In this gripping episode of the Butterfly Empire podcast, we delve into the harrowing story behind the movie "The Girl in the Basement," inspired by the infamous Fritzl case. Discover the chilling details of how Elizabeth Fritzl was held captive for 24 years by her father, Joseph Fritzl, in a concealed cellar beneath their family home. This episode explores the shocking revelations of assault, imprisonment, and the tragic lives of the children born from this nightmare. Join us as we uncover the truth behind one of Austria's most disturbing criminal cases. Listener discretion is advised due to the sensitive nature of the content.
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Law & Order: Criminal Justice System - Season 1 & Season 2
Season Two Out Now! Law & Order: Criminal Justice System tells the real stories behind the landmark cases that have shaped how the most dangerous and influential criminals in America are prosecuted. In its second season, the series tackles the threat of terrorism in the United States. From the rise of extremist political groups in the 60s to domestic lone wolves in the modern day, we explore how organizations like the FBI and Joint Terrorism Take Force have evolved to fight back against a multitude of terrorist threats.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com