In this Halloween special from Tales of Bedlam, Micah and Dustin dive into the grotesque and grimly hilarious Italian tale of The Flayed Old Woman. This twisted story kicks off the podcast’s October spooktacular—a month of unsettling fairy tales sure to make your skin crawl…literally.
An aging woman desperate for love, a delusional king, a sticky syrup makeover, and a magical twist involving mean-spirited fairies—this episode is packed with wild commentary, uncomfortable imagery, and just enough sarcasm to leave you laughing through the horror. If you like fairy tales with a healthy dose of absurdity and body horror, this one’s for you.
Tune in for laughter, lore, and a reminder that love and flaying should never mix.
What did you think of The Flayed Old Woman? Too gross, too funny, or just the right amount of twisted?
Drop us a comment below and let us know your thoughts—or share your own favorite dark fairy tale!
