The Highgate Vampire

Summary The conversation explores the legend of the Highgate Vampire, a modern vampire myth that emerged in the 1960s in London. The hosts discuss the eerie setting of Highgate Cemetery, its history, and the various ghost stories associated with it. They delve into the vampire sightings that sparked public panic, the rivalry between two eccentric figures, David Ferent and Shawn Manchester, who claimed to be vampire hunters, and the ensuing chaos that followed. The discussion reflects on the absurdity of the situation, the impact of media sensationalism, and the legacy of the Highgate Vampire legend. Sources- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2JPuhT15OwI https://www.gettyimages.com/photos/highgate-cemetery https://davidfarrantobituary.blogspot.com/ https://darkfrights.com/stories/highgate-cemetery- legends-lores-and-the-haunting-of-the-highgate-vampire- by-kathleen-mccluskey/ https://www.grunge.com/402692/the-bizarre-true-story-of-the-highgate-vampire-feud/ https://www.vice.com/en/article/highgate-vampire-history-sean-manchester/ https://www.mylondon.news/news/north-london-news/london-vampire-hunt-cemetery-magician-15825289 https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/day-3-vampires-magic-duels-and-headless-bodies