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Diseases That Do Not Seem Real
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are medical conditions, such as hypertension or asthma, that almost everyone has heard of. But there are some conditions that are so rare that...
Tales That Will Surprise True Crime Buffs
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Truth is stranger than fiction, especially when it comes to unsolved mysteries. After all, there’s something about unanswered or unexplainable hap...
The Haunting History of New Orleans
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The city of New Orleans in the American state of Louisiana is magical. I fell in love with this place the second I walked off the plane. It creeps...
The Cincinnati Witch Wars
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Salem, Massachusetts is famous for its witch trials of 1692. If you were accused of being a witch during these times; things would never go well for...
Cicada 3301
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On January 4, 2012; a puzzle was released on the internet that the Washington Post called one of the “top 5 eeriest, unresolved mysteries of the int...
The Mysterious Death of Tom Thomson
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Thomson is considered to be one of the greatest artists that Canada ever produced, but most of his life remains shrouded in mystery. His death t...
The Brentwood Five Massacre
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I think almost everyone out there remembers where they were when a specific event happened. For example; many people remember what they were doing w...
The Curse of the Bronze Lady
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In New York State, there is a village that is world famous. It is located on the eastern bank of the Hudson River, and it is about twenty miles or t...
From Writing Crime to Solving a Murder: The Story of Lois Duncan
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When I was a tween I loved reading books by Lois Duncan. Summer of Fear was my favourite, and I still read my original dog eared copy every now and ...
The Ken and Barbie Killers
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is one I wanted to do for a long time. It is one that many of you asked for, but it took me until now to do it. The reason is th...
Bobby Mackey's Music World
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every night one of the most famous haunted locations in the world is hopping. This famous nightclub is owned by Robert Mackey, who is a country sing...
The European Werewolf Trials
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
About two hundred years before the famous witch trials happened in Salem; men and women were being convicted of transforming into werewolves. It was s...
The Death of Toxic Gloria Ramirez
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever gone to a doctor to ask them about something that you think is weird? Whether you accidentally inhaled your own earring, or thought yo...
Haunted Battlegrounds
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Since the beginning of time; millions of people have died in wars. These battlefields were considered to be hell on Earth with all the death staining ...
The Werewolf of Siberia
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know what my favourite supernatural creature is? It’s a werewolf! In European folklore; werewolves are humans who are able to turn a wolf at ...
The Ghosts of Fremantle Prison
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fremantle Prison opened in 1855 as a convict barracks, and remained in continuous use for 136 years . It is known as the best preserved correctional f...
The Mystery of the Eight Day Bride
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine for a moment you meet the partner of your dreams, and they ask for your hand in marriage. The two of you slip away for a secret wedding, and t...
Haunted Shipwrecks
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A shipwreck will always make for a good story. These tales usually come to the same ending though…that the power of the sea is unstoppable. Shipwrec...
What Happened to Lora Lee Michel?
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The future was bright for child star Lora Lee Michel. By the age of seven she was a Hollywood sensation that was being billed as the next Shirley Temp...
Cursed Dams
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many people are afraid of ghosts, in fact; being afraid of spirits is one of the most common fears around. Many cultures have beliefs about the dead, ...
Canada's Most Haunted City, Part 2
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The city of Kingston in Ontario, Canada has no shortage of scary tales. In fact, Kingston is a ghost’s dream city! There are tonnes of historic ston...
The Haunting of Fox Hollow Farm
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just outside Indianapolis; Indiana in the United States is Fox Hollow Farm, that is said to be haunted by its brutal past. This location was once the ...
The Vampire of Gibson Cemetery
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When people hear the word vampire; they usually start thinking about Transylvania and Dracula. But vampires existed in folklore well before Bram Stoke...
Canada's Most Haunted City
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kingston is a beautiful city in Ontario, Canada that is located on the north east end of Lake Ontario. This location has the name of the Limestone Cit...
Who Was Bridey Murphy?
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 1952, a young man watched a hypnotist at a dinner party. He immediately became obsessed with the subject, and started seeking out every book on the...
Belle Gunness: The Black Widow of the American Midwest
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is a type of female killer that has become so infamous that they have their own nickname - the black widow. This name comes from the Black Widow...
The Great Molasses Flood
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are many types of of sweetener that a person can choose from. Some come in granular form like sugar, while others come in a syrup form like corn...
The Real Story Behind the Movie "The Orphan"
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2009; a psychological horror film was released that changed this horror subgenera forever. The movie called “The Orphan” tells the tale of a co...
The Facebook Murders
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The invention of social media has brought countless people together. It has become a staple in most people’s lives. That is its good side, but socia...
The Gainsville Ripper
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The original movie “Scream” from the Scream horror movie series is considered to be a classic. It is a slasher film directed by Wes Craven that st...
The Ghosts of the Tower of London
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone has heard of the Tower of London. This fortress was built in the 1070’s by William the Conqueror, and he likely couldn’t have imagined wh...
A Midwinter's Dark Tale
24 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The holiday season is almost here, and everyone seems to be filled with with yuletide joy. But fear not my spooky friends…Christmas has its creepy s...
The Lost Treasure of Jean Lafitte
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jean Laffite was a privateer and smuggler who is best known for taking a little break from pillaging, to fight for the United States in defence of New...
The Legendary Haunting of the University of Toronto
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Universities strive to be known for their strong academics, impressive athletic programs, and outstanding educators. With that said; it is hard to fin...
Mary King's Close: The Original House of Horrors
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the old section of Edinburgh, Scotland is a place now known as the Royal Mile. This is a succession of streets that form the main thoroughfare of t...
Amber Alerts Save Lives, But Just Not Amber's
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Amber Alert system is a messaging alert system that notifies the public, and asks for their help in cases of very concerning or life threatening c...
Lizzie Halliday: The Worst Woman on Earth
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A few month’s ago my mom sent me an article over Facebook Messenger. It was from a group that I wasn’t part of, and because of that all I could se...
Winston and The Witch: A Case of Wartime Witchcraft
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Winston Churchill was a man very well known in history. He was a British statesman, public speaker, and author who was Prime Minister of the United Ki...
Jamie Gomez: From Porn to Cult Leader
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of different cult leaders out there, but many of them have a lot of the same characteristics. They are able to bind their followers to...
Wolf Messing: The Man Who Saw Through Time
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is said that a good magician never reveals their secrets, and this statement couldn’t be more true when it comes to a man from Poland named Wolf ...
Tuesday Halloween Traditions and Origins
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Halloween has been around for more than a thousand years. Originally a religious observance, it has evolved over the centuries until its religious pra...
Monday Monster Mash
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As humans, we are naturally afraid of the unknown. Our minds try to make concrete unknown things as a way to try to control what we don't understand. ...
Sundays Witches Caldron...and Maybe a Vampire Too!
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Double, double toll and trouble; Fire burn and caldron bubble... Witches are one of the most popular Halloween costumes out there. But why? Many women...
Saturday True Crime - Wicked Intentions
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Halloween is consided to be one of the most common times of the year for crime to occur. Car accidents, property crime, robbery, and violent crimes ri...
Freaky Friday - A Haunting We Will Go!
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Telling ghost stories is a tradition during the month of October. Some do this by sitting in a circle on the floor with the lights off. Others venture...
The Mystical Objects of John Dee
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
John Dee was a brilliant mathematician, astronomer, and alchemist who was an advisor to Queen Elizabeth I. He advocated for the creation of English co...
Horrifying Halloween: The Tale of Two Corpse Brides
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many people are afraid of death, because they think it is the end. Others are afraid, because they think they will spend eternity alone. But that isn’...
Unholy Halloween Hauntings
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hi my spooky friends…Halloween is almost here, and we at Horrifying History wanted to give you all some tasty treats. Today is the first of several ...
The Abduction of Betty and Barney Hill
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many people world wide believe in the existence of aliens. In recent polls; two thirds of both Americans and Canadians believe that there is intellige...
Charles Hatfield: Rainmaker
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Both in the past and today; droughts cause massive problems. It can cause poor quality, or shortages of drinking water. It can impact air quality as d...
The Haunted Peoria State Hospital
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Some of the most popular settings for horror movies, books, and tv shows is an asylum. This is because these dark and imposing places have seen a lot ...
Brother XII and the Aquarian Society
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When people think of Canada; the first thing that comes to mind is definitely not a cult. After all, Canadians are known around the world for valuing ...
Creepy Tales of Cursed Movies
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you believe in curses; you may find the idea of a cursed film ridiculous. But the thing is my spooky friends, some movie productions have been...
The Ghosts of Gettysburg
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Battle of Gettysburg is one of the most famous battles of the American Civil War. It occurred from July 1 to July 3, 1863 in and around the town o...
Have You Lived Before?
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the great mysteries in life is what happens when we die. Most religions tell us that there is some sort of afterlife, and one of the more popul...
So No Other Human Would Suffer Like You
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Poorhouses, which were also known as almshouses or poor farms, were not a place that you wanted to end your days in. These places were tax supported r...
Creepy Unsolved Mysteries, Part 3
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone loves a good mystery. Whether they are fictional or real; they allow us to become absorbed by something other than our own worries. They sati...
Serial Killers of New Orleans
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The city of New Orleans in the US state of Louisiana is famous for being the birthplace of jazz music. It is also known for its festivals like Mardi G...
Mother Shipton: Magic, Mystery, and Prophecy
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that Britain had their very own Nostradamus? She was known as Mother Shipton, and her life and prophecies have been debated for years. So...
Terrifying Supernatural Games
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Childhood games are more than a chance to have some fun. It is an opportunity to enrich a child’s brain, body, and teach them important life lessons...
Maria Marten and the Red Barn Murder
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A young woman fell in love with a handsome young man, and planned to spend the rest of her life with him. But the thing that she didn’t expect was t...
Angelique Cottin, The Electric Girl
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the days that spiritualism was popular, there were many fakes. It seemed like seances and spirit-rapping was everywhere, but there is one case that...
The Zambian Meat Website
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meal delivery services are very popular for many reasons. They simplify meal planning and preparation, and you save time not having to get groceries. ...
Cruel Summer, Part Two
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The summer heat may be unbearable, but our stories will chill you to the bone! So snuggle in my spooky friends, and enjoy our friends from the Darkcas...
Cruel Summer, Part One
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The summer heat may be unbearable, but our stories will chill you to the bone! So snuggle in my spooky friends, and enjoy our friends from the Darkcas...
The Paisley Witches
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When people think about witchcraft today; they think of the current Halloween stereotype of a witch…women in tall pointy hats with large noses stirr...
The Titanic Conspiracies
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On April 10, 1912; the R.M.S Titanic left England on its very first journey. For those on this ship, it was a very exciting time as they were about to...
The Mysterious Peter Bergmann
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In season five; we told you the story of the Somerton Man who for decades, people have been theorizing on who he could be. He was found dead on a beac...
The Dancing Plague
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dance is a form of escape from the stresses of every day life. For many people; it allows them to show their creativity, and helps them express their ...
The Atrocities of Unit 731
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The number of military and civilian fatalities caused by World War II is estimated to be between 50 to 56 million people, with an additional 19 to 28 ...
The Green Children of Woolpit
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the twelfth century, two children were found by some ditches meant to trap wolves. They were alone, they didn’t speak in a language understood by...
Sleep and the Supernatural
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine for a moment that you crawl into bed. You had a long day, and can’t wait to get some good sleep. You begin to nod off, but as you do you get...
The Lucky Violet Jessop
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When bad things happen, a person’s desire to survive automatically kicks in. For some this may come in the form of having a strong sense of determin...
The Bohemian Club
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
People join clubs for many reasons; but most do so to meet new people, take part of activities they are interested in, and to become part of a communi...
The Murderous Ed Gein
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I love horror movies, but when I watch them I don’t necessarily think about if they are based on true events or not. But what if I told you that som...
The Mysterious Death of John Lang
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine for a moment that you log into Facebook, and you see a post from a friend that says “Just wanted to give you guys a heads up. If anything ha...
The Bachelors Grove Cemetary
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Slightly south west of Chicago sits a cemetery who’s first burial occurred around 1834. There is about eighty graves there and through the decades; ...
The Count of Saint Germain
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many people wish for immortality, but know that this dream is an impossibility. But what if it wasn’t? Our website is the one stop spot for everythi...
The Scariest Documents Ever to be Declassified
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you do a search on the internet for conspiracy theories; you will find enough information for you to fall down a rabbit hole for the rest of your d...
Granger Taylor
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
People thought that Granger Taylor was an eccentric, but also knew him as a mechanical genius. Over 40 years ago, Granger left a note for his parents ...
Ghost Cars
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When people think of a haunting; they usually think of a building. But the thing is that people claim that almost anything can be haunted like roads, ...
The Ghostly and Bloody Leap Castle
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When thinking of a castle; most think about images from a fairytale. But every fairytale has a dark side with villains plotting their evil deeds in th...
The Dark Side of Disney: The Tales Behind the Fairy Tales, Part 4
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The line “Once upon a time, in a land far, far away…” brings to mind images of beautiful princesses, handsome and brave princes, wicked witches,...
Creepy Historical Coincidences
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes when reading a book, I notice that it is relying on a coincidence to push the story forward. That can be a bit annoying since seemingly impo...
Patience Worth
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In 1913, a house wife named Pearl Curran started to write. She soon started to produce award winning poems, and then she created three successful nove...
The Dark Side of Being a Prodigy
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Between two to three percent of children world wide are considered to be gifted. For these children, their extraordinary intellect gives them many adv...
Not So Nice Sweethearts, Part 2
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today is Valentine's Day; which is a day to celebrate love. To show my love for you all, settle in and listen to my friends from Darkcast Network when...
Not So Nice Sweethearts, Part 1
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's almost Valentine's Day, which is a day where people express their love and affection for each other. To show my love to you; my friends from the ...
Haunting Dead Celebrities
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
They are rich, famous, and glamorous. When celebrities die, they are often considered to be immortal since their work and reputation lives on. But in ...
Valiant Thor
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In 1957, an alien named Commander Valiant Thor came to Earth demanding to speak with President Dwight D. Eisenhower. After meeting with the President,...
The Beast of Gevaudan
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Between 1765 and 1767; a creature terrorized a rural region of France and killed over one hundred people. At the time, many presumed this beast to be ...
The Smiley Face Killers
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Serial killers are terrifying to most. This is because there are no blueprints for what makes a serial killer, nor is there a specific set of experien...
The Power of Secret Societies
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just by the name alone; secret societies bring up feelings of suspicion and mistrust. With that said, they have flourished throughout history. Conspir...
The Summer of ’69
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When people hear the words “The Summer of ’69”, it means different things to many. Some think about the singer Brian Adams, and his song of the ...
Devil Chairs
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
They sit in cemeteries amongst the tombstones. They look innocent enough; an ornate chair or bench where you can rest your feet for a moment. But if t...
The Fascinating Origin of Today's Christmas Traditions
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas…the most festive time of the year. I have fond memories of decorating the tree, helping my mom with the lights or at least attempting to, ...
The CIA and Ernest Hemingway
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When people think of the CIA; they normally think of James Bond or of a shady guy in a hat and trench coat in old black and white movies. People don’...
Holiday Naughty and Nice Stories, Part 2
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome dear listeners! We are so happy that you are joining us to hear the second part of our Naughty and Nice holiday stories! Each year, Santa Clau...
Holiday Naughty and Nice Stories, Part 1
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The holiday season is a special time of year. It is a time for personal reflection, and spending time with family and friends. But every year, Santa C...
The Last of the Vampires
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today my spooky friends; the episode you will hear will sound like a Halloween legend. But…it is not. A dark and grisly vampire hysteria gripped New...