In July 2019, a husband walked into a police station and begged officers to believe him. He said his wife had changed. She spoke of dark spirits, zombies, and divine missions. He feared for his life.

Within days, he would be dead.

What followed would become one of the most disturbing true crime cases in modern American history. Two children vanished without explanation. Family members demanded answers. Investigators chased contradictory stories across multiple states. Witnesses described bizarre beliefs involving "light" and "dark" spirits. Then, on a quiet property in rural Idaho, detectives uncovered a truth more horrifying than anyone had imagined.

In this episode of Stuttering in Silence, Gavin takes you deep inside the case of Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell. Through police interviews, 911 calls, witness testimony, courtroom revelations, forensic evidence, and the voices of those who tried to sound the alarm, you'll experience the investigation as it unfolded—piece by piece.

This isn't just the story of a missing persons case.

It's the story of how extreme beliefs, manipulation, and unchecked delusion collided with greed and desire, leaving an entire family shattered in their wake.

From the first warning signs to the final verdict, this is the complete story of the murders of JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan.

Because sometimes the most terrifying monsters don't hide in the shadows.

They sit across from you at the dinner table… and convince themselves they're doing the right thing.

Listener Discretion Advised: This episode contains discussions of child murder, religious extremism, disturbing forensic evidence, and themes of violence that some listeners may find distressing.