This episode of Wyrd Wessex delves into the fascinating world of Friday the 13th superstitions. Andy and Craig explore the potential origins of this fear, from Christian and Norse mythology to the Knights Templar and the Code of Hammurabi (or lack thereof!).
They discuss the psychological impact of the day and how it's manifested in culture, from building designs to tarot cards and even Tolkien's The Hobbit. The conversation takes a darker turn as they recount historical events linked to Friday the 13th, including the arrest of the Knights Templar, Aztec mass executions, the Black Friday bushfires in Australia, the bombing of Buckingham Palace, and the Apollo 13 mission.
They also touch on more recent tragedies and mysteries, like the disappearance of a Swedish flight, the murder of Kitty Genovese, the Bhola cyclone, the Andes plane crash, Tupac's death, and the Costa Concordia sinking.
Finally, they lighten the mood with tales of the Stocksbridge Bypass ghost and, of course, the iconic Jason Voorhees. They wrap up by acknowledging the cultural impact of Friday the 13th and noting a few cultures where 13 is actually considered lucky. Join the Wyrdos for a spooky and informative exploration of this infamous date!
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Written by Craig Brooks and hosted by Craig Brooks & Andy Stevens Edited by Craig Brooks
Intro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie)
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