Weirder After Dark

Tucked away in the quiet town of Billerica, Massachusetts, lies a road shrouded in darkness and drenched in chilling legend. Locals whisper about ghostly figures, satanic rituals, and the tormented spirits of nuns who never found peace. But how much of it is true—and how much is pure urban myth? In this episode, we take you down Dudley Road to uncover the terrifying tales, twisted truths, and eerie energy that have turned this stre...

Deep in the woods of northwestern Connecticut lies a place shrouded in mystery and fear—Dark Entry Forest. At its heart sits the infamous Dudleytown, a long-abandoned settlement whispered to be cursed. Strange disappearances, eerie voices, and tales of shadowy figures have surrounded this place for centuries. Some say it’s the land itself that’s cursed, others believe something sinister lingers among the trees. But what’s the truth...

EPISODE 20 IS BOSTON HEIST SEASON!

In 1950, a crew of masked men pulled off what was then the largest cash robbery in U.S. history — right in Boston’s North End. Dressed in Navy peacoats and Halloween masks, they stormed the Brink’s armored car depot and vanished into the night with nearly $3 million. No alarms. No witnesses. No fingerprints. It was called “the perfect crime” — until one slip-up cracked it wide open.

In this episode,...

High in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, the winds whisper a chilling legend—one of betrayal, bloodshed, and an eternal curse. But is the Curse of Mt. Chocorua real, or just an eerie folktale? In this episode, we dig deep into the history of the Abenaki people, the tragic story of Chief Chocorua, and the origins of the legendary curse said to haunt the mountain to this day. Is there truth behind the tale, or has history twisted the...

Deep in the forests of Vermont, Brunswick Springs is said to hold waters with mystical healing properties—but those who try to profit from them meet a terrible fate. For centuries, the springs have been cursed, a warning whispered through generations. From mysterious fires to unexplained deaths, every attempt to exploit this sacred site has ended in disaster.

But the curse isn’t the only dark force lurking here. Some believe the lan...

Think you can separate fact from fiction? In this special episode, we share two spine-chilling stories from our listeners—haunted encounters, aliens, and cryptids, and more!

But here’s the catch: one of these tales is a complete lie. Can you guess which one before the truth is revealed? Listen in, play along, and see if you can spot the deception.

🔮 Hit play… if you dare. And remember: it always gets weirder after dark. 🌒

Have a sto...

Beneath the mountains of western Massachusetts lies the Hoosac Tunnel, a feat of 19th-century engineering that cost nearly 200 lives—and some say, their spirits never left. Nicknamed "The Bloody Pit," this five-mile-long tunnel saw horrific explosions, gruesome cave-ins, and mysterious disappearances. But the tragedy didn’t end with its construction. For over a century, eerie voices, ghostly figures, and unexplained light...

On a quiet night in July 1964, a deadlyblue flash illuminated the United Nuclear Corporation fuel-processing facility in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island. In that instant, Robert Peabody, a hardworking technician and father of nine, became the victim of one of the most tragic—and forgotten—nuclear accidents in American history.

In this episode of Weirder After Dark, we uncover the chilling details of the Wood River Junction Critica...

What happens when hours vanish without a trace?

In this episode of Weirder After Dark, we delve into three chilling alien abduction stories from New England, all tied together by the mysterious phenomenon of missing time. From a serene drive turned unexplainable nightmare to eerie accounts of lost memories and fragmented flashes of otherworldly encounters, these tales will leave you questioning what might be lurking in the skies abo...

Deep in the forests of southwestern Vermont lies a chilling enigma—the Bennington Triangle. Between 1945 and 1950, five people mysteriously vanished without a trace, sparking legends of eerie forces lurking in the wilderness. From disappearances on the Long Trail to unsettling reports of shadowy figures and strange lights, this episode dives into the chilling tales and theories behind the Bennington Triangle. Was it a serial killer...

Think you can separate fact from fiction? In this special episode, we share two spine-chilling stories from our listeners—haunted encounters, aliens, and cryptids, and more!

But here’s the catch: one of these tales is a complete lie. Can you guess which one before the truth is revealed? Listen in, play along, and see if you can spot the deception.

🔮 Hit play… if you dare. And remember: it always gets weirder after dark. 🌒

Have a sto...

In 1971, the Perron family moved into a historic farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island, searching for their dream home. What they found instead was a nightmare. Strange noises, ghostly figures, and chilling encounters quickly turned their lives upside down. Tonight, we dive into the terrifying true story behind the Conjuring House, separating fact from fiction. Was the Perron family haunted by restless spirits—or something far mor...

Dive into the spellbinding world of Laurie Cabot, Salem’s official witch and one of modern witchcraft’s most iconic figures. In this episode of Weirder After Dark, we uncover her journey from an artist to a groundbreaking spiritual leader who brought witchcraft into the mainstream. Explore her rituals, her influence on Salem’s identity, and the controversies that followed her rise. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, this story...

Did you know New England was once gripped by vampire hysteria? In the 19th century, communities across the region exhumed their dead, fearing that the undead were spreading a mysterious illness. This week, we’re diving into the bizarre history of New England’s vampire panic. From spine-tingling graveyard rituals to the tragic tales of families driven to desperation, we’re uncovering the truth behind this eerie chapter in folklore. ...

March 5 1873, started as any typical day for the Hontvet family. Then the wind blew in a different direction, the wrong direction, a direction that set off a series of events that would lead to the gruesome murder of several women. In this episode, The Gang unravels the story of the Smuttynose murders.

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In this episode of Weirder After Dark, it’s time for Whispers After Dark: 2 Tales, 1 Lie! We’re diving into two chilling listener-submitted stories and one deviously crafted lie (props to our imagination!). Sean shares a soul drilling ghost story, a cryptid that's 'all leg', and witchy tale from Granbury, CT.

Meanwhile, Chris, Cathy, and our listeners try to uncover the truth. Can you figure out which stories are real ...

Tucked away on the rocky shores of Gloucester, Massachusetts, lies a castle that seems out of place, as though it were transported from another time and place. This European-style Medieval castle is more than just a stunning piece of architecture—it's the home of John Hays Hammond Jr., a genius inventor, and the site of a passionate, yet tragic love story. But the real mystery? The castle is said to be haunted by restless spirits, ...

Behind the glamorous legacy of the Kennedy family lies a tragic and nearly forgotten story. Rosemary Kennedy, the eldest sibling of the famous clan, was once full of promise—but a botched lobotomy left her silenced and erased from history. In this episode, we unravel the hidden, heartbreaking tale of Rosemary’s life, her family’s shocking secret, and the decision that altered her fate forever. Dive into a tragedy that was kept in t...

On the night of September 3rd, 1965, Exeter, New Hampshire, became the unlikely backdrop to one of the most chilling UFO encounters in New England's history. As residents were going about their evening, a series of bizarre lights in the sky turned the town’s peaceful atmosphere into something straight out of a nightmare. A blood-red glow illuminated the night, leaving people paralyzed in fear and wonder. Was it a military experimen...