“Death is the great equalizer, the common denominator of all lives.”
Carlos Ruiz Zafón, The Shadow of the Wind
From the Grim Reaper cloaked in black, to shadowy figures that linger in hospital rooms, the image of Death has haunted human imagination for centuries. Cultures around the world have personified death—as angels, riders, omens, and even animals—all trying to make sense of what lies beyond the veil.
In this episode, listen in as M reads chilling, true stories from people who believe they’ve come face-to-face with Death itself.
Story 1: Lincoln's Doppleganger
Story 2: I think I saw Death
Story 3: The Angel
Story 4: The Man in the Hat and Patient One
Story 5: I Saw Death in the Hospital
Story 6: I Saw Death and the Man it Took
Story 7: Death on the Highway
Story 8: Woman's Best Friend
Credits:
The Legends of Lincoln's Ghost
Lincoln’s Doppleganger- http://wesclark.com/jw/doppleganger_lincoln.htmlThe Grim Reaper- 🔗 https://www.britannica.com/topic/Grim-Reaper
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Sound Effect by HorrorScapes from Pixabay
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