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The Dark Corners Podcast

ByThe Dark Corners with Gage
16 episodes

Podcast Summary

Dive into the eerie realm of "The Dark Corners Podcast," where host Gage G. guides listeners through spine-chilling tales that explore the macabre and the mysterious. Each episode unearths a different facet of darkness, from true crime stories that leave you questioning human nature to haunting accounts that send shivers down your spine. Unique in its blend of insightful analysis and dark humor, the podcast features compelling discussions on infamous cases and cryptids, as well as urban legends that haunt our collective imagination. Listeners will find themselves engrossed in deep dives into bizarre events, like the unsettling night in April 2013 that rattled the idyllic community of Davis, California. With each episode, Gage takes you beyond the surface, challenging perceptions and exploring the darker sides of life. Tune in for an intriguing mix of horror, laughter, and thought-provoking content that will keep you coming back for more.

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Episode 16: The Teenage Homicidal Maniac: Daniel William Marsh

On the night of April 14th, 2013, in the cozy college community of Davis, California, an elderly couple was brutally tortured and murdered by an unknown assailant in their own home. The crimes were carried out in a sadistic manner with a level of barbarism and cruelty that’s almost unheard of. In a desperate race to unveil the identity of the perpetrator, authorities would get the shock of their lives. The culprit was none other than 15-year-old high school Student Daniel William Marsh - a true teenage psychopath who began fantasizing about murdering other people at the age of 11. Listen with care you guys. This one is WILDSHOW NOTES:Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Statements from the family of Claudia and Chip:

2025-05-29•1hr 18mins
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Episode 15: My Father, The Devil, And A Cellar Of Horrors: The 24 Year Captivity Of Elisabeth Fritzl Part 2

This week, Gage concludes his coverage into a story that both disgusted and shocked the entire world. After 18 year old Elisabeth Fritzl went missing in 1984, she endured 24 long years of brutal and cruel torture at the hands of her father. She was also forced her to birth 7 children. After a series of astonishing events in April of 2008, Elisabeth and her underground family would finally find freedom. This one is NUTS you guys! Listen with care! SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Of Horrors: The Horrifying True Story of Josef Fritzl by Nigel Cawthorne :

2025-05-15•1hr 20mins
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Episode 14: My Father, The Devil, And A Cellar Of Horrors: The 24 Year Captivity Of Elisabeth Fritzl Part 1

This week, Gage begins breaking down a case that truly shocked the entire world. In August of 1984, in Amstetten, Austria, 18 year old Elisabeth Fritzl disappeared from the world. She was locked away inside of an inescapable cellar beneath her family home. A cellar that her father spent 6 years building for her. In total, Elisabeth was imprisoned for 24 years, and during her captivity, her father subjected her to cruel and brutal treatment including incestuous sexual assault and physical torture. This one is ROUGH. Listen with care you guys! SHOW NOTESCredits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Of Horros: The Horrific True Story of Josef Fritzl: The Father From Hell by Nigel Cawthorne:

2025-05-08•1hr 0mins
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Episode 13: The Evil Tree Man: Leaf Killer Matthew John Hoffman Part 2

This week, Gage concludes his coverage into the disturbing leaf killer story. On November 10th, 2010, Matthew Hoffman brutally murdered and dismembered Tina Herrmann, Kody Maynard, and Stephanie Sprang. After the attacks, he kidnapped Sarah Maynard and took her to his horrifying house of leaves. Thankfully, it didn’t take long for the walls to close in on Matthew. Join Gage this week as he finishes his coverage into one of Ohio’s most disturbing and shocking crimes! SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Girl In The Leaves” by Robert Scott: Herrmann & Kody Maynard Healing Hearts Fund :

2025-04-17•1hr 38mins
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Episode 12: The Evil Tree Man: Leaf Killer Matthew John Hoffman Part 1

On November 10th, 2010, in the town of Apple Valley, Ohio, 32 year old Tina Herrmann failed to show up for her shift at the local Dairy Queen where she worked. On that same day, it was also found that Tina’s best friend and two young children were nowhere to be found. These disappearances would spark an investigation that would unravel one of the most brutally sadistic and unusual homicide cases in Ohio history. Join Gage this week as he begins breaking down one of America’s craziest crime cases! SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Girl In The Leaves” by Robert Scott :

2025-04-10•1hr 32mins
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Episode 11: A True American Horror: The Beast Of Bray Road

During the 1980’s and early 1990’s, the beautiful “Christmas card” city of Elkhorn, Wisconsin would be thrust into hysteria after a horrifying string of bizarre sightings. People within the Walworth county area reported being stalked by a giant, half wolf humanoid beast with large claws and glowing eyes. More specifically, this creature would frequent a road in Elkhorn named “Bray Road”. Thus, the beast would be given its famous name: The Beast Of Bray Road. Join Gage this week as he discusses one of Wisconsin’s most terrifying pieces of lore! Werewolf? Demon? Or perhaps even an alien? You’ll have to form your own opinion! SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Beast Of Bray Road: Tailing Wisconsin’s Werewolf” by Linda Godfrey :

2025-03-27•51mins
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Episode 10: The Lizard Man Monster Of Scape Ore Swamp

Do you believe in lizards? Or Men? What about lizard men? If your answer is “no”, then this story may change your mind! In 1988, within the rural region of Lee County, South Carolina, a string of bizarre and horrifying encounters near the Scape Ore Swamp would send the locals into hysteria. According to police reports, people were seeing a giant, reptilian humanoid standing roughly 7-8 feet tall. This creature is also described as having glowing red eyes, scaly skin, and clawed hands. Scary, right? Join Gage this week as he discusses a true southern monstrosity! SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Man: The True Story Of The Bishopville Monster by Lyle Blackburn :

2025-03-06•53mins
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Episode 09: The Hatchet Wielding Goat Man of Prince George's County

This week, Gage is delivering us a short spook on the infamous Goat Man of Prince George’s County! This creature is certainly very scary, as he’s said to be horned, covered in fur, and standing anywhere from 6-8 feet tall. This half-goat humanoid has been terrorizing Maryland residents for decades, and he’s been known to attack humans and decapitate dogs. You may second guess walking alone near the woods at night after this one! SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE:

2025-02-27•30mins

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#9

Episode 08: Absence Of Justice: The Torture and Brutal Killing Of Shanda Sharer Part 3

Here it is you guys, this week is the conclusion of Gage’s coverage into the Shanda Sharer story! Shanda’s body was sadly discovered the same morning she was burned alive, and from there, the walls started caving in around Melinda, Laurie, Hope, and Toni. After a grisly investigation, the 4 girls would be tried as adults for their hideous deed, but only 3 would receive 60 year sentences. Join Gage as he concludes his telling of a shocking case that truly rocked the nation! SHOW NOTES: Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Sharer Dr. Phil Episode : Lost Angel by Michael Quinlan:

2025-02-20•1hr 32mins
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Episode 07: Witches Castle: The Torture and Brutal Killing Of Shanda Sharer Part 2

This week’s episode will not be an easy listen you guys. After 12 year old Shanda Sharer was kidnapped from her father’s home on January 10th, 1992, she would be subjected to hours of cruel and heinous torture by her captors. Her death would come the following morning when she was burned alive in a field. Today’s episode will mainly be highlighting the crime that took place, and next week will be the conclusion! Listen with care everyone! SHOW NOTES JUSTICE FOR HALEY CHENEY FACEBOOK PAGE: For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Lost Angel by Michael Quinlan :

2025-02-13•1hr 32mins
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Episode 06: The Torture and Brutal Killing Of Shanda Sharer Part 1

This week is the start of Gage’s multi part coverage analyzing one of Indiana’s most notorious and heinous crimes. 12 year old Shanda Renee Sharer was abducted, tortured, and brutally murdered by 4 teenage girls in January, 1992. The ringleader of the brutal attack, 16 year old Melinda Loveless, plotted to murder Shanda out of jealousy and seething hatred. Join Gage this week as he begins breaking down one of America’s most tragic and haunting homicide cases SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Little Lost Angel by Michael Quinlan

2025-02-06•1hr 21mins
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Episode 05: Evil Children: The Tragic Murder Of Derrick Robie

On August 2nd, 1993, in the small village of Savona, New York, a four year old boy named Derrick Robie was brutally murdered by another child. The child in question was thirteen year old Eric Smith. Eric is known as “the freckle face killer”, and his actions that day would forever haunt not only the community of Savona, but also the family and loved ones of baby Derrick. Join Gage as he tells us the horrific story of an adolescent crime that shocked the nation! SHOW NOTES: Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: 48 Hours episode “Eric Smith” : Eric Smith Murderpedia Page:

2025-01-30•1hr 2mins
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Episode 04: I Don't Like Mondays: How Brenda Spencer Became America's First School Shooter

Mondays are typically disliked by most people, but this story takes it to another level entirely. On Monday, January 29th, 1979, sixteen year old Brenda Spencer would go down in history as America’s first school shooter. After launching a complete sniper assault on a group of Cleveland Elementary students, two staff members would die, and eight children would end up critically injured. What was Brenda’s reason for doing this you may ask? Well, she evidently just really hated Mondays. Join Gage as he takes us through the life and crimes of Brenda Spencer SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: “I Hate Mondays: The True Story of School Shooter Brenda Spencer” by Darla Pugh: Brenda Spencer Documentary:

2025-01-23•48mins
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Episode 03: Against All Odds: Mary Vincent & "The Mad Chopper"

This week’s story is one that truly pushes the boundary of insanity. On September 29th, 1978, 15 year old Mary Vincent was hitchhiking to her grandfather’s home near Los Angeles, California. After accepting a ride from a seemingly gentle and kind older man, Mary soon found herself in a situation so horrific, that it’s beyond what we could ever imagine. Even in the darkest and most twisted of our nightmares. Join Gage as he tells us the incredible story of how a 15 year old girl not only survived the unimaginable, but also went on to permanently reform California law. SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: How Mary Vincent Survived Lawrence Singleton’s Attack : All interview audio was sampled from YouTube Link “I Survived” Episode:

2025-01-16•56mins
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Episode 02: Death By Witch's Curse? The Bizarre Story Of Christopher Case

This week on The Dark Corners, Gage tells us the story of Christopher Case. A man who was allegedly tormented to death by supernatural forces in 1991 after a mysterious woman claimed she laid a curse on him. This is one of those stories where you may want the company of a night light afterwards! SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: Seattle Times “Heart Failure Killed Man Who Feared Curse” : “The Last Days of Christopher Case” :

2025-01-09•45mins
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Episode 01: Teenage Sadist Joe Clark AKA "The Baraboo Bonebreaker"

Welcome to the very first episode of The Dark Corners! After 14 year old Chris Steiner disappeared from his Baraboo home on July 4th, 1994, a week long search ended with the heartbreaking discovery of his body. His death was ruled as an accident until roughly 1 year later when another teen in the same area went missing under similar circumstances. Join Gage as he tells us the incredibly gut wrenching story of how one child survived the unthinkable and bought justice to a family in need of answers. This one is something else you guys SHOW NOTES Credits For Music Samples: Music used : " THE PIANIST " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" SUBSCRIBE us on YOUTUBE: The Twisted Tale of Joe Clark “The Baraboo BoneBreaker”

2025-01-02•53mins