Join Meg and Laura as they explore the origins of satanic panic, give a brief overview of the West Memphis 3 case, and discuss modern examples of satanic panic.

Disclaimer: This episode contains mentions of violence and sexual violence against minors as well as minor descriptions of gore and ritualistic practices. If you are struggling with mental health, you can call 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Line or 800-715-4225 to reach Georgia Crisis and Access Line. If you or someone you know needs help regarding child abuse, the Georgia helpline is 855-422-4453. National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673.

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/31/us/satanic-panic.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McMartin_preschool_trial

https://www.heavyblogisheavy.com/2016/11/30/satanic-panic-americas-war-on-heavy-metal-in-the-1980s/

https://www.nytimes.com/2011/08/20/us/20arkansas.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Memphis_Three

https://wellplayedasheville.com/blog/a-beginners-guide-to-getting-started-with-dd/#:~:text=The%20core%20of%20D%26D%20is,the%20players%20around%20the%20table.

​​https://innocenceproject.org/who-are-west-memphis-three-damien-echols/

https://innocenceproject.org/false-confessions-and-the-west-memphis-three/

https://www.dpdlaw.com/jessie-misskelley-jr-confession/

https://www.eonline.com/news/349431/how-johnny-depp-and-hollywood-help-end-the-west-memphis-three-s-nightmare