PART 2!

In this final topic of spooky season, unravel the sinister saga of the Manson Family and the pint-sized puppet master who convinced his followers that Helter Skelter was more than just a Beatles song. From the infamous Hollywood murders to the courtroom circus that followed, Shane and Duncan explore how Manson’s twisted charisma led to one of the darkest chapters in American history.

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ENCORE!

Shane needed a break, but we'll be back with a regular episode next week. In the meantime, if you need to chat or decompress, join our Discord community:

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Warning: if you're not a fan of dark humor, feel free to skip this episode. We won't judge you! For our fellow twisted weirdos...enjoy.

"The Darwin Awards salute the improvement of the human genome by honoring those who accidentally remove themselves from it in a spectacular manner!"

IN THIS EPISODE:

History of the Darwin Awards

Wendy Northcut, opportunist

Death By:

• Self-shooting demonstration - Clement Vallandigham
• Radish - Sir William Payne-Gallwey
• Slow car - Bridget Driscoll
• "Wearable" Parachute - Franz Reichelt
• Unbreakable-window test - Gary Hoy
• The North Sentinel Island natives are restless - John Allen Chau
• Beard sabotage- Hans Steininger
• Gurney mishap- Edward Juchniewicz
• Rattlesnake catch - Joe Buddy Caine
• Segway daredevil- Jim Heselden
• Cockfight revenge - Jose Luis Ochoa
• Cockroach-eating contest - Edward Archbold
• ...and more

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~ KNOWLEDGE IS POWER, AND SLEEP IS OVERRATED ~

Hey Insomniacs, we have something very special for you today. We're bringing you an episode of one of our favorite podcasts!

AHC (Asshole Court) is a show in which three lifelong friends--Buddy, Mikey, and Randy--examine the life of a public figure who may or may not be a giant asshole. They assign a preliminary score based on what they already know of the person, and then they delve into the details of his or her life, and at the end they determine the celebrity's final score (rated from 1 to 11: Mr. Rogers to Hitler). Subjects have included Steven Seagal, Connor McGregor, Joe Rogan, Alex Jones, Kanye, Harvey Weinstein, Tom Cruise, Diddy, Andrew Tate, and even Dolly Parton (spoiler alert: not an asshole.)

Since you're presumably a fan of OUR show, we know you enjoy laughing and learning, so we're confident you're going to love AHC. We hope you'll give them a listen, and include asshole court in your regular podcast rotation. Thanks so much for being an insomniac, and we'll be back next week!

In this final topic of spooky season, unravel the sinister saga of the Manson Family and the pint-sized puppet master who convinced his followers that Helter Skelter was more than just a Beatles song. From the infamous Hollywood murders to the courtroom circus that followed, Shane and Duncan explore how Manson’s twisted charisma led to one of the darkest chapters in American history.

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BEGONE, FOUL DEMON!! NO LONGER SHALL YOU BEDEVIL THE INSOMNIACS OF THE MIDNIGHT MASSES

(Apologies for the caps lock, but Satan doesn't respect lowercase.)

What's the difference between a demonic vexation, an infestation, and an oppression? How many demons do you have to host to become Legion? And is the Pope really on Twitter? Join the boys for a deep-dive into hellfire and brimstone in this examination of the disturbing history of exorcism and demonic possession.

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In this episode:

• Ancient exorcisms in Babylon
• Demonic possession in the Bible
• Relevant Biblical passages
• Jesus, demons, and exorcisms
• Judas
• Mark 5: My name is Legion
• The Pope on Twitter
• Official Exorcist of Indiana, Father Vincent Lambert
• Demonic entry points and doorways
• Sexual abuse and demonic possession
• The International Association of Exorcists
• Infestations, Vexations, Obssessions, and Subjections
• The Exorcist, the movie
• Peter Blatty, Linda Blair, Roland Doe/Robbie Mannheim
• Cultural impact of the film
• Discernment
• Qualifications to receive an exorcism
• The ritual itself
• Notable cases of possession
• Jason Dalton and the Uber Demon
• The Tanacu exorcism

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~ KNOWLEDGE IS POWER, AND SLEEP IS OVERRATED ~

In the shadowy alleys of Victorian London, a sinister figure lurked, leaving a trail of terror that has baffled historians for over a century. Join Shane and Duncan as they delve into the chilling tale of Jack the Ripper, unraveling the gruesome details of his infamous crimes and exploring mysteries that continue to haunt the annals of true crime.

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Why do we wear costumes on Halloween? When did pumpkins and candy get involved? And how the heck do you pronounce "Samhain"?

Listen to find out...

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In this episode:

• Celtic Festivals, Gaelic Origins
• Samhain and Beltane
• Fairies (The Aos Si)
• Bonfires, Livestock, Leaps
• Liminal Celebrations
• The Romans and Feralia
• Pomona
• Apple Bobbing?
• Feast of All Martyrs
• Pope Boniface IV
• Pope Gregory III
• All Saints Day (All Hallows Day)
• Feast of All Souls
• All Hallows Day/Evening
• Allhallowe'en
• Souling and Allhallowtide
• Soul Cakes
• Souling Plays
• Guising
• Mischief Night
• Jack O'Lanterns
• Stingy Jack
• Turnip Lanterns
• Trick or Treating
• Candy Corn
• Pet Costumes
• Calorie Counts

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~ KNOWLEDGE IS POWER, AND SLEEP IS OVERRATED ~

Welcome, insomniacs, to another dive into the weird, the wild, and the wonderfully unsettling. Tonight, we’re exploring the twisted mind behind some of the most bizarre and influential horror ever written: the one, the only, H.P. Lovecraft. Get ready for dark family secrets, eldritch horrors, cosmic dread, crippling phobias, hateful philosophies, and a peek into the life of a man who gave the world nightmares. Buckle up; this one’s going to get weird.

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In this episode:

• Biography
• Style/influences
• The Cthulu Mythos

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