Deadly Faith

Betty Gore, a devoted mother of two, found herself in a troubling situation when her husband was unable to reach her while he was out of town for business. Concerned, he enlisted the help of their neighbors to check on her well-being. Little did he know, the answers they uncovered would be more shocking than he could have ever imagined.

Chloe was a beautiful, fun and loving 16 year old when her life was taken way too soon by someone who couldn’t take no for an answer. This one gets a little graphic so buckle up!

Serena Kelley grew up in the Children of God cult as a child bride to David Berg and we had the honor of getting to interview her. Enjoy this amazing chat and deeper perspectives of childhood trauma, cults, and healing.

Jung Myung Seok was hailed as a charismatic spiritual leader, drawing in a large following with his charm. However, unknown to many, behind the facade of greatness, he was a manipulative sexual predator who exploited his power to abuse numerous women.

The dedicated Jesus Freaks on the beach in California were affectionately given the name The Children of God. Society saw a wonderful group helping people get off drugs, but in reality they would turn into a cult full of pedophilia, sexual abuse, and sex trafficking.

Anthony Todt owned his own physical therapy business with his wife Megan but after the FBI started to investigate him and his practice his whole world turned upside down and he only saw one way out.

After a night of fun with friends Kaylee got into a fight with her boyfriend and decided to take a walk to cool off, but what she didn’t know was that this walk would unfortunately be her last. Just hours after someone took her life they got ready and went to church with their family as if nothing had ever happened.

Over the years Hillsong grew to be one of the most beloved churches across the world. Their popularity helped them skyrocket into the Mega Church sphere. Even if you didn't attend a Hillsong church you most likely heard their worship songs at your own Sunday morning church service. But just like many other churches they had their own skeletons they were trying to hide away from the world. So, come with us as we dive down the rabbit hole that is Hillsong and all their scandals.

When Lori Ruff died her inlaws were packing up her stuff when they found a lock box hidden away in her closet. When they got inside they found random notes and different drivers licenses, one of which had Lori’s picture on it but a different name. This made them dive deep into figuring out her true identity. In the hopes of finding answers, they went public with the story. It didn’t take long for her story to capture the hearts and minds of the whole nation.

Marriage, Money Scams, & Morning Murders Oh My! Mary and Matthew were devoted members of their Church of Christ community and were seen as a loving family. But then, one day Matthew was awoken by the sound of a gun and everything changed.

On May 15th 2005 the Gronene family was found brutally murdered in their Coeur d’Alene Idaho country home. But it didn’t take long for the police to discover that 8 year old Shasta and 9 year old Dillion were unaccounted for. This mass murder was quickly expanding into a search and rescue, but what happened and why?

Erin Caffey grew up in a devout Christian home where she attended church regularly and sang in the choir. Many in their congregation praised her voice and couldn’t help but be brought to tears when she would lead worship. But what happens when a teen is forbidden to love whom she wants?

When officers arrived at a property in Wieambilla Australia they expected to do a simple welfare check. They knew the occupants of the home were a teacher, a principal, and even a child advocacy worker so they didn’t suspect any trouble. Unfortunately the moment they stepped foot on the property all hell broke loose.

Eddie Sexton was a minister with some highly unorthodox beliefs. He ran his large family with an iron fist but quickly his parenting style turned into abuse. Over the years that abuse took a dark and evil turn until multiple people ended up dead and many more behind bars.

When Angie married Aaron Solomon, she never knew this was the first day of a life full of nightmares. Over the years of their marriage she, along with both her kids, experienced abuse of almost every kind. But just when Grant, her son, turned 18 and started to stand up to his father, he mysteriously died in a tragic accident. Or was it? I’ll let you decide.

Brittany Dawn started her internet career as a fitness influencer but when it all turned out to be a scam and the internet turned on her, she turned to Jesus. But did she really change?

We’ve all seen the awful signs the Westboro Baptist Church holds up at their disgusting pickets, whether that be at soldier’s funerals, university campuses, pride events and more. In today’s episode we are doing a deep dive on the WBC from the founder’s birth to where they are today. So, buckle up buttercup because, this shit is hateful!

Matthew Shepard’s tragic death shaped history for the LBGTQIA community and hate crime laws in America. Join us and our wonderful guest Jessica L’Whor as we tell Matthew’s story along with discussion about homophobia, transphobia, anti-trans & anti-drag laws, as well as hate crimes here in America.

We all grew up hearing about Martin Luther King and what he did for the Civil Rights movement before he was assassinated, but what about Medgar Evers? Why wasn’t his story shared in our history books? I was 3o when I learned about Medgar’s story and his historical role in the civil rights movement. Join us today with guest Kyle Butler as we tell Medgar’s life story and tragic assassination, along with discussions about our justice system, racism in America, and white privilege.

Pazuzu Algarad, no not the demon from the Exorcist, was a satanic cult leader who turned his home into a lawless free for all. Some saw his home as a place for the misfits and outcasts of society to find belonging. But what they didn’t know was that just beyond the front door was an evil beyond words or comprehension.

When Elisa Claps goes missing in Italy, all fingers point back to Danilo Rastivo but between the catholic church and the crooked cops her case goes cold, that is until the murder of another woman in the UK shakes things up.

Matthew F. Hale is a white supremacist, neo-nazi leader who spent years aggressively pushing violent and hateful propaganda, especially after becoming the head of the organization, The World Church of the Creator.

Jeffery Dahmer is an infamous American Serial Killer who targeted mostly gay men of color. His killing spree spanned from 1979-1991. Again, buckle up because this demented human’s story is a wild ride that will anger you in multiple ways.

The Green River Killer is an American Serial Killer who claimed the lives of over 48 women from the early 1980’s to the late 1990’s. Buckle up and trigger warning on basically everything because this sicko was beyond demented.

Danny Lee Corwin started his crime spree as a teen, even spending years in prison as a model prisoner. But after he was paroled it soon became evident that he wasn't as reformed as everyone hoped.

Son of Sam was an American Serial Killer who's killing spree lasted just over a year from July 1976 to August of 1977. When you find out the reason he felt so compelled to murder you're going to have more questions than we have answers.

BTK was a serial killer who's murder spree went from 1974 - 1991. During this time he murdered 10 people in total and taunted the police along the way, all while walking among us as a free man for decades.

On the morning of Sunday, October 11, 2015, the Leonard family went to church as usual not knowing one of them would end up dead and the lives of many more forever altered.

On the morning of Sunday, October 11, 2015, the Leonard family went to church as usual not knowing one of them would end up dead and the lives of many more forever altered.

A man driven by the pursuit of total enlightenment designed a cult to help him carry out converting all of Japan, and destroying those who did not follow.

When Dianne Hood, a devout Christian and beloved member of her family and community is gunned down after leaving a Lupus Support group, her family, the community, and even cops are baffled as to why or how this happened to her.

On September 11, 2001 a terrorist organization carried out their plan to kill and maim several citizens and government employees in an effort to try and incite Holy War.

In the 1980's rumors of Satanic Ritual Abuse spread like wild fire causing hysteria across the world. This resulted in hundreds of investigations, trials, and even prison sentences for many people. In today's episode we are diving deep into the who, what, where, when and how of the Satanic Panic and even how it still persists to this day.

When Alice Lenshina woke up from a coma God had armed her with a mission and she was ready to take on the world. As a self proclaimed prophetess she started to build her church and before long she had devoted members that would do anything for her and her mission...literally anything.

Just after midnight on June 16th 1987 the Emmanuel Church of Christ in Nashville TN caught fire and in no time it became engulfed in flames. After hours of fighting the fire they finally got it put out, but when the fire investigators went inside, they found much more than burnt pews and a crumbling alter.

In the late 1800's Reverend Francis Hermans left a pile of bodies in his wake and yet with a mountain of evidence justice was never served.

In a dark damp cellar in England lived a small boy who had been trapped there by his own parents. After a life of abuse and trauma, he was finally rescued in his pre-teen years. Unfortunately this rescue put him in the hands of more sadistic and brutal abusers including doctors, nurses, and even priests.

In this episode we go through the life and lies of reality TV star Josh Duggar.

Bernie, the beloved mortician in Carthage Texas, had a reputation for caring for the elderly widows in town. But when he befriends Marjorie Nugent his life take a turn he isn't expecting.

Albert Fish is known as; The Gray Man, The Werewolf of Wysteria, The Brooklyn Vampire, The Moon Manic, and The Boogey Man. He is an American Serial killer who took his obsession with pain and pleasure to extremes that will make your skin crawl.

A hundred years ago on September 16th 1922 the dead bodies of Reverend Hall and Eleanor Mills were found under a crabapple tree in Somerset, New Jersey. Through wild accusations, conspiracies, and an outlandish trial we conclude with more questions than answers.

Hey Heathens, In episode 0 you get to hear all about how Deadly Faith came to be, who Laci & Lola are, and what to expect in future episodes.