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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 49 MIN

Angela Takes the Helm - Friday the 13th: Superstition, Serial Killers & the Dark Psychology of Fear

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Friday the 13th: Superstition, Serial Killers & the Dark Psychology of Fear Is Friday the 13th really cursed — or are we? In this special edition of Dark Dialogue, Angela steps into the captain’s chair and takes us deep into the myths, psychology, and real-life crimes connected to one of the most feared dates on the calendar. From medieval religious lore and the Knights Templar to horror films and confirmation bias, we explore how superstition took root — and how it evolved from folklore into something far more disturbing. Then we examine chilling real cases where killers cited Friday the 13th as inspiration: The obsession-fueled murder linked to horror film fixation A ritualistic rampage in Texas tied to satanic fantasy A modern mass violence plot disrupted before it could escalate One of Britain’s most disturbing child murder cases We also uncover the surprising cultural flip side: how tattoo artists turned Friday the 13th into a celebration of ink, rebellion, and laughing in the face of fear. This episode isn’t just about superstition. It’s about human psychology. It’s about obsession. It’s about the stories we tell — and the darkness we sometimes create. If you enjoyed this special format with Angela hosting: Follow or Subscribe wherever you listen Leave a 5-star review (it truly helps us grow) Share this episode with someone who checks the calendar twice on Friday the 13th Tell us on social media: What Friday the 13th tattoo would you get? 📩 Case suggestions or feedback: [email protected] 🌐 Full show archive: www.darkdialogue.com Stay safe. Stay curious. And remember — fear is powerful… but curiosity is unstoppable. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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