S is for Spiritualism | The Dark History of Séances & Victorian Mediums

Long before Ouija boards and ghost-hunting shows, millions believed the dead could speak. Born in the wake of war, disease, and unimaginable loss, the Spiritualist movement promised grieving families something they desperately wanted, one more conversation with those they had lost. In this episode of MACABRE, we explore the rise of Spiritualism, the séance craze that swept Victorian society, the mediums who claimed to bridge the gap between life and death, and the extraordinary events that left believers convinced the veil between worlds had grown thin. Was it faith, fraud, or something far more unsettling?Join us as we uncover the history behind one of the most captivating supernatural movements of all time.Loving MACABRE?If you think we’ve earned your 5 star review…we would “spoop” our pants if you share your raving review on your favorite podcast platform Want More? Spotify Exclusive subscribers get ad-free episodes, early access, and bonus content you won’t hear anywhere else.Want even more? Patreon members unlock additional bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early releases, and exclusive MACABRE perks.Have a story you want us to tell?📩 Send it to [email protected] to connect with fellow listeners?Join our private Facebook group: Macabre PodcastAnd don’t forget to grab your MACABRE merch at🖤 www.gothiccthreads.com