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

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IN THIS EPISODE: Some of the most unsettling of urban legends can take place in some of the happiest places on earth. Ghostly children swinging in a playground, phantom-like warriors coming out at night in beautiful Hawaii, but there’s one I never heard of until just this morning that I had to look up… it has to do with a boy, a theme park, and a man with horns, (Damien and the Horned Man) *** In 1944 Dorothy Forstein came home from shopping and was attacked by an intruder, beat within an inch of her life. Nothing was stolen, no fingerprints left, no clue as to how the person entered the house to begin with. Dorothy recovered from her injuries… but years later she found her grim fate wasn’t done with her. (The Disappearance of Dorothy Forstein) *** SETI, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence is continually scanning the heavens on the lookout for life elsewhere in the universe. But is it possible that somewhere on another planet out there, those beings are doing the same thing – and could actually be watching us? Scientists say that not only is it possible, but they suspect it could be over 1,000 extraterrestrial space stations are watching our every move! (Are We Being Watched By Alien Space Stations?) *** Eighteen-year-old Ellen Lucas was to be married on October 3rd – but the evening of October 2nd she went out with her fiance, never to be seen alive again. Did a horrible accident destroy the chances of this couple’s happy life together? A random act of violence? Or was it something even more sinister? (The Bridgeport Tragedy) *** She seemed the perfect American, even born to a US military doctor, graduating from a prestigious American college, and working tirelessly, doing her part to serve her country as a military analyst. What would cause this seemingly patriotic citizen to become a spy for the enemy? (Havana Ana, The Cuban Spy)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:54.926 = Damien and The Horned Man
00:08:19.737 = Disappearance of Dorothy Forstein
00:19:21.713 = Are We Being Watched By Alien Space Stations?
00:27:22.001 = The Bridgeport Tragedy
00:35:18.385 = Havana Ana, The Cuban Spy
00:46:49.085 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Damien and the Horned Man” by Jacqueline Vesey-Wells for Medium.com: https://tinyurl.com/1cexmhwy
“The Disappearance of Dorothy Forstein” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/4mvkogtk
“Are We Being Watched By Alien Space Stations?” by Cynthia McKanzie for Message to Eagle: https://tinyurl.com/1w50oyvq, https://tinyurl.com/85aloaw4
“The Bridgeport Tragedy” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/3q58xd6f
“Havana Ana, The Cuban Spy” by Kieran W for Mystery Confidential: https://tinyurl.com/573j4u6e
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IN THIS EPISODE: Black Bart – just the name conjures up an image of a rugged man willing to mow you down in a hail of bullets if you looked at him wrong, especially during one of his infamous stagecoach robberies. But legends can be wrong, and the real Black Bart might not have been so black in the heart as we’ve been led to believe. (Black Bart: The Poet Outlaw) *** In 1957, eleven-year-old twins Jacqueline and Joanna were killed in a car accident. But the next year, some people say they were "reincarnated". (The Perplexing Pollocks Problem) *** For over a century, reports of abuse and murder came pouring out of the Topeka Insane Asylum. The tortures that took place within are nothing short of grotesque, and it makes one wonder how anyone could have possibly thought the so-called “treatments” would do anything other than cause the patients terrible suffering and horrific nightmares. (Horrors of the Topeka Insane Asylum) *** A newlywed woman goes sightseeing in a new town while her husband attends a conference nearby. Completely normal behavior for a newly married couple – but nothing that happens after these events makes any sense at all. We’ll look at the confusing case of Judy Smith. (The Confusing Case of Judy Smith) 

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:02:52.818 = Black Bart: The Poet Outlaw
00:16:26.686 = Horrors of the Topeka Insane Asylum
00:27:12.671 = The Perplexing Pollocks Problem
00:34:55.244 = Curious Case of Judy Smith
00:54:02.041 = Show Close
00:56:07.509 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Black Bart: The Poet Outlaw” by Kathy Weiser for Legends of America: https://tinyurl.com/59g6rldu
“Horrors of the Topeka Insane Asylum” by Elizabeth Yetter for ListVerse: https://tinyurl.com/1ak6t8wa
“The Confusing Case of Judy Smith” by Crystal Dawn for Lost N Found Blogs: https://tinyurl.com/43zvka2l
“The Perplexing Pollocks Problem” by Jessica Staveley for Mama Mia: https://tinyurl.com/2d85hkuv
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Originally aired: January 29, 2021

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Where Angels Fear To Tread” (May 13, 1975)
00:47:11.159 = The Avenger, “The Department of Death” (September 14, 1945) ***WD
01:16:52.599 = Beyond the Green Door, “Chucka Tribe” (ADU) ***WD
01:20:42.729 = Beyond Midnight, “The Party” (ADU) ***WD (LQ)
01:52:08.199 = Boston Blackie, “Wentworth Diamonds” (April 25, 1945) ***WD
02:19:14.409 = Box 13, “Look Pleasant, Please” (December 05, 1948)
02:46:22.489 = Cloak And Dagger, “Operation Sellout” (September 22, 1950) ***WD
03:15:55.529 = The Clock, “Reference Please” (January 05, 1947) ***WD
03:40:34.329 = The Confession, “James V Madsen Case” (August 23, 1953) ***WD
04:09:09.679 = Creaking Door, “Vagrant” (late 1950’s) ***WD
04:38:38.259 = Dark Fantasy, “Cup of Gold” (May 08, 1942) ***WD
05:02:43.816 = Show Close

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(LQ) = Low Quality
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IN THIS EPISODE: We are fascinated by him when we read about him in books, or see him on TV or in movies. Bigfoot has become bigger than life with every paranormal and cryptozoology enthusiast gobbling up every bit of news that comes out about the furry mysterious creature. But what would you do if you came face-to-face with one, in real life, in his territory? Tonight we look at Bigfoot. Sasquatch. The Yeti. Whatever you want to call him, he has found fame worldwide in both paranormal circles and cable TV shows. We’ll ask what he is, what he is not, what evidence has been collected, the interesting take on our fuzzy friend that Russia has, and more.

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:04:08.941 = Show Intro
00:06:11.589 = Bigfoot: Man, Monster or Myth? (Part 1)
00:14:54.027 = Bigfoot: Man, Monster or Myth? (Part 2)
00:42:00.594 = Bigfoot: Man, Monster or Myth? (Part 3)
01:00:02.062 = Show Outro

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“How The Bigfoot Legend Began” by Becky Little for History.com: https://tinyurl.com/y3pmtb3j
“Bigfoot: Man, Monster, or Myth” by Benjamin Radford for LiveScience.com: https://tinyurl.com/y3745nht
“Yetis Nests Found in Russia” by Benjamin Radford for LiveScience.com: https://tinyurl.com/y5w8yd54
“Russians Claim Indisputable Proof of Yeti” by Benjamin Radford for LiveScience: https://tinyurl.com/y3yjuoz5
“Infamous Yeti Finger Flunks DNA Test” by Benjamin Radford for LiveScience: https://tinyurl.com/y3l68wka
“Bigfoot Vandalizes a Winnebago” by Benjamin Radford for LiveScience: https://tinyurl.com/y6d3ujef
“Bigfoot Hoaxer Killed In Accident” by Benjamin Radford for LiveScience: https://tinyurl.com/y32jevfg
“If You Spot Bigfoot, Should You Shoot Him?” by Benjamin Radford for LiveScience: https://tinyurl.com/y4nltw8f
“Bigfoot Was Watching You” by Karen Hopper Usher for Cadillac News: https://tinyurl.com/y2s23pby
“That Was No Bear” by John Zada for Lapham’s Quarterly: https://tinyurl.com/y3xdpbzj
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IN THIS EPISODE: Defiance Ohio is a small town that reported a rash of werewolf sightings in the early 1970's, and it's a legend that still persists to this day. (The Werewolf of Defiance) *** What would happen if the First Lady of the United States disclosed that she believed she traveled with extraterrestrials to Venus? That’s exactly what happened to the First Lady of Japan! (First Contact With The First Lady) *** The island of Guam is well known for the part it played in World War II – but 120 miles northeast of Guam is the tiny island of Tinian, and while it too had a part in World War II, it also contains secrets millennia old of a people that might have existed before the oldest people recorded living there. (The Mysterious People Before Time) *** Robert Nelson had no professional background in medicine or refrigeration, he didn’t even have a college degree, but this everyday TV repairman found himself in the center of the cryogenics movement – and that’s when things started to get messy. (Cryogenics And The TV Repairman)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:01:45.956 = Show Intro
00:04:13.956 = Werewolf of Defiance
00:19:30.936 = Cryogenics And The TV Repairman
00:30:23.749 = First Contact With The First Lady
00:35:39.171 = The Mysterious People Before Time
00:46:13.929 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Cryogenics And The TV Repairman” by Marco Margaritoff for All That’s Interesting https://tinyurl.com/yaowv6j6
“First Contact With The First Lady” from AncientCode.com: https://tinyurl.com/yxww2yv2
“The Mysterious People Before Time” by A. Sutherland for AncientPages.com: https://tinyurl.com/yyuzyu4g
“The Werewolf of Defiance” from ArmedWithSilver.com: https://tinyurl.com/y4zlhnxh (Defiance werewolf, “Toledo Blade” newspaper articles: Article One= https://tinyurl.com/y3dtkx4v, Article Two= https://tinyurl.com/y2q2c8tl,Article Three= https://tinyurl.com/y5l89z25; Defiance werewolf, Crescent News” newspaper article:https://tinyurl.com/yya7vyku; “Werewolf Shamans In The Ancient Woodlands…” published paper:https://tinyurl.com/yxka58st)
“Ohio Police Capture Drunken Local Werewolf” by Jack Dickey for Deadspin.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6rpckbv
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IN THIS EPISODE: Before Dracula ever set foot in Transylvania, the village of Kringa, Croatia, was haunted by Jure Grando—the first recorded vampire in European history. For sixteen years, his undead reign brought terror to the living and torment to his widow. But when the villagers finally rose against him, they unearthed a horror beyond imagination. (Jure Grando: The First Vampire) *** For nearly a millennium, a monstrous black dog with eyes like burning coals has stalked the foggy coastlines and ancient churches of East Anglia, leaving death and terror in its silent wake. From its first recorded appearance in 1127 where it led a spectral hunting party through Peterborough, to its most infamous attack in 1577 when it allegedly killed four churchgoers, the creature known as Black Shuck has become far more than just another ghost story. Through centuries of sightings and evolving folklore, this massive demon hound has transformed from a Viking guardian spirit into one of Britain's most enduring legends - one that some locals insist still prowls the shadows of Norfolk and Suffolk to this day. (Black Shuck: East Anglia’s Demon Hound) *** In 1857 London, the Bacon family's home became the center of supernatural chaos when mysterious sounds and flying objects drew crowds of over a thousand spectators to their modest Bermondsey residence. But when thirteen-year-old Caroline confessed to creating the ghostly disturbances using strands of hair to topple objects, her deception was revealed as an act of rebellion against her father and new stepmother. This tale of a fake haunting offers a poignant glimpse into Victorian family dynamics and the desperate measures one girl took to assert her independence. (The Bermondsey Poltergeist) *** In October 1975, what began as a late-night drive for two young men in rural Maine turned into an encounter that would haunt them forever. David Stephens had no memory of being taken aboard a massive UFO by mushroom-headed beings until months later, when hypnosis sessions revealed the terrifying truth about the hours he lost that night – an experience so profound that it would drive his friend Glen to flee the state and change both their lives forever. (Night of the Mushroom Men) *** Could the Moon's perfect positioning—exactly 400 times smaller than the Sun and precisely placed for total eclipses—be more than cosmic coincidence? Authors Christopher Knight and Alan Butler propose a mind-bending theory: that future humans (or their advanced robots) traveled back in time 4.6 billion years to construct the Moon, creating the exact conditions needed for life on Earth to emerge. Their provocative hypothesis suggests we might be caught in an infinite loop, with humanity traveling to the past to ensure its own creation, much like the ancient symbol of Ouroboros—a snake eternally consuming its own tail. (Did Time Travelers Build The Moon?)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:01:49.028 = Show Intro
00:06:35.732 = Jure Grando: The First Vampire
00:18:11.898 = The Bermondsey Poltergeist
00:30:52.752 = Black Shuck: East Anglia’s Demon Hound
00:47:10.730 = Night of the Mushroom Men
00:54:07.290 = Did Time Travelers Build The Moon?
01:04:33.487 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Jure Grando: The First Vampire” sources: Husain Sumra, Medium: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ykfdupbh; Wu Mingren, Ancient Origins:

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IN THIS EPISODE: We’ll look at the disturbing case of Dee Dee Blanchard who suffered from a horrible mental condition that caused her to torture her daughter – and we’ll look at similar, terrifying cases of other people doing the same to those under their care and supervision. It’s the sinister truth of Munchhausen by proxy. (The Disturbing Truth Behind ‘Mommy Dead and Dearest’) (Other True Cases of Munchhausen by Proxy) *** It was 1909, and Bud and Temple Abernathy rode their horses, just the two of them, from Oklahoma to Santa Fe… and then made the return trip home. A 1,300-mile horseback trip. Big deal you say? That’s what life was like back then, you say? What if I told you that Bud was only 9 years old, and Temple was only five? (The Astounding Adventures of the Abernathy Boys)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:01:44.667 = Show Intro
00:03:44.026 = The Disturbing Truth Behind “Mommy Dead And Dearest”
00:12:16.230 = Other True Stories of Munchhausen by Proxy
00:26:53.045 = Astounding Adventures of the Abernathy Boys
00:46:00.152 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Disturbing Truth Behind ‘Mommy Dead and Dearest’” by Stefanie Hammond for Graveyard Shift: https://tinyurl.com/yxhgf866
“Other True Cases of Munchhausen by Proxy” by Carly Carano for Unspeakable Times: https://tinyurl.com/y485ykp5
“The Astounding Adventures of the Abernathy Boys” by M.J. Alexander for 405 Magazine: https://tinyurl.com/y5c8grn9
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Originally aired: January 06, 2021

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IN THIS EPISODE: It’s what every non-muggle dreams of… to be able to turn any metal into gold and to create a magic potion to give one eternal life! So is the life of wizarding at Hogwarts in the Harry Potter books. But was there a real Philosopher’s Stone? Was there a Real Nicolas Flamel who created it? (The Real Nicolas Flamel and the Philosopher’s Stone) *** In 1929 the Soviet Union decided seven days a week just too many to keep track of, and it’s easier to count by five – so in the USSR they suddenly began to live life with only five days per week. No more weekends. How do you think the citizens took that news? (What is Life in a Five Day Week?) *** While not nearly as well-known as its larger Bermudan brother, the Bridgewater Triangle in southeastern Massachusetts in the United States is home to strange tales itself, with the paranormal, unexplained, and even home to its very own cryptid. (The Eerie Inhabitants of the Mysterious Bridgewater Triangle) *** Author Margaret Helen James wrote, “There is an uncomfortable sort of ghostly terror, in beast form, that haunts the villages on the borders of the two counties, which is commonly called the ‘Hateful Thing’. I allude to the churchyard or hell-beast.” Something was terrifying people in the marshlands of a small county in England and tales of it can still bring nightmares to those who live there today. (The Hateful Thing of Geldeston)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:09.441 = The Real Nicolas Flamel and the Philosopher’s Stone
00:09:54.915 = The Hateful Thing of Geldeston
00:17:25.409 = Eerie Inhabitants of Bridgewater Triangle
00:38:25.739 = What Is Life In a Five Day Week?
00:48:31.394 = Show Close
00:50:37.740 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Real Nicolas Flamel and the Philosopher’s Stone” from Wizarding World: https://tinyurl.com/yycxmws5
“The Eerie Inhabitants of the Mysterious Bridgewater Triangle” by Susannah Sudborough for South Coast Todayhttps://tinyurl.com/y5n3rjcb, and Wicked Local https://tinyurl.com/yxh7g6k2
“The Hateful Thing of Geldeston” by Stacia Briggs and Siofra Connor for Eastern Daily Press: https://tinyurl.com/y4z2bdc8
“What is Life in a Five Day Week?” by Genevieve Carlton for Weird History: https://tinyurl.com/y2u97jxy
“Bogie Tales of East Anglia” by Margaret Helen James: https://amzn.to/3bWfAcP
"Mysterious America: The Ultimate Guide To The Nation’s Weirdest Wonders, Strangest Spots, and Creepiest Creatures" by Loren Coleman: https://amzn.to/3spR8X3
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HOUR ONE: “Jerry Meets A Sasquatch” *** Greer Island, a small patch of land close to where the West Fork of the Trinity River flows into Lake Worth, is heavily shaded by tall oaks, cedar elms and cottonwoods. One of the quietest spots in Fort Worth, the island is home to egrets and owls, perhaps an alligator or two. And maybe, just maybe, the Lake Worth Monster. (The Lake Worth Monster) *** In 2017, Washington State Senator Karen Keiser was quoted as saying, “The incidents continue, they continue, and we have to consider that there is potential cosmic life over the island… it’s a very special place, with a cosmic presence.” What exactly happened on Maurey Island in 1947? (The Maurey Island Incident) *** Whether you’re a true believer or one of those skeptics, stories of spirits haunting the living from the confines of a Ouija board can chill you to the bone, and make you think twice before communicating with entities from another dimension. (True And Disturbing Ouija Board Stories)
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HOUR TWO: Did she drown? Did she commit suicide? Despite her death in 1889, we still don’t know how Maggie Hourigan died. (The Mystery of Maggie Hourigan) *** In 1958 Gavin Gibbons wrote a children’s science-fiction novel By Space Ship to the Moon, which featured a UFO landing on Moel Sych in the Berwyn Mountains of North Wales. Sixteen years later, in a surreal case of life imitating art, those very same mountains would again be the focus for a story involving a downed UFO. But this time, some said, the story was for real. (The UFO Case That Refuses to Die) *** What if creatures like gnomes and imps aren’t just real – but also evil? (Nasty Gnomes, Evil Imps and Terrifying Tommyknockers)
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SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW:
BOOK: “UFO Down?” by Andy Roberts: https://amzn.to/2WYffOY
BOOK: “By Spaceship To The Moon” by Jack Coggins: https://amzn.to/2UTayDp
BOOK: “The Lake Worth Monster of Greer Island” by Sallie Ann Clarke: https://amzn.to/2JuWICg
PHOTO: “Lake Worth Monster” photo by Allen Plaster: https://tinyurl.com/v9xsgwa
“The Mystery of Maggie Hourigan” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder by Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/y4rkkm66
“The UFO Case That Refuses to Die” by Nick Redfern for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/tsxhnvu
“Nasty Gnomes, Evil Imps and Terrifying Tommyknockers” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/wk36c2j
“The Lake Worth Monster” by Chris Vaughn for NBC 5 in Dallas/Ft. Worth: https://tinyurl.com/vh6ym6b
“The Maury Island Incident” by Erik Rowton for Paranormal Scholar: https://tinyurl.com/yx2vvpv5
“True And Disturbing Ouija Board Stories” by Jacob Shelton for “Graveyard Shift”: https://tinyurl.com/yx48q3e6
“Jerry Meets A Sasquatch” from Paranormality Magazine
“My Boyfriend’s Doppelganger” from Paranormality Magazine
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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “For Tomorrow We Die” (May 12, 1975)
00:48:55.149 = The Whisperer, “Into Each Life” (August 19, 1951)
01:17:59.299 = The Unexpected, “Easy Money” (July 11, 1948) ***WD
01:33:01.299 = Unit 99, “Family Disturbance” (September 27, 1957)
01:56:34.669 = Unsolved Mysteries, “The Witch Doctor” (ADU) ***WD
02:11:41.269 = Weird Circle, “Expectation of an Heir” (1943) ***WD
02:37:06.589 = The Whistler, “Avarice” (November 29, 1942) ***WD
03:06:43.119 = Strange Wills, “Margin For Love” (September 07, 1946)
03:36:33.209 = Witch’s Tale, “Share And Share Alike” (December 05, 1935) ***WD (LQ)
04:03:03.249 = X Minus One, “Cold Equations” (August 25, 1955)
04:27:13.899 = Strange Adventure, “Pahua” (ADU) ***WD
04:30:41.169 = Adventures of the Abbotts, “Deadwhite Flame” (March 13, 1955) ***WD
05:00:57.400 = Show Close

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Voices of Death” (May 09, 1975)
00:48:58.529 = Quiet Please, “Kill Me Again” (November 17, 1947) ***WD (LQ)
01:13:32.939 = Richard Diamond, “Charles Walsh And Bob Wells” (July 09, 1949)
01:43:02.169 = The Saint, “Conley Silver Mine” (July 31, 1949) ***WD
02:07:39.799 = Sam Spade, “Convertible Caper” (June 15, 1947) ***WD
02:31:09.339 = The Sealed Book, “Death At Storm House” (April 22, 1945) ***WD (LQ)
03:01:45.319 = The Shadow, “Death Stalks The Shadow” (October 09, 1938) ***WD
03:30:04.009 = Sleep No More, “Woman In Grey / Suspicious Gift” (March 20, 1957)
03:59:03.109 = BBC Spine Chillers, “Absolute Silence” (1984)
04:13:10.829 = Suspense, “Two Sharp Knives” (December 22, 1942)
04:42:33.619 = Tales of the Frightened, “Don’t Lose Your Head” (1957)
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IN THIS EPISODE: Stories of people in the past looking to the skies to see UFOs are becoming more and more common as we learn more of our history. But there was some very strange goings on in 1896 and 1897 with some flying contraptions, weird looking people, bizarre languages, and even a close encounter of the third kind. (America’s Mystery Airships of 1896-97) *** From UFOs in 1896-97… to UFOs in 1966-67. But this time we add another element. Not only did a young man see a UFO, but the encounter appears to have taken him outside of time – and even changed his personality in the process! (Missing Time in 1966) *** In Blake Edward’s 1965 classic comedy film, ‘The Great Race’, the heroic Leslie and the despicable Professor Fate, engage in an epic automobile race from New York to Paris in the early 1900s. The film is actually based on a real race that took place in 1908 – and as hilarious as the ‘The Great Race’ movie was, the actual race took stupidity to a whole new level. (The Great Race to Stupidity)

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00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:02:43.379 = America’s Mystery Airships of 1896-1897
00:18:23.596 = Missing Time in 1966
00:28:12.247 = The Great Race To Stupidity
00:40:03.744 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Coast To Coast AM” radio interview re: missing time, aliens, etc.: https://youtu.be/LWMYf0ijb_A
“America’s Mystery Airships of 1896-97” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/y6yqdnzd
“Missing Time in 1966” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://tinyurl.com/y4kptacw
“The Great Race to Stupidity” by Setareh Janda for Weird History: https://tinyurl.com/y67hjxkv
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IN THIS EPISODE: As far as we know, it was the very first sighting of what we’ve come to know as The Mothman – and it was seen not by a single person or even a single couple – but by four people. Actually, “sighting” probably isn’t the right word for it… as it ended up in a high-speed chase between the four people in one car, and Mothman giving chase. (Mothman Attacks!) *** What if your child were to tell you they were seeing dead people, like in the “Sixth Sense?” One woman in the UK is pondering that question with not one, but two children who are adamant they are seeing those who have already passed on. (My Children See Dead People) *** Steven Stayner was only seven years old when he was kidnapped and held for over seven years, being sexually molested by the man who grabbed him. But when another boy was brought in as the man’s next victim, Steven turned from victim, to rescuer. (I Know My First Name is Steven)

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00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:02:57.116 = Mothman Attacks
00:15:08.058 = I Know My First Name Is Steven
00:26:46.345 = My Children See Dead People
00:33:27.901 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“My Children See Dead People” by Kate Jackson for The Sun: https://tinyurl.com/y6jztp3w
“I Know My First Name is Steven” from The Scare Chamber: https://tinyurl.com/y6gg3kjk
“Mothman Attacks” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/y6rzfjhu
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IN THIS EPISODE: If you ever attended grade school in the United States, you no doubt are more than familiar with the Mayflower and why the ship is so famous. But what you were not told in that classroom is about the mystery that took place on that voyage… on that very ship... that went unsolved for over three hundred years. (The Mayflower Mystery) *** June O’Brien has a problem. She loved toast… and her toast did a really good job of toasting bread. So what was the problem? Well… it appears her toaster was possessed by the devil. (June O’Brien’s Satanic Toaster) *** It was June 1969, and less than a week from his seventh birthday; Dennis went camping with his dad, brother and grandpa for Father’s Day weekend. The next day they bumped into some other Father’s Day campers with kids and they all became quick friends. But while the kids were playing in the tall grass, Dennis disappeared… and was never seen again. (What Happened To Dennis Martin?) *** But first – how can you believe in extraterrestrials, but not be convinced of alien spacecraft? That’s the argument being made by one well-known astronomer. We begin there. (Astronomer Believes In Aliens But Not UFOs)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:02:43.508 = Astronomer Believes In Aliens But Not UFOs
00:09:58.996 = The Mayflower Mystery
00:19:55.226 = What Happened To Dennis Martin?
00:43:22.015 = June O’Brien’s Satanic Toaster
00:46:54.956 = Show Close
00:48:57.440 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
VIDEO of 1988 “Today Show” episode with June O’Brien’s possessed toaster: https://youtu.be/lmxEFs12xn4
“The Mayflower Mystery” from Strange Company: https://tinyurl.com/y2ahxr39
“June O’Brien’s Satanic Toaster” by Rob Schwarz: https://tinyurl.com/yygok5u4
“What Happened to Dennis Martin” by Michael Mayes for Texas Cryptid Hunter: https://tinyurl.com/y64gqkcg
“Astronomer Believes In Aliens But Not UFOs” by Chris Ipey for The Conversation: https://tinyurl.com/y5q4ovwu
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IN THIS EPISODE: I’m sharing a story from Weirdo Family member Vincent Rocca – a story that was a bit too polished and too detailed for me to believe was true until I contacted Vince to make doubly-sure it was a fact-based story. He assured me, every bit of it is completely true! The story also comes with visuals. When he originally posted the story on Reddit, Mr. Rocca included photos and video links of what he was talking about, which he gave me permission to include in the transcript.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“If You Don’t Believe You Have Nothing To Fear” by Vince Rocca: https://tinyurl.com/yywcther,http://www.VinceRocca.com
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Originally aired: July 29, 2022

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Find more family-friendly frights and creepy games to play on our website at http://MicroTerrors.com!
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His story is legendary. One day while working on the railroad, Phineas Gage tapped on an iron rod that set off an explosion which sent an iron rod through his skull, destroying parts of his brain… yet he lived. But it changed his life… his personality… and it changed the medical and psychological world forever.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Impaled Brain of Phineas Gage” by Laura Allan for Graveyard Shift: https://tinyurl.com/y3h7g36g
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IN THIS EPISODE: I’ve covered numerous stories here in the podcast on people gone missing, never to be seen again. But it’s much more rare to have a story about a corpse going missing, never to be seen again. (How Daniel Murdock Saved on Funeral Expenses) *** One thing that has always been a constant in human history is adultery; as is the jilted spouse always being angry about it. One thing that has not been a constant is how society judges those involved in the infidelity. In 1885, there were different opinions about both adulterers as well as the one who murders a homewrecker. (Shot By a Jealous Husband) *** Part of the tablet’s translation, according to Isaac Newton, states: “By this means you shall have the glory of the whole world and thereby all obscurity shall fly from you. Its force is above all force, for it vanquishes every subtle thing and penetrates every solid thing.” Cryptic yes, but it appears to indicate immense power for the one who understands and wields it. It comes from the Emerald Tablet – and it’s no surprise there are many now who want to know where it is. (The Mystery of the Emerald Tablet) *** The Shimokubo Dam in Japan is unique in that it is supposedly haunted. I’ve heard of haunted lakes, and haunted roads that go around lakes or past lakes, but I’ve never heard of a lake that was created by a haunted dam. Shimokubo Dam is supposedly so haunted, that Japan says the stream of ghost hunters and paranormal enthusiasts is out of control. (Japan’s Haunted Dam) *** A mysterious creature is reported to be living near a bridge in Zimbabwe which has killed numerous men. What is the Beast of Gwanda Town? (Beast of Gwanda Town) *** A year before the infamous Lizzie Bordon was born, came the birth of Lizzie Halliday – who, though becoming less well known, went on to commit atrocities that would’ve made Lizzie Bordon’s stomach turn. (The Worst Woman on Earth)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:04:01.694 = The Worst Woman On Earth
00:16:24.063 = Japan’s Haunted Dam
00:21:14.752 = Mystery of the Emerald Tablet
00:33:50.795 = Shot By A Jealous Husband
00:36:42.977 = Beast of Gwanda Town
00:44:38.833 = How Daniel Murdock Saved on Funeral Expenses
00:49:48.998 = Show Close
00:52:11.012 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Japan’s Haunted Dam” by Paul Seaburn for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y4ht2q55
“Beast of Gwanda Town” from News Dze Zimbabwe: https://tinyurl.com/yyhequxx
“The Worst Woman on Earth” by Kieran W. for Mystery Confidential: (website no longer exists)
“How Daniel Murdock Saved on Funeral Expenses” from Strange Company: https://tinyurl.com/y5x2q45e
“Shot By a Jealous Husband” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder by Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/y6ma3cpn
“The Mystery of the Emerald Tablet” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y3pvg2ya
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IN THIS EPISODE: You probably saw the title of this episode and immediately thought, “Whaaa?” Well, I’m going to tell you one of the most ridiculous stories I’ve ever heard that is 100% true. The Axis powers of World War II tried to kill the Loch Ness Monster. (The Assassination of the Loch Ness Monster) *** As far back as time is recorded, mankind has had a fascination with Sirius, the Dogstar. But what is so special about it aside from the fact that it’s one of the brightest stars in our sky? Might there be an extraterrestrial connection as well? (Why So Serious About Sirius?) *** UFO reports come in constantly to police stations and online sites dedicated to the subject of Ufology – practically on a daily basis. And many sightings are by people you would consider above reproach such as law enforcement, scientists, military, numerous sightings by pilots… but when you head out into space and see a UFO, as is what happens with astronauts’ reports, that’s something you take a much closer look at. (Code Word: Santa Claus) *** Jimmy Logue left his wife after only two years of marriage. Without first getting divorced, he married another woman – whom he badly mistreated, so she left him. But he had already started an affair with her sister, so he married her next – now on his third wife. He abused her as well. He was also a career criminal – spending half his life living off the spoils of his thievery, the other half behind bars when caught. So it probably comes as no surprise that he was suspect number one when his third wife was found murdered. (A Romance In Crime)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:40.150 = The Assassination of the Loch Ness Monster
00:07:31.062 = A Romance In Crime
00:16:39.564 = Why So Serious About Sirius?
00:40:52.501 = Code Word: Santa Claus
00:48:19.633 = Show Close
00:50:38.777 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “The Sirius Mystery:New Scientific Evidence of Alien Contact 5,000 Years Ago” by Robert Temple: https://amzn.to/2JDnD27
BOOK: “The Secret Teachings of All Ages” by Manly P. Hall: https://amzn.to/3mNlkbo
“Why So Serious About Sirius?” by Gregg Prescott, M.S. for Message To Eagle: https://tinyurl.com/y2v4gqsd
“The Assassination of the Loch Ness Monster” by Blake Stilwell for Military.com: https://tinyurl.com/y2kpzrn5
“A Romance in Crime” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder by Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/y584we6w
“Code Word: Santa Claus” by Tim Swartz, for Mysteries Magazine (no longer online or in print)
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The short story by Daniel Keyes, “Flowers for Algernon” became so popular it was later turned into a full novel, and then eventually made its way to movie screens. The short story was written in 1958 and first published in the April 1959 issue of The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, and was so loved that it won the Hugo Award for Best Short Story in 1960.
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BOOK: “The Science Fiction Hall of Fame: Volume One, 1929-1964”, https://amzn.to/3SePNlh
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“The Premature Burial” by Edgar Allan Poe was originally published in “The Philadelphia Dollar Newspaper” in 1844.

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“The Premature Burial” by Edgar Allan Poe: https://poestories.com/read/premature
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IN THIS EPISODE: A classic horror story from 1934 written by American writer Robert E. Howard!

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Haunter of the Ring” by Robert E. Howard: http://bit.ly/2XeR3Ze
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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Transformation” (May 07, 1975)
00:47:21.039 = Incredible But True, “Trail of the Werebeast” (ADU)
00:51:24.199 = Inner Sanctum, “Bog Oak Necklace” (April 10, 1945) ***WD
01:21:14.629 = The Key, “Subconscious Experiment” (ADU) ***WD
01:46:28.959 = The LineUp, “The Topaz Earring Case” (November 23, 1950)
02:16:38.119 = MindWebs, “I Kill Myself” (ADU) ***WD
02:38:51.019 = Hollywood Theater, “Sitting Duck” (December 17, 1952) ***WD
03:07:59.649 = Molle Mystery Theater, “Angel Face” (October 05, 1945) ***WD
03:33:08.699 = Mr District Attorney, “Ohio Kid” (June 09, 1939) ***WD
03:47:49.029 = Murder at Midnight, “Murder Is a Lonely Business” (December 16, 1946)
04:13:27.919 = The Black Museum, “A Pair of Spectacles” (ADU) ***WD
04:38:45.039 = Mysterious Traveler, “If You Believe” (December 29, 1946) ***WD (LQ)
05:07:44.694 = Show Close

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IN THIS EPISODE: It’s #ThrillerThursday where I bring you stories of fiction! In this tale fro Stanley Ellin – a tale deemed too disturbing for Alfred Hitchcock’s TV show - two men of very different character, different ways of viewing the world, challenge one another over the future of a house each values in his own way. A bet is made, the stakes are unexpectedly raised, and in the end… well, suffice it to say that the story lingers long past the closing line.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Moment of Decision” by Stanley Ellin, from the book, “Alfred Hitchcock: 13 More Stories They Wouldn’t Let Me Do on TV”: https://amzn.to/3ta2oJX
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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Taken for Granite” (May 08, 1975)
00:46:49.299 = Mystery House, “Nothing But Proof” (January 27, 1946) ***WD
01:09:49.229 = BBC Mystery Theater, “Champagne Safari” (ADU)
02:19:33.119 = Night Beat, “Mentallo, Mental Marvel” (May 01, 1950) ***WD
02:49:15.369 = CBC Nightfall, “The Willoughby Obsession” (September 05, 1980)
03:17:22.649 = Obsession, “Amnesia” (February 19, 1951) ***WD
03:42:09.339 = Superstition, “Cleopatra’s Chair” (ADU) ***WD (LQ)
03:56:11.979 = Peril, “The Diary” (ADU) ***WD (LQ)
04:22:01.039 = Philip Marlowe, “Persian Slippers” (October 03, 1948)
04:51:27.903 = Show Close

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IN THIS EPISODE: In the quiet suburb of Amityville, a horrific crime in 1974 unleashed a chilling series of events that would terrify a nation. When the Lutz family moved into the infamous house at 112 Ocean Avenue, they found themselves trapped in a nightmare of ghostly apparitions, sinister voices, and unexplainable horrors. Was their ordeal a genuine encounter with the supernatural, or a carefully crafted hoax? Or was it, possibly, a little bit of both?

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The True Story Behind the Amityville Horror” sources: Margo Margaritoff, All That’s Interesting:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3yuz4rcr; Shawn Van Horn, Collider: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4kv6jx9u; Leah Thomas, Cosmopolitan: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/rwrj63at; Biography.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5n92fbwa; Tara Bennett, SyFy: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2mfyc8x7
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Originally aired: November 13, 2024

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IN THIS EPISODE: The number of Bigfoot, Loch Ness Monster, chupacabra, Jersey Devil, and various other cryptid and creature sightings is astronomical if you really look at it. And while it’s more than possible that most of these sightings are explainable by misidentification of existing wildlife, or overactive imaginations, the sheer number of sightings couldn’t possibly be waved off by such simple explanations. We’ll look at some true stories of people who have come across unexplainable creatures. (I Met a Monster: True Stories of Cryptid Encounters) *** Have you ever had a premonition while dreaming? Something that later came true in real life? What do you do with that information? What if you know it’s not a normal dream, but a real look into the future and if you don’t do something, a tragedy will take place? But then… what if your dream warning is what actually leads to a real life murder? (The Dream That Led To Murder) *** The ability to move something only with the power of your mind has been disproven by science time and time again. Telekinesis, as much as we’d like to think it’s possible, has been proven not to exist. Well, except for those scientific studies that we have not heard about that say the exact opposite. (The Reality of Telekinesis) *** Thousands of people in Finland experienced a UFO sighting one night in 1966. The incident, however, was obviously not taken too seriously, as it was barely investigated despite the numerous reports. But those who lived through it say it was a night they will never forget. (Anatomy of a UFO Incident)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open (short story, “The Rake”)
00:08:43.383 = Show Intro
00:13:49.441 = I Met a Monsters (True Stories of Cryptid Encounters)
00:35:02.862 = Anatomy of a UFO Incident
01:00:40.925 = The Dream That Led To Murder
01:05:44.043 = The Reality of Telekinesis
01:11:26.980 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “The Night-Side of Nature; or Ghosts, and Ghost-Seers” by Catherine Crowe: https://tinyurl.com/y4cf53hx
BOOK: “The Physics of God: Unifying Quantum Physics, Consciousness, M-Theory, Heaven, Neuroscience and Transcendence” by Joseph Selbie: https://amzn.to/3lCMm3v
“I Met a Monster: True Stories of Cryptid Encounters” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/y2pz2jnv
“The Dream That Led To Murder” by Malcom Smith for Malcolm’s Musings: https://tinyurl.com/y3zuubvt
“The Reality of Telekinesis” by Cynthia McKanzie for Message to Eagle: https://tinyurl.com/y67ogt42
“Anatomy of a UFO Incident” by Lawrence Gerald for Ideal’s UFO Magazine, March 1978: https://tinyurl.com/y473g9d4
The fictional short horror story at the beginning of this episode, “The Rake” is from Creepypasta Wiki, author unknown: https://tinyurl.com/y67kp75z
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When Dr. Kelly Lambert's lab team turned a cereal container into a rat-sized car, they didn't just create a new research tool—they launched the rodent racing revolution. With tiny vehicles, Froot Loop-fueled joyrides, and rats that could outmaneuver your average commuter, these critters proved that life’s greatest lessons can come on four tiny wheels. Buckle up—this is one wild ride!

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Paradise of the Devil” (May 05, 1975)
00:46:46.939 = BBC Ghosts From The Past, “Mortmain” (April 22, 1992)
01:31:01.089 = BBC Ghost Story, “A Little Place Off The Edgware Road” (ADU)
01:43:59.169 = The Green Hornet, “Not a Drop Worth Drinking” (May 09, 1939)
02:13:25.559 = Harry Lime, “Every Frame Has a Silver Lining” (October 26, 1951)
02:38:16.729 = BBC Haunted, Tales of the Supernatural, “The Emissary” (May 08, 1982)
03:05:24.419 = The Haunting Hour, “Sixth Button” (November 13, 1945) ***WD
03:24:36.909 = Have Gun Will Travel, “The Englishman” (January 11, 1959)
03:48:52.789 = The Hermit’s Cave, “Buried Alive” (ADU)
04:13:26.119 = Mystery Is My Hobby, “Murder In The Ring” (ADU) (LQ)
04:37:33.839 = Sherlock Holmes, “The Speckled Band” (May 17, 1945) ***WD
05:05:51.464 = Show Close

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IN THIS EPISODE: Born into wealth, then orphaned, then forced to marry at the age of 14, losing all control of her money and future, Katherine Ferrers did what any teenaged girl in her position would do – she became a ruthless highway robber that terrorized local villages. (Female Highwayman: The Wicked Lady of the 1600s) *** People in Gloucester, Massachusetts were reporting very bizarre things in the summer of 1692. They heard the march of troops despite the war having ended twenty years earlier. They saw what they claimed was a human scalp and the shape of a Native America’s bow when looking at the face of the moon. But that was only the appetizer of what would come that horrifying summer of paranormal activity. (The Spectre Leaguers of Gloucester) *** Seeing a deceased loved one, a soft glowing light, a warm feeling of comfort and love… people have reported seeing many of these types of things when near death. And while some might want to blame it on the brain’s neurons misfiring or even rapid-firing towards the end of someone’s life, how does that explain that the majority of these reports are so similar? (Deathbed Visions) *** In 1849, young Cornelius Ahern was only nineteen years old, and his chosen occupation was pickpocketing. It’s likely we never would’ve heard about him except for the fact that he once attempted – and failed – to pick the pocket of one particular writer who would one day become famous. Charles Dickens. (The Pickpocket and Charles Dickens) *** The assassination of President John F. Kennedy has been surrounded by controversy and conspiracy theories since the day of his death. The magic bullet theory, Lee Harvey Oswald was or was not the lone gunman, was there someone in the grassy knoll, was their a government conspiracy to have Kennedy killed? But there’s another mystery most documentaries and books don’t cover – what about Kennedy’s missing brain? (JFK’s Missing Brain)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:52.836 = JFK’s Missing Brain
00:09:12.329 = Wicked Lady Female Highwayman
00:23:10.978 = The Spectre Leaguers of Gloucester
00:28:07.693 = Deathbed Visions
00:39:00.101 = The Pickpocket and Charles Dickens
00:48:27.595 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “Death Bed Visions” by William Barrett: https://amzn.to/36ttn7t
BOOK: “At The Hour of Death” Dr. Karlis Osis: https://amzn.to/3oeyvlY
BOOK: "One Last Hug Before I Go: The Mystery and Meaning of Death Bed Visions," by Carla Wills-Brandon: https://amzn.to/2VnQ3zo
BOOK: “Parting Visions” by Melvin Morse: https://amzn.to/3my1ws8
“JFK’s Missing Brain” by Doug MacGowan for Historic Mysteries: https://tinyurl.com/yxfqhlkl
“Female Highwayman: The Wicked Lady of the 1600s” by Gemma Hollman for Just History Posts: https://tinyurl.com/y43sxm2t
“The Spectre Leaguers of Gloucester” by Charles M. Skinner, edited by Kathy Weister for Legends of America:https://tinyurl.com/y6sh78ca
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IN THIS EPISODE: Jack the Ripper stalked the West End of London in 1888. He was never captured. How did he do it… and how did he get away with it? *** We’ll learn about a supposedly real spider from Central Africa with a leg span of 5-feet across.

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:04:51.077 = Show Intro
00:07:11.900 = Inside The Mind of the Ripper, Part 1
00:22:09.660 = Inside The Mind of the Ripper, Part 2
00:34:05.435 = Giant Spider of the Congo
00:43:59.070 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Giant Spider of the Congo” by Terrence Aym, from Helium.com (link no longer available)
“Inside The Mind of the Ripper” by Josh Clark and Patrick J. Kiger for History’s How Stuff Works: https://tinyurl.com/y26ghwlq
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Originally aired: November 18, 2020

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Final Witness” (May 02, 1975)
00:47:10.509 = Diary of Fate, “Walter Vincent” (May 25, 1948) ***WD
01:16:17.739 = Dimension X, “Perigi’s Wonderful Dolls” (August 04, 1950) ***WD
01:45:32.339 = Doc Savage, “Three Black Sticks” (November 25, 1985)
02:13:14.429 = Strange Dr. Weird, “Murder Will Out” (February 27, 1945) ***WD
02:26:04.629 = The Eleventh Hour, “The Biter Bit” (ADU)
02:51:44.319 = Escape, “Country of the Blind” (November 26, 1947)
03:21:32.829 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Trouble With Robots” (May 28, 1958) ***WD
03:41:13.419 = BBC Fear on 4, “Survival” (ADU)
04:10:20.859 = Future Tense, “The Parade” (May 27, 1974) ***WD (LQ: skips and hiccups)
04:36:36.109 = Gang Busters, “Bielanski Tillotson” (October 27, 1945) ***WD
04:58:32.310 = Show Close

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Mad Monkton” (May 01, 1975)
00:46:53.239 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From The Morgue, “Highway of Death” (1994)
01:15:19.069 = Cloak and Dagger, “Seeds of Doubt” (September 15, 1950)
01:44:53.249 = The Clock, “A Helping Hand” (December 29, 1946)
02:09:23.249 = Confession, “George S. Decker” (August 16, 1953)
02:39:09.459 = The Creaking Door, “Three Wishes” (ADU) ***WD
03:06:49.109 = Dark Fantasy, “The Letter From Yesterday” (May 01, 1942) ***WD
03:31:09.079 = Sounds of Darkness, “Say It With Music” (October 13, 1967)
03:56:13.949 = CBC Deep Night, “The Intercom” (ADU)
04:30:23.849 = The Devil and Mr. O, “House Is Haunted” (December 31, 1971) ***WD
04:59:04.788 = Show Close

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IN THIS EPISODE: What do you get when you mix auto theft, disappearances, amnesia, murder, and far too many tattoos? You get one of the craziest true crime cases you’ll ever hear. It’s the disappearance and apparent murder of James Eugene Harrison, but just wait for the twist. (The Man Who Wasn’t Murdered) *** The first witch trial in the Americas took place in 1626 – and I’ll tell you the story of how poor Joane Wright came to be accused, and what the verdict came down as. (America’s First Witch) *** In 1938, 34-year-old Alma Fielding reported objects mysteriously flying around her home. In 2017, Kate Summerscale, author of the true crime classic “The Suspicions of Mr Whicher”, set out to investigate the unexplained case of the Croydon poltergeist. (The Housewife, The Ghost Hunter, And The Croydon Poltergeist) *** When you hear a knocking in the closet, or footsteps in the attic. When you hear a door to the basement creak open, or a plate crash to the floor in the middle of the night… is it a ghost? An intruder? Or could you be dealing with a darkling? (The Dark Darklings)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:02.343 = The Man Who Was Not Murdered
00:18:13.553 = America’s First Witch
00:22:53.977 = The Housewife, The Ghost Hunter, And The Croydon Poltergeist
00:45:14.402 = Dark Darklings
00:58:50.405 = Show Close
01:01:08.651 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “The Suspicions of Mr Whicher” by Kate Summerscale: https://amzn.to/38Q7uR6
“America’s First Witch” from Strange Company: https://tinyurl.com/y36z72jy
“The Man Who Wasn’t Murdered” from Strange Company: https://tinyurl.com/yxayopj9
“The Housewife, The Ghost Hunter, And The Croydon Poltergeist” by Kate Summerscale for The Guardian:https://tinyurl.com/yykzsgs9
“The Dark Darklings” by Mason Felinity for Haunted American Tours: https://tinyurl.com/nlx7zh
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Originally aired: November 16, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: Although the Queen Mary's rich history may have garnered the vessel some impressive titles, she has recently earned a more notorious designation. Ghost stories from the Queen Mary suggest that it may be one of the most haunted ships in the world. (Haunted History of the Queen Mary) *** One of the last mezzo-sopranos of the 19th Century, Elena Theodorini was also one of the most beloved. Except for that time when… well… when she was accused of being a spy. (The Spy Who Came In From The Sea) *** Joseph was walking down the street, minding his own business, when he was jumped by a group of men armed with scissors and razors… they were after his long, luxurious beard. And that’s just the beginning of the insanity that Joseph Palmer had to go through simply because he refused to shave. (Joseph Palmer and the Beard of Justice) *** Weirdo family member and paranormal researcher John Parrish shares a true story with a simple lesson – don’t ever use a Ouija board. (The Repercussions of Using a Ouija Board)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:01:56.684 = Show Intro
00:04:28.839 = Haunted History of the Queen Mary
00:25:38.486 = The Spy Who Came In From The Sea
00:38:59.857 = Repercussions of Using a Ouija Board
00:47:41.945 = Joseph Palmer And The Beard of Justice
00:55:51.355 = Show Outro

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Haunted Destination: RMS Queen Mary” from Travel Channel: https://tinyurl.com/yyau84x3
“Haunted History of the Queen Mary” by Sabrina Ithal for Ranker’s Graveyard Shift: https://tinyurl.com/yyj26het
“The Spy Who Came In From The Sea” by Elyse for Second Glance History: https://tinyurl.com/yxpaxsz7
“The Repercussions of Using a Ouija Board” by Weirdo family member, John Parrish
“Joseph Palmer and the Beard of Justice” from Slightly Odd Fitchburg: https://tinyurl.com/y4roch9r
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Originally aired: November 11, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: The axe murders of New Orleans took place over a hundred years ago, but “The Jazzman Story” remains one of the greatest mysteries and unsolved murder cases within the annals of American crime. (The Axeman’s Jazz) *** The investigation of an apparent suicide in 1953 led to an unbelievable theory… not only had the victim used LSD years earlier, but it was quite possible it was forced upon him by the Central Intelligence Agency. (The CIA and LSD) *** You don’t often hear of people being struck and killed by lightning – at least not nowadays. But pick up a paper from the early 1900s and you’d think people were doing it as a hobby. (Death By Electrical Storm) *** January 30th, 1835 was the date of the first attempt at assassinating a sitting U.S. President – Andrew Jackson. That fact itself doesn’t warrant placement in Weird Darkness, seeing as the attempt failed – but the story leading up to the attempt, and the attempt itself, certainly earn their place in this episode. (The President and the Madman) *** I’ll end the episode in the Chamber of Comments, but before that, my last story will the most disturbing one of the episode. Most ghosts are seemingly passive or even benevolent, appearing to scare people only by accident, never by intent. But then there are the stories of violent and angry ghosts – spirits that not only bring terror, but also bloodshed and even death by their own ghostly hands. We’ll look at some famous cases of violent hauntings throughout history.

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:35.193 = The Axeman’s Jazz
00:23:51.751 = CIA and LSD
00:30:34.612 = Death By Electrical Storm
00:35:48.867 = The President And The Madman
00:44:09.091 = Vicious And Violent Hauntings
01:04:46.654 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “A Terrible Mistake: The Murder of Frank Olson and the CIA’s Secret Cold War Experiments” by H.P. Albarelli, Jr.: https://amzn.to/35gj9Xa
VIDEO: Coventry Poltergeist opens door and moves chair: https://youtu.be/SF_Rf-Jttk4
“The Axeman’s Jazz” by Kieran W. for Mystery Confidential: https://tinyurl.com/yxqsylvd
“The CIA and LSD” by Phillip Messing for the New York Post: https://tinyurl.com/ycywx8bn
“Death By Electrical Storm” from Pennsylvania Oddities: https://tinyurl.com/y3ngsdbq
“The President And The Madman” by Dr. Romeo Vitelli for Providentia: https://tinyurl.com/yyuvu36j
“Vicious and Violent Hauntings” by Robert F. Mason for Ranker: https://tinyurl.com/y5t9srwm
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IN THIS EPISODE: Claims of dead aliens being hidden in secret locations are a staple of UFO lore – even in the United Kingdom. But can those stories be believed? (Crashed Saucers and Dead Aliens in the U.K.) *** Falling in love is a beautiful thing – unless doing so sparks a murder spree. If BJ and Erika had never met, several people would still be alive today. (A Match Made in Hell)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer
00:00:17.221 = “The Alien” (short story)
00:08:24.946 = Show Intro
00:11:48.644 = Crashed Saucers and Dead Aliens in the U.K.
00:29:39.800 = A Match Made In Hell
00:44:53.388 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “The Roswell UFO Conspiracy” by Nick Redfern: https://amzn.to/3p3oxFd
DOCUMENT: “Marilyn Monroe, Killgallen, and UFO’s”: https://amzn.to/2JG8ddb
BOOK: “Alien Investigator” by Tony Dodd: https://amzn.to/3oYkeea
BOOK: “The Rendlesham Forest UFO Conspiracy” by Nick Redfern: https://amzn.to/2TYe1ki
BOOK: “The Djinn Connection” by Rosemary Ellen Guiley: https://amzn.to/2GF0HOK
BOOK: “1001 Arabian Nights”: https://amzn.to/352xNkX
BOOK: “Cruel Death” by M. William Phelps: https://amzn.to/2I9UkmP
EPISODE: “Alien Races That Have Contacted Earth”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8k7b5z
“Are Dead Extraterrestrials Being Hidden In The UK?” by Nick Redfern for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y6hjj4ym, https://tinyurl.com/yyh2vz3g, https://tinyurl.com/y3udzkco
“A Match Made In Hell” by Kieran W. for Mystery Confidential: https://tinyurl.com/y6qsw8vl
“The Alien” (fictional story) by Jayashree Jayapaul, rewritten by Darren Marlar: https://tinyurl.com/yyv59dtx
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Originally aired: November 06, 2020

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HOUR ONE: An eerie tombstone stands watch over one of Portland Oregon’s oldest cemeteries. And the story behind that tombstone is a strange one. (The Guardians of Lone Fir Cemetery) *** Don't take a gift from Little Gracie's grave... or her life-like statue might cry tears of blood. (The Ghost of Gracie Watson) *** When it came to her daughter’s Elsa doll, one mom was eager and ready to “Let It Go”. But the doll supernaturally refused to be let go! (Haunted Elsa Doll) *** An ancient stone cross is said by locals to be cursed, and the curse infects anyone who dares to disrespect it. (Curse of the Saxon Stone Cross) *** Christopher Slaughterford was seemingly a completely ordinary young Englishman – but he has earned an unenviable place in the legal books. (T he Trials of Christopher Slaughterford) *** Two authors reported a very strange encounter with a mysterious entity they believed was not of this world. What did they see and why were they under the impression this being was not of this world? (An Author’s Encounter With A Not-Of-This-World Entity)==========
HOUR TWO: A 178-year-old mystery comes to the surface in a Philadelphia suburb. (Grandfather's Ghost Story Leads to Mass Grave) *** Recently a wrecking crew began tearing down and old building in Rhode Island. But the big burly men on the crew got so frightened they refused to continue the work. Does reconstruction of a home or building anger the souls who once lived there? (Does Remodeling Your Home Disturb The Spirits Who Died There?) *** The way life has grown on our planet requires that all living things feed off each other and must kill others in order to survive.  That’s the way of the world if you want to live for any more than a few days. But some people are now claiming they can live without food at all… indefinitely. (Life Without Food) *** Three men were in a shed selling gardening supplies when some strange powder suddenly hit the ceiling. Before they had time to react, a small jug on a shelf abruptly flew across the room. One man picked up the jug and placed it a covered box. Instantly, the jug was...somehow...back on the floor. And that was just the beginning of the strange haunting of a community’s garden shed. (The Poltergeist In The Allotment Shed) *** In the movie Salt, Angelina Jolie plays a double-agent who is mind-controlled by scary remnants of the USSR secret service. And in real life, the 1940s bombshell Candy Jones was apparently brainwashed with drugs and used as a CIA covert operative.  (The Supermodel Who Was Brainwashed Into Becoming a Spy) *** No one knows exactly when she was born. Some think, maybe, she was a gypsy. Others say she was the seventh daughter of a seventh daughter. The life of Elizabeth Barnes is a mysterious one, filled with many loves, losses, and prognostications. (The Witch of Plum Hollow) *** Some travelers, arriving late at night to board Oliver’s Ferry the next day, stayed at Oliver’s house. But they were never seen making the ferry crossing the next morning. Is it possible that the rumors are true – that they never left the house alive? (The Frights of Oliver’s Ferry)
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SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: For Allen Taylor, January 15, 1919 was just another day on his farm near Prescott, Iowa. That is, until his 15-year-old neighbor Irene Hoskins came stumbling down the lane with a gash in the side of her head.  (The Hoskins Family Murders) *** How did someone get the job of an executioner in medieval times? We’ll find out! (To Become An Executioner)
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SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW:
“Schoolhouse Demon Attack” from Paranormality Magazine
“Grandfather's Ghost Story Leads to Mass Grave” by Meghan Rafferty for CNN: https://tinyurl.com/ravfceh
“Does Remodeling Your Home Disturb The Spirits Who Died There?” by Kelly Roncace for NJ.com:

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Black Widow” (April 29, 1975)
00:46:52.589 = Quiet Please, “Three” (November 10, 1947) ***WD (LQ)
01:11:34.722 = Richard Diamond, “The Bloody Hat Case” (July 02, 1949)
01:41:11.973 = The Saint, “Case of the Blonde Who Lost Her Head” (May 26, 1948)
02:05:24.982 = Sam Spade, “The Calcutta Trunk Caper” (June 08, 1947)
02:30:13.778 = The Sealed Book, “Escape By Death” (April 15, 1945) ***WD (LQ)
03:01:15.365 = The Shadow, “The Black Abbot” (October 02, 1938) ***WD
03:27:41.852 = Sleep No More, “Escape of Mr Trimm” (March 13, 1957)
03:56:34.749 = BBC Spine Chillers, “A Fare To Remember” (ADU)
04:09:35.464 = Stay Tuned For Terror, “Lizzie Borden Took an Axe” (ADU)
04:24:16.845 = Suspense, “Till Death Do Us Part” (December 15, 1942)
04:53:36.621 = Show Close

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Phantom of the Opera” (April 28, 1975)
00:46:43.928 = Mysterious Traveler, “Symphony of Death” (September 08, 1946) ***WD
01:16:25.805 = Mystery House, “Murder In Paradise” (November 18, 1945) ***WD
01:42:44.840 = CBC Mystery Theater, “A Perfectly Happy Life” (1968) ***WD
02:12:38.154 = Night Beat, “Tong War” (April 17, 1950)
02:42:12.924 = CBC Nightfall, “The Body Snatchers” (August 29, 1980)
03:08:48.477 = Obsession, “Wind Song” (ADU)
03:38:45.015 = Origins of Superstition, “Don’t Disturb the Dead” (ADU)
03:53:09.209 = Peril, “Squeeze Play” (ADU)
04:15:58.685 = Philip Marlowe, “Red Wind” (September 26, 1948)
04:45:38.371 = Mystery Playhouse: Mr. District Attorney, “Backstage Murder” (February 03, 1943) ***WD (LowQuality)
05:10:33.705 = Show Close

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IN THIS EPISODE: The captain and crew of the ocean vessel St. Andrew not only saw what appeared to be a flying saucer – but narrowly avoided being destroyed by it when it dove into the sea, almost crashing into their ship. (The Falling Saucer) *** We hear of crashed UFOs, flying saucers, or extraterrestrial spacecraft – but… how reliable are the stories we’ve been told? We’ll look at cases after the Roswell incident to see if they hold up. (Where Are The Crashed UFOs?) *** In the Mexican city of Durango there lived a witch who, while stunning beautiful, was grotesquely ugly when it came to her soul and personality – because people never seemed to believe her when she told them of the powers she possessed. And some regretted that. (The Witch of Durango) *** Imagine yourself in the Old West renting a carriage, forgetting to return it the next morning on time, and because of that, having the finger of murder being pointed at you. That’s what happened to Hattie Woolsteen. (The Trial of Hattie Woolsteen) *** A cemetery off the western coast of Winnipeg has lost its gravestones, the house that used to be there is gone, but that doesn’t mean that souls don’t reside there. (The Legend of Nes Cemetery) *** But first – we’ll look at nine books, works of fiction, but somehow they eerily predicted the future with stunning accuracy. We begin with that story. (Books That Predicted The Future)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer, Cold Open, and Show Intro
00:04:01.629 = Books That Predicted The Future
00:11:40.014 = The Falling Saucer
00:20:32.283 = Where Are The Crashed UFOs?
00:27:55.953 = Witch of Durango
00:31:10.896 = Trial of Hattie Woolsteen
00:40:32.441 = Legend of Nes Cemetery
00:47:33.437 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
What Would It Take To Build Jules Verne’s Space Cannon?: https://tinyurl.com/yyrktv2q
Silas Newton’s FBI File: https://vault.fbi.gov/silas-newton
“Books That Predicted The Future” by Ben Gazur for Mental Floss: https://tinyurl.com/y4nb5j7b
“The Falling Saucer” by A. Sutherland for Message to Eagle: https://tinyurl.com/yyv9ryt6
“Where Are The Crashed UFOs?” by Nick Redfern for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y6lobv92
“The Witch of Durango” by Robert Bitto for Mexico Unexplained: https://tinyurl.com/y6fnjpuz
“The Trial of Hattie Woolsteen” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/y5ba3e9h
“The Legend of Nes Cemetery” by MJ Banias for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/yxklmlh3
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IN THIS EPISODE: From monsters to ghosts, some scary urban legends and myths have been spooking out the masses for years — and for good reason, as they have backstories based on real figures and events. From Candyman to Slenderman, we’ll look at a few of the most terrifying urban legends that are based on true tales, and we’ll look into what it takes to create an urban legend of these magnitudes. (The True Stories Behind Terrifying Urban Legends) *** Unidentified Flying Objects have been around much longer than Roswell. Four centuries ago, before flying vehicles were known to even be possible, ancient Russia had quite a shock when they looked into the sky. (The Robozero Lake UFO of 1663) *** In St. James Episcopal Cemetery in Marietta, Georgia there is a grave that people say began to weep tears of blood when they got too close. (The Halloween Legend of Mary Meinert’s Grave) *** A man believes he hears the sound of a car crash – but it shouldn’t be impossible from where he lives. (The Unexplained Sound of a Crash) *** While serving a life sentence for the murder of 14-year-old Mary Ellen Deener, Lester Eubanks was granted a trip to an Ohio mall — then he vanished without a trace. (The Escape of Lester Eubanks)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer, Cold Open, and Show Intro
00:04:23.207 = True Stories Behind Terrifying Urban Legends
00:54:47.091 = What Makes An Urban Legend
01:08:20.934 = The Robozero Lake UFO of 1663
01:20:01.405 = Halloween Legend of Mary Meinert’s Grave
01:24:30.916 = Unexplained Sound of a Crash
01:28:27.859 – Escape of Lester Eubanks
01:38:34.229 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The True Stories Behind Terrifying Urban Legends” by Marco Margaritoff for All That’s Interesting: https://tinyurl.com/y65pg596 and Jake Rossen for Mental Floss: https://tinyurl.com/yy8w7d56
“What Makes an Urban Legend” by David Robson for BBC.com: https://tinyurl.com/y44qhtxo
“The Robozero Lake UFO of 1663” by A. Sutherland for Message to Eagle: https://tinyurl.com/y6zh7fct
“The Halloween Legend of Mary Meinert’s Grave” by Jessica Ferri for The Line Up: https://tinyurl.com/yyrlku7u
“The Unexplained Sound of a Crash” by Ellen Lloyd for Ancient Pages: https://tinyurl.com/y6fyh9ae
“The Escape of Lester Eubanks” by Marco Margaritoff for All That’s Interesting: https://tinyurl.com/y4yvnfff
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Mystery! Murder! Beautiful women and a hint of the supernatural! All of this awaits you at the headquarters of Nemesis Inc., a private investigative firm located on the twenty-first floor of a modern building in Chicago's Loop. Nemesis Inc. is a gripping mystery series produced in the 1930s. The episodes featured here omit the customary musical breaks for local station announcements. However, the introductory updates at each episode's onset are preserved, ensuring that listeners can easily follow the unfolding narrative.

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00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = Nemesis Inc, “Search for Grover Donnelly” (1930s) ***WD
00:13:40.943 = Nemesis Inc, “Grover Donnelly Shows Up” (1930s) ***WD
00:25:15.178 = Nemesis Inc, “Threatening Skywriting Message” (1930s) ***WD
00:36:48.304 = Nemesis Inc, “Rr 5073p Room Is Machine-gunned” (1930s) ***WD
00:48:21.252 = Nemesis Inc, “Donnelly’s Fingerprints Found” (1930s) ***WD
00:59:35.245 = Nemesis Inc, “Clary Finds Out Pete’s Identity” (1930s) ***WD
01:11:14.577 = Show Close

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Till Death Do Us Join” (April 25, 1975)
00:46:17.273 = Sherlock Holmes, “In Flanders Field” (May 14, 1945)
01:14:45.043 = Incredible But True, “Barren Ground” (ADU)
01:18:20.504 = Inner Sanctum, “No Coffin For The Dead” (February 20, 1945) ***WD
01:47:13.485 = The Key, “Showgirl Murdered” (ADU)
02:11:44.441 = The LineUp, “The Candy Store Murder” (November 16, 1950)
02:41:37.215 = MindWebs, “The Swimmer” (ADU)
03:12:04.384 = Hollywood Mystery Time, “Murder By Coincidence” (August 19, 1945) ***WD
03:42:11.602 = Molle Mystery Theater, “Gioconda Smile” (June 19, 1945) ***WD
04:11:26.362 = Murder at Midnight, “Till Death Do Us Part” (December 09, 1946)
04:37:56.979 = The Black Museum, “The Open End Wrench” (ADU)
05:02:03.579 = Show Close
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IN THIS EPISODE: Think you hear whispers at night? Listen closer. That cold spot in your room? Might be a ghost. If your pet is always whining and staring at a corner, maybe it’s time to move out! We’ll look at a few signs so you can determine whether or not your house is truly haunted, and what you can do if you discover you are sharing your home with someone from the afterlife.

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:02:18.213 = Signs Your House Is Haunted
00:13:00.559 = What Is A Poltergeist?
00:39:52.064 = The Shadow People Phenomenon
00:46:44.347 = Can Dogs See Ghosts?
00:50:27.921 = What Do I Do If My House Is Haunted?
00:54:45.664 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “This House is Haunted” by Guy Playfair: https://amzn.to/3m7BV96
BOOK: “The Great Amherst Mystery” by Walter Hubbell: https://amzn.to/35jNtiI
“Signs Your House Is Haunted” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/y4clwan2
“What Is a Poltergeist” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/y35pjgbp
“Three Famous Poltergeist Cases” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/y4hxjvfz
“The Terrifying Amherst Poltergeist” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/y2j6fzxc
“Explanations for Shadow People” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/y6zjdlo3
“Can Dogs See Ghosts?” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/y3l5x3v9
“What To Do If You Live In a Haunted House” by Amanda Lauren for Forbes: https://tinyurl.com/yy68227e
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Originally aired: October 20, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: I’ll tell you about the sad death of John Sellers, which teaches us that if you must pass from this earthly realm, at least be considerate enough to do so in a way and at a time that is the most convenient for those around you. (A Case of Criminal Neglect) *** In October you can find haunted house attractions on just about every street corner, with a multitude of themes – haunted asylums, ghost hospitals, zombies in cellars, and hell houses. But in 1905, visitors to Coney Island were treated to a different kind of Hell attraction all year long, not just in October. It was a boat ride that, for the cost of one dime, was meant to literally scare the hell out of you. (Coney Island’s Hell Gate) *** What type of person raises a young girl, telling everyone she is their daughter, and then years later marries her? That’s just part of “The Disturbing Story of Sharon Marshall.” *** A man wakes up one morning to find his entire family has been handcuffed – and the paranormal is to blame! (Ghost Handcuffs Family) *** It has happened to all of us. Something will disappear, and then come back later or relocate to somewhere else before we find it again. It could be car keys or a wallet, or maybe an important paper. Why does this happen? (Just One Of Those Things)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:17.585 = Just One Of Those Things
00:31:13.472 = A Case Of Criminal Neglect
00:40:11.141 = Coney Island’s Hell Gate
00:51:28.206 = Disturbing Story of Sharon Marshall
01:15:41.608 = Ghost Handcuffs Family
01:19:42.796 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “JOTT: When Things Disappear… Then Come Back or Relocate… And Why It Really Happens” by Mary Rose Barrington: https://amzn.to/31v0Uv2
EPISODE: “How Do I Know If My House is Haunted”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdfu5jjr
“A Case of Criminal Neglect” from London Overlooked: https://tinyurl.com/y37zxtsj
“The Disturbing Story of Sharon Marshall” by Crystaldawn for Lost N Found blogs: https://tinyurl.com/y2vj6wex
“Just One Of Those Things” by Malcolm Smith for Malcolm’s Anomalies: https://tinyurl.com/y5z5h4da,https://tinyurl.com/y686fafc
“Coney Island’s Hell Gate” by Erin McCarthy for Mental Floss: https://tinyurl.com/yylh6ps6
“Ghost Handcuffs Family” by Paul Seburn for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y6zltshh
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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Bullet Proof” (April 24, 1975)
00:47:05.231 = Gangbusters, “John K. Gile – Escape Artist” (September 29, 1945) ***WD
01:11:45.408 = BBC Ghosts From The Past, “The Boat Hook” (April 15, 1992)
01:56:43.032 = BBC Ghost Story, “The Crowd” (ADU)
02:11:36.595 = Green Hornet, “Debits Versus Credits” (April 18, 1939) ***WD
02:41:41.663 = Harry Lime, “Blue Bride” (October 19, 1951)
03:07:17.009 = BBC Haunted, Tales of the Supernatural, “The Judge’s House” (May 01, 1982)
03:36:15.417 = The Haunting Hour, “Assignment Death” (ADU)
04:01:58.779 = Have Gun Will Travel, “Helen Abajinian” (January 04, 1959)
04:26:56.502 = The Hermit’s Cave, “Spirit Vengeance” (December 08, 1946)
04:52:15.466 = Mystery Is My Hobby, “Dude Ranch” (ADU) ***WD
05:15:58.495 = Show Close
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IN THIS EPISODE: It’s #ThrillerThursday where I bring you stories of FICTION. In this episode a true-crime author and investigator chooses to look deeper into the legend of Dutchman’s Hollow – and discovers the hollow may not be as empty as it appears. It’s an epic creepypasta by Ian Smith called “The Hollows and the Hills”.

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“The Hollows and The Hills” by Ian Smith for Creepypasta.com: http://bit.ly/2VzervW
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Originally aired: September 21, 2020

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SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Never Accept an Invitation to Labryrinth” by Redditor u/TheJesseClark: https://tinyurl.com/ulzymuk (Author website: https://www.thejesseclark.com)
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Originally aired: September 17. 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: Imagine witnessing an event so inexplicable that it shakes your very understanding of reality. From violent seizures to speaking in unknown tongues, firsthand accounts of exorcisms paint a chilling picture of supernatural encounters that defy rational explanation. Even as witnesses struggle to reconcile their experiences with scientific reasoning, their stories remind us that some mysteries remain beyond our comprehension. (They Witnessed a Demonic Possession) *** The legend of the mermaid is as vast as the oceans themselves, with each culture adding its own twist to the tale. From guardians of the sea to agents of doom, these mythic beings hold timeless appeal and danger. We’ll explore the fascinating origins and dark fates that surround those who encounter these creatures from the depths. (The Siren’s Call) *** In August 1952, the small Kansas town of Ashley vanished into thin air, taking all 679 residents with it and leaving behind only a massive burning fissure in the earth. In the days leading up to its disappearance, residents reported increasingly terrifying phenomena: a mysterious black hole in the sky, children speaking to their dead relatives, and finally, the return of all the town's deceased in a wall of fire that turned night into day. The last desperate phone call from Ashley told of burning apparitions seeking out the living, before the entire town was swallowed by the earth, leaving behind one of America's most chilling unsolved mysteries… but is there any truth to the story? (The Question of Ashely, KS) *** In the quiet hours of Halloween night 1977, a 19-month-old baby vanished from her crib while her parents slept nearby, launching a desperate search that would end in unimaginable horror. Little Nima Louise Carter's body was found a month later in an abandoned refrigerator, joining a haunting pattern of similar crimes that had terrorized the small town of Lawton, Oklahoma. While the suspected killer would later die in prison for another child's murder, Nima's father would spend decades wrestling with endless "what-ifs" before finally finding peace through forgiveness, though the official case remains unsolved to this day. (Nima’s Last Halloween)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:02:08.024 = Show Intro
00:06:09.885 = They Witnessed a Demonic Possession
00:33:03.931 = The Disappearance of Ashley, KS
00:51:13.488 = The Siren’s Call (Mermaids)
01:14:55.158 = Nina’s Last Halloween
01:20:58.260 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“They Witnessed A Demonic Possession” source: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yczmdah6
“The Disappearance of Ashley, KS” original creepypasta source: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ykp8zphj
“Is Ashley Kansas Real” source: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5w3peuks
“Nina’s Last Halloween” source: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3ux65zzc
“The Siren’s Call” sources: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8mjbpv, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3npet9sa
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THE TRUE CASE THIS STORY IS BASED ON: In the early morning hours of March 13, 1964, 28-year-old Kitty Genovese was murdered in New York City, a crime that would become infamous due to the claim that 38 witnesses did nothing to help her. This event sparked the development of the "bystander effect" theory, which suggests that individuals in a crowd are less likely to assist in an emergency due to a diffusion of responsibility. However, the narrative of Genovese's death is far more complex than initially reported. Kitty, a bar manager and bookie, was attacked by Winston Moseley near her home. Although some neighbors did call for help, and one, Sophia Farrar, even rushed to her aid, the story was sensationalized by the media. The New York Times, in particular, exaggerated the number of witnesses, leading to widespread misconceptions about the event. Despite the inaccuracies, Genovese's tragic death led to significant societal changes, including the establishment of the 911 emergency call system and deeper exploration into human psychology regarding emergency intervention. This is the true story of Kitty Genovese’s death and the unraveling of the myth surrounding the 38 witnesses.

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Kaleena Fraga at AllThatsInteresting.com: https://allthatsinteresting.com/kitty-genovese
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IN THIS EPISODE: The scientist Isaac Newton is best known for his being the first to create the theory of gravity. But now we’ve learned it is very possible that would never have happened had this scientist not had a bit of sorcerer in him as well. (Ghosts, Gravity, and Isaac Newton) *** On Easter Sunday, 1475, in the city of Trent, a 2-year-old boy named Simon was found dead. This one act triggered a wave of anti-Semitism that wiped out a community of Jewish males and threatened the power of a pope. All from the death of one child. (History’s Most Dangerous Toddler) *** "I am innocent, that mark of mine will NEVER be wiped out. It will remain forever to shame the county for hanging an innocent man…. " Alexander Campbell said these words on June 21, 1877 shortly before his hanging. And true to his word, the handprint he left behind refuses to fade away – no matter how hard people try to remove it. (The Reappearing Handprint) *** A century ago, in July 1920, The Illustrated Police News, ran a single story on its front page, complete with a drawing of a man lying on top of a woman, both surrounded in blood. But even more disturbing – a young boy, very much alive, and apparently watching the whole thing. (The Little Boy Who Watched His Parents Die) *** It took a while before the first woman to be hanged would take place in the USA – but in 1778 it finally happened. And her name was Bathsheba Spooner. (The Hanging of Bathsheba Spooner)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:16.960 = Ghosts, Gravity, and Isaac Newton
00:10:55.835 = History’s Most Dangerous Toddler
00:21:08.570 = The Reappearing Handprint
00:30:50.521 = Little Boy Who Watched His Parents Die
00:36:24.952 = Hanging of Bathsheba Spooner
00:42:16.965 = Show Close
00:44:21.479 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “Never At Rest: Isaac Newton Biography” by Richard Westfall: https://amzn.to/39sjNS7
BOOK: “Ghostwalk” by Rebecca Stott: https://amzn.to/3eYzilN
BOOK: “Trent 1475: Stories of a Ritual Murder Trial” by Po-Chia Hsia: https://amzn.to/3fTNnSS
BOOK: “The Martyrdom of the Franciscans: Islam, the Papacy, and an Order of Conflict” by Christopher MacEvitt: https://amzn.to/39qHYjF
BOOK: “Most Haunted Crime Scenes in The World” by David Pietras: https://amzn.to/2CYWNxT
BOOK: “Murdered By His Wife” by Deborah Navas: https://amzn.to/2ZXkH5V
BOOK: “Bathsheba Spooner: A Novel” by Deborah Navas: https://amzn.to/3fZMMiq
“Ghosts, Gravity, and Isaac Newton” by Stuart Clark for The Guardian: https://tinyurl.com/yyuh7drh
“History’s Most Dangerous Toddler” by Candida Moss for The Daily Beast: https://tinyurl.com/yytph8ck
“The Reappearing Handprint” by Ellen Lloyd for Ancient Pages:

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Afraid To Live, Afraid To Die” (April 23, 1975)
00:49:00.668 = Diary of Fate, “David Dexter” (May 04, 1948) ***WD (LowQuality)
01:19:39.852 = Dimension X, “Potters of Firsk” (July 28, 1950) ***WD
01:48:23.057 = Doc Savage, “The Black Stick” (November 18, 1985)
02:14:53.623 = Strange Dr. Weird, “Knife of Death” (February 20, 1945) ***WD (LowQuality)
02:28:24.332 = Eleventh Hour, “Bad Day For Big Ben” (ADU) ***WD
02:58:09.831 = Escape, “Casting The Runes” (November 19, 1947) ***WD
03:28:54.591 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Time Traveler, aka Meddler’s Moon” (May 21, 1958) ***WD
03:47:56.250 = Fear on 4, “Green and Pleasant” (ADU)
04:17:46.709 = Five After the Hour, “Light Wife” (October 17, 1945) ***WD
04:43:43.732 = Future Tense, “Zero Hour” (May 23, 1974) ***WD
05:02:18.439 = Show Close

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Sting of Death” (April 21, 1975)
00:48:00.330 = Chet Chetter’s Tales from the Morgue, “The Fall and Rise of the Master Constipator” (1990)
01:18:48.751 = Cloak and Dagger, “Over Ground Railroad” (September 08, 1950)
01:49:27.403 = The Clock, “Aunt Emmy” (December 15, 1946)
02:18:25.670 = The Confession, “Peter W. Greer” (August 09, 1953)
02:49:43.636 = The Creaking Door, “Anna” (ADU) ***WD
03:17:50.299 = Dark Fantasy, “Edge of Shadow” (April 10, 1942) ***WD
03:43:54.804 = Sounds of Darkness, “Double Cross” (October 06, 1967)
04:11:56.972 = CBC Deep Night, “Birth” (ADU)
04:44:32.469 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Balance Sheet” (December 24, 1971)
05:13:18.439 = Show Close

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IN THIS EPISODE: Eastern State hospital was originally known as the Public Hospital for Persons of Insane and Disordered Minds, built in 1773. It was America’s first mental asylum – and the horrors in the minds of its patients couldn’t compare to the horrors of the asylum itself. (The Hauntings of Eastern State Mental Asylum) *** Weirdo family member Krysta Lee shares a personal encounter with a spirit in her bathroom. (Cool Hand On My Shoulder) *** Belief in witches, hexes, and powerful spirits was prevalent in the 19th century, and into the 20th century. In fact, in rural areas of Pennsylvania, it might still be practiced today. So it’s the perfect setting for a murder involving curses, and a local witch. (The Witch of Ringtown) *** Parking tickets, floppy disks and escaped victims – these helped catch a handful of serial murderers who would likely have never been caught otherwise. (When Killers Capture Themselves) *** It’s been called a freak of nature, as weird as it is beautiful. Seen here are terrifying flying entities, giant skeletons, and even the legendary Bigfoot. We’ll look at the mysterious, strange, and dangerous Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia. (Bigfoot, Giant Skeletons, and Okefenokee Swamp)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer, Cold Open and Show Intro
00:03:53.440 = Hauntings Of Eastern State Mental Asylum
00:15:49.893 = Cool Hand On My Shoulder
00:16:41.035 = When Killers Capture Themselves
00:31:12.595 = The Witch of Ringtown
00:46:39.419 = Bigfoot, Giant Skeletons, and Okefenokee Swamp
00:51:41.222 = Show Close
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Hauntings of Eastern State Mental Asylum” by Inigo Gonzalez for Ranker: https://tinyurl.com/y7n4tnk6
“Cool Hand On My Shoulder” by Weirdo family member Krysta Lee
“The Witch of Ringtown” from Strange Company: https://tinyurl.com/y9a6n4q2
“When Killers Capture Themselves” by Abbey White for The Line Up: https://tinyurl.com/ybpl4cfo
“Bigfoot, Giant Skeletons, and the Okefenokee Swamp” by Ellen Lloyd for Ancient Pages: https://tinyurl.com/y8emzv4f
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Originally aired: July 14, 2020

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “A Challenge For The Dead” (April 18, 1975)
00:47:39.767 = The Whistler, “The Other Woman” (November 22, 1942)
01:17:53.982 = Strange Wills, “Emily” (August 31, 1946)
01:49:14.687 = Witch’s Tale, “Knife of Sacrifice” (August 27, 1935)
02:15:35.940 = X Minus One, “Courtesy” (August 18, 1955)
02:41:16.256 = Strange Adventures, “Good Salesmanship” (ADU) ***WD
02:45:49.857 = Adventures of the Abbotts, “Blood Red Diamond” (March 06, 1955) ***WD
03:15:51.366 = The Avenger, “The Thoroughbred Murders” (September 07, 1945) ***WD
03:45:37.501 = Beyond The Green Door, “Jack The Ripper” (ADU)
03:50:08.219 = Beyond Midnight, “The Marble Room” (ADU) ***WD
04:19:02.381 = Boston Blackie, “Spy Ring, aka Alice Manleder Dead or Alive” (August 04, 1944)
04:49:16.065 = Box 13, “Double Right Cross” (November 28, 1948) ***WD
05:16:00.954 = Show Close
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IN THIS EPISODE: Between the years 1925 and 1927, a young teenage girl named Eleonore Zugun from Romania, became the most closely observed, investigated and tested poltergeist victim of the 20th century. Her story is terrifying. (The Romanian Poltergeist Girl) *** When you become a celebrity, you expect certain individuals to go past being fans and into being fanatics. Even stalkers. It’s always been that way. Not even Clark Gable was spared – and one woman named Violet made his life a living nightmare. (Dear Mr. Gable) *** There is a rumor that Jacques Cousteau dove to the bottom of Lake Tahoe and filmed a creature but did not release the film saying that “The world was not yet ready for what’s down there”. What is at the bottom of Lake Tahoe? (The Lake Tahoe Monster) *** There is a type of mass murder that draws true-crime connoisseurs like no other… familicide, more often called family annihilation. It is a crime that has invoked horror and fascination in equal measures.  (The Psychology of Family Annihilators)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:04:07.196 = Show Intro
00:06:22.567 = The Psychology of Family Annihilators
00:31:32.535 = Dear Mr. Gable
00:45:22.688 = Romanian Poltergeist Girl
01:01:31.721 = Lake Tahoe Monster
01:14:30.776 = Show Close
01:16:40.636 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Psychology of Family Annihilators” and “Family Annihilators Case Studies” by Fiona Guy for Crime Traveler:https://tinyurl.com/y3av5wxn, and Jody Allen for Stay At Home Mum: https://tinyurl.com/y2fuwnhh
“Dear Mr. Gable” is from Deranged LA Crimes: https://tinyurl.com/yyqletev, https://tinyurl.com/y4bou5s2
“The Romanian Poltergeist Girl” from Euro Paranormal: https://tinyurl.com/y59b7ojt
“The Lake Tahoe Monster” by Richard Freeman for Fortean Zoology: https://tinyurl.com/y4fxsdue
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IN THIS EPISODE: Elizabeth Short was brutally murdered in Los Angeles in 1947, her body cut in half and severely mutilated. Her killer has never been found, leaving one of the most infamous deaths in Hollywood history. Who killed the Black Dahlia?

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “Bloody Hollywood” by Troy Taylor: https://amzn.to/3hkUeVL
“Who Killed the Black Dahlia” by Troy Taylor for the book, Bloody Hollywood: https://amzn.to/3hkUeVL
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Originally aired: July 20, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington D.C., United States of America. It’s not just a nightmare during elections – it’s haunted all the time!

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Lingering Lincoln” from History.com: https://tinyurl.com/y22gofph
“Lincoln’s Ghost” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/y6zvkfyd
“Ghosts In The White House” from History.com: https://tinyurl.com/y8kdrlxz
“Is The White House Haunted” by Theresa Vargas for The Washington Post: https://tinyurl.com/y9wh4566
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Originally aired: November 03, 2020

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Through The Looking Glass” (April 17, 1975)
00:48:18.390 = BBC Spine Chillers, “Ghosting” (ADU)
01:17:23.965 = Stay Tuned For Terror, “The Bogey Man Will Get You” (ADU) ***WD
01:33:22.325 = Suspense, “Bride Vanishes” (December 01, 1942)
02:03:58.125 = Tales of the Frightened, “Deadly Dress” (ADU)
02:09:49.160 = Theater Five, “Dream of Death” (August 25, 1964) ***WD
02:31:46.043 = The Whisperer, “The Fight Game” (August 12, 1951) ***WD
03:02:07.448 = True Detective Mysteries, “Hitchhiking Psycho” (June 08, 1958) ***WD
03:25:36.706 = The Unexpected, “The Mink Coat” (ADU)
03:41:11.919 = Unit 99, “Suspicious Juveniles” (September 20, 1957)
04:08:35.458 = Unsolved Mysteries, “The Rue Morgue Mystery” (ADU) ***WD
04:25:29.863 = Weird Circle, “The Great Plague” (1943)
04:51:31.627 = Show Close
(ADU) = Air Date Unknown
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IN THIS EPISODE: If someone’s life depended on it, could you explain the concept of right and left to someone who had tentacles and had never heard of either? (Originally published in Galaxy Science Fiction magazine, October 1961.)

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Amateur in Chancery” by George O. Smith, from Galaxy Science Fiction magazine, October 1961:https://amzn.to/3C6W8Jd
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Originally aired: November 04, 2024

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IN THIS EPISODE: Learning of other races and cultures has been something man has sought knowledge of ever since they first discovered other races and cultures existed. But that’s the thing – you have to know those races and cultures existed in the first place. And there is one race known as the Oghar that very few know about – and it has been practically wiped from history. (Mystery of the Oghars) *** Lakes are often scenes of brutal crimes and dumping ground for murder victims, but you don’t often hear of the lake itself being the murderer. But one lake killed 1,700 people… in a single night. (The Lake Exploded) *** Imagine moving into a new home only to realize it already has a resident ghost living there – but not only that, but the ghost enjoys having full-blown two-way conversations with you through the walls. (The Beastie In The Walls) *** In 1593, a Spanish soldier named Gil Pérez claimed he traveled over 9,000 miles in just a few seconds. Supposedly he disappeared in Manila and appeared in Mexico. Is there any truth to the story, or evidence to back up his claim? (The Man Who Teleported) *** If you are a fan of the Neverglades Mysteries series that I’ve been releasing once in a while on Creepypasta Thursdays, then you’ll want to listen through the end of the Chamber of Comments because there’s a little piece of news about the Neverglades you might like to hear. *** A strange sighting took place in 1970 in Hiroshima Prefecture – and the way it’s described, it sounds like Japan might have it’s very own Sasquatch! And now, decades later – that beast might save the town it was spotted in. (The Bigfoot of Hiroshima)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:02:47.016 = Bigfoot of Hiroshima
00:12:06.080 = Mystery of the Oghars
00:19:46.910 = The Lake Exploded
00:25:29.258 = Beastie In The Walls
00:34:59.692 = The Man Who Teleported
00:39:36.874 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Bigfoot of Hiroshima” by Kohei Higashitani for The Asahi Shimbun: https://tinyurl.com/yxumxbju
“Mystery of the Oghars” by Ellen Lloyd for Ancient Pages: https://tinyurl.com/y54y8pl8
“The Lake Exploded” by Christina Skelton: https://tinyurl.com/y52q8l37
“The Beastie In The Walls” posted at Fortean Ireland: https://tinyurl.com/y5bxyfx8
“The Man Who Teleported” by Paolo Chua for Esquire Magazine: https://tinyurl.com/y3ez3aox
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Originally aired: October 09, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: The idea of the werewolf has been with us for a long time – the first mention of a werewolf that we know of is over two thousand years ago. We’ll look at the origins of the werewolf, look at whether they are actually real, and if so, how one goes about becoming one, and some of the cures believed to release the man from the beast. Of course, it’s not always the Wolf-Man… sometimes it’s the Wolf-Woman. We’ll look at the most fearsome lady werewolves throughout history! I’ll tell you about the trials and punishments of those convicted of being werewolves – many probably wish they’d have confessed to being witches instead! Plus, what if I was to tell you that werewolves truly ARE real – and that a small village has been terrorized by them for decades – right up to modern day? There is convincing evidence to back up my claim! All of this and more werewolfism can be found in this episode!

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:03:15.748 = Show Intro
00:05:26.934 = Ancient Origins of Werewolves
00:28:01.499 = Who’s Afraid of Virginia Werewolf?
00:37:51.005 = The Werewolf Trials
00:50:50.625 = The Lycanthrope Metaphor
00:57:56.994 = Lycans of Cannock Chase
01:06:19.496 = Little-Known Lycan Lore
01:09:19.764 = Show Close
01:11:32.929 = Bloopers

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “Giants, Monsters and Dragons” by Carol Rose: https://amzn.to/36k0VW0
BOOK: “The Werewolf Delusion” by Ian Woodward: https://amzn.to/2Sa74LV
BOOK: “The Book of Werewolves” by Reverend Sabine Baring-Gould: https://amzn.to/3jgTLp5
EPISODE: “The Werewolf Panic of the 1970’s”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/48s5bbkk 
EPISODE: “Werewolves of Central England”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2vpt52rn 
EPISODE: “Werewolf In The Bronx”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y3auryjk 
EPISODE: “A Summer of Werewolves”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p875ynn 
EPISODE: “Planet Werewolf”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yb6ck67a 
EPISODE: “The Beast Of The Land Between The Lakes”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5n8jcczz 
EPISODE: “The Beast of Barmston Drain”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mrs9j8xu 
EPISODE: “The Ohio Dogman”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8rc5su 
EPISODE: “The Skinwalker Ranch, Home To Real Werewolves”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p975j56 
EPISODE: “Hairy Humanoids of Texas”: 

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HOUR ONE: About 80 years after the black plague began, a different plague came upon England – a fatal one that would cause you to almost instantly perspire to death. (Death By Sweat) *** Most everyone is familiar with the plague in Europe in the early 1400s – but in the early 1900s it struck again. This time in San Francisco. If you’ve not heard that before, it could be because the U.S. government tried to cover it up. (The Plague of San Francisco) *** Of all the imagery that comes to mind when hearing the words “bubonic plague” the most prevalent is most certainly that of the doctors – and the odd, bird-like masks they would wear. Why they dressed that way is interesting – but what the doctors did while wearing those suits and in their labs as they tried to battle the illness is absolutely horrifying. (Plague Doctors) *** And it probably comes as no surprise that something so deadly and horrific as the black plague would leave behind some residual paranormal energy – and boy is there a lot of it. (A Plague of Ghosts)
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HOUR TWO: During the bubonic plague in the early Middle-Ages, those who became sick and were even suspected of having the plague, were forced to relocate to a quarantined island – Poveglia Island. The gruesomeness that took place there still continues today, with the island being illegal to visit – and reportedly, very haunted. (Inside Black Plague Island) *** We look at some of the bathing – and lack thereof – that took place during the bubonic plague, as well as some of the beliefs they had about diet and how it might protect from contagion. Some of the ideas of what people thought could protect them from the disease are nothing short of shocking. (Living With The Black Death)
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SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: We look at some of the bathing – and lack thereof – that took place during the bubonic plague, as well as some of the beliefs they had about diet and how it might protect from contagion. Some of the ideas of what people thought could protect them from the disease are nothing short of shocking. (Living With The Black Death – CONTINUED) *** Europe just could not escape plagues of any kind – for example, the plague that made you, against your will, keep dancing until you dropped dead. (The Dance of Death)
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SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW:
“Inside Black Plague Island” by Cheryl Adams Richkoff for Graveyard Shift: https://tinyurl.com/v85y7k6
“Plague Doctors” by Melissa Sartore for Ranker’s Weird History: https://tinyurl.com/rmap5d8
“Death By Sweat” by Melissa Sartore for Ranker’s Weird History: https://tinyurl.com/vqpvgrz
“The Dance of Death” by Melissa Satore for Ranker’s Weird History: https://tinyurl.com/u6kdwgp
“The Plague of San Francisco” by Melissa Brinks for Ranker’s Weird History: https://tinyurl.com/sbaht69
“Living With The Black Death” by Genevieve Carlton for Ranker’s Weird History: https://tinyurl.com/tcbo9af,https://tinyurl.com/sfkjhrg; and Kellen Perry for Ranker: https://tinyurl.com/u4bxkuf

What if ghosts don’t haunt forever? Paranormal expert Brian Sterling-Vete suspects some iconic spirits might be "retiring," appearing less often as they lose their haunting energy. Could ghosts run out of spirit and fade away for good?
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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01.56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “My Own Murder” (April 15, 1975)
00:48:38.599 = Mystery Playhouse, “Ghost With The Gun” (ADU) ***WD
01:14:38.042 = Price of Fear, “William and Mary” (September 08, 1973) ***WD
01:43:33.476 = Quiet Please, “Don’t Tell Me About Halloween” (October 27, 1947) ***WD
02:09:19.036 = Richard Diamond, “Tom Waxman Union Leader” (June 29, 1949) ***WD
02:40:30.205 = The Saint, “Case of the Unhappy Homicide” (March 03, 1948) ***WD
03:06:10.303 = Sam Spade, “The Death of Dr. Denhoff Caper” (August 09, 1946) ***WD
03:36:12.857 = The Sealed Book, “You Only Die Once” (September 09, 1945) ***WD
04:06:53.145 = The Shadow, “Traffic In Death” (September 25, 1938) ***WD
04:35:02.723 = Sleep No More, “Thus I Refute Beelzy Bookshop” (March 06, 1957) ***WD

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IN THIS EPISODE: Originally posted in “Worlds of If Science Fiction” magazine, February 1958. In the story, General David Walker as he navigates a dangerous situation involving the Interplanetary Confederation. The Confederation has developed a neural weapon that threatens United Terra's armament developments, putting them at risk of war. Walker must work with Dr. Otto Millet, a former physicist with a controversial past, to combat this threat. As Walker delves into Millet's history and motivations, he uncovers a complex web of intrigue and betrayal.
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Security Risk” by Ed M Clinton Jr.: https://amzn.to/3YwxNUM
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Originally aired: November 03, 2024

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IN THIS EPISODE: Joseph James DeAngelo was arrested and pleaded guilty; he received multiple life sentences, bringing the Golden State Killer trial to an end several decades after the murderer's bloody reign began. But the most shocking part of his story for most, even more so than the brutal and monstrous crimes, was the fact that he was a trusted member of law enforcement – a man the public was expected to trust and depend on. We’ll look at the crimes he committed… and the trial that finally put him away for good. Plus… imagine being married to someone for forty years, only to find out that person is the Golden State Killer. We’ll look at the life of Sharon Huddle, who understandably wants nothing to do with the press. Was she fooled by her husband for all those years, or did she know all along that her husband was truly a serial killer?

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE:
“Trial And Crimes of the Golden State Killer” by Marco Margaritoff for All That’s Interesting:  https://tinyurl.com/y9xl3wuy, https://tinyurl.com/y9xl3wuy
“Married To The Golden State Killer” by Marco Margaritoff for All That’s Interesting: https://tinyurl.com/y8ema7v4
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Originally aired: September 28, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: Nellie Meunch was accused of kidnapping. Her ingenious scheme to beat the charges? To kidnap again. (Kidnapping, Babies, and Blackmail) *** Before we knew it as tuberculosis, most knew it as consumption – and it was almost always fatal, with those who had it seemingly being consumed by the disease, which is probably how it got its name. So it should be no surprise that homes where the disease took up residence were devastated, and whether or not they are haunted by the paranormal, they are certainly haunted by the dark memories and energies of those who were consumed there. Including one particular home a doctor in 1915 will describe for us. (Consumption Cottage) *** Norfolk’s Horning Village is not your typical residential area of living – the village slips back and forth in time every five years. And one family knows that’s true, because they were stuck in one of the time slips. (Timeslip Village) *** When fans of the paranormal hear the name ‘Rendlesham’, the first thing that springs to mind is an incident that happened over three nights around Christmas 1980, when it was said that several spaceships visited the nearby airbase. What they don’t think of is Ariel the mermaid, or Daryl Hannah from the movie “Splash”. But maybe they should. (The Mermaid of Rendlesham) *** Isabella of France is a fantastically interesting historic figure, even more so because of how little-known she is. You’d think a queen who was known as a she-wolf would be something you might have read about in history class. (Isabella: She-Wolf of England) *** But first, the figure, who is known as 'Le Loyon' has been called Switzerland's answer to the Loch Ness Monster, wears a military uniform and a thick cloak, with a gas mask covering his or her face. Who or what is he? We begin with that story. (The Masked Man Le Loyon)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer, Cold Open, and Show Intro
00:04:31.759 = Masked Man Le Leyon
00:21:35.542 = Kidnapping, Babies, and Blackmail
00:25:28.491 = Timeslip Village
00:31:04.996 = Consumption Cottage
00:38:38.038 = Mermaid of Rendlesham
00:45:30.092 = Isabella, She-Wolf of England
00:57:17.573 = Show Close
00:59:46.306 = Bloopers (Featuring my bride and Miss Mocha Monster)
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
Book: “Cover-Ups and Secrets: The Complete Guide to Government Conspiracies, Manipulations and Deceptions” by Nick Redfern: https://amzn.to/2S20NC5
Book: “Haunted East Anglia” by Joan Forman: https://amzn.to/3i88eCe
Book: “Masks of Time” by Joan Forman: https://amzn.to/2Ez9bWt
Book: Two Suffolk Friends” by William Blackwood and Sons: https://amzn.to/2RYWbMT
Hidden East Anglia website: http://www.hiddenea.com
Griffmonster Walks website: https://griffmonster-walks.blogspot.com/p/home-page.html
“The Twelve Rules” episode: https://weirddarkness.com/archives/7101
“Ghosts on Death Row” episode:

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Intermediary” (April 14, 1975)
00:48:15.689 = The Mysterious Traveler, “No One On The Line” (September 01, 1946) ***WD
01:19:42.811 = Mystery House, “Murder For Laughs” (November 04, 1945) ***WD
01:45:09.504 = CBC Mystery Theater, “The Tell-Tale Heart” (1966) ***WD
02:12:11.977 = Night Beat, “I Know Your Secret” (April 10, 1950)
02:42:35.770 = Nightfall, “Future Fear” (August 15, 1980)
03:08:23.117 = Obsession, “Dynamite” (ADU) ***WD
03:40:07.431 = Origin of Superstition, “Crossing Your Fingers” (ADU) ***WD
03:55:44.752 = Peril, “Sidewalk Empire” (ADU) ***WD
04:20:24.917 = Phillip Marlowe, “Trouble Is My Business” (August 05, 1947) ***WD
04:49:34.601 = Show Close
(ADU) = Air Date Unknown
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IN THIS EPISODE: Originally posted in Galaxy Science Fiction, January 1952. "The Furious Rose" by Dean Evans is a science fiction short story set in a dystopian future where executions are mechanized and devoid of human emotion. Tony Radek, the Federal Executioner, navigates his role in an emotionally detached system where the condemned are subjected to "Neg-Emote," a process that strips them of their emotions following a guilty verdict.
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IN THIS EPISODE: Did you hear about the time Bigfoot and humans went to war against each other? It supposedly did happen in real life and I’ll tell you the story! (The Leflore County Bigfoot War) *** The body of 25-year-old Jason Chase was found several weeks after he had gone missing – but the cause of his death was a mystery to everyone for almost twenty years. (The Eerie Death of Hiker Jason Chase) *** There are people in life that you just would rather not deal with. Wouldn’t be great if you could just put them on ice and let some other future generation deal with that person? Well, aside from the morally unacceptable actions you’d have to take to make that happen, the technology for doing so might not be too far away. Some of the ulta-wealthy are making plans to be brought back to life later, or to live for a very long time, or… even to be immortal. (How The Super Rich Plan To Live Forever) *** Soon after moving into their quaint Massachusetts country home in 1981, Lui and Dale Passetto encountered a force of pure evil that almost destroyed them and their family. (The Passetto Family Possession) *** On August 29, 1890, a 16-year-old boy named Otto Lueth was hanged at the Ohio State Penitentiary in Columbus. He had been tried and convicted of the murder of Maggie Thompson, age 9 – a murder for which he had shown no remorse. It is a sad and tragic story… but also one of utter horror. (Otto Leuth and the Girl in the Cellar)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer, Cold Open, and Show Intro
00:04:18.874 = The LeFlore County Bigfoot War
00:17:48.964 = Eerie Death of Hiker Jason Chase
00:28:08.919 = Passetto Family Possession
00:35:11.283 = How The Super Rich Plan To Live Forever
00:40:21.180 = Otto Leuth And The Girl In The Cellar
01:05:08.429 = Show Close
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Eerie Death of Hiker Jason Chase” from StrangeOutdoors.com: https://tinyurl.com/y4kpf4dn
“The Leflore County Bigfoot War” by Michael Mayes for the Texas Cryptid Hunter website: https://tinyurl.com/y3lzcs3j
“How The Super Rich Plan To Live Forever” by Michael Moran for The Daily Star: https://tinyurl.com/y6sphdwf
“The Passetto Family Possession” by Jamie Bogert for TheLineUp.com: https://tinyurl.com/y3endz3u
“Otto Leuth and the Girl in the Cellar” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/y47sg32c
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Originally aired: September 21, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: “Don’t take candy from strangers” - that warning stemmed from a real kidnapping in 1874, made even more history-making by being the first kidnapping in U.S. history to demand money for the child’s safe return. (The First U.S. Kidnapping For Ransom) *** I’ll share true kidnapping stories told by the victims – stories you’ve never heard, because none of them made the evening news. (True Stories of Abduction) *** In some kidnapping cases, the victim outsmarts their abductor. We’ll look at a few quick-thinking abductees whose out-of-the-box thinking and determination to survive helped them to escape their captors. (They Outsmarted Their Kidnappers) *** In some cases of kidnapping, the victims have an opportunity to escape – but don’t. They even try to help those who abducted them in the first place. In many cases this indicates the victim is suffering from a terrifying type of brainwashing we’ve come to know as Stockholm Syndrome – and we’ll look at a few famous cases of it. (True Cases of Stockholm Syndrome) *** A beautiful California co-ed was kidnapped in 1974 - and two months later, she burst into a bank with a machine gun. We’ll look at how Stockholm Syndrome changed 19-year-old wealthy heiress Patty Hearst into a cold-blooded bank robber. (The Brainwashing of Patty Hearst)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open (“The Kidnap” short story)
00:03:49.464 = Show Intro
00:06:27.236 = First Kidnapping For Ransom
00:18:55.081 = True Stories of Abduction
00:42:54.389 = They Outsmarted Their Kidnappers
00:51:58.710 = True Cases of Stockholm Syndrome
01:09:14.363 = Brainwashing of Patty Hearst
01:24:56.408 = Show Close
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The First U.S. Kidnapping For Ransom” by Amanda Sedlak-Hevener for Ranker.com: https://tinyurl.com/y2v2q93v
“True Stories of Abduction” by Amanda Sedlak-Hevener for Ranker.com: https://tinyurl.com/yxgg53ez
“True Cases of Stockholm Syndrome” by Jonathan Sherman for Ranker.com: https://tinyurl.com/y5m33n4c
“The Brainwashing of Patty Hearst” by Genevieve Carlton for Ranker.com: https://tinyurl.com/y4d6kqhz
“They Outsmarted Their Kidnappers” by Cristina Sanza for Ranker.com: https://tinyurl.com/yxodhtot
The fictional short story I began the podcast with, “The Kidnap” is by Rajesh K.: https://tinyurl.com/yxn6xnpr
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00:02:41.222 = “Nightmare Teddy’s” by Ava Updegraff, age 8
00:04:12.211 = “Missing Mother” by Charlotte Shannon, age 9

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Phantom Stop” (April 11, 1975) ***WD
00:48:01.109 = Inner Sanctum, “Death In The Depths” (February 06, 1945) ***WD
01:19:18.197 = The Key, “Seppi and Pancho” (1956) ***WD
01:46:10.970 = The Lineup, “Gas Station Robbery” (September 23, 1950)
02:10:42.575 = MindWebs, “That Only a Mother” (ADU)
02:38:03.081 = Hollywood Mystery Time, “Case of the Glowing Eyes” (May 20, 1943) ***WD
03:07:49.284 = Molle Mystery Theater, “Breakdown” (June 12, 1945)
03:36:23.697 = Murder Clinic, “Tragedy at Marsden Manor” (October 06, 1942) ***WD
04:06:25.157 = Murder at Midnight, “The Man Who Died Yesterday” (December 02, 1942)
04:33:58.672 = The Black Museum, “The Old Wooden Mallet” (ADU) ***WD
04:59:49.573 = Show Close
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Originally published in Galaxy Science Fiction magazine, July 1951, the story “Pen Pal” by Stephen Marlowe introduces us to Matilda, a young woman looking for love by submitting letters to a literary magazine. That’s something much more common when the story was published in 1951 and probably pretty close to using a dating app these days. When she thinks she’s found the love of her life, things get really strange.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Pen Pal” by Stephen Marlowe: https://amzn.to/3AnH3m9
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Originally aired: November 01, 2024

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IN THIS EPISODE: When Roland T. Owen signed in to rent a room at the Hotel President in Kansas City on the afternoon of January 2nd, 1935, it began a chain of strange and bizarre events and behavior that baffle mystery and crime enthusiasts even today. (The Horror in Room 1046) *** If you are planning a visit to the beautiful Banff Hotel in the Canadian Rockies you might discover that the rumor is true, it very much is haunted. (Room 873 at the Banff Hotel) *** Does the ghost of a shoemaker continue to reside in Winston-Salem, North Carolina? (The Little Red Man of Old Salem)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:02:22.509 = Horror In Room 1046
00:22:17.666 = Room 873 At The Banff Hotel
00:30:49.353 = House On The Hill
00:37:27.477 = Little Red Man of Old Salem
00:49:38.991 = Show Close
00:51:44.067 = Bloopers
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Room 873 at the Banff Hotel” by Joseph D. Kubal for Spooky Things Online: https://tinyurl.com/y4zvrsza
“House on the Hill” by Weirdo family member Mona Thompson
“The Horror In Room 1046” by Undine for Strange Company: https://tinyurl.com/y32x9gkm
“The Little Red Man of Old Salem” by Tim Bullard for the Camel City Dispatch: https://tinyurl.com/y55n97f8
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Originally aired: September 18, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: We’ll look not only at the horrible events of the Jonestown massacre itself, but what life was like for those in The Peoples Temple cult before the mass suicide took place. Plus, we’ll look through the eyes of first responders who came upon the grizzly scene immediately after, and how they dealt with the horrors they stepped into.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Jonestown: Modern History’s Largest Mass Suicide” by Kellen Perry for AllThat’sInteresting.com: https://tinyurl.com/y3ccb3q5 (Includes links to videos with audio files used in this episode.)
“Life in the People’s Temple” by Beth Elias for Ranker.com: https://tinyurl.com/yygj5gey
“The Shock Felt By Jonestown First Responders” by Andy Kopsa for Time.com: https://tinyurl.com/y55coj9u
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Originally aired: September 14, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: A rare and haunting treasure: the long-out-of-print novelization of John Carpenter's 1979 horror classic *Halloween*, written by Curtis Richards. True to the original film but filled with deeper, darker layers, this book explores a chilling supernatural origin for Michael Myers, weaving ancient Druid lore and the eerie roots of Halloween itself into the fabric of his story. With scenes even more provocative than the film, I’ll be sharing a carefully edited version that captures the terror and suspense of this horror gem—without pushing the limits of decency.

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:37.276 = Prologue
00:14:22.524 = Chapter 01
00:25:05.703 = Chapter 02
00:36:56.609 = Chapter 03
00:46:04.639 = Chapter 04
01:06:59.000 = Chapter 05
01:19:51.077 = Chapter 06
01:35:07.275 = Chapter 07
01:41:50.178 = Chapter 08
02:16:24.382 = Chapter 09
02:21:54.378 = Chapter 10
02:53:03.716 = Chapter 11
03:11:07.134 = Chapter 12
03:29:58.674 = Chapter 13
03:54:40.092 = Chapter 14
04:16:24.504 = Chapter 15
04:44:55.884 = Show Close

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “Halloween” the movie novelization by Curtis Richards: https://amzn.to/3NM2TCR, https://amzn.to/3UTkP2D
MUSIC: “The Shape” by White Bat Audio: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/WhiteBatAudio
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Originally aired: October 21, 2024

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IN THIS EPISODE: As we step into the Halloween weekend, I thought it might be fun to share some Halloween-themed creepypastas. Four fictional stories, in fact. And to add to the “Halloweenishness” of this episode, rather than spooky music in the background, as you can already tell, I’m back at the campfire to tell you these spooky stories – because it just feels more like Halloween that way.

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00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Intro
00:01:34.394 = “The Murphy Horror House” by Kelly Foster
00:31:18.506 = “Don’t Take Your Eyes Off Your Children This Halloween” by Michael Richardson
00:49:15.522 = “Be Home By Midnight on Halloween Night” by SirScareMe
01:03:25.545 = “It Came From The Haunted House Across The Street” by SirScareMe
01:18:15.353 = Show Close
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Murphy Horror House” by Kelly Foster: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mrhhzd8n
“Don’t Take Your Eyes Off Your Children This Halloween” by Michael Richardson: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/6mvx38yp
“Be Home By Midnight On Halloween Night” by SirScareMe: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/62ne66aa
"It Came From The Haunted House Across The Street” by SirScareMe: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y6yffmf5
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Originally aired: October 31, 2021

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IN THIS EPISODE: These are a few ghost stories, just for the kids, to get them (and you) in the mood for the day’s spooky activities!

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
Ghost Stories for Kids from How Stuff Works: https://tinyurl.com/y53fb6o8
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Originally aired: October 31, 2021

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NOTE: Episodes in this series are low quality. You can still hear and understand the story, but some people may find the quality distracting. But you have to expect some degradation when listening to something that is almost 100 years old!

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open, Introduction to “Frankenstein”
00:02:45.307 = Part 01: “The Wanderer”
00:15:41.905 = Part 02: “Strange Genesis”
00:29:00.105 = Part 03: “The Power And The Price”
00:41:59.415 = Part 04: “The Monster Returns”
00:55:37.730 = Part 05: “A Death in The Woods”
01:08:07.079 = Part 06: “The Hunter And The Hunted”
01:21:37.945 = Part 07: “The Promise”
01:34:20.406 = Part 08: “Reunion on Ornkey Island”
01:47:21.544 = Part 09: “Bitter Homecoming”
02:00:22.336 = Part 10: “Vendetta”
02:12:39.672 = Part 11: “Escape and Exile”
02:25:29.324 = Part 12: “Pursuit”
02:38:20.743 = Part 13: “The Last Death”
02:51:40.621 = Show Close
(ADU) = Air Date Unknown
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Find more from Doorway To Nightmare at https://doorwaytonightmare.com.

IN THIS EPISODE: Winslow Swan from the Doorway To Nightmare podcast gave me the privilege of starring in one of their creepy episodes – and this is the result! If you like this episode, you might want to subscribe to their podcast – because in the near future I’ll be starring in another episode – Edgar Allan Poe’s classic, “The Masque of the Red Death!”

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IN THIS EPISODE: The 1938 radio drama of “War of the Worlds” by H.G. Wells, as performed by Mercury Radio Theater and Orson Welles.
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THIS EPISODE…
“War of the Worlds” by H.G. Wells. Radio script by Orson Welles, produced by Mercury Radio Theater
“War of the Worlds: The Greatest Halloween Prank Ever” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/yyo42gpw
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Originally aired: October 30, 1938

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IN THIS EPISODE: “The Last Voyage of Demeter” is an extract from the most terrifying vampire fiction in literary history, Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” from 1897. The thrilling novel is a gothic horror classic written in epistolary form through a series of journal entries, newspaper articles, and correspondence. This is the book’s suspenseful Chapter 7, delving into the final sea voyage of Demeter, the Russian ship unknowingly carrying Transylvania’s undead Count Dracula. When a ghost ship arrives in Whitby harbor, the locals search for clues about how the doomed vessel’s crew vanished. Soon, the captain’s log is discovered, but the translated correspondence does nothing more than strike terror in the hearts of all who read it. Weeks before its final destination, strange and supernatural events began haunting the ship. The captain started keeping a log to record the death, darkness, and fear that had taken hold of his crew. Of course, “The Last Voyage of the Demeter” was also recently made into a film – but we’re working from the original writings of Bram Stoker here, not a movie script.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “The Last Voyage of Demeter” by Bram Stoker: https://amzn.to/3KZnJ0z
BOOK: “Dracula” (full novel) by Bram Stoker: https://amzn.to/44sXcj4
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Originally aired: August 24, 20213

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Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde was a 15 minute radio serial that ran for 52 episodes from September 9, 1943 to February 16, 1944 starring George Edwards. George Edwards (born as Harold Parks, 11 March 1886 in Kent Town, South Australia – 1953) was an Australian actor and producer. Edwards was a pioneer of the radio serial in Australia.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library
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IN THIS EPISODE: If you ever missed death by an inch, and you believe you had a little help, you may be one of many people with guardian angel stories. Even for nonbelievers, a brush with real guardian angels is an encounter with the uncanny, proof of entities in the world beyond your line of sight. That's why real guardian angel stories, such as the ones I will share in this episode, are so creepy; even if it ends as a positive experience, it leaves you with a lot of lingering questions. Most people believe real guardian angels protect people from harm, but that doesn't make them less unnerving. After all, if angels truly are real, then so are the demonic forces they seek to protect people from.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Do I Have a Guardian Angel?” (Church of the Undead): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/doihaveaguardianangel
https://www.ranker.com/list/reddit-true-stories-of-guardian-angels/melissa-brinks
https://askanangel.org/angel-stories/
https://www.beliefnet.com/inspiration/angels/galleries/5-true-stories-of-heavenly-visitors.aspx
https://www.liveabout.com/angel-encounters-true-stories-2593644
https://www.liveabout.com/do-you-have-a-guardian-angel-2593567
https://www.learnreligions.com/deathbed-visions-of-angels-123844
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Originally aired: July 13, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: A Pittsburgh, Kansas radio host gets a fright from a UFO – and his report is so convincing it became one of the first officially investigated UFO reports in the U.S. *** Pauline Dakin's childhood in Canada in the 1970s was full of secrets, disruption and unpleasant surprises. She wasn't allowed to talk about her family life with anyone - and it wasn't until she was 23 that she was told why. *** Located in rural Kentucky and Tennessee, between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake is a land that witnesses say is home to a strange, almost undefinable creature.

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:02:13.923 = The Beast of the Land Between The Lakes
00:20:53.613 = Sworn To Secrecy As A Child
00:40:05.261 = 1952’s Close Encounter of the Third Kind
00:47:56.037 = Show Close
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
Documentary Film: “Hunt the Dogman: High Strangeness in Western Kentucky”: https://amzn.to/2EEdfER
“The Beast of the Land Between The Lakes” by Brent Swancer for MysteriousUniverse.org: https://tinyurl.com/yymqqxfm
“Sworn to Secrecy As a Child” by Sarah McDermott for BBC.com: https://tinyurl.com/y83nlozz
“1952’s Close Encounter of the Third Kind” by A. Sutherland for MessageToEagle.com: https://tinyurl.com/yxz6usl9
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Originally aired: August 28, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: Everyone knows about Dracula. Most everyone has seen at least one film starring the undead blood-sucker, or has read the novel by Bram Stoker. But only the real fans of Dracula know about the real people and true stories that inspired Bram Stoker to create the character.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “Transylvania Superstitions” by Emily Gerard: https://amzn.to/3vsAqrs
BOOK: “Carmilla” by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu: https://amzn.to/3cw291I
History.com, Ranker.com, AtlasObscura.com, InternationalHero.co.uk, HowStuffWorks.com, Universtiy of Iowa’s Victorian Wiki, Google Books, HistoryIreland.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mnrpdm36,
https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/eeypjjz3, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4et6ysvs,
https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5bcstakc, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/53vbu5dr, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bhd6f7yv,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y36n7y9v, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2nc96tjx, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2848x4mk
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Originally aired: March 16, 2021

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Death of Halpin Fraser” (April 10, 1975)
00:49:56.049 = Ghost Stories BBC, “Midnight Express” (ADU)
01:04:58.437 = Green Hornet, “There Was a Crooked Man” (May 24, 1938) ***WD
01:35:48.482 = Harry Lime, “Golden Fleece” (October 12, 1951)
02:02:22.025 = BBC’s Haunted Tales of the Supernatural, “Which One” (September 20, 1980)
02:30:40.019 = The Haunting Hour, “The Devil’s Deep” (ADU)
02:59:52.207 = Have Gun Will Travel, “No Visitors” (December 28, 1958)
03:25:18.940 = The Hermit’s Cave, “The Nameless Day” (ADU)
03:51:19.392 = Mystery Is My Hobby, “Snowbound” (ADU) ***WD
04:17:43.995 = Sherlock Holmes, “Purloined Ruby” (May 07, 1945) ***WD
04:48:25.205 = Incredible But True, “Enemy Unknown” (ADU)
04:51:58.096 = Show Close
(ADU) = Air Date Unknown
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IN THIS EPISODE: Five men disappear, and the more closely you look at the case, the more you question what exactly happened to each one of them. It is such a strange case, that a Yuba County, California police officer is quoted as saying, “This case is bizarre as hell.” (The Yuba County Five Disappearance) *** An incident of four men choosing to go skinny dipping ends up in court. (It’s a Matter of Honor, Your Honor) *** What started out to be a fun family outing on a pleasant summer day would soon take a horrible turn for an innocent five-year-old girl. (The Tragic Story of Nyleen Kay Marshall) *** Russian pilot Lieutenant Colonel Lev Vyatkin has had encounters with unidentified flying objects twice while in flight. And his second encounter left him shaken – and his plane’s wing glowing in the dark for days afterward. (UFO Shoots Ray at Russian Pilot) *** A pig pen goes up in flames – and you won’t believe what caused it! (Pig Poops Out Pedometer and Sparks Fire)

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00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open
00:03:15.438 = Show Intro
00:05:22.838 = Yuba County Five Disappearance
00:18:48.863 = It’s a Matter of Honor, Your Honor
00:29:12.711 = UFO Shoots Ray at Russian Pilot
00:36:56.540 = Tragic Story of Nyleen Kay Marshall
00:52:03.370 = Pig Pops Out Pedometer and Sparks Fire
00:53:41.557 = Show Close
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Yuba County Five Disappearance” by Jake Rossen for MentalFloss.com: https://tinyurl.com/y3mt46np
“It’s a Matter of Honor, Your Honor” posted at the website London-Overlooked: https://tinyurl.com/y23egyvd
“The Tragic Story of Nyleen Kay Marshall” by Crystaldawn for LostNFoundBlogs.com: https://tinyurl.com/yxeantme
“UFO Shoots Ray at Russian Pilot” by A. Sutherland for MessageToEagle.com: https://tinyurl.com/yywrvn5p
“Pig Poops Out Pedometer and Sparks Fire” by Mindy Weisberger for LiveScience.com: https://tinyurl.com/te2luo6(How to Dispose of Batteries: https://tinyurl.com/y33msrxt)
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Originally aired: August 26, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: Originally published in the magazine Thrilling Wonder Stories, December 1947. In the story, "World Organization" is like a world police. They've disarmed the states, & are powerful enough to keep them disarmed. That's when the USA initiates a war against Tri-Union, a sort of confederation in Europe. No weapons are used as they are outlawed by the World Organization. The idea then by the USA is to only do things that will irritate the Tri-Union to the point of surrender. Of course, there is retaliation. And counter-retaliation. And…

SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Irritated People” by Ray Bradbury: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/57s5vpsa
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
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Originally aired: October 28, 2024

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IN THIS EPISODE: Time travel, time slips, lost time, traveling to other dimensions and realities. They are all science fiction tropes that have reached the point of being cliché. But then what do you tell someone who says they have truly done those things? We’re going to look at some fascinating stories of people who claim to have somehow traveled through time or to another dimension. Some stories are decades old, others more than a century old, and some have happened so recently, they could’ve happened to your next door neighbor without you even knowing it.

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Intro (partial)
00:01:24.625 = “I’m Scared” by Jack Finney
00:36:56.814 = Show Intro (full)
00:42:24.641 = Stories of Time Travelers, Part 1
01:04:04.341 = Stories of Time Travelers, Part 2
01:19:49.668 = Time Travel Urban Legends
01:29:18.655 = Show Close
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
BOOK: “The Ghosts of Trianon” by Moberly and Jourdain: https://amzn.to/3gvLn2x
BOOK: “Flight Towards Reality” by Sir Victor Goddard: https://tinyurl.com/y3fwrpaw
BOOK: “Father Ernetti's Chronovisor: The Creation and Disappearance of the World's First Time Machine” by Peter Krassa: https://amzn.to/3j9fqPt
Stephen Wagner for LiveAbout.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6ep8jv9
Lucia Peters from Bustle.com: https://tinyurl.com/y5dw83f4
Olivia Muenter from Bustle.com: https://tinyurl.com/yxmjo267
Christopher McFadden for InterestingEngineering.com: https://tinyurl.com/y54s3lmt
The story, “I’m Scared” which I read at the beginning of the episode, was written by Jack Finney: https://tinyurl.com/y3kf7ksj
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
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Originally aired: August 25, 2020

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IN THIS EPISODE: A scream of brakes, the splash into icy waters, a long descent into alkaline depths ... it was death. But Ned Vince lived again ... a million years later, thanks to the strange creatures who had evolved on Earth after the Age of Man! Originally published in the magazine Amazing Stories, April 1956.
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Eternal Wall” by Raymond Z. Gallun: https://amzn.to/4fmrLwX 
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
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"I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46
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Originally aired: October 27, 2024

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IN THIS EPISODE: Deep in the bowels of London is a railway built to serve not the living citizens of the city above… but of the dead below. (Railway of the Dead) *** Sometimes they are kind towards humans, even assisting them if in distress, or giving gifts. But some consider them lustful and evil, and still others claim they are the risen dead of brutally killed women. And there are reports of them being seen even today. We’ll look at the history and lore of mermaids. (Mythical Mermaids) *** For years, Country singer Johnny Horton told friends of a premonition he couldn't shake. A premonition of his own death. Not just THAT he would be killed… but HOW. And he was eerily accurate. And that wasn’t the end of his tragic story. (The Last Ride of Johnny Horton) *** Camping can be an amazing experience, especially when with friends or family. But even surrounded by those you love, when it gets dark, the wilderness gets creepy. Was that just an animal in the woods you heard, or something more? Was that blur you just saw a trick of the light or is there really something circling your campsite? I’ll share some true stories of campers who experienced much more than what they bargained for. (Camping With Ghosts and Monsters)

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open
00:03:10.143 = Railway of the Dead
00:17:02.199 = Mythical Mermaids
00:27:27.513 = The Last Ride of Johnny Horton
00:41:12.907 = Camping With Ghosts and Monsters
00:54:55.213 = Show Close
SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“Railway of the Dead” posted at the website History ASM: https://tinyurl.com/yyyz2bhu
“Mythical Mermaids” by Gemma Hollman from JustHistoryPosts.com: https://tinyurl.com/y2zq4nng
“The Last Ride of Johnny Horton” by Robert A Waters for the website Kidnapping, Murder and Mayhem: https://tinyurl.com/y2gkdl35
“Camping With Ghosts and Monsters” by Stephen Wagner for LiveAbout.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6h5lhht
Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.
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Originally aired: August 19, 2020

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