The Girl in the Dark

Tasha Brantley
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Humans love stories. We watch them, listen to them, we even create them in our sleep. Ingrained in our basic DNA is fear. All of us are afraid of something; clowns, spiders, heights...the dark. Fear connects us all, but what happens when humans turn their humanity off? This podcast is about exploring all things that go bump in the night: missing people, murder, paranormal, cults, kidnapping, unsolved cases, and other horrors you have yet to fear and stories that will keep you awake at night. If there is a part of you that calls out to the macabre, then join me in the dark.

  1. Oct 31

    Halloween Hauntings: 4 True Scary Stories

    🎃 Halloween Hauntings: 4 True Scary Stories 👻 The veil is thin, the dead are close, and something is waiting in the dark... This Halloween, The Girl in the Dark is doing things a little differently. Instead of diving into a notorious murder or haunted history, we're turning the microphone over to the people who have experienced the unexplained firsthand. Join me for four chilling paranormal encounters submitted by friends, family, and listeners. 🏚️ The Children of Lemp Mansion — A psychic medium encounters something unsettling behind the frosted glass of a room that has long been associated with paranormal activity. 🪑 The Man in the Chair — A mysterious stranger watches from his favorite seat in a local bar. But when he suddenly disappears, the truth about his identity is more disturbing than anyone could imagine. 🪦 The Unmarked Graves of Saxtown — Hundreds of forgotten graves, a haunting dream, and strange occurrences near the site of a brutal murder. 🕯️ The Ouija Board and the Dagger in the Wall — An innocent childhood game takes a terrifying turn inside an old plantation house, leaving behind questions that linger for decades. Featuring actual voice recordings from psychic medium Maranda Montes, these are stories told by the people who lived them. So turn off the lights, pull the blankets close, and join me for a Halloween night filled with restless spirits and unexplained encounters, because some stories don't stay buried. 🖤 Happy Halloween from The Girl in the Dark! 🎃

  2. Oct 7

    Chapter 32: The Beast of Jersey - The Monster Behind the Mask

    For more than a decade, the small island of Jersey was terrorized by a predator who seemed to disappear as quickly as he appeared. Women walking home alone. Children asleep in their beds. A strange, musty smell. A grotesque mask. A man who slipped through the darkness, entered homes, and vanished into the night. Police searched for the monster known as The Beast of Jersey, while an innocent man became the island's prime suspect and was eventually driven from his home. But the real Beast was still there. Living among them. And when police finally uncovered the man behind the mask, they discovered that monsters don't always look like monsters. ⚠️ Listener discretion is strongly advised. This episode discusses sexual assault, rape, violence, and crimes against children. 📱 Follow The Girl in the Dark on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok 💌 True scary stories/questions: thegirlinthedarkpodcast@gmail.com 🖤 Tips & sticker orders: @thegirlinthedarkpod on Venmo This one is DARK, y'all. Come join me. 🖤🎙️

  3. Sep 4

    Chapter 31: The Mysterious Disappearance of Jamee Grossman

    On March 17, 2012, 24-year-old mother of two Jamee Christine Grossman disappeared from Billings, Montana. Fourteen years later, her family is still waiting for answers. For the first time on The Girl in the Dark, I worked directly with a missing woman’s family to tell her story. What began as a request from Jamee’s sister became a deep dive into her disappearance—and an investigation that left me with far more questions than answers. What happened to Jamee Grossman? Someone knows something. It’s time to make some noise for Jamee. Because some stories don’t stay buried. 🖤

  4. Aug 13

    Chapter 30: Chris Watts — Family Annihilator

    Eight years ago, Shanann Watts and her two young daughters, Bella and Celeste, disappeared from their home in Frederick, Colorado. At first, Shanann’s husband, Chris Watts, pleaded for his family to come home safely. But behind closed doors, Chris was hiding an affair, a crumbling marriage, and a horrifying secret. In this episode, we go back to the beginning—who Shanann was, the life she built, her marriage to Chris, and the events that led to August 13, 2018. We’ll follow the investigation, Chris’s lies and confessions, and the devastating truth about what happened to Shanann, Bella, CeCe, and unborn baby Nico. Eight years later, we remember the lives that were taken and examine one of America’s most infamous family annihilators.

  5. Jul 20

    Chapter 29: Too Young to Die

    Fifteen-year-old Sydney thought she was home alone after a long day at school. But when unfamiliar footsteps echoed through the house, her world changed forever. Dragged from beneath her bed by two armed intruders, Sydney endured unimaginable violence as they searched her home for money. Bound, assaulted, and shot, she refused to believe her story would end there. With nothing left but instinct and determination, Sydney made a split-second decision that would save her life. This is not just a story of survival—it's a story of courage, resilience, and a young girl who refused to let evil have the final word. ⚠️ Listener Warning: This episode contains discussions of home invasion, sexual assault, and violence that may be disturbing to some listeners. Please take care of yourself and skip this episode if needed.

  6. Jul 12

    Chapter 28: The True Story of The Conjuring

    Before The Conjuring terrified audiences around the world, there was the real-life Perron family. In 1971, Roger and Carolyn Perron moved their five daughters into a centuries-old farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island. Almost immediately, they claimed to experience unexplained phenomena—shadow figures, strange noises, moving furniture, foul odors, and terrifying encounters that would eventually bring famed paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren to their doorstep. But how much of the blockbuster horror film actually happened? In this episode, we'll separate Hollywood fiction from the real story, explore the Perron family's alleged haunting, examine the Warrens' investigation, and uncover what happened during the infamous séance that ended their involvement with the family. We'll also look at where the movie took creative liberties, what became of the famous farmhouse, and who owns it today. So...do you believe the hauntings were real? Be sure to vote in this episode's Spotify poll and let me know what you think.

  7. Jun 18

    Chapter 27: Athena Strand - The Strength of 100 Men

    On November 30, 2022, 7-year-old Athena Strand disappeared from her family’s property in Wise County, Texas. What began as a normal evening at home quickly turned into every parent’s worst nightmare. Athena was a free spirit who loved climbing trees, riding horses, talking a little too much in class, and spending time with her family. She was tough, independent, and fiercely loved by everyone who knew her. In this episode, we explore Athena’s life, the desperate search to bring her home, the horrifying truth of what happened, and the sentencing trial that revealed the details of her final moments. We also look at the impact Athena’s loss had on her family, her classmates, her community, and the lasting legacy her mother has built in her name. This episode contains discussion of child abduction, sexual assault, and murder and may not be suitable for all listeners. If you would like to support Athena’s legacy, please consider learning more about Athena Strand’s Army and the work being done in her honor. 💗 In memory of Athena Presley Monroe Strand May 23, 2015 – November 30, 2022

  8. May 16

    Chapter 26: Kendrick Johnson: The Teen Who Never Made It Home

    On January 11, 2013, 17-year-old Kendrick Johnson left for school at Lowndes High in Valdosta, Georgia… and never came home. Hours later, Kendrick’s body was discovered upside down inside a rolled-up wrestling mat in the school’s old gymnasium. Authorities quickly ruled his death a tragic accident. But for Kendrick’s family, the evidence never added up. In this episode we dive into the haunting and highly controversial death of Kendrick Johnson — the conflicting autopsies, missing surveillance footage, rumors of a cover-up, allegations of racism and corruption, and the questions that continue to divide the public more than a decade later. Was this a freak accident… or something far darker? Listener discretion is advised due to discussions of death and graphic details. Follow, rate, and share The Girl in the Dark wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Humans love stories. We watch them, listen to them, we even create them in our sleep. Ingrained in our basic DNA is fear. All of us are afraid of something; clowns, spiders, heights...the dark. Fear connects us all, but what happens when humans turn their humanity off? This podcast is about exploring all things that go bump in the night: missing people, murder, paranormal, cults, kidnapping, unsolved cases, and other horrors you have yet to fear and stories that will keep you awake at night. If there is a part of you that calls out to the macabre, then join me in the dark.

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  • Creator
    Tasha Brantley
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tasha Brantley
  • Show Website
    The Girl in the Dark