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Dark Outdoors

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Texas
Drones
True Crime
Tex-Arcana Moonlight Murders
Outdoor Safety
Bigfoot
Israel Keyes
Wilderness Safety
Criminal Elements
Self-Defense
Gulf Of Mexico
Wildlife Safety
Dean Corrl
Houston Mass Murders
Teen Poaching
Mountain Lion
Chupacabra
Wilderness
Serial Killers
Surveillance

Dark Outdoors® explores true crime, unsolved mysteries, and deadly encounters in the wild.

From serial killers in remote places and chilling missing persons cases to eerie outdoor mysteries and dangerous wildlife encounters, each episode exposes the stories mainstream media overlooks.

Hosted by award-winning wildlife journalist Chester Moore, Dark Outdoors® brings gripping interviews with survi... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes67Founded4 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Nearly 51 years after Jaws changed movie history and forever altered the way people viewed sharks, Chester Moore sits down with Jeffrey Voorhees, the actor who portrayed Alex Kintner, the young boy whose shocking death scene became one of the most un... more

Deep in the California redwoods, beneath a towering owl statue hidden among the trees, robed figures gather around firelight as chants echo through the darkness.

For decades, Bohemian Grove has fueled rumors involving secret ceremonies, elite power,... more

In this episode of Dark Outdoors®, we explore the frightening reality of digital stalking, GPS tracking, location sharing, and how smartphones, apps, social media, and outdoor tech can expose campers, hikers, hunters, and travelers to real-world dang... more

Are jaguars really being secretly released into Texas… or is the internet being flooded with AI-generated wildlife hoaxes?

In this episode of Dark Outdoors, Chester Moore dives deep into the viral rumors, fake predator stories, AI-generated wildlife... more

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Recent Guests

Russ Dizdar
Late pastor and researcher featured through a clip of his message
Independent researcher/author
Episode: Giant Owl of the Redwoods: Bohemian Groves & The Mystery of the Hooded Ones
Dr. Tracy Fanara
A scientist discussing pharmaceuticals in the marine environment
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Episode: Cocaine Sharks Are Real!
Stephen Michaud
Author known for The Only Living Witness and Conversation with a Killer
Episode: Ted Bundy and the Outdoors: Surviving Modern Day Predators
Mike Vining
Retired Delta Force operator
Episode: Delta Force Meets the Wild: Surviving with the Sgt. Major Mike Vining & Donna Ikenberry
Donna Ikenberry
Wildlife photographer
Episode: Delta Force Meets the Wild: Surviving with the Sgt. Major Mike Vining & Donna Ikenberry
Grady Judd
Sheriff of Polk County, Florida
Polk County Sheriff's Office
Episode: Murder Mountain, The Hound From Hell & Encountering Growers
Jerrie Dean
Founder of Missing Persons of America, advocate for missing individuals
Missing Persons of America
Episode: Lost Interview - Missing TX 40, A Body In A Barrel & Murder In the Pineywoods
Jeff Stewart
Hunter, fisherman, gunsmith, author, and law enforcement veteran
Episode: Attacked! Surviving Vehicle, Campsite & Trailhead Attacks
Dr. Greg Stunz
Shark expert and member of the Gulf Council
Heart Research Institute
Episode: The Real Story of "Jaws" and the 1916 New Jersey Shark Attacks

Host

Chester Moore
Award-winning wildlife journalist and host of Dark Outdoors, known for meticulous research and engaging outdoor storytelling.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • Holy Toledo buy a real mic!

    If you want to produce a professional podcast then spend a few bucks on decent equipment and do a little research on proper narration techniques and room treatment to avoid sounding like you’re an amateur voice over wannabe recording inside a barrel.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Durst98
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show!

    Heard you on Bigfoot Society. CooL Podcast Brother

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1SavedByGrace2
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great and interesting show!

    I heard Chester on Bigfoot Society and loved the stories and the way he presented. Same with his show. Excellent content, check it out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M. Cassin
    United Statesa year ago
  • It’s ok but….

    It is an interesting show at times, some of the people interviewed are clearly off their rockers and they put too much personal agenda into the topics they are talking about. The hosts “active listening” noises (like ‘mmhmm’ ‘yeah’ and such) get REALLY annoying and way too frequent. The show needs better guests and more research by the host on the topics before having people on.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    LiquidChaos66
    United States2 years ago
  • Not as advertised

    No true stories, but most are kind of fun for the spooky season, unless you’re a scientist…it’s super obvious the host strings together random scientific words without understanding their meaning. I listened to an episode highlighting my chosen science and it was actually physically painful to listen to some of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MistressFallon
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise deep research and engaging storytelling.
Some critique production polish and pacing in certain episodes.
Many enjoy the host's credibility and wildlife focus, with high regard for guest interviews and field reporting.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Wild Men: The Search for Lost Tribes & Feral Humans with Lyle Blackburn
Q: What are your thoughts on the reports of feral humans and primitive tribes' sightings?
The discussion reflects on historical accounts of disappeared tribes and modern sightings that suggest the possibility of primitive humans still existing in the Big Thicket area. They explore how these phenomena blur the lines between folklore and reality.
Momo, Lizard Man & the Lake Worth Monster with Lyle Blackburn
Q: In any of your research of these sort of Bigfoot offshoots or Bigfoot related things, have you ever come across any concrete fakery that has been proved on any of these?
Many cases do involve some level of fakery, especially as people's interest grows, but that doesn't negate the legitimate sightings.
Delta Force Meets the Wild: Surviving with the Sgt. Major Mike Vining & Donna Ikenberry
Q: Did you ever feel vulnerable being a woman out in the outdoors in these places?
Donna shares her experience of solo hiking, where she occasionally felt vulnerable, especially after some encounters that raised her suspicions.
Delta Force Meets the Wild: Surviving with the Sgt. Major Mike Vining & Donna Ikenberry
Q: Can you just give us, to start off, people can be curious a little bit about your background, and the genesis of your military career?
Mike Vining shares his military background, detailing his journey from Explosive Ordnance Disposal to joining Delta Force, where he served for 20 years.
Poacher Poses As Woman To Kill City Deer & A Look At lllegal Wildlife Cloning
Q: Was this ongoing only in this particular area?
Investigations revealed evidence of similar poaching activities in other parts of New York and along the Eastern Seaboard.

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A gripping true-crime and wilderness storytelling show that blends investigative interviews, debunking of sensational online claims, and real-world encounters in remote outdoor settings. Episodes frequently center on serial killers, missing persons cases, cryptids, dangerous wildlife, and mysterious happenings in wild locales, with a strong emphasis on safety, preparedness, and the darker edges of outdoor adventure. A standout is the host's reputation as a seasoned wildlife journalist, which brings credibility, deep research, and compelling, survivor-focused narratives to high-stakes outdoor stories.

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1. Backwoods Bigfoot Stories
2. Bigfoot Crossroads
3. Sasquatch Odyssey
4. Bigfoot Society
5. Sasquatch Chronicles

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Dark Outdoors launched 4 years ago and published 67 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Dark Outdoors include:

1. Russ Dizdar
2. Dr. Tracy Fanara
3. Stephen Michaud
4. Mike Vining
5. Donna Ikenberry
6. Grady Judd
7. Jerrie Dean
8. Jeff Stewart

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