True Crime Bedtime Stories

Genie - Feral Child

In 1970, a 13-year-old girl was discovered in Los Angeles, locked away in a room and isolated for most of her life. Known as Genie, her story became one of the most haunting cases of child neglect and a controversial subject of scientific study. Tonight, we explore her tragic past, the desperate attempts to help her, and the ethical questions that arose as her life unfolded under the world's watch. Our TikTok Account Our Instagram Account For support, visit this website to find the helplines for your country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bloody Benders

In the untamed plains of 1870s Kansas, a family welcomed weary travelers to their roadside inn, offering a warm meal and a place to rest. But for some, the stay would be their last. Tonight, we uncover the chilling story of the Bender family, whose homestead became the setting for unspeakable horrors—and the mystery that still surrounds their fate. Our TikTok Account Our Instagram Account For support, visit this website to find the helplines for your country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Disappearance of Ben McDaniel

In August 2010, Ben McDaniel entered the waters of Vortex Spring and was never seen again. What began as a dive turned into a mystery, leaving behind only questions and whispers of what might have happened beneath the surface. Tonight, we quietly trace his last known steps and the secrets the water may still hold. Our TikTok Account Our Instagram Account For support, visit this website to find the helplines for your country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph James DeAngelo

In this gripping episode, we uncover the terrifying story of Joseph James DeAngelo, better known as the Golden State Killer. For decades, he evaded capture while committing a series of brutal crimes—ranging from burglaries and rapes to murders—across California. How did this former police officer manage to stay under the radar for so long, and what finally led to his arrest in 2018? We’ll dive into the chilling details of his double life and the groundbreaking DNA evidence that finally brought a notorious serial predator to justice. Our TikTok Account Our Instagram Account For support, visit this website to find the helplines for your country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disappearance of Johnny Gosch

In this episode, we return to one of the most haunting missing person cases in U.S. history—the disappearance of Johnny Gosch. In 1982, the 12-year-old vanished while delivering newspapers, leaving behind more questions than answers. Was Johnny a victim of a kidnapping ring, a conspiracy, or something far more sinister? Decades later, the case remains unsolved, shrouded in mystery and controversy. Join us as we dig into the puzzling details and disturbing theories surrounding a case that continues to baffle investigators and captivate the public. Our TikTok Account Our Instagram Account For support, visit this website to find the helplines for your country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.