Episode 56: The Slenderman - From Internet Creepypasta to Real-Life Horror Story

Warning: This episode covers sensitive and potentially disturbing content.

Get ready for an episode that's been weighing on us for a while. On Wyrd Wessex today, we're tackling the Slender Man stabbing case – and trust us, it's not what you might think. We're getting into the deep, dark, and incredibly sad story of Morgan, Anissa, and Payton, looking at everything from undiagnosed schizophrenia to the internet's influence. It's a serious one, so heads up! We're talking about mental health, the justice system, and how one event changed so many lives forever.

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Written by Craig Brooks and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy Stevens

Edited by Craig Brooks Intro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie)

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Dive into the weird, spooky and supernatural with Wyrd Wessex, a podcast hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy Stevens. These self-proclaimed "wyrdos" delve into the mysteries, myths, and legends of the world, focusing on the UK, but sometimes straying further afield.Expect to hear chilling ghost stories, explorations of unexplained phenomena, and even dabbles into true crime. Whether you're fascinated by hauntings, folklore, Ufology or cryptids, Wyrd Wessex has something for you. So, if you're ready to unravel the hidden weirdness of the world, "Stay Wyrd" and tune in!

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