Morbid Echoes of the Unsettling

Morbid Echoes of the Unsettling

Step into the dark corners of history and the human mind with Morbid Morbid: Echoes of the Unsettling is a series that explores the eerie, unsettling, and macabre. From true crime and cults to haunting mysteries and gothic literature, each episode delves into a different morbid fascination that has captivated people for generations. Through chilling historical accounts, shocking true crime cases, and eerie works of fiction, Morbid uncovers the strange allure of death, mystery, and the unknown. Why are we so drawn to the sinister and the grotesque? What drives people to commit horrifying acts, and how do these stories shape our culture? Each episode takes you deeper into the world of the unsettling—whether it’s the gruesome crimes of Ed Gein, the eerie beauty of L’Inconnue de la Seine, or the psychological grip of cult leader Jim Jones. We also explore macabre literature, from Edward Gorey’s darkly humorous alphabet of death to Stephen King’s terrifying short story, The Monkey. Blending true crime, history, and gothic storytelling, Morbid is a chilling journey through some of the most infamous and mysterious tales ever told. Prepare to be intrigued, horrified, and captivated.

Episodes

March 12, 2025 29 mins
"The Temple of Final Whispers: The Jonestown Tragedy" is a narrative podcast episode by Lucien Graves for his series "MORBID." The piece examines the 1978 Jonestown Massacre, where over 900 members of the People's Temple died in a mass murder-suicide. Graves analyzes Jim Jones's transformation from a charismatic preacher advocating for social justice to a manipulative cult leader, exploring the psychological mechanisms he used to c...
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This explores the mysterious story of "L'Inconnue de la Seine," presented as a podcast episode narrated by the fictional Lucien Graves. It examines how the death mask of an unidentified young woman pulled from the Seine River in the 1880s became a cultural phenomenon. The narrative traces her transformation from anonymous drowning victim to artistic muse who inspired countless writers and artists, and her surprising second life as ...
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This narrative presents "The Gruesome Crimes of Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield" in the voice of fictional podcaster Lucien Graves for his show "Shadows of History." The piece explores Ed Gein's disturbing life and crimes, from his isolated upbringing under his domineering mother to his grave robbing and eventual murders. It examines the psychological factors behind his actions, details the discovery of his horrific trophies mad...
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