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Dark City: Touring the Hidden History of Famous & Forgotten Places

Dark City Productions

Every place has a shadow, every shadow a story. Join us, dark tourists, as we uncover the hidden true crimes, scandals, and hauntings lurking in hotspots and forgotten stops. We dive deep into the research and spill the historical tea with dark humor. No tourist fluff, no sanitized versions. Just the real and sometimes terrifying truths that will surprise even the locals.Season 2: Phoenix is now streaming, with occasional detours to cities and towns with stories too good to wait.Hit follow or

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43:36

Ep 24 MURDER: The Black Dahlia Beyond the Headlines...

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2024/11/26

In the shadowy landscape of 1940s Los Angeles, one murder would captivate and horrify a nation. Elizabeth Short—forever immortalized as the Black Dahlia—represents more than just a gruesome crime. She was a young woman whose tragic end became a dark legend, a mystery that has haunted investigators and true crime enthusiasts for generations. We’re peeling back the layers of sensationalism and diving deep into the forensic details, cultural context, and shocking evidence that might finally answ...

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Ep 23 HAUNTED: The Lindley Street Poltergeist |...

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2024/11/15

With a remarkable range of witnesses—police, firefighters, religious leaders, and neighbors—reporting impossible events, this might be one of the most convincing cases of poltergeist activity. We are breaking from our current season on Los Angeles and taking a trip to 1974 Bridgeport, Connecticut to tell the story of the Goodin family haunting on Lindley Street.Follow us for episode photos and more at:📷 Instagram: instagram.com/darkcitypod🪡 Threads: threads.net/@darkcitypod 👤 Facebook: ...

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Ep 22 HAUNTED: Firsthand Accounts Aboard the Queen...

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2024/10/29

This week, we’re back aboard the Queen Mary, diving into firsthand accounts of its paranormal activity with Nicole Strickland, author of Haunted Queen of the Seas: The Living Legend of the RMS Queen Mary. From her first visit, Nicole was captivated by the ship’s blend of rich history and paranormal intrigue. Despite its wartime tragedies and mysterious incidents, you may be pleasantly surprised—these spirits are more sociable and curious than menacing, adding depth to the Queen Mary’s vibrant...

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Ep 21 HISTORY, LORE & HAUNTINGS: Whittier & Turnbull...

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2024/10/22

Whittier, California is a charming city with an intriguing blend of Quaker roots and a haunting past. Join us as Jacob Caputo, founder of Haunted Whittier Ghost Tours, uncovers the city's dark history through documented hauntings, disturbing true crimes, and the eerie legends of Turnbull Canyon. From its humble beginnings to its connection with the most sinister serial killer you have probably never heard of, Whittier's hidden history will surprise you.This episode offers just a sample ...

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Ep 20 CULT: Synanon's Degeneration from Addiction...

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2024/10/11

What if the very institutions meant to rehabilitate and guide are the ones causing the most harm? Amidst egregious human rights abuses - mass sterilizations, institutionalized child abuse, violent threats and assaults on its critics - Synanon continues to get recognition from community leaders and tax dollars throughout most of the 1970s. What’s more shocking than that? Its many abusive practices are still very much alive today in the in the troubled teen industry.But there are ac...

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Ep 19 CULT: Synanon's Degeneration from Addiction...

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2024/09/19

How does a group once celebrated for its success treating heroin addicts become a violent cult? Founded in 1958 by Charles "Chuck" Diederich, Synanon initially presented itself as an innovative and promising program for those struggling with addiction. However, beneath its acclaimed exterior lay a deeply flawed foundation. Despite praise from the media and endorsements from prominent figures - including one of the most influential psychologists of the 20th century - Synanon was always r...

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Ep 18 HAUNTED: The Queen Mary's Luxurious & Ghostly...

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2024/09/04

Unlimited champagne at brunch and unlimited ghostly encounters at night. We are diving (sorry for the super cheesy pun) into the Queen Mary's history: from its glamorous heyday as a floating palace to its secretive role during World War II to the restless spirits and scents that still haunt the ship today. Thank you so much for tuning in! We would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating and share the show with friends and family who might enjoy it. Follow us for episod...

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S1E17 Los Angeles Graveyards & Cemeteries Unearthed: ...

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2024/08/19

Imagine walking through downtown Los Angeles, oblivious to the forgotten graves beneath your feet. We’re unearthing the eerie history of Los Angeles cemeteries and graveyards where the headstones were moved, but the bodies… not so much. Did anyone learn anything from Poltergeist?? For decades, construction crews have periodically dug up surprise skeletons and more around LA. We’ll share some of the finds in Boyle Heights through Chinatown, and give you a preview of a deeper dive w...

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Title: S1E16 Denver’s Haunted Capitol Hill: Inside...

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2024/07/26

Ever dreamed of sleeping in a real-life haunted house? This Denver mansion-turned-inn might make you think twice about that bucket list item. This week we are wrapping up our 2-part special on Denver with a deep dive into the haunted history of the Croke-Patterson Mansion, a notorious Denver landmark steeped in paranormal activity. We’ll explore the mansion's dark past and hear firsthand paranormal accounts in the neighborhood from former reporter and Denver tour guide Scott Carri...

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S1E15 What Lies Beneath Denver: Airport Conspiracies...

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2024/07/13

Are the things hidden underneath Denver, Colorado driving many of the dark tales and sightings above ground? There are a whole host of conspiracy theories about what is really in the tunnels below Denver’s curiously large airport. Cheeseman Park and its surrounding area in downtown Denver are the location of many accounts of terrifying paranormal activity. You won’t be surprised at all as to why when you find out what was/is still buried there. This is a special episod...

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S1E14 Scandals and Hauntings at the Owlwood and...

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2024/06/29

In this episode, we delve into the scandals surrounding the various owners of the Owlwood Estate in Holmby Hills as well as the mysterious murder-suicide cold case at the Greystone Estate in Beverly Hills. We also share eerie hauntings reported at Greystone, adding a supernatural layer to the estate's dark history. Join us as we navigate through these captivating and haunting stories from two of the Platinum Triangle's most infamous estates.We are pleased to announce that we will be spo...

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S1E13 The Kidnapping of Sister Aimee: A Tale of Faith...

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2024/06/20

Why would a popular and accomplished preacher fake her own kidnapping? This is the tale of Aimee Semple McPherson, a woman who accomplished groundbreaking evangelical success and founded the Foursquare Church, only to have her credibility forever questioned once she emerged in the desert town of Douglas, Arizona in June of 1926, telling an unlikely story of being held captive during the previous six weeks.Thank you so much for listening to Dark City! We would love to hear from you. ...

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S1E12 Water for Los Angeles: A History of Lies,...

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2024/06/13

How does a city surrounded mostly by desert secure enough water to sustain millions of people? With lies and deception. Through a combination of aggressive strategies, including lobbying and manipulation, several of LA’s leaders acquired the access and infrastructure to bring water from over 200 miles away to the city back in the early 1900s. It’s not quite like the 1974 movie Chinatown, but it’s close. LA’s quest to secure enough water for its ever-growing population is filled with tragedy, ...

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ICYMI S1E11 Lover in the Attic

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2024/06/07

Is it possible to hide away a secret lover in an attic…for nearly a decade?? What starts as a daytime affair in the midwest between Dolly Oesterreich and Otto San Huber quickly escalates into Otto living in the attic of Dolly’s home. This arrangement lasts for years, even surviving a move to Los Angeles where Otto continues to live hidden in the attic of Dolly’s Silver Lake home. But when Dolly’s husband dies under highly suspicious circumstances, the LAPD investigates only ...

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S1E10: UCLA Parapsychologists Investigate in Culver...

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2024/05/29

Doris Bither, a single mother of four, reports unsettling instances of paranormal activity and assault in her home. Join us as we delve into the chilling investigation by UCLA parapsychologists to uncover the truth behind these disturbing events.Follow us for episode photos and more at:👤 Facebook: facebook.com/darkcitypod📷 Instagram: instagram.com/darkcitypod🪡 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@darkcitypod 🌎 Website: www.darkcitypodcast.com ✉️ Email: info@darkcitypodcast.com&nb...

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S1E9 The “Who’s Who” of “Who’s That?”: The...

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2024/05/24

Christian Gerhartstreiter’s lies become more and more outrageous, yet the list of people he fools grows longer and longer. However, a secret that seemed to be long buried and forgotten will come back to haunt him and eventually some form of justice will be served. Note: This is our first remote recording and while the audio might have a slight underwater quality at times, you can still follow along with the story. We will have this fixed before we record remotely again! Follo...

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S1E8 The “Who’s Who” of “Who’s That?”: The...

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2024/05/17

This story makes the Netflix series “Inventing Anna” look like amateur hour. The con artist that set up shop in the picturesque city of San Marino in the early 80’s fooled just about everyone he met; but the truth would eventually unravel after an unexpected find nearly a decade later in a neighborhood backyard.Follow us for episode photos and more at:👤 Facebook: facebook.com/darkcitypod📷 Instagram: instagram.com/darkcitypod🪡 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@darkcitypod 🌎 Website:...

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S1E7 The Source Family in Los Angeles: Cult or...

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2024/05/08

The Source Family of 1970s Los Angeles had all of the trappings of a thriving commune with a flair for glamor. Running one of LA's earliest and most celebrated organic eateries on the Sunset Strip, it’s hard to see a darker reality lurking beneath the surface. But make no mistake, its leader, Jim Baker, had all of the characteristics of a cult leader, breaking his own rules and placing his members in life or death situations because of them. Intrigued by this episode's refere...

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S1E6 Griffith Park in Los Angeles: History, Lore, &...

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2024/05/01

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S1E5 The Cecil Hotel in Downtown LA: A True American...

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2024/04/25

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