The Hexperts

Brett and Nikki discuss the cryptids, hags, and monsters that for centuries have made the holiday season what it is through magic, gifts, and a healthy dose of terror. Later, Brett discovers The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and its disappointing lack of polygamy.

Brett and Nikki investigate scientific studies of magic's validity, the unique biases of skeptics and believers, the health benefits of practicing witchcraft, and what Tetris, Cocaine Bear, and their childhood dentists have to do with it all. Later, get ready to fall in love with a noble after a disastrous ski trip, as Brett is forced to describe Netflix Christmas movies, and Nikki reveals which sitcom star is jealous of her.

Brett and Nikki discuss the Greek goddess of magic, her many eras, and just how spooky having three heads is. Later, we find out how Brett likes them apples, and why Kevin Smith is your biggest cheerleader.

Brett and Nikki discuss the complicated life and legacy of Robert Cochrane, father of traditional/folkloric witchcraft, ex-con, blacksmith, and world-class hater of Wicca. Later, Brett learns the difference between several cat-based girl groups and questions if a band is just a person. Who's to say? (Nikki's to say.)Content warning: (48:40-52:30) Description of anti-Semitism and suicide

Is there any Devil in the craft? Is the Devil crafty at all? According to these tales of British folklore, not really. Brett tells us what Satan allegedly got up to after he fell from Heaven but before he became the suave fiddle-playing trickster of America. Later, we find out whether Tati Westbrook is a controversial Youtuber or a charming English village, and how to pronounce Nikkie, even with an E.

Brett leads us through the 'Black Pullet,' an eighteenth century grimoire that tells the tale of God's favourite magician and his questionable father figure. Later, we find out if it's time for the creators of South Park to write a new musical and if it should be about chickens.