Weird Darkness: Paranormal & True Crime Stories
Darren Marlar | Weird DarknessAward-winning podcast of true stories of the paranormal, supernatural, legends, lore, the strange and bizarre, true crime, conspiracy, mysterious, macabre, unsolved and unexplained -- seven days a week! Hosted by professional voice actor Darren Marlar, named one of the “Best Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1035 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeHistory | |||
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A young bride's uncanny knowledge of history's deadliest catastrophes convinces her husband she's hiding something — but the truth behind her secret is older than he could ever imagine.
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The Slender Man began as two photographs and a caption, submitted to an internet forum in 2009 as nothing more than a creepy image contest. Within five years, people across the country were treating him as real – and some proved just how far that bel... more
Scout Brooks just wants to survive his first day of seventh grade — but a mysterious after-school astronomy club, run by an even stranger professor, has him wondering exactly what he's signed up for.
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Two best friends sneak out on the first night of summer break and find a working elevator standing alone in the middle of the woods — and the moment they step inside, the way home stops making sense.
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We love the story telling on this podcast and listen every night.
Apple Podcasts3RenaJCB
United States9 days ago - Noise
Sound effects suck loud music in between and stupid sound effects.
Apple Podcasts2FakeinfoskipUnited States11 days ago - Good podcast.
Like this podcast a lot. Especially the retro radio and fiction stuff. My only issue is all the reposts. He posts more episodes than most podcasters, but the majority are recycled episodes.
Apple Podcasts4Loyd X-masUnited States22 days ago - ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I really enjoy the Weird Darkness podcast. It’s become one of my favorites thanks to its mix of creepy stories, true crime, paranormal mysteries, and dark history. Darren Marlar’s narration creates an immersive atmosphere that keeps me hooked.
What sets the show apart is its strong storytelling and variety of topics. Each episode is entertaining and well researched, whether it covers ghost stories, unsolved mysteries, or strange historical events. The production quality is excellent, and the ba... more
Apple Podcasts5TheSummerGothUnited States2 months ago - Welcome weirdos ;)
I love his podcasts and his voice is soothing late at night. Perfect time to tune in!!! :D
Apple Podcasts5Good Vibes Only 369United States2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #199 | United States/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #210 |  United Arab Emirates/True Crime |
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A multiplatform storytelling show focused on paranormal, supernatural, legends, and true crime, with an emphasis on atmospheric narration and immersive, episodic mysteries. Episodes blend historical curiosities, unsolved cases, conspiracy lore, and vintage radio aesthetics, often guided by a strong host voice and occasional retro promos. Notable strengths include high production value, consistent weekly cadence, and a knack for weaving folklore with contemporary storytelling, which can appeal to listeners who enjoy eerie tales, mystery solving, and well-hosted narratives. A few episodes experiment with meta-commentary and historical context, adding texture beyond straightforward retellings.
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4. The Paranormal Podcast
5. Paranormal Portal
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this podcast launched 11 years ago and published 1035 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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1. Joan Edmonds
2. Denton Norris
3. Fred Gwynne
4. Amber Harris
5. Ali Mattu
6. James Hambrick
7. JD. Buffington
8. Victor Jory
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