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In 1973, Jack and Janet Smurl move into a modest duplex in West Pittston, Pennsylvania, hoping for a fresh start. What follows is more than a decade of escalating disturbances: strange smells, disembodied voices, levitations, physical assaults, and eventually, a demonic entity said to stalk the family even outside their home. With no help from the Catholic Church, the Smurls turn to controversial paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, who declare their house the site of one of the most terrifying hauntings they've ever encountered. But was it really a case of supernatural torment—or something else entirely? This is the true story that inspired The Conjuring: Last Rites, in theaters 2025. Keep up with Conspiracy Theories! YouTube: ⁠@ConspiracyTheoriesPodcast⁠ Instagram: ⁠@theconspiracypod⁠ TikTok: ⁠@conspiracy.pod⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Synopsis Paranormal Investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren played by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga think they are retired from ghost busting, but just when you think you're out, the demons pull you back in. The Smurl family in Pennsylvania start experiencing malevolent supernatural happenings after the grandfather gives a terrible birthday gift to the second oldest daughter. A broken mirror. Gee thanks Grandpa. The hauntings ramp up and soon it is apparent that a demon is infesting the house. The Warrens reluctantly engage with the Smurls and soon find out that the demon has actually lured them into a trap.  Review of The Conjuring: Last Rights This is the ninth installment in the Conjuring Universe films, 11th if you include Wolves at the Door and Curse of La Llarona. In my opinion, if you've seen one, you've seen them all. That's not to say that this movie is bad. This movie along with all the other conjuring movies is competently made, maintains a consistent style, and has good acting. My criticism is that like the other films, this one prioritizes atmosphere and technique over substance. A beef I have with these movies is that they all suffer from what I call spooky house syndrome, where every house is dimly lit with 25 watt bulbs, and is suffering from a concerning amount of mold damage and electrical problems. Are they trying to scare us with ghosts or the horrors of home ownership? Similarly, the script is competent, but surface level. I can't tell you anything about the personalities of any of the characters outside of the tired tropes of “the protective father”, and the “brat sister”.  What the film does well is display some of the most professional turning around acting I've ever seen. After four films as Lorraine Warren, Vera Farmiga has perfected the art of slowly turning her head for effect. It works so well at establishing the tension that they do it about 178 times in this film. The film makers know you are coming for tension and jump scares, so that's what they prioritize here. There are some really great scenes of creepy dolls, whispered voices, and foreboding darkness that are masterclasses in technique. However they are all interchangeable and do little to move the story forward other than just increase the intensity.  Score 6/10

Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss the Smurl haunting, how to craft a good scare, and the conclusion to one of the most profitable horror franchises of all time, The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025).   Show Notes: Housekeeping (5:40) Back of the Box/Recommendations (16:05) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (21:10) Rotten Tomatoes (72:40) Cooter of the Week (81:25) What We've Been Watching (87:45) Hotline Scream: (101:35)   Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop

It's all come down to this!! One final matchup between the Warren's and the first demon they ever encountered. The Conjuring: Last Rites is in theaters now and Sequel Rights is here with a brand new episode to breakdown the shocking ending! Star ratings help us build our audience! Please rate/review/subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen, and share us with your own personal Father Useless! Email us at sequelrights@gmail.com with feedback or suggestions on future franchises!

The case that ended it all.The Conjuring: Last Rites is a 2025 American supernatural horror film directed by Michael Chaves and written by Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick. The film is the 4th main and ninth installment in The Conjuring Universe. Serves as the final chapter in the mainline continuity.Based on the true-life investigations of the Smurl haunting case, the film stars Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, who reprise their roles as paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, along with Mia Tomlinson and Ben Hardy.00:00 Intro 15:01 Mount Rush-Horror28:22 Horror News 42:40 What We've Been Watching58:15 Film Review2:08:10 Film Rating2:16:48 Outrohttps://www.instagram.com/drawonelastbreathpodcast/https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/draw-one-last-breath-horror-podcast/id1397610263www.horrorhangout.co.ukPodcast - https://fanlink.tv/horrorhangoutPatreon - http://www.patreon.com/horrorhangoutFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/horrorhangoutpodcastX - http:/x.com/horror_hangout_TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@horrorhangoutpodcastInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/horrorhangoutpodcastBen - https://x.com/ben_errington​​​Andy - https://www.instagram.com/andyctwrites/Matt - https://www.instagram.com/mattcarts18/Paul - https://www.instagram.com/butcherspics/Audio credit - Taj Eastonhttp://tajeaston.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehorrorhangout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A mediados de los años 80s en Pennsylvania, la familia Smurl conformada por 8 miembros, decidió contactar a Ed y Lorraine Warren, esto tras vivir mas de 10 escalofriantes años acechados por la maldad pura.Sin embargo lejos de lo que pudo haberse esperado, los Warren decidieron abandonar el caso pues sus habilidades y conocimientos no eran suficientes para combatir a lo que fuera que estaba atacandolos.¿Se trata de un caso genuino o algo más que nunca supimos estaba ocurriendo?Tratemos de averiguarlo esta noche.¡No te lo pierdas y no olvides regalarnos tu like, suscribirte y comentar, eso ayuda muchísimo!YA DISPONIBLE EL CONTENIDO EXCLUSIVO EN PATREON:http://patreon.com/nochesdeterror
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The Conjuring returns in the fourth and final installment of the franchise and it feels like a natural continuation thanks to the return of Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren. After watching the movie last night, in my opinion, the movie is terrifying, emotional, thrilling, pure horror magic and it's a must-see epic conclusion. Rebecca and I went into a deep conversation about her role in the movie, some behind the scenes secrets, and what it was like to film a movie based on a true haunting. What she had to say about all of that is justly remarkable. The details given in this interview explain a lot about the haunting and what actually happened. Brace yourselves for a phenomenal interview with gifted and wonderful Rebecca Calder as she delivered one of these best roles in The Conjuring Universe. In my humble and honest opinion, the ‘Smurl Case' is the darkest in the series because in the 1980s the whole country was on edge with everything going on: serial killers, more hauntings being reported across the United States, The Berlin Wall, and much more. Senses were heightened and spirits are drawn to that.

The latest and final (?) Conjuring movie, The Conjuring: Last Rites, is in theatres now. And with no intention of actually seeing the movie, Mike and Keith decided to delve into what ACTUALLY happened. I don't think they will need to dramatize much for the movie, because the true story is extremely messed up. Send your scary stories to: mikeohhello@gmail.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatchapterpodcast   Business enquires : thatchapter@night.com Merch : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://that-chapter-shop.fourthwall.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No episódio de hoje conto a história da família Smurl, que nos anos 80 teve sua vida quase destruída por influência de demônios. O caso foi tão sério que chamou atenção do casal Warren, os famosos investigadores paranormais!〰️

The Conjuring: Last Rites is a 2025 American supernatural horror film directed by Michael Chaves and written by Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick. The film is the ninth installment in The Conjuring Universe. Based on the true-life investigations of the Smurl haunting,[6] the film stars Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, who reprise their roles as paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, along with Mia Tomlinson and Ben Hardy.The Conjuring: Last Rites was released in the United States on September 5, 2025. The film received mixed reviews to positive reviews from critics, and has grossed $194 million against a $55 million budget.

Invocação do Mal 4: O Último Ritual já está em cartaz nos cinemas brasileiros. A nova aposta da famosa saga de horror, estrelada por Vera Farmiga e Patrick Wilson, se passa cinco anos após os eventos de Invocação do Mal 3: A Ordem do Demônio. Ed e Lorraine estão aposentados da carreira de exorcistas, uma decisão motivada, em grande parte, pelo ataque cardíaco sofrido por ele. Apesar disso, continuam circulando em universidades para ministrar palestras. No entanto, a calmaria não dura muito. Eventos perturbadores os obrigam a retornar à ativa mais uma vez: o caso da família Smurl.Nesse episódio, Robledo Milani e Renato Marafon falam sobre o terror Invocação do Mal 4: O Último Ritual. Dê o play e divirta-se!

This week we're witnessing the end of an era with The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025). We unpack how the film handles the Warrens' swan song, reflect on its balance between family drama and supernatural dread, and dig into whether it truly sticks the landing as a franchise finale. In this episode's b-side, we break down the real Smurl family haunting, debate the credibility of the Warrens' involvement, and consider the absurdities of haunted duplex living.This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 40:57. Mentioned in the Episode Spooky Season Join the (New)Blood Drive Be True to Your Ghoul 101: Welcome to Hack or Slash University! Watch the Movie The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025) Mentioned in the Episode Cases / Paranormal Lore Smurl family haunting The Amityville Horror (case overview) “The Devil Made Me Do It” trial (Arne Cheyenne Johnson) Related Episodes The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021) The Conjuring 2 (2016) Rewind: The Conjuring (2013) The Conjuring (2013) The Nun (2018) The Nun 2 (2023) Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. Support the Show on Patreon We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We're looking forward to your arrival! Join our Discord Server Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, hackorslash.live. Special Thanks We want to give a special thanks to these patrons for continuing to make this show possible Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

On this chilling episode of The Wandering Road, we dive into one of the most infamous and unsettling hauntings in American history: the Smurl Family haunting. From 1974 to 1989, Jack and Janet Smurl and their children endured years of terrifying disturbances in their West Pittston, Pennsylvania duplex—encounters that ranged from unexplained noises and foul odors to violent attacks and apparitions.We'll explore how the haunting began subtly before escalating into something darker, drawing in neighbors, media attention, and even famed demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren. Was the Smurl family truly tormented by malevolent forces, or was there another explanation behind their nightmarish ordeal?Join us as we unravel the accounts of the haunting, the investigations that followed, and the lingering mystery that continues to haunt paranormal circles today.Support the showSOCIAL MEDIATwitter: @TWRoadpodcastIG: twroadpodcastWant to be a guest or share your paranormal experiences? Email us!twroadpodcast@gmail.com

C'est en Pennsylvanie que se déroule cette histoire qui a marqué à tout jamais le destin d'une petite famille ordinaire. Lorsque Jack et Janet tombent amoureux en 1967, ils sont loin d'imaginer ce que l'avenir leur réserve. Ils se marient en 1968, emménagent immédiatement ensemble, et leur petite vie démarre avec pour seule ombre au tableau, un déménagement forcé. Mais très vite, non pas un mais 4 esprits frappeurs vont terroriser la famille.. Feu de Camp est un podcast NRJ, écrit et incarné par Taous Merakchi. Une production disponible sur l'application et le site NRJ rubrique podcast, et sur toutes les plateformes d'écoute.Production : Anne-Cécile Kirry Réalisation : Cédric le Doré Graphisme : Marlène Boulère et Guillaume Mermet Si vous avez aimé cet épisode, n'hésitez pas à nous laisser des étoiles ou des commentaires. Et pour être au courant de la sortie des nouveaux épisodes, abonnez-vous au flux sur votre plateforme préférée !Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

In the quiet Pennsylvania town of West Pittston, the Smurl family believed they had found their dream home. But soon after moving in, strange sounds, foul odors, and disturbing apparitions began to plague their lives. What followed was a decade-long ordeal of violent attacks, unexplained phenomena, and desperate pleas for help. The case drew national attention when famed investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren became involved, claiming the family's home was under siege by a powerful demonic presence. Skeptics argued it was stress or fabrication, while believers saw it as one of the most terrifying hauntings in modern history. Join us as we revisit the chilling Smurl Family Haunting and examine the evidence, the controversy, and the lingering questions it left behind.

This episode we chat Ryan's run in with a baby field mouse, gym goals for the fall, and uncover the true story behind The Conjuring: Last Rites. We discuss the horrific case of the Smurl family, that suffered unimaginable evil within the walls of their Pennsylvania home. This ultimately became one of The Warren's most sinister cases.

The Boo Crew welcomes back the visionary Michael Chaves, director of The Conjuring: Last Rites, in theaters September 5th. In this exclusive in-studio conversation, Chaves unpacks the emotional and terrifying conclusion to the Ed and Lorraine Warren saga. From the chaos of the infamous Smurl haunting, to haunted sets, and the intensity of working with Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson one last time! This is a full-access pass to one of the most anticipated horror events of the year.  The Boo Crew Podcast episode 458..now slaying! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Smurl Family Haunting This week, we dive deep into one of the most documented cases of demonic oppression in modern history - the Smurl haunting. We explore how a working-class Catholic family's dream of stability turned into a 14-year nightmare when they moved into a duplex in West Pittston, Pennsylvania in 1973. What started as subtle oddities like an impossible-to-clean carpet stain and a mysteriously exploding television quickly escalated into violent physical attacks, levitation, and encounters with shadowy figures that would test the family's faith to its breaking point. We discuss the role of the infamous Ed and Lorraine Warren, who documented weeks of paranormal activity, including physical assaults, sexual encounters with demonic entities, and the presence of multiple spirits alongside a powerful demon. Patreon⁠⁠⁠: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Shop Merch⁠⁠⁠: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Want to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Episode Keywords: Smurl haunting, demonic possession, Ed and Lorraine Warren, West Pittston Pennsylvania, paranormal activity, haunted house, ghost stories, supernatural phenomena, poltergeist activity, Catholic exorcism, demonic oppression, paranormal investigation, true ghost stories, haunted duplex, demonic entities, spiritual warfare, paranormal podcast, horror stories, unexplained phenomena, paranormal encounters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this unnerving installment of Byte, we sit down with Ben Hardy and Mia Tomlinson—stars of The Conjuring: Last Rites—for a Zoom interview provided by Warner Bros. The actors portray Tony Smurl and Judy Warren, a real-life couple who moved into a duplex in West Pittston, Pennsylvania, only to face a series of escalating paranormal events: foul odors, slamming doors, dragged furniture, phantom voices, unexplained bruises—and something far more sinister lurking in the shadows. Hardy and Tomlinson share what it was like to speak directly with the real Tony and Judy, and how those conversations shaped their performances. They reflect on stepping into the emotionally charged world of the Conjuring franchise, working alongside horror legends Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, and collaborating with director Michael Chaves, whose joyful energy helped balance the darkness of the story. Commercial-Free + Companion Video Available on Sci-Fi Talk Plus

The Trudge Report takes a chilling turn as Shawn, Bill, Corey, and Greg welcome a very special guest, Chris McKinnell—grandson of legendary paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. In this episode, the guys dive deep into real-life hauntings, the truth behind The Conjuring films, and Chris's work with the Warren Legacy Foundation. From eerie stories of hospice experiences to the infamous Smurl haunting, this conversation blends the paranormal with raw honesty and practical insight. Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, Chris's authenticity and decades of experience will leave you questioning the line between the seen and unseen.Hello friends and welcome back to a very special part 1 episode of Trudge Report. We had the absolute pleasure of having an interview with Chris McKinnnell, grandson of famed paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, who has been a paranormal investigator for over 40 years himself. In part 1 Chris discusses everything from the Warren Legacy Foundation, real cases of exorcism, how paranormal investigations work, The Conjuring movies and much more. Chris was an awesome guest and we could have talked with him for hours. We hope you enjoy this episode and please remember to listen and watch out for episode 2 which will be dropping next week.You can follow or reach out to Chris on these handles:Facebookfacebook.com/warrenlegacyfoundationOfficial Websitewarrenfiles.comInstagraminstagram.com/warrenfilesPinterestpinterest.com/The_Warren_FilesPatreonpatreon.com/thewarrenlegacyfoundationYouTubewww.youtube.com/@TheWarrenFilesEmailwarrenlegacyfoundation@gmail.comDon't forget to like, share, rate, and download the podcast on all of your listening platforms. Check out and subscribe to our YouTube channel, @trudgrereportpod, for other content surrounding sports and trending topics. Trudge on good people. Contact the Guys:Instagram: @trudgereportpodFacebook: Trudge ReportTikTok: trudgereportpodYouTube: @trudgereportpod

Hey Boos, join us today as we discuss the ghosts of St. Ignatius Hospital in Colfax, Washington! Before we get into that, we talk about our thoughts on the new movie Weapons. Then we get into the history of St. Ignatius, the ghosts, and the pop culture surrounding it. For our Boo Crew Moment of the Week, Emily tells us about the Smurl family in preparation for the new Conjuring movie. We would love to interact with you, send us an email or DM us on Instagram or Facebook! Follow us on Instagram - boo.busters.podcastFollow us on Facebook - Boo Busters PodcastFollow us on TikTok - boo.bustersEmail us - boo.busters.podcast@gmail.com

En este video te contamos la historia real del caso Smurl, uno de los casos paranormales más impactantes investigados por Ed y Lorraine Warren, donde una familia Smurl aseguró vivir en una casa embrujada en Pennsylvania. Aunque los Warren intervinieron, este fue uno de los pocos casos no resueltos, lo que ha generado muchas dudas sobre su autenticidad. ¿Se trató de una verdadera posesión demoníaca? ¿O fue un caso en el que los Warren fracasaron? Analizamos los sucesos inexplicables reales, los intentos de exorcismos reales y cómo este hecho podría ser la inspiración real de El Conjuro 4. Si te apasionan los casos paranormales documentados, las películas de terror basadas en hechos reales, y las investigaciones paranormales como las que aparecen en la saga del Conjuro, no te pierdas este análisis donde desmenuzamos cada detalle del caso Smurl explicado, y debatimos si realmente fue una experiencia de terror basado en hechos reales o simplemente una leyenda más dentro del mundo de lo oculto.El caso paranormal que los Warren NO resolvieron: La verdad del Caso Smurl¿Fracaso de los Warren? El lado oscuro del Caso SmurlLa historia real detrás del Conjuro 4: ¿Qué pasó con la familia Smurl?¿Engaño o posesión real? El misterioso caso Smurl explicadoLos Warren y su caso más difícil: ¿Qué salió mal con los Smurl?Conjuro 4: ¿Por qué el Caso Smurl sería el más aterrador de todos?

Experience the eeriness from one of Americas most infamous hauntings... The Smurl family moved into a duplex in a quaint town in Pennsylvania. What they experienced was OUT of this world. A horrific haunting, the ghosts in the home tormented them. Ed & Lorraine Warren arrived and believed the house was evil, a demonic presence was there... But the public wasn't so sure, was this really the most disturbing haunting in history? What do you think? Episodes labeled 'STORYTIME' are fictional stories. Episodes labeled 'MYSTERY' 'CASE' & 'HAUNTING' are real cases, true encounters & real life events Business Inquires | averyannross@gmail.com Want this episode EARLY & AD FREE? Join the PATREON Make sure you are following along for all the latest! INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK TIKTOK 

This week Taylor dives into the story behind the new Conjuring movie, The Conjuring: Last Rites. It's based on the haunting of the Smurl family in PA. Savannah tells us the wild tale of the Hook Island Sea Monster in Australia. Thanks for listening!! Email us your stories!!! or if you want to sponsor us ;) Email - ⁠⁠⁠mysteriesmythslegends@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ SAVANNAH'S ESTY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/SavannahAngelene⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We post pictures of our stories every week on instagram!!!!FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: Tiktok: @myths_podcast Instagram: @myths_podcast Facebook: Mysteries, Myths, and LegendsTaylor's Instagram: @teeelive Savannah's Instagram: @kavannahaha 

The Smurl family thought they had found their dream home until the sounds started . For over a decade , they calmed they were haunted by something hark and violent . Ed and Lorraine Warren called di tone of their most disturbing cases. Was it real or was it something else ? Tune in and bring a candle.

Between 1974 and 1989, the quiet suburb of West Pittston, Pennsylvania became the epicenter of one of America's most controversial and terrifying hauntings. The Smurl family claimed their humble duplex was under siege by a malevolent force—one that growled through walls, hurled furniture, and even assaulted family members. Their story gained national attention when famed paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren declared it a case of true demonic infestation. Priests, sceptics, psychologists, and the media all weighed in—but the family never wavered in their belief that something evil lived within their home. OBSCURATA - Apple Spotify AmazonThe BOOKBY US A COFFEEJoin Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUPSubscribe to our PATREONEMAIL us your storiesJoin us on INSTAGRAMJoin us on TWITTERJoin us on FACEBOOKVisit our WEBSITEResearch Links:https://www.poconorecord.com/story/news/2009/08/19/family-says-demons-haunted-their/52283007007https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/the-haunting-of-west-pittston/article_37e1d794-f58f-5bb2-b8e5-d0dc9d22295d.htmlhttps://www.timesleader.com/archive/267349/news-687432-smurl-family-sticks-to-story-of-hauntinghttps://www.dreadcentral.com/news/34246/exclusive-interview-the-smurl-familyhttps://www.pennlive.com/news/2017/10/the_smurl_haunting_the_case_of.htmlhttps://www.phillyvoice.com/true-horror-story-smurl-family-haunting-ed-lorraine-warrenhttps://www.grunge.com/406593/the-true-story-behind-the-haunting-that-inspired-the-smurl-hauntinghttps://books.google.com/books/about/The_Haunted.html?id=QjhFAAAACAAJhttps://skeptoid.com/episodes/4712https://allthatsinteresting.com/smurl-family-hauntingThanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again on Wednesday.Sarah and Tobie xx"Spacial Winds," Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licenced under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licencehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/;;;SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textToday on the Wheel of Crime Podcast, Jenn and Em discuss one of Ed and Lorraine Warren's famous case, the Smurl family haunting.Support the show

Neste episódio, um caso de assombração sinistro que foi investigado pelo casal Warren, o caso da família Smurl! Episódio dedicado ao nosso amigo Ander Navarro que nos deixou hoje. === ACESSE NOSSO CANAL NO YOUTUBE ===https://www.youtube.com/@paranormalfm=== LOJA DE CAMISAS OFICIAS PNFM ===https://reserva.ink/paranormalfm=== APOIE O PARANORMAL FM ===Quer se tornar um apoiador deste projeto e nos ajudar a continuar melhorando a qualidade, além e se tornar uma peça importante na viabilização muitos outros projetos em diferentes mídias? Entre no nosso Apoia-se e faça parte da família Paranormal FM!https://apoia.se/paranormalfm=== Siga Paranormal FM nas redes sociais ===Instagram, Twitter e Facebook: @ParanormalFMEmail: paranormalfmpodcast@gmail.comSiga e avalie o Paranormal FM nas plataformas de streaming!Apresentação: Fernando Ribas e Leonardo MarquesVinhetas e Formato: Fernando RibasEdição: Athelas Soluções em ÁudioPauta: Elizabeth FariasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Smurl Family Haunting Part 2lets delve back into the smurl family haunting , on the last episode we learned that the smurls were being haunted by three spirits and ,,,,, a demon !!!

Robin and Adam proudly present Episode 312 of Scary(ish)! In this episode, Robin covers a haunting that took place over the better part of two decades that will also serve as the story for the Conjuring 4: Last Rites. Listen, Share, Subscribe, and Review!

Today i will be delving into the smurl family haunting ,  a creepy story that lasted over 15 years and possibly longer , Her is the link for the book I used for my source https://amzn.eu/d/9URokKGi believe this movie is being adapted into a new conjouring movie , but it did have a straight to tv movie way back in the 90s called the haunted , here is the link if you would like to give it a watch , its dated , but good https://www.youtube.com/watch?embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bing.com%2F&embeds_referring_origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bing.com&source_ve_path=MTY0NTA2LDE2NDUwMw&v=qpidJuzr5Q4&feature=youtu.beand here is a random video from my instagram account ,https://www.instagram.com/bizarre_tales_with_dave_/reel/C-GcxmoMyuU/

Perhaps But Maybe Not dives into the eerie case of the Smurl family haunting, where things go bump in the night—and maybe worse. A steamy affair takes a dark turn, Bubba and the crew are still knee-deep in mutant lizard mayhem, and one son's suspicion that his father is an alien spirals into a shocking conclusion. It's another twisted ride through the bizarre, the unsettling, and the just plain weird. [EP 570]

Tonight, we're stepping into a world where the darkest corners of human nature collide with forces we can't quite explain. This episode is all about true crime cases that twist into the supernatural—murders, trials, and hauntings where the line between evil deeds and otherworldly influence blurs. We're diving into four chilling tales: the infamous Amityville Horror, Arne Cheyenne Johnson's “Devil Made Me Do It” trial, the unsolved Villisca Axe Murders, and the Smurl family's demonic ordeal. These aren't just campfire stories—they're real cases that left investigators, families, and entire communities grappling with questions no one can fully answer.   Picture this: a man guns down his family, and the house he leaves behind becomes a nightmare of voices and apparitions. A brutal stabbing leads to a courtroom defense of demonic possession. An axe-wielding killer vanishes, but the echoes of his victims linger in a cursed home. A family fights an unseen tormentor for 15 years, claiming it's hell-bent on their destruction. We've got the gritty details—court records, witness accounts, and expert takes from cops, paranormal investigators, and skeptics alike. Is this just human horror with a spooky twist, or could something truly sinister be at play?  We'll see you on the inside.. ---- TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - Shadows of Evil: True Crime & The Supernatural 1:14 - Intro 2:33 - https://holler.baby/thefreakydeaky  4:03 - Dabbling Into True Crime  4:53 - My Son Looks Like Joe Rogan From The Back  5:25 - The Amityville Horror House  7:23 - ScareBNB (Don't Steal My Idea)  14:51 - Do You Believe The Amityville Horror Account?  15:53 - What Lingers After Tragedy?  18:46 -  Arne Cheyenne Johnson: The Devil Made Me Do It Trial 24:46 - Was Arne Johnson Possessed?   25:24 - Schizophrenia & The Supernatural Is Episode 250  28:33 - Can You Sense Personality Shifts In People?  31:36 - The Villisca Axe Murders (Trigger Warning?) 31:53 - Hey YouTube, Fight Me.  34:23 - Christian Alienates The Female Audience  36:23 - This Show Is 83% Sarcasm (Study It)  39:53 - Zak Bagans Is a Plague  42:13 - Orbs Are Dust 99.9999999% Of the Time, Folks  43:23 - Who Goes To Off A Family With No Weapon..  45:13 - Most Ghost Hunter Shows Are Cringy & Unbelievable  47:49 - The Smurl Family Haunting  48:33 - Scott Knows Music, Mmk? 50:13 - Impossible To Get Rid of The Warrens  53:59 - Smurl Case: Psychological Strain or Supernatural Experience? 54:13 - Why Video Evidence Is Untrustworthy These Days 57:23 - Notorious Haunted Houses Next Week 58:31 - Outro  _____________________________________________ +PRODUCERS: Eric Long, Daniel Heng, Anthony M,  +BECOME A PRODUCER: http://bit.ly/3WZ3xTg +BUY A $9 SHOUT-OUT: https://holler.baby/thefreakydeaky The Twilight Zone meets Mystery Science Theatre 3000 meets an uncomfortable Thanksgiving dinner conversation with your in-laws. TFD is a weekly paranormal comedy podcast featuring real ghost stories, Cryptid lore discussions, and true paranormal experiences hosted by believer/skeptic in-laws. Recorded in an undisclosed location somewhere in the beautiful woods of Wasilla, Alaska. +SUBMIT YOUR (TRUE) STORY: —Email: thegang@thefreakydeaky.com   —Voicemail: 801-997-0051  +WEBSITE & MERCH: —Website: www.thefreakydeaky.com  —Merch: www.thefreakydeaky.com/store  +JOIN THE DISCUSSION: —TFD Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/tfdfb   —Instagram: https://bit.ly/2HOdleo   —Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ebSde6 

Before Hollywood brings this terrifying tale to the big screen, the Smurl family lived it. For over 15 years, they were tormented by a relentless, malevolent force that defied logic—and resisted exorcism. Shadow figures, levitation, attacks, and a darkness that followed them wherever they fled. In this episode, bestselling author Rebecca F. Pittman joins me to reveal the terrifying true events behind The Conjuring 4: Last Rites, drawn from her chilling new book, The History and Haunting of the Smurl Family Horror. This isn't just another ghost story. It's one of the most documented—and disturbing—paranormal cases in modern history. Get the book here: https://amzn.to/4c2RfxZ Supernatural Siege: The Smurl Haunting - The Paranormal 60 Keep up with Dave's Paranormal 360 Radio Show on WCCO Radio here: https://apple.co/3PuVubW Order Dave's book here: https://bit.ly/TheaterOfTheMind SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW Factor Meals - Get 50% off your first order & Free Shipping at www.FactorMeals.com/factorpodcast and use code: FactorPodcast at checkout Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to www.MintMobile.com/P60 Shadow Zine - https://shadowzine.com/ Tarot Readings with Winnie Schrader - http://lovelotustarot.com/ PLEASE RATE & REVIEW THE PARANORMAL 60 PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN! #Paranormal60 #Conjuring4 #SmurlFamily #RebeccaFPittman #TrueHaunting #EdAndLorraineWarren #Demonology #HauntedHomes #Paranormal #Supernatural #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this 174th episode, Taylor looks into the Smurl haunting case along with further discussion on demonic possession and exorcisms.Welcome to the unexplored history and mystery of the Cryptid realm!Join Taylor and Reuben as they uncover and discuss this unknown world of species that is borderline on what's real and impossible.Check out our home base - CryptidClues.ca - for more information on us and our episodes, including access to our blog! Be sure to also check out our Patreon home for early ad-free and exclusive episodes! https://www.patreon.com/cryptidclues--------------------------- The following music was used for this media project:Music: Soundbed#2 by Lilo SoundFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/6357-soundbed2License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://electronicmoods.com/Music: Drama Intro 2 (Döner) by Sascha EndeFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/416-drama-intro-2-donerLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://www.sascha-ende.deThe following music was used for this media project:"Stay the Course" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Welcome to HorrorLand" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Supernatural by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4446-supernaturalLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license"Midnight Tale" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Not As It Seems by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4144-not-as-it-seemsLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSkye Cuillin by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4371-skye-cuillinLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseOutro Sound Solo Ep:"Feral Angel Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Shadowlands 2 - Bridge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Morning Routine by Ghostrifter Official | https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-officialMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/Some sound effects from freesfx.co.ukSound Effect by David Dumais from PixabaySound Effect by daub_audio from Pixabay

Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamIN THIS EPISODE: It might be lesser-known that Amityville, or the hauntings of the Smurl family, or numerous other investigations made famous by Ed and Lorraine Warren, but a small home in Connecticut is one of the most terrifying and well-documented cases of the paranormal in recent history. SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Lindley Street Poltergeist” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/jbntafrsVIDEO: Paul Eno Talks About The Bridgeport Haunting: https://weirddarkness.com/paul-eno-talks-about-the-bridgeport-haunting/BOOK: “The World's Most Haunted House: The True Story of the Bridgeport Poltergeist on Lindley Street” by William Hall: https://amzn.to/3vJXuBcWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: May 07, 2021CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/LindleyStreetHaunting

The Smurl family thought they had found their dream home in West Pittston, Pennsylvania, but their lives quickly turned into a nightmare. They were haunted by dark shadows, foul smells, violent attacks, and even demonic manifestations. Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren were called to help, but the controversy surrounding this case led many to question its validity. Was the Smurl haunting the result of a demonic presence, or was it something else? We examine the terrifying events that plagued the family and the investigations that followed.

The Smurl family thought they had found their dream home in West Pittston, Pennsylvania, but their lives quickly turned into a nightmare. They were haunted by dark shadows, foul smells, violent attacks, and even demonic manifestations. Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren were called to help, but the controversy surrounding this case led many to question its validity. Was the Smurl haunting the result of a demonic presence, or was it something else? We examine the terrifying events that plagued the family and the investigations that followed.

⚠️ Haunting Warning: This two-part series might just invite hauntings into your life, because it sure did for us! ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains subject matter that discusses graphic and disturbing content, including sexually explicit details of the entity's attacks, so please listen with caution. Prepare yourselves for a deeply chilling dive into one of the most harrowing cases of demonic possession and paranormal torment—the Smurl family haunting. In this episode, we recount the unimaginable horrors this family endured: physical assaults, terrifying manifestations, and relentless demonic oppression. Not only did this investigation stir up something dark for the Smurls, but it followed us home too.  In this episode, the final part of a two part series, we're coming to you straight from the swamp—literally! Dressed as Shrek and Fiona, we're setting the mood for spooky season. The Smurl family fought for their lives as they became trapped in a house possessed by a demon, with horrors escalating from eerie noises to full-blown attacks. The involvement of Ed and Lorraine Warren couldn't even drive the terror out overnight. Can you survive listening to their story?

You know how it goes—another day, another haunting! In this episode, things get seriously spooky as we dive deep into one of the most terrifying hauntings ever—The Smurl Family Possession! You've heard of haunted houses, but this demonic case from Pennsylvania is terrifying, malevolent and down right frightful. The Smurl Family was tormented by a dark, malevolent entity that took over their home, turning their lives into a nightmare filled with violent levitations, eerie whispers, and full-on attacks. The hauntings escalated and after blessings by the local priest proved insufficient, Janet Smurl sought the help of Ed and Lorraine Warren (yes, those Warrens from The Conjuring) to investigate. But even the famous demonologists couldn't guarantee safety in this possession saga that gets darker and more twisted by the minute. Will the Smurl family make it out of this haunting alive, or are they destined to battle demons forever? On a lighter side, we're also sharing some fun personal paranormal experiences, including our unplanned matching pajama moment (hello, one brain cell) and our witchy adventure at Deadwick's Emporium in Portsmouth, NH. From tea leaf readings by Jezmina, a Romani fortune-teller to creepy ghost tours of the town's haunted streets.

It was the 1980s when a family — forced to move to West Pittston, Pa., because of Tropical Storm Agnes — began to be tormented by supposed demonic entities in their home. Join “Today in Pa.” host, Claudia Dimuro, for a first-ever, special episode of “Paranormal Pa.” covering Pennsylvania's very own “Amityville Horror” — the Smurl haunting. 

When the Smurl family moves into a supposed haunted house in Pittston, Pennsylvania, they experience a wide variety of unexplained phenomenon. They eventually contact the husband and wife ghost hunting team, Ed and Lorraine Warren, for assistance. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss how to monetize your family's haunting, the made for TV version of The Conjuring, and the questionable nature of Ed and Lorraine Warren's business practices in, The Haunted (1991).   Show Notes: Housekeeping () Back of the Box/Recommendations () Spoiler Warning/Full Review () Rotten Tomatoes () Trivia () Cooter of the Week () What We've Been Watching () News: () Hotline Scream: ()   Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop

Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p83udf8IN THIS EPISODE: In 1974, the Smurl family was tormented by supernatural forces so intense, the haunting even withstood intervention by demonologists. Who or what was behind the terrifying oppression of this previously normal Pennsylvania family? (The Demonic Torture of the Smurl Family) *** 
There are numerous tales of ships simply disappearing without a trace. Some are never heard from again… others have created legends that terrify sailors to this day. (Ghost Ships Lost at Sea) *** Weirdo family member Jan Daniels relates events that happened to her on a new job – with odd happenings in the women's restroom among other things! (Scarecrows and Towel Dispensers) *** In 1992, runners came across a gruesome discovery in a South Wales state park… a dead body. But it was only the beginning of what quickly became a string of murders by a serial killer. (The Australian Backpacker Murderer) *** 
Azrael is known by many names in numerous cultures… but he is most famously, or infamously known as the angel of destruction. And not only are his powers terrifying – so is his appearance. (Azrael: The Angel of Destruction)SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Ghost Ships Lost at Sea” by Elizabeth Lundin: http://bit.ly/2K0h0TY“Azrael: The Angel of Destruction” by Nathan Gibson: http://bit.ly/2JWkIOk“The Demonic Torture of the Smurl Family” by Jacob Shelton: http://bit.ly/32PYAhl“Scarecrows and Towel Dispensers” by Weirdo family member Jan Daniels“Australian Backpacker Murderer” by Catherine Phalan: http://bit.ly/2YpkYPcWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: July 24, 2019CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/smurlfamily/

IN THIS EPISODE: Stories of “wild men”–people who live ferally in nature as any wild animal would do–have been a part of our myths and legends since the dawn of civilization. But they don't live just in ancient lore… according to the reports, they are being seen even today, despite the modern and technological world surrounding them. (Wild Men In The Hills) *** In 1974 the Smurl family began a 15-year period of terror by an unknown entity. (The Smurl Family Tormentors) *** Weirdo family member John Parish discovers something strange going on in his home's wood shop. (Woodworking Ghost) *** One of the problems with cryptids such as Bigfoot or Sasquatch is that they leave very little evidence behind of their existence. Their cousin the Yowie leaves even less evidence behind – on the verge of none. But that doesn't mean there isn't any evidence. (Tracks of the Kempsey Creature)YOUTUBE CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS…00:00:00.000 = Title Story Preview and Show Open00:04:04.557 = Weird Darkness, “Wild Men In The Hills, Part 1”00:10:30.927 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Demon Spirit” (October 31, 1974)00:56:57.032 = Weird Darkness, “Wild Men In The Hills, Part 2”01:06:04.648 = Beyond Midnight, “Paxtons House” (November 08, 1968)01:32:22.926 = Weird Darkness, “Wild Men In The Hills, Part 3”01:42:37.584 = The Black Mass, “An Evening's Entertainment” (October 31, 1964)02:14:51.776 = Weird Darkness, “The Smurl Family Tormentors”02:25:52.387 = Box 13, “Blackmail Is Murder” (September 05, 1948)02:54:59.745 = Weird Darkness, “Tracks Of The Kempsey Creature”03:05:59.713 = Weird Darkness, “Woodworking Ghost”03:09:42.244 = Show CloseSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Wild Men In The Hills” by Sarah P. Young for Ancient Origins http://bit.ly/2BIiSwC and Micah Hanks for Mysterious Universe: http://bit.ly/2WmoIgY“The Smurl Family Tormentors” by Jacob Shelton for Ranker: http://bit.ly/32PYAhl“Woodworking Ghost” by Weirdo family member John Parish“Tracks of the Kempsey Creature” by Paul Cropper for The Fortean: http://bit.ly/32ZgptIWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: June 29, 2024RETRO RADIO LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/wild-men-in-the-hills/

IN THIS EPISODE: Bugs. Spiders. All manner of creepy crawlies raise goosebumps for many. But even those who have no natural fear of insects might run in terror if they see one the size of a human being. And that is exactly what people around the world have been reporting. (Giant Bugs and Mantis Men) *** In 1974, the Smurl family was tormented by supernatural forces so intense, the haunting even withstood intervention by demonologists. Who or what was behind the terrifying oppression of this previously normal Pennsylvania family? (The Demonic Torture of the Smurl Family) *** There are numerous tales of ships simply disappearing without a trace. Some are never heard from again… others have created legends that terrify sailors to this day. (Ghost Ships Lost at Sea) *** Weirdo family member Jan Daniels relates events that happened to her on a new job – with odd happenings in the women's restroom among other things! (Scarecrows and Towel Dispensers) *** In 1992, runners came across a gruesome discovery in a South Wales state park… a dead body. But it was only the beginning of what quickly became a string of murders by a serial killer. (The Australian Backpacker Murderer) *** Azrael is known by many names in numerous cultures… but he is most famously, or infamously known as the angel of destruction. And not only are his powers terrifying – so is his appearance. (Azrael: The Angel of Destruction) *** When you hear the words “Loch Ness” you immediately think of Nessie – the Loch Ness Monster. But this deep, lengthy body of water in Scotland is known for other strange creatures – including what some are reporting as a giant bird of prey. (Loch Ness Monster-Sized Owl) *** At just 14 years old, Jesse Pomeroy became the youngest convicted murderer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. What would drive a boy so young to such brutal crimes? (The Fiend of Boston) *** When you sit down to a good ghost story, you expect horrors, terrifying encounters, frightening situations… but not all ghosts are malevolent. In fact, some appear to take solace from beyond the grave by reaching out to those still living to help them, even rescue someone or save a mortal's life. (Ghosts To The Rescue)YOUTUBE CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS…00:00:00.000 = Title Story Preview and Show Open00:04:53.470 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Mind Over Matthew” (October 21, 1974)00:51:00.631 = Weird Darkness, “Giant Bugs and Mantis Men, Part 1”01:01:08.061 = The Black Museum, “French-English Dictionary” (Air Date Unknown)01:26:01.687 = Weird Darkness, “Giant Bugs and Mantis Men, Part 2”01:44:26.794 = The Mysterious Traveler, “House of Death” (January 30, 1944)02:13:39.507 = Weird Darkness, “The Demonic Torture of the Smurl Family”02:22:46.648 = Obsession, “Compartment Car 92: Paranoia Death House Express” (Air Date Unknown)02:48:25.916 = Weird Darkness, “Ghost Ships Lost At Sea, Part 1”02:54:16.131 = Origin of Superstition, “Throwing Salt” (Air Date Unknown)03:10:18.169 = Weird Darkness, “Ghost Ships Lost At Sea, Part 2”03:20:03.190 = Weird Darkness, “Scarecrows and Towel Dispensers”03:23:13.681 = The Price Of Fear, “Fish” (Air Date Unknown)03:53:36.691 = Weird Darkness, “Australian Backpacker Murders”04:02:42.307 = Quiet Please, “Some People Don't Die” (December 08, 1947) – poor audio quality04:28:02.763 = Weird Darkness, “Azrael: The Angel of Destruction”04:35:29.258 = Weird Darkness, “Ghosts To The Rescue”04:47:17.943 = Weird Darkness, “Loch Ness Monster-Sized Owl”04:52:08.921 = Weird Darkness, “The Fiend of Boston”05:00:02.068 = The Sealed Book, “Queen of Cats” (June 24, 1945)05:29:35.065 = Show CloseSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Giant Bugs And Mantis Men” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/32UKawc“Ghost Ships Lost at Sea” by Elizabeth Lundin: http://bit.ly/2K0h0TY“The Demonic Torture of the Smurl Family” by Jacob Shelton: http://bit.ly/32PYAhl“Scarecrows and Towel Dispensers” by Weirdo family member Jan Daniels“Australian Backpacker Murderer” by Catherine Phalan: http://bit.ly/2YpkYPc“Azrael: The Angel of Destruction” by Nathan Gibson: http://bit.ly/2JWkIOk“Loch Ness Monster-Sized Owl” by Nick Redfern: http://bit.ly/2LI4FXJ“The Fiend of Boston” by Stephanie Almazan: http://bit.ly/2GwpX6B“Ghosts To The Rescue” by Inigo Gonzalez: http://bit.ly/2K3q36uWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: June 23, 2024RETRO RADIO LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/giant-bugs-mantis-men-smurl-family-demon/

Today, I dive into the terrifying world of exorcism, exploring two of the most famous cases in America. First, I explore the disturbing and relentless haunting experienced by the Smurl family, whose claims of demonic activity captured national attention. Then, I unravel the events surrounding Roland Doe, the real-life inspiration for "The Exorcist," where a young boy's torment led to one of the most documented exorcisms of the 20th century. Slayin' It! with Juliet Landau

On August 19, 1986, a curious news item appeared in the Wilkes-Barre Times Leader regarding the home of West Pittston, PA family Jack and Janet Smurl. The couple claimed, for more than eighteen months their home had been a battleground of spiritual warfare that included everything from ghosts wandering the halls and tormenting the family dog to demons attacking the children and even sexually assaulting the adults in the house.The article in the Times Leader began a weeks-long fascination with the family and their ordeal, drawing reporters from all over Pennsylvania and the surrounding states, and eventually attracting the attention of self-proclaimed demonologist and psychic medium Ed and Lorraine Warren. At first, the Smurls' claims of demonic infestation were taken seriously by the church, many members of the press, and countless of the Smurls neighbors. As time wore on, however, the inability of both the Smurls and the Warren's to produce any evidence of their supposed haunting led many to believe the claims were just a hoax perpetrated by the family for attention and fame. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On August 19, 1986, a curious news item appeared in the Wilkes-Barre Times Leader regarding the home of West Pittston, PA family Jack and Janet Smurl. The couple claimed, for more than eighteen months their home had been a battleground of spiritual warfare that included everything from ghosts wandering the halls and tormenting the family dog to demons attacking the children and even sexually assaulting the adults in the house.The article in the Times Leader began a weeks-long fascination with the family and their ordeal, drawing reporters from all over Pennsylvania and the surrounding states, and eventually attracting the attention of self-proclaimed demonologist and psychic medium Ed and Lorraine Warren. At first, the Smurls' claims of demonic infestation were taken seriously by the church, many members of the press, and countless of the Smurls neighbors. As time wore on, however, the inability of both the Smurls and the Warren's to produce any evidence of their supposed haunting led many to believe the claims were just a hoax perpetrated by the family for attention and fame. Thank you to David White for research assistance ReferencesCitizen's Voice. 2017. John James Smurl obituary. June 23. Accessed July 5, 2023. https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/citizensvoice/name/john-smurl-obituary?id=15953106.—. 1986. "Ghosdt briefing turns into shouting match." The Citizen's Voice, August 26: 5.—. 1986. "Haunted family nregotiating movie deal." The Citizen's Voice, September 6: 2.Collins, Jim. 1986. "West Pittston Mystery: Is basis murder or mishmash." Scranton Times, August 22: 3.—. 1986. "If you like sideshows, there's one close to home." Times-Tribune, August 31: 23.—. 1986. "Screen exorcist Jason Miller visits site of demonic doings." Times-Tribune, August 22: 3.Corbett, Steve. 1986. "Family: Home is under siege by evil spirits." Times Leader, August 19: 1.Curran, Robert. 1988. The Haunted: One Family's Nightmare. New York, NY: St. Martin's Press.—. 1986. "Brain surgery revelation casts demon dwelling doubts." The Scrantonia, August 24: 15.—. 1986. "Smurls credit prayers of many with cleansing house of demons." The Tribune, October 27: 3.DeAndrea, Francis. 1986. "Different kind of scare job." Times-Tribune, August 30: 3.Kurtz, Paul. 1987. "A case study of the West Pittston 'haunted' house." The Skeptical Inquirer 11 (Winter): 137-146.Lancaster New Era. 1986. "Scientists, priest skeptical about 'demons' in house." Lancaster New Era, August 23: 1.Morning Call. 1986. "Demons: Exorcisms fail to end family's nightmare." The Morning Call, August 22: 3.Porter, Jill. 1986. "A demon by any other name." Philadelphia Daily News, August 29: 2.Rotstein, Gary. 1986. "Bedeviled: Town is divided over 'haunted' family." Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, August 25: 1.Shurmaitis, Dawn. 1986. "Demonologist says family is 'under attack'." Times Leader, August 19: 12.Singleton, David. 1986. "Publicity has cost haunted family." Danville News, August 23: 1.Trosky, Pat. 1986. "Are ghosts haunting West Pittston family?" Citizen's Voice, August 20: 3.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.