Dark Finds Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Gary Colton
Podcast Overview
<p>Some stories just hit different. Welcome to The Dark Finds Podcast, hosted by writer, true crime creator, and psychology enthusiast <strong>Gary Colton</strong>. Each episode takes you deep into the world of those who’ve lived through — or created — something extraordinary. From fighters, musicians, and war veterans to cult survivors, ex-cons, psychologists, and entrepreneurs, we explore the lives of people who exist on the edge of the norm. Through honest, often raw conversations, we uncover their journeys, insights, struggles, and what drives them.</p><p>At its core, Dark Finds is fueled by one obsession: understanding human behavior in all its forms.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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June 2, 2026
Jimmy Sweeney - The King of Bare Knuckle Fighting | Jimmy Sweeney
<p>My guest today is Jimmy Sweeney who is widely regarded as one of the greatest bare-knuckle fighters of the modern era. Throughout his career, he's won multiple world titles, fought some of the toughest men in combat sports, and helped transform bare-knuckle boxing from a niche pursuit into a global phenomenon.</p><br><p>But behind the titles and highlight reels lies a world most fans never see. The brutal reality of weight cuts. The mental battles that take place long before the first punch is thrown. The sacrifices required to keep stepping into a ring when your body is telling you otherwise.</p><br><p>In this conversation, Jimmy takes us inside that world. We discuss his journey from amateur boxing to becoming a bare-knuckle legend, the evolution of the sport, the psychology of fighting, contract disputes, career highs and lows, and some of the wildest stories from a life spent chasing competition.</p><br><p>Links</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jimmybkbking/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jimmy's IG</a></li><li><a href="https://studio.youtube.com/@DarkFindsExplained" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dark Finds: Explained YouTube Channel (SUBSCRIBE)</a></li><li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4b8eSCcY902FMfgvaydFzy?si=e2a1a77480d64a43" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HOW IT FALLS APART | Audio Experience</a> 🧨</li><li><a href="https://www.patreon.com/darkfindspodcast/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> 🙌🏼</li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dark.finds/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dark Finds IG</a> 💀</li></ul><p> </p><br><p><strong>keywords</strong></p><p>Bare Knuckle Boxing, Jimmy Sweeney, Weight Cutting, Mental Preparation, Fight Stories, MMA, BKFC, Irish Fighter, Combat Sports, Warrior Mindset</p><br><p><strong>key topics</strong></p><p>Weight cutting techniques and challenges</p><p>Mental preparation and psychological resilience</p><p>Evolution and history of bare-knuckle boxing</p><br><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 The Weight of Competition</p><p>02:56 The Dark Arts of Weight Cutting</p><p>05:53 The Mental Toll of Extra Rounds</p><p>09:00 Friendship Forged in Battle</p><p>11:46 The Evolution of Bare Knuckle Boxing</p><p>14:29 The Transition from BKB to BKFC</p><p>27:54 Navigating Contract Negotiations</p><p>30:32 Transitioning to BKFC: A New Chapter</p><p>31:59 Embracing a New Weight Division</p><p>35:36 Facing Reach Disadvantages in the Ring</p><p>39:52 Mental Preparation for Bare-Knuckle Fighting</p><p>45:05 A Wild Pre-Fight Story</p><p>50:14 The Legacy of a Bare-Knuckle Fighter</p><br><p><strong>Resources</strong></p><p>Jimmy Sweeney Facebook - https://facebook.com/jimmy.sweeney</p><p>Jimmy Sweeney Instagram - https://instagram.com/jimmy.sweeney</p><p>BKFC Official Website - https://www.bareknuckle.tv</p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 21, 2026
Ron Meyer & Mark Reeder - The Paranormal Puzzle: UFOs, Portals, Bigfoot, & Serial Killers
<p>Tonight, we’re stepping into a world where science, mystery, and the unexplained begin to blur together.</p><br><p>For decades, strange reports have surfaced from every corner of the world. Encounters with unidentified objects in the sky. Stories of portals and missing time. Sightings of creatures that shouldn’t exist. Most dismiss these accounts outright. Others dedicate their entire lives to trying to understand them.</p><p>Joining me today are Ron Meyer and Mark Reeder.</p><br><p>Ron is the producer behind Becoming Evil, one of the most streamed documentary series on serial killers, but his work stretches far beyond human darkness. He’s also a published scientist whose research has crossed into behavioral cybernetics and paleontology, while more recently exploring some of the strangest reported phenomena on Earth.</p><br><p>Mark Reeder has spent years investigating high strangeness, from UFO encounters and unexplained entities to the mysteries surrounding places linked with reports of portals, magnetic anomalies, and experiences that challenge conventional ideas of reality.</p><br><p>Together, they were involved in The Mysteries of Bradshaw Ranch: Aliens, Portals, and the Paranormal, where production itself reportedly became part of the story.</p><p>In this conversation, we explore whether high strangeness changes a person’s worldview… why mystery may be essential for human progress… theories surrounding UFOs and non-human intelligence… consciousness, collective memory, AI, mystical experiences, and what happens when lifelong skeptics encounter something they struggle to explain.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><ul><li><br></li><li><a href="https://studio.youtube.com/@DarkFindsExplained" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dark Finds: Explained YouTube Channel (SUBSCRIBE)</a></li><li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4b8eSCcY902FMfgvaydFzy?si=e2a1a77480d64a43" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HOW IT FALLS APART | Audio Experience</a> 🧨</li><li><a href="https://www.patreon.com/darkfindspodcast/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> 🙌🏼</li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dark.finds/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dark Finds IG</a> 💀</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Keywords </strong></p><p>paranormal, UFO, Bigfoot, high strangeness, consciousness, mystery, skinwalker ranch, portals, AI, mysticism</p><br><p><strong>Guest links </strong></p><p>Facebook - https://facebook.com/RonMeyer </p><p>Website - https://example.com/ronmeyer </p><p>Twitter - https://twitter.com/MarkReeder </p><p>Website - https://example.com/markreeder</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 5, 2026
Cameron CC - Formula 1 and the Fight for Authenticity
<p>Today’s episode takes a slight turn from the usual, but in a way that still taps into something I find just as fascinating: obsession, identity, and the pursuit of greatness at the highest level. Because when you strip Formula 1 down to its core, it’s not just about racing. It’s about precision, pressure, ego, innovation… and the fine margins between life and death.</p><br><p>To get into all of this, I’m joined today by Cameron C.C., a YouTuber who has built a loyal following through his deep, thoughtful analysis of the sport. From the mythos of drivers like Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher, to the dominance of modern teams and the impact of regulation changes, Cameron brings a perspective that cuts through the surface-level noise. We also get into the idea of authenticity, not just in sport, but in content creation, what it means to stay real in an environment driven by algorithms, narratives, and mass appeal. If you’re a fan of Formula 1, or even just curious about what drives people to obsess over something at this level, I think you’ll really enjoy this one.</p><br><p><strong>Links</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Cameron-Cc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cameron's YT Channel</a></li><li><a href="https://studio.youtube.com/@DarkFindsExplained" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dark Finds: Explained YouTube Channel (SUBSCRIBE)</a></li><li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4b8eSCcY902FMfgvaydFzy?si=e2a1a77480d64a43" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HOW IT FALLS APART | Audio Experience</a> 🧨</li><li><a href="https://www.patreon.com/darkfindspodcast/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> 🙌🏼</li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dark.finds/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dark Finds IG</a> 💀</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Cameron C.C. and F1 Passion</p><p>02:56 The Evolution of F1 and Its Identity Crisis</p><p>05:57 Authenticity in Sports and Media</p><p>08:45 The Impact of Drive to Survive on F1's Popularity</p><p>12:04 Regulation Changes and the Future of F1</p><p>15:01 The Role of Innovation in F1</p><p>17:52 The Current F1 Season and Red Bull's Dominance</p><p>34:39 The Thrill of Racing and Team Dynamics</p><p>41:24 Emerging Talents: Kimi Antonelli's Rise</p><p>46:17 The Legend of Ayrton Senna</p><p>54:45 Adrian Newey and the Quest for Performance</p><p>59:22 Diversity in Formula 1: The Future of Racing</p><br><p><strong>Keywords</strong></p><p>Formula 1, F1, Cameron C.C., motorsport, racing, regulations, drivers, authenticity, sports analysis</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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<p>Some stories just hit different. Welcome to The Dark Finds Podcast, hosted by writer, true crime creator, and psychology enthusiast <strong>Gary Colton</strong>. Each episode takes you deep into the world of those who’ve lived through — or created — something extraordinary. From fighters, musicians, and war veterans to cult survivors, ex-cons, psychologists, and entrepreneurs, we explore the lives of people who exist on the edge of the norm. Through honest, often raw conversations, we uncover their journeys, insights, struggles, and what drives them.</p><p>At its core, Dark Finds is fueled by one obsession: understanding human behavior in all its forms.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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