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

IN THIS EPISODE: An Oklahoma man strangles his fishing buddy to death… and then blames it on Bigfoot! We begin with that story! (Bigfoot Killed My Fishing Buddy) *** As you know, I’m not just a podcaster but also a professional voice artist. One of the many things I do is narrating audio books. But up until recently I had no idea who some of my competition was for narrations. It turns out the voice behind many best-selling audiobooks is actually a serial killer. (Murderous Narration) *** Reports of werewolves are worldwide throughout history – from the English moors to the western United States you can find sightings of dogmen, werewolves, and the like. But Louisiana has one of the most interesting entries into Lycanthropy – at least it has an interesting name and history. It’s called the Rougarou. (Rougarou) *** X-ray photos are fascinating, but they are only for the eyes – not the ears, right? Well don’t be too sure about that. People in the Soviet Union found a very unique way to use X-rays in order to smuggle in their favorite tunes from West! (Bone Music) *** He roams the earth, and has done so for the past 2,000 years.. doomed never to die until the end of the world. His crime? Taunting Jesus at the Crucifixion. Is this simply an urban legend, or could there be some truth behind what has come to be known as “The Curse of the Wandering Jew?” (The Curse of the Wandering Jew) *** In 1922, Charles Osbourne was in an accident involving a hog… but that’s not the strange part. It’s the after-effects of that accident which caused him to continue to hiccup non-stop for almost seven decades! (My Hog Gave Me The Hiccups For 68 Years) *** In the 1980s workers in an English peat bog unearthed a body. And then another… and then yet another, and another… all apparent victims of violence. (The Bog Bodies of Lindow) 

YOUTUBE TIME STAMPS…
00:00.00.000 = Show Open
00:03:20.808 = Bigfoot Killed My Fishing Buddy
00:09:17.351 = Bog Bodies of Lindow
00:28:43.366 = Murderous Narration
00:30:35.389 = Rougarou
00:35:43.880 = Bone Music
00:41:19.974 = Curse Of The Wandering Jew
00:48:53.706 = My Hog Gave Me The Hiccups For 68 Years
00:56:32.410 = Show Close
00:58:56.092 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Bog Bodies of Lindow” by Dave Sammut and Chantel Craig for ScienceHistory.org: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4mxk49zw
“Bigfoot Killed My Fishing Buddy” by Kaleena Fraga for All That’s Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5h4yj8t5
“Murderous Narration” by Dave Basner for iHeart.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3byfzp3k
“Rougarou” by Frank Kerner for PelicanStateOfMind.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc4csn4p
“Bone Music” from NPR’s “All Things Considered”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yck7b3xb
(BOOK: X-Ray Audio: The Strange Story of Soviet Music on the Bone)
“The Curse of the Wandering Jew” from GotQuestions.org: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yzc3ntbf
“My Hog Gave Me The Hiccups For 68 Years” by Kellie B. Gormly for Smithsonian Magazine:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ypnyfyta
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
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IN THIS EPISODE: The case of “Julie” from Carlisle in the United Kingdom is an intriguing one not only because it unfolded over many years, but because it appears to straddle the line between apparent reptilian entities and paranormal activity. (The Encounters of Julie) *** If you’ve listened to Weird Darkness for any length of time, you know that I will often suggest someone who has had a paranormal disturbance in their home or life, reach out to a pastor or priest for guidance. But what exactly happens when the Catholic Church starts investigating the paranormal? (When The Catholic Church Goes Ghost Hunting) *** Many states around America say they have the most haunted road in the country. And while the words “most haunted” are somewhat subjective, it’s hard not to see why people outside of Chicago consider Archer Avenue not only the top spooky street in America, but the most haunted on the planet. (The Anguish Of Archer Avenue) *** After allegedly murdering her husband in 1960, Sharon Kinne shot her lover’s pregnant wife. Then, she evaded justice and escaped to Mexico only to kill again — before vanishing without a trace. (The American Murderess Who Disappeared in 1969) *** Modern courtrooms aren’t equipped or knowledgable enough to determine whether or not ghosts are real, but that hasn’t stopped ghosts from appearing in several court cases! (Court Cases Involving Ghosts) *** When you hear of a two-headed creature you typically think of two heads side-by-side growing from the neck and shoulders area. But have you ever heard of a creature growing another head on the very top of it’s other head? It happened… and not to just any creature. It was a human boy who lived much longer than anyone expected. (The Bengal Boy With Two Heads) *** Buried alive inside the castle walls, the Finnish Maiden immured still haunts the medieval building of Olavinlinna Castle. (The Maiden of Olavinlinna Castle)

YOUTUBE TIME STAMPS…
00:00.00.000 = Introduction
00:01:20.763 = Show Open
00:04:22.782 = The Encounters of Julie
00:23:20.519 = The Bengal Boy With Two Heads
00:28:28.185 = When The Catholic Church Goes Ghost Hunting
00:40:42.712 = The Anguish of Archer Avenue
00:52:55.223 = The Maiden Of Olavinlinna Castle
00:59:10.079 = The American Murderess Who Disappeared In 1969
01:07:05.788 = Court Cases Involving Ghosts
01:17:25.209 = Show Close
01:19:46.325 = Bloopers
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“When The Catholic Church Goes Ghost Hunting” by Mariel Loveland for Ranker:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5b5y7fyc
“The Anguish Of Archer Avenue” by Sabrina Ithal for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/x6sy6fxa
“The American Murderess Who Disappeared in 1969” by Neil Patmore for All That’s Interesting:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/429crjvz
“The Bengal Boy With Two Heads” by Kaushik Patowary for Amusing Planet (includes photos):https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3s3dpwme
“Court Cases Involving Ghosts” by Jim Rowley for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mtpfhf5v
“The Maiden of Olavinlinna Castle” posted at Moon Mausoleum: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ybfsypnj
“The Encounters of Julie” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4696c2yxbr...

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One of the most popular radio shows in history, “The Shadow” went on the air in August of 1930. "Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" The opening lines of the "Detective Story" program captivated listeners and are instantly recognizable even today. Originally the narrator of the series of macabre tales, the eerie voice known as The Shadow became so popular to listeners that "Detective Story" was soon renamed "The Shadow," and the narrator became the star of the old-time mystery radio series, which ran until 1954. A figure never seen, only heard, the Shadow was an invincible crime fighter. He possessed many gifts which enabled him to overcome any enemy. Besides his tremendous strength, he could defy gravity, speak any language, unravel any code, and become invisible with his famous ability to "cloud men's minds." Along with his team of operatives, the Shadow battled adversaries with chilling names like The Black Master, Kings of Crime, The Five Chameleons, and, of course, The Red Menace. The Shadow's exploits were also avidly followed by readers in The Shadow magazine, which began in 1931 following the huge success of the old-time mystery radio program. The magazine was published by Street & Smith, who had also sponsored the old-time mystery radio program. Over the course of 18 years, Street & Smith published 325 issues of The Shadow, each one containing a novel about the sinister crime fighter. These stories were written by Maxwell Grant, a fictional name created by the publishing company. Although several different people wrote under the pseudonym, Walter B. Gibson wrote most of the stories, 282 in all. Most of the novels published have been reprinted in paperback and The Shadow adventures remain popular today, with Shadow comic books, magazines, toys, games, cds and cassettes of old-time radio shows, and books bringing top dollar among collectors the world over.
00:00:00.000 = INTRODUCTION
00:01:54.735 = The Giant of Madras (May 16, 1948)
00:27:03.054 = The Ruby of Karavahl (May 30, 1948)
00:57:26.772 = Revenge Is Murder (September 19, 1948)
01:27:54.467 = Death Is A Colored Dream (September 26, 1948)
01:58:59.079 = Phantom Racketeer (October 03, 1948)
02:27:47.080 = A Mask For Murder (October 10, 1948)
02:55:44.830 = Dead Man’s Ride (October 17, 1948)
03:26:14.433 = The Drum of Obi (October 24, 1948)
03:56:23.501 = Murder By A Corpse (October 31, 1948)
04:26:31.122 = Evil In The House (November 07, 1948)

SOURCES AND ESSENTIAL WEB LINKS…
This episode is sponsored by http://RadioArchives.com
Weird Darkness Retro Radio theme by Storyblocks.
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IN THIS EPISODE: It’s nickname is “Columbian Devil’s Breath” – and it’s so powerful it can turn perfectly healthy people into mindless zombies. We’ll look at the dangerous and deadly drug, Burundanga. (A Drug That Creates Zombies) *** The chastity belt has, through the ages, become more of a humorous analogy or punchline than the real thing. But then, that’s appropriate – seeing as it actually began as a middle-ages joke. (The Strange Truth Behind Chastity Belts) *** A fearsome witch, she is said to kidnap, roast, and eat children in the woods. No – this is not the story of Hansel and Gretel. This witch is much more terrifying – she is the Baba Yaga. (The Legend of Baba Yaga) *** The Oera Linda book is a manuscript written in a form of Old Frisian, purporting to cover historical, mythological, and religious themes of remote antiquity, from 2194 BC to 803 AD. Many are fascinated by what it says others claim it is a hoax or forgery. What is the truth behind the Oera Linda? (What Is The Oera Linda?)

YOUTUBE TIME STAMPS…
00:00.00.000 = Show Open
00:02:51.935 = A Drug That Creates Zombies
00:11:17.445 = Freaky True Crimes
00:30:18.586 = The Strange Truth Behind Chastity Belts
00:38:12.772 = The Legend of Baba Yaga
00:46:59.901 = What Is The Oera Linda?
00:58:13.788 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“A Drug That Creates Zombies” by Brandon Michaels for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckryre8
“Freaky True Crimes” by Patrick Thornton for Unspeakable Times: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9fsamf
“The Strange Truth Behind Chastity Belts” by Genevieve Carlton for Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc7nzbfx
“The Legend of Baba Yaga” by Genevieve Carlton for All That’s Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8urkfa
“What Is The Oera Linda?” by Bipin Dimri for Historic Mysteries: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yttpw84r
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: March, 2022

CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/drug-that-creates-zombies/

IN THIS EPISODE: Is an alien liquid invading our planet? We’ll look at covert operations, suspicious deaths, and what appear to be intelligent substances – all of which are being kept a secret from us. (The Alien Black Goo Invading Earth) *** The Freemasons. The Knights Templar. The Skull and Bones. Secret societies are already ripe for conspiracy theories – but what about the theory that they are also tied to extraterrestrials? (Secret Societies And Ancient Aliens) *** We have our own opinions about aliens and what their intentions might be – but what do the aliens think about us and what do they think our intentions are? If one scientist is to be believed, it isn’t flattering. (Aliens Consider Us a Threat To The Galaxy) 

YOUTUBE TIME STAMPS…
00:00.00.000 = Introduction
00:01:34.665 = Show Open
00:03:28.623 = The Alien Black Goo (Part 1)
00:16:51.778 = The Alien Black Good (Part 2)
00:29:30.883 = Secret Societies And Ancient Aliens
00:52:30.686 = Aliens Consider Us a Threat To The Galaxy

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Alien Black Goo Invading Earth” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckuzjxb
VIDEO: David Griffin Interview About Black Goo, Marconi, etc: https://weirddarkness.com/david-griffin-interviewed-about-black-goo/
“Secret Societies And Ancient Aliens” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdb9xzn2
BOOK: “Ancient Aliens and Secret Societies” by Mike Bara: https://amzn.to/3v2YSRH
BOOK: “Ancient Aliens and JFK” by Mike Bara: https://amzn.to/3PnJQ0P
PHOTO: Does this photo show Albert Thomas winking at President Lyndon Johnson? https://bit.ly/3PpMpzI
“Aliens Consider Us a Threat To The Galaxy” from Anomalien: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/my48zf3
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = =
(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)
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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, 2022

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00:00:00.000 = INTRODUCTION
00:05:32.039 = Nightmare (January 18, 1964)
00:32:55.785 = Squaw (January 24, 1964)
01:02:39.933 = Boarded Window (February 12, 1964)
01:35:45.051 = Mirror Mirror (February 12, 1964)
01:51:04.269 = Death Of Halpin Fraser (May 20, 1964)
02:22:12.173 = Proof Positive (June 03, 1964)
02:29:54.443 = A Predicament / Tell Tale Heart (June 20, 1964)
02:59:17.180 = Rats In The Walls (July 08, 1964)
03:31:20.846 = Disillusionment / The Feeder (July 01, 1964)
03:57:43.984 = The Imp Of The Perverse / The Manuscript Found In A Bottle (July 29, 1964)
04:33:12.423 = A Country Doctor (August 14, 1964)
SOURCES AND ESSENTIAL WEB LINKS…
This episode is sponsored by http://RadioArchives.com
Weird Darkness Retro Radio theme by Storyblocks.
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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
Find out how to escape eternal darkness at https://weirddarkness.com/eternaldarkness
WeirdDarkness® - is a registered trademark. Copyright, Weird Darkness, 2024.
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