer doing research, Shruti Ramiah has some tips for you. Leverage your design superpowers to craft research experiences that only you are able to create.By Learners Collective Inc

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UXRConf 2019 - Kate Towsey - The State of ResearchOps: More Than Just Theory 27:33

2h ago27:33

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As one of the faster growing fields of work, Research Ops is on the rise! But what is ReOps? Who does ReOps? Am I ReOps? Listen as Kate Towsey, founder of the ResearchOps Community, answers these questions and more.By Learners Collective Inc

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UXRConf 2019 - Victoria Sosik - Scaling UXR Impact: Case Studies from Google Maps 39:09

2h ago39:09

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When we're working on a research project, we're often planning for a scope of impact that's fairly local: a PM, a designer... maybe a few additional managers. But when we join large organizations with massive products, we need to think massive impact as well. How do we take the results of a small project and amplify them? Tune into this talk by Vic…

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UXRConf 2019 - Gregg Bernstein - Opportunistic Research 35:16

2h ago35:16

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Don't get us wrong, we love it when we're able to see ahead and prepare for our future research needs. But, in fast paced environments, the future is often uncertain, and so are the needs of our stakeholders. How can we be ready when a big research opportunity arises? Watch as Gregg Bernstein, Sr. Director of Research at Hearst Magazines, teaches u…

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UXRConf 2019 - Ovetta Sampson - Towards a More Perfect Union: Equalizing the Value of Research and Data Science 38:32

3h ago38:32

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When it comes to research impact, influence is what it's all about. But, we don't learn about influence building in school, or when we onboard to a new company. Lucky for all of us, Ovetta Sampson is here to help. She's a pro at building consensus and influence in organizations like Google, Capital One, and Microsoft, and she's going to give you th…

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UXRConf 2019 - Nicole Hill and Ling Hu - Measuring Trust When Conversion Isn't Enough 37:40

5d ago37:40

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Not all that matters can be measured, and not all that's measured, matters. In this talk, Nicole and Ling tell us about their journey to quantify something incredibly important, but equally difficult, to measure: trust. Listen as they outline the steps they took to build a reliable, repeatable system to evaluate how much Groupon customers trust the…

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UXRConf 2019 - Monal Chokshi - How to Succeed as a UXR Manager: Capitalizing on Your Strengths as a Researcher 39:31

3d ago39:31

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Often times, when you get promoted as a researcher, it's for being great at doing research. But, as you quickly realize, the work and skills of a manager are very different to those of an IC. In this talk, watch as Monal Chokshi, Head of Research at Lyft, gives us her advice for finding success in research management, by leveraging the research ski…

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UXRConf 2019 - Jing Jing Tan - Plotting: User Interviews Made Visual 29:20

1h ago29:20

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When's the last time you modified your methods? Added a little spice to your research recipes? In this talk, Jing Jing Tan walks us through a new way of using interviews - not just in reports, but in charts and artifacts, too. Let's bring plotting to our interviews with Jing Jing.By Learners Collective Inc

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UXRConf 2019 - Adam Mansour - Making Hiring Human 30:53

3h ago30:53

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Looking for work can be one of the most frustrating experiences anyone ever goes through. Why is it like that, and why don't we have the skills to fix it? Adam Mansour, UX Researcher at Google, talks about how to use our research skills to make a better, more human, hiring experience for everyone.By Learners Collective Inc

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UXRConf 2019 - Behzod Sirjani - Don't Start With Data: A Framework for Scoping Impactful Research 24:28

1h ago24:28

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Figuring out what to work on as a researcher can be a daunting challenge. Even more so when so much around you is being measured. But, according to Behzod Sirjani, former Head of Research Operations at Slack, that's not the right way to find the projects that really matter.By Learners Collective Inc

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UXRConf 2019 - Dave Hora - Research: The Goal, The Role, and Having an Impact 40:47

7h ago40:47

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For those entering the field, you've probably learned a lot about methods, maybe a bit about writing reports, and certainly enough about making a portfolio. But, when it comes to professional growth in this field, understanding the role you play in the bigger scheme of an organization is key. In this classic talk, watch as Dave breaks down what asp…

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UXRConf 2018 - Andréa Crofts - Conducting Generative and Evaluative Research for the Visually Impaired 27:13

22d ago27:13

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When we do UX Research, most of the time we're talking to users who navigate the world just like we do. However, one of the most important types of research projects we can take on, are those centred around making the products and services we build accessible for all, including people with disabilities. To take on these sorts of projects, it's impo…

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UXRConf 2018 - Matt Gallivan - Stepping Out from Behind the Two-Way Mirror: Research as a Leadership Function 26:04

22d ago26:04

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As far as org charts go, researchers tend to not be very high up on them. But, should that really be the case? Researchers tend to have a strong understanding of the customer and their needs, a critical perspective to have at the leadership level. In this talk, Matt Gallivan shares the case for researchers in leadership roles.…

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UXRConf 2018 - Claire Menke - How to Mix-and-Match Foundational Research Frameworks 24:46

22d ago24:46

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As researchers, we're always looking for frameworks we can use to make sense of our insights and effectively communicate learnings with our colleagues. With all the frameworks out there, is there a way we can combine them to make for a more powerful artifact? In her talk, Claire Menke takes us through her experience of combining multiple frameworks…

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UXRConf 2018 - Sam Ladner - The Tension Between A/B Testing and Ethnographic and Generative Research 20:57

28d ago20:57

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Researchers need to have a wide range of skills to be truly mixed methods. On one end of the spectrum, quantitative methods like A/B testing are powerful tools to measure small differences at scale. On the other hand, ethnographic observations provide for a fully qualitative angle on research. With such different ways of studying people, there's an…

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UXRConf 2018 - Emma Craig - Keep Calm and Proceed to Checkout 23:05

28d ago23:05

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When it comes to the intersection of business decisions and designing experiences for people, we tend to have a few general heuristics we use to guide our decisions. Faster is better. Less is more. But, what if that's not what our customers need? What if sometimes, more time is better than less time. A more convoluted path is better than a straight…

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UXRConf 2018 - Vivianne Castillo - Ethics and Power: Understanding the Role of Shame in UX Research 24:53

28d ago24:53

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With so much focus on better understanding who our research participants are, we often forget to think about how we, as researchers, show up. With a background in counselling, Vivianne Castillo breaks down some of the important introspection we need to do as researchers, and how we might think about showing up to every participant interaction.…

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Another Fashionably late holiday Special: St. Paddy's Edition Episode 90 1:19:02

4M ago1:19:02

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**CONTENT IS RATED R - LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED, Gingers, Cursing, Banshee wailings, adult content of all kinds, Kira talking lots about cocaine ** Join The Reverse Leprechaun Marci and Kira the Green Plaid Clad Anti-Pants as we school you fools on Banshees and The horrors of Leap Manor.By 801horrorcultvix

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Oh those Smiths.. Good Ole Hyrum and Joseph, Special Episode 89 1:59:28

5M ago1:59:28

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**CONTENT IS RATED R - LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED, Murder, Fraud, Magic, Hats, Zany brother antics, Bad Zoom sound quality and connection ** Join Kira Anti-Pants and The Phantom of the tracks once again for a long but entertaining Phantom Bday Special.. about those silly Smith brothers who started a religion.. Murder, magic, fraud, other fun crime…

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The Devil made me do it, he had candy!; Possessed Murderers Episode 88 1:23:18

5M ago1:23:18

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**CONTENT IS RATED R - Adult content, Murder, Demons, Barking dogs in background, violence, the occult and their activities** While Murderous Marci is opening a leather shop in Arizona, join Kira Anti-Pants and The Phantom of the Tracks as we paint some upside down crosses and set the world afire.. with our subject of killers who claimed to be poss…

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Sleepwalking murders, truth or lies Episode 87 1:24:21

7M ago1:24:21

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**CONTENT IS RATED R - Sleep (for those insomniacs who can't sleep), sleep walking, evening attempts at fixing the pool, Adult content, Murder, Sexual assault, cursing, gross candy cane tasting, Howard the Spooky Office Ghost** Join Forever napping Marci who likes sleep parties and Kira Anti-pants the insomniac as we cover some sleep walking cases.…

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Cannibal Season: The Donner Party Leg 2, I mean Part 2 Episode 86 1:35:20

7M ago1:35:20

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**CONTENT IS RATED R - Adult content, Cannibalism, Murder, Bad weather, terrible audio, violence, damn Lansford Hastings. LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED** Join Kira Anti-Pants and Cannibal Cult of Goons Marci in the spooky front room as we finish the not-so tasty tale of the Donner Party.By 801horrorcultvix

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Cannibal Season: The Donner Party Leg 1, I mean Part 1 Episode 85 55:14

8M ago55:14

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**CONTENT IS RATED R - Adult content, Cannibalism, Murder, Bad weather, terrible audio, violence, damn Lansford Hastings. LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED** Join us while cozied up in a blanket of synthetic fabric or flesh next to the fire as the snow blankets the world.. as we delve into cold weather Cannibal season. Karate Chop Kira Antipants and Cann…

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Halloween Christmas Special Episode 84 2:50:58

8M ago2:50:58

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**CONTENT IS RATED R - Adult content, Christmas stuff, Murder, cryptids, Texans, aliens, violence, ect. LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED** Double the penetration! Join Kira Holiday Plaid Anti-pants, Boooolisicous Marci and Merry Mary (Post) Mortem as we celebrate Halloween during Christmas... we didn't forget Christmas for it's in there too but for your…

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Batcaddy - Tee Up With Kira 27:54

9M ago27:54

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Join me, Miss Kira P for an exciting episode with Batcaddy! For more info, visit their website at https://batcaddy.com/ Follow me on Instagram @miss.kirap and like my page on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MissKiraP Visit my website to see all affiliate links for exclusive offers and discounts https://misskirap.com/…

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McConkie Ranch Petroglyphs Episode 83 1:17:53

9M ago1:17:53

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**CONTENT IS RATED R - Adult content, aliens, violence, ect. LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED** Join Kira Anti-Pants and Identity Crisis Marci who like to start food fights at Thanksgiving and then blame it on the stock market, as we cover the McConkie Ranch Petroglyphs. Cryptids, portals, legends, aliens, head hunters, all the theories and more. Check …

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Relax Saunas - Tee Up With Kira 45:32

10M ago45:32

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Join me, Miss Kira P for an exciting episode with Relax Saunas For more info, visit their website at https://relaxsaunas.com/ Follow me on Instagram @miss.kirap and like my page on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MissKiraP Visit my website to see all affiliate links for exclusive offers and discounts https://misskirap.com/…

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