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“CROOKED BONE” BY GERALD KERSH: A man’s twisted leg hides a darker twist in his past — and what he finally reveals will make your skin crawl. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: I’ve been looking forward to cracking open this one, because it’s from a book I received recently from my bride, Robin. She was at an estate sale and came across something she immediately knew I’d want… a book entitled “Alfred Hitchcock Presents A Month of Mystery”. It’s very much like his TV show where he shared short stories from numerous authors. This anthology was published in 1969, with stories dating back as far as 1936. You'll most definitely be hearing more of these in future episodes because I love old creepy stories like these. In this episode it’s a story by Gerald Kersh originally published in 1968. It’s called “Crooked Bone”. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Crooked Bone” is by Gerald Kersh from the anthology, “Alfred Hitchcock Presents: A Month of Mystery” by Random House: https://amzn.to/3hZSBjM ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 28, 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/CrookedBone

They preserved him like a rare species — but when death entered the exhibit, the real panic began. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: “Knock” by Fredrik Brown starts with a short-short story based on the following text of Thomas Bailey Aldrich: ***“Imagine all human beings swept off the face of the earth, excepting one man. Imagine this man in some vast city, New York or London. Imagine him on the third or fourth day of his solitude sitting in a house and hearing a ring at the door-bell!”*** Fredric Brown condensed this text to read "a sweet little horror story that is only two sentences long". Brown’s short story then goes on to elaborate on those two sentences and builds a more complete plot around them. “Knock” was originally published in the December 1948 issue of Thrilling Wonder Stories. There have been three different radio adaptations (Dimension X, X Minus One and the Sci Fi Channel's Seeing Ear Theatre). And now it gets another adaptation – in this episode. The story was also reprinted in The Best Science Fiction Stories: 1949. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Knock” by Fredrik Brown: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4cc9433d ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 20, 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/knock TAGS: weird darkness, weird darkness podcast, post-apocalyptic fiction, last man on Earth, alien zoo, sci-fi horror, psychological thriller, alien invasion story, end of humanity, weird fiction, speculative fiction, classic sci-fi, survival story, dystopian future, extraterrestrial captivity, thought-provoking horror, science fiction short story

The headstones don’t speak — but something beneath them remembers, and it’s not done watching the living. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate *** DOWNLOAD THE FREE PDF For This Episode's Word Search Game: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p867jcx DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Cemeteries are more than just resting places for the dead; they are steeped in history, emotion, and, some believe, paranormal activity. We’ll explore the eerie tales and scientific theories that make these hallowed grounds a focal point for ghostly encounters. (Unveiling The Secrets of Spirits At Cemeteries) *** Ever driven down a dark, winding country road and felt the hair on the back of your neck stand up? It’s very possible you did if you were traveling down Sleepy Hollow Road. This isn’t the Washington Irving tale of a hamlet in New York State – this is an infamous road in Kentucky with eerie legends of ghostly hearses, time warps, satanic rituals and haunted bridges. (The Sleepy Hollow of Kentucky) *** In the picturesque village of Bennington, Vermont, 18-year-old Paula Jean Welden disappeared on a chilly December afternoon in 1946. The case took many twists, including a fruitless search in the wilderness, misleading clues, and even the formation of the Vermont State Police due to criticism of the investigation. To this day, Paula's fate remains unknown. (Vanished: The Unsolved Disappearance of Paula Jean Welden”) *** In 1968, Spain experienced an unprecedented wave of UFO and humanoid sightings that left many mystified, terrified… and mesmerized. From encounters with mysterious figures in homes, to bizarre sightings outdoors, 1968 had the entire country of Spain talking about aliens from outer space. (1968: The Year Of High Strangeness) *** Despite humanity's efforts to control nature, sometimes the natural world pushes back in unexpected and chaotic ways. From a pigeon poop-induced blackout in Japan to a squirrel terrorizing a Welsh town, animals can disrupt our lives… and sometimes in humorous ways. (Man Vs Nature – When Animals Wreak Havoc) *** On a stormy night in April 1893, two condemned prisoners at Sing Sing Prison blinded a guard with pepper spray, and executed a daring escape down the Hudson River that left authorities baffled and the public enthralled. (The Great Escape From Sing Sing) *** You seemed to like my new film noir story idea, so I have another Murder Noir tonight – based on a true case from Halloween Day, 1981 when 11-year-old Karl Heikell told his parents he was going for a walk in Calumet, Michigan. He never returned home. (Murder Noir: The Case of the Vanishing Trick-or-Treater) *** Did pterosaurs, the ancient flying reptiles, truly vanish millions of years ago, or do they still soar through our skies? We’ll look at claims of modern-day sightings, some controversial theories, and a tantalizing photograph that challenges their extinction. Could these prehistoric flying giants still be among us in hiding? CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:00:46.290 = Show Open 00:04:10.752 = Unveiling The Secrets of Spirits In Cemeteries 00:15:33.766 = The Great Escape From Sing Sing 00:20:33.377 = Vanished: the Unsolved Disappearance of Paula Jean Welden 00:26:46.114 = The Sleepy Hollow of Kentucky 00:35:19.474 = 1968: The Year of High Strangeness 00:42:27.033 = Man Vs Nature – When Animals Wreak Havoc 00:53:40.741 = In Search Of Living Pterosaurs (links to photos below) 00:57:44.402 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “In...

Scientists have been poking around in the human brain again… and this time, it might end with talking toasters, telepathic Wi-Fi, and your Amazon Echo placing orders if you as much as daydream. Read the article: https://weirddarkness.com/makingrobocop/ WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.

A man caring for roses accidentally creates worms that grow to monstrous proportions and develop a taste for human flesh! Hear the story from The Devil and Mr. O! | #RetroRadio EP0390 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Ferret” (January 26, 1976) ***WD 00:48:05.369 = Confession, “Leo J Fowler Case” (August 30, 1953) 01:17:48.459 = Sounds of Darkness, “The Fish That Flew” (January 27, 1970) 01:43:40.249 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Revolt of Worms” (October 01, 1971) 02:15:16.149 = Dimension X, “The Last Objective” (June 03, 1951) 02:55:32.369 = The Strange Dr. Weird, “The House Where Death Lives” (November 07, 1944) (LQ) 02:55:32.279 = The Creaking Door, “White Scarf Strangler” (1965) ***WD 03:23:40.639 = The Eleventh Hour, “Jewel Robbery” (1941-1946) ***WD 03:53:50.709 = Escape, “The Log of the Evening Star” (March 14, 1948) 04:24:30.589 = Everyman’s Theater, “The Women Stayed at home” (December 20, 1940) ***WD 04:50:08.939 = Exploring Tomorrow, “Overpopulation” (April 09, 1958) ***WD 05:08:51.129 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown (LQ) = Low Quality ***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing. Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. = = = = = CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0390 TAGS: old time radio, otr horror, classic radio shows, vintage radio dramas, old radio mystery shows, 1940s radio horror, golden age radio, old time radio crime, horror radio shows, creepy old radio shows, true crime radio, supernatural radio plays, noir radio episodes, suspense radio classics, gothic radio dramas, macabre old time radio, haunted broadcasts, classic horror stories, spine-tingling radio, retro suspense tales, chilling audio drama, eerie radio mysteries, nostalgic thrillers, paranormal radio hour, best old time radio horror, top mystery radio shows, scary vintage radio episodes, listen to old radio horror, crime radio shows from the 1940s, old time radio podcasts, Weird Darkness Presents, retro horror podcast, creepy vintage audio, disturbing old radio, classic crime podcast

When the sun sets over the Navajo reservation, ancient legends come alive — and those who’ve seen the skinwalkers will never forget the eyes watching from the shadows. Download The PDF For This Episode's FREE Word Search Game: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mue9zcxh Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Numerous Reddit users describe their own personal encounters with strange creatures that might be described as werewolves or wendigos… but even further skin deep. (Skinwalkers and Shapeshifters) *** In 1836, an unsuspecting passerby entered the Gardette-LePrete mansion and uncovered a scene of unimaginable horror. (Blood Soaked Gardette LePrete Mansion) *** Is it possible that some classic UFO events were actually hallucinations by people on drugs? (Psychedelic UFO Sightings) *** Ann Hodges, the only person struck by a meteorite who survived it, suffered a nervous breakdown after a media frenzy and a court battle for meteorite ownership. (Struck By a Meteor) *** A mysterious sighting in the night spawned the legend of one of West Virginia's creepiest cryptids. (The Legend of the Flatwoods Monster) *** A Weirdo family member tells the story of a ghost named Matilda. (Matilda) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:35.685 = Show Open 00:03:27.394 = True Stories of Skinwalkers And Shapeshifters 00:45:35.637 = Blood Soaked Gardette-LePrete Mansion 00:50:49.458 = Psychedelic UFO Sightings 00:59:28.709 = Struck By A Meteor 01:07:33.569 = Legend Of The Flatwoods Monster 01:14:37.565 = Matilda 01:18:08.469 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Skinwalkers and Shapeshifters” by Nida Sea: http://bit.ly/2Xzkaml “Blood Soaked Gardette-LePrete Mansion” by Adam Karlin: http://bit.ly/2Lb3RKI “Psychedelic UFO Sightings” by Nick Redfern: http://bit.ly/2LSsETx “Struck By a Meteor” by Martin Chalakoski: http://bit.ly/2xBwmZ5 “The Legend of the Flatwoods Monster” by Orin Grey: http://bit.ly/32jIImG “Matilda” submitted anonymously to WeirdDarkness.com ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2022 EPISODE PAGE – Includes list of sources: https://weirddarkness.com/FaceToFaceWithFear TAGS: skinwalkers, navajo legends, shapeshifters, paranormal encounters, supernatural beings, cryptids, ghost stories, weird darkness, flatwoods monster, unexplained phenomena, true crime history, alien encounters, haunted mansion, UFO sightings, native american folklore, butcher of kansas city, real ghost experiences, mysterious creatures, horror stories, urban legends, paranormal eyewitness, creepy tales, folklore, unsolved mysteries, strange sightings, darren marlar, creepy podcast, supernatural podcast, scary stories

A 1950s passenger plane vanishes without a trace – then lands 35 years later with 92 skeletons still buckled in their seats. What is the truth of the story? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Critics of the Santiago Flight 513 story insist it’s nothing more than an urban myth or an attempt to sell newspapers. But is there evidence to contradict their conclusions? (The Time Warp of Santiago Flight 513) *** Help! Help! Oh, my God! Frank is murdering the whole family. Rouse the neighbors!” These cries from a terrified woman led to the story of several attempted murders – and a song that most have forgotten. (The 30th Street Murder) *** After a series of attacks on farm animals in Puerto Rico, numerous people reported sightings of the creature at fault. But the strange thing is that none of the reports seemed to match – as if each sighting was of a different unknown animal. (Chupacabra Shapeshifter) *** Behind his friendly demeanor lurked a deadly obsession with torture and murder. He soon earned the label, “The Butcher of Kansas City.” (Robert Berdella) *** Weirdo family member Chris Misulich tells the true story of him and his friends getting exactly what they asked for… and wishing they hadn’t. (Be Careful What You Wish For) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:00:55.109 = Show Open 00:03:02.086 = The Time Warp of Santiago Flight 513 00:09:10.878 = The 30th Street Murder 00:16:03.747 = Chupacabra Shapeshifter 00:22:03.309 = Robert Berdella, The Butcher of Kansas City 00:27:30.144 = Be Careful What You Wish For 00:32:51.986 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Time Warp of Santiago Flight 513” by Lew Hewitt: http://bit.ly/2xDYI56 “The 30th Street Murder” by Robert Wilhelm: http://bit.ly/2XwTlnz. “Chupacabra Shapeshifter” by Nick Redfern: http://bit.ly/2NIGfz5 “Robert Berdella – Butcher of Kansas City” by Orrin Grey: http://bit.ly/30sRCwJ “Be Careful What You Wish For” by Weird family member Chris Misulich ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/Flight513 TAGS: paranormal stories, unexplained mysteries, time travel, Flight 513, Chupacabra, shapeshifter, Robert Berdella, Butcher of Kansas City, serial killer, true crime, urban legends, historical murders, Puerto Rico mysteries, ghost stories, paranormal encounters, Weird Darkness, supernatural phenomena, historical true crime, cryptids, 30th Street Murder, camping horror stories, real-life horror

A forgotten cathedral, a sinister scrapbook, and a demon sketched from memory — some illustrations should never come to life. *** Hear the story from BBC’s radio show, Ghost Story in the episode, “Canon Alberic’s Scrapbook!” | #RetroRadio EP0389 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Slick And The Dead” (January 23, 1976) ***WD 00:47:35.109 = The Whistler, “Justice” (June 12, 1943) 01:18:11.389 = The Witch’s Tale, “Statue of Thor” (May 22, 1933) 01:42:11.659 = X Minus One, “Time And Time Again” (January 11, 1956) 02:11:17.929 = ABC Mystery Time, “Sherlock Speckled Band” (May 01, 1956) ***WD 02:35:59.329 = Strange Adventure, “Savage One” (1945) ***WD 02:39:23.949 = Appointment With Fear, “Morning Glory” (July 19, 1943) ***WD 03:07:59.619 = BBC Ghost Story, “Canon Alberic’s Scrapbook” (1997) 03:22:50.619 = Beyond The Green Door, “John Otis – Mr. Dunn, Disposer” (1966) ***WD 03:26:59.151 = Box 13, “Dan and the Wonderful Lamp” (March 27, 1949) 03:54:41.309 = Incredible But True, “Two Heads Are Better” (1950-1951) 03:58:40.349 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From The Morgue, “The Bitter Pill” (1992) 04:29:14.209 = The Clock, “Angel With Two Faces” (May 25, 1947) ***WD 04:52:46.103 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown (LQ) = Low Quality ***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing. Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. = = = = = CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0389

What really happened inside the Borden house that bloody summer morning — and could Lizzie’s silence have been hiding more than just guilt? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: She looms large in the annals of American crime lore. A romantic relationship gone awry and troubles at home could explain why many still believe Lizzie Borden killed her parents. (Spending The Night With Lizzie Borden) *** Many years before Adolph Hitler and Germany’s Nazis created Auschwitz, there was another concentration camp that experienced deaths in tens of thousands. But this encampment of turpitude wasn’t located in Germany – or anywhere near Europe. It was located in the land of the free… the home of the brave. The USA. (The Devil’s Punchbowl) *** Several people have returned from their near-death experiences reporting they were briefly in the fiery pits of hell. Is there any truth to their claims? (They Escaped Hell’s Clutches) *** Have you ever seen what appears to be a shadow person or dark figure (stationary or moving) with your own eyes, close up or far away, ​maybe even in your peripheral vision or dream state? Perhaps you have felt the sensation of someone standing behind you and then you turn around but no one was there? What is it that you are seeing when this happens? (Who Are The Shadow People?) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:00:50.704 = Show Open 00:02:54.240 = Spending The Night With Lizzie Borden 00:19:18.753 = They Escaped Hell’s Clutches 00:26:44.011 = The Devil’s Punchbowl: America’s Concentration Camp 00:34:34.889 = Who Are The Shadow People? 01:02:18.973 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Spending The Night With Lizzie Borden” written by Darren Marlar ***Sources include Aliza Polkes: http://bit.ly/2X60g70, Zillow: http://bit.ly/2X6TmOM, Kelly McClure: http://bit.ly/2KDy3hj, Catherine Phelan: http://bit.ly/2xkNsdv, Sarah Mangiola: http://bit.ly/2xdVd55. Lizzie Borden monologue written by Brandy Purdy:https://amzn.to/2IRCCTb, female narration by voice actor Katrina Carpenter: http://bit.ly/2Jdd8hZ “The Devil’s Punchbowl: America’s Concentration Camp” by Claire Bernish: http://bit.ly/2YeAlqd “They Escaped Hell’s Clutches” posted at Earth Chronicles: http://bit.ly/2xoGl49 “Who Are The Shadow People?” by Natalia Kuna: http://bit.ly/2X10esl ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 05, 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/LizzieBordenFinalTestimony TAGS: Lizzie Borden, Lizzie Borden axe murders, Fall River Massachusetts, Abby Borden, Andrew Borden, Borden murders, true crime podcast, historical true crime, unsolved murders, 1800s murder case, Victorian crime, female killers, women who kill, Lizzie Borden trial, Borden house ghost, Maplecroft Mansion, haunted bed and breakfast, historical fiction,...

These orphanages once held children… now they hold something far more chilling. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: We’ll explore chilling stories of haunted orphanages, where the echoes of heartbroken and lonely children linger long after the buildings have been abandoned. (Haunted Orphanage Stories) *** “If only these walls could talk,” we’ve heard people say. But what if the walls could talk? In the world of paranormal investigations, the “Stone Tape Theory” is gaining recognition – or at least raising eyebrows and intrigue. Could the walls of your home have recorded your horrific death – and then replay that scene as a haunting? (The Stone Tape Theory) *** One thing is for sure in this life – and that is, your life will eventually cease. How you go out could make or break your legacy. Freak accidents are something you’d probably want to avoid, but they happen – and I have a few examples to share. (Weird Deaths) *** In the misty expanse of Bodmin Moor, a tragic tale of love, jealousy, and murder unfolded in 1844. When Charlotte Dymond's lifeless body was found, all eyes turned to her lover, Matthew Weeks, whose subsequent execution left many questioning his guilt. (The Tragic Tale of Charlotte Dymond) *** The Urantia Book – a fascinating and controversial text that blends science, religion, and philosophy into a cosmic narrative of divine beings and celestial order. But no one knows who wrote it. (The Urantia Book Of Cosmic Thought) *** I’m trying something new by telling a true story of old murder in an old detective style… I call it “Murder Noir” and tonight’s case will be the death of Jeanette Earnest in Fort Worth in 1954. (Murder Noir, Jeanette Earnest) *** On Monday 17th October 1814, a terrible disaster claimed the lives of at least 8 people. A bizarre industrial accident resulted in the release of a tsunami onto the streets of London… comprised entirely of beer. (A Sudden Wave of Suds) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:11.492 = Show Open 00:04:10.942 = Haunted Orphanage Stories 00:17:50.495 = The Urantia Book of Cosmic Thought 00:24:16.312 = The Tragic Tale of Charlotte Dymond 00:29:43.049 = The Stone Tape Theory 00:39:43.488 = Weird Deaths 00:48:41.582 = A Sudden Wave of Suds 00:53:53.546 = Murder Noir: “The Case of the Obsessed Uncle” 01:00:44.516 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Haunted Orphanage Stories” source: Elle Tharp, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yjhkvhs7 “The Urantia Book Of Cosmic Thought” source: Zoe Mitchel, Anomalien.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2yax9yes(Read the Urantia Book online: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4e5a45ca) “The Tragic Tale of Charlotte Dymond” source: Les Hewitt, Historic Mysteries: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4aczfd8r “Murder Noir: The Case of the Obsessed Uncle” source: Robert A. Waters, Kidnapping, Murder and Mayhem:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/39mw7shb “Weird Deaths” written by Kelsie Christine McConnell for The-Line-Up.com (used with permission):https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckzkny2 “A Sudden Wave of Suds” source: Ben Johnson, Historic-UK.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8br9ap “The Stone Tape Theory” by Rachel Elizabeth for The-Line-Up.com (used with permission):https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8rfdy8 ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever...

The lady of an old English manor and estate is determined not to let anyone usurp her position – otherwise they’ll have to deal with the LADY OF THE MIST! Hear the chilling tale from CBS Radio Mystery Theater! | #RetroRadio EP0388 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Lady of the Mist” (January 21, 1976) ***WD 00:47:23.239 = BBC Spine Chillers, “Eris” (1984) 01:18:02.039 = Stay Tuned, “The Bogey Man Will Get Your” (1945) ***WD 01:33:36.039 = Strange, “Deja Vu In France” (1955) ***WD 01:49:43.859 = Suspense, “The ABC Murders” (May 18, 1943) ***WD 02:18:29.759 = Tales of the Frightened, “Don’t Lose your Head” (1957) 02:24:27.749 = Tales From The Tomb, “A Ghost Or a Vampire” (1960s) 02:31:05.909 = Theater Five, “Odyssey of Number Fourteen” (September 22, 1964) 02:52:59.579 = The Unexpected, “Handle With Care” (1948) 03:05:42.679 = Unit 99, “Investigate Prowler” (January 31, 1958) 03:29:53.299 = Unsolved Mysteries, “Indian Fakir” (February 17, 1944) ***WD 03:45:43.989 = Dark Venture, “Pursuit” (July 31, 1945) ***WD 04:16:34.559 = The Weird Circle, “Cask of Amontillado” (April 09, 1944) 04:45:58.981 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown (LQ) = Low Quality ***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing. Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. = = = = = CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0388

In 1916, Marion Lambert was found dead in the snow with cyanide on her hand. Today her ghost still lingers for justice and closure. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Author Troy Taylor tells one of his favorite true ghost tales – it’s the haunting story of Marion Lambert, the girl in the snow. (The Girl In The Snow) *** A boy thinks he sees a man in his rearview mirror, but the figure disappears – just to reappear again. And it was then that the terrifying things began to happen to his family. (Angel of Death In The Rearview Mirror) *** Native Americans have a legend of a terrible skinwalker that not only can shapeshift, but also control its victims by thought. (Mind Controlling Skinwalker) *** A girl’s sleepover with friends turns into a literal nightmare. Weirdo family member Jacque Sicks tells her story. (Slumber Party of Horror) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:18.658 = Show Open 00:02:51.847 = The Girl In The Snow 00:26:40.551 = Angel Of Death In The Rearview Mirror 00:29:27.995 = Mind Controlling Skinwalker 00:36:44.041 = Slumber Party of Horror 00:41:09.738 = Show Close SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Girl In The Snow” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2I5AgOW “Angel of Death In The Rearview Mirror” by Zarza: http://bit.ly/2K9c0xM “Mind Controlling Skinwalker” by Ellen Lloyd http://bit.ly/2HHNO3T and A. Sutherland http://bit.ly/2W293Bs for Ancient Pages “Slumber Party of Horror” by Jacque Sicks, submitted to WeirdDarkness.com ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: May 29, 2019 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/GhostOfTheGirlInTheSnow TAGS: Marion Lambert, Will Orpet, Marion Lambert murder, Lake Forest mystery, 1916 murder case, Marion Lambert ghost, unsolved historical crimes, Weird Darkness podcast, Sheridan Road ghost, ghost of Marion Lambert, cyanide poisoning case, early 20th century murder, true crime podcast, haunted Illinois, paranormal Illinois, true ghost stories, Deerfield High School murder, Sacred Heart Convent Lake Forest, vintage true crime, ghostly apparitions, haunted Sheridan Road, famous murder trials, historic murder cases, Midwest true crime, haunted forest story, Marion Lambert haunting, tragic love story murder, spectral sightings Illinois, Chicago true crime history, Weird Darkness true crime, supernatural unsolved cases

He aimed at an elk — and ended up aboard a cube-shaped spaceship with paralyzed animals and a toothy alien named Ausso One. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: In October 1974, Carl Higdon ventured into Wyoming's wilderness for a routine elk hunt, only to encounter something beyond belief: a humanoid figure and an otherworldly craft. His shocking encounter, complete with mysterious pills, a transparent cube, and a journey to an alien planet, defies explanation and continues to baffle experts to this day. (Ausso One, The Non-Human Humanoid) *** In a remote Mexican village, a young boy stumbles upon a gruesome ritual led by a self-proclaimed goddess, Magdalena Solis. As the cult's depravity spirals out of control, the authorities descend upon the village, uncovering a tale of human sacrifice, orgies, and drug-fueled madness. (High Priestess of Blood) *** In the early morning hours of August 26, 1986, the lifeless body of 18-year-old Jennifer Levin was discovered in Central Park, sparking a media frenzy that would dub her murderer, the "Preppy Killer." (Robert Chambers: The Preppy Killer) *** Small mistakes can have big consequences, especially when they happen at critical moments in history. From an unlocked gate that led to the fall of Constantinople to a forgotten login that halted background checks for gun permits, we’ll look at a few “brain farts” that changed the course of history in ways no one could have predicted (Small Mistakes, Big Consequences) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:00.175 = Show Open 00:03:24.124 = Ausso One: The Non-Human Humanoid 00:21:12.207 = Robert Chambers: The Preppy Killer 00:34:03.260 = The Elusive Holy Grail 00:41:35.491 = The High Priestess of Blood 00:52:29.335 = Small Mistakes, Big Consequences 00:58:58.658 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The High Priestess of Blood” by Troy Taylor (used with permission): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2w4b35w5 “Small Mistakes, Big Consequences” source: Jordan Breeding, Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p99tmau “Ausso One, The Non-Human Humanoid” source: Marcus Lowth, UFOInsight.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4acyve4n “The Elusive Holy Grail” source: Austin Harvey, All That’s Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckj9sj5 “Robert Chambers; The Preppy Killer’ source: Cat McAuliffe, Unspeakable Crimes: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8pp9kj ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 03, 2024 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MedicineBowIncident TAGS: UFO encounter, Carl Higdon, alien abduction, Medicine Bow National Forest, Wyoming UFO, 1974 UFO sighting, extraterrestrial encounter, Ausso One, real alien stories, unexplained phenomena, elk abduction, cube-shaped UFO, physical evidence UFO, strange...

Their marriage survived two decades... but not a dropdown menu. Read this #MindOfMarlar article: https://weirddarkness.com/tilldohdouspart/ WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.

HOUR ONE: Just because the Ouija board is made by a board game manufacturer does not mean it should be treated like a toy – as many have discovered. *** The similar game, Charlie Charlie seems more innocent – but is so dangerous that in one school where children were playing it, they had to call in an exorcist. *** And you never know when playing any of these types of games what kind of spirit you might be inviting into our realm – but I can tell you this…. It’s never good. They might pretend to be good, but that’s far from the truth. And one particular demon has found notoriety through the Ouija board community, a demon you don’t want to risk opening a door for. It’s name is Zozo. ========== HOUR TWO: Did lost cosmonauts make it into space before Yuri Gagarin? (The Tombs in Space) *** Don't take a gift from Gracie Watson's grave... or her life-like statue might cry tears of blood. (Gracie’s Ghost) *** Did Bonnie Scott run away? Was she kidnapped? Murdered perhaps? All anyone knew was that no one had a clue where she was. She had simply disappeared without a trace. (The Murder of Bonnie Leigh Scott) *** A latchkey kid comes home to an empty house… or so they thought until they heard footsteps in another room. (The Laundry Room) ========== SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: People often encounter strange and frightening things when they experience sleep paralysis – but in one particular story, the horrors began well before going to bed. (Sleep Paralysis in Bangkok) *** Samuel Joselyn was buried in 1810 in a North Carolina cemetery. Unfortunately, it doesn't appear that Samuel was actually DEAD at the time of his burial! (Buried Alive in Wilmington) *** in 1894 Rosa Lochner was a witness to murder, but she had been deaf since birth and her spoken vocabulary was limited. So how could she testify against the accused? (Murder In Pantomime) *** A boy wakes to find his previously closed curtains now open – and the only explanation involves a previous resident of the house he’s now living in. (Strange Manifestations) *** Mention the word “Chupacabra” and most people will think of a strange, hairless dog-like animal. They are never described as having the ability to fly… until now. (Winged Chupacabras) *** These UFOs aren’t shiny metallic discs or cigar-shaped spaceships. They are humanoid – and they fly without the help of a jetpack, wings, cape or even a broom to sit on. And the sightings are still coming in all throughout Mexico. (The Flying Humanoids of Mexico) *** The North Carolina Cherokee have a story about how dangerous it can be even near a calm river – where the waters can suddenly foam and a giant beast can appear on the rocks. (James and the Giant Leech) *** Supernatural women, shadowy men, odd animal sightings, and more… they can all be found at late-night truck stops if you’re not careful. (Truck Stop Horror Stories) ========== SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW: “Charlie Charlie” https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ydpwych9, and “Ouija Boards” https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mzyfmweeby Jacob Shelton for Graveyard Shift “ZoZo the Ouija Board Demon” by Maggie Clendenin for Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/xtc8x9pe “The Tombs in Space” posted at The Unredacted: http://ow.ly/nW5U30mwbWw “Gracie’s Ghost” by Gary Sweeney for The Line Up: http://ow.ly/arFz30mwaLc “The Murder of Bonnie Leigh Scott” by Troy Taylor for American Hauntings Ink: http://ow.ly/v6wX30mwbwW “The Laundry Room” submitted anonymously to Weird Darkness “Sleep Paralysis in Bangkok” by MarkiO for YourGhostStories.com: http://ow.ly/FUOD30mwc0C “Truckstop Horror Stories” by Erin McCann for Ranker: https://tinyurl.com/wldxxnl “Buried Alive in Wilmington” by TheresaHPIR for Theresa’s Haunted History of the Tri-State: https://tinyurl.com/rr4cvoh “Murder in Pantomime” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/y97rswf5 “Strange Manifestation” by Brian Abraham posted at My Haunted Life Too: https://tinyurl.com/wmlzd22 “Winged...

In this dystopian tale set in the year 2076, crimes against society are punishable by community service — in show business. A time traveler moves forward in time and discovers a future where the business is anything but entertaining; and where stunts and special effects often lead to death. Hear the story from CBS Radio Mystery Theater! | #RetroRadio EP0387 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “There’s No Business Like” (January 19, 1976) ***WD 00:47:28.376 = Quiet Please, “I Always Marry Juliet” (April 05, 1948) ***WD 01:17:13.599 = Radio City Playhouse, “First And Last” (November 15, 1948) 01:47:58.959 = Boulevard of Make Believe, “Wally Talks to Police” (ADU) 02:02:29.616 = Richard Diamond, “William Carter Memory Loss” (November 26, 1949) 02:31:42.875 = Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, “Killed By Bashfulness” (1930) ***WD 02:34:57.968 = The Saint, “Reflection On Murder” (August 20, 1950) 03:05:21.009 = Sam Spade, “Quarter Eagle” (November 28, 1948) ***WD 03:30:45.949 = The Sealed Book, “My Beloved Must Die” (July 22, 1945) 04:01:12.489 = The Shadow, “House of Fun” (October 22, 1939) ***WD 04:27:13.189 = Sleep No More, “I Am Waiting” and “Browdean Farm” (January 23, 1957) 04:57:46.399 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown (LQ) = Low Quality ***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing. Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. = = = = = CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0387

A man who believes in the spirit world writes a letter to his brother from beyond the grave — and in it, he predicts the exact date his brother will die! | #RetroRadio EP0386 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Elixir of Death” (January 14, 1976) ***WD 00:49:00.189 = The Mysterious Traveler, “Death Writes a Letter” (May 18, 1948) 01:18:57.409 = CBC Mystery Theater, “The Signal-Man” (1968) ***WD 01:49:06.629 = Night Beat, “Old Home Week” (September 04, 1950) 02:19:25.949 = CBC Nightfall, “Future Fear” (May 08, 1981) ***WD 02:49:49.259 = Mr. And Mrs. North, “Pam Stays Out of Trouble” (August 09, 1944) 03:20:31.959 = Obsession, “A Question of Personality” (October 09, 1950) ***WD 03:43:13.109 = Origin of Superstition, “Lose Baby’s First Pair” (1935) ***WD 03:58:51.439 = Philip Morris Playhouse, “Murder Needs An Artist” (May 06, 1950 ***WD 04:26:26.559 = Adventures of Ellery Queen, “Number Thirty-One” (September 07, 1947) ***WD 04:55:20.217 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown (LQ) = Low Quality ***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing. Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. = = = = = CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0386

When a detective’s daughter vanished in 1930s Denver, it looked like a kidnapping — but what unfolded behind closed doors was a domestic nightmare involving poison, deception, and a stepmother with a deadly secret. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: They found the first body stuffed inside the church library’s closet. Then a second body turned up. It’s the creepy case of Theo Durrant – better known in San Francisco as the Demon of the Belfry. (Demon of the Belfry) *** In 1989 a man anonymously claimed he had worked at Area 51 where alien technology was being reverse-engineered for the Pentagon. It sounded like the crazed thoughts of a madman at the time. But now, thirty years later, it does not seem so absurd. (Bob Lazar, The Pentagon, And UFOs) *** One of our Weirdo family members tells the true story of a young child told not to be sad when her grandfather passes away… before anyone knew he had died. (The Old Woman In The Basement) *** Some very strange things have been taking place in Sedona Arizona – including ghosts, UFOs, and even people supposedly seeing living dinosaurs. (Strangeness at the Bradshaw Ranch) *** Is it possible that the reason Jack The Ripper was never caught, is because he was only visiting London at the time and then returned to his home in Missouri, USA? (Was Jack The Ripper From St. Louis?) *** It’s a story called “Murder Without Motive”. It’s a chapter from the upcoming audiobook I’m narrating called “Suffer The Children: American Horrors, Homicides, and Hauntings” by Troy Taylor. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:03:25.609 = Show Open 00:05:39.964 = Murder Without Motive 00:40:31.066 = Was Jack The Ripper From St. Louis? 00:54:08.389 = Strangeness At Bradshaw Ranch 01:06:54.694 = The Old Woman In The Basement 01:13:20.939 = Bob Lazar, The Pentagon, and UFOs 01:17:56.029 = Demon Of The Belfry 01:22:42.826 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Murder Without Motive” by Troy Taylor from the audiobook “Suffer The Children”: https://amzn.to/2YNrSdk “Was Jack The Ripper From St. Louis?” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2HG5QUh “Demon of the Belfry” by Orrin Grey: http://bit.ly/2JJbsiO “Bob Lazar, The Pentagon, And UFOs” by George Knapp and Matt Adams: http://bit.ly/30IC60u “Strangeness at the Bradshaw Ranch” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2JI4Dhz “The Old Woman In The Basement” by Ashley Delia, submitted directly to WeirdDarkness.com ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June, 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/MurderWithoutMotive TAGS: true crime, paranormal, supernatural, Weird Darkness, Pearl O’Loughlin, Leona O’Loughlin, child murder, 1930s crime, murder without motive, Denver true crime, female killers, stepmother crimes, historical murder cases, true crime podcast, Bradshaw Ranch, Sedona Arizona, UFO sightings,...

More aircraft and people vanish here than in the Bermuda Triangle — but no one can explain why. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: Werewolves being spotted in Wisconsin have been reported as far back as 1936. Then again in 1964 and 1972. But there had been nothing like the reports that came out of the area near Delavan, starting in 1989. (The Bray Road Beast) *** A teen finds two dead bodies, side by side, both wearing raincoats. But the disturbing thing is that both dead men were wearing lead masks. And that’s not the end of the strangeness. (The Case of the Lead Masks) *** A woman sees something so horrifying she turns the rest of her life over to Jesus Christ so she will remain protected. (My Skinless Demon) *** Over 2,000 flight disappearances over the past 60 years… that’s three missing planes every month. You might think I’d be referring to the Bermuda Triangle… but I’m not. There’s a lesser-known but significantly more dangerous triangle near Area 51 in Nevada. (2,000 People Go Missing In The Nevada Triangle) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:14.530 = Show Open 00:03:16.053 = Disappearances In The Nevada Triangle 00:19:55.949 = The Case of the Lead Masks 00:26:32.926 = My Skinless Demon 00:31:07.402 = The Beast of Bray Road 00:59:33.006 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Case of the Lead Masks” by Xavier Ortega: http://bit.ly/2HJuPET “My Skinless Demon” by GayLelu: http://bit.ly/2Jw4IF8 “People Go Missing In The Nevada Triangle” by George Knapp, Matt Adams (link no longer available), Joe Shoenmann (http://bit.ly/2LSm6Wf), and Brent Swancer (http://bit.ly/2WlTkle) “The Bray Road Beast” (http://bit.ly/2VQa5VT) and “Werewolves of Wisconsin” (http://bit.ly/2LXsCLJ) by Troy Taylor ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2020 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/NevadaTriangle

A glamorous Hollywood starlet, a gangster’s threat, and a mysterious death in a garage — was Thelma Todd’s end an accident, or a murder buried by old Hollywood? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised. IN THIS EPISODE: She was sexy, she was flirtatious… then she was dead. Who killed actress Thelma Todd, and why does her ghost still linger in Hollywood? (Death Of The Ice Cream Blonde) *** A woman has been haunted by a dark,cloaked and hooded entity for the past eighteen years. And it’s real – because her husband has seen it too. (Followed By A Hooded Entity) *** Gary Heidnik didn't just kidnap, torture, and murder women in the basement of his house of horrors — he got one of his victims to help. (Gary Heidnik: The Inspiration for Buffalo Bill) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:08.935 = Show Open 00:02:30.791 = Death Of The Ice Cream Blonde 00:31:10.669 = Followed By A Hooded Entity 00:35:56.453 = Gary Heidnik: The Inspiration For Buffalo Bill 00:46:44.872 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Death Of The Ice Cream Blonde” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2XkqRZA “Followed By A Hooded Entity” by Chaos 92 at YourGhostStories.com: http://bit.ly/2UIJcme “Gary Heidnik: The Inspiration for Buffalo Bill” by Mark Oliver for All That’s Interesting: http://bit.ly/2UIO2Qw ===== (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness. ===== Originally aired: June 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/ThelmaTodd