Dark Dark World - A True Crime Podcast

Dark Dark World is a true crime podcast hosted by Jordan Crittenden(with occasional co-hosting from Ed C and JessiKa-Boom). <br />We mostly focus on lesser-known cases, but we also like to take a look at some of the bigger true crime stories that may have slipped through the cracks of current mainstream consciousness. <br />We also do a series of episodes where we discuss popular true crime documentaries, and those episodes are labeled Doc Doc World. <br /><br />DISCLAIMER: You will sometimes hear political views discussed on this podcast. We don't love cops, we feel that the criminal justice system in the United States is mostly a joke, and if these sorts of left-leaning political views upset you, then this probably isn't the true crime podcast for you.

Checking In: Some Thoughts on Uvalde, & Heard vs. Depp - plus an "Unsolved Summer?"

Before discussing some upcoming projects for the show, Dark Dark World host, Jordan Crittenden, shares some thoughts - mostly on the shooting in Uvalde, and the Heard vs. Depp defamation trial. Check out Jessica Winter's article on the defamation trial for The New Yorker magazine: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/cultural-comment/the-depp-heard-verdict-is-chilling Music by Jordan Crittenden To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworldWeb: http://www.darkdarkworld.com Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DDWstore Twitter: @darkworldpod Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!

06-06
11:46

Doc Doc World: Bad Vegan (Netflix 2022)

Jordan is joined by his dear friend and father, Professor Jack Crittenden, to discuss Netflix's totally wacky true crime docuseries, Bad Vegan. Music by Jordan CrittendenCheck out Jack's book, Stalking White Crows, which is briefly discussed in this episode: https://www.amazon.com/Stalking-White-Crows-Evidence-Consciousness/dp/1789042186/ref=sr_1_1?crid=15A47M6VDK2ZU&keywords=stalking+white+crows&qid=1652653334&sprefix=stalking+white%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-1 To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworldWeb: http://www.darkdarkworld.com Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DDWstore Twitter: @darkworldpod Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!

05-16
01:45:04

Episode 32: The Murder of Ricky Cowles Jr.

When a young man is found shot and beaten in the bedroom of his apartment, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department struggle to identify a motive or suspects. Written and read by Jordan Crittenden Music by Jordan Crittenden, Doug Maxwell, Anno Domini BeatsSources consulted: - Los Angeles Daily News. "Lancaster woman convicted in 1997 slaying of boyfriend." 2007. - People vs Preasmyer: Court of Appeals of California, Second District, Division Three. Filed April 28, 2010. https://www.leagle.com/decision/incaco20100428026 - Dateline (NBC): Season 19, Episode 12, "Mean Girls." 2017. To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworldWeb: http://www.darkdarkworld.com Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DDWstore Twitter: @darkworldpod Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!

04-23
01:20:53

(YouTube vlog rip): "Relax, Cops! Fentanyl Isn't as Strong as You Think | a PSA from Dark Dark World"

Some of you have asked for podcast versions of the YouTube vlogs, and you've been heard! Here ya go... Jordan discusses the recent case of Troy Nokes, a NJ man charged with the manslaughter of his 12 year old nephew. The case serves as a springboard for Jordan to launch into a PSA regarding the misinformation surrounding the fentanyl epidemic. Music by Bruno E. John Oliver's Last Week Tonight episode: https://youtu.be/RMpCGD7b_H4 People's article on Troy Nokes: https://people.com/crime/new-jersey-man-arrested-nephew-12-dies-fentanyl-overdose-cleaning-drug-paraphernalia/ To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworldWeb: http://www.darkdarkworld.com Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DDWstore Twitter: @darkworldpod Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com

04-01
14:15

The OnlyFans Stalker of Somersworth, NH | plus a message from Jordan

Dark Dark World host, Jordan Crittenden, discusses the disturbing story of Mauricio Damian-Guerrero, the young man who recently stalked an OnlyFans model from inside her mother's home. Written & read by Jordan Crittenden Music by Jordan Crittenden, Doug Maxwell, Asher FuleroTo support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworldWeb: http://www.darkdarkworld.com Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DDWstore Twitter: @darkworldpod Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!

03-19
24:32

Leslie Van Houten Denied Parole...Again!?

Jordan discusses the utter madness in former Manson Family member Leslie Van Houten's ongoing fight for parole. Check out Jordan and Ed's previous episode on Charles Manson and The Family: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7aVFcRHlocDAVbACnvPMRd?si=q9gmspjMSqqkqZlq4YULfA To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworldWeb: http://www.darkdarkworld.com Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DDWstore Twitter: @darkworldpod Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!

02-17
25:43

Laura Brand is Back! Another Interview with The Siren of San Quentin

Toolbox Killers expert, Laura Brand, returns to Dark Dark World! Jordan asks Laura about the making of her documentary, The Toolbox Killer, before answering some listener questions and looking ahead to Laura's upcoming projects. Follow Laura Brand on Instagram: @siren_of_san_quentin Music by Jordan Crittenden To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworldWeb: http://www.darkdarkworld.com Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DDWstore Twitter: @darkworldpod Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!

01-25
41:38

Episode 31: Nags Head Tom (Murder on the Outer Banks)

When a young woman is raped and murdered on the beaches of the Outer Banks of the Carolinas, the list of potential suspects is vast. And with Hurricane Emily bearing down on the coast, investigators must act quickly to solve the case. Written and read by Jordan Crittenden Music by Jordan Crittenden, Doug Maxwell, Godmode, The Whole Other, pATCHES Artwork by cinnameana.art@gmail.com (email for commissions) Sources consulted: - Rebecca Reisner. Janet Siclari's Surfside Homicide. 2019. - Forensic Files (FilmRise): "A Cinderella Story." 2007. - State v Berry: Court of Appeals of North Carolina - State of North Carolina v Thomas Jabin Berry. 2001, May, 01. - Murder Next Door (Investigation Discovery): "Murder in Paradise." 2013. To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworldWeb: http://www.darkdarkworld.com Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DDWstore Twitter: @darkworldpod Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!

01-14
53:11

KILLER SANTA - Our 2021 Holiday Special!

Happy Holidays, Listeners! Today Jordan tells the story of Killer Santa - one of the most horrific true crime Christmas tales of all time. Later, Ed C. joins Jordan to discuss the case and to wish all of the listeners a joyous Holiday Season!*Written and read by Jordan Crittenden*Music by Parenthetical Girls, Jordan Crittenden, Doug Maxwell, Anno Domini Beats, Steve Adams, An Jone*To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com *Thank you for listening!

12-24
55:38

(Part 2 of 2) Doc Doc World - Sophie: A Murder in West Cork (Netflix, 2021)

In this final part of the latest installment of Doc Doc World, Jordan finishes John Dower's 2021 true crime docuseries, Sophie: A Murder in West Cork. The Netflix series covers the investigation into the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier, a French film and TV producer who was killed in 1996 while vacationing at her holiday cottage in West Cork, Ireland. In this second of two parts, Jordan covers Episode 3 of the docuseries. *Music by Jordan Crittenden and Quincas Moreira*Watch Sophie: A Murder in West Cork on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81094755 *To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com*Twitter: @darkworldpod*Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast*Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com*Thank you for listening!

11-16
55:18

Our Three-Year Anniversary Special!

Celebrating three years of Dark Dark World, Jordy and Ed C come together for a night of fun! They talk some Seinfeld, answer some listener questions, and debut a new line of merch courtesy of Cinna! Then, in the spirit of Halloween, the Good-Time Buddies break down some of their favorite spooky songs!*Art & Merch Design: https://twitter.com/cinnameana*To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com*YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPYh_H_A9-TALddwcM7OXdA *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com *Thank you for listening!

10-31
01:08:27

(Part 1 of 2) Doc Doc World - Sophie: A Murder in West Cork (Netflix, 2021)

In the latest installment of Doc Doc World, Jordan tackles John Dower's 2021 true crime docuseries, Sophie: A Murder in West Cork. The Netflix series covers the investigation into the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier, a French film and TV producer who was killed in 1996 while vacationing at her isolated holiday cottage in West Cork, Ireland. In this first of two parts, Jordan covers Episodes 1 & 2 of the docuseries. *Watch Sophie: A Murder in West Cork on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81094755 *To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com *Thank you for listening!

10-29
01:41:31

Episode 30: The Skull at Linden Lake

In the summer of 1996, while out fishing at Linden Lake near Hamilton, OH, two boys make a gruesome discovery...Written and read by Jordan CrittendenMusic by Jordan Crittenden, Doug Maxwell, Asher Fulero, Kwon, Vans in JapanSources: - Lee Lofland - The Graveyard Shift blog. https://leelofland.com/tag/tina-mott/- Forensic Files (FilmRise): "Skin of Her Teeth" (2001).- Murderpedia: "Tim Bradford"To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworldWeb: http://www.darkdarkworld.com Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DDWstore Twitter: @darkworldpod Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening!

10-02
44:12

The End-of-Summer Q&A!

At long last, the Q&A episode has arrived! Jordy and Ed C answer all of your questions, including some real humdingers from the Patrons! The Good-Time Buddies deliver some humor, some grossness, some austerity, and, of course, a half-baked hot-take from Jordy. *Art: https://twitter.com/cinnameana*To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com*YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPYh_H_A9-TALddwcM7OXdA *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com *Thank you for listening!

09-07
01:28:17

DDW Scheduling Update | plus GG Allin: a bonus episode from DEEP in the Vault!

Jordan delivers an update/apology about the schedule for the Dark Dark World feed before unlocking the Vault and pulling out a long forgotten episode from the earliest days of the show: GG Allin, The Murder Junkie. The Murder Junkie: Dark Dark World host, Jordan Crittenden, is joined by his dear friend, Ed C, to discuss the horror and depravity of shock-rocker, GG Allin.*Music by Jordan Crittenden, Bruno E *To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com

08-29
01:02:26

Episode 29: Tyler Hadley

In this special "hybrid" episode, Jordan tells the story of teenage murderer, Tyler Hadley. Then Ed C joins Jordy for a deeper discussion about the case. *Written and read by Jordan Crittenden*Music by Jordan Crittenden, Doug Maxwell, Anno Domini Beats, Amulets, TrackTribe*Sources: - Rolling Stone: "Tyler Hadley's Killer Party" by Nathaniel Rich (2013). https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/tyler-hadleys-killer-party-54270/ - Crimes of Passion: "Tyler Hadley Part 1: Blake and Mary Jo." Lanie Hobbs, Parcast (2019). https://open.spotify.com/episode/0TC6yunVCPyz1YscwwQp8E?si=xQQJ_L_7Rm2cAXVv1pOBQw&dl_branch=1 - A Thousand Fireflies by Ryan Hadley & Dan Yearick (2015). https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-thousand-fireflies-ryan-hadley/1122433487 - Coffeehouse Crime: "The House Party Killer" (2021). https://youtu.be/xm1tGpkaYZo*To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com *Thank you for listening!

07-29
02:03:14

Doc Doc World: Murder on a Sunday Morning (2001)

In the latest installment of Doc Doc World, Jordy and Ed C come together for an in-depth discussion about the 2001 true crime documentary, Murder on a Sunday Morning. The Good-Time Buddies happily discuss the Oscar-winning film, which was directed by one of their favorites, Jean-Xavier de Lestrade (The Staircase). *Watch Murder on a Sunday Morning on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e6bVI58Vk8g*To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com *Thank you for listening!

07-04
01:58:05

Episode 28: The Manderach Murders

In September of 1995, a Pennsylvania man contacts law enforcement after his wife and 19-month-old daughter haven't returned from an afternoon shopping trip. *Written and read by Jordan Crittenden *Music by Jordan Crittenden, Doug Maxwell, Godmode, Anno Domini Beats *Sources:- TruTv Journal: "Vampire Killers: You Have a Friend in Pennsylvania" by Katherine Ramsland (2007).- Forensic Files (FilmRise): "Shopping Spree" (2001).- Twisted Philly: Episode 10: "It's Just Not Fairley" (2017). https://twistedphilly.com/2016/10/13/episode-10-part-1-its-just-not-fairley/- Murderpedia: "Caleb Fairley" - Wikipedia: "Caleb Fairley"ATTENTION: Our next episode of Doc Doc World will cover the 2001 film, Murder on a Sunday Morning. To prepare for that episode, you can watch the film on Amazon Prime, or watch for free on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/e6bVI58Vk8g*To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com *Thank you for listening!

06-14
01:05:08

Doc Doc World: Why Did You Kill Me? (Netflix, 2021)

**This episode CONTAINS SPOILERS for Netflix's true crime documentary, Why Did You Kill Me?** On this installment of Doc Doc World, Jordy and JessiKa-Boom discuss Netflix's new true crime documentary, Why Did You Kill Me? Buoyed by audio clips taken directly from the film, the pair break down the major plot points from the story, before weighing in with their own thoughts on the documentary and the case it presents. *Watch the trailer for Why Did You Kill Me? https://youtu.be/QEXV8Rif8Vc*Music: Jordan Crittenden and Anno Domini Beats*To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com *Thank you for listening!

05-21
01:08:54

Episode 27: The Murder of Hannah Hill (Part 2 of 2)

The conclusion to our story on the murder of Hannah Hill.We pick up where we left off with the trial of Denny Ross and we examine another gruesome crime with a chilling connection to the murder of Hannah Hill. *Written and read by Jordan Crittenden*Sources:- Akron Beacon Journal: Articles by Phil Trexler, Ed Meyer, Keith McKnight (1999 - 2013)- American Justice: Who Killed Hannah Hill? (A&E 2003)- Convicted of a Rape While Out on Bail for a Murder Case. Zahruja J. https://medium.com/chameleon/convicted-of-a-rape-while-out-on-bail-for-a-murder-case-342836907bc2- Murderpedia, Wikipedia, Hannah Hill Memorial Facebook Page*Music: Jordan Crittenden, Doug Maxwell, TrackTribe, Anno Domini Beats, Amulets*To support Dark Dark World: http://www.patreon.com/darkdarkworld*Web: http://www.darkdarkworld.com *Twitter: @darkworldpod *Instagram: @darkdarkworldpodcast *Email: darkworldpod@gmail.com *Thank you for listening!

05-06
45:05

Joshua Rangel

lol, the dog was not very forth coming 🤣

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Megan

Effing Jerry Brown. No one should have gotten parole. If the young women and the teenage girls got actual sentences for soliciting this crime and planning this crime, then the man who took a claw hammer to someone should also be rotting in prison still. And the deal the one bitch got is a joke.

04-24 Reply

Megan

So disappointed to learn that Fentanyl may not be as lethal as I have been led to believe.

04-01 Reply

Megan

she can stay right where she is. she is living a quality life in prison where she is allegedly doing a lot of good. the "real world" was not the place for her, her only chance to be a good person is in prison. remorse is easy to fake. learning what parole boards want to hear, and then saying it, can be learned. plenty of the Manson family did not kill, but for this particular series of crimes charlie handpicked the people he knew were capable. I realize far worse people get paroled. just because the state is complicit in those grievous injustices does not mean that any of the Manson family members involved in this series of heinous crimes ought to be paroled. she is a model prisoner BECAUSE SHE IS IN PRISON. She only did these marvelousthings BECAUSE SHE IS IN PRISON. I cannot take this guy's ageism against the murder victims. He is basically saying "they were old anyway". And "because there has been a lot of violence since, these crimes shouldn't be that big of a deal"? wtf

02-17 Reply

PathD

5 STAR PODCAST EVERYONE! Hi team! I just had to share that I participated in the last 2 Doc Doc World episodes for the first time. I skipped over the older ones because my brain didn't grasp the concept! duuh! These were awesome to do! DOCumentary first then discussing it is a fantastic idea and I felt like I was not all alone watching them! I really looked forward to hearing your comments on the podcast! Your selections are excellent and discussions are too! Yay I get it! I am going back to past episodes now to catch up! Please don't do staircase! That creep does not deserve one second of anyone's time! HE would love the attention that he does NOT deserve! I would follow a miniseries, just not that one, ew! As always you outdid yourselves on these episodes as you do on every single one I have listened to! This podcast is always AWESOME! Stay well! Peace!

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