32.20 - MU Podcast - The Exorcist Files
Mysterious Universe
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What was the first case Father Carlos Martins encountered after his ordination?
A woman experiencing poltergeist-like activity in her uncle's house, including voices, scratches, appliances turning on and off, and a music box that played by itself despite being unwound and later found to be an empty wooden box.
How did Father Carlos Martins describe the atmosphere in the haunted house?
He felt an unmistakable tension and a thickness in the air, as if he was being watched by something that didn't want him there. The air felt like it was against him, warning him to leave.
What unusual event occurred with the ceiling fan during Father Carlos's visit?
The ceiling fan turned on by itself and spun so fast it blurred, then stopped on a dime, only to start spinning in the opposite direction at an equally high speed.
What was the significance of the music box in the haunted house?
The music box played randomly without being wound and was described by the woman as the creepiest disturbance. It was stuck to the dresser and later found to be an empty wooden box with no mechanism inside.
How did Father Carlos Martins resolve the haunting in the woman's house?
He used holy water and prayers, which stopped all the diabolical activity, including the music box disturbances.
What was Cheryl's obsession that led to her possession?
Cheryl was obsessed with having a child and believed that collecting dead insects and animals would release life energy to help her conceive.
What unusual behavior did Cheryl exhibit during her possession?
She collected dead insects and animals, spoke in a deep, burly man's voice, and displayed supernatural strength, such as throwing a pot with incredible force.
How did Cheryl's possession manifest physically?
She exhibited supernatural strength, throwing a man over her head like a rag doll, and caused objects like light switch screws to fly out and injure her.
What was the outcome of Cheryl's exorcism?
Cheryl underwent eight exorcism sessions and worked with a psychologist to overcome her obsession with having a child. She eventually accepted her situation and found peace.
What does Father Carlos Martins say about the nature of his battles with evil?
He describes his opponent as hatred itself, emphasizing that the devil hates priests and will use violence to avoid being cast out.
- The episode is hosted by Benjamin Grundy, flying solo due to a medical emergency with his co-host.
- The episode will focus on Father Carlos Martins' book, 'The Exorcist Files', which details true stories of exorcism and supernatural encounters.
- The host plans to make this episode exclusive to Plus+ members.
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