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From a Dark Place

True crime with Amy and Dani

Taking you to a dark place weekly- Join Amy and Dani in the basement while they talk about the strange and unusual, the morbid and macabre, the unexplained and unsolved and all things true crime. Have a case you would like us to cover? Email us at Fromadarkplacepod@yahoo.com Instagram.com/Fromadarkplacepod/ want to help the show? venmo us @fromadarkplacepod *Content warning* This is a TRUE CRIME podcast and topics discussed may not be suitable for all listeners, listener discretion is advised

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00:27:58

Yuletide Hauntings: Victorian Ghost Stories

From a Dark Place ·

2025/12/22

This week on From a Dark Place, we're doing something a little different and just in time for Christmas. Instead of our usual deep dive into true crime, we're stepping back into the flickering gaslight of the Victorian era, when telling ghost stories at Christmas was a beloved tradition. Gathered around the fire, families shared eerie tales of spirits, haunted homes and restless souls, because nothing says "holiday cheer" quite like a good ghost story. Merry Christmas,

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00:29:27

Ronald Gene Simmons

From a Dark Place ·

2025/12/16

Sorry for the late drop, illness has overtaken the studio. Today's conversation delves into the chilling case of Ronald Gene Simmons, a family annihilator who murdered 14 members of his family in a calculated and horrific manner. The discussion explores Simmons' troubled upbringing, military career, and the psychological factors that led to his violent actions.

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00:16:36

The Kentucky Goblin Christmas Eve Incident

From a Dark Place ·

2025/12/09

In a lighter episode, this conversation explores the Hopkinsville incident of Christmas Eve 1955, where the Sutton family experienced a series of strange encounters with small luminous beings. The discussion delves into the events of that night, the family's reactions, law enforcement's investigation, and the various theories that have emerged over the years. The incident remains a significant part of folklore and UFO history, raising questions about the nature of reality and the

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00:36:26

The Santa Suit Massacre

From a Dark Place ·

2025/12/01

On Christmas Eve 2008, a quiet Covina neighborhood erupted into chaos, when Bruce Pardo arrived at his former in-laws holiday party dressed as Santa Claus carrying a gift wrapped weapon and a deadly plan. What followed was one of the most shocking family annihilation cases in modern history. A shocking case of vengeance, devastation and a holiday forever marked by tragedy. Listener discretion is advised.if you or someone you know is struggling during the holidays please reach out. 988 suicide and

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00:18:29

The Pumpkin Pie Riot of 1855 and Black Friday...

From a Dark Place ·

2025/11/24

Join Amy and Dani this week as we discuss the toooootally factual Pumpkin Pie Riot, and how the most wonderful time of the year can turn us into absolute maniacs.

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00:34:54

William Bradford Bishop

From a Dark Place ·

2025/11/17

In this episode of From a Dark Place, Danielle and Amy unravel one of the most unsettling fugitive cases in American history: the story of William Bradford Bishop Jr. .. the accomplished State Department diplomat who vanished after allegedly murdering his wife, mother and three young sons in 1976.We dive into the timeline leading up to the brutal killings, the eerie clues left behind, Bishop's meticulous planning and the international manhunt that followed. With a life steeped in privilege,

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00:38:45

Chris Benoit

From a Dark Place ·

2025/11/10

Unravel the tragic story of Chris Benoit in our latest episode. Dive into the mind of a family annihilator. Listen now!

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00:43:16

The Amityville Horror

From a Dark Place ·

2025/11/03

In this episode of From A Dark Place, we revisit one of America's most infamous hauntings- The Amityville Horror. What really happened inside that Dutch Colonial home on Ocean Avenue? We will unravel the grisly DeFeo family murders, explore the Lutz family's terrifying 28 days in the house and separate fact from the legends that fueled a paranormal empire. Was it truly haunted or something far darker rooted in human nature?SOURCESHigh Hopes: The Amityville Murders by Jay Anson

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00:24:16

HAPPY HALLOWEEEN!*BONUS EPISODE* The Carter Brothers...

From a Dark Place ·

2025/10/31

The Carter Brothers of New Orleans, Vampires in the Bayou?In the 1930s New Orleans, rumors began to spread about two brothers who were not just killers... they were vampires. Join us for this bonus episode as we descend into the eerie legends surrounding John and Wayne Carter, two alleged serial killers whose victims claimed they were drained of blood and held captive in a nightmare straight out of folklore. Were the Carter brothers real life monsters, victims of hysteria or figments of urban

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00:25:41

*SPOOKY SEASON EDITION* The Smurl Family Haunting

From a Dark Place ·

2025/10/27

For over a decade, The Smurl family claimed their Pennsylvania home was under siege by something evil, whispers in the dark, scratches in the walls and violent attacks that defied explanation. With Ed and Lorraine Warren called in to investigate, this haunting became one of the most controversial and terrifying cases in the 1980s. Was it truly demonic? or a decent into psychological torment? Join us as we unravel the chilling story of the Smurl family haunting... the fear, the skepticism and the

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00:34:35

*Spooky season edition* The Enfield Poltergeist- a...

From a Dark Place ·

2025/10/20

In this chilling episode of From A Dark Place, we dive into one of the most infamous hauntings in history... The Enfield Poltergeist. What began as strange knockings and moving of furniture in a quiet London home soon spiraled into a full blown paranormal storm. Was it a genuine haunting... or a clever hoax taken too far? Join us as we unravel the mystery, the skeptics and the chilling truth behind the case that inspired the conjuring 2.Sources:This House is Haunted: An investigation of the

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00:47:12

*Spooky season edition* The Perron Family Haunting:...

From a Dark Place ·

2025/10/13

In 1971, The Perron family moved into a centuries old farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island and soon discovered they weren't alone. Over the next decade, they claimed to experience one of the most terrifying hauntings in American history. From unseen forces and ghostly apparitions to violent attacks and a seance gone wrong, the story of the Perrons would later inspire "The conjuring". But what really happened inside that house? Was it truly haunted? Join us in the basement this week

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00:46:23

*Spooky season edition*The Axeman of New Orleans

From a Dark Place ·

2025/10/06

In the sultry nights of 1918-1919, the streets of New Orleans trembled under an unseen menace. A serial killer known as the Axeman broke into homes clumsily yet terrifyingly... chiseling panels, entering through back doors and then wielding an axe to strike sleeping victims. Targeting mostly Italian immigrant grocers and their families... but he did not stop at violence. He entered the public imagination with a chilling letter published in The TIMES-PICAYUNE in March 1919. Join us this episode to

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00:44:49

*Spooky season edition* The Black Eyed Children

From a Dark Place ·

2025/09/29

Imagine a knock at your door late at night. Two childen stand outside, their voices soft, their request simple- asking to come in. But something feels off. Their eyes are pitch black, void of any light or soul. These encounters have been whispered about for decades, leaving those who claim to have seen them shaken to their core. In this episode of FROM A DARK PLACE, we dive into the chilling phenomenon of the black eyed children. From eeie first hand accounts to theories about their

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00:37:46

The Mystery of the Marie (Mary) Celeste

From a Dark Place ·

2025/09/22

in Dec 1872, the merchant ship - The Marie Celeste was discovered drifting in the Atlantic Ocean, completely abandoned. The crew's belongings were untouched, the cargo as intact and there were no signs of struggle. So why would an experienced captain, his family and the entire crew vanish without a trace? In this episode we unravel the chiling mystery of one of histories most infamous ghost ships, exploring theories of mutiny, piracy, foul play and the supernatural..sourcesTranscript of the

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00:15:24

The Greenbrier Ghost

From a Dark Place ·

2025/09/15

The conversation explores the haunting tale of the Greenbrier Ghost, Zona Heaster, who was found dead under mysterious circumstances in 1897. Her mother, Mary Jane, believed Zona's spirit communicated with her, revealing the truth about her death. This led to an investigation, exhumation, and ultimately the conviction of Zona's husband, Edward Shue, making it a unique case in U.S. history where ghost testimony influenced a legal outcome. The story blends elements of true crime, folklore, and

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00:31:22

The Vampire of Sacramento- Richard Chase

From a Dark Place ·

2025/09/08

*PITCH BLACK*Richard Chase, also known as the "vampire of Sacramento", left a dark and horrifying mark on California in the late 70's. Driven by severe mental illness and terrifying delusions, Chase's crimes shocked the nation for their brutality and disturbing nature. In this episode, we explore his troubled childhood, the chilling escalation of his behavior and the gruesome murders that earned him his infamous nickname. Join us as we take a deep dive into the twisted mind of

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00:32:05

Unraveling the Tube Sock Murders

From a Dark Place ·

2025/09/01

SummaryThis episode delves into the chilling unsolved murders in Mineral, Washington, where two couples were found dead under mysterious circumstances, both with tube socks tied around their necks. The conversation explores the timeline of events, the investigation, and various theories surrounding the cases, including potential connections to other murders in the area. The hosts discuss the eerie details and the ongoing quest for answers, highlighting the complexities of the cases and the chilling

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00:38:09

*MISSING/UNSOLVED* Gary Ray Hose

From a Dark Place ·

2025/08/25

In April of 1974, six- year old Gary Ray Hose vanished from his family's home after being punished by his mother. At first, police believed he had run away but as time passed, suspicions of foul play grew. Decades later, his case remains unsolved- a haunting mystery marked by family secrets, abuse and a life time of unanswered questions.sourcesThe Charley Project - Gary Ray Hose http://charleyproject.org/case/gary-ray-hoseResource Center for cold case missing children's

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00:20:34

Winnie Ruth Judd- The Trunk Murderess

From a Dark Place ·

2025/08/18

This conversation delves into the chilling case of Winnie Ruth Judd, known as the trunk murderess, who dismembered two women and transported their bodies across state lines in 1931. The discussion explores her troubled life, relationships, the night of the murders, her trial, and subsequent escapes from a mental institution, raising questions about justice and the nature of her actions.

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