Of Malice and Mirth

Ep 13: Lucky or Not?


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Welcome to Episode 13! We’re leaning into the superstition this week with a deep dive into the most feared (and revered) number in history. From the pine barrens of New Jersey to the cinematic "Black Zodiac," this episode is a complete psychological and supernatural rollercoaster.

  • The Power of 13: Whitney breaks down the history of Triskaidekaphobia—the fear of the number 13. Why does our society skip the 13th floor, and where did this cursed reputation begin?

  • The Jersey Devil: We explore the legendary 13th child of Mother Leeds. Discover the 18th-century folklore of the Jersey Devil, a winged cryptid born of a mother’s curse in the desolate Pine Barrens.

  • The Black Zodiac (13 Ghosts): Mena takes us on a DEEP dive into the cult-classic horror film 13 Ghosts. We break down the terrifying backstories of the ghosts—from The Jackal to The Juggernaut—and share real-life historical accounts that mirror these chilling archetypes.

  • The Ghostly Archetypes: Learn the lore behind the spirits trapped in the glass house and how their "Black Zodiac" signs represent the darkest parts of the human experience.

Do you have a "lucky 13" story or a brush with a cryptid that left you shaking? We want to hear from you! Whether it’s Malice (the scares) or Mirth (the laughs), send them our way.

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Of Malice and MirthBy Mena and Whitney