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“REAL KRIS KRINGLE SIGHTINGS” and More True Christmas Stories! #HolidayHorrors #WeirdDarkness

2024/12/12
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Darren Marlar
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本节目讲述了冰岛圣诞女巫Gryla的故事，以及其他圣诞相关的恐怖故事，包括1928年发生在伊利诺伊州卡本代尔市的亨利豪宅的双重谋杀案，以及至今未解的玛格丽特·马丁谋杀案。这些故事都与圣诞节有关，并带有超自然或神秘的色彩。节目主持人Darren Marlar介绍了这些故事的背景、细节和相关传说，并探讨了这些事件背后的可能性解释。

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Why is Iceland's Gryla considered more terrifying than Krampus?

Gryla, the Christmas Witch, is a matriarchal figure from Icelandic folklore who kidnaps and eats misbehaving children, making her a more formidable and frightening character than Krampus. Her roots date back to the 13th century, and she is associated with the harsh Icelandic winter and the darker aspects of the holiday season.

What happened to Margaret Martin in 1938?

Margaret Martin, a 19-year-old graduate, disappeared after a job interview in 1938. Her body was later found in a burlap bag, showing signs of torture and sexual assault. The case remains unsolved, with no solid leads or suspects identified.

Why do people report seeing Santa Claus?

People report seeing Santa Claus due to a combination of factors, including vivid hallucinations, collective belief invoking a tulpa-like manifestation, or interdimensional entities appearing as Santa. These sightings range from wondrous to creepy, with some witnesses claiming to see a spirit or apparition of Santa.

What are the Thirteen Yule Lads in Icelandic folklore?

The Thirteen Yule Lads are a group of mischievous characters in Icelandic folklore who visit households during the Christmas season, each with their own unique pranks. They are part of Gryla's dysfunctional family and represent various types of troublemaking, such as stealing sausages or slamming doors.

How did the Hundley murders in 1928 remain unsolved?

The Hundley murders in 1928, where former mayor John Charles Hundley and his wife were killed, remained unsolved due to insufficient evidence. Despite suspicions pointing to their son Victor, no conclusive proof was found, and the case was dismissed due to lack of evidence.

What is the theory behind Santa Claus sightings involving falling asleep?

Some theories suggest that the sightings of Santa Claus, followed by immediate sleep, could be linked to interdimensional entities or tulpas that induce a state of unconsciousness. These entities may appear as Santa to manipulate or observe the witness before causing them to fall asleep.

How has Iceland tried to preserve its traditional Christmas folklore?

Iceland has worked to preserve its traditional Christmas folklore by returning the Yule Lads to their pre-Santa roots, dressing them in 17th and 18th-century clothing, and emphasizing their Icelandic identity. This effort is led by the National Museum of Iceland to avoid globalizing their folklore with Santa Claus imagery.

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The 1928 Hundley murders in Carbondale, Illinois, remain unsolved, leading to rumors of the victims haunting their former home. Strange occurrences reported by subsequent residents include unexplained noises, moving objects, and lights turning on and off. Despite investigations, the killer was never found.
  • Unsolved murders of John Charles and Luella Hundley in 1928.
  • Rumors of haunting and unexplained phenomena in the Hundley House.
  • Son Victor was a suspect but never convicted.
  • House had multiple owners and uses after the murders.

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Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate)Info on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScream)IN THIS EPISODE: Many of us are familiar with the flip side of Father Christmas – the darker entity who visits and kidnaps bad children, Krampus. But when it comes to true fear, even Krampus would run in terror at the sight of Iceland’s Gryla, the Christmas Witch! With roots dating back to the 13th century, Gryla is not to be messed with! (Iceland’s Christmas Witch) *** It was Christmastime, 1938, and 19-year-old Margaret Martin had just graduated from Wilkes-Barre Business College with honors and was eager to secure a secretarial job. Her eagerness would lead to her disappearance. (The Murder of Margaret Martin) *** Ask anyone over the age of twelve what they think about the existence of Santa Claus and you’ll most assuredly get the same answer. But that has not stopped people of all ages reporting sightings of the jolly old elf, and some of the stories are downright creepy. (The Strange World of True Kris Kringle Sightings) *** Two murders committed in the same house during the holidays of 1928 appear to have resulted in the spirits of Christmas past haunting the place today. (The Hundley Murders) *** (Originally aired December 08, 2021)SOURCES AND ESSENTIAL WEB LINKS…“The Strange World of True Kris Kringle Sightings” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8kfyka)“Iceland’s Christmas Witch” by Alex Palmer for Smithsonian Magazine: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/57ntaeeu)“The Murder of Margaret Martin” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/7e6xxvph)“The Hundley Murders” by Troy Taylor for his book “Bloody Illinois”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3yb3fd2p)Visit our Sponsors & Friends: https://weirddarkness.com/sponsors)Join the Weird Darkness Syndicate: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate)Advertise in the Weird Darkness podcast or syndicated radio show: https://weirddarkness.com/advertise)= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. Background music provided by Alibi Music Library, EpidemicSound and/or StoryBlocks with paid license. Music from Shadows Symphony (https://tinyurl.com/yyrv987t)), Midnight Syndicate (http://amzn.to/2BYCoXZ)) Kevin MacLeod (https://tinyurl.com/y2v7fgbu)), Tony Longworth (https://tinyurl.com/y2nhnbt7)), and Nicolas Gasparini (https://tinyurl.com/lnqpfs8)) is used with permission of the artists.= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =OTHER PODCASTS I HOST…Paranormality Magazine: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/paranormalitymag)Micro Terrors: Scary Stories for Kids: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/microterrors)Retro Radio – Old Time Radio In The Dark: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/retroradio)Church of the Undead: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/churchoftheundead)= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =(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.https://weirddarkness.com/real-kris-kringle-sightings/)