EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 57 MIN
Slenderman: From Creepypasta to Real-Life Horror
from Fringe Beyond Limits · host Bleav + Fringe Beyond Limits
Hosts of Fringe Beyond Limits unpack the Slenderman phenomenon, tracing its origin as a 2009 creepypasta and how it grew into modern internet folklore. They cover Slenderman's characteristics and cultural spread, and examine the 2014 Waukesha stabbing, discussing mental health, legal outcomes, and parental responsibility. Expect candid conversation, dark humor, and reflections on how digital stories can blur the line between fiction and reality. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Hosts of Fringe Beyond Limits unpack the Slenderman phenomenon, tracing its origin as a 2009 creepypasta and how it grew into modern internet folklore. They cover Slenderman's characteristics and cultural spread, and examine the 2014 Waukesha stabbing, discussing mental health, legal outcomes, and parental responsibility. Expect candid conversation, dark humor, and reflections on how digital stories can blur the line between fiction and reality.
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