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S1E1: Ireland’s First Witch Hunt: The Rise and Fall of Dame Alice Kyteler

Dame Alice Kyteler, a wealthy widow with a trail of dead husbands, was accused of invoking demons and practicing dark magic, making her Ireland’s first condemned witch. Whispers of secret rituals, poisonous potions, and unholy pacts spread, fueled by the Church’s wrath and her enemies’ envy. As her servant confessed to bizarre, occult rites under torture, the trial spiraled into a macabre spectacle, cementing Kyteler’s place as a dark sorceress in Irish legend.

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S1E2: Queen Anula of Anuradhapura: Sri Lanka’s first femme fatale ruler

Queen Anula of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s first female ruler, left a bloody trail of poisoned husbands in her quest for power. During her short five-year reign in the 1st century BC, she eliminated at least four consorts to govern the kingdom of Rajarata on her own. In a time of war, treachery, and unstable rule, Anula’s ruthless ambition made her reign one of the most notorious and murderous in ancient history.

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S1E3 Fátima 1917: The Day the Sun Stunned the World

The Miracle of the Sun, which occurred in Fátima, Portugal in 1917, is a controversial event surrounded by claims of a miraculous solar phenomenon witnessed by a large crowd. Witnesses reported seeing the sun dance, emit colors, and move towards the Earth. The Catholic Church recognizes the event as a miracle, while skeptics offer alternative explanations, citing inconsistencies in eyewitness accounts, natural atmospheric effects, and psychological factors.

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S1E4: Anne Bonny and Mary Read: The Pirate Duo That Rocked the Seas

Anne Bonny, the infamous female pirate of the early 18th century, is both celebrated and shrouded in mystery, with her life detailed through Captain Charles Johnson’s A General History of the Pyrates. The narrative delves into her murky origins, her notorious partnership with John “Calico Jack” Rackham, and her dramatic capture and trial. Adding to the intrigue, historical debate swirls around Bonny’s sexuality and her rumored relationship with fellow pirate Mary Read, blending fact with speculation to paint a complex portrait of her legacy.

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S1E5: Paranormal Mythbuster: The Life of Harry Price

Harry Price, a bold British parapsychologist, made his name by exposing fraudulent mediums and unraveling paranormal mysteries with the flair of a stage magician. From debunking the eerie hauntings of Borley Rectory to dismantling the illusions of infamous mediums like Eva Carrière, Price’s relentless pursuit of truth shook the world of spiritualism. His controversial investigations, including bizarre feats like fire-walking and the Indian rope trick, earned him both fame and fierce criticism as he battled against the supernatural frauds of his time.

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S1E6: Oom the Magnificent: America’s First Yogi

Pierre Bernard, famously known as “Oom the Magnificent,” captivated early 1900s America with his mysterious blend of yoga and tantra, luring upper-class women and celebrities into his orbit. Despite his shadowy origins, Bernard built a reputation as a charismatic yogi, training figures like boxer Lou Nova and founding exclusive spiritual organizations. His controversial teachings on tantra stirred whispers, but his influence on American alternative spirituality left a lasting, provocative legacy.

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S1E7: Max Théon: The Hidden Force Behind Western Mysticism

Max Théon, a shadowy occultist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, delved deep into mystical practices and secret societies. Founder of the Hermetic Brotherhood of Luxor and leader of the Cosmic Movement, he shared his esoteric journey with his equally enigmatic wife, Alma. Théon’s influence rippled through Western occultism, linking him to prominent figures like H.P. Blavatsky and shaping the later teachings of Sri Aurobindo, cementing his legacy in the world of mysticism.

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S1E8: Antônio Vilas-Boas: The UFO Encounter that Shook Brazil

In 1957, Brazilian farmer Antônio Vilas-Boas claimed he was abducted by extraterrestrials while working his fields at night, igniting one of the first widely publicized alien abduction stories. He described a glowing, egg-shaped craft descending from the sky, forcing him to flee before being taken aboard. Though many skeptics believe his tale was a hoax, Vilas-Boas steadfastly maintained his shocking encounter with alien beings until his death, leaving a lasting mark on UFO lore.

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S1E9: The Real-Life Inspiration for “The Exorcist “

In the late 1940s, the chilling case of 14-year-old “Roland Doe,” allegedly possessed by demonic forces, shocked the public as priests documented terrifying exorcisms. While some saw these events as proof of the supernatural, others have since argued that mental illness, deception, or misinterpretation fueled the spectacle. This haunting tale inspired The Exorcist and continues to ignite fierce debates about the nature of possession and the human mind.

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S1E10: Mesmerism: The 18th-Century Theory That Hypnotized the World

In the 18th century, a theory invented by German doctor Franz Mesmer captivated the public: animal magnetism. It posits the existence of an invisible natural force (Lebensmagnetismus) possessed by all living things, including humans, animals, and even vegetables. Mesmer claimed this force could produce physical effects, including healing, igniting both excitement and skepticism in the medical world. Despite being dismissed by science, its seductive allure lingered, influencing spiritual healing and even political manipulation. Mesmerism’s blend of mystery and control sparked a fascination with the power of suggestion, leaving a shadow over both medicine and culture.

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In 1961, Barney and Betty Hill, an interracial couple, made headlines with their shocking claim of alien abduction, an experience detailed in the book The Interrupted Journey. Their account, featuring eerie missing time, vivid dreams, and a mysterious star map, sparked fierce debate among ufologists and skeptics alike.

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The Interrupted Journey: UFOs, Star Maps, and the Hills’ Abduction

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