What Happens To The Children of Serial Killers?

What Happens To The Children of Serial Killers?

Author: Darren Marlar | Weird Darkness | Full-Time Voice Actor May 5, 2026 Duration: 43:41
Growing up is hard enough, but for the children of serial killers, the weight of their parents' horrific crimes is a shadow that never fades.

EPISODE PAGE (includes sources and transcript): https://weirddarkness.com/ChildrenOfSerialKillers

IN THIS EPISODE: Many people have claimed to see ghosts near the iconic “Hollywood” sign in California – but one particular ghost is seen more often than the others – and it comes with a sad story. *** Weirdo family member Andrew Horne tells of his ghostly experience in Gettysburg. *** Why did Nellie Blye intentionally check herself into an asylum for a harrowing ten days? *** Statistically speaking, you will walk past a murderer 10.76 times in your life. But what if you didn't just walk past a murderer - what if they were a part of your family and you didn't know it?

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…
00:00:00.000 = Show Open
00:01:32.128 = The Children of Serial Killers
00:30:05.441 = Hollywood Sign’s Lady in White ***
00:33:57.435 = Ghosts In Gettysburg
00:38:10.085 = Nellie Bly’s Living Nightmare
00:42:29.147 = Show Close


SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…
“The Children of Serial Killers” by Stefanie Hammond for Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/557775be
“The Hollywood Sign’s Lady In White” posted at RealParanormalExperiences.com: (link no longer valid)
“Ghosts In Gettysburg” by Weirdo family member Andrew Horne – submitted directly to Weird Darkness.
“Nellie Bly’s Living Nightmare” by Orrin Grey for The Line Up: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/nellie-bly
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Originally aired: November, 2018


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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