This is a dark one, today we delve into the shadowy history of demonology—the study of demons, devils, and the infernal forces that have haunted human belief for millennia. From ancient Mesopotamian spirits to the medieval grimoires that cataloged hell’s hierarchy, we trace how different cultures have named, feared, and tried to control the unseen. Was demonology a spiritual science, a tool of religious power, or a way to explain the unexplainable? Join us as we explore the origins, evolution, and enduring influence of the dark arts—and why demons never seem to leave the human imagination.

This week on Lunatic Soup we are re-airing one of our favorite episodes... The Bell Witch of Tennessee! Join us as we discuss this legendary poltergeist case, where disembodied voices, mysterious attacks, and a vengeful spirit named "Kate" plagued a pioneer family. We'll talk about this spooky story and discuss if it was a vengeful witch, a mischievous prankster, or something else entirely? Listen wherever you get your podcasts!

This week on Lunatic Soup, we’re heading to New York where women were also accused of being witches for...existing. From accusations of magic and demonic possession to political chaos, religious fear, and suspiciously dramatic neighbors, we’re diving into the forgotten history of the New York witch trials happening around the same time Salem was losing its collective mindSo grab your emotional support beverage, hide your herbs before your neighbors accuse you of sorcery, and join us for a spooky deep dive into one of America’s lesser-known witch panics. Because apparently colonial America saw one woman owning a plant and said, “Burn her immediately.”