Surviving Slenderman: The Peyton Leutner Story

What would you do if your reality turned into a horrifying urban legend? This week on the End of Reason podcast, we journey into the chilling saga of Peyton Leutner, a 12-year-old girl from Waukesha, Wisconsin, who was lured into a woodland trap by her friends and stabbed 19 times--all in the misguided belief of pleasing the mythical online entity, Slenderman. Journey with us as we trace the chilling events that jolted the quaint town in 2014, and learn how Peyton, defying all odds, miraculously survived this brutal attack.
As we delve deeper, we spotlight the unique dynamics of the trio involved in the incident. Discover how Peyton, a compassionate child; Morgan Geyser, a shy girl plagued by early-onset schizophrenia, and Anissa Weier, a victim of bullying, became entwined in the web of a gruesome crime that resulted in Geyser being sentenced to 40 years in a mental institution and Weier serving 25 years. Despite the tragedy, Peyton’s story is one of resilience as she emerged from the shadows of her traumatic experience, striving towards a career in medicine. Tune in as we unravel the interplay of friendship, obsession, and a deadly plan, all against the backdrop of an eerie urban legend. This episode is a stark reminder of the profound impact of online myths on impressionable minds and the enduring strength of the human spirit.