All Episodes - A Dark Tale True Crime Podcast
A Dark Tale is the true-crime podcast aimed at the truth about seemingly everyday people and the reality that Evil Could Be Anywhere.
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BONUS EPISODE: Hiking With Epilepsy
November is Epilepsy Awareness Month. In this episode, Joe sits down with a close friend and they discuss their common struggle with epilepsy, podcasts/vlogging and dried meats. It's a light-hearted discussion amongst friends having a few laughs. Listen to this new content, enjoy it and maybe even learn a thing or two. If you'd like to learn more about living with Epilepsy, please visit https://www.epilepsy.com/ and/or https://www.cureepilepsy.org/ Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. Show your support at www.adarktale.com. With a small donation, you will earn an Executive Producer credit at the end of a new episode of A Dark Tale! Check out the website for more info. Thank you! Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Drews Info: IG @hikingwithepilepsy YT Channel: Hiking with Epilepsy Original music and FX composed by @Joe_TheHost ©2020
The Amityville Massacre
Happy Halloween!! On this episode Joe & James take a look at one of the original horror stories made famous by film and books, the case of the Amityville Murders. Most of what is known is made up of local myth and legends. Broad sensationalism that overlooks the true horror in the case is peeled back in this episode of A Dark Tale. A closer look at the lives lost, the stories that were produced and the man ultimately held responsible for that vicious night in New York. This is the true story of the Amityville Horror: The DeFeo Murders. Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. Show your support at www.adarktale.com. With a small donation, you will earn an Executive Producer credit at the end of a new episode of A Dark Tale! Check out the website for more info. Thank you! Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Original music and FX composed by @Joe_TheHost ©2020
Metasode 5: October Update
Happy Halloween Everyone! Today we're dusting off our own cobwebs by touching on some updates from cases we've covered on our show. Those cases of: Alissa Turney D.J Fickey Chris Watts John McAfee Ghislaine Maxwell We also gush endlessly how we love support and feedback, so more is welcome! Check out our initial episodes covering these cases on our site https://adarktale.com/ Check out Sarah Turney's website and story while you're exploring https://www.voicesforjusticepodcast.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- And on that note let me thank anyone reading this for checking out our podcast too. My mind is genuinely blown every time Joe reads off an email or review asking us for more, it really gets us moving again. Lots more soon and more often, promise. - James
Gary Heidnik
The 1980's is one of the most tumultuous decades in American crime history. Those years set the tone for the classic image of a serial killer or deranged madman lurking in the shadows. Gary Heidnik was one of those men, committing crimes that would inspire Hollywood fiction that reshaped the horror genre. This week, Joe tells the Dark Tale of Gary Heidnik and the atrocities he would commit upon 6 women over the course of 5 months. In the winter of 1986/87, Gary Heidnik was hellbent on having his own harem of women hidden away from the rest of the world in his basement on Marshall Street in Philadelphia. Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. Show your support at www.adarktale.com. With a small donation, you will earn an Executive Producer credit at the end of a new episode of A Dark Tale! Check out the website for more info. Thank you! Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Original music and FX composed by @Joe_TheHost ©2020 Source Materials: Josefina Rivera Interview-Available on YouTube -"Heidnik Survivor Tells Her Story" Wikipedia Murderpedia The Philadelphia Daily News The Philadelphia Inquirer All That's Interesting-allthatsinteresting.com/gary-heidnik "Cellar of Horror: The Story of Gary Heidnik" by Ken Englade
Aint Justice For All
Joe and James talk openly about their opinions on recent events surround the deaths of George Floyd and others at the hands of Police. Open discussion, no notes or talking points here. We'll be back soon with our 'normal' content very soon. Thanks to everyone for your continued support! adarktale.com Music :Sony Music Entertainment Killing In the Name · Rage Against The Machine Rage Against The Machine ℗ 1992 Epic Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment Released on: 1992-11-03 Vocal, Lyricist: Zack de la Rocha Guitar: Tom Morello Drums: Brad Wilk Bass: Timmy C.
The Unexplained Death of Elisa Lam
This week, the crew is back together and we're talking about the circumstances surrounding the disappearance and subsequent death of Elisa Lam. A 21 year old Canadian university student, who was on a solo trip along the west coast of the US before mysteriously vanishing without a trace leaving behind only a single eerie surveillance video. The video itself has since gone viral many time over, and spawned many theories from murder to demonic possession. Many are still trying to crack the case and in this episode we'll review the evidence and bring own conclusions to the table. What did you see in that video? Let us know and leave a review for us if you like the show! www.adarktale.com Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Clip Sources from CNN, CBS LA Original music and FX this week courtesy of CO.AG Music Songs: "The Lost" "A Room with No View" "Case Files"
Conner & Brinley Snyder
A new episode, a new format. Joe takes to the mic solo in a case that is just as shocking as it is heartbreaking. Not to worry though, James will return in the very near future! In this episode, we're talking about the shocking deaths of two young children found in their home by their very own mother. 8 year old Conner and his sister, 4 year old Brinley died in September of 2019, but the story of their deaths sounds like something out of a Steven King novel and isn't over yet. What unfolds is one of the Darkest Tales told yet and this cannot be stressed enough. This is the story of Conner & Brinley Snyder. Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. www.adarktale.com Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Sources from Philly.com and NBC10, Philadelphia's local NBC affiliate Original music and FX composed by @Joe_TheHost ©2020 "Mysterious Grind"
Metasode 4: Just Breathe
You guys want to bet I can hold my breath as I write this whole description? After a long vacation break, which didn't feel at all like a vacation, Joe and James recap some old episodes with updates on recent cases, address some mistakes, open Christmas presents, as well as take a moment to breathe. Special thanks to those who have taken the time to listen to this random show and have cared enough to actually share their thoughts with us...weirdos. More coming soon! Some helpful links: Genesis - Women's Shelter & Support (US) - https://www.genesisshelter.org/ - 214-946-4357 Paladin - National Stalking Advocacy Service (UK) - https://paladinservice.co.uk/ - 020 3866 4107 DASH - Identification and Risk Assessment - https://www.dashriskchecklist.co.uk/ National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (US) - - 1-800-273-8255 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Reach us at: email : DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jnuz08 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- That chill beat you hear in the background was brought to you by Zeeky Beats: Song "Fresh Air" https://www.instagram.com/zeekybeats/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I totally held my breath that entire time. I won, you lost, this podcast is now sponsered by RAID: Shadow Legends
The Bucks County 4
This week, Joe and James bring you a hometown horror story from the suburbs of Philadelphia... In the summer of 2017, 4 young men were reported missing by their families. What would soon be uncovered in the following days seemed something like a twisted mafia-style slaying, but this wasn't the case at all. Join James and Joe as they discuss the details of what occurred on a secluded farm outside Philadelphia in July, 2017. This is the story of The Bucks County 4, Jimi Patrick, Mark Sturgis, Tom Meo & Dean Finocchioro. Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. Reach us at: email : DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Sources from Philly.com and NBC10, Philadelphia's local NBC affiliate. Original music, 'Ode To Hitchcock', composed by Joe_TheHost ©2019 Special background music in this episode: 'Controlled Chaos', provided by Kevin MacLeod at Incomptech.com
The Case of DJ Fickey
DJ Fickey, a loved man and father of three, was killed on October 3rd 2016 and his death was ruled as a suicide. DJ's family, aware of the circumstances surrounding his death believe it should not have been ruled a suicide and have been using every resource available to them to get the word out. Join us as we go over the details of the case using information provided by Amanda Shirley, DJ's sister, and as we sit in disbelief that this case never went further. If what you hear has you convinced there is more going on, consider helping Amanda by signing this petition to re-open the case: https://www.change.org/p/help-us-in-getting-justice-for-dj-and-his-3-babies-justicefordj All clips provided Amanda Shirley. They have been edited for time, but no clips are edited to fit a narrative. Clip of Amanda remembering DJ is pulled by this video which also covers her situation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHIz8pc_mQg Original music, 'Ode To Hitchcock', composed by Joe_TheHost ©2019 Reach us at: email : DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz
The Murder of Laci Peterson: Part 3
In the final part of the Laci Petersons tale, Joe and James recount Scott Peterson's crumbling defenses as more of the public eye takes focus. How his mistress, Amber Frey, actively worked against him while they were still together. And surprise evidence which changed the entire case and sealed Scott's fate. Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. Reach us at: email : DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Audio Clips from ABC News with Diane Sawyer 2003 Original music, 'Ode To Hitchcock', composed by Joe_TheHost ©2019 Special background music included in this episode: "And She Disappeared Into the Snow" by The Reflecting Skin ℗© 2007 Moodgadget Records https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P5H4FHM/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_uIkXDbGVTER0P via @amazon
The Murder of Laci Peterson: Part 2
In Part 2 of the Laci Peterson murder, Joe and James discuss the ongoing search for the missing mother-to-be as well as the shift of the public focus on Scott, the secrets he's been harboring since the early days of his marriage, as well the fresh ones that ultimately will seal Scott's fate in the coming weeks. Keep an eye out for the 3rd and final installment of A Dark Tale's discussion on The Murder of Laci Peterson. Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. Reach us at: email : DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter/IG: @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Audio Clips from ABC News with Diane Sawyer 2003 Original music, 'Ode To Hitchcock', composed by Joe_TheHost ©2019
The Murder of Laci Peterson: Part 1
This week James and Joe delve into the beginnings of a Christmas horror story with the seemingly happy couple, Scott and Laci Peterson. This is part 1 of a multi-part series. Part 2 will be available next week. We hope you enjoy our discussion. Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. Reach us at: email : DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter/IG : @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost @JamesNuzz Audio clips pulled from CBS13KOVR Sacramento and ABC News with Diane Sawyer. Original music, 'Ode To Hitchcock', composed by Joe_TheHost ©2019
The Problem with John McAfee
This week, Joe and James discuss the ever curious case of John McAfee. The eccentric antivirus tycoon who fell from grace, and sought to carve out his own path to redemption...by whatever means necessary. Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Reach us at: email : DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter/IG : @ADarkTalePod @Joe_TheHost ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Referenced Clips: SBS Dateline: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIXc_GqIsE0 Associated Press: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnMfcv2HySk How to Uninstall McAfee Antivirus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKgf5PaBzyg John McAfee Tells All: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hx3yTWkN3fI Coin Bros "THE MCAFEE EFFECT" (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WV-vdI2CzMc McAfee Effect, It's a Rap! Shots! - Vlog3 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9_-jI9CekM&t=208s Heartwarming Interview with Amir: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JcxdHorskRw ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Original music, 'Ode To Hitchcock', composed by Joe_TheHost ©2019
Metasode 3: Recent News & Updates
James & Joe leave the mic's on after an episode to discuss some recent true crime news. First, the recent post-verdict murder of a key witness in the high profile murder trial of Dallas police officer Amber Guyger and the surprise of the overall outcome of the trial itself. Then it's back to Chris Watts yet again with more news from his cell and a new book being written about him. Joe gets a little upset. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Like our podcast? You can show us by taking a moment and going over to Apple Podcasts and giving us 5-star rating and dropping an comment or review. We really appreciate it and believe it or not it really helps the show. Thanks. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Reach out! Suggest a case or share any information you might have. darktalepodcast@gmail.com On Twitter/I.G. @ADarkTalepod @ Joe_TheHost ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Original music, 'Ode To Hitchcock', composed by Joe_TheHost ©2019
UNABOMBER - Part 2: The Manhunt & Capture of Ted Kaczynski
This week, Joe and James discuss the reign of terror cast upon a nation by a man who isolated himself from society, and cast nationwide fear for almost 2 decades, Ted Kaczynski AKA the UNABOMBER. Discussions on WHY someone so brilliant would turn so dark lead to looking back at Kaczynski's view towards the world and how his life experiences may have shaped that view. As well as discussing the investigative process that overwhelmed the FBI, the topic of Ted's younger brother David comes up. David was the the key in unlocking the mystery of who the UNABOMBER was. Also, a 'guest' jumps in for some quick fact-checking. Please take a minute and head over to Apple Podcast to give A Dark Tale a quick rating, maybe a review of a particular episode. Believe it or not, it does help the show. We really appreciate any and all support!! Thank you. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you'd like to reach out, suggest a case or share your thoughts with us, you can do so through the following links: darktalepodcast@gmail.com Twitter & IG - @adarktalepod, @Joe_TheHost James prefers to fly under the radar, but he's out there.😉 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Opening narration sourced from www.fbi.gov and www.npr.org Our intro is currently "Hitman" by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com) - Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
UNABOMBER - Part 1: The Early Life and Times of Ted Kaczynski
This week, Joe and James discuss the origins of the singular man who instilled fear nationwide for nearly twenty years, Ted Kaczynski AKA the UNABOMBER. His stellar academic career and reclusive habits are looked at while there is discussion and speculation on what caused an introverted math genius turn into the most infamous mad bomber of the modern era. James learns where British Columbia is. Look out for the upcoming episode in which we discuss the actual bombings and tell the tale of his capture. Reach us at: email : DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter : @ADarkTalePod ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Opening narration is based off the true story of the bombing of Flight 444 and inspired specifically by the story of Arthur Plotnik which can be read here: http://airplanereading.org/story/112/surviving-the-unabomber ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our intro is currently "Hitman" by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com) - Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
A Discussion on Terminology
This week Joe and James have a discussion on the terms "Psychopath" and "Sociopath", how they fit into modern psychology and what is specifically meant by those terms when used in every day conversation. A loose conversation which touches on the theoretical foundations of what makes one a psychopath, how every day people may exhibit the same traits at one time or another, the damaging ways in which some people process emotions, and why Super Smash Bros is total bullshit. We also follow up on the case of the Death of Eric Garner, where officer Pantaleo was not indicted for the homicide. (Update between recording and uploading, Pantaleo's employment with the NYPD has been terminated as of August 19th) Reach us at: email : DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter : @ADarkTalePod ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Referenced NBC clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E23mO0uVwAM ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our intro is currently "Hitman" by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com) - Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
An Interview with Sarah Turney
Today we hear the tale of Alissa Turney who, in 2001, went missing from Phoenix, Arizona. With nothing but a note saying she was running away her stepfather, Michael Roy Turney, retains she ran to California to this day. Years later, Michael was arrested for stashing home-made explosives with intent to commit an act of domestic terrorism and his claim that Alissa had run away was looked at with more scrutiny. While Michael was imprisoned, his daughter and Alissa's sister Sarah had begun to see the truth that her father was a completely different man than she had previously believed. Today she joins us and tells us the story from her perspective, how she began to see past her fathers narrative, and why she believes that Michael killed her sister. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Special thank you to Sarah Turney for joining us visit her website for more information at: https://justiceforalissa.com/ Another great podcast that covers every aspect of this story is Missing Alissa, a podcast by Ottavia Zappala https://www.missingalissa.com/ Another special thanks to Kevin MacLeod for his song "Hitman" which we use as our intro and background music through the episode. https://incompetech.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Reach us at: Email: DarkTalePodcast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ADarkTalepod
Metasode 2: Our Picks, Things to Come
This week, we're bringing you our Top 5 Crime Doc/Feature Films! From Ted Bundy to the infamous Zodiac Killer, we've gathered what we think are the most gripping/re-watchable films available on all major streaming platforms. We also take a few minutes to break down some plans for the future. Be careful, even watching Netflix...Evil Could Be Anywhere Twitter: https://twitter.com/ADarkTalepod IG: https://www.instagram.com/adarktalepod
The Frankford Slasher
This week, Joe and James bring you a hometown horror. A series of gruesome unsolved Philadelphia murders that the public has linked together and deemed the work a serial killer known as The Frankford Slasher. There was an arrest an conviction, but there is little justice to be found.
Metasode 1: First Five, Updates and Shout-outs
We take a moment to step aside and discuss our first five episodes, send out a couple over-due thanks, and laugh at ourselves for our lack of introductions and over-abundance of naming schemes. This is the first of these extra episodes which we hope to use to provide any corrections on previous episodes, as well as podcast news. Thanks again for anyone who listened to our first five episodes, more to come soon!
Chris Watts: A Family Annihilator
This week, Joe and James break down the case of Christopher Watts who, on August 13, 2018, killed his entire family including pregnant wife Shanann, two young daughters Bella and Celeste, and their unborn child Nico. A modern tale in which the entire investigation from start to sentencing is recorded and allows us to break it down as Chris himself breaks down. Watch and listen for yourself, what happens when you put a family annihilator (aka: a coward) into a corner.
The Wood-chipper Murder
This week, Joe and James discuss the infamous "Wood-chipper Murder" case. A tale so simply bizarre that it went on to inspire strange fiction of all kinds. Helle Crafts was in a bad marriage with her cheat of a husband, Richard. Richard was scared of a potential divorce, so he made a really bad decision. Then he made even worse decisions. Okay then!
Israel Keyes
This week, James and Joe talk the Samantha Koenig case and delve into the mind of her mysterious killer. Israel Keyes traveled the country working odd jobs and committing crimes from rape to arson to fund his true passion, murder.