“EVIDENCE OF PARALLEL DIMENSIONS” and More True Paranormal Stories! #WeirdDarkness #Darkives

Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version plus all of the artwork created for the YouTube and podcast thumbnails. Click here for the Darkness Syndicate version of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/534nhvdt IN THIS EPISODE: Deep in the heart of New Jersey's Pine Barrens lurks a legend that has haunted the Garden State for nearly three centuries. The Jersey Devil, a creature of nightmares with leathery wings and glowing red eyes, was born from a curse in the 1700s and has endured ever since – with sightings still taking place. (From Leeds to Lore, The Jersey Devil) *** In the mid-1970s, a terrifying predator stalked the streets of Oakland County, Michigan, abducting and murdering four innocent children. For nearly half a century, the identity of the Oakland County Child Killer has eluded investigators, leaving a trail of anguish, conspiracy theories, and unanswered questions in its wake. It’s a cold case that continues to haunt the community, as justice never came. (The Child Predator of Oakland County) *** The Sabretooth Clan… a group of modern-day vampires who blend seamlessly into society by day but embrace their nocturnal alter egos by night. With custom fangs, vintage attire, and a unique philosophy, these "lifestylers" host extravagant balls, perform rituals, and even have their own spiritual pantheon – all while maintaining a strict no-blood-drinking policy. What is it like to live as a vampire? (What Is It Like To Live As a Vampire?) *** In 1864 Canton, Ohio, a romance between German immigrant Ferdinand Hoffman and local girl Caroline Yost spiraled into a tale of deception, abuse, and ultimate tragedy. Their ill-fated union, marred by Hoffman's criminal past and violent tendencies, culminated in a shocking church stabbing and a dramatic manhunt. (The Canton Church Murder) *** From fiery pits to Satan's domain, our modern conception of hell is a tapestry woven from centuries of art, literature, and religious interpretation. But how much of what we believe about the underworld actually aligns with biblical teachings? We’ll look at some common misconceptions about hell, and discover how our cultural understanding of eternal damnation often diverges from scriptural truths. (What The Hell) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Title Story Preview and Show Open 00:05:20.761 = From Leeds To Lore: The Jersey Devil 00:15:02.802 = The Child Predator of Oakland County 00:39:59.552 = What Is It Like To Live As A Vampire? 00:46:45.785 = The Canton Church Murder 00:51:40.398 = What The Hell SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “From Leads To Lore, The Jersey Devil” source: Amy Briggs, National Geographic:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mw722p3f “The Child Predator of Oakland County” source: The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mpee9zbs “What Is It Like To Live As A Vampire?” source: Jodie Smith, Graveyard Shift/Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9dz58b “The Canton Church Murder” source: Robert Wilhelm, MurderByGaslight.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3zeet7dx “What The Hell” sources: Quinn Armstrong, Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/57v4chdu; Bible Gateway: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/45tmyjhp, GotQuestions.org:

Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version plus all of the artwork created for the YouTube and podcast thumbnails. Click here for the Darkness Syndicate version of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p964w6j CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “A Coffin For The Devil” (January 27, 1975) 00:52:23.019 = Box 13, “A Book of Poems” (October 17, 1948) 01:20:20.161 = Chet Chetter’s Tales From The Morgue, “Bogus Beavers From Bornac” (ADU) ***WD 01:49:54.940 = Cloak And Dagger, “Swastika On The Windmill” (July 30, 1950) 02:20:41.902 = The Creaking Door, “The Cards” (1964-1965) ***WD 02:49:23.131 = Dark Fantasy, “Sea Phantom” (February 06, 1942) 03:14:33.791 = The Devil and Mr. O, “No Escape” (November 19, 1971) ***WD 03:44:38.011 = The Diary of Fate, “Peter Drake” (February 23, 1948) ***WD 04:15:29.555 = Dimension X, “There Will Come Soft Rain” (June 17, 1950) ***WD 04:46:23.010 = Doc Savage, “The Disappointing Parcel” (October 14, 1985) 05:09:54.976 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown ***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing. Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR20240821

Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version plus all of the artwork created for the YouTube and podcast thumbnails. Click here for the Darkness Syndicate version of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdfaw97b IN THIS EPISODE: A doppelganger is someone who looks almost identical to someone else even though they are not related to that person. It's eerie to come across someone with practically the same features and characteristics as yourself or another person you know, and doppelgangers are often seen as spooky. True doppelganger stories can be truly horrifying and often include interesting details about how people tried to interact with their lookalikes. With over 7.5 billion humans in the world, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that there are plenty of people who look uncannily similar to each other. But what about someone who is unrelated to you – but is your exact duplicate? Meeting a doppelganger can be a surreal experience - especially if they suddenly disappear without a trace. SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Creepy Encounters With Doppelgangers” by Nathan Gibson: http://bit.ly/2YkPTwL “Robert Hanson: The Butcher Baker” by Orrin Grey: http://bit.ly/30ApyHL “Do The Ghosts Of The Pony Express Still Ride?” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2YTsnTG “The Tea Set”: http://bit.ly/2LjNYli “The Fleece Inn” was written by Alan Toner (from the book, “100 True Ghost Stories”): https://amzn.com/B00DW64J8S “The Foreshadowing of Things To Come” was written by Cindy Parmiter (from the book, “Fear of the Night: Real Tales of Sleep Paralysis, Night Terrors and Prophetic Dreams”): https://amzn.com/B017IYB5PE “The Encounter” written and illustrated by Paul Spangler: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4yszmvmx “The Grey Lady” submitted by Keith: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/52bmfz7v “The Haunted Workshop” submitted by Steve: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/6t645hxn “Dad’s Ghostly Doppelganger” submitted by Wayne: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/hf2cashn “Recurring Dream” submitted by Steve: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/jxmnneu5 “Dream Stalkers” submitted by Alana D.: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/tjh5474z “Poltergeists and Magic” submitted by Mystic G.: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/266bw7xc “Ghost Car” submitted by Steve: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/h3t6eebt “Have You Ever Seen Your Doppelganger?” submitted by Alice C.: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2uc8a2rw “Bedroom Ghost” submitted by Keith:

Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p83udf8 IN THIS EPISODE: In 1974, the Smurl family was tormented by supernatural forces so intense, the haunting even withstood intervention by demonologists. Who or what was behind the terrifying oppression of this previously normal Pennsylvania family? (The Demonic Torture of the Smurl Family) *** 
There are numerous tales of ships simply disappearing without a trace. Some are never heard from again… others have created legends that terrify sailors to this day. (Ghost Ships Lost at Sea) *** Weirdo family member Jan Daniels relates events that happened to her on a new job – with odd happenings in the women’s restroom among other things! (Scarecrows and Towel Dispensers) *** In 1992, runners came across a gruesome discovery in a South Wales state park… a dead body. But it was only the beginning of what quickly became a string of murders by a serial killer. (The Australian Backpacker Murderer) *** 
Azrael is known by many names in numerous cultures… but he is most famously, or infamously known as the angel of destruction. And not only are his powers terrifying – so is his appearance. (Azrael: The Angel of Destruction) SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE… “Ghost Ships Lost at Sea” by Elizabeth Lundin: http://bit.ly/2K0h0TY “Azrael: The Angel of Destruction” by Nathan Gibson: http://bit.ly/2JWkIOk “The Demonic Torture of the Smurl Family” by Jacob Shelton: http://bit.ly/32PYAhl “Scarecrows and Towel Dispensers” by Weirdo family member Jan Daniels “Australian Backpacker Murderer” by Catherine Phalan: http://bit.ly/2YpkYPc Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library = = = = = (Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.) = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = = Originally aired: July 24, 2019 CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/smurlfamily/

Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version plus all of the artwork created for the YouTube and podcast thumbnails. Click here for the Darkness Syndicate version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/110495003 CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:56.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Follower” (January 26, 1975) 00:51:44.959 = Strange Wills, “One Shining Night” (July 20, 1946) 01:22:51.499 = The Witch’s Tale, “Rockabye Baby” (August 02, 1934) ***WD 01:52:41.300 = X Minus One, “Green Hills of Earth” (July 07, 1955) 02:17:39.700 = The Avenger, “The Mystery of Dead Man’s Rock” (July 13, 1945) ***WD 02:47:22.931 = Beyond The Green Door, “Patrolman Hawkins and the Waxworks” (ADU) ***WD 02:53:13.427 = Beyond Midnight, “Death Wish” (1968) ***WD 03:23:37.408 = Black Book/Man In Black, “Different Readings, Part 1” (November 21, 1951) ***WD 03:42:07.630 = Black Book/Man In Black, “Different Readings, Part 2” (November 21, 1951) ***WD 03:51:55.980 = Black Castle, “Escape To Death” (December 16, 1942) ***WD (Low Quality) 04:06:41.006 = The Black Mass, “Bartleby the Scrivener” (ADU) ***WD 04:41:18.522 = Boston Blackie, “The Rockwell Diamond” (June 23, 1944) 05:10:56.113 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown ***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing. Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library = = = = = "I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46 = = = = = WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness. = = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR20240820