In Part Two of The Amityville Horror, the conversation shifts from history into lived experience. Blair Scares shares her own personal horror encounter, grounding the discussion in firsthand reflection. We examine Ed and Lorraine Warren’s involvement in the investigation and trace Amityville’s lasting cultural impact, from books to films, showing how the story has come to symbolize the dark side of the American Dream, where safety, home, and stability give way to fear and uncertainty. We are endlessly drawn to stories where our safe place is threatened, as reflected in films like The Shining, Paranormal Activity, and Poltergeist which is exactly why this story has cemented its place in American Lore.

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In Part One of The Amityville Horror, host Cameron Holly Dexter is joined by horror influencer Blair Scares to examine the events that turned 112 Ocean Avenue into one of the most infamous houses in America. Together, they break down the 1974 DeFeo family murders, the unanswered questions surrounding the crime, and the haunting claims made by the Lutz family after moving into the home. In this episode, they explore how a single case evolved into a legend, and why the line between fact, fear, and belief remains so difficult to define.

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@blairscareshorror

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Patterns & Rituals is written and produced by your host, Cameron Holly Dexter. Follow her @cameronhollydexter

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This episode contains information about crimes against children and sexual assault that some listeners may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised.

In this episode, I sit down with Forensic Psychologist, Dr. Samantha Stein, to talk about her new book, Evil at Our Table: Inside the Minds of the Monsters Who Live Among Us. It’s a fascinating memoir about her work evaluating sexual offenders under California’s Sexually Violent Predator Act. During our conversation, we discuss deviant human sexuality, the psychology of sexually violent predators, and the complexities of their rehabilitation. All the names used in her memoir have been changed to respect patient confidentiality.

Link to Dr. Stein’s Book:

Evil at Our Table: Inside the Minds of the Monsters Who Live Among Us: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/evil-at-our-table-samantha-stein/1146607392

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault and needs support, you can contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at: 1-800-656-HOPE or list RAINN.org for confidential 24/7 assistance.

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Patterns & Rituals is written and produced by your host, Cameron Holly Dexter. Follow her @cameronhollydexter

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