Dark Academia
Join your professors, Allie Dellicarri and Nicki Nesi, as they take you on a tour of everything mysterious and macabre around the world's finest educational institutions. They cover everything from haunted halls to paranormal professors to demonic dorms, and even some secret societies.
Is there a school you would like us to cover? Any stories that are scarier than finals? Send us an email at darkadademiathepodcast@gmail.com. Also, follow us on Instagram at @darkacademiathepodcast.
New episodes every Sunday night.
Episodes
32 episodes
Episode 31: Matilda Joslyn Gage
We are back from our sabbatical! Today, Prof. Allie is going to teach us all about one of the most badass feminists you never learn about in school. How does she connect to a modern day blockbuster?Do you have a topic you would like us t...
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Episode 30: The History of the Tarot
In this episode, Prof. Nicki walks us through the history of the tarot! How did the tarot deck we know today come to be? Plus, she reads Prof. Allie's cards. Do you have a topic you would like us to cover? Any ghost stories you woul...
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Episode 29: Spooky Animals
It's been a long time coming.... Prof. Allie is here to teach us all about some spooky animals! This episode was recorded on October 23rd, 2024. Prof. Allie gives her correct predictions for surprise songs at The Eras Tour New Orleans N1. <...
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BONUS EPISODE: Interview With The Vampire feat. THE MIDDLE SEATS
Happy Halloween! We have some guest lecturers today for class- The Middle Seats podcast! Our friends Jake, Nate, and Drew are joining us for a lesson on Interview With The Vampire. We share our thoughts on the book by Anne Rice and the 1994 mov...
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Episode 28: Haunted Libraries Part 2
It's study time! Prof. Nicki takes us through the second installment of Haunted Libraries. Plus, Prof. Allie has (finally) finished ACOTAR.Do you have a topic you would like us to cover? Any ghost stories you would like to share? Send u...
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Episode 27: The Curse of The Scottish Play
Ever wondered why you should never say the word "Macbeth" in a theater? What would happen if you did? Prof. Allie takes us through the curse of The Scottish Play. How did the curse begin and how has it effected performers and audience members a...
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Episode 26: The Decameron and The Black Plague
This episode is a testament to our love for modern medicine. Prof. Nicki takes us to medieval Europe to teach us all about the Bubonic Plague and The Decameron. What was day-to-day life like during this dark, disgusting time? Do you hav...
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Episode 25: Daemonologie
Double, double toil and trouble! Prof. Allie dives into how King James VI of Scotland/King James I of England was the actual worst. Learn about how toxic masculinity lead to the mass murder of innocents. Do you have a topic you would li...
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Episode 24: Real Places That Have Inspired Horror Novels (Part 1)
This week, Prof. Nicki gives us the ultimate book corner. Learn all about how some of the spookiest locations throughout the world have inspired some of the spookiest pieces of literature. Also, a ghost gives us all a lesson in modesty....
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Episode 23: Malleus Maleficarum
This week, our professors discuss one of the darkest pieces of literature published- the Malleus Maleficarum. Learn all about how one of history's biggest losers influenced thousands of government sanctioned murders. Plus an in depth discussion...
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Episode 22: Wells College
On this week's episode, Prof. Nicki takes us to the finger lakes district in upstate New York. Learn all about the strange happenings at Wells College. Also, we are back with another addition of Game of Thrones corner.Do you have a ghos...
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Episode 21: Tennessee High School
All aboard! This week, Prof. Allie takes us down to Bristol, Tennessee to discuss the mysterious hauntings at Tennessee High School, where not all hauntings were once living beings. Plus, hear all about our House of the Dragon season 2 episode ...
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Episode 20: New York's Haunted Museums
Field trip! This week, Prof. Nicki takes a deep dive into 4 haunted museums throughout New York state. What would you do if a ghost tried to throw hands?Do you have a campus you would like to cover? Any ghost stories you would like to s...
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Episode 19: La Trobe University
Join Prof. Allie and Prof. Nicki for a quick trip down under. This week, Prof. Allie discusses La Trobe University in Australia. How is this university tied to a closed down psychiatric facility?Do you have a campus you would like us to...
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Episode 18: Fordham University
It's time for a trip on the subway because Prof. Nicki is taking us to The Bronx. We are going to learn all about the hauntings and crime surrounding Fordham University. Also, Prof. Nicki and Prof. Allie discuss all of their favorite exhibits a...
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Episode 17: University of Toronto
On this week's episode, Prof. Allie takes us to our neighbors in the North, Canada! Grab a coffee and learn all about the hauntings of the University of Toronto. The 6 is full of sparring stonemasons and paranormal professors.Do you hav...
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Episode 16: The Vatican Archives
Prof. Nicki is taking us to the underground of Rome this week as we discuss The Vatican Archives. What ancient secrets are buried underneath Vatican City? What is the dress code for visiting The Vatican?Do you have a topic you wou...
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Episode 15: Miss Robichaux's Academy for Exceptional Young Ladies
It's time for some KNOTTY PINE! Prof. Allie takes us back to the Crescent City to give us a lesson on the Buckner Mansion and its tie to the American Horror Story Universe. Plus, Prof. Nicki gives a quick lesson on different architecture styles...
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Episode 14: Eastern Kentucky University
This week, Prof. Nicki takes us to the land of horse racing and whiskey- Kentucky! We'll learn all about a ghost dog and another lady in a dress of a specific color haunting the grounds of Eastern Kentucky University. Also, will Prof. Allie be ...
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Episode 13: University of Texas at Austin
Time to strike a match and light up this juke joint. This week, we are in the live music capital of the world, Austin, Texas! Prof. Allie takes us through UT Austin. Hook 'em!Do you have a campus you would like us to cover? Do you have ...
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Episode 12: Salem State University
Happy Walpurgisnacht! Hop on your brooms because this week, Prof. Nicki takes us to Salem State University. Hear all about how the land remains haunted by the trauma of 1692.Do you have a campus you would like us to cover? Any ghost sto...
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Episode 11: Trinity College Dublin
We've finally made it to the Motherland- Ireland! Prof. Allie deep dives into the history and spooky happenings at Trinity College Dublin. Find out all about the top university in the Emerald Isle. Do you have any ghost stories? Is ther...
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Episode 10: Haunted Libraries and Bookstores (Part 1)
Time for a haunted study session. Prof. Nicki gives us a tour of some of the most haunted campus libraries in the United States. We will be traveling from Alabama to Colorado to Illinois. Shoutout to our friends at The Haunte...
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