The Devil's Hour: A Podcast For The Strange & Unusual

Episode 12: Horror Movie Tier List: Volume 1

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 18:25:50 +0000

In this episode the Devil’s Hour boys discuss some of the most popular horror films and decide which tier out of 6 do they each fall into. From God tier being the best to complete dog shit being the worst tier, tune in and see where your favorite horror film falls.

Episode 11: Ranking All 13 Halloween Films From Worst to Best

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 18:37:01 +0000

In this episode we discuss and give our ranking of all 13 films in the Halloween movie franchise. From Halloween 1978 all the way to 2022’s Halloween Ends we break down which films are re-watchable classics and which ones are duds we don’t care to revisit. Join Darius, Judah, Angel and Michael as they sit and discuss which film is best and why. Four different people, four different opinions and perspectives. Strap in, things are about to get strange.

Episode 10: The Satanic Murder of Elyse Pahler AKA The Case That Inspired Jennifer's Body

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 04:57:00 +0000

In this episode we discuss one of the most horrific cases we've covered to date. This 90s true crime case was the real life story that inspired the cult classic film Jennifer's Body starring Megan Fox. And the real life events and details of this horrific case are even worse and more terrifying than those depicted in the movie. Join us as we discuss the satanic and ritualistic murder of a young and innocent teenage girl by a group of 3 teenage boys attempting to sacrifice a virgin to Satan in exchange for the devil making their thrash metal band famous.

Episode 9: The Axeman of New Orleans AKA The Greatest Jazz Marketer of All Time

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 16:18:05 +0000

The Axeman murders took place in New Orleans, Louisiana beginning in the year 1918 and would span a total of 18 months. This serial killer was responsible for a total of 12 attacks. 6 murders and 6 other attempted murders. The Axeman would stand by his victims bedside as they slept and would wait for them to wake just before he bludgeoned them with an axe.

What makes this case so fascinating is that this case is still unsolved to this day and it's shrouded in mystery. Some believe the Axeman was just a deranged and savage serial killer who was clever enough to never get caught, while others believe the axeman of New Orleans was a demonic entity that took the form of a human to claim its victims. We will get into the case and present the evidence for you to decide.

Episode 8: Madam Marie Delphine LaLaurie: The Real Life American Horror Story

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 15:53:29 +0000

Marie Delphine LaLaurie was America's first female serial killer and In a lot of ways, she is the female version of HH Holmes. LaLaurie had her own version of a murder mansion, where her slaves became her victims but her crimes were committed almost 100 years before that of HH Holmes and Jack the Ripper. She was portrayed by the great Cathy Bates in AHS Coven and her mansion where she committed her atrocious murders and tortures is one of the most widely visited tourist attractions in New Orleans, and in all of Louisiana for that matter. LaLaurie would torture, mutilate, starve and even perform horrendous experiments on her victims. Join me and my guest host as we discuss the life and crimes of Marie Delphine LaLaurie and I share with you what it was like visiting her mansion in person as well as other macabre sites in New Orleans.

Episode 7: The Servant Girl Annihilator: The Mysterious Austin Texas Serial Killer

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 17:07:22 +0000

Three years before Jack the ripper claimed his victims in London and eight years before HH Holmes haunted the World Fair with his murder castle, an unidentified killer would begin a killing spree right here in Austin, Texas that would claim the lives of eight victims. This very well may be America's first true serial killer. But who was this killer? Why did the killings suddenly stop? Why were they never caught? And why is this serial killer and case so little talked about or known? To this day this obscure case remains unsolved.

Episode 6: The Horrific Abduction, Torture & Murder of Junko Furuta

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 13:24:26 +0000

Junko Furuta was a 17 year old Japanese school girl at the time of her abduction. She was viciously and horrifically tortured and raped for 44 days before her murder. The police came close 3 separate times to saving her life but ultimately failed. Join us to find out why this is, as we discuss this case in depth, as this is one of the most horrific cases I've ever studied or perhaps thee most horrific case. This case is also known throughout Japan as "Junko Furuta's 44 Days in Hell" and the "Concrete Encased High School Girl". Junko's case has inspired countless books and films including the popular manga 17-Sai. Junko is gone but not forgotten.

Episode 1: The Mysterious History & Creepy Origin of the Ouija Board

Sun, 02 May 2021 00:47:16 +0000

For the series premiere we're taking a deep dive into the mysterious history and creepy origin of the Ouija board! It is easily one of the world's most popular and accessible "board games", but where did it come from? And is it truly just an innocent board game, or is it a powerful tool that can open doors to spirits and the beyond? Join us as we research and discuss it's origin, and you can determine for yourself!

Episode 5: The Toy Box Killer: David Parker Ray's 45 Year Reign of Sadism & Torture Part 2

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 22:46:21 +0000

In this episode, we will be concluding our discussion of serial rapist and killer David Parker Ray AKA The Toy Box Killer. We will delve into the creation and specifics of what lay inside David Parker Ray's torture chamber, more popularly known as his "toy box". We will cover his most famous victims and how he was eventually captured 45 years after his first crime. In This episode we will also hear a short audio clip of the 40 minute tape the Toy Box Killer played for his victims before he began torturing them. The Toy Box Killer was a sexual sadist and predator who primarily terrorized the state of New Mexico. His reign of kidnapping, sexual slavery, rape, torture, and murder would last a total of 45 years and yet he was never actually convicted of a single murder. Join me as I present you with all the information on the case and discuss all the disturbing findings my research uncovered.

Episode 4: The Toy Box Killer: David Parker Ray's 45 Year Reign of Sadism & Torture Part 1

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 22:09:54 +0000

In this episode, we will be discussing the early crimes and formative years of serial rapist and killer David Parker Ray AKA The Toy Box Killer. The Toy Box Killer was a sexual sadist and predator who primarily terrorized the state of New Mexico. His reign of kidnapping, sexual slavery, rape, torture, and murder would last a total of 45 years and yet he was never actually convicted of a single murder. Join me as I present you with all the information on the case and discuss all the disturbing findings my research uncovered.

Episode 3: H.H. Holmes: America's First Serial Killer Part 2

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:59:08 +0000

This week we will be taking a look at America's first ever serial killer, H.H. Holmes. Holmes was a doctor, businessman, and best selling author who is believed to have killed over 200 people in the late 1800s during his reign of terror. Holmes is most widely known for the creation of his murder castle or hotel, commonly nicknamed the "death factory". It is here that Holmes committed his unspeakable and horrendous deeds, taking the lives of many men, women, and children. Holmes and his infamous Chicago "Murder Hotel" has also served as one of the primary inspirations behind American Horror Story's Hotel season.

Join us as we discuss and research the life and crimes of the Godfather of all serial killers, the torture doctor himself H.H. Holmes. For part 2 of this case, we will be specifically focusing on the trial and death of Henry Howard Holmes. We will also also be discussing the fascinating theory that H.H. Holmes and Jack the Ripper may have been the same person. As always, we will provide you with all of the evidence and let you decide for yourself.

Episode 2: H.H. Holmes: America's First Serial Killer Part 1

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 21:36:54 +0000

Join us as we discuss and research the life and crimes of the Godfather of all serial killers, the torture doctor himself H.H. Holmes. For part 1 of this case, we will be specifically focusing on the origin and early life of Henry Howard Holmes as well as some of his early crimes and murders.