The Devil Made Me Do It: David Glatzel Possession and Haunting | Retraced Echoes

Retraced Echoes Podcast

Witness the spine-tingling moment when David found himself alone in the room, face to face with the eerie old man. Explore the real-life horror story that inspired The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It. #HorrorPodcast #TrueCrime #paranormalactivity

Summary: In a quiet Connecticut town, the Glatzel family's lives are forever changed when young David encounters a malevolent force in the master bedroom. As the haunting intensifies, the family seeks help from paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. David's possession escalates, leading to a tragic murder and a controversial trial. Ultimately, the family finds relief through an exorcism performed in Canada. This chilling saga pushes the boundaries of reality and explores the interplay between belief, law, and the supernatural.

Takeaways: Demonic possession can have a profound impact on individuals and families, leading to fear, trauma, and even violence. The involvement of paranormal investigators and the Catholic Church in cases of possession highlights the complex interplay between belief, law, and the supernatural. The Glatzel family's story underscores the importance of seeking help and support when faced with supernatural phenomena. The case of the Glatzel family serves as a reminder of the enduring fascination and debate surrounding the existence and influence of demonic entities.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction

03:10 The Mysterious Encounter in the Master Bedroom

05:12 David's Terrifying Encounter with the Old Man

08:34 Karen's Haunting Experiences

09:32 The Unsettling Discoveries in the House

11:33 The Dark Presence in the Home

12:34 The Family's Decision to Abandon the Rental House

15:06 David's Descent into Fear and the Family's Search for Help

17:24 The Entity's Manifestation in the Attic

19:51 David's Terrifying Encounters with the Demonic Entities

21:20 David's Refusal to Give His Soul and the Intensification of Attacks

22:48 The Warrens' Involvement and the Need for a Major Exorcism

25:13 Arnie's Strange Behavior and the Tragic Murder of Alan Bono

30:57 David's Full Possession and the Legal Battle

33:19 Arnie's Possession and the Controversial Trial

38:13 The Successful Exorcism and the Aftermath