Dark History

By: Audioboom Studios
  • Summary

  • Bailey Sarian, known for her massive success with “Murder, Mystery & Makeup,” has taken her true crime expertise to new heights with her podcast Dark History, where she proves history doesn’t have to be boring. This award-winning series, delves into the untold stories of history—from psycho dictators to shocking corporate scandals—that were never covered in school. With its gripping drama, Dark History consistently tops the charts in the history category, solidifying Bailey as a powerhouse in both the true crime and history spaces.
    Audioboom
    Show More Show Less
Episodes
  • 167: Wendy & Britney: Hollywood Hostages? The DH of Conservatorships
    Apr 23 2025
    Hi friends, happy Wednesday!

    I love Wendy Williams. She’s an icon, she’s a legend, and “she is the moment.” From 2008 to 2021 Wendy hosted over 2,000 episodes of her show, got an Emmy nomination for best host, and honestly gave us some of the best memes and clips of all time.

    Then, in 2021, Wendy kind of… Vanished. No one really said what was going on. Just that she was dealing with “health problems.”

    Turns out, Wendy was put under something called… a“conservatorship.”

    Now this was allegedly to help her manage her life and money in this difficult time. But a lot of fans, myself included, were left wondering… who’s really calling the shots here? And is Wendy in trouble?

    It seems like we only hear about conservatorships when it comes to celebrities. But after I did some digging… it turns out, it’s *WAY* more common than we think. So let’s get into it.

    I appreciate you for coming by, and tune in next week for more Dark History.

    I sometimes talk about my Good Reads in the show. So here's the link if you want to check it out. IDK. lol: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/139701263-bailey

    ________

    FOLLOW ME AROUND
    Tik Tok: https://bit.ly/3e3jL9v
    Instagram: http://bit.ly/2nbO4PR
    Facebook: http://bit.ly/2mdZtK6
    Twitter: http://bit.ly/2yT4BLV
    Pinterest: http://bit.ly/2mVpXnY
    Youtube: http://bit.ly/1HGw3Og
    Snapchat: https://bit.ly/3cC0V9d
    Discord: https://discord.gg/BaileySarian*

    RECOMMEND A STORY HERE: cases4bailey@gmail.com
    Business Related Emails: bailey@underscoretalent.com
    Business Related Mail: Bailey Sarian 4400 W. Riverside Dr., Ste 110-300 Burbank, CA 91505

    ________
    Credits:
    This podcast is Executive Produced by:
    Bailey Sarian & Kevin Grosch and Joey Scavuzzo from Made In Network
    Head Writer: Allyson Philobos
    Writer: Katie Burris
    Additional Writing: Alexander Elmore
    Research provided by: Coleen Smith & Alexander Elmore
    Special thank you to our Historical Consultant: Dr. Stacey Wood, Molly Mason Jones Professor of Psychology Scripps College. Author of the forthcoming book “Played: The Psychology of Scams”
    Director: Brian Jaggers
    Additional Editing: Julien Perez & Maria Norris
    Post Supervisor: Kelly Hardin
    Production Management: Ross Woodruff
    Hair: Luca Burnett
    Makeup: Roni Herrera

    ________

    Right now, you can get a 30-day free trial PLUS 25 percent off your annual subscription when you go to https://www.dipseastories.com/darkhistory.

    Start your initial free online visit today at https://www.forhers.com slash/darkhistory for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Individual Results may vary. Compounded products are not FDA-approved or verified for safety, effectiveness, or quality. Prescription required. Price varies based on product and subscription plan. See website for full details, restrictions, and important safety information.

    Calm the chaos of order fulfillment with the shipping software that delivers. Switch to ShipStation today. Go to https://www.shipstation.com and use code DARKHISTORY to sign up for your FREE trial.

    Personal styling for everyone—get started today at https://www.stitchfix.com/darkhistory.

    Show More Show Less
    57 mins
  • 166: The Shocking Sex Scandals Behind This Infamous Dictator
    Apr 16 2025
    Hi friends, happy Wednesday!

    Julius Caesar...military genius, fashion icon, drama queen, and oh yeah—murdered by 60 of his coworkers.

    We've all heard the name before. Maybe you think of togas, Caesar salads (not from him btw), or that phrase "Beware the Ides of March." Whatever that means. But Caesar’s real story? Lemme tell you... way messier than what they told us in school.

    From pirate kidnappings to public sex scandals, and flexing on his enemies to literally dumping a bucket of #2 on a senator’s head— history remembers this man as some regal leader. But he was pure chaos.

    And his murder? Less Shakespearian tragedy and more Game of Thrones energy. So why did Rome turn on their “god”? And did Caesar kind of have it coming? Let’s get into it.

    This is the Dark History of Julius Caesar.

    I appreciate you for coming by, and tune in next week for more Dark History.

    I sometimes talk about my Good Reads in the show. So here's the link if you want to check it out. IDK. lol: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/139701263-bailey

    ________

    FOLLOW ME AROUND
    Tik Tok: https://bit.ly/3e3jL9v
    Instagram: http://bit.ly/2nbO4PR
    Facebook: http://bit.ly/2mdZtK6
    Twitter: http://bit.ly/2yT4BLV
    Pinterest: http://bit.ly/2mVpXnY
    Youtube: http://bit.ly/1HGw3Og
    Snapchat: https://bit.ly/3cC0V9d
    Discord: https://discord.gg/BaileySarian*

    RECOMMEND A STORY HERE: cases4bailey@gmail.com
    Business Related Emails: bailey@underscoretalent.com
    Business Related Mail: Bailey Sarian 4400 W. Riverside Dr., Ste 110-300 Burbank, CA 91505

    ________

    Credits:
    This podcast is Executive Produced by:
    Bailey Sarian & Kevin Grosch and Joey Scavuzzo from Made In Network

    Head Writer: Allyson Philobos

    Writer: Katie Burris

    Additional Writing: Emma Lehman

    Research provided by: Dr. Thomas Messersmith

    Special thank you to our Historical Consultant: Dr. Josiah Osgood, author of “Uncommon Wrath: How Caesar and Cato’s Deadly Rivalry Destroyed the Roman Republic”

    Director: Brian Jaggers

    Additional Editing: Julien Perez & Maria Norris

    Post Supervisor: Kelly Hardin

    Production Management: Ross Woodruff

    Hair: Roni Herrera

    Makeup: Angel Gonzalez
    ________

    Check out SKIMS best intimates including the Fits Everybody Collection and more at https://www.skims.com/darkhistory #skimspartner

    Head to https://www.squarespace.com/darkhistory for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use offer code DARKHISTORY to save 10 percent off your first purchase of a website or domain.

    Personal styling for everyone—get started today at https://www.stitchfix.com/darkhistory.

    Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://www.zocdoc.com/darkhistory to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today.

    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 165: The Psychotic Actor & Assassin Who Killed America’s Favorite President
    Apr 9 2025
    Hi friends, happy Wednesday!

    There are some things from history class that just stick in my brain. Mostly… the murders. I’m sure this isn’t surprising to anyone.

    Like JFK getting shot in his car. Or… Julius Caesar getting stabbed in the back. And, for some reason I always remembered that Abraham Lincoln was shot in a theater.

    I always thought, “wow, way to ruin everyone's night at the theater.” But that's really all I knew.

    But after some searching… I was SHOCKED to learn the real story.

    I appreciate you for coming by, and tune in next week for more Dark History.

    I sometimes talk about my Good Reads in the show. So here's the link if you want to check it out. IDK. lol: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/139701263-bailey

    FOLLOW ME AROUND
    Tik Tok: https://bit.ly/3e3jL9v
    Instagram: http://bit.ly/2nbO4PR
    Facebook: http://bit.ly/2mdZtK6
    Twitter: http://bit.ly/2yT4BLV
    Pinterest: http://bit.ly/2mVpXnY
    Youtube: http://bit.ly/1HGw3Og
    Snapchat: https://bit.ly/3cC0V9d
    Discord: https://discord.gg/BaileySarian*

    RECOMMEND A STORY HERE: cases4bailey@gmail.com Business Related Emails: bailey@underscoretalent.com Business Related Mail: Bailey Sarian 4400 W. Riverside Dr., Ste 110-300 Burbank, CA 91505

    ________

    Credits:
    This podcast is Executive Produced by:
    Bailey Sarian & Kevin Grosch and Joey Scavuzzo from Made In Network

    Head Writer: Allyson Philobos

    Writer: Katie Burris

    Additional Writing: Vicky Castro

    Research provided by: Dr. Thomas Messersmith

    Special thank you to our Historical Consultant: Luke A. Nichter, History

    Professor at Chapman University, and author of “The Year that Broke

    Politics: Collusion and Chaos in the Presidential Election of 1968”

    Director: Brian Jaggers

    Edited by: Julien Perez

    Additional Editing: Maria Norris

    Post Supervisor: Kelly Hardin

    Production Management: Ross Woodruff

    Hair: Luca Burnett

    Makeup: Jill Powell

    ________

    For a limited time only our listeners get 10% off your order with our exclusive link. Just head to https://www.hexclad.com/darkhistory. Make sure to let them know we sent you! Bon Appetit, Let’s Eat with Hexclad’s revolutionary cookware.

    I love Hungryroot. Take advantage of this exclusive offer: For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to https://www.hungryroot.com/darkhistory and use code "darkhistory."

    Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://www.rocketmoney.com/darkhistory today.
    Show More Show Less
    49 mins

What listeners say about Dark History

Average customer ratings
Overall
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    24
  • 4 Stars
    1
  • 3 Stars
    2
  • 2 Stars
    1
  • 1 Stars
    0
Performance
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    25
  • 4 Stars
    2
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    1
Story
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    24
  • 4 Stars
    3
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    1

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Sort by:
Filter by:
  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

love Bailey

love listening to Bailey Sarian, great stories every time. Great details. also murder mysteries and make up

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

bailey ur amazing

loved this as always ur information was spot on thank u so much 💜

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Love it

Very interesting and easy to listen to. Recommend to anyone interested in crime/history that’s a bit quirky

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

engaging, amazing teacher!

I love bailey, she is the only person who could ever teach me history!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely love!!

I could listen to her all day, she is so real and says exactly what we want to say and even things we do. Just like listening to my sister talking all the goss!! LOVE IT!!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    4 out of 5 stars

Fab!

Fabulously entertaining witty and insightful. Always love listening to Bailey sarian. She’s magnetic! Thanks Bailey

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Must listen!

For those who already love Bailey Sarian and for those who don't this podcast is a great easy listen (despite the dark content). Bailey is naturally funny and quirky but presents serious crimes/scandals that have and do go on. The content is well researched with incredible depth and I didnt expect anything less from her.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Bailey got balls.. in a good way!

I, like many others adore Bailey.. I thought this episode was great. Thank you for bringing the truth to light, not just history but even stuff that is current today. You're right though, you need to watch your back with those Nestle cowboys! Bailey sure has balls to expose them to a large audience who follow her.. it just makes me respect her even more!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Bailey Sarien

This gurl is just amazing 👏. she's doing such a service to American history

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

History being SUSPISH

Adore murder,mystery and makeup Monday's so it made sense to follow the one and only Bailey as she steps back in time to tell us the history we didn't get taught! Always interesting and Always entertaining. QUEEN BAILEY 👸

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!