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Dark Matter

57 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago -

A podcast where we dive deeper into mysteries, true crime, society, and other "dark matters."

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Astrology

May 10, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MB

This week, we're diving into the topic of astrology! We talk about its history and share our opinions on the subject. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod   Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Email: [email protected] Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/DarkMatter_Pod   Facebook: https://w...

Kristin Smart

April 19, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MB

Kristin Smart was a 19-year-old college freshman when she disappeared on her way home from a party on May 25, 1996. For  almost 25 years, there was no update on her case until the recent arrest of a suspect this year *We forgot to mention in the episode, but the recent arrest was largely in part to the podcast "Your Own Backyard". If you're interested in finding out more information check out that podcast Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod   Dark Matter Merch:...

Women In Media

March 29, 2021 13:00 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MB

To wrap up Women's History Month, we're talking about the negative way women are portrayed in mass media and how it affects the way they and others see them. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod   Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Email: [email protected] Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https://twitter.co...

HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY DARK MATTER + GIVEAWAY!!

March 29, 2021 13:00 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MB

It's Dark Matter Podcast's first birthday! We wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone for listening and supporting us. *To enter the giveaway, leave us a review on Apple Podcast and send us a screenshot through Instagram, Twitter or our email Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod   Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Email: [email protected] Follo...

The Ghost Ship Mary Celeste

March 22, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MB

The Mary Celeste was a merchant ship found abandoned in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean on December 4, 1872. The ship was in fairly good condition, but those who'd been on board were never seen or heard from again. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod   Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Email: [email protected] Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.i...

The Delphi Murders (Abigail Williams & Liberty German)

March 08, 2021 20:53 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

On February 14, 2017, the bodies of Abby Willams and Liberty German were found a day after they went missing while on a hike in Delphi, Indiana. Four years later, and investigators are still looking for their killer If you have any information regarding Abby & Libby's case, please contact the Delphi Homicide Tipline at 844-459-5786. Tips can also be submitted online via [email protected] Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod Buy Dark Matter Merch: http:/...

Raised By Wolves

March 01, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MB

Those who've seen Jungle Book usually think of a cute little boy who grew up in the wild. But have you ever thought about what happened to children who were actually raised by animals?  Help Texas North Texas Food Bank https://ntfb.org Feeding Texas https://feedingtexas.networkforgood.com/projects/124201-texas-disaster-response  Mutual Aid Houston https://www.mutualaidhou.com  The Coalition for the Homeless https://www.homelesshouston.org/winter-weather-alert  Support us on Patr...

Dave Not Coming Back

February 22, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MB

Dave Shaw was in the middle of performing a record breaking dive when he came across the dead body of missing diver Deon Dreyer. By the time he surfaced, Dave knew he wanted to recover Deon's body.  Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod  Buy Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Email: [email protected] Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d...

The Mysterious D.B. Cooper

February 15, 2021 14:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MB

On the the afternoon of November 24, 1971, a man using the alias of Dan Cooper bought an airline ticket to Seattle, Washington. During the flight, he handed the stewardess a note saying he had a bomb in his briefcase.  Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod  Buy Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/...

Breatharianism

February 08, 2021 14:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

It's a known fact that humans need food and water to survive. However, some people believe they can exist through sunlight and energy alone. This week, we're discussing Breatharianism and the dangers it poses All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod  Buy Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitte...

The McDonald's Coffee Lawsuit

February 01, 2021 14:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MB

Suing a fast food franchise because you spilled their coffee on you and burned yourself may seem silly...until you hear just how hot the coffee was and just how many injuries it’s caused. All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod  Buy Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https://twitter.co...

Mark Kilroy

January 25, 2021 14:00 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MB

When 21-year-old Mark Kilroy suddenly goes missing during spring break in Mexico with friends, the investigation into his disappearance reveals connections to a drug cartel and ritualistic sacrifices.  All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod  Buy Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: http...

CHAT WITH US: Capitol Riots & What's Happening in America

January 18, 2021 14:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MB

Today we have a “chat with us” episode because we felt it was vital to speak on the current situation in the country we reside in--the US. An attempted coup by white supremacists, the president getting banned from nearly every social media site, and the historic first time a president has been impeached twice (at least he’s #1 at something…). Tune in for a timeline and clarification of the recent events and our opinions All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatter...

The Chernobyl Disaster

January 11, 2021 14:00 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MB

Chernobyl is remembered as one of the worst nuclear accidents in history. Today, we'll be diving deep into not only the accident, but also how events at the time affected the response to the disaster  All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod  Buy Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https...

The Life & Disappearance of Amelia Earhart

January 04, 2021 14:00 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MB

Most people have heard the name Amelia Earhart, but few know of her epic life and impacts, as well as her mysterious disappearance. We get into our personal favorite theories about what happened to the feminist icon and expert aviator...which is your favorite? All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/darkmatterpod  Buy Dark Matter Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/aC4NvXQWyvg   Follow Us! Instagram...

Steven & Cary Stayner

December 14, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MB

Two brothers, two separate cases. One brother was a victim turned hero and the other was a monster who killed several women. This is the story of the Stayner siblings.  All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/DarkMatter_Pod  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darkmatterpod  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCggnpLFzz2dBNe1c2VdxJJg/ 

CHAT WITH US: Representation

December 07, 2020 00:11 - 41 minutes - 44.6 MB

Today we're switching it up a bit with a more casual "chat with us"-style episode. We're discussing the media's representation of minority groups: the good and bad, progress that's been made in recent years, and the real-life harms of poor (or lack thereof), representation. As always, we appreciate you listening and will be back next week!

Uncontacted Tribes

December 02, 2020 03:59 - 43 minutes - 44.9 MB

This week, we’re talking uncontacted tribes... okay, at least MOSTLY uncontacted. We discuss the many moral quandaries raised by the presence of these tribes in today’s world as well as some details on a few specific tribes. From murder by spearing to cannibalism to using women and children as currency… this episode has it all. We hope you enjoy and we’ll see y’all next week!

Gardner Museum Heist

November 23, 2020 22:01 - 31 minutes - 59.5 MB

On March 18, 1990 two men dressed in police uniforms stole 13 famous works of art from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum worth $500 million. To this day, those works of art have yet to be found.  Feeding America: https://teamfeed.feedingamerica.org/participant/DarkMatter-Podcast-Thanks  All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/DarkMatter_Pod ...

Unsolved Mysteries "Jennifer Fairgate"

November 16, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MB

Jennifer Fairgate checked into the Oslo Plaza Hotel on May 31, 1995; three days later she was found in her hotel room with a gunshot wound to the head. The more evidence that's found, the stranger it gets.  All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/DarkMatter_Pod  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darkmatterpod  Youtube: https://www.youtube.co...

Televangelists & Materialism

November 09, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MB

We’re taking on religion and the meaning of life…well not quite, but we’ll be discussing the scams and moral depravity of televangelists as well as the phenomenon of “influencer pastors” and how they represent their faith.  Disclaimer: this episode is mostly opinion-based and not meant to unfairly criticize anyone’s faith. We’re focusing on specific leaders in the evangelical church and how they (in many ways), misrepresent the message of their faith. All of our sources can be found on o...

Dark Tales of Halloween: Filipino Mythical Creatures

October 31, 2020 20:51 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MB

In this Halloween special, we discuss the strange and fascinating mythical creatures of the Philippines! We also get into the cultural background of these creatures and why the myths might have come about in the first place when considering Filipino culture All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/DarkMatter_Pod  Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...

Dark Tales of Halloween: The Mysterious Death of Elisa Lam

October 26, 2020 19:41 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

In 2013, the body of 21-year-old Canadian tourist Elisa Lam was found at the Cecil Hotel, one of the most haunted hotels in LA. Her unsolved death was made even more mysterious by the infamous elevator video of her  All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes  Follow Us! Instagram: @darkmatterpod Twitter: @darkmatter_Pod Facebook: Dark Matter Podcast

The Mysterious Death of Elisa Lam

October 26, 2020 19:41 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

In 2013, the body of 21-year-old Canadian tourist Elisa Lam was found at the Cecil Hotel, one of the most haunted hotels in LA. Her unsolved death was made even more mysterious by the infamous elevator video of her  All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes  Follow Us! Instagram: @darkmatterpod Twitter: @darkmatter_Pod Facebook: Dark Matter Podcast

Dark Tales of Halloween: The Winchester Mystery House

October 19, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

In this installment of Dark Tales of Halloween, we discuss the bizarre and mysterious Winchester House... Did Sarah Winchester think the construction of her house was the key to eternal life? Did she build nonstop for nearly 40 years because a psychic told her it would protect her from ghosts? Did she descend into madness following her husband and newborn daughter’s deaths?  All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/ep-30-winchester-mansion  Follow Us!...

Dark Tales of Halloween: Shauna Howe

October 12, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MB

*Content Warning: This episode contains details of violence and sexual assault of a minor and may not be appropriate for all listeners  In October 1992, 11-year-old Shauna Howe was kidnapped on her way home from a Halloween party. Her murder went unsolved for over a decade and affected Halloween for an entire town.     All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https...

Dark Tales of Halloween: Origins of Halloween

October 05, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MB

Welcome to the first installment Dark Matter’s Dark Tales of Halloween! To kick off the month of October, we’re discussing the origins of Halloween--the old, the new, and the ...Irish? Stay tuned for our next episode of the series and thank you for listening! All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/DarkMatter_Pod  Facebook: https://www.facebook...

Bohemian Grove

September 28, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MB

In this episode, we’re discussing something as strange as it is concerning… the Bohemian Club and Bohemian Grove. If you’ve never heard of the Bohemian Club, it’s basically a secret society that some of the richest and most powerful men in the world are a part of. Every year, they meet up in the middle of the Redwood Forest for two weeks and… well we don’t know! Tune in for our guesses about what goes on at the Bohemian Grove and why the whole thing is problematic. All of our sources can b...

Uberlingen Mid-Air Collision

September 21, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MB

This episode, we talk about one of the biggest catastrophes in the aviation world. According to statistics, the safest way to travel is by flying, but even planes are prone to accidents. This tragedy, which happened from a combination of miscommunication and human error, resulted in the deaths of many children and eventually led to murder.  All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Follow Us! Instagram: @darkmatterpod Twitter: @darkmatter_...

MISSING: Kaylah Hunter & Kristian Justice

September 14, 2020 13:00 - 21 minutes - 29 MB

In this week's episode, we are covering a missing persons case of two young children who went missing in Detroit, Michigan. We discuss how people of color don't get as much media attention and what could have happened to the kids. If you know any information about the whereabouts of Kaylah and Kristian, please call the Detroit Police Department or Crime Stoppers of Michigan at 1-800-SPEAKUP or you can also submit an anonymous tip on their website. All of our sources can be found on our w...

Life On Other Planets

September 07, 2020 13:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MB

This week, we're diving into everyone's favorite topic, Aliens! But don't worry, we're not talking about Crop Circles or UFOs. Instead we take scientific look at the history of the universe and what it would take for life to exist on other planets. And if there are aliens, where the heck are they? All of our sources can be found on our website: https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkmatterpod/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/DarkMatte...

Why MLMs Are A Lie

September 01, 2020 03:36 - 46 minutes - 64 MB

This week, we’re discussing the legal version of pyramid schemes--MLM, or multi-level marketing, companies. Not only is it nearly impossible to make a profit through MLMs, but they target and even harass some of the most vulnerable among us. Their antics are annoying at best and immoral at worst and many of these companies even fit the criteria of cults! We hope you enjoy this episode and we’ll be back next week with a brand new one. Thanks for listening!  All sources can be found here: ht...

What's Happening To Uyghurs In China

August 25, 2020 03:28 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MB

This week, we’re discussing an issue that's importance really cannot be understated. The Uyghurs in China, a minority religious group, is being persecuted to the point of genocide and it’s hardly being discussed… to help and learn more, please check out the links on our website

Daniel Anderl

August 17, 2020 18:08 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MB

In this week’s episode, we’re talking about the tragic case of Daniel Anderl and the deranged man who took his life. We also discuss “Men’s Rights” groups, the draft, and Jeffery Ebstein, which are somehow all related to this case... Needless to say, this episode has a lot of twists and turns! For sources go to https://www.darkmatterpod.com/episodes 

Indigenous Peoples

August 10, 2020 18:46 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MB

This week, we’re diving into the history and culture of indigenous tribes, especially in the United States. We discuss what life was like for native people before colonization, some of the cool things they believed in, and what we can do to better support these communities and remember their history today.

Who was Jack the Ripper?

August 03, 2020 17:47 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MB

Trigger Warning: violence against women and graphic descriptions of crime scenes and murder This week, we’re throwing it back to one of the oldest and most notorious serial killers--Jack the Ripper. Although infamous for his gruesome murders of sex workers in the late 1800s, his identity and number of victims is still unknown, making this matter even darker… We hope you enjoy this episode and we’ll be back next Monday with another!

The Dark Side of YouTube

July 27, 2020 16:35 - 1 hour - 84 MB

In the 15 years since its inception, YouTube has transformed into one of the most popular platforms online. It’s a place where many find their community, but between the scandals, accusations, and drama… has it gone too far? Thank you for listening and we’ll see you again next Monday!

The Fyre Festival Fiasco

July 20, 2020 03:58 - 33 minutes - 34.5 MB

In this week’s episode, we discuss the most extravagant, exclusive, and luxurious music festival that… never happened. From the fraud to the rich kids getting scammed to the infamous cheese sandwich picture, this episode has a lot of twists and turns. Thank you for tuning in and we will be back with another episode next week!

Vanessa Guillen and Women in the Military

July 13, 2020 15:52 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

In this week's episode, we discuss the tragic and senseless murder of 20 year-old solider, Vanessa Guillen. We also reflect on the bigger issue of violence and abuse of women in the military: why does it happen, why do they get away with it, and what can we do to stop it? Thanks for tuning in and please check the follow important links to help get justice for Vanessa and her family. Vanessa’s GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/f/pfc-vanessa-guillen-missing #JusticeforVanessa T-shirts https://...

The Flat Earth Society

July 06, 2020 16:57 - 1 hour - 54.1 MB

There might be many things we can debate about, but we can all at least agree on the shape of the earth… right? Nope! On this week’s episode, we discuss the Flat Earth Society--who they are, what they believe, and WHY they might believe it. We hope you enjoy this episode and stay tuned for our next one!

Pride

June 29, 2020 03:56 - 39 minutes - 41.2 MB

As Pride Month comes to a close, we at Dark Matter wanted to dedicate an episode to current and past crime cases that involve LGBTQ/+ victims. In this episode, we break down what the infamous “Gay Panic Defense,” now referred to as the LGBTQ/+ Panic Defense, is and why it’s so harmful. We also speak on the ever-growing, yet seldom discussed issue of violence against trans people--specifically black trans women.

#BLACKLIVESMATTER

June 22, 2020 15:29 - 39 minutes - 33.5 MB

Today we'll be discussing the murder of George Floyd, which led to the recent wave of protests demanding justice for Floyd and so many other innocent black men and women. We also get into the bigger racial issues with the American "justice" system, educational institutions, and society at large. Please check out the links below to learn more about African American history, why racism is still a problem we need to talk about, and what you can do to help. https://oyc.yale.edu/african-americ...

The Stauffer Family Situation

June 14, 2020 16:53 - 55 minutes - 48.8 MB

Have you ever wondered how far social media “influencers” would go for clout and followers? Surely, not even the most shameless influencers would adopt a child for followers, just to abandon the child a few years later right? Unfortunately, that’s exactly what Myka and James Stauffer did. In this episode, we discussed a current case about narcissism, influencer culture, and international adoption gone wrong. Thanks for tuning in and we’ll be back next week!

Judith and Maria Barsi

June 01, 2020 16:07 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

If you've ever watched The Land Before Time, All Dogs go to Heaven, or Jaws IV, you'd recognize the talented child actress Judith Barsi, who had an extensive acting career at only 10 years old. Unfortunately, Judith also had a severely abusive father with a drinking problem who envied his daughter's career. Her tragic death will not be forgotten... We hope you learn something from this episode and will be back next week with another. TW: alcoholism, domestic abuse, and violence towards chi...

The Dark Side of K-pop

May 23, 2020 21:02 - 48 minutes - 43.6 MB

This week’s episode is on a cultural sensation that has become incredibly widespread as well as incredibly controversial. K-pop (Korean Pop) groups feature some of the most talented and disciplined musicians on the planet and these musicians are rewarded with unimaginable fame… but at what cost? Thanks for tuning in and be sure to check out or other episodes if you haven’t already. We’ll see you again next week!

The Rwandan Genocide

May 18, 2020 01:20 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

This week’s episode is on the darkest matter we have covered yet…the Rwandan Genocide. 26 years ago, this racially-driven tragedy claimed countless lives and wreaked havoc on the lives of those who survived. Neighbors, coworkers, and even families turned on each other with a vengeance, killing over 800,000 Rwandans in total. The Rwandan Genocide should serve as a precautionary tale of the evils of colonization, as the two major groups in Rwanda, Hutus and Tutsis, lived in harmony before bein...

The Bermuda Triangle

May 11, 2020 03:59 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

In this week’s episode, we’ll be discussing one of the most mysterious areas on the globe… the Bermuda Triangle! We’re all aware of how mysterious and powerful the ocean is, along with how little we really know about this body of water that covers most of our planet. Well this section of the Atlantic is no exception--it has been the location of all kinds of anomalies, from ghost ships whose crews disappeared to missing planes and boats. Dive into some of the Bermuda Triangle’s craziest theor...

McKamey Manor

May 04, 2020 16:38 - 42 minutes - 44.3 MB

On this week’s episode, we’ll be discussing the alleged most intense haunted mansion in the world… Mckamey Manor. The thing is, participants get more than a haunt—they endure forms of torture and often leave with psychological and physical scars. We hope you enjoy this episode and stay tuned for next week’s!

Project MK Ultra

April 26, 2020 21:31 - 32 minutes - 33.3 MB

This week’s episode is about something so mysterious, bizarre, and disastrous that it sounds more like a Sci-Fi movie than reality. MK Ultra was one of the most depraved and convoluted acts of violence towards unassuming citizens in American history and its cultural impact is still pervasive to this day. We hope you’ll enjoy this episode and stay tuned for next week’s!

The Chicago Tylenol Murders

April 20, 2020 03:22 - 39 minutes - 42.4 MB

Have you ever wondered why every bottle of painkillers has a seal you have to remove before getting to the pills? Yeah, neither have we… But in this episode, you’ll learn about the tragic story that led to the implementation of those seemingly unassuming seals. Enjoy and stay tuned for more episodes on other crazy cases like this one!

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