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Vampire Lore Exposed: Science, Burial Rites, and the Universal Fear of the Night - Shell's Spooky Stories Ep. 48

October 02, 2025 • Michele Marie Liddle

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Vampire Lore Exposed: Science, Burial Rites, and the Universal Fear of the Night - Shell's Spooky Stories Ep. 48.

Uncover the chilling origins of vampire legends from ancient myths to medical mysteries. This episode explores the real stories and fears that shaped our fascination with the undead.

The earliest vampire-like creatures from ancient Mesopotamia
Discovery of vampire burials and staking rituals across Eastern Europe
Famous historical cases
Medical conditions that inspired vampire folklore, including rabies and porphyria
Unique vampire beliefs from around the world, from Bulgaria to China and the Americas

Chapters

0:00 Introduction: The Origins of Vampire Legends

0:56 Ancient Vampire Burials in Eastern Europe

1:41 The Case of Peter Plogojowitz (1725)

2:26 The Arnold Paole Incident (1732)

3:00 Scientific Explanations: Decomposition & Preservation

3:50 The Lukov Vampire Burial (2017)

4:30 Mercy Brown: America's Vampire Panic (1892)

5:04 Global Vampire Myths Across Cultures

5:54 Conclusion: The Enduring Fear of Death

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