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A young couple travels back in time and discovers a plot to assassinate President Lincoln—forcing them to choose between altering history or letting fate run its course. | #RetroRadio EP0435Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Assassination” (April 20, 1976)00:47:52.149 = Mr. District Attorney, “Charity Never Began” (October 12, 1949) ***WD (LQ)01:12:52.169 = Murder at Midnight, “Secret of XR3” (June 12, 1950) ***WD01:39:08.669 = The Black Museum, “The .22 Caliber Pistol – aka Little Blue 22” (1952)02:05:02.369 = Mysterious Traveler, “Death Rings Down The Curtain” (October 05, 1948) ***WD02:32:42.249 = Mystery House, “Murder For Laughs” (November 04, 1945) ***WD02:58:37.719 = Night Beat, “Judge Arnold's Daughter” (October 20, 1950) ***WD03:27:38.209 = CBC Nightfall, “Baby Doll” (December 18, 1981)03:55:36.049 = Mr. and Mrs. North, “Call Me Choo Choo” (December 09, 1947) ***WD04:20:21.909 = Obsession, “The North Wind” (December 04, 1950) ***WD04:43:26.066 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0435
When Steven Kilburn couldn't shake the feeling of dread that gripped him every time he drove a particular stretch of Maryland road, hypnotic regression revealed he had been abducted by alien beings who performed medical experiments on him and then erased his memory of the encounter. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: IN THIS EPISODE: When Steve Kilburn underwent hypnotic regression to try and understand where this dark, foreboding feeling he kept experiencing on a certain stretch of road came from, he discovered that something very strange indeed did take place years earlier… he had been abducted by aliens. (Unveiled Under Hypnosis: The Alien Secrets of Steve Kilburn) *** Velma Barfield was a sweet God-fearing grandmother. Unfortunately, everyone in her life seemed to die mysteriously. (Death Row Granny) *** Karolina Olsson climbed into bed in 1918 on a Swedish island and when she woke up, thirty years had passed. It's the story of a real-life Sleeping Beauty. (The Real Life Sleeping Beauty) *** In the wilds of Australia, the persistence of Yowie folklore has endured for centuries, continuing into modern times with dozens of reported sightings and tales coming out of the area every year. (Yikes! A Yowie!) *** Imagine driving through a graffiti-stained, decaying tunnel late at night when your car suddenly breaks down, and you notice a shadowy figure in your back seat. This eerie experience is just one of the chilling legends surrounding the Sensabaugh Tunnel in Kingsport, Tennessee, a place known for its haunted history and ghostly encounters. (Scares In The Sensabaugh Tunnel)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:23.733 = Show Open00:03:34.578 = Unveiled Under Hypnosis: The Alien Secrets of Steve Kilburn00:31:47.494 = Death Row Granny00:40:31.897 = The Real-Life Sleeping Beauty 00:49:55.604 = Yikes! A Yowie!00:54:44.907 = Scares In The Sensabaugh Tunnel00:58:53.396 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “Missing Time: A Documented Study of UFO Abductions” by Budd Hopkins: https://amzn.to/3LJzgRRBOOK: "The Yowie: In Search of Australia's Bigfoot" by Tony Healy and Paul Cropper: https://amzn.to/3Sx2cjD“Unveiled Under Hypnosis: The Alien Secrets of Steve Kilburn” (source) Marcus Lowth, UFOInsight.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckwf4e9“Death Row Granny” (source): Mark Oliver, AllThatsInteresting.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y5rnkkh2“The Real-Life Sleeping Beauty” source: Kaushik Patowary, AmusingPlanet.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/33ksz9fj“Yikes! A Yowie!” source: Bryan Hill, AncientOriginsUnleashed.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ycya4e37“Scares in the Sensabaugh Tunnel” source: TheScareChamber.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8b8xwe=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 30, 2024EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/SteveKilburn
Ancient solar eclipses once rewrote history and terrified civilizations, but when a winged creature with glowing red eyes began stalking Point Pleasant, West Virginia in 1966, it brought with it a trail of disasters that some believe stems from a 200-year-old Native American curse.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Bad omens – to most it's just as silly to believe them as to believe in flying monsters or that a solar eclipse will bring about the end of life as we know it. But when looking at the correlations between odd or strange events, and the Mothman, you might begin to wonder if bad omens may be real after all. Which just might also give you a bit of a hesitation and a few goosebumps when you experience the next solar eclipse.SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…http://www.destinationamerica.com/thehauntist/the-story-of-the-point-pleasant-mothman/https://www.prairieghosts.com/moth.htmlhttps://www.prairieghosts.com/cornstalk.htmlhttps://www.ranker.com/list/true-mothman-stories/lyra-radfordhttps://mysteriousuniverse.org/2013/07/did-mothman-visit-the-uk-in-1963/https://mysteriousuniverse.org/2018/06/an-update-on-a-sinister-winged-monster/=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: September 26, 2018EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MothmanChronicles
A medicine man teaches a desperate soul how to concoct a deadly potion and the lucrative business of unwanted infants disposal – until an unfortunate accident brings their prosperous enterprise to an explosive end. Hear the tale from The Black Mass! | #RetroRadio EP0434Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Murder Most Foul” (April 19, 1976)00:46:50.499 = Lights Out, “Execution” (April 27, 1943)01:16:12.699 = The Lineup, “The Syncopic Sweazy Sweat Out Case” (July 05, 1951)01:46:03.799 = Philip Marlowe, “Promise To Pay” (May 14, 1949)02:15:54.739 = The Black Mass, “Oil of Dog” and “Esme” (November 13, 1970) ***WD (LQ)02:39:11.129 = Beyond Midnight, “Marble Room” (1969) ***WD03:07:02.099 = MindWebs, “The Cage” (1975-1984)03:36:14.919 = Ellery Queen Minute Mysteries, “Rocking Chair Fraud” (1939-1948) ***WD03:37:10.240 = The Whisper Men, “Rose Gilman is Murdered” (December 29, 1945) ***WD (LQ)04:06:06.519 = Mystery In The Air, “Crime And Punishment” (September 25, 1947)04:31:52.339 = Molle Mystery Theater, “Hands of Mr. Ottermole” (June 21, 1946)05:01:14.611 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0434
When a mysterious "census taker" begins visiting a quiet suburban neighborhood asking strange questions and displaying impossible abilities, three physicist friends realize they're dealing with something far more dangerous than government bureaucracy.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: “Second Census” by John Victor Peterson, originally published in Infinity Magazine, October 1957=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: June 12, 2025EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/SecondCensus
In the height of a deadly plague, Prince Prospero locks himself and a thousand nobles inside his lavish abbey for a decadent masquerade ball, believing wealth and walls can cheat death—until an uninvited guest in blood-red robes proves that no one can escape their final dance.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: “The Masque of the Red Death” was first published in 1842. The story follows Prince Prospero's attempts to avoid a dangerous plague, known as the Red Death, by hiding in his abbey. He, along with many other wealthy nobles, hosts a masquerade ball in his abbey, and during the party a mysterious figure disguised as a victim of the Red Death enters. I'll leave it there as to not spoil the fun.SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Masque of the Red Death” was written by Edgar Allan Poe: https://amzn.to/4awyT7s=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: August 05, 2021EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MasqueOfTheRedDeath
In the lawless Kentucky frontier of the 1790s, two brothers unleashed a reign of terror so savage that even hardened outlaws were sickened by their bloodlust—culminating in an act so heinous that one brother murdered his own crying infant daughter by smashing her head against a tree.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Are ghosts and shadow people the same thing? Author Jacob Shelton doesn't think so – and gives us an in-depth essay behind his reasoning. (Ghosts And Shadows) *** In September, 1935, the Labor Day Hurricane obliterated the Florida Keys, killing hundreds. Even today, more than 83 years later, skeletal remains still continue to occasionally be found… as do some of their ghosts. (Ghosts Of The Labor Day Hurricane) *** Nathaniel Bar-Jonah was accused of murdering a child. Soon, his neighbors remembered the strange meat he'd given them years before. (Child Killer and Cannibal) *** Was the notorious Dr Crippen, convicted and executed in 1910 for the murder of his wife Cora, actually innocent? (Dr. Crippen and the Chamber of Murder and Horror) *** Two women decide to move into a flat together – but quickly find out they might have a paranormal third roommate they didn't know about. (The Other Flatmate) *** In the wild frontier of the 1790s, Americans had much to be worried about. Drought, famine, being injured with no one there to get help for you, poisonous snakes, hungry wolves, even being scalped by bloodthirsty natives of the land. But nothing was so scary as… the Harpe brothers. You see, the Harpe brothers didn't choose their victims – they simply killed anyone who got in their way, including women and children. (Two of the Outlaws of Cave-In Rock) *** “The Witch in My Dream” *** “The Old Hag” *** “The Aunt and the TV” *** “The Phone Call” *** “The Terrifying Vision of a Hanging Man” *** “The Tugging Ghost of Alabama” *** “The Return of the Living Dead” *** “The Sinister Dark Shadows That Haunt My Life” *** “A Thrill From Contacting The Dead” *** "Haunted Road" *** "Greenville's Haunted Herdklotz Park" *** "Kitchen Poltergeist" *** "Lifted Off His Feet" *** "The Strange Tale of the Italian Bride - The Haunting Story of Julia Buccola Petta" *** "Castle of the White Lady"CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…(Sorry, this information has been lost over time.)SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…(Sorry, sources for many of the stories in this episode have been lost over time.)“Ghosts and Shadows” by Jacob Shelton”: http://ow.ly/QWtJ30m1gGF“Child Killer and Cannibal” by Wyatt Redd: http://ow.ly/w3LT30m1fSy“Ghosts Of The Labor Day Hurricane” posted at Ghosts N Ghouls: http://ow.ly/ZsTX30m1gcb“Dr. Crippen and the Chamber of Murder and Horror” posted at The Unredacted: http://ow.ly/MsGr30m1fx1“The Harpe Brothers: Two Of The Outlaws Of Cave-In Rock” by Troy Taylor: http://ow.ly/hk4930m1fy1“The Other Flatmate” by Jubeele: http://ow.ly/wSxJ30m1fzu=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: September 29, 2018EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/HarpeBros
In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright discuss the ‘You Are the Medicine' event that was held from May 29 to June 1st at Holmstead Ranch Resort in Utah. Hear the testimonials of the people who attended the event, the activities that showed up differently, and the experience of the drum circle. They also explain the vibrational conversations healing model, and the next event that will be held from October 23 to 26 at Holmstead Ranch Resort. Timestamps[01:52] ‘You Are the Medicine' event hosted in Utah[05:00] The journey of self-discovery[09:39] The testimonial of the people who attended the event[10:12] The process of the event[16:53] The activities that showed up differently[23:00] The experience of the drum circle[30:37] The vibrational conversations healing model[34:34] About the next event in OctoberNotable quotes:“Not all events fit everyone, so it's important to understand that this event is heart-centered and open.” - LaRae Wright [16:19]“Every experience, in that moment with that group, serves as a teacher, and all contributed to it.” - LaRae Wright [21:10]“We are vibration, we are music, we are a song.” - LaRae Wright [29:45]“Our vibrational conversations are much more authentic, and if we can lean on them, then we can reduce stress and anxiety.” - LaRae Wright [33:23]Relevant links:You are the Medicine Retreat: www.Instagram.com/YouAreTheMedicineRetreatLaRae Wright Instagram: www.Instagram.com/LaRae_WrightScott Wright Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Scott_David_WrightSubscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast
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When a desperate lawyer vanishes without a trace, his wife begins receiving mysterious checks—signed by her supposedly dead husband. | #RetroRadio EP0433Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Strange Passenger” (April 15, 1976)00:46:37.019 = Green Hornet, “Numbers Make a Racket” (August 29, 1939)01:16:01.959 = The Lives of Harry Lime, “Elusive Vermeer” (May 16, 1952) ***WD01:41:24.879 = BBC Haunted Tales of the Supernatural, “Keeping His Promise” (January 13, 1980)02:09:36.769 = The Haunting Hour, “Nocturne” (September 15, 1945)02:34:47.629 = Have Gun Will Travel, “Bitter Wine” (June 14, 1959)02:59:08.669 = Murder Is My Hobby, Murder at the Arnold House” (1945-1950)03:22:57.989 = Sherlock Holmes, “Telltale Pigeon Feathers” (January 21, 1946)03:51:05.249 = Incredible But True, “Two Men In The Moon” (1950-1951)03:54:40.570 = Inner Sanctum, “Boomerang” (November 20, 1945)04:24:46.389 = The Key, “Dear John Letter” (1956) ***WD04:49:46.146 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0433
When the orphaned Dittus family moved into a ramshackle apartment in the German village of Möttlingen, they unleashed a two-year supernatural nightmare that would see young Gottliebin possessed by over 1,000 demons who forced nails and metal objects through her skin while an entire community watched in horror.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: When Soviet troops fired a missile at a mysterious flying saucer hovering over their Siberian training base, the alien survivors unleashed a weapon so devastating it turned 23 soldiers into limestone statues in seconds. Is there evidence to back up the story? *** On the tiny Caribbean island of Antigua, more than 100 people have vanished without a trace in what locals are calling an epidemic of disappearances that has left families desperate for answers and authorities scrambling to explain how so many can simply vanish from a place just 108 square miles in size. *** A brilliant Russian linguist who spoke thirteen languages and taught at university level was secretly living with the mummified corpses of twenty-nine children that he had dug up from cemeteries and turned into dolls — and his own parents never suspected a thing. *** In 1840, a devout young German woman named Gottliebin Dittus became the battleground for over 1,000 demons in what may be the most gruesome and well-documented case of demonic possession ever recorded.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = “My Battle for Gottliebin's Soul” (Historical Fiction) Lead-In00:07:17.208 = Show Open00:09:33.061 = The Exorcism of Gottliebin Dittus00:36:21.081 = The Doll Maker, Anatoly Moskvin00:48:46.011 = Antigua: The Island Where People Vanish Without a Trace01:05:56.480 = Soviet Soldiers Turned To Stone By Aliens01:14:12.405 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…https://weirddarkness.com/GottliefinDittusWeird Darkness Theme provided by ALIBI MusicAll other music in this episode is provided by Midnight Syndicate and used with permission.=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: June 11, 2025NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/GottliefinDittus
In the summer of 1872, when elderly drifter Franklin Evans arrived at his sister's New Hampshire farmhouse, no one suspected that the shambling vagabond was actually a monster who had been stalking and butchering children across New England for nearly a decade—until his own grand-niece became his final victim and the truth about the unsolved Joyce murders finally came to light.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…(Sorry, this information has been lost over time.)SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…The Devil's Bible: http://www.ancientpages.com/2014/06/15/codex-gigas-devils-bible-ancient-secrets-worlds-largest-book/Legend of Lucy Keyes: http://paranormalstories.blogspot.com/2009/09/legend-of-lucy-keyes.htmlNorthwood Murderer: https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/northwood/The Ghost On The Road: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/27/the-ghost-on-the-road/Old Hag Experiences: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/26/old-hag-experiences/The Haunted Toy Phone: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/22/haunted-toy-phone/Vodknik, The Czech Evil Water Sprite: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/19/vodnik-czech-evil-water-sprite/ | Extracted from the book “The Czech Republic – The Most Haunted Country in the World” http://amzn.to/2yJVdtkNot a Customer: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/15/not-a-customer/ | Extracted from the terrifying book – “Kanashibari: True Encounters With the Paranormal In Japan” by Thomas Bauerle http://amzn.to/2wY8CM7Black Eyed Kids in Louisiana: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/14/black-eyed-kids-lousiana/ The Saints Who Could Be In Two Places At Once: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/13/saints-two-places/ | From the book “Ghosts of the Living” by G. Michael Vasey http://amzn.to/2wXZQh0The Black Eyed Car Fatality: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/12/black-eyed-car-fatality/ | From the book by G. Michael Vasey “The Chilling, True Terror of the Black-Eyed Kids: A Chilling Compilation”http://amzn.to/2xHq7UAThe Quarry In Winter: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/11/the-quarry-in-winter/ The Black Eyed Stalker: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/06/black-eyed-stalker/ My Mother's Cat: https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.com/2017/09/04/my-mothers-cat/ | By Thomas Bauerle from the book “Kanashibari: True Encounters With the Paranormal In Japan” http://amzn.to/2wY8CM7 Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: September 29, 2017CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/NorthwoodMurderer
A spiteful elderly woman living in a nursing home resorts to the supernatural power of her needlepoint to control — and exact vengeance on — her wicked daughter‑in‑law. | #RetroRadio EP0432Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Wishes Can Be Fatal” (April 13, 1976)00:45:56.819 = Murder By Experts, “Two Coffins To Fill” (July 04, 1949)01:15:36.609 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Time Heals” (May 14, 1958) ***WD01:39:13.229 = Faces In The Window, “Black Cat” (November 22, 1952) ***WD02:03:05.229 = Dark Fantasy, “Sea Phantom” (February 06, 1942)02:27:20.039 = Diary of Fate, “Phillip Vale” (June 01, 1948) ***WD (LQ)02:57:19.899 = BBC Fear on 4, “Austin Friars” (February 05, 1989)03:27:07.689 = Five After the Hour, “Man Without a Face” (May 23, 1945)03:51:29.329 = 5 Minute Mysteries, “Man In The Back Seat” (late 1940s)03:56:44.059 = Future Tense, “The Defenders” (May 28, 1974) ***WD04:23:11.119 = Gang Busters, “Grzelak Constantine” (February 21, 1948)04:47:01.360 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0432
A soldier dying on a battlefield wakes up in his 13-year-old body—with a chance to stop a future war before it begins… in Dimension X! | #RetroRadio EP0431Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Safe Judge” (April 12, 1976)00:47:39.999 = Box 13 “Much Too Lucky” (May 01, 1949)01:14:25.259 = The Clock, “Behind The Mask” (June 29, 1947) (LQ)01:37:04.789 = Sounds of Darkness, “Reardon Virus” (March 17, 1973) ***WD02:04:24.409 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Nature Study” (November 05, 1971) ***WD02:33:59.849 = Dimension X, “Time and Time Again” (July 12, 1951)03:03:42.599 = The Strange Dr. Weird, “The Man Who Talked With Death” (December 12, 1944) ***WD03:16:26.329 = The Creaking Door, “Death On The Road” (December 07, 1964) ***WD03:45:28.149 = The Eleventh Hour, “Millionaires Double” (1941-1946)04:11:27.439 = Escape, “Drums of Fore And Aft” (April 18, 1948)04:41:09.599 = Everyman's Theater, “The Lonely Heart” (October 04, 1940) ***WD05:09:51.928 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0431
When a strange, unnatural mist rolls in, people and planes don't just disappear — they're swallowed whole, leaving behind nothing but questions and chilling silence.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: When driving towards the banks of the Chunky River in Mississippi, it's best not to ignore the “Stuckey Bridge Closed” sign. In fact, you might want to avoid the bridge altogether if you are the least bit squeamish. (The Hanging Man at Stuckey's Bridge) *** Feelings created by your living area. Can your home truly dictate the way you feel? (Feelings of Pain, Hatred and Anger Caused By My Apartment) *** In the early 1870s the counties of Labette and Montgomery in Kansas were experiencing an alarming number of missing persons. Could a local grocery owner and his family be to blame? (The Bloody Benders) *** The legend of Lavinia Fisher has been told and retold since her execution in Charleston, South Carolina in 1820 and with each telling it has grown more extravagant and further from the truth. (The Legend of Lavinia Fisher) *** Why are so many mysterious vanishings combined with some type of cloud, fog or mist? (Mysterious Mists And Strange Vanishings)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:15.764 = Show Open00:02:31.538 = Swallowed By The Mist00:24:34.605 = The Legend of Lavinia Fisher00:34:18.460 = The Bloody Benders00:44:35.789 = Feelings of Pain, Hatred and Anger Caused By My Apartment00:46:40.977 = The Hanging Man at Stuckey's Bridge00:51:19.318 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Hanging Man at Stuckey's Bridge” by Jennifer Jacob: http://ow.ly/oYTk30m2RCG“The Legend of Lavinia Fisher” by Robert Wilhelm: http://www.murderbygaslight.com/2010/10/legend-of-lavinia-fisher.html“The Bloody Benders” by Robert Wilhelm: http://www.murderbygaslight.com/2010/11/bloody-benders.html“Feelings of Pain, Hatred and Anger Caused By My Apartment?”: (link no longer available)“Swallowed By The Mist” by Brent Swancer: https://mysteriousuniverse.org/2018/06/mysterious-mists-and-strange-vanishings/=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: October 02, 2018NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/SwallowedByTheMist
Adam's Paternity Leave continues, so we'll throw back to an ep with big guest stars. Patreon payments are frozen for the time being. A few resourceful new Munchies have figured out a work-around where you can join as a free member and upgrade from there to a paid account which charges you for one month and unlocks the back catalog behind the respective tier of the paywall. After that first payment, you won't be charged again until we're dropping new content (which we'll warn everyone is coming), so if you want more of this it can be had, along with access to the fully uncut episodes from 100 to present and Movie Club episodes.The Randomizer gifted us with a wild Law & Order: SVU thrill ride featuring Hollywood legends Pam Grier and John Heard (“Disappearing Acts” S4E5) wherein a rape investigation leads Benson and Stabler into a massive federal investigation of some really really bad dudes. Do our heroes acquit themselves well in this complex and trying situation? No, not at all. Do we enjoy discussing Adam's time out on the town, Josh's former neighbors, a variety of big money scams, and, of course, speculating about the standards and practices meeting that let the first 6 minutes of this gem burst through the cracks? Obviously.Music:Divorcio Suave - "Munchy Business"Thanks to our gracious Munchies on Patreon: Jeremy S, Jaclyn O, Amy Z, Diana R, Tony B, Barry W, Drew D, Nicky R, Stuart, Jacqi B, Natalie T, Robyn S, Christine L, Amy A, Sean M, Jay S, Briley O, Asteria K, Suzanne B, Tim Y, John P, John W, Elia S, Rebecca B, Lily, Sarah L, Melsa A, Alyssa C, Johnathon M, Tiffany C, Brian B, Kate K, Whitney C, Alex, Jannicke HS, Roni C, and Nourhane B - y'all are the best!Be a Munchie, too! Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/munchmybensonBe sure to check out our other podcast diving into long unseen films of our guests' youth: Unkind Rewind at our website or on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on: BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and Reddit (Adam's Twitter/BlueSky and Josh's BlueSky/Letterboxd/Substack)Join our Discord: Munch Casts ServerCheck out Munch Merch: Munch Merch at ZazzleCheck out our guest appearances:Both of us on: FMWL Pod (1st Time & 2nd Time), Storytellers from Ratchet Book Club, Chick-Lit at the Movies talking about The Thin Man, and last but not least on the seminal L&O podcast …These Are Their Stories (Adam and Josh).Josh debating the Greatest Detectives in TV History on The Great Pop Culture Debate Podcast and talking SVU/OC and Psych (five eps in all) on Jacked Up Review Show.Visit Our Website: Munch My BensonEmail the podcast: munchmybenson@gmail.comThe Next New Episode Once We're Back from Adam's Paternity Leave Will Be: Season 16, Episode 14 "Intimidation Game"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/munch-my-benson-a-law-order-svu-podcast--5685940/support.
The time has finally come for the Season Five Finale! As per tradition, we're closing out with a spine-chilling tribute to Are You Afraid of the Dark? Join us as we dive into a collection of eerie urban legends and terrifying hometown horror stories. Dim the lights, grab a blanket, and prepare to be scared.A heartfelt thank you to all of our incredible Storytellers who brought this season to life with their time, talent, and terrifying tales. To our loyal listeners—your unwavering support means everything. And to our amazing Patrons: thank you for your generosity, passion, and commitment to keeping this show free and accessible to all. You truly are the lifeblood of The West London Witch.While the season may be ending, the magic doesn't stop here. All summer long, we'll be sharing exclusive content over on our Patreon. Join me at Cobweb Cottage as I read, discuss, and review the cult horror classic The Amityville Horror.https://www.patreon.com/thewestlondonwitch
Graduation Mass for the University of Kansas. We guide great stories by: 1. Remembering the Great Story of who I am and where I come from 2. Praising the Great Author and Storyteller forever 3. Proclaiming the Love and Greatness of the Great Author and Storyteller with my life
A look into the life of another 3SC leader as she shares her story of connection with Jesus
In a future where estate planning is controlled by talking machines and smooth-talking salesmen, one pitch meeting takes a sharp turn into corporate sabotage and high-tech deception.Originally published in Infinity Magazine, January 1958ABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.
A desperate treasure hunter plunges into the depths chasing a sunken fortune—only to discover the real price isn't gold, but his dark fate. | #RetroRadio EP0430Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Fool's Gold” (April 09, 1976)00:45:55.029 = The Whistler, “Death In The Air” (August 13, 1943)01:15:30.379 = Witch's Tale, “The Power of Lucifer” (February 22, 1934) ***WD01:42:21.509 = Word Detective, “Saxophone” (November 04, 1959) ***WD01:45:18.218 = X Minus One, “A Gun For Dinosaur” (March 07, 1956)02:13:29.099 = ABC Mystery Time, “Murder In Haste” (1957) ***WD02:37:23.369 = Strange Adventure, “The Yellow Cat” (1945) ***WD02:40:39.467 = Appointment With Fear, “Pit And the Pendulum” (September 18, 1943) ***WD03:07:59.029 = BBC Ghost Story, “Jonas” (early 1980s)04:35:15.629 = The Black Book (Man In Black), “My Favorite Corpse” (February 24, 1952) ***WD04:49:53.369 = Beyond The Green Door, “New Hebridos Fisherman” (1966)04:53:40.451 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0430
They lurk in doorways, stand at the foot of your bed, and watch from the corners of your vision — dark, human-shaped figures that millions of people around the world claim to see, but science struggles to explain. Could they be demonic?Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: A college student's roommate becomes darker and darker after befriending a witch – and then gets marked for death. (Dark Mass) *** If you were to drive from New York to Sacramento, California, it would take you close to 45-hours, non-stop. If you were to fly? That strips off 40 of those hours – it'd only take you about five hours to fly from New York to California. But one person did it even faster than that… almost instantaneously. (The Mysterious Case of the Teleporting Skier) *** A simple case of a man making angry threats at another man who had made a pass at his wife goes to court – and that's when and where it gets really ugly, murderously so. (Disorder In The Court) *** A man finds out that you don't necessarily have to believe in ghosts in order to be terrified by them. (The Ghosts of Crosbie Towers) *** Reports are pouring in from all over the world with people claiming to have had an encounter with a Shadow Person. Benign shadows, malevolent shadows, shadows with glowing red eyes, hooded shadows, the infamous Hat Man… what are people seeing? Can it be explained? (The Lurking Shadow People)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:00:50.923 = Show Open00:02:06.977 = The Lurking Shadow People00:24:18.357 = Dark Mass00:38:03.151 = Disorder In The Court00:42:45.838 = The Ghosts of Crosbie Towers00:49:45.478 = The Mysterious Case of the Teleporting Skier00:58:27.740 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Dark Mass” by Melissa Dietrich: http://www.weirddarkness.com/submit“The Lurking Shadow People” by Jason Offutt: https://mysteriousuniverse.org/2012/03/the-lurking-shadow-people/“The Mysterious Case of the Teleporting Skier” by Brent Swancer: https://mysteriousuniverse.org/2018/06/the-mysterious-case-of-the-teleporting-skier/“Disorder In The Court” by Robert Wilhelm: http://www.murderbygaslight.com/2018/09/disorder-in-court.html“The Ghosts of Crosbie Towers” by Michael McKean: (link no longer available)=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: October 05, 2018EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/PeripheralDemons
All stories in this episode are purported to be true aide from the first story, “Family Secrets” which is horror fiction.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…(Sorry, this information has been lost over time.)SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…(Sorry, this information has been lost over time.)=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: October 06, 2017EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/FamilySecrets
In the remote Spanish village of Trasmoz, a medieval counterfeiting scheme spawned witch rumors so convincing that the Catholic Church cursed the entire town with a papal malediction that remains un-lifted today – after 500 years.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Charles Willey experienced hundreds of fires on his property in the summer of 1948 – but how did they start? (The Macomb Firestarter) *** Two men interested in the same woman – all three spending a day together. Not a good plan from the start. Add a bit of alcohol and you just may have a powder keg ready to explode. (Rum, Jealously, and Murder) *** Over the course of just two years, Christopher Duntsch operated on 38 patients in the Dallas area, leaving 31 paralyzed or seriously injured and two of them dead. It's no wonder he was given the morbid nickname of “Dr. Death”. (Doctor Death) *** A child's game of hide-and-seek turns to terror. (The House At The Front) *** In the Outback of Queensland, Australia, ghostly orbs of light have been frightening people for centuries. What do we know about the mystery of the orbs and what are some of the theories about what they could be? (The Min Min Orbs) *** Are extraterrestrials secretly watching over us and saving us from our own destruction? (Our Alien Protectors) *** When Jeffrey Dampier won the lottery, he thought he finally had it all. Little did he know that someone was about to take everything from him. (No Good Deed Goes Unpunished) *** They found Annie stretched out on the floor with a pistol lying by her hand. There was no sign of a struggle and nothing had been taken; they could only conclude that Annie had taken her own life. But is that really what happened? (The Annie Dorman Mystery) *** When you think of seeing a ghost, you almost automatically envision an ethereal being, in flowing white – like that of a woman in a wedding dress. And that might make sense, seeing as there are a lot of dead brides-to-be floating around America. (Til Death: Ghost Brides of the United States) *** You've seen them on the outside of large gothic buildings and massive churches. Their stone faces and menacing presence can be unsettling to some. But what are the purpose of gargoyles? (In The Protection of Gargoyles) *** Were Betty and Barney Hill actually visited and even abducted by aliens in 1961, or was it an outlandish story just to get attention? (The Betty and Barney Hill Abduction) *** The village of Trasmoz in Spain is said to be cursed by witches. Could there be a truth in the lore? (The Cursed Village of Witches)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:08.240 = Show Open00:02:25.423 = The Cursed Witch Village of Trasmoz00:10:22.094 = The Betty and Barney Hill Abduction00:24:03.868 = The Annie Dorman Mystery00:28:55.800 = No Good Luck Goes Unpunished00:33:58.894 = Til Death: Ghost Brides of the United States00:47:45.339 = In The Protection of Gargoyles00:53:59.332 = Our Alien Protectors01:04:39.619 = The Macomb Firestarter01:14:04.448 = The House at the Front01:19:48.913 = The Min Min Orbs01:28:36.139 = Rum, Jealousy, and Murder01:31:42.623 = Doctor Death01:38:32.386 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Cursed Village of Witches” by Brent Swancer: https://mysteriousuniverse.org/2018/06/spains-mysterious-cursed-village-of-witches/“Til Death: Ghost Brides of the United States”: https://notebookofghosts.com/2018/09/16/til-death-ghost-brides-of-the-us/amp/“No Good Luck Goes Unpunished” by Wyatt Redd: https://allthatsinteresting.com/jeffrey-dampier (“Were In The Money”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkn0Z2KOK2A)“The Annie Dorman Mystery” by Robert Wilhelm: http://www.murderbygaslight.com/2018/09/the-annie-dorman-mystery.html“The Betty and Barney Hill Abduction” by Les Hewitt for Historic Mysteries: (link no longer valid)“In The Protection of Gargoyles” by A. Sutherland for Ancient Pages: (link no longer valid)“The Macomb Firestarter” by Troy Taylor: https://www.facebook.com/authortt/posts/1831375976959380?__tn__=K-R“The House At The Front” by AakanKSha: https://www.yourghoststories.com/real-ghost-story.php?story=25671“Our Alien Protectors” from Alien-UFO-Sightings.com: (link no longer valid) *** CNN Press Conference: (link no longer valid) *** CNN Interview from “Larry King LIVE”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=273jcsMQu3M“The Min Min Orbs” by Kimberly Lin: https://www.historicmysteries.com/min-min-lights/“Doctor Death” by Caroline Redmond: https://allthatsinteresting.com/dr-death-christopher-duntsch“Rum, Jealousy, and Murder” by Robert Wilhelm: http://www.murderbygaslight.com/2018/09/rum-jealousy-and-murder.html=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: October 10, 2018EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/witchvillage/
Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. The preteen years can be perilous for kids (and parents!). Kids are being bombarded today with messages and images that threaten their emotional and spiritual health. Mom of ten, Tricia Goyer not only has lots of experience with preteens, she has a new book (co-authored with Leslie Nunnery), Faith That Sticks: 5 Real Life Ways to Disciple Your Preteen. On today's episode with Tricia Goyer, we'll talk about: 3:52 What to say when your child gets tired of church 9:50 Calming down when getting angry at your children 18:22 How to deal with a child struggling with gender 25:30 Helping your children discover their interests Tricia Goyer is a speaker, podcast host, and USA Today bestselling author of over 90 books. She writes in various genres, including fiction, parenting, marriage, and books for children and teens. Tricia is a wife and homeschooling mom of ten, and enjoys mentoring writers. Find out more about Tricia Goyer and her book, Faith That Sticks: 5 Real Life Ways to Disciple Your Preteen https://triciagoyer.com/books/faith-that-sticks-5-real-life-ways-to-disciple-your-preteen/ Can kids survive without social media, video games and smartphones? Will they have friends? Find out in Arlene's free film, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words. https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/film You're invited to see David Thomas, Sissy Goff, and Arlene at the Parents Rising Conference in San Diego, September 6, 2025. Get your ticket today (early bird price through June 30) https://parentsrisingconference.com/ Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! Email speaking @ arlenepellicane.com Purchase the Storyteller's Bible HERE.
06/08/25: Storyteller - The Unforgiving ServantDusty Taylor
Dusty returns to the podcast to talk about the next parable in the series.
The emotion espoused by the Winter Court of the Lost is sorrow, but it's hard to feel too down about the sheer volume of material provided in their nominally associated book, Winter Masques. (Maybe we can shed a tear for the wild inconsistency in font sizes between sections?) While Autumn Nightmares was more of a Storyteller-facing guide, this one introduces a wealth of options that players can take advantage of as well: new kiths, new Contracts, alternate Court systems, and so forth. There are some deep dives into the nature of each Seeming and descriptions of new corners of Arcadia (and new Hedge-paths to reach them). The book insists upon diversity as a theme, and while its take might look a bit quaint nearly twenty years later, it still points to the vast potential scope of the game. So put on your thickest mittens and turn some pages with us as we delve into what's inside... You might wish to pick up your own copy of the book, in PDF form or otherwise, at https://www.storytellersvault.com/product/51347?affiliate_id=3063731. And regardless, you can attend our own masquerade at: Discord: https://discord.me/ctp Email: podcast@changelingthepodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082973960699 Mastodon: https://dice.camp/@ChangelingPod Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/changelingthepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChangelingThePodcast your hosts Pooka G (any pronoun/they) isn't kithless, but plays one on TV. Amelia Fetch (she/her) insists that any Winter Masque needs a capable chatelaine to handle the goblin hors d'oeuvres. How beautiful, if sorrow had not made Sorrow more beautiful than Beauty's self. —John Keats, Hyperion, I.35–36
In this week's message from our new series Storyteller, we're stepping into one of Jesus' most well-known parables: the Good Samaritan. It's a story that pulls love out of theory and places it right in the middle of real life—messy, inconvenient, and transformational. Join us this Sunday as we explore what it means to love with gospel-shaped eyes, to cross the road when it's easier to walk away, and to become the kind of neighbor Jesus calls us to be.
HT2282 - Photographer, Storyteller, Artist, Observer When I first picked up a camera in high school, I set my sights on becoming a photographer. With the passage of time, I started to realize my role as a storyteller. Eventually, I became comfortable with the term artist. Lately, I've been using the term observer. Perhaps we are all a blending of these characteristics. Show your appreciation for our free weekly Podcast and our free daily Here's a Thought… with a donation Thanks!
Text for today's message: Matthew 20:1-16
Join Steve as he welcomes author and storyteller Terry Brown, who talks about his experiences growing up in Haunted Ohio.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.
This is a Fireside Frights episode where all of the stories are sent in by you, the listeners of Weird Darkness. Plus, in these episodes I strip away all of the music, sound effects, and other fancy audio production… it's just you, me, this campfire, and your stories.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.====="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: June 06, 2025EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/wdff33
In St. Osyth, an old jail known as The Cage has a history of accused witches — and something inside it still refuses to leave.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: In the heart of England's St. Osyth village lies The Cage, an unassuming house with a chilling past as a jail for accused witches. When Vanessa Mitchell moved in, she unknowingly stepped into a nightmare of ghostly apparitions and terrifying events that forever altered her life. (The Cage: Britain's Answer To The Amityville Horror) *** Some ghosts just seem worth rooting for, no matter how they died or what they do. (Ghosts To Sympathize With) *** The Genna brothers of Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood were some of the most notorious bootleggers and gangsters in the city… until they weren't. (The End of the Terrible Gennas) *** In 1981, 14-year-old Stacey Ann Arras vanished without a trace inside Yosemite National Park, her disappearance remaining one of the park's most eerie and unsolved mysteries. (The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras) *** Annie Le, a brilliant Yale graduate student, vanished just days before her wedding in 2009. Her disappearance led to a shocking discovery that left everyone questioning who and why. (Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death of Mystery) *** Imagine waking up every 30 seconds, completely unaware of where you are or what just happened. This is the life of Clive Wearing, who is unable to construct new memories… at all. (Clive's 30-Second Memory) *** We'll look at how the growing cryptotourism industry offers a unique and interesting angle on exploring hidden corners of the globe, with searches for creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster among your travel choices. (Cryptotourism With Bigfoot and Nessie)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:36.414 = Show Open00:04:10.680 = The Cage: Britain's Answer to the Amityville Horror00:21:37.334 = Cryptotourism With Bigfoot and Nessie00:31:04.367 = The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras00:40:08.116 = Ghosts To Sympathize With00:54:48.890 = The End of the Terrible Gennas01:07:15.606 = Clive's 30-Second Memory01:13:26.876 = Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death of Mystery01:18:59.045 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “Poltergeist! A New Investigation Into Destructive Haunting” by John Fraser: https://amzn.to/3Lueplp“The Cage: Britain's Answer To The Amityville Horror” source: Marcus Lowth, UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3cpxwj5n“Crypotourism with Bigfoot and Nessie” source: Ronan O'Connell, National Geographic:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mrn42hny“The Unsolved Yosemite Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras” source: Beth Elias, Unspeakable Crimes:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mpkynbus“Annie Le: A Life of Promise, A Death Of Mystery” source: The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yzvd4phd“Ghosts to Sympathize With” source: Erin McCann, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/456p8t95“Clive's 30-Second Memory” source: Oddity Central: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdeaj5m3“The End of the Terrible Gennas” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8yd5cs (used with permission)=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 20, 2024EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/thecage/
At a time when speaking to the dead was a national obsession, America's séance rooms became theaters of mystery, manipulation, and maybe — just maybe — real contact with the other side.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: A young wife, home alone with her husband in the military, begins experiencing strange happenings in their apartment. *** On a rainy night, a man begins to hear strange sounds from above that can't be explained. *** A WeirdDarkness listener tells their story of being terrified by an entity… for over 21 years. *** A deceased relative saves the life of one woman – her husband tells us the story. *** An invisible friend decides to show up, uninvited, on a camping trip in an original story submitted by a WeirdDarkness subscriber. *** America… the home of baseball, apple pie, jazz, and… the birth of spiritualism. (Spiritualism) *** Was the legendary serial killer the Zodiac a hoax? (Zodiac: The Phantom Killer)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:00:44.845 = Show Open00:02:01.113 = Spiritualism00:15:22.415 = Apartment From Hell00:26:19.681 = From Above00:30:21.799 = Him00:42:35.551 = My Deceased Nan Saved My Life00:45:31.063 = The Camping Trip01:05:19.277 = Zodiac: The Phantom Killer01:41:44.891 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Apartment From Hell” submitted to WeirdDarkness.com by Lacy T.“From Above” submitted to WeirdDarkness.com by Sabby Ray (https://www.facebook.com/ray.saibal)“Him” submitted to WeirdDarkness.com by Taylor Rydbom https://www.facebook.com/taylor.rydbom“My Deceased Nan Saved My Life” submitted anonymously at WeirdDarkness.com“The Camping Trip” submitted to WeirdDarkness.com by Michael“Zodiac: The Phantom Killer”: https://theunredacted.com/zodiac-serial-murders-the-phantom-killer/“Spiritualism” by Troy Taylor: https://www.facebook.com/authortt/posts/1875815915848719?__tn__=K-R=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: November 03, 2017EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/Spiritualism
A yoga teacher turned self-proclaimed messiah built a secretive cult in Australia—stealing children, dosing them with LSD, and preparing them for a doomsday that never came.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: The Hamilton-Byrne family was anything but typical, rather it was a doomsday cult with a leader who believed herself to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ. (Inside the Family Cult) *** On this date, October 24, 1953, Evelyn Hartley, a 15-year-old sophomore from La Crosse, Wisconsin, vanished without a trace while on her way to a babysitting job. It was like something out of a Halloween urban legend but in this case, the horror was real. (The Babysitter Who Vanished) *** The odd happening that takes place here and there in a house more than likely can be explained in some rational way. Even quite a few strange occurrences could probably be explained by science. But when the events seem to never stop, perhaps it's time to think something else is going on. (An Assortment of Experiences) *** Legend tells a centuries-old curse was placed upon Dudleytown in Connecticut. The town turned into a horrible place where people committed suicide or went insane. (Cursed Dudleytown) *** Exactly 92 years ago today – October 24, 1926 - something went wrong during a performance by Harry Houdini. A week later, he would be dead. (Houdini's Final Performance) *** In the Oakland Cemetery, a bronze monument to tragedy is said to bring death to anyone who touches it. (Black Angel of Death) *** While camping, a man has dreams of a dark-haired woman several nights in a row. Normally it wouldn't be anything to be all that concerned about, but it's something to fear if you are near the French Broad river. (Siren of the French Broad) *** Alien visitors, beings from a different dimension, our planet even had tree monsters and sentient pyramids showing up – and all in the year 1965. (The Inter-Dimensional Interlopers of 1965) *** A retired naval officer reports rocks falling through his home's roof – dozens in a single day – with no explanation of where they came from. (Cappy Ricks and the Stones) *** In 1994 a man has a paranormal experience with a popular song recorded two decades earlier. (The Joker) *** Is there a clandestine space program designed to save the elite from a global catastrophe? (Alternative 3)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:00:52.887 = Show Open00:02:10.120 = Inside the Family Cult00:10:17.627 = The Babysitter Who Vanished00:18:34.842 = An Assortment of Experiences00:26:32.579 = Cursed Dudleytown00:31:56.143 = Houdini's Final Performance00:39:35.610 = Alternative 301:03:06.389 = Oakland Cemetery's Black Angel of Death01:07:41.975 = Siren of the French Broad01:16:13.438 = Interdimensional Interlopers of 196501:27:55.755 = The Joker01:31:35.249 = Cappy Ricks and the Poltergeist Stones01:38:22.107 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Babysitter Who Vanished” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3nzr6k3t“An Assortment of Experiences”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdfnz8u5“Inside the Family Cult” by Joel Stice: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mtvduhy3“Cursed Dudleytown”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bf3668np“Houdini's Final Performance” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yrwap7k9“Alternative 3”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2wnw9jv6“Oakland Cemetery's Black Angel of Death” by Orrin Grey: http://ow.ly/v2m430mkGWs“The Interdimensional Interlopers of 1965” by Brent Swancer: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5n7u987t“Siren of the French Broad”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/an3ehray“The Joker” by Rory Kavenagh – submitted directly to Weird Darkness.com“Cappy Ricks and the Poltergeist Stones” by Cropster: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/zsar9cna=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: October 24, 2018EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/FamilyCult
A quaint English village is gripped by terror when an unseen force rings church bells, plays records, and leaves behind no trace — only the chilling presence of a man without a body! Hear the tale from Suspense! | #RetroRadio EP0429Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Sleeping Dogs” (April 08, 1976)00:45:59.759 = Strange Wills, “The Lady and the Pirate” (June 29, 1946) ***WD01:15:49.869 = Suspense, “Man Without a Body” (June 22, 1943)01:45:41.749 = Tales of the Frightened, “The Man in the Raincoat” (1957)01:50:41.952 = Tales From The Tomb, “Spirit Calling” (1960s)01:55:26.199 = Theater Five, “The Wrong Arm of Justice” (September 29, 1964)02:15:56.059 = CBC 1030, “Two Little Punctures” (1968-1971) ***WD02:43:07.419 = 2000 Plus, “The Brooklyn Brain” (June 21, 1950) ***WD03:12:00.699 = The Unexpected, “The Necklace” (1948)03:24:11.329 = Unit 99, “Accident at 16th and Q” (March 07, 1958)03:47:34.999 = Dark Venture, “The Man in 206” (December 02, 1946) ***WD04:17:07.769 = The Weird Circle, “Old Nurse's Story” (May 14, 1944)04:46:32.029 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0429
In the most remote corners of Earth, witnesses from trained scientists to indigenous tribes report encountering creatures with long necks, leathery wings, and razor-sharp claws — living animals that perfectly match dinosaurs supposedly extinct for 66 million years. Could there be any truth behind these sightings?Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: From Soviet cosmonauts encountering mysterious beings in space to the endless loop of government UFO promises that never materialize, the truth about extraterrestrial contact may be hidden behind a conspiracy of silence that spans decades. *** Sixteen witnesses watched in horror as Peter Williamson vanished in a flash of lightning during a 1974 barbecue, only to reappear three days later wearing someone else's clothes and carrying items from a tailor shop that had burned down decades earlier. *** But first… In the most remote corners of Earth, witnesses from trained scientists to indigenous tribes report encountering creatures with long necks, leathery wings, and razor-sharp claws — living animals that perfectly match dinosaurs supposedly extinct for 66 million years. Could there be any truth behind these sightings? We begin there.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:02:13.219 = Show Open00:04:04.008 = The Thing In Lake Tele (Historical Fiction)00:07:35.104 = Modern Encounters With Prehistoric Monsters00:27:33.862 = Endless Promises of UFO Disclosure00:47:49.158 = The Man Who Vanished In Lightning00:58:06.743 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “The Day After Roswell” by Col. Philip J. Corso: https://amzn.to/4jCx64TBOOK: “Rungs of Disclosure: Following The Trail of Extraterrestrials And The End Times” by L.A. Marzulli: https://amzn.to/444NpTY (audiobook version available, narrated by Darren Marlar)“Modern Encounters With Prehistoric Monsters”: https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-antarctica/pterodactyl-0014884, https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/strange-creatures/mokele-mbembe.htm, https://www.icr.org/article/did-dinosaurs-survive-flood, https://tetzoo.com/blog/2019/4/27/sea-monster-sightings-and-the-plesiosaur-effect, https://www.fayobserver.com/story/news/state/2018/01/12/are-there-flying-dinosaurs-in-nc-one-woman-says-shes-seen-them-3-times-in-raleigh/16325419007/,https://www.allaboutcreation.org/dinosaur-sightings-faq.htm, https://comicvine.gamespot.com/forums/off-topic-5/modern-dinosaur-sightings-1470870/, https://creation.com/en-au/articles/are-dinosaurs-alive-today,https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/is-there-a-dinosaur-hiding-out-in-the-congo-rainforest,https://dinopedia.fandom.com/wiki/Modern_Prehistoric_Creature_Sightings“Endless Promises of UFO Disclosure”: https://anomalien.com/the-mysterious-connection-between-dmt-and-aliens-uap/, https://anomalien.com/did-salyut-6-cosmonauts-witness-a-uap-shaped-by-their-era/, https://anomalien.com/are-we-trapped-in-a-permanent-ufo-disclosure-loop/“The Man Who Vanished In Lightning”: https://anomalien.com/lightning-strike-and-a-man-who-walked-into-another-reality/Music in this episode provided with permission by Midnight Syndicate: https://www.midnightsyndicate.com=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/LivingDinosaurs
A high-stakes nuclear facility teeters on the brink of disaster — not from mechanical failure, but from the fragile minds of the men who keep it running.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: it's #ThrillerThursday. Tonight I'm bringing you some dark science-fiction… which ended up after the story was published, being less science fiction and more science fact. Almost as if the author was a prophet. "Blowups Happen" is a 1940 science fiction short story by American writer Robert A. Heinlein. The story describes the tensions among the staff of a nuclear reactor. Heinlein's concept of a nuclear reactor was one of a barely contained explosion, not the steady-state thermal plants developed later. As a consequence the work is dangerous, and the slightest mistake could be catastrophic. All the technical staff are monitored by psychologists who have the authority to remove them from the work at any time lest they crack under the pressure and precipitate a disaster. The monitoring itself contributes to the problem.SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Blowups Happen” by Robert Heinlein, from the book “The Astounding Science Fiction Anthology”: https://amzn.to/3BsZ2mU=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 22, 2021NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/blowups-happen-by-robert-heinlein-full-audiobook-weirddarkness/
In 1935, RAF pilot Victor Goddard flew through a mysterious storm only to emerge over an airfield that wouldn't exist for another four years — complete with yellow aircraft, blue-uniformed mechanics, and a chilling sense that he had become invisible to time itself.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: A university apartment is filled with ghostly voices, shadows and footsteps. *** The playful spirit of a child haunts a home in Canterbury, England. *** A woman hears footsteps in an empty bedroom. *** The biblical story of the witch of Endor. Just a story, or was she a real woman with supernatural powers? *** Did a British Air Force pilot somehow slip into a time portal and fly into the past? *** 87 years ago a fire broke out at the Ohio State Penitentiary – yet somehow, souls still linger there. *** AND MORE!CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…(Sorry, but this information has been lost over time.)SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Haunted University Apartment Filled With Ghostly Voices, Shadows, and Footsteps”: (link no longer available)“The Playful Child Spirit of Canterbury England”: (link no longer available)“Footsteps In An Empty Room”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8s3ftj“Mystery of the Witch of Endor”: (link no longer available)“Pilot's Mysterious Time Slip Into The Future”: (link no longer available)“Where The Dead Still Linger – History And Hauntings a the Ohio State Penitentiary” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mr3e7uup“Granny's Last Visit”: (link no longer available)“The Girl Genius Who Vanished”: (link no longer available)“Taken By Gypsies” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8cpd4j=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: November 03, 2018NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/GoddardFlight
A boy and his family have vanished under mysterious circumstances. Clues emerge from the boy's school composition, which describes his friends possessing extraordinary supernatural abilities — and when the search team begins to mysteriously disappear, we discover those supernatural abilities might not just be the boy's imagination! Hear the tale in “The Boy Wonder” from CBS Radio Mystery Theater! | #RetroRadio EP0428Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Boy Wonder” (April 06, 1976)00:47:11.179 = Quiet Please, “There Are Shadows Here” (May 10, 1948)01:16:51.059 = Radio City Playhouse, “Portrait of Lenore” (January 17, 1949)01:46:47.999 = Hollywood Theater, “Sitting Duck” (December 17, 1952)02:15:56.669 = Ripley's Believe It Or Not, “Unusual Pony” (1930) ***WD02:16:58.172 = The Saint, “Dossier On a Doggone Dog” (September 24, 1950) ***WD (LQ)02:45:22.869 = Sam Spade, “Battle of Belvedere” (May 01, 1949) ***WD03:09:28.309 = The Sealed Book, “Time On My Hands” (August 26, 1945) ***WD03:39:06.189 = The Shadow, “Death Shows The Way” (December 03, 1939) ***WD04:03:43.499 = Sleep No More, “Escape of Mr. Trimm” (March 13, 1957) ***WD04:32:35.889 = Stay Tuned For Terror, “The Bogey Man Will Get Your” (1945) ***WD04:47:20.229 = Strange, “The Ghost Train” (1955)05:00:54.385 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0428
Alone on dark highways and forgotten truck stops, drivers encounter chilling figures, vanishing women, and inhuman eyes staring back from the night—reminding us that not everything out there is flesh and blood.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Did lost cosmonauts make it into space before Yuri Gagarin? (The Tombs in Space) *** Don't take a gift from Gracie Watson's grave... or her life-like statue might cry tears of blood. (Gracie's Ghost) *** A latchkey kid comes home to an empty house… or so they thought until they heard footsteps in another room. (The Laundry Room) *** People often encounter strange and frightening things when they experience sleep paralysis – but in one particular story, the horrors began well before going to bed. (Sleep Paralysis in Bangkok) *** Did Bonnie Scott run away? Was she kidnapped? Murdered perhaps? All anyone knew was that no one had a clue where she was. She had simply disappeared without a trace. (The Murder of Bonnie Leigh Scott) *** Samuel Joselyn was buried in 1810 in a North Carolina cemetery. Unfortunately, it doesn't appear that Samuel was actually DEAD at the time of his burial! (Buried Alive in Wilmington) *** in 1894 Rosa Lochner was a witness to murder, but she had been deaf since birth and her spoken vocabulary was limited. So how could she testify against the accused? (Murder In Pantomime) *** A boy wakes to find his previously closed curtains now open – and the only explanation involves a previous resident of the house he's nowliving in. (Strange Manifestations) *** Mention the word “Chupacabra” and most people will think of a strange, hairless dog-like animal. They are never described as having the ability to fly… until now. (Winged Chupacabras) *** These UFOs aren't shiny metallic discs or cigar-shaped spaceships. They are humanoid – and they fly without the help of a jetpack, wings, cape or even a broom to sit on. And the sightings are still coming in all throughout Mexico. (The Flying Humanoids of Mexico) *** The North Carolina Cherokee have a story about how dangerous it can be even near a calm river – where the waters can suddenly foam and a giant beast can appear on the rocks. (James and the Giant Leech) ***Supernatural women, shadowy men, odd animal sightings, and more… they can all be found at late-night truck stops if you're not careful. (Truck Stop Horror Stories)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In #1 (Truck Stop Horrors)00:01:07.291 = Lead-In #2 (Murder of Bonnie Leigh Scott)00:02:52.812 = Show Open00:06:05.191 = The Murder of Bonnie Leigh Scott00:17:51.945 = The Tombs In Space00:36:04.582 = Gracie's Ghost00:41:21.481 = The Laundry Room (by Anonymous)00:43:31.415 = Sleep Paralysis in Bangkok (by Mark iO)00:51:31.441 = True Truck Stop Horror Stories01:17:45.625 = Buried Alive in Wilmington01:22:17.553 = Murder in Pantomime01:27:30.229 = Strange Manifestation (by Brian Abraham)01:31:56.159 = Winged Chupacabras01:40:38.608 = The Flying Humanoids of Mexico01:52:36.560 = James and the Giant Leech01:56:59.016 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Tombs in Space” posted at The Unredacted: http://ow.ly/nW5U30mwbWw“Gracie's Ghost” by Gary Sweeney for The Line Up: http://ow.ly/arFz30mwaLc“The Murder of Bonnie Leigh Scott” by Troy Taylor for American Hauntings Ink: http://ow.ly/v6wX30mwbwW“The Laundry Room” submitted anonymously to Weird Darkness“Sleep Paralysis in Bangkok” by MarkiO for YourGhostStories.com: http://ow.ly/FUOD30mwc0C“Truckstop Horror Stories” by Erin McCann for Ranker: https://tinyurl.com/wldxxnl“Buried Alive in Wilmington” by TheresaHPIR for Theresa's Haunted History of the Tri-State: https://tinyurl.com/rr4cvoh“Murder in Pantomime” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/y97rswf5“Strange Manifestation” by Brian Abraham posted at My Haunted Life Too: https://tinyurl.com/wmlzd22“Winged Chupacabras” by Nick Redfern for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/th8p7ox“The Flying Humanoids of Mexico” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/urxujoc“James and the Giant Leech” by James Mooney from the book “Myths of the Cherokee”: https://amzn.to/2JHpUFo=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: November 07, 2018NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/LongHaulToHell
Playing with a theory on the fluidity of time, a college professor accidentally transports himself back to the period before the Great Depression. His interference with the time-space continuum alters his future drastically. | #RetroRadio EP0427Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Time Killer” (April 05, 1976)00:47:02.019 = The Mysterious Traveler, “Death Has a Thousand Faces” (September 21, 1948)01:13:54.269 = Mystery House, “Sauce For Goose” (September 30, 1945) ***WD01:39:44.069 = Night Beat, “Elinar Pierce And Family” (October 13, 1950) ***WD02:09:50.649 = CBC Nightfall, “In The Name of the Father” (December 11, 1981) ***WD02:39:16.009 = Mr. and Mrs. North, “Milkman's Ring” (July 15, 1947) ***WD03:04:12.029 = Obsession, “Cousin Charlie” (November 27, 1950) ***WD03:27:23.809 = Mystery Playhouse, “Turnabout” (May 20, 1946) ***WD03:50:10.769 = Price of Fear, “Goody Two Shoes” (May 30, 1983) ***WD (LQ)04:17:22.859 = Adventures of Ellery Queen, “One Diamond” (May 06, 1948)04:46:31.635 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0427
Between 1939 and 1950, a Greek monastery that promised free tuberculosis treatment and spiritual salvation became a house of horrors where Abbess Mariam Soulakiotis—dubbed "Mother Rasputin"—systematically tortured and murdered wealthy converts who had surrendered their fortunes to join her religious sect.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: On a dark October night in 1989, the crew of the USS Memphis watched in horror as a colossal boomerang-shaped craft emerged from a blood-red sky, circled their nuclear submarine with impossible precision, then vanished at incomprehensible speed—triggering a military cover-up that scattered the crew and erased all official records of the encounter. *** When exhausted British soldiers retreating from the Battle of Mons in 1914 reported seeing towering angels holding back the German army, it sparked a century-long mystery that blurs the line between divine intervention, mass hallucination, wartime propaganda, and one of the most enduring supernatural legends in military history. It's the true story of the Angels of Mons. *** A Greek monastery abbess known as "Mother Rasputin" systematically murdered at least 177 people between 1939 and 1950, luring wealthy women and tuberculosis patients to surrender their fortunes before torturing them to death in one of Europe's most horrific cases of religious manipulation and mass murder.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:02:13.068 = Show Open00:04:19.659 = Mother Rasputin00:19:16.308 = Witness of Mons (Historical Fiction)00:26:07.226 = Angels of Mons00:55:48.801 = USS Memphis Incident01:09:28.836 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Mother Rasputin”: https://emadion.it/en/homicides/serial-killers/serial-killer-women/mariam-soulakiotis-the-killer-nun/, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariam_Soulakiotis, https://www.historicmysteries.net/p/sent-from-the-devil-mariam-soulakiotis“Angels of Mons: When Heaven Intervened On The Battlefield”: https://historyhub.info/the-angel-of-mons-from-myth-to-fact, https://www.history.co.uk/articles/the-angel-of-mons-and-other-strange-supernatural-stories-from-world-war-i,https://spartacus-educational.com/FWWangelsmons.htm, https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/20834758.grandfather-said-saw-angel-mons/“USS Memphis Incident”: https://medium.com/%40oliviero65/the-uss-memphis-enigma-when-a-submerged-ufo-challenged-the-u-s-navy-b475ef905a47, https://anomalien.com/huge-ufo-stopped-a-us-nuclear-submarine-the-uss-memphis-incident/, https://www.ufoinsight.com/ufos/close-encounters/uss-memphis-underwater-ufo-presence,https://mysteriousuniverse.org/2025/05/Another-Layer-of-Nuance-to-the-UFO-Mystery-Baffling-Otherworldly-Encounters-with-Military-Naval-Vessels-/, https://amzn.to/3HoxeaI=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: June 03, 2025NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MotherRasputin
Beneath the world's darkest waters, divers have encountered massive, ancient predators with razor-sharp teeth and serpentine bodies that have left survivors traumatized and scientists baffled about what truly lurks in the unexplored depths.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Divers venture into the world of the deep, observing seascapes and wildlife most will never witness for themselves. While divers often come across incredible life never seen before, fascinating them and us after seeing the photos, other diver encounters with the unknown leave a lasting impression due to their sheer terror. (Divers's Terrifying True Encounters With Underwater Monsters) *** One hundred years ago, the surge of interest in communicating with spirits challenged Judeo-Christian traditions, sparking the rise of spiritualism in the 19th century. This movement, ignited by the Fox sisters in 1848, blended science with faith and captivated millions across the United States and Europe. Despite skepticism and debunking efforts by figures like Harry Houdini, spiritualism's allure persisted, with some still practicing its methods even today. (Phantoms And Faith: The Rise of Spiritualism) *** Discovered in the Vologne River with his hands and feet bound, four-year-old Gregory Villemin's death led to chilling anonymous threats and a complex investigation. Despite numerous suspects and revived efforts, the true perpetrator of the 1984 murder remains elusive, leaving a family and a community still searching for justice today. (The Mysterious Murder of Gregory Villemin) *** In movies and TV shows, characters often emerge unscathed from being buried alive, but in reality, this ordeal can result in severe physical and psychological trauma. Survivors may need extensive therapy to regain basic functions like walking and speaking due to oxygen deprivation. We'll look at the chilling true horrors of live burials, with firsthand accounts that reveal the terrifying reality behind a fate worse than death. (The Nightmare of Being Buried Alive)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:45.828 = Show Open00:03:57.994 = The Duluth Leviathan (Historical Fiction)00:05:36.638 = Divers' Terrifying True Encounters With Underwater Monsters00:30:53.528 = The Mysterious Murder of Gregory Villemin00:39:46.000 = Phantoms & Faith: The Rise of Spiritualism00:47:39.352 = The Nightmare of Being Buried Alive00:56:49.478 = The Haunted Hills of Seven Sisters Road01:01:44.348 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…Book: “The Loch Ness Story” by Nicholas Witchell: https://amzn.to/3LpqAzVBook: “Haunted Media: Electronic Presence From Telegraphy To Television” by Jeffrey Sconce: https://amzn.to/3Y7tSzd“Divers' Terrifying True Encounters With Underwater Monsters” source: Brent Swancer, Mysterious Universe:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3hdp3xyj“Phantoms and Faith: The Rise of Spiritualism” source: Ines Anton, National Geographic: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ypfhbweh“The Nightmare of Being Buried Alive” source: Jacob Shelton, Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2ku9pnmh“The Mysterious Murder of Gregory Villemin” source: The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y8wktjbv“The Haunted Hills of Seven Sisters Road” source: Patricia Platt, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckjz5jb=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 16, 2024NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/DiversUnderwaterMonsters
Scientists are discovering mysterious ripples in space-time, unexplained phenomena like déjà vu, and strange disappearances that may all point to one mind-bending possibility: we're surrounded by invisible parallel universes.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: The Czech Republic is one of the most haunted countries in the world… and one of the most haunted locations in the country is “the Green Lobster Hotel”. *** Does your dog bark at seemingly nothing? Perhaps it's not nothing after all. *** Could a ghostly fiddler in the woods be luring children to their doom in the United Kingdom? *** Emilie Sagee had a spectral twin – a doppelgänger – but it was different than any other “seeing-double” story you've heard. *** The Myrtles Plantation is considered one of the most haunted places in all of America – but even stranger is the evidence given to support the claim. *** Could parallel dimensions actually exist? I'll give you eight reason to consider the possibility. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…(Sorry, this information has been lost over time.)SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Is Someone There?”: (link no longer available)“The Haunted Green Lobster Hotel” by G. Michael Vasey, from the book “Czech Republic – The Most Haunted Country In The World”: http://amzn.to/2CmMYZE“Is Something Paranormal Making My Dog Bark Each Night?”: (link no longer available)“The Crooked Fiddler”: (link no longer available)“The Spectral Twin of Emilie Sagee” from The Line-Up: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p947usr“The Myrtles Plantation Legends, Lores and Lies” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/nhjdn45c“Friend's Wedding”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4jzuwzxw“8 Clues That Suggest Parallel Universes Do Exist” from MessageToEagle.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ycktaj6w=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: November 07, 2018NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice.EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ParallelDimensions
Adapted from Ambrose Bierce's ghostly short story, a man is summoned home to learn of his mother's mysterious death. Through shifting perspectives — a grieving son, a tormented husband, and a voice from beyond the grave — the story of what really happened on The Moonlit Road slowly unravels… but not everything that walks in moonlight is at rest! | #RetroRadio EP0426Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Vanity Dies Hard” (April 02, 1976)00:49:54.089 = Philip Marlowe, “Feminine Touch” (May 07, 1949) ***WD01:19:46.109 = The Black Mass, “Moonlit Road” (November 30, 1970) ***WD01:52:26.079 = Beyond Midnight, “The Man Who Sold His Soul” (1968-1970) ***WD02:23:47.129 = MindWebs, “My Object All Sublime” (January 20, 1979)02:49:56.439 = Ellery Queen's Minute Mysteries, “Psychological Error” (1939-1948)02:50:52.001 = Voice In The Night, “Necklace” (June 14, 1948)03:20:56.559 = Mystery In The Air, “Black Cat” (September 18, 1947) ***WD03:46:55.409 = Molle Mystery Theater, “Witness For The Prosecution” (May 31, 1946) ***WD (LQ)04:11:37.879 = Mr. District Attorney, “Wedding Night” (September 07, 1949) ***WD04:35:58.339 = Murder At Midnight, “The Line Is Dead” (May 22, 1950) ***WD(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0426
The familiar phrase "playing devil's advocate" actually originated from a real Catholic Church position where an official was tasked with arguing against candidates for sainthood to ensure only the truly worthy were canonized.ABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: In an effort to test one of his theories on social behavior, psychologist Muzafer Sherif released twenty-two 12-year-old boys into a sparsely supervised wilderness camp — and then covertly provoked them to fight each other. (The Robbers Cave Experiment) *** Witch hunts and trials. They didn't end in Salem – they live on even today in Papua New Guinea. (Papua New Guinea Witchcraft) *** A man in Japan sees small, childlike ashen white aliens. (Childlike Aliens) *** How can a holy book such as the Christian bible bring bad luck? One paranormal museum in West Virginia has the answer with an infamous display of the 666 Bible. (The 666 Bible) *** The people of Hannibal, Missouri in the late 1800s would remain appalled that one of their most prominent residents could be murdered without retribution. Even a $10,000 reward couldn't bring justice. (The Stillwell Murder) *** A father takes his son to the ruins of an old, burned down building – and the boy sees something his father doesn't. (The Old Factory Visit) *** “The Devil's Advocate” – it's a phrase that can be traced to the Roman Catholic Church that long had an actual official office for a person who was employed to be exactly that – an advocate for the devil. And he still works for the church even today. (The Devil's Advocate) *** It's one of the most-enigmatic unsolved cases of the 21st Century. A family of three goes missing in 2009, and despite an abundance of evidence, law enforcement is no closer to solving this mystery today. In fact, it could even be said that the more clues that are uncovered only result in additional questions. (What Happened To The Jamison Family?)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS…(Sorry, but this information has been lost over time.)SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Robbers Cave Experiment” by Taig Spearman: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4v5259xu“Papua New Guinea Witchcraft” by Caleb Strom: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckvym9b“The Devil's Advocate” by Ellen Lloyd: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8uyaes“Childlike Aliens": https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/22ujw2jt“The 666 Bible” by Theresa HPIR: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/32wdwakp“The Stillwell Murder” by Robert Wilhelm: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9bnkr4“The Old Factory Visit” by Mike: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3zxf3vje“What Happened To The Jamison Family?” by Stu Wahlin for Weird Darkness: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/stuwahlin=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: November 12, 2018EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/DevilsAdvocate
From the mist-shrouded moors of Britain to the backroads of America, massive black hounds with glowing red eyes have terrorized witnesses for centuries—but when archaeologists unearth the bones of a 200-pound, 7-foot-tall dog near the site of a legendary hellhound attack, the line between folklore and reality begins to blur in the most chilling way.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Eerie tales of spectral Hellhounds have haunted humanity for centuries, from the misty moors of the British Isles to the dense forests of Appalachia. These colossal black dogs with glowing eyes are said to be harbingers of doom, leaving a trail of fear and mystery in their wake. Over the years, the line between folklore and reality has blurred after numerous individuals have reported their own true tales of coming face-to-face with these denizens of the underworld. (True Tales of Hellhounds: Ancient Myths To Modern Cases) *** When the criminal justice system falters, the dead may step in to rectify the errors of the living. Through eerie whispers, unsettling dreams, and ghostly apparitions, sometimes, the deceased help to ensure justice is served. (Victims Who Solved Their Own Murders From The Grave) *** On June 9th, 1979, approximately 35 riders boarded the Sydney Ghost Train ride in Australia's beloved harbor attraction Luna Park. Seven of them would not leave the train tunnel alive. (The Haunting Tragedy of the Sydney Ghost Train Fire) *** On a fateful night in 1860 New York City, John Walton was gunned down in cold blood, setting off a desperate chase through the shadowy streets. As his cousin pursued the mysterious assailant, another life was claimed, plunging the city into a gripping tale of murder, intrigue, and a relentless quest for justice. The aftermath revealed a tangled web of family secrets, betrayal, and a courtroom drama that would captivate the entire nation. (Mystery of the Distiller's Demise) *** In the late eighteenth century, terror gripped the streets of London as a mysterious figure known as "The London Monster" targeted aristocratic women with cruel precision. Over fifty attacks within two years sparked widespread panic, leading to the formation of vigilante groups and a media frenzy that captivated the city's working class. What made him a monster, you may ask? He snuck up behind women and stabbed them… in the buttocks! (London's Butt-Stabbing Monster)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:04:53.967 = Show Open00:07:54.061 = True Tales of Hellhounds, Part 100:23:48.602 = True Tales of Hellhounds, Part 200:53:27.928 = Mystery of the Distiller's Demise01:02:32.947 = London's Butt-Stabbing Monster01:09:55.039 = Victims Who Solved Their Own Murders From The Grave01:21:02.933 = The Haunting Tragedy of the Sydney Ghost Train Fire01:28:27.949 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Victims Who Solved Their Own Murders From The Grave” source: Lyra Radford at ListVerse.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckrb5d7“The Haunting Tragedy of the Sydney Ghost Train Fire” by Carolyn Cox for The-Line-Up.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y5ssbkyd (used with permission)“London's Butt-Stabbing Monster” source: Creative History Stories: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckk95u2“Mystery of the Distiller's Demise” source: Robert Wilhelm at MurderByGaslight.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yck5vxwv“True Tales of Hellhounds: Ancient Myths to Modern Cases” source: Brent Swancer at MysteriousUniverse.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4ry86tcp=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 15, 2024EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/hellhounds
A woman rents a home and discovers she's not the only one keeping house; an invisible child's ghost is silently cleaning beside her. Hear “A Pair of Hands” from BBC's Haunted Tales of the Supernatural! | #RetroRadio EP0425CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Spit And Image” (March 31, 1976)00:47:37.399 = BBC Haunted Tales of the Supernatural, “A Pair of Hands” (January 12, 1980)01:14:46.799 = The Haunting Hour, “Death By Request” (September 08, 1945) ***WD01:39:56.909 = Have Gun Will Travel, “Roped” (June 07, 1959)02:04:14.549 = Mystery Is My Hobby, “Howard's Treasure Map” (1945-1946) ***WD02:27:38.969 = Sherlock Holmes, “Murder Beyond The Mountains” (January 14, 1946)02:56:42.539 = Incredible But True, “Three Hundred Years Late” (1950-1951)03:00:30.734 = Inner Sanctum, “Wailing Wall” (November 06, 1945)03:30:02.319 = The Key, “Child Murderer” (1956) ***WD03:55:46.189 = Lights Out, “Dream” (March 16, 1943)04:25:00.539 = LineUp, “The Mad Bomber” (June 26, 1951)04:49:46.339 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0425