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Devils in the Dark

Devils in the Dark

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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard explore the wildest, most gruesome and totally shocking true crime cases in history. Together, with the help of experts, they'll learn more about the killer's origins, darkest secrets, and horrific desires... can they handle it?

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Devils in the Dark - S1 Ep14: Levi Bellfield, the Bus Stop Killer
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05/16/22 • 55 min

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard turn back the clock to look into one of the most disgusting killers so far, the Bus Stop Killer, Levi Bellfield. After growing up into a woman hating thug, Levi took the lives of two women, one 13 year old girl and attempted to murder another woman in a violent attack involving a people carrier. Expect harrowing accounts from ex-partner Jo Collings, first hand accounts from police investigators on the scene at the time, and a very angry Danni. 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 07:42 - Where Levi’s story first begins 11:06 - Levi proves quite the ladies man 14:54 - Levi meets Jo Collings 17:36 - Jo reports Levi to the police 18:28 - The disappearance of Milly Dowler 22:04 - The murder of Marsha McDonnell 24:48 - The attempted murder of Kate Sheedy 31:00 - The murder of Amelie Delgrange 32:26 - Met Detective Colin Sutton is on the case 34:49 - Levi’s white van 43:13 - Levi is arrested at his home in West Drayton 36:48 - The trial of Levi Bellfield 49:20 - The murder of Milly Dowler 55:00 - Levi’s new identity, Yusef Rahim 58:00 - Helen and Danni react to the news that Levi Bellfield has applied to get married in prison 1:00:25 - Coming up on next week’s episode... Jeffery Dahmer This episode is sponsored by... CalmUK. Go to www.calm.com/devils to claim 40% a Calm Premium Subscription. Wine52. Head to www.wine52.co.uk/devils and cover the £5.95 postage costs and you’ll receive a case of 3 carefully selected wines from beautiful Southern Italy. 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 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

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After deep diving into Dorothea Puente’s cookery book from last week’s episode, Helen Anderson and Danni Howard explore the horrific world of the most infamous killer couple in history, Fred and Rose West. Meeting in a perfect storm, twisted Fred and Rose West would go on to murder at least 12 girls and women, two of whom were their own daughters. Expect grim discoveries, anger over missing women, and a seriously sinister and sick family ‘in’ joke.
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence, including details about violence about children, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised. 00:00 - Introduction 00:33 - Helen and Danni review Dorothea Puente’s ‘Cooking with a Serial Killer’ 09:37 - Where Fred and Rose West’s story begins 15:35 - The disappearance of Heather West 18:30 - The Wests get a visit from the police 20:20 - Fred West is arrested 23:05 - The discovery of Alison Chambers 27:23 - The disappearances of Lucy Partington and Lynda Gough 31:25 - The case of Caroline Roberts 35:35 - Pathologists make a grim discovery 37:38 - The murder of Rena West and Anne McFall
38:35 - The discovery of Juanita Mott and Carole Cooper 42:13 - The murder of Charmaine West 44:28 - Fred West commits suicide
46:34 - Forensic odontology brings new evidence to the case 49:05 - The trial of Rose West 53:17 - Outro This episode is sponsored by... 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: 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 The Samaritans helpline: 116 123 Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200
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Devils in the Dark - S1 Ep7: Stephen Port, The Grindr Killer
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03/28/22 • 50 min

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)
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Devils in the Dark - S2 Ep15: The Lioness of Brittany, Jeanne De Clisson
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11/21/22 • 49 min

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 Thrones level badassery, a love story to rival Romeo and Juliet, and a strange confession from our Helen.
Devils in The Dark contains details of graphic violence and murder. 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 Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward.
Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
This episode is sponsored by...
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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
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Devils in the Dark - S1 Ep8: Dorothea Puente, The Killer OAP
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04/04/22 • 54 min

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 - Introduction 11:25 - Where Dorothea’s story begins 16:26 - The murder of Ruth Monroe 20:29 - Dorothea’s first stint in prison 22:54 - The disappearance of Alvaro ‘Bert’ Montoya 24:18 - Dorothea gets a visit from the police 25:55 - Danni has thoughts about Lin Manuel Miranda 27:15 - John Cabrera digs in Dorothea’s garden 31:49 - Dorothea goes on the run 38:38 - Dorothea gets found 39:58 - Identifying the bodies 41:25 - How did Dorothea do it? 43:03 - The murder of Everson Gillmouth 44:17 - The trial of Dorothea Puente 49:00 - Cooking with a Serial Killer 53:39 - Outro 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 Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200
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Devils in the Dark - S3 Ep2: Mona Fandey, The Fame Obsessed Murderess
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05/22/23 • 61 min

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 themselves in for.
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 Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward.
This episode is sponsored by...
BetterHelp. Visit www.betterhelp.com/DITD to get 10% off your first month!
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
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
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Devils in the Dark - S2 Ep5: Thierry Paulin, The Monster of Montmartre
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09/12/22 • 55 min

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 - Introduction
07:26 - Theirry’s story begins in Martinique
09:25 - Thierry moves to France aged just 17
09:48 - The love affair of Thierry Paulin and Jean-Thierry Mathurin
11:46 - Thierry and Jean-Thierry start a murderous spree
16:16 - The horrible murder of Alice Benaim
19:22 - Detectives at La Brigade Criminelle start to scramble
24:17 - The killing couple move to Toulouse
25:20 - Thierry and Jean-Theirry break up
35:54 - A drug deal gone wrong
36:56 - Thierry Paulin is diagnosed with AIDs
37:51 - Thierry ups his offending
42:12 - Survivor Bertha Finalteri finally cracks the case for Paris detectives
43:43 - The arrests of Thierry Paulin and Jean-Thierry Mathurin
47:59 - Thierry Paulin dies aged just 25
49:22 - The trial of Jean-Thierry Mathurin
51:10 - Notes on the death sentence
56:19 - What kind of old women would Helen and Danni be?
58:45 - Outro
This 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: 116 123
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.
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Devils in the Dark - S1 Ep11: Rodney Alcala, The Dating Game Killer
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04/25/22 • 47 min

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard take a look at one of the worst killers in history, the Dating Game killer, Rodney Alcala. After ‘reforming’ twice, Rodney was free to roam The United States, studying under Roman Polanski, and killing an unimaginable number of young girls and women... oh, and he had time to star on American reality TV dating show The Dating Game too. Expect the worst self defence since Ted Bundy and the creepiest game show contestant you’ve ever heard. Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence, including against children, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised. 00:00 - Introduction 09:19 - Where Rodney’s story begins 13:43 - Rodney’s first known assault 18:47 - Rodney’s first stint in jail 19:40 - The ‘reformed’ Rodney 22:05 - The murder of Ellen Hover 24:43 - The murder of Jill Parenteau 25:41- The murder of Robin Samsoe 30:19 - The Dating Game 35:25 - Rodney is arrested 35:59 - The discovery of the storage locker 38:57 - A shocking conviction U-Turn 41:24 - DA Matt Murphy steps up to the plate 44:41 - Rodney Alcala decided to represent himself at trial 49:07 - Brand new evidence 50:22 - The final verdict 52:45 - Outro This episode is sponsored by... Typology. To claim your free 9-ingredient lip balm when you order a tinted serum or any other product, go to www.typology.com, add the 9-ingredient lip balm to your cart and add the code DEVILS at checkout. Skin+Me. Head to www.skinandme.com to get your first month free with code DEVILS. CalmUK. Go to www.calm.com/devils to claim 40% a Calm Premium Subscription. 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 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
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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard take a look at the case of Raoul Moat, the murderer on the run that had the UK glued to their TV screens. After getting out of prison, Raoul took his hatred of the police to a whole new level, murdering two innocent men and seriously injuring his ex-girlfriend before turning the gun on himself. Expect a terrifying meat head of a man, a vendetta against the police, serious ‘roid rage, and football star Gazza turning up to save the day with a fishing rod and a chicken dinner... 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 06:06 - Where Raoul’s story begins 11:35 - Raoul’s girlfriend, Samantha 14:29 - Raoul goes to prison 16:55 - Samantha’s new boyfriend, Christopher Brown 21:40 - Raoul’s Plan 22:28 - Raoul gets out of prison 23:35 - The murder of Christopher Brown 27:01 - Raoul’s letters 31:00 - Raoul calls 999 32:35 - The shooting of PC David Rathband 33:59 - Raoul goes on the run 42:18 - Gazza to the rescue 42:22 - The last ditch attempt to catch Raoul alive 45:37 - Raoul commits suicide 49:13 - Outro 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 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
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Devils in the Dark - S2 Ep3: The horrific crimes of Dennis Nilsen
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09/05/22 • 54 min

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 - Introduction
09:21 - Dennis’ story begins
14:24 - Dennis’ troubled relationship with his mother, Elizabeth Duthie Whyte
16:06 - Dennis faces loss for the first time
17:43 - 15 year old Dennis joins the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders
19:48 - Dennis heads to London to become a Civil Servant
20:38 - Dennis meets David Gallichan
21:47 - The murder of Stephen Holmes
26:36 - The murder of Canadian tourist, Kenneth Ockendon
28:53 - Dennis moves to Cranley Gardens, in Muswell Hill, North London and lures Carl Stotter into the flat
32:50 - The horrible rituals of Cranley Gardens
37:41 - A plumber is called to Cranley Gardens to investigate a strange smell
41:16 - Detective Chief Inspector Peter Jay is on the case
43:55 - Author Brian Masters visits Dennis’ flat
46:20 - The interrogation of Dennis Nilsen
52:12 - The murder of Graham Allen
57:04 - The sentencing of Dennis Nilsen
59:24 - Outro
This 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: 116 123
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.
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How many episodes does Devils in the Dark have?

Devils in the Dark currently has 48 episodes available.

What topics does Devils in the Dark cover?

The podcast is about True Crime, Comedy and Podcasts.

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The episode title 'S1 Ep14: Levi Bellfield, the Bus Stop Killer' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Devils in the Dark is 51 minutes.

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