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Devils in the Dark

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Episodes

S3 Ep14: Issei Sagawa, The Kobe Cannibal

For the series finale... Helen and Danni explore the story of Issei Sagawa, he had a craving for human flesh and walked the streets of Paris in the late 1970's looking for victim's to satisfy his cannibalism urges. Devils in The Dark contains details of graphic violence, murder and suicide. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised. For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen And...

Aug 14, 202349 minSeason 3Ep. 14

S3 Ep13: Elizabeth Báthory, The Blood Countess

A real vampire from Transylvania? She was a noblewomen and an alleged blood-bathing serial killer, born in the 16th century. In this episode Helen and Danni dive into the notorious tale of Elizabeth Báthory, and find out all about her vampiric tendencies... Devils in The Dark contains details of graphic violence, murder and suicide. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised. For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark ...

Aug 07, 202357 minSeason 3Ep. 13

S3 Ep12: The Boogeyman Of Westfield, John List

This one is particularly HARROWING. In this episode Helen and Danni dive into the John List murders... find out how this man killed his entire family, one by one, and then escaped on the run for eighteen years, until his new identity was discovered. Devils in The Dark contains details of graphic violence, murder and suicide. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised. For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Insta...

Jul 31, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 12

S3 Ep11: The Giggling Granny, Nannie Doss

This episode really will send a shiver down your spine. Helen and Dannie dive into the life of Nannie Doss. They find out how this seemingly innocent and sweet lady with such a comforting nickname turned out to be a monstrous murder, killing her grandchildren, children and her many husbands whom she found on the lonely hearts column. Helen and Danni learn how Nannie's vicious killings went unsuspected for so long, and how feeding her husband some homemade prune stew led to her downfall. Devils i...

Jul 24, 202351 minSeason 3Ep. 11

S3 Ep10: The Black Widow, Griselda Blando

She was known as The Cocaine Godmother - notorious for her prominent role in Miami's Cocaine Cowboy Wars. Griselda terrified anyone who knew her name, ordering assassinations for everyone that crossed her path - loved ones or not. Helen and Danni dive into her life and learn how her reign of terror and success crumbled. Devils in The Dark contains details of graphic violence, murder and suicide. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised. For updates on Devils ...

Jul 17, 202350 minSeason 3Ep. 10

S3 Ep9: The Bikini Killer, Charles Sobhraj

What would you do if you were sat next to a convicted serial killer on a plane? Known as The Serpent, for his snake like ability to avoid detection from the authorities and escape from prison... The infamous Charles Sobhraj - fraudster, thief, and murderer - slithered around South East Asia during the 1970's, praying on western tourists, covering up his crimes by dressing his victims in bikini's to look like they've drowned. Helen and Danni find out how and why after all his vicious crimes and a...

Jul 10, 202351 minSeason 3Ep. 9

S3 Ep8: Ruth Ellis, A Crime Of Passion

A nightclub hostess turned convicted murderer. This week Helen and Danni dive into the story of Ruth Ellis, the last women to be hanged in Britain. They learn all about her horrific child-hood, many toxic relationships and how her jealousy and obsession with one man in particular lead to her committing a vicious crime... Devils in The Dark contains details of graphic violence, murder and suicide. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised. For updates on Devils...

Jul 03, 202359 minSeason 3Ep. 8

S3 Ep7: The Harrowing Tale of John and Lorena Bobbitt

The story which caused a media frenzy, and sparked debate and controversy all over the world... Helen and Danni learn about the marriage of John and Lorena Bobbitt, and how Lorena was driven to cutting off her husbands penis, leading to a trial which grabbed America's attention and became a pop culture staple. Devils in The Dark contains details of graphic violence, murder and suicide. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised. For updates on Devils in The Dar...

Jun 26, 20231 hr 8 minSeason 3Ep. 7

S3 Ep6: Robert Durst, The Wealthy Murderer

When you're part of one of the richest family's in the USA, money can cover up a lot! In this episode, Helen and Danni uncover the life of Robert Durst... including chopped up body parts, multiple change's of identity and a Hollywood film inspired by him and his dynasty family. After getting away with his brutal crimes for more than thirty years, Robert gets a bit too confident, with one pivotal moment bringing him down. Devils in The Dark contains details of graphic violence, murder and suicide...

Jun 19, 20231 hr 15 minSeason 3Ep. 6

S3 Ep5: Ted Bundy, The Charming Serial Killer

It's a brutal one. The episode we've all been waiting for, it's one of the worlds most infamous serial killers... Ted Bundy! Helen and Danni learn how he went from a respected law student - with charismatic charm and a delightful smile - to captivating America by brutally murdering at least thirty victims. There's a lot to unpack in this episode, including Ted's multiple prison escapes (HOW THOUGH?), and what might have gone wrong in his childhood for him to commit such horrific and vicious crim...

Jun 12, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 5

S3 Ep4: The Butcher of Hanover, Fritz Haarmann

Is he a vampire, a slayer, or a butcher? This is a gruesome one. Helen and Danni uncover the HORRIFYING tale of The Butcher of Hanover, Fitz Haarmann. This mass killer haunted the streets of Hanover in the 20th century, but simply murdering his many MANY victims wasn't enough for Fitz... find out how he got his name, and what happened when locals started to find skulls and other body parts around Hanover. Brace yourself as they delve into the depths of darkness and reveal the ghastly secrets beh...

Jun 05, 20231 hr 14 minSeason 3Ep. 4

S3 Ep3: Jerry Brudos, The Shoe Fetish Slayer

He seemed like an ordinary family man... until he was discovered to be the local serial killer, with a DISTURBING obsession. Jerry Brudos's story will send shivers down your spine - Join Helen and Danni as they uncover the dark tale of the 'Lust Killer'. In the late 1960s, Jerry Brudos prowled the streets of Oregon, driven by his sinister desires and a fetish for women's shoes. Uncover the horrifying details of his abductions, torture, victim souvenirs, and murders, whilst Danni and Helen delve ...

May 29, 202353 minSeason 3Ep. 3

S3 Ep2: Mona Fandey, The Fame Obsessed Murderess

From stardom to slayer... you may recognise her from her infamous smile. Helen and Danni plunge deep into the CREEPY story of the fame-hungry murderer, Mona Fandey! Once a Malaysian singer, adored by many, as her singing career went up in flames, Mona's thirst for fame and fortune took a dark turn. She discovered another way to bring in the money, people from all over the country visited the newly turned shamen for her 'supernatural powers'... but one customer didn't know what they were letting ...

May 22, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 2

S3 Ep1: The Toy Box Killer, David Parker Ray

BACK WITH A BANG! This is probably the most bone-chilling episode yet. Helen and Danni dive into David Parker Ray's reign of terror - unmasking the sinister secrets of The Toy Box Killer! The sadistic kidnapper and torturer transformed a sound-proof trailer into his chamber of horrors, equipped with machines and devices for his twisted acts. Helen and Danni find out why David's haunted legacy remains one of the most evil act's in criminal history, they learn all about his life, his countless vic...

May 22, 202347 minSeason 3Ep. 1

S2 Ep17: Coming Soon... Season 3!

It's been a hot minute but the girls are back with season 3! We're bringing you big crime energy with murder, mystery and even a little bit of black magic... See you on Monday 22 May with not one but TWO new episodes, with a new episode released weekly. In the meantime follow @devilsinthedark on Instagram for more updates. We can't wait to get back in your ears!

May 15, 20232 minSeason 2Ep. 17

S2 Ep16: The infamous killer couple, Bonnie and Clyde

In the Devils in the Dark season 2 finale, Helen and Danni explore the wild lives of the most infamous killer couple in history, Bonnie and Clyde. After both experiencing hardship and loss at a young age, these two star crossed lovers seemed to find each other like calm in a storm… but soon, their criminal pasts would catch up with them, triggering 2 deadly years, gunfights beyond belief, and a shoot out that would go down in history. Expect can of salmon proportions of stealing, an enormous amo...

Nov 28, 202256 minSeason 2Ep. 16

S2 Ep15: The Lioness of Brittany, Jeanne De Clisson

Helen and Danni turn the clock waaaay back to learn about the bloody piratess Jeanne De Clisson. After a classic middle ages life of marriage at 12 and babies at 14, Jeanne had to go through a few suitors before she found the one. A love story like we’ve never heard before commenced… that was until the Hundred Years War and King Phillip of France got in the way. After the untimely death of her sweetheart, Jeanne waged war against French nobility in maybe the coolest way possible… Expect Game of ...

Nov 21, 202250 minSeason 2Ep. 15

S2 Ep14: The sinister Iceman, Richard Kuklinski

Helen and Danni dive into the world of the Iceman, the most notorious hitman in American history. Having killed AT LEAST 200 people in his lifetime, Richard Kuklinski was the iceman not only professionally, but also in nature. Expect a Jekyll and Hyde personality, horrible slow deaths, and chilling words straight from the mouth of one of the most prolific killers in modern history. Devils in The Dark contains details of graphic violence, murder and suicide. It is not intended for all audiences. ...

Nov 14, 202256 minSeason 2Ep. 14

S2 Ep13: Richard John Bingham, the murderous 7th Earl of Lucan

Helen and Danni head to high society London to learn about the mysterious and murderous Richard John Bingham, the 7th Earl of Lucan. After growing up in the lap of luxury in New York during the Second World War, Richard entered the upper class with some seriously expensive taste. Attending Eton and turning into the worst kind of person, Richard wanted his way and he would get it at any expense… Expect gross rich boy behaviour, some interesting bed time activities, and a seriously bloody and grue...

Nov 07, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 13

S2 Ep12: Danilo Restivo, the hair obsessed murderder

Helen and Danni visit Bournemouth to learn about the horrific murder of Heather Barnett. After seemingly getting away with murder at the age of 21, Danilo Restivo fled Potenza in Italy to live a quiet life in Bournemouth. Little did the residents of Richmond Park know that he was about to brutally murder and mutilate one of their own. Expect truly terrible excuses, chilling haircuts from hell, and the longest police chase of all time. Devils in The Dark contains details of sexual assault, graphi...

Oct 31, 202256 minSeason 2Ep. 12

S2 Ep11: The wild story of conman Jim Bakker and his wife Tammy Faye

Helen and Danni go where they’ve never gone before… to the world of The Praise the Lord Network and the biggest television scandal in history. Starting from humble beginnings Jim Baker and Tammy Faye LaValley were just two people passionate about spreading the word of the Lord… that was, until dollar signs started springing up left right and centre. Expect a con of HUGE proportions, a religious theme park bigger than Disney World and the return of Helen’s Demon… Devils in The Dark contains detai...

Oct 24, 202257 minSeason 2Ep. 11

S2 Ep10: Archibald Hall, The Monster Butler

Helen and Danni head to Scotland and beyond this week to learn all about The Monster Butler…Archibald Hall. Growing up, young Archibald (or Roy, as he liked to call himself) became obsessed with the glitz and glamour of the silver screen. He fell in love with it’s debonair leading men, and all the wealth they enjoyed… and so, he thought, why not me? Thus ensued a lifetime of crime, lies and ultimately… murder. Expect possibly one of the shittest robbers in British history, another EXCELLENT voic...

Oct 17, 202257 minSeason 2Ep. 10

S2 Ep9: Stefano Brizzi, the Breaking Bad obsessed murderer

Helen and Danni head to London to learn about the horrific murder of PC Gordon Semple. Born and raised in the conservative Italian town of San Marcello de Pistoiese, Stefano knew he was different from a young age, but his troubles didn’t start to rear it’s ugly head until he moved to London. Just a few years later, living on his own, addicted to crystal meth and obsessed with the TV show Breaking Bad, Stefano shared an afternoon of passion with PC Gordon Semple, and then, did the unthinkable… Ex...

Oct 10, 202255 minSeason 2Ep. 9

S2 Ep8: Madame La Laurie, The Torturer of New Orleans

This week, Helen and Danni go waaaay back to the 1800s to learn about the horrible crimes of slave owner and murderer Madame La Laurie. Despite being the centre of New Orleans folklore, and one of the key characters of American Horror Story’s Coven season, the real life of Delphine La Laurie is shrouded in mystery. After a string of unhappy marriages, Delphine was living the high life at her New Orleans mansion at 1140 Royal Street until her horrific crimes against enslaved people were exposed. ...

Oct 03, 202249 minSeason 2Ep. 8

S2 Ep7: Michael Ryan, the perpetrator of The Hungerford Massacre

Helen and Danni take a look at The Hungerford Massacre, a day of death and destruction that rocked the nation. The country went into a state of shock when, one morning, a lonely young man named Michael Ryan woke up and, seemingly on a whim, decided to murder as many people in the quaint English village of Hungerford as possible. It was a day that led to huge gun reform in the United Kingdom, but the horrors of what unfolded on the 19th of August, 1987 can still be felt to this day. Expect destru...

Sep 26, 202255 minSeason 2Ep. 7

S2 Ep6: The infamous Kray Twins

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard turn back the clock to 1960s London to visit the East End and Britain’s infamous crime boss twins, The Kray Twins. It seemed almost inevitable that Ronnie and Reggie Kray would grow up to be the heads of one of the most famous crime rackets of all time, after all, they did spend their childhood beating eachother up and having brick fights with the local neighbourhood kids. Join Helen and Danni as they hear what being an East End Gangster was really like from real ...

Sep 19, 202249 minSeason 2Ep. 6

S2 Ep5: Thierry Paulin, The Monster of Montmartre

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard head to Paris to learn about the Monster of Montmartre, Theirry Paulin. After a textbook serial killer upbringing, Thierry travelled to Paris to indulge in a heady lifestyle of parties, drinking and drugs. Thierry was the ultimate night out buddy… but no one knew just where he was getting his money from… Expect terrible French accents, a truly horrible killer pair, and a tale that makes Danni very mad. Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of violence and is...

Sep 12, 202255 minSeason 2Ep. 5

S2 Ep4: Helen and Danni introduce... Killers, Cults and Queens!

Our friends at Audioboom Studios have a brand new show out that we think you'll love... Killers, Cults and Queens! In each episode, join iconic Drag Queen Cheryl Hole and resident spooky expert Nikki Druce as they embark on a whistle stop tour of the weirdest corners of the universe. They’ll be stopping to learn about the craziest true crime cases in history, spooky paranormal activities, truly bonkers internet mythology, very convincing cults and much much more. Especially for you, here's a lit...

Sep 08, 202211 minSeason 2Ep. 4

S2 Ep3: The horrific crimes of Dennis Nilsen

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard look into the seriously gruesome crimes of Dennis Nilsen. After a difficult upbringing in Fraserbrugh, Scotland, Dennis joined the Army as a chef, and not soon after leaving for the bright lights of London he puts those skills to use in a horrific way. Expect messed up beginnings, a tale of toilets from Danni and some of the most stomach churning details of all time. Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence and is not intended for...

Sep 05, 202255 minSeason 2Ep. 3

S2 Ep2: Aileen Wuornos, The Damsel of Death

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard look into the complicated case of American serial killer Aileen Wuornos. After a tragic and abusive upbringing at the hands of her grandfather Lauri, Aileen found herself homeless and living in the woods at just fifteen years old. After meeting the love of her life, Tyria Moore, in her early twenties, a sinister spark is ignited, turning her into one of the most infamous serial killers in American history. Expect difficult relationships, a complicated love story a...

Aug 29, 202254 minSeason 2Ep. 2
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