As Halloween approaches and the leaves change, we're revisiting one of the most controversial and notorious haunted attractions out there: McKamey Manor. Known as the most extreme haunted house experience, McKamey Manor has been pushing the boundaries of fear since 2001. It started as a backyard haunt in a quiet San Diego neighborhood, with the classic jump scares and eerie sounds we all expect. Over time, it transformed into something much darker: a psychological endurance test designed to push people to their limits, both mentally and physically.Reports describe participants enduring grueling challenges and leaving with bloody faces, broken bones, and swollen lips, not to mention the lasting psychological effects. What began as a spooky attraction became an intense and controversial experience that sparked debate over the limits of horror and personal endurance. Join us as we go inside McKamey Manor to see what lies beyond the fear.This episode includes allegations made by former participants and people close to Russ McKamey. He has never been criminally charged over anything that happened at the Manor, and the 2024 charges discussed in this episode were dismissed.Links mentioned in the episode:Reckless Ben: https://www.youtube.com/@RecklessBenDanny Berk: https://www.youtube.com/dannyberkMcKamey Manor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mckameymanorpresents6828Change.org petition: https://www.change.org/p/tennessee-state-senate-shut-down-mckamey-manor?source_location=psf_petitionsRuss McKamey on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.mckameyThanks to our sponsors:Miracle Made: Go to trymiracle.com/crimesalad and use code CRIMESALAD for an extra 20% off plus a free three-piece towel set.Kachava: Go to kachava.com and use code CRIMESALAD for 15% off your first order.HERS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/crimesalad to access personalized, affordable care for weight loss, hair, menopause, and more.HomeChef: For a limited time, Home Chef is offering our listeners 50% off and free shipping on your first box, plus free dessert for life! Go to homechef.com/crimesalad Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert.OneSkin: Born from over 10 years of longevity research, OneSkin is helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, try OneSkin with 15% off using code CRIMESALAD at oneskin.co/crimesalad After you purchase, they'll ask where you heard about them. Please support our show and tell them we sent you!Quince: Find the fall pieces you'll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to quince.com  Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too! And when Quince asks where you heard about them, let them know it was Crime Salad! It's the best way to support the show.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices