The Exorcism of Anneliese Michel (Part 2)
Summary
This episode details the tragic 1975 case of Anneliese Michel, whose severe depression was misdiagnosed as demonic possession by Catholic priests. The hosts discuss how Father Alt and Father Renz subjected her to 67 grueling exorcism rites over nine months, ignoring her deteriorating health and starvation. Despite medical warnings, the priests continued the rituals until she died, leading to their conviction for manslaughter through criminal neglect. The story highlights the dangers of religious delusion and the failure of the church and family to seek proper psychiatric care.
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