Podcasts about true crime cases

On this week's episode we're going international! You'll travel to London with Esther for a behind-the-scenes listen to the Once Upon a Crime live show recorded at CrimeCon UK on June 8th. Esther emceed a game show called “Killer Knowledge” where she challenged fellow true crime podcasters Neil and Megan from Mortal Musings on their true crime trivia knowledge. The audience even got in on the action to see who knew their true crime best. So, grab your detective hat and play along — let's find out if you're smarter than a podcaster Links:  Patreon - www.patreon.com/onceuponacrime  Our Website -  www.truecrimepodcast.com  OUAC Merchandise Store: https://my-store-db71ce.creator-spring.com - Use discount code CCUK25 for 15% off your order for a limited time!  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@OnceUponACrimePodcast  

When a pizza delivery man becomes an unwilling bank robber with a bomb around his neck, a radiology technician dances with his dead girlfriend's corpse for seven years, and a teenager secretly lives in a family's walls – you know you've entered the realm of true crime cases so bizarre they make fiction look perfectly reasonable.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 world of astral projection is filled with eerie encounters and odd entities – and the haunting possibility of never returning to your body! (Beyond The Body: True Stories of Astral Projection) *** In 1982, Chicago was rocked by a series of mysterious deaths linked to Tylenol capsules laced with cyanide. And we still don't know who committed the crime. (Fatal Dosage: The Tylenol Murders) *** From ancient Mesopotamian wind demons to the fallen angel Lucifer himself, we'll touch on the dark and fascinating world of demonology and demonic lore across various cultures and religions. (Degenerate Demons and Dangerous Demonology) *** In 1929 the Evangelista family was brutally murdered in their own home… and it's possible Benny Evangelista's dabbling in the occult was the catalyst. (The Evangelista Occult Murders) *** We'll look at the unsettling and bizarre side of true crime, from Carl Tanzler's macabre obsession to the chilling disappearance of Emanuela Orlandi. Each case is both captivating and confounding, and sometimes downright weird. (The Weird And Strange Side of True Crime)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:27.135 = Show Open00:03:26.990 = The Weird And Strange Side of True Crime00:16:45.734 = Beyond The Body: True Stories of Astral Projection00:22:42.713 = Fatal Dosage: The Tylenol Murders00:32:47.959 = Degenerate Demons and Dangerous Demonology00:46:38.652 = The Evangelista Occult Murders00:58:39.290 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Beyond The Body: True Stories of Astral Projection” source: Marcus Lowth, UFOInsight.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3wb9h869“The Weird And Strange Side of True Crime” source: Patrick Thornton, Weird History at Ranker.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9fsamf“Fatal Dosage: The Unsolved Tylenol Murders” source: Stefanie Hammond, Unspeakable Crimes at Ranker.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5n8d7kzn“Degenerate Demons and Dangerous Demonology” source: Austin Harvey, AllThatsInteresting.com:https://allthatsinteresting.com/demons“The Evangelista Occult Murders” by Troy Taylor for American Hauntings Ink:https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/evangelista (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 31, 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/DancingWithTheDead

Step into the chilling world of unresolved mysteries with "5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2025." These five haunting stories remain clouded in uncertainty, leaving families and communities yearning for answers and justice.

In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we dive headfirst into the Stranger Danger phenomenon that gripped the U.S. in the 1970s and 1980s. From disturbing true crime cases like the disappearances of Etan Patz and Adam Walsh, to dramatized media like Girls Beware and Wheels of Terror, we explore how a cultural wave of fear shaped parenting, public policy, and the childhoods of an entire generation.We break down the origins of the Stranger Danger myth, how it gained traction through news coverage and TV PSAs, and the true crimes that fueled the fear. With a mix of informative breakdowns and a bit of nostalgic reflection, we examine the psychological and societal impact this era of paranoia had on families—and whether it still lingers today.Instagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongTikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsAll music in this episode is courtesy of Mannequin Uprising.

Join us as we explore five compelling solved true crime cases that shocked communities and brought justice to light. Each story uncovers the harrowing events, investigations, and outcomes that changed lives forever.

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Alyssa Nicole Taylor (00:12) #2 - April Dawn Greene (02:58) #3 - Brenda Kay Green (04:21) #4 - Jerry Lee Armstrong (06:49) #5 - Kimberly Sue Doss (09:24)   Sources: https://controlc.com/8cb858dd   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

At the end of 2024, Once Upon a Crime released a two-part deep dive into The Life and Crimes of Sean Diddy Combs, unraveling the shocking allegations and federal charges facing the music mogul. Since then, the story has only grown more intense. With over 50 civil lawsuits filed and a federal trial set to begin on May 5th, the once-celebrated producer now finds himself at the center of one of the most high-profile legal battles in entertainment history. In this week's episode, we catch up on where the case stands now, what Diddy's life looks like behind bars, and what we can expect in the courtroom in the weeks ahead. Joining me is Brian Buckmire—legal contributor for ABC, co-host of Law and Crime Daily, and host of the new podcast Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy from 20/20 and ABC Audio. As a former senior staff attorney at The Legal Aid Society and an experienced homicide defense attorney, Brian brings deep legal insight and firsthand courtroom experience to this complicated and ever-evolving case. Tune in as we break down the legal landscape, explore the strategies at play, and try to understand the road ahead for one of music's most powerful—and now controversial—figures. Episode highlights: The latest updates in the Diddy case What life is like for him behind bars How civil and criminal charges intersect What legal experts are watching for as the trial nears A behind-the-scenes look at Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy Listen to Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy now wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to Once Upon a Crime for more true crime deep dives. Sponsors:  Gabb: For the best deals on Gabb Smart Phones and Watches, sign up to Gabb today - no contract required - at Gabb.com/once. Spot and Tango: For a limited time, go to SpotandTango.com/once and use code ONCE to get 50% off your first order. LaPure Naturals: All thriller, no filler! Upgrade your skincare routine with our all-natural Beef Tallow, made with rich, skin-loving vitamins and natural oils. Take 40% OFF today with code 'ONCE' at https://lapurenaturals.com/once  To advertise on this podcast, please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com    Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/onceuponacrime  Links:  Patreon - www.patreon.com/onceuponacrime  Our Website -  www.truecrimepodcast.com  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@OnceUponACrimePodcast  

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Gary Larson (00:12) #2 - James Hutson (03:50) #3 - Lela Johnston (06:07) #4 - Russell Stager (08:04) #5 - Sarah Carr (11:37)   Sources: https://controlc.com/23d04e64   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Baby Garnet #2 - Esther Gonzalez #3 - Meredith Emerson #4 - Teresa Sievers #5 - Tracy Whitney   Sources: https://controlc.com/b192e46b   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Joseph Grozelle #2 - Kelly Camargo #3 - Nanci Britner #4 - Teresa Woolard #5 - Bill Kwiatek   Sources: https://controlc.com/6bfa3ac1   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Angela Samota #2 - Jessica Currin #3 - Kimberly Langwell #4 - Madeline Kingsbury #5 - Makayla Young   Sources: https://controlc.com/b5a21d0c   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Ben Roseland #2 - Harley Warren Morris #3 - Jermain Charlo #4 - Miyazawa family murders #5 - Muriel Baldridge   Sources: https://controlc.com/79c57c8e   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Unidentified Skull #2 - Esther Granger #3 - Kim Wall #4 - Leslie Diane Marty #5 - Raymond Hernandez   Sources: https://controlc.com/5c9e12ac   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Cynthia Bah-Traore #2 - Jarvis McIntire #3 - Josh Hawkins #4 - Lisa Stone #5 - Nadia Atwi   Sources: https://controlc.com/c4ef40c7   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

There's True crime cases and then there's the Supernatural. One is factual and the other more of a belief. So when the two come together under one case it can make for some pretty extraordinary and scary stories, and that what's we're digging in to today. Welcome to Scary Mysteries her are 5 Haunted True Crime Cases

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Jamey Newport #2 - Jodi Sanderholm #3 - Mary Schlais #4 - Tristan Hope Dilley #5 - Dale William Update   Sources: https://controlc.com/153583bf   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Amanda Overstreet #2 - Annita Price #3 - Diana Davis #4 - Juanita Jones #5 - Nick Swanson   Sources: https://controlc.com/97a09ede   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Alex Woodworth #2 - Genai Coleman #3 - Lilie James #4 - Meredith Lane #5 - Thomas Meixner   Sources: https://controlc.com/667b76fe   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Barbara McClure #2 - Bethanie Dougherty #3 - Charline Rosemond #4 - Daniel Reaves #5 - Raymond Weed   Sources: https://controlc.com/95d14e9f   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Angela Ng (00:12) #2 - Cathy Small (03:12) #3 - Elizabeth Olten (06:59) #4 - Jazzy Porter (12:09) #5 - Kathy Halle (15:04)   Sources: https://controlc.com/b79123da   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Bianca Chanel Green #2 - Candice Caffas #3 - Diamond Bynum and King Walker #4 - Florence Junction Clandestine Grave Jane Doe 1988 #5 - Khamya Reddick   Sources: https://controlc.com/3d7c30c6   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

Sometimes YOU guys reach out to me with requests to cover stories and I always write them down, but don't always get the chance to fit them in to an episode. So today I'm taking 5 of the creepy and strange ones you've asked about and bringing them to you right here. Thanks by the way for the suggestions and I hope you enjoy it….here are 5 True Crime Cases You Requested.

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Ashley Pond (00:12) #2 - Estella Mena (04:34) #3 - Josie Cunningham (06:36) #4 - Katie Collman (09:08) #5 - Melonie White (12:03)   Sources: https://controlc.com/f2acb533   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - China Videon #2 - Diana Vicari #3 - Kim Croft #4 - Maxine Bitomski #5 - Stella Evon Update: Rockwood Jane Doe   Sources: https://controlc.com/a1d88409   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Clarrissa Winchester #2 - Deborah Liles #3 - Jamie Felix #4 - Jenna Burleigh #5 - Michele Avila   Sources: https://controlc.com/ccb8ff58   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

Your host Jen Rivera (investigative journalist, true crime podcaster & host of The Unseen Truth) dives deep into the untold stories behind some of the most compelling and lesser-known cases. Jen honors victims & their families while exploring the complexities of each case. With some exclusive interviews and an unwavering commitment to advocacy, Jen strives to raise awareness & advocate for justice.Case Uncovered is not your typical true crime podcast - these are the stories you haven't heard, but need to know...Visit jenriverainvestigates.com to learn more about the show  Follow @caseuncovered on Instagram  To suggest a case email jen@reignitedmedia.com     Case Uncovered is a Reignited Media + Fire Eyes Media production hosted by Jen RiveraBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-true-crime--5679751/support.

In this episode of States of Discovery, Sara and Marisa explore the chilling true crime cases and unexplained mysteries within America's national parks. They discuss infamous cases like the unsolved murders in Shenandoah, mysterious disappearances in Death Valley, and eerie findings in Yellowstone. Joined by experts from National Park After Dark and Crime Off the Grid, they examine the challenges of investigating crimes in vast, remote landscapes, the lack of centralized missing persons data, and the complexities of jurisdiction. They also provide crucial safety tips for park visitors and discuss the growing impact of tourism on these protected lands. The episode concludes with a reflection on how these stories influence public perception, inspiring curiosity and conservation rather than deterring visitors.In This Episode, We Cover: The most infamous true crime cases in national parks, including unsolved disappearances and shocking murders. How investigators navigate the difficulties of solving crimes in remote wilderness areas. The challenges of jurisdictional overlap and missing persons databases within the National Park System. Practical safety tips for hikers, campers, and adventurers who want to explore national parks responsibly. How national parks are dealing with modern challenges, from overcrowding to budget cuts.Featured Guests:

To some, he’s the mysterious voice behind their favourite true crime podcast (besides True Crime Conversations, of course). Others know him as ‘Casey.’ But who is Casefile's anonymous host, really? Today, we get a chance to find out a little more about him. In this exclusive chat, ‘Casey’ and Gemma talk about why he’s kept his identity a secret, how Casefile got started, the creative process behind the show, and the cases that have had the biggest impact on him. He might not tell us his real name, but we’re sharing his story. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia CREDITS Guest: 'Casey', anonymous host of Casefile Host: Gemma Bath Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Jacob Round GET IN TOUCH Email us at truecrime@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note to give us feedback or suggest a case for the podcast. Rate or review us on Apple by clicking on the three dots in the top right-hand corner, click Go To Show then scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the stars at the bottom and write a review. You can also leave a comment for us on Spotify. If any of the contents in this episode have caused distress, know that there is help available via Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Amy Jo Nelson #2 - Andy Powell #3 - April Pitzer #4 - Robert Craig Stevens #5 - Sherrie Stout   Sources: https://controlc.com/89756fcb   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Jennifer Hebert #2 - Pamela Kay Wittman #3 - Shaniya Nicole Davis #4 - Tahani Mansour #5 - Jacob Crouch   Sources: https://controlc.com/0a5b1656   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Cheri Tyra #2 - Debra Ann Smith #3 - Jamie Lusher Jr. #4 - Rosetta Jean-Baptiste #5 - Warren Portis Update: Amber Spradlin   https://controlc.com/d97e4072   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Carolyn Byington #2 - Gayle Barrus #3 - Saad Kawaf #4 - Todd Morgan #5 - Trevon Hall   Sources: https://controlc.com/01634448   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Barry Rubery #2 - Charles Mauk Jr. #3 - Elaine Nix #4 - James Valdez #5 - Jerry Hall   Sources: https://controlc.com/52f5f9bf   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Chelsea Martinez #2 - Denise Lee #3 - Marx Barnes #4 - The DeLucia Family #5 - Ryan Poston   Sources: https://controlc.com/5311bc0e   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Betty Alexander #2 - Iris Tyson #3 - Jaylen Griffin #4 - Lisa Carnes #5 - Russell Turcotte   Sources: https://controlc.com/10531724   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

Surprise! In this special AMA episode, I'm answering your burning questions about true crime, podcasting, and everything in between. From the cases that haunt me most to the behind-the-scenes of creating True Crime Cases with Lanie, nothing is off-limits! Plus, I'm sharing my secret weapon for staying focused during long research sessions. Content Warnings: Discuss […]

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Alicia Moore #2 - Angelica Milan #3 - Angie Anders #4 - Crissy Hayes #5 - Return to Nature Funeral Home   Sources: https://controlc.com/23398326   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Alistair Wilson #2 - Paige Renkoski #3 - Regina Hicks #4 - Robert Bee Jr. #5 - Sarah Kinslow   Sources: https://controlc.com/5ebd75d2   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Muna Pandey #2 - Rachael Anderson #3 - Teree Becker #4 - Aminah Gathers #5 - Emery Patterson   Sources: https://controlc.com/0863eef6   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 True Crime Cases Still Unsolved in 2024 #1 - Cory Marie Rubio #2 - Debra Ann Woodson #3 - Jackie Ebel #4 - Lois Jean Rogers #5 - Maurice Walker   Sources: https://controlc.com/72f859ae   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

5 Solved True Crime Cases #1 - Carmen Van Huss #2 - Claudette and Major Melvin #3 - Khaleesi Curthriell #4 - Marie-Chantale Desjardins #5 - Sylena Herrnkind   Sources: https://controlc.com/0e13ea8f   Support the show Subscribe: ✅ https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthernGirlCrimeStories?sub_confirmation=1

From an inexplicable force that turned a woman to ashes in her farmhouse, to strange phenomena that transformed a quiet English town into a UFO hotspot, these nine chilling Christmas mysteries continue to baffle investigators and haunt communities long after the holiday decorations were packed away.Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVIN THIS EPISODE: A nurse was found dead in her bed - and her boyfriend and his nine-year-old son vanished, leaving behind only a truck full of bloodstained presents. (Christmas Murder in Lockhart) *** A little girl vanishes on a winter road trip to Las Vegas, and twenty Christmases later, a detective's search for answers leads to a desperate couple's final confession - but not to the truth about what really happened to two-year-old Nikole Betterson. (Nikole's Christmas Farewell) *** Behind one of the most beloved Christmas poems ever written lies a centuries-old mystery: was "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" penned by a scholarly professor for his children, or did someone else create the story that shaped how we see Santa Claus? (‘Twas The Mystery Before Christmas) *** When Patty Vaughan left her home on Christmas Day 1996, she left behind three children and a trail of mysterious clues - including an abandoned van, suspicious blood stains, and a red work uniform that would puzzle investigators for decades to come. (The Patty Vaughan Vanishing) *** When farmhand John Larson awoke to find soot on his pillow on Christmas morning 1885, he never imagined he'd discover his employer Patrick Rooney dead from smoke inhalation and his wife Matilda mysteriously burned to ash in a perfectly circular hole in their kitchen floor - with no other fire damage to the house. (Matilda Rooney's Christmas Combustion) *** In the quiet town of New London, Connecticut, what began as a simple flat tire on Christmas Eve 1973 turned into one of the community's darkest mysteries when twenty-year-old Kevin Showalter was struck and killed by a driver who vanished into the night - leaving behind a grieving mother, whispers of a cover-up, and questions that would haunt the town for decades. (The Hit And Run Death of Kevin Showalter) *** A teenage girl's first office Christmas party should have been a celebration of new beginnings, but for Rhonda Hinson, it became her last night alive - and the start of a mystery that would puzzle investigators for over forty years. (Rhonda Hinson's Only Office Christmas Party) *** A mother's quick errand turns into a decades-old mystery when Tracy Mertens vanishes from her Birmingham flat days before Christmas, leaving investigators with a yellow Ford Escort, two mysterious men, and questions that remain unanswered to this day. (The Tracy Mertens Mystery) *** On Christmas morning 1964, the quiet town of Warminster, England woke up to strange sounds that would mark the beginning of one of history's most puzzling mysteries - a series of unexplained events that would become known worldwide as 'The Thing. (The Warminster Christmas Thing)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open00:02:56.281 = Show Intro00:07:05.727 = The Warminster Christmas Thing00:14:09.612 = The Tracy Mertens Mystery00:18:03.950 = The Mystery of Matilda Rooney's Christmas Combustion00:22:29.914 = Rhonda Hinson's Only Office Christmas Party00:29:00.119 = Christmas Murder in Lockhart00:31:49.973 = The Holiday Hit-And-Run of Kevin Showalter00:35:21.077 = Nikole's Christmas Farewell00:42:04.732 = The Patty Vaughan Vanishing00:45:28.112 = ‘Twas The Mystery Before Christmas00:51:31.637 = Show CloseOriginally aired: December 21, 2024SOURCES PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/ChristmasMysteries

Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamIN THIS EPISODE: For decades, firefighters at the Chicago Fire Department noticed an eerie hand print that left a permanent mark on a casement, which could not be washed, scraped or removed, despite several attempts. Legends circulated, and many believed that the handprint had a rather macabre history, belonging to a fellow firefighter. (The Ghostly Handprint of Francis Leavy) *** Ventriloquists don't have a lot of prestige when it comes to the entertainment industry – on many lists they are just one rung higher than a juggler. But they've been throwing their voices at us for centuries. And one man named James Burns was so good at his art, he was tossed into jail for it! (The Man Who Could Make Dead Fish Talk) *** A child murdering their parents is, thankfully, rare – but when it happens, it grabs headlines. But some of the reasons that a child gives for murdering his or her own mother can be downright shocking and unbelievable. (They Murdered Their Mothers) *** Just the word “lobotomy” brings images of cruelty, inhumane treatment under the guise of medicine, and a procedure that could more appropriately be labeled as torture. We'll look at a few cases of individuals who had a lobotomy performed on them… and the disturbing results. (The Victims of Lobotomies)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open00:02:52.763 = The Man Who Could Make Dead Fish Talk00:10:31.868 = They Murdered Their Mothers00:23:26.101 = The Ghostly Handprint of Francis Leavy00:29:14.318 = Victims of Lobotomies00:39:43.024 = Listener submitted story from Michael Emmanuel Omokhuvie00:44:17.702 = Show Close00:46:12.508 = Bloopers and Outtakes SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Man Who Could Make Dead Fish Talk” by Sarah Murden for Georgian Era:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2nte76b6“The Ghostly Handprint of Francis Leavy” by Prince Petropia for Paranorms: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/53xwm2wd, and by Adam for Mysterious Chicago: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yxcvw3td“They Murdered Their Mothers” by Jessika M. Thomas for Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/kxprwkyk“The Victims of Lobotomies” by Jacob Shelton for Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3kuhpcxfWeird 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: May 18, 2021CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/ChildrenKillingTheirParents