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American Nightmares: The Canal Murders

Gamut Podcast Network
Zion Society
Daron Wint
Savopoulos Family
Washington D.C.
True Crime
Vera Figueroa
Darren Wint
Murder Trial
Savopoulos Family Murders
Stephen Paddock
Sherry Crandell
Child Abuse
Child Sexual Abuse
Cults
Mansion Murders
Mass Shootings
Arvin Shreeve
Zion Society Cult
DC Superior Court
Las Vegas

SEASON 6 AVAILABLE NOW. NEW EPISODES DROP EVERY TUESDAY.

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 se... more

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More than two decades after the murders of Angela Brosso and Melanie Bernas, the Phoenix Canal Murders remain unsolved. Then forensic genealogist Colleen Fitzpatrick approaches Phoenix police with an emerging technique that combines DNA analysis and ... more

Ten months after the murder of Angela Brosso, 17-year-old Melanie Bernas is killed while riding her bike along a Phoenix canal. The similarities are impossible to ignore. Then DNA evidence confirms investigators' worst fear: Angela Brosso and Melanie... more

In 1992, Phoenix, Arizona was experiencing one of the most violent years in its history. But the murder of 22-year-old Angela Brosso was different. Attacked while riding her bike along the Arizona Canal, her killing was so brutal it seemed ripped fro... more

Coming September 15th to the American Nightmares award winning podcast feed.

In the early 1990s, a serial killer hunted the canals of Phoenix, Arizona. A violent psychopath. Two grisly homicides. Methods so disturbing they drew comparisons to Jack t... more

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Recent Guests

Marlene Bernas
Mother of Melanie Bernas
Family of Melanie Bernas
Episode: S6 E2 - Psycho
William Shira
Retired homicide detective
Phoenix Police Department
Episode: S6 E2 - Psycho
Brianna Whitney
Local crime reporter
Phoenix media
Episode: S6 E2 - Psycho
Keane Ezariah
Author and researcher on Canal Murders
Author of Canal Murders materials
Episode: S6 E2 - Psycho
Joe Krakowicki
Witness in Brosso case, stabbed and murdered Angela Brosso's boyfriend?
No formal affiliation mentioned
Episode: S6 E1 - The Killing Year
Marissa Giammanco
Survivor and interview subject explaining the family dynamics
Former resident of Florissant, Missouri
Episode: You Might Also Like: Deep Cover: The Family Man from Pushkin
Elise Giammanco
Twin sister, interviewee detailing family history and impact of events
Former resident of Florissant, Missouri
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Dr. Judy Ho
Clinical forensic neuropsychologist, Pepperdine University professor
Pepperdine University
Episode: CLOSER LOOK, E2 - When Memories Return And Puzzles Are Solved
Dr. Patrice Berry
Clinical psychologist
Independent practice / academic
Episode: CLOSER LOOK, E2 - When Memories Return And Puzzles Are Solved

Hosts

Dan Zampillo
Host and Executive Producer of The Gamut Podcast Network
Megan Cloherty
Host of American Nightmares; Gardens of Evil: Inside The Zion Society Cult

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 11.4k ratings
  • Where is season 6???

    Just wondering when season 6 is dropping…it was teased two months ago with no more word on a release date

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Juliecate10
    United Statesa month ago
  • Terrible narrator

    He sounds giddy—like he’s excited about reporting this story that his tone does not fit the seriousness of this story. And his writing of this story is dramatic, very purple prose — as if he’s trying to impress with his own writing. It’s unsettling going from him to the people involved.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Xuxumba
    United States2 months ago
  • Interesting, helps understand the connections

    I am listening to season 3. I’ve really liked the other seasons, but one thing I particularly like about season 3 is all the lines of connection between the different crimes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marghi in AZ
    United States2 months ago
  • hooked!!

    listened to first episode season 1 and played 5 episodes. really good. told well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    janicelightsey
    United States3 months ago
  • Exceptional

    I started with season 5 and really liked it. I was hooked. I have listened to seasons 1-4 and loved them all. The reporters/podcasts hosts are all well spoken and entertaining without being over the top. I am all caught up and can’t wait for season 6! This series was my first exposure to podcasts and it is spoiling.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    POS2
    United States4 months ago

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Fans value expert context and survivor voices, with many noting the series and storytelling quality keep them hooked.
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#108
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#123
Canada/True Crime
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#124
Australia/True Crime
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#106
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#139
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Season 6 Primer: From The Garden to The Canal
Q: Brian, what is Season 6 about and what should listeners expect without spoilers?
Season 6, The Canal Murders, follows two 1992-1993 killings in Phoenix along with a wider pattern of possible related cases, using forensic genealogy and fresh investigative eyes to trace the killer's trail while highlighting the impact on victims' families and the ongoing hunt for answers.
CLOSER LOOK, E1 - Get Over It, Kids are Resilient
Q: How do outside observers misjudge why people stay in or leave cults?
Observers often overlook the social dynamics like love bombing and the need for belonging, recognizing that recruitment targets people who already have resources and social ties, and that leaving is a gradual, complex process.
S5 E2 - To Hell And Back
Q: What were some of the initial challenges faced by the victims of the Zion Society?
Both Amber and Andrea struggled with intense psychological trauma and memory loss surrounding their experiences in the cult.
Introducing Profiling Evil: Las Vegas Massacre, The Dark Legacy of Stephen Paddock
Q: What are the types of clues that you think will reveal why he did this?
There are no types of clues that can explain his actions clearly.
Paul Wagner sits down with Mike King to discuss the Sherry Crandell case
Q: What became the major roadblocks in this case that prevented it from being solved quickly?
The police thought the assailant was somebody who worked in the hospital and undertook a DNA dragnet from every man that worked there, but ruled them all out. The killer's DNA wasn't in CODIS because he had committed his violent crimes before laws required DNA to be collected.

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This show concentrates on high-profile, long-running true crime investigations told through survivor interviews, investigative context, and deep-dive storytelling. Recent seasons center on cult abuse, memory and trauma, and cold-case homicide investigations, often framing cases around the human impact on families, survivors, and investigators. A standout element is the fusion of courtroom detail, investigative journalism, and survivor voices, with a clear emphasis on ethical storytelling that foregrounds victims and witnesses while exploring advances in forensic genealogy and investigative methods. Listeners can expect cinematic narration, meticulous research, and updates that connect past cases to current investigative techniques and advoc... more

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7. Elise Giammanco
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