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Among Monsters
Spreely Media
106 episodes
1 week ago

Among Monsters, hosted by Myia Vale, delivers a powerful blend of investigative true crime journalism and immersive cinematic storytelling. Each episode digs deep into serial killers, violent offenders, missing persons cases, unsolved mysteries, and new developments in the stories that haunt us most.

Myia examines every case with detailed research, verified sources, psychological profiling, and a commitment to accuracy. Listeners get clear timelines, offender behavior analysis, victim-centered narratives, and ongoing follow-ups as cases evolve.

This isn’t just a narrated crime show—it’s a full audio experience. Custom sound design, original FX, and atmospheric sound beds create a cinematic feeling that places you inside the investigation while keeping the focus on facts, context, and truth.

Among Monsters is built for true crime listeners who want depth, clarity, journalism, and storytelling that feels alive. If you follow serial killers, unsolved murders, missing persons investigations, or high-detail case analysis, this podcast is your new essential listen.

Where investigative reporting meets cinematic true crime.

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Among Monsters, hosted by Myia Vale, delivers a powerful blend of investigative true crime journalism and immersive cinematic storytelling. Each episode digs deep into serial killers, violent offenders, missing persons cases, unsolved mysteries, and new developments in the stories that haunt us most.

Myia examines every case with detailed research, verified sources, psychological profiling, and a commitment to accuracy. Listeners get clear timelines, offender behavior analysis, victim-centered narratives, and ongoing follow-ups as cases evolve.

This isn’t just a narrated crime show—it’s a full audio experience. Custom sound design, original FX, and atmospheric sound beds create a cinematic feeling that places you inside the investigation while keeping the focus on facts, context, and truth.

Among Monsters is built for true crime listeners who want depth, clarity, journalism, and storytelling that feels alive. If you follow serial killers, unsolved murders, missing persons investigations, or high-detail case analysis, this podcast is your new essential listen.

Where investigative reporting meets cinematic true crime.

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Among Monsters
Juan Vallejo Corona: The Farm Field Butcher – 25 Graves in the Orchard
In this chilling episode of Among Monsters, host Damien Vale unearths the horrifying legacy of Juan Vallejo Corona, the Mexican-born labor contractor who orchestrated one of the deadliest killing sprees in American history. In 1971, a farmer’s quiet orchard in Yuba City, California, became a mass grave — with 25 men buried in shallow pits, all stabbed, mutilated, and left to rot in the soil they once worked. Corona, who supplied migrant workers to local farms, kept a detailed ledger of names — later dubbed “The Death List” — and used his position of trust to lure transients into his web of death. This episode explores how mental illness, rage, and control transformed a hardworking family man into a cold-blooded killer whose victims were nearly forgotten by time.
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1 week ago
8 minutes 41 seconds

Among Monsters
John Edward Robinson: The Internet’s First Serial Killer – Seduction, Scams, and Secret Barrels
In this bone-chilling episode of Among Monsters, host Damien Vale explores the dark double life of John Edward Robinson, the charming businessman turned serial killer who used early internet chatrooms and BDSM forums to lure women to their deaths. Known as The Internet’s First Serial Killer, Robinson promised his victims jobs, romance, and adventure—only to manipulate, control, and ultimately murder them. Operating under aliases like “SlaveMaster,” Robinson used phony adoption papers, fake letters, and forged identities to cover his tracks. But when police searched his storage unit and property in 2000, they uncovered sealed barrels containing the remains of five women — with at least two more victims never recovered. This episode examines how the web became a weapon in the hands of a calculating killer, and how technology helped both conceal and ultimately expose one of America’s most sinister predators.
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2 weeks ago
9 minutes 25 seconds

Among Monsters
Hunted In Plain Sight James Phelps And Cassidy Rainwater
In Hunted in Plain Sight, Among Monsters explores the heartbreaking case of Cassidy Rainwater and the disturbing crimes of James Phelps, revealing how trust, isolation, and hidden cruelty allowed a predator to operate in plain sight within a quiet Missouri community.
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2 weeks ago
30 minutes 11 seconds

Among Monsters
Robert Joe Long: The Classified Ad Killer – Rape, Murder, and a Notebook Full of Names
n this harrowing episode of Among Monsters, host Damien Vale delves into the horrifying crimes of Robert Joe Long, the so-called Classified Ad Rapist and Tampa Bay Serial Killer. Responsible for over 50 rapes and at least 10 murders during the 1980s, Long used newspaper ads to find his victims — luring women under the guise of buying items and then turning their trust into terror. With a chilling obsession for control, Long abducted, tortured, and murdered women across Florida, meticulously recording each crime in handwritten ledgers and maps. But his reign of terror came to an end thanks to the courage of 17-year-old Lisa McVey, who survived his attack, memorized his movements, and led police straight to his door. This episode explores the depravity of a man who cataloged death
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3 weeks ago
8 minutes 42 seconds

Among Monsters
Christopher Ravek
Christopher Ravek seemed like the perfect neighbor — calm, polite, invisible. But beneath his quiet exterior lay a darkness waiting to surface. In this chilling episode of Among Monsters, Myia Vale exposes the twisted secrets, psychological unraveling, and hidden horrors of a man who became something far worse than anyone imagined.
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1 month ago
1 hour 9 minutes 19 seconds

Among Monsters
Among Monsters Christa Pike
A haunting look at Christa Pike’s descent into darkness — from troubled youth to convicted killer.
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3 months ago
50 minutes 11 seconds

Among Monsters
The Cosmic Predator: Heriberto Seda, NYC's Zodiac Copycat Killer
On Among Monsters, Damien Vale dives into the chilling case of Heriberto Seda, the "Zodiac Copycat Killer," a man who terrorized 1990s New York City, choosing victims by their astrological signs. Tonight, unravel the profoundly fractured mind of Heriberto Seda, a Brooklyn recluse who mimicked California's infamous Zodiac Killer, seeking infamy through a twisted cosmic mission. Explore how Seda, fueled by an obsession with astrology and homemade zip guns, targeted and attacked residents of NYC based solely on their star signs, leaving cryptic notes and ciphers. Damien Vale recounts the terror that gripped the city from 1990-1993, and the dramatic police standoff in 1996 that finally led to Seda's capture and the discovery of his chilling, self-documented descent into madness. Learn about his unrepentant belief that he was a "chosen instrument of cosmic justice" and the profound narcissism that drove his crimes. This isn't just a true crime story; it's a deep dive into copycat killers, astrology's dark side, urban serial murder, and the psychology of a manipulative predator. A crucial listen for fans of Zodiac lore, cold cases, and anyone seeking to understand how twisted belief can become deadly. #HeribertoSeda #ZodiacCopycat #ZodiacKiller #NYCCrime #BrooklynMurders #SerialKiller #Astrology #StarSigns #ZipGuns #TrueCrime #UrbanTerror #PoliceStandoff #CriminalPsychology #Narcissist #CopycatKiller #DamienVale #AmongMonsters #Podcast #TrueCrimePodcast #ColdCases #NYC90s #JehovahsWitness (for background context) #UnrepentantKiller #CrimeDocs #DarkHistory #AstrologicalCrimes #ZodiacLetters #MurderMystery  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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3 months ago
24 minutes 20 seconds

Among Monsters
The Werewolf Butcher: Jack Spillman's Ritual Murders & Washington's Hidden Horror
On Among Monsters, Damien Vale unearths the terrifying true story of Jack Owen Spillman, "The Werewolf Butcher," a serial killer who enacted horrifying rituals of blood and mutilation in quiet Washington towns. Tonight, descend into the mind of Jack Spillman, a predator obsessed with becoming a "werewolf" through grotesque acts. Explore his disturbing childhood, his meticulous preparation, and the chilling details of his ritualistic murders, including 9-year-old Rachael Carver and the Huffman mother and daughter. This episode delves into the disturbing discovery of his personal journal, revealing his perverse fantasies of consumption and transformation. Damien Vale exposes the calculated nature of Spillman's crimes, the precision of his mutilations, and how this quiet man hid his monstrous identity for years. Learn why even seasoned investigators were left profoundly shaken by the sheer depravity and symbolic horror of his actions. A crucial listen for true crime enthusiasts, those interested in serial killer psychology, ritualistic crimes, cannibalism, and the dark reality of monsters lurking in plain sight. #JackOwenSpillman #WerewolfButcher #SerialKiller #RitualisticMurders #Mutilation #Cannibalism #TrueCrime #WashingtonState #Wenatchee #RachaelCarver #HuffmanMurders #PsychologicalHorror #HiddenMonster #DamienVale #AmongMonsters #Podcast #TrueCrimePodcast #CriminalPsychology #Obsession #Delusion #ColdCases #CrimeDocs #DarkHistory #UnseenEvil #Predator #TrueStory #MonstersAmongUs #StagedBodies See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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3 months ago
22 minutes 24 seconds

Among Monsters
The Phantom Soldier: David Penton's Trail of Vanished Children & America's Blind Spots
On Among Monsters, Damien Vale uncovers the chilling true story of David Elliot Penton, the military man turned serial killer whose family-man facade concealed a monster hunting young girls across the highways of Texas, Ohio, and beyond. Tonight, step into a haunting narrative of hidden evil and systemic failures. David Penton, a seemingly ordinary soldier and father, unleashed a decades-long reign of terror after his own son's mysterious death. Explore how this elusive predator exploited the lack of national databases and interstate communication in the 1980s, leaving a trail of abducted and murdered children like Christina Williams, Nydra Ross, and Tammy Vincent, while repeatedly slipping through law enforcement's grasp. Damien Vale delves into Penton's chilling intelligence, his manipulative letters from prison, and the eventual forensic breakthroughs that finally connected his cross-country crimes. This episode is a stark examination of child abduction, serial killer psychology, and the critical systemic changes (like the advent of Amber Alerts) born from such profound tragedies. A vital listen for true crime enthusiasts, those interested in missing persons cases, and anyone seeking to understand the enduring impact of unseen monsters. #DavidElliotPenton #PhantomSoldier #ChildAbduction #SerialKiller #MissingChildren #TrueCrime #TexasCrime #OhioCrime #FortHood #MilitaryMan #ColdCase #1980sCrime #AmberAlerts #SystemicFailure #HiddenMonster #DamienVale #AmongMonsters #Podcast #TrueCrimePodcast #CriminalPsychology #VictimAdvocacy #UnsolvedCases #JusticeForChildren #MissingPersons #CrossCountryKiller #HighwayMurders #FamilyTragedy #CrimeDocs #TrueStory See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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4 months ago
26 minutes 25 seconds

Among Monsters
The Chameleon Killer: Charles Ray Hatcher's Decades of Deceit & Systemic Failure
On Among Monsters, Damien Vale cracks open the shocking case of Charles Ray Hatcher, a master manipulator and serial killer who exploited the legal system for decades, leaving a devastating trail of child victims across America. Tonight, descend into the chilling story of Charles Ray Hatcher, a career criminal whose cunning allowed him to masquerade as insane, sane, victim, or good guy—whatever lie served his purpose. Explore Hatcher's deeply dysfunctional origins in Missouri, where violence was a family legacy. Discover how this elusive predator perfected the art of feigning mental illness, repeatedly escaping prison and psychiatric institutions, only to unleash more terror with each release. Damien Vale traces Hatcher's horrifying spree from Nebraska to California, Illinois, and beyond, detailing the murders of young boys like William Freeman and Michelle Steele Jr., and revealing his confession to over a dozen more victims. This episode is a stark examination of systemic failures, parole board oversights, and how a master manipulator exploited the very mechanisms designed to stop him. A powerful listen for true crime enthusiasts, those interested in criminal psychology, the flaws in the justice system, and the chilling reality of unseen predators. Understand how Hatcher operated for nearly 30 years, and why his story serves as a critical warning about the monsters who hide behind paper trails and calculated deception. #CharlesRayHatcher #ChameleonKiller #SerialKiller #MasterManipulator #SystemicFailure #TrueCrime #ChildMurder #SexualAssault #LegalSystemFlaws #MentalHealthSystem #ParoleFailure #UnconfirmedVictims #MissouriCrime #NebraskaCrime #IllinoisCrime #CaliforniaCrime #MidwestMurders #DamienVale #AmongMonsters #Podcast #TrueCrimePodcast #CriminalPsychology #Sociopath #ColdCases #JusticeForVictims #UnseenMonster #CrimeDocs #DarkHistory #AmericanCrime #TrueStory #Homicide #SexualDeviance See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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4 months ago
26 minutes 57 seconds

Among Monsters
The Grin of Death: Keith Jesperson, The Happy Face Killer's Highway Reign
On Among Monsters, Damien Vale reveals the terrifying true story of Keith Hunter Jesperson, the "Happy Face Killer," a long-haul truck driver whose charming smile concealed a monstrous rage and a cross-country trail of victims. Tonight, descend into the chilling odyssey of one of America's most elusive serial killers. Discover how Keith Jesperson, a man driven by rejection and a perverse need for control, transformed the open road into his hunting ground, targeting vulnerable women at truck stops and rest areas across multiple states. This episode unearths the horrifying details of his strangulation murders, his chilling confessions scrawled with a smiley face, and the bizarre twist that initially led to the wrongful conviction of innocent individuals. Damien Vale delves into Jesperson's disturbing childhood, his escalating violence, and his insatiable craving for notoriety, even from prison. Learn how this hidden monster operated in plain sight, benefiting from jurisdictional gaps and a tragic societal indifference to marginalized victims. This isn't just a true crime account; it's a profound exploration of narcissistic rage, serial killer psychology, and the silent screams of those whose stories often go untold. A compelling listen for fans of true crime, psychological thrillers, and anyone seeking to understand the dark secrets that can hide behind the most innocuous of smiles. #KeithHunterJesperson #HappyFaceKiller #SerialKiller #TruckDriverKiller #HighwayMurders #CrossCountryCrimes #TrueCrime #HiddenMonster #SmileyFaceKiller #TaunjaBennett #JulieAnnWinningham #VictimAdvocacy #ColdCase #WrongfulConviction #RestStopMurders #DamienVale #AmongMonsters #Podcast #TrueCrimePodcast #CriminalPsychology #Narcissism #StLouisCrime #OregonMurders #WashingtonMurders #CaliforniaCrime #FloridaMurders #WyomingCrime #UnidentifiedVictims #HiddenEvil #CrimeDocs #JusticeForVictims #UnsolvedMysteries (for the lingering questions) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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4 months ago
28 minutes 24 seconds

Among Monsters
Hadden Clark: The Cross-Dressing Cannibal
On Among Monsters, Damien Vale descends into the chilling world of Hadden Clark, an elusive serial killer who haunted Maryland and New England, claiming to consume his victims and collecting their gruesome "trophies." Tonight, unravel the profoundly fractured mind of Hadden Irving Clark, a predator whose quiet demeanor masked an unimaginable capacity for cruelty. This episode delves into Clark's disturbing childhood, marked by abuse and undiagnosed mental illness, which set him on a terrifying path. Discover how he lured unsuspecting women, including 6-year-old Michele Dorr and 23-year-old Laura Houghteling, into his web of deceit and torture, often wearing elaborate disguises. Explore the horrifying discovery of Clark's "trophy trunk" filled with victim belongings, and his chilling claims of cannibalism and dozens of unconfirmed murders. Damien Vale exposes the systematic nature of Clark's crimes, his taunting of authorities, and the tragic reality that many of his victims, often marginalized, remain nameless and unfound. This is more than a true crime story; it's a deep psychological portrait of a monster who operated in plain sight, a stark reminder that evil can walk in unexpected forms. A crucial listen for fans of true crime, psychological thrillers, and those interested in the complexities of serial killers, mental illness, and cold cases. #HaddenClark #SerialKiller #Cannibalism #TrueCrime #HiddenVictims #PsychologicalHorror #MarylandMurders #NewEnglandCrime #ColdCase #UnsolvedMurders #MissingPersons #Disguises #TrophyKiller #DamienVale #AmongMonsters #Podcast #TrueCrimePodcast #MentalIllness #Schizophrenia #VictimAdvocacy #ForensicPsychology #StLouisCrime (if relevant for early life search) #RealCrime #DarkHistory #DisturbingCases #CrimeAnalysis #Predator #TrueStory #MonstersAmongUs #UnidentifiedVictims See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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4 months ago
26 minutes 58 seconds

Among Monsters
“Maury Travis: The Basement of Nightmares – Inside the Mind of a St. Louis Serial Killer”
In this chilling episode of Among Monsters, host Damien Vale descends into the twisted world of Maury Travis, one of America’s most terrifying and methodical serial killers. Between 2000 and 2002, Travis abducted, tortured, and murdered multiple women in the St. Louis area—turning his suburban basement into a real-life dungeon of horrors. Using bondage equipment, surveillance cameras, and a homemade torture rack, Travis meticulously filmed his crimes, narrating them with haunting calmness. He taunted police with anonymous letters, maps, and chilling boasts of “more victims than he could count on his hands and feet.” His arrogance ultimately led to his capture, when a digital trail from a map he mailed to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch led authorities straight to him. Inside his home, investigators uncovered dozens of tapes, restraints, and trophies—evidence of sadism so profound, it remains one of the most disturbing crime scenes in Missouri history. Join Damien Vale as he unearths Travis’s descent into darkness, explores the investigative breakthroughs that ended his killing spree, and reflects on the unanswered questions that still haunt this case. How many women did Travis really kill? What do the unreleased tapes truly contain? And what drove a seemingly quiet hotel waiter to commit such unimaginable acts? This is not just a story about murder—it's about calculated evil, buried secrets, and the victims who deserve to be remembered. #MauryTravis #SerialKillerPodcast #AmongMonsters #TrueCrime #StLouisMurders #BasementKiller #TortureChamber #CannibalKiller #StLouisTrueCrime #FBIInvestigation #UnsolvedMurders #VictimAdvocacy #TrueCrimePodcast #DamienVale #MurderInMissouri #HorrorBasement #RealMonsters #TrueCrimeStory #JusticeForVictims #AmongMonstersPodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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5 months ago
25 minutes 39 seconds

Among Monsters
The Silent Prison: Douglas Taylor's Reign of Terror & Crystal Justice's Unseen Torment
On Among Monsters, Damien Vale unravels the chilling story of Douglas Taylor, a man who built a silent prison of fear and control, leading to the tragic death of Crystal Justice in Evansville, Indiana. Tonight, dive into a haunting narrative of hidden abuse and psychological domination that reveals the dark side of a seemingly ordinary suburban life. Douglas Taylor, to the outside world, was a quiet family man. But behind closed doors, he waged a years-long campaign of systematic torture against Crystal Justice, isolating her from friends and family, controlling every aspect of her existence, and inflicting both physical and emotional violence. This episode exposes the disturbing truth behind Crystal's death in 2016, initially dismissed as an overdose, but later uncovered as the devastating consequence of relentless neglect and abuse. Through the harrowing accounts of her children and the meticulous police investigation, Damien Vale reveals how Taylor meticulously broke Crystal's will, ensuring her silence and terrifying her into submission. This isn't just a true crime story; it's a profound exploration of domestic violence, narcissistic control, and the terrifying reality of monsters disguised by normalcy. Learn about the subtle, yet deadly, signs of coercive control and why victims like Crystal Justice often struggle to escape. A vital listen for anyone seeking to understand the deep complexities of abuse, the importance of listening to whispers, and the enduring fight for justice in the shadows.   Hashtagged Keywords:   #DouglasTaylor #CrystalJustice #EvansvilleIndiana #DomesticViolence #TrueCrime #PsychologicalAbuse #CoerciveControl #FamilyTerror #HiddenAbuse #SilentVictim #MurderPodcast #DamienVale #AmongMonsters #TrueCrimeCommunity #CrimeDocs #JusticeForCrystal #AbuseAwareness #VictimSupport #NarcissisticAbuse #UnseenTorment #IndianaCrime #CriminalJustice #TrueCrimePodcast #RealCrime #EmotionalAbuse #Neglect #FamilyAnnihilation #PodcastRecommendations #TrueStory #MonstersAmongUs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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5 months ago
25 minutes 46 seconds

Among Monsters
The Coffin of Control: Randall Coffland's St. Charles Family Annihilation
On Among Monsters, Damien Vale unearths the chilling story of Randall Coffland, whose desperate need for control culminated in the brutal murder of his twin daughters, Brittany and Tiffany, in St. Charles, Illinois. Tonight, step into a narrative woven with haunting poetry and stark reality, as we dissect the suburban tragedy of March 10, 2017. Randall Coffland, seemingly an ordinary father, masked a terrifying obsession with control that shattered his family. This episode delves deep into the psychological torment endured by his wife, Amy, and their 16-year-old daughters, exploring the insidious grip of emotional manipulation that festered behind closed doors. Discover how Coffland's world unraveled when Amy sought independence, leading to his calculated, final act of dominance. We explore the chilling composure of a man who, after executing his children and shooting his wife, calmly dialed 911. This is more than a true crime account; it's a profound examination of domestic violence, possessiveness disguised as love, and the often-unseen signs that precede catastrophic family annihilation. Join Damien Vale as he probes the quiet, polite façade of a man who became a monster, reminding us that evil often wears familiar faces and operates in plain sight. A compelling listen for those interested in the psychology of crime, domestic abuse awareness, and the dark side of human control. #RandallCoffland #StCharlesIL #FamilyAnnihilation #TrueCrime #DomesticViolence #ControlFreak #PsychologicalAbuse #MurderPodcast #BrittanyAndTiffany #AmyCoffland #TrueCrimeCommunity #CrimeDocs #HiddenMonsters #SuburbiaHorror #DamienVale #AmongMonsters #Podcast #TrueCrimeStories #EmotionalManipulation #FamilyTragedy #IllinoisCrime #WarningSigns #VictimAdvocacy #ForensicPsychology #ToxicRelationships #Obsession #CrimeAnalysis #RealCrime #JusticeForBrittanyAndTiffany See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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5 months ago
23 minutes 12 seconds

Among Monsters
The Vampire Father: Marcus Wesson's Cult of Blood & The Fresno Family Massacre
Among Monsters delves into the chilling true story of Marcus Wesson, the self-proclaimed "Vampire Father" who orchestrated one of America's most horrific family massacres in Fresno, California. In this harrowing episode, host Damien Vale unearths the twisted life and dark legacy of Marcus Wesson, a man who transformed his own family into a captive cult. Discover how Wesson, a drifter from Kansas, meticulously groomed, abused, and controlled his daughters and nieces, fathering multiple children through incest, all while constructing a terrifying, personalized theology centered on blood, divine death, and his absolute power as "Master." Explore the disturbing details of his isolated household, where children were denied education, lived in squalor, and were indoctrinated into a bizarre "Arrangement"—a suicide pact meant to "preserve holiness." Learn about the dramatic standoff on March 12, 2004, when police responded to a child custody dispute that tragically unmasked Wesson's house of horrors, revealing nine bodies—seven children and two young women—all executed. This isn't just a crime story; it's a deep dive into the psychological terror of generational abuse, religious manipulation, and cultic control. Damien Vale examines Wesson's background, his time in the military, and the insidious methods he used to bind his victims to him, even unto death. Understand the complex trial that followed and the lasting impact on the survivors and the Fresno community. Join us as we question the true nature of evil and explore how monsters can emerge in the most unexpected places—within a family, under the guise of faith. A crucial listen for true crime enthusiasts, those interested in cult dynamics, and anyone seeking to understand the darkest corners of human behavior.   #MarcusWesson #TrueCrime #FresnoMurders #FamilyMassacre #Cults #ReligiousAbuse #IncestSurvivor #ChildAbuse #AmericanCrime #VampireFather #PsychologicalThriller #MurderMystery #DamienVale #AmongMonsters #Podcast #CrimePodcast #TrueCrimeCommunity #CrimeDocs #DarkHistory #PsychologyOfCrime #SerialKiller (though he was not a serial killer in the traditional sense, people might search this for extreme cases) #DomesticViolence #ColdCaseFiles (though solved, the impact resonates) #CriminalJustice #ForensicFiles (for those interested in investigation) #UnsolvedMysteries (even if solved, the 'why' remains a mystery) #CultLeader #RealCrime #HorrorStories #CaliforniaCrime See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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5 months ago
23 minutes 53 seconds

Among Monsters
The Silent Witnesses: The Tragic Fates of Ira Briscoe and Limon Little
Uncover the deeply unsettling, unsolved deaths of Ira Briscoe and Limon Little in Sikeston, Missouri, in 1953, in this Among Monsters episode. Explore how these two Black men met their violent ends within months of each other, during the harsh era of Jim Crow segregation. This podcast meticulously details the official, yet highly contested, narratives: Briscoe's alleged suicide by hanging in police custody at the Sikeston city jail, despite evidence of severe bruising, and Little's supposed accidental drowning after a confrontation with a white city marshal, despite signs of a beating. Investigate the overwhelming community suspicion of murder and cover-up by local authorities, fueled by eyewitness accounts of injuries inconsistent with official reports. This professionally narrated true crime story sheds light on the systemic racial injustice, lack of accountability, and widespread fear that plagued Black communities in the mid-20th century South. Essential listening for true crime enthusiasts, historians, and those interested in civil rights cold cases, offering a profound look into the monsters of unchecked power and prejudice. #IraBriscoe #LimonLittle #SikestonMO #MissouriTrueCrime #JimCrowSouth #RacialInjustice #UnsolvedMurders #PoliceBrutality #ColdCase #1953Mystery #AfricanAmericanHistory #Segregation #SystemicRacism #AmongMonsters #CrimePodcast #CivilRightsHistory #MissouriHistory #UnaccountableJustice #ForensicFiles #ConspiracyTheory #TrueCrimeCommunity #PodcastSEO #ApplePodcasts #GooglePodcasts #OrganicRanking #UnheardStories #BlackHistory #SouthernGothic #TrueCrimePodcast                     See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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6 months ago
15 minutes 45 seconds

Among Monsters
The Neighborhood Predator: The Abduction and Murder of Hailey Owens
Uncover the heartbreaking truth behind the murder of Hailey Owens in this Among Monsters episode. Explore the tragic 2014 abduction of the 10-year-old girl in Springfield, Missouri, and the swift, brutal crime committed by Craig Michael Wood, a seemingly ordinary and trusted neighborhood cable technician. This podcast details the immediate Amber Alert, the frantic community search, and the horrific discovery of Hailey's body at Wood's residence. Delve into the killer's methodical depravity, his lack of prior violent history, and how his profession provided a chilling cover. The episode meticulously recounts the investigation by the Springfield Police Department (SPD), Wood's subsequent trial and conviction for first-degree murder, kidnapping, and rape, and his ultimate death sentence. This professionally narrated true crime story emphasizes the profound betrayal of trust, the devastating impact on the Springfield, Missouri, community, and the ongoing advocacy for child safety. Essential listening for true crime enthusiasts, parents, and anyone seeking to understand the insidious nature of predators hiding in plain sight. #HaileyOwens #TrueCrime #SpringfieldMO #MissouriMurders #ChildAbduction #CraigWood #TrustedNeighbor #SerialKiller #Kidnapping #Rape #DeathPenalty #UnspeakableCrimes #AmongMonsters #CrimePodcast #PoliceInvestigation #JusticeForHailey #ChildSafety #PredatorInPlainSight #CommunityImpact #TrueCrimeCommunity #PodcastSEO #ApplePodcasts #GooglePodcasts #OrganicRanking #TragicDeath #ForensicFiles #CriminalPsychology #LocalCrime #MidwestCrime See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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6 months ago
13 minutes 11 seconds

Among Monsters
The Desert's Secret: The Unsolved Death of Lauren Cho
Explore the perplexing and unresolved death of Lauren Cho in this Among Monsters episode. Delve into the mysterious disappearance of the 30-year-old former music teacher from Hunterdon County, New Jersey, in June 2021, from an Airbnb property between Yucca Valley and Morongo Valley, California. This podcast details the argument with her friend and former boyfriend, Cody Orell, her departure without a phone or essentials, and the initial search efforts by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. Uncover the heartbreaking discovery of her remains in October 2021 and the crucial autopsy results that listed her cause and manner of death as "undetermined" and "unknown." Examine the theories surrounding her vanishing, including voluntary disappearance, accidental death in the harsh desert, or potential foul play. This professionally narrated episode also addresses the media attention disparity compared to other missing persons cases and the family's persistent search for answers. A compelling listen for true crime enthusiasts, those interested in missing persons cases, and the mysteries of the California desert. #LaurenCho #YuccaValley #MissingPerson #UnsolvedMystery #TrueCrime #CaliforniaMystery #MorongoValley #JoshuaTree #UndeterminedDeath #ColdCase #AmongMonsters #Podcast #TrueCrimeCommunity #SanBernardinoCounty #DesertMystery #CodyOrell #Disappearance #MusicTeacher #CaliforniaDesert #UnexplainedDeath #JusticeForLaurenCho #PodcastSEO #ApplePodcasts #GooglePodcasts #OrganicRanking #Missing411 #TrueCrimePodcast #UnresolvedCase #MysterySolved #SanBernardino #CaliforniaTrueCrime #HikingMystery See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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6 months ago
16 minutes 4 seconds

Among Monsters
The Human Canvas of Cruelty: Marina Abramović's Rhythm 0
Explore the shocking and iconic performance art piece Marina Abramović's Rhythm 0 in this Among Monsters episode. Delve into the 1974 performance in Naples, Italy, where Abramović stood passive for six hours, allowing the audience to use 72 objects, ranging from a rose to a loaded gun, on her body. This podcast meticulously details the chilling escalation from gentle interactions to acts of extreme depravity, including cutting her clothes, slicing her skin, and aiming a loaded gun at her head. Discover how this powerful endurance art piece became a real-time study in human nature, power dynamics, and the absence of consequence, echoing notorious social experiments. Learn about the psychological implications of the audience's behavior and Abramović's profound insights into humanity's capacity for both care and cruelty when inhibitions are removed. Essential listening for art enthusiasts, psychology students, and anyone fascinated by the darkest aspects of the human condition and the power of performance art to reveal uncomfortable truths.   #MarinaAbramović #Rhythm0 #PerformanceArt #HumanDepravity #SocialExperiment #Psychology #NaplesItaly #ArtHistory #EnduranceArt #UnsettlingArt #HumanNature #TrueCrimePodcast #AmongMonsters #PsychologicalThriller #Vulnerability #PowerDynamics #AbsenceOfConsequence #MilgramExperiment #StanfordPrisonExperiment #ArtisticExpression #ControversialArt #DamienVale #PodcastSEO #ApplePodcasts #GooglePodcasts #OrganicRanking #HumanCruelty See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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6 months ago
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Among Monsters

Among Monsters, hosted by Myia Vale, delivers a powerful blend of investigative true crime journalism and immersive cinematic storytelling. Each episode digs deep into serial killers, violent offenders, missing persons cases, unsolved mysteries, and new developments in the stories that haunt us most.

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