*Disclaimer:* This episode delves into darker and more graphic territory than usual. We’ll be discussing themes of gore, murder, and torture. If you're sensitive to these topics or prefer lighter content, you might want to skip this one. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
*Episode Summary:* In this episode, we explore the chilling tale of Elizabeth Bathory, infamously known as "The Blood Countess." Bathory's story is one of history's most gruesome and mysterious. Accused of torturing and killing hundreds of young women, her name has become synonymous with horror and bloodshed.
*Housekeeping Note:* Before we dive into today's episode, we have a few quick updates. The SSOS team has been making some changes behind the scenes to bring you even more intriguing content. We're thrilled to announce the addition of a new cast member who will be joining us on this and future episodes—stay tuned for that! Your feedback has been invaluable, and we’re working hard to incorporate your suggestions to improve the show.
If you would like contact SSOS
E mail: SSOSpodcast@gmail.com TikTok : @SSOSpodact
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Merch available - please check out our linktree

*Disclaimer:* This episode delves into darker and more graphic territory than usual. We’ll be discussing themes of gore, murder, and torture. If you're sensitive to these topics or prefer lighter content, you might want to skip this one. Listener discretion is strongly advised. *Episode Summary:* In this episode, we explore the chilling tale of Elizabeth Bathory, infamously known as "The Blood Countess." Bathory's story is one of history's most gruesome and mysterious. Accused of torturing and killing hundreds of young women, her name has become synonymous with horror and bloodshed. *Housekeeping Note:* Before we dive into today's episode, we have a few quick updates. The SSOS team has been making some changes behind the scenes to bring you even more intriguing content. We're thrilled to announce the addition of a new cast member who will be joining us on this and future episodes—stay tuned for that! Your feedback has been invaluable, and we’re working hard to incorporate your suggestions to improve the show. If you would like contact SSOS E mail: SSOSpodcast@gmail.com TikTok : @SSOSpodact Instagram :@secretsocietyoofstangerspod Facebook: Secret Society of Strangers Podcast Merch available - please check out our linktree

Elizabeth Bathory , "The Blood Countess"

Some stories refuse to stay buried. Some encounters defy explanation. Some mysteries make experts go silent.
Ever found yourself at 3am researching the Rendlesham Forest incident? Wondered why the Dyatlov Pass still haunts investigators decades later? Questioned what really happened to Frederick Valentich's plane?
You've found your tribe.
Join Lee, Josh, and Jen as they excavate history's strangest chapters — from vanished colonies and cryptid encounters to time anomalies and cases that make seasoned detectives uncomfortable. We dig deeper than the headlines, fact-check the folklore, and explore the umbrella of high strangeness that connects seemingly impossible events.
With meticulous research, dark humor, and genuine curiosity, SSOS isn't just another paranormal podcast — we're building a community for the professionally curious, the academically strange, and anyone who's experienced something they can't quite explain.
Got a story that defies logic? Witnessed something that shouldn't exist? We're listening.
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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Near-death encounters</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Professional insights from EMTs, medical professionals, psychic practitioners</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Theological perspectives beyond mainstream doctrine</li>
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New episodes weekly. Follow us wherever you get your weird.
🕯️ Stay curious. Stay strange!

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Some stories refuse to stay buried. Some encounters defy explanation. Some mysteries make experts go silent. Ever found yourself at 3am researching the Rendlesham Forest incident? Wondered why the Dyatlov Pass still haunts investigators decades later? Questioned what really happened to Frederick Valentich's plane? You've found your tribe. Join Lee, Josh, and Jen as they excavate history's strangest chapters — from vanished colonies and cryptid encounters to time anomalies and cases that make seasoned detectives uncomfortable. We dig deeper than the headlines, fact-check the folklore, and explore the umbrella of high strangeness that connects seemingly impossible events. With meticulous research, dark humor, and genuine curiosity, SSOS isn't just another paranormal podcast — we're building a community for the professionally curious, the academically strange, and anyone who's experienced something they can't quite explain. Got a story that defies logic? Witnessed something that shouldn't exist? We're listening. High strangeness experiences Near-death encounters Professional insights from EMTs, medical professionals, psychic practitioners Theological perspectives beyond mainstream doctrine New episodes weekly. Follow us wherever you get your weird. 🕯️ Stay curious. Stay strange!

Some stories refuse to stay buried. Some encounters defy explanation. Some mysteries make experts go silent.
Ever found yourself at 3am researching the Rendlesham Forest incident? Wondered why the Dyatlov Pass still haunts investigators decades later? Questioned what really happened to Frederick Valentich's plane?
You've found your tribe.
Join Lee, Josh, and Jen as they excavate history's strangest chapters — from vanished colonies and cryptid encounters to time anomalies and cases that make seasoned detectives uncomfortable. We dig deeper than the headlines, fact-check the folklore, and explore the umbrella of high strangeness that connects seemingly impossible events.
With meticulous research, dark humor, and genuine curiosity, SSOS isn't just another paranormal podcast — we're building a community for the professionally curious, the academically strange, and anyone who's experienced something they can't quite explain.
Got a story that defies logic? Witnessed something that shouldn't exist? We're listening.
<ul>
<li>High strangeness experiences</li>
<li>Near-death encounters</li>
<li>Professional insights from EMTs, medical professionals, psychic practitioners</li>
<li>Theological perspectives beyond mainstream doctrine</li>
</ul>
New episodes weekly. Follow us wherever you get your weird.
🕯️ Stay curious. Stay strange!

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