The Dark Truth Podcast

Join Elizabeth around the fireplace as they tell tales of holiday traditions and spooky stories as added chills to your cold December nights. 

Elizabeth Hepburn Conner returns to The Dark Truth Podcast with three eerie legends of towns that disappeared overnight. 

In this episode, Elizabeth retells the tale of four lovers succumbing to the tricks and mischief of a forest when they runaway to find true love among themselves. The love story quickly takes a dark turn when a woodland spirit initiates his revenge on those he's believes deserves it. Reference:William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's DreamSocial MediaInstagram: @lizhepburnconner @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTikTok: @thedarktruthpodcast

It is official! This is the first official episode of Season Four: Dead Academy.In this episode, Elizabeth joins in the on the phone tag of ghosts stories spread across these three campuses about a haunted hall in Michigan State University, a royal who still lurks Christ Church College, and a slew of sighting at jesuit university.Find the podcast: https://linktr.ee/thedarktruthpodcastReferences for this episode: Hauntings of Oxford from oxfordsummercourses.com  Mary Mayo Hauntings | MSU hauntings 

This is the final episode of season three with a sweeping wrap-up, along with a tale of the haunted laundry room Elizabeth herself heard once on her campus. This episode also entails the revelation of the theme and mission of season four!Video Version of this episode:https://youtu.be/A8vBiNsFWDYBuy Book: In the Cold Where You Left Mehttps://elizabethhepburnconner.com/buy-the-book/Connect through Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/thedarktruthpodcastofficial/https://www.instagram.com/lizhepburnconner/https://www.tiktok.com/@thedarktruthpodcast?lang=en   

In this episode, Elizabeth revisits old tales surrounding the origins of April Fool's Day like Il Festivale di Hilaria and the story of Dolos the God of Hoaxes. References used in this episode:April Fool's Day | History.comhttps://www.history.com/topics/holidays/april-fools-dayDOLUS (Dolos) - Greek God or Spirit of Trickery & Guilehttps://www.theoi.com/Daimon/Dolos.htmlMusic Used in this episode Medieval tavern music for30 minuteshttps://youtu.be/7WdVT2wsPzo  Follow the podcast onTik Tok: @thedarktruthpodcastInstagram: @thedarktruthpodcastofficialFollow Elizabeth onTik Tok: @lilibethspeaksInstagram: @lizhepburnconner

In this anniversary special, Elizabeth reminisces on the podcast's journey and tells three original short stories to celebrate!Find my stories on Vocal Media!https://vocal.media/authors/elizabeth-h-connerSocial mediaInstagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTikTok: @thedarktruthpodcastofficial, @lizhepburnconner

In this episode, Elizabeth reads a few stories found under the subreddits r/creepyenounters and r/letsnotmeetagain. Social mediaInstagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTikTok: @thedarktruthpodcastofficial, @lizhepburnconner

It's Christmas Eve! The finale of the "'Round the Fireplace" special that reanimates a twist of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, a poem by Clement Clarke Moore. Elizabeth gets a visit by a ghostly friend who urges her to continue the tradition of telling ghost stories on Christmas Eve. So, she tells two Christmas Eve creepypastas that add spooks to the holiday flare. Social mediaInstagram: @thedarktruthpodcastofficial, @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @thedarktruthpodcast, @lizhepburnconnerStories used in the episode:Story #1: Santa Clawshttps://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Santa_ClawsStory #2: The Naughty Listhttps://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/The_Naughty_ListIntro Song:Dancing of the Sugar Plum Fairy from "The Nutcracker" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdfEo2_JJh4

This is the third episode of the holiday run-on mini series, 'Round the Fireplace, where Liz carries the tradition of telling ghosts stories for the Christmas season. In this episode, Liz tells the horrifying tale of someone experiencing the aftermath of opening a Dybukk box. Social mediaInstagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastoffiicialTikTok: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerArticles used in this episode: Dibbuk written by an author from the popular website CreepypastaWiki.com https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/DibbukMusic used in this episodeDance of the Sugar Plum Fairyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdfEo2_JJh4&feature=youtu.beCreepy Music Box Soundhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYCOwzTqcGQFireplace with soothing piano musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgHKb_7884o&feature=youtu.be

In Act II of the Christmas special, Round the Fireplace, Elizabeth retells a dark story of an elf and his thirst for vanity behind a distorted gift he created named Pepe, the Rabbit. Social mediaInstagram: @thedarktruthpodcastofficial, @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @thedarktruthpodcast, @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerLink to the story used in this episode"Santa's Other Workshop" by KillaHawke1 (This is the actual author. I read the wrong name for author's credit). https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Santa%27s_Other_WorkshopLinks to the music used in this episode:Creepy Music Box | 30 Minutes of Creepy Music Box Medley | Free Download Linkshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYCOwzTqcGQCrackling fireplace with relaxing piano music https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=crackling+fireplace+with+relaxing+piano+music+

This is the first episode of The Dark Truth Podcast's Christmas special: 'Round the Fireplace. In Act I, Elizabeth talks about the forgotten Christmas tradition of the telling of specters and phantoms on Christmas Eve. This episode features an excerpt from A Christmas Carol  by Charles Dickens. Social mediaInstagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTikTok: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerLink to my new poetry book November Numb!https://www.amazon.com/November-Numb-Elizabeth-Hepburn-Conner/dp/B09M7KJS81/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Elizabeth+Hepburn+conner&qid=1638565645&sr=8-1

In this episode, Elizabeth seeks to unravel a few mysteries. First, we will talk about the origin of the arbol de la muerte or the "Tree of Death". Then, we cover the 13-year mystery of the missing movie memorabilia, The Wizard of OZ movie ruby slippers. Finally, we wrap the episode with the curse of the Bronze Lady of Sleep Hollow. Social media handles:Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTikTok: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerArticles used in this episode:This 'Tree of Death' is Toxic, You Can't Even Stand Under It When It Rains https://www.sciencealert.com/this-tree-of-death-is-so-toxic-you-can-t-even-stand-under-it-when-it-rainsDorothy's stolen ruby slippers: a bizarre tale of obsession, small-town gossip and a police hunt that took 13 yearshttps://www.thestar.com/news/world/2019/05/19/dorothys-stolen-ruby-slippers-a-bizarre-tale-of-obsession-small-town-gossip-and-a-police-hunt-that-took-13-years.htmlSleepy Hollow's lesser known ghost story: The Curse of the Bronze Lady in New Yorkhttps://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/nation/2021/10/25/sleepy-hollow-ghosts-bronze-lady-new-york/6175251001/

In this episode, Elizabeth celebrates Halloween with some of the creepiest and bone-chilling stories like the tale of the Bell Witch and ghosts that simply want to join the tricks and treats. This episode simulates a haunted house with the shrilling tunes of "Toccata and Fugue in d minor" playing in the background, ear-piercing shrieks, and the nightmarish thumps of your heart going, "Boom! Boom! BOOM!" Social Media:Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficial

In this episode, Elizabeth introduces a new schedule change and announces the release of her very first single! Then she dives into the sinister tales of Jack O'Lantern and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hallow. Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficial

In this episode, Elizabeth takes on the infamous stories behind the Salem Witch Trials, its accusers, and victims. Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficial

Halloween is on its way and the air is tense with spooky thrills. Inspired by the hype of Netflix's Squid Game, Elizabeth gives her two senses in on some of the scariest paranormal games to date. Warning: Paranormal Activity!Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcast

This episode is all about the dark truth behind dreams. First, Elizabeth will try to understand how various cultures interpret dreams. Then she'll briefly looking into a scientific explanation behind some of the most common types of dreams and sleep disturbances. Finally, she will get to the bone-chilling tales of those who found themselves in dreams they could not pull out of.Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficialArticles used for this episode:Here's What These Ancient Cultures Believed About Dreamshttps://dreamtending.com/blog/what-do-dreams-mean-ancient-cultures/5 Scary Things to Know About Dreams and Nightmares - The Sleep Doctorhttps://thesleepdoctor.com/2018/10/30/5-scary-things-to-know-about-dreams-and-nightmares/3 Scary & Crazy Lucid Dreaming Stories - Awaken to Lucid Dreams https://www.awaken2luciddreams.com/3-scary-crazy-lucid-dreaming-stories/

Welcome to The Dark Truth Podcast. In this episode, Elizabeth finds an article that helps listeners ward of Autumn superstitions. Then, she reads a beautiful piece about the spiritual meaning of the Fall Equinox. Finally, she tells the tale of a Roman goddess of plump apples and well-tended orchards. Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastAutumn Superstitions: Conkers, Roses, and Falling Leaveshttps://www.icysedgwick.com/autumn-superstitions/The Spiritual Meaning of Fall Equinoxhttps://wristchakra.com/blogs/wristchakrablog/the-spiritual-meaning-of-fallThe Romans and the Festival of Pomona http://bennysplace.com/oneworld/romans-festival-pomona/

We return with more accounts from the horrifying era of the Witch Hunt between the 15th and 17th Centuries. In this episode, Elizabeth will stop in 15th Century France to revisit the tragic life story of brave heroine Joan of Arc. Then she returns to the 17th Century States, specifically in Virginia, to learn about the trial of Grace Sherwood aka the Witch of Pungo.  Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficial

In this episode, Elizabeth stumbles upon a beautiful blue diamond that is said to have wreaked havoc upon whoever possesses the diamond. It had many names like the Tavernier Blue, the French Blue, and, now, the Hope Diamond.  Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficial

In this episode, Elizabeth travels back to the eras between the 15th and 17th Centuries, a time when witch trials plagued both Europe and colonial-era America.  She also dares to stare into the eyes of the Blair Witch legend and dives deep into its mysteries. Disclaimer: gore, graphic description, phobias, and mentions of psychological illnesses.Social Medias:Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficialNew Book:The Gilded Age of Youth | Paperback & Pre-order of Ebook (Pre-order Ebook with 33% off until 9/27/2021)  https://www.amazon.com/Gilded-Age-Youth-Härley-Darlin-ebook/dp/B099QFTY7N/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=harley+darlin&qid=1631309818&sr=8-4References:The Legend of the Blair Witch: Myths that Created an Infamous Curse | Ancient Origins https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends/legend-blair-witch-myths-created-infamous-curse-006978 The Fear of Witchcraft or Wiccaphobiahttps://www.verywellmind.com/fear-of-witchcraft-2671821How Mass Hysteria is Related to Groupthinkhttps://www.verywellmind.com/understanding-groupthink-2671595

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In this episodes, Elizabeth recaps on Season 2 and the changes the podcast has experienced, as well as revealing the theme and title for Season 3. Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficial

In this episode, Harley reviews a horror movie that sends her on a rant. Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcast"Lights Out" (2016) https://www.hulu.com/movie/e13a8a54-ccb3-44e6-8ae9-b9bdb680a932?utm_source=shared_link

In the episode, Elizabeth tries to make do with a really bad heat wave by going back in time to the summer of 1977 and the events that rattled New York City's reputation and its people like the Son of Sam killings and a historical citywide blackout. Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficial

In this episode, Harley takes the podcast overseas to visit lores that still haunt Korean culture.  Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficial

This episode addressed the reasons for changing the name of the podcast as well as the conspiracies surrounding the tragic death of the beautiful actress Marilyn Monroe. Instagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficial

In this episode, Elizabeth returns to folklore. This time, she travels back to the medieval history of the infamous Pied Piper of Hamelin and how jesters, tricksters, and clowns became a part of your means for laughter and entertainment. Social MediaInstagram: @lizhepburnconnerWattpad: @lizhepburnconnerTikTok: @lizhepburnconner & @thedarktruthpodcastofficialThe Pied Piper of Hamelinhttp://www.shortstories4kids.com/2020/07/pied-piper-Hamelin-story.htmlhttps://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends/pied-piper-hamelin-001969The Trickster, the Jester, the Clown: The Brief Mythology and Ancient History of the Harbingers of Laughter and Fearhttps://martinifisher.com/2019/04/26/the-trickter-the-jester-the-clown-the-brief-mythology-and-ancient-history-of-the-harbingers-of-laughter-and-fear/

In this episode, take a trip with Elizabeth around the US as she visits local tales that still haunt each state.  

In this episode, Elizabeth dabbles into the world of horror that involves aliens and the possible evidence of their existence. 

In this episode, Elizabeth visits urban legends that are true or a derivative of a true event. Social Media:Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTwitter: @lizhepburnconnerArticle used in the episode:30 Urban Legends That Are Totally True | Best Lifehttps://bestlifeonline.com/true-urban-legends/

In this episode, Elizabeth takes a trip to the Big Apple and the rest of NY State, hunting for fright-worthy urban legends like the Ghostly Train at Hell Gate Bridge and the hotbed of Bigfoot sightings in Upstate NY.

In this episode, Elizabeth dabbles in mayhem in the summer haze with two creepypastas and one original short story. Social media:Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTwitter: @lizhepburnconnerCamping | Creepypasta Wikihttps://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/CampingSummer of '97 | Creepypasta Wikihttps://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Summer_of_%2797

In this episode, Elizabeth refuses to end Pride month without celebrating as she talks about the history of Pride and the Stonewall Riots. Social media:Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTwitter: @lizhepburnconner1969 Stonewall Riots - Origins, Timeline & Leaders - HISTORYhttps://www.history.com/topics/gay-rights/the-stonewall-riotsMovement Advancement Project | Organizations Working to Improve the Lives of LGBT Americanshttps://www.lgbtmap.org/resource-page

In this episode, Elizabeth dabbles back into reading creepypastas for storytime episodes. Social Media:Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastTwitter: @lizhepburnconnerThe Fun House https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/The_Fun_HouseDr.  T's Fun House https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Dr._T%27s_Fun_HouseCircus https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Circus

In this episode, Elizabeth reads a couple of articles about well-known haunted amusement parks like the Queen Mary Ship, Disneyland, and an abandoned Six Flags park. Social media:Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastTwitter: @lizhepburnconnerAllegedly Haunted Amusement Parks And Attractions Anyone Can Visit Todayhttps://www.ranker.com/list/haunted-amusement-parks/hannah-gilham10 Haunted Theme Parks That Were Abandonedhttps://www.thetravel.com/haunted-abandoned-theme-parks/

Elizabeth is excited to officially start season 2. In this episode, she shares two original short stories from her upcoming literary horror collection "Creepshow: Circuit '89". She also tells the legend of how a once-beloved amusement park becomes haunted by a blood-thirsty ghost. 

This trailer introduces Season 2 of The GEEK Zombie Podcast, coming this summer on June 17th! Hosted by Elizabeth H. Conner. Update: Now called The Dark Truth Podcast

This is the official finale of Season One. In the finale, Elizabeth H. Conner recaps how she created The GEEK Zombie Podcast. She also reveals what Season Two is all about and when it will be released.  NOTE: This episode was before the podcast/host name change.Social media links:Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastTwitter: @lizhepburnconnerLink to Start Your Own Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1691470Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

This is the second to last episode of Season One! Elizabeth shares some of the truly terrifying novels she's read over the years! Included in this list are works written by Stephen King and Edgar Allen Poe.  Social mediaInstagram: @lizhepburnconnerTik Tok: @lizhepburnconner

Elizabeth is gradually wrapping up the season with another Zombie Talk episode. In this episode, she talks about her childhood favorites like Goosebumps, Halloween (1978), and The Twilight Zone. Addams Family 60s TV serieshttps://youtu.be/NCeu5Wy-oVI Link to START YOUR OWN PODCAST!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1691470Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTik Tok: @lizhepburnconnerThank you for listening!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Elizabeth tells more tales of characters stuck in an altered reality. First, we'll try to avoid a cursed generational mirror that has caused many to lose touch with reality. Then, a girl named Mariza is haunted by a shadow in the comforts of her home. Finally, we will follow a nightmare that has troubled teenage boy Laurie for years.Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTikTok: @lizhepburnconnerLink to start your own podcast TODAY!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1691470Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

In this episode, Elizabeth takes a nosedive in sharing a couple of stories she wrote herself. First, she tells the tale of how keeping a candle lit every night saved a woman's life. Then, she overlook a date between a ghoul and an unlucky man. Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTikTok: @lizhepburnconnerLink to start your own podcast!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1691470Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Elizabeth kicks back for a moment to talk about the top ten scariest characteristics of social media.   Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastTikTok: @lizhepburnconnerLink to start your own podcast! Get a $20 Amazon gift card when you first sign up!  https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1691470Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Mini episodes will be a bookmark for every season to inform listeners that the GEEK Zombie podcast is nearing the end of the season. In this episode, Härley travels to 16-Century Denmark, where she meets three famous ghosts at a castle with over 100 phantom inhabitants! Link to start your new podcast with Buzzsprout!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1691470Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Road trip! In this episode, Härley takes us on holiday filled with gore, scare, and the paranormal with more popular creepypastas!LINK to start your own podcast with Buzzsprout, with a $20 Amazon gift card for signing up with a paid plan!  https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1691470Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

In this episode, Härley sends chills as she reminds us what might happen when unknown callers quickly become unknown horrors. 

This episode is more laidback as Elizabeth talks about her favorite films to watch these days, like The Blair Witch Project, the Oujia Experiment, and Creep. Instagram: @lizhepburnconner, @thedarktruthpodcastofficialTikTok: @lizhepburnconner

In this episode, we get to kick back with Elizabeth and debate who takes the crown as the American Psycho in classic horror slasher films. Jason, Michael Myers, or Freddy Krueger?