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Shadow Trails

Shadow Trails

By: Dev and Riya
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Step off the well-lit path and into the shadows.

Shadow Trails is a cinematic true crime podcast that unravels the darkest, most haunting cases from around the world.One chilling trail at a time. Hosted by Riya and Dev, each episode dives deep into real crimes that shocked communities, exposed psychological fractures, and left a lingering sense of unease.

From ritual murders and manipulative cult leaders to crimes hidden behind charm and innocence, we combine immersive storytelling, reenactments, and real archival quotes to give you a front-row seat to the horror and humanity behind the headlines.

This isn’t just about the what and how. We explore the why, the cultural, psychological, and emotional layers beneath each crime, leaving no stone unturned.

New episodes every two weeks.

Follow the trail,if you dare.

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Episodes
  • Episode 2 - The Backpacker Killer: Terror in Belanglo Forest

    Episode 2 - The Backpacker Killer: Terror in Belanglo Forest
    May 25 2025

    In this chilling episode of Shadow Trails, hosts Riya and Dev journey deep into the dark heart of Australia’s most haunting true crime case,the backpacker murders committed by Ivan Milat.

    Between 1989 and 1993, seven young travelers vanished in New South Wales, their remains later discovered buried in the remote Belanglo State Forest. As fear spread across Australia and beyond, police launched one of the country’s largest manhunts, uncovering a web of brutality, manipulation, and cold-blooded planning. The questions on everyone's mind: What drove Milat to kill? Were there signs? And could he have acted alone?

    This episode includes:

    • A detailed timeline of the murders
    • Firsthand accounts and survivor testimony
    • Excerpts from court proceedings and police interviews
    • Psychological insights into Milat’s behavior
    • A deep dive into the cultural impact of the case on Australia’s identity

    With immersive sound design, reenactments, and real quotes from those closest to the case, Shadow Trails brings the terror of Belanglo Forest back into sharp focus.
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    44 mins
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