
The Darkives is a history podcast where Jamie and Leo dive headfirst into the strangest, creepiest, and most disturbing stories the past tried to bury (and somehow manage to laugh along the way).
Each week, we unravel forgotten voyages, infamous historical figures, bizarre disasters, and centuries-old true crime, breaking it all down the way you would with friends - curious, slightly horrified, an... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 32 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryComedy | |||

Inês de Castro’s love story didn’t just end in tragedy... it ended in execution… and then a coronation.
In this episode, Jamie and Leo dive into one of the most dramatic and bizarre royal scandals in European history. When Portuguese nobleman Pedro ... more
She reduced a city to ashes… and history eventually called her a saint.
This week, Jamie and Leo travel back to Viking Age Eastern Europe to unpack the unbelievable rise of Olga the ruler, widow, strategist, and one of the most calculating figures o... more
They wanted a shortcut to California. Instead, they found themselves trapped in the Sierra Nevada during the winter of 1846 — snowed in, starving, and running out of time.
This week, Jamie and Leo unpack one of the most infamous disasters in America... more
They shot him. Embalmed him. Then forgot to bury him.
This week, Jamie and Leo dive into one of the strangest true crime stories in American history the bizarre afterlife of outlaw Elmer McCurdy.
After a failed robbery in early 1900s Oklahoma ended... more
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Is it necessary to tell funny stories and funny jokes in the middle of a gloomy or a sad story it doesn’t even make sense you’re both obnoxious
Well, more like reading of Wikipedia entry in a Denny’s. The pair add nothing with their flat banter.
Have up trying to listen as the audio is too low and I cannot hear, even at follow volume on my in ear headphone.
I love this podcast! I’m not usually into history but Jamie and Leo make it very fun and engaging
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Exploring the more obscure and grim events of history, this podcast is characterized by its blend of dark tales and a lighthearted approach. The hosts discuss a range of topics, from notorious pirates and tragic historical figures to chilling incidents like bear attacks and gruesome trials. Listeners can expect a mix of humor and educational content, as the hosts introduce bizarre stories that often go unmentioned in typical history narratives. This unique perspective makes it an engaging listen for those interested in alternative historical accounts and macabre themes, covered in a casual and entertaining manner.
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