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Attention all shiver-seekers! The Dark Oak is a weekly thrill and chill inducing mystery podcast. Every Wednesday, Stefanie and Cynthia will present to you a true tale of the supernatural, the macabre, historical crimes, cryptids, the unexplained and the downright spooky. To help ease your fears, we also include The Branch of Hope Foundation, which connects you to the human side of our cases by gi... more

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25 year old Michelle Von Emster’s mysterious death in 1994 remains one of San Diego's most notorious mysteries. It was officially ruled a Great White Shark Attack but marine experts disagree with that finding. Why would she have gone swimming in frig... more

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Lauren Spierer, a 20-year-old sophomore studying textiles merchandising at Indiana University, disappeared in the early morning hours of June 3, 2011, in Bloomington, Indiana. The night before, she had been out drinking heavily with friends using a f... more

Seventeen-year-old German adventurer Mike Mansholt arrived in Malta in July 2016 for his first solo trip. After a week with his girlfriend, he stayed on alone, rented a mountain bike in Sliema on 18 July, sent a cheerful voice message home, and pedal... more

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Duncan McPherson was a Canadian professional ice hockey player. In 1989 he went on a trip to Austria and disappeared after a day of snowboarding. Searches proved fruitless until 2003 when his body was found in a melting glacier, the very same glacier... more

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Cecilia De León
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Family of Paola Miranda Rosa
Episode: Episode 148: Unearthed from the Dark Oak: Where is Paola Miranda Rosa?
Robin Warder
Host of The Trail Went Cold Podcast focusing on cold cases
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Episode: Hot Pursuit - A Focus on Crime in the Summer Sun - Episode 1
Raven Rollins
Host of Sirens Podcast
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Episode: Hot Pursuit - A Focus on Crime in the Summer Sun - Episode 1

Hosts

Cynthia
Co-host delivering compassionate, research-driven commentary with a focus on victims and ethical storytelling.
Stefanie
Co-host known for dynamic banter, thorough case research, and compassionate storytelling.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • New favorite!

    I love the insights, the research, and the personal way the ladies relate. I love the compassion around such sensitive stories. I love that there is a cause attached that support victim’s families. Plus the banter makes me laugh. Please keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShaunClicquot
    United States25 days ago
  • Please enough with the side banter

    The cases are super interesting but the facts and story itself get lost in the side convos that never seem to stop. I don't care how this relates to that one time that one thing happened to you! Tell the damn story!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WakinUpInTheMornin42069
    United States2 months ago
  • Love love love you ladies!

    Insightful and powerful stories, told kindly and compassionately. I love that there is a mission to the podcast as well, so it’s not just to satisfy our need for stories. To the people critical of the their personal opinions occasionally aired: grown women are allowed to have and express their opinions. Get over it. I don’t always agree with them. I don’t believe in God- they do, but so what? They don’t ask you to agree. Lastly, sorry Cynthia, I would rate abrasive a 4 out of 5 on the harshness ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MysteryLoverCoco
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Causes! 5⭐️s

    First, I want to say that I truly love that these women are true to their beliefs. Donating to organizations that support victims is the BEST idea for putting your money where your mouth is! If we can all be entertained by these tragic stories truly the least we can do is donate to the causes that do anything to make this world a better place.

    I’m not sure what point to make second. I guess I have a list in no particular order. As far as politics, well, they are a part of so much we do. Can’t w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StinaMasFina
    United States3 months ago
  • Love the podcast but…

    …the constant loud laughing is off putting and annoying (imo)

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    obfus44
    Canada4 months ago

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Fans appreciate the monthly charitable angle and transparency about causes.

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Episode 115: The Mandela Effect
Q: Who is Fiona Broome?
Fiona Broome is a paranormal researcher who coined the term 'Mandela Effect' after experiencing a false memory about Nelson Mandela's death.
Episode 115: The Mandela Effect
Q: What is the Mandela Effect?
The Mandela Effect is when a large group of people misremember facts or events in a similar way, leading to collective false memories.
Episode 112: Brandon Swanson
Q: What is Brandon's law?
Brandon's law requires law enforcement to immediately take a missing person's report and begin an investigation for all situations regardless of the age of the person believed to be at risk.
Episode 112: Brandon Swanson
Q: How did Brandon's parents first react when he went missing?
Initially, they searched for him for several hours before contacting the police.
Episode 100: The Redhead Murders/The Bible Belt Strangler
Q: What led to the recent developments in the Redhead Murders case?
Investigative efforts by students in a sociology class, fueled by a concern for justice for the victims, led to new DNA links and identification of victims.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dark Oak

What is The Dark Oak about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two women-led true crime and mystery storytellers deliver well-researched, victim-centered cases with a warm, bantering dynamic. Episodes cover unsolved disappearances, historic crimes, paranormal and macabre topics, all framed with careful investigative detail, ethical considerations, and a recurring charitable angle through a monthly Foundation initiative. The format combines thorough case exploration with personal reflections and audience-friendly banter, making complex stories accessible while maintaining sensitivity to victims and their families. A unique strength is the ongoing Branch of Hope Foundation collaboration, which adds a human, charitable dimension to each month's coverage, and the duo's balance of rigor, empathy, and person... more

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