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October 30, 2024 20 mins

In this spine-tingling episode of Terror Talk Podcast, Shannon and Cathy take a deep dive into the paranormal with discussions on The Deliverance and Demon House. We explore the “true” stories that inspired these productions and analyze their portrayals of possession and demonic hauntings.

From the Indiana family who believed their home was a portal to hell (The Deliverance) to Zak Bagans’ investigation of the “most authenticated case of possession in American history” (Demon House), this episode balances skepticism and belief, offering psychological insights into the impact of such stories on individuals and communities.

What You'll Hear in This Episode:

  1. The Deliverance (2024):

    • The terrifying true story that inspired this paranormal thriller.
    • IMDB Synopsis: An Indiana family discovers strange, demonic occurrences that convince them and their community that the house is a portal to hell.
    • Our take on the film’s acting, direction, and depiction of possession.
  2. Demon House (2018):

    • A breakdown of Zak Bagans’ controversial documentary.
    • IMDB Synopsis: Paranormal investigator Zak Bagans documents the most authenticated case of possession in American history.
  3. Psychological Analysis:

    • How possession stories shape cultural beliefs about the paranormal.
    • The psychology of fear and its role in fueling these narratives.
  4. Shannon & Cathy’s Personal Reactions:

    • Did these productions effectively capture the terror of possession?
    • Which story resonated most, and why?



What’s your take on possession and paranormal hauntings? Do you believe these stories are true or exaggerated for entertainment?

Let us know using the hashtags:
#ParanormalPsychology #TruePossession #TerrorTalkPodcast #TheDeliveranceMovie

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