Devils in the Dark

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard travel back to 90’s America to visit a boarding house for people down on their luck, run by sweet little old lady Dorothea Puente… but is Dorothea all that she seems? After discovering a body in her front garden, detective John Cabrera has a hunch that this kindly caretaker might not be all that she seemed to be… Expect grisly discoveries, missing teeth, and an OAP on the run. 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 - Introduction11:25 - Where Dorothea’s story begins16:26 - The murder of Ruth Monroe20:29 - Dorothea’s first stint in prison22:54 - The disappearance of Alvaro ‘Bert’ Montoya24:18 - Dorothea gets a visit from the police25:55 - Danni has thoughts about Lin Manuel Miranda27:15 - John Cabrera digs in Dorothea’s garden31:49 - Dorothea goes on the run38:38 - Dorothea gets found39:58 - Identifying the bodies41:25 - How did Dorothea do it?43:03 - The murder of Everson Gillmouth44:17 - The trial of Dorothea Puente49:00 - Cooking with a Serial Killer53:39 - OutroFollow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 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 765200

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard take a look into the horrible crimes of Stephen Port, The Grindr Killer. After masquerading as a graduate from Oxford University, a member of the armed forces, and even a special needs teacher on online dating site Grindr, Stephen Port evaded police for months, going on a sick killing spree that spread fear and shock throughout the LGBTQ+ community. Expect ridiculous police failings, harrowing tales from the victims' families and the incredible story of how one family's determination to see justice solved the case. 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 - Introduction 05:01 - Where Stephen’s story begins 06:20 - Stephen moves into his first flat and meets Ryan Edwards 08:08 - Stephen starts online dating 19:40 - The murder of Anthony Walgate 29:10 - The murder of Gabriel Kovari 32:11 - The murder of Daniel Whitworth 36:32 - Stephen fakes a suicide note 39:40 - Stephen goes to prison 41:61 - The murder of Jack Taylor 43:46 - The Taylor family go to the police 51:22 - The trial of Stephen Port 53:57 - 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. BetterHelp. Go to www.betterhelp.com/DITD for 10% off your first month.  Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.  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 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) Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200 Switchboard LGBTQ+ Helpline: 0300 330 0630 (help is also available at live chat at https://switchboard.lgbt/ *times apply)

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard travel back to just before the millennium to delve into the mind of Tracie Andrews, the femme fatale killer who tricked the nation. After murdering her partner Lee Harvey in a vicious and frenzied attack, she used her charm to lay blame on a ‘fat man with staring eyes’, promoting the police to launch a search for a man who never even existed. Expect arguments of volcanic proportion, enough charm to fool a press conference (almost), and an attack that could never be forgotten. 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 - Introduction05:31 - Where Tracie’s story begins09:43 - Tracie the model11:04 - Tracie Andrews meets Lee Harvey15:10 - The murder of Lee Harvey24:33 - The press conference33:03 - Witness statements38:46 - Tracie overdoses on pills41:00 - The trial of Tracie Andrews48:27 - OutroFollow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 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 123Refuge 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

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard travel to 1970s Illinois, America to explore the twisted world of the sinister Killer Clown, John Wayne Gacy. Once a strong pillar of his community, John Wanye Gacy or “Pogo” the clown to the local children, his kind reputation was shattered after a search warrant for his home uncovered unspeakable horrors. Expect harrowing details from police on the scene, an incredible story from the only survivor and of course, the most sinister clown makeup to ever have existed. 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 - Introduction05:11 - Where John’s story begins08:28 - John gets a job in a mortuary 09:27 - John starts a new life in Springfield, Illinois14:54 - John’s first known assault 16:56 - John is sent to Anamosa State Penitentiary19:40 - John’s second new life in Chicago20:55 - Pogo The Clown24:48 - The abduction of Rob Piest26:31 - Police search John’s house29:06 - Catching John Wayne Gacy36:09 - The confession40:50 - The boy who survived, Tony Antonucci43:28 - The trial of John Wayne Gacy47:44 - OutroThis episode is sponsored by...Beer 52. Head to www.beer52.com/DARK to claim your free case of beer now. Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 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 123Rape 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

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard travel to 1970s Austria to dive into the world of famous writer and not so reformed murderer Jack Unterweger. After serving time in prison for one horrendous murder, Jack’s writing hobby spiralled into an illustrious career… so illustrious that he was let out of prison early… triggering one of the worst killing sprees modern Europe and America have ever seen. Expect eerie radio plays for children, an infamous stay at the Los Angeles Cecil Hotel, and one of the biggest blunders of the prison reform system ever seen. 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 - Introduction06:00 - Where Jack’s story begins08:23 - The murder of Margret Schäfer 12:52 - Jack goes to prison13:50 - Jack gets a book deal19:08 - Celebrity writer Jack Unterweger gets released29:30 - The murder of Blanka Bockova31:22 - The murders of Brunhilde Masser, Heide Hammerer and Elfriede Schrempf 35:04 - The one surviving victim36:00 - Jack moonlights as a news reporter39:20 - Jack goes to the USA40:49 - The murders of Shannon Exley, Irene Rodriguez, Sherri Ann Long44:32 - Jack Unterweger is on the run46:21 - The trial of Jack Unterweger55:18 - Outro This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp. Go to www.betterhelp.com/DITD for 10% off your first month.StitchFix. Head to www.stitchfix.co.uk/DEVILS20 to get 20% when you keep all 5 items in your fix.Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 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 123Rape 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

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard delve into the life and crimes of England’s most dangerous woman, Joanna Dennehy. With the help of criminologists, forensic psychologists and journalists from the scene, they’ll learn how Joanna Dennehy became one of Britain's most frenzied and dangerous murderers. Expect sad wannabe Bonnie and Clyde vibes, deranged behaviour, the story of the worst burglar in history, and a VERY annoying key suspect. 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 - Introduction03:08 - Where Joanna’s story begins06:45 - Joanna’s erratic and violent past10:41 - Joanna Dennehy vs John Chapman12:33 - Joanna seduces landlord Kevin Lee16:19 - The murder of Lukazs Slaboszewski19:54 - Introducing Gary Stretch, the world’s crappest burglar 21:40 - The murder of John Chapman23:32 - The murder of Kevin Lee30:27 - Joanna Dennehy and Gary Stretch are on the run36:12 - The arrest39:58 - The trial of Joanna Dennehy46:36 - OutroFollow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. 

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard travel back in time to rural 1950s America to uncover the horrific crimes of Ed Gein, The Butcher of Plainfield. The infamous inspiration behind all your favourite horror movies, Ed Gein's horrendous crimes against humanity have gone down in infamy. After growing up in rural New Jersey with a puritanical and overbearing mother, Ed took his love for his mother to a whole new level after her death, using the skin from corpses to make his very own mummy... Expect grisly discoveries, ghastly arts and crafts projects, and a whole lot of gore. 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 - Introduction07:22 - Where Ed’s story begins13:55 - Ed’s murderous impulses begin22:09 - Ed loses his family26:02 - The killing of Bernice Warden29:52 - The house of horrors37:54 - The murder of Mary Hogan40:12 - Ed Gein’s Interrogation45:46 - The trial of Ed Gein54:20 - Very special soup bowls54:47 - Outro This episode is sponsored by...Beer 52. Head to www.beer52.com/DARK to claim your free case of beer now. Better Help. Go to www.betterhelp.com/DITD for 10% off your first month. Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. 

Coming soon... your new favourite true crime podcast, Devils in the Dark!From Audioboom Studios, join Helen Anderson and her hilarious best friend Danni Howard as they turn back the clock to explore some of the wildest, most gruesome and totally shocking true crime cases in history. With the help of expert criminologists, pathologists and journalists who were on the scene at the time, they’ll learn about the killer's origins, darkest secrets, and horrific desires...Can they handle it?Can you handle it?First episode out 28th of February, with new episodes every Monday. Hit follow now so you never miss an episode!