The Best of Coast to Coast AM Spontaneous Human Combustion - Best of Coast to Coast AM - 1/9/25
Jan 10, 2025
In this captivating discussion, Larry Arnold, an author and expert on pyrophenomena, dives deep into the eerie world of spontaneous human combustion. He explores baffling cases where bodies have burned with minimal damage around them, pondering the common factors among the victims. Arnold challenges scientific skepticism and presents intriguing theories linking this phenomenon to historical events. The bizarre yet fascinating tales keep listeners questioning whether spontaneous combustion is myth or reality.
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Mary Reeser Case Confirmation
- Larry Arnold researched the Mary Reeser case from 1951, a supposed SHC victim.
- He found it was real and covered by newspapers, not fabricated as he initially suspected.
SHC vs. Wick Effect
- Science largely dismisses SHC, attributing it to the wick effect where external flames ignite body fat.
- Arnold argues that this explanation is insufficient, citing failed experiments and the thoroughness of cremation in SHC cases.
Reeser Fire Scene Details
- Mary Reeser's remains were discovered by her landlady after finding the doorknob hot.
- Firefighters described the scene as 'bizarre,' with Reeser mostly ash, minimal surrounding damage, and one foot intact.
