The podcast delves deep into the enigmatic and chilling tale of Christopher Robert Case, a man who tragically met his demise shortly after being cursed by a self-proclaimed witch. The narrative begins with an exploration of the paranormal, emphasizing the need for a critical yet open-minded approach to supernatural phenomena. As the hosts, Doctor Bill and Deb, transition into the story, they outline Case’s life, a successful figure in the music industry who became embroiled in a bizarre incident during a business trip to San Francisco in April 1991. After rejecting the advances of an older woman who claimed to be an expert in ancient Egyptian music, Case found himself the target of a curse, with the woman vowing he would regret his decision and die within a week. Despite his initial dismissal of the curse, Case’s life quickly spirals into a realm of fear and the supernatural as he begins to experience unsettling phenomena in his home, including strange whispers and shadows.

As the hosts narrate the chilling events leading to Case’s death, they highlight the psychological and physiological manifestations of fear he experienced, culminating in a frantic attempt to ward off evil with crucifixes and salt—objects believed to protect against malevolent forces. The story takes a darker turn when police discover Case’s body, surrounded by burnt candles and piles of kosher salt, leading to an investigation that blends elements of the paranormal with medical explanations. The episode raises compelling questions about belief, the power of suggestion, and the intersection of mental health and supernatural experiences, ultimately leaving listeners pondering the true nature of Case’s untimely end.

The hosts wrap up by reflecting on the broader implications of Case’s story within the paranormal context, discussing how societal perceptions of curses can influence reality. The exploration of acute myocarditis as the medical cause of death invites further inquiry into how stress and belief systems might manifest physically, ultimately portraying a multifaceted narrative that intertwines the realms of the supernatural with the tangible realities of human health and psychology.