Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Some of us loved Prom. Some of us thought it was stupid. Some of us didn’t even go. But why do we even do it? And when did Prom start? Turns out… the roots of this high school tradition goes back centuries and involves something *VERY* controversial. This is the Dark History of… Debutante Balls & Prom. I appreciate you …

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Our story today centers on the little Illinois suburb called Bolingbrook...specifically on Bolingbrook police officer Drew Peterson. His ex-wife, Kathy, supposedly died due to "an accident." Then why did Drew propose to his new wife only weeks after his divorce..? This was only the first red flag...because that wife would…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Gossip has played a *VERY* important role throughout history. It brings us together and makes us feel like we know our favorite celebrities or people in power, but it can also tear us apart. But who paved the way for gossip to be what it is today? Well, this is the Dark History of Gossip. I appreciate you for coming by,…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Welcome back, my lovelies! Today we're talking about Jean Claude Romand, who faked his way into the World Health Organization. After pretending to be a doctor for 18 years, his lies started to unravel and lead him down a dark path... What do you think made him confess in the end? Also, let me know who you want me to talk …

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Look… I grew up in the early 2000s. I essentially had a Blue Ultra Monster glued in my hand at all times. And to be honest… I have no clue where energy drinks even came from. So what is the story? Who invented them? And why are we so obsessed with caffeine? Well friends… I found some answers. I appreciate you for coming…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Thor Nis Christiansen was many things, but most notably, he was a necrophiliac-hitchhiker-targeting-serial-killer. Ever since he was a troubled teen, his friends noticed how "off" he was...little did they know, at just 19 years old, Thor would take his violence to the next level. Also, let me know who you want me to talk …

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Once upon a time, bedtime stories were straight-up R-rated. Kids were being tucked in to tales about cannibalism, SA, body mutilation, and so much more. And the best part is, these stories are still around… but disguised… as your favorite *Disney* movies. That’s right, some of your favorite childhood memories have absolut…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Welcome to part 2 of our story about the most famous serial killer ever, Jack the Ripper. Today I wanted to talk about alllll of the people who could be Jack the Ripper, and still today no one knows for sure. Let me know who you think it could be, and if you missed part one, catch up here: https://youtu.be/u1sGH4xX89c. Al…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Everything you think you know about women in America’s Wild West is *WRONG.* I feel like we’ve been convinced that women back then were just quietly knitting, churning butter and popping out kids left and right. But THESE ladies? They were rough… they were tough… and they were smart and rebellious. And their legacies ar…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Today’s story is about one of, if not the most, famous serial killer ever- Jack the Ripper. Yes, we’re talking about Jack the Ripper. There is so much information out there about this guy, and his story still sends shivers down my spine. Stay tuned for a part two coming soon! Also, let me know who you want me to talk abou…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Do you know the other woman who was a huge force behind the Underground railroad? I know what you're thinking, and no… I’m not talking about Harriet Tubman. Turns out there's another person we rarely talk about. And the Underground Railroad is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to her accomplishments. I appreciat…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Today we’re talking about the man who is famously known as America’s first ever serial killer- H.H. Holmes. But did he kill for money, or for fun? Living in Chicago in the mid 1800s, his dream was to get rich by any means necessary, even if that meant murdering his friends, lovers… basically everyone close to him. The tru…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! People put their lives in the hands of doctors every day, but what if those doctors aren't so trustworthy? We've got a pair of crazy stories for you today... Dr. Max "Feelgood" Jacobson, who spent his career injecting politicians and Hollywood elite with his "feelgood" amphetamine vitamin cocktail till they were hooked,…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Today we’re talking about the infamous Black Widow Killer, aka Stacey Castor. Not only did Stacey kill her two husbands by poisoning them, she then tried to blame the whole thing on her daughter… and murder her too!!! Let me know what you guys think about this one. Also, let me know who you want me to talk about next time…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! I recently came across this story about something called “The Lavender Scare.” I was like omg… first of all, what a beautiful name. Sounds nice, what is it? And turns out, it was a government sponsored witch hunt, hellbent on ruining the lives of millions of gay people in America… and nobody really talks about it. If yo…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Today’s story is about a real creep, Harrison Graham. After police found the remains of seven women in his apartment, he tried to blame it on his alter ego. He still claims he doesn’t remember most of his murders… let me know what you guys think in the comments. Also, let me know who you want me to talk about next time. H…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! The Challenger disaster is considered one of the worst tragedies in American history. It’s seared into our minds. But do we have any idea what went wrong? Like… why did it happen and who is responsible? So friends… I dug deep and found some answers. And lemme tell ya… I got some questions for NASA. I appreciate you for …

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Today we’re talking about the world’s first ever internet based murder. It all started when Bruce Miller bought his wife Sharee a computer and she downloaded AOL. That day would lead to a whirlwind romance- and by that I mean fake pregnancies, twisted lies, and a whole lot of complete buffoonery that ultimately ended in a…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Did you know one of America’s deadliest riots actually started inside a theater in New York. But instead of a drunk senator causing the chaos--I'm looking at you, Lauren Boebert--it was caused by two actors, with decades of beef between them. And this beef turned into blood in the streets...and I *NEVER* hear anyone tal…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Joshua Phillips committed an unspeakable crime in his own neighborhood at only 14. What role did his dad actually play in this murder? Do you think he was telling the truth about what really happened? Also, let me know who you want me to talk about next time. Hope you have a great rest of your week, make good choices and …

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! The story of the Kennedy’s has been so romanticized by the media over the years. People are *obsessed* with them. I personally have never understood it, because I just assumed they were like an old money family that wiggled their way into politics and partied their life away because they could. But no… they were so much…

In a small New York town, a sense of mystery enveloped the community when 36-year-old Jennifer Ramsaran disappeared without a trace on December 11, 2012. Following months of uncertainty, her remains were discovered along a secluded roadside, revealing the shocking truths of a secret love affair. Credit: Dateline NBC - The Perfect Life Don't forget …

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! Today we’re talking about Cameron Hooker: was everything terrible you can imagine. The worst part, nobody even did anything about it for years- not even his wife. What do you guys think should have happened to Janice after all of this? Also, let me know who you want me to talk about next time. Hope you have a great rest o…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Never in history has there been a more unappreciated animal than the pigeon. Most people think they are just disease infected rats with wings. Right? But actually, pigeons were our companions for centuries. All they wanted to do was help us send our silly little messages and stop wars, and what did they get in return? A…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! This case certainly is a unique one. I mean it’s not every day that you hear about a murderer who got off on causing trainwrecks with his imaginary friend. What do you think happened to Sylvester after all of this? Also, let me know who you want me to talk about next time. Hope you have a great rest of your week, make goo…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Now, before the Olympics were a thing, it was really just a bunch of Greek competitions about testing physical limits. They had no fancy ass equipment or Nike sponsorships. But since then, a lot of people have been abused, and cities have been destroyed. And apparently, people like you and I pay for the Olympics to exis…

Hi friends, happy Tuesday! This week I wanted to sit down with you and all and answer YOUR questions. I really dive into it here so I hope you enjoy hearing a little bit more about what goes on in my life and how I make these videos come to life for you guys! Also, let me know who you want me to talk about next time. Hope you have a great rest of y…

Hi friends, happy almost St. Patty’s Day! I’ll be honest with you… it’s hard to shock me anymore. So when I tell you that this story that I found *SHOOK ME* to my core… you know it’s for real. While I was looking into lesser-known Irish history, I kept reading about these things called the Magdalene Laundries. And while something like “laundry” see…

Hi friends, happy Monday! They called him the Dating Game Killer, but should he really be the Photography Killer? Or maybe the Getaway Man, because somehow this doofus was always getting away. Plus since they didn’t have the tech we have now, will we ever actually know how many he really did kill? Also, let me know who you want me to talk about nex…

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Remember Beanie Baby Mania? It was INSANE. Everyone thought these things would be worth thousands. And then outta nowhere, Furby showed up and completely changed the game, terrorizing kids and adults alike with those creepy little eyes and phrases. If you’re a 90s kid like me, chances are you had one of these iconic toy…

Hi friends, happy Monday! Albert Fish went by a lot of names: Ham and Eggs, The Grey Man, The Boogeyman. Also Albert wasn’t even his real name, it was Howard. But one name he for sure needed was monster. What do you guys think of Albert? Also, let me know who you want me to talk about next time. Hope you have a great rest of your week, make good ch…

Hi friends, happy Thursday! Did you know the person who paved the way for the invention of Wifii was one of the most controversial actresses in Hollywood? I know. Random! Today’s episode is about the one, the only, Hedy Lamarr. It turns out, we owe Hedy A LOT. Without her advancements in film and technology, the world would be a VERY different plac…

Hi friends! Happy Tuesday Hope you are having a wonderful day today! We are here to talk about Brenda brenda brendddaa. A selfish partner or wanted a better life? Thats up for debate. Looking forward to reading what you guys have to say down below. Also, let me know who you want me to talk about next time! Hope you have a great rest of your week, m…

In 1989, in St. Joseph, Minnesota, 11-year-old Jacob Wetterling was abducted at night while riding his bike home from a corner store with his friends. His case would puzzle authorities and deeply unsettle the small community for nearly thirty years. Credit: Clips and interviews featured in this episode were sourced from "In The Dark" podcast, Seaso…