Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, True Crime, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

During a violent thunderstorm, a reclusive man is visited by a strange salesman peddling lightning rods—but what begins as a sales pitch quickly spirals into a chilling confrontation about fear, faith, and control. Is the visitor a protector… or something far more sinister? Hear Herman Melville’s “The Lightning-Rod Man” from Faces In The Window! | #RetroRadio EP0391 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Mirror, Mirror” (January 28, 1976) ***WD 00:47:05.019 = Faces In The Window, “Lightning Rod Man” (January 17, 1953) ***WD (LQ) 01:11:57.309 = Dark Fantasy, “Resolution” (January 02, 1942) ***WD 01:37:07.609 = Diary of Fate, “Paul Reese” (March 23, 1948) ***WD (LQ) 02:06:34.239 = BBC Fear on 4, “Day At The Dentist’s” (March 13, 1988) 02:36:16.259 = Five Minute Mysteries, “Case of Oversight” (July 28, 1948) 02:42:49.939 = Future Tense, “A Pail Of Air” (May 20, 1974) ***WD 03:11:16.829 = Gang Busters, “New Jersey Counterfeiters” (December 13, 1947) 03:42:22.089 = Green Hornet, “Lightning Strikes a Shakedown” (August 10, 1939) 04:12:12.759 = Hall of Fantasy, “Man-Size In Marble” (April 10, 1947) 04:39:34.989 = The Lives of Harry Live, “Pleasure Before Business” (March 28, 1952) ***WD 05:04:06.428 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0391 TAGS: old time radio, otr horror, classic radio shows, horror radio shows, vintage radio dramas, suspense radio classics, 1940s radio horror, old radio mystery shows, creepy old radio shows, true crime radio, supernatural radio plays, golden age radio, eerie radio mysteries, macabre old time radio, nostalgic thrillers, classic crime podcast, retro horror podcast, weird darkness, weird darkness podcast, weird darkness retro radio, retro radio, classic radio

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

“CROOKED BONE” BY GERALD KERSH: A man’s twisted leg hides a darker twist in his past — and what he finally reveals will make your skin crawl. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: I’ve been looking forward to cracking open this one, because it’s from a book I received recently from my bride, Robin. She was at an estate sale and came across something she immediately knew I’d want… a book entitled “Alfred Hitchcock Presents A Month of Mystery”. It’s very much like his TV show where he shared short stories from numerous authors. This anthology was published in 1969, with stories dating back as far as 1936. You'll most definitely be hearing more of these in future episodes because I love old creepy stories like these. In this episode it’s a story by Gerald Kersh originally published in 1968. It’s called “Crooked Bone”. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Crooked Bone” is by Gerald Kersh from the anthology, “Alfred Hitchcock Presents: A Month of Mystery” by Random House: https://amzn.to/3hZSBjM ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 28, 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/CrookedBone

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

They preserved him like a rare species — but when death entered the exhibit, the real panic began. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: “Knock” by Fredrik Brown starts with a short-short story based on the following text of Thomas Bailey Aldrich: ***“Imagine all human beings swept off the face of the earth, excepting one man. Imagine this man in some vast city, New York or London. Imagine him on the third or fourth day of his solitude sitting in a house and hearing a ring at the door-bell!”*** Fredric Brown condensed this text to read "a sweet little horror story that is only two sentences long". Brown’s short story then goes on to elaborate on those two sentences and builds a more complete plot around them. “Knock” was originally published in the December 1948 issue of Thrilling Wonder Stories. There have been three different radio adaptations (Dimension X, X Minus One and the Sci Fi Channel's Seeing Ear Theatre). And now it gets another adaptation – in this episode. The story was also reprinted in The Best Science Fiction Stories: 1949. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Knock” by Fredrik Brown: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4cc9433d ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 20, 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/knock TAGS: weird darkness, weird darkness podcast, post-apocalyptic fiction, last man on Earth, alien zoo, sci-fi horror, psychological thriller, alien invasion story, end of humanity, weird fiction, speculative fiction, classic sci-fi, survival story, dystopian future, extraterrestrial captivity, thought-provoking horror, science fiction short story

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Scientists have been poking around in the human brain again… and this time, it might end with talking toasters, telepathic Wi-Fi, and your Amazon Echo placing orders if you as much as daydream. Read the article: https://weirddarkness.com/makingrobocop/ WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

A man caring for roses accidentally creates worms that grow to monstrous proportions and develop a taste for human flesh! Hear the story from The Devil and Mr. O! | #RetroRadio EP0390 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Ferret” (January 26, 1976) ***WD 00:48:05.369 = Confession, “Leo J Fowler Case” (August 30, 1953) 01:17:48.459 = Sounds of Darkness, “The Fish That Flew” (January 27, 1970) 01:43:40.249 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Revolt of Worms” (October 01, 1971) 02:15:16.149 = Dimension X, “The Last Objective” (June 03, 1951) 02:55:32.369 = The Strange Dr. Weird, “The House Where Death Lives” (November 07, 1944) (LQ) 02:55:32.279 = The Creaking Door, “White Scarf Strangler” (1965) ***WD 03:23:40.639 = The Eleventh Hour, “Jewel Robbery” (1941-1946) ***WD 03:53:50.709 = Escape, “The Log of the Evening Star” (March 14, 1948) 04:24:30.589 = Everyman’s Theater, “The Women Stayed at home” (December 20, 1940) ***WD 04:50:08.939 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Overpopulation” (April 09, 1958) ***WD 05:08:51.129 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0390 TAGS: old time radio, otr horror, classic radio shows, vintage radio dramas, old radio mystery shows, 1940s radio horror, golden age radio, old time radio crime, horror radio shows, creepy old radio shows, true crime radio, supernatural radio plays, noir radio episodes, suspense radio classics, gothic radio dramas, macabre old time radio, haunted broadcasts, classic horror stories, spine-tingling radio, retro suspense tales, chilling audio drama, eerie radio mysteries, nostalgic thrillers, paranormal radio hour, best old time radio horror, top mystery radio shows, scary vintage radio episodes, listen to old radio horror, crime radio shows from the 1940s, old time radio podcasts, Weird Darkness Presents, retro horror podcast, creepy vintage audio, disturbing old radio, classic crime podcast

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

When the sun sets over the Navajo reservation, ancient legends come alive — and those who’ve seen the skinwalkers will never forget the eyes watching from the shadows. Download The PDF For This Episode's FREE Word Search Game: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mue9zcxh Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Numerous Reddit users describe their own personal encounters with strange creatures that might be described as werewolves or wendigos… but even further skin deep. (Skinwalkers and Shapeshifters) *** In 1836, an unsuspecting passerby entered the Gardette-LePrete mansion and uncovered a scene of unimaginable horror. (Blood Soaked Gardette LePrete Mansion) *** Is it possible that some classic UFO events were actually hallucinations by people on drugs? (Psychedelic UFO Sightings) *** Ann Hodges, the only person struck by a meteorite who survived it, suffered a nervous breakdown after a media frenzy and a court battle for meteorite ownership. (Struck By a Meteor) *** A mysterious sighting in the night spawned the legend of one of West Virginia's creepiest cryptids. (The Legend of the Flatwoods Monster) *** A Weirdo family member tells the story of a ghost named Matilda. (Matilda) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:35.685 = Show Open 00:03:27.394 = True Stories of Skinwalkers And Shapeshifters 00:45:35.637 = Blood Soaked Gardette-LePrete Mansion 00:50:49.458 = Psychedelic UFO Sightings 00:59:28.709 = Struck By A Meteor 01:07:33.569 = Legend Of The Flatwoods Monster 01:14:37.565 = Matilda 01:18:08.469 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Skinwalkers and Shapeshifters” by Nida Sea: http://bit.ly/2Xzkaml “Blood Soaked Gardette-LePrete Mansion” by Adam Karlin: http://bit.ly/2Lb3RKI “Psychedelic UFO Sightings” by Nick Redfern: http://bit.ly/2LSsETx “Struck By a Meteor” by Martin Chalakoski: http://bit.ly/2xBwmZ5 “The Legend of the Flatwoods Monster” by Orin Grey: http://bit.ly/32jIImG “Matilda” submitted anonymously to WeirdDarkness.com ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2022 EPISODE PAGE – Includes list of sources: https://weirddarkness.com/FaceToFaceWithFear TAGS: skinwalkers, navajo legends, shapeshifters, paranormal encounters, supernatural beings, cryptids, ghost stories, weird darkness, flatwoods monster, unexplained phenomena, true crime history, alien encounters, haunted mansion, UFO sightings, native american folklore, butcher of kansas city, real ghost experiences, mysterious creatures, horror stories, urban legends, paranormal eyewitness, creepy tales, folklore, unsolved mysteries, strange sightings, darren marlar, creepy podcast, supernatural podcast, scary stories

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

A 1950s passenger plane vanishes without a trace – then lands 35 years later with 92 skeletons still buckled in their seats. What is the truth of the story? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Critics of the Santiago Flight 513 story insist it’s nothing more than an urban myth or an attempt to sell newspapers. But is there evidence to contradict their conclusions? (The Time Warp of Santiago Flight 513) *** Help! Help! Oh, my God! Frank is murdering the whole family. Rouse the neighbors!” These cries from a terrified woman led to the story of several attempted murders – and a song that most have forgotten. (The 30th Street Murder) *** After a series of attacks on farm animals in Puerto Rico, numerous people reported sightings of the creature at fault. But the strange thing is that none of the reports seemed to match – as if each sighting was of a different unknown animal. (Chupacabra Shapeshifter) *** Behind his friendly demeanor lurked a deadly obsession with torture and murder. He soon earned the label, “The Butcher of Kansas City.” (Robert Berdella) *** Weirdo family member Chris Misulich tells the true story of him and his friends getting exactly what they asked for… and wishing they hadn’t. (Be Careful What You Wish For) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:00:55.109 = Show Open 00:03:02.086 = The Time Warp of Santiago Flight 513 00:09:10.878 = The 30th Street Murder 00:16:03.747 = Chupacabra Shapeshifter 00:22:03.309 = Robert Berdella, The Butcher of Kansas City 00:27:30.144 = Be Careful What You Wish For 00:32:51.986 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Time Warp of Santiago Flight 513” by Lew Hewitt: http://bit.ly/2xDYI56 “The 30th Street Murder” by Robert Wilhelm: http://bit.ly/2XwTlnz. “Chupacabra Shapeshifter” by Nick Redfern: http://bit.ly/2NIGfz5 “Robert Berdella – Butcher of Kansas City” by Orrin Grey: http://bit.ly/30sRCwJ “Be Careful What You Wish For” by Weird family member Chris Misulich ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/Flight513 TAGS: paranormal stories, unexplained mysteries, time travel, Flight 513, Chupacabra, shapeshifter, Robert Berdella, Butcher of Kansas City, serial killer, true crime, urban legends, historical murders, Puerto Rico mysteries, ghost stories, paranormal encounters, Weird Darkness, supernatural phenomena, historical true crime, cryptids, 30th Street Murder, camping horror stories, real-life horror

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

A forgotten cathedral, a sinister scrapbook, and a demon sketched from memory — some illustrations should never come to life. *** Hear the story from BBC’s radio show, Ghost Story in the episode, “Canon Alberic’s Scrapbook!” | #RetroRadio EP0389 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Slick And The Dead” (January 23, 1976) ***WD 00:47:35.109 = The Whistler, “Justice” (June 12, 1943) 01:18:11.389 = The Witch’s Tale, “Statue of Thor” (May 22, 1933) 01:42:11.659 = X Minus One, “Time And Time Again” (January 11, 1956) 02:11:17.929 = ABC Mystery Time, “Sherlock Speckled Band” (May 01, 1956) ***WD 02:35:59.329 = Strange Adventure, “Savage One” (1945) ***WD 02:39:23.949 = Appointment With Fear, “Morning Glory” (July 19, 1943) ***WD 03:07:59.619 = BBC Ghost Story, “Canon Alberic’s Scrapbook” (1997) 03:22:50.619 = Beyond The Green Door, “John Otis – Mr. Dunn, Disposer” (1966) ***WD 03:26:59.151 = Box 13, “Dan and the Wonderful Lamp” (March 27, 1949) 03:54:41.309 = Incredible But True, “Two Heads Are Better” (1950-1951) 03:58:40.349 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From The Morgue, “The Bitter Pill” (1992) 04:29:14.209 = The Clock, “Angel With Two Faces” (May 25, 1947) ***WD 04:52:46.103 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0389

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

What really happened inside the Borden house that bloody summer morning — and could Lizzie’s silence have been hiding more than just guilt? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: She looms large in the annals of American crime lore. A romantic relationship gone awry and troubles at home could explain why many still believe Lizzie Borden killed her parents. (Spending The Night With Lizzie Borden) *** Many years before Adolph Hitler and Germany’s Nazis created Auschwitz, there was another concentration camp that experienced deaths in tens of thousands. But this encampment of turpitude wasn’t located in Germany – or anywhere near Europe. It was located in the land of the free… the home of the brave. The USA. (The Devil’s Punchbowl) *** Several people have returned from their near-death experiences reporting they were briefly in the fiery pits of hell. Is there any truth to their claims? (They Escaped Hell’s Clutches) *** Have you ever seen what appears to be a shadow person or dark figure (stationary or moving) with your own eyes, close up or far away, ​maybe even in your peripheral vision or dream state? Perhaps you have felt the sensation of someone  standing behind you and then you turn around but no one was there? What is it that you are seeing when this happens? (Who Are The Shadow People?) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:00:50.704 = Show Open 00:02:54.240 = Spending The Night With Lizzie Borden 00:19:18.753 = They Escaped Hell’s Clutches 00:26:44.011 = The Devil’s Punchbowl: America’s Concentration Camp 00:34:34.889 = Who Are The Shadow People? 01:02:18.973 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Spending The Night With Lizzie Borden” written by Darren Marlar ***Sources include Aliza Polkes: http://bit.ly/2X60g70, Zillow: http://bit.ly/2X6TmOM, Kelly McClure: http://bit.ly/2KDy3hj, Catherine Phelan: http://bit.ly/2xkNsdv, Sarah Mangiola: http://bit.ly/2xdVd55. Lizzie Borden monologue written by Brandy Purdy:https://amzn.to/2IRCCTb, female narration by voice actor Katrina Carpenter: http://bit.ly/2Jdd8hZ “The Devil’s Punchbowl: America’s Concentration Camp” by Claire Bernish: http://bit.ly/2YeAlqd “They Escaped Hell’s Clutches” posted at Earth Chronicles: http://bit.ly/2xoGl49 “Who Are The Shadow People?” by Natalia Kuna: http://bit.ly/2X10esl ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 05, 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/LizzieBordenFinalTestimony TAGS: Lizzie Borden, Lizzie Borden axe murders, Fall River Massachusetts, Abby Borden, Andrew Borden, Borden murders, true crime podcast, historical true crime, unsolved murders, 1800s murder case, Victorian crime, female killers, women who kill, Lizzie Borden trial, Borden house ghost, Maplecroft Mansion, haunted bed and breakfast, historical fiction, Brandy Purdy, Secrets of Lizzie Borden, axe murder mystery, Victorian scandal, infamous trials, paranormal history, haunted Massachusetts, ghost stories, murder mystery, crime reenactment, murder confessions, Lizzie Borden diary, 19th century crime, creepy historical tales, Weird Darkness podcast, supernatural crime stories, historical unsolved mystery, Borden family drama, Victorian America crime, spooky B&Bs, haunted houses USA, eerie real stories, ghosts and legends, murder house tourism, haunted inns, cursed homes, Lizzie Borden bed and breakfast

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

These orphanages once held children… now they hold something far more chilling. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: We’ll explore chilling stories of haunted orphanages, where the echoes of heartbroken and lonely children linger long after the buildings have been abandoned. (Haunted Orphanage Stories) *** “If only these walls could talk,” we’ve heard people say. But what if the walls could talk? In the world of paranormal investigations, the “Stone Tape Theory” is gaining recognition – or at least raising eyebrows and intrigue. Could the walls of your home have recorded your horrific death – and then replay that scene as a haunting? (The Stone Tape Theory) *** One thing is for sure in this life – and that is, your life will eventually cease. How you go out could make or break your legacy. Freak accidents are something you’d probably want to avoid, but they happen – and I have a few examples to share. (Weird Deaths) *** In the misty expanse of Bodmin Moor, a tragic tale of love, jealousy, and murder unfolded in 1844. When Charlotte Dymond's lifeless body was found, all eyes turned to her lover, Matthew Weeks, whose subsequent execution left many questioning his guilt. (The Tragic Tale of Charlotte Dymond) *** The Urantia Book – a fascinating and controversial text that blends science, religion, and philosophy into a cosmic narrative of divine beings and celestial order. But no one knows who wrote it. (The Urantia Book Of Cosmic Thought) *** I’m trying something new by telling a true story of old murder in an old detective style… I call it “Murder Noir” and tonight’s case will be the death of Jeanette Earnest in Fort Worth in 1954. (Murder Noir, Jeanette Earnest) *** On Monday 17th October 1814, a terrible disaster claimed the lives of at least 8 people. A bizarre industrial accident resulted in the release of a tsunami onto the streets of London… comprised entirely of beer. (A Sudden Wave of Suds) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:11.492 = Show Open 00:04:10.942 = Haunted Orphanage Stories 00:17:50.495 = The Urantia Book of Cosmic Thought 00:24:16.312 = The Tragic Tale of Charlotte Dymond 00:29:43.049 = The Stone Tape Theory 00:39:43.488 = Weird Deaths 00:48:41.582 = A Sudden Wave of Suds 00:53:53.546 = Murder Noir: “The Case of the Obsessed Uncle” 01:00:44.516 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Haunted Orphanage Stories” source: Elle Tharp, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yjhkvhs7 “The Urantia Book Of Cosmic Thought” source: Zoe Mitchel, Anomalien.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2yax9yes(Read the Urantia Book online: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4e5a45ca) “The Tragic Tale of Charlotte Dymond” source: Les Hewitt, Historic Mysteries: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4aczfd8r “Murder Noir: The Case of the Obsessed Uncle” source: Robert A. Waters, Kidnapping, Murder and Mayhem:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/39mw7shb “Weird Deaths” written by Kelsie Christine McConnell for The-Line-Up.com (used with permission):https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckzkny2 “A Sudden Wave of Suds” source: Ben Johnson, Historic-UK.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8br9ap “The Stone Tape Theory” by Rachel Elizabeth for The-Line-Up.com (used with permission):https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8rfdy8 ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 04, 2024 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/HauntedOrphanges TAGS: haunted orphanages, ghost stories, paranormal podcast, creepy orphanage tales, real haunted places, ghosts of children, abandoned orphanages, scary orphanage stories, true ghost stories, haunted places you can visit, paranormal activity, haunted locations, Weird Darkness podcast, scary podcast episodes, haunted institutions, ghost hunting stories, real life haunted orphanages, crybaby lane haunting, Guthrie Boys Home ghost, St John’s Orphanage Goulburn, Savannah haunted orphanage, Gore Orphanage ghosts, Odd Fellows Home Liberty MO, Twin Bridges Orphanage, St Marys Orphanage Galveston, Holy Family Orphanage Michigan, Vallejo haunted orphanage, Fairmount Children’s Home, Elizabeth Orphan Asylum, Gettysburg haunted orphanage, St Vincent’s Guest House ghosts, child spirits haunting, dark history orphanages, abandoned haunted buildings, urban exploration ghost stories, ghost sightings at orphanages, eerie ghost encounters, haunted travel destinations, supernatural stories, real ghost encounters

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

The lady of an old English manor and estate is determined not to let anyone usurp her position – otherwise they’ll have to deal with the LADY OF THE MIST! Hear the chilling tale from CBS Radio Mystery Theater! | #RetroRadio EP0388 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Lady of the Mist” (January 21, 1976) ***WD 00:47:23.239 = BBC Spine Chillers, “Eris” (1984) 01:18:02.039 = Stay Tuned, “The Bogey Man Will Get Your” (1945) ***WD 01:33:36.039 = Strange, “Deja Vu In France” (1955) ***WD 01:49:43.859 = Suspense, “The ABC Murders” (May 18, 1943) ***WD 02:18:29.759 = Tales of the Frightened, “Don’t Lose your Head” (1957) 02:24:27.749 = Tales From The Tomb, “A Ghost Or a Vampire” (1960s) 02:31:05.909 = Theater Five, “Odyssey of Number Fourteen” (September 22, 1964) 02:52:59.579 = The Unexpected, “Handle With Care” (1948) 03:05:42.679 = Unit 99, “Investigate Prowler” (January 31, 1958) 03:29:53.299 = Unsolved Mysteries, “Indian Fakir” (February 17, 1944) ***WD 03:45:43.989 = Dark Venture, “Pursuit” (July 31, 1945) ***WD 04:16:34.559 = The Weird Circle, “Cask of Amontillado” (April 09, 1944) 04:45:58.981 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0388

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

In 1916, Marion Lambert was found dead in the snow with cyanide on her hand. Today her ghost still lingers for justice and closure. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Author Troy Taylor tells one of his favorite true ghost tales – it’s the haunting story of Marion Lambert, the girl in the snow. (The Girl In The Snow) *** A boy thinks he sees a man in his rearview mirror, but the figure disappears – just to reappear again. And it was then that the terrifying things began to happen to his family. (Angel of Death In The Rearview Mirror) *** Native Americans have a legend of a terrible skinwalker that not only can shapeshift, but also control its victims by thought. (Mind Controlling Skinwalker) *** A girl’s sleepover with friends turns into a literal nightmare. Weirdo family member Jacque Sicks tells her story. (Slumber Party of Horror) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:18.658 = Show Open 00:02:51.847 = The Girl In The Snow 00:26:40.551 = Angel Of Death In The Rearview Mirror 00:29:27.995 = Mind Controlling Skinwalker 00:36:44.041 = Slumber Party of Horror 00:41:09.738 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Girl In The Snow” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2I5AgOW “Angel of Death In The Rearview Mirror” by Zarza: http://bit.ly/2K9c0xM “Mind Controlling Skinwalker” by Ellen Lloyd http://bit.ly/2HHNO3T and A. Sutherland http://bit.ly/2W293Bs for Ancient Pages “Slumber Party of Horror” by Jacque Sicks, submitted to WeirdDarkness.com ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 29, 2019 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/GhostOfTheGirlInTheSnow TAGS: Marion Lambert, Will Orpet, Marion Lambert murder, Lake Forest mystery, 1916 murder case, Marion Lambert ghost, unsolved historical crimes, Weird Darkness podcast, Sheridan Road ghost, ghost of Marion Lambert, cyanide poisoning case, early 20th century murder, true crime podcast, haunted Illinois, paranormal Illinois, true ghost stories, Deerfield High School murder, Sacred Heart Convent Lake Forest, vintage true crime, ghostly apparitions, haunted Sheridan Road, famous murder trials, historic murder cases, Midwest true crime, haunted forest story, Marion Lambert haunting, tragic love story murder, spectral sightings Illinois, Chicago true crime history, Weird Darkness true crime, supernatural unsolved cases

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

He aimed at an elk — and ended up aboard a cube-shaped spaceship with paralyzed animals and a toothy alien named Ausso One. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: In October 1974, Carl Higdon ventured into Wyoming's wilderness for a routine elk hunt, only to encounter something beyond belief: a humanoid figure and an otherworldly craft. His shocking encounter, complete with mysterious pills, a transparent cube, and a journey to an alien planet, defies explanation and continues to baffle experts to this day. (Ausso One, The Non-Human Humanoid) *** In a remote Mexican village, a young boy stumbles upon a gruesome ritual led by a self-proclaimed goddess, Magdalena Solis. As the cult's depravity spirals out of control, the authorities descend upon the village, uncovering a tale of human sacrifice, orgies, and drug-fueled madness. (High Priestess of Blood) *** In the early morning hours of August 26, 1986, the lifeless body of 18-year-old Jennifer Levin was discovered in Central Park, sparking a media frenzy that would dub her murderer, the "Preppy Killer." (Robert Chambers: The Preppy Killer) *** Small mistakes can have big consequences, especially when they happen at critical moments in history. From an unlocked gate that led to the fall of Constantinople to a forgotten login that halted background checks for gun permits, we’ll look at a few “brain farts” that changed the course of history in ways no one could have predicted (Small Mistakes, Big Consequences) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:00.175 = Show Open 00:03:24.124 = Ausso One: The Non-Human Humanoid 00:21:12.207 = Robert Chambers: The Preppy Killer 00:34:03.260 = The Elusive Holy Grail 00:41:35.491 = The High Priestess of Blood 00:52:29.335 = Small Mistakes, Big Consequences 00:58:58.658 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The High Priestess of Blood” by Troy Taylor (used with permission): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2w4b35w5 “Small Mistakes, Big Consequences” source: Jordan Breeding, Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p99tmau “Ausso One, The Non-Human Humanoid” source: Marcus Lowth, UFOInsight.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4acyve4n “The Elusive Holy Grail” source: Austin Harvey, All That’s Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckj9sj5 “Robert Chambers; The Preppy Killer’ source: Cat McAuliffe, Unspeakable Crimes: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8pp9kj ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 03, 2024 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MedicineBowIncident TAGS: UFO encounter, Carl Higdon, alien abduction, Medicine Bow National Forest, Wyoming UFO, 1974 UFO sighting, extraterrestrial encounter, Ausso One, real alien stories, unexplained phenomena, elk abduction, cube-shaped UFO, physical evidence UFO, strange disappearances, alien contact, polygraph alien abduction, Leo Sprinkle, alien breeding program, sci-fi mystery, unexplainable true stories, supernatural encounters, close encounters, weird alien stories, true alien abduction, UFO witness testimony, bizarre abductions, alien implants, paranormal podcast, UFO podcast, Weird Darkness, unexplained true stories

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Their marriage survived two decades... but not a dropdown menu. Read this #MindOfMarlar article: https://weirddarkness.com/tilldohdouspart/ WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

HOUR ONE: Just because the Ouija board is made by a board game manufacturer does not mean it should be treated like a toy – as many have discovered. *** The similar game, Charlie Charlie seems more innocent – but is so dangerous that in one school where children were playing it, they had to call in an exorcist. *** And you never know when playing any of these types of games what kind of spirit you might be inviting into our realm – but I can tell you this…. It’s never good. They might pretend to be good, but that’s far from the truth. And one particular demon has found notoriety through the Ouija board community, a demon you don’t want to risk opening a door for. It’s name is Zozo. ========== HOUR TWO: Did lost cosmonauts make it into space before Yuri Gagarin? (The Tombs in Space) *** Don't take a gift from Gracie Watson's grave... or her life-like statue might cry tears of blood. (Gracie’s Ghost) *** Did Bonnie Scott run away? Was she kidnapped? Murdered perhaps? All anyone knew was that no one had a clue where she was. She had simply disappeared without a trace. (The Murder of Bonnie Leigh Scott) *** A latchkey kid comes home to an empty house… or so they thought until they heard footsteps in another room. (The Laundry Room) ========== SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: People often encounter strange and frightening things when they experience sleep paralysis – but in one particular story, the horrors began well before going to bed. (Sleep Paralysis in Bangkok) *** Samuel Joselyn was buried in 1810 in a North Carolina cemetery.  Unfortunately, it doesn't appear that Samuel was actually DEAD at the time of his burial! (Buried Alive in Wilmington) *** in 1894 Rosa Lochner was a witness to murder, but she had been deaf since birth and her spoken vocabulary was limited. So how could she testify against the accused? (Murder In Pantomime) *** A boy wakes to find his previously closed curtains now open – and the only explanation involves a previous resident of the house he’s now living in. (Strange Manifestations) *** Mention the word “Chupacabra” and most people will think of a strange, hairless dog-like animal. They are never described as having the ability to fly… until now. (Winged Chupacabras) *** These UFOs aren’t shiny metallic discs or cigar-shaped spaceships. They are humanoid – and they fly without the help of a jetpack, wings, cape or even a broom to sit on. And the sightings are still coming in all throughout Mexico. (The Flying Humanoids of Mexico) *** The North Carolina Cherokee have a story about how dangerous it can be even near a calm river – where the waters can suddenly foam and a giant beast can appear on the rocks. (James and the Giant Leech) *** Supernatural women, shadowy men, odd animal sightings, and more… they can all be found at late-night truck stops if you’re not careful. (Truck Stop Horror Stories) ========== SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW: “Charlie Charlie” https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ydpwych9, and “Ouija Boards” https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mzyfmweeby Jacob Shelton for Graveyard Shift “ZoZo the Ouija Board Demon” by Maggie Clendenin for Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/xtc8x9pe “The Tombs in Space” posted at The Unredacted: http://ow.ly/nW5U30mwbWw “Gracie’s Ghost” by Gary Sweeney for The Line Up: http://ow.ly/arFz30mwaLc “The Murder of Bonnie Leigh Scott” by Troy Taylor for American Hauntings Ink: http://ow.ly/v6wX30mwbwW “The Laundry Room” submitted anonymously to Weird Darkness “Sleep Paralysis in Bangkok” by MarkiO for YourGhostStories.com: http://ow.ly/FUOD30mwc0C “Truckstop Horror Stories” by Erin McCann for Ranker: https://tinyurl.com/wldxxnl “Buried Alive in Wilmington” by TheresaHPIR for Theresa’s Haunted History of the Tri-State: https://tinyurl.com/rr4cvoh “Murder in Pantomime” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/y97rswf5 “Strange Manifestation” by Brian Abraham posted at My Haunted Life Too: https://tinyurl.com/wmlzd22 “Winged Chupacabras” by Nick Redfern for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/th8p7ox “The Flying Humanoids of Mexico” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/urxujoc “James and the Giant Leech” by James Mooney from the book “Myths of the Cherokee”: https://amzn.to/2JHpUFo ==========(Over time links 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 April 2025

In this dystopian tale set in the year 2076, crimes against society are punishable by community service — in show business. A time traveler moves forward in time and discovers a future where the business is anything but entertaining; and where stunts and special effects often lead to death. Hear the story from CBS Radio Mystery Theater! | #RetroRadio EP0387 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “There’s No Business Like” (January 19, 1976) ***WD 00:47:28.376 = Quiet Please, “I Always Marry Juliet” (April 05, 1948) ***WD 01:17:13.599 = Radio City Playhouse, “First And Last” (November 15, 1948) 01:47:58.959 = Boulevard of Make Believe, “Wally Talks to Police” (ADU) 02:02:29.616 = Richard Diamond, “William Carter Memory Loss” (November 26, 1949) 02:31:42.875 = Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, “Killed By Bashfulness” (1930) ***WD 02:34:57.968 = The Saint, “Reflection On Murder” (August 20, 1950) 03:05:21.009 = Sam Spade, “Quarter Eagle” (November 28, 1948) ***WD 03:30:45.949 = The Sealed Book, “My Beloved Must Die” (July 22, 1945) 04:01:12.489 = The Shadow, “House of Fun” (October 22, 1939) ***WD 04:27:13.189 = Sleep No More, “I Am Waiting” and “Browdean Farm” (January 23, 1957) 04:57:46.399 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0387

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

A man who believes in the spirit world writes a letter to his brother from beyond the grave — and in it, he predicts the exact date his brother will die! | #RetroRadio EP0386 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Elixir of Death” (January 14, 1976) ***WD 00:49:00.189 = The Mysterious Traveler, “Death Writes a Letter” (May 18, 1948) 01:18:57.409 = CBC Mystery Theater, “The Signal-Man” (1968) ***WD 01:49:06.629 = Night Beat, “Old Home Week” (September 04, 1950) 02:19:25.949 = CBC Nightfall, “Future Fear” (May 08, 1981) ***WD 02:49:49.259 = Mr. And Mrs. North, “Pam Stays Out of Trouble” (August 09, 1944) 03:20:31.959 = Obsession, “A Question of Personality” (October 09, 1950) ***WD 03:43:13.109 = Origin of Superstition, “Lose Baby’s First Pair” (1935) ***WD 03:58:51.439 = Philip Morris Playhouse, “Murder Needs An Artist” (May 06, 1950 ***WD 04:26:26.559 = Adventures of Ellery Queen, “Number Thirty-One” (September 07, 1947) ***WD 04:55:20.217 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0386

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

When a detective’s daughter vanished in 1930s Denver, it looked like a kidnapping — but what unfolded behind closed doors was a domestic nightmare involving poison, deception, and a stepmother with a deadly secret. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: They found the first body stuffed inside the church library’s closet. Then a second body turned up. It’s the creepy case of Theo Durrant – better known in San Francisco as the Demon of the Belfry. (Demon of the Belfry) *** In 1989 a man anonymously claimed he had worked at Area 51 where alien technology was being reverse-engineered for the Pentagon. It sounded like the crazed thoughts of a madman at the time. But now, thirty years later, it does not seem so absurd. (Bob Lazar, The Pentagon, And UFOs) *** One of our Weirdo family members tells the true story of a young child told not to be sad when her grandfather passes away… before anyone knew he had died. (The Old Woman In The Basement) *** Some very strange things have been taking place in Sedona Arizona – including ghosts, UFOs, and even people supposedly seeing living dinosaurs. (Strangeness at the Bradshaw Ranch) *** Is it possible that the reason Jack The Ripper was never caught, is because he was only visiting London at the time and then returned to his home in Missouri, USA? (Was Jack The Ripper From St. Louis?) *** 
It’s a story called “Murder Without Motive”. It’s a chapter from the upcoming audiobook I’m narrating called “Suffer The Children: American Horrors, Homicides, and Hauntings” by Troy Taylor. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:03:25.609 = Show Open 00:05:39.964 = Murder Without Motive 00:40:31.066 = Was Jack The Ripper From St. Louis? 00:54:08.389 = Strangeness At Bradshaw Ranch 01:06:54.694 = The Old Woman In The Basement 01:13:20.939 = Bob Lazar, The Pentagon, and UFOs 01:17:56.029 = Demon Of The Belfry 01:22:42.826 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Murder Without Motive” by Troy Taylor from the audiobook “Suffer The Children”: https://amzn.to/2YNrSdk “Was Jack The Ripper From St. Louis?” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2HG5QUh “Demon of the Belfry” by Orrin Grey: http://bit.ly/2JJbsiO “Bob Lazar, The Pentagon, And UFOs” by George Knapp and Matt Adams: http://bit.ly/30IC60u “Strangeness at the Bradshaw Ranch” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2JI4Dhz “The Old Woman In The Basement” by Ashley Delia, submitted directly to WeirdDarkness.com ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June, 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MurderWithoutMotive TAGS: true crime, paranormal, supernatural, Weird Darkness, Pearl O’Loughlin, Leona O’Loughlin, child murder, 1930s crime, murder without motive, Denver true crime, female killers, stepmother crimes, historical murder cases, true crime podcast, Bradshaw Ranch, Sedona Arizona, UFO sightings, alien encounters, Bigfoot, shadow people, interdimensional portals, haunted ranch, unexplained phenomena, Jack the Ripper, Francis Tumblety, St. Louis mystery, Victorian serial killers, London murders, Area 51, Bob Lazar, UFO reverse engineering, alien technology, Pentagon UFOs, government cover-ups, Demon of the Belfry, Theo Durant, San Francisco murder, belfry murders, church crime, unsolved mysteries, mysterious deaths, haunted history, American horror stories, macabre history, creepy stories, real ghost stories, psychic visions, true paranormal encounter, mysterious deaths, old newspaper crimes, cold case murder, haunted lake, vintage true crime, historical horror

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2025

More aircraft and people vanish here than in the Bermuda Triangle — but no one can explain why. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Werewolves being spotted in Wisconsin have been reported as far back as 1936. Then again in 1964 and 1972. But there had been nothing like the reports that came out of the area near Delavan, starting in 1989. (The Bray Road Beast) *** A teen finds two dead bodies, side by side, both wearing raincoats. But the disturbing thing is that both dead men were wearing lead masks. And that’s not the end of the strangeness. (The Case of the Lead Masks) *** A woman sees something so horrifying she turns the rest of her life over to Jesus Christ so she will remain protected. (My Skinless Demon) *** Over 2,000 flight disappearances over the past 60 years… that’s three missing planes every month. You might think I’d be referring to the Bermuda Triangle… but I’m not. There’s a lesser-known but significantly more dangerous triangle near Area 51 in Nevada. (2,000 People Go Missing In The Nevada Triangle) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:14.530 = Show Open 00:03:16.053 = Disappearances In The Nevada Triangle 00:19:55.949 = The Case of the Lead Masks 00:26:32.926 = My Skinless Demon 00:31:07.402 = The Beast of Bray Road 00:59:33.006 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Case of the Lead Masks” by Xavier Ortega: http://bit.ly/2HJuPET “My Skinless Demon” by GayLelu: http://bit.ly/2Jw4IF8 “People Go Missing In The Nevada Triangle” by George Knapp, Matt Adams (link no longer available), Joe Shoenmann (http://bit.ly/2LSm6Wf), and Brent Swancer (http://bit.ly/2WlTkle) “The Bray Road Beast” (http://bit.ly/2VQa5VT) and “Werewolves of Wisconsin” (http://bit.ly/2LXsCLJ) by Troy Taylor ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2020 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/NevadaTriangle

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2025

In one of the bloodiest true crime chapters of Chicago gang history, the infamous St. Valentine’s Day Massacre left seven men dead in a hail of machine-gun fire – yet no one was ever convicted. Decades later, buried evidence, shocking confessions, and overlooked witnesses reveal a chillingly clear picture of what really happened that February morning. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: After more than nine decades, the St. Valentine’s Day massacre in Chicago still intrigues lovers of unsolved true crime stories. But is it really an unsolved case? We’ll look at the true story of the “St. Valentine’s Day Massacre,” as told by the evidence and witnesses that we’ve always been told never existed. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Unsolved St. Valentine’s Day Massacre” by Steve Shukis from Chicago True Crime (link no longer available) ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June, 2020 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ValentinesDayMassacre

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2025

A glamorous Hollywood starlet, a gangster’s threat, and a mysterious death in a garage — was Thelma Todd’s end an accident, or a murder buried by old Hollywood? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: She was sexy, she was flirtatious… then she was dead. Who killed actress Thelma Todd, and why does her ghost still linger in Hollywood? (Death Of The Ice Cream Blonde) *** A woman has been haunted by a dark,cloaked and hooded entity for the past eighteen years. And it’s real – because her husband has seen it too. (Followed By A Hooded Entity) *** Gary Heidnik didn't just kidnap, torture, and murder women in the basement of his house of horrors — he got one of his victims to help. (Gary Heidnik: The Inspiration for Buffalo Bill) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:08.935 = Show Open 00:02:30.791 = Death Of The Ice Cream Blonde 00:31:10.669 = Followed By A Hooded Entity 00:35:56.453 = Gary Heidnik: The Inspiration For Buffalo Bill 00:46:44.872 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Death Of The Ice Cream Blonde” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2XkqRZA “Followed By A Hooded Entity” by Chaos 92 at YourGhostStories.com: http://bit.ly/2UIJcme “Gary Heidnik: The Inspiration for Buffalo Bill” by Mark Oliver for All That’s Interesting: http://bit.ly/2UIO2Qw ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ThelmaTodd

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2025

Watch the VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/zt1o1tRzxuE “The Malicious Mirror” Written by Gary Brand, Narrated by Darren Marlar #MicroTerrors Oliver’s reflection had always been a little off — but he didn’t expect it to steal his life for a day of pranks. 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 #scarystories #halloweenstories #halloweenkids #storiesforkids #kidsstories #scarystoriesforkids #microterrors https://weirddarkness.com/microterrors-maliciousmirror

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

In a dystopian future, a man is on a mission to destroy a rogue, self-aware vehicle. These autonomous cars have turned against humanity, and the man’s journey is both a personal vendetta and a battle against the rise of machine dominance. Hear the story “Devil Car” from MindWebs! | #RetroRadio EP0385 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “What The Shepherd Saw” (January 12, 1976) ***WD 00:47:59.929 = Beyond Midnight, “Arthur’s Return” (March 20, 1970) ***WD 01:15:01.599 = MindWebs, “Devil Car” (October 20, 1978) 01:44:19.163 = Ellery Queen Minute Mysteries, “Kidnap Caper” (1965) ***WD 01:46:43.947 = The Croupier, “The Roman” (September 21, 1949) ***WD 02:16:55.229 = Mystery In The Air, “Lodger” (August 14, 1947) 02:47:21.389 = Molle’ Mystery Theater, “Follow That Cab” (April 19, 1946) 03:17:31.339 = Mr. District Attorney, “Sinister Cinema” (May 05, 1948) 03:48:20.369 = Murder at Midnight, “Mark of Cain” (September 08, 1947) 04:15:44.179 = The Black Museum, “Walking Stick” (1952) ***WD 04:42:27.049 = Mysterious Traveler, “I Won’t Die Alone” (May 11, 1948) ***WD (LQ) 05:11:00.397 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0385

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

The Wild West wasn’t all shootouts and saloons – but when danger came, it carved legends in blood, bullets, and bone. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: The Wild West, where no matter how tough and rugged you might be, you can never defeat Old Man Death. And he was creative in how he dispensed his touch. (To Die In The Old West) *** Charles Howard Schmid Jr. charmed and befriended the teenagers of Tucson, Arizona in the 1960s — all while brutally murdering three young girls. (The Pied Piper of Tuscon) *** One of the lesser-known crytpids is something called the Hidebehind, a mysterious creature that stalked 19th-century lumberjacks, preying on those who let their guard down in the forest. (The Hidebehind) *** Brianna Maitland left her dishwashing job and was never seen alive again. Despite various theories and sightings, Brianna's disappearance continues to baffle investigators and haunt her family, who still hold out hope for answers and her safe return. (The Vanishing of Brianna Maitland) *** In 1906, explorer Robert Peary claimed to have discovered a mysterious island he named Crocker Land, but was it a genuine find, a calculated deception, or something even more bizarre? (The Myth of Crocker Island) *** Lyndia Morel's quiet drive home took a chilling turn when she encountered a mysterious craft and experienced a baffling episode of missing time. Was it a case of alien abduction? (The Lyndia Morel Incident) *** In May of 1963, a bizarre creature terrorized Centreville, Illinois, prompting over 50 calls to the police from alarmed residents. Descriptions ranged from a "half man, half woman" to a "half man, half horse." (The Centerville Monster) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:31.179 = Show Open 00:04:10.280 = To Die In The Old West 00:18:52.437 = The Hidebehind 00:21:49.129 = The Pied Piper of Tuscon 00:26:57.373 = The Lyndia Morel Incident 00:40:52.320 = The Vanishing of Brianna Maitland 00:48:47.321 = The Myth of Crocker Island 00:56:39.194 = The Centerville Monster 00:58:37.502 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… BOOK: “Giants, Monsters, and Dragons: An Encyclopedia of Folklore, Legend, and Myth” by Carol Rose:https://amzn.to/3VpnkKk “To Die In The Old West” source: Quinn Armstrong, Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p884ck2 “The Hidebehind” source: Astonishing Legends: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4nj3h5en “The Pied Piper of Tuscon” source: Bernadette Giocamazzo, All That’s Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4dzvmspf “The Lyndia Morel Incident” source: Marcus Lowth, UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4v8yewbr “The Vanishing of Brianna Maitland” by Troy Taylor (used with permission): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2d6fbz5h “The Myth of Crocker Island” source: Kaushik Patowary: Amusing Planet: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdz38sce “The Centerville Monster” by Troy Taylor (used with permission): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4h8wpeee ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 29, 2024 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ToDieInTheOldWest

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

When a charming stranger arrived in New Orleans, no one suspected he might be a 200-year-old aristocrat with a taste for blood. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Was a New Orleans neighborhood home to an immortal vampire in the early 1900s? (Vampire in New Orleans) *** A young girl disappeared in Yosemite National Park back in 1981. To this day no one knows where she is, and some say a paranormal cause is to blame. (A Supernatural Disappearance in Yosemite) *** After Lori Erica Ruff's death, her husband discovered he had been married to a complete stranger. Because Lori Erica Ruff never existed. (The Woman Without an Identity) *** Was there a plot to murder Marconi scientists in the 1980s? (The Marconi Murders) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:00:41.374 = Show Open 00:02:10.004 = The Immortal Vampire of New Orleans 00:19:01.268 = A Supernatural Disappearance In Yosemite 00:30:10.938 = The Woman Without An Identity 00:37:16.973 = The Marconi Murders 00:52:15.505 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Vampire In New Orleans” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2IrlOTU “A Supernatural Disappearance in Yosemite” by Beth Elias: http://bit.ly/2v94zOB “The Woman Without an Identity” by Stephanie Webber: http://bit.ly/2UBMIyO ‘The Marconi Murders” posted at The Unredacted: http://bit.ly/2VR1PRC ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 16, 2020 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ImmortalVampire

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

Gaslit streets, shadowy crimes, and killers who vanished without a trace — these haunting Victorian-era murders remain unsolved more than a century later. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: The fog-shrouded streets of Victorian England – where gaslit alleys concealed dark secrets and justice often remained elusive. From the gruesome "Shakespeare" murder that had London wondering if Jack the Ripper had crossed the Atlantic, to dismembered bodies scattered along the Thames, to high society poisonings that scandalized the nation, the Boxing Day slaughter of the Murphy siblings, the Christmas Eve killing of actress Harriet Buswell, the strange death of Charles Bravo that exposed a scandalous love triangle, and more. In an era of rudimentary forensics and primitive police work, these murderers vanished into history, leaving behind only questions and theories. These crimes from the 1800s remain unsolved today – just as they were over a century ago. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and East River Shadows” (Short Story Lead-In) 00:07:15.256 = Show Open 00:10:36.687 = THE GRUESOME MURDER OF SHAKESPEARE: Jack The Ripper In America?, Part 1 00:25:14.532 = THE GRUESOME MURDER OF SHAKESPEARE: Jack The Ripper In America?, Part 2 00:39:17.189 = THE GRUESOME MURDER OF SHAKESPEARE: Jack The Ripper In America?, Part 3 00:50:37.114 = THE THAMES TORSO MURDERS: Victorian London's Forgotten Serial Killer 01:13:31.020 = THE BALHAM MYSTERY: The Inexplicable Poisoning of Charles Bravo 01:35:48.075 = BLOOD ON BOXING DAY: The Gatton Murders 01:47:56.775 = THE STRANGE AFFAIR OF MADELEINE SMITH; Love, Poison, and Mystery 02:01:50.405 = BRADFORD BUTCHERY: The Tragic Case of John Gill 02:19:09.778 = THE GRIMWOOD MURDER: The Real-Life Crime Behind Oliver Twist's Darkest Scene 02:34:00.843 = CHRISTMAS MURDER OF A FORGOTTEN ACTRESS: The Case of Harriet Busman 02:49:39.560 = THE PIMLICO POISONINGS: Marriage, Minister, Murder, and Mystery 02:59:58.344 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… (Includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/UnsolvedVictorian  BOOK: “Portrait of a Killer: Jack the Ripper — Case Closed" (2002) by Patricia Cornwell: https://amzn.to/3Y51Bsl BOOK: "Chasing the Ripper" (2014) by Patricia Cornwell: https://amzn.to/3GaZuNs

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

After a long drive through a snowy mountain pass, Mark stumbles into a warm, welcoming diner – where the coffee is strong, the cook is stronger, and the only thing on the menu is terror. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: It’s #ThrillerThursday where I bring you tales of fictional horror and suspense! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:38.861 = Hospitality (Snowstorm Terror at Silver Line Diner), Part 1 00:13:22.273 = Hospitality, Part 2 00:27:48.216 = Hospitality, Part 3 00:45:39.317 = A Holy Terror, Part 1 00:54:44.978 = A Holy Terror, Part 2 01:15:30.858 = A Holy Terror, Part 3 01:22:01.474 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “A Holy Terror” by Ambrose Bierce (public domain): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/enb8h3bz “Hospitality” by Erik Peabody: https://www.creepypasta.com/hospitality-2/ ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: April 22, 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/SilverLineDiner

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

A young man encounters a mysterious figure who claims to be the nephew of Satan. This being offers to grant the villager’s every desire, leading to a series of events that reveal the dark consequences of getting everything one wishes for! Hear “The Mysterious Stranger” in CBS Radio Mystery Theater! | #RetroRadio EP0384 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version at https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Mysterious Stranger” (January 11, 1976) ***WD 00:48:00.279 = The Hermit’s Cave, “The Nameless Day” (1936) 01:14:25.879 = Mystery Is My Hobby, “Ex-Con Candidate” (1945-1951) ***WDLQ 01:39:58.589 = Sherlock Holmes, “A Scandal In Bohemia” (December 10, 1945) ***WD 02:09:46.399 = Inner Sanctum, “Shadow of Death” (October 02, 1945) 02:40:37.659 = Lights Out, “The Story of Mr. Maggs” (December 01, 1942) ***WDLQ 03:07:51.179 = The LineUp, “Bromell And Bellows Bloody Bullet Case” (April 24, 1951) 03:33:55.299 = Macabre, “Man In The Mirror” (November 27, 1961) ***WD 04:03:39.069 = Philip Marlowe, “Last Laugh” (April 02, 1949) ***WD 04:34:16.379 = The Black Mass, “Atrophy” (October 10, 1964) ***WD 05:00:50.024 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0384

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

A mysterious child is chained in a basement by its parents. As the story unfolds, subtle hints suggest that the child is not entirely human – its body secretes green fluid, and it moves in unsettling ways. Hear the story “Born of Man And Woman” on Future Tense! | #RetroRadio EP0383 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg” (January 09, 1976) ***WD 00:48:04.969 = Five After The Hour, “Light Wife” (October 17, 1945) ***WD 01:12:21.859 = 5 Minute Mysteries, “Book Case” (Late 1940s) 01:19:43.839 = Future Tense, “Born of Man And Woman” (May 16, 1974) ***WD 01:48:31.689 = Gang Busters, “Supersonic Safecrackers” (December 06, 1947) 02:15:07.119 = The Green Hornet, “The Lawyer Beats the Law” (August 08, 1939) 02:45:17.919 = The Hall of Fantasy, “The Judge’s House” (April 03, 1947) ***WD 03:12:59.309 = The Lives of Harry Lime, “Faith, Lime and Charity” (March 21, 1952) ***WD 03:39:15.899 = (BBC) Haunted, Tales of the Supernatural, “Listen To The Silence” (August 02, 1980) ***WD 04:08:24.529 = The Haunting Hour, “Second Chance” (August 03, 1945) 04:34:21.479 = Have Gun Will Travel, “Gun Shy” (May 03, 1959) 04:58:38.119 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0383

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

What if aliens didn’t come from the stars — but from us, shaped by our own beliefs, fears, and imagination into the ever-changing visitors haunting our skies? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Is it possible that UFOs and ETs exist simply because we believe they exist? Could it be that our own minds are creating real extraterrestrial entities and alien spacecraft? (Could UFOs Be Tulpas?) *** Nearly two decades after the disappearance of Lauria Bible and Ashley Freeman, a suspect was finally arrested. But did police have the right man? (The Disappearance of Lauria and Ashley) *** The town of Bath, North Carolina was a known port for pirates. It was even rumored that Blackbeard lived a second life in the town with a wife – or two. With villainy and corruption rampant, it shouldn’t be a surprise that the town might also be cursed. (The Bath Town Curse) *** One of our Weirdo family members tells the story about how he came into contact with a Sasquatch! (I Saw Bigfoot While Working Security) *** Your grandfather is the founder of one of the world’s largest brewing companies, and you’re fortunate enough to not only work for him, but to also be the heir to his brewing empire. Life was good, you were untouchable. Until one day, you weren’t. (Coors – Death of an Heir) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Episode Preview 00:02:00.806 = Show Open 00:03:58.895 = Could UFOs Be Tulpas? 00:13:17.599 = The Disappearance of Lauria and Ashley 00:21:00.879 = The Bath Town Curse 00:25:45.928 = I Saw Bigfoot While Working Security 00:28:05.670 = Coors: Death Of An Heir 00:33:19.285 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Could UFOs Be Tulpas?” by Nick Redfern: http://bit.ly/weirddarkness2uIT0NQ “The Disappearance of Lauria and Ashley” by Allison Wild: http://bit.ly/weirddarkness2Uq0MdN “The Bath Town Curse” posted at North Carolina Ghosts: http://bit.ly/weirddarkness2VeJM7F “I Saw Bigfoot While Working Security” by Weirdo family member Clayton Blackwell “Coors – Death of an Heir” by The Scare Chamber: http://bit.ly/weirddarkness2Kf4R0T ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 13, 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/UFOTulpas

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

She claimed she could predict your death to the exact day — and somehow, she was always correct. But how did she know? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Tillie Klimek had been convicted of only a single murder, but the authorities suspected that she had killed many more, including her three husbands. (Chicago’s Constant Widow) *** The batteries of numerous vehicles in a family’s driveway all go dead at the same time. Two at the same time might be a coincidence. Three would be suspicious. Four dead batteries – combined with the sighting of a shadow person and other bizarre experiences… that has got to be supernatural. (Dead Battery) *** The case had gone cold some say because of police corruption and a cover-up, but is heating up again now as a new sheriff discovers long-hidden evidence. We’ll look inside the Keddie Murders. (The Quadruple Homicide at Cabin 28) *** Extraterrestrials… and the government. It seems you can’t have one without the other. (The Politics of the UFO) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:00:24.205 = Show Open 00:02:11.497 = Chicago’s Constant Widow: Tillie Klimek 00:13:14.585 = Dead Battery 00:21:12.714 = Quadruple Homicide At Cabin 28 00:35:33.746 = The Politics Of The UFO 00:55:20.179 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Chicago’s Constant Widow, Tillie Klimek” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/weirddarkness2Gkzz4r “Dead Battery” by Sunset Sister: http://bit.ly/weirddarkness2v7GWFT “The Quadruple Homicide at Cabin 28” by Ted Kammerer: http://bit.ly/weirddarkness2UhZKg9 “The Politics of the UFO” by Brian Allan: http://bit.ly/weirddarkness2X72oqA ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 14, 2020 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkess.com/TillieKlimek

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

She read tarot for rock stars, cast spells that changed lives, and helped David Bowie confront something evil in his swimming pool — this is the true story of Walli Elmlark, the White Witch of New York. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: David Bowie was no stranger to the occult – he even went so far as to have his swimming pool, which he believed to be possessed, exorcised not by a priest – but by a woman named Walli Elmlark who claimed to be a witch. (David Bowie’s White Witch) *** The gruesome true story of two people whose love caused their insanity to grow darker with each passing day, eventually sending them on a crusade to kill anything they deemed evil or immoral – but resulting in the murders of innocent people. (The San Francisco Witch Killers) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Episode Preview 00:01:08.103 = Show Open 00:02:30.949 = The 1980s Witch Killers 00:11:26.266 = David Bowie’s White Witch (Part 1) 00:25:54.916 = David Bowie’s White Witch (Part 2) 00:33:31.139 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The San Francisco Witch Killers” by Alyse Wax from The13thFloor.tv: https://tinyurl.com/ycyurbey BOOK CHAPTER FROM PATREON: “Murderous Minds: Vol 4: 1980’s Witch Killers”:https://www.patreon.com/posts/chapter-04-of-4-25304574 – or buy the full book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3J68cel FULL BOOK: "David Bowie - UFOs - Witchcraft - Cocaine - and Paranoia”: https://amzn.to/45ZucBu “David Bowie’s White Witch” by Sean Casteel from the Conspiracy Journal: https://tinyurl.com/y2ht47pt ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/DavidBowie

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

Two families. Two homes. One haunted by anonymous letters that led to death… the other stalked by a stranger obsessed with “young blood.” Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Two stories of people living ordinary lives being terrorized by threatening, creepy letters in the mail. We’ll begin in 1976 in Circleville, Ohio. Then I’ll share a more modern story where a New Jersey family moves into a home and is terrorized for years by mail through 2017. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:51.202 = Show Open 00:03:06.693 = The Circleville Letters 00:14:30.627 = The Westfield Watcher 00:42:39.061 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Circleville Letters” by Les Hewitt for Historic Mysteries: https://tinyurl.com/y8hhhjnr “The Watcher of Westfield” by Les Hewitt for Historic Mysteries: https://tinyurl.com/yadngrqd ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/CirclevilleAndWestfield

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

While reading tarot cards, a woman falls into a trance and delivers a prophecy. Each element of her prediction comes true, but there’s a strange twist… Hear the tale in “Cards” from The Creaking Door! | #RetroRadio EP0382 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court” (January 08, 1976) ***WD 00:48:07.479 = Dimension X, “The Martian Death March” (January 14, 1951) ***WD 01:15:05.349 = The Creaking Door, “Cards” (1964-1965) ***WD 01:43:46.479 = Eleventh Hour, “Jeremy” (1960) ***WD 02:08:30.339 = Escape, “Jimmy Goggles” (March 07, 1948) 02:37:48.499 = Everyman’s Theater, “Cat Wife” (October 18, 1940) 03:08:38.809 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Sound Decision, aka The Martian Queen” (April 02, 1958) ***WD 03:25:39.329 = Faces In The Window, “Black Cat” (November 22, 1952) ***WD (LQ) 03:50:52.129 = Dark Fantasy, “House of Bread” (December 26, 1941) 04:15:42.009 = Diary of Fate, “Joe Mattuck” (March 16, 1948) ***WD 04:46:09.239 = BBC: Fear on 4, “Mind Well The Tree” (February 28, 1988) ***WD 05:15:35.897 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0382

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

What if the imaginary friend you had as a child wasn’t imaginary at all — but something lingering, watching… and very real? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Most people had imaginary friends when they were younger. These "friends" were usually nice, funny, and even comforting. They took the form of animals, other humans, and sometimes larger-than-life characters that defy classification. And sometimes they were extremely creepy and downright scary, especially when examined in hindsight. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… Imaginary Friends 01: http://ow.ly/olpf30nQLkP Imaginary Friends 02: http://ow.ly/obdb30nQLl8 ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ImaginaryFriends

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

A couple are transported to the stone ages and are menaced by a Neanderthal. #RetroRadio EP0381 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Russian Passport” (January 07, 1976) ***WD 00:47:47.829 = X Minus One, “The Roads Must Roll” (January 04, 1956) 01:16:31.029 = Strange Adventure, “The Phantom Signal” (1945) ***WD 01:20:57.489 = Appointment With Fear, “And The Deep Shuddered” (November 20, 1945) ***WD 01:48:11.359 = BBC Ghost Story, “School Story” (November 28, 1980) 02:03:51.169 = Beyond The Green Door, “Mrs Curlew Poisoner Marries” (1966) ***WD 02:08:31.729 = Box 13, “One One Three Point Five” (March 20, 1949) 02:35:45.459 = Incredible But True, “The Man Who Said Mass” 02:40:24.319 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From The Morgue, “Peace To The Frifalites” (1989) 03:08:50.339 = The Clock, “Uncle Amos” (May 18, 1947) ***WD 03:33:58.639 = Confession, “James V Madsen” (August 23, 1953) ***WD 04:03:14.169 = Sounds of Darkness, “Ticktock Death” (January 20, 1970) 04:30:19.249 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Neanderthal” (September 24, 1971) ***WD 04:59:03.780 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0381

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

From popes and painters to witches and bluesmen, these are the damned souls who bartered with the Devil — and paid in madness, torment, and blood. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Five stories of real people who supposedly made deals with the Devil himself. *** In the summer of 1988, a terrifying creature began haunting the woods and little towns of Lee County, South Carolina – it quickly became known as Lizard Man. *** Governor Daniel G. Fowle ordered the construction of an oversized bed - but a later inhabitant of the governor’s mansion found the bed that gave Fowle such comfort to be the source of a strange series of encounters. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:06.770 = Show Open 00:02:29.568 = They Made Deals With The Devil: Pope Sylvester II 00:07:31.713 = They Made Deals With The Devil: Dr. John Fian 00:14:19.832 = They Made Deals With The Devil: Bernard Fokke 00:18:04.907 = They Made Deals With The Devil: Christoph Haizmann 00:22:16.770 = They Made Deals With The Devil: Tommy Johnson 00:28:08.745 = Lizard Man, 30 Years Later 00:36:46.451 = The Ghost In The Governor’s Mansion 00:41:09.417 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… BOOK: “Lizard Man: The True Story of the Bishopville Monster” by Lyle Blackburn: https://amzn.to/2Exqoga BOOK: “North Carolina Legends” by Richard Walser: https://amzn.to/2H2MlFw “They Made Deals With The Devil” by Erik: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/38fkm5us “Lizard Man, 30 Years Later” by Nick Redfern: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/x4yy4m5w “The Ghost in The Governor’s Mansion”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/57hwb5tp ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 07, 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/SoulsForSale

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

#WeirdDarknessRadio WEEK OF APRIL 13, 2025 HOUR ONE: What caused complete darkness to engulf the New England town of Newburyport in 1871 – and what were the strange lights seen by dozens of students and their teacher? *** Engineers working to link Scotland and England with cables on the floor of the ocean have stumbled across an amazing find from Word War 1… a submarine that was sunk due to a sea monster! (The Submarine Sunk by a Sea Monster) *** “The Mira Theater Haunting” by Bili White ========== HOUR TWO: “MJ12: JFK and UFOs” *** No one likes uninvited guests – and it appears, neither do those in the afterlife. (Dead Village) *** Ask Pedro Rodrigues Filho and he’ll tell you he’s a nice guy. After all, he may be a serial killer – but he only kills bad guys. (The Real-Life Dexter) *** What caused the sky to go dark in the middle of the day back in 1780? (New England’s Dark Day) ========== SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: Paul Bernardo, with the help of his wife Karla Homolka, stalked a Canadian suburb with a number of terrible rapes that were only the beginning of their life of cruelty. They would come to be known as the Ken and Barbie Killers. (The True Horror of the Ken and Barbie Killers) *** When you think of a con artist, you think of slick players like Johnny Hooker and Henry Gondorf from “The Sting”, masters of disguise and ID like Frank Abagnale from “Catch Me If You Can”, or even the mysterious Keyser Söze from “The Usual Suspects”. But I’m guessing what you never picture in your head is a Victorian woman named Madame Rachel. She never got her own movie, but she was the real deal. (The Con Woman Madame Rachel) *** A forest in beautiful West Sussex, UK is only beautiful from the outside – for within, witnesses have seen mysterious things… including UFOs, mysterious deaths, and unexplained vanishings. (Danger Lurking In The Woods) ========== SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW: “The Mira Theater Haunting” by Bili White from Paranormality Magazine “The Shadow Over Newburyport” posted at Esoterx.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y62cmsun “The Submarine Sunk by a Sea Monster” from Earth-Chronicles.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ve7bwnvh “The True Horror of the Ken and Barbie Killers” by Frankie Stein for FilmDaily.co: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5ddyr25y “The Con Woman Madame Rachel” by Geri Walton: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/f5jnwjwz “New England’s Dark Day” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2OEuVTl “Dead Village” by Dreyk: http://bit.ly/33lz1Eg “The Real Life Dexter” by Kara Goldfarb: http://bit.ly/2IUuQaP “Danger Lurking In The Woods” by Ellen Lloyd: (link no longer available) “JFK And UFOs” from Paranormality Magazine ========== (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: 14 April 2025

What if the reason we’ve never heard from alien civilizations is because we’re the ones destined to wipe them all out — without even realizing it? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Why don’t we ever see aliens? A physicist has come up with a very disturbing answer to that question. (A Grim Reason We Never See Aliens) *** Murder Incorporated carried out assassinations – but then one of their controlling members had his own number come up. (Clipped In A Barber’s Chair) *** The United States government confiscated Nikola Tesla’s notes when he died. Could he have been working on something we’ve yet to be told about? (Tesla’s Secret Space Program) *** A woman calls a service to fix her furnace – but ends up with a cold, ghostly chill. (The Vanishing Gas Man) *** On November 1, 1918, the deadly Malbone Street Disaster took place in Brooklyn. It remains today as the worst wreck in the history of New York City’s subway system. (The Malbone Street Disaster) *** Were Diana, Princess of Wales and Dodi Fayed murdered in a staged car accident? (Princess Diana: Murder in Paris) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:14.557 = Show Open 00:02:56.176 = Why Don’t We See Aliens? 00:09:56.632 = Clipped In A Barber’s Chair 00:19:23.147 = The Vanishing Gas Man 00:23:11.556 = Tesla’s Secret Space Program 00:40:03.549 = Princess Diana: Murder In Paris 00:55:09.798 = The Malbone Street Disaster 01:15:46.419 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “UFOs and the National Security State, Vol 1” by Richard Dolan: https://amzn.to/2GnbwTJ “UFOs and the National Security State, Vol 2” by Richard Dolan: https://amzn.to/2E6nkay “Nikola Tesla Journey To Mars Update: Exposing the Existence of the Secret Space Program” by Sean Casteel: https://amzn.to/2N4z0xi “The Vanishing Gas Man” by Sophie Thunder: http://ow.ly/cdZd30nGcNf 
“A Grim Reason We Never See Aliens” posted at Alien-UFO-Sightings: http://ow.ly/eHw130nGcR6 “Clipped in a Barber’s Chair” by Troy Taylor: http://ow.ly/dvG830nGcuZ “Tesla’s Secret Space Program” by Sean Casteel: http://ow.ly/R27u30nGcyY “Princess Diana: Murder In Paris”: https://tinyurl.com/yb832ebc “The Malbone Street Disaster” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/ycjpxeqt ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/FermiParadox

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

A century after 11-year-old Janette Lawrence was brutally murdered walking home from a babysitting job, her ghost is still seen wandering the streets of Madison — seeking justice that never came. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: I narrate a chapter from the audiobook, “Suffer the Children: American Horrors, Homicides and Hauntings” by Troy Taylor. The chapter is entitled “1921: Murder at Kluxen’s Woods” - a murder that has yet to be officially solved, although many hundreds of people in the area feel they know exactly who got away with murder. A murder that resulted in a haunting! SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Murder at Kluxen’s Woods” is from the audiobook, “Suffer the Children: American Horrors, Homicides and Hauntings” by Troy Taylor: https://amzn.to/45NQExh ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/KluxenWoods

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

#RetroRadio EP0380: A journalist seeks to make a name for himself by spending the night in the ominous “Murderers’ Row” exhibit of a wax museum. As the night progresses, the eerie silence and lifelike figures begin to play tricks on his mind. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Tom Sawyer Detective” (January 05, 1976) ***WD 00:47:45.489 = Sleep No More, “Waxwork” and “Man And The Snake” (January 09, 1957) ***WD 01:17:58.589 = BBC Spine Chillers, “Gorgon” (1982-1984) 01:43:15.349 = Strange, “Deadman’s Reef” (1955) ***WD 01:57:22.489 = Suspense, “ABC Murders” (May 18, 1943) 02:26:17.609 = Tales of the Frightened, “Deadly Dress” (1957) 02:31:05.015 = Theater Five, “Kiss Off” (September 21, 1964) ***WD 02:50:39.989 = The Unexpected, “Nightmare” (October 31, 1948) 03:03:42.219 = Unit 99, “Stolen Car and Burglary” (January 24, 1958) 03:30:02.529 = Unsolved Mysteries, “Toll Bridge” (1936) ***WD 03:45:31.649 = The Weird Circle, “Curse of Mantle” (April 02, 1944) 04:14:08.259 = The Whistler, “Shadow of Mind” (June 05, 1943) 04:45:22.389 = The Witch’s Tale, “Rats In a Trap” (May 16, 1932) 05:08:44.534 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0380

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2025

In the shadowy swamps of Florida, something covered in moss, glowing red eyes, and ancient vengeance is said to stalk the living — they call it the Moss Man. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: The eerie swamps of Florida hide many secrets, but none as chilling as the legend of the Moss Man. (The Florida Moss Man) *** From reports of undead creatures terrorizing Eastern Europe in the 1700s, to scientific explanations behind the myths, we’ll take a brief look at vampires and how they straddle the boundary between fiction and fact. (The Creation of Vampires And How To Hunt Them) *** Parking tickets, floppy disks and escaped victims helped catch a few of the most infamous serial killers of all time. (How Five Infamous Serial Killers Were Finally Caught) *** Can a hair salon be haunted? You might want to check before your next appointment, assuming you don’t want a hair-raising experience! (Haunted Hair Salons) *** In 1849 Cincinnati, a gruesome murder in a boardinghouse shocked the community, revealing a tragic tale of love, abuse, and desperation, eventually exposing a case of domestic abuse that left the courtroom and the city forever changed. (Give Me Back My Children) *** A 911 caller frantically said, "I swear to God this is not a joke," describing towering, alien-like figures with big eyes that had invaded their backyard. (100% Not Human - The 2023 Las Vegas UFO Sighting) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:35.405 = Show Open 00:03:38.924 = The Florida Moss Man 00:11:49.895 = 100% Not Human 00:18:31.146 = How Five Infamous Serial Killers Were Finally Caught 00:31:04.335 = Haunted Hair Salons 00:39:26.758 = Give Me Back My Children 00:48:31.162 = The Creation of Vampires And How To Hunt Them 00:56:55.003 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “100% Not Human - The 2023 Las Vegas UFO Sighting” by Orrin Grey at TheLineUp:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p95b3ey (used with permission) “The Florida Moss Man” source: Brett Swancer at Mysterious Universe: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/28vdwj52“Haunted Hair Salons” source: Kieran Torbuck at LisVerse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/c5edrtvp“Give Me Back My Children” source: Robert Wilhelm at Murder By Gaslight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4z9af97t “The Creation of Vampires And How To Hunt Them” source: NatGeo: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4sspy7rh “How Five Infamous Serial Killers Were Finally Caught” by Abbey White at TheLineUp.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/497wfmkw (used with permission) ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 24, 2024 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MossMan

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2025

Don’t worry if you don’t have to believe in curses… Robert the Doll believes enough for the both of you. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: From creepy voices to mysterious movements to strange laughter and eerie deaths, the legend of Robert the Doll outshines many cursed object stories and has been haunting people for over a hundred years, and shows no sign of slowing down. (The True Story Behind Robert The Doll) *** In Brazil, two corpses were found on a hill, dressed in matching suits with homemade lead masks draped over their eyes. (The Lead Masks Case) *** If you were to be asked who the most horrible, terrifying figure in the Bible was, you would likely say Lucifer – that is, Satan himself. But there is a figure even more terrifying – and it is God’s right-hand man in the book of Revelation. (God’s Right Hand Man) *** Horror – the stories and images seem to change with each passing year, but there was a violent shift in horror shortly after the violent reality of the “War to End All Wars”. (How Horror Changed After World War 1) *** Two sisters rebel against their depressing family life by diving into witchcraft – and soon learn it was not a wise decision. (Leftover Magic) *** In 1827, young Maria Marten slipped into a red barn to meet her secret lover. It was the last time she would be seen alive. (Murder in the Red Barn) *** Madeleine Smith had a rich fiancé, a secret lover, and one heck of a secret hot chocolate recipe. A lethal secret recipe. (The Hot Cocoa Killer) *** Was the 1971 Lloyds Bank safety deposit robbery a covert operation to retrieve compromising photos of Royalty? (The Baker Street Robbery) *** From mouths nailed shut to being buried headfirst in the ground, throughout history the fear of witches has led to extraordinary measures to keep the dead from rising from the grave. (How To Bury a Witch) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:26.878 = Show Open 00:04:06.804 = The True Story Behind Robert The Doll 00:12:49.695 = The Lead Masks Case 00:17:49.768 = God’s Terrifying Right-Hand Man 00:29:25.952 = How Horror Changed After WW1 00:44:57.564 = How To Bury A Witch 00:51:04.416 = The Hot Cocoa Killer 00:56:04.077 = Murder In The Red Barn 01:05:28.702 = Leftover Magic 01:11:06.093 = The Baker Street Robbery 01:31:57.360 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought 01:33:06.815 = Bloopers SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… 
”The True Story Behind Robert The Doll” by Melissa Brink: https://tinyurl.com/rnlbjxp “The Lead Masks Case” by Orrin Grey: http://ow.ly/Re9h30nA2ZX “God’s Terrifying Right-Hand Man” by Matthew Lavelle: https://tinyurl.com/u88mpbe “How Horror Changed After WW1” by W. Scott Poole, from the book “Wasteland: The Great War And The Origins of Horror”: https://amzn.to/2t4ZmpT “The Baker Street Robbery”: https://tinyurl.com/wltn62d “How To Bury a Witch”: https://tinyurl.com/ttqfd2c “Leftover Magic” by Weirdo family member Ilsa Beauchamp “Murder In The Red Barn” by Stephanie Almazan: http://ow.ly/CV4K30nAJDp “The Hot Cocoa Killer” by Jennifer Jackson: http://ow.ly/8bHt30nAJSg ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/RobertTheDoll

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2025

#RetroRadio EP0379: An actor who stars in a supernatural radio show is accustomed to eerie tales, but only within the confines of a script. Things take a chilling turn when he begins experiencing vivid nightmares about his own death. These aren’t just dreams — they start bleeding into his waking life. Hear “A Night To Forget” from Quiet Please! Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Insight Into Murder” (January 02, 1976) ***WD 00:49:06.689 = Adventures of Ellery Queen, “Green Gorillas” (February 12, 1947) ***WD 01:16:33.789 = Quiet Please, “A Night To Forget” (March 22, 1948) ***WD01:46:29.939 = Radio City Playhouse, Promise” (November 09, 1948) ***WD 02:17:06.459 = Boulevard of Make Believe, “Nelson Gives Advice” (ADU) ***WD 02:34:00.579 = Richard Diamond, “Leon Jacoby Case” (November 19, 1949) ***WD 03:03:11.568 = Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, “Considerate Uncle” (1930) ***WD 03:04:58.329 = The Saint, “Dossier On a Damsel” (August 13, 1950) 03:35:34.409 = Sam Spade, “The SQP Caper” (November 07, 1948) ***WD 03:59:31.679 = The Sealed Book, “Man With The Stolen Face” (July 15, 1945) 04:29:35.699 = The Shadow, “The Night Marauders” (October 01, 1939) ***WD 04:52:21.527 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0379

Transcribed - Published: 12 April 2025

A simple after-school detention turns into a nightmarish battle for survival when a shapeshifting alien impersonates a beloved teacher – and it’s hungry. (This episode was originally aired in January 2023 as “Starved For Detention) #scarystories #halloweenstories #halloweenkids #storiesforkids #kidsstories #scarystoriesforkids #microterrors Visit our website: https://MicroTerrors.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/microterrors Other stories, novels, and more from author Scott Donnelly: https://amzn.to/3LymHaUOther narrations, podcasts, and audiobooks from voice artist Darren Marlar: https://WeirdDarkness.com = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Weird Darkness®, 2025. Weird Darkness©, 2025 “Micro Terrors: Scary Stories for Kids”™ 2025

Transcribed - Published: 12 April 2025

In the heart of Louisiana’s swamps, ancient curses, ghostly hitchhikers, and bloodthirsty cryptids rise from the mist – proving the bayou’s darkest legends might be terrifyingly true. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Welcome to a DARKIVE episode from May, 2022! *** We look into the creepy swamps of Louisiana, where gators and snakes are the least of your worries as compared to the paranormal. (Swamp Legends of Louisiana) *** From building fake cities, to creating ghost army bases, to playing stupid in front of the enemy, we’ll look at some of the most cleverly deceptive tactics that have been used in war throughout history. (Brilliant Wartime Deceptions) *** Chung Ling Soo was one of the greatest magicians of his time – so much so the he was able to not only conceal items up his sleeves, but conceal his true identity. (The Magician Who Lived a Double Life) *** In 1974 five little girls disappeared in a span of just three months – two were later found deceased, but the remaining three have never been found. And the kidnapper and murderer has never been brought to justice… nor do we have any idea who it was. (The Jacksonville Kidnappings) *** Photographs of strange orblike objects are more common than any other photos purported to be ghosts, aliens, or cryptids. But what exactly are these orbs? A trick of the light… or could they be alive? (Could Ghost Orbs Be Living Energy Beings?) *** In the mountains of Jackson County in North Carolina lies a large mysterious rock covered in petroglyphs that have yet to be deciphered. For the Cherokee Indians, the rock and surrounding area is a sacred site where ceremonies used to take place. Indeed, Judaculla Rock is surrounded by rumors and legends, including strange sounds and UFO sightings during the night. (The Indecipherable Judaculla Rock) *** In 1971 children from all over the United States were being rushed into hospital emergency rooms with a very strange symptom… what was causing otherwise healthy children to create pink poop? (The Pink Poop Pandemic) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:43.150 = Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:04:26.558 = Swamp Legends of Louisiana 00:18:40.719 = Brilliant Wartime Deceptions 00:28:10.623 = The Magician Who Lived a Double Life 00:34:57.913 = The Jacksonville Kidnappings 00:46:31.146 = Could Ghostly Orbs Be Living Energy Beings? 00:52:21.568 = The Indecipherable Jadaculla Rock 00:59:23.097 = The Pink Poop Pandemic 01:05:58.331 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Magician Who Lived a Double Life” by Kaushik Patowary for Amusing Planet:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckvppfw “The Indecipherable Judaculla Rock” by John Black for Ancient Origins Unleashed: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4jxjra7u “Swamp Legends of Louisiana” by Erin McCann for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/46uj6fyk “The Pink Poop Pandemic” by Roisin Everard for Historic Mysteries: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5ak8kzv7 “The Jacksonville Kidnappings” by Robert A. Waters for Kidnapping, Murder and Mayhem: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdfhcbwu “Brilliant Wartime Deceptions” by Jetta for ListVerse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4f9xwp3z “Could Ghost Orbs Be Living Energy Beings?” by A. Sutherland for Message To Eagle:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5n6awrpm ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/LouisianaSwamps

Transcribed - Published: 12 April 2025

#RetroRadio EP0378 | Written by Arthur Samuels, “The Repossession” delves into psychological horror. It follows Robert, a man haunted by nightmares of his conjoined twin brother, Douglas, who died thirty years prior. As Robert’s life begins to unravel, he suspects that Douglas’s spirit is orchestrating the chaos. The narrative builds tension as Robert confronts the possibility that his brother’s influence persists beyond death. Hear “The Repossession” from CBC’s Nightfall!  Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Sagamore Cottage” (December 31, 1975) ***WD 00:49:23.219 = The Black Museum, “Two Bullets” (1952) ***WD 01:15:11.729 = Mysterious Traveler, “They Who Sleep” (May 04, 1948) ***WD 01:43:30.709 = CBC Mystery Theater, “The Strange History of David Swann” ***WD 02:14:03.779 = Night Beat, “Doctor’s Secret” (August 21, 1950) ***WD 02:43:39.929 = CBC Nightfall, “The Repossession” (April 10, 1981) 03:08:08.849 = Mr. And Mrs. North, “Pam Pops a Question” (August 02, 1944) ***WD 03:37:26.939 = Origin of Superstition, “Sing Before Breakfast” (1935) ***WD 03:52:35.469 = Mystery Playhouse, “Turnabout” (May 20, 1946) ***WD 04:15:44.269 = Philip Morris Playhouse, “Four Hours to Kill” (May 13, 1949) ***WD 04:46:00.939 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0378

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Before she became a blood-soaked legend of sleepovers and slumber party dares, Bloody Mary was a mirror-bound matchmaker — until something far more sinister took her place. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: They say if you chant her name three times, a bloodied face will appear… I speak, of course, of Bloody Mary. We’ll look first at the legend, and then at some first-hand experiences that may have you believing the legend is real. (The Legend of Bloody Mary) *** Was the Titanic swapped with its sister ship the Olympic as part of an insurance scam? (The Ship That Never Sank) *** A U.S. veteran is so desperate for financial relief he turns to a witch’s very dark solution. (A Veteran’s Deal With a Demon) *** Mobsters gun down one of their own in order to save an enemy. Why? (Kill The Dutchman) *** A tragic figure in Mexican folklore, she wears white and wanders the waterside in profound grief. Her name is La Llorona. (La Llorona: The Weeping Woman) *** Plus, I’ll share an amazing creepypasta story called “Redemption”. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:20.629 = Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:03:06.516 = The Legend of Bloody Mary 00::16:11.254 = The Ship That Never Sank 00:29:48.293 = A Veteran’s Deal With a Demon 00:33:08.451 = Kill The Dutchman 00:40:48.393 = La Lloronoa, The Weeping Woman 00:48:53.484 = Restoration, Part 1 01:03:04.100 = Restoration, Part 2A 01:26:29.847 = Restoration, Part 2B – Part 3 01:52:05.716 = Restoration, Part 4 02:22:15.866 = Restoration, Part 5 02:55:07.448 = Restoration, Epilogue 03:01:30.104 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Legend of Bloody Mary” by Stephanie Almazan: http://ow.ly/lxY330nwkIi “First Hand Bloody Mary Stories” by Audrey Webster: http://ow.ly/9yrR30nwkLM “The Ship That Never Sank”: https://tinyurl.com/y8eh3mey “A Veteran’s Deal With a Demon” by Weirdo family member, Christoper Patrick “Kill The Dutchman” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/qmajnh9 “La Llorona: The Weeping Woman” by Gina Dimuro: https://tinyurl.com/y7lcjrkn “Restoration” by Jordan Eilbert: https://tinyurl.com/yx3xb5bv ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/BloodyMary

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

#RetroRadio EP0377 | A man becomes increasingly frustrated with his wife’s unpleasant behavior. In a fit of anger, he calls her a “cat,” and mysteriously, she begins to transform into a feline, leading to a series of eerie and unsettling events. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Memory Killers” (December 29, 1965) ***WD 00:48:12.769 = The Clock, “Only Death Is Timeless” (May 11, 1947) 01:13:44.379 = Confession, “George S. Decker Case” (August 16, 1953) ***WD 01:43:56.709 = Sounds of Darkness, “Call Crazy” (January 13, 1970) 02:11:21.289 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Alley Cat” (September 17, 1971) ***WD 02:41:12.669 = Dimension X, “Mars Is Heaven” (January 07, 1951) ***WD 03:07:18.979 = The Creaking Door, “A Day of Truce” (October 12, 1964) ***WD 03:38:27.129 = The Eleventh Hour, “Invitation To Death” (January 28, 1960) ***WD 04:04:40.419 = Escape, “The Grove of Ashtaroff” (February 29, 1948) ***WD 04:34:42.139 = Murder By Experts, “The Big Money” (July 25, 1949) 05:04:06.367 = 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 = = = = = "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/WDRR0377

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

What began as a weekend of s’mores and flirting quickly turned into a blood-soaked encounter with werewolves and backwoods killers. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: It’s #ThrillerThursday, when I bring you stories of fiction rather than fact! On Thriller Thursdays you’ll hear classic fiction horror stories from some of the masters, newer tales from authors and listeners, and creepypastas. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:49.965 = Werewolves Are A**holes 00:36:06.246 = Scorched 01:07:36.455 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Werewolves Are A**holes” by Reddtior u/JoshuaWaggoner90: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y6bn65be “Scorched” by Scott Donnelly (https://www.facebook.com/scottdonnellyauthor/), from the book “The Elements of Horror: Fire-Book Three” (https://amzn.to/3lNCmGs) ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: August 15, 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/WerewolvesAreJerks

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025