Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

Darren Marlar
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Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved Podcast

Award-winning podcast hosted by voice artist Darren Marlar who narrates true stories of crime, the unexplained, and paranormal. * Ranked #2 in Podcast Magazine‘s “Best True Crime and Horror” podcasts for 2020 * Named one of the “Best Storytellers in Podcasting” in 2019 by Podcast Business Journal * Darren Marlar’s narration of “The Tell-Tale Heart” won Bronze at HEAR NOW 2020 Podcast Palooza * Reached #5 worldwide on the “HOT 50” chart for November 2020 by Podcast Magazine * Finalist for”Storyteller-Drama” award for the “People’s Choice Podcast Awards” in 2019

  1. “THE DEMON OF FECES” and More Devilishly Creepy True Stories! #WeirdDarkness

    13 HR. AGO

    “THE DEMON OF FECES” and More Devilishly Creepy True Stories! #WeirdDarkness

    Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/tkdts4ku IN THIS EPISODE: "The Devil made me do it" is the oldest excuse in the world; and for nearly every crime it is just that, an excuse. But I said “nearly” every crime. Once in a while there are crimes where the perpetrator is the real deal. We’ll look at real crimes committed by real demons. (The Devil Made Me Do It) *** An exorcism consultant tells us about one of the creepiest cases he was ever called in on. A case very different than other exorcisms he had been a part of or witness to. (The Creepiest Exorcism Case Ever) *** And while on the subject of exorcisms, we’ll exorcise one more demon – one that is reeking havoc in, of all places, a printing office. (The Demon of the Printing Office) *** Did you know that you are honoring one of hell’s seven princes every time you use the toilet? I’ll tell you about Belphegor – who prefers offerings of human feces! (The Demon of Feces) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:03:06.336 = The Demon of Feces 00:15:22.859 = The Devil Made Me Do It 00:28:11.536 = The Creepiest Exorcism Case Ever 00:40:53.485 = The Demon of the Printing Office SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Demon of Feces” by Beth Elias for Graveyard Shift: https://tinyurl.com/y9gldcsl “The Devil Made Me Do It” by Jacob Shelton for Graveyard Shift: https://tinyurl.com/y2qedyjq ‘The Creepiest Exorcism Case Ever” by Jacob Shelton for Graveyard Shift: https://tinyurl.com/y7krkxvf “The Demon of the Printing Office” from Strange Company: https://tinyurl.com/ycx22gyn Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = = (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = = Originally aired: December 29, 2020 CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/demonoffeces/

    53 min
  2. “THE WEREWOLF PANIC OF 1972” and More Terrifying True Stories! #WeirdDarkness

    14 HR. AGO

    “THE WEREWOLF PANIC OF 1972” and More Terrifying True Stories! #WeirdDarkness

    Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version plus all of the artwork created for the YouTube and podcast thumbnails: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3xdxryh7 IN THIS EPISODE: Werewolves were a very real threat in the minds of those living long long ago – but in Sweden they came back with a vengeance, paralyzing people with fear, attacking townspeople, even killing three children according to reports… and this was less than 50 years ago! (The Werewolf Panic of the 1970s) *** Where do urban legends come from? We’ll look at some of the most famous ones, and the history behind them. (The Legends Behind Urban Legends) *** You might remember the film starring Clint Eastwood about the famous 1962 Alcatraz prison escape. Officially the men were declared dead, failing to make it to shore and drowning in the turbulent waters surrounding the prison island. But is the official story the true story, or did they make it across alive after all? (The 1962 Escape From Alcatraz) *** Worldwide reports in recent years have come in about suspicious gas leaks or harmful smells. It happens so often it has even earned a name, “Sick Buildings”. What’s causing the mysterious fumes? Is it just a coincidence? A biological terrorist attack? Or is it something paranormal or even extraterrestrial? (Sick Buildings) *** Weirdo family member Rita Gomez shares her story that begins with, “We Dabbled With an Ouija Board And It Dabbled Back.” CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = An Aging Werewolf 00:03:51.171 = Show Open 00:06:47.356 = The Werewolf Panic of the 1970’s 00:19:07.147 = Sick Buildings 00:30:57.899 = The 1962 Escape From Alcatraz 00:46:58.373 = We Dabbled With a Ouija Board And It Dabbled Back 00:49:28.301 = The Legends Behind Urban Legends 01:07:16.678 = Show Close SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Legends Behind Urban Legends” by Jacob Shelton for Graveyard Shift: http://bit.ly/2rx0bKy “Sick Buildings” by Tim R. Swartz for Conspiracy Journal: http://bit.ly/2NJbKqS “The 1962 Escape From Alcatraz” by Fiona Guy for Crime Traveller: http://bit.ly/32Jy9Zn “The Werewolf Panic of the 1970s” by Tommy Kuusela, PhD for Folklore Thursday: http://bit.ly/33N9QuK “We Dabbled With a Ouija Board And It Dabbled Back” by Weirdo Rita Gomez The fictional story “An Aging Werewolf” by Lincoln Michel for Buzzfeed News: http://bit.ly/32JC4p3 Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = = (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = = Originally aired: November 13, 2019 CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/1972werewolf/

    1h 9m
  3. “THE SHOWERS” #WeirdDarkness #ThrillerThursday

    1 DAY AGO

    “THE SHOWERS” #WeirdDarkness #ThrillerThursday

    Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3u57ehwr IN THIS EPISODE: Weirdo family member Brianna Allegra sent me an email saying, “I wanted to recommend a really good creepypasta/no sleep story that still actually somewhat haunts me (because it never clearly stated what the truth actually IS and it’s so frustrating!)  It’s called The Showers, and it’s written by clover10176.  It’s kinda long, but definitely worth it!” So… that’s the story I’m sharing with you tonight! SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Showers” by Reddit user Clover10176: Part 1 = https://tinyurl.com/ql3gx93 “The Showers” by Reddit user Clover10176: Part 2 = https://tinyurl.com/v9cqmnj Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = = (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = = Originally aired: January 09, 2020 CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/theshowers/

    1h 8m
  4. “THE FINISHING LINE” by Mark Towse #WeirdDarkness #ThrillerThursday

    1 DAY AGO

    “THE FINISHING LINE” by Mark Towse #WeirdDarkness #ThrillerThursday

    Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/37wtv3sj SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Finishing Line” by Mark Towse, submitted directly to WeirdDarkness.com. Visit Mark’s website at https://marktowsedarkfiction.wordpress.com/. Follow him on Twitter at https://twitter.com/MarkTowsey12. Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = = (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = = Originally aired: March 08, 2019 CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/finishingline/

    26 min
  5. “THE MEADOW AND THE MIND MIRROR DOOR” #WeirdDarkness #ThrillerThursday

    1 DAY AGO

    “THE MEADOW AND THE MIND MIRROR DOOR” #WeirdDarkness #ThrillerThursday

    Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc6yfap5 IN THIS EPISODE: It’s Thriller Thursday where I bring you tales of horror fiction or sci-fi. This week it’s a creepypasta by Calvin Levitt entitled, “The Mind Mirror”. SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Mind Mirror” by Calvin Levitt: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p84zu89 Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = = (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = = Originally aired: September 05, 2024 CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/mindmirror/

    1h 15m
  6. “KABBALISTIC NIGHTMARES” and More True Tales of Horrors, Crimes, and Creeps! #WeirdDarkness

    2 DAYS AGO

    “KABBALISTIC NIGHTMARES” and More True Tales of Horrors, Crimes, and Creeps! #WeirdDarkness

    Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version plus all of the artwork created for the YouTube and podcast thumbnails: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/57a2xdws IN THIS EPISODE: In a case that shocked Tehachapi, California, the murder of Robert Limon unraveled into a sordid tale of open marriage, religious awakening, and deadly betrayal. What began as a seemingly random killing at a railyard soon revealed a chilling conspiracy involving Robert, his wife Sabrina, and her firefighter lover Jonathan. It’s a story of faith, infidelity, and fatal attraction. (The Deadly Trinity of Love, Faith, And Murder) *** In the heart of the Bolivian Amazon, paramedic Paul Parada's routine night shift takes an extraordinary turn when he treats an injured seven-foot-tall, pale-skinned stranger with telepathic abilities. What begins as an unusual medical emergency evolves into a close encounter of the third kind, complete with a hovering UFO and robotic alien companions. (The Medic And The Martian) *** In the early hours of a June morning in 2007, a routine newspaper delivery in Raleigh, North Carolina, stumbled upon a scene that would haunt the community for years to come. The brutal murder of Jennifer "Jenna" Nielsen, a pregnant 22-year-old mother of two, left investigators baffled and a family shattered. Since then, the trail of evidence has gone cold and a killer is still at large… and the quest for justice continues to go unfulfilled. (No Justice For Jenna) *** In the early 1900s, a charming Hungarian tinsmith named Bela Kiss concealed a horrifying secret behind his amiable facade. When authorities uncovered 24 pickled corpses in metal drums at his residence, they exposed a chilling tale of deception, murder, and possible vampirism that would haunt Hungary for decades. But the most terrifying aspect of Kiss's gruesome legacy may be that despite an intense manhunt, the "Vampire of Cinkota" vanished without a trace, leaving the world to wonder if he truly escaped justice or if his dark practices granted him an unnaturally long life. (A Different Vampire Named Bela) *** The world of Jewish folklore is chilling – with nightmarish creatures lurking in the shadows. From vampiric Estries and demonic Agrat bat Mahlat to the colossal Leviathan and the mysterious giants called Nephilim, Jewish teachings and beliefs are full of supernatural beings that have not been satisfied to only haunt the Torah… many have made their way into the world at large, invading our literature and even pop culture. (Kabbalstic Nightmares) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Title Story Preview and Show Open 00:05:55.440 = Kabbalistic Nightmares 00:19:49.362 = The Deadly Trinity of Love, Faith, and Murder 00:26:39.355 = The Medic And The Martian 00:37:15.985 = No Justice For Jenna 00:41:23.677 = A Different Vampire Named Bela 00:50:49.107 = What The Heck Is a Nephilim? 01:00:40.658 = Show Close SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Kabbalistic Nightmares” source: Cassandra Williams, ListVerse.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/kpayww88 “The Deadly Trinity of Love, Faith, and Murder” by Orin Grey, The-Line-Up.com (used with permission):https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mp73pv7s “The Medic And The Martian” source: Marcus Lowth, UFOInsight.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc44eawk “No Justice For Jenna” source: Robert Waters, KidnappingMurderAndMayhem.blogspotcom:a href="https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9939wm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer...

    1h 3m
  7. Old-Time Radio Marathon: SEPTEMBER 04, 2024 #RetroRadio #WeirdDarkness

    2 DAYS AGO

    Old-Time Radio Marathon: SEPTEMBER 04, 2024 #RetroRadio #WeirdDarkness

    Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version plus all of the artwork created for the YouTube and podcast thumbnails: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y44zfz2v CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Love Me Or Die” (February 18, 1975) 00:55:01.551 = The Unexpected, “Legacy” (ADU) 01:10:42.230 = Unit 99, “Shopping Center Burglary” (August 23, 1957) 01:38:19.743 = Unsolved Mysteries, “Mystery of the Zombie” (ADU) ***WD 01:53:55.652 = Dark Venture, “Pursuit” (July 31, 1945) ***WD 02:24:46.800 = The Weird Circle, “Passion in the Desert” (1943) 02:53:25.200 = The Whistler, “Malice” (October 11, 1942) 03:23:46.676 = Strange Wills, “Seven Flights to Glory” (August 03, 1946) 03:54:41.659 = Witch’s Tale, “Happy Ending” (September 28, 1934) ***WD (LowQuality) 04:25:04.140 = X Minus One, “Nightmare” (July 21, 1955) 04:51:06.003 = Strange Adventure, “The Bronze Monster” (ADU) ***WD (LowQuality) 04:54:35.622 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown ***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing. Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR20240904

    4h 56m
  8. “CENTRALIA, THE REAL WORLD SILENT HILL” and More Oddly True Stories! #WeirdDarkness

    2 DAYS AGO

    “CENTRALIA, THE REAL WORLD SILENT HILL” and More Oddly True Stories! #WeirdDarkness

    Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mpnupyau IN THIS EPISODE: Desolate vistas, noxious gas, people sinking into the ground – no this isn’t a description of a scene from a horror film. It’s every day life in Centralia, Pennsylvania, a creepy abandoned town that’s been on fire since 1962, and was the inspiration for one of the most terrifying video games ever created. (Centralia, Pennsylvania: The Real Life ‘Silent Hill’) *** Once upon a time, there was a boy from the wrong side of the tracks. He fell in love with a girl whose parents disapproved, and they ran away to be together… Sound familiar? I guarantee you haven’t heard this love story, which is, as the newspapers put it, “as unique a romance as ever a pair of young lovers engaged in.” And for once, the newspapers weren’t exaggerating. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll want to bang your head against the nearest wall when you hear the story. (Romance In The Time of Ice Cream Sundaes) *** We’ve all gone to the bathroom or kitchen sink for a drink of water. Have you ever had a sip of that water and suddenly one day it tastes a bit… off? In most cases it’s nothing to worry about, something innocuous has seeped into the water line but is harmless and disappears quickly. But then there are times it’s something to worry about – like when you are unwittingly drinking the liquified remains of a corpse. (Drinking Corpse Water) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:03:03.995 = Drinking Corpse Water 00:17:28.373 = Centralia, The Real World ‘Silent Hill’ 00:37:37.647 = Romance In The Time of Ice Cream Sundaes SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Drinking Corpse Water” from The Scare Chamber: https://tinyurl.com/y6b3fc3m, https://tinyurl.com/yyludzrq “Centralia, Pennsylvania: The Real Life ‘Silent Hill’”: by Jacob Shelton for Ranker: https://tinyurl.com/y8fx2gtr, OffRoaders.com: https://tinyurl.com/psxafrj, and CentraliaPA.org: https://tinyurl.com/y3trmuvq “Romance In The Time of Ice Cream Sundaes” from Second Glance History: https://tinyurl.com/y2kow8e4,https://tinyurl.com/y5c5lwwt Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = = (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = = Originally aired: September 17, 2020 CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/centraliapa/

    1h 2m
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Award-winning podcast hosted by voice artist Darren Marlar who narrates true stories of crime, the unexplained, and paranormal. * Ranked #2 in Podcast Magazine‘s “Best True Crime and Horror” podcasts for 2020 * Named one of the “Best Storytellers in Podcasting” in 2019 by Podcast Business Journal * Darren Marlar’s narration of “The Tell-Tale Heart” won Bronze at HEAR NOW 2020 Podcast Palooza * Reached #5 worldwide on the “HOT 50” chart for November 2020 by Podcast Magazine * Finalist for”Storyteller-Drama” award for the “People’s Choice Podcast Awards” in 2019

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