Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved Darren Marlar

IN THIS EPISODE: Listen for BLOOPERS at the end! *** A woman in Scotland has never heard silence. Not because of the noise around her – but because of the noise in her! (Never a Moment of Silence) *** We’ve all had a song stuck in our heads – but one woman has had the same song playing on a loop in her brain for the past four years, non-stop. (The Ear Worm) *** From too much noise – to none at all. We’ll meet Ezekiel Eads, a man who had no ears and learned to hear the outside world through his mouth! (The Man With No Ears) *** Syphilis is a nasty disease, especially when it eats your nose. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have a social life, as many noseless have learned from personal experience. (The No Noses Club) *** Is it possible that it’s better to have no nose at all than to have an extremely long one? We’ll look at a real-life Pinocchio named Thomas Wedders with a giant proboscis! (A Short Story About a Long Nose) *** Imagine living through life with two and a half faces. No, not like a politician – that’s simply two-faced. I mean living with two noses and three eyes. You’re either an extraterrestrial, or you are William Durks. (Two-And-A-Half Faces) *** What exactly is so alluring about those who cherish virginity? Is it about virtue or is it about something else? (Virginity Tests and Cures)

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “American Sideshow: An Encyclopedia of History's Most Wondrous and Curiously Strange Performers” by Marc Harzman: https://amzn.to/3QGMCC5
BOOK: “The Butchering Art: Joseph Lister's Quest to Transform the Grisly World of Victorian Medicine” by Lindsey Fitzharris: https://amzn.to/441Devz
“Never a Moment of Silence” by Marco Margaritoff for All That’s Interesting: https://tinyurl.com/y4khaqea
“The Ear Worm” by Facts Verse: http://www.factsverse.com
“The Man With No Ears” by Marc Hartzman for Weird Historian: https://tinyurl.com/ssoc693
“The No Noses Club” by Marc Hartzman for Weird Historian: https://tinyurl.com/u24bd5d
“A Short Story About a Long Nose” by Marc Hartzman for Weird Historian: https://tinyurl.com/wkqnc3q
“Two and a Half Faces” by Marc Hartzman for Weird Historian: https://tinyurl.com/sflhcqn,https://tinyurl.com/umb3fo5
“Virginity Tests and Cures” by B.B. Wagner for Ancient Origins: https://tinyurl.com/y6rwcy6h
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library
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"I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46
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Originally aired: August, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: We’ll look at a brief history of the classic Lon Chaney film, “The Phantom of the Opera” - and how the film itself has a haunting attached to it! (The Real Horror Behind The Phantom Of The Opera) *** Weirdo family member, Katie Jo, tells us that as a child she saw something similar to glitter – but in a very supernatural form! (Sparkles) *** An old man opens up to something that happened to him over six decades ago that he has never told anyone before – something that he says ruined his life. (Something Happened 63 Years Ago) *** A woman in bed is startled awake in the middle of the night when she feels someone pull her arm out from under her head – but she’s the only one in her apartment. (Someone Or Something Moved My Hand) *** Mirrors, mirrors, mirrors everywhere. The more mirrors Lucida had the more she could admire herself.  She even is said to have made a deal with the devil in order to maintain her youthful beauty. (The Creepy Story of Lucida Mansi) *** Village life in Lemont, Illinois was as peaceful as it could be, and the Willmans farm was one of the collection of typical sleepy homesteads in the region. Until the day the demon came. (The Demon of Lemont) *** Chillingly, statistics suggest that a child is more likely to be killed by a parent than by a stranger and in most cases, the killer takes his own life after the act. We’ll look into the disturbing psychology of family annihilators. (The Psychology of Familicide)

YOUTUBE CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS…
00:00:00.000 = Title Story Preview
00:03:45.100 = Show Open
00:06:55.615 = The Phantom Of The Opera is Here
00:15:36.351 = Sparkles
00:17:35.871 = Someone Or Something Moved My Hand
00:20:28.876 = Something Happened 63 Years Ago
00:40:25.980 = The Demon of Lemont
00:51:57.811 = The Creepy Story of Lucida Mansi
00:57:01.118 = The Psychology of Familicide, Part 1
01:15:12.371 = The Psychology of Familicide, Part 2
01:25:54.401 = The Psychology of Familicide, Part 3
01:38:18.836 = Show Close
01:40:55.887 = BLOOPERS

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “Ghosts – True Encounters With The World Beyond” by Hans Holzer: https://amzn.to/3qtM47H
“Something Happened 63 Years Ago” submitted anonymously to Thought Catalog: http://bit.ly/2DdEeDb
“The Phantom Of The Opera Is Here” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2KG71nJ
“Sparkles” by Weirdo family member, Katie Jo
“Someone Or Something Moved My Hand” by Mirandra for Your Ghost Stories: http://bit.ly/37muJPH
“The Creepy Story of Lucida Mansi” by Ellen Lloyd for Ancient Pages: http://bit.ly/2DgFrcK
“The Demon of Lemont” by Ursula Bielski for Chicago Hauntings: http://bit.ly/2rnR9zG
“The Psychology of Familicide” by Fiona Guy for Crime Traveller: http://bit.ly/2rmEOM2
“The List Family Massacre” from All That’s Interesting: http://bit.ly/34itO0I
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
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IN THIS EPISODE: Everyone knows about Dracula. Most everyone has seen at least one film starring the undead blood-sucker, or has read the novel by Bram Stoker. But only the real fans of Dracula know about the real people and true stories that inspired Bram Stoker to create the character. Tonight you’ll hear the entire audio drama of the Bram Stoker novel, “Dracula” plus I’ll be sharing lots of legends, lore, and history about vampires! Over 8-hours of blood-sucking fun!

YOUTUBE CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS…
00:00:00.000 = Episode Preview and Show Open
00:04:23.662 = Dracula 01, “The Guest”
00:28:40.602 = Dracula 02, “The Castle”
00:57:53.799 = Weird Darkness Segment
01:02:18.240 = Dracula 03, “The Lizard”
01:25:12.215 = Dracula 04, “Escape”
01:53:49.764 = Weird Darkness Segment
02:02:51.085 = Dracula 05, “Whitby By Sea”
02:27:37.917 = Dracula 06, “Van Helsing”
02:52:45.242 = Weird Darkness Segment
03:03:51.571 = Dracula 07, “Dracula’s Victory”
03:31:20.212 = Dracula 08, “The Good And The Evil”
03:57:33.869 = Weird Darkness Segment
04:04:19.930 = Dracula 09, “Undead”
04:31:00.283 = Weird Darkness Segment
04:34:17.671 = Dracula 10, “The Tomb”
05:02:48.111 = Dracula 11, “Van Helsing’s Plan”
05:30:26.121 = Weird Darkness Segment
05:42:12.009 = Dracula 12, “The Vampire’s Lair”
06:10:28.974 = Weird Darkness Segment
06:23:31.814 = Dracula 13, “Blood Of My Blood”
06:52:04.513 = Weird Darkness Segment
06:58:25.224 = Dracula 14, “Into Battle”
07:24:45.327 = Dracula 15, “The Chase”
07:51:08.119 = Weird Darkness Segment
08:06:18.364 = Dracula 16, “The Final Encounter”
08:30:40.315 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “Transylvania Superstitions” by Emily Gerard: https://amzn.to/3vsAqrs
BOOK: “Carmilla” by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu: https://amzn.to/3cw291I
SOURCES: History.com, Ranker.com, AtlasObscura.com, InternationalHero.co.uk, HowStuffWorks.com, Universtiy of Iowa’s Victorian Wiki, Google Books, HistoryIreland.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mnrpdm36,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/eeypjjz3, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4et6ysvs, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5bcstakc,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/53vbu5dr, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bhd6f7yv, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y36n7y9v,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2nc96tjx, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2848x4mk
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
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HOUR ONE: It could be everyone’s ultimate fear. Not death… but being buried before death. Buried alive. It’s not just a trope of horror cinema and novels, it has truly happened on a few occasions – and we’ll hear stories from a few people who were buried alive, but survived to tell the tale. (I Was Buried Alive) *** But first… Reddit users share their own personal tales of how they became believers in ghosts and the paranormal. We’ll begin with those stories. (How I Came To Believe)
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HOUR TWO: A Weirdo family member relays a terrifying story of what is described as “El Nahual” in Mexico – a shapeshifter, that her dad barely escaped from! (El Nahual In The Avocado Grove) *** John George Haigh took the plunge into murder when he knocked out his old boss and dumped the body into acid – then set out to kill again. (Acid Bath Murderer) *** Only two percent of the population can hear it. A persistent, maddening sound that science has no explanation for, and the hearers have dubbed it, “The Hum”. (The Hum) *** The Tromp family fled their farm in 2016. There is still no explanation as to why, and one police officer calls it “the most bizarre case” he has ever seen. (The Tromp Family Fleeing) *** In Chatham County, North Carolina there is a 40-foot wide circle in the wilderness where absolutely nothing grows. Not only can scientists not explain it, but some believe Satan himself is responsible. (The Devil’s Tramping Ground)
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SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: The circumstances of wrestling coach John du Pont’s bizarre crimes were portrayed in the critically acclaimed true crime drama film, Foxcatcher. Steve Carell was lauded for his performances as John du Pont, and the film was nominated for five Academy Awards. But how true is the film compared to the actual events? (The Real Story Behind The Movie Foxcatcher)
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SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW:
“How I Came To Believe” by Mick Jacobs: http://bit.ly/2KXUZH9
“I Was Buried Alive” by Lisa Waugh: http://bit.ly/2Zf2PEW
The Real Story Behind The Movie Foxcatcher” by MacKenzie Stuart: http://bit.ly/31rvNhv
“El Nahual In The Avocado Grove” submitted anonymously to https://WeirdDarkness.com/submit
“Acid Bath Murderer” by Steven Casale: http://bit.ly/2ZjRJxx
“The Hum” by Garret Harkawik: http://bit.ly/2HiiVCP
“The Devil’s Tramping Ground” by Zach Seemayer: http://bit.ly/2L0KbGP
“The Fleeing of the Tromp Family” by Jacob Shelton: http://bit.ly/30kzFRc
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"I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46
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THE TRUE CASE THIS STORY IS BASED ON: On the night of October 26, 1858, West 30th Street, New York City, was rocked by a violent family tragedy. Elizabeth Carr, a servant for the Gouldy family, ran from their home screaming for help, alerting neighbors and police to a gruesome scene inside. They found the Gouldy family members severely injured from head wounds inflicted by Frank Gouldy, who had succumbed to a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Frank Gouldy, the troubled 20-year-old son of wealthy retired lumber merchant Francis Gouldy, had a history of erratic behavior. After being reprimanded by his father for stealing money meant for a business venture, Frank attacked his family with a hatchet. His father, stepmother Jane, and younger brothers Nathaniel and Charlie were all critically injured. Elizabeth Carr and another servant, Joanna Murphy, were also attacked, with Carr bravely fighting off Frank before succumbing to her injuries weeks later. Despite the brutal assault, the Gouldy family, including a pregnant Jane who later gave birth to a healthy baby, survived their injuries. Frank's attack was spurred by longstanding familial tensions and his own troubled disposition, culminating in a night of horror that left a lasting impact on those involved.

SOURCES…
Robert Wilhelm at MurderByGaslight.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc67f59r
Music provided by Alibi Music Library.
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(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.)
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"I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46
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WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.
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Originally aired: June 16, 2024

CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/the-case-of-frank-gouldys-deadly-decent-shadowsofdeceit/

IN THIS EPISODE: Conjoined twins might be identical genetically, but their personalities can be drastically different – with different interests, different opinions, different mental conditions… even different gender preferences when it comes to romance. The odd story of real-life conjoined twins, Masha and Dasha. (Empath And Psychopath Share The Same Body) *** Weirdo family member Alexis Bishop hears a creepy voice in the dark. (Cover Your Feet) *** As parents, you want to empower your children. You want to teach them independence, and a good way to start is letting them walk to school, without a parent or chaperone. But what happens when it all backfires, and your child never makes it to school? (Austin Sigg and the Murder of Jessica Ridgeway) *** One of the common themes in Yowie reports – and many Bigfoot reports – is that they like to throw stones. A lot. (Did A Yowie Throw That Stone)

YOUTUBE CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS…
00:00:00.000 = Title Story Preview and Show Open
00:03:10.782 = Empath And Psychopath Share The Same Body
00:12:02.521 = Cover Your Feet
00:15:47.707 = Austin Sigg And The Murder of Jessica Ridgeway
00:31:02.485 = Did A Yowie Throw That Stone?
00:40:55.115 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Empath And Psychopath Share The Same Body” by Jodi Smith for Ranker: http://bit.ly/2N0y4KV
“Austin Sigg and the Murder of Jessica Ridgeway” from The Scare Chamber: http://bit.ly/2JaeWsC
“Cover Your Feet” by Weirdo family member Alexis Bishop
“Did A Yowie Throw That Stone?” by Paul Cropper for The Fortean: http://bit.ly/33Ra8jX
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
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(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.)
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"I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46
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WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.
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Originally aired: July, 2020

CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/empath-and-psychopath-share-the-same-body/