“HIGHGATE VAMPIRE: OCCULT RITUALS AND A GOTHIC GRAVEYARD” Plus 9 More True Terrors! #WeirdDarkness Image

“HIGHGATE VAMPIRE: OCCULT RITUALS AND A GOTHIC GRAVEYARD” Plus 9 More True Terrors! #WeirdDarkness

14 January - 1 hour 49 mins
Podcast Series Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, True Crime, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

In the 1970s Highgate Cemetery became the stuff of legends, with rumors of a vampire, bizarre occultic rituals, and a rivalry so wild it could’ve been lifted out of a horror novel.

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IN THIS EPISODE: Did a vampire stalk London’s Highgate cemetery in the 1970s? (Highgate Vampire: The Horror of the Dead) *** He was alone at home when firemen were called. The entire house was blazing... except for one room. The room that contained the corpse of J. Temple Thurston....

1 hour 49 mins

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Our HOUSEGUEST Is a WITCH! What Should We Do?!: #RetroRadio EP0347 #WeirdDarkness

Our HOUSEGUEST Is a WITCH! What Should We Do?!: #RetroRadio EP0347 #WeirdDarkness

A young newlywed couple welcome an elderly woman into their home, believing her to be a recently widowed distant relative. Unbeknownst to them, she is a witch accompanied by her peculiar pets, and her intentions are far from benign! Hear the tale, “Triptych For a Witch” in CBS Radio Mystery Theater! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Triptych For a Witch” (October 30, 1975) ***WD 00:47:14.299 = Mysterious Traveler, “Christmas Present” (December 16, 1947) 01:17:07.049 = Mystery House, “Murder Is An Art” (August 09, 1946) |01:43:06.389 = CBC Mystery Theater, “The Mines of Falun” (July 14, 1967) ***WD 02:10:00.609 = Night Beat, “The Devil’s Bible” (July 24, 1950) ***WD 02:39:03.219 = Creeps By Night, “Six Who Did Not Die” (July 11, 1944) 03:06:48.939 = CBC Nightfall, “Wildcats” (February 27, 1981) ***WD 03:36:27.679 = Mr. and Mrs. North, “The Little Man Who Wasn’t There” (April 12, 1944) 04:06:02.979 = Obsession, “Shadows of Huntley House” (1950-1952) 04:29:42.849 = Origin of Superstition, “Unlucky at Cards” (May 11, 1944) ***WD 04:43:31.099 = Price of Fear, “Specialty of the House” (April 13, 1974) ***WD 05:12:01.590 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown (LQ) = Low Quality ***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 ©2025, Weird Darkness. = = = = = CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0347

5 hours 13 mins

12 March Finished

“THE BLACK MONK OF 30 EAST DRIVE: England’s Most Violent Haunting” & More True Tales! #WeirdDarkness

“THE BLACK MONK OF 30 EAST DRIVE: England’s Most Violent Haunting” & More True Tales! #WeirdDarkness

It started with a few weird little things—a strange chill, mysterious puddles, objects moving on their own—but before long, the Pritchard family found themselves trapped in one of the most violent hauntings in England, tormented by the terrifying Black Monk of Pontefract. IN THIS EPISODE: A family moves into a home and almost immediately begins to experience escalating supernatural activity – which then introduces a sinister, dark menacing entity. (The Black Monk) *** Urban legends are typically dark, strange stories which for the most part are only that – legend. Harmless tales meant to frighten the listener with no more repercussions than some goose bumps and perhaps a restless night of trying to sleep. But some legends are based on truth – and those are the ones that truly make our skin crawl and our faces turn white. (Urban Legends Which Are Actually True) *** Why would a U.S. state vote to have an official state demon? It really happened – and stories about the Jersey Devil continue to this day. We’ll look at the history and horrors of this bizarre cryptid and see if it’s more than urban legend. (Legend of the Jersey Devil) *** Delano, California is a small, uninteresting town that many may think twice before visiting. East of this town is an equally dreary road known as Browning Road. If you’re a paranormal enthusiast, you know that this is one road you shouldn’t dare travel alone. (Hitchhiking Ghost of Delano) *** A woman shares her horrifying true story of an evil entity she encountered on Browning Road in Delano, California. (Evil Walks Browning Road) *** In the summer of 2014 a series of UFOs were being reported by Navy pilots – the most elite of our airborne military. Not only were the sightings becoming more frequent – they would last up to 12-hours at a time. (Navy Pilots Report UFOs) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Lead-In 00:01:13.897 = Show Open 00:03:35.428 = The Black Monk 00:20:15.682 = Navy Pilot Reports UFOs 00:25:38.925 = Urban Legends Which Are Actually True 00:33:46.008 = Legend of the Jersey Devil 00:42:27.213 = Hitchhiking Ghost in Delano / Evil Walks Browning Road 00:47:53.045 = Show Close, Verse, Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… The Black Monk” by Brent Swancer”: http://bit.ly/2Fg0QUV “Navy Pilots Report UFOs” by Helene Cooper: http://bit.ly/2ImqbhP “Urban Legends Which Are Actually True” by DeAnna Janes: http://bit.ly/2WIlbId “The Legend of the Jersey Devil” by Carolyn Cox: http://bit.ly/2Im39rq “Hitchhiking Ghost in Delano” posted at Backpackerverse.com: http://bit.ly/2IkU6XM “Evil Walks Browning Road” by Amy S.: http://bit.ly/2N7inoL ===== Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Info on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScream Info on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TV ===== (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...

48 mins

12 March Finished

“DEATH ROW GHOSTS: Chilling True Tales of Killers Who Refuse To Die” & More Terrors! #WeirdDarkness

“DEATH ROW GHOSTS: Chilling True Tales of Killers Who Refuse To Die” & More Terrors! #WeirdDarkness

Even in death, some of history’s most infamous killers refuse to rest, their vengeful spirits still haunting the prisons, execution chambers, and crime scenes where their reigns of terror ended—but perhaps not for good. IN THIS EPISODE: The most evil of lawbreakers in our society – the murderers and rapists – are usually confined to life in prison. The most evil of the evil are sometimes sentenced to death. But is it possible that by cutting short the lives of the horrific individuals on Death Row, we are unknowingly creating new malevolent entities that continue to torment us from the grave? (The Ghosts of Death Row) *** From beatings to murders to a handful of escape attempts made by Alcatraz's prisoners, the terrifying history of Alcatraz prison contains plenty of ghosts. (The Hauntings of Alcatraz) *** What if UFOs aren’t from another planet – or even another dimension? What if they are actually machines built right here on Earth, piloted by human time travelers? (Time Machine Flying Saucers) *** Weirdo family member Amber Harris shares a true story called “Darkness Was My Neighbor”. (Darkness Was My Neighbor) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Lead-In 00:01:09.757 = Show Open 00:03:03.177 = Ghosts of Death Row 00:24:43.890 = Hauntings of Alcatraz 00:42:56.868 = Time Machine Flying Saucers 00:49:48.389 = Darkness Was My Neighbor 00:56:01.235 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… “The Ghosts of Death Row” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2KzEFw9 “The Hauntings of Alcatraz” by Erin McCann: http://bit.ly/2QSsuM6 “Time Machine Flying Saucers” posted at UFO Digest (link no longer available) “Darkness Was My Neighbor” by Amber Harris – submitted directly to Weird Darkness ===== Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Info on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScream Info on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TV ===== (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: January, 2022 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/DeathRowGhosts

57 mins

12 March Finished

What If Her IMAGINARY FRIEND ISN’T SO IMAGINARY?: #RetroRadio EP0346 #WeirdDarkness

What If Her IMAGINARY FRIEND ISN’T SO IMAGINARY?: #RetroRadio EP0346 #WeirdDarkness

A young, adopted girl named Christine, lacking friends, invents an imaginary older brother named Harry. As the story unfolds, it becomes evident that Harry is more than just a figment of her imagination. Hear the tale in “Harry” from Beyond Midnight! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Ghost Powder” (October 29, 1975) ***WD 00:45:49.509 = The LineUp, “Stefano and Haddock” (February 27, 1951) 01:15:31.409 = Philip Marlowe, “Friend From Detroit” (March 05, 1949) ***WD 01:45:14.519 = The Black Mass, “The Feeder” (July 01, 1964) ***WD 01:58:00.269 = Beyond Midnight, “Harry” (December 13, 1968) 02:25:22.129 = MindWebs, “The Garden of Time” (1975-1984) 02:51:19.399 = Ellery Queen’s Minute Mysteries, “Deep Sea Murder” (1939-1948) ***WD 02:52:12.653= Molle Mystery Theater, “Alibi For Murder” (March 22, 1946) 03:22:04.509 = Mr. District Attorney, “Stolen Slot Machines” (February 14, 1945) 03:51:48.549 = Murder at Midnight, “April 13, 1947) ***WD 04:18:35.799 = The Black Museum, “The Straight Razor” (1952) 04:43:51.126 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown (LQ) = Low Quality ***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 ©2025, Weird Darkness. = = = = = CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0346

4 hours 45 mins

11 March Finished

“THE PARANORMAL SECRETS OF 63 MAPLE STREET: House of Ghosts, Death, and Witchcraft” #WeirdDarkness

“THE PARANORMAL SECRETS OF 63 MAPLE STREET: House of Ghosts, Death, and Witchcraft” #WeirdDarkness

A house built on a history of war, death, and dark magic—what lurks within the walls of 63 Maple Street may be more than just restless spirits. SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… Book: “The Haunting of 63 Maple Street” by Jordan Quinn Farkas: https://amzn.to/3w2Ximy Blog post: “Our Humble Haunted Home” from ParanormalHauntings.blog: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5x4y29w4 ===== Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Info on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScream Info on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TV ===== (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 22, 2024 EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/63MapleStreet

1 hour 40 mins

11 March Finished

“WERE DRAGONS REAL? The Connection to Dinosaurs, Bombardier Beetles, and More!” #WeirdDarkness

“WERE DRAGONS REAL? The Connection to Dinosaurs, Bombardier Beetles, and More!” #WeirdDarkness

Are dragons pure fantasy, or do real-world creatures—from dinosaurs to bombardier beetles—hold the secrets to their legendary traits? Or could actual dragons have actually existed? IN THIS EPISODE: Is it possible dragons are… or at least were… real? Science takes a look at the possibility. (Are Dragons Real?) *** In a thick, dark forest in Colorado is a foreboding house which is considered one of the most haunted places in the U.S. (Haunted House In The Black Forest) *** A woman has the gift of speaking with and interacting with those who have passed on… but what began as a gift, evolved into a curse. (The Man Is Back) *** Weirdo family member Ezra tells us of his personal encounter with a black-eyed child. (An Angel Saved Me From a Black Eyed Kid) *** Pukwudgies were known to Native Americans, who gave them a wide berth. And if you see one, it’s best to stay away. (What is a Pukwudgie?) *** What began as a practical joke soon became one of the greatest hoaxes in American history – it’s the true story of the Cardiff Giant. (The Petrified Man) *** Jody smiled at the children playing in her backyard. She didn’t know them, they were probably the neighbors’ kids. At least that’s what she thought at first until she began to notice something disturbing about those children. (Phantom Children of Guilford) *** Dealing with the paranormal is already unsettling. What if you were to learn that the supernatural has actually been feeding on you? (Supernatural Feedings) *** Newlywed couples planning a trip to Venice envision romantic walkways and Renaissance art. What they don’t expect to find is an island that is illegal to set foot on… and for good reason. (Black Plague Island) *** Weirdo family member Ber Bella shares an experience her grandmother had on an icy road. (Angel On Black Ice) *** Sometimes a prisoner is let free, with experts of the opinion he has been completely rehabilitated. Sometimes they are right. Often they are wrong. And in the case of Jack Unterweger – releasing him was the worst thing that could ever have been done. (Poet of Death) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and “The Dragon” (short fiction story) 00:07:48.800 = Show Open 00:10:31.593 = Are Dragons Real? 00:21:28.324 = Haunted House in Black Forest 00:35:16.637 = What Is a Pukwudgie? 00:42:37.156 = The Petrified Man 00:50:31.919 = The Man Is Back 00:55:06.157 = An Angel Saved Me From a Black-Eyed Kid 00:59:05.427 = The Phantom Children of Gilford 01:03:11.598 = Supernatural Feedings 01:11:31.079 = Black Plague Island 01:21:26.150 = Angel on Black Ice 01:25:01.397 = Poet of Death 01:31:31.196 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE… The short fiction story “The Dragon” written by Ray Bradbury: http://bit.ly/2WHbtKp “Are Dragons Real?” by L.W. Martin: http://bit.ly/2IqEX5Q “An Angel Saved Me From a Black Eyed Kid” by Weirdo family member Ezra “What is a Pukwudgie?” by John Freund: http://bit.ly/319JD8R “The Petrified Man” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2MvPlif “The Man is Back” by E6bee: http://bit.ly/2IjyklT “Haunted House In The Black Forest” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2IeVZUo “The Phantom Children of Gilford” posted at FarShores (link no longer available) “Supernatural Feedings” by Nick Redfern:

1 hour 33 mins

11 March Finished

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