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American Nightmares

Gamut Podcast Network
Daron Wint
Savopoulos Family
Washington D.C.
Vera Figueroa
Darren Wint
True Crime
Savopoulos Family Murders
Murder Trial
Mansion Murders
DC Superior Court
Justice System
Glenn Kirschner
Darron Wint
Abigail Savopoulos
Psychology Of Crime
Zion Society
Victim Impact Statements
Murder Investigation
Darrell Wint
American Ironworks

Every headline hides a deeper story. American Nightmares pulls you into the most unsettling true crime cases—one season, one case at a time. These are the crimes that kept detectives awake, shattered families, and left entire communities on edge.Told through raw interviews, gripping investigative detail, and cinematic storytelling, each season reveals how these nightmares unfolded—and the long roa... more

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This is 22 Hours: A Second Look, where we revisit our original season with host Megan Cloherty. In this episode, you'll hear what happened when Megan reached out to Daron Wint in prison. You'll learn just how many prisons he's been transferred to in ... more

This is 22 Hours: A Second Look, where we revisit our original season with host Megan Cloherty. In this episode, Megan is joined once again by Abigail Savopoulos. Abigal shares stories about her brother Philip, like how he got into racing and anecdot... more

This is 22 Hours: A Second Look, where we revisit our original season with host Megan Cloherty. In this episode, Megan is joined once again by co-creators Jack Moore and Julia Ziegler to discuss how the music for this podcast came together - and how ... more

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Recent Guests

Daron Wint
Main suspect and accused in the murders of the Savopoulos family.
Episode: S4 E9 - Brother Vs. Brother: A Second Look
Darrell Wint
Daron's younger half-brother who testified in his trial.
Episode: S4 E9 - Brother Vs. Brother: A Second Look
Stefan Wint
Another brother who also testified during the trial.
Episode: S4 E9 - Brother Vs. Brother: A Second Look
Laura Bach
Prosecutor in the Daron Wint trial.
Episode: S4 E9 - Brother Vs. Brother: A Second Look
Clarence Williams
Washington Post reporter who covered Daron Wint's case.
Washington Post
Episode: S4 E9 - Brother Vs. Brother: A Second Look
Julia Ziegler
Content advisor for the podcast, ensures narrative clarity and accuracy
Independent
Episode: S4 E8 - The Breakdown Q&A #1: A Second Look
Abbigail Savopoulos
Surviving daughter of the Savopoulos family, who shares her memories and experiences post-crime.
Episode: S4 E4 - The Pizza Crust: A Second Look
Thomas Moriello
Forensic consultant and lecturer at the University of Maryland.
University of Maryland
Episode: S4 E4 - The Pizza Crust: A Second Look
Jordan Wallace
Sava Savopoulos' assistant who was initially suspected in the crime.
Episode: S4 E3 - The Money Drop: A Second Look

Host

Megan Cloherty
Host of the series, she specializes in thorough investigative journalism and brings emotional depth to the storytelling through her interviews with victims and experts.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 11.1k ratings
  • Very well done

    I’m revisiting this podcast after the recent rerelease. It’s remains an Engaging and informative podcast. Abigail is such a brave young woman and the interview with her is wonderful. Thank you for presenting this story with such care.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pdmddc19
    United Statesa month ago
  • Intriguing Podcast!

    I highly recommend listening to American Nightmares. Megan and Jack do a great job helping to understand what happened and providing in depth information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShepSEA96
    United Statesa month ago
  • Review of a Second Look

    The first season about the Mansion murders was good enough. For this Second Look season it sounds like the producers are desperate to squeeze out any remaining life out of their original content. It mostly sounds like all the content from the previous season. Any new content is not compelling at all. I mean seriously, she is going to visit the new house built on the original property to see if she feels any “heaviness”?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    soch2000
    United States2 months ago
  • A must listen

    Can’t get enough of this amazing podcast. Well produced and really interesting. Can’t wait for the next one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lisacclo
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Update with Interviews!

    The interviews are a rare gem of closure that few true-crime podcasts ever attain. Keep’em coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ijbliven
    United States2 months ago

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The extensive research and detailed storytelling are often praised as exemplary in the true crime genre, creating an immersive experience.
Listeners appreciate the deep emotional impact and respect shown to victims and their families, highlighting the podcast's sensitive handling of tragic subjects.
Some critiques point towards fluctuations in quality across seasons, with a few feeling later episodes could drag on or lack the same gripping narrative as the first season.

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Apple Podcasts
#67
Indonesia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#163
Sweden/True Crime

Talking Points

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S4 E8 - The Breakdown Q&A #1: A Second Look
Q: Did the investigators look at cameras from houses around this house?
There were no security cameras facing the street from nearby residences, including the Australian Ambassador's Residence, which limited footage available for the investigation.
S4 E8 - The Breakdown Q&A #1: A Second Look
Q: What on earth set this guy off? And why $40,000? It seems an odd amount. Why not $50,000 or $100,000?
Darren Wint was in desperate need of money and was preoccupied with easy money, making $40,000 a plausible target, as it was an amount he could suggest without raising suspicion.
S4 E7 - Cross: A Second Look
Q: Is there a possibility that prosecutors might spring a surprise during the rebuttal phase?
Yes, they could potentially introduce new witnesses that were not previously disclosed.
S4 E7 - Cross: A Second Look
Q: Why are we talking about the evidence in this trial?
Daron Wint's testimony raised multiple questions about his actions and connections to the crime, giving prosecutors a chance to challenge him during cross-examination.
S4 E6 - On the Stand: A Second Look
Q: When did you find out that he was going to testify?
We found out at the end of the morning break when they were going into the defense beginning.

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Frequently Asked Questions About American Nightmares

What is American Nightmares about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series focuses on deeply unsettling true crime stories, effectively weaving together raw interviews, thorough investigative reporting, and cinematic storytelling. Each season spotlights a single case, unraveling the complexities and emotional weight of crimes that have left indelible marks on families and communities. The themes mainly revolve around deeply tragic incidents such as abductions and murders, exploring the psychological impact on the victims' families while providing thorough investigation details. Season 4 revisits a notorious case of a power couple and their child tragically held hostage, marking a decade since the incident and aiming to provide fresh insights, while past seasons have tackled various other poignant cases... more

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Recent guests on American Nightmares include:

1. Daron Wint
2. Darrell Wint
3. Stefan Wint
4. Laura Bach
5. Clarence Williams
6. Julia Ziegler
7. Abbigail Savopoulos
8. Thomas Moriello

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