Tales From the Underworld

In this episode, we dive into two haunting cases that expose deep cracks in the American justice system. First, we revisit the troubling story of Ryan Ferguson , a Missouri teenager convicted of a murder he didn’t commit—based on shaky eyewitness testimony and a dream turned into a confession. His decade-long fight for freedom raises serious questions about how truth gets buried in pursuit of a co...

In today’s episode we dive into two of the most perplexing and controversial mysteries of the modern age. First, we revisit the Dyatlov Pass Incident—a 1959 tragedy in the Ural Mountains where nine experienced hikers died under bizarre and still-unexplained circumstances. With missing eyes, crushed skulls, and a tent torn from within, the theories range from secret military tests to the paranormal...

In our thirteenth episode, we delve into two enduring mysteries that blend history, intrigue, and conspiracy. First, we explore the enigmatic Bardstown Conspiracy in Kentucky, a modern web of unsolved murders and potential corruption that has haunted the quiet town for over a decade. From the tragic death of Crystal Rogers to whispers of police involvement, we examine how the threads of secrecy an...

In this episode, we explore two shocking cases—one from the UK and one from Austria—both tied to dark secrets and horrifying crimes behind closed doors. The story of Virginia McCullough, who brutally murdered her elderly parents and concealed their remains for years, raises unsettling questions about hidden family violence and deception. Next we’ll dive into the case of Elisabeth Fritzl, a horrify...

In this episode, we dive into two chilling cases that gripped the nation. First, we examine the 2015 disappearance of Crystal Rogers , a mother of five who vanished from Bardstown, Kentucky. With her boyfriend, Brooks Houck, as the prime suspect and her father later murdered in an unsolved shooting, this case remains an open investigation full of twists, family tragedy, and unanswered questions. T...

In this gripping episode, we dive into two of history’s most daring jailbreaks. First, the legendary escape from Alcatraz—five men, an impenetrable prison, and a mystery that still haunts investigators today. Who were they? How did they manage the impossible? And did they survive the treacherous waters of the San Francisco Bay? Next, we uncover the story of Sarah Chandler. Passing off counterfeit...

In this thrilling episode, we dive into two of the most audacious jailbreaks in history. First, we recount the legendary escape of John Dillinger, the infamous Depression-era bank robber who broke out of an Indiana jail. His bold getaway cemented his status as America’s most wanted fugitive. Then, we fast-forward to 1973 for the dramatic Mountjoy Prison Helicopter Escape. In a scene straight out o...

In this episode, we explore the legacies of two men whose actions left deep scars—Liberian warlord Prince Johnson and U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Robert Bales. Prince Johnson, once a rebel leader in Liberia’s brutal civil war, became infamous for his role in the torture and execution of President Samuel Doe. Despite his violent past, he has remained a powerful political figure, raising questions abou...

Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of war crimes, violent acts, and disturbing historical events. Discretion is strongly advised. In this gripping episode, we explore two dark chapters in history - the Nazi looting of priceless art during World War II and the brutal actions of Arkan’s Tigers during the Balkan Wars. First, we uncover the Nazi regime’s systematic theft of art during...

Warning: This episode contains explicit descriptions of child sexual abuse, criminal violence, and disturbing historical events. Listener discretion is strongly advised. In this gripping episode, we delve into the tumultuous lives of two infamous figures: Gary Glitter, the disgraced glam rock icon, and Tony Sirico, the actor who played Paulie Walnuts in The Sopranos . Gary Glitter, once adored for...

Warning: This episode contains mature themes including organized crime, violent threats, and celebrity home invasions. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of Tales From the Underworld , we look at two stories where crime and celebrity culture collide—one from the golden age of Hollywood, the other from the tabloid-drenched 2000s. First, we trace the complicated and controversial histor...

Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of violent crimes, including mass murder and postmortem sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of Tales From the Underworld , we dig into two chilling tales from America’s past—one driven by raw brutality, the other by organized chaos. First, we trace the path of the Midwest Axeman, an unidentified killer who roamed the c...

Warning: This episode contains graphic content and descriptions of violent crimes. Listener discretion is advised. In this chilling double feature, Tales From the Underworld explores two of the most haunting unsolved cases in American true crime history. First, we travel to the desolate stretch between Houston and Galveston, Texas, known as the Texas Killing Fields —a place where more than 30 youn...

In this episode, we explore the dark legacies of Elizabeth Bathory, the "Blood Countess," and Gilles de Rais, a knight turned murderer. Bathory is said to have killed hundreds of young girls in pursuit of eternal youth, while de Rais allegedly performed horrific rituals after fighting alongside Joan of Arc. Were these tales exaggerated over time, or is there truth to the legends? Join us as we sep...