The Dark Roast Pod

Welcome back! We're talking about Sondra London and Krishna, who built the underwater city of Dwarka (and may have been involved with ancient aliens). Grab your coffee and let's go!

Welcome! Join us for a discussion of The Gainesville Ripper, Kelly Green Men, and Hopkinsville Goblins.    Please rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com.

Happy Saturday, Roastlings! Join us today as we discuss  a few "Florida Man" crimes, creepy dolls, and the purchase endangered animals at the flea market.      Please rate, review, and subscribe. We can be found in Instagram, FB, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com.

Welcome to the Dark Roast Pod! It's our 100th episode and oh, boy, do we have some stories for you. Up first we have Barbara Daly Baekeland and her son Antony. Then, we try to salvage everyone's sanity by talking about evil whales in Iceland.    Please rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us on Instagram and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. 

Welcome to the Dark Roast Pod. Today we're discussing the Finnaly Affair (another story that makes you say, "WTF Catholicism?!") and some stories about divination that will make you wonder...   Find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod, or email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com.    If you're in the mood for new coffee check out www.realdope.coffee

Join us as we recover from vertigo and migraines (getting old is super fun, everyone)! Today, you will learn the story of Bobby Dunbar and be baffled as to why people can't identify their child based on their face. You'll also learn about folklore from the Shetland Islands - including the friendliest werewolf ever.    Please rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter @ thedarkroastpod. We can be reached via email at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. 

We are back with a normal length episode! Huzzah! We also remembered to introduce ourselves. Join us as we discuss playing it safe with coffee, what's new, and the perils of being unable to find your laptop charger.  In today's episode, we discuss an heiress named Doris Duke. Pack your bags because she's a trip. Later we talk about the mysterious Butterfly People of Joplin.   Will you give us new coffee suggestions? Drop a line to thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and FB at thedarkroastpod.

Only to give you the shortest episode there ever was on our show...It's a filler with a couple shortie short stories. First up is Madeleine Smith, who got married a lot. Next, we talk about some queer deities (including beings from Mayan, Aztec, Chinese, and Japanese mythology). 

It's the last weekend of January!  Join us as we discuss what we'd change about each other, mini dessert doughnuts, and  Laura's stalking skills. In this episode we dissect the story of Vincent Chin, and later Roderick Ferrell, who started a vampire clan. Let's dive in!   Please rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. Send us story ideas, or really anything else to our email - the darkroastpod@gmail.com.

Yay, team! We're only a couple weeks in and 2021 is proving to be just as crazy as 2020... Anyway, if you need a distraction, this is  the episode for you. Today, we bring you the story of Paula Angel (requested by Nate!) and the murder of Girly Chew Hossencofft. We also dive into the urban legend of mysterious stairs found in the woods...    Please rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us on Instagram, Twitter, and FB at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us suggestions, criticism, or memes at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com  

Happy Weekend! Today, Laura covers a listener request - the case of Timothy and Larissa Schuster. Later we discuss the hauntings of Mr. Ted, Charlotte Rose, and a bridal doll.    Please rate, review, and describe. You can find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. We would also love to receive an email from you at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com.    May you be stronger than the coffee you drink.     

Hello! Please join us for the story of Jean Elizabeth Spangler, a lady who died under mysterious circumstances. We also discuss the random happenings of 2020 that you may have missed (from June - December).    Please rate, review, and subscribe. You email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com and find us on social media under the handle thedarkroastpod. 

Happy December, roastlings! Join us for stories of unregistered cemeteries (Pelham Park, Lincoln Park, Vera Cruz, Dozier FL School for Boys) and a recap of the first half of 2020 - complete with some things you may have missed.    Please rate, review, and subscribe. Email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. Find us on Instagram and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. 

Another week has passed, pushing us closer to 2021. It's also the time of year that we rant about planners. Join us for the tragic story of a nun named Maria Laura Mainetti. We also go over the Curse of Sinatra, and the infamous Kennedy Curse.    Please rate, review, and subscribe! We can be found on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com.     May you be stronger than the coffee you drink. 

In today's episode, we discuss the unsolved and sad murder of Chan Yin-lam. We also learn about angels and why they have to say "Fear not" before appearing.      Please rate, review, and subscribe. If you are so inclined, email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. You can find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. 

It's November. We're excited. We have hope for the first time in 10 years since 2020 began. Join us for a special bonus episode full of election opinions, Destiel, the future we want for our kids, and Utah. You're in for a journey.  Enjoy!

Soooo.....remember how a few weeks ago we couldn't get the date right? This is the long lost episode that was supposed to air on Halloween. Ignore all the preamble because everything we are talking about happened about a month ago. OUR BAD.    Anyway, this is an episode, Laura runs to the story of Tarrare, a man with unusual tastes. Kim goes over the blue moon, what it means, and what you can do.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. Find us on social media at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com.

Today, we discuss the Rattlesnake King - Clark Stanley and the scam that is snake oil. Later we go over some weird tombstones. It's a journey today.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us on Instagram, FB, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us suggestions, comments, suggestions, or just say "hi" at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. 

It's Halloween! This episode, we have problems reading a calendar, which is probably why this episode has nothing to do with Halloween. In our defense, time has lost all meaning in 2020. Laura discusses Jean S. Harris and the murder of the Scarsdale diet creator. Kim tells you about the tapir and jinn.    We hope you have a safe and fun Halloween! You can email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. We are also on FB, Instagram, and Twitter. If you have the time, we'd appreciate it if you rate and subscribe us. 

Good day, lovely humans!    Today, Laura enlightens us about Fritz Moen (a wrongfully convicted man) and the murders of Torunn Finstad, and Sigrid Heggheim. Kim talks about the some Halloween urban legends (poisoned candy, etc..) and the events that made legends.    We hope you have a safe and happy Halloween!    Please rate, review, and subscribe. We can be found on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com  

Happy weekend, roastlings! We're back. Get excited.  This week Laura delves into the story of the Russian version of Elizabeth Bathory - Darya Nikolayevna Saltykova. Kim talks about the Snedecker family and the controversy surrounding their haunting.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter @ thedarkroastpod or you can email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. 

Good news: We survived Hurricane Sally and the shit show that 2020 has been so far. (This episode was recorded before Sally came to visit if you're wondering why we said nothing about it.)   Bad News: Still have a few more months of 2020 left. Bring it on 2020. Bring.It.On.   Join us as we discuss how Laura makes people cry. Laura tells the tale of Mirna Salihin and the coffee murder. Kim tells tales from Duluth Castle and its friendly ghosts.    Also, check out CelinaSpookyBoo https://www.instagram.com/celinaspookyboo/?hl=en She is delightful. 

We're going all the way back to 1873 when Laura tells the story of Elizabeth Lloyd King. Kim tells you about some swamp things, including the squonk - soon to be your new favorite cryptid.    As always, please rate, review, subscribe, and comment. We're lonely. Talk to us.     

Good day, roastlings! We've returned with cheesecake. This week we tell you about the first woman executed in the US after the Declaration of Independence, Bathsheba Ruggles (Spooner). Next, we discuss the Likho and Vila. Remember, if you're going to search for evil, you need to be prepared with weapons. 

Have you watched the new Unsolved Mysteries? We did and we have thoughts. Also, we're going to be trolling yacht clubs as our new hobby. You're in for a fun bonus episode. Trust us.      Shout out to Re-Solved Mysteries. Check them out if you can't get enough Unsolved Mysteries and want a fresh take on the best show from your childhood.      Please rate, review, and subscribe! You can find us on Instagram, Twitter and FB. 

Happy weekend, roastlings! Today, Laura tells you the story of Church of the Firstborn (the LaBaron family) and its three (yes, that's right) sub-cults. What. A. Train wreck. Kim talks about the penanggalan and the manananggal - creatures who are just floating heads and organs. The heads twinkle. Oh yeah.     May you be stronger than the coffee you drink.      As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. Slide into our DMs on Instagram, FB, or Twitter. If you like a more direct approach, you an email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com

We're back! We missed you all. We're going overseas this episode as Laura tells us the tragic story of Pamela Werner and Kim tells us about kitsune and the most notorious of them all -Tamamo No Mae.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter. You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. 

Happy Saturday, roastlings! We're extra tired, but trying to pretend we're not. You can tell by how often we're saying "like". Sorryyyy. There's a throwback to Episode 11 with Madame Marquise de Brinvillers! We're coming at you with some shortie shorts today. Chrissy the doll (who isn't haunted as far as we know) makes an appearance) as Laura tells us the story of Marianne Bachmeir. Kim tells us about some mythological doggos (Cavall, cadejos, Fenrir, Cerberus).  

Woof at the technical difficulties we had trying to get this episode out. Strap in as Laura tells us the story of Sada Abe and Kim tells us about the sad preta, hungry ghosts, and some snippets about haunted restaurants.    Want to hear a specific story? Want us to tell YOUR story? Email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. Find us on FB, Instagram, or Twitter as well. 

Lockdown Day: 1298. Unbreak our hearts and listen to this episode. Or any episode. Or all the episodes. Laura tells us the story of Shelia Bellush and (possibly) the worst custody battle you've ever heard of. Kim tells you about the mysterious witch Araida, who may or may not have existed, and the many legends surrounding her.      As always, you can find us on FB, Twitter, and Instagram. You can email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com.  

Happy...whatever day of the week it is. We can't keep up anymore. Laura tells the story of Charles Starkweather and Caril Fugate. Later, Kim regales you with the local legend of the Whitmire Ghoul (for real, if we go missing - come look for us). You're in for several wild rides this episode, so grab your coffee, strap in, and let's go!  

We have a short episode for you this week as we attempt to navigate recording from our separate homes for the first time. Forgive the audio quality. Anyway, Laura tells us about the Blazing Car Murder and Kim tells us why people thought left handed people were evil.    If you'd like to suggest a topic, email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. Find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at the Dark Roast Pod. Seriously. We're all stuck inside. Talk to us. 

Welcome to the Dark Roast Pod! We're drinking S'mores Coffee from Archer Farms this episode. We hope everyone is doing well in this new age of social distancing. This week we talk about the murder of Joyce Chiang and then the Inquisition and what it did to Joan of Arc.   Shout out to: Lore Olympod!

Welcome, roastlings! We hope you are practicing safe social distancing. Did you know that a new home cost $12,000 in the 50's? This week, we dive into the cold case of Maria Ridulph and the Southend Werewolf.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. Find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. 

Welcome to the Dark Roast Pod, where you should be grateful you do not hear 90% of what we say! We're drinking Folgers Noir and reminiscing about the 90's.    We're taking it all the way back to 1992 for a prologue, but the bulk of Laura's story takes place in 1993. It's the story of Albert Joseph "Joey" Fisher Jr. and Christina Cisneros, who had a horrific mother.  This is wild, y'all.    Later, we discuss dream culture and symbolism. Tell us your weird dreams. We wanna hear.    By the way, IT'S GIVEAWAY TIME! Drop us a review on itunes, screen shot it, email that and your address to thedarkroastpod@gmail.com and we will mail you some coasters. Because we love you. 

...on the ceiling if you want me. Twice on the pipe *ding ding* if the answer is noooo! Anyway - there's a lot happening today. Emily is back! Laura is living a boring life!     We tell the tale of Tillie Klimek, a murderer with no official body count. She claims she was a psychic, but really she was just telling everyone her killing schedule.    Later we discuss a lot of loosely related things that center around knocking. We also very loudly disagree with a popular demonic activity theory.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. Come hang out with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com     As always, may you be stronger than the coffee you drink.   

And we're back! Today we bum you out with the story of George Stinney and the messed up town he lived in. Later, Kim goes real dark side and reveals the messy, messy tale of Gilles de Rais.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. Let us know what you want to hear about. Drop by and say "hi". 

Welcome to the Dark Roast Pod, where we continue to make questionable life choices but will always continue to tell you stories! (And give you vital information for your everyday life.) Laura tells us about Betty Lou Beets who is "one hell of a f'ing character". You will also learn how Kim determines if a man is a serial killer. Later, we discuss witch bottles and jar spells.    As always, please, rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us FB, Instagram, and Twitter. Email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. 

Happy February, roastlings! Today we bring you the creepy story of Bible John who always knew when women were menstruating. As if that time of the month isn't traumatic enough. And since it's a new year, we go over a new set of zodiac signs! This time it's the Celtic zodiac. Let us know which set of signs you find most accurate.    Remember, if you don't want to feel lonely, don't kill the people around you. Jerk.   As always, please rate, review, and subscribe! If you want to send us story ideas or anything else hit us up at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. We can also be found on Instagram, FB, and Twitter. 

It's fucking February already guys. What the heck. How's everyone doing on those New Years Resolutions?!   Join us as we discuss the murder of June Maloney and her horrible husband, who still hasn't been caught. Later, we discuss the myths behind the Northern Lights. 

Welcome! Kim is on the floor as Laura tells us the story of the 1963 government experiment of radiation effects on testicles. You read that right. It's terrible. In the second half of our episode, Kim tells you about a couple witches in Greek mythology. This is a pretty bad episode for men all around...   May your ex die in a particularly unspectacular way like Jason, who betrayed his wife.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. Find us on FB, Twitter, and Instagram. We want to hear from you. :)   Check out You Totally Made That Up !

How is January treating you, little roastlings? Hopefully better than the stranger than fiction-like story of Victoria Cilliers, her whack-ass husband Emile, and the other women he manipulated. Later, we talk about the origins of Jesus's grandmother. You read that right. Help us unpack.    Check out True Crime Snacktime! 

We have a short episode for you today but hot damn, is there a lot to unpack here! We discuss the strange life and death of Simon Dale, his ex-wife Susan Wilberforce/de Stempel and their peculiar marriage and divorce.  Later, we go over Janus and new beginnings (partially because Kim discussed Sailor Pluto with Cody over at Canadian Kooks. Take a listen to our friends. Also, watch Sailor Moon). And remember, no dick is worth killing your friend over.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe! Find us on Twitter and Instagram at thedarkroastpod and we are on FB too. 

It's 2020, Roastlings! Let's learn about why burning soup enrages people like Fritz Angerstein. Later, we are still hanging out in Germany, and discuss the legend of Frau Holle.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. It helps keep our spirits up. 

Happy Holidays, Roastlings! Join us as we exchange gifts, discuss Joseph's careful debate about what he's going to chew, and people who try to ruin your eating habits. Laura tells us the incredibly fucked up story of Bruno Fernandes Das Dores de Souza (spoiler alert: we hate him). Kim then reads you the story, "Dark Christmas" by  Jeanette Winterson. Come learn why you should never go into an attic and take down a nativity scene.    Shout out: Book of Lies    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. Email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. Catch up with us on FB, Twitter and Instagram. We want to hear from you. 

Happy Holidays! Today Laura discusses the disappearance of Sky Metalwala, the sketchy circumstances surrounding the situation, and possible theories. After, settle in with some hot chocolate and Turkish Delight, because Kim tells you the fairy tale of the Snow Queen, who likes to kidnap children and was the inspiration for Elsa and also the White Witch in Chronicles of Narnia.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. We want to hear from you. Email us, catch up with us on social media. You know the drill. 

In this week's episode, Laura covers the story of Rita Gorgonowa, a lady who may or may not have done messed up things. Let us know what you think. Kim regales us with stories of 3 witches in history (Agnes Sampson, Merga Bien, Malin Matsdotter) who were probably more innocent than you think. Because it's been a while since she bummed you out like that. There's also a ghost, horoscopes, and cows...?   As always please rate, review, and subscribe. Connect with us on Instagram, FB, and Twitter! You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com. We want to hear from you!

Happy December, Roastlings! We're having a party and you're invited. Stay tuned to the end for details. It'll be a scream. We also have a special promo at the end of the episode.    This week Laura discusses the unsolved case of Brittanee Drexel.  After, Kim discusses dead bodies and the things people do with them. Funerals and funeral rites are different world wide and we get into some doozies here.    Check out our friends at Depth of Darkness!   The book Kim references can be found here: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes

Good day, roastlings! This week we discuss Maria Hertogh riots and what happened to her after...then, we discuss a family sure to make you feel better about yours this holiday season.    If you are not interested in planners please skip the first 2 minutes and 38 seconds of this episode. Because we had feelings. About planners.  ¯_(ツ)_/¯

Welcome back, roastlings! Today we discuss the very, very involved murder plot that Joseph Albert Guay concocted with Marguerite Pitre. Also, if you want to win Laura's love, bring her a bouquet of gloves. Just do it. We also discuss the Dullahan and Dearg Dur.    Broaden your horizons with our friends! Rebel Girls Book Club and Some Kind of Brown!   Also, shop small and check out Kindosity and A Whimsical Willow.

Welcome to the Dark Roast Pod where we give you introvert shopping tips! That aside, we also try to figure out how one manages to get hit in the head with a sleigh without dying when Laura tells us the messed up story of Martha Place. Kim discusses types of green magick and specifically kitchen witchcraft.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe! Also, catch up with us on social media - we're everywhere at thedarkroastpod. You can also email us at thedarkroastpod@gmail.com with questions, comments, or complaints (about the show or just life in general).