Obscura: A True Crime Podcast

Dylon Peterson's tragic decision in Omaha reveals a storm of emotions in a chilling 911 call. Dylon Peterson, age 25, was known for his artistic passion and close-knit friend circle. But turmoil lay beneath, foreshadowing an irreversible snap. On December 3, 2020, in Omaha, Nebraska, Dylon Peterson's name would become synonymous with heartbreak. The 911 call he made revealed a young man at...

BLACK LABEL CONTENT — Premium subscribers only The vanishing of William Blodgett from New Orleans unravels secrets cloaked in bayou darkness. William Blodgett's disappearance is a tale of plaqued promises, family secrets, and the imperceptible evil that surrounds. With each day stretching absence, Louisiana's bayous harbor an uneasy stillness. William, known for his warmth and deep ties to...

The harrowing death of David Litts unfolds in Allentown amidst chilling interrogation footage. David Litts, age 32, was an aspiring musician with an infectious laugh, beloved by friends and community. A sudden familial visit on a crisp night in 2006 would change everything. On February 23, 2006, Litts was found lifeless in a secluded part of Allentown, Pennsylvania. The environment suggested a bru...

Charlotte, 17 months: one breath would have saved her. Charlotte Pratt, not yet two, lay motionless in a crib as an innocent victim in Pittsburgh, PA. Her life, filled with love yet barely begun, ended on April 6, 2018. Her mother, Jhenea Pratt, placed a fateful 911 call that would reverberate sorrow through their community. When responders arrived, Charlotte was silent, save for the concerned whi...

BLACK LABEL CONTENT — Premium subscribers only The darkness that enveloped Derek Rosa in Springfield shatters a mother's joy into pieces of forgotten dreams. Derek Rosa, a budding rapper, dreamed of stardom. But in September 2019, a murder sundered his life from dreams of positivity. Following Derek's untimely death, investigators uncovered a tangled web of grievances obscured by the venee...

BLACK LABEL: Under the shadow of Mount Toubkal, darkness twists with every step. An unassuming trail becomes a path to terror. This episode is part of our Black Label series, exploring the haunting events that took a sinister turn along Mount Toubkal’s trails. The allure of wanderlust clashed with the grim reality that everything was not as it seemed. We delve deeper into the chilling backstory th...

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Tallahassee was never the same after 2018. A mass shooting ruptured the ordinary progression of life in this Florida city, casting a long shadow over the community. The incident's effect spread outward like ripples on a pond, disturbing the calm and challenging notions of safety. This Black Label episode brings you into the heart of the chaos with raw audio from 911 calls and witness interview...

BLACK LABEL: Colors fade, truths unravel. In the vibrant tapestries of life, horror hides in plain sight. This episode reveals the layers of a veneer cracked by reality's harsh truths. 'In Living Color' is not just a description of life but an unveiling of how appearances can deceive and hide unspeakable horrors. This is Black Label, where we expose what lies beneath the surface. Throu...

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BLACK LABEL CONTENT — Premium subscribers only The chilling descent of Trey Eric Sessler in Waller disrupts the boundary between persona and predator. Trey Eric Sessler, distinguished by his online presence, disguised darkness beneath a façade of creativity. In 2012, violent fantasies materialized into chilling reality. Black Label episodes veer into the disturbing duality of Sessler's life, c...

BLACK LABEL CONTENT — Premium subscribers only Family secrets unravel, exposing shadows buried within comfort's sanctuary. This Black Label episode tears down the façade of familial bonds, laying bare hidden truths stemming from bloodline ties. Within are stories entwined with complex loyalties and unyielding anguish. Real audio statements dive deeper into the silent wars that coexist beneath...

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The echoes of gunfire disrupt a Winter Park wedding. Daniel Knight's name became synonymous with tragedy on a day meant for joy. In the serene setting of Winter Park, Florida, a wedding turned into a battlefield in 2023, its joyous spirit shattered by the sound of gunshots. This case delves into the fragmented lives left behind in the wake of violence, featuring unfiltered body cam footage and...

BLACK LABEL: The Cage—where humanity’s fragility and strength collide within iron bars of despair. Part 3 of the Uber series, 'The Cage' delves deeply into the confines of human emotion and the desperation that drives one to the brink. Through uncensored interrogations and heart-stopping audio, Black Label lifts the veil on the torment faced behind closed doors. In the darkness of confinem...

BLACK LABEL: A circus of shadows—where the spotlight reveals the grotesque reality behind the spectacle. As the second part of the Uber series, 'Circus' employs chilling audio and vivid narratives to explore the chaos hidden behind a mask of normalcy. This is Black Label—pulling aside the curtain to unmask the performers and the roles they play in a world steeped in darkness. Through unset...

BLACK LABEL: In the shadows of common decency lies a sinister reality. Welcome to the Uber story. The first part of our Uber series explores the dark spectrum of humanity through raw, unfiltered audio and chilling testimonies. Black Label peels back the layers of everyday interactions, revealing the sinister undercurrents that pulse beneath. Through stark accounts and haunting audio, the episode p...

BLACK LABEL: Echoes of violence, reverberating through time, leaving a trail of devastation. Exploring the haunting resonance of crimes long past, 'Echoes of the Past' drags us into the chilling aftermath of violent acts. Black Label presents a merciless examination through shocking audio and the unyielding truth told by those who lived it. Through cryptic echoes and chilling narratives, u...

BLACK LABEL: An expedition into Yosemite’s depths reveals shadows that stretch beyond the wilds. 'Shadows Over Yosemite' invites listeners into a journey where nature's magnificence masks the sinister shadows lurking within. This Black Label episode strips back the scenic beauty to reveal the underlying darkness using real audio and eyewitness accounts. Witness the chilling transformat...

BLACK LABEL CONTENT — Premium subscribers only The final chapter of Gary Ridgway's deadly path exposes a curtain of complacency tightly drawn until justice awakens. This conclusive Black Label episode tugs listeners into the climactic unraveling of Ridgway's chilling saga, laid bare through confessions and court testimonies. The suspenseful proceedings delve into the psyche of a man who ev...

BLACK LABEL CONTENT — Premium subscribers only As the media spotlight sears Gary Ridgway, the Green River Task Force inches closer to ensnaring a shadow. This second installment follows the trail of predation Ridgway forged through 1980s Seattle. With every discovery, court audio and news archives weave a chilling melody of fear. Amidst distractions and false leads, the journey captures tortured m...

BLACK LABEL CONTENT — Premium subscribers only The nascent seeds of malice germinate in Gary Ridgway's early years, obliviously nurturing future atrocities. This Black Label episode scrutinizes Ridgway's formative years in 1960s Seattle, where context and memory intertwine to obscure the path ahead. Through meticulous recounting of interviews and childhood recollections, listeners encounte...

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Marc Dutroux's reign of terror reaches its grim conclusion. In the final installment of the series, step into the darkness that envelops one of Belgium's most notorious criminals. Going deeper than ever before, explore the depths of Dutroux's depravity and the ensuing quest for justice. Black Label episodes take liberties with the explicit, uncovering grisly details that chill the soul...

Two young lives lost in Belgium, Melissa Russo and Julie Lejeune. Melissa Russo, 8, and Julie Lejeune, 8. Friends whose laughter once filled the summer air, shadows of innocence against a backdrop of tranquility. On a quiet day in August 1995, in the quaint neighborhood of Liège, Belgium, Melissa and Julie vanished without a trace. Their disappearance sent ripples of fear through the community as...