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Cursed Voices: Dark History and Unsolved Mysteries

Cursed Voices: Dark History and Unsolved Mysteries

By: 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.Cursed Voices: Jess Lathrop, M.A. and Larry Lathrop, M.S. World
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  • Ep. 12 - Vrykolakas: A Real Zombie in Mykonos History or Greek Urban Legend? | Dark History Podcast

    Ep. 12 - Vrykolakas: A Real Zombie in Mykonos History or Greek Urban Legend? | Dark History Podcast
    Feb 4 2026
    In 1701, a French scientist documented a living nightmare. The Vrykolakas wasn't just a Greek myth: it was a walking corpse that seemed to defy death.On this dark history podcast episode, we open the journals of Joseph Pitton de Tournefort to investigate one of the strangest real vampire stories in Mykonos history. Was it mass hysteria, ancient curses, or the darkest chapter of Greek folklore?⚠️ 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/vrykolakas-zombie📍 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝: Want to learn more about Mykonos' history in person? This Private Small-Group Tour of Mykonos for the golden treatment, or if you're coming from a cruise, this Mykonos Excursion tour is more affordable but every bit as incredible! (These are Viator affiliate links.)‼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 & 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞:Some images and historical documents used in this video are public domain, Creative Commons licensed, or included under fair use for commentary, research, and educational analysis.🖼️ 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞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:• Roman Christian cross pendant (1700–1899) – CC BY-SA 4.0. Oxfordshire County Council, photo by Anni Byard (2011).• Djerba synagogue courtyard – CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo by Mohammed90m (2017).• Midsummer in Kilpisjärvi, Lapland – CC BY 2.0. Photo by Ninara (2022).• Iznik pottery, Istanbul Archaeological Museums – CC BY-SA 2.0. Photo by Carole Raddato (2023).• Mykonos, Greece – CC BY 2.0. Photo by Bengt Nyman (2017).• Byzantine Greek incense burner – CC0 / Public Domain. Photo by Gary Todd (2016).Full image URLs and attribution links: https://cursedvoices.com/vrykolakas-zombiePublic 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/3Ltw6oBLaptop: ASUS Vivobook S16 with Intel Core i9 👉 https://amzn.to/4pgyFZbVideo Editing: Filmora Wondershare 👉 https://cursedvoices.com/filmorawondershareContent Creation: Canva 👉 https://partner.canva.com/cursed-voicesSoundproofing: Focusound 24 Pack Acoustic Foam Panels 👉 https://amzn.to/44R00K7(As An Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.)✒️ Episode Chapters:00:00 – Intro: The Vrykolakas of Mykonos: A Real Zombie in Greek Folklore 01:41 - Joseph Pitton de Tournefort: The French Botanist's Eyewitness Account 04:21 - The Cursed Corpse: Origins of a Scary Urban Legend 07:10 - What is a Vrykolakas? Real Vampire Stories vs. Folk Horror 11:16 - The Exhumation Ritual: A Gruesome Moment in Scary History 13:31 - Mass Hysteria Cases: When a Village is Paralyzed by Terror 15:58 - Fire and Ash: Solving a Historical Mystery📬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐬: 💀 Updates: https://www.cursedvoices.com 📰 Newsletter: https://cursedvoices.com/mythfits/ ☕ Support: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices 📧 Business: cursedvoicesyt@gmail.comCopyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast.
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    18 mins
  • Ep. 11 - Grey Lady of Glamis Castle: A Witch Trial That Shocked Scotland | Dark History, True Scary Stories

    Ep. 11 - Grey Lady of Glamis Castle: A Witch Trial That Shocked Scotland | Dark History, True Scary Stories
    Jan 28 2026
    Was Lady Janet Douglas a witch, or just a mother- burned alive by a vengeful King, allegedly doomed to walk the halls of Glamis Castle forever?On this dark history podcast episode, we dive into the Douglas feud, the ruthless King James V, and Scotland witch trials to reveal the cruel fate of Lady Glamis, the legendary Grey Lady ghost- one of the true scary stories behind the most haunted castle in Scotland.⚠️ 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/grey-lady-glamis📚 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬: Special thanks to The Glamis Castle Archives at Strathmore Estates (Holding) Ltd. for permission to use the following materials:- "Historical depiction of Lady Glamis being burnt at the stake, painted by Jeanie Lindsay in the late 19th century, from The Earl of Strathmore’s Game Book, Vol.194," © Strathmore Estates (Holding) Ltd. Used with permission.- "Manuscript extract from the books of the High Court of Justiciary of the Acts and Conviction against Janet Dowglas, Lady Glamis, and her son, Lord John Glamis" © Strathmore Estates (Holding) Ltd. Used with permission.Note: These materials are visible in the podcast/youtube video portion of this episode ONLY.‼️ 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:• Arms of the House of Douglas of Glenbervie (Earls of Angus) – CC BY-SA 4.0. Illustration by Euryrel (2022).• Edinburgh Castle from Princes Street – CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo by Luxury Herring (2014).• Castle Howard Chapel – CC BY 3.0. Photo by Mdbeckwith (2014).• Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, Scotland – CC BY-SA 2.0. Photo by Bryan… (2018).• Glamis Castle – CC BY-SA 2.0. Photo by Darrin Antrobus (2012).• Potion and book display (The Making of Harry Potter, 2012) – CC BY 2.0. Photo by Karen Roe (2012).• Burning at the stake (19th-century illustration) – CC BY 2.0. Source: Mullica (2016).Full image URLs and attribution links: https://cursedvoices.com/grey-lady-glamisPublic 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 --✒️ Episode Chapters:00:00 The Legend of the Grey Lady Ghost 00:52 Who was Janet Douglas, Lady Glamis? 02:18 Margaret Tudor and the Douglas Family Feud 03:17 Clan Douglas VS King James V 05:20 A King’s Grudge: The Douglas Vendetta Begins 07:33 The Fall of Lady Glamis: Scotland Witch Trials12:44 The Forced Confession of John Lyon 14:40 Tragic Execution at Edinburgh Castle16:13 The Paranormal History of Glamis Castle 18:21 Sighting by Rose Constance Bowes-Lyon20:53 Scottish Folklore: The Ghosts of Edinburgh Castle 22:20 Conclusion: The Dark Truth📬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐬: 💀 Updates:⁠ https://www.cursedvoices.com⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠ https://cursedvoices.com/mythfits/⁠ ☕ Support:⁠ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices⁠ 📧 Business: cursedvoicesyt@gmail.comCopyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast.#GlamisCastle #DarkHistory #WitchTrials #HauntedScotland #CursedVoices #HistoryPodcast #TrueScaryStory #UnsolvedMysteries #ScaryHistory #ScottishHistory #TudorHistory #ScottishFolklore #GhostStories
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    23 mins
  • Ep. 10 - Miramare Castle: The Habsburg Curse That Ended An Empire | True Scary Stories & Unsolved Mysteries

    Ep. 10 - Miramare Castle: The Habsburg Curse That Ended An Empire | True Scary Stories & Unsolved Mysteries
    Jan 27 2026
    How did a castle built for love weave a trail of destruction through the Habsburg empire? The tragic curse of Miramare Castle is darker than you think. On this scary history podcast episode, we unearth the cursed history of the House of Habsburg and histories mysteries behind this royal bloodline.⚠️ 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/miramare-castle-curse📍 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝: You can check out the elegant beauty of this cursed castle for yourself with this Miramare Castle Entrance Ticket and learn a bit more about the history behind the mystery. (This is a Viator affiliate link.) It's an incredible site in Trieste, Italy, well worth a visit if you're nearby.‼️ 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:• Castello di Miramare, Trieste – CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo by Diego Baglieri (2009).• Aerial view of Chapultepec Castle – CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo by ProtoplasmaKid (2024).• Mercury escaped (illustration) – CC BY 4.0. Illustration by Tavo Romann (2017).• Gasser M1870 revolver – CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo by DoroshenkoE (2015).• File used by Luigi Lucheni – CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo by KirchenMusiker1800 (2022).• Maximilian’s bedroom, Miramare Castle – CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo by Zairon (2014).• Charlotte’s bedroom, Miramare Castle – CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo by Zairon (2014).• Miramare Castle interior (room view 1) – CC BY-SA 3.0 / GFDL. Photo by Aconcagua (2009).• Miramare Castle interior (room view 2) – CC BY-SA 3.0 / GFDL. Photo by Aconcagua (2009).• Miramare Castle interior (room view 3) – CC BY-SA 3.0 / GFDL. Photo by Aconcagua (2009).• Miramare Castle interior (room view 4) – CC BY-SA 3.0 / GFDL. Photo by Aconcagua (2009).• Bedroom, Miramare Castle – CC BY-SA 3.0. Photo by MatthiasKabel (2009).• Miramare Castle and Gulf of Trieste – CC BY-SA 3.0. Photo by Airin (2003).Full image URLs and attribution links: https://cursedvoices.com/miramare-castle-cursePublic 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 --✒️ Episode Chapters:00:00 - Intro: The Curse of Castello di Miramare Trieste 01:06 - Archduke Maximilian & the House of Habsburg 02:16 - Building a Dream Home: Miramare Castle History 03:25 - Maximilian I of Mexico & Empress Carlota’s Tragic Love Story 06:21 - The Mexican Trap: A Turning Point in European History 09:47 - The Mad Empress: Carlota’s Descent into Darkness 12:17 - The Body Count Rises: Victims of the Habsburg Curse 14:15 - Mayerling Incident: A Historical Mystery & Royal Tragedy 18:01 - Archduke Franz Ferdinand & the Curse that Changed the World 21:55 - Modern Victims of This Haunted Castle of Italy 📬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐬: 💀 Updates: https://www.cursedvoices.com 📰 Newsletter: https://cursedvoices.com/mythfits/ ☕ Support: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cursedvoices 📧 Business: cursedvoicesyt@gmail.comCopyright © 2026 Cursed Voices Podcast.#MiramareCastle #Habsburg #DarkHistory #ScaryHistory #UnsolvedMysteries #HauntedCastles #CursedVoices #HistoryPodcast #TrueScaryStories #CursedPlaces #TragicEvents #HabsburgCurse #CastelloMiramareTrieste
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    27 mins
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