September 5, 2024 — Bauer Media Group has launched a new true crime podcast series called, Crime Monthly Presents: Evil Uncovered, which brings to life content from its bestselling crime entertainment brand.

The eight-part series dives into Crime Monthly’s extensive archives to bring listeners 24 true-life tales of terror that shocked the world, with episodes released weekly on Tuesday starting 3 September and running until 22 October.

Each episode focuses on three different stories from around the globe that are connected by a single theme. In episode one ‘Hitchhiker Horrors’, listeners will find three chilling tales of roadside abduction starting in California with the brutal crimes of the Toolbox Killers Bittaker and Norris, then venturing into the Australian Outback with Backpacker Murderer Ivan Milat, before returning to California to explore the terrifying case of Co-Ed Killer Ed Kemper.

Steph Seelen, Editor, Crime Monthly said: “This series offers a new way to experience our content which provides a gripping journey into the darkest corners of the human psyche. In each episode of this new podcast, we explore meticulously researched cases, ranging from the twisted minds of cult leaders and the brutal acts of young offenders to chilling betrayals that turn familial love into fatal treachery.”

You can listen to Episode One of Crime Monthly Presents: Evil Uncovered on Rayo below.

Episodes 1-5 Summaries

1 Hitchhiker Horrors

These three chilling tales of roadside abduction lead us through California with the brutal crimes of the Toolbox Killers Bittaker and Norris, venture into the Australian Outback with Backpacker Murderer Ivan Milat, and return to California to explore the terrifying case of Co-Ed Killer Ed Kemper.

2 Deadly Duos

Exploring the dark consequences when evil finds a partner, this episode delves into the acts of ‘Ken & Barbie killers’ Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka, the murderous lovers Ashley Barber and Nichole Olmstead, and the Toy Box Killer David Parker Ray and his accomplices.

3 Secrets & Lies

Marked by deadly deceit, we explore the events leading to the death of exotic dancer Tonya Hughes, uncover what drove Marc Redwine to commit murder, and untangle the web of lies spun by Chameleon Killer Terry Rasmussen.

4 Imprisoned

We explore three harrowing cases where innocent victims were enslaved by monsters, including the ordeal of Colleen Stan, the horrors inflicted by Cabin Killers Leonard Lake and Charles Ng, and the abduction of 14-year-old Elizabeth Shoaf.

5 Killer In The Family

These three stories of unforgivable betrayal delve into the Lafferty family slayings, the mysterious disappearance of Susan Powell, and the tragic crimes of Veronica Youngblood.

CREDITS

Concept and original stories by Steph Seelan and Lisa Howells. Episodes written and executive produced by Lisa Howells; produced and edited by Rick Simmonds; AI voices produced and edited by Waldemar Matlosz; artwork by Ben Watkins.

NOTE TO EDITORS

About Bauer Media UK

Bauer Media UK reaches over 25 million UK consumers through a portfolio of world-class, multi-platform media and entertainment brands including heat, KISS, Grazia, Empire, Magic, Absolute Radio and the Hits Radio Brand Network. These brands offer commercial partners access to highly engaged audiences, with creative solutions underpinned by insight and instinct. Bauer Media UK is part of the Bauer Media Group, one of the world’s largest privately owned media businesses with media assets all over the globe.

About Crime Monthly

Crime Monthly was launched in April 2019 and is dedicated to true crime. Each issue brings readers in-depth investigations, interviews, and profiles, along with detailed coverage of the latest major cases, and a unique crime entertainment guide of all the month’s best TV, podcasts and books.