Weirder After Dark

In the shadowy hills of Northfield, Vermont, an unsolved mystery has haunted locals for over half a century. They say he’s part man, part beast—naked, feral, and wearing the severed head of a pig. Some say it’s just a campfire tale. Others swear they’ve seen him with their own eyes—lurking near the Devil’s Washbowl, vanishing into the trees. This week on  Weirder After Dark , Sean dives headfirst...

Robin Hood in New England? They robbed stagecoaches, held up travelers, and disappeared into the wild… but with a tip of the hat and a reputation for courtesy.  In this episode, we uncover the stories of Captain Thunderbolt and Lightfoot—two legendary highwaymen who blurred the line between criminal and folk hero. Were they ruthless thieves or gallant rebels fighting a corrupt system? Join us as w...

In the shadowy harbors of late-1700s New England, Rachel Wall carved her place in history as America’s first female pirate. From quiet coastal beginnings to notorious outlaw, Rachel’s life was filled with deception, robbery, and murder on the high seas—until her violent deeds finally caught up with her at the gallows. Join us as we sail into the stormy waters of her forgotten tale and uncover the...

In April 1977, the quiet town of Dover, Massachusetts, became home to one of New England’s strangest mysteries. Over just two nights, multiple terrified teenagers reported seeing something… unnatural. A creature with glowing eyes, long limbs, and a pale, almost alien body. It stalked the wooded roads, then vanished—never to be seen again. Some called it a cryptid, others believed it was something...

On May 19th, 1780, something unthinkable happened. In the middle of the day, darkness fell over New England. Towns from Maine to Connecticut were plunged into a shadow so deep that candles were lit at noon, animals panicked, and people feared the end of the world. Some called it a sign from God, others whispered of strange celestial events—but no one could explain it. In this episode of  Weirder A...

Ever heard the phrase "between a rock and a hard place"? Well, how about between a rock and the devil himself? Join us as we dive into one of New England's strangest paranormal episodes—the unsettling legend of the Rock-Throwing Devil. Stones flying from nowhere, sinister whispers, and townsfolk terrorized by unseen hands... Was it a clever hoax, a poltergeist, or something far darker? Hit play, a...

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 eeri...

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...

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...

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 t...

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...

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 alway...

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 voice...

On a quiet night in July 1964, a deadly blue 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 de...

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...

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 Benningt...

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 alway...

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 re...

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’r...

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 behi...

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. Instagram: ⁠@WeirderAfter Dark⁠ Have weird New England Stories? Email us: Thegang@WeirderAfterDa...

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...

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...

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. Div...

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...