In this episode of the Compendium: An Assembly of Fascinating and Intriguing Things, we plunge into the dark history and unsettling tales surrounding the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles. Once a luxurious destination in the 1920s, it has evolved into America's most dangerous hotel. Our journey explores the spine-chilling stories of ghosts and murder that have turned the Cecil into a place of legend. 

We delve into the mysterious case of Elisa Lam, whose untimely death has ignited discussions about the hotel's supposed curse. Moving through time, we'll examine how Prohibition and organized crime shaped its early days, adding another layer to its notoriety. But the Cecil isn't just haunted by ghosts; it's also affected by real-world issues like PTSD, as the hotel stands near the troubled area of Skid Row. We'll touch upon the economic crisis and the Great Depression's impact on affordable housing, unraveling how these factors have contributed to the Cecil's fearsome reputation.

We give you the Compendium, but if you want more, then check out these great resources:

1. "American Horror Story: Hotel" - See how the Cecil Hotel inspired the fifth season of this hit show.
2. "The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel" - A Netflix documentary that delves into the mysterious disappearance of Elisa Lam.

Host & Show Info

• Hosts: Kyle Risi & Adam Cox
• About: Kyle and Adam are more than just your hosts, they’re your close friends sharing intriguing stories from tales from the darker corners of true crime, the annals of your forgotten history books, and the who's who of incredible people.
• Intro Music: Alice in dark Wonderland by Aleksey Chistilin

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