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Dark City

If the streets could talk.  We’ve got the stories they would tell.  Join us for a tour of the hidden, dark history of world-famous cities - scandal, true crime, paranormal encounters, and more.  We dive deep into the research and serve up what we find with dark humor.  No tourist fluff, no sanitized versions.  Just the real and sometimes terrifying truths that will surprise even the locals. Season 1: Los Angeles is now streaming.  Hit follow or subscribe and you will never miss an episode!  Follow us for episode photos and more @darkcitypod on Instagram, Facebook, and Threads, or check out our website at www.darkcitypodcast.com.  Feedback or listener tales you would like to share?  Drop us a note at info@darkcitypodcast.com!  We would love to hear from you. Genres: True Crime, History, Paranormal, Travel, Culture

  1. MAR 19

    Ep 32 HAUNTED: The Island that Terrifies J.D. Barker - and Inspired His Novel | Wood Island, Maine

    Wood Island is so haunted, even bestselling horror writer J.D. Barker won’t stay the night - and he’s here to share how its chilling history inspired his upcoming book, Something I Keep Upstairs. Just as the Stanley Hotel inspired Stephen King’s The Shining (and J.D. shares a terrifying story from his own stay there!), Wood Island’s dark past—plagued by disease, starvation, vanished bodies, and eerie paranormal activity—laid the foundation for his latest novel. Most chilling is J....

    31 min

  2. MAR 4

    Ep 31 UNSOLVED: A Tragic Murder and A Missing Diary - The Christa Helm Story with Jamey DuVall | Los Angeles, CA

    What did Christa Helm know that got her killed? Or was she the victim of a jealous rage? On February 12, 1977, Christa was brutally stabbed to death in a quiet West Hollywood neighborhood. The night she was murdered, she carried a personal diary filled with high-profile names, secrets, and scandals—one that mysteriously vanished and has never been found. Decades later, her killer remains unknown. The eerie coincidences surrounding her death are just as numerous as the people who may have had ...

    1h 10m

  3. FEB 17

    Ep 30 CORRUPTION: You Can Fight City Hall – Restaurateur Clifford Clinton’s Complex Legacy with Robert Petersen | Los Angeles, CA

    How does a cafeteria owner in 1930s Los Angeles, dedicated to providing affordable meals for all, become the driving force behind exposing and dismantling corruption? Today we are joined by Robert Petersen, host of the podcast The Hidden History of Los Angeles, to talk about Clifford Clinton—a man who took on the city’s power structure and won, but whose own personal life tells a far more complicated story. You can check out Robert’s podcast The Hidden History of Los Angeles at podcasts.apple...

    39 min

  4. FEB 1

    Ep 29 HOLLYWOOD SCANDALS: The Fallen Star & The Superman | Los Angeles, CA

    Was Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle a scapegoat or a villain? Did George Reeves take his own life, or was there something more sinister at play? In this episode, we dive into two of Hollywood’s most infamous tragedies—Arbuckle’s scandalous trial that destroyed his career and Reeves’ mysterious death that still fuels conspiracy theories. Decades apart, both cases captivated the public and left behind more questions than answers. And even though Arbuckle received an official verdict and Reeves’ death w...

    1h 2m

  5. JAN 14

    Ep 28 FIRE: Everyone in LA Knows Someone Who Lost Everything | Los Angeles, CA

    Los Angeles is burning, and the impact is personal. We delve into the current status of the devastating fires, discuss the factors that made them so catastrophic, and explore what they mean for the city's future. Linked Resources/How to Help: California Wildfires: Palisades and Eaton Fires (AP) L.A. Wildfires: Help and Resources List (KCRW) Mental Health Support for Fire Victims (LAist) How to Help L.A. Fire Victims (LAist) Wildfire Awareness Post on Instagram (PBS SoCal) Linked Sourc...

    22 min

  6. 12/31/2024

    Ep 27 MURDER: The Black Dahlia Beyond the Headlines - Featuring Steve Hodel Pt 3 | Los Angeles, CA

    We conclude the tragic story of Elizabeth Short's 1947 murder with former LAPD homicide detective and New York Times bestselling author Steve Hodel. We delve into the moment Steve began to suspect his own father, Dr. George Hodel, was a central figure in the murder of Elizabeth Short, and subsequently the evidence he uncovered to substantiate that George was Elizabeth’s murderer. Throughout Steve's investigation, he reveals a complex web of connections linking Dr. Hodel to the art world, the ...

    1h 8m

  7. 12/19/2024

    Ep 26 TRUE CRIME & HAUNTINGS: Touring LA's Iconic Locations with James T. Bartlett | Los Angeles, CA

    Join us for an audio tour of Hollywood and downtown Los Angeles’ most haunted locations and infamous crime scenes with James T. Bartlett, journalist and author of Gourmet Ghosts Volumes 1 & 2. From the lingering spirit of Marilyn Monroe to the poetic capture of a murderer, this journey will give you a new perspective on these iconic locations. To read more about James’ work and order Gourmet Ghosts (there are many more locations we could not cover in the episode!), visit his websi...

    56 min

  8. 12/10/2024

    Ep 25 MURDER: The Black Dahlia Beyond the Headlines Pt 2 | Los Angeles, CA

    We continue the tragic story of the murder of Elizabeth Short in 1947, famously known as the Black Dahlia, with the most compelling theories surrounding her killer's identity. *Note: Since the troubled teen industry came up at the beginning of the episode, we wanted to take the opportunity to share a few links on how you can help stop the abuses in this system: stopinstitutionalchildabuse.com and unsilenced.org. It's a cause we are passionate about and we will continue to ...

    47 min
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    If the streets could talk.  We’ve got the stories they would tell.  Join us for a tour of the hidden, dark history of world-famous cities - scandal, true crime, paranormal encounters, and more.  We dive deep into the research and serve up what we find with dark humor.  No tourist fluff, no sanitized versions.  Just the real and sometimes terrifying truths that will surprise even the locals. Season 1: Los Angeles is now streaming.  Hit follow or subscribe and you will never miss an episode!  Follow us for episode photos and more @darkcitypod on Instagram, Facebook, and Threads, or check out our website at www.darkcitypodcast.com.  Feedback or listener tales you would like to share?  Drop us a note at info@darkcitypodcast.com!  We would love to hear from you. Genres: True Crime, History, Paranormal, Travel, Culture

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      Dark City Productions
    • Years Active
      2024 - 2025
    • Episodes
      32
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      © 2025 Dark City
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