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Stopping By Woods On a Snowy Evening: REDUX (Part Two) The darkest night of the year. A chilling poem by Robert Frost. And a teenager walking into the woods of Jefferson Township, never to return the same. In this REDUX edition of The Devil Within, we return to Stopping By Woods On a Snowy Evening, exploring how Frost's poetry of solitude and dread became an eerie mirror for the life and death of Tommy Sullivan. With added commentary and deeper analysis, Branden Morgan traces how the winter solstice, ancient folklore, and occult historyconverged in the Pine Barrens—and how one boy's story still resonates nearly four decades later. This re-release comes in support of the MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil In, currently the #1 show on the platform, expanding the story of Season One into a chilling new visual dimension. Support & Connect     •    Stream Let the Devil In now, only on MGM+.     •    Visit ⁠http://www.quince.com/devilwithin⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns.     •    Go to ⁠www.mood.com/devilwithin⁠ and use promo code DEVILWITHIN for 20% off your first order.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (⁠https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod⁠).     •    For press & inquiries: ⁠info@eviocreative.com⁠.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

Stopping By Woods On a Snowy Evening: REDUX (Part One) The darkest night of the year. A chilling poem by Robert Frost. And a teenager walking into the woods of Jefferson Township, never to return the same. In this REDUX edition of The Devil Within, we return to Stopping By Woods On a Snowy Evening, exploring how Frost's poetry of solitude and dread became an eerie mirror for the life and death of Tommy Sullivan. With added commentary and deeper analysis, Branden Morgan traces how the winter solstice, ancient folklore, and occult historyconverged in the Pine Barrens—and how one boy's story still resonates nearly four decades later. This re-release comes in support of the MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil In, currently the #1 show on the platform, expanding the story of Season One into a chilling new visual dimension. Support & Connect     •    Stream Let the Devil In now, only on MGM+.     •    Visit http://www.quince.com/devilwithin for free shipping and 365-day returns.     •    Go to www.mood.com/devilwithin and use promo code DEVILWITHIN for 20% off your first order.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod).     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

The Ides of April: The Assassination of Julius Caesar (Part II) In the conclusion of our two-part story on the fall of the Roman Republic, host Branden Morgan of The Devil Withincontinues the saga of Julius Caesar's last days and their aftermath. This episode covers the final three chapters:     •    The Fallout — Mark Antony seizes the moment, and Rome's streets erupt in chaos.     •    Judgment of History — Brutus and Cassius, hailed by some as liberators and condemned by others as traitors.     •    The Death of the Republic, Birth of the Empire — How Caesar's assassination closed one chapter of Rome and opened another that would last for centuries. The knives ended Caesar's life, but they could not stop the tide of empire. Support Our Sponsors     •    Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Visit ⁠https://www.ollie.com/ides⁠ for 60% off your first box of meals!#ToKnowThemIsToLoveThem     •    Use code IDES at ⁠www.monarchmoney.com⁠ (⁠http://www.monarchmoney.com/⁠) in your browser for 50% off your first year. Follow & Connect     •    Follow us on Instagram: @idesofaprilpod (⁠https://instagram.com/idesofaprilpod⁠).     •    For press & inquiries: ⁠info@eviocreative.com⁠.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Ides of April wherever you get your podcasts.     •    And check out more shows from Evio Creative, including The Devil Within.

Spring and Fall to a Young Child: REDUX We return to one of the most haunting chapters of The Devil Within—this time with new commentary and deeper insights. In this REDUX edition, we explore Gerard Manley Hopkins' poem Spring and Fall to a Young Child, a work whose meditation on loss and innocence casts a chilling light on the story of Tommy Sullivan. Alongside the poem, we examine Tommy's life as a young wrestler in Jefferson Township, New Jersey—a world of pressure, discipline, and hidden struggle. You'll also hear newly added clips from an interview with Jefferson Township resident and former wrestler Dave Esposito, who helps us understand the intensity of the sport, the culture it creates, and what that meant for a boy like Tommy Sullivan TDW_E4  . This re-release is part of our REDUX series, updated to support the MGM+ documentary Let the Devil In, which brings the story of Season One to television with gripping new detail and perspective. Support & Connect     •    Stream Let the Devil In now, only on MGM+.     •    Visit http://www.quince.com/devilwithin for free shipping and 365-day returns.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod).     •    Questions or inquiries? Email: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

Spring and Fall to a Young Child: REDUX We return to one of the most haunting chapters of The Devil Within—this time with new commentary and deeper insights. In this REDUX edition, we explore Gerard Manley Hopkins' poem Spring and Fall to a Young Child, a work whose meditation on loss and innocence casts a chilling light on the story of Tommy Sullivan. Alongside the poem, we examine Tommy's life as a young wrestler in Jefferson Township, New Jersey—a world of pressure, discipline, and hidden struggle. You'll also hear newly added clips from an interview with Jefferson Township resident and former wrestler Dave Esposito, who helps us understand the intensity of the sport, the culture it creates, and what that meant for a boy like Tommy Sullivan. This re-release is part of our REDUX series, updated to support the MGM+ documentary Let the Devil In, which brings the story of Season One to television with gripping new detail and perspective. Support & Connect     •    Stream Let the Devil In now, only on MGM+.     •    Visit http://www.quince.com/devilwithin for free shipping and 365-day returns.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod).     •    Questions or inquiries? Email: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

The Ides of April: The Assassination of Julius Caesar (Part I) The Ides of April is back—and now it's a weekly series of new stories from across history, narrated by Branden Morganof The Devil Within. In this two-part debut story, we return to the Roman Republic at its breaking point. Part I covers the first three chapters of Julius Caesar's dramatic rise and bloody fall:     •    The Rise of Caesar — From military genius to dictator-for-life, how Caesar unbalanced the Republic.     •    The Conspiracy Forms — Brutus, Cassius, and their allies wrestle with loyalty, power, and the fate of Rome.     •    The Ides of March — A day of omens fulfilled, as knives are drawn in Pompey's Theater. This is where the Republic gasped its last breath, and the Empire began to stir. Follow & Connect     •    Follow us on Instagram: @idesofaprilpod (https://instagram.com/idesofaprilpod).     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Ides of April wherever you get your podcasts.     •    And check out more shows from Evio Creative, including The Devil Within. Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Visit ⁠https://www.ollie.com/ides⁠ for 60% off your first box of meals! #ToKnowThemIsToLoveThem Use code IDES at www.monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year. That's 50% off your first year at www.monarchmoney.com with code IDES.

A Spellbound Palace: REDUX We're going back inside the ruins of Cross Castle. In this REDUX re-release of The Devil Within, Branden Morgan revisits A Spellbound Palace, a chilling tale of occult rituals, isolation, and the haunted ground that lured Tommy Sullivan to Clinton Road. Originally released in Season One, this episode has been updated with new commentary and insights—exploring how the story has evolved over the last four years and how it aligns with the new MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil In. From the legacy of Richard Cross's Bearfort estate to the whispered satanic rituals of the 1980s, the legend of the so-called “Most Haunted Road in America” takes on new meaning when paired with fresh testimony, cinematic retellings, and the investigative depth of the MGM+ series. Whether you've heard this story before or are stepping into the shadows for the first time, this Redux version pulls you even deeper into the darkness of Jefferson Township. Follow & Connect     •    Subscribe to MGM+ to watch Let the Devil In, the documentary series based on Season One of The Devil Within.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod) & @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative).     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

Show Notes – A Spellbound Palace: REDUX We're going back inside the ruins of Cross Castle. In this REDUX re-release of The Devil Within, Branden Morgan revisits A Spellbound Palace, a chilling tale of occult rituals, isolation, and the haunted ground that lured Tommy Sullivan to Clinton Road. Originally released in Season One, this episode has been updated with new commentary and insights—exploring how the story has evolved over the last four years and how it aligns with the new MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil In. From the legacy of Richard Cross's Bearfort estate to the whispered satanic rituals of the 1980s, the legend of the so-called “Most Haunted Road in America” takes on new meaning when paired with fresh testimony, cinematic retellings, and the investigative depth of the MGM+ series. Whether you've heard this story before or are stepping into the shadows for the first time, this Redux version pulls you even deeper into the darkness of Jefferson Township. Follow & Connect     •    Subscribe to MGM+ to watch Let the Devil In, the documentary series based on Season One of The Devil Within.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod) & @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative).     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

Interview with Trey Nelson (Director of Let the Devil In) This week on The Devil Within host Branden Morgan sits down with filmmaker Trey Nelson, director of the new MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil In. The series—based on Season One of The Devil Within—brings the haunting story of Jefferson Township to the screen with gripping visuals, never-before-seen interviews, and an intensity that lingers long after the credits roll. Trey shares what drew him to this dark chapter in American true crime, how he approached the balance between fact and myth, and the creative choices behind capturing fear, paranoia, and belief on screen. Together, we talk about trust, responsibility, and the challenges of translating a podcast into a cinematic documentary. Plus, Trey opens up about his own background, influences, and what he hopes Let the Devil In will mean for viewers. Follow & Connect     •    Subscribe to MGM+ to watch Let the Devil In — now streaming.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod) & @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative).     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

The Devil Within: Paradise Lost: REDUX - Part Two In 1988, Jefferson Township, New Jersey, was thrust into the national spotlight. A teenage boy, Tommy Sullivan, murdered his mother before taking his own life in a crime so shocking it became a lightning rod for the Satanic Panic. Suddenly, everything—from heavy metal music to role-playing games to Catholic school curriculums—was scrutinized as potential gateways to darkness. This episode, Paradise Lost, explores how Tommy's seemingly ordinary suburban life unraveled in just a matter of weeks: his exposure to occult literature, his fascination with extreme music, whispers of rituals in the woods, and a town hall meeting where parents confronted the chilling possibility that their own traditions might have paved the way for horror. Now, four years after this story first aired on The Devil Within, I'm bringing it back as part of our REDUX season—with brand new commentary. Together, we'll re-examine what we thought we knew about the Sullivan case, how the story has evolved since we first told it, and how the MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil In aligns with and expands on each episode of Season One. And while I can't reveal everything just yet, know this: there are stunning new developments, and we'll be unpacking them in our upcoming bonus episode. Follow & Connect     •    Subscribe to MGM+ to watch Let the Devil In — now streaming.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod) & @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative).     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

The Devil Within: Paradise Lost (REDUX) In 1988, Jefferson Township, New Jersey, was thrust into the national spotlight. A teenage boy, Tommy Sullivan, murdered his mother before taking his own life in a crime so shocking it became a lightning rod for the Satanic Panic. Suddenly, everything—from heavy metal music to role-playing games to Catholic school curriculums—was scrutinized as potential gateways to darkness TDW_E2 . This episode, Paradise Lost, explores how Tommy's seemingly ordinary suburban life unraveled in just a matter of weeks: his exposure to occult literature, his fascination with extreme music, whispers of rituals in the woods, and a town hall meeting where parents confronted the chilling possibility that their own traditions might have paved the way for horror. Now, four years after this story first aired on The Devil Within, I'm bringing it back as part of our REDUX season—with brand new commentary from me, Branden Morgan. Together, we'll reexamine what we thought we knew about the Sullivan case, how the story has evolved since we first told it, and how the MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil Inaligns with and expands on each episode of Season One. And while I can't reveal everything just yet, know this: there are stunning new developments, and we'll be unpacking them in our upcoming bonus episode. Follow & Connect     •    Subscribe to MGM+ to watch Let the Devil In — now streaming.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod) & @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative).     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

Interview with Christopher Brian (Let the Devil In) In this special episode of The Devil Within, host Branden Morgan sits down with Christopher Brian, the actor who portrays Tommy Sullivan in the new MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil In. Together, they explore the art and intensity behind stepping into the shoes of a boy at the center of one of America's most disturbing true crime stories. Christopher shares how he prepared for the role, the acting techniques he relied on, and the weight of portraying a real person whose story still haunts a community decades later. He also opens up about the audition process, what drew him to the project, his experiences on set, and how the role has changed the way he thinks about his craft. For Christopher, Let the Devil In is more than just a credit — it's a chance to carve a path forward in his career while honoring the legacy of a story that should never be forgotten. In This Episode     •    How Christopher Brian landed the role of Tommy Sullivan.     •    The challenges of portraying real-life tragedy on screen.     •    Behind-the-scenes insights from the MGM+ set. Call to Action     •    Watch Let the Devil In now on MGM+.     •    Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod (https://instagram.com/thedevilwithinpod?utm_source=chatgpt.com) & @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative?utm_source=chatgpt.com).     •    For press & inquiries: info@eviocreative.com.     •    Don't forget to rate, review, and follow The Devil Within wherever you get your podcasts.

The Devil Within Season One: In the bleak midwinter of 1988, the quiet town of Jefferson Township, New Jersey, was shaken to its core. A mother was found brutally murdered. Her teenage son vanished into the night. What unfolded in the hours and days that followed would horrify even the most seasoned investigators — and feed directly into the fever dream of the Satanic Panicsweeping across America. This was the case that introduced listeners to The Devil Within. It wasn't just a true crime story — it was the beginning of a descent into fear, paranoia, and the darker corners of human belief. Now, we're re-releasing The Jersey Devil with a twist. Host and writer Branden Morgan returns to the story with new commentary, reflecting on what it meant to tell this tale the first time, what he's uncovered since, and why the Sullivan case still lingers in the American imagination. This re-release also marks a milestone: the launch of the new MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil In, based on season one of The Devil Within. The four-part series — premiering August 31st — expands on the original story with exclusive interviews, never-before-seen evidence, and firsthand accounts from detectives, first responders, and those who lived through the nightmare. In This Episode     •    The brutal 1988 murder that shocked Jefferson Township.     •    How the case became entwined with the national hysteria of the Satanic Panic.     •    New behind-the-scenes reflections from Branden Morgan.     •    How this story connects to the upcoming MGM+ series Let the Devil In. Why Revisit This Story Now? Because some stories never truly leave us. They echo, they evolve, and sometimes, they return in ways we never expect. The Jersey Devil is not only a cornerstone of this podcast — it's the origin of a much larger journey that's about to play out on screen. Follow & Connect     •    Instagram: @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative?utm_source=chatgpt.com)     •    Email: info@eviocreative.com     •    Watch Let the Devil In on MGM+ – Premiering August 31st

Matthew 4:1-11 Sermon by Dr. George C. Anderson from Sunday, August 31, 2025. "The temptations Jesus faces may sound distant from our lives—turning stones to bread, leaping from a tower, bowing to the devil—but what they represent is very real, and just as present in Roanoke as they were in the wilderness. . . . Just as a tuning fork causes an internal string to vibrate, these three temptations strike chords within us as they did with Jesus—our desires, our fears, our arrogant self-righteousness, our certainties, our longings for significance, control, or reassurance." Read the manuscripts of our latest sermons at: https://www.spres.org/worship/sermons/ 

The Devil Within - Season One In the bleak midwinter of 1988, the quiet town of Jefferson Township, New Jersey, was shaken to its core. A mother was found brutally murdered. Her teenage son vanished into the night. What unfolded in the hours and days that followed would horrify even the most seasoned investigators — and feed directly into the fever dream of the Satanic Panicsweeping across America. This was the case that introduced listeners to The Devil Within. It wasn't just a true crime story — it was the beginning of a descent into fear, paranoia, and the darker corners of human belief. Now, we're re-releasing The Jersey Devil with a twist. Host and writer Branden Morgan returns to the story with new commentary, reflecting on what it meant to tell this tale the first time, what he's uncovered since, and why the Sullivan case still lingers in the American imagination. This re-release also marks a milestone: the launch of the new MGM+ documentary series Let the Devil In, based on season one of The Devil Within. The four-part series — premiering August 31st — expands on the original story with exclusive interviews, never-before-seen evidence, and firsthand accounts from detectives, first responders, and those who lived through the nightmare. In This Episode     •    The brutal 1988 murder that shocked Jefferson Township.     •    How the case became entwined with the national hysteria of the Satanic Panic.     •    New behind-the-scenes reflections from Branden Morgan.     •    How this story connects to the upcoming MGM+ series Let the Devil In. Why Revisit This Story Now? Because some stories never truly leave us. They echo, they evolve, and sometimes, they return in ways we never expect. The Jersey Devil is not only a cornerstone of this podcast — it's the origin of a much larger journey that's about to play out on screen. Follow & Connect     •    Instagram: @eviocreative (https://instagram.com/eviocreative?utm_source=chatgpt.com)     •    Email: info@eviocreative.com     •    Watch Let the Devil In on MGM+ – Premiering August 31st

Let the Devil In — The Devil Within Comes to MGM+ Description: In 1989, Jefferson Township, New Jersey, was shaken to its core by the murder–suicide of Tommy Sullivan and his mother. The Devil Within first told that story in its debut season—peeling back the layers of mystery, fear, and unanswered questions. But now… the story goes deeper. On August 31, the case takes on new life in a four-part documentary series on MGM+ titled Let the Devil In, executive produced by horror legend Eli Roth. This isn't a simple retelling—it's an evolution. More than a dozen new voices have come forward, including the lead detective on the case, the first officers on the scene, and Tommy's high school principal—one of the last people to speak with him before that horrific night. In this episode, Branden Morgan shares the behind-the-scenes story of how The Devil Within became Let the Devil In, the revelations uncovered along the way, and why you'll want to sign up for MGM+ to watch it. Plus, to mark the occasion, The Devil Within is re-releasing Season One—with brand new commentary and perspective after nearly five years of living with this story. And one more thing… this is the first-ever video episode of the podcast, with every episode going forward available to watch as well as listen. The story isn't over. In fact, it's never been told quite like this. Watch Let the Devil In—premiering August 31 on MGM+.

Show Notes: It started as a story whispered at campfires and on playgrounds. But on Staten Island, the name Cropsey became something far more terrifying—a legend that seemed to step out of the shadows and into reality. In the first half of this two-part episode of The Devil Within, we trace the origins of the Cropsey myth, from abandoned asylums to forgotten tunnels. We explore how fear took root in a community, and how a monster of folklore became linked to real-life tragedy.

Show Notes: It started as a story whispered at campfires and on playgrounds. But on Staten Island, the name Cropsey became something far more terrifying—a legend that seemed to step out of the shadows and into reality. In the first half of this two-part episode of The Devil Within, we trace the origins of the Cropsey myth, from abandoned asylums to forgotten tunnels. We explore how fear took root in a community, and how a monster of folklore became linked to real-life tragedy.

EPISODE 1: Northern Aggression April 1865. The Civil War ends—but the peace is fragile, and the nation stands at the edge of chaos. In this first episode of The Ides of April, we explore the days leading to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. We uncover the towering egos, the desperate plots, and the fractures in a nation struggling to heal. What drove John Wilkes Booth—a celebrity actor and son of a famous family—to transform into an agent of terror? And how did his personal insecurities and extremist beliefs ignite one of the most shocking acts in American history?

Show Notes: In 1984, a brutal murder in the woods of Northport, New York shocked the nation and ignited a moral panic that still echoes today. In this episode of The Devil Within, we dive into the dark and chaotic life of Ricky Kasso—the so-called “Acid King”—whose obsession with the occult, drugs, and Satanic symbolism spiraled into violence. From his troubled upbringing to the infamous killing of his friend Gary Lauwers during what some called a ritual sacrifice, we separate myth from fact and explore the real horror at the heart of the legend.

Show Notes: In the dark heart of Washington State, a predator stalked his prey. Jack Spillman earned the name “The Werewolf Butcher” for crimes so brutal, they seemed ripped from myth. In this chilling episode of The Devil Within, we explore Spillman's terrifying attacks, his obsession with wolves and the occult, and the twisted psychology that drove him to kill.

Show Notes: Italy — land of empires, saints… and monsters. In this haunting series of The Devil Within, we uncover the chilling legends that lurk behind Italy's beauty. From the night battles of the Benandanti in Friuli to the wolf cults of Lucera, the possessed convent of Prato, and the submerged beasts of Venice — these are not just stories. These are warnings. Across 12 gripping episodes, we explore centuries of folklore, true crime, and the terrifying spaces where they overlap. Werewolves in noble courts. Skinwalkers among shepherds. Choirs that sang to the abyss. Some say these tales are myth. Others know better.

Show Notes: Italy — land of empires, saints… and monsters. In this haunting series of The Devil Within, we uncover the chilling legends that lurk behind Italy's beauty. From the night battles of the Benandanti in Friuli to the wolf cults of Lucera, the possessed convent of Prato, and the submerged beasts of Venice — these are not just stories. These are warnings. Across 12 gripping episodes, we explore centuries of folklore, true crime, and the terrifying spaces where they overlap. Werewolves in noble courts. Skinwalkers among shepherds. Choirs that sang to the abyss. Some say these tales are myth. Others know better. EPISODE 7: The Beast Beneath Venice Long before tourists filled St. Mark's Square, locals spoke of a creature beneath the canals — a wolf that fed not on flesh, but on sin. EPISODE 8: The Black Huntsman of Sicily A shadow on horseback terrorized the island's countryside. Was it a bandit? A ghost? Or the last of the ancient wolf-blooded clans? EPISODE 9: The Werewolf Trials of Tuscany Between the plague years, fear took root in the villages — and men stood trial not for witchcraft, but for turning wolf beneath the full moon.

Show Notes: Italy — land of empires, saints… and monsters. In this haunting series of The Devil Within, we uncover the chilling legends that lurk behind Italy's beauty. From the night battles of the Benandanti in Friuli to the wolf cults of Lucera, the possessed convent of Prato, and the submerged beasts of Venice — these are not just stories. These are warnings. Across 12 gripping episodes, we explore centuries of folklore, true crime, and the terrifying spaces where they overlap. Werewolves in noble courts. Skinwalkers among shepherds. Choirs that sang to the abyss. Some say these tales are myth. Others know better. EPISODE 4: The Werewolf of Naples A noble family's darkest secret — a man who prowled the city's outskirts, not as a prince, but as a beast. EPISODE 5: The Possessed Convent of Prato In 1587, the nuns of Prato claimed they were stalked by a wolfish demon. Was it mass hysteria — or a predator cloaked in faith? EPISODE 6: The Wolf and the Pope A Vatican advisor accused of lycanthropy. A secret tribunal. And a question that shook the Church: can a soul turn feral?

Show Notes: Italy — land of empires, saints… and monsters. In this haunting series of The Devil Within, we uncover the chilling legends that lurk behind Italy's beauty. From the night battles of the Benandanti in Friuli to the wolf cults of Lucera, the possessed convent of Prato, and the submerged beasts of Venice — these are not just stories. These are warnings. Across 12 gripping episodes, we explore centuries of folklore, true crime, and the terrifying spaces where they overlap. Werewolves in noble courts. Skinwalkers among shepherds. Choirs that sang to the abyss. Some say these tales are myth. Others know better. EPISODE 1: The Curse of Lucera In the shadow of the ancient Roman colony of Lucera, a wolf cult thrived — and its echoes still haunt the Apulian hills. Explore how settlers, invaders, and wolves shared blood, soil, and secrets. EPISODE 2: The Benandanti of Friuli They called themselves “the good walkers” — but the Church called them witches. Discover the night battles fought between these dream warriors and the forces of evil. EPISODE 3: The Skinwalkers of Abruzzo Shepherds in the high pastures whispered of men who could wear wolf skins… and of the terrible price they paid for their hunger.

THE DEVIL WITHIN Mini-Series: The Beasts of France Description: France is a country of cathedrals, castles… and cryptids. In this chilling six-part series from The Devil Within, we journey into the haunted forests, fog-laced vineyards, war-ravaged trenches, and bone-lined tunnels of France to uncover a dark and forgotten legacy: the loup-garou. Part folklore, part true crime, The Beasts of France explores six terrifying cases—some legendary, others all too real—where the line between man and monster vanished. From the infamous Beast of Gévaudan that terrorized the countryside in the 1700s… to the Black Beast that stalked soldiers during WWI… to a secret cult beneath Paris in the 1970s that believed the werewolf wasn't a myth—but a destiny. PART ONE:     1    The Beast of Gévaudan – A brutal string of killings in 18th-century France blamed on a creature that couldn't be caught… or killed.     2    The Werewolves of the Jura – A cannibalistic hermit confesses to transforming into a wolf—and sets off a legal and spiritual panic.     3    The Beast of the Vosges – In 1994, livestock mutilations and phantom sightings resurrect France's most ancient fears. PART TWO:     4    The Werewolf of Bordeaux – A calm, lucid man is arrested for murder—and insists he was simply answering the call of the wolf.     5    The Black Beast of Normandy – World War I soldiers report a hulking predator in the fog of battle… and it may not have left.     6    The Devil's Breath – A Parisian cult, a forgotten detective, and a series of disappearances that point to something living beneath the City of Light. Submit your own sightings, stories, or artifacts tied to werewolf lore:

THE DEVIL WITHIN Mini-Series: The Beasts of France Description: France is a country of cathedrals, castles… and cryptids. In this chilling six-part series from The Devil Within, we journey into the haunted forests, fog-laced vineyards, war-ravaged trenches, and bone-lined tunnels of France to uncover a dark and forgotten legacy: the loup-garou. Part folklore, part true crime, The Beasts of France explores six terrifying cases—some legendary, others all too real—where the line between man and monster vanished. From the infamous Beast of Gévaudan that terrorized the countryside in the 1700s… to the Black Beast that stalked soldiers during WWI… to a secret cult beneath Paris in the 1970s that believed the werewolf wasn't a myth—but a destiny. PART ONE:     1    The Beast of Gévaudan – A brutal string of killings in 18th-century France blamed on a creature that couldn't be caught… or killed.     2    The Werewolves of the Jura – A cannibalistic hermit confesses to transforming into a wolf—and sets off a legal and spiritual panic.     3    The Beast of the Vosges – In 1994, livestock mutilations and phantom sightings resurrect France's most ancient fears. PART TWO:     4    The Werewolf of Bordeaux – A calm, lucid man is arrested for murder—and insists he was simply answering the call of the wolf.     5    The Black Beast of Normandy – World War I soldiers report a hulking predator in the fog of battle… and it may not have left.     6    The Devil's Breath – A Parisian cult, a forgotten detective, and a series of disappearances that point to something living beneath the City of Light. Submit your own sightings, stories, or artifacts tied to werewolf lore:

London is a city of layers. Roman roads. Saxon graves. Plague pits and forgotten tunnels. But beneath the cobblestones and catacombs… something howls. In this six-part limited series from The Devil Within, we journey through centuries of urban legends, cryptid sightings, and historical anomalies to ask: What really stalks the streets and shadows of England's capital? From werewolves in Camberwell to the vampire panic of Highgate, each episode digs into chilling eyewitness accounts, forgotten folklore, and suppressed rituals. These aren't just stories—they're patterns. Something is beneath London. Something old. Something watching.

London is a city of layers. Roman roads. Saxon graves. Plague pits and forgotten tunnels. But beneath the cobblestones and catacombs… something howls. In this six-part limited series from The Devil Within, we journey through centuries of urban legends, cryptid sightings, and historical anomalies to ask: What really stalks the streets and shadows of England's capital? From werewolves in Camberwell to the vampire panic of Highgate, each episode digs into chilling eyewitness accounts, forgotten folklore, and suppressed rituals. These aren't just stories—they're patterns. Something is beneath London. Something old. Something watching.

The city speaks in static. And sometimes… it answers back. This week on The Devil Within, we bring you two terrifying tales from beneath the surface of Manhattan—where signals hum through old copper wires and ancient tunnels echo with hunger.

Beneath Manhattan, the past never stays buried. In this two-part descent into New York's forgotten corners, we explore two of the city's most enduring and unsettling legends.

As World War II spiraled toward its violent end, the Nazi obsession with relics, ritual, and redemption reached terrifying new heights. In the final three episodes of our Grail War series, we go deeper into the rituals of Wewelsburg Castle, where SS leaders performed bloodline ceremonies and solstice rites in the shadow of the Black Sun. Beneath the floors, prisoners died constructing the temple. Above, Himmler and his inner circle dreamed of a new religion—one rooted not in salvation, but supremacy. As the Reich collapsed, documents were burned, relics buried, and entire wings of the castle destroyed. But Wewelsburg's most sinister chamber survived. And in the decades that followed, its symbols and myths were reborn—on fringe message boards, in neo-Nazi movements, and in the dark corners of conspiracy culture. Because the most powerful relic… is the one never found.

Long before the Allies stormed Berlin, a different kind of war was already underway—waged not with bullets and tanks, but with relics, runes, and ancient symbols of power. This three-part series unearths the chilling true story of the Nazis' obsession with the occult and their state-sponsored quest for the Holy Grail. At the center of it all was SS leader Heinrich Himmler, who transformed a crumbling medieval ruin—Wewelsburg Castle—into a spiritual fortress and ritual temple for a cult hiding in plain sight. From secret SS expeditions in search of relics to fabricated sacred texts and blood-soaked ceremonies in the castle's north tower, The Devil Within reveals how myth, pseudoscience, and fanaticism merged into something far more dangerous: belief weaponized. And when the war was lost, Wewelsburg didn't die. The Black Sun chamber survived. And the thirteenth pedestal—the one reserved for the Grail—remains empty to this day.

He chased ghosts for a living. Then one started following him. In this episode of The Devil Within, we tell the haunting, true story of Gaurav Tiwari — India's most famous paranormal investigator, found dead in his own bathroom under chilling and unexplained circumstances. Was it suicide? Possession? Or something far more sinister?

“The Devil You Know… And the Ones You Don't” What if John Wayne Gacy wasn't the end of Chicago's nightmare — but the beginning? In this week's episode of The Devil Within, we unearth the twisted, terrifying story of the Chicago Rippers — a cult-like quartet of sadistic killers who prowled the streets of the Windy City in the early 1980s. Their crimes weren't just brutal. They were ritualistic.

In the misty glens of Northern Ireland, County Antrim holds centuries-old secrets — whispers of women who healed, cursed, and vanished. In the late 1800s, fear took hold of a quiet village when livestock died, children fell ill, and fingers pointed toward a coven said to dwell deep in the woods. But were these women truly witches… or victims of something even more sinister? In this episode, The Devil Within dives into the chilling folklore, historical records, and enduring paranoia that fueled one of Ireland's most unsettling local legends.

Today on Crime & Entertainment we have Podcast host Branden Morgan. Branden is the host of The Devil Within podcast. In season one, he details the Insane case of Tommy Sullivan.  Tommy's heinous acts toward his mother, father, brother & eventually himself is one of the most bizarre cases in the annuals of American history.Find the Devil Within Podcast belowhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6jfrh3S...Follow Crime & Entertainment here.Links to Crime & Entertainment Like us on Facebook -    / crimeandente.  . Follow us on Instagram -   / crimenenter.  . Listen on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4T67Bs5... Listen on Apple Music - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Listen on Google Podcast - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Listen on Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9cd...

Hidden deep in the forests of the Czech Republic lies a castle unlike any other—one with no clear strategic purpose, no noble residence, and no windows facing the outside world. Instead, Houska Castle was built over a gaping hole in the earth... a pit so deep and terrifying that legends say it leads straight to Hell. In this episode of The Devil Within, we uncover the dark history of Houska Castle—from its bizarre medieval origins and pagan legends to whispered tales of demonic entities, Nazi occult experiments, and modern-day paranormal investigations. Why would a 13th-century ruler spend a fortune constructing a fortress with its defenses turned inward? What really happened to the prisoners who were lowered into the abyss as test subjects? And is the evil sealed beneath the chapel truly dormant? Step inside Houska, where history and horror bleed together—and where the line between myth and madness disappears. Email us at info@eviocreative.com—we'd love to hear from you. ✅ Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Devil Within on your favorite podcast platform. Your support keeps the darkness alive. #HouskaCastle #TheDevilWithinPodcast #ParanormalPodcast #OccultMysteries #GateToHell #DarkHistory #HauntedEurope #TrueCrimeMeetsMyth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this hauntingly atmospheric episode of The Devil Within, we journey through the chilling halls of Europe's most legendary castles. From Bran Castle's eerie crypt in Transylvania to the infamous Bloody Chapel of Leap Castle in Ireland, we explore the rich—and often terrifying—histories behind the continent's most haunted strongholds. Told in the immersive narrative style of James Michener, this episode blends historical depth with ghostly folklore, examining why these fortresses refuse to forget. Discover the secrets of Chillingham Castle's tortured walls and the spectral echoes of Edinburgh Castle's lost piper. History doesn't just haunt these places—it lives there. If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Devil Within and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also share your own ghost story by DMing us on Instagram @DevilWithinPodcast or by visiting devilwithinpod.com. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow The Devil Within on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—and now on YouTube, where we're posting new video content weekly.Subscribe at youtube.com/@thedevilwithinpod and never miss an episode. Got a ghost story of your own?Send it to us via DM on Instagram @thedevilwithinpod, or visit devilwithinpod.com to connect. And if you want bonus content, episode previews, and haunted history extras, don't forget to join our free newsletter. The spirits are waiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices