33 episodes
New York's Dark Side Amanda Morgan
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4.4 • 11 Ratings
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New York State is alive with dark history, true crime, and paranormal activity and this podcast aims to explore it all. From state funded schools with a dark past of human experimentation, abuse, and neglect to Cropsey- an urban legend turned real with the arrest of Andre Rand the 'Pied Piper of Staten Island' our first couple episodes started us out with a bang. Did you know New York was home to the 'Most Missingest Missing Man in America'? Have you ever wondered about the origins of New York's famous Central Park? We've got you covered and we're only just getting started...
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The Legacy of Julio Rivera
On July 2, 1990, Jackson Heights resident Alan Sack had stopped while walking home to speak with a friend after parting ways with his life partner Julio Rivera about 20 minutes earlier near Public School 69 on 78th Street when they were approached by a panicked man yelling that a man was being murdered in the nearby school yard. The group started running in the direction of the school yard and what they would find would alter not only the lives of the group but would lead to the first prosecutions and convictions for a hate crime in New York State and spur a flurry of pro-LGBTQ changes across the state and the nation. In this episode we delve into the life and legacy of 29 year old Julio Rivera whose life was brutally taken from him in a senseless act of hate and violence. The act would unite the LGBTQ community in Queens to have the first successful march in Queens and lead to the start of the Queens pride parade that still takes place today.
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Anti-Violence Program- https://avp.org
If you are having thoughts of self harm or suicide, You can reach a specialized LGBTQI+ affirming counselor by texting “Q” to 988 or by calling 988 and pressing “3.”
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The Legacy of Venus Xtravaganza
Venus Xtravaganza was an up and coming performer in New York City's underground ballroom community. She had landed a spotlight in Jennie Livingston's Documentary 'Paris is Burning' highlighting New York City's drag scene and some of the challenges members of the community faced. On December 21, 1988, Venus' life would be cut short when she was strangled and left under a bed in room 113 of New York City's Duchess Hotel. Her murder is still unsolved. This episode we talk about the life and legacy of Venus, the challenges that members of the LGBTQ+ community face in the 1980's that still exist today, as well as the history and evolution of the underground ballroom community, voguing, and House Xtravaganza.
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Have feedback or want to get in contact with Amanda? Reach out via email at nydarksidepodcast@gmail.com
If you are in need of additional support/resources or want to get involved in supporting any of the organizations discussed in this episode you can reach out to:
Human Rights Campaign- https://www.hrc.org
Movement Advancement Project- https://www.lgbtmap.org
Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network- www.rainn.org
National Institute of Mental Health- https://www.nimh.nih.gov
If you are having thoughts of self harm or suicide, You can reach a specialized LGBTQI+ affirming counselor by texting “Q” to 988 or by calling 988 and pressing “3.”
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Madam Queen of Harlem Stephanie St. Clair
In 1920’s Harlem, a young woman of color would make the fateful decision to take the world of organized crime by storm. She would build an empire that was unheard of for women, let alone a woman of color. This badass woman would rise to withstand not only the pressure from the corrupt New York City Police department, but also withstand the pressure of Manhattan’s white mafia bosses. In this episode, we deep dive into the life and times of Madam Queen of Harlem Stephanie St. Clair.
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The Senseless Double Homicide of Nancy Ann Hyer & Billy Fischer
On a stormy Thursday in December of 1986, Nancy Hyer received a phone call from her new friend Billy Fischer. He had been visiting with his father, whom he had been estranged from for over a year, and was looking for a ride home. Nancy's family would watch head out into the terrible New York winter weather to help him, unknowing that this would be the last time they would see her alive. William Peter Fischer is still wanted for the murders of Nancy and Billy- if you have any information on his location please call 631-756-3300.
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"Ol' Hoaxy"- The Tale of George Hull & The Cardiff Giant
On October 16, 1869, two men digging a well for a farmer in Cardiff, New York would make a shocking discovery when their shovels hit something hard in the in dirt. They would uncover what appeared to be a giant petrified man, lying naked in the ground. News of the discovery would enthrall the nation, bringing visitors from all around to see the spectacle, but experts would soon uncover the truth of the giant. This is the tale of how the 'villainous' George Hull, a man from Binghamton, NY created a hoax that has been dubbed "The Greatest Hoax in United State History".
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The Abduction & Murder of Quin-Rong Wu
On Tuesday, May 13, 1997, 11-year-old Quin Rong Wu was walking to Public School No. 2 in Brooklyn, New York with her mother. They split ways about 100 yards from the doors to the building, and unfortunately, Quin-Rong would never make it to the school that day, disappearing in broad daylight never to be seen by her family again… What happened to Quin-Rong Wu? Was it the bearded man that a woman would report seeing twice on the subway with a young girl? Or the stranger that people would report seeing hanging around the school? Or was it someone else entirely? That remains a mystery to this day.
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Customer Reviews
Love this podcast!
I love learning random facts of history and I am also a fan of rabbit holes that are included in the episodes. You can tell that Amanda is passionate about what she talks about in her episodes. Keep up the good work!
Interesting!
I live in Western New York and I’m enjoying learning about the history of NY. You’ll have lots of subject matter!
Please fix your audio.
It’s terrible!