Episodes
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Season 3, Episode 39 of The Eldritch Estate is a Creepypasta reading! We scrolled through the pages of Reddit and selected three stories to give you the creeps! Full credit to the authors and great work. We will continue to do more Creepypasta episodes in later seasons.
"Eerie Encounters: The Bill Vaile Story" Parts 1 and 2 by u/real_horror_diaries
"Julia Was a Clever Girl" by u/IPostAtMidnight
"The Face in the Wall" by u/Erutious
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In Season 3, Episode 38 of The Eldritch Estate, we complete our series on the Japanese death cult Aum Shinrikyo. In this episode we discuss the various lawsuits involving cult, resulting in assassinations of both legal representatives and political figures. Finally, we end this series by discussing the horrific Tokyo subway attacks which ultimately brought about the end of Shoko Asahara and Aum Shinrikyo as it was known in 1995. The group carries on today under the name Aleph, but does not follow in the same ideologies as it did when Asahara was the leader.
References for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aum_Shinrikyo
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-35975069
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo_subway_sarin_attack
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/5/4/99-0409_article
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shoko_Asahara
https://www.nonproliferation.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/aum_chrn.pdf
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In Season 3, Episode 37 of The Eldritch Estate, we cover the Japanese cult known as Aum Shinrikyo. Founded in the late 80s by Shoko Asahara, this organization was one of the largest and most well-known cults of its time. In this episode we will discuss the leader's humble beginnings as Chizuo Matsumoto, before he changed his name to Shoko Asahara and came to lead one of the deadliest cults in Japan. Tune in next time for the conclusion of this two-part series.
References for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aum_Shinrikyo
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-35975069
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo_subway_sarin_attack
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/5/4/99-0409_article
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shoko_Asahara
https://www.nonproliferation.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/aum_chrn.pdf
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In Season 3, Episode 36 of The Eldritch Estate, we discuss the history of a creature from Welsh mythology known as the afanc. Also called the avanc or addanc, this creature dwells in the water and is said to devour its victims whole. As well as discussing various tales of this mysterious cryptid, we also discuss other characters from Welsh mythology and folklore.
References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Afanc
https://genies.fandom.com/wiki/Addanc
https://testforbloggerandgadgets.blogspot.com/2014/03/mythical-creatures-in-welsh-folklore.html
https://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/history/sites/themes/society/myths_afanc.shtml#:~:text=A%20lake%20monster%20from%20Welsh,anyone%20who%20entered%20its%20waters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQwzzkqL_II
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In Season 3, Episode 35 of The Eldritch Estate, we discuss lobotomies. From the history of the lobotomy and its demented inventor, to typical methods and tools used in its implementation. We also discuss the various reasons for why a lobotomy would be performed, and the effects of the procedure upon completion.
References for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lobotomy
https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-a-lobotomy-5114062
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Season 3, Episode 34 of The Eldritch Estate is about the infamous "Little Green Men" of Kelly, Kentucky. During the 1950s, the USA was gripped by UFO-mania, and many people were claiming to see spaceships, aliens, and other unidentified flying objects in the sky. The Sutton family was no different - except that they did NOT want any part of the limelight and were truly terrified by their experience. Thanks for listening and please share with your friends!
References for this episode:
https://www.history.com/news/little-green-men-origins-aliens-hopkinsville-kelly
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2017/08/21/tales-from-the-path-of-totality-62-years-ago-today-they-say-little-green-men-invaded-this-kentucky-farm-town/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelly–Hopkinsville_encounter
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In Season 3, Episode 31 of The Eldritch Estate, we will be discussing The King. According to official sources, Elvis Presley passed away on August 16, 1977. But there are several out there who believe that Elvis has not, in fact, left the building. We will go into several conspiracy theories of what happened to the King and whether he is still rocking and rolling among the living.
References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elvis_Presley
https://time.com/4897819/elvis-presley-alive-conspiracy-theories/
https://www.theweek.co.uk/87812/elvis-presley-death-conspiracies-long-live-the-king
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elvis_sightings
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In 2003, an eBay listing appeared for an item described as "The Dybbuk Box." The listing included a story about how the box came to be acquired by the seller, detailing the paranormal experiences and awful tragedies that had occurred around its original and subsequent owners. In this episode we will discuss the history of the Dybbuk Box as well as discuss the haunted nature and paranormal occurrences surrounding this unassuming box.
References for this episode:
http://dibbukbox.com/story.htm
https://exemplore.com/paranormal/The-Dibbuk-Box-Where-is-it-Now
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dybbuk
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dybbuk_box
https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local_news/article/Story-of-haunted-box-isn-t-just-a-tale-dreamed-up-3882396.php
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Surprise! We're popping in with a quick and fun episode about Christmas cryptids. Some are creepy, some are sweet, and some are downright rude. We hope you enjoy this brief intermission as we prepare for the premiere of Season 3 in the New Year. Happy holidays you creepy creeps!
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Season 2, Episode 28 of The Eldritch Estate is the third and final part of our season finale on H.H. Holmes. This episode details the final killings that Holmes committed as well as the work of Detective Frank Geyer in tracking down the Pitezel children and putting the case to rest. We will discuss Holmes' trial and death as well as a bonus conspiracy theory.
References for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._H._Holmes
“The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America” by Erik Larson
https://www.biography.com/news/american-ripper-hh-holmes-jack-the-ripper
https://www.historicmysteries.com/was-hh-holmes-jack-the-ripper/
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Season 2, Episode 27 of The Eldritch Estate is part 2 of our season 2 finale! We will continue our discussion of H.H. Holmes, the conman who murdered in the white city. We will talk about the "modifications" Holmes made to his hotels, his multiple marriages, as well as several of his victims. Part 3 will include more about his finals killings, his unusual arrest, and of course the trial. Stay tuned for part 3 next week!
References for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._H._Holmes
“The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America” by Erik Larson
https://www.biography.com/news/american-ripper-hh-holmes-jack-the-ripper
https://www.historicmysteries.com/was-hh-holmes-jack-the-ripper/
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Season 2, Episode 26 of The Eldritch Estate is Part 1 of our season 2 finale! H.H. Holmes, born Herman Webster Mudgett, is largely considered to be America's first serial killer. He set up shop in Chicago in the 1880s and set to work constructing his "murder castle," a hotel with several horrors that would claim the lives of many young men and women. In Part 1 we will discuss his background, arrival in Chicago, and the start of his killings. Part 2 (and Part 3) will go up in the proceeding weeks.
References for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._H._Holmes
“The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America” by Erik Larson
https://www.biography.com/news/american-ripper-hh-holmes-jack-the-ripper
https://www.historicmysteries.com/was-hh-holmes-jack-the-ripper/
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Season 2, Episode 25 of The Eldritch Estate is about Diane Downs. A mother of three, Downs shot her own young children in the back of her car and attempted to place the blame on a "bushy-haired stranger" that she claimed had attacked them on the side of the road. It is believed that she murdered her family in an attempt to continue her long-term affair with married man Robert Knickerbocker.
References for this episode:
https://murderpedia.org/female.D/d/downs-diane.htm
"Small Sacrifices: A True Story of Passion and Murder" by Ann Rule
Killer Queens Episode 53 and 54: Diane Downs
Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KJNvybZqNpI92tMB4mVzU?si=Rf38BtDQSruMXy5tzjqTmA
Part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4XIr9F24aW17si1fA0Khuu?si=xXj6z2tQRnCl-PC8UCXexA
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Season 2, Episode 24 of The Eldritch Estate will feature part 2 of our coverage of the Branch Davidians. This episode will detail the raid by the ATF, the 51 day standoff with the FBI, and the resulting siege upon the compound in Waco, TX.
References for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Branch_Davidians
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Branch-Davidian
https://www.vox.com/2018/4/19/17246732/waco-tragedy-explained-david-koresh-mount-carmel-branch-davidian-cult-25-year-anniversary
WACO SIEGE: Days That Shaped America: History Channel https://youtu.be/9spJkA7nhBk
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On this fourth and final BONUS episode for the month of October, we discuss the killer known as The Candyman. On Halloween night, Ronald O'Bryan did the unthinkable by taking the life of his own son in a sick twist on the Halloween tradition of trick-or-treating. We hope you have enjoyed our bonus episodes, comment below for more!
References for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronald_Clark_O%27Bryan
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Part 1 of Season 2, Episode 22 of The Eldritch Estate is about the Branch Davidians. During this episode we will cover the foundation of the Branch Davidians as well as the history of Vernon Powell, who eventually become David Koresh, the leader of the Branch Davidians. Part 2 will detail the involvement of the ATF, the raid on the Mount Carmel Center, and the 51 day standoff which ultimately ended in the siege at Waco, TX.
References for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Branch_Davidians
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Branch-Davidian
https://www.vox.com/2018/4/19/17246732/waco-tragedy-explained-david-koresh-mount-carmel-branch-davidian-cult-25-year-anniversary
WACO SIEGE: Days That Shaped America: History Channel https://youtu.be/9spJkA7nhBk
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Season 2 Episode 21 and part 3 of our BONUS Halloween episodes is all about spooky cryptids! We will cover a vast array of creatures from all over the world, each more gruesome and nightmare-inducing than the last. Comment on our social media if you want more cryptids from around the world!
References for this episode:
https://www.livescience.com/60748-bizarre-monsters-around-the-world.html
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Season 2, Episode 20 of The Eldritch Estate is about the mysterious group known as Cicada 3301. We are joined by Keith, creator of USB Escape, an escape room that comes to you - preloaded on you guessed it, a USB drive. Cicada 3301 emerged on the Internet in 2012, asking "highly intelligent individuals" to solve its complicated puzzles. To this day we do not know who Cicada 3301 is or why they sought these individuals. To check out USB Escape go to @usbescape on Instagram! Thanks to Keith for an entertaining and informative session!
References for this episode:
https://uncovering-cicada.fandom.com/wiki/What_Happened_Part_1_(2012)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cicada_3301
USB Escape: https://www.usbescape.com/
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Season 2 Episode 19 of The Eldritch Estate and part 2 of our BONUS Halloween episodes is about the tragic murder of the Liske family. Consisting of husband and wife Bill and Susan Liske, "BJ" Bill Liske Jr. and brothers Derek and Devon Griffin, this is a sad case of murder most foul. Occurring on October 31st, 2010 in Ohio, BJ was found guilty of the brutal murder of his father, step-mom, and step-brother.
References for this episode:
https://www.portclintonnewsherald.com/story/news/local/2015/04/07/man-killed-family-found-dead-prison-cell/25420415/
https://sites.psu.edu/passionbloggf/2020/10/26/the-case-of-the-liske-family/
https://sanduskyregister.com/news/40338/tragic-timeline-details-surface-on-halloween-family-killings/
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It's our very first listener tales episode! On this episode of The Eldritch Estate, we read spooky stories from our beloved audience. The stories range from paranormal to true crime and they're sure to give your spine a tingle. Thanks for our contributors Sean, Hannah, and Ryan. To submit your own listener tale, send an email to [email protected]
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