Devils in the Dark

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 details of sexual assault and drug addiction, and 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 Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. This episode is sponsored by…Calm. Go to www.calm.com/DEVILS for 40% off unlimited access to Calm’s entire library. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

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 voice for Danni’s collection and a murder story that almost feels a bit Del Boy had it not been so sad.Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of violence and murder, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.  This episode is sponsored by:Typology. Head to uk.typology.com/DEVILS to claim a free lip & cheek balm worth £16 when you make a purchase.Beer52. Visit www.beer52.com/DEVILS to claim your free case of craft beer!For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

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… Expect scenes of a grisly nature, actual science, and some of the most unhearable details ever.Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of violence and murder, including sexual violence, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.  00:00 - Intro13:58 - Stefano’s early life in Tuscany16:43 - Stefano moves to London to start a new life18:48 - A dark drug addiction takes hold of Stefano21:11 - Stefano loses his job30:45 - The awful Spring afternoon that ended Gordon’s life36:45 - Neighbours start to notice a strange smell39:07 - Stefano goes to great lengths to cover up his crime44:21 - Police arrive at the scene47:22 - Stefano is brought into questioning48:57 - The trail of Stefano Brizzi55:43 - Stefano Brizzi’s death57:46 - OutroThis episode is sponsored by…StitchFix. Head to www.stitchfix.co.uk/devils20 to try StitchFix’s personal styling service for free! And save 20% when you keep all 5 items in your fix.BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month, head to www.betterhelp.com/DITDFor updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

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. Expect uncomfortable history, ridiculous names, and some of the most gruesome and unimaginable scenes in history. Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of violence, mentions of suicide and details of the torture of enslaved people, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.   00:00 - Introduction 06:33 - The McCarty Family 13:22 - Delphine McCarty’s childhood 16:48 - Louis Barthélemy de McCarty remarries 20:57 - Delphine marries her first husband, Don Ramon de Lopez y Agulo 23:01 - The death of Don Ramon de Lopez y Angulo 24:04 - Delphine marries Jeane Blanque 31:26 - Delphine finds love again with Dr Louis La Laurie 34:17 - Delphine moves into 1140 Royal Street 35:31 - Rumours about Delphine begin to swirl 39:30 - The fire at 1140 Royal Street 41:37 - The horrific discovery 44:44 - Delphine’s escape 49:39 - Outro This episode is sponsored by… StitchFix. Head to www.stitchfix.co.uk/devils20 to try StitchFix’s personal styling service for free! And save 20% when you keep all 5 items in your fix. CalmUK: Go to www.calm.com/devils to claim 40% a Calm Premium Subscription. For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward.  Special thanks to Woodcut Media.  Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.  If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources: The Samaritans helpline: 116 123 Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200 Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply) Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200 Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply) Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498  Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005 See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

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 destruction on an enormous scale, the government actually doing something right for once, and the absolute worst journalist of all time.Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of violence and mentions of suicide, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.  00:00 - Introduction07:20 - Who was Michael Ryan?13:13 - The murder of Susan Godfrey14:19 - Michael attempts murder at a petrol staton on the A415:35 - Michael loses it back at home21:51 - The murder of Kenneth Clements26:34 - The murder of PC Roger Brereton28:05 - The murders of George White and Abdul Khan37:39 - Officer Trevor Wainwright receives a harrowing phonecall42:00 - The murders of Eric Vardy, Sandra Hill, Victor Gibbs and Myrtle Gibbs42:37 - Michael Ryan heads to The John O’Gaunt Community College45:08 - Michael Ryan takes his own life52:56 - A perfect example of horrible journalism57:00 - Gun reform in the UK01:01:00 - OutroThis episode is sponsored by…BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month, head to www.betterhelp.com/DITDStitchFix: To try StitchFix for free, visit www.stitchfix.co.uk and use the code DEVILS20, and take 20% off your order when you keep all 5 items in your fix.Beer52: Head to www.beer52.com and use the code DEVILS22 for a free case of beer!For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

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 life members of The Firm, and learn about their epic downfall after the murders of George Cornell and Jack ‘The Hat’ McVitie. Expect some serious East End accents, grisly torture techniques, and first hand accounts about the inner workings of the famous Firm.Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of violence and mentions of suicide, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.  00:00 - Introduction05:30 - Where Ronnie and Reggie’s story begins13:08 - Ronnie and Reggie’s boxing careers15:30 - The Double R Club17:30 - The Kray Twins’ famous friends (Barbara Windsor and Judy Garland)22:30 - The marriage of Reginald Kray and Frances Shea23:10 - Billy Donovan and Lenny Hamilton argue over Frances’ untimely death27:45 - The Krays v The Richardsons32:40 - The murder of George Cornell35:27 - The murder of Jack ‘The Hat’ McVitie39:00 - What the Kray twins *allegedly* did with the bodies of their victims… 42:05 - Ronnie and Reggie Kray are arrested44:30 - Gangster Bobby Cummins talks about life at Parkhurst Prison49:15 - The death Ronnie and Reggie Kray50:50 - OutroThis episode is sponsored by…BetterHelp…visit www.betterhelp.com/ditd for 10% of your first month.StitchFix… visit www.stitchfix.co.uk/devils20 and get 20% off when you keep all 5 of your fixes. Beer52… visit www.beer52.com/DARK22 to claim your free case of beer.For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

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 not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.  00:00 - Introduction07:26 - Theirry’s story begins in Martinique 09:25 - Thierry moves to France aged just 1709:48 - The love affair of Thierry Paulin and Jean-Thierry Mathurin11:46 - Thierry and Jean-Thierry start a murderous spree16:16 - The horrible murder of Alice Benaim 19:22 - Detectives at La Brigade Criminelle start to scramble24:17 - The killing couple move to Toulouse 25:20 - Thierry and Jean-Theirry break up35:54 - A drug deal gone wrong36:56 - Thierry Paulin is diagnosed with AIDs37:51 - Thierry ups his offending42:12 - Survivor Bertha Finalteri finally cracks the case for Paris detectives43:43 - The arrests of Thierry Paulin and Jean-Thierry Mathurin47:59 - Thierry Paulin dies aged just 2549:22 - The trial of Jean-Thierry Mathurin51:10 - Notes on the death sentence56:19 - What kind of old women would Helen and Danni be?58:45 - OutroThis episode is sponsored by…Beer52: Visit www.beer52.com/DARK to claim your free case of beer.Skin+Me: Head to www.skinandme.com and use the code DEVILS3 to start your skincare journey for just £3.50.For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

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 little sneak peak into the first episode. Head to Killers, Cults and Queens wherever you listen to us and make sure to follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode. See you next Monday for a new episode!

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 all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.  00:00 - Introduction09:21 - Dennis’ story begins14:24 - Dennis’ troubled relationship with his mother, Elizabeth Duthie Whyte16:06 - Dennis faces loss for the first time17:43 - 15 year old Dennis joins the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders19:48 - Dennis heads to London to become a Civil Servant20:38 - Dennis meets David Gallichan21:47 - The murder of Stephen Holmes26:36 - The murder of Canadian tourist, Kenneth Ockendon28:53 - Dennis moves to Cranley Gardens, in Muswell Hill, North London and lures Carl Stotter into the flat32:50 - The horrible rituals of Cranley Gardens37:41 - A plumber is called to Cranley Gardens to investigate a strange smell41:16 - Detective Chief Inspector Peter Jay is on the case43:55 - Author Brian Masters visits Dennis’ flat46:20 - The interrogation of Dennis Nilsen52:12 - The murder of Graham Allen57:04 - The sentencing of Dennis Nilsen59:24 - OutroThis episode is sponsored by…Calm: Go to www.calm.com/devils for 40% off a Calm Premium subscription.Skin+Me: Head to www.skinandme.com and use the code DEVILS3 to start your skincare journey for just £3.50.Beer52: Visit www.beer52.com/DARK to claim your free case of beer.For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

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 and truly incredible accents.Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.  00:00 - Introduction06:02 - Where Aileen’s story begins06:42 - Aileen faces abuse at the hands of her grandfather09:46 - Aileen learns to use her body10:21 - Aileen becomes homeless14:23 - Aileen makes it on her own19:55 - The story of Aileen and Tyria21:37 - The murder of Richard Mallory23:52 - The murder of David Spears27:47 - The murder of Charles Carskaddon29:53 - The murder of Peter Siems30:34 - Detective Brian Jarvis finds key evidence35:30 - The murder of Troy Burress36:08 - The murder of Charles Dick Humphreys38:20 - A special task force is formed at Marion County Police Department38:31 - The murder of Walter Jean Antonio39:59 - The police composite sketches 41:00 - Lieutenant Mike Joyner is on the case43:38 - Mike works The Last Resort Bar46:58 - Tyria Moore convinces Aileen to confess52:41 - Aileen faces the death penalty54:07 - OutroThis episode is sponsored by…Beer52: Head to www.beer52.com/DARK to claim your free case of beer!Emma: Save 5% on top on all offers at www.emma-mattess.co.uk/DEVILSFor updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.