Dark Dialogue Podcast Network

John McColl
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  • TRUE CRIME

Dark Dialogue, hosted by John and Angela, is your go-to true crime podcast, unraveling chilling mysteries, unsolved cases, and gripping stories that linger in the shadows. With a blend of meticulous research, compassionate storytelling, and thought-provoking discussions, we explore the complexities of true crime, from baffling disappearances to intricate investigations. Each episode invites listeners into the heart of real-life mysteries, seeking truth and justice alongside those impacted. Connect with the Dark Dialogue community and explore exclusive content on our website www.darkdialogue.com, support the show on Ko-fi Support Dark Dialogue, and join the conversation on X (@Darkdialoguepod) / X and Facebook Facebook. Subscribe now for captivating true crime stories that keep you hooked!

  1. The Murder of Dana Satterfield – Part 2: The Case Everyone Thought They Understood

    10H AGO

    The Murder of Dana Satterfield – Part 2: The Case Everyone Thought They Understood

    In Part Two of our three-part investigation into the murder of Dana Satterfield, we examine the years of silence that followed her killing — and why that silence was not a failure of justice, but a deliberate act of restraint. After the initial shock faded, Dana’s case entered a long and uncomfortable phase. Evidence existed. Biological material was preserved. Investigators were not guessing — they were waiting. What was missing was not effort or concern, but a legal doorway strong enough to survive court. This episode explores the difference between knowing and proving. Why DNA doesn’t solve cases on its own. Why anonymous tips can shape an investigation without moving it forward. And why acting too soon can permanently destroy a case. We walk through the rise of public pressure, national exposure, and a suspect who appeared to fit — until science ruled him out completely. We examine how false certainty damages trust, and why patience, though painful, kept this case intact long enough for truth to finally emerge. This is not an episode about breakthroughs or spectacle. It’s about restraint. About endurance. And about how justice sometimes survives only because investigators refuse to force it. The episode concludes with a victim tribute to Dana Satterfield, accompanied by “Under Glass Skies” by The JJ Hawk Band, used intentionally to create space for remembrance — not interpretation. 🔗 GET INVOLVED WITH DARK DIALOGUE If you want to support action beyond listening: Dark Dialogue Collective Boots-on-the-ground volunteer efforts including physical searches, victim advocacy, and family support. Adopt-A-Victim Program Visit www.darkdialogue.com Adopt an unsolved case and help research unidentified victims, missing persons, or unresolved homicides. Victim Blog Posts Read and share case documentation at www.darkdialogue.com Support the Show Patreon (recurring): patreon.com/DarkDialoguepod Ko-fi (one-time): ko-fi.com/darkdialogue Long-Form Writing & Case Updates Substack: https://darkdialoguecrime.substack.com Contact Email: info@darkdialogue.com 🎧 DARK DIALOGUE NETWORK SHOWS Rocky Mountain Reckoning Dark Dialogue: Distilled Dark Dialogue: Unraveled Truths Dark Dialogue: Gallows & Gunfights Dark Dialogue: Shadow Chat Sessions 👍 HELP THESE STORIES REACH MORE PEOPLE Like, share, leave a review, subscribe, give a thumbs up, and ring the bell. Those actions help long-form investigative work remain visible — and keep these cases from disappearing again.

    48 min
  2. Angela Takes the Helm - Friday the 13th: Superstition, Serial Killers & the Dark Psychology of Fear

    1D AGO

    Angela Takes the Helm - Friday the 13th: Superstition, Serial Killers & the Dark Psychology of Fear

    Friday the 13th: Superstition, Serial Killers & the Dark Psychology of Fear Is Friday the 13th really cursed — or are we? In this special edition of Dark Dialogue, Angela steps into the captain’s chair and takes us deep into the myths, psychology, and real-life crimes connected to one of the most feared dates on the calendar. From medieval religious lore and the Knights Templar to horror films and confirmation bias, we explore how superstition took root — and how it evolved from folklore into something far more disturbing. Then we examine chilling real cases where killers cited Friday the 13th as inspiration: The obsession-fueled murder linked to horror film fixation A ritualistic rampage in Texas tied to satanic fantasy A modern mass violence plot disrupted before it could escalate One of Britain’s most disturbing child murder cases We also uncover the surprising cultural flip side: how tattoo artists turned Friday the 13th into a celebration of ink, rebellion, and laughing in the face of fear. This episode isn’t just about superstition. It’s about human psychology. It’s about obsession. It’s about the stories we tell — and the darkness we sometimes create. If you enjoyed this special format with Angela hosting: Follow or Subscribe wherever you listen Leave a 5-star review (it truly helps us grow) Share this episode with someone who checks the calendar twice on Friday the 13th Tell us on social media: What Friday the 13th tattoo would you get? 📩 Case suggestions or feedback: info@darkdialogue.com 🌐 Full show archive: www.darkdialogue.com Stay safe. Stay curious. And remember — fear is powerful… but curiosity is unstoppable.

    49 min
  3. Shadow Chat Sessions: Civil War Airplanes, Cryogenic Disney, and the Weirdest Crimes on Earth

    FEB 10

    Shadow Chat Sessions: Civil War Airplanes, Cryogenic Disney, and the Weirdest Crimes on Earth

    Welcome back to Shadow Chat Sessions, the off-beat, darkly funny side of the Dark Dialogue Podcast Network, where true crime collides with conspiracy, historical absurdity, and the kind of stories that make you question humanity’s decision-making skills. In Episode 28, John McColl dives headfirst into a perfectly unhinged lineup: • A group of volunteers determined to search Iowa for Civil War–era airplanes • The conspiracy theory that Disney’s Frozen was an SEO weapon designed to bury the cryogenic Walt Disney rumor • Reddit’s infamous Glitter Mystery — and why boats might be the real culprit • DUI arrests involving White Claw body fusion, memoir-writing bank robbers returning to crime, and a man who literally sent meth through a bank drive-thru tube • One of America’s most disturbing unsolved mysteries: The Circleville Writer • Legendary weird history including The Flatwoods Monster, The Pig War of 1859, and dogs mysteriously leaping from Scotland’s Overtoun Bridge • A chilling international case involving surgical mutilation and unanswered questions in Brazil This episode blends verified reporting, investigative context, and John’s trademark sardonic commentary into a show that’s funny, unsettling, and impossible to forget. 🔎 Get Involved with Dark Dialogue Dark Dialogue Collective A boots-on-the-ground volunteer initiative focused on action — physical searches, victim advocacy, and real-world support. This is not a donation tier. It’s about doing the work. Adopt-A-Victim Program Help investigate unsolved cases only by researching unidentified victims, naming the unnamed, or working toward identifying perpetrators. 🌐 https://www.darkdialogue.com Victim Tribute Blog Posts Read and share in-depth victim stories that honor lives and demand accountability. 🌐 https://www.darkdialogue.com ❤️ Support the Network • Patreon (recurring support): https://patreon.com/DarkDialoguepod • Ko-fi (one-time support): https://ko-fi.com/darkdialogue • Substack: https://darkdialoguecrime.substack.com • Email: info@darkdialogue.com 🎧 Explore the Dark Dialogue Network • Dark Dialogue (Main Show) • Dark Dialogue: Distilled • Dark Dialogue: Unraveled Truths • Rocky Mountain Reckoning • Shadow Chat Sessions

    1h 4m
  4. The Murder of Dana Satterfield: Part One - The Salon on 221

    FEB 10

    The Murder of Dana Satterfield: Part One - The Salon on 221

    On July 31, 1995, Dana Chyleen Fowler Satterfield, a 27-year-old salon owner and mother of two, was working late at her beauty shop in Roebuck, South Carolina — a small community in Spartanburg County where violent crime was rare and trust ran deep. She never made it home. In Part 1 of this three-episode true crime documentary, Dark Dialogue examines the murder of Dana Satterfield through the lens of investigative journalism, criminal psychology, and victim advocacy. This episode focuses on Dana’s life, her final day, and the narrow 30-minute window in which a brutal homicide occurred inside the Roebuck Hair & Tanning Center on Highway 221. What began as a reported breaking-and-entering quickly became one of the most disturbing crime scenes in local history. This episode covers: Dana Satterfield’s background as a mother, small-business owner, and community fixture The ordinary routines of her final day — and how quickly they turned deadly An eyewitness who saw a young man flee through a salon window The initial discovery and early law enforcement response The first phase of the homicide investigation and why initial suspects were eliminated How promising leads collapsed, pushing the case into cold-case territory This episode does not reveal the killer or later forensic breakthroughs. Instead, it reconstructs the earliest hours of a 1995 cold case murder, showing how a crime with witnesses, physical evidence, and urgency still went unsolved for a decade. Dark Dialogue is a victim-centered true crime podcast focused on homicide investigations, cold cases, and the systemic gaps that allow predators to hide in plain sight. Part 2 continues with the DNA evidence, the suspect investigators couldn’t legally touch, and the moment the case came back to life.

    1h 24m
  5. Holly Bobo — Distilled: When the Evidence Refuses to Fit

    FEB 5

    Holly Bobo — Distilled: When the Evidence Refuses to Fit

    In April 2011, Holly Bobo was abducted from her family’s home in rural Tennessee. Years later, Zach Adams was convicted and sentenced to life in prison. But even after a jury verdict, appellate review, and years of public certainty, the evidence has never settled cleanly. In this episode of Dark Dialogue: Distilled, John McColl steps away from courtroom narrative and emotional momentum to examine what still doesn’t add up. This is not a retelling of the case. It’s a focused discussion of what’s happening now—as Zach Adams’ post-conviction challenge remains under judicial review—and why the physical evidence, eyewitness description, cell-phone data, timelines, and witness testimony continue to conflict with the official story. Topics covered include: Eyewitness description mismatches The absence of physical evidence tying the convicted men to the crime Cell-phone tower data that contradicts the prosecution’s timeline Testimony that collapses under timing analysis Recanted statements and coercion claims Why former investigators questioned the state’s theory The broader implications of wrongful convictions and public safety This episode does not claim to solve the case. It asks a simpler, harder question: does the explanation we were given actually hold up? A companion video series is currently in production, where the evidence discussed here will be shown visually—route by route, timeline by timeline—for listeners who want to see why these discrepancies matter. Listener discretion advised. Once it’s been distilled… the truth is what remains.   🔍 GET INVOLVED & SUPPORT THE WORK If you believe in victim-centered, fact-driven storytelling, here are ways to support and engage with the Dark Dialogue Network: 🥾 Dark Dialogue Collective Our volunteer, boots-on-the-ground program. Help with research, records requests, transcription, and case advocacy. (Not a donation tier.) 🕯️ Adopt-A-Victim Program Learn more at www.darkdialogue.com We commit sustained attention and advocacy to individual cases that risk being forgotten. 📰 Victim Blog Posts Long-form, researched victim write-ups available at www.darkdialogue.com ❤️ Support the Network Patreon (recurring): https://patreon.com/DarkDialoguepod Ko-fi (one-time): https://ko-fi.com/darkdialogue ✍️ Written Analysis & Updates Subscribe to our Substack: 👉 https://darkdialoguecrime.substack.com 📧 Contact Have information or questions? Email us at info@darkdialogue.com 🎧 EXPLORE THE DARK DIALOGUE NETWORK Rocky Mountain Reckoning Dark Dialogue: Main Show Dark Dialogue: Unraveled Truths Dark Dialogue: Gallows & Gunfights Dark Dialogue: Shadow Chat Sessions   If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or another platform — follow the show, leave a review, and share this episode. If you’re watching on YouTube — like, subscribe, and ring the bell so you don’t miss future episodes. Your engagement helps keep these stories visible — and keeps the reckoning alive.

    1h 29m
  6. The Murder of Sara Wisnosky – Part 2: Flight, Trial, and Final Reckoning

    FEB 2

    The Murder of Sara Wisnosky – Part 2: Flight, Trial, and Final Reckoning

    Seventeen-year-old Sara Wisnosky was found in the Lafayette River two weeks after she disappeared from the Old Dominion University area. Part Two of The Murder of Sara Wisnosky picks up where the story became irreversible. This episode follows what unfolded after Sara’s body was discovered: the rapid unraveling of Derek Barnabei’s carefully maintained image, his flight from Virginia under an alias, and the mounting forensic evidence that transformed suspicion into a capital murder prosecution. We trace the case as it moved through arrest, trial, and appeals—examining how early-1990s forensic science, witness testimony, and physical evidence were interpreted, challenged, and ultimately upheld through multiple courts. We also explore the extraordinary international response that followed, as Italy, the Vatican, and the European Union urged Virginia to halt the execution, turning this case into one of the most globally contested death-penalty cases of its era. But this episode is not an argument for or against capital punishment. It is an examination of certainty—how the system weighed evidence, how last-minute DNA testing reaffirmed the verdict, and how the final hours of Derek Barnabei’s life unfolded amid protests, prayers, and public scrutiny. We close by returning where this story belongs: with Sara. Before verdicts, before punishment, before global debate—there was a young woman whose life was still unfolding. This episode ends by bringing the focus back to her, setting the stage for a dedicated victim tribute that follows. Original music featured in the victim tribute includes “Whispers of the Night” by The JJ Hawk Band, produced by Hawk Studios, and used with permission. Learn more about The JJ Hawk Band and Hawk Studios here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574578047424 Get Involved & Support the Work Dark Dialogue Collective – volunteer, boots-on-the-ground advocacy • Adopt-A-Victim Program – www.darkdialogue.com • Victim blog posts & case write-ups – www.darkdialogue.com Support the show: • Patreon (recurring): patreon.com/DarkDialoguepod • Ko-fi (one-time): ko-fi.com/darkdialogue • Substack: https://darkdialoguecrime.substack.com Contact: info@darkdialogue.com Explore the Dark Dialogue Network: • Rocky Mountain Reckoning • Dark Dialogue: Distilled • Dark Dialogue: Unraveled Truths • Dark Dialogue: Gallows & Gunfights • Dark Dialogue: Shadow Chat Sessions If you’re listening or watching, please like, share, subscribe, leave a review, and turn on notifications. Those actions directly help this work reach more people.

    1h 29m
  7. Faith on the Open Road: The Disappearance of Patricia Walsh and Douglas Scott Zyskowski – Part 1

    JAN 29

    Faith on the Open Road: The Disappearance of Patricia Walsh and Douglas Scott Zyskowski – Part 1

    In early 1990, Patricia “Candy” Candace Walsh and Douglas Scott Zyskowski were a young married couple traveling across the United States with a shared sense of purpose. As devoted members of an evangelical church in Seattle, they believed their journey itself was a form of ministry — hitchhiking from state to state to share their faith with those they met along the way. After a final phone call from El Paso, Texas, the couple vanished. Months later, their bodies were discovered in two different states: Douglas in rural Sutton County, Texas, and Patricia in Millard County, Utah. At the time, investigators had no reason to believe the cases were connected. Different jurisdictions. Different landscapes. One victim unidentified. No shared investigative framework. This episode of Rocky Mountain Reckoning returns listeners to a different era — 1990, before cell phones, GPS, NamUs, or integrated national databases. It is a time when the world felt larger, movement was freer, and the distance between answers could stretch for years. Episode One focuses on: The couple’s documented missionary journey and method of travel The discovery of their remains in separate states The geographic and jurisdictional barriers that delayed investigative linkage How forensic identification unfolded over more than a decade Why these crimes initially appeared unrelated This episode does not center on a suspect or arrest. Instead, it establishes the world these victims lived in — and the limitations investigators faced at the time. 🎵 Music Credit Original music featured in the victim tribute includes “Paper Wings” by JJ Hawk, produced by Hawk Studios, and used with permission. Learn more about JJ Hawk and Hawk Studios here: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574578047424 (Song title may be updated once finalized.) 🔍 GET INVOLVED & SUPPORT THE WORK If you believe in victim-centered, fact-driven storytelling, here are ways to support and engage with the Dark Dialogue Network: 🥾 Dark Dialogue Collective Our volunteer, boots-on-the-ground program. Help with research, records requests, transcription, and case advocacy. (Not a donation tier.) 🕯️ Adopt-A-Victim Program Learn more at www.darkdialogue.com We commit sustained attention and advocacy to individual cases that risk being forgotten. 📰 Victim Blog Posts Long-form, researched victim write-ups available at www.darkdialogue.com ❤️ Support the Network Patreon (recurring): https://patreon.com/DarkDialoguepod Ko-fi (one-time): https://ko-fi.com/darkdialogue ✍️ Written Analysis & Updates Subscribe to our Substack: 👉 https://darkdialoguecrime.substack.com 📧 Contact Have information or questions? Email us at info@darkdialogue.com 🎧 EXPLORE THE DARK DIALOGUE NETWORK Rocky Mountain Reckoning Dark Dialogue: Distilled Dark Dialogue: Unraveled Truths Dark Dialogue: Gallows & Gunfights Dark Dialogue: Shadow Chat Sessions 📣 ENGAGEMENT CALL TO ACTION If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or another platform — follow the show, leave a review, and share this episode. If you’re watching on YouTube — like, subscribe, and ring the bell so you don’t miss future episodes. Your engagement helps keep these stories visible — and keeps the reckoning alive.

    1h 29m
  8. What Brendan Said, What Courts Ruled, and What Making a Murderer Left Out

    JAN 27

    What Brendan Said, What Courts Ruled, and What Making a Murderer Left Out

    Making a Murderer built one of the most powerful innocence narratives in modern true-crime storytelling. But when it comes to Brendan Dassey, that narrative leaves critical facts unexplored. In Unraveled Truths – Episode 3, Dark Dialogue turns its focus to Episode 4 of Making a Murderer, examining the claim that Brendan Dassey was “clearly innocent” and coerced into a false confession—while placing that claim against what Brendan actually said, how his statements aligned with other evidence, and how multiple courts evaluated those statements under the law. John and Angela acknowledge the real and troubling issues surrounding Brendan’s interrogations. But acknowledgment is not the same as acceptance—and this episode digs into the counterpoints the series largely avoids: • Why Wisconsin appellate courts ruled Brendan’s confession voluntary and admissible • Why the Seventh Circuit upheld that conclusion under Supreme Court standards • How Brendan repeatedly placed himself at critical locations tied to physical evidence • Why his statements evolved from total denial to detailed self-incrimination • How prosecutors framed his shifting stories as consciousness of guilt, not confusion • And why courts found corroboration beyond a single contested interrogation This episode is not about defending interrogation tactics. It’s about confronting an uncomfortable reality: the legal system repeatedly rejected the idea that Brendan’s conviction rests on a plainly bogus confession alone. Making a Murderer presents a powerful story. Unraveled Truths asks whether it presents the whole one. This is not a verdict. This is not a defense. It’s an examination of how documentary storytelling can elevate one interpretation while muting others—and how belief can harden long before courts ever speak. If you’ve ever felt certain after watching a true-crime series, this episode is your reminder: certainty deserves scrutiny. 🎧 Support & Follow Dark Dialogue If you value evidence-driven documentary analysis: • Follow Unraveled Truths so you don’t miss future episodes • Support independent storytelling at darkdialogue.com • Explore bonus content, live discussions, and ongoing investigations across the Dark Dialogue Podcast Network From all of us here—thank you for listening, thank you for supporting independent analysis, and keep the dialogue alive.

    1h 38m
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Dark Dialogue, hosted by John and Angela, is your go-to true crime podcast, unraveling chilling mysteries, unsolved cases, and gripping stories that linger in the shadows. With a blend of meticulous research, compassionate storytelling, and thought-provoking discussions, we explore the complexities of true crime, from baffling disappearances to intricate investigations. Each episode invites listeners into the heart of real-life mysteries, seeking truth and justice alongside those impacted. Connect with the Dark Dialogue community and explore exclusive content on our website www.darkdialogue.com, support the show on Ko-fi Support Dark Dialogue, and join the conversation on X (@Darkdialoguepod) / X and Facebook Facebook. Subscribe now for captivating true crime stories that keep you hooked!

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