Dark City Leah & April

In this episode, we delve into the scandals surrounding the various owners of the Owlwood Estate in Holmby Hills as well as the mysterious murder-suicide cold case at the Greystone Estate in Beverly Hills. We also share eerie hauntings reported at Greystone, adding a supernatural layer to the estate's dark history. Join us as we navigate through these captivating and haunting stories from two of the Platinum Triangle's most infamous estates.We are pleased to announce that we will be spo...

Why would a popular and accomplished preacher fake her own kidnapping? This is the tale of Aimee Semple McPherson, a woman who accomplished groundbreaking evangelical success and founded the Foursquare Church, only to have her credibility forever questioned once she emerged in the desert town of Douglas, Arizona in June of 1926, telling an unlikely story of being held captive during the previous six weeks.Thank you so much for listening to Dark City! We would love to hear from you.&nbsp...

How does a city surrounded mostly by desert secure enough water to sustain millions of people? With lies and deception. Through a combination of aggressive strategies, including lobbying and manipulation, several of LA’s leaders acquired the access and infrastructure to bring water from over 200 miles away to the city back in the early 1900s. It’s not quite like the 1974 movie Chinatown, but it’s close. LA’s quest to secure enough water for its ever-growing population is filled with tragedy, ...

Is it possible to hide away a secret lover in an attic…for nearly a decade?? What starts as a daytime affair in the midwest between Dolly Oesterreich and Otto San Huber quickly escalates into Otto living in the attic of Dolly’s home. This arrangement lasts for years, even surviving a move to Los Angeles where Otto continues to live hidden in the attic of Dolly’s Silver Lake home. But when Dolly’s husband dies under highly suspicious circumstances, the LAPD investigates only ...

Doris Bither, a single mother of four, reports unsettling instances of paranormal activity and assault in her home. Join us as we delve into the chilling investigation by UCLA parapsychologists to uncover the truth behind these disturbing events.Follow us for episode photos and more at:👤 Facebook: facebook.com/darkcitypod📷 Instagram: instagram.com/darkcitypod🪡 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@darkcitypod 🌎 Website: www.darkcitypodcast.com ✉️ Email: info@darkcitypodcast.com&nb...

Christian Gerhartstreiter’s lies become more and more outrageous, yet the list of people he fools grows longer and longer. However, a secret that seemed to be long buried and forgotten will come back to haunt him and eventually some form of justice will be served. Note: This is our first remote recording and while the audio might have a slight underwater quality at times, you can still follow along with the story. We will have this fixed before we record remotely again! Follo...