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Down the Crooked Path

Down the Crooked Path

By: Amanda Joy
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Welcome to "Down the Crooked Path," where the shadows of history, folklore, and mystery converge. Hosted by Amanda Joy, this podcast explores the world’s most chilling tales and unanswered questions, from unsolved crimes and eerie legends to the dark corners of human nature. Each episode delves deep into the stories that haunt small communities, challenge our understanding, and push us to question the forces beyond our comprehension. Whether it’s tracing forgotten lore, unraveling strange disappearances, or confronting the unknown, "Down the Crooked Path" invites you to journey into the enigmas that shape our world. Keep questioning, keep exploring, and walk the path where answers aren't always what they seem.

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Episodes
  • The Bell witch: Truth, Terror and Folklore
    May 22 2025

    Step into the shadows of history and uncover one of America’s most chilling paranormal legends—the Bell Witch. In this episode of Down the Crooked Path, we dive deep into the eerie events that haunted the Bell family in early 19th-century Tennessee. Was it a vengeful spirit? A curse? Or something even more sinister?

    From unexplained voices to violent attacks, the Bell Witch tormented a family and left behind a legacy of fear that still lingers today. Amanda Joy explore the terrifying accounts, the historical records, and the theories behind this enduring mystery. Join in as the truth behind the legend is unraveled—if you dare.

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    32 mins
  • Christopher Case: Fear and Fate
    May 15 2025

    Christopher Case: Fear and Fate | Down the Crooked Path Podcast

    Did fear itself seal Christopher Case’s fate? In this gripping episode of Down the Crooked Path, host Amanda Joy unravels the eerie mystery surrounding Case’s tragic death—a story tangled in paranoia, ancient curses, and unexplained phenomena. When Christopher began receiving chilling warnings of impending doom, his life took a dark and terrifying turn.

    As his fear escalated, so did the bizarre circumstances surrounding his final days. Was he the victim of supernatural forces beyond comprehension, or did his own mind betray him? We explore Case’s descent into paranoia, the historical significance of curses, and the psychological weight of fear itself.

    Join us as we uncover the unsettling details of this haunting case, blending true crime, folklore, and psychological intrigue to paint a vivid portrait of fate at its most mysterious.

    🔍 Keywords: Christopher Case, paranormal mystery, supernatural curse, true crime podcast, eerie deaths, unexplained phenomena, psychological horror, mysterious fatalities 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!

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    30 mins
  • Mercy Lena Brown’s Story: The Last American Vampire
    May 8 2025

    In 1892, the small town of Exeter, Rhode Island, became home to one of the most infamous vampire cases in American history. Mercy Brown, a young woman who succumbed to tuberculosis, became the center of a desperate and chilling ritual—one designed to stop what her family believed was a supernatural force draining their lives.

    But was Mercy truly a vampire? Or was her story a tragic intersection of outdated medical practices and deep-rooted folklore? In this episode, we explore how tuberculosis fueled vampire legends, the shocking exhumation of Mercy’s body, and the lasting impact of her tale on both medical advancements and vampire mythology.

    🔍 Topics Covered:

    • Tuberculosis in the 19th century and its misunderstood effects
    • How disease contributed to vampire folklore
    • The ritual performed on Mercy Brown and its significance
    • Connections between Mercy Brown and Dracula
    • The evolution of vampires in mythology and pop culture
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    35 mins

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