The Book of the Dead

By: Courtney Liso
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  • A weekly true crime podcast, hosted by a mother and daughter, striving to be the voices of those who can no longer speak for themselves. The inspiration behind the Book of the Dead is to shed light on cases and victims that have gone, more or less unnoticed by the media and in other podcasts, instead of focusing on more famous or sensationalized cases, the Book of the Dead does what it can to put focus on the the ones that are more obscure. Join Courtney and Lisa every Sunday for a new case and join them on a journey to get justice for those that have been waiting far too long for it.
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  • Chapter 92: An Exorcism in Enfield-The Death of Kennedy Ife

    Chapter 92: An Exorcism in Enfield-The Death of Kennedy Ife
    Feb 5 2025
    Today, we delve into the dark world of exorcisms and the tragic case of Kennedy Ife, a 26-year-old man from Enfield, London, whose shocking death in 2016 raised unsettling questions about faith, mental health, and the dangers of so-called demonic possession.We explore the history and controversy surrounding exorcisms—age-old rituals performed to cast out supposed evil spirits—and how belief in possession has led to terrifying and sometimes fatal consequences. Then, we take a deep dive into Kennedy Ife’s case, where his family claimed he was possessed and restrained him in an attempt to drive out the "demon"—a decision that ultimately led to his tragic demise.Was Kennedy a victim of supernatural forces, or was his suffering the result of a misunderstood medical or psychological crisis? Join us as we analyze the facts and the trial that followed, unraveling one of the most disturbing exorcism-related deaths in recent history.Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Patreon: The Book of the Dead PodcastInstagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.com Don't forget to Rate, Review, & Share with someone who would like the PodcastPromo for Missing in the PNW PodcastThe Pacific Northwest is known for it's beautiful coastline, green interior, rainy weather, and spectacular mountains, but because of all of this it's also the perfect place to go missing.Listen hereAmes, J. (2019, February 5). Family deny killing their ill son in home exorcism. The Times. https://www.thetimes.com/article/family-deny-killing-their-ill-son-in-home-exorcism-hdf8vn23kBBC News. (2019, February 4). Kennedy Ife death: Man “killed by family in botched exorcism.”https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-47116344Broken heart syndrome. (2021, October 16). Johns Hopkins Medicine. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/broken-heart-syndromeDearden, L. (2019, February 4). Man died after being tied up by family at London home in belief he was ‘possessed’, court hears | The Independent. The Independent. https://www.the-independent.com/news/uk/crime/exorcism-possession-uk-london-death-kennedy-ife-parents-family-brothers-restrained-a8763026.htmlDepartment of Health & Human Services. (n.d.). Fever. Better Health Channel. https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/feverExorcism. (n.d.). USCCB. https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/sacraments-and-sacramentals/sacramentals-blessings/exorcismFrater, J. (2014, June 21). 10 deadly exorcisms. Listverse. https://listverse.com/2014/02/04/10-deadly-exorcisms/Garcia, F., & Garcia, F. (2024, August 9). Inside the global exorcism ‘Boom’ VICE. https://www.vice.com/en/article/exorcisms-rise-2019-pentecostalism-catholicism/Herndon, K., RN. (2024, March 7). When is a fever too high? Verywell Health. https://www.verywellhealth.com/when-is-a-fever-too-high-770347Independent. (2019, February 12). Family accused of killing man during apparent exorcism “believed a demon was in him”, court told | The Independent. The Independent. https://www.the-independent.com/news/uk/crime/family-exorcism-demon-kenny-ife-enfield-north-london-a8775321.htmlKaptchuk, T., Kerr, C., & Zanger, A. (2009). Placebo Controls, Exorcism and the Devil. Lancet, 374(9697), PMC2819054. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0140-6736(09)61775-xReynolds, T. (2025, January 28). Bad Medicine: The horrific “Exorcism” and death of Kennedy Ife. Medium. https://medium.com/tftunderworld/bad-medicine-the-horrific-exorcism-and-death-of-kennedy-ife-77a016da0556Symptoms of food poisoning. (2025, January 31). Food Safety. https://www.cdc.gov/food-safety/signs-symptoms/index.html#:~:text=The%20most%20common%20symptoms%20of,down%2C%20and%20signs%20of%20dehydration.Wills, E. (2019, March 14). Kennedy Ife death: North London family cleared of killing man, 26, during suspected exorcism | London Evening Standard. The Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/news/crime/kennedy-ife-death-north-london-family-cleared-of-killing-man-26-during-suspected-exorcism-a4092131.htmlYuki, E. (2022, October 2). Exorcisms: The Centuries‑Long History of Expelling Evil. History. https://www.history.com/news/exorcisms-christianity-gospels-movie
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  • Chapter 91: Murder on Campus-The Virginia Olson Cold Case w/ Brian and Cameron Santana

    Chapter 91: Murder on Campus-The Virginia Olson Cold Case w/ Brian and Cameron Santana
    Jan 22 2025
    On April 15, 1973, the body of 19-year-old Virginia Olson was found on the campus of the University of North Carolina-Ashville. She had been brutally murdered on a campus that considered itself to be so safe, they didn't need security. The investigation spanned decades but ultimately came to a standstill, until two brothers, one a professor, and the other a cop, started digging into Virginia's case themselves.

    Today, those brothers, Brian and Cameron Santana join The Book of the Dead to tell Virginia's story and what they uncovered to put together into a book they have written about Virginia's case hoping to spark new interest and discussions about her in order to get a resolution for her loved ones. With more twists and coincidences that no one would have ever expected, and a suspect that has never been publicly named until now, the Santana brothers have worked tirelessly to get answers.

    Get A Murder On Campus: The Cop, The Professor, and North Carolina's Most Notorious Cold Case here

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Chapter 90: Frenemies to Fatalities-The Murders of Missy Avila & Skylar Neese feat. Beyond the Rainbow Podcast

    Chapter 90: Frenemies to Fatalities-The Murders of Missy Avila & Skylar Neese feat. Beyond the Rainbow Podcast
    Jan 14 2025
    Together with C.J., host of Beyond the Rainbow: True Crimes of the LGBTQ, we dive into two heart-wrenching cases where friendships turned deadly. The murders of Missy Avila and Skylar Neese are the ultimate betrayal, each one a tragic tale of trust shattered by jealousy, deceit, and revenge.Missy Avila, a bright and promising teenager, was brutally murdered by two supposed friends—victims of a toxic friendship gone horribly wrong. Her case remains a disturbing reminder of how close-knit bonds can unravel in an instant, ending in violence.Skylar Neese’s story is equally harrowing. Lured into a deadly trap by her best friends, Skylar’s brutal murder stunned a community and left behind an endless trail of unanswered questions. As the truth slowly came to light, it was revealed that betrayal had been festering beneath the surface, ultimately culminating in Skylar's tragic death.Join us as we explore the dark side of "frenemy" relationships, unraveling the motives behind these heinous acts and the lasting consequences they left on the families and communities involved. These are not just stories of murder—they are stories of friendship turned fatalThanks to CJ from Beyond the Rainbow for collaborating with us to tell Missy and Skylar's stories! Find CJ and more information about her podcast hereConnect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.com https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1990-02-01-me-1651-story.htmlhttps://www.aetv.com/real-crime/best-friends-who-killed-togetherhttps://vocal.media/criminal/karen-severson-and-laura-doylehttps://www.amazon.com/Missys-Murder-Betrayal-Southern-California-ebook/dp/B07NMHXD58https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1988-08-29-me-785-story.htmlhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/skylar-neesehttps://thecinemaholic.com/shelia-eddy-rachel-shoaf-relationship/https://www.brownstonelaw.com/blog/bff-killers/https://www.celebsagewiki.com/skylar-neesehttps://wvmetronews.com/2024/07/08/shoaf-denied-parole-for-a-second-time-in-skylar-neese-murder/https://heavy.com/news/2019/08/murder-of-skylar-neese/https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/national/a-teenage-killers-eerie-tweets-she-sent-after-stabbing-friend-to-death-we-really-did-go-on-threehttps://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/murder-skylar-neese-killers-today-rachel-shoaf-shelia-eddyhttps://www.animascorp.com/skylar-neese-stabbed-the-number-of-times-revealed/https://dailydodge.com/how-2-teenagers-plotted-their-best-friends-murder/https://wvmetronews.com/2014/02/27/rachel-shoaf-sentenced-to-30-years-in-prison/https://oddstops.com/location.php?id=249bo<
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Excellent Podcast!

I just finished binging on all the episodes of this podcast and I love this mother/daughter team and I love the information they provide. They work as a great tag team, with Courtney telling the stories expertly and Lisa interjecting with all the things that we’re thinking while we listen and want to shout out as we listen. Each chapter is well researched and well presented. I can’t wait for more chapters!

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