If you loved
Dark History
Audioboom Studios · Podcast · 2026
What hooked you in Dark History is the way it unearths the hidden, systemic corruption lurking beneath the surface of our collective memory.
Books on the same thread
The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story
Nikole Hannah-Jones, The New York Times Magazine · Book · 2022
Explores: Race in America, Slavery, Historical Revisionism.
Just as Dark History challenges the sanitized versions of the past, this work forces a confrontation with the uncomfortable, systemic realities that shaped the American narrative from its inception.
Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI
David Grann · Book · 2018
Shares a thread with Dark History: True Crime.
Fans of Dark History will appreciate how this investigation exposes the intersection of institutional greed and racial injustice, mirroring the podcast's focus on long-ignored, systemic institutional corruption.
The Secret History
Donna Tartt · Book · 1993
Explores: Secrets, Guilt, Moral Ambiguity.
If you enjoy the unsettling revelations in Dark History, you will be drawn to this story of elite moral decay and the dark secrets hidden within a seemingly perfect social circle.
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder
Holly Jackson · Book · 2021
Explores: Cold case investigation, Obsessive research, Secrets and lies.
This narrative captures the same obsessive, research-driven spirit found in Dark History, proving that digging into the past often reveals dangerous secrets that others would prefer to keep buried.
Films on the same thread
Killers of the Flower Moon
Film · 2023
Shares a thread with Dark History: True Crime.
This film echoes the investigative rigor of Dark History, highlighting how systemic racism and exploitation were used to build wealth while systematically dismantling the lives of the Osage people.
Darkest Hour
Joe Wright · Film · 2017
Explores: World War II, Leadership, Moral Dilemma.
Like the intense historical deep-dives in Dark History, this film centers on the high-stakes political pressure and moral dilemmas that occur when leaders operate in the shadows of crisis.
The Act of Killing
Joshua Oppenheimer · Film · 2012
Explores: Banality of evil, Historical trauma, Perpetrator psychology.
This documentary shares the revisionist DNA of Dark History by forcing viewers to confront the banality of evil and the ways perpetrators justify their atrocities through performative historical narratives.
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
Joe Berlinger · Film · 2019
Explores: Gaslighting, Denial, Manipulation.
This film mirrors the focus of Dark History on the psychology of manipulation, showing how even the most monstrous figures can hide behind a facade of normalcy for years.
Series on the same thread
Horrible Histories
Terry Deary · Series · 2009
Explores: Satire, Parody, Historical Accuracy (Loosely).
While more comedic, this series shares the mission of Dark History to expose the gruesome, unconventional, and often overlooked moments that traditional textbooks conveniently choose to leave out.
Drunk History
Derek Waters · Series · 2013
Explores: Drunken Storytelling, Historical Parody, Celebrity Cameos.
You will recognize the same spirit of unconventional storytelling found in Dark History, as this show uses humor to peel back the layers of our often absurd and hidden past.
Dark Side of the Ring
Jason Eisener · Series · 2019
Explores: Tragedy, Controversy, Behind-the-Scenes.
This series captures the investigative intensity of Dark History by venturing behind the curtain of a public industry to expose the tragic scandals and corruption hidden from fans.
I'll Be Gone in the Dark
Liz Garbus · Series · 2020
Explores: Citizen Detective, Obsessive Investigation, Cold Case.
Much like the obsessive research showcased in Dark History, this series chronicles a tireless quest for justice, proving that the truth is worth pursuing even when it remains cold.
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Common questions
Who is the host of the Dark History podcast?
The Dark History podcast is hosted by Bailey Sarian. She is well known for her success with her Murder, Mystery & Makeup series and brings her true crime expertise to this award-winning show that explores untold historical stories.
What kind of topics does Dark History cover?
Dark History covers untold stories from the past that were not included in school curricula. The series examines a wide range of subjects, including the actions of psycho dictators and the details behind various shocking corporate scandals.
Is Dark History considered a factual podcast?
Dark History is an award-winning series that focuses on historical research. Bailey Sarian uses the podcast to prove that history does not have to be boring by delving into factual accounts of events and figures that are often overlooked.
What is the background of the creator of Dark History?
Bailey Sarian created Dark History after achieving massive success with her online series Murder, Mystery & Makeup. She transitioned her experience in true crime storytelling into this podcast to uncover and share lesser-known historical narratives with her audience.