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Episode 23: The 1981 Exorcism, Demonic Possession and Murder in Brookfield, CT

EPISODE · Apr 26, 2022 · 35 MIN

Episode 23: The 1981 Exorcism, Demonic Possession and Murder in Brookfield, CT

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This week, Rebecca tells Ally and Sarah about the true story that inspired a popular scary movie!

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