Best Dark History Podcasts (2024)

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The British Home Child Migrant Scheme 1:05:33

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Episode 326: Between 1869 and 1948, over 100,000 children from the United Kingdom were sent to Canada and other British commonwealth countries such as Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa as part of the British Home Children migration scheme. This movement was initiated to alleviate the burden of poverty and overcrowded workhouses in Britain by…

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Exploring Britain's Dark Side: A Deep Dive into A Guidebook to Dark Attractions in The UK 48:13

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Send us a Text Message. Hi everyone and welcome back to the dark history podcast where we explore the darkest parts of human history. hope everyone is well I’m Rob your host as always. Welcome to season 3 episode 15 Exploring Britain's Dark Side: A Deep Dive into 'A Guidebook to Dark Attractions in the UK. So today's episode is going to be somethin…

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Episode 11: Mary Ann Cotton 19:00

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Send us a Text Message. Ooo is this lady sneaky and possibly a lesser known serial killer!By Dark History

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The Indestructible Soldier: Adrian Carton de Wiart’s Legendary Tale 9:01

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Join us in this thrilling episode as we delve into the extraordinary life of Adrian Carton de Wiart, a soldier whose resilience and bravery are the stuff of legends. From losing an eye and a hand in battle to surviving plane crashes and escaping prisoner-of-war camps, Carton de Wiart's story is a testament to human endurance and courage. Discover h…

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137: The Dark History of Gossip: Cancel Culture Started WAY Earlier Than You Think 52:58

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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,…

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4.9 | Shout from the Depths: The Castle of Good Hope's Forgotten Voices 1:30:28

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of 'When Walls Can Talk,' host Jeremy Haig recounts his transformative experience visiting South Africa, leading into a deep exploration of the complex and tragic history of the Castle of Good Hope in Cape Town. The narrative traces the origins and construction of the castle, the intertwined indigenous and co…

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The Life and Crimes of Serial Killer Edward H. Rulloff 1:00:24

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Episode 325: Edward H. Rulloff was a 19th-century Canadian-born serial killer renowned for his exceptional intellect and heinous crimes. Rulloff exhibited prodigious intellectual abilities from a young age. He was a polymath with expertise in various fields, including linguistics, where he made significant contributions, proposing theories on the o…

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Episode 10: The Real Ones 20:10

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Send us a Text Message. Let's meet the real women behind the stories.By Dark History

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What Happened to Sheree Fertuck? 1:06:25

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Episode 324: Sheree Fertuck, a 51-year-old businesswoman, mother of three, and grandmother from Saskatchewan, disappeared on December 7, 2015, after leaving her family’s lunch gathering at her mother’s farm in Kenaston to return to work at a nearby gravel pit. The next day, her abandoned gravel truck was found in the pit, with her personal belongin…

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JULY | Monthly Tarot Magic | Set Down Your Burden 47:00

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Send us a Text Message. It’s time for another edition of Monthly Tarot Magic for the month of July! This is a profoundly personal one that is as much for me as I believe it’s for every one of us. Enjoy! Support the Show. ------------ I want to be part of the club! Check out our other Podcast Network shows! Cinematic Secrets Listen on Apple Podcasts…

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1816 - The Year Without Summer 12:31

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Join us as we travel back to 1816, a year marked by eerie darkness and unrelenting cold. Dubbed "The Year Without a Summer," this episode dives into the volcanic eruption of Mount Tambora and its catastrophic global impact. Discover how this climatic anomaly led to widespread crop failures, famine, and even the creation of literary masterpieces. We…

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Episode 9: Non-Water Floods 18:30

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Send us a Text Message. Did you ever think that you could be faced with a flood of something other than water? The three cities discussed in this episode had to face a fate such as that.By Dark History

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Global Nightmares: Unveiling the Darkest Folklore from Around the World 28:58

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Send us a Text Message. Myths and legends captivate us as human beings, drawing us into their web of wonder and mystery. These stories, whether they originate from ancient times or contemporary culture, have a unique power to compel us, often leading us to dive headfirst into a proverbial rabbit hole of exploration and discovery. The allure of folk…

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The 2014 Nanaimo Mill Shooting: The Murders of Michael Lunn and Fred McEachern 1:07:23

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Episode 323: In April 2014, a tragic shooting occurred at a sawmill in Nanaimo, British Columbia. Kevin Douglas Addison, 47, a former employee, opened fire at the Western Forest Products mill, killing Michael Lunn, 61, and Fred McEachern, 53, and injuring two others, Earl Kelly and Tony Sudar. Addison was charged with two counts of first-degree mur…

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Episode 8: The Warrens part 2 17:51

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Send us a Text Message. The Devil Made Me Do It, Snedeker hauntings and some more gross facts about these two. Be sure to read Jude Doyle's article about the Conjuring series! https://judedoyle.medium.com/lets-kill-off-the-conjuring-a0b9eaa38e0eBy Dark History

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136: Dark History: Killer Lemonade and the Unknown Truth of Energy Drinks 1:06:49

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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…

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Marine Disasters in NS and The Wreck of the SS Atlantic 1:09:20

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Episode 322: Nova Scotia's rugged coastline and treacherous waters have made it a graveyard for ships throughout history. The SS Atlantic, a White Star Line steamship, sank off Nova Scotia on April 1, 1873, in one of the worst maritime disasters before the Titanic. On its 19th voyage from Liverpool to New York with around 975 people on board, the s…

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Episode 7: The Warrens part 1 20:39

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Send us a Text Message. We all know their names, we've all seen the movies. But do you know the truth? Please check out these awesome creators on YouTube! Beardo Gets Scared The Side Eye Guy Better Off Red Truth or Demons PodcastBy Dark History

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Hell Hath No Fury 29:23

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Send us a Text Message. Throughout history, several women have earned notoriety for their actions and the impact they had on society. These women, often wielding considerable power and influence, left behind legacies marred by violence, cruelty, and controversy. One of the most infamous women in history is Elizabeth Báthory, who we've covered in a …

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135: Dark History: Trafficked & Beheaded!? The REAL Story behind your Disney Favs 40:06

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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…

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Summer Tragedy: The 2018 Fredericton Shooting 1:21:39

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Episode 321: On August 10, 2018, the city of Fredericton, New Brunswick, was rocked by a horrific shooting that left four people dead. A man armed with a legally obtained assault-style rifle opened fire in a residential neighbourhood, killing two police officers and two civilians. Constables Robb Costello, 45, and Sara Burns, 43, were gunned down a…

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Episode 6: Madame du Pompadour 20:59

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Send us a Text Message. Did you know that the King's mistress held an official title in European courts?? Be sure to read Sex with Kings by Eleanor HermanBy Dark History

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134: Dark History: Meet the Gritty Gals who Shot up America’s Wild West 52:13

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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…

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All That Remains: The Murder of Mary-Lynn Breeden 1:07:44

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Episode 320: In 1991, the city of Vancouver was rocked by the brutal murder of 29-year-old Mary-Lynn Kimberly Breeden. Friends and family called her Lynn. The charred remains of her body were discovered in a dumpster, with a single bullet wound to the skull. What followed was a complex investigation that would uncover a web of deceit, greed, and co…

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Episode 5: The Tulsa Race Massacre 20:24

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Send us a Text Message. Ever heard of it? Neither had I and there is a reason for that.....By Dark History

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Unleashing Hell: Exploring History's Most Devastating Battles 28:47

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Send us a Text Message. Since the dawn of time, armed conflict has been a tragic and devastating fact of human life. Whether over land, resources, or politics, human beings have always managed to find new reasons to wage war against one another. Often as part of larger conflicts or wars, countless individual battles have ensued throughout history. …

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Shadows of Deception (Part 3): The Murder of Wayne Millard 1:11:34

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Episode 319: In the first two parts of our Shadows of Deception series, we delved into the abysmal depths of depravity exhibited by Dellen Millard and Mark Smich through the heinous murders of Tim Bosma and Laura Babcock. With Millard and Smich already incarcerated for their previous atrocities, a new investigation was launched into the 2012 death …

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Episode 4: Mummified Monks 24:06

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Send us a Text Message. Mummification was a practice used after the person died, but could you imagine taking steps while still living to become a mummy?By Shannon

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133: Dark History: The Unknown Mother of the Civil Rights Movement 45:44

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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…

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Shadows of Deception (Part 2): The Murder of Laura Babcock 1:02:00

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Episode 318: In the previous episode, we explored the shocking murder of Tim Bosma and the subsequent trial that brought two killers to justice. However, their trail of violence did not end there. In this second installment of our three-part series, we delve into the tragic case of Laura Babcock, 23, whose July 2012 disappearance from Toronto was e…

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Episode 1: The Cincinnati Privy Disaster 19:39

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Send us a Text Message. Nine elementary school girls all lost their lives simply because the floor of a poorly constructed building gave out.By Shannon

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Episode 2: Rose Marie Kennedy 13:08

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Send us a Text Message. Ahh the Kennedys. Has a more American family ever existed? And what is more American than a dysfunctional family full of secrets? Poor Rose Marie was essentially hidden from her siblings for almost twenty years and was barely spoken of. But why?By Shannon

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Episode 3: The Coogan Account 20:16

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Send us a Text Message. The entire reason child actors have any right to their earnings is based off of one man: Jackie Coogan.By Shannon

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Shattered Homeland: Exploring the Trail of Tears 28:44

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Send us a Text Message. In the early 1830s, the landscape of the southeastern United States was home to a vibrant mosaic of Native American cultures, encompassing approximately 125,000 individuals who resided on expansive territories spanning Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, and Florida. These lands held profound significance, having be…

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132: Dark History: Doctor or Dealer? How celeb doctors destroyed American icons 43:08

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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,…

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