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Inspired By a True Crime Case: In 1932, the quiet town of Blackwood was shattered when unemployed miner Bernard Gorski brutally murdered three of his children, leaving behind a lone survivor and a trail of haunting questions, THE TRUE CRIME CASE THIS STORY IS BASED ON: In July 1932, the quiet coal-mining borough of Lykens, Pennsylvania, was shaken by a horrifying crime. Barney Godleski, a 31‑year‑old unemployed miner, brutally murdered three of his four children—Paul (8), Lillian (6), and Alberta (4)—in the basement of their East Main Street home. Only 10‑year‑old Helen survived, reportedly because she “kept house” for her father and he was “proud” of her. On the morning of July 14, Helen awoke to find her sister missing and bloodstains on her pillow. Following a trail of blood, she found her father with a self‑inflicted throat wound. At his instruction, she fetched local undertaker James Heldt, to whom Barney confessed his crime. Police arrived to find Barney calmly sitting at the kitchen table with the axe and butcher knife he used for the murders. The children’s bodies were discovered in the cellar, one nearly decapitated. Barney confessed fully, stating that after a quarrel at a tavern and brooding over his marital troubles—his wife Lucille had left days earlier to work in Mount Carmel—he decided to kill the children and then himself. He admitted sparing Helen intentionally. Lucille, who had a past history of drug addiction and was working under an alias in Mount Carmel, expressed bitter anger and claimed she had feared Barney would harm the children, though locals described Barney as a devoted father and model citizen. Awaiting trial in Dauphin County Jail, Barney attempted suicide multiple times. On July 22, 1932, just eight days after the murders, he succeeded by hanging himself with his shirt sleeves in his cell. He was buried alongside the children he killed. The tragedy spiraled into further hardship for the family: Lucille was arrested for disorderly conduct the following month, and within two years both of her parents died, as did her brother in a mining accident. The eventual fates of Lucille and Helen remain unknown, with records only hinting that Lucille may have moved to New York by 1934. This grim case left behind unanswered questions about Barney’s mental state, Lucille’s role in the family breakdown, and the lasting impact on the lone surviving child. ORIGINAL CASE SOURCES… https://paoddities.blogspot.com/2020/06/the-lykens-triple-axe-murder-of-1932.html https://www.lykensvalley.org/three-children-killed-in-axe-murder-in-lykens-1932/ https://www.lykensvalley.org/lykens-funeral-for-ax-murder-victims-1932/ Music provided by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "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, 2025 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. CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/noir-blackwoodhorror #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #HistoricalTrueCrime #1930sCrime #PennsylvaniaTrueCrime #LykensMurders #FamilyMurders #CoalRegionCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #CrimeDocumentary #DarkHistory #UnsolvedHistory #TrueCrimeStories
Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025
Two crew members aboard a spaceship en route to Venus are thrust into fatal danger after a meteor strike severely depletes their oxygen reserves; it becomes clear there isn’t enough to support both of them for the journey… one one will survive, the other will perish in the cold of space. Hear the tale from CBC Mystery Theater with “The Breaking Strain” by Arthur C. Clarke! | #RetroRadio EP0477 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Killer’s Helper” (September 07, 1976) 00:45:31.449 = CBC Mystery Theater, “The Breaking Strain” (1968) ***WD 01:13:07.073 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From the Morgue, “Interface To Terror” (1992) ***WD 01:40:48.885 = The Clock, “Deadlier Than The Male” (September 25, 1947) ***WD 02:07:45.163 = Creeps By Night, “Strange Burial of Alexander Johnson” (July 13, 1944) 02:37:15.657 = The Crime Club, “Topaz Flower” (April 24, 1947) 03:07:11.733 = CBC Deep Night, “The Intercom” (July 15, 2005) 03:41:09.673 = The Devil and Mr. O, “House Is Haunted” (December 31, 1971) ***WD 04:09:50.620 = Dimension X, “First Contact” (September 08, 1951) 04:32:08.552 = The Strange Dr. Weird, “Secret Room” (February 13, 1945) ***WD 04:43:58.444 = The Creaking Door, “Face To Face Music of the Spheres” (1964-1965) ***WD 05:08:29.698 = The Eleventh Hour, “Sixth Sense Survivor” (1959-1971) 05:33:04.990 = Escape, “A Tooth For Paul Revere” (July 04, 1948) 06:02:30.977 = Murder By Experts, “The Big Money” (July 25, 1949) 06:31:56.698 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Scionic Uranium Prospector” (July 09, 1958) ***WD 06:51:03.491 = Dark Fantasy, “Letter From Yesterday” (May 01, 1942) ***WD 07:15:10.541 = Diary of Fate, “Rollie Andrews” (August 03, 1948) ***WD 07:42:07.593 = Fear on 4, “Invitation To The Vaults” (1988-1992) 08:10:50.029 = 5 Minute Mysteries, “The Masquerade” (late 1940s) 08:15:47.485 = Tales From The Tomb, “Do You Know Where The Children Are” (1960s) 08:20:57.904 = Future Tense, “With Folded Hands” (May 14, 1974) ***WD 08:49:20.216 = BBC Ghosts From The Past, “Mortmain” (April 22, 1992) 09:33:24.032 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0477
Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025
When a retired Russian soldier receives a magic bag from God that can trap anything inside it, he uses it to outsmart devils, imprison Death itself, and ultimately discovers that eternal life is the cruelest punishment of all. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: You see it in movies, TV shows, literature… when you have a scene with early humans it’s just a matter of time before you’re exposed to a human sacrifice. But why? With all of the animals out there to choose from, the harvesting of fruits and vegetables they could’ve placed on an altar… why human sacrifice? (Why Human Sacrifice?) *** You’re in a battle, you’ve had several horses shot out from under you, and suddenly someone points out that you’ve lost your leg. How do you respond to that? Whatever your answer, you probably wouldn’t be as suave about it as Lord Uxbridge was. (The Strange Tale of Lord Uxbridge’s Leg) *** Cornering the market in heroin and cocaine trafficking, Vito Rizzuto's mafia family dominated Montreal until his death in December 2013. (Canada’s Mafia Godfather) *** A senior couple seemed to be enjoying their retirement. They were heading home from their apartment in Florida to their home in New York as they did every Spring. But somewhere between they vanished into the ether. What happened to Charles and Catherine Romer? (The Vanishing of Charles and Catherine Romer) *** And later, we’ll look at a few lawsuits that should never made it to a courtroom… but we’re glad they did, because they make for a great kicker story for the podcast! (Lawsuits That Never Should Have Made it To a Courtroom) *** But first… a retired Russian soldier receives a magic bag from God, which ends up wreaking havoc in both heaven and hell! It’s the legend of Ivan Turbinca. (Ivan Turbinca: The Man Who Belonged In Neither Heaven Nor Hell) 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Intro 00:02:25.641 = Ivan Turbinca 00:10:33.267 = The Strange Tale of Lord Uxbridge’s Leg 00:18:58.743 = Why Human Sacrifice? 00:25:31.125 = The Vanishing of Charles And Catherine Romer 00:34:45.084 = Canada’s Mafia Godfather 00:43:33.209 = Lawsuits That Never Should Have Made It To a Courtroom 00:57:10.845 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Ivan Turbinca: The Man Who Belonged In Neither Heaven Nor Hell” by Valda Roric for Ancient Origins: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8n8xa7 “Why Human Sacrifice?” by Joseph Watts for The Conversation: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p86favf “The Vanishing of Charles and Catherine Romer” by Crystaldawn for Lost And Found Blogs:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2prwn7np “The Strange Tale of Lord Uxbridge’s Leg” by Kaushik Patowary for Amusing Planet: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8fzt4m “Canada’s Mafia Godfather” by Austin Harvey for All That’s Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4mvk6ka4 “Lawsuits That Never Should Have Made it To a Courtroom” by Paul Medina for ListVerse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y6m5uwhn=====(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 09, 2023 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/IvanTurbinca #IvanTurbinca #IonCreanga #RomanianFolkTales #EternalLifeCurse #MagicBag #TrappedDeath #RussianSoldier #TooWildForHeaven #TooCleverForHell #ImmortalityPunishment #EasternEuropeanFolklore #DeathPersonification #DevilFolklore #SaintPeter #Scaraoschi #TurbincaPouch #CursedImmortality #RomanianLiterature #FolkTaleWisdom #CheatingDeath #HeavenAndHell #LivingForeverCurse #SupernaturalPunishment #TricksterTales #SlavicMythology #OrthodoxFolkStories #FolkHorror #DarkFolkTales #ImmortalityCurse #FolkloreFriday
Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025
In 1935, when a jealous World War I veteran discovered 15-year-old Anna Zinn parked in the woods with his romantic rival, he shot her dead and vanished into Pennsylvania's wilderness, never to be seen again. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: A fifteen year old Wisconsin girl disappeared on April 3rd 1996 – and to this day it’s a mystery where she is or what has become of her. (Where Is Sara Bushland?) *** Many neighborhoods have at least one creepy house that has inspired ghost stories. That house in Los Feliz, California, located at 2475 Glendower Place, was dubbed the “Murder Mansion” - with good reason. (Murder Mansion of Los Angeles) *** What would you do if you were doing some construction in your home or business, and found a hidden bottle full of fish hooks, human teeth, shards of glass and an unidentified liquid? (The Witch Bottle In The Pub) *** A recent survey shows that 40 percent of Americans believe that a place can be haunted. Are you one of them? If so, you’re in good company here with the rest of the Weirdo Family. Glen Wershing is a believer as well – and has come to that conclusion through personal experience when moving into his new home. (A New Jersey Haunting) *** We look at some of the secret séance rituals of America’s largest Spiritualist community in New York. (Secret Seance Rituals) *** After he murdered a 15-year-old girl in 1935, the killer, Jefferson Walters, disappeared into thin air. (The Bowood Love Triangle) 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:00:31.227 = Show Open 00:02:38.866 = The Murderous Bowood Love Triangle 00:18:45.226 = Murder Mansion of Los Angeles 00:27:27.466 = Where Is Sara Bushland? 00:35:11.317 = The Witch Bottle In The Pub 00:39:49.180 = A New Jersey Haunting 00:46:33.324 = Secret Seance Rituals 00:55:47.123 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“What Happened to Jefferson Walters” (Bowood Love Triangle) from Pennsylvania Oddities: https://tinyurl.com/w5x8obe “Murder Mansion of Los Angeles” from Strange Remains: https://tinyurl.com/tek3vxt “Where Is Sara Bushland?” by Redditor NukaColaDrinkerPro: https://tinyurl.com/tw535mu “The Witch Bottle In The Pub” by Jason Daley for Smithsonian Magazine: https://tinyurl.com/szevvlf “A New Jersey Haunting” from The Washington Times: https://tinyurl.com/tulc7wr “Secret Seance Rituals” by Eric Spitznagel for The New York Post: https://tinyurl.com/y2uqkwx7 “Los Feliz Murder Mansion” photos: https://tinyurl.com/uahvw42 “Los Feliz Murder Mansion” realtor listing: https://tinyurl.com/v67uq9h BOOK: “Weird U.S.”: https://amzn.to/3bHKL8h BOOK: “Seance” by Shannon Taggert: https://amzn.to/3dIMsny=====(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 08, 2019 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/BowoodLoveTriangle #AnnaZinnMurder #JeffersonWalters #AlfredThorpe #BowoodPennsylvania #UnsolvedMurder1935 #FayetteCountyMurder #PennsylvaniaColdCase #LoveTriangleMurder #NewGenevaPennsylvania #UnsolvedTrueCrime #VintageCrime #1930sMurder #CedarGroveCemetery #NicholsonTownship #DisappearedKiller #PennsylvaniaManhunt #LaurelCaverns #TrueCrimeCommunity #JealousLoverMurder #PennsylvaniaMiningTowns #GreatDepressionCrime #RuralPennsylvaniaMurder #SundaySchoolTeacher #WWIVeteran #UniontownPennsylvania #AbandonedMines #MissingMurderer #HistoricalTrueCrime #PennsylvaniaUnsolvedMysteries #LoveTriangleGoneWrong #ColdCaseFiles #TrueCrimePodcast #UnsolvedCaseFiles
Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025
A passenger died at 30,000 feet above Greenland, but when Turkish Airlines Flight 79 landed in Chicago, the body had seemingly vanished into thin air — and no one can explain where it went. READ or LISTEN to the story: https://weirddarkness.com/the-vanishing-corpse-of-flight-79/ WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. #TurkishAirlinesFlight79 #VanishingCorpse #MissingBody #FlightMystery #AviationMystery #ChicagoOHare #InFlightDeath #AirplaneMystery #MissingPassenger #Flight79 #AviationCoverUp #UnexplainedDisappearance #AirlineMystery #TurkishAirlines #FlightDiversion #GreenlandEmergency #Aviation2025 #MissingCorpseMystery #UnsolvedMystery #AviationIncident #FlightEmergency #TrueCrime #AviationNews #MysteriousDisappearance #FlightTracking #BreakingNews #AirlineConspiracy #CookCounty #MedicalEmergency #AviationProtocol #Flight79Mystery #AirplaneIncident #TrueStory #UnexplainedEvents #AviationInvestigation #MissingPersonCase #FlightDeath #AirlineNews #Mystery2025 #ChicagoMystery #InvestigativeJournalism #AviationSafety #UnsolvedCase #FlightIncident #AirTravelMystery #BreakingAviation #MysteryStory #TrueMystery
Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025
A possessed doll’s violent obsession with her owner has escalated from attacking men to targeting his girlfriend in increasingly personal ways — and she’s not the only doll with a deadly reputation. READ or LISTEN to the story: https://weirddarkness.com/jealous-haunted-doll-elizabeth/ WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. #HauntedDolls #ElizabethTheHauntedDoll #PossessedDolls #HauntedObjectsMuseum #LeeSteer #ParanormalActivity #GhostHunting #Supernatural #DemonicPossession #HauntedObjects #ParanormalInvestigation #AnnabelleDoll #RobertTheDoll #PeggyTheDoll #DanRivera #HauntedMuseumUK #CursedObjects #ParanormalLoveTriangle #GhostStories #TrueParanormalStories #ParanormalEvidence #GhostAttacks #PossessedToys #EvilDolls #Paranormal2025 #RealHauntedDolls #FamousHauntedDolls #ParanormalRomance #JealousGhost #VictorianDolls #ParanormalInvestigators #GhostHuntersUK #OccultObjects #SpiritAttachment #SupernaturalExperiences #ParanormalTourism #HauntedYorkshire #PossessedBrideDoll #TrueGhostStories #ParanormalPhenomena #HauntedBritain #CreepyDolls #ParanormalCommunity #GhostHunters #HauntedCollectibles #SupernaturalEncounters #ParanormalResearch #HauntedAntiques #GhostlyEncounters #ParanormalUK
Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025
A gambler with a run of good luck receives a free car from a mysterious man with gray eyes. As his winnings pile up, the gray‑eyed stranger reappears again and again, even after the gambler witnesses him commit murder. It’s a chiller from Sleep No More! | #RetroRadio EP0476 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Graven Image” (September 06, 1976) 00:45:33.445 = Radio City Playhouse, “Blind Vengeance” (March 21, 1949) 01:14:50.442 = Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, “Strange Vigil” (1930) ***WD 01:15:51.501 = Sam Spade, “Prodigal Panda Caper” (December 29, 1950) ***WD 01:44:45.271 = The Sealed Book, “Death Spins a Web” (April 01, 1945) ***WD 02:14:07.119 = The Shadow, “The Laughing Corpse” (March 10, 1940) ***WD 02:39:48.766 = Sleep No More, “Over the Hill” and “The Man in the Black Hat” (December 05, 1956) ***WD 03:03:08.645 = BBC Spine Chillers, “The Light of the Moon” (1984) 03:17:05.922 = Strange Wills, “Emily” (August 31, 1946) 03:46:46.558 = Strange, “Flying Dutchman” (1955) ***WD 03:59:44.311 = Suspense, “Singing Walls” (September 02, 1943) 04:29:19.384 = Tales of the Frightened, “White House” (December 20, 1957) ***WD 04:33:39.410 = The Saint, “Christmas Eve Problems” (December 24, 1950) 05:03:05.399 = Theater Five, “All Bright Young Ones” (October 12, 1964) 05:24:06.434 = The Unexpected, “Revenge” (1948) ***WD 05:38:52.106 = Dark Venture, “Chase” (August 03, 1946) ***WD (LQ) 06:07:11.642 = The Weird Circle, “Burial of Roger Malvin” (October 22, 1944) 06:34:16.694 = The Whistler, “Till Death Do Us Part” (July 30, 1944) ***WD 07:01:49.673 = Witch’s Tale, “Troth of Death” (May 29, 1933) 07:25:13.650 = X Minus One, “The Seventh Order” (May 08, 1956) 07:53:24.377 = ABC Mystery Time, “Death Walked In” (1956-1957) ***WD 08:17:25.579 = Strange Adventure, “A Savage Honor” (1945) ***WD 08:20:40.223 = Appointment With Fear, “And The Deep Shuddered” (November 20, 1945) ***WD 08:46:23.888 = Beyond The Green Door, “James Neal And Bowler” (1966) 08:49:56.610 = Boston Blackie, “The Ghost of Flo Newton” (May 28, 1947) 09:15:03.289 = Box 13, “Speed To Burn” (June 26, 1949) 09:41:33.885 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0476
Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025
Local Exorcist Unavailable For Comment Due To Irony Overload. A Spanish bishop who spent his career banishing demons resigned from the priesthood to pursue a relationship with an author of erotic novels featuring Satan as a romantic lead. READ or LISTEN to this #MindOfMarlar article: https://weirddarkness.com/mm-hexandthecity MindOfMarlar™, WeirdDarkness®, Copyright ©2025 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. #BishopResigns #XavierNovell #SpanishBishopScandal #CatholicChurchControversy #ExorcistBishop #SilviaCaballol #EroticNovelist #PriestLeavesPriesthood #VaticanScandal #CatholicClergyDating #BishopRomanceAuthor #ChurchScandalSpain #DioceseOfSolsona #ReligiousControversy #PriestBreaksVows #CatholicChurchNews #BishopResignation #ExorcistFallsInLove #ClergyScandal #SatanicRomanceNovels
Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025
Reports of unexplained phenomena on roads across six continents include multiple eyewitness accounts of spectral figures, phantom vehicles, and fatal accidents attributed to supernatural encounters, with documented incidents ranging from the 1920s to present day. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: Ghost brides, phantom cars, disappearing hitchhikers, and other strangeness. We’ll look at some of the most haunted roads from around the world. 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. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… BOOK: “Scottish Ghosts” by Dane Love: https://amzn.to/3PC4xrt “Haunted Roads” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/289enem5 =====(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 13, 2023 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/HauntedRoads #HauntedRoads #GhostRoads #PhantomCars #VanishingHitchhiker #HauntedHighways #ParanormalRoads #GhostBride #Hellhounds #StocksbridgeBypass #ClintonRoad #Highway666 #BloodsPointRoad #HauntedBridges #RoadGhosts #PhantomVehicles #SupernaturalHighways #CursedRoads #KellyRoad #WakehurstParkway #GhostlyApparitions #DeadMansCurve #ShadesOfDeathRoad #MountMiseryRoad #ZombieRoad #HighwaySpirits #RoadHauntings #GhostSightings #UrbanLegends #ParanormalInvestigation #HauntedPlaces #SupernaturalEncounters #GhostStories #MysteriousRoads #SpookyHighways #ParanormalHotspots #GhostHitchhiker #PhantomLorry #HauntedTunnels #ScreamingTunnel #GoatmansBridge #DonkeyLadyBridge #WeirdDarkness #TrueCrime #Paranormal #Supernatural #UnsolvedMysteries #CreepyStories #HorrorPodcast #TrueHorror #DarkHistory
Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025
In the Nevada desert, where nuclear ghosts still haunt the sand, a group of veterans are dying from secrets they swore to protect — and a government that refuses to acknowledge they were ever there. READ or LISTEN to the story: https://weirddarkness.com/area-51-veterans-cancer-deaths/ The Invisible Enemy non-profit led by David Crete: http://TheInvisibleEnemy.org
Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025
Scientists sprayed salt water into clouds from a decommissioned aircraft carrier while residents of a California city went about their daily lives, completely unaware of the experiment happening above their heads. Read the article: https://weirddarkness.com/secret-climate-experiments/ = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.
Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025
A terrified maid's claim of seeing a ghost in the Worthington mansion leads Boston Blackie to uncover a deadly plot of greed, madness, and murder where nothing supernatural is quite what it seems. | #RetroRadio EP0475 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Magic Cay” (September 02, 1976) 00:45:29.119 = Philip Marlowe, “Dude From Manhattan” (July 02, 1949) 01:14:41.883 = Boston Blackie, “The Worthington Ghost” (March 19, 1946) 01:41:09.671 = The Black Mass, “All Hallows” (September 06, 1963) 02:19:59.468 = Beyond Midnight, “Harry” (December 13, 1968) ***WD (LQ) 02:46:16.539 = MindWebs, “Helen Oloy” (April 15, 1979) 03:14:29.935 = Guests of Doom, “Program 11 & 12 – Incomplete Story, But I Explain” (1930s) ***WD 03:40:12.646 = Mystery In The Air, “Mask of Medusa” (September 04, 1947) ***WD 04:09:11.099 = Molle Mystery Theater, “Triangle of Death” (March 28, 1947) ***WD 04:38:13.813 = Results, Inc., “Mummysitting With Queen Sheshack” (December 30, 1944) 05:07:28.066 = Murder at Midnight, “The Man Who Was Death” (September 23, 1946) 05:33:21.263 = The Black Museum, “Canvas Bag” (February 19, 1952) 05:58:33.912 = The Mysterious Traveler, “No Grave Can Hold Me” (June 14, 1949) 06:27:22.258 = Mystery House, “Death With a Punch” (April 28, 1946) ***WD 06:53:22.682 = CBS’s Nightfall, “Mr. Agostino” (April 30, 1982) ***WD 07:22:33.140 = Obsession, “Amnesia” (February 19, 1951) ***WD 07:45:44.822 = Origin of Superstition, “Whistling In The Dressing Room” (1935) 07:59:44.737 = Mystery Playhouse, “Criminal At Large” (April 11, 1944) ***WD (LQ) 08:29:15.320 = Price of Fear, “Speciality of the House” (April 13, 1974) ***WD 08:57:46.402 = The Adventures of Ellery Queen, “Mischief Maker” (January 15, 1944) ***WD 09:23:11.205 = Quiet Please, “It’s Later Than You Think” (August 02, 1948) 09:48:05.017 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0475
Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025
When phantom footsteps echo behind you on a lonely Japanese road, the only thing standing between you and an invisible stalker is knowing the right words to say. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: From Puerto Rican farm animals found completely drained of blood to hairless creatures stalking Texas ranches, the chupacabra has terrorized livestock owners across the Americas for decades — but the truth behind these vampiric attacks reveals something far stranger than fiction. (The Goat Sucker) *** A Russian woman traveled 5,500 miles for love, only to end up dead on a remote Oregon logging road — while her fiancé desperately searched the internet for ways to travel back in time to save her. (The Bride, The Lover, and the Time Travel Obsession) *** From babies crying in morgue freezers to a man waking up as the autopsy blade touched his skin, there are numerous documented cases of doctors sometimes sending a body to cold storage with the dead, only to find out later they were alive the entire time. (When Death Gets It Wrong) *** On dark mountain roads across Japan, travelers report hearing phantom footsteps matching their pace — the Betobeto-san, with wooden sandals clicking against stone, always just behind, never quite catching up, and when you turn to face it there is nothing there. (Betobeto-san)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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In, “The Dark That Follows After The Last Train To Sakaiminato” 00:04:51.668 = Show Open 00:06:56.210 = Betobeto-San 00:18:23.477 = The Bride, The Lover, and the Time Travel Obsession 00:29:22.172 = When Death Gets it Wrong 00:42:25.121 = The Goat Sucker 00:57:40.565 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… Betobeto-san: https://weirddarkness.com/betobeto-san-japanese-footsteps-yokai/ The Bride, The Lover, and the Time Travel Obsession: https://weirddarkness.com/murder-of-anna-repkina/ When Death Gets It Wrong: https://weirddarkness.com/people-wake-up-morgue-declared-dead/ The Goat Sucker: https://weirddarkness.com/chupacabra-blood-drained-history-goat-sucker-cryptid/ =====(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 28, 2025 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/betobetosan #Betobetosan #JapaneseYokai #InvisibleFootsteps #JapaneseFolklore #YokaiStories #SupernaturalJapan #GhostStories #ShigeruMizuki #JapaneseHorror #ParanormalFootsteps #InvisibleStalker #YokaiEncounters #GeGeGeNoKitaro #JapaneseUrbanLegends #SupernaturalSounds #JapaneseMythology #InvisibleHorror #YokaiFolklore #JapaneseGhosts #Bishagatsuku #WoodenGeta #AuditoryHaunting #FearEntities #YokaiCulture #TraditionalFolklore #JapaneseDemons #SupernaturalBeings #NightTerrors #ParanormalJapan #MysteriousFootsteps
Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025
A massive object hurtling through our solar system at impossible speeds has astronomers divided — is it just an ancient comet, or something that shouldn’t exist? Read the article: https://weirddarkness.com/3i-atlas-alien-probe-theory/ = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.
Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025
When Swedish twins Ursula and Sabina Eriksson suddenly began throwing themselves into speeding traffic on a UK motorway—captured on camera by a reality TV crew—it was only the beginning of a shared psychotic break that would lead to superhuman strength, psychiatric hospitalization, and ultimately murder. ========== HOUR ONE: In 1761, a young Frenchman died violently. This tragedy would lead to what is still one of that country's most famous cases of judicial injustice. Assuming, of course, that it truly was an injustice at all. (The Mysterious Death of Marc Antoine Calas) *** Most know them as “The Hidden Folk.” The elusive and magical residents of Iceland, who live inside rocks and sometimes play games with unsuspecting passers-by. Are they real? That’s a complicated question, if you ask Icelanders. (The Elves of Iceland) *** As two boys were walking back to the house on their farm, a small stone rolled past them. Then a second one. They immediately thought some other boys were hiding in the scrub and throwing stones for a joke. They couldn’t have been more wrong. (Stone Throwing Spirits) *** Belle Gunness lured numerous suitors to her Indiana farm. Not to entertain them or to be courted by them. She simply wanted to kill them in cold blood and dump their bodies in her hog pen. (Belle Gunness – The Black Widow of the Midwest) *** "They're going to steal your organs!" screamed Sabina Eriksson, before running toward oncoming traffic on the M6 highway, having already been hit head-on by a Volkswagen. Her twin sister, Ursula, legs crushed by the truck that had just run her over, was spitting and screaming at paramedics on the side of the road. Now, many years after these events, we’re still no closer to understanding the chaos that occurred over two days in 2008 involving psychotic twin sisters on a UK highway. (The Disturbing Case of the Eriksson Twins) ========== HOUR TWO: In 1882 the Ma’amtrasna murders, the brutal killing of several members of the Joyce family in rural Galway, caused outrage in Irish society and remains one of the most notorious homicides in Irish history. However a few years later Cork was rocked by an equally heinous case which has largely been forgotten. We’ll look at the brutal murders of four family members that took place in Castletownroche, Ireland. (The Castletownroche Murders) *** An Arizona family encounters a creature from the dark side of a Navajo legend. (The Arizona Skinwalker) *** John Blair liked to keep things “in the family”. But in his case, it wasn’t just a saying. It was literal. Because John was infamous for being bigamous. (Bigamous Blair) *** Dozens of Korean War GI’s claimed an unidentified flying object made them all sick. Theories range from high-tech Soviet death rays to extraterrestrials studying how we engage in battle to combat-stress-induced hallucinations. What actually happened? (The Korean War UFO) ========== SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: Were people ever really tortured in Iron Maidens? (The Iron Maiden) ========== SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW: “The Disturbing Case of the Eriksson Twins” by Harrison Tenpas for Graveyard Shift: https://tinyurl.com/r6cbnxf “The Mysterious Death of Marc Antoine Calas” from Strange Company: https://tinyurl.com/rrs89rx “The Elves of Iceland” by Rob Schwarz for Stranger Dimensions: https://tinyurl.com/u4bcw6v “Stone Throwing Spirits” from The Fortean: https://tinyurl.com/qnuf7sd “Belle Gunness – The Black Widow of the Midwest” by Steven Casale for The Line Up: https://tinyurl.com/tqyceby “The Iron Maiden” by Karl Smallwood for Today I Found Out: https://tinyurl.com/t2y6vj6 “The Korean War UFO” by Natasha Frost for History.com: https://tinyurl.com/y765nsgm “The Castletownroche Murders” by Fin Dwyer for the Irish Examiner: https://tinyurl.com/y9fhagfb “The Arizona Skinwalker” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/yxkdh9vv “Bigamous Blair” from London Overlooked: https://tinyurl.com/y9qpo54x ==========(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for material I use whenever possible. If I have overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it immediately. Some links 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®, WeirdDarkness© 2025 ========== To become a Weird Darkness Radio Show affiliate, contact Radio America at [email protected], or call 800-807-4703 (press 2 or dial ext 250).
Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025
When a farmer dreams of murder and disaster, he awakens to find his horrible dreams spilling into reality in “The Edge of the Shadow” from Dark Fantasy! | #RetroRadio EP0474 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Night Shift” (August 30, 1976) 00:45:39.986 = Murder By Experts, “Murder By Prescription” (July 11, 1949) 01:15:07.245 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Population Control Gun” (ADU) 01:34:20.551 = Dark Fantasy, “Edge of Shadow” (April 10, 1942) ***WD 01:58:59.486 = Diary of Fate, “Stanley Becker” (July 27, 1948) ***WD 02:24:26.448 = BBC’s Fear on 4, “A Child Crying” (April 02, 1989) ***WD 02:53:40.140 = Five Minute Mysteries, “Marks of Death” (late 1940s) 02:58:33.495 = Tales From The Tomb, “Comfort Lies In The Dark” (1960s) 03:02:51.549 = Future Tense, “Pictures Don’t Lie” (May 09, 1974) ***WD 03:30:14.235 = BBC Ghosts From The Past, “The Boat Hook” (April 15, 1992) 04:13:42.071 = Calling All Cars, “Triple Cross” (May 22, 1936) ***WD 04:43:08.288 = Hall of Fantasy, “He Who Follows Me” (March 11, 1950) 05:07:35.286 = BBC’s Haunted Tales of the Supernatural, “Channel Crossing” (July 14, 1984) ***WD 05:34:09.790 = The Haunting Hour, “Assignment Death” (May 23, 1949) ***WD 06:01:40.937 = Hermit’s Cave, “Mystery of the Thing” (November 17, 1946) ***WD 06:25:38.843 = Mystery Is My Hobby, “Stephanie Brent Murdered” (October 14, 1945) 06:48:48.259 = Sherlock Holmes, “The Living Doll” (March 11, 1946) 07:16:42.826 = The House of Mystery, “The Ghost Who Forgot Halloween” (October 27, 1945) ***WD 07:48:04.335 = Incredible But True, “Death Gives a Warning” (1948) 07:51:57.504 = Inner Sanctum, “Confession” (December 22, 1946) 08:21:44.515 = The Key, “One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars Embezzled” (1956) ***WD 08:46:33.103 = Lights Out, “The Author and the Thing” (September 28, 1943) 09:09:42.855 = Macabre, “The Avenger” (December 18, 1961) ***WD 09:38:31.671 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0474
Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025
When UFO researcher Budd Hopkins discovered three women who experienced eerily similar fake job interviews before their alien abductions, he uncovered a disturbing pattern that suggested something far more calculated than random encounters. IN THIS EPISODE: Three alien abductees investigated by the late Budd Hopkins are intriguing, not so much for the abductions themselves, but of a seemingly trivial detail involving bizarre interview scenarios that each woman experienced. As Hopkins investigated these curious setups further, he arrived at the conclusion that they are seemingly another layer of the alien abduction phenomena. Of particular concern is the notion that these truly strange encounters are suggestive of an end goal of a hybridization program being directly connected to alien abductions. And that the people themselves were actually alien-human hybrids, carrying some part of the mission to this concerning agenda. Of course, what the end goal of this alien-human hybridization program might be is another topic of debate. Are aliens looking to invade Earth discreetly without us even being aware of it? Or might they simply leave and venture elsewhere once their program’s goals have been achieved? Tonight we’ll look at the strange case of the multiple-abductions of one woman, and testimonies of other abductees who, while abducted, were manipulated somehow to believe that what they were seeing was ordinary people, items, and buildings - as opposed to the possibly grotesque and horrifying reality that was truly in front of them at the time. Was it done through mind control? Alien implants? And why do many of these abductees see humans alongside the extraterrestrials? 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Cold Open 00:01:50.289 = Show Intro 00:02:53.957 = Alien Abduction and Mind-Manipulation (Part 1) 00:15:44.582 = Alien Abduction and Mind-Manipulation (Part 2) 00:28:10.496 = Alien Mind Control Implants (Part 1) 00:54:16.741 = Alien Mind Control Implants (Part 2) 01:08:08.817 = Alien Mind Control Implants (Part 3) 01:17:11.267 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… BOOK: “Sight Unseen: Science, UFO Invisibility and Transgenic Being” by Budd Hopkins and Carol Rainey: https://amzn.to/3LpPr6T BOOK: “Underground Bases And Tunnels: What Is The Government Trying To Hide?” by Richard Sauder, PHD: https://amzn.to/3EzKLYk BOOK: “Top Secret Alien Abduction Files: What The Government Doesn’t Want You To Know” by Nick Redfern: https://amzn.to/455LKKR BOOK: “From Deep Within The Archives Of UFO Insight: History’s Most Biarre, Outlandish, And Controversial UFO And Alien Encounters!” by Marcus Lowth: https://amzn.to/3rbDc77 “Alien Abduction and Fake Interviews” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3mnv3vye “Alien Mind Control And Human Presence During Abductions” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8cbf5p =====(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 12, 2024 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/JobInterviewAlienAbduction #AlienAbduction #BuddHopkins #MissingTime #UFOEncounters #AlienHybrids #AlienInterviews #MindControl #TerryWinthrop #GreyAliens #AlienImplants #MKUltraUFO #MilitaryAbductions #AbductionMemories #HypnoticRegression #AlienExperiments #ScreenMemories #UFOResearch #AlienBreeding #HumanAlienCollaboration #ViennaWoodsIncident #A70Abduction #BettyAndreasson #ConsciousnessManipulation #StagedEncounters #UFOPsyOps #AlienMedicalExams #TargetedAbductions #UFOTruth #AlienAgenda #AbductionPatterns
Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025
What If Your Biggest Problem Is Something You Don't Believe In? From the paranormal investigator who can't find demons because he doesn't believe in them, to the atheist missing God for the same reason, to the Christian blaming everything on spiritual warfare – we're all blind to the realities we've already decided don't exist. SERMON TRANSCRIPT…https://weirddarkness.com/church-Cant-Diagnose-What-You-Deny Fr. Kenneth Torres’ original Facebook post: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bp6termj Hear previous #ChurchOfTheUndead messages at https://WeirdDarkness.com/Church Darren Marlar is a licensed minister through the Universal Life Church: https://www.themonastery.org. “Church Of The Undead” theme music by Epidemic Sound. "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 Find out how to escape eternal darkness at https://weirddarkness.com/eternaldarkness Weird Darkness® and Church Of The Undead™ are trademarked. Copyright © 2025. 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. #SpiritualWarfare #Demons #Atheism #ParanormalInvestigation #SpiritualBlindness #Discernment #FrKennethTorres #FaithAndDoubt #MentalHealthAndSpirituality #DemonicPossession #ChristianWorldview #SpiritualReality #SupernaturalVsNatural #BalancedFaith #SpiritualDiagnosis #DenyingGod #HyperSpirituality #PracticalChristianity #SpiritualDiscernment #AtheistArguments #EvidenceForGod #SpiritualAffliction #GenerationalCurses #FaithAndReason #SpiritualDenial #ParanormalSkeptics #ChristianBalance #SupernaturalReality #BiblicalWorldview #SpiritualAttacks #MentalIllnessVsPossession #WiseFaith #SpiritualTruth #DemonicActivity #QuestioningFaith #SpiritualWisdom #EvangelicalSermon #WeirdDarkness #ChristianPodcast #YouCantDiagnoseWhatYouDeny
Transcribed - Published: 27 July 2025
She thought she inherited a thriving business — until she discovered what really fuels the profits on that cursed island. Hear the tale from The Devil and Mr. O! | #RetroRadio EP0473 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Man Who Could Work Miracles” (August 26, 1976) 00:45:33.904 = ABC Mystery Time, “Death By Proxy” (June 07, 1956) ***WD 01:09:34.870 = Strange Adventure, “Getaway Car” (1935) ***WD 01:12:50.613 = Appointment With Fear, “Clock Strike Eight” (May 18, 1944) ***WD 01:41:37.334 = BBC Ghost Story, “The White Carnation” (December 16, 1990) 02:39:10.931 = Beyond The Green Door, “Frank Davis and Magic” (1966) ***WD 02:43:14.967 = The Black Book, “The Price of the Head” (February 02, 1952) ***WD 02:57:59.713 = Boston Blackie, “The Worthington Ghost” (March 19, 1946) ***WD 03:24:29.316 = Box 13, “Killer at Large” (June 19, 1949) 03:50:59.833 = CBC Mystery Theater, “The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor” (December 1966) ***WD 04:19:48.127 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From The Morgue, “It Came From Video” (1990) ***WD 04:47:43.890 = The Clock, ‘Ophelia” (September 18, 1947) 05:14:06.962 = Creeps By Night, “The Final Reckoning” (July 12, 1944) ***WD 05:42:03.814 = The Crime Club, “Grey Mist Murders” (April 10, 1947) 06:11:51.426 = CBC Deep Night, “Birth” (July 08, 2005) 06:42:47.812 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Balance Sheet” (December 24, 1971) 07:11:34.976 = Dimension X, “Marionettes Inc.” (August 30, 1951) 07:39:33.625 = The Strange Dr. Weird, “Dark Wings of Death” (February 06, 1945) ***WD 07:50:51.182 = The Creaking Door, “Haunted Hangman” (1965) ***WD 08:19:28.190 = The Eleventh Hour, “Seven Steps to Death” (1963-1971) 08:42:46.499 = Escape, “The Country of the Blind” (June 27, 1948) 09:12:12.713 = Everyman’s Theater, “Cat Wife” (October 18, 1940) 09:41:12.120 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0473
Transcribed - Published: 27 July 2025
Journey across all 50 states as we uncover America's most terrifying urban legends, from Mothman sightings in West Virginia to the Black-Eyed Children of Texas, proving that every corner of the USA has its own nightmare waiting to be discovered. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast =https://weirddarkness.com/survey 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. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mv357ex6, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckpd7md,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3k9anyn3, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3ahdkmkc,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3kmnpahx, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckpebp7,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8s3eny, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2bz4zr7b,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5e9whsm4, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p83tczx =====(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 29, 2023 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/50States50Nightmares #UrbanLegendsUSA #50StatesOfHorror #AmericanGhostStories #HauntedAmerica #Cryptids #Mothman #Bigfoot #Skinwalkers #Wendigo #BlackEyedChildren #JerseyDevil #HauntedBridges #CursedCemeteries #NativeAmericanLegends #ParanormalUSA #Area51 #BellWitch #VampireLegends #SalemWitchStories #CreepyUrbanMyths #ScaryStories #TrueHorror #GhostHunting #DarkTourism #AbandonedPlaces #AmericanFolklore #CampfireTales #SupernaturalAmerica #MysteriousDisappearances #UnexplainedPhenomena #WeirdDarkness #CreepyPasta #HorrorPodcast #SpookyStories #HauntedRoads #GhostTowns #UrbanExploration #LegendTripping #AmericanMythology #HalloweenStories #HorrorTourism #ParanormalInvestigation #LocalLegends #StateFolklore #AmericanHorror #GhostSightings #CryptidSightings #UnsolvedMysteries #TrueCrimeLegends #CreepyAmerica #StrangeUSA #MacabreStories
Transcribed - Published: 27 July 2025
Read the full-length deep-dive article about the Villisca Axe Murder House in the Weird Darkness blog at https://weirddarkness.com/villisca In 1912, someone crept through an unlocked door in small-town Iowa with an oil lamp and an axe, leaving eight bodies and a mystery that still haunts the house where they died. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: Social media over-sharers are a common complaint. Facebook is a medium where people spill their guts, sometimes without enough discretion. While detailed status updates about breakups can be annoying, killers who confessed on social media give new meaning to the term "TMI." It's hard to believe, but some people use Facebook as a platform to announce the heinous crimes they’ve committed. (Online Crime Confessions) *** While some people confess on social media to the murders they’ve committed, in some cases it is social media that caused people to commit murder or be killed. We’ll look at a few of those cases. (Dead Because of Social Media) *** What if you could talk to God? Not through prayer, but through thought? Where you would be able to converse directly, and receive direct answers. One group of scientists believed it was possible and set out to do just that. (A Direct Line To God) *** Author and researcher Raymond Fowler tackles the tricky and trippy subject of time slips, and ripples in time. (Raymond Fowler And The Ever Changing Nature of Time) *** A young girl is continually beckoned to take a boat ride – but the one doing the beckoning is not of this world. (The Ghost In The Boat) *** On June 10, 1912, all eight people inside the Moore family's house in Villisca, Iowa — including two adults and six children — were murdered by an axe-wielding assailant. It’s a mystery over a century old that still has no answers. (The Horror and Haunting In Villisca) 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:18.081 = Show Open 00:03:44.308 = The Horror and Haunting in Villisca 00:14:19.284 = Online Crime Confessions 00:27:40.686 = Dead Because of Social Media 00:46:55.685 = The Ghost In The Boat 00:51:04.528 = Raymond Fowler And The Ever Changing Nature of Time 00:58:29.767 = A Direct Line to God 01:03:58.070 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… BOOK: “Time Slip Connexions – We Are Holograms” by Raymond E. Fowler: https://amzn.to/3KOgRTS BOOK: “UFOs – The Ultimate Abduction, We Are Property” by Raymond E. Fowler: https://amzn.to/3P8PhTC BOOK: “Haunted Holidays – Twelve Months of Kentucky Ghosts” by Roberta Simpson Brown and Lonnie Brown: https://amzn.to/3KTj1S3 “The Horror And Haunting In Villisca” by Katie Serena for All That’s Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y9ape54y; from AmysCrypt.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4s9a732u; and Karly and Tera from HomespunHaints.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p96j5sb “The Ghost In The Boat” posted at Strange Company: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p84yr35 “Online Crime Confessions” by Patricia Platt for Unspeakable Crimes: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5t3m9k6r; and JF Sargent for Ranker’s Lifestyle: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckftb29 “Dead Because of Social Media” by Whitney Milam for Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/n7vpa28t “Raymond Fowler And The Ever Changing Nature of Time” posted at SpectralVision.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4x2wuwkk “A Direct Line to God” posted at The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/w98jzsvb =====(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 28, 2023 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/HorrorAndHauntingInVillisca #VilliscaAxeMurders #VilliscaIowa #TrueCrime #UnsolvedMurders #HauntedHouse #MooreFamily #AxeMurderHouse #Paranormal #GhostStories #IowaMurders #1912Murders #UnsolvedMysteries #HauntedPlaces #TrueCrimeStories #MurderHouse #GhostHunting #HauntedAmerica #StillingerSisters #MassMurder #DarkTourism #EVP #ParanormalInvestigation #CreepyStories #RealHauntedHouses #UnsolvedCases #HorrorStories #TrueCrimeCommunity #TrueCrimeAddict #MurderMystery #HauntedIowa
Transcribed - Published: 26 July 2025
“THE GREEN SEA” by Magnolia Soberanis, age 8 *** “THE GYM TEACHER” by Evelyn Straus *** “THE NIGHTMARE OF DEADNESS” by Dex Lopez, age 5 Find more family-friendly frights and creepy games to play on our website at http://MicroTerrors.com! Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/microterrors Other stories, novels, and more from author Scott Donnelly: https://amzn.to/3LymHaU Other narrations, podcasts, and audiobooks from voice artist Darren Marlar: https://WeirdDarkness.com = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Weird Darkness©, 2025 Micro Terrors: Scary Stories for Kids™, 2025#ScaryStoriesForKids #StoriesForKids #KidsStories #HalloweenKids #MicroTerrors #HalloweenStories
Transcribed - Published: 26 July 2025
Four billion humans nearly became alien slaves, but Earth's salvation came from the worst possible first (drunk) impression. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast = https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: Three flash-fiction stories from Frederic Brown – “First Time Machine”, “Blood”, and “Man of Distinction”. 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:37.076 = First Time Machine 00:04:19.199 = Blood 00:07:05.386 = Man of Distinction 00:25:59.847 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Second Frederic Brown Mega Pack”: https://amzn.to/4md9zsZ =====(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 24, 2025 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/AliensCameToEnslaveUs
Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025
A mysterious stranger appears on a doctor’s doorstep, arriving aboard the 5:16 train—a train that supposedly no longer stops in town. Only he and his daughter have ever seen the man. Despite the train’s schedule, he continues to stop in, even when the train doesn’t. | #RetroRadio EP0472 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Train Stops” (August 23, 1976) 00:45:02.836 = The Croupier, “The Roman” (September 21, 1949) ***WD 01:14:03.471 = Ripley’s Believe It or Not, “Dancing Corpses” (1930) ***WD 01:15:05.432 = Sam Spade, “2512353679 Caper” (December 15, 1950) ***WD 01:43:10.233 = The Sealed Book, “King of the World” (March 25, 1945) 02:13:06.805 = The Shadow, “Death On The Bridge” (March 03, 1940) ***WD (LQ) 02:37:41.473 = Sleep No More, “Mr. Mergenthwirker’s Lobblies” and “August Heat” (November 28, 1956) ***WD 03:01:58.463 = BBC Radio 4 Spine Chillers, “The Boy Who Cried Wolf” (1984) 03:15:53.075 = Stay Tuned for Terror, “Lizzie Borden Took an Axe” (July 12, 1945) ***WD 03:28:50.563 = Strange Wills, “Emeralds Come High” (August 24, 1946) ***WD 03:58:33.655 = Strange, “Greenwood Acres” (October 10, 1955) ***WD 04:11:06.498 = Suspense, “King’s Birthday” (August 28, 1943) ***WD 04:39:13.512 = Tales of the Frightened, “Story of Wood” (December 18, 1957) 04:43:33.169 = Tales of Tomorrow, “The Old Die Rich” (March 26, 1953) ***WD 05:15:20.133 = The Saint, “Fight” (December 17, 1952) 05:44:15.872 = Theater Five, “I’m Sorry Mom” (October 09, 1964) 06:04:11.491 = 2000 Plus, “The Giant Walks” (November 05, 1950) ***WD (LQ) 06:32:05.818 = The Unexpected, “Find The Man” (1948) 06:46:52.621 = Nick Carter, “Death After Dark” (February 19, 1944) ***WD 07:16:08.317 = Dark Venture, “Ten Dollar Bill” (August 14, 1945) 07:45:06.181 = The Weird Circle, “Queer Client” (October 15, 1944) 08:12:29.361 = The Whistler, “Last of Devereaux” (July 23, 1944) 08:41:54.325 = Witch’s Tale, “Graveyard Mansion” (March 06, 1933) ***WD 09:12:00.571 = X Minus One, “Sea Legs” (May 01, 1956) 09:40:13.075 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0472
Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025
A team of paranormal investigators will gather in the Scottish woods where aliens allegedly mugged a man's trousers in 1979, hoping to summon UFOs through meditation and what can only be described as intergalactic mood music. READ or LISTEN to this #MindOfMarlar article: https://weirddarkness.com/mm-scots-summon-aliens-meditation-dechmont-woods MindOfMarlar™, WeirdDarkness®, Copyright ©2025 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. #ScotlandUFO #DechmontWoods #AliensScotland #UFOMeditation #CE5Protocol #MalcolmRobinson #BobTaylorUFO #BonnyBridgeUFO #FalkirkTriangle #ScottishAliens #AlienContact #UFOSummoning #StevenGreer #ParanormalScotland #LivingstonUFO #TelepathicContact #ExtraterrestrialScotland #UFOSightingUK #ScottishUfologist #AlienEncounter #FlyingSaucerScotland #CloseEncountersFifthKind #UFO2025 #ScotlandParanormal #UFOHunters #AlienMeditation #ScottishXFiles
Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025
Three convicts vanished from America's most secure prison using dummy heads made of toilet paper and hair, leaving behind only pieces of a makeshift raft and a mystery that has haunted investigators for over 60 years - but many don't know about the evidence that was hidden and suppressed. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast =https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: On June 12, 1962, guards at America's most secure prison discovered three papier-mâché heads grinning from empty beds where Frank Morris and the Anglin brothers should have been sleeping. The convicts had vanished into the freezing waters of San Francisco Bay using a raft made from stolen raincoats, leaving behind a mystery that haunts investigators to this day. Whether they drowned in the attempt or lived out their days under assumed names, no one has ever proven what happened to the three men who did the impossible — they escaped from Alcatraz. 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. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… Inescapable Alcatraz: https://weirddarkness.com/alcatraz-great-escape-unbreakable/ =====(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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/alcatrazescape #AlcatrazEscape, #Alcatraz1962, #FrankMorris, #AnglinBrothers, #AlcatrazMystery, #TrueCrime, #UnsolvedMysteries, #PrisonBreak, #AlcatrazPrison, #FBIColdCase, #USMarshals, #EscapeFromAlcatraz, #June11_1962, #AlcatrazIsland, #SanFranciscoBay, #FamousPrisonEscapes, #ColdCaseFiles, #TrueCrimeCommunity, #AlcatrazDummyHeads, #AmericanMysteries, #PrisonEscapeStory, #CriminalHistory, #AlcatrazInmates, #GreatestEscape, #UnsolvedCases, #AlcatrazEvidence, #PrisonHistory, #NotoriousCriminals, #AlcatrazClosed1963, #BankRobbers, #AlcatrazRaft, #AngelIsland, #MarinCounty, #AlcatrazInvestigation, #TrueCrimePodcast, #MysteryUnsolved, #AlcatrazTour, #CrimeDocumentary, #AlcatrazFugitives, #PopularMechanics, #WhiteyBulger, #MickeyCohen, #BumpyJohnson, #AllenWest, #BrazilPhoto, #Alcatraz2013Letter, #CrimeStory, #PrisonBreakHistory, #AlcatrazFacts, #EscapeMystery
Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025
A New York astrologer discovers that the spirits forgot to mention that whole "fraud is illegal" thing. READ or LISTEN to this #MindOfMarlar article: https://weirddarkness.com/mm-psychic-cant-see-cops-104k-jail/ MindOfMarlar™, WeirdDarkness®, Copyright ©2025 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. #PsychicFraud #HemanthKumarMuneppa #HicksvillePsychic #PsychicScam #FortunetellerArrested #NassauCountyCrime #FakePsychic #CrystalBallFraud #PsychicFail #SpiritualServicesFraud #ElderlyScamVictim #AnjanaJiAstrology #FortuneTellingIllegal #TrueCrimeComedy #FunnyTrueCrime #PsychicCantPredictArrest #DaveBarryStyle #PsychicGrandLarceny #NewYorkCrime #AstrologerArrested #ComedyCrime #PsychicScamGoneWrong #BankFraudPsychic #104000DollarScam #TrueCrimeHumor
Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025
A man buys the Lanceford House, in which there sits a vase that cannot be moved lest horrifying repercussions befall the one who touched it. | #RetroRadio EP0471 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Your Grade Is A” (August 16, 1976) 00:45:12.046 = The Black Mass, “The Man In The Crowd” (July 29, 1964) ***WD 00:56:15.085 = Beyond Midnight, “Paxton’s House” (November 08, 1968) ***WD 01:21:23.727 = MindWebs, “Affair With a Green Monkey” (April 08, 1979) 01:49:38.151 = Dragnet, “Robbery – The Werewolf” (June 17, 1949) 02:19:05.553 = Mystery In The Air, “Beyond Good And Evil” (August 28, 1947) ***WD 02:47:55.911 = Molle Mystery Theater, “The Bride Wore Black” (February 07, 1947) 03:17:10.714 = Ranger Bill, “Vanishing Mummy” (June 18, 1958) 03:45:15.189 = Murder at Midnight, “Dead Hand” (September 16, 1946) 04:11:12.113 = The Black Museum, “Can of Weed Killer” (February 12, 1952) 04:35:40.900 = The Mysterious Traveler, “Behind The Locked Door” (May 24, 1949) (LQ) 05:04:21.737 = Mystery House, “Murder Takes Practice” (April 21, 1946) ***WD 05:31:25.535 = CBC’s Nightfall, “The Jogger” (April 16, 1982) 05:57:24.549 = Obsession, “Wind Song” (1950-1951) 06:27:10.985 = Origin of Superstition, “Black Cat” (1935) ***WD 06:40:49.534 = Mystery Playhouse, “Death is a Joker” (May 25, 1941) ***WD 07:10:04.337 = Philip Morris Playhouse, “Lady From The Sea” (1939-1949) ***WD 07:38:10.521 = Price of Fear, “Soul Music” (October 27, 1973) ***WD 08:06:18.188 = Adventures of Ellery Queen, “Vanishing Magician” (November 06, 1943) ***WD 08:36:04.991 = Quiet Please, “The Man Who Stole a Planet” (July 26, 1948) 09:00:51.254 = Radio City Playhouse, “Weather Ahead” (March 14, 1949) 09:30:19.998 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0471
Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025
When a single poem transformed Satan from a minor biblical character into a horned, pitchfork-wielding supervillain, it sparked centuries of hysteria that would culminate in 1980s America imprisoning innocent people for imaginary crimes against children who "remembered" flying teachers and underground tunnels that never existed. CORRECTION TO THE EPISODE: While angels are often depicted with wings, the Bible doesn't consistently portray them this way. I said the bible does not describe angels with wings, but that is incorrect. Some angelic beings, like cherubim and seraphim, are described with wings (e.g., in Exodus 25:20, Ezekiel 10:5-7, and Isaiah 6:2-7), but other angels appear in human form without any mention of wings (e.g., Genesis 18-19, Hebrews 13:2). Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast = https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: Hollywood portrays Satan as everywhere - controlling world leaders, possessing pastors, inhabiting Ouija boards and children's toys. Yet Satan appears only a handful of times in the Bible. The horned, red devil we picture comes not from scripture but from a poem. Most Satanists don't even worship the devil. While Satan poses real danger, we often give him too much credit - blaming him for our bad choices or wild conspiracy theories. Still, some cases make you wonder about his true influence. What does Satan really look like? What's behind 666? Do people kill in his name? Are certain places under Satanic influence? We explore it all. 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:41.330 = Show Open 00:03:52.663 = The Satanic Panic 00:14:08.430 = Satanic Elements And Imagery 00:28:05.309 = Your Idea of Satan is Wrong 00:46:25.485 = Satan’s Appearances In The Bible 01:01:05.931 = Teens Who Murdered In The Name of Satan 01:13:19.360 = The Devil’s Property 01:25:48.831 = Let’s Blame It On Satan 01:36:47.780 = The Truth Behind 666 01:43:52.118 = Show Outro SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… #ChurchOfTheUndead, “The Dangers of Demons And The Devil”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5chya3vk #ChurchOfTheUndead, “Are We Wrong About How Satan Works?”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2wfmwbed #ChurchOfTheUndead, “The Devil Might Be Deceiving You In These End Times”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/fw5z2z4f #ChurchOfTheUndead, all episodes: https://weirddarkness.com/church VIDEO: 20/20 “The Devil Worshippers”: https://youtu.be/vG_w-uElGbM BOOK: “Michelle Remembers” by Lawrence Pazder M.D. and Michelle Smith: https://amzn.to/3QNB2F6 BOOK: “We Believe The Children – A Moral Panic In The 1980s” by Richard Beck: https://amzn.to/3ODWN7u BOOK: “Republic of Lies - America’s Conspiracy Theorists And Their Surprising Rise to Power’ by Anna Merlan:https://amzn.to/3YNcfmC “The Satanic Panic” by Alan Yuhas for the New York Times: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mr3me97t “Satanic Elements And Imagery” by Jacob Shelton for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdzxhm3v “Your Idea of Satan Is Wrong” by Inigo Gonzalez for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/895x9y8y; and BillyGraham.ca: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p858f5w “Teens Who Murdered In The Name of Satan” by Jacob Shelton for Unspeakable Crimes: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdejvvjt “Satan’s Appearances in The Bible” by Jodi Smith for Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckkrfus “The Devil’s Property” by Jodi Smith for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ypmzdyza “Let’s Blame it On Satan” by Jacob Shelton for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/42hxcp8y “The Truth Behind 666” by Jacoby Bancroft” for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p877skp; and AMatterOfTruth.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2479ytt2=====(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 22, 2023 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/satanicpanic #SatanicPanic #HistoryOfSatan #BiblicalSatan #MichelleRemembers #McmartinPreschool #ParadiseLost #666Meaning #MarkOfTheBeast #LuciferOrigin #DevilWorship #SatanInTheBible #SatanicRitualAbuse #1980sPanic #FBIInvestigation #SatanMythology #DevilImagery #Baphomet #Pentagram #InvertedCross #SatanicMurders #ConspiracyTheories #Illuminati #OccultSymbols #WeirdDarkness #TrueCrime #Documentary #ChristianMythology #FallenAngel #ReligiousHistory #MoralPanic
Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025
Cambridge researchers receive £10 million to build people from scratch – what could possibly go wrong? READ or LISTEN to this #MindOfMarlar article: https://weirddarkness.com/mm-bootlegdna MindOfMarlar™, WeirdDarkness®, Copyright ©2025 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. #SyntheticDNA #CambridgeResearch #HumanGenomeSynthesis #GeneticEngineering #DNAFromScratch #SyntheticChromosomes #WellcomeTrust #MolecularBiology #SyntheticBiology #LabGrownDNA #GeneticModification #DNASynthesis #GenomeEngineering #SyntheticOrgans #GeneticEthics #DNATechnology #HumanEnhancement #ScienceEthics #FutureOfMedicine #GeneticResearch #DNARewriting #BiotechNews #ScienceDebate #GeneticEngineeringUK #DNACustomization #SyntheticLife #GenomicScience #MedicalBreakthrough #DNAControversy #ScienceNews
Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2025
Three seminary students killed themselves in the same room at Ireland's Maynooth College, leaving behind bloodstains that won't wash out and a mystery the Catholic Church has tried to bury for over 180 years. Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast =https://weirddarkness.com/survey Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: A pink house with heart-shaped windows sits atop a South Korean hill where hundreds of forgotten student soldiers were buried in unmarked graves after a devastating Korean War battle, their restless spirits now haunting the abandoned structure built unknowingly over their remains. (Haunted Yeongdeok) *** The brutal reign of John "Chicken" Devine ended at the gallows in 1873, but not before the hook-handed crimp became the most feared man on San Francisco's violent waterfront. (The Shanghai Chicken) *** When Portuguese colonizers brought their nightmares to Brazil, something changed in the telling — and the creature that emerged from those whispered stories still gallops through moonlit villages, dragging hell itself behind on a leash of spectral hounds. (Brazil’s Bestial Beast) *** Three young men killed themselves. A white-haired priest who lost his hair over one night. Bloodstains that have not washed out for over 180 years. In Room 2 of Maynooth's Rhetoric House lie secrets that the Catholic Church struggled to cover up. (Ghost Room of Maynooth) 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:40.463 = Show Open 00:03:30.652 = Ghost Room of Maynooth 00:17:03.185 = John “Chicken” Devine 00:28:51.818 = Brazils’ Bestial Beast 00:42:48.027 = Yeongdeok Haunted House 00:59:55.986 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… Ghost Room of Maynooth: https://weirddarkness.com/ghost-room-maynooth-seminary/ John “Chicken” Devine: https://weirddarkness.com/shanghai-chicken-john-devine-san-francisco-crimp/ Brazil’s Bestial Beast: https://weirddarkness.com/besta-fera-brazil/ Yeongdeok Haunted House: https://weirddarkness.com/yeongdeok-haunted-house-soldiers/ =====(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 21, 2025 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MaynoothGhost #MaynoothGhostRoom #Room2Haunting #IrishGhostStories #HauntedIreland #StPatricksCollegeMaynooth #RhetoricHouse #TrueGhostStories #ParanormalIreland #HauntedUniversities #CatholicMysteries #SeminaryHaunting #CountyKildare #IrishUrbanLegends #RealHauntings #TrueHorrorStories #GhostStoriesIreland #UnexplainedMysteries #SupernaturalIreland #IrishParanormal #HauntedRooms #MaynoothUniversity #IrelandsHauntedPlaces #TrueCrime #DemonicHaunting #GhostHunting
Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2025
When renovating homeowners discover a skeleton that was hidden in their attic for fifteen years, a hardboiled detective uncovers an ancient cycle of sacrifice that turns houses into hungry altars — and the next offering is already being prepared. THE TRUE CRIME CASES THIS STORY IS BASED ON: https://weirddarkness.com/home-renovation-bodies/ Music provided by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "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 21, 2025 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. CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/noir-shadowintherafters #FilmNoir #NoirFiction #DetectiveStory #MysteryThriller #ParanormalMystery #HauntedHouse #GothicHorror #1930sNoir #PrivateDetective #SupernaturalThriller #DarkFiction #HorrorMystery #CrimeFiction #PulpFiction #VintageDetective #OccultMystery #NoirDetective #CreepyStory #AtmosphericHorror #NoirNarrative #FirstPersonNarrative #SkeletonInAttic #HiddenRoom #UnsolvedMystery #RenovationHorror #TrueCrimeInspired #SpookyStories #MysteryMonday #NoirNovember #HorrorWriting
Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2025
A tough-talking columnist starts predicting violent crimes in print… and every chilling detail comes true. | #RetroRadio EP0470 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Haliday Prediction” (August 12, 1976) 00:45:46.927 = BBC’s Fear on 4, “His Last Card” (March 01, 2008) 01:14:23.743 = Five After The Hour, “Foxhole Conversation Piece” (July 04, 1045) 01:38:41.271 = 5 Minute Mysteries, “Murder Sounds Alarm” (late 1940s) 01:43:39.462 = Tales From The Tomb, “A Ghost Or a Vampire” (1960s) 01:49:06.033 = Future Tense, “Cold Equation” (May 08, 1974) ***WD 02:12:30.282 = BBC Ghosts From The Past, “Black Stocking and Broken Mirrors” (April 08, 1992) 02:56:11.970 = Big Town, “Fatal Joke” (March 01, 1969) ***WD 03:25:38.000 = Hall of Fantasy, “The Tell Tale Heart” (June 01, 1953) ***WD 03:49:16.688 = Haunted, Tales of the Supernatural, “’The Lamp’ by Agatha Christie” (July 07, 1984) 04:14:56.362 = The Haunting Hour, “Two Mr. Brandts” (February 09, 1946) 04:37:31.115 = Hermit’s Cave, “The House on Lost Man’s Bluff” (October 26, 1941) 05:01:52.772 = Mystery Is My Hobby, “Fugitive Brother” (1947-1948) ***WD 05:26:41.072 = Sherlock Holmes, “Submarine Caves” (March 04, 1946) ***WD (LQ) 05:55:30.568 = House of Mystery, “Haunters And Haunted” (June 13, 1945) ***WD 06:09:51.512 = Incredible But True, “Goodbye Mr. Bathurst” (1950-1951) 06:13:34.600 = Inner Sanctum, “Edge of Death” (January 15, 1946) 06:43:12.755 = The Key, “Ninety-Three Year Old Man” (1956) ***WD 07:08:41.205 = Lights Out, “The Story of Mr. Maggs” (December 01, 1942) ***WD (LQ) 07:35:14.767 = Lux Radio Theater, “Strangers On a Train” (December 03, 1951) 08:30:02.662 = Macabre, “Midnight Horseman” (December 11, 1961) ***WD (LQ) 08:57:11.469 = Philip Marlowe, “Key Man” (June 25, 1949) ***WD 09:26:56.802 = Barry Craig, “The Mummy’s Sister” (March 30, 1955) ***WD 09:48:30.830 = (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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0470
Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025
HOUR ONE: If their walls could talk, lighthouses could share many stories from the past. Unfortunately, these objects don’t have the ability to tell their tales – but the phantoms that haunt them just might. ========== HOUR TWO: Is it possible that the monster your child sees under the bed or in the closet isn’t imaginary after all? We look at some true stories of people coming face to face with monsters in their own home. (When The Monster in the Closet is Real) *** Even for those immersed in Ufology, for many, a certain controversial subject is so troubling and disturbing they choose to outright ignore it, and seldom speak of it. It’s the question – are UFOs stealing humans’ souls? (Soul-Stealing Extraterrestrials) *** Stories of prisons housing the spirits of the dead is already dreary, but in England there is a prison called “The Cage” - and the haunting spirits there are real-life witches. (The Prison Haunted by Witches) ========== SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: People have said they feel drained after seeing Black-Eyed Kids, or exhausted when speaking with whom they later discovered was a self-proclaimed vampire. Is it possible that otherworldly, ghostly entities, interdimensional creatures, and even occultist human beings are, in some way, literally feeding on us? (When The Supernatural Feeds On Us) ========== SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW: “St. Augustine’s Haunted Lighthouse” by Jessica Ferri: http://bit.ly/2ZF0e6N “The Confederate Dead of Point Lookout Lighthouse” by Adam Karlin: http://bit.ly/2zpkmeb “Haunted Lighthouses” posted at AngelsGhosts.com: http://bit.ly/2ZsBJFD Video and photos by Brad Marc mentioned in “The Prison Haunted By Witches”: https://tinyurl.com/y42x4mju “Paranormal Parasites” by Nick Redfern: https://amzn.to/3AWtVV9 “UFOs and the Christian” by Paul (Eric) Inglesby: https://amzn.to/3cQwKpi “Communion” by Whitley Shrieber: https://amzn.to/47o58p0 “Transformation” (part of the “Communion” series) by Whitley Shrieber: https://amzn.to/2W0iH9O “Book of the Damned” by Charles Fort: https://amzn.to/2KEnxEp “The Prison Haunted by Witches” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y7vrvv8m “When The Monster in the Closet is Real” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y9wsj78m “When The Supernatural Feeds On Us” by Nick Redfern for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y7237jrs “Soul-Stealing Extraterrestrials” by Nick Redfern for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/ydera3z8 ==========(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for material I use whenever possible. If I have overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it immediately. Some links 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®, WeirdDarkness© 2025 ========== To become a Weird Darkness Radio Show affiliate, contact Radio America at [email protected], or call 800-807-4703 (press 2 or dial ext 250).
Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025
When Elmer Korn sets out for a relaxing vacation, he ends up in a nightmarish showdown with a horde of giant, flesh-hungry mutant rats! Hear the tale from Chet Chetter’s Tales From the Morgue! | #RetroRadio EP0469 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Overnight to Freedom” (August 09, 1976) 00:45:22.793 = The Avenger, “The Subway Ghost” (March 07, 1946) 01:15:21.399 = Box 13, “The Dead Man Walks” (June 12, 1949) 01:41:52.021 = CBC Mystery Theater, “Sight Unseen” (November, 1967) ***WD 02:10:33.057 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From The Morgue, “Elmer Versus The Mutant Rats” (1991-1992) ***WD 02:36:05.767 = The Clock, “Mike’s Dream” (September 04, 1947) ***WD 03:00:01.683 = Creeps By Night, “Six Who Did Not Die” (July 11, 1944) ***WD 03:27:35.642 = The Crime Club, “Sun Is a Witness” (April 03, 1947) 03:57:29.109 = CBC Deep Night, “Someone Just For Me” (July 01, 2005) 04:31:27.415 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Going Down” (December 17, 1971) 05:00:09.012 = Dimension X, “Untitled Story” (August 23, 1951) ***WD 05:30:01.904 = The Strange Dr. Weird, “The Man Who Lived Twice” (January 30, 1945) ***WD 05:41:40.801 = The Creaking Door, “Dummy” (June 08, 1964) ***WD 06:12:35.316 = The Eleventh Hour, “Protective Mr. Drogan” (February 29, 1964) ***WD 06:37:22.755 = Escape, “Beau Geste” (June 06, 1948) ***WD 07:06:49.601 = Everyman’s Theater, “This Precious Freedom” (October 04, 1940) ***WD 07:34:05.389 = Murder By Experts, “Two Coffins To Fill” (July 04, 1949) 08:03:34.455 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Adventure of the Beauty Queen” (June 25, 1958) ***WD 08:23:13.113 = Faces In The Window, “Pit And The Pendulum” (January 24, 1953) ***WD 08:54:12.494 = Dark Fantasy, “Thing From The Darkness” (April 03, 1942) 09:17:57.327 = Diary of Fate, “Matt Cooper” (July 20, 1948) 09:45:19.770 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0469
Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2025
In this urgent message about false gods in the digital age, discover the shocking truth about how AI chatbots are triggering severe mental breakdowns, destroying families, and leading people into dangerous delusions—and why only the unchanging truth of Jesus Christ can protect us from these modern-day idols. SERMON TRANSCRIPT… https://weirddarkness.com/church-WhenAIBecomesYourGod Blog post “When A.I. Triggers Psychosis” I mentioned: https://weirddarkness.com/ai-psychosis/ Hear previous #ChurchOfTheUndead messages at https://WeirdDarkness.com/Church! Please share this podcast with your friends, family, and co-workers, and post a link to this episode in your own social media!Darren Marlar is a licensed minister through the Universal Life Church: https://www.themonastery.org. Find his other podcast, Weird Darkness, in your favorite podcast app at https://weirddarkness.com/listen. “Church Of The Undead” theme music by Epidemic Sound."I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46Find out how to escape eternal darkness at https://weirddarkness.com/eternaldarkness Weird Darkness® and Church Of The Undead™ are trademarked. Copyright © 2025.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. #ChatGPTPsychosis #AImentalhealth #ChatGPTdangers #AIaddiction #DigitalFalseGods #AIworship #ChatGPTbreakdown #AIdelusions #ChatbotPsychosis #AImentalillness #TechnologyAddiction #DigitalIdolatry #AIFalseProphet #ChatGPTaddiction #AIPsychiatricCrisis #ChatbotDependency #AISpiritualDangers #FalseGodsTechnology #ChatGPTstories #AIvictims #DigitalDelusions #AIinducedPsychosis #ChatGPTharm #AIcrisis #TechAddiction #AIpsychosis #DigitalMentalHealth #TechnologyReligion #AIspiritualDeception #ChatGPTwarning #AImentalBreakdown #DigitalAgeFalseGods #ChatbotMentalHealth #AIhospitalization #TechPsychosis #ChatGPTrealStories #AIchatbotVictims #DigitalDependency #AIworshipSyndrome #ChatbotDelusions #TechFalseProphet #AImentalEmergency #ChatGPTtruth #DigitalAgeIdolatry #AIPsychiatric #TechAddictionRecovery #AIfalseGod #ChatGPTdanger #ChurchOfTheUndead #WeirdDarkness https://weirddarkness.com/church-WhenAIBecomesYourGod
Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2025
A seductive stranger, a drugged drink, and a bathtub full of ice—discover why the most terrifying urban legend about organ theft is medically impossible, even though millions still believe it could happen to them. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: When hiring a ghost writer, you are paying someone to do some or even all of the writing of a book or novel for you – using your notes and outline – without taking any credit for themselves. But on the flip side, there are books written who give all credit to the ghost writers… because those ghost writers are literally authors who are ghosts. (Paranormal Prose: Books Written By Ghosts) *** When getting married, it’s always best to tell your future spouse everything about yourself – no matter how sordid it might be. For if the news comes out after you’ve taken your vows, not only might it lead to divorce – but it could also lead to murder! (A Double Murderer Murdered) *** And while we’re on the subject of marriage device – it’s also never a good idea to cheat on your spouse, not matter how powerful and influential you are in society. That too can lead to brutal murder, very possibly your own, as Harvey Burdell found out. (Bond Street Tragedy) *** There are numerous eerie tales of the supernatural involving ghost brides and haunted wedding dresses. It makes you wonder if you plan on saying “I do”, if you’re not also welcoming a residual haunting once “til death do us part” arrives. (Ghostly Bride of America) *** It happened in September of 2022 – hundreds of students all across the country of Mexico just fainted with no warning, while those around them were perfectly fine. Authorities still aren’t sure they have found the explanation. (The Case Of Passed Out Pupils) *** Berkely Square is one of the most famous places in London, known for its beautiful garden and upscale living. Winston Churchill once lived here, as did Charles Rolls – cofounder of Rolls-Royce. The location has also been used for works of fiction, such as the television miniseries “Berkeley Square”, and even the home of fictional character Cathy Lane – Patty Lane’s “identical cousin” from “The Patty Duke Show” on television. But Berkely Square also has a dark side – a building in the middle of the square, said to contain something not of this earth. (The Indescribable Beast of Berkely Square) *** But first… look out men, if you are approached by a beautiful woman seemingly out of nowhere – remember the saying: “if it’s too good to be true, it probably is.” She may be less interested in your looks or money – and more interested in whats on your insides. Literally. We begin there! (Kidney Crooks) 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:00:56.996 = Show Open 00:04:21.217 = Kidney Crooks 00:14:26.258 = Paranormal Prose: Books Written by Ghosts 00:20:00.153 = The Bond Street Tragedy 00:30:07.406 = A Double Murderer Murdered 00:39:37.877 = Ghostly Brides of America 00:49:29.683 = The Case of The Passed Out Pupils 00:57:26.722 = The Indescribable Beast of Berkley Square 01:09:50.499 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Kidney Crooks” by Nikkie Miller for Paranormal Daily News: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckshxzv “Paranormal Prose: Books Written By Ghosts” by U Kate Gorisert for Moon Mausoleum: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/m7r3y4tu “A Double Murderer Murdered” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yck5vxwv “The Bond Street Tragedy” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2s44pkf5 “The Indescribable Beast of Berkely Square” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p88rjy2 “The Case Of The Passed Out Pupils” from Oddity Central: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdfsj85m “Ghostly Brides of America” by Darren Marlar and ChatGPT; Source: Ashley Watson at Notebook of Ghosts:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4x9a9hb7 =====(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 21, 2023 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/WeStoleYourKidney #KidneyTheft #UrbanLegend #OrganTheft #MedicalMyths #BathtubOfIce #KidneyHeist #UrbanLegends #MedicalMythsBusted #OrganHarvesting #Call911 #MedicalUrbanLegends #OrganTransplant #MythBusted #TrueCrimeMyths #MedicalHoax #UrbanMythDebunked #TransplantFacts #MedicalConspiracy #LawAndOrder #UrbanLegendMovie #HotelOrganTheft #ChainLetterStories #1990sUrbanLegends #MedicalHorrorStories #OrganDonation #MedicalFacts #ConspiracyDebunked #MedicalMisinformation #UrbanMythsExplained #TrueCrimePodcast
Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2025
In 1896, Pearl Bryan's headless body was found in Kentucky—but her missing head has never been recovered, and locals claim her ghost still haunts the infamous Bobby Mackey's nightclub where Satanic rituals may have cursed the ground. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: Today, the name Marquis de Sade is immediately associated with immorality and sadistic sexuality. But does history bear out the disdain we have for him? (Does the Marquis de Sade Deserve The Hate?) *** Connie Converse wrote and performed trailblazing music in the 1950s, but one day in 1974, she drove off looking for a fresh start — and was never seen again. (The Strange Disappearance of Singer-Songwriter Connie Converse) *** Jack Pyle was a hermit and a recluse, living in a tiny shack – selling the fish he caught out of the river to supplement his income. But that doesn’t mean he didn’t have money, which might’ve been the reason someone killed him. (Death of a Miser) *** Napoleon Bonaparte is known as one of the greatest military commanders in history, and his battles and ambitions changed the shape of Western Europe. But it seems that the only foe that could best this great man was small and fluffy. (Napoleon Versus The Bunnies) *** For centuries, bizarre physical conditions, strange health-based occurrences, and questionable treatments have gained widespread attention, only to be exposed as frauds. We’ll look at some of the strangest! (Medical Hoaxes) *** In 1896, 22-year-old schoolteacher Pearl Bryan was found dead. But after her killers were found, tried, and hanged, her story continued to fascinate the public even to the point of having folk songs sung about her. But it wasn’t her beauty that inspired the songwriters so much as it was that she was found without her head. (Pearl Bryan and Her Missing Head) 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:28.630 = Pearl Bryan And Her Missing Head 00:13:08.589 = Napoleon Versus The Bunnies 00:23:52.364 = Death of a Miser 00:29:46.342 = Does The Marquis de Sade Deserve the Hate? 00:38:27.301 = The Strange Disappearance of Singer-Songwriter Connie Converse 00:51:47.637 = Medical Hoaxes 01:04:05.579 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… ALBUM: “How Sad, How Lovely” by Connie Converse: https://amzn.to/3YV1Jdf ALBUM: Connie Converse’s “Piano Songs”: https://amzn.to/3P1wObC FILM: “We Lived Alone: The Connie Converse Documentary”: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3841606/ SONG” “Pearl Bryan” by Bradley Kincaid (released in January1929): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/pearlbryan “Pearl Bryan and Her Missing Head” by Orrin Grey for The Line Up: https://weirddarkness.com/archives/15765 “Death of a Miser” by Robert A. Waters for Kidnapping, Murder and Mayhem: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y2uyrycy “Does the Marquis de Sade Deserve The Hate?” by Bipin Dimri for Historic Mysteries: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ye83efw5 “The Strange Disappearance of Singer-Songwriter Connie Converse” by Austin Harvey for All That’s Interesting:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/zkt5yaw2 “Napoleon Versus The Bunnies” by Gemma Hollman for Just History Posts: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p99eecn,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckskyet “Medical Hoaxes” by Jennifer Lafferty for List Verse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8vvfam =====(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 17, 2023 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/pearlbryan #PearlBryan #PearlBryanMurder #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeStory #MissingHead #HeadlessBody #BobbyMackeys #BobbyMackeysMusic #HauntedNightclub #KentuckyMurder #UnsolvedMystery #HistoricalTrueCrime #VictorianMurder #ColdCase #TrueCrimePodcast #MurderMystery #ParanormalActivity #HauntedKentucky #TrialOfTheCentury #1896Murder #ScottJackson #AlonzoWalling #TrueCrimeCommunity #TrueCrimeAddict #CreepyHistory #GhostStories #PearlBryanGhost #UnsolvedCase #VintageCrime #ExecutionHistory
Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2025
A bedridden woman overhears a chilling phone call and desperately tries to stop a murder before it’s too late. A true classic starring Agnes Moorehead in the premiere episode of Suspense! | #RetroRadio EP0468 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Lovers And Killers” (August 05, 1976) ***WD 00:45:33.706 = Sleep No More, “Conqueror’s Isle” (November 21, 1956) ***WD 01:14:07.974 = BBC Spine Chillers, “The Blue Room” (1984) 01:26:36.956 = Stay Tuned For Fear, “The Bogey Man Will Get You” (October 01, 1945) 01:41:09.374 = Strange Wills, “Madman’s Diary” (August 17, 1946) 02:10:54.660 = Strange, “Phantom Wagoneer” (March 21, 1955) ***WD 02:24:29.921 = Suspense, “Sorry, Wrong Number” (August 21, 1943) 02:51:48.563 = Tales of the Frightened, “Shakespeare’s Hometown” (December 17, 1957) 02:56:06.679 = Tales of Tomorrow, “The Other Now” (January 22, 1953) 03:26:00.988 = The Saint, “Monkey” (December 10, 1950) ***WD 03:55:33.909 = Theater 1030, “Two Little Punctures” (1968-1971) ***WD 04:22:34.658 = 2000 Plus, “Rocket And Skull” (October 10, 1951) ***WD 04:50:42.654 = The Unexpected, “Cargo Unknown” (1948) ***WD 05:05:22.311 = Unsolved Mysteries, “The Witch Doctor’ (1930s) ***WD 05:20:18.561 = Mercury Theater, “Dracula” (July 11, 1938) ***WD 06:16:04.005 = Dark Venture, “Eclipse” (August 07, 1945) 06:45:50.012 = The Weird Circle, “Mark of Plague” (1944) 07:13:26.045 = The Whistler, “Murder In Mind” (February 13, 1944) ***WD 07:39:47.861 = Witch’s Tale, “Priest of Sekhet” (February 27, 1933) ***WD (LQ) 08:05:14.743 = X Minus One, “The Sense of Wonder” (April 24, 1956) 08:33:05.838 = ABC Mystery Time, “Sherlock Speckled Band” (May 01, 1951) 09:00:56.934 = Strange Adventure, “The Jade God” (1945) ***WD 09:04:17.271 = Appointment With Fear, “The Speaking Clock” (April 13, 1944) 09:31:40.783 = Beyond The Green Door, “Philip Baine In The Yukon” (1966) ***WD 09:35:21.173 = The Black Book, “Vagabond Murder” (March 02, 1952) ***WD 09:49:51.036 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0468
Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2025
A lavish dinner party turns deadly when a guest dies while laughing hysterically – leaving everyone wondering what happened, and if one of them will be next. Hear the tale from Mystery House! | #RetroRadio EP0467 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Every Dog Has His Day” (August 02, 1976) 00:45:24.999 = Mr. District Attorney, “Hijack Killer” (August 10, 1952) 01:11:19.513 = Fleischman’s Yeast Hour, “School For Scandal” (February 07, 1953) ***WD 02:06:51.114 = Murder at Midnight, ‘Red Wheels” (September 13, 1946) 02:32:03.551 = The Black Museum, “The Brass Button” (February 05, 1952) ***WD 02:56:11.414 = The Mysterious Traveler, “Out of the Past” (April 19, 1949) 03:21:27.692 = Mystery House, “Laugh I Thought I’d Die” (April 14, 1946) 03:46:09.701 = Night Beat, “Juke Box Romance” (May 18, 1951) ***WD 04:16:10.848 = Nightfall, The Debt” (April 02, 1982) 04:45:08.777 = Mr. And Mrs. North, “Who Killed Stefano” (October 16, 1951) 05:09:54.726 = Obsession, “Dynamite” (October 09, 1950) ***WD 05:39:32.874 = Origin of Superstition, “Knock on Wood” (1935) ***WD 05:53:16.171 = Philip Morris Playhouse, “The Night Has a Thousand Eyes” (August 19, 1953) ***WD 06:16:53.491 = Price of Fear, “Remains To Be Seen” (September 01, 1973) ***WD 06:43:57.046 = Adventures of Ellery Queen, “The World Series of Crime” (October 02, 1943) ***WD 07:13:24.895 = Quiet Please, “As Long As I Live” (July 19, 1948) 07:38:09.199 = Radio City Playhouse, “Two Moods From Past” (March 07, 1949) 08:07:47.139 = Starlight Theater, “Man Hires Hit Man To Kill Him” (late 40s/early 50s) ***WD 08:35:27.195 = Ripley’s Believe it or Not, “Church Inspired By a Footstool” (1930) ***WD 08:36:24.896 = Sam Spade, “Farmer’s Daughter Caper” (September 03, 1950) ***WD 09:03:53.544 = The Sealed Book, “Hands of Death” (March 18, 1945) ***WD 09:33:49.959 = The Shadow, “Death Is An Art” (February 11, 1940) ***WD 09:57:09.375 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0467
Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2025
“WHY THE CLOWNS ARE DEAD” by Oliver, age 10 & Jonathan, age 7 “FLASHLIGHT TAG” by Jack Flores, age 15 “RED HALLOWEEN” by Dean Lopez, age 8 “THE UNDEAD SQUIRREL” by Joshua, age 6 1/2 Find more family-friendly frights and creepy games to play on our website at http://MicroTerrors.com! Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/microterrors Other stories, novels, and more from author Scott Donnelly: https://amzn.to/3LymHaU Other narrations, podcasts, and audiobooks from voice artist Darren Marlar: https://WeirdDarkness.com = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Weird Darkness©, 2025 Micro Terrors: Scary Stories for Kids™, 2025#ScaryStoriesForKids #StoriesForKids #KidsStories #HalloweenKids #MicroTerrors #HalloweenStories
Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2025
Throughout history, from Abraham Lincoln's chilling vision of his own death to a French teacher who appeared in two places simultaneously, witnesses have reported terrifying encounters with exact doubles of themselves—and many who saw their doppelganger died shortly after. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast = https://weirddarkness.com/survey IN THIS EPISODE: We uncover the chilling case of Mercy Brown; a tale of tuberculosis, superstition, and unearthing graves. The story takes us to a place between reality and myth… and vampires. *** But first – for hundreds of years people have had chilling encounters with what would be described as their doubles. We're peeling back the veil between our world and the uncanny world of duplicates that haunt our imagination – and very possibly our reality. We’ll look at real-life cases of these spectral twins and explore the history and hauntings of doppelgangers! 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:02:26.971 = Show Open 00:03:57.075 = Disturbing Doppelgangers, Part 1 00:21:47.821 = Disturbing Doppelgangers, Part 2 00:37:33.203 = The Vampire, Mercy Brown 00:48:28.566 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Vampire, Mercy Brown” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4p9zxjuk “Your Other Self: Disturbing Accounts of Real Doppelgangers” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ycknh8n2 =====(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 16, 2023 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/Doppelgangers #doppelganger #doppelgangers #paranormal #unexplainedmysteries #trueparanormalstories #abrahamlincoln #historicalmysteries #supernaturalencounters #ghoststories #eviltwins #paralleluniverse #astralProjection #creepystories #paranormalactivity #emiliesagee #truehorrorstories #victorianghosts #redditscary #bilocation #deathomens #supernaturalhistory #hauntedhistory #unexplainedphenomena #paranormalresearch #mirrorhorror #spiritdoubles #creepyencounters #mysteriousstories #paranormalpodcast #truestories
Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2025
Arizona HOA Declares Jihad on Free Hydration in 115-Degree Heat A man gave away water. The HOA showed their appreciation by issuing $100 citations. Welcome to the suburbs. READ or LISTEN to this #MindOfMarlar article: https://weirddarkness.com/mm-h2onoyoudont MindOfMarlar™, WeirdDarkness®, Copyright ©2025 #HOAFines #HomeownersAssociation #ArizonaHOA #DavidMartin #GoodyearArizona #CanyonTrailsHOA #WaterCoolerGate #HOAOverreach #CommunityKindness #HOABoardRecall #SuburbanBureaucracy #RidiculousHOARules #NeighborhoodDispute #HOAPowerTrip #HomeownerRights #HOAReform #FSResidential #HOAByLaws #CommunityActivism #HOAFail #PropertyValues #HOAMadness #KindnessFined #HOARevolt #NeighborHelpingNeighbors #HOAJustice #SuburbanNightmare #HOAAbuse #WaterInTheDesert #HOATyranny
Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2025
A mysterious narrator of the story recounts a chilling tale of crime and paranoia. After his partner's murder, a mild-mannered engraver descends into madness and embarks on a brutal quest for revenge across Depression-era America. Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast = https://weirddarkness.com/survey Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: A skilled counterfeiter named Justin is forced to lay low when his partner turns up dead and the police start asking questions. Holed up in a New York apartment with a printing press and a growing sense of unease, Justin tries to stay one step ahead of discovery. But as the days stretch on, the pressure mounts — and someone, somewhere, seems to know exactly where he is. 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. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Stories Not For The Nervous” by Alfred Hitchcock: https://amzn.to/4o9Fz34 Background music by Shadows Symphony: https://amzn.to/4lubzNq Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library =====(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 17, 2025 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/dontlookbehindyou #FredricBrown #DontLookBehindYou #AlfredHitchcock #StoriesNotForTheNervous #ClassicHorror #VintageHorror #1940sHorror #ElleryQueenMysteryMagazine #EQMM #PsychologicalThriller #TwistEnding #MetaHorror #FourthWallHorror #SerialKiller #CreepyStory #ScaryStories #HorrorNarration #WeirdDarkness #ClassicThriller #NoirHorror #TrueCrime #HorrorStory #VintageMystery #PulpFiction #HorrorAnthology #CreepyPasta #HorrorReading #ClassicMystery #ThrillerStory #ScaryNarration
Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2025
When a man moves into his dream home in the country, he discovers it was built not for the living—but for the dead! Hear the tale from The Hermit’s Cave! A newly built country house turns into a nightmare for its new owner, Mr. Burton. His housekeeper, Millie, storms out in fear, believing the place is haunted. She warns Burton that the spirit of a woman who hanged herself in the home is restless. Strange phenomena begin: scientific experiments are disrupted and a violent curse brings death to the owner. | #RetroRadio EP0466 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Shotgun Wedding” (July 29, 1976) 00:45:28.170 = Green Hornet, “Research Racket” (November 09, 1939) 01:16:22.107 = Hall of Fantasy, “Man-Size In Marble” (April 10, 1947) 01:42:39.337 = BBC Haunted Tales of the Supernatural, “Mists of Memory” (May 22, 1982) 02:09:38.886 = The Haunting Hour, “Devil’s Deep” (October 20, 1945) ***WD 02:34:32.819 = Have Gun Will Travel, “Deliver The Body” (July 19, 1959) ***WD 02:54:28.730 = Hermit’s Cave, “The House of Murder” (April 13, 1947) ***WD 03:18:50.429 = Mystery Is My Hobby, “Feuding Radio Comedians” (1947-1948) ***WD (LQ) 03:42:37.812 = Sherlock Holmes, “Terrifying Cats” (February 25, 1946) ***WD 04:10:37.372 = Incredible But True, “Nemesis On The Left” (1950-1951) ***WD 04:14:13.248 = Inner Sanctum, “Creeping Wall” (January 08, 1946) 04:43:45.656 = The Key, “Night Prowler” (1956) 05:07:48.945 = Lights Out, “Uninhabited” (December 22, 1937) ***WD (LQ) 05:36:36.662 = The LineUp, “The Wild Wild Woman Case” (October 04, 1951) 06:06:16.522 = Macabre, “House in The Garden” (December 04, 1961) ***WD 06:35:41.631 = The Man Called X, “Into Berlin” (March 03, 1945) 07:05:15.345 = Philip Marlowe, “Busy Body” (June 18, 1949) ***WD 07:34:54.836 = The Shadow, “The Gibbering Thing” (September 26, 1943) 08:03:19.768 = Beyond Midnight, “Visits” (June 27, 1969) (LQ) 08:32:11.294 = MindWebs, “The Portable Phonograph” (April 01, 1979) ***WD 08:56:38.773 = Ellery Queen Minute Mysteries, “Time Bomb” (1939-1948) ***WD 08:57:32.249 = Dark Destiny, “Masquerade” (October 31, 1942) ***WD (LQ) 09:25:42.443 = Mystery In The Air, “Horla” (August 21, 1947) ***WD 09:55:34.268 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0466
Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025
A mad scientist removes the brain of a severely injured hijacker in a desperate bid to uncover the location of stolen loot! | #RetroRadio EP0465 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Brain Without Mercy” (July 26, 1976) 00:46:18.655 = The Clock, “Professor Leonard Higgens” (August 25, 1947) 01:08:35.367 = The Confession, “The Peter W. Greer Case” (August 09, 1953) ***WD 01:38:10.997 = The Crime Club, “Silent Witnesses” (March 27, 1947) ***WD 02:07:27.117 = Sounds of Darkness, “The Postman Knocks Death” (September 01, 1970) 02:32:37.830 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Live Forever” (December 10, 1971) ***WD 02:57:35.819 = Dimension X, “Vital Factor” (August 16, 1951) ***WD 03:27:17.709 = The Strange Dr. Weird, “Survival of the Fittest” (January 23, 1945) ***WD 03:39:01.342 = The Creaking Door, “Aunt Mae” (1964-1968) 04:08:02.586 = The Eleventh Hour, “Project X112” (February 27, 1946) ***WD 04:35:19.673 = Escape, “Leiningen Versus The Ants” (May 23, 1948) ***WD 05:04:45.928 = Murder By Experts, “Summer Heat” (June 13, 1949) ***WD 05:34:14.956 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Space Baby/First Baby In Space” (June 18, 1958) 05:54:13.543 = Faces In The Window, “Lightning Rod” (January 17, 1953) ***WD (LQ) 06:17:53.868 = Dark Fantasy, “Superstition Be Hanged” (March 13, 1942) 06:42:07.060 = Diary of Fate, “John Haynes” (July 13, 1948) ***WD 07:08:44.186 = BBC Fear on 4, “Hand In Glove” (March 05, 1989) 07:37:45.496 = Five After the Hour, “Murder Has No Tongue” (June 27, 1945) ***WD 08:01:07.459 = 5 Minute Mysteries, “Misfit Clue” (late 1940s) 08:06:07.528 = Future Tense, “Martian Death March” (May 07, 1974) ***WD 08:33:40.918 = Gang Busters, “Cumberland Safecracker” (March 27, 1948) 08:58:05.435 = Barrie Craig, “Sneak Assassin” (November 21, 1954) 09:27:21.796 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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. = = = = =#TrueCrime #Paranormal #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramas #SuspenseRadioClassics #1940sRadioHorror #OldRadioMysteryShows #CreepyOldRadioShows #TrueCrimeRadio #SupernaturalRadioPlays #GoldenAgeRadio #EerieRadioMysteries #MacabreOldTimeRadio #NostalgicThrillers #ClassicCrimePodcast #RetroHorrorPodcast #WeirdDarkness #WeirdDarknessPodcast #RetroRadio #ClassicRadio CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0465
Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025
Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast! https://weirddarkness.com/survey When a missing man presumed drowned is found living 700 miles away with a new family, new career, and new identity, he shocks everyone by insisting he has no memory of his previous life — and psychiatric experts believe him. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: A bizarre masked figure interrupted two television broadcasts in 1987, creating one of broadcasting’s most disturbing unsolved mysteries. Who was behind the Max Headroom TV-signal hack? (The Max Headroom Hijacking) *** In the 1990s, residents of England's Wirral Peninsula witnessed enormous metallic discs up to half a mile wide hovering over their villages in broad daylight, including one craft that seemed to emit cries for help from within. (The Heswall Mothership) *** Across America, people with no history of mental illness are spiraling into severe psychosis after conversations with ChatGPT, convinced they've broken the laws of physics or become prophets destined to save the world. (When AI Triggers Psychosis) *** When a missing man presumed drowned is found living 700 miles away with a new family, new career, and new identity, he shocks everyone by insisting he has no memory of his previous life — and psychiatric experts believe him. It’s the strange true story of Lawrence Bader… or is he Fritz Johnson? (The Lawrence Bader Mystery) 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:02:22.760 = Show Open 00:04:24.851 = The Lawrence Bader Mystery 00:19:27.968 = The Max Headroom Hijacking 00:34:31.697 = The Heswall Mothership 00:47:22.930 = When AI Triggers Psychosis 01:00:35.626 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Lawrence Bader Mystery”: https://weirddarkness.com/lawrence-bader-mystery/ “The Max Headroom Hijacking”: https://weirddarkness.com/max-headroom-tv-hijack-chicago/ “The Heswall Mothership”: https://weirddarkness.com/heswall-mothership-ufo-sighting/ “When AI Triggers Psychosis”: https://weirddarkness.com/ai-psychosis/ =====(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, 2025 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/LawrenceBader #LawrenceBader #FritzJohnson #TrueCrime #UnsolvedMystery #MissingPerson #AmnesiaCase #DissociativeFugue #LakeErieDisappearance #AkronOhio #OmahaNebraska #IdentityMystery #MemoryLoss #StrangeDisappearances #BizarreTrueStory #UnexplainedMystery #DualIdentity #PsychiatricMystery #FingerprintEvidence #PresumedDead #FoundAlive #FakeDeathTheory #TraumaticAmnesia #ColdCase #HistoricalMystery #1957Disappearance #KETV #ForgottenIdentity #FalseMemories #TwoLivesOnePerson #MysteriousDoubleLife #InsuranceFraud #BigamyCase #RealLifeMystery #StrangeButTrue #AmericanMysteries #UnsolvedCases #TrueCrimeStory #MysteryPodcast #UnexplainedPhenomena #MentalHealthMystery #1960sTrueCrime #BizarreCases #ForgottenPast #MemoryMystery #IdentityCrisis #PsychologicalThriller #MysteriousDisappearances #TrueStory #ColdCaseMystery #UnsolvedCase
Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025
A writer seeking solitude in a quiet village rumored to have a vampire is enchanted by a beautiful woman. A writer retreats to a quiet town rumored to be haunted by a vampiric presence residing in the local château. While roaming the castle grounds, he crosses paths with a seductive and mysterious woman who just might be the undead legend herself. Hear the tale from Hall of Fantasy!| #RetroRadio EP0464 Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Men With The Magic Fingers” (July 22, 1976) 00:45:36.269 = Hall of Fantasy, “Marquis of Death” (June 22, 1953) 01:09:09.619 = Dark Venture, “Pursuit” (July 31, 1945) ***WD 01:38:55.364 = The Weird Circle, “Evil Eye” (October 01, 1944) ***WD 02:06:18.806 = The Whistler, “Death Demands Payment” (December 19, 1943) 02:35:56.465 = Witch’s Tale, “Spirits of the Lake” (January 02, 1933) 03:05:58.922 = X Minus One, “Jaywalker” (April 17, 1956) 03:32:53.306 = The Zero Hour, “The Princess Stakes Murder, Part 1” (November 26, 1973) ***WD 04:02:19.568 = The Zero Hour, “The Princess Stakes Murder, Part 2” (November 27, 1973) ***WD 04:32:22.760 = The Zero Hour, “The Princess Stakes Murder, Part 3” (November 28, 1973) ***WD 05:02:26.814 = The Zero Hour, “The Princess Stakes Murder, Part 4” (November 29, 1973) ***WD 05:31:29.930 = The Zero Hour, “The Princess Stakes Murder, Part 5” (November 30, 1973) ***WD 06:01:35.512 = ABC Mystery Time, “The Tale” (1956-1957) 06:25:03.246 = Strange Adventure, “The Borigo Ring” (1945) ***WD 06:28:18.923 = Appointment With Fear, “Pit And The Pendulum” (September 18, 1943) ***WD 06:55:26.357 = BBC Radio 4, “Murders In The Rue Morgue” (January 22, 2000) 07:51:37.093 = Beyond The Green Door, “Harwell And The Matland Indians” (1966) ***WD 07:55:06.934 = The Black Book, “My Favorite Corpse” (February 24, 1952) ***WD 08:09:34.274 = The Avenger, “The Ghost Murder” (January 13, 1946) 08:39:32.835 = Box 13, “Design For Danger” (June 05, 1949) 09:06:02.699 = CBC Mystery Theater, “Mr. Higginbothom’s Catastrophe” (1967) ***WD 09:34:58.046 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From The Morgue, “Return of the Master Constipator” (1990) ***WD 09:58:33.191 = 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 Library 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. = = = = = "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/WDRR0464
Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025
Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast!https://weirddarkness.com/survey A New Mexico cop’s routine patrol became one of the most scrutinized UFO cases in history; and the government still can’t explain it away. Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: What if Bigfoot and South Carolina's terrifying Lizard Man aren't two different monsters, but the same creature wearing a living coat of swamp moss that transforms its appearance from hairy ape to scaly reptile? One cryptid specialist believes this might be the case. (Bigfoot and Lizard Man) *** The Orang Bunian remain one of Southeast Asia’s most enduring supernatural mysteries, with countless witnesses claiming encounters with these invisible forest dwellers who possess the power to manipulate time, marry humans, and even snatch babies directly from their mothers’ wombs. (Malaysia’s Orang Bunian) *** In 1975, Flora Stevens vanished from a hospital parking lot in the Catskills, leaving behind a husband who spent the rest of his life searching for answers to a disappearance that would baffle investigators for over four decades. (The Mysterious Disappearance of Flora Stevens) *** Researchers have discovered T-Rex could bite with power than they ever thought possible – biting down with the force of three cars crushing down on a single tooth — powerful enough to shatter the bones of its prey like no other dinosaur could. (The Bone-Crushing Truth of T-Rex’s Bite) *** A small-town New Mexico police officer's routine speeding chase in 1964 transforms into one of the most credible and mystifying UFO encounters in history, complete with physical evidence that still defies explanation. (The Socorro Encounter) 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. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:43.797 = Show Open 00:03:55.517 = The Socorro UFO Encounter 00:24:17.067 = Malaysia’s Oran Bunian 00:35:39.102 = Bigfoot And Lizard Man 00:45:27.293 = The Mysterious Disappearance of Flora Stevens 00:53:53.993 = The Bone Crushing Truth About T-Rex’s Bite 01:00:15.027 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Socorro Encounter”: https://weirddarkness.com/socorro-ufo-encounter-lonnie-zamora/ “Malaysia’s Orang Bunian”: https://weirddarkness.com/hidden-people-orang-bunian-mystery/ “Bigfoot And Lizard Man”: https://weirddarkness.com/bigfoot-and-lizard-man/ “The Mysterious Disappearance of Flora Stevens”: https://weirddarkness.com/flora-stevens-disappearance/ “The Bone Crushing Truth About T-Rex’s Bite”: https://weirddarkness.com/t-rex-bite-power/ ===== (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 15, 2025 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. EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/SocorroUFO #SocorroUFO #LonnieZamora #UFOSighting #ProjectBlueBook #NewMexicoUFO #UFOIncident #1964UFO #UnexplainedMysteries #UAP #UFOEvidence #AlienEncounter #CloseEncounters #UFOInvestigation #FBIFiles #UFOHistory #Extraterrestrial #UFOWitness #DesertUFO #ParanormalInvestigation #UFOLanding #AirForceUFO #GovernmentCoverUp #UFOPhysicalEvidence #AmericanUFO #UFOCase
Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025
Two cryptid enthusiasts prove that the couple who hunts together, grunts together! In a ceremony that finally answered the age-old question "Does Bigfoot believe in love?" two humans exchanged vows while a seven-foot-tall hairy officiant pronounced them husband and wife. READ or LISTEN to this #MindOfMarlar article: https://weirddarkness.com/mm-bridegroomsasquatch MindOfMarlar™, WeirdDarkness®, Copyright ©2025 #BigfootWedding #CryptidWedding #WestVirginiaBigfootFestival #BigfootFestival2025 #SasquatchOfficiant #MothmanWeddingGuest #CryptidLove #WVCryptidFestival #SuttonWV #UnusualWeddings #ParanormalWedding #BigfootCommunity #CryptozoologyWedding #MonsterFestival #ThemedWedding #ChristyAndRonHowes #AlternativeWedding #OffbeatWedding #BigfootOfficiatesWedding #CryptidLoveStory #FestivalWedding #QuirkyWedding #ParanormalRomance #CryptidArt #WestVirginiaEvents #AppalachianCryptids #WeirdWeddings #CryptidEnthusiasts #BigfootBelievers #LoveFindsAWay 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.
Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2025
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