Dark City

By: Dark City Productions
  • Summary

  • If the streets could talk. We’ve got the stories they would tell. Join us for a tour of the hidden, dark history of world-famous cities - scandal, true crime, paranormal encounters, and more. We dive deep into the research and serve up what we find with dark humor. No tourist fluff, no sanitized versions. Just the real, wild, and sometimes terrifying truths that will surprise even the locals.


    Season 1: Los Angeles is now streaming. Hit follow or subscribe and you will never miss an episode! Follow us for episode photos and more @darkcitypod on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Threads, or check out our website at www.darkcitypodcast.com. Feedback or listener tales you would like to share? Drop us a note at info@darkcitypodcast.com! We would love to hear from you.

    Genres: True Crime, History, Paranormal, Travel, Culture




    © 2025 Dark City
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Episodes
  • Ep 28 FIRE: Everyone in LA Knows Someone Who Lost Everything | Los Angeles, CA
    Jan 14 2025

    Los Angeles is burning, and the impact is personal. In this episode, we delve into the current status of the devastating fires, discuss the factors that made them so catastrophic, and explore what they mean for the city's future.

    Linked Resources/How to Help:
    California Wildfires: Palisades and Eaton Fires (AP)
    L.A. Wildfires: Help and Resources List (KCRW)
    Mental Health Support for Fire Victims (LAist)
    How to Help L.A. Fire Victims (LAist)
    Wildfire Awareness Post on Instagram (PBS SoCal)

    Linked Sources Referenced:
    Palisades Fire Wednesday Live Updates (KTLA)
    Wildfire Destroys Historic Home, Structures at Southern California State Parks (KTLA)
    Southern California Wildfire History (LAist)
    California Fires: Possible Causes (AP)
    California Fires: Victims and Aftermath (NYT)
    Weather Factors in L.A.’s Fires (LA Times)
    L.A. Fire Live Updates (LA Times)
    Santa Ana Winds and Wildfires (NPR)
    Federal Aid Amid Fires (LA Times)
    Maps and Visuals of L.A. Wildfires (CNN)
    Why L.A. Struggled With Modern Fires (NPR)
    History of Wildfires in Los Angeles (Wildfire LA)
    Fire Spike in L.A. (NBC Los Angeles)
    Bunny Museum Rebuild After Fire (LA Times)
    Power Lines and Fire Causes (LA Times)

    👏 Special thanks to our talented partners:
    Paolo Sbrighi for Musical Composition (instagram.com/paulosbrighi/)
    Mario Cintra for Logo Design (instagram.com/alacarala/)


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    21 mins
  • Ep 27 MURDER: The Black Dahlia Beyond the Headlines - Featuring Steve Hodel Pt 3 | Los Angeles, CA
    Dec 31 2024

    We conclude the tragic story of Elizabeth Short's 1947 murder with former LAPD homicide detective and New York Times bestselling author Steve Hodel. We delve into the moment Steve began to suspect his own father, Dr. George Hodel, was a central figure in the murder of Elizabeth Short, and subsequently the evidence he uncovered to substantiate that George was Elizabeth’s murderer. Throughout Steve's investigation, he reveals a complex web of connections linking Dr. Hodel to the art world, the disturbing crime scene, and widespread corruption within the LAPD. You can see the works of art referenced in this episode by clicking on the linked titles below. NOTE: Viewer Discretion Advised - These links contain graphic and upsetting material related to the Black Dahlia case.
    The Lovers by Man Ray
    Minotaur by Man Ray
    Q - Quarrel by Man Ray
    It's Midnight Dr. _____ by William Copley

    Steve Hodel is a New York Times bestselling author. Born and raised in Los Angeles, he spent twenty-four years with the LAPD, where, as a homicide detective, he worked on more than three hundred murder cases and achieved one of the highest “solve rates” on the force. His first book, Black Dahlia Avenger: A Genius for Murder, was a NYT bestseller and was nominated for an MWA Edgar Award in the Best Fact category. Steve’s investigations and nine books, now spanning two decades, have been featured on NBC Dateline, CBS 48 Hours, Court TV, and Bill Kurtis Cold Case Files, CNN Anderson Cooper, and Discovery Channel. In 2019, Steve appeared on The Today Show, as well as Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz, where he and other family members discussed the making of the hit podcast Root of Evil: The True Story of the Hodel Family and the Black Dahlia Murder. This podcast was the companion piece and true story to the Patty Jenkins/Chris Pine fictionalized six-part miniseries I Am the Night (2009). Steve was not consulted, nor did he participate in the fictional version, but he did provide extensive interviews in the Root of Evil podcast. In 2022, Steve moved to Birch Bay, Washington State, and now resides there.

    To read more about Steve’s work, visit his website at stevehodel.com/ and explore his collection of published books at stevehodel.com/books/.

    Follow us for episode photos and more at:
    📷 Instagram: instagram.com/darkcitypod
    🪡 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@darkcitypod
    👤 Facebook: facebook.com/darkcitypod
    🌎 Website: www.darkcitypodcast.com
    ✉️ Email: info@darkcitypodcast.com

    👏 Special thanks to our talented partners:
    Paolo Sbrighi for Musical Composition (instagram.com/paulosbrighi/)
    Mario Cintra for Logo Design (instagram.com/alacarala/)


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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Ep 26 TRUE CRIME & HAUNTINGS: Touring LA's Iconic Locations with James T. Bartlett | Los Angeles, CA
    Dec 19 2024

    Join us for an audio tour of Hollywood and downtown Los Angeles’ most haunted locations and infamous crime scenes with James T. Bartlett, journalist and author of Gourmet Ghosts Volumes 1 & 2. From the lingering spirit of Marilyn Monroe to the poetic capture of a murderer, this journey will give you a new perspective on these iconic locations.

    To read more about James’ work and order Gourmet Ghosts (there are many more locations we could not cover in the episode!), visit his website at gourmetghosts.com and follow him on Instagram at instagram.com/gourmetghosts/.

    A quick list of the locations we cover:
    Grauman’s Chinese Theatre
    Roosevelt Hotel
    Barclay Hotel
    Biltmore Hotel
    Holland Hotel
    The Suicide Triangle (Cecil Hotel, Haywood Hotel, Rosslyn Hotel)

    Follow us for episode photos and more at:
    📷 Instagram: instagram.com/darkcitypod
    🪡 Threads: threads.net/@darkcitypod
    👤 Facebook: facebook.com/darkcitypod
    🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@darkcitypod
    🌎 Website: www.darkcitypodcast.com
    ✉️ Email: info@darkcitypodcast.com

    👏 Special thanks to our talented partners:
    Paolo Sbrighi for Musical Composition (instagram.com/paulosbrighi/)
    Mario Cintra for Logo Design (instagram.com/alacarala/)


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    56 mins

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