What’s Done in the Dark with Tierra™

About What’s Done in the Dark with Tierra™

What’s Done in the Dark is a true crime podcast exploring the cases, secrets, and stories meant to stay hidden. New episodes coming soon.

Publisher

What's Done in the Dark Podcast

Category

true crime

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Mar 2026

Latest episode

29 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

31 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Oct 2026

   Behind Closed Doors: Dominique Dunne — A Hollywood Tragedy

   A young woman with Hollywood dreams. A controlling man who refused to let go. And a Halloween that would change everything. At just 22 years old, Dominique Dunne was making a name for herself in Hollywood after starring in the 1982 horror classic Poltergeist. But on October 30, 1982, Dominique was attacked outside her home by her ex-boyfriend, John Thomas Sweeney. Five days later, she died from her injuries. What followed was a controversial trial, a shocking verdict, and a family’s fight for justice. In this episode of What’s Done in the Dark with Tierra: Behind Closed Doors, we’re discussing Dominique’s life, the abuse that preceded her murder, the events of that October night, and the legal decisions that left her family devastated. We’ll also explore her connection to the so-called Poltergeist curse and why her story remains relevant more than four decades later. CONTENT WARNING: Domestic violence, physical assault, strangulation, and intimate partner homicide. 💚 What’s done in the dark always comes to light. SOURCES & RESEARCH • Dominick Dunne — Justice: A Father’s Account, Vanity Fair (1984) • Los Angeles Times — Dominique Dunne murder and trial coverage • The New York Times — Historical reporting on the case • Turner Classic Movies — Dominique Dunne biography and filmography • American Film Institute — Poltergeist (1982) #DominiqueDunne #BehindClosedDoors #WhatsDoneInTheDark #WDIDPodcast #TrueCrimePodcast #DomesticViolenceAwareness #HollywoodTrueCrime #Poltergeist

2. 

   24 Oct 2026

   Hollywood Horrors: Ramón Novarro — The Murder of a Silent Film Legend

   Before Hollywood had leading men like Cary Grant and Clark Gable, there was Ramón Novarro. A Mexican-born actor who became one of the biggest stars of the silent-film era, Novarro captivated audiences with his talent, charm, and unforgettable performances. But behind the Hollywood spotlight was a much more complicated reality. As a gay man working during an era when his sexuality could threaten everything he had built, Novarro lived much of his personal life away from the public eye. Then, on October 30, 1968, his story took a devastating turn. Just before Halloween, Novarro was brutally murdered inside his Los Angeles home. The crime scene was disturbing, the circumstances were shocking, and the investigation would eventually lead detectives to two brothers whose encounter with the former Hollywood star ended in tragedy. In this episode of What’s Done in the Dark with Tierra: Hollywood Horrors, we’re stepping back into the golden age of Hollywood to explore Ramón Novarro’s extraordinary career, his private struggles, and the events surrounding his final night. From the glamour of silent films to one of Hollywood’s most notorious murder cases, this is a story about fame, secrecy, violence, and a life that deserved a very different ending. Some Hollywood stories never make it to the silver screen. ⚠️ Content Warning: Murder, physical assault, and disturbing crime scene details. 💚 What’s Done in the Dark with Tierra — where the truth always comes to light. 📚 SOURCES & RESEARCH • André Soares — Beyond Paradise: The Life of Ramón Novarro (2002).
https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctt2tvpx2 • John Rechy — A Star Is Killed: Hollywood’s Deadly Secret, Los Angeles Times (August 24, 2003).
https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2003-aug-24-bk-rechy24-story.html • Los Angeles Times — Historical overview of LGBTQ+ representation in Hollywood (June 6, 2024).
https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2024-06-06/hollywood-film-tv-lgbtq-representation-ramon-novarro-will-and-grace-queerest-century • Los Angeles Public Library — Ramon Novarro Murdered at Home, archival photograph and historical record (1968).
https://dp.la/item/f9a89d591a17997c51275538c04ac740 #RamonNovarro #HollywoodHorrors #OldHollywood #TrueCrimePodcast #WhatsDoneInTheDark

3. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Dead of Night: The Haunting of Lake Shawnee Amusement Park

   An abandoned Ferris wheel. Rusting swings. And a history that refuses to stay buried. Hidden in the mountains of West Virginia, Lake Shawnee Amusement Park was once a place filled with laughter, excitement, and childhood memories. Today, its abandoned rides stand as eerie reminders of a much darker past. Long before the amusement park opened, the surrounding land was associated with violence and tragedy. Decades later, fatal accidents at the park would add another haunting chapter to its history. And according to visitors and paranormal investigators, some of those who lost their lives may have never truly left. In this episode of What’s Done in the Dark with Tierra: Dead of Night, we’re uncovering the history of Lake Shawnee, the tragedies that shaped its reputation, and the chilling reports of unexplained activity that continue to surround the abandoned amusement park. Are the spirits of Lake Shawnee still wandering among the rusted rides, or has the park’s tragic history given rise to a legend that refuses to die? Some places close their gates. Others never let go. 💚 What’s Done in the Dark with Tierra — where the truth always comes to light. Content Warning: This episode discusses historical violence and the deaths of children. #LakeShawnee #HauntedAmusementPark #DeadOfNight #ParanormalStories #WhatsDoneInTheDark

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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