EP183: The Comic Book Killer: Scripted, Skinn...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of suicide and may be distressing to hear. Please listen with caution.In 2017, a series of disappearances began to ripple through Zama, just outside Tokyo. The victims were young women between the ages of 17 and 26 who all left b ...  Show more

From 2022 to 2023, 19-year-old Madison Russo documented what she claimed was a relentless fight for her life, drawing in thousands of followers and raising nearly $40,000 on GoFundMe. She said she was battling acute lymphoblastic leukemia, Stage 2 pancreatic cancer, and a tumor “ ...  Show more

Known for his hulking frame and olive complexion, Earle Leonard Nelson was known as the Dark Strangler. In the early 20th century, this terrifying serial killer targeted older women in San Francisco. He charmed his way into their homes... then murdered them with his bare hands. ...  Show more

Every Monday and Thursday, dive into the twisted minds of the world’s most chilling murderers — from infamous serial killers to ruthless cult leaders, deadly exes, and terrifying spree killers. "Serial Killers & Murderous Minds" combines gripping true crime storytelling with expe ...  Show more

During the 1990s, serial killer Joel Rifkin stalked the streets of New York City. Operating in the shadows, Rifkin targeted vulnerable sex workers and disposed of his victims' bodies with disturbing precision. But his addiction to killing soon spiraled out of control... making hi ...  Show more

Serial killers are natural deceivers, but hearing them describe their crimes in their own words has big value. It can help us understand how their minds work, and gives investigators the tools to catch future killers. In this episode, DEVIANT host Dan Szematowicz revisits some of ...  Show more