Ep. 91: Game Over- The Max Headroom Incident & Polybius

Hello spooky people- This week, I think we all would like a little distraction from the world, and although it may be a short reprieve, I hope we can all work together and do our part to keep each other safe. This week we’re covering the Max Headroom Incident—that unforgettable night in 1987 when a masked figure hijacked two Chicago TV stations with bizarre ramblings, unsettling visuals, and a whole lot of confusion. Decades later, we’re still left wondering: who was behind it, and what did they want? Next, we unravel the enigma of Polybius, the alleged government-engineered arcade game that supposedly brainwashed players, causing mysterious physical and psychological effects. Don’t forget to share your theories on these mysteries, and let me know if you would have tried a game of Polybius if you saw it at your local arcade. Don’t forget to join the fun! Share your pick for Arkansas' most haunted location for our November minisode! Send Me a Story! @ [email protected] Threads & Instagram: spiritswithcrimepodcast ⁠⁠⁠Get Shaker & Spoon⁠⁠⁠ Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Max_Headroom_signal_hijacking https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Max_Headroom https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polybius_(urban_legend) https://www.coinop.org/Game/103223/Polybius