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Darker Tales

Darker Tales

By: Jared Alexander
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 Welcome to Darker Tales where we look at stories that appeal to the grim horror of humanity. From shipwrecks to cults, its time to face the morbid reality. Script, production, music and voice over by Jared Alexander.Jared Alexander Social Sciences
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  • Episode 2: The Axe Man of Old Villisca

    Episode 2: The Axe Man of Old Villisca
    May 7 2023

    Today we look at the case of the axe murders of Villisca, Iowa. The Villisca Axe Murders is a tragic and chilling true crime story that took place in the small town of Villisca, Iowa in 1912. On June 10th of that year, eight people, including six children, were brutally murdered in their beds with an axe. The killer was never identified and the case remains unsolved to this day. In this video, we delve into the details of the Villisca Axe Murders and explore the various theories that have been proposed over the years. We examine the evidence, including the crime scene photos and witness testimonies, to try and piece together what really happened that fateful night. Music, Production, Script and voice over by Jared Alexander Johnson.
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    6 mins
  • Welcome to Darker Tales

    Welcome to Darker Tales
    Apr 29 2023
    From ship wrecks to cults, I'll be your guide.
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    1 min
  • Episode 1: The Sinking of the Whale Ship Essex

    Episode 1: The Sinking of the Whale Ship Essex
    Apr 28 2023

    Welcome to Darker Tales where we look at stories that appeal to the grim horror of humanity. From shipwrecks to cults, its time to face the morbid reality. In this video we look at the sinking of the whale ship Essex which served as the inspiration for Moby Dick. This video deals with topics of cannibalism and death. Listener discretion is advised.


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    6 mins
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