<![CDATA[The Rabbit Hole with V and C]]>Armed with nothing but Wi-Fi and a total lack of impulse control, Connie and Vee dive headfirst into the internet's most fascinating corners. Each week, they track down a topic they find completely intriguing—from bizarre history and questionable life hacks to the deep-dive rabbit holes that keep you up way too late. Come along for the ride as they scour the socials and search engines to see exactly where the algorithm takes them.

]]>linktr.ee/connieandveeRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:31:18 GMTThu, 19 Feb 2026 18:16:23 GMT60Connie & Vee<p>Armed with nothing but Wi-Fi and a total lack of impulse control, Connie and Vee dive headfirst into the internet's most fascinating corners. Each week, they track down a topic they find completely intriguing—from bizarre history and questionable life hacks to the deep-dive rabbit holes that keep you up way too late. Come along for the ride as they scour the socials and search engines to see exactly where the algorithm takes them.</p>episodicConnie & Veecolleenbolson@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[Yellow Cards, Red Tape, and Soccer Obsession]]>In this episode, Connie and guest host Tom dive headfirst down the global rabbit hole of the World Cup: how a simple sport captured the entire world's obsession—and why it leaves American sports in the dust when it comes to global scale.

We unpack the origins of the game, gender disparities, the recent political drama that shadowed the tournament, and more. Whether you're a die-hard fan or someone who doesn't know a yellow card from a red one, grab your headphones and see exactly where the algorithm takes us this week!

]]>74e62828-5d43-404e-b088-86e47a0fbd8cThu, 09 Jul 2026 04:26:07 GMT<p>In this episode, Connie and guest host Tom dive headfirst down the global rabbit hole of <b>the World Cup</b>: how a simple sport captured the entire world's obsession—and why it leaves American sports in the dust when it comes to global scale. </p><p></p><p>We unpack the origins of the game, gender disparities, the recent political drama that shadowed the tournament, and more. Whether you're a die-hard fan or someone who doesn't know a yellow card from a red one, grab your headphones and see exactly where the algorithm takes us this week!</p>no00:23:2319Yellow Cards, Red Tape, and Soccer Obsessionfull<![CDATA[Things People Pretend to Know]]>From sacred traditions to snobby sips and plants that bite back, Connie and Vee are jumping down a wildly diverse set of rabbit holes this week! First, we dive into the vibrant world of Native American pow wows and the sacred tradition of wild rice harvesting. Then, we swap our casual mugs for wine glasses to break down the actual science of wine tasting (yes, there's a reason people swirl it). Finally, we get weird with botany and look at the fascinating, predatory world of Venus flytraps and carnivorous plants.

]]>fa50cec9-b508-40af-8251-be51810306ffSun, 28 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT<p>From sacred traditions to snobby sips and plants that bite back, Connie and Vee are jumping down a wildly diverse set of rabbit holes this week! First, we dive into the vibrant world of Native American pow wows and the sacred tradition of wild rice harvesting. Then, we swap our casual mugs for wine glasses to break down the actual science of wine tasting (yes, there's a reason people swirl it). Finally, we get weird with botany and look at the fascinating, predatory world of Venus flytraps and carnivorous plants.</p>no00:21:0618Things People Pretend to Knowfull<![CDATA[Vampires: Are They Real... and Why Are They Hot?]]>From creepy creatures of the night to total eye candy, vampires have had quite the glow-up. In this episode, we explore the history, the lore, and the undeniable allure of the undead. Plus, we dig into the wild world of real-life immortality theories—including the mysterious Jacques Saint-Germain and why celebrities like Keanu Reeves never seem to age. Are vampires real, and could they be living among us? Grab your garlic and let’s find out.

]]>51a404c1-9846-41cd-ab36-bc761d51ccb5Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:04:45 GMT<p>From creepy creatures of the night to total eye candy, vampires have had quite the glow-up. In this episode, we explore the history, the lore, and the undeniable allure of the undead. Plus, we dig into the wild world of real-life immortality theories—including the mysterious Jacques Saint-Germain and why celebrities like Keanu Reeves never seem to age. Are vampires real, and could they be living among us? Grab your garlic and let’s find out.</p>no00:31:4617Vampires: Are They Real... and Why Are They Hot?full<![CDATA[If it Flies, It Spies: A Birdwatcher's Guide to our Feathered "Friends"]]>Grab your binoculars and check your battery levels, because this week we are diving headfirst into the sky’s biggest secrets. What starts as a wholesome look at the world of birding quickly spirals into a web of high-tech paranoia where we untangle the wires of the internet’s favorite conspiracy theory: Birds Aren't Real. We chart the historical flight path of the movement, exploring how a brilliant parody captured the public imagination and exposed a deeper modern crisis of belief, belonging, and misinformation. Are they feathered friends, or are they just factory-resetting on the telephone pole? Pull up a chair and let’s fall down the rabbit hole.

]]>52e2c46e-5c9c-41e5-bf67-795ec04b6292Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:43:20 GMT<p>Grab your binoculars and check your battery levels, because this week we are diving headfirst into the sky’s biggest secrets. What starts as a wholesome look at the world of birding quickly spirals into a web of high-tech paranoia where we untangle the wires of the internet’s favorite conspiracy theory: <i>Birds Aren't Real</i>. We chart the historical flight path of the movement, exploring how a brilliant parody captured the public imagination and exposed a deeper modern crisis of belief, belonging, and misinformation. Are they feathered friends, or are they just factory-resetting on the telephone pole? Pull up a chair and let’s fall down the rabbit hole.</p>no00:45:5716If it Flies, It Spies: A Birdwatcher's Guide to our Feathered "Friends"full<![CDATA[Who the Face Are We?]]>

We’re kicking things off by reading the room—and then literally reading our faces. This week, we dive deep into face shape analysis, and what your features might actually be saying about you. From there, the algorithm takes a wild turn through famous faces, personal reflections, weight loss, sun exposure, and unexpected animal encounters (because why not?). Stick around until the end for a sneak peek at our upcoming guests before we wave goodbye!

]]>3910c223-db9f-4c93-a4b9-77b9119bc6e3Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:35:35 GMT<blockquote><p>We’re kicking things off by reading the room—and then literally reading our faces. This week, we dive deep into face shape analysis, and what your features might actually be saying about you. From there, the algorithm takes a wild turn through famous faces, personal reflections, weight loss, sun exposure, and unexpected animal encounters (because why not?). Stick around until the end for a sneak peek at our upcoming guests before we wave goodbye!</p></blockquote><h3></h3>no00:28:5315Who the Face Are We?full<![CDATA[Spooks, Spells and Spatial Anomalies]]>Guest Host Alert!!! Tonight, JP and Connie are taking over the microphones and tumbling down a rabbit hole that completely fractures time and space. The journey begins with the infamous John Titor—the mysterious internet time traveler. But that’s just the starting point. JP and Connie are pulling back the curtain on parallel universes, asking what really happens to our consciousness during dreams and comas, and exploring whether ghosts are just echoes from alternate realities. Then, things get dark. We’re stepping into the world of paranormal investigations to look at the work of Ed and Lorraine Warren and the terrifying truth (and skepticism) behind the legendary Annabelle doll. From demonic encounters to guardian angels, this episode questions everything we think we know about this realm... and the next. Watch your step, it’s a wild ride tonight.

]]>68402ed6-c405-4eb6-9c82-18097ce1d480Sun, 31 May 2026 04:44:41 GMT<p><b>Guest Host Alert!!!</b> Tonight, JP and Connie are taking over the microphones and tumbling down a rabbit hole that completely fractures time and space. The journey begins with the infamous John Titor—the mysterious internet time traveler. But that’s just the starting point. JP and Connie are pulling back the curtain on parallel universes, asking what really happens to our consciousness during dreams and comas, and exploring whether ghosts are just echoes from alternate realities. Then, things get dark. We’re stepping into the world of paranormal investigations to look at the work of Ed and Lorraine Warren and the terrifying truth (and skepticism) behind the legendary Annabelle doll. From demonic encounters to guardian angels, this episode questions everything we think we know about this realm... and the next. Watch your step, it’s a wild ride tonight.</p>no00:48:2314Spooks, Spells and Spatial Anomaliesfull<![CDATA[Braaains and Baby Boomers]]>Connie and Vee are diving into the ultimate undead survival guide! First, they’re breaking down the ruthless group dynamics and heavy moral dilemmas of a zombie apocalypse. Then, the hosts pivot from surviving the walking dead to surviving childhood—swapping wild stories of mischief, brutal rule-breaking consequences, and how parenting has shifted over time.

]]>541d2030-62cc-4158-b9fd-35fea572d57fThu, 21 May 2026 03:47:42 GMT<p>Connie and Vee are diving into the ultimate undead survival guide! First, they’re breaking down the ruthless group dynamics and heavy moral dilemmas of a zombie apocalypse. Then, the hosts pivot from surviving the walking dead to surviving childhood—<b>swapping wild stories of mischief, brutal rule-breaking consequences, and how parenting has shifted over time</b>.</p>no00:40:3813Braaains and Baby Boomersfull<![CDATA[Island Strays and Motherhood Tales]]>Pack your bags and grab the lint roller—this week, we’re diving into a literal dream scenario. We explore a Greek island sanctuary where you can live for free, provided you’re willing to be a full-time guardian to dozens of local stray cats. We shift gears to celebrate Mother’s Day. But we aren't just talking brunch and bouquets; we’re digging into the origins of the holiday and reminisce about our own experiences growing up. Are any of you guilty of leaving stray crayons to melt into the car upholstery?

]]>92a957ae-e8fa-45b0-8a55-a056f966a2a5Wed, 13 May 2026 16:58:41 GMT<p>Pack your bags and grab the lint roller—this week, we’re diving into a literal dream scenario. We explore a Greek island sanctuary where you can live for free, provided you’re willing to be a full-time guardian to dozens of local stray cats. We shift gears to celebrate Mother’s Day. But we aren't just talking brunch and bouquets; we’re digging into the origins of the holiday and reminisce about our own experiences growing up. Are any of you guilty of leaving stray crayons to melt into the car upholstery?</p>yes00:31:3412Island Strays and Motherhood Talesfull<![CDATA[Cold Cases and Hot Servers]]>Welcome to the Pilot! In this episode, the clock was ticking as Connie and Vee dove into two vastly different corners of the internet. The search history starts in a dark, unsettling place as they investigate the mysterious case of the 11 missing scientists. Then, the conversation pivots to the tech world, exploring the staggering environmental cost of our digital lives—specifically how much water it takes to keep AI running—and why we need to be more intentional about how we use it.

]]>ab5f76f0-f779-4c9d-928a-0401db5c29edThu, 07 May 2026 22:02:28 GMT<p>Welcome to the Pilot! In this episode, the clock was ticking as Connie and Vee dove into two vastly different corners of the internet. The search history starts in a dark, unsettling place as they investigate the mysterious case of the 11 missing scientists. Then, the conversation pivots to the tech world, exploring the staggering environmental cost of our digital lives—specifically how much water it takes to keep AI running—and why we need to be more intentional about how we use it.</p>yes00:48:0311Cold Cases and Hot Serversfull