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

#RetroRadio EP0377 | A man becomes increasingly frustrated with his wife’s unpleasant behavior. In a fit of anger, he calls her a “cat,” and mysteriously, she begins to transform into a feline, leading to a series of eerie and unsettling events. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Memory Killers” (December 29, 1965) ***WD 00:48:12.769 = The Clock, “Only Death Is Timeless” (May 11, 1947) 01:13:44.379 = Confession, “George S. Decker Case” (August 16, 1953) ***WD 01:43:56.709 = Sounds of Darkness, “Call Crazy” (January 13, 1970) 02:11:21.289 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Alley Cat” (September 17, 1971) ***WD 02:41:12.669 = Dimension X, “Mars Is Heaven” (January 07, 1951) ***WD 03:07:18.979 = The Creaking Door, “A Day of Truce” (October 12, 1964) ***WD 03:38:27.129 = The Eleventh Hour, “Invitation To Death” (January 28, 1960) ***WD 04:04:40.419 = Escape, “The Grove of Ashtaroff” (February 29, 1948) ***WD 04:34:42.139 = Murder By Experts, “The Big Money” (July 25, 1949) 05:04:06.367 = 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/WDRR0377

Nobody believes in vampires anymore. That’s what Terry McKinnon told himself—until one took his daughter. 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 have two tales to share with you. I have a classic horror story by M.R. James called simply, “A School Story”. But first, for those of you who can’t sink your teeth into enough vampire stories, I have the creepypasta by Ryan Peacock called “Eastgate”. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:05.714 = Eastgate 00:31:14.235 = A School Story 00:47:52.506 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Eastgate” by Ryan Peacock: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4mkyrur6 “A School Story” by M.R. James: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/243ddkft ===== (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: March 05, 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/EastgateVampire

What began as a weekend of s’mores and flirting quickly turned into a blood-soaked encounter with werewolves and backwoods killers. 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: It’s #ThrillerThursday, when I bring you stories of fiction rather than fact! On Thriller Thursdays you’ll hear classic fiction horror stories from some of the masters, newer tales from authors and listeners, and creepypastas. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:49.965 = Werewolves Are A**holes 00:36:06.246 = Scorched 01:07:36.455 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Werewolves Are A**holes” by Reddtior u/JoshuaWaggoner90: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y6bn65be “Scorched” by Scott Donnelly (https://www.facebook.com/scottdonnellyauthor/), from the book “The Elements of Horror: Fire-Book Three” (https://amzn.to/3lNCmGs) ===== (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: August 15, 2021 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/WerewolvesAreJerks

A young woman’s tragic death at a notorious cliffside sparks an investigation that uncovers far more than anyone expected. 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: After receiving a series of devastating text messages, twenty-year-old Renae Marsden drove to a seaside cliff and was never seen again. What began as a tragic suicide after receiving heartbreaking text messages from the man she loved, soon unraveled into something far more disturbing. *** She thought her past was buried — until a stranger unearthed it and turned her life into a waking nightmare. (Unmasking Giovanni) *** She left her ex to reclaim her life — but he used the internet to haunt her from the shadows. (When Your Ex Becomes Your Digital Shadow) *** In a world where predators hide behind profiles, spotting the red flags of cyberstalking might be the only thing standing between safety and surveillance. We’ll look at some way you can keep yourself from becoming a victim – or perhaps help someone who is getting dangerously close to becoming one! (Digital Predator Red Flags) *** What if the most powerful force shaping your thoughts, choices, and future… isn’t human at all? (Is AI Controlling Us? CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:02:18.804 = Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:04:16.908 = The Case of Renae Marsden, Part 1 00:17:36.731 = The Case of Renae Marsden, Part 2 00:29:21.575 = Unmasking Giovanni 00:36:51.330 = The Consultant Who Couldn’t Be Stopped 00:44:02.157 = When Your Ex Becomes Your Digital Shadow 00:53:23.566 = Digital Predator Red Flags 01:01:05.486 = Are AI Systems Secretly In Control Of Us? 01:09:51.512 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thoughts SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Case of Renae Marsden”: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2020/may/20/coroner-condemns-catfisher-over-sydney-woman-renae-marsdens-suicide, https://9now.nine.com.au/a-current-affair/catfishing-renaes-parents-call-for-new-law-after-daughters-death/8b054266-dcd1-4e87-bb14-ed7896f8092e,https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/catfish-victim-told-mother-she-found-out-the-truth-inquiry-told-20200210-p53z9m.html, https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10638977/Renae-Marsden-Grieving-parents-reveal-text-received-daughter-died.html, https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/news-life/tragic-final-text-to-mum-from-catfished-woman-renae-marsden/news-story/5019e2c0999a5768971b3b4ae1af6438, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUkDADMJ6o0&rco=1 | Footage of The Gap: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8pe8cm,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p89dr9c “Unmasking Giovanni”: https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/woman-sentenced-for-cyberstalking,https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/miami-woman-sentenced-for-cyberstalking-on-facebook-and-instagram/1978996/, https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdfl/pr/miami-student-sentenced-cyberstalking-facebook-and-instagram, https://wsvn.com/news/local/woman-sentenced-to-22-months-in-prison-for-cyberstalking “The Consultant Who Couldn’t Be Stopped”: https://www.secretservice.gov/newsroom/releases/2024/07/pernicious-cyberstalker-sentenced-9-years-prison-unrelenting-harassment “When Your Ex Becomes Your Digital Shadow”: https://icts.uct.ac.za/services-security-security-resources-general-cyber-security/thandis-story-terror-cyber-stalking-based-true-story “Are AI Systems Secretly In Control Of Us?”: https://weirddarkness.com/are-ai-systems-secretly-in-control-of-us/ “Digital Predator Red Flags”:...

They say he watches from the shadows, always wearing a hat — but the Hat Man isn’t just another shadow person… he’s something far more terrifying. 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: Unlike most shadow people figures, the Hat Man - this tall, dark being often appears during times of emotional turmoil. With accounts from all over the world, questions continue to be asked about his origin – is he supernatural? Interdimensional? Just our imagination? Demonic… or extraterrestrial? What is the Hat Man – and what are his motives? (The Night Terror That is The Hat Man) *** He was a charismatic activist and local celebrity who counted the elite of Philadelphia among his friends. But behind closed doors, Ira Einhorn's relationship with his girlfriend Holly Maddux was fraught with abuse, control, and ultimately, murder. The shocking discovery of Holly's body in a trunk in Einhorn's apartment was only the beginning of the hunt for the man they’d eventually call “The Unicorn Killer.” (Holly Maddux And The Unicorn Killer) *** On May 1, 1897, Louisa Luetgert, the wife of a prominent Chicago sausage-maker, mysteriously vanished. The last sighting of her was with her husband, Adolph, as they walked into his sausage factory. This chilling disappearance not only shocked the city but also caused a notable decline in sausage sales that summer. Gee, I wonder why. (The Sausage Maker And His Wife) *** Centuries of worship and tragedy have left behind more than just memories in some churches… they’ve also left behind spirits, some holy… some not. From ghostly priests and weeping brides to mysterious mists and phantom lights, there are hauntings that linger in these ancient sanctuaries. What eerie tales are hidden within the walls of the world’s oldest… and most haunted… churches? (Attending Church Eternally As A Ghost) *** In June 2006, Gilbert Gilman vanished without a trace during a short walk in Olympic National Park. Despite an extensive search and numerous theories, no evidence of his fate has ever been found. Was he a victim of foul play, or did he choose to disappear? (The Mysterious Disappearance of Gilbert Gilman) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:33.538 = Show Open 00:04:31.957 = The Night Terror That is The Hat Man 00:24:13.746 = The Sausage Maker And His Missing Wife 00:37:46.756 = The Mysterious Disappearance of Gilbert Gilman 00:44:00.652 = Attending Church Eternally As A Ghost (Haunted Churches) 00:56:53.246 = Holly Maddux And The Unicorn Killer 01:05:03.887 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Night Terror That Is The Hat Man” source: Erica McCann, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mbwzkup3; Brandon Michaels, Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yxz4b38j “Holly Maddux And The Unicorn Killer” source: The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8bmr32 “Attending Church Eternally As a Ghost” source: Patrick Thornton, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2zyhhree “The Mysterious Disappearance of Gilbert Gilman” source: Strange Outdoors: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ycx59v88 “The Sausage Maker And His Missing Wife” by Troy Taylor (used with permission): https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc3dnfcm ===== (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...

#RetroRadio EP0376 | A seemingly healthy young man is inexplicably wasting away. The locals believe that a voodoo curse is to blame! Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Intro 00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “License to Kill” (December 26, 1975) ***WD 00:47:56.329 = The Witch’s Tale, “Puzzle” (September 07, 1934) 01:13:22.279 = X Minus One, “A Logic Named Joe” (December 28, 1955) 01:41:04.209 = Strange Adventure, “Juju” (1945) ***WD 01:44:29.806 = Adventures By Morse, “You’ll Be Dead In a Week, Part 1” (September 16, 1944) ***WD 02:12:33.549 = Adventures By Morse, “You’ll Be Dead In a Week, Part 2” (September 23, 1944) ***WD 02:39:25.089 = Adventures By Morse, “You’ll Be Dead In a Week, Part 3” (September 30, 1944) ***WD 03:06:27.229 = Appointment With Fear, “Clock Strikes Eight” (May 18, 1944) ***WD 03:36:10.459 = BBC Ghost Story, “The Revenant” (2014?) ***WD 03:51:05.089 = Beyond The Green Door, “Ogden Family” (1966) ***WD 03:55:43.399 = The Black Book, “The Price of the Head” (February 02, 1952) ***WD 04:11:49.289 = Box 13, “Death is a Doll” (March 13, 1949) 04:39:08.599 = Incredible But True, “The Abominable Snowman” (1950-1951) 04:43:30.149 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From the Morgue, “If You Can’t Stand The Heat” (1992) 05:12:07.173 = Show Outro (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/WDRR0376

They didn’t just claim contact — they said they were chosen… and the names of the Four Georges are now etched into UFO history like warning signals that many have chosen to ignore. 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: Four men named George claimed to speak for beings from beyond the stars — and their stories may be stranger, and more connected, than anyone dared to believe. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:54.074 = Show Intro 00:02:54.247 = Introducing The Four Georges 00:14:32.413 = George Adamski: The Man Who Met A Venusian 00:38:39.779 = George Hunt Williamson: The Archaeologist of the Unknown 01:01:50.997 = George King: The Voice of Interplanetary Parliament 01:16:28.280 = George Van Tassel: Time Travel, Immortality, a Large Dome, and a Giant Rock 01:29:55.776 = Concluding Transmission 01:32:42.146 = Show Outro, Verse, and Final Thought 01:34:03.276 = Bloopers RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… Photo: George Adamski UFO: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/AdamskiUFO Photo: George Adamski purported medal from the Pope: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/AdamskiMedal Photo: George Van Tassel’s Integratron: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/integratron Photo: George Adamski and Orthon: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/AdamskiOrthon Photo: George Van Tassel’s Giant Rock: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/GiantRockCon Book: “Pioneers of Space: A Trip To The Moon, Mars and Venus” by George Adamski: https://amzn.to/4ln0Tk3 Book: “The Flying Saucers Have Landed” by George Adamski: https://amzn.to/3GdWPlW Book: “Inside The Space Ships” by George Adamski: https://amzn.to/3EdPvWW Book: “Flying Saucers Farewell” by George Adamski: https://amzn.to/3Eedt4u Book: “The Saucers Speak” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/4lm1oLj Book: “Secret of the Andes” by George Williamson (as Brother Philip): https://amzn.to/3E0VM8B Book: “Other Tongues, Other Flesh” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/3G116JF Book: “The Secrets of the Andes” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/3G13u35 Book: “Road In The Sky” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/3XRRpmN Book: “Secret Places of the Lion” by George Williamson: https://amzn.to/4lnnU6y Book: “UFOs Confidential” by George Williamson and John McCoy: https://amzn.to/4i1MrLr Book: “I Rode a Flying Saucer” by George Van Tassel: https://amzn.to/4claJia Book: “Into This World And Out Again” by George Van Tassel: https://amzn.to/3Eaxqcu Book: “The Council of Seven Lights” by George Van Tassel: https://amzn.to/4czx9MT ===== (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: April 08, 2025 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/FourGeorges

A quiet home in Indiana became ground zero for one of the most chilling possession cases ever recorded — where demons didn’t just haunt a family, but may have taken over the house itself. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: From mysterious swarms of flies to terrifying levitations and violent attacks, the Ammons Family Haunting it’s one of the most terrifying cases of demonic possession in recent history… allegedly. Believers and skeptics are still arguing over its authenticity. (The Demonic Haunting of the Ammons Family) *** In 1764, the peaceful region of Gévaudan, France, was plunged into terror by a series of brutal attacks attributed to a mysterious beast. As the creature's deadly rampage continued, whispers of a werewolf and sensational newspaper reports fueled a nationwide hysteria. Whatever the Beast of Gévaudan was, the true story still haunts the people living there. (The Terror of Gévaudan) *** In 1990, a horrifying mass shooting at the Las Cruces Bowl bowling alley left four people dead and three others wounded, including children. Despite multiple eyewitnesses and extensive investigations, the killers remain at large. (The Las Cruces Bowling Alley Massacre) *** New York City, where ghostly apparitions and haunted landmarks abound. From the infamous Dakota building to the chilling tales of Washington Square Park, New York is one of the most haunted cities in the world. We’ll look at just a few ghost locations in the Big Apple. (The Ghosts of New York) *** When William W. Place remarried, he hoped for a loving and stable household. However, his new wife, Martha, quickly showed her true colors, leading to tragic consequences. It’s a tale of jealousy, violence, and ends with the first woman executed by electric chair in the U.S. (A Red Path of Jealousy) *** Imagine dancing non-stop for days, weeks, or even months, all for a chance to win food and money during the Great Depression. Dance marathons pushed contestants to their physical and mental limits, turning a simple competition into a shocking spectacle of endurance and desperation. (Till Death Do We Dance) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Lead-In 00:01:34.524 = Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:04:28.703 = Demonic Haunting of the Ammons Family 00:15:38.660 = The Red Path of Jealousy 00:21:12.284 = The Ghosts of New York 00:30:31.927 = The Las Cruces Bowling Alley Massacre 00:39:19.292 = Till Death Do We Dance 00:43:38.939 = The Terror of Gévaudan 00:51:07.303 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Demonic Haunting of the Ammons Family” source: Brent Swancer at Mysterious Universe: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/msuzydn4 “The Terror of Gévaudan” source: NatGeo: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yaxre4e8 “The Ghosts of New York” source: Lyra Radford at Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc5mfzsr “A Red Path of Jealousy” source: Robert Wilhelm at Murder By Gaslight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/nmeb5m9w “The Las Cruces Bowling Alley Massacre” source: Jacob Shelton at Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckmm22z “Till Death Do We Dance” source: Oddity Central: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/57khdpxv ===== (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, 2024 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com...

#RetroRadio EP0375 | A man suffering from paralysis is mistakenly buried alive! Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Murder Market” (December 23, 1975) ***WD 00:49:02.209 = Sleep No More, “Death of Olivier Becaille” and “Fishhead” (December 26, 1956) ***WD 01:19:36.389 = BBC Spine Chillers, “Rituals” (1984) 01:46:51.599 = Strange, “Captain Robinson” (1955) 02:01:15.139 = Suspense, “Mr. Markham – Antique Dealer” (May 11, 1943) 02:32:09.099 = Tales of the Frightened, “Call at Midnight” (1957) 02:37:54.269 = Theater Five, “Group” (September 18, 1964) 03:00:20.559 = The Unexpected, “Mirage” (1958) 03:13:37.059 = Unit 99, “See Suspect at Bowling Alley” (January 17, 1958) 03:37:23.719 = Unsolved Mysteries, “Writing On The Wall” (1936) ***WD 03:52:43.219 = The Weird Circle, “Wuthering Heights” (1944) 04:21:21.789 = The Whistler, “Final Decree” (May 29, 1943) 04:48:00.011 = 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/WDRR0375

She left everything behind to find herself… and was never seen again. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: If you have information regarding Leah Roberts’s disappearance, contact the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office at 360-778-6600 or the Whatcom Communication Dispatch Center at 360-676-6711. A free-spirited young woman set off on a soul-searching road trip inspired by Jack Kerouac — but what she left behind in the wilderness was a wrecked Jeep, a haunting mystery, and no trace of herself. What happened to Leah Roberts? (Lea Roberts’ Last Road Trip) *** In the tropical beauty of Antigua, a chilling mystery unfolds as locals continue to vanish without a trace — leaving a trail of grief, fear, and dark speculation. (The Mystery of Antigua’s Missing People) *** Would you still eat a special love-attracting cake if you knew it was covered in someone's sweat from their armpits and... everywhere else? (The Horrifying History of Love Potions) *** As if death isn’t unnerving as it is, science is now suggesting that you might still be conscious after death — aware your body has failed, but powerless to escape the darkness. (We Might Know We’re Dead When We Die) *** Some believe doppelgängers are omens of death – and some found out personally. (Haunted By Your Own Ghost) *** Biblical legend, Cold War espionage, and decades of silence — the hunt for Noah’s Ark might be stranger than fiction… and it includes the CIA. (The CIA Searches For Noah’s Ark) *** What if a murderer didn’t act alone… but under orders from a mind-control program no one was supposed to know about? (Programmed To Kill: The MKUltra Murders) | CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Introduction/Lead-In 00:00:59.691 = Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:03:15.506 = Leah Roberts’ Last Road Trip 00:14:15.955 = Programmed To Kill: The MKUltra Murders 00:22:57.047 = The Mystery of Antigua’s Missing People 00:27:14.496 = The Horrifying History of Love Potions 00:38:01.953 = We Might Know We’re Dead When We Die 00:42:24.308 = Haunted By Your Own Ghost 00:49:27.491 = The CIA Searches For Noah’s Ark 00:57:39.103 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Leah Roberts’ Last Road Trip”: https://www.ranker.com/list/what-happened-to-leah-roberts-disappearance/jenn-dzikowski, https://charleyproject.org/case/leah-toby-roberts, “The Mysterious Disappearance of Leah Roberts” (Investigation Discovery) “Programmed To Kill: The MKUltra Murders”: https://theintercept.com/2019/11/24/cia-mkultra-louis-jolyon-west/ “The Mystery of Antigua's Missing People”: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn0jrk81qpwo “The Horrifying History of Love Potions”: https://www.ranker.com/list/real-love-potion-recipes/cleo-egnal “We Might Know We’re Dead When We Die”: https://www.ranker.com/list/study-shows-brain-works-after-passing/matthew-lavelle “Haunted By Your Own Ghost”: https://www.ranker.com/list/historical-figures-with-mysterious-doubles/chuck-stern “The CIA Searches For Noah’s Ark”: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-14547623/cia-noahs-ark-search-document-biblical-ship-found.html ===== (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: April 07, 2025 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources):...

They appear in lace and corsets, drifting from the fog… but why do so many ghosts wear Victorian mourning clothes? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: Victorian-era ghosts… they seem to haunt not only our imaginations, but also our Halloween wardrobes. Why were people in the mid-to-late 1800s so obsessed with the supernatural? And why are we so fascinated by Victorian ghost stories still today? (What’s The Deal With Victorian Ghosts?) *** The story of Queen Esther is chilling – full of an Iroquois warrior woman’s quest for vengeance, brutal warfare, haunting legends, ghostly wails, and a curse that many believe still has power even today. (The Curse of Queen Esther) *** No one can remember exactly when the ghost story began, but records show it dates back to at least 1926. The tale centers around the Administration Offices of Rockford School District 205 on South Madison Street, formerly Rockford High School. Built in 1885, the school gained a spooky reputation due to eerie events reported in its underground tunnels. After a tragic accident in the school’s swimming pool claimed the life of a student named Gosta Anderson, strange sightings and sounds fueled the legend of his restless spirit, haunting the very site where he died. (Gosta’s Ghost) *** Plumas County, California, holds a chilling mystery that dates back to 1978. On a winter night with a half-moon, five friends left a basketball game at California State University, Chico, and drove away, never to be seen again. Their car was found abandoned on a remote mountain road, leading to a series of eerie discoveries, unanswered questions, and clues that still baffle investigators today. (The 5 Boys Who Never Came Back) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Disclaimer, and short story “Lost Hearts” by M.R. James 00:24:47.662 = Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:27:30.530 = What’s The Deal With Victorian Ghosts? 00:37:29.237 = The Curse of Queen Esther 00:47:34.032 = The Five Boys Who Never Came Back 01:08:28.167 = Gosta’s Ghost 01:15:12.327 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… Free Audiobook: “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, narrated by Darren Marlar: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/AChristmasCarol Narration: “The Signalman” by Charles Dickens, narrated by Darren Marlar: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/TheSignalman “What’s The Deal With Victorian Ghosts?” source = Dan Nosowitz at Atlas Obscura: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p94894t “Lost Hearts” by M.R. James (public domain) “The Curse of Queen Esther” source = Creative History Stories: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3bn9kwe8 “Gosta’s Ghost” written by Kathi Kresol for Haunted Rockford: https://www.hauntedrockford.com/gostas-ghost/ “The 5 Boys Who Never Came Back” written by Cynthia Gorney in 1978 for the Washington Post:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8hkyef ===== (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 17, 2024 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/VictorianGhosts

A man is tormented by his wife’s overwhelming love – a love so intense that not even death can diminish it! Hear the tale, “Till Death Do Us Part” from The Sealed Book! #RetroRadio EP0374 Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Image” (December 22, 1975) ***WD 00:47:55.109 = Quiet Please, “Meeting At Ticonderoga” (March 15, 1948) 01:18:33.189 = Radio City Playhouse, “Dark Hour” (September 25, 1948) 01:48:34.079 = The Board of Missing Heirs, “Estate of John B Fontaine” (March 31, 1946) 02:17:22.789 = Richard Diamond, “Dollar Diamond Heist” (November 12, 1949) ***WD 02:46:37.434 = Ripley’s Believe it Or Not, “Lord Brooks” (1930) ***WD 02:48:33.949 = The Saint, “The Corpse Said Ouch” (August 06, 1950) 03:19:05.239 = Sam Spade, “Fairly Bright Caper” (October 31, 1948) ***WD 03:48:11.909 = The Sealed Book, “Till Death Do Us Part” (July 08, 1945) ***WD 04:19:49.639 = The Shadow, “Dead Men Talk” (September 24, 1939) 04:44:27.666 = 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/WDRR0374

Darkness Syndicate members receive the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate HOUR ONE: In parts of Africa it’s not the werewolf you need to look out for, but the were-hyena… and it’s almost always the local blacksmith that is the man behind the monster. (Lesser Known Morphing Monsters: The Shape-Shifter Hyena) *** Does the Vatican have a device that allows them to see in the past and the future? Some believe they do. And if it were to ever fall into the wrong hands, it could then create the “scariest dictatorship the world has ever seen.” (The Vatican’s Chronovisor) *** Some fathers will do whatever it takes to protect the virtue of their daughters. One man’s solution came at the end of an ax blade. (The Linville Murderer) *** A man believes the creature in his nightmares may be trying to speak with him. (Spirit Communicating Through My Dreams) *** A young girl is surprised to find the Easter Bunny visit her in the middle of the night. But many years later she learns it wasn’t either of her parents. (Easter Bunny Creeper) *** The stories range from the being inbred cretins running amok, to government created mutants, to escaped hydrocephalic patients from an insane asylum. What are the strange creatures people are seeing in the deep woods of Ohio? (Strange Encounters With The Bizarre Melonheads) *** Glitch In The Matrix ========== HOUR TWO: A group of hunters and Bigfoot enthusiasts go out looking for the elusive creature – but what they find is even more bizarre than anyone might have expected. (The Ultimate Monstrous Thought-Form) *** No one really thinks about it, but cops are usually one of the most credible witnesses to paranormal phenomena. Police officers are trained observers and usually will make better witnesses than a civilian. But even our brave men and women in blue can be terrified into a shade of white. (Police and the Paranormal) *** A bizarre phenomenon that manages to teeter where the lines of Bigfoot, Werewolves, the paranormal, and urban legend intersect, takes things deeper into the strange with various reports that suggest these beings utilize the mental power of telepathy as well. We’ll look into some of the creepy encounters with the Dogman. (Bizarre Encounters With Telepathic Dogmen) ==========SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT’S SHOW:“Lesser Known Morphing Monsters: The Shape-Shifter Hyena” by Nick Redfern: http://bit.ly/2lNmfOq“The Vatican’s Chronovisor” by Amando Flavio: http://bit.ly/2mh4Vl3“The Linville Murderer” by Robert Wilhelm: http://bit.ly/2klRUWQ“Spirit Communicating Through My Dreams” by Ari Lancaster: http://bit.ly/2mh4QxL“The Easter Bunny Creeper” posted anonymously at WeirdDarkness.com: http://bit.ly/2lN3Wcb“Strange Encounters With The Bizarre Melonheads” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2keM2hS“Glitch In The Matrix” from Paranormality Magazine: https://weirddarkness.com/magazine“Bizarre Encounters With Telepathic Dogmen” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2lQ72fv (Photos mentioned in this story:http://bit.ly/2mbhs9r) “Police and the Paranormal” is a collection of stories gathered from GhostTheory.com and GhostsNGhouls.com: http://bit.ly/2kKyk6K (other link is no longer available)“The Ultimate Monstrous Thought-Form” by Nick Redfern: http://bit.ly/2mhZUZD==========(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for material I use whenever possible. If I have overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it immediately. Some links 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®, WeirdDarkness© 2025==========To become a Weird Darkness Radio Show affiliate, contact Radio America at affiliates@radioamerica.com, or call 800-807-4703 (press 2 or dial ext 250).

Time frays at the edges, shadows move on their own, and something unseen waits beneath the floorboards of the Alaskan Hotel. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: The Alaskan Triangle is already known for strange and bizarre activity – so it should be no surprise that a hotel located in the triangle might experience a few bumps in the night. (The Demonic Haunting of the Alaskan Hotel) *** After picking up a sex worker to assault and murder, a serial killer made the mistake of underestimating the determination of his victim to stay alive… and lost his own life in the process. (The Hooker Who Stopped a Serial Killer) *** Chucky the doll isn’t real. Neither were any of the dolls that came to life on shows like “The Twilight Zone” and “Outer Limits” – but that doesn’t mean real haunted dolls don’t exist, and it’s not just “Annabelle” and “Robert” on the list. (When Haunted Dolls Attack) *** Ilse Koch was a female concentration camp guard and she was so ruthless and evil even the Na*is had her arrested. (Ilse Koch: The Witch of Buchenwald) *** They reside atop dizzying heights and are often unnoticed by human eyes but ever watchful of our movements. They have 'observed' us for centuries. We’ll look at the history and purpose of gargoyles and grotesques. (In The Protection of Gargoyles) *** Outside of Washington, D.C. lies an abandoned institution with a thoroughly disturbing past. We’ll look at the history and horrors of Forest Haven Mental Asylum. (The Afflictions Of Forest Haven Asylum) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Introduction 00:01:12.945 = Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:03:20.449 = The Demonic Haunting Of The Alaskan Hotel 00:15:21.499 = The Hooker Who Stopped A Serial Killer 00:22:01.048 = When Haunted Dolls Attack 00:45:24.870 = Ilse Koch, The Witch Of Buchenwald 00:57:00.094 = In The Protection of Gargoyles 01:04:25.779 = The Afflictions of Forest Haven Asylum 01:11:53.958 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought 01:12:57.056 = Bloopers SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Demonic Haunting of the Alaskan Hotel” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8w47e9 “The Hooker Who Stopped A Serial Killer” by Roger Kim for Unspeakable Times: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2ffhcv4n “Ilse Koch: The Witch of Buchenwald” by Laura Allen for Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yr3a4dvy “In The Protection of Gargoyles” by Angela Sutherland for Ancient Pages: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3j94t765 “The Afflictions Of Forest Haven Asylum” by Gary Sweeney for The Line Up: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/34p6fe79 “When Haunted Dolls Attack” by MD Bastek for Horror Obsessive: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckuhxk6 ===== (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: March, 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/AlaskanHotel

Can demonic possession be blamed for murder, or is it just the ultimate excuse for the inexcusable? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: From serial killers to seemingly ordinary individuals, a chilling phenomenon emerges as criminals claim demonic possession drove them to commit unspeakable acts. These disturbing cases, spanning decades and continents, blur the lines between evil and the supernatural, leaving us questioning the true nature of their heinous crimes. From the infamous Son of Sam to a father who claimed demonic voices compelled him to murder his own child, we’ll explore some of these cases and let you decide if the devil made them do it. (Demonic Crimes) *** The Rose family lived comfortably in the picturesque Pleasant Valley in the late 1800s. However, oldest daughter Ceely's unrequited love for a neighbor boy led to a series of chilling events. Her obsession turned deadly, leading not only to death, but to a ghostly presence as well. (Love, Poison, and Ghosts – The Case of Ceely Rose) *** In the wild era of the 1920s and 1930s, organized crime flourished in the United States, with hitmen like the mysterious "Buster from Chicago" making a name for themselves. Known for his ruthless efficiency and chilling calm, Buster was responsible for many high-profile mob hits during the violent Castellammarese War. But who was Buster? (The Enigmatic Hitman, Buster From Chicago) *** In July 1993, 26-year-old Kristin Ann set out for her morning jog, but her run ended in a horrifying, fatal attack. The shocking crime has left her grieving family and community outraged and seeking justice. (The Murder of Kristin Ann) *** Imagine falling asleep on your usual train ride home, only to wake up at a mysterious, strikingly-white colored station with no way to leave. You encounter a strange child-like figure who warns you that this place is "one step before death." This is the eerie reality of Hitsuka Station, a ghostly train stop in Japan that traps unsuspecting passengers. (The Haunting of Hitsuka Station) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Disclaimer and Lead-In 00:01:53.101 = Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:04:53.747 = Demonic Crimes 00:31:58.375 = Love, Poison, and Ghosts – The Case of Ceely Rose 00:39:19.947 = The Enigmatic Hitman, Buster From Chicago 00:45:57.378 = The Haunting of Hitsuka Station 00:53:30.530 = The Murder of Kristin Ann 01:00:27.146 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Love, Poison, and Ghosts – The Case of Ceely Rose” source: Anomalien.com, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9684ce “The Enigmatic Hitman, Buster From Chicago” source: Bipin Dimri at HistoricMysteries.com,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8rfupk “The Murder of Kristin Ann” source: Robert Waters at KidnappingMurderAndMayhem.blogspot.com,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9s5d5h “The Haunting Of Hitsuka Station” source: TheGhostInMyMachine.com, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckmcauh “Demonic Crimes” source: Jacob Shelton at Ranker.com’s Graveyard Shift, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc66dun2; Benjamin Welton at ListVerse.com, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/44sy8rrw; Austin Harvey at AllThatsInteresting.com,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/244y234v; KPIC News 4, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p96nsb7 ===== (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....

“The Screaming Skull” is based on F. Marion Crawford’s classic horror story which delves into themes of guilt, the supernatural, and retribution from beyond the grave. (#RetroRadio EP0373) Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Fireball” (December 18, 1975) ***WD 00:49:01.719 = CBC Mystery Theater, “The Screaming Skull” (1966-1968) ***WD 01:19:14.829 = Night Beat, “Gunner’s Last Fight” (August 14, 1950) 01:49:04.649 = CBC Nightfall, “M’Kara” (April 03, 1981) ***WD 02:16:28.549 = Mr. and Mrs. North, “Norths And The Nasty Neighbor” (July 26, 1944) 02:47:24.779 = Origin of Superstition, “No News Is Good News” (1935) ***WD 03:02:30.159 = Mystery Playhouse, “Death Is A Joker” (May 25, 1941) ***WD 03:33:32.639 = Philip Morris Playhouse, “Leona’s Room” (February 25, 1949) 04:03:00.939 = The Price of Fear, “William And Mary” (September 08, 1973) ***WD 04:31:43.099 = Adventures of Ellery Queen, “Armchair Detective” (March 27, 1946) ***WD (LQ) 05:02:09.059 = 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/WDRR0373

A woman murdered, a blue Continental vanishing into the night, and a private eye haunted by a rumored ghost that won’t rest until justice is served. THE TRUE CRIME CASE THIS STORY IS BASED ON: On the evening of June 17, 2000, a 9-1-1 call came into the Wake County Sheriff's Office from Ray’s Grocery on White Oak Road in Garner, North Carolina. A woman, 37-year-old Colleen Blackburn, had been shot in what appeared to be a botched robbery. By the time help arrived, she was already gone — a fatal gunshot wound to her shoulder blade ending her life in the parking lot of the small, rural convenience store where she worked. Colleen lived a quiet, hardworking life. She held down three jobs, had just earned a medical transcriptionist degree from Wake Technical College, and was trying to build a better future for herself after losing her mother to a chronic illness. She loved country music and occasionally attended square dances — a friendly, familiar face in her community. Despite the initial witness describing a light-blue mid-1980s Oldsmobile with part of its rear bumper missing fleeing east toward Clayton, the investigation quickly ran cold. Ray’s Grocery had no surveillance cameras, and the vague vehicle description led nowhere. Investigators believed someone in the area might have seen something without realizing its importance, but no one ever came forward. More than two decades have passed since that night, and Colleen’s killer — or killers — remain unknown. The fifty dollars stolen is long gone, but the injustice lingers. Aside from her friends and surviving family, the world seems to have forgotten Colleen Blackburn. But her story, like too many others, still deserves answers. If you know someone who may have committed this killing, contact the Wake County sheriff's office at 919-768-5100. SOURCES… Kidnapping, Murder, and Mayhem: https://tinyurl.com/47xw76j9 Music provided by Alibi Music Library Video version created by https://www.fiverr.com/vane875 = = = = = (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.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = = Originally aired: April 06, 2025 CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/murdernoir-longcoldtrailtomillhaven

Poltergeists. Reptilians. Shadow people. Ghosts. For two decades, Julie lived in fear — but what if it wasn’t just one of these, but all of them? Or was it something else entirely? Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: If you’ve listened to Weird Darkness for any length of time, you know that I will often suggest someone who has had a paranormal disturbance in their home or life, reach out to a pastor or priest for guidance. But what exactly happens when the Catholic Church starts investigating the paranormal? (When The Catholic Church Goes Ghost Hunting) *** Many states around America say they have the most haunted road in the country. And while the words “most haunted” are somewhat subjective, it’s hard not to see why people outside of Chicago consider Archer Avenue not only the top spooky street in America, but the most haunted on the planet. (The Anguish Of Archer Avenue) *** After allegedly murdering her husband in 1960, Sharon Kinne shot her lover’s pregnant wife. Then, she evaded justice and escaped to Mexico only to kill again — before vanishing without a trace. (The American Murderess Who Disappeared in 1969) *** Modern courtrooms aren’t equipped or knowledgable enough to determine whether or not ghosts are real, but that hasn’t stopped ghosts from appearing in several court cases! (Court Cases Involving Ghosts) *** When you hear of a two-headed creature you typically think of two heads side-by-side growing from the neck and shoulders area. But have you ever heard of a creature growing another head on the very top of it’s other head? It happened… and not to just any creature. It was a human boy who lived much longer than anyone expected. (The Bengal Boy With Two Heads) *** Buried alive inside the castle walls, the Finnish Maiden immured still haunts the medieval building of Olavinlinna Castle. (The Maiden of Olavinlinna Castle) *** The case of “Julie” from Carlisle in the United Kingdom is an intriguing one not only because it unfolded over many years, but because it appears to straddle the line between apparent reptilian entities and paranormal activity. (The Encounters of Julie) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Disclaimer and Lead-In 00:01:20.763 = Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:04:03.705 = The Encounters of Julie 00:22:38.050 = The Bengal Boy With Two Heads 00:27:57.136 = When The Catholic Church Goes Ghost Hunting 00:39:37.349 = The Anguish of Archer Avenue 00:51:59.901 = The Maiden Of Olavinlinna Castle 00:58:01.658 = The American Murderess Who Disappeared In 1969 01:06:08.377 = Court Cases Involving Ghosts 01:16:28.279 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought 01:17:35.522 = Bloopers SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “When The Catholic Church Goes Ghost Hunting” by Mariel Loveland for Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5b5y7fyc “The Anguish Of Archer Avenue” by Sabrina Ithal for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/x6sy6fxa “The American Murderess Who Disappeared in 1969” by Neil Patmore for All That’s Interesting:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/429crjvz “The Bengal Boy With Two Heads” by Kaushik Patowary for Amusing Planet (includes photos):https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3s3dpwme “Court Cases Involving Ghosts” by Jim Rowley for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mtpfhf5v “The Maiden of Olavinlinna Castle” posted at Moon Mausoleum: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ybfsypnj “The Encounters of Julie” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4696c2yx ===== (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...

An unearthed skull, a murder confession, and a perfectly preserved corpse from 2,000 years ago — the moss may be quiet, but it never forgets. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate IN THIS EPISODE: An Oklahoma man strangles his fishing buddy to death… and then blames it on Bigfoot! We begin with that story! (Bigfoot Killed My Fishing Buddy) *** As you know, I’m not just a podcaster but also a professional voice artist. One of the many things I do is narrating audio books. But up until recently I had no idea who some of my competition was for narrations. It turns out the voice behind many best-selling audiobooks is actually a serial killer. (Murderous Narration) *** Reports of werewolves are worldwide throughout history – from the English moors to the western United States you can find sightings of dogmen, werewolves, and the like. But Louisiana has one of the most interesting entries into Lycanthropy – at least it has an interesting name and history. It’s called the Rougarou. (Rougarou) *** X-ray photos are fascinating, but they are only for the eyes – not the ears, right? Well don’t be too sure about that. People in the Soviet Union found a very unique way to use X-rays in order to smuggle in their favorite tunes from West! (Bone Music) *** He roams the earth, and has done so for the past 2,000 years.. doomed never to die until the end of the world. His crime? Taunting Jesus at the Crucifixion. Is this simply an urban legend, or could there be some truth behind what has come to be known as “The Curse of the Wandering Jew?” (The Curse of the Wandering Jew) *** In 1922, Charles Osbourne was in an accident involving a hog… but that’s not the strange part. It’s the after-effects of that accident which caused him to continue to hiccup non-stop for almost seven decades! (My Hog Gave Me The Hiccups For 68 Years) *** In the 1980s workers in an English peat bog unearthed a body. And then another… and then yet another, and another… all apparent victims of violence. (The Bog Bodies of Lindow) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00.00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open (Coming Up In This Episode) 00:3:01.196 = Bigfoot Killed My Fishing Buddy 00:8:52.425 = Bog Bodies of Lindow 00:27:45.811 = Murderous Narration 00:29:49.413 = Rougarou 00:34:58.515 = Bone Music 00:40:35.018 = Curse Of The Wandering Jew 00:47:55.712 = My Hog Gave Me The Hiccups For 68 Years 00:55:48.067 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought 00:56:57.016 = Bloopers SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Bog Bodies of Lindow” by Dave Sammut and Chantel Craig for ScienceHistory.org:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4mxk49zw “Bigfoot Killed My Fishing Buddy” by Kaleena Fraga for All That’s Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5h4yj8t5 “Murderous Narration” by Dave Basner for iHeart.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3byfzp3k “Rougarou” by Frank Kerner for PelicanStateOfMind.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc4csn4p “Bone Music” from NPR’s “All Things Considered”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yck7b3xb (BOOK: X-Ray Audio: The Strange Story of Soviet Music on the Bone) “The Curse of the Wandering Jew” from GotQuestions.org: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yzc3ntbf “My Hog Gave Me The Hiccups For 68 Years” by Kellie B. Gormly for Smithsonian Magazine:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ypnyfyta ===== (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....

A businessman meets a woman who claims to be an extraterrestrial from another galaxy, offering to solve his problems for a sum of one million dollars. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version of #WeirdDarkness and #RetroRadio:https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Eleventh Hour” (December 17, 1975) 00:49:05.699 = Beyond Midnight, “Rupert Orange” (January 09, 1970) (LQ) 01:17:40.469 = MindWebs, “The Country of the Kind” (1975-1984) 01:48:18.936 = Ellery Queen Minute Mysteries, “Illegal Entry” (1965-1967) 01:50:08.244 = Mystery In The Air, “The Marvelous Barastro” (August 07, 1947) 02:20:04.309 = Molle Mystery Theater, “Night Must Fall” (April 12, 1946) 02:49:55.189 = Mr. District Attorney, “Murder In Rhythm And Rhyme” (March 17, 1948) 03:20:25.699 = Murder At Midnight, “Black Swan” (August 18, 1947) 03:47:24.529 = The Black Museum, “The Trunk” (1952) ***WD (LQ) 04:12:15.529 = Mysterious Traveler, “Murder In Jazz Time” (April 20, 1948) 04:43:59.589 = CBC Theater 1030, “The Sandman” (1968-1971) 05:10:59.074 = Show Outro (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/WDRR0372