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XX. The Smiling Man [Re-recorded]
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'The Smiling Man’ was a short story that sent shivers down the spines of countless readers on Reddit, telling the harrowing encounter of a man who crosses paths with a mysterious, grinning figure during a quiet nighttime stroll. But what makes this internet legend so enduring and terrifying? In this episode, we'll peel back the layers of the story and its origins, diving into the psychology of a smile, and the creation of a modern-day urban legend.
Text Me (this is 3rd party & I cannot respond, but I see all messages)
- If you have more information or a correction on something mentioned in this chapter, email us at luke@lukemordue.com.
- For more information on the show, to find all our social accounts and to ensure you are up to date on all we do, visit www.urbanlegendsfolklore.com
59 episodes
Manage episode 430470241 series 2805424
'The Smiling Man’ was a short story that sent shivers down the spines of countless readers on Reddit, telling the harrowing encounter of a man who crosses paths with a mysterious, grinning figure during a quiet nighttime stroll. But what makes this internet legend so enduring and terrifying? In this episode, we'll peel back the layers of the story and its origins, diving into the psychology of a smile, and the creation of a modern-day urban legend.
Text Me (this is 3rd party & I cannot respond, but I see all messages)
- If you have more information or a correction on something mentioned in this chapter, email us at luke@lukemordue.com.
- For more information on the show, to find all our social accounts and to ensure you are up to date on all we do, visit www.urbanlegendsfolklore.com
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