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Hi there! We are Mystery on the Rocks, a comedy cocktail mystery podcast with award-winning comedians Sooz Kempner, Masud Milas and Chris Stokes ham-fistedly trying to solve real-life mysteries over cocktails.

Sometimes we're joined by a special guest, sometimes it's just the three of us being very silly indeed.

From true crime and bizarre occurrences to X-Files and the paranormal, all of the case... more

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Latest Episodes

Our favourite game returns!

Sooz treats us to another bundle of VHS tapes found on eBay as Masud and Chris must guess which videos lie within by asking the right questions and strategically using three lifelines along the way.

Does Chris retain his... more

Enjoy this a day earlier than usual since England are playing their first game of this World Cup TODAY because - that's right - the World Cup is here and, with it, Sooz's impassioned feature-length deep-dive into the psychological issues of England's... more

Sooz's One Hit Wonders are back and this time she teaches us all about The Big Bopper's 1958 smash hit Chantilly Lace.

Who was Mr Bopper? And is this the most tragic of the One Hit Wonders so far?

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An exclusive extended, ad-free video versio... more

Sooz takes the lead for the foreseeable and kicks off our post-MKUltra season with a super incisive look at the events of one of the 20th Century's most defining incidents.

What happened, what caused it and just what the hell is Groucho Marx doing h... more

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Will Duggan
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Hosts

Sooz Kempner
Host of Mystery on the Rocks; contributes as writer and performer; notable for vocal musical segments and storytelling.
Masud Milas
Co-host with a background in cocktails and hosting; provides historical and cultural context.
Chris Stokes
Co-host who narrates and weaves in storytelling with comedic timing; plays a central role in banter and structure.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 202 ratings
  • Annoying

    Constantly talking over each other, immature, not funny. They just blather on.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    leslie_will
    United States9 months ago
  • Just the right mix of mystery and comedy

    started listening a few weeks ago, discovered two of the Ken Brennan episodes and was beyond delighted to find out there was a third

    The real mystery is the enigmatic private detective we’d canonically all blow. And also whether JFK's head just did that

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    athorist73
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • big fan

    heard about them from sooz’s guesting on evil men but I like them better now lol

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lucklessly
    Canada3 years ago
  • The best "true crime" style pod out there. They have successfully made me an armchair detective and an alcoholic.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    badnick
    4 years ago
  • Kinda okay…

    I dropped in to listen to the Christa Helm episode. It was ok. They’re ok funny. But nothing says bitter Brit’s like obsessing over the mention of worcheshire sauce for far too long, while also (jealously) shaming a woman for trying to make it in Hollywood. Something they seem to disdain for it’s superficiality and transactional nature, whilst also hosting an entire an entire podcast obsessing over America’s Hollywood scene. It’s weird that they are devoting their lives to something they seem to... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Steph life
    United States5 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners wish for tighter on-topic focus in certain episodes.
Many enjoy the cocktail and mystery mashups that set the show apart.
Listeners praise sharp banter and chemistry among hosts.
Overall sentiment highlights humor, informative bits, and entertaining storytelling.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

VHGuess #1 | Oh Golly, I've Fallen Into Your Rectum
Q: Have you guys ever had a Bloody Caesar?
The Bloody Caesar uses Clamato juice and is a Canadian version of a Bloody Mary, usually with clam juice.
VHGuess #1 | Oh Golly, I've Fallen Into Your Rectum
Q: Do any of these films star Bruce Willis?
No, not one of these films stars Bruce Willis.
VHGuess #1 | Oh Golly, I've Fallen Into Your Rectum
Q: Masud, what are you drinking?
I have a Bloody Maria, which is essentially a tequila Bloody Mary, made with popcorn flavored with Furiyaki seasoning.
VHGuess #1 | Oh Golly, I've Fallen Into Your Rectum
Q: What are you drinking, Sooz?
I'm drinking a cocktail made with rum from discarded banana peel, mixed with Nacello and topped with a toasted marshmallow.

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What is Mystery on the Rocks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A witty, cocktail-fueled discussion that blends mystery, culture, and humor. The show tackles a wide range of cases—from true crime to paranormal oddities—delivering lighthearted banter, trivia, and cocktail recommendations that keep listeners engaged across episodes. The trio's chemistry, musical interludes, and pop-culture riffs provide a distinctive, entertaining spin on whodunnits and puzzling phenomena, making it a good fit for fans of witty hosts, British humor, and beverage-inspired storytelling. Noteworthy traits include a recurring format of banter with guest appearances, a knack for turning dark topics into approachable entertainment, and a polished, podcast-with-a-party vibe that can appeal to sponsors seeking a fun, crossover au... more

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