The Disturbing Truth

4.6 (111)
TRUE CRIME
UPDATED WEEKLY

True crime and true horror story podcast that deal with real life events. MrBlackPasta looks at solved and unsolved mysteries around serial killers, murderers, strange happenings and other real life true horror.

04/28/2025

Listen Now: KAREN: THE RETRIAL

A blizzard in Massachusetts. A Boston police officer found dead in the snow. His girlfriend, Karen Read, accused of murder. After last year's mistrial left the country divided, the courtroom drama is back in the spotlight—this time with higher stakes, new prosecutors, and explosive evidence emerging as the case unfolds in real time. Law and Crime’s hit podcast series returns with a brand new season: KAREN: THE RETRIAL. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter Kristin Thorne, each episode delivers exclusive analysis, behind-the-scenes access, and expert interviews you won’t find anywhere else. With both sides fighting to control the narrative and new revelations coming to light, the search for truth is more urgent—and more complicated—than ever. Listen to episodes of KAREN: THE RETRIAL, exclusively and ad-free, right now on Wondery+. Start your free trial in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

10 min
03/25/2025

5-Year-Old Dies After Bath Time with Her Dad’s Girlfriend

A five-year-old girl was rushed to a Las Vegas hospital after her father and his girlfriend called 911. The couple said Janiyah Russell was unresponsive after taking a bath, or in the bath, as Shevhaun Miller couldn't get her story straight. Janiyah tragically died at the hospital. Investigators then both arrested Richard Davis and Shevhaun after hearing numerous versions of their stories. The Disturbing Truth breaks down the heartbreaking truth of Janiyah Russell's death through bodycam videos, a real reenactment with police, interrogation, and insight from Janiyah's grandmother. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2h 36m
11/18/2024

'Monster' Babysitter and Boyfriend Savagely Beat 2-Year-Old Girl to Death

Two-year-old Fallon Fridley was rushed to the emergency room when she was found unresponsive in the care of her babysitter, Kirstie Flood. The babysitter, a former family friend, said the toddler fell and hit her head at the park earlier that day. Fridley died at the hospital. Upon further investigation, investigators determined Fridley's cause of death was severe trauma. Detectives searched Flood's phone and found shocking Google searches that led them to believe she was a prime suspect in Fridley's death. Get all the details on this episode of The Disturbing Truth. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2h 14m
11/18/2024

My High School Bully Became a Vicious Murderer

Shadrack Ward moved to Jonesboro, Arkansas and appeared to be a quiet, misunderstood middle school student. After a joke about a girl who rejected Ward, he set his sights on Justin Black, aka The Disturbing Truth, and told him "he was dead" after school. This episode of The Disturbing Truth details how a high school bully became a vicious murderer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2h 46m
10/10/2023

Over 1000 Images of Children and Infants

David Dunn was arrested after attempting to meet a minor for inappropriate reasons and during the sting he admitted that he had over 1000 images of children and infants on his devices at that very moment. This child predator also admitted to several other dark and disturbing thing during the bust and also exposed a very large criminal ring! It's mind blowing. I'm MrBlack and this is The Disturbing Truth. THE DISTURBING TRUTH YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/c/TheDisturbingTruthYT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Court Junkie They Walk Among America Devil In The Dorm Sidebar Speaking Freely LAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrime Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetwork TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrime See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

54 min
08/28/2023

Monster Of The Andes: The Vicious Serial Killer Who Murdered Over 100 Young Victims

Pedro Alonso López earned himself the infamous nickname of “monster of the Andes” after going on an unhinged serial killing spree for a decade in South America. López is said to have killed over 100 victims, mostly young girls, but claims he’s murdered over 300 people. The vicious killer remains one of the most wanted fugitives in the world to this day. The episode of “The Disturbing Truth” dives deep into the horrifying case of López. THE DISTURBING TRUTH YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/c/TheDisturbingTruthYT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Court Junkie They Walk Among America Devil In The Dorm Sidebar Speaking Freely LAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrime Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetwork TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrime See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

34 min
08/08/2023

The Savage Gang Murder of Australian Beauty Queen and Nurse Anita Cobby

Twenty-six-year-old Anita Cobby went missing in February 1986 while walking home from a train station. Two days later, the Australian woman was found dead in a field, naked and surrounded by cows. Find out what happened to Anita Cobby and if investigators ever caught the perpetrators on this episode of “The Disturbing Truth.” THE DISTURBING TRUTH YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/c/TheDisturbingTruthYT SUBSCRIBE TO OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Court Junkie They Walk Among America Devil In The Dorm The Disturbing Truth Speaking Freely LAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrime See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

45 min
07/25/2023

SIDEBAR: ‘It Was Brutal’: Gannon Stauch’s Dad Speaks Out After Son’s Killer Stepmom Locked Up Forever

Colorado woman Letecia Stauch was convicted of brutally murdering her stepson, Gannon Stauch, and sentenced to life in prison in May. Letecia killed the 11-year-old boy while her then-husband, Al Stauch, was away on National Guard deployment in 2020. Al Stauch tells the Law&Crime Network’s Angenette Levy all about Gannon, the case, and his hardships following the tragic murder. LISTEN TO LAW&CRIME SIDEBAR HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

18 min

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Hi, I’m Dax Shepard, and I love talking to people. I am endlessly fascinated by the messiness of being human, and I find people who are vulnerable and honest about their struggles and shortcomings to be incredibly sexy. I invite you to join me as I explore other people’s stories. We will celebrate, above all, the challenges and setbacks that ultimately lead to growth and betterment. What qualifies me for such an endeavor? More than a decade of sobriety, a degree in Anthropology and four years of improv training. I will attempt to discover human “truths” without any laboratory work, clinical trials or data collection. I will be, in the great tradition of 16th-century scientists, an Armchair Expert. Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/ now.

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COMEDY
Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds. The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about the weekly slate of games and share their INSIDE perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines. They also endlessly rag on each other as brothers do, chat the latest in pop culture and welcome some very popular and well-known friends to chat with them. Check out new episodes every Wednesday. Follow New Heights on the Wondery App, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free, and get exclusive content on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And join our new membership for a unique fan experience by going to the New Heights YouTube channel now!

4.8 (16770)

SPORTS
The Cold War, Prohibition, the Gold Rush, the Space Race. Every part of your life - the words you speak, the ideas you share - can be traced to our history, but how well do you really know the stories that made America? We'll take you to the events, the times and the people that shaped our nation. And we'll show you how our history affected them, their families and affects you today. Hosted by Lindsay Graham (not the Senator). From Wondery, the network behind American Scandal, Tides of History, American Innovations and more. Listen to American History Tellers on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial today by visiting wondery.com/links/american-history-tellers/ now.

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HISTORY
Every scandal begins with a lie. But the truth will come out. And then comes the fallout and the outrage. Scandals have shaped America since its founding. From business and politics to sports and society, we look on aghast as corruption, deceit and ambition bring down heroes and celebrities, politicians and moguls. And when the dust finally settles, we’re left to wonder: how did this happen? Where did they trip up, and who is to blame? From the creators of American History Tellers, Business Wars and Tides of History comes American Scandal, where we take you deep into the heart of America’s dark side to look at what drives someone to break the rules and what happens when they’re caught. Hosted by Lindsay Graham. Need more American Scandal? With Wondery+, enjoy exclusive seasons, binge new seasons first, and listen completely ad-free. Start your free trial in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or visit wondery.app.link/IM5aogASNNb now.

4.5 (18366)

HISTORY
What if you were trafficked into a cult...or were mauled by a grizzly bear...or were stabbed 27 times by a serial killer - what would you do? This is Actually Happening brings you extraordinary true stories of life-changing events told by the people who lived them. From a man who woke up in the morgue to a woman stranded in a Mexican desert fighting to survive, these stories will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to hear what happens next. Listen to exclusive episodes of This is Actually Happening ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/this-is-actually-happening/ now.

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DOCUMENTARY
Guy Raz interviews the world’s best-known entrepreneurs to learn how they built their iconic brands. In each episode, founders reveal deep, intimate moments of doubt and failure, and share insights on their eventual success. How I Built This is a master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership and how to navigate challenges of all kinds. New episodes release on Mondays and Thursdays. Listen to How I Built This on the Wondery App or wherever you listen to your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/how-i-built-this now. Get your How I Built This merch at WonderyShop.com/HowIBuiltThis.

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111 Ratings

Whoa

09/06/2025

NeyfromtheBay

I love crime stories and I follow a lot of crime podcasts. This podcast isn’t like the other ones, I was absolutely disturbed with the stories told on here. Listen at your own risk
More episodes please

09/05/2025

Heathersharmomy

Please, please please release more episodes. I hope this podcast hasn’t been canceled because after listening to a few episodes, you are now one of my favorites.
Where are you?

08/17/2025

Marbie99

I love, love this podcast. Where did you go? Can please let us know 😔
What happened?

07/12/2025

fjouxetvllub

This is a great podcast but they haven’t uploaded since March. Is it cancelled?

True crime and true horror story podcast that deal with real life events. MrBlackPasta looks at solved and unsolved mysteries around serial killers, murderers, strange happenings and other real life true horror.