One of the most prolific serial killers ever to live, Andrei Chikatilo murdered 53 people between 1978 and 1990. Greg and Vanessa examine how Chikatilo was molded by the horrors of World War II in Ukraine and then the Soviet Union. Driven by his impotence, he could only be satisfied by killing women and children.
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Jul 20
Gareth Williams: The Spy in the Bag
When a brilliant intelligence officer from MI6 is discovered dead inside a padlocked duffel bag in his London flat, investigators face an impossible crime scene—no signs of forced entry, no fingerprints, and theories ranging from suicide to espionage—as the shadow of secrecy arou ... Show More
35m 2s
Sep 2022
“The Red Ripper of Rostov" | The Andrei Chikatilo Story
Andrei Romanovich Chikatilo was a Soviet serial killer nicknamed The Butcher of Rostov, The Rostov Ripper, and The Red Ripper who sexually assaulted, murdered, and mutilated at least fifty-two women and children between 1978 and 1990 in the Russian SFSR, the Ukrainian SSR, and th ... Show More
37m 42s
Nov 2023
Luis Garavito: The Most Prolific Serial Killer in History
Uncover the horrifying true story of Luis Garavito, Colombia's prolific serial killer, in this chilling account. From childhood trauma to his gruesome crimes, explore the darkness that led to "The Beast's" reign of terror. Will justice prevail?
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1h 54m
May 2023
87: A Killer Deadlier than Hitler? Joseph Stalin Part 2 | Dark History with Bailey Sarian
Welcome to the Dark History podcast. And welcome to part two of our deep dive into the life of one of the most influential and destructive dictators of all time, Joseph Stalin. Stalin was responsible for the deaths of MILLIONS, and that’s just the beginning. Today, we’ll be cover ... Show More
36 m
Sep 2017
Episode 288: Robert Pickton Part I - Pig Sense
<p>It's time for another Heavy Hitter as we cover Robert "Willie" Pickton, Canada's most prolific serial killer. Join us as we cover his pig-shit covered childhood, his first forays into the world of meat and butchery, and his odd experience in America with cherry pies. Chill Wav ... Show More
1h 20m