Best Wethersfield Podcasts (2026)

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The True History Behind The Witch of Blackbird Pond with the Wethersfield Historical Society 49:10

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Is The Witch of Blackbird Pond historical fact or beloved fiction? Museum educators Martha Smart and Gillie Johnson from the Wethersfield Historical Society pull back the curtain on Elizabeth George Speare's classic novel by revealing what she got right and what she invented. This episode demonstrates why Connecticut's real witch trials deserve mor…

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British Folklore with Owen Davies and Ceri Houlbrook 43:38

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What is folklore and how does it connect to witch hunts? Join us for an author talk with Professor Owen Davies and Dr. Ceri Houlbrook from the University of Hertfordshire, discussing their new book Folklore: A Journey Through the Past and Present. Discover how folklore shapes our daily lives, from cheese rolling traditions to social media rumors. E…

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2025 | A Grim Review 14:47

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Descend into reflection as The Grim closes the gates on 2025, a year that saw this niche podcast defy brutal industry statistics—where 47% of shows never reach episode three and only 8.5% make it to 50 episodes. Host Kristin marks episode 73 with gratitude, looking back at the cemeteries that fascinated her most and the stories that asked to be tol…

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Isaiah Summary And Testimony Time 38:50

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Send us a text Isaiah Summary And Testimony TimeBy Eric Stillman

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Three Virtues of Disagreement (Audio)

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By Pastor Jon Deming

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The Heart Of It All • Eric Stillman • Dec 21, 2025 33:30

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Send us a text The Heart Of It All Dec 21, 2025 • Eric Stillman In the fifteenth sermon in "The Gospel According to Isaiah" sermon series, we look at Isaiah 54:5-8 and 62:1-5 and the heart of Isaiah, Advent, and the Bible.By Eric Stillman

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Author Kathleen Kent on Writing The Heretic's Daughter 45:58

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Enjoy this in-depth author interview with New York Times bestselling author Kathleen Kent. Kathleen opens up about her writing process, her journey from aspiring writer to published novelist, and the craft behind transforming family history into compelling historical fiction. Kathleen's debut novel, The Heretic's Daughter, tells the story of her an…

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A Gothic Yuletide | St. Patrick's Cathedral Crypt 33:17

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Descend beneath the marble floors of St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City, where Gothic spires pierce the winter skyline above Fifth Avenue and Christmas lights glow against ancient stone, while twenty archbishops and cardinals rest in eternal vigil below the high altar. Host Kristin guides listeners through the crypts of America's most iconic …

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Trustworthy with the Whole Wide World (Audio)

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By Dr. David Baer

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The New Heavens And The New Earth • Eric Stillman • Dec 14, 2025 41:26

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Send us a text The New Heavens And The New Earth Dec 14, 2025 • Eric Stillman In the fourteenth sermon in "The Gospel According to Isaiah" sermon series, we look at Isaiah 65:17-25, which reveals more about the new heavens and new earth.By Eric Stillman

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Blood & Marble | Chicago's Rosehill Cemetery 40:22

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Explore the snow-covered grounds of Rosehill Cemetery in Chicago, Illinois, where Gothic towers stand sentinel over 350 acres of American ambition, tragedy, and memory. Host Kristin guides listeners through Chicago's first private cemetery, founded in 1859 on the city's highest natural elevation, uncovering the lost Victorian tradition of Christmas…

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A Great Light (Audio)

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By Dr. Scott Solberg

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Glebe House Museum on Moll Cramer and Witchcraft in Connecticut 48:53

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In this episode, Josh and Sarah speak with the creative team behind "The Witch of Woodbury," a theatrical production at Connecticut's Glebe House Museum that brings 17th-century witch trial victims to life through performance. Featured Guests: Linda Barr-Gale - Actress portraying Moll Cramer for 13 years and production writer Loriann Witte - Direct…

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The Final Judgment • Eric Stillman • Dec 7, 2025 35:42

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Send us a text The Final Judgment Dec 7, 2025 • Eric Stillman In the thirteenth sermon in "The Gospel According to Isaiah" sermon series, we look at Isaiah 66, Isaiah 13, and various other passages in order to understand what the Bible has to say about final judgment.By Eric Stillman

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Snowbound Souls | The Literary Dead of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery 33:37

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Explore the snow-covered grounds of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in Concord, Massachusetts, where America's greatest literary minds rest among the pines. Host Kristin guides listeners through the historic 119-acre rural cemetery, uncovering the winter connections between graveyards, ghosts, and the holiday season. Featured Historical Figures: Henry David…

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Peace and Hope (Audio)

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By Dr. Scott Solberg

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Wicked For Good Movie: The Transformation of a Witch 1:06:56

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Episode Description: Just saw Wicked: For Good (Wicked Part 2) and wondering what it all means? The sequel to 2024's blockbuster Wicked movie starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande delivers the pure magic and joy of Wicked's fairytale storytelling while also serving as a mirror reflecting our world's darkest patterns of persecution. Join hosts Sa…

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Legacy Within Trinity | Trinity Churchyard, New York City 20:12

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In this episode of The Grim, Kristin guides you through the historic shadows of Trinity Churchyard in New York City—the final resting place of Alexander Hamilton, Eliza Hamilton, Angelica Schuyler, Robert Fulton, Albert Gallatin, John Peter Zenger, and the mysterious James Leeson. Step beyond Wall Street’s noise and into a world where America’s ear…

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The God Who Comes to Save • Eric Stillman • Nov 30, 2025 35:42

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Send us a text The God Who Comes to Save Nov 30, 2025 • Eric Stillman In the twelfth sermon in "The Gospel According to Isaiah" sermon series, we look at Isaiah 59 and how God will deal with the problems of this world.By Eric Stillman

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Real World Problems... Real World Hope (Audio)

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By Dr. Scott Solberg

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The Floodgates of God's Blessings Are Open • Eric Stillman • Nov 23, 2025 35:48

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Send us a text The Floodgates of God's Blessings Are Open Nov 23, 2025 • Eric Stillman In the eleventh sermon in "The Gospel According to Isaiah" sermon series, we look at Isaiah 54 & 55 and God’s invitation to experience His presence and blessings.By Eric Stillman

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...Literally The Second Annual Thankful Awards! 52:32

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Ladies and Gentlemen! Please be seated, because it is time for the second annual Thankful Awards! Bask in the gratitude as Magda and Lindsay award their favorites in various bookish categories, including: Character They’re Most Thankful to Have Met Author They’re Most Thankful to Have Discovered Adaptation They’re Most Thankful for (Released) Book …

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The Pilgrim Son Accused of Witchcraft: Thanksgiving's Forgotten Salem Connection 24:58

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In May 1692, one of Boston's most respected citizens walked into a Salem courtroom—and the accusers couldn't even identify him. Captain John Alden Jr., son of Mayflower passengers and decorated war hero, seemed an unlikely target for witchcraft accusations. But his connections to Native Americans and the French made him dangerous in the eyes of war…

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The Pumpkin Patch Burying Ground | King's Chapel, Boston MA 19:15

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The Pumpkin Patch Burying Ground | King's Chapel, Boston MA Step through the wrought-iron gates with The Grim as host Kristin explores King's Chapel Burying Ground—Boston's oldest cemetery and one of the most actively haunted sites on the Freedom Trail. Once a humble pumpkin patch, this colonial burial ground has held nearly four centuries of grief…

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...Literally Texas Book Festival 2025!! 36:48

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Dreams do come true! This week, Magda and Lindsay discuss their perfect weekend hanging out with incredible authors, creatives, and book people at this year’s Texas Book Festival. Listen in for recaps of their favorite sessions and book recs they came away with. *Also, please excuse Lindsay’s “potato quality” tech. Her camera was as tired as she wa…

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The Boston Eight: Exonerate Massachusetts' Forgotten Witch Trial Victims 34:27

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Episode Description: Massachusetts has an opportunity to make history, and you can be a part of it. On November 25, 2025, Bill H.1927 goes before the Massachusetts Joint Committee on the Judiciary. This legislation will exonerate 8 individuals convicted of witchcraft in Boston and recognize everyone else who suffered accusations across Massachusett…

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Eternal Enemies | Old Gray Cemetery, Knoxville TN 28:20

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Step into Old Gray Cemetery with The Grim as host Kristin explores Knoxville's most atmospheric Victorian burial ground—where feuds, tragedy, and restless spirits linger beneath ancient trees. Founded in 1850 and named for poet Thomas Gray, this 13-acre garden cemetery holds the stories of Tennessee's most influential figures: Governor William "Par…

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Cultivating a Heart of Thanksgiving (Audio)

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...Literally "Innocence Road" with Laura Griffin!!! 1:03:28

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In the pitch-black of night, a woman runs through the dry brush of the West Texas desert. She is out of breath. She is terrified. And she’s just turned to see the headlights of the car that’s chasing her. This is just the FIRST PAGE of this week’s book, “Innocence Road!” Join Magda and Lindsay as they chat with the author, Laura Griffin, about this…

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Building a Global Response to Witch Hunts: Expert Panel from INAWARA 55:28

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Tune in for this informative virtual panel discussion bringing together three of the world's leading experts on witchcraft accusations and ritual violence. This free online event, co-hosted by End Witch Hunts and featuring speakers from INAWARA (International Network Against Witchcraft Accusations and Ritual Attacks), addresses one of the most pres…

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Bones of the Risorgimento | The Ossuaries of San Martino & Solferino, Italy 13:36

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Step beyond the veil with The Grim as host Kristin explores the haunting ossuaries of San Martino and Solferino in Lombardy, Italy—where thousands of bones rest in solemn tribute beneath cypress groves. The Battle of Solferino and San Martino (1859) was a brutal clash that forged modern Italy and inspired the creation of the Red Cross. Here, in sac…

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The Power Of Sacrificial Love • Eric Stillman • Nov 9, 2025 35:48

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Send us a text The Power Of Sacrificial Love Nov 9, 2025 • Eric Stillman In the tenth sermon in "The Gospel According to Isaiah" sermon series, we look at Isaiah 52:13 - 53:12 and how God deals with the deeper sin problem of Israel and the world through Jesus, the suffering servant sent by God to rescue us from our sins.…

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His Love Endures Forever (Audio)

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...Literally Cozy Reads 39:16

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Deep breath in. Deep breath out. Everything is fine here. And that’s because Magda and Lindsay have your reading recipe for cozy season! Listen in as they recommend relaxing reads for every kind of person. Aching for a crime procedural? No need to investigate recs. Looking for a little love in your life? Snuggle up! Need the comfort of a classic? T…

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Stigma, Silence, and Survival: Women Accused of Witchcraft 44:09

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Why do witchcraft accusations persist in modern India, and how do gender and caste inequalities fuel this cycle of violence despite legal protections? Join Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack for a powerful conversation with Bharvi Shahi, currently pursuing her LL.M. at Christ University, Bengaluru, and Razina Ahmed, Assistant Professor of Law at the Sc…

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The Dead Watch | Tolomato Cemetery, St. Augustine FL 15:04

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Step through the haunted gates of Tolomato Cemetery with The Grim as host Kristin explores one of St. Augustine's most historic and ghost-filled burial grounds. Beneath ancient oaks and Spanish moss rest displaced Guale Indians, Spanish settlers, Menorcan refugees, Cuban priests, and restless souls who never found peace. Once a Franciscan mission s…

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A Call to Worship (Audio)

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By Dr. Scott Solberg

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The Vampire's Tree | Panteón de Belén, Guadalajara Mexico 30:03

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Step into Panteón de Belén with The Grim as host Kristin explores one of Mexico's most haunted cemeteries on this special Halloween and Día de los Muertos episode. Beneath gothic arches and jasmine-scented air lies a world where faith, folklore, and the restless dead intertwine. Built to preserve life as part of the Hospital of Belén, this sacred g…

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Justice & Compassion • Eric Stillman • Oct 26, 2025 27:13

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Send us a text Justice & Compassion Oct 26, 2025 • Eric Stillman In the eighth sermon in "The Gospel According to Isaiah" sermon series, we look at Isaiah 42:1-13 and how Jesus perfectly blends justice and compassion.By Eric Stillman

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...Literally Mate by Ali Hazelwood 59:12

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Are Magda and Lindsay dying of anticipation to talk about this book? Or are they feverish from the heat between its main characters? Find out this week as they discuss Ali Hazelwood’s “Mate.” Email us! Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok Books mention…

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Rehumanizing Scottish Witch Trial Victims through Theater: An Update on the Play Prick 44:19

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Playwright Laurie Flanigan-Hegge, two directors, and a puppet artist discuss staging "Prick," a play about Scottish witch trials, now opening in Chicago November 6-16. In August 2023, we spoke with playwright Laurie Flanigan-Hegge about Prick, her play about the Scottish witch trials. It had just premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Two year…

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Gunntown's Haunting Hallow | Gunntown Cemetery, Naugatuck CT 21:26

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Step into Gunntown Cemetery with The Grim as host Kristin explores a quiet, moss-draped burial ground where history and haunting intertwine in Naugatuck, Connecticut. Beneath bowed slate stones rest Revolutionary soldiers and early settlers—David Wooster, founding settler Enos Gunn, and Leverett Osborn, whose lifetime bridged centuries. But their s…

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Gone Fruit Picking (Audio)

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By Dr. Scott Solberg

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...Literally RE-RELEASE!! Bride by Ali Hazelwood 1:02:11

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In celebration of Ali Hazelwood's sequel to this wonderful tale of hot werewolves and vampires, "Mate", we are re-releasing our "Bride" episode, so you can get a quick refresher. Tune in next week for our brand-new episode covering "Mate!” ...Literally an hour of Magda and Lindsay gushing about their love of Ali Hazelwood's "Bride." Before diving i…

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Why we Need Monsters in Our Lives 44:27

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Episode Description What do vampires, werewolves, and dragons tell us about ourselves? In this fascinating exploration of monsters in culture and society, we dive deep into why humanity has always been obsessed with creatures that go bump in the night. From the etymology of "monster" (Latin "monstrum" - to warn or demonstrate) to modern cryptids an…

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The Grim's Guide to Salem | 8 Haunted Cemeteries in Salem MA 21:26

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Step through the veil with The Grim as host Kristin guides you through Salem's eight most historic and haunted cemeteries—your complete gothic guide to the Witch City's burial grounds. Explore: Charter Street Cemetery (Old Burying Point) - Where witch trial judges Hathorne and Gedney rest uneasily Witch Trials Memorial - Twenty innocent names carve…

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God, Where Are You In My Loneliness? • Eric Stillman • Oct 19, 2025 31:24

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Send us a text God, Where Are You In My Loneliness? Oct 19, 2025 • Eric Stillman In the seventh sermon in "The Gospel According to Isaiah" sermon series, we look at Isaiah 41:8-16 and Isaiah 43:1-7 and what we learn about the faithful presence of God.By Eric Stillman

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Freedom! Don't Abuse It! (Audio)

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...Literally Katabasis 1:03:48

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Get in losers, we’re going to hell. This week Magda and Lindsay descend into R.F. Kuang’s journey through the underworld in a discussion all about Katabasis. *Note: This episode contains spoilers for the book. Email us! Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books Ti…

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Ain't Slender Man Scary? with Sean and Carrie 1:18:59

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What makes a monster? In this spine-tingling episode, Josh and Sarah welcome back fellow podcasters Sean and Carrie from the hit show Ain't it Scary with Sean and Carrie to explore one of the internet's most notorious creations: Slender Man. From creepypasta legend to real-world tragedy, discover how this faceless, tentacled entity became modern fo…