The Most Dangerous Podcast

James Cox, Fraser Smillie

Step into the shadows with Fraser Smillie and James Cox as they explores the darkest corners of history, horror, and the human mind. Each episode of The Most Dangerous Podcast pulls you deep into stories that were never meant to be told — from the gruesome and the paranormal to the mysterious and the forgotten. Now featuring the brand-new series “Dark Witness” — short, chilling tales told through the eyes of those who were there. Whether it’s a survivor of medieval torture or a lone soul haunted by something unseen, every voice has a story… and every story has a price.

  1. 12/16/2025

    Dark Witness: Joan of Arc, Execution by Fire & a Modern Alien Encounter

    History remembers Joan of Arc as a saint, a martyr, and a symbol of faith. This episode remembers her as a frightened teenage girl, tied to a post in Rouen in 1431, as the fire climbed and the crowd watched. Told through the eyes of a clerk who stood close enough to feel the heat, this Dark Witness account strips away legend and leaves only what it was like to be there. The second story shifts to rural Oregon in the late 1990s. A quiet forest road. A stalled truck. Three lights in the sky. An hour of missing time — and an encounter that follows the witness home. Separated by centuries, these two testimonies share the same truth: when you stand too close to history or the unknown, it never truly lets you go. Dark Witness presents first-person accounts of execution, fear, and encounters that defy explanation — where horror is not imagined… only remembered.

    16 min

  2. 12/10/2025

    Dark Witness: The Voice Behind the Door & The Man at the Bottom of the Stairs

    Two terrifying witness accounts in one episode — one supernatural, one all too real. In The Voice Behind the Door, a woman staying alone in a remote farmhouse begins hearing whispers at night… soft, cold, and coming from behind her bedroom door. But the voice isn’t just calling her name — it’s trying to get in. In The Man at the Bottom of the Stairs, a man living alone wakes to the unmistakable sound of breathing in his house. Over three nights, the presence becomes bolder… until he finally sees the stranger who has been living above him, waiting for the right moment to show himself. A double-feature of pure dread — one paranormal, one human — both unforgettable. #DarkWitness #HorrorPodcast #ScaryStories #TrueHorror #Paranormal #CreepyStories #HomeInvasion #GhostStories

    14 min

  3. 12/04/2025

    Dark Witness: The House on Thresher Road & Lights Over Alder Crescent | True Horror & Real UFO Encounter

    In this chilling episode of Dark Witness, Fraser brings you two terrifying new accounts sent in by listeners — one grounded in eerie, human-level horror, and the other reaching into the unknown world of UFOs and alien encounters. The first story, “The House on Thresher Road,” follows a man who moves into a supposedly abandoned countryside property… only to learn he is not the only one living there. Footsteps, doors moving on their own, and footprints that lead into a room with no exit raise one horrifying question: was someone hiding inside that house the entire time? The second story, “Lights Over Alder Crescent,” is an extraordinary — and deeply unsettling — witness report from a man who believes a series of strange lights did more than hover above his home… they entered it. What follows is a terrifying encounter involving his young son, glowing orbs inside the house, objects activating by themselves, and scorch marks left behind by something that shouldn’t exist. These stories are told exactly as they were submitted. No embellishment. No fiction. Just raw, disturbing accounts from real people who insist their experiences happened exactly as described. If you enjoy true horror stories, paranormal witness accounts, alien encounters, and grounded storytelling designed to chill you to the bone, this episode is for you. #DarkWitness #TrueHorrorStories #RealHorror #ParanormalStories #GhostStories #CreepyStories #UFOEncounter #AlienEncounter #TrueAlienStories #CreepyPodcast #HorrorPodcast #SupernaturalStories #UnexplainedEvents #ScaryStories #RealWitnessAccounts #UKHorror

    16 min

  4. 11/16/2025

    Dark Witness: The Night Visitor in Room 12 & The Man in the Trench on Barrow Lane

    This week on Dark Witness, Fraser brings two terrifying first-hand accounts that blur the line between real events and something far stranger. The Night Visitor in Room 12 A hotel night-shift worker shares a chilling story about a room no one wants to clean. Guests report breathing in the dark, a corner the lights won’t touch, and a chair that moves on its own. What really happened inside Room 12—and why do so many people feel watched when they walk past it? The Man in the Trench on Barrow Lane A driver heading home after a late shift comes face-to-face with a figure standing inside a roadworks trench. Then another… and another. As the fog closes in, the witness realises the man isn’t just watching—he’s learning their speed. These stories are told through the eyes of the people who lived them, blending true local legends with cinematic, immersive storytelling. If you enjoy dark folklore, unexplained encounters, or grounded supernatural horror, this is your episode. #DarkWitness #HorrorPodcast #TrueHorror #CreepyStories #ParanormalPodcast #UrbanLegends #GhostStories #SupernaturalHorror #TheMostDangerousPodcast #UKFolklore #SpookyStories #HauntedHotels #CreepyRoads

    21 min

  5. 11/10/2025

    The Rat Torture & The Whistler | Dark Witness: Tales from The Most Dangerous Podcast

    Welcome to the brand-new series “Dark Witness” — where Fraser steps inside the story and speaks as those who saw the horror unfold. This week, two chilling tales drag you into the shadows: 🐀 The Rat Torture — a gruesome account of medieval cruelty, told through the eyes of someone forced to watch.😶‍🌫️ The Whistler — a haunting encounter with a presence that follows, calls, and never stops. Each story is told as though the witness lived it… and survived only to tell you. If you enjoy immersive horror, dark history, and stories that crawl under your skin — subscribe, rate, and share to keep the nightmares coming. 🎙️ Hosted by Fraser🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, and everywhere you get your podcasts.

    14 min
  6. The End.....For Now....

    10/04/2025

    The End.....For Now....

    The show is going on an indefinite hiatus. We will continue to post occasionally with updates on Facebook. A new show is coming......

    5 min

  7. 09/21/2025

    The Black Eyed Children

    In this chilling episode, James dives deep into one of the most unsettling urban legends of the modern era: The Black Eyed Children. Who—or what—are these pale-skinned, monotone-voiced kids with pitch-black eyes who appear at your door late at night, asking to be let in? Are they ghosts? Demons? Government experiments gone wrong? Or just a very persistent internet myth? Join us as we peel back the layers of stories, sightings, and theories surrounding these eerie beings. From firsthand encounters to pop culture appearances, this episode will make you think twice the next time you hear a knock at your door after dark… 🔪 Listener discretion is advised. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you get your nightmares. #BlackEyedChildren #CreepyPasta #UrbanLegends #MostDangerousPodcast #Paranormal #HorrorPodcast

    41 min

  8. 09/14/2025

    Aokigahara: The Mystery of Japan's Suicide Forest

    ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicide, death, and disturbing themes. Listener discretion is strongly advised. If you are struggling or feeling suicidal, please reach out to a trusted friend, a mental health professional, or contact a suicide prevention hotline in your country. In the UK, call Samaritans at 116 123. In the US, dial or text 988. You are not alone. Welcome back to The Most Dangerous Podcast. In this episode, Fraser takes you deep into the dark and unsettling history of Aokigahara, the infamous “Suicide Forest” at the base of Mount Fuji in Japan. Known for its dense trees, eerie silence, and tragic reputation, Aokigahara has become one of the most chilling places on earth. We explore its cultural history, the legends that surround it, and the heartbreaking truth of why so many people are drawn there. Is it simply a forest, or is there something more sinister that lurks among the trees? If you enjoy dark history, mysteries, and dangerous places, this episode is for you. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments – have you heard of Aokigahara before?

    29 min
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About

Step into the shadows with Fraser Smillie and James Cox as they explores the darkest corners of history, horror, and the human mind. Each episode of The Most Dangerous Podcast pulls you deep into stories that were never meant to be told — from the gruesome and the paranormal to the mysterious and the forgotten. Now featuring the brand-new series “Dark Witness” — short, chilling tales told through the eyes of those who were there. Whether it’s a survivor of medieval torture or a lone soul haunted by something unseen, every voice has a story… and every story has a price.

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  • Creator
    James Cox, Fraser Smillie
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    101
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © James Cox, Fraser Smillie
  • Show Website
    The Most Dangerous Podcast

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