Dark Finds Podcast

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.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.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.LinksJimmy's IGDark Finds: Explained YouTube Channel (SUBSCRIBE)HOW IT FALLS APART | Audio Experience 🧨Patreon 🙌🏼Dark Finds IG 💀 keywordsBare Knuckle Boxing, Jimmy Sweeney, Weight Cutting, Mental Preparation, Fight Stories, MMA, BKFC, Irish Fighter, Combat Sports, Warrior Mindsetkey topicsWeight cutting techniques and challengesMental preparation and psychological resilienceEvolution and history of bare-knuckle boxingChapters00:00 The Weight of Competition02:56 The Dark Arts of Weight Cutting05:53 The Mental Toll of Extra Rounds09:00 Friendship Forged in Battle11:46 The Evolution of Bare Knuckle Boxing14:29 The Transition from BKB to BKFC27:54 Navigating Contract Negotiations30:32 Transitioning to BKFC: A New Chapter31:59 Embracing a New Weight Division35:36 Facing Reach Disadvantages in the Ring39:52 Mental Preparation for Bare-Knuckle Fighting45:05 A Wild Pre-Fight Story50:14 The Legacy of a Bare-Knuckle FighterResourcesJimmy Sweeney Facebook - https://facebook.com/jimmy.sweeneyJimmy Sweeney Instagram - https://instagram.com/jimmy.sweeneyBKFC Official Website - https://www.bareknuckle.tv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonight, we’re stepping into a world where science, mystery, and the unexplained begin to blur together.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.Joining me today are Ron Meyer and Mark Reeder.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.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.Together, they were involved in The Mysteries of Bradshaw Ranch: Aliens, Portals, and the Paranormal, where production itself reportedly became part of the story.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.LinksDark Finds: Explained YouTube Channel (SUBSCRIBE)HOW IT FALLS APART | Audio Experience 🧨Patreon 🙌🏼Dark Finds IG 💀Keywords paranormal, UFO, Bigfoot, high strangeness, consciousness, mystery, skinwalker ranch, portals, AI, mysticismGuest links Facebook - https://facebook.com/RonMeyer Website - https://example.com/ronmeyer Twitter - https://twitter.com/MarkReeder Website - https://example.com/markreeder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.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.LinksCameron's YT ChannelDark Finds: Explained YouTube Channel (SUBSCRIBE)HOW IT FALLS APART | Audio Experience 🧨Patreon 🙌🏼Dark Finds IG 💀Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cameron C.C. and F1 Passion02:56 The Evolution of F1 and Its Identity Crisis05:57 Authenticity in Sports and Media08:45 The Impact of Drive to Survive on F1's Popularity12:04 Regulation Changes and the Future of F115:01 The Role of Innovation in F117:52 The Current F1 Season and Red Bull's Dominance34:39 The Thrill of Racing and Team Dynamics41:24 Emerging Talents: Kimi Antonelli's Rise46:17 The Legend of Ayrton Senna54:45 Adrian Newey and the Quest for Performance59:22 Diversity in Formula 1: The Future of RacingKeywordsFormula 1, F1, Cameron C.C., motorsport, racing, regulations, drivers, authenticity, sports analysis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I’m joined by former FBI profiler Ray Carr, a man who spent decades on the front lines of criminal investigation. From dismantling organized crime networks to pursuing serial killers, Ray’s career offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how law enforcement understands and anticipates human behavior at its darkest edges.We explore the realities of criminal profiling, what it is, what it isn’t, and how it’s evolved over time. We get into the psychology behind repeat offenders, the structure and influence of the mob, and one particularly gripping case: a serial bank robber who operated for over 30 years, hitting more than 50 banks while staying one step ahead of investigators.LinksCold Red Podcast Ray Carr's BookDark Finds: Explained YouTube Channel (SUBSCRIBE)HOW IT FALLS APART | Audio Experience 🧨Patreon 🙌🏼Dark Finds IG 💀Dark Finds Book 📖Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ray Carr's Journey05:35 Family Legacy and Military Influence11:32 Becoming an FBI Agent18:36 Early Days in Buffalo24:34 The Rise of Criminal Activities30:17 The Irish and Italian Mafia Dynamics35:02 Criminal Profiling and Behavioral Analysis35:56 The Demands of Profiling Work37:12 Understanding Criminal Behavior and Profiling38:46 The Evolution of Criminal Profiling40:16 The 30-Year Hunt for a Notorious Bank Robber51:58 The Arrest and Investigation Process01:01:35 Reflections on a Notorious Criminal01:03:56 Analyzing the Annie McCarrick Case01:05:23 International Cooperation in Criminal InvestigationsKeywordsFBI, criminal profiling, organized crime, bank robbery, behavioral analysis, law enforcement, crime investigation, profiling techniques, mob, serial killers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s episode takes us into one of the most unsettling intersections of history and morality, where science, power, and ideology collide. I’m joined by author and historian Jack El-Hai, whose work explores some of the darkest chapters of the modern world. We explore the story of Dr. Douglas Kelley, his role in psychologically evaluating Nazi leadership, his eventual decline, and what it reveals about proximity to darkness. If you’ve seen Nuremberg starring Russell Crowe, it was based on Jack’s book, The Nazi and the Psychiatrist, where humanity was forced to confront evil not as myth, but as something deeply human. We also delve into another area of Jack’s work, the history of lobotomies, examining the ethical boundaries of medical experimentation, and the fragile line between treatment and control.LinksDark Finds: Explained YouTube Channel (SUBSCRIBE)HOW IT FALLS APART | Audio Experience 🧨Patreon 🙌🏼Dark Finds IG 💀Dark Finds Book 📖Chapters00:00 Introduction to Jack El-Hai00:31 Defining Moments: The Shift to Book Writing05:07 Exploring The Nuremberg Trials and Its Impact09:31 Understanding Evil: Individual vs. Collective Responsibility14:10 The Nature of Authoritarianism and Its Persistence18:21 Psychopathy and the Nazi Leadership21:54 The Importance of the Nuremberg Trials23:44 The Emotional Toll of Writing About Atrocities26:28 Dr. Kelly's Downward Spiral and Its Consequences32:38 The Evolution of Extremism in Political Discourse35:13 The Role of Social Media in Modern Manipulation37:59 The Importance of Critical Thinking in Education41:59 Understanding Lobotomy: History and Impact47:05 Efficacy and Ethics of Lobotomy Procedures52:47 Cultural Perceptions and Misunderstandings in Psychiatry55:03 Upcoming Works and Future ProjectsKeywordspsychiatry, lobotomy, Nuremberg trials, evil, human nature, medical ethics, history, true crime, psychology, social manipulation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.