Strange Darkness Radio – Episode 79

From the Funeral Home to the Circus… and Beyond

Step into the shadows with Bobby Washington, Carolyn Grey, and Mike Fernandez as they welcome a guest whose life reads like a passage between worlds—Eric Raymond Byron.

In this unforgettable roadshow episode, the conversation moves through spaces most people only whisper about. From the stillness of funeral homes—where the air feels heavy with what was—to the surreal, unpredictable energy of the circus, Eric shares a journey that defies anything close to ordinary.

But the story doesn’t stop there.

Eric opens up about deeply vivid memories of a past life—one rooted in the spirit of a Viking, with recollections so detailed they’ve followed him since childhood. He also reflects on a childhood encounter with the paranormal, a moment that quietly shaped his understanding of reality, death, and everything beyond it.

Throughout the episode, the conversation weaves between experience and interpretation—touching on ancient civilizations, unexplained phenomena, and the possibility that what we’ve been taught about death… may only be a fraction of the truth.

And in true Strange Darkness Radio fashion, not everything goes perfectly smooth. A few unexpected on-air mishaps bring a touch of humanity and humor to an otherwise intense and thought-provoking discussion—reminding us that even when exploring the unknown, we’re still grounded in the moment.

This is more than an interview.

It’s a journey into memory, mystery, and the edges of understanding.

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From the Funeral Home to the Circus and Beyond

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So dim the lights…

Check your mirrors…

And whatever you do…

Don’t skip a step.

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Welcome to Episode 78 of Strange Darkness Radio — where curiosity pulls you in… and sometimes, something pulls back.

In this episode, Bobby Washington, Amy Tydeman, and Mike Fernandez explore the world of ritual games — the kind you’re only supposed to play once… if at all.

In the first half, we step into the eerie origins and rules behind some of the internet’s most infamous supernatural challenges. Mike breaks down the history, folklore, and supposed consequences of:

• Kokkuri-san — Japan’s Ouija-like spirit summoning ritual

• The Elevator Game — a step-by-step path to another dimension

• The Three Kings Game — a psychological endurance ritual that blurs reality

• The Midnight Game — a candlelit nightmare you may not escape

Where did these games come from? Why do people keep playing them? And what happens when the rules… aren’t followed exactly?

Then, in the second half, the atmosphere shifts.

The lights dim…

The tension builds…

Amy leads a chilling round of Choose Your Curse — where there are no winning choices… only consequences. The question isn’t if you suffer… it’s how.

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✨ March Host Spotlight — Amy Tydeman

In this episode, Bobby shines the Spotlight on Amy Tydeman — not just as a co-host, but as a driving force behind the spirit of Strange Darkness Radio.

Amy is more than a voice behind the mic… she is the heart and soul of the show.

A co-host, producer, and true ally, Amy has stood strong through the years — never once wavering, never once giving up on the vision. Her presence brings:

• 🎙️ Voice of Reason

• ⚡ Energy & Dedication

• ❤️ Unshakable Loyalty

Through every dark topic, every late-night recording, every moment where the unknown crept a little too close… Amy has been there — grounded, fearless, and fully committed.

This Spotlight is more than recognition… it’s gratitude.

Thank you, Amy… for everything you do.

Here’s to many more years of Strange Darkness Radio.

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And whatever you do…

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There are companions that walk beside witches… unseen, ancient, and bound by forces we barely understand.

And there are realms that exist just beyond our own… watching, waiting… remembering.

On this chilling Bonus Episode of Strange Darkness Radio, Bobby Washington is joined by returning guest Silverayne as they explore the hidden world of Witch Familiars and the Fae—two of the most mysterious and misunderstood elements of folklore and magical practice.

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In This Episode:

• Witch Familiars – Spirit companions, animal guides, or something far more ancient? Entities believed to assist with magic, offer protection, and act as messengers between worlds

• The historical fear of familiars during the witch trials—and how their true nature may have been misunderstood

• The Fae (Fair Folk) – Powerful, unpredictable beings tied to nature, hidden realms, and ancient laws beyond human comprehension

• The eerie concept of time distortion, where moments in their realm may translate to years in ours

• The possible connection between familiars and the Fae—and whether these forces are more intertwined than we realize

• And the lingering question… are these beings myth—or something still interacting with our world today?

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A Haunting Personal Encounter

Ed DonGilli shares a chilling experience that began with a simple purchase—a crystal from a shop in Salem.

What followed felt anything but ordinary.

He describes coming face-to-face with a woman he believes was a witch… radiating an overwhelming, almost hypnotic energy. A presence so intense it blurred the line between desire and danger—pulling at him in a way that didn’t feel entirely his own.

This wasn’t simple attraction.

It felt like something trying to take hold.

And in that moment, Ed knew—if he gave in, the outcome could have been far worse than he could imagine.

So he resisted.

Because sometimes, the greatest power…

is refusing the darkness when it calls your name.

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This episode contains discussions of paranormal encounters, spiritual entities, and intense personal experiences. Listener discretion is advised.

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If this episode pulled you in… don’t stop there.

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Because in the spaces between worlds…

some things aren’t just stories…

they’re waiting.

Did author Will Camaren experience real time travel? We explore precognition, paranormal encounters, and the mystery of The Window Man.

Welcome to Episode 77 of Strange Darkness Radio.

In this episode, Bobby Washington, Amy Tydeman, and Mike Hernandez sit down with author Will Camaren to discuss his book The Window Man and the extraordinary experiences that inspired it. Camaren claims he has the ability to “traverse time” — describing vivid episodes where he says he has witnessed moments from both the past and the future.

During our conversation, he shares what these experiences feel like, when they first began, and how they shaped his life. We also explore the controversy surrounding his claims that he foresaw the high-profile assassination of Charlie Kirk and wrote about it prior to the event — only for the book to later disappear from online platforms.

Is it precognition?

A psychological phenomenon?

A publishing glitch?

Or something far stranger?

Somewhere inside this episode lies a secret word as part of our ongoing Name Drop Challenge.

🎧 Here’s how it works:

At some point during the episode, a secret word will be spoken. The first listener who hears the word and emails it to us at [email protected] will win the Name Drop Challenge prize.

So listen carefully… because in the world of Strange Darkness Radio, sometimes the smallest whisper unlocks the biggest mystery.

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Some monsters aren’t born in the dark.

They’re uploaded.

In this Bonus Episode of Strange Darkness Radio, Bobby Washington is joined by Ed DonGilli and Kyler Jackson to explore a chilling modern reality:

What happens when the internet stops telling scary stories…

and starts engineering them?

Across Reddit threads, forum challenges, and collaborative storytelling spaces, online communities have quietly transformed fiction into something far more persistent — constructing beings through repetition, reinforcement, and mass participation.

Not through summoning circles.

Not through ancient rituals.

But through attention.

We examine how social platforms function as digital ritual chambers, where fabricated sightings, shared lore, and agreed-upon “rules” allow fictional entities to stabilize inside collective consciousness.

When thousands of people behave as though something exists…

Does it begin to function as though it does?

This episode explores how exposure alone can trigger vivid dreams, sleep paralysis imagery, intrusive thoughts, and the creeping sense of being watched — even when the experiencer knows the source is fictional.

Because the most unsettling possibility isn’t that monsters are real.

It’s that belief itself may be the engine that builds them.

And in an age of endless connectivity…

Manufacture has never been easier.

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Entities Examined in This Episode

THE HAT MAN — Bobby Washington

A shadow figure reported across cultures and decades, often appearing during sleep paralysis. We explore how scattered experiences may have converged into a single recognizable silhouette through online sharing and collective reinforcement.

SLENDER MAN — Benson (standing in for Marlee Grounds)

Born from an online contest and strengthened through fake photographs, fabricated encounters, and collaborative lore. A case study in deliberate myth construction.

ANANSI’S GOATMAN — Kyler Jackson

Originating from a first-person internet post framed as a warning rather than fiction. Known for paranoia-inducing “rules” and group-based fear mechanics.

THE RAKE — Ed DonGilli

An animalistic, humanoid presence developed through early forum storytelling, characterized by silent observation, intrusion, and recurring nightmare imagery.

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Step softly.

Some ideas don’t stay ideas.

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Welcome to Episode 76

What really happens when consciousness leaves the body? In this episode, your hosts Bobby Washington, Amy Tydeman, Carolyn Grey, and Mike Hernandez dive deep into the world of astral projection and out-of-body experiences. They discuss what astral projection is and why it continues to fascinate researchers, skeptics, and experiencers alike.

Next, they listen to interviews on astral projection, including Robert Monroe, founder of the Monroe Institute, exploring his own experiences, laying the foundation for his groundbreaking work on consciousness, altered states, and the idea that awareness may exist beyond the physical body.

Then, things get personal.

We’re joined by Strange Darkness Radio’s bonus show co-host, Kyler Jackson, who shares a firsthand out-of-body experience—what it felt like and what he saw. 

Finally, on Open Line, are submissions by listeners describing their personal experiences with astral projection. 

Whether you’re a skeptic, a seeker, or just a little curious, this episode invites you to sit with the question:

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Strange Darkness Radio Bonus Show | Welcome to 2026

The veil lifts on a new year.

In this special New Year 2026 Bonus Show, we welcome listeners back into the shadows as Strange Darkness Radio closes the chapter on 2025 and steps forward with renewed intention, creativity, and curiosity. The Bonus Show returns as a space for experimentation, deeper dives, and conversations that don’t always fit inside the walls of the main show.

We reflect on personal and collective growth, discuss creative and spiritual resolutions, and set intentions for where Strange Darkness Radio is heading in 2026—while consciously releasing habits, limitations, and energies that no longer serve the journey.

🔮 New Segments Launching in 2026

This episode introduces brand-new segments expanding the Strange Darkness universe:

🏰 Main Topic: The Dark Legend of the Celle Neues Rathaus (Germany)

We travel into the heavy stone and lingering shadows of Germany’s Celle Neues Rathaus, exploring:

🎮 Segment Launch: Dead Pixels

Kyler officially launches Dead Pixels, discussing the upcoming Resident Evil game, the legacy of survival horror, and the parallels between paranormal investigation and interactive horror experiences—where curiosity and fear walk hand in hand.

🔮 Looking Ahead

We close by looking forward into 2026—teasing upcoming topics, reinforcing the Bonus Show as a creative laboratory, and encouraging listeners to remain curious, open-minded, and unafraid to question the unknown.

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Episode 75 –

Strange Darkness Radio officially returns for 2026, welcoming listeners into a new year of growth, collaboration, and deeper exploration of the unknown.

This episode sets the tone for what’s ahead as the team reconnects, discusses New Year’s resolutions, creative goals, and outlines the direction Strange Darkness Radio will take throughout 2026. Mike Fernandez is introduced as the new host of Strange Darkness Radio, and we also welcome Carolyn Grey back to the show—she’s thrilled to be back and has amazing plans for the year ahead.

2026 Segment Lineup

The full 2026 segment lineup is revealed, including:

Mike Fernandez also debuts The Strange World Report, covering paranormal and unexplained news stories and setting the tone for this ongoing segment.

Open Lines

The episode features Open Lines, sharing a listener-submitted story from Gary D, reinforcing listener participation as a core part of the show moving forward.

Into the Field

Throughout the episode, the team talks about getting out into the field for future investigations, mixed with lighthearted banter—including playful discussion about a possible Ouija board session during a hotel stay—giving listeners an authentic glimpse into the chemistry behind the microphones.

A Special Thank You

A heartfelt thank you to Vanessa Scaduto, an amazing host and an incredible person. Please check her out across all her social platforms—she will truly be missed.

Strange Darkness Radio is back—and 2026 is just getting started.

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Episode 74 –

In this episode of Strange Darkness Radio, we open the door to a story that began in a place meant to be sterile, silent, controlled—a laboratory. Mike Fernandez recounts moments when the hum of machines gave way to something far more unsettling: chanting, unexplained sounds, and the unmistakable feeling of being observed by something unseen.

From there, the veil thins even further. Mike shares deeply personal experiences with Ouija boards, family paranormal encounters passed down like whispered warnings, and the kind of moments that linger long after the lights are turned off. These aren’t stories meant to shock—they’re stories that follow you.

This episode also marks an important turning point. We officially welcome Mike Fernandez as the newest host of Strange Darkness Radio. A new voice joins the signal—curious, grounded, and unafraid to step into the unknown.

So listen closely.

In the quiet spaces…

In the pauses between words…

Ask yourself the same question Mike did:

Do you hear that?

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On this Strange Darkness Radio Bonus Show, the crew gathers beneath black wings and curious omens as Ed DonGilli reads Edgar Allan Poe’s The Raven—a chilling moment that sets the tone and opens the door to deeper reflection.

From there, the conversation takes flight into the symbolism of ravens and magpies, exploring what these birds represent across culture, psychology, and personal belief. Ed DonGilli pontificates on whether people should tap into their darker side—or at least stop pretending it doesn’t exist.

Joined by Bobby Washington, Marlee Grounds, and Kyla Jackson, the discussion flows freely between shadow work, creative thought, and behind-the-scenes talk about the show itself. Laughter, curiosity, and honest conversation collide, reminding listeners that darkness doesn’t always come to haunt—it sometimes comes to teach.

This is a true Bonus Show: unscripted, thoughtful, playful, and unapologetically Strange Darkness Radio.

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