Episode 121 – The Ouija Board Episode

Everyone remembers their first sleepover seance in grade school, with the help of the Parker Bros’-owned ‘oracle’: the Ouija board. But why are so many people so scared of a party game? We’re making contact with the Talking Board Historical Society for more on...
Episode 109 – La-Bas

Episode 109 – La-Bas

In 1891, French popular author JK Huysmans scandalized the public with his novel La-Bas, a sultry and sleazy story surveying sex, shame, and Satanism. What inspired him to delve into such outrageous material — and why did so many people take him seriously?...
Episode 108 – Hellfire Clubs

Episode 108 – Hellfire Clubs

In the mysterious annals of Satanism, you still sometimes hear whispers of England’s infamous Hellfire Clubs, where the rich and powerful gathered to worship the devil… or at least, that was the gossip at the time. In reality, the only spirits most of the clubs...
Episode 106 – Satanic Small Businesses

Episode 106 – Satanic Small Businesses

When you’re done doing the devil’s work, where is the payday? More and more Satanists are going into business for themselves these days, so to help make sure they get their devil’s dues, we’re highlighting some of their volatile ventures. Also, Satanic Bay Area...