The Living Corpse

True Weird Stuff

The Living Corpse

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Published on Aug 16, 2025, 3:21:19 PM
Total time: 01:39:49

Episode Description

Today's True Weird Stuff - The Living Corpse

 

Taphophobia is the fear of being buried alive. During the Victorian Era, people being mistakenly buried alive was so common that extensive measures were taken to prevent it. But throughout history, there have been individuals like "Country" Bill White, a man who made a career out of burying himself alive for the fame and notoriety. He will forever be known as The Living Corpse.

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