Death at the Altar, Again

In this episode of The Introverted Obelisk, Obe slips on his funereal gloves and dives headfirst into the wonderfully bizarre world of bride-snatching, botany, and Bela Lugosi’s increasingly questionable skincare routine. Our story begins with brides dropping dead at the altar—romantic, I know—and disappearing before anyone can even say “refund the caterer.” Obe guides listeners through the tangled mystery with his usual blend of dry commentary and affectionate mockery, following an intrepid reporter who investigates a remote mansion run by a sinister botanist and his equally unsettling household.

As the plot unfolds, the episode dissects Lugosi’s scheme to harvest the youth of young brides to keep his wife… moisturized. Yes, really. From the eerie family dynamic to the grave-robbing floral experiments, Obe highlights every melodramatic beat, every eyebrow arch, and every gloriously nonsensical twist that makes early-40s horror such a delightful mess.

Along the way, expect plenty of acerbic asides about wedding etiquette, suspicious florists, and the eternal danger of accepting corsages from strangers. By the time the final reel rolls, you’ll understand exactly why some vows truly need the disclaimer: “Results may vary. Not responsible for sudden vanishing.”