In this episode, the wyrdo's, Craig and Andy, tackle a truly dark and harrowing case before shifting gears to some bizarre news stories from around the world.
⚠️ Trigger warning!!! This segment on the Michael Taylor case contains details of violence and murder that may be disturbing to some listeners.
- A Family in Crisis: Learn about Michael Taylor, a man suffering from depression who was introduced to a local church group in Ossett, West Yorkshire.
- The Path to Possession: Craig and Andy discuss Michael's obsession with the group's leader, Marie Robinson, and the strange turn of events that led to a belief that he was possessed.
- An Eight-Hour Exorcism: The story of the brutal and controversial exorcism performed on Michael Taylor, which left him with "demons of murder, violence, and insanity."
- The Murder of Christine Taylor: The wyrdo's recount the horrific events that took place just hours after the exorcism, leading to the brutal murder of Michael's wife and the family dog.
- The Aftermath: The legal outcome of the case, Michael's "not guilty by reason of insanity" verdict, and his eventual release and later life.
- What's Next: The wyrdo's discuss their plan for upcoming episodes.
Wyrd News
- The Exploding Toilet Lawsuit: A Florida man sues Dunkin' for $50,000 after a toilet allegedly exploded on him, causing "psychological damages."
- The Pope's Exorcist: A famous exorcist, Father Gabriel Amorth, claims that politicians like Hitler and Stalin were possessed by the devil.
- Florida Man: Andy pitches a new segment idea where guests' birthdays are used to find their own ridiculous "Florida Man" story.
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Written by Craig Brooks and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy Stevens
Edited by Craig Brooks
Intro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie)
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