The Dark Roast Pod
The Dark Roast Pod
The Dark Roast Pod
Two women, casually drinking copious amounts of coffee while discussing what should be considered dark topics. New episodes every Saturday!
Episode 82: I'll Give You a Really Cute Collar.
We're going all the way back to 1873 when Laura tells the story of Elizabeth Lloyd King. Kim tells you about some swamp things, including the squonk - soon to be your new favorite cryptid.    As always, please rate, review, subscribe, and comment. We're lonely. Talk to us.
Sep 5, 2020
51 min
Episode 81: Spooner Willa
Good day, roastlings! We've returned with cheesecake. This week we tell you about the first woman executed in the US after the Declaration of Independence, Bathsheba Ruggles (Spooner). Next, we discuss the Likho and Vila. Remember, if you're going to search for evil, you need to be prepared with weapons.
Aug 22, 2020
32 min
Surprise Episode #5: Unsolved Mysteries ft. Captain Chauncey
Have you watched the new Unsolved Mysteries? We did and we have thoughts. Also, we're going to be trolling yacht clubs as our new hobby. You're in for a fun bonus episode. Trust us.      Shout out to Re-Solved Mysteries. Check them out if you can't get enough Unsolved Mysteries and want a fresh take on the best show from your childhood.      Please rate, review, and subscribe! You can find us on Instagram, Twitter and FB.
Aug 8, 2020
47 min
Episode 79: It's Basically Like a Jellyfish
Happy weekend, roastlings! Today, Laura tells you the story of Church of the Firstborn (the LaBaron family) and its three (yes, that's right) sub-cults. What. A. Train wreck. Kim talks about the penanggalan and the manananggal - creatures who are just floating heads and organs. The heads twinkle. Oh yeah.     May you be stronger than the coffee you drink.      As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. Slide into our DMs on Instagram, FB, or Twitter. If you like a more direct approach, you an email us at [email protected]
Jul 25, 2020
43 min
Episode 78: Holy Coffee, Batman, We've Returned
We're back! We missed you all. We're going overseas this episode as Laura tells us the tragic story of Pamela Werner and Kim tells us about kitsune and the most notorious of them all -Tamamo No Mae.    As always, please rate, review, and subscribe. You can find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter. You can also email us at [email protected].
Jul 11, 2020
47 min
Episode 77: Baby Chrissy
Happy Saturday, roastlings! We're extra tired, but trying to pretend we're not. You can tell by how often we're saying "like". Sorryyyy. There's a throwback to Episode 11 with Madame Marquise de Brinvillers! We're coming at you with some shortie shorts today. Chrissy the doll (who isn't haunted as far as we know) makes an appearance) as Laura tells us the story of Marianne Bachmeir. Kim tells us about some mythological doggos (Cavall, cadejos, Fenrir, Cerberus).
May 16, 2020
44 min
Episode 76: A Sexcation You'd Never Want
Woof at the technical difficulties we had trying to get this episode out. Strap in as Laura tells us the story of Sada Abe and Kim tells us about the sad preta, hungry ghosts, and some snippets about haunted restaurants.    Want to hear a specific story? Want us to tell YOUR story? Email us at [email protected]. Find us on FB, Instagram, or Twitter as well.
May 9, 2020
44 min
Episode 75: Also, Versace was Murdered.
Lockdown Day: 1298. Unbreak our hearts and listen to this episode. Or any episode. Or all the episodes. Laura tells us the story of Shelia Bellush and (possibly) the worst custody battle you've ever heard of. Kim tells you about the mysterious witch Araida, who may or may not have existed, and the many legends surrounding her.      As always, you can find us on FB, Twitter, and Instagram. You can email us at [email protected].
May 2, 2020
51 min
Episode 74: An Eternal Sleepover
Happy...whatever day of the week it is. We can't keep up anymore. Laura tells the story of Charles Starkweather and Caril Fugate. Later, Kim regales you with the local legend of the Whitmire Ghoul (for real, if we go missing - come look for us). You're in for several wild rides this episode, so grab your coffee, strap in, and let's go!
Apr 25, 2020
58 min
Episode 73: Hello from the Inside
We have a short episode for you this week as we attempt to navigate recording from our separate homes for the first time. Forgive the audio quality. Anyway, Laura tells us about the Blazing Car Murder and Kim tells us why people thought left handed people were evil.    If you'd like to suggest a topic, email us at [email protected]. Find us on FB, Instagram, and Twitter at the Dark Roast Pod. Seriously. We're all stuck inside. Talk to us.
Apr 11, 2020
33 min
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