Cursed Voices: Dark History and Unsolved Mysteries

Cursed Voices: Jess Lathrop, M.A. and Larry Lathrop, M.S.
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Step into the archives, where history whispers through the cursed and the forgotten. Cursed Voices is a dark history podcast unearthing scary history from the shadowy corners of the past. From European folklore and unsolved mysteries to medieval history and cursed artifacts, we explore history's mysteries and dark stories that textbooks leave behind. If you crave spooky history deep-dives that blur the line between myth and chilling reality, you're so very welcome here. We drop new episodes every Thursday. Follow us... and let the past speak.

  1. 1d ago

    They Put Kepler's Mother on Trial for Witchcraft 🔮 Katharina Kepler | Scandals & Strange History

    When your own neighbors put you on trial for witchcraft over a cup of tea, you call your genius scientist son. This unhinged history documentary follows Katharina Kepler, mother of famed astronomer Johannes Kepler, as she fights to escape the stake during Europe's peak mass hysteria.👉👉 Love weird history podcasts? SUBSCRIBE for more unfiltered history, royal scandals, and wild women's history every week!🚨 Content Warning: This episode includes themes involving death, tragedy, violence, and supernatural or potentially disturbing historical events.⏳ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬:00:00 - The Great Astronomer & The Witchcraft Accusation02:30 - Herbal Remedies & Leonberg’s Wild Witch Rumors04:45 - Gravedigger Allegations & The Somnium Sci-Fi Danger08:57 - Arrest & Riding Through the 30 Years' War10:08 - Kepler's Scientific Defense & The Torture Test13:23 - Release, Final Days & Katharina Kepler's Legacy 🕯️ 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐅𝐅:Hey besties! We've got FREE history travel guides, our cool newsletter, podcast links, & more fun stuff here ➡️ https://linktr.ee/cursedvoicesPS- This channel is hard work, from researching and writing to filming and editing (and don't even get me started on how much caffeine is required...lol) Please consider buying me a coffee to fund future research! ➡️ https://buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices‼ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞:Images and historical documents used in this video are public domain, Creative Commons licensed, or included under fair use for commentary, research, and educational analysis.⚖️ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫:This video is presented for educational and historical storytelling purposes. While extensively researched, some interpretations reflect legend, folklore, or evolving historical narratives. If you have corrections or additional information, please reach out. We’d love to update and improve future episodes.🏆 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬:All research, writing, editing, production, and content creation by:Jessica M. Lathrop, M.A. (Ancient & Classical History)Larry C. Lathrop, M.S. (Data Science + MBA)-- All content in this episode was created by real, human people. Thanks for supporting our channel! --📚 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐂𝐄𝐒 & 𝐅𝐔𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆• Gregory of Tours: The World of the Franks (Queens & Marriage) - UNC Greensboro• Les Grandes Chroniques de France (MS Français 2608) - Digital Scan of Manuscript via Gallica (1390-1405)• James T. Shotwell (Ed.), "History of the Franks" (Records of Civilization) - Columbia University (1916)• Ian N. Wood, "The Secret Histories of Gregory of Tours" - Revue Belge de Philologie et d'Histoire (1993)🏛️ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬Cursed Voices is a weird history podcast and history documentary series where I (Jess) dig into the forgotten stories of unhinged women in history, royal scandals, and the intriguing dark history that standard textbooks leave behind. From ruthless queens to chaotic historical mysteries, join me for the wildest, untold side of history every single week.Thanks for watching! Please subscribe to catch our next episode! 🔥Copyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast. All rights reserved.

    They Put Kepler's Mother on Trial for Witchcraft 🔮 Katharina Kepler | Scandals & Strange History

  2. 5d ago

    Ep. 19 - The Servant Who Became a Ruthless Queen 👑 Fredegund | Scandals & Strange History

    This palace servant schemed her way to the throne, eliminating rivals and plotting takeovers that make Game of Thrones seem tame. Jump into this weird history documentary, where Queen Fredegund’s 40-year blood feud proved medieval royalty was more ruthless than we can imagine.👉👉 Love weird history podcasts? SUBSCRIBE for more unfiltered history, royal scandals, and wild women's history every week!🚨 Content Warning: This episode includes themes involving death, tragedy, violence, and supernatural or potentially disturbing historical events.⏳ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬:00:00 - The Servants-to-Queen Rise of Fredegund03:20 - The Assassination of Galswintha & Royal Feud06:56 - Poisoned Daggers & The Fall of Sigibert10:27 - Epidemics, Tax Burning & Palace Purges17:08 - The 300-Noble Oath, Camouflaged Warfare & Legacy🕯️ 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐅𝐅:Hey besties! We've got FREE history travel guides, our cool newsletter, podcast links, & more fun stuff here ➡️ https://linktr.ee/cursedvoicesPS- This channel is hard work, from researching and writing to filming and editing (and don't even get me started on how much caffeine is required...lol) Please consider buying me a coffee to fund future research! ➡️ https://buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices‼ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞:Images and historical documents used in this video are public domain, Creative Commons licensed, or included under fair use for commentary, research, and educational analysis.⚖️ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫:This video is presented for educational and historical storytelling purposes. While extensively researched, some interpretations reflect legend, folklore, or evolving historical narratives. If you have corrections or additional information, please reach out. We’d love to update and improve future episodes.🏆 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬:All research, writing, editing, production, and content creation by:Jessica M. Lathrop, M.A. (Ancient & Classical History)Larry C. Lathrop, M.S. (Data Science + MBA)-- All content in this episode was created by real, human people. Thanks for supporting our channel! --📚 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐂𝐄𝐒 & 𝐅𝐔𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆• Gregory of Tours: The World of the Franks (Queens & Marriage) - UNC Greensboro• Les Grandes Chroniques de France (MS Français 2608) - Digital Scan of Manuscript via Gallica (1390-1405)• James T. Shotwell (Ed.), "History of the Franks" (Records of Civilization) - Columbia University (1916)• Ian N. Wood, "The Secret Histories of Gregory of Tours" - Revue Belge de Philologie et d'Histoire (1993)🏛️ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬Cursed Voices is a weird history podcast and history documentary series where I (Jess) dig into the forgotten stories of unhinged women in history, royal scandals, and the intriguing dark history that standard textbooks leave behind. From ruthless queens to chaotic historical mysteries, join me for the wildest, untold side of history every single week.Thanks for watching! Please subscribe to catch our next episode! 🔥Copyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast. All rights reserved.#WeirdHistory #HistoryDocumentary #WomensHistory #HistoryPodcast #DarkHistory #HistoryUncovered #HiddenHistory #WomenInHistory #CursedVoices

    Ep. 19 - The Servant Who Became a Ruthless Queen 👑 Fredegund | Scandals & Strange History

  3. Aug 11

    Ep 18 - The Runaway Nun Who Became a Spanish Soldier ⚔️ Catalina de Erauso | Scandals & Strange History

    Escaping a convent to survive duels, hunt for treasure, and fight in the Spanish army sounds crazy, but this weird history documentary is 100% real. Dive into 1600s chaos as Catalina de Erauso spends two decades living on the run under fake identities across South America. 👉👉 Love weird history podcasts? SUBSCRIBE for more unfiltered history, royal scandals, and wild women's history every week! 🚨 Content Warning: This episode includes themes involving death, tragedy, violence, and supernatural or potentially disturbing historical events. ⏳ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬: 00:00 - Escaping the Convent & Living in Disguise 03:45 - High-Seas Fugitive & Church Sanctuary 05:48 - Becoming the "Lieutenant Nun" & Tragic Duel 09:15 - Captured & The Shocking Confession 10:55 - Royal Pensions, Papal Audiences & Legacy 🕯️ 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐅𝐅:Hey besties! We've got FREE history travel guides, our cool newsletter, podcast links, & more fun stuff here ➡️ https://linktr.ee/cursedvoices PS- This channel is hard work, from researching and writing to filming and editing (and don't even get me started on how much caffeine is required...lol) Please consider buying me a coffee to fund future research! ➡️ https://buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices‼ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞:Images and historical documents used in this video are public domain, Creative Commons licensed, or included under fair use for commentary, research, and educational analysis. ⚖️ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫:This video is presented for educational and historical storytelling purposes. While extensively researched, some interpretations reflect legend, folklore, or evolving historical narratives. If you have corrections or additional information, please reach out. We’d love to update and improve future episodes. 🏆 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬:All research, writing, editing, production, and content creation by:Jessica M. Lathrop, M.A. (Ancient & Classical History)Larry Lathrop, M.S. (Data Science + MBA)-- All content in this episode was created by real, human people. Thanks for supporting our channel! -- 📚 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐂𝐄𝐒 & 𝐅𝐔𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 • The Autobiography of Doña Catalina de Erauso - University of Maryland (EADA) • Eva Mendieta, "In Search of Catalina de Erauso" - University of Nevada (2008) • José María González Ochoa, "The Incredible Story of Catalina de Erauso" - National Geographic History • Catalina de Erauso: Original 17th-Century Manuscripts & Records - PARES & Spain’s Ministry of Culture 🏛️ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬Cursed Voices is a weird history podcast and history documentary series where I (Jess) dig into the forgotten stories of unhinged women in history, royal scandals, and the intriguing dark history that standard textbooks leave behind. From ruthless queens to chaotic historical mysteries, join me for the wildest, untold side of history every single week. Thanks for watching! Please subscribe to catch our next episode! 🔥Copyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast. All rights reserved.

    Ep 18 - The Runaway Nun Who Became a Spanish Soldier ⚔️ Catalina de Erauso | Scandals & Strange History

  4. Apr 13

    Ep. 17 - 4 Books That Taught People to Fake Possession | Weird History Explained

    The worst possession hoaxes came with instructions. In the 16th & 17th centuries, some of the most dangerous books were the ones meant to expose demons. Instead, they helped shape fake demonic possession, staged exorcisms, and deadly accusations. This episode explores 4 books linked to the Bilson Boy, Anne Gunter, Sara Williams and the Denham Exorcisms, and Marthe Brossier, showing how fake possession performances could deceive everyone- and even cost innocent lives. ⚠️ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: This episode includes themes involving death, tragedy, violence, and supernatural or potentially disturbing historical events. 🕯️ Down the Rabbit Hole: Explore the episode hub for research notes, location guides, and image credits: https://cursedvoices.com/4-books-fake-possession⁠ ‼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: Some images and historical documents used in this video are public domain, Creative Commons licensed, or included under fair use for commentary, research, and educational analysis. 🖼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: • The Bewitching of Anne Gunter (2000), page 7 – Used as published reference image. James Sharpe. Source: Google Books. • English translation excerpt from Marianne Closson (2022) – Used as translated research quotation. Source: UNA Éditions. Full image URLs and attribution links: https://cursedvoices.com/4-books-fake-possession Public Domain Note: A full list of public domain images used in this episode is included at the above link for clarity and completeness. ⚖️ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: This episode is presented for educational and historical storytelling purposes. While extensively researched, some interpretations reflect legend or evolving narratives. 🏆 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬: Research, writing, and production by Jessica M. Lathrop, M.A. & Larry C. Lathrop, M.S. -- All content created by real people -- 🎙️ 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫: People often ask about the tools we use to produce the show. (We earn a commission from the following links at no extra cost to you.)  Here is our current setup : Microphone: RØDE PodMic USB 👉 https://amzn.to/3Ltw6oB Laptop: ASUS Vivobook S16 with Intel Core i9 👉 https://amzn.to/4pgyFZb Video Editing: Filmora Wondershare 👉 https://cursedvoices.com/filmorawondershare Content Creation: Canva 👉  https://partner.canva.com/cursed-voices Soundproofing: Focusound 24 Pack Acoustic Foam Panels 👉 https://amzn.to/44R00K7 (As An Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.) ✒️ Episode Chapters:00:00 - Fake Possession: A Weird History Documentary01:22 - The Skeptic's Handbook & The Exorcism Hoax06:36 - Witchcraft History: The Tragic Case of Anne Gunter11:05 - The Exorcist's Playbook: History of the Catholic Church16:04 - Marthe Brossier & The Possession Fraud19:22 - Uncovering these Historical Enigmas 📬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐬:  💀 Updates: https://www.cursedvoices.com  📰 Newsletter: https://cursedvoices.com/mythfits/  ☕ Support: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices  📧 Business: cursedvoicesyt@gmail.com Copyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast.

    Ep. 17 - 4 Books That Taught People to Fake Possession | Weird History Explained

  5. Mar 26

    Ep. 16 - Alien Abduction or Troll?! A 1660 Priest's Bizarre Deposition | Weird History Explained

    In 1660, a priest swore his wife was abducted by 'non-humans.' Centuries later, it still baffles the UFO community, historians, and folklorists. Was it a troll, a Swedish Vittra, an alien- or something else? Because one strange encounter that night changed their lives forever. ⚠️ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: This episode includes themes involving death, tragedy, violence, and supernatural or potentially disturbing historical events. 🕯️ Down the Rabbit Hole: If you enjoyed the mystery of the Vittra, you’ll love our deep dive into the 100km+ of 'Devil' footprints that appeared one snowy night in the UK: https://youtu.be/WSgAmWp2_9E 📍 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝: Bring Swedish folklore & dark history to life with this mind-blowing private tour in Stockholm! It's an unforgettable way to experience Sweden's weird history- from elves and trolls to true crime and persecutions. (This is a Viator affiliate link.) ‼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: Some images and historical documents used in this video are public domain, Creative Commons licensed, or included under fair use for commentary, research, and educational analysis. 🖼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: • Northern lights over abandoned meteorological station – CC BY-SA 4.0. Source: Wikimedia Commons. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%D0%9F%D0%BE%D0%BB%D1%8F%D1%80%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5_%D1%81%D0%B8%D1%8F%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5_%D0%BD%D0%B0%D0%B4_%D0%B7%D0%B0%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%BE%D1%88%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D1%8B%D0%BC_%D0%B7%D0%B4%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%D0%BC_%D0%BC%D0%B5%D1%82%D0%B5%D0%BE%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BD%D1%86%D0%B8%D0%B5%D0%B9.jpg Full image URLs and attribution links (including public domain images): https://cursedvoices.com/vittra-priest-deposition Public Domain Note: A full list of public domain images used in this episode is included at the above link for clarity and completeness. ⚖️ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: This episode is presented for educational and historical storytelling purposes. While extensively researched, some interpretations reflect legend or evolving narratives. 🏆 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬: Research, writing, and production by Jessica M. Lathrop, M.A. & Larry C. Lathrop, M.S. -- All content created by real people - not AI -- 🎙️ 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫: People often ask about the tools we use to produce the show. (We earn a commission from the following links at no extra cost to you.)  Here is our current setup : Microphone: RØDE PodMic USB 👉 https://amzn.to/3Ltw6oB Laptop: ASUS Vivobook S16 with Intel Core i9 👉 https://amzn.to/4pgyFZb Video Editing: Filmora Wondershare 👉 https://cursedvoices.com/filmorawondershare Content Creation: Canva 👉  https://partner.canva.com/cursed-voices Soundproofing: Focusound 24 Pack Acoustic Foam Panels 👉 https://amzn.to/44R00K7 (As An Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.) ✒️ Episode Chapters:0:00 - Intro: A Bizarre Historical Mystery1:21 - Swedish Folklore Explained: The Vittra & Troll Mythology3:03 - Disrespecting the Vittra: True Folk Tales & Warnings5:45 - 1660s Swedish History: A Strange Encounter at the Door7:19 - Dark History: The Stranger Demands a Midwife8:59 - The Impossible Journey: Alien Abduction or Interdimensional Beings?9:45 - Delivering the Baby: A Creepy History Event11:28 - Missing Time: Paranormal History & UFO Folklore12:51 - The Reward: A Strange History of Silver Spoons14:08 - The Evidence: Uncovering Hidden History & Legal Documents18:11 - Unsolved Mysteries: Trolls, Aliens, or Just Weird History? 📬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐬:  💀 Updates: https://www.cursedvoices.com  📰 Newsletter: https://cursedvoices.com/mythfits/  ☕ Support: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices  📧 Business: cursedvoicesyt@gmail.com Copyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast.

    Ep. 16 - Alien Abduction or Troll?! A 1660 Priest's Bizarre Deposition | Weird History Explained

  6. Mar 13

    Ep. 15 - This Priest Saved 1800 Witches from the Spanish Inquisition | Dark History

    How did the Basque witch trials spiral into the largest European witch hunt in history? And how did one skeptical priest manage to shut it all down, changing the Spanish Inquisition forever? On this dark history podcast episode, we explore the terrifying Zugarramurdi witch hunt. We uncover how mass hysteria fueled the Logroño trials, and how a single man of faith used logic to save 1,800 accused witches from the flames. ⚠️ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: This episode includes themes involving death, tragedy, violence, and supernatural or potentially disturbing historical events. 🕯️ Down the Rabbit Hole: Explore the episode hub for research notes, location guides, and image credits: [ URL] 📍 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝: Step into the magic of Basque villages along the Spain/French border with this incredible day tour. Check it out HERE. (This is a Viator affiliate link.) ‼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: Some images and historical documents used in this video are public domain, Creative Commons licensed, or included under fair use for commentary, research, and educational analysis. 🖼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: • Navarre in Spain (SVG) – CC BY-SA 3.0. Source: Wikimedia Commons. • Casa de Sefarad – condemned outfit (14784579882) – CC BY-SA 2.0. Photo from Wikimedia Commons. • Inmaculada Concepción, la Colosal (Bartolomé Esteban Murillo) – CC BY-SA 4.0. Source: Wikimedia Commons. • 18.03.28 Inauguración Exposición Murillo, Sevilla (cropped) – CC BY-SA 2.0. Photo from Wikimedia Commons. • AHA_Witches02, AHA_Witches03, AHA_Witches04, AHA_Witches05, and AHA_Witches06 – Images from Brujas, Inquisición y Auto de Fe de Logroño (1610–2010). Source: Laicismo.org. Mixed licensing as published on source page (CC BY-SA 4.0 / Public Domain depending on individual image). Full image URLs and attribution links: https://cursedvoices.com/mass-witch-panic-1610 Public Domain Note: A full list of public domain images used in this episode is included at the above link for clarity and completeness. ⚖️ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: This episode is presented for educational and historical storytelling purposes. While extensively researched, some interpretations reflect legend or evolving narratives. 🏆 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬: Research, writing, and production by Jessica M. Lathrop, M.A. & Larry C. Lathrop, M.S. -- All content created by real people - not AI -- 🎙️ 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫: People often ask about the tools we use to produce the show. (We earn a commission from the following links at no extra cost to you.)  Here is our current setup : Microphone: RØDE PodMic USB 👉 https://amzn.to/3Ltw6oB Laptop: ASUS Vivobook S16 with Intel Core i9 👉 https://amzn.to/4pgyFZb Video Editing: Filmora Wondershare 👉 https://cursedvoices.com/filmorawondershare Content Creation: Canva 👉  https://partner.canva.com/cursed-voices Soundproofing: Focusound 24 Pack Acoustic Foam Panels 👉 https://amzn.to/44R00K7 (As An Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.) ✒️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction: Spanish Inquisition, Fear, and the Logroño Witch Trials 02:00 - The Basque Witch Trials Begin 08:30 - Rumors, Panic, and Mass Hysteria in History 15:45 - Zugarramurdi and the Spread of Witchcraft Accusations 24:30 - Real Witch Hunts and the Machinery of the Inquisition 33:40 - The Auto de Fe at Logroño 42:20 - Historical Witch Trials and Public Spectacle 50:50 - Dark History of the Church and the Power of Fear 60:10 - What the European Witch Trials Reveal About Human Nature 69:30 - Final Thoughts: Creepy History, Historical Mystery, and Scary Lessons 📬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐬:  💀 Updates: https://www.cursedvoices.com  📰 Newsletter: https://cursedvoices.com/mythfits/  ☕ Support: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices  📧 Business: cursedvoicesyt@gmail.com Copyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast. #SpanishInquisition #WitchTrials #DarkHistory #WitchHunt #EuropeanHistory #ScaryHistory #TrueScaryStories #CursedVoices

    Ep. 15 - This Priest Saved 1800 Witches from the Spanish Inquisition | Dark History

  7. Feb 26

    Ep. 14 - The 'Possession' of Marthe Brossier That Almost Destroyed France | Dark History Documentary

    One woman nearly reignited the religious wars of France- with her demonic possession. As scientists scrambled to debunk Marthe Brossier, half of Europe was convinced that she was genuinely possessed. But what REALLY happened? On this dark history podcast episode, we investigate the alleged possession of Marthe Brossier and the first major scientific debunking of the supernatural. We uncover the political plot, the medical tests, and the true story of the woman who almost destroyed France. ⚠️ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: This episode includes themes involving death, tragedy, violence, and supernatural or potentially disturbing historical events. 🕯️ Down the Rabbit Hole: Explore the episode hub for research notes, location guides, and image credits: https://cursedvoices.com/possession-of-marthe-brossier 📍 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝: Want to wander these spooky streets in Paris? We recommend this Ghost, Mysteries & Legends Tour for the full experience. Check it out HERE. (This is a Viator affiliate link.) ‼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: Some images and historical documents used in this video are public domain, Creative Commons licensed, or included under fair use for commentary, research, and educational analysis. 🖼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Full image URLs and attribution links: https://cursedvoices.com/possession-of-marthe-brossier Public Domain Note: A full list of public domain images used in this episode is included at the above link for clarity and completeness. ⚖️ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: This episode is presented for educational and historical storytelling purposes. While extensively researched, some interpretations reflect legend or evolving narratives. 🏆 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬: Research, writing, and production by Jessica M. Lathrop, M.A. & Larry C. Lathrop, M.S. -- All content created by real people - not AI -- 🎙️ 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫: People often ask about the tools we use to produce the show. (We earn a commission from the following links at no extra cost to you.)  Here is our current setup : Microphone: RØDE PodMic USB 👉 https://amzn.to/3Ltw6oB Laptop: ASUS Vivobook S16 with Intel Core i9 👉 https://amzn.to/4pgyFZb Video Editing: Filmora Wondershare 👉 https://cursedvoices.com/filmorawondershare Content Creation: Canva 👉  https://partner.canva.com/cursed-voices Soundproofing: Focusound 24 Pack Acoustic Foam Panels 👉 https://amzn.to/44R00K7 (As An Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.) ✒️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 - Dark Histories Podcast: Intro 01:17 - Scary History: The French Wars of Religion 03:07 - History Podcast: The Edict of Nantes 04:27 - Meet Marthe Brossier (Dark Stories) 06:19 - Faking It: A Demonic Possession True Story 08:53 - The King Intervenes: European History 10:43 - Science Exams on Demons (Weird Facts History) 17:44 - Religious Wars of France: The Catholic Outrage 18:49 - The 'How-To' Exorcism Manual: Hidden History 20:00 - Crazy History Stories: The Rome Kidnapping 22:25 - A Strange Dark and Mysterious Ending 📬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐬:  💀 Updates: https://www.cursedvoices.com  📰 Newsletter: https://cursedvoices.com/mythfits/  ☕ Support: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices  📧 Business: cursedvoicesyt@gmail.com Copyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast.

    Ep. 14 - The 'Possession' of Marthe Brossier That Almost Destroyed France | Dark History Documentary

  8. Feb 11

    Ep. 13 - Gilles de Rais: Innocent or First Serial Killer in the World? | Historical True Crime Stories

    He was executed as a serial killer who allegedly spiraled after Joan of Arc's death. But history reveals a different story- was he actually innocent? Let's dive into the dark history behind one of the world's worst serial killers- so YOU can decide if this is one historical true crime story told horribly wrong. ⚠️ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: This episode includes themes involving death, tragedy, violence, and supernatural or potentially disturbing historical events. 📍 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝: To get the 'full' experience, check out the Château de Tiffauges' Bluebeard night festivals in July and August! They lean pretty heavily into the folklore, but it was Gilles de Rais' primary residence! Check it out HERE. (They handle these bookings directly, but we'd love to hear how you like it!) ‼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: Some images and historical documents used in this video are public domain, Creative Commons licensed, or included under fair use for commentary, research, and educational analysis. 🖼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:• Pied Piper (Historic Fairy Tale Postcard) – CC BY 2.0. From the Jack Zipes Historic Fairy Tale Postcard Collection. Photo courtesy of MCAD Library (2023).• Gilles de Retz (historical mixed-media figure) – CC BY-SA 3.0. Sculpture by George S. Stuart (2007). Full image URLs and attribution links: https://cursedvoices.com/gilles-de-rais-first-serial-killer Public Domain Note: A full list of public domain images used in this episode is included at the above link for clarity and completeness. ⚖️ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: This episode is presented for educational and historical storytelling purposes. While extensively researched, some interpretations reflect legend or evolving narratives. 🏆 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬: Research, writing, and production by Jessica M. Lathrop, M.A. & Larry C. Lathrop, M.S. -- All content created by real people - not AI -- 🎙️ 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫: People often ask about the tools we use to produce the show. (We earn a commission from the following links at no extra cost to you.)  Here is our current setup : Microphone: RØDE PodMic USB 👉 https://amzn.to/3Ltw6oB Laptop: ASUS Vivobook S16 with Intel Core i9 👉 https://amzn.to/4pgyFZb Video Editing: Filmora Wondershare 👉 https://cursedvoices.com/filmorawondershare Content Creation: Canva 👉  https://partner.canva.com/cursed-voices Soundproofing: Focusound 24 Pack Acoustic Foam Panels 👉 https://amzn.to/44R00K7 (As An Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.) ✒️ Episode Chapters:00:00- Intro: Noble Lineage & Nepo Baby: Gilles de Rais and Joan of Arc History 03:15- The Timeline of Triggers: From War Hero to Dark History 06:30- The Parental Lock: Extravagance & The King's Decree 09:45- Turn To The Medieval Occult: Alchemy & Demon Summoning 13:00- Crossing The Final Line: The Castle Siege & Kidnapping 16:15- Inquisitio Infamiae: Historical True Crime Stories & The Investigation 19:30- Two Possible Truths: Medieval Serial Killers or Political Plot? 22:45- Power & Money: The Duke of Brittany's Land Grab 26:00- Ulterior Motives Or Justice? Hidden History of the Trial 29:15- The Potential Crime Window: Examining the Timeline Flaws 32:30- Three Sets of Confessions: Servants vs. Clergy 35:45- Speed-Run Inquisition: Heresy Trial Irregularities 39:00- High Stakes, High Pressure: The Threat of Torture 42:15- Confession or Coercion? The Detailed Admission 45:30- Sentencing & Execution: The End of Gilles de Retz 48:45- Was He A Monster -or- A Victim? Unsolved Mysteries Conclusion 📬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐬:  💀 Updates: https://www.cursedvoices.com  📰 Newsletter: https://cursedvoices.com/mythfits/  ☕ Support: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices  📧 Business: cursedvoicesyt@gmail.com Copyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast.

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Step into the archives, where history whispers through the cursed and the forgotten. Cursed Voices is a dark history podcast unearthing scary history from the shadowy corners of the past. From European folklore and unsolved mysteries to medieval history and cursed artifacts, we explore history's mysteries and dark stories that textbooks leave behind. If you crave spooky history deep-dives that blur the line between myth and chilling reality, you're so very welcome here. We drop new episodes every Thursday. Follow us... and let the past speak.

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