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Skwis and Bri are calling all the trippy hippies! We are talking about the most heinous hippy in history, Charles Manson and The Manson Family murders. Venture with us through the movie Charlie Says as we compare the story told on screen with the real life and crimes of the Manson Family.
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Sharon-Tate
https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/charles-manson-early-life-before-the-family-cult
https://gangsterreport.com/all-in-the-family-the-ultimate-manson-family-timeline-1967-2019/
https://www.vox.com/culture/2019/8/8/20757917/manson-girls-explained
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Skwis and Bri take on one of the most well-known cold cases, The Zodiac Killings! Comparing the movie and the real-life story gets interesting when new information has been found as recently as 2020! Come on the journey with us through these frightening crimes in this episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Zodiac-killer
https://zodiackiller.com/zodiac-killer-victims/
https://www.foxnews.com/us/cold-case-zodiac-killer-identified-murder
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Skwis and Bri travel back in time to discuss the very eccentric noir film based on The Black Dahlia murder. Although the movie speculates, this gruesome true crime has never been solved. Who killed Elizabeth Short? Listen to the pod and tell us who you think did it!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.fbi.gov/history/famous-cases/the-black-dahlia
https://www.novelsuspects.com/articles/a-brief-history-of-the-black-dahlia/#:~:text=The%20LAPD%20identified%20Elizabeth%20Short,was%20cerebral%20hemorrhage%20and%20shock.
https://vault.fbi.gov/Black%20Dahlia%20%28E%20Short%29%20/
https://archives.fbi.gov/archives/news/stories/2006/october/dahlia_102006
https://www.biography.com/news/black-dahlia-murder-mystery
https://allthatsinteresting.com/black-dahlia-murder
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Skwis and Bri explore the frights of cannibalism while trekking through the wild antics of the movie Ravenous. Take a trip through this western style thriller which is created via the true experiences of The Donner Party and Alferd Packer. This episode of the pod is full of creeps and cannibals galore!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/local-news/bone-appetit-the-story-of-alferd-packer-colorados-most-infamous-yet-beloved-cannibal
https://www.history.com/news/10-things-you-should-know-about-the-donner-party
https://www.legendsofamerica.com/ca-donnerparty/
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Skwis and Bri are starting a new season strong! In season 3 they are covering all famous serials killers and cases and the movies made on those stories. Starting with the movie "My Friend Dahmer" and the horrific crimes committed by Jeffrey Dahmer. After this season of the pod, you will be sure to lock your doors and windows and avoid strangers! If you were frightened before get ready because we are entering a whole new level of frights!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Jeffrey-Dahmer
https://www.biography.com/news/jeffrey-dahmer-timeline-murders
https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/cannibal-and-serial-killer-jeffrey-dahmer-is-caught
https://dani-hendrix.medium.com/what-was-jeffrey-dahmers-childhood-like-f8057ef60ee4
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Skwis and Bri are wrapping up season 2 with the final Conjuring movie! The 2021 film covers yet another possession case handled by the Warrens, based on the haunting of the Glatzel family and Arne Johnson, will this film finally accomplish the task of frightening Bri and Skwis or is it another Warren flop? Find out on this episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-250-arne-johnson-20140412-story.html
https://www.truecrimeedition.com/post/arne-johnson
https://archives.law.virginia.edu/dengrove/trials/demon-murder
https://www.radiotimes.com/movies/the-conjuring-3-true-story-arne-johnson-case-real/
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Skwis and Bri have had it with this universe! Coming close to the end of their deep dive, they cover The Conjuring 2 and discuss the plot holes that are continuing through the series along with the story of the Enfield Haunting that the movie is allegedly based on. When will this frightfully written universe be over? Find out on this episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/conjuring-2-enfield-poltergeist/
https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/the-conjuring-2-enfield-case-true-story-janet-bill-wilkins-tape/
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Continuing their Conjuring Universe exploration, Skwis and Bri encounter The Curse of La Llorona! While this origin story is quite frightening, what is even scarier is the disconnection between this film and any other Conjuring film! Don't believe us? Check out the movie and this episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.legendsofamerica.com/gh-lallorona/
https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/04/la-llorona-real-mexican-legend-curse-of-la-llorona-movie
https://www.elle.com/culture/movies-tv/a26874269/la-llorona-movie-true-story/
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Skwis and Bri are less than excited to rehash another Annabelle story, but are super excited to go over some of the other Warren cases and haunted items in their museum. What spooky items do we have in store for you? Find out on this episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://screenrant.com/conjuring-universe-warren-museum-every-haunted-object/
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/annabelle-comes-home-real-stories-behind-artifacts-1216397/
https://www.damnedct.com/hannah-cranna/
https://www.radiotimes.com/movies/inside-the-warrens-artefact-room-the-occult-museum-where-real-life-annabelle-is-locked-up/
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Skwis and Bri watch The Conjuring and begin their deep dive into the lives and experiences of Ed and Lorraine Warren and the people they have been involved with. This film bring us the frightening story of the witch Bathsheba, is the true story just as frightening? Or is this a case of some Warren theatrics and exaggerations? Find out on this episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://historycollection.com/16-reasons-why-the-true-story-behind-the-conjuring-is-even-creepier-than-the-movie/
https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/conjuring.php
https://allthatsinteresting.com/true-story-of-the-conjuring-perron-family-enfield-haunting
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Skwis and Bri find a lot more questions than answers in this episode of the pod! They cover the original Annabelle film, which is the second Annabelle in release order of The Conjuring series. Taking a deep dive into the Annabelle origin story and discussing the storyline of the movie uncovers several plot holes that they are unsure the universe will be able to dig itself out of! Only time will tell, listen to the pod and find out!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.nhregister.com/lifestyle/article/Real-Annabelle-story-shared-by-Lorraine-11382545.php
https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/annabelle/
https://heavy.com/entertainment/2020/08/warren-museum-closed-why-location-where/
https://www.ibtimes.com/annabelle-true-story-9-freaky-facts-about-real-doll-haunting-ahead-movie-release-1698694
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Skwis and Bri continue their deep dive into The Conjuring universe with Annabelle: Creation. This movie has it all, creepy dolls, nuns, orphans, demonic forces, and of course plenty of tragedy. You're gonna want to buckle in for this episode of the pod, it might give you a fright!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/annabelle-2-creation/
https://drafthouse.com/news/the-true-story-behind-annabelle-creation
https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/is-annabelle-creation-true-story-13506251
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Skwis and Bri start a new season and series! Join them for the first dive into The Conjuring universe. Starting off strong, Skwis and Bri discuss the movie The Nun and the possible stories that influenced the creation of the film. With talks about ghosts and demons, there are lots of frights, spooks, and speculation in this episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://decider.com/2021/06/02/the-nun-true-story-the-conjuring/
https://filmschoolrejects.com/the-real-story-behind-the-nun/
https://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-news-connecticut-conjuring-ed-lorraine-warren-20210602-lfbiyfpsavfudp7yzid4x6tiua-story.html
https://www.bustle.com/p/what-is-valak-in-the-nun-the-origin-story-of-this-evil-force-will-haunt-you-11785677
https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/movies/a23639243/the-nun-movie-real-life/
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In Skwis and Bri's final episode of the season, they discuss The Strangers, the 2008 home invasion film directed by Bryan Bertino. According to the director, this film was based on several true crime events along with a personal experience he had as a child. Can you find the similarities in the true stories versus the horror film? Listen to the pod and hear for yourself!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/crime/true-crime/murder-in-cabin-28-keddie-murders-unsolved-california/103-1e3e7671-8c2c-4f4c-abb3-fae3ae07425e
https://www.britannica.com/event/Tate-murders
https://medium.com/the-true-crime-edition/investigators-elude-to-a-break-in-the-keddie-cabin-murders-c7052435d889
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This week, we are feelin' 22! Skwis and Bri cover the 1989 movie, Communion. They discuss the plausibility and validity of the film and its origin book of the same title. Do you believe in aliens? Listen to this episode of the pod and hear about Whitley Strieber's extraterrestrial adventures and let us know if you think the truth is truly out there!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://beerrantsandbooks.wordpress.com/2017/10/16/book-review-communion-a-true-story-by-whitley-strieber/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communion_(book)
http://www.the13thfloor.tv/2017/05/15/beyond-communion-the-strange-case-of-whitley-strieber/
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This week Skwis and Bri cover the 1986 film, Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer! This movie was incredibly graphic and at times hard to watch, but it was nothing compared to the serial killers it is based on! Come take a grizzly true crime adventure in our 21st episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
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Happy Valentine's Day! Skwis and Bri are spreading the love this week with My Bloody Valentine, directed by Patrick Lussier, this 2009 made for 3D film has lots of love along with lots of death! Skwis and Bri discuss the film and give you their take on all of the gore and drama! What do the peeps of Frightened Fallacies think? Find out on this episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
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This week, it's Skwis, Bri, and a Narcosatanist Cult/Drug Cartel! They take on the very gruesome backstory of the movie, Borderland, released in 2007 and directed by Zev Berman. With cults, true crime, drugs, and murder, this episode of the pod definitely packs a punch! So grab a drink and settle in!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
http://www.the13thfloor.tv/2016/12/05/the-story-behind-the-movie-borderland-the-real-life-occult-drug-cartel-of-mexico/
https://medium.com/lessons-from-history/the-matamoros-cult-killings-6dfec30ca24b
https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/black-magic-voodoo-and-murder-occurs-at-rancho-santa-elena
https://www.oxygen.com/deadly-cults/crime-news/adolfo-constanzo-sara-aldrete-sacrifice-cult-palo-mayombe
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You voted, The Frightened Pod delivers! Skwis and Bri are celebrating Christmas the horror way by covering all three Black Christmas films! Listeners voted for their favorite Christmas Horror film and Skwis and Bri watched it (in this case all three), they compare the films and talk about the ratings, Skwis also divulges some not so well-known basis stories for this Christmastime fright!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
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Skwis and Bri are back with their longest episode yet! They cover, The Town that Dreaded Sundown, and the 1946 Texarkana Moonlight Murders. These unsolved murders are gruesome and chilling, but the movie is anything but frightening! Hear Skwis and Bri's no holds barred opinions on this episode of the pod!
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT! Not only do we cover some unsavory and possibly triggering topics, but there is cursing and lewd language in the episode.
For further frights, here are our sources:
https://vault.fbi.gov/texarkana-phantom-moonlight-murders
https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/entries/texarkana-moonlight-murders-4478/
https://the-line-up.com/texarkana-murders
https://www.texasmonthly.com/the-culture/texarkana-murder-mystery/
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