EPISODE 228: Playing Jesus on Good Friday

A Good Friday passion play in a small Filipino barangay takes a terrifying turn when Efren Alcantara, the carpenter who has portrayed Christ for seven years, awakens on the cross completely transformed. What begins as a sacred tradition becomes a nightmare that will haunt thirteen-year-old witness Arjen for the rest of his life. When ancient rituals meet something darker than devotion, the line between faith and horror dissolves in the blazing heat of the plaza. Experience this chilling tale of religious tradition gone wrong in the latest episode of Stories Philippines.DISCLAIMER 📢Stories Philippines Podcast is an independent production made possible by HustleStudios. The stories, accounts, and topics discussed in this episode are intended for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of HustleStudios or its affiliates.Some names, dates, and identifying details may have been altered to protect the privacy of individuals and families involved, particularly in cases of true crime or ongoing investigations. Listener discretion is heavily advised. All content, narrations, and sound designs are protected under copyright law. Thank you for listening, and stay safe.This episode might be ad-supported. You can support us by subscribing for as little as $5 a month on our Patreon page or through Apple Podcast Subscriber-Only Audio. 🎉Subscription Benefits 🌟Ad-free weekly podcastExclusive podcast promosEarly access to select episodes👉 Check our Patreon👉 Or subscribe using the Apple Podcasts appThank you so much for your generosity! 🙏Send your stories to [email protected]