
The Dark Parts
Daphne Woolsoncroft & Heath Merryman (hosts of Going West: True Crime) explore the darkest parts of history, the world, and your mind. From urban legends to hauntings, horror stories, and beyond, you're guaranteed a creepy tale every Thursday!
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Show overview
The Dark Parts has been publishing since 2020, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 32 episodes. That works out to roughly 20 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 37 min and 43 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. The publisher flags most episodes as explicit, so expect adult themes or strong language throughout. It is catalogued as a EN-language History show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 3.3 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. The busiest year was 2020, with 13 episodes published. Published by Going West.
From the publisher
Daphne Woolsoncroft & Heath Merryman (hosts of Going West: True Crime) explore the darkest parts of history, the world, and your mind. From urban legends to hauntings, horror stories, and beyond, you're guaranteed a creepy tale every Thursday!
Latest Episodes
View all 32 episodesCursed Film // 32
Between The Exorcist, Poltergeist, and more, numerous horror films (and non-horror films) are said to have had cursed sets, leading to the demise of many actors and crew members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Hat Man // 31
EMany who experience sleep paralysis claim to see the same dark figure lurking in the corner of their room, or sometimes, attacking them in their bed. Who is this hat-wearing shadow person? And why do so many see the same thing? Join us as we discuss real accounts and theories of... The Hat Man. SOURCES https://members.huntakiller.com/blog-articles/2020/12/20/the-hat-man-is-a-shadow-person-who-will-keep-you-up-at-night https://thoughtcatalog.com/christine-stockton/2020/11/people-all-over-the-world-are-dreaming-about-a-creepy-hat-man/ https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/hat-man-benadryl-tiktok-monster-1234620397/ https://wisconsinnews.today/rodgers-wont-stop-talking-about-the-hat-man-since-his-ayahuasca-trip/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/sleep-paralysis-and-the-monsters-inside-your-mind/ https://read.amazon.com/?asin=B00UB84UDO&ref_=dbs_t_r_kcr https://read.amazon.com/?asin=B00KAP8Z9S&ref_=dbs_t_r_kcr https://monster.fandom.com/wiki/Hat_Man https://thehatmanproject.com/page/4/ https://chillinkristen.medium.com/the-hat-man-whats-this-shadow-person-got-under-his-cap-863c0a12f95c https://the-line-up.com/the-hat-man https://austinseance.com/2020/12/31/hat-men-phenomena-ghostly-sightings-across-the-globe/ https://www.reddit.com/r/HatMan/ https://psychonautwiki.org/wiki/Shadow_people https://www.thegypsythread.org/shadow-people-hat-man/ https://twitter.com/YourBudTevin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1580660237430059008%7Ctwgr%5E728472a71d8a530821d31eabf6bdbe514b38ff13%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fculture%2Fculture-features%2Fhat-man-benadryl-tiktok-monster-1234620397%2F Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Hammersmith Ghost // 30
EIn early 1800's England, a ghost was thought to be haunting the district of Hammersmith in London. When a pregnant woman was literally scared to death by the white figure, the townspeople took it upon themselves to get to the bottom of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Very Dark New Years Special // 29
EDecember 31: A time for friends and family to celebrate the transition into a new year. But for some, the night that is typically known for celebration and cheer, can become a night filled with darkness and fear... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Krampus // 28
Christmas isn't always full of cheer. In this episode, we discuss the anti-Saint Nick. A monster that is said to abduct and eat naughty children on the most joyous day of the year... A monster named Krampus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Goatman // 27
EThis well-known cryptid is said to be found in Maryland as well as across the United States. People claim it looks half human/half goat and can mimic human voices. Today, we share some terrifying real-life encounters of... The Goatman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Living Dead // 26
EWhat would you do if a zombie apocalypse really happened? Today we discuss the history behind the living dead, and how to best survive them if an outbreak occurs in our lifetime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Legend of Boggy Creek // 25
EThroughout the last century, a hairy, ape-like creature has stalked a small town in Arkansas. With over 100 witness accounts, could this creature actually be real? Join us today as we discuss The Legend of Boggy Creek. EPISODE SOURCES https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fouke,_Arkansas http://www.foukemonster.net/sightings.htm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRVuLzkbTFk https://www.exploresouthernhistory.com/arwildman.html https://www.newspapers.com/search/?query=Fouke%20family%20terrorized&dr_year=1971-1971 https://www.newspapers.com/image/9330194/?terms=Fouke&match=1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/1705735/?terms=Fouke&match=1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/21526038/?terms=bobby%20ford&match=1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fouke,_Arkansas https://www.legendsofamerica.com/boggy-creek-monster-arkansas/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/1734920610 http://www.strangehistory.net/2015/05/20/the-greene-county-wild-man/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Legend_of_Boggy_Creek https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/boggy-creek-monster https://www.legendofboggycreek.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Amityville Hauntings // 24
EThis week on our sister podcast Going West: True Crime, we discussed the terrifying murders that took place upon the DeFeo Family of Amityville, New York in 1974. Well, a year after the house went on the market, a family of 5 purchased it. And from day 1, they claimed to have experienced horrific and unexplainable encounters inside. SOURCES https://allthatsinteresting.com/amityville-murders https://www.hereliesastory.com/blog/the-amityville-horror http://thetruthaboutamityville.amityvillenow.com/ https://thehauntedplaces.com/who-lives-in-the-amityville-house-now/ https://www.academia.edu/34812756/Jay_anson_the_amityville_horror https://www.slashfilm.com/599821/the-chilling-true-story-behind-the-amityville-horror/ https://amityvillemurders.com/the-haunting/the-true-story-of-112-ocean-avenue.html https://horrorobsessive.com/2021/04/02/the-defeo-murders-the-story-behind-the-amityville-horror https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/amityville-horror-book-facts https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/amityville-horror-hoax-the-true-crime-story-behind-lutz-family-famous-haunted-house https://history.howstuffworks.com/history-vs-myth/amityville-horror-house.htm https://movieweb.com/psychic-lorraine-warren-talks-about-the-real-amityville-horror/ https://thehauntedplaces.com/who-lives-in-the-amityville-house-now/ https://www.thetealmango.com/featured/the-amityville-horror-house-exploring-the-true-story/ http://thetruthaboutamityville.amityvillenow.com https://www.cnbc.com/2016/06/20/amityville-horror-house-on-sale-for-850000.html https://www.fancypantshomes.com/movie-homes/the-real-story-of-the-amityville-house/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2016/06/22/the-amityville-horror-house-is-for-sale-five-bedrooms-3-5-bathrooms-and-one-bloody-history/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mad Scientist // 23
EWe all know that Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is a fictional story. But what about the people out there who have done experiences with living and deceased humans in real life? Join us today as we discuss the twisted history behind the mystery of Mad Scientists... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ouija // 22
EHave you ever wondered where Ouija boards came from and how they work? Join us today as we discuss the history behind the mystery and tell some incredibly spooky tales of Ouija Boards in action... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Highgate Vampire // 21
In the 1970's, a vampire craze swept London and two British occult leaders battled to bring down a pale creature they named... The Highgate Vampire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rake // 20
ENo, we're not talking about the rake that you keep in your backyard. But we are talking about The Rake that might be in your backyard... Or your bedside in the middle of the night. Join us today while we discuss the legend of a terrifying creature that has reportedly been spotted countless times in the northeast United States for centuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Haunted Black Forest of Colorado // 19
EAmong the borders of the centennial state is a particular forest that's known as one of the most haunted forests in the US. This area is even said to have a time warp as well as many disgruntled spirits. Follow us as we journey into the dense, Ponderosa Pines and terrifying tales of Black Forest, Colorado. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In The Walls // 18
EHave you ever heard strange noises and wondered if they were coming from inside your walls? Often times you may be right... In this episode, we discuss multiple incidents where people's biggest fears came to life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hmong Sleep Death // 17
EIn the 1980's an inexplicable sleep disorder was killing Hmong men across the world. In this episode, we also discuss nightmares, other sleep disorders, and A Nightmare on Elm Street! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Elevator Game // 16
EIn 2008, a new "ritual" surfaced online that supposedly allowed people to visit a different realm just by pressing certain buttons on an elevator. But once you enter the new world, not only will you see things that terrify you, but you may not be able to go back. These are the stories of the Elevator Game. SOURCES https://katu.com/amnw/am-northwest-books-authors/gone-at-midnight-the-mysterious-death-elisa-lam https://allthatsinteresting.com/elisa-lam-death https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2006_Minato_Ward_elevator_accident http://elevatorsescalators.blogspot.com/2016/08/in-japan-for-minato-ward-accident.html https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/8vfsc8/after_reading_about_the_elevator_game_here_i/ https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/7vfmxb/do_not_play_the_elevator_game_words_of_a_big_time/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The White Witch of Niles Canyon // 15
EA certain area of California is home to numerous ghost encounters, creatures stories, urban legends, and even UFOs sightings. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Security Tapes // 14
ECCTV, it can catch a lot of incriminating acts that save a lot of people and businesses. But what about the times when it's used for evil, not good? Join us today as we dive in 3 creepy security footage stories and discuss the terrors behind the lens. CASE SOURCES: https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/u0ymh/the_strangest_security_tape_ive_ever_seen/ https://www.reddit.com/r/LetsNotMeet/comments/1qf4v0/a_true_very_creepy_surveillance_story/ https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2019/03/what-happens-when-you-find-cameras-your-airbnb/585007/ https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/local-news/st-lucie-county/crime/man-considers-taking-legal-action-after-finding-cameras-in-airbnb https://abc7chicago.com/5098421/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gryla and The Yule Lads // 13
EIn old Icelandic Christmas tradition, a witch/troll named Gryla sought out to snatch the "naughty" kids of the village and bring them back to her home in the mountains to make them into stew. Oh, and we can't forget about her 13 children joining her in all the mayhem and chaos. Join us today as we dive in to the tales and traditions of Christmas in Iceland. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices