We Saw the Devil: Unfiltered Political Analysis

A short review, because I just watched Netflix's "My Father, the BTK Killer" and I need to talk about it. This isn't another documentary glorifying a serial killer. This is Kerri Rawson's story. She's the daughter of Dennis Rader, the BTK killer who murdered 10 people over nearly two decades while pretending to be a normal dad. Imagine finding out your Boy Scout leader father, who danced with you...

This is it. The last time we're talking about Chris Chan. Ever. After 18 years of internet infamy, we're closing the book on one of the most documented...and most disturbing...stories online. This final episode covers 2021-2025: the incest arrest that broke the internet, the charges that mysteriously vanished, and Chris's bizarre new life involving international travel, a mysterious girlfriend nam...

Federal agents rappeling from Black Hawk helicopters onto Chicago apartments. A U.S. citizen shot by Border Patrol. Military brass are humiliated at Quantico while being told to use American cities as "training grounds." Robin discusses her thoughts Operation Midway Blitz's 800+ arrests, Portland's federal occupation, and the systematic removal of military accountability. Why are veteran lawmakers...

What happened after the internet's most documented person got arrested for one of the most disturbing allegations imaginable? This deep-dive covers everything from the July 2021 incest call leak that broke the internet, to the livestreamed arrest that got 3,000 viewers, to 19 months behind bars, and the wild journey that followed. The sketchy Discord manipulators, the Watchmen "protectors," the ps...

The house is on fire, and too many people are still pretending it’s just a candle burning. This is the first episode of Red, White & Bruised, a weekly political analysis series. Every Sunday, I’ll discuss the headlines and give my two cents on this current hellscape that we are living through.  For the debut, we’re walking step by step through Donald Trump’s march toward authoritarianism, a do...

The story continues! Chris Chan...once a niche internet personality and meme figure, has become one of the most infamous names in online history. In this episode, Robin continues the story and documents Chris Chan’s final descent/break from reality, his spiral into delusion, escalating conflicts, and the disturbing events that turned his story from internet curiosity into criminal infamy...the hor...

After a long hiatus, I’m back...and I’m not holding back. In this brutally honest return episode, I talk about why I walked away from the mic: burnout, grief, disillusionment with the true crime space, and a world that feels increasingly unrecognizable. From Charlie Kirk to Chris Chan...we're back.  Let's talk about what you can expect from WSTD in the future.  ------------ Patreon:  http://www.pa...

Robin and Iris unpack the guilty verdict in the Lori Vallow trial—covering our favorite bits of testimony, our true opinions, and how the case unfolded in court. This podcast has covered the murders of JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, and the influence of Chad Daybell in the past. Let's talk about Lori's 2nd trial, and what we're looking forward to next.  ------------ Patreon:  http://www.patreon.com/wes...

It's been a fascinating week! For this episode, Robin covers some of the current true crime headlines headlines from the week: The trials of Karen Read, Lori Vallow, and Bryan Kohberger...as well as what's going on with the nightmare anesthesiologist husband out of Hawaii, and yesterday's shooting of the wife of Weezer's bassist. It's been quite a few days.  Next week? Let's talk paraphilias! From...

Robin is back! For this episode, she gives a life update and then covers some of the current true crime headlines headlines, from the upcoming Karen Read trial (Part 2: Electric Boogaloo), where questions of justice and accountability are at the forefront, to the updates surrounding Bryan Kohberger and the case of the Moscow 4.  She also touches on the tragic case of Kei'Mani Latigue and the unset...

⚠️ Warning: This episode gets dark. Real dark. Listen at your own risk. More than 15 women have now come forward saying that iconic fantasy writer Neil Gaiman ( Coraline, The Sandman, Good Omens, American Gods ) either blurred the line of consent, or directly and violently assaulted them. On Monday, New York Magazine and its website Vulture published detailed firsthand accusations from eight women...

As 2025 unfolds, the world seems more unhinged than ever. We're only 12 days in and everything is on fire. It's fine. In this episode, Robin sits down with friend and author/cultural commentator Jeff X Martin to dive into the madness of the year so far. From the devastating New Orleans New Year's Day Attack to the shocking Tesla Trump Hotel bombing, we get weird with it.  ------------ About the Gu...

In this episode, Robin discusses the heartbreaking story of Mia Zapata, the charismatic lead singer of the punk band The Gits, whose life was tragically cut short in 1993. Mia was a rising star in Seattle’s grunge and punk music scene, known for her raw, emotional vocals and undeniable stage presence. Her shocking and brutal murder not only devastated her bandmates and fans but also sent shockwave...

In this episode, Robin talks about what she's been up to, seeing Chelsea Wolfe, and then dives into the latest developments from the UAP sightings around the country. Why are they being covered on NPR and CNN?  Also discussed is the Congressional hearing on UAPs, the intriguing intersection of psychics and law enforcement, and channeler Darryl Anka. Let's get weird.  ------------- Patreon:  http:/...

Two young Mormon missionaries (Sophie Thatcher, Chloe East) become ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse when they knock on the door of the diabolical Mr. Reed (Hugh Grant). Trapped in his home, they must turn to their faith if they want to make it out alive.  For this episode, Robin reviews and discusses the newly-released A24 thriller/horror film HERETIC. Why is it her pick for Best Film of...

Robin discusses the Terrifier franchise, as well as what she's been watching during the month of October. Is it time to move on from documentaries that discuss possible identities of unknown killers? Can Ryan Murphy do anything right at all? Let's discuss.  ***This episode is unedited.  --------------------- Email us and share your personal story: info@wesawthedevil.com Patreon:  http://www.patreo...

In this episode, Robin explores the multifaceted role of artificial intelligence in shaping the worlds of entertainment, art, and crime prevention. --------------------- Email us and share your personal story: info@wesawthedevil.com Patreon:  http://www.patreon.com/wesawthedevil Instagram:  http://www.instagram.com/wesawthedevilpodcast Robin's Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/robin_wstd Discord...

July 27th, 1996. Atlanta, Georgia. During a free concert at Atlanta’s Centennial Olympic Park, security guard Richard Jewell spotted an abandoned backpack. Authorities soon discovered that it contained a live bomb. The bomb detonated minutes later, but Jewell’s actions saved countless lives. Days later, he became the main suspect in the bombing. The public would immediately associate him with the...

ONE MORE EPISODE LEFT! Super quick transition episode this week covering just a couple events between 2017-2020, setting the stage for the fallout to come from the leaked incest call with Isabella Janke. The final episode will be coming at the end of the week, and then we are moving forward from Chris Chan!  -------------- Email us and share your personal story: info@wesawthedevil.com Patreon:  ht...

Canton, Massachusetts. January 29th, 2022. It was a blizzard-laden night, where the wind was howling, snow was coming down in sheets, and visibility dwindled to near nothingness.  Karen Read and her boyfriend, police officer John O'Keefe, go out to a bar and meet up with fellow BPD-area officers. They decide to move the party to one of their homes. The next morning, John O'Keefe was found on that...

Robin is alive! For this episode, a quick check-in on the Suzanne Morphew case, as well as what's coming up, including the Bryan Kohberger trial, Delphi Murders case, etc.  ------------------------------- .Email us and share your personal story: info@wesawthedevil.com Patreon:  http://www.patreon.com/wesawthedevil Instagram:  http://www.instagram.com/wesawthedevilpodcast Robin's Instagram: http://...

In this  episode, Robin delves into the hazy details surrounding what transpired at a Los Angeles bungalow on October 21st, 2003, that resulted in Elliott Smith receiving two stab wounds to the heart and passing away shortly thereafter.  She will examine the possibility of foul play, a theory that many of his friends, some family, and fans, still believe to be plausible today.  What do you think h...

In this  episode, Robin delves into the complex life and untimely death of Elliott Smith, the revered singer-songwriter known for his haunting melodies and introspective lyrics. Part 1 is an overview of his early life and rise to fame. Part 2 will explore the circumstances surrounding his tragic demise, raising questions about the official ruling of suicide. Robin will examine the possibility of f...

After an emaciated 12yo boy appears at a neighbor's front door with duct tape tied around his wrists and ankles,  In this episode, Robin delves into the perplexing case of Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt, two seemingly ordinary and highly successful women...one a Youtube influencer, and the other a well-respected therapist...who were directly responsible for one of the most sadistic cases of chil...

For Part 19 of the Chris Chan Saga, Robin covers the spiraling Finachu Crisis, Chris having the police called on him at a My Little Pony/Brony convention, as well as one of the most infamous moments of Christory...the "wound" that was self-inflicted and made because of Subliminal Frequency Hypnosis Wizard Binaural Beats.  ------------------------------------------ .Email us and share your personal...