Michael Scantgrace is facing financial ruin. He stumbles upon an online Suicide Club. Desperate and intrigued, he contemplates joining the club, leading him into a suspenseful and chilling series of events. Hear the story in "Net Suicide" from BBC's Fear on 4! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “A Living Corpse” (October 27, 1975) ***WD 00:45:48.559 = The Creaking Door, “Yesterday You Died” (August 31, 1964) ***W...
Mar 09, 2025•5 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast A man driving through the English countryside is horrified when he believes he has run over a young girl. However, upon investigation, he finds no evidence of an accident, leading him into a mysterious and unsettling experience. Hear the tale, “On Harting Hill” from BBC’s show, Ghost Story! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Summer People” (October 24, 1975) ***WD 00:47:02.439 = Adventures of the Abbotts, “M...
Mar 08, 2025•5 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Stomach isn't just a dumpster—it breathes, it hungers, and it doesn’t let everyone leave. Find more family-friendly frights and creepy games to play on our website at http://MicroTerrors.com ! Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/microterrors Other stories, novels, and more from author Scott Donnelly: https://amzn.to/3LymHaU Other narrations, podcasts, and audiobooks from voice artist Darren Marlar: https://WeirdDarkness.com = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Weir...
Mar 08, 2025•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Strange lights in the sky, eerie creatures lurking in the shadows, and dark rituals unfolding in the dead of night—1963 was a year drenched in mystery, terror, and the unexplained. IN THIS EPISODE: A “gigantic cigar-shaped UFO” is spotted over the Atlantic in 1963, but the witness is so terrified by her experiences that it takes her twenty years to come forward to tell her story. And in that same year, elsewhere in the United Kingdom, people were dealing with dark, paranormal, even satanic force...
Mar 08, 2025•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Morris Pratt Institute was built to study the spirit world—but in Whitewater, some believe it opened doors that were never meant to be unlocked. IN THIS EPISODE: Whitewater legend says that the bizarre experiments conducted at the Morris Pratt Institute of Spiritualism in Wisconsin, to communicate with the dead, have left the town cursed by witches and haunted by restless spirits. It’s no wonder it has garnered the nickname of “Second Salem.” (Whitewater: The Second Salem) *** The Wild West ...
Mar 08, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this thrilling adventure, private investigators Captain Bart Friday and Skip Turner embark on a perilous expedition to Cambodia. Their mission involves unraveling the mysteries surrounding a series of enigmatic events linked to the legendary Cobra King. Throughout their journey, they confront dangers such as encounters with a deranged monarch, treacherous temples inhabited by gorillas, and the unsettling presence of hooded snakes. The storyline weaves through themes of ancient legends, hidden...
Mar 07, 2025•5 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast A writer obsessed with the occult and forbidden knowledge uncovers a nightmarish secret lurking within a long-abandoned church—one that watches, waits, and is drawn to the dark. IN THIS EPISODE: I’m back with a classic horror story, requested by one of you, my Weirdo family members. “The Haunter in the Dark” written by horror writer H.P. Lovecraft. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open 00:01:16.382 = About The Story 00:04:10.820 = Poem, “Neme...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast The circus came overnight, but when it left, three boys were dead—and I was no longer human. *** There are contestants from TV’s reality show “Alone” whom you’ve never seen—because they never made it back. IN THIS EPISODE: In this Thriller Thursday episode, Stephanie Scissom writes of when a circus unexpectedly arrived in a small city, and along with the fun, merriment and laughter, there was a dark, dreary, and dangerous element. It’s “When The Circus Came to Town.” And, an author who goes by t...
Mar 07, 2025•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Steenie Steenson, a Scottish bagpiper, after the death of his landlord, Sir Robert Redgauntlet, finds himself accused of not paying his rent. To clear his name, Steenson embarks on a journey that leads him to a ghostly encounter with the deceased Sir Robert. Hear the tale in ‘The Weird Circle’ from 1944! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Million Dollar Murder” (October 21, 1975) 00:47:19.969 = The Unexpected, “...
Mar 06, 2025•5 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Was Count St. Germain a brilliant alchemist, a secret vampire, truly immortal? His mystery literally spans centuries. IN THIS EPISODE: The mystery surrounding Count St. Germain is more than a little strange. Some think him to be a centuries old vampire. Others believe him to be a time traveler. And still others believe the whole thing to be a complete fraud. (The Vampire Time-Traveler) *** Escaping jail isn't easy, but we’ll look at some who did the impossible – escaping the most secure prisons,...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Bell Witch vowed to kill John Bell, and on December 20, 1820, she did—laughing as he took his final breath from a mysterious poison. IN THIS EPISODE: Did a malevolent spirit cause the death of John Bell, or was it something else that brought his demise? (The Death of John Bell) *** A man is awoken in the middle of the night by a piano – being played by no one. (Rock Isn’t Dead) *** Is it possible that ancient human skulls are conscious? (Cult of Human Skulls) *** Did the Watergate scandal hi...
Mar 06, 2025•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast In 1947, William Rhodes captured stunning photos of a UFO, only to have mysterious government agents seize his evidence in a case shrouded in secrecy. Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicate Info on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScream Info on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TV IN THIS EPISODE: Natalie Bollinger seemed to have her whole life ahead of her, but beneath the surface was a dark an...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast A man discovers the ruins of an old church and becomes drawn into challenging an ancient Gaelic curse, leading to his possession by an evil spirit. CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Never In This World” (October 20, 1975) ***WD 00:48:13.789 = The Sealed Book, “Ghost Makers” (June 10, 1945) 01:18:40.869 = The Shadow, “Valley Of The Living Dead” (January 22, 1939) ***WD 01:48:17.259 = Sleep No More, “Mergethwirke...
Mar 05, 2025•5 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast For decades, eerie crashes, shadowy figures, and chilling encounters with a horned entity have plagued Dawstone Road—could a demonic force be lurking in the darkness? IN THIS EPISODE: Dawstone Road is where some say the veil between our reality and the unknown is thin. A motorist's brush with death in 1961 sparked a chain of inexplicable events. From encounters with horned entities to unexplained accidents, the road holds secrets that seem to defy rational explanation. (The Demon of Dawstone Roa...
Mar 05, 2025•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast HOUR ONE: Ever heard of Shadrack Ireland? No, it’s not a place – it’s a person, actually. A preacher – and one of the most bizarre religious leaders ever to walk the soil of New England. And as strange as his religious practices and teachings were – his death was just as crazy. (The Perfect Man) *** Lisa woke up to find her boyfriend staring at her. When she asked him what was wrong, he replied, “I’m going to kill you and drink your blood.” Is it possible that the film, “Interview With The Vampi...
Mar 04, 2025•2 hr 36 min•Transcript available on Metacast The music of a jazz saxophonist has a haunting effect on its listeners, leading to unsettling and mysterious events. Hear the tale in "Soul Music" from The Price of Fear starring Vincent Price! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Stay Out of Dutchman’s Woods” (October 16, 1975) ***WD 00:48:07.629 = Obsession, “Raised From The Dead” (1950’s) ***WD 01:11:34.809 = Origin of Superstition, “Cap Turned Backwards” (1935...
Mar 04, 2025•5 hr 51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Long before ‘The Conjuring’ franchise twisted Valak into a terrifying nun, this ancient demon haunted medieval grimoires as a sinister child atop a two-headed dragon—commanding serpents and leading an army of demons. IN THIS EPISODE: Although Valak is depicted in the films "The Nun" and in “The Conjuring 2” as a habit-wearing spirit, the real demon appears as a child riding a two-headed dragon — at least according to a 17th-century demon-hunting manual. (The Reality Behind The Demon, Valak) *** ...
Mar 04, 2025•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mysterious voices, eerie warnings, and ghostly interventions—these chilling true stories reveal the unseen forces that stepped in to help or even save people from tragic circumstances. IN THIS EPISODE: Creepy, paranormal encounters sometimes cause people to stop short of committing an action they might regret. (Supernatural Intervention) *** Weird family member Atreada tells of a horrifying series of nights when she and her sister encountered a demon under one of their beds. (Man Beneath The Bed...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast A man who has previously experienced being accidentally buried alive, installs a telephone in his crypt and instructs his wife to keep it operational for a year following his death. Hear the tale in “The Line Is Dead” from Murder at Midnight! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Kiss of Death” (October 15, 1975) ***WD 00:47:13.269 = Murder at Midnight, “The Line Is Dead” (April 07, 1947) 01:14:54.379 = The Bla...
Mar 03, 2025•5 hr 55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dark secrets lurk beneath serene landscapes as investigators uncover eerie crime scenes where the vanished are hidden in plain sight. IN THIS EPISODE: Where are bodies dumped most often? What are some of the strangest places bodies have been found, and what odd situations ended up in death? We’ll look at some weird stories of dead bodies being found. (Strange Dumping Grounds) *** A man is found dead – obviously murdered. But even after a positive identification, some believed the body was not of...
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast In 1954, hundreds of Glasgow schoolchildren armed with makeshift weapons stormed the Southern Necropolis, hunting a towering, iron-toothed vampire they believed had already claimed two victims. IN THIS EPISODE: What caused hundreds of Scottish children in the 1950s to suddenly become vampire hunters? (The Gorbals Vampire) *** Over the years, from ancient to more modern times there have been a number of incredible cases of mass hysteria. Some are so unbelievable it’s difficult to understand how t...
Mar 03, 2025•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Last Lesson” (October 13, 1975) ***WD 00:47:30.779 = Inner Sanctum, “Dead Mn’s Deal” (August 28, 1945) 01:18:25.089 = The Key, “Wife Beater” (ADU) ***WD (1956) 01:44:29.769 = Lights Out, “The Signalman” (August 24, 1946) 02:14:50.959 = The LineUp, “The Silver Swan Case” (February 22, 1951) 02:44:57.819 = Philip Marlowe, “Lonesome Reunion” (February 12, 1949) 03:13:54.019 = ...
Mar 02, 2025•5 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast What started as a late-night fishing trip turned into a terrifying encounter with an unknown entity lurking in the mist, leaving four boys to question what truly waits in the dark. What do you say when meeting an extraterrestrial? IN THIS EPISODE: Three boys fishing in the middle of the night hear a blood-curdling scream. But it wasn’t a human making all that noise – it was an extraterrestrial. And thus began a series of meetings with alien beings! (What Do You Say When Meeting An Extraterrestri...
Mar 02, 2025•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast When Mary Reeser was reduced to ashes in her favorite recliner with no sign of fire spreading beyond her body, investigators were left with an unsettling question—was this a tragic accident, or proof of spontaneous human combustion? IN THIS EPISODE: When police found her in 1951, she was almost entirely ash. But mysteriously, the rest of her apartment remained almost perfectly intact. We’ll look at the death of Mary Reeser – which became known as “The Cinder Woman Case”. (Did Mary Hardy Reeser S...
Mar 02, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast A prestigious retirement party in a Chicago skyscraper takes an unexpected turn when cutting-edge technology challenges the legacy of a famed scientist, turning the evening into an unforgettable spectacle. Find more family-friendly frights and creepy games to play on our website at http://MicroTerrors.com ! Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/microterrors Other stories, novels, and more from author Scott Donnelly: https://amzn.to/3LymHaU Other narrations, podcasts, and audiobooks from voice ...
Mar 01, 2025•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mars has been colonized by Earth, but the native Martians—gentle, intelligent beings—are treated as second-class citizens by humans… until the uprising. Hear the tale, “Martian Death March” from Future Tense in this marathon! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “They Shall Stone Them With Stones” (September 09, 1975) ***WD 00:47:38.689 = Future Tense, “Martian Death March” (May 07, 1974) ***WD 01:15:52.799 = Gang ...
Mar 01, 2025•5 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Heaven’s Gate wasn’t just another doomsday cult—it was a chilling fusion of sci-fi, Christian prophecy, and absolute control that led 39 people to their final, otherworldly exit. IN THIS EPISODE: Following an anonymous tip, police enter a mansion in Rancho Santa Fe, an exclusive suburb of San Diego, California, and discover 39 victims of a mass suicide. The deceased–21 women and 18 men of varying ages–were all found lying peaceably in matching dark clothes and Nike sneakers and had no noticeable...
Mar 01, 2025•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast A terrifying vision, a terrifying UFO encounter, and evidence of the encounter buried in his arm – if true, Tim Cullen’s story could change everything we think we know about extraterrestrials. IN THIS EPISODE: Tim Cullen’s life changed forever after a chilling dream in 1978. It wasn’t long after that he had bizarre encounters with UFOs, was abducted by aliens, and found a strange piece of metal embedded in his arm. Were these encounters real? If so, what secrets lie within the alien implant remo...
Mar 01, 2025•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast A husband becomes increasingly frustrated with his wife's unpleasant behavior and, in a fit of anger, calls her a "cat." Mysteriously, she begins to transform into a feline, leading to a series of eerie and unsettling events. Hear the tale in “Alley Cat” from The Devil and Mr. O! CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Who Made Me?” (October 07, 1975) ***WD 00:48:19.529 = Sounds of Darkness, “Gambit” (February 09, 19...
Feb 28, 2025•5 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast A childhood dare led them deep into the legend of Skeleton Jack, but what they uncovered in those cursed woods was far more terrifying than any ghost story—and now, the nightmare has begun again. IN THIS EPISODE: “The Abandoned Drive-In Theater” *** “He Showed Up To Work After His Funeral” *** “The Black Tree in the Woods” CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open 00:02:33.705 = The Abandoned Drive-In Theater 00:07:56.828 = He Showed Up To Work A...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast