The Locals Said He Was the Devil. The Rich Americans Didn't Listen.

The Locals Said He Was the Devil. The Rich Americans Didn't Listen.

Author: Darren Marlar | Weird Darkness | Full-Time Voice Actor April 4, 2026 Duration: 4:59:26
“The Kingdom Below”: When a wealthy American family accepts a lunch invitation from the mysterious Prince of Porto Corvo, they don't realize that sitting down at his table may cost them far more than they ever imagined — perhaps even their very souls. The locals have been warning strangers about this prince for centuries, and now it's too late to turn back. | #RetroRadio #WeirdDarkness | EP0619

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Kingdom Below” (July 15, 1977) ***WD
00:46:22.572 = The Saint, “Military Instructor” (May 27, 1951) ***WD
01:15:01.218 = Theater Five, “20 Minutes In The Life of Melinda Madison” (November 05, 1964) ***WD
01:36:30.230 = Theater 1030, “The Sandman” (October 31, 1954) ***WD (LQ)
02:03:30.310 = Tales From The Tomb, “The Lick” (1960s)
02:06:59.765 = 2000 Plus, “Insect” (May 17, 1950) ***WD
02:36:23.975 = The Unexpected, “The Revere Cup” (January 30, 1948) ***WD
02:51:03.908 = Unsolved Mysteries, “Writing On The Wall” (October 05, 1949) ***WD
03:05:45.821 = Columbia Workshop, “Carmilla” (July 28, 1940) (LQ)
03:35:12.127 = The Weird Circle, “Thing In The Tunnel” (March 13,1944)
04:02:37.109 = The Whistler, “Two For The Money” (January 01, 1945)
04:32:02.700 = Witch’s Tale, “Four Fingers And A Thumb” (November 13, 1933) ***WD
04:58:35.013 = Show Close

(ADU) = Air Date Unknown
(LQ) = Low Quality
***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.
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Step into the shadows with Weird Darkness: Paranormal & True Crime Stories, where professional voice actor Darren Marlar brings a chilling depth to narratives often left untold. This award-winning daily podcast explores the intricate tapestry of human experience and mystery, weaving together documented history, cultural folklore, and unsettling true crime. Each episode is a deep dive into the unexplained, from long-forgotten legends and supernatural encounters to meticulously researched accounts of dark deeds and unsolved conspiracies. Marlar’s skill as a storyteller, recognized by industry voices like the Podcast Business Journal, transforms these accounts into immersive audio experiences, allowing the strange and the macabre to feel vividly real. The consistent seven-day-a-week schedule means there’s always a new story waiting, a fresh journey into the corners of society and documentary evidence that most prefer to avoid. This isn't just a collection of scary stories; it's a persistent exploration of the questions that linger at the edges of our understanding, all delivered with a compelling vocal performance that has defined the distinctive atmosphere of this podcast. You'll find the lines between history, mystery, and the purely paranatural blurring as you listen, making Weird Darkness a unique destination for those drawn to the darker side of reality.
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