Do You Dare Enter “THE HOUSE THAT TIME FORGOT?” | Ten #RetroRadio Stories! EP0279 #WeirdDarkness
Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved
Why does Kenneth Case feel compelled to take a lie detector test in 'Guilty'?
Kenneth Case feels compelled to take the lie detector test to prove his innocence. Despite the test results not being admissible in court, he hopes it will help him feel better and clear his name in some way.
What unexpected discovery does Carlson make about the clock in the museum in 'Lucifer'?
Carlson discovers that the clock in the museum, frozen at 9:33 and 48 seconds, starts ticking again and even turns backward, which causes him to realize that the clock might have the ability to manipulate time.
Why does John Harrison agree to participate in a burglary in 'Dark Destiny'?
John Harrison agrees to participate in the burglary because he desperately needs $1,500 for his wife's experimental medical operation. He cannot obtain the money through legitimate means and is coerced by Mike, a criminal acquaintance.
Why does the polygraph test in 'Guilty' indicate that Kenneth Case is guilty, even though he is innocent?
The polygraph test indicates Kenneth Case is guilty because of unconscious guilt. Dr. Knapp explains that unconscious guilt can affect a person's responses, making the machine read guilt even if the person consciously knows they are innocent.
What is the significance of the raincoat in 'The Black Museum'?
The raincoat is significant because it was found partially burned and wrapped around the victim's body, suggesting an attempt to destroy evidence. Despite this, the case against John Agard was eventually overturned due to reasonable doubt, and the raincoat remains an enigmatic piece of evidence in the Black Museum.
Why does the house in 'The House That Time Forgot' have such a strange reputation?
The house on the Virginia coast has a strange reputation because of the mysterious disappearance and presumed death of its original owners, the Holloways, and the accounts of caretakers who felt the house was alive and had a will of its own. Despite these stories, the Jordans purchase the house, only to find themselves living through the same events that led to the Holloways' disappearance.
Why does Dr. Knapp offer to perform another operation on Mr. Stone in 'The Man with English'?
Dr. Knapp offers to perform another operation on Mr. Stone to try to correct the condition where his senses are reversed. She believes that by identifying and connecting the affected nerves, she might be able to reverse the effects of the initial surgery.
Why does Tommy in 'Blood on the Doorstep' hide the drawings under a flagstone at the front door?
Tommy hides the drawings under a flagstone at the front door to protect them from the criminals who are searching for them. He uses his own blood to mark the spot, ensuring he can find them later.
Why does Dr. Rankin in 'The Man with English' feel that he has made a mistake by treating Mr. Stone?
Dr. Rankin feels he has made a mistake by treating Mr. Stone because the operation caused a reversal of his senses, making him see colors backward and feel cold for heat. The doctor realizes this condition has never been reported before and is unsure if it can be reversed.
Why does Joe Harrison feel he cannot escape the consequences of his crimes in 'Dark Destiny'?
Joe Harrison feels he cannot escape the consequences of his crimes because he is morally burdened by the guilt of his actions. Despite initially getting away with the murder, he eventually confesses to the police after his wife dies, realizing that good cannot come from evil.
- A philosophy professor is wrongly accused of a crime.
- He takes a lie detector test which comes back with a guilty verdict.
- The test results are complicated by unconscious guilt and the nature of truth itself.
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