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Between January 1996 and July 1997, five women went missing in and around the city of Mons in Belgium. Their disappearances weren’t linked until gruesome discoveries were made across the city. Fifteen trash bags containing thirty-seven body parts were found at strategic dump sites seemingly designed to taunt authorities and spark fear in the public. These women fell victim to a sadistic serial killer. His identity remains unknown, but his name still sparks fear… The Butcher of Mons. In this new season of Le Monstre, Host Matt Graves and a team of investigators and journalists reinvestigate this terrifying case, unearthing new evidence, new witnesses, and new suspects. Season 1 of Le Monstre covers The Dutroux Affair. Serial killer Marc Dutroux and his accomplices terrorized the country of Belgium. These unspeakable crimes and the incompetence or unwillingness of law enforcement agencies to stop them brought the entire country of Belgium to the brink of revolution.

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A Cold Dark Night [1]

2025/10/31

December 22, 1996, Jacqueline Leclercq vanishes from her apartment in the city of Mons in Belgium. Despite suspicious circumstances, her disappearance garners little media attention. Jacqueline wasn't the first and would not be the last in a series of disappearances that would soon shock the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beneath the Surface [2]

2025/10/31

Less than 3 months after Jacqueline disappeared, another young woman, Natalie Godart, vanishes from a busy area near the Mons train station. At the time, the two disappearances aren't linked. Belgian authorities and the public are completely unaware that a pattern is forming, and beneath the surface, a predator is on the loose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full-Blown Panic [3]

2025/11/07

A week after the disappearance of Nathalie Godart, a mounted police officer stumbles upon a gruesome scene in a ditch near the center of Mons. Over the next two days, more horrific discoveries follow. The shocking finds send ripples of fear through the city, erupting into full-blown panic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The River of Hate [4]

2025/11/14

Police realize that a previously unsolved murder was carried out by the same perpetrator. A third victim makes it official; a serial killer is on the loose in Mons. He's been murdering and dismembering women for over 6 months under the noses of authorities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wrong Man [5]

2025/11/21

When a fourth murdered woman is identified, pressure on investigators reaches a breaking point. A victim’s boyfriend, nicknamed “The Gypsy,” is arrested, giving the public a fleeting sense of relief. But his swift release on weak evidence reignites fear across the city. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Butcher [6]

2025/11/28

As the sprawling investigation reaches its peak, the killer strikes again. Another young woman is found brutally murdered and dismembered — the first killing since the original discoveries. In an unexpected turn of events, Belgian police are approached by the FBI, who suspect that the Butcher of Mons may have ties to the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breakthrough [7]

2025/10/31

Matt and the team make a breakthrough in case, nearly 30 years after it began. They identify two persons of interest previously unknown to the public. As new evidence comes to light, the investigation gains momentum, unfolding in real time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Face to Face [8]

2025/12/12

The investigation leads to the doorstep of a compelling person of interest. Confronted face to face with the mountains of circumstantial evidence, he opens up during a revealing sit down interview with Matt and the team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Butcher of Mons [Teaser]

2025/10/17

Le Monstre returns with a new investigation. On January 21st 1996, in the North of France, the mutilated torso of a female body was discovered. Five women in total disappeared and were later found dismembered. The hunt for The Butcher of Mons begins October 31st. New evidence, new witness, new suspects. From Tenderfoot TV and and iHeart Podcasts, this is Le Monstre, season 2, The Butcher of Mons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Le Monstre Trailer [Season 2]

2025/10/24

Nearly 30 years ago, five women went missing in and around the city of Mons in Belgium. Their dismembered bodies would later be discovered, discarded in trash bags and strategically placed across the city. The identity of this sadistic serial killer remains unknown, but his name still sparks fear… The Butcher of Mons. From Tenderfoot TV and iHeartPodcasts, this is Le Monstre– Season 2. Coming October 31st. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside Le Monstre (with Dennis Cooper and Matt Graves)

2025/11/19

Host Matt Graves sits down with Dennis Cooper (Culpable) for a wide-open conversation about what it really took to bring this latest season to life. From unpacking the dangers of covering an active serial killer case to spotlighting Europe’s evolving perception of true crime podcasting, Matt and Dennis pull back the curtain, and share unreleased information in the hunt for the notorious “Butcher of Mons." Binge the entire season ad-free. Subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at tenderfootplus.com or on ApplePodcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Empty Box [1]

2022/08/23

On June 24, 1995 two 8-year-old girls, Julie Lejeune and Melissa Russo, went missing in the province of Liege in Belgium. The police are slow to react. However, the parents quickly mobilize a search. At the time, no one knew that this was just the beginning of a series of events that would upend the country. For more info visit www.monster-podcast.com Archival audio for this series provided by Sonuma RTBF Archives and CNN Archives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disappearing Act [2]

2022/08/23

Less than 2 months after the disappearance of Julie and Melissa, two more girls go missing after attending a magic show. 17-year-old An Marchal and 18-year-old Eefje Lambrecks were last seen in the coastal town of Ostend. Police again are slow to react. No connection is made between the disappearances. For more info visit www.monster-podcast.com Archival audio for this series provided by Sonuma RTBF Archives and CNN Archives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer of '96 [3]

2022/08/30

After 9 months with no answers, hysteria grips the country of Belgium as two more girls go missing during the Summer of 1996, 12-year-old Sabine Dardenne and 14-year-old Laëtitia Delhez. Now, six young girls have disappeared without a trace. A wiley prosecutor begins to mobilize efforts and make progress as police finally catch a break. For more info visit www.monster-podcast.com Archival audio for this series provided by Sonuma RTBF Archives and CNN Archives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Horror and Hope [4]

2022/09/06

Letters from Sabine Dardenne provide a horrific account of her captivity. With 6 girls still missing, the prosecutor and police track down leads pointing to a main suspect, Marc Dutroux. He and his accomplices are detained and interrogated. The world is about to discover the horrors of Marc Dutroux. For more info visit www.monster-podcast.com Archival audio for this series provided by Sonuma RTBF Archives and CNN Archives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4.7 out of 5

717 reviews

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Midnight Chambler 2025/12/31

Midnight Chambler

Great listen, real roller coaster! I think you did what law enforcement was unable to.

★★★★★

posh247odo 2025/12/29

Anything with Payne

Excellent

★★☆☆☆

Merricat123 2025/12/29

Ads with a story included

Episode one is 35 minutes, 15 of which is ads.

★★★★★

fortitudeandgrace 2025/12/28

Bravo

Matt your podcast was one where you cannot stop listening. I thought your work and the way you convey it was excellent. I was concerned for your safet...

★★★★★

Allimiao77 2025/12/20

Season 1

WTF

★★★★★

lovetolistenforhours 2025/12/02

Matt Graves

Wow, the best voice in the podcast world, second only to Phoebe Judge/Criminal. His voice is so sophisticated when compared to most American hosts. I...

★★★★★

wumbologyexpert 2025/11/29

Don’t listen to 1 stars

This podcast is fantastic if you’re into non exploitative and well done investigative journalism. I dont understand people who listen to podcasts and ...

★★☆☆☆

Daydreamer10g 2025/11/04

Ehh why

Loved the first season but to make season 2 a subscription is absolutely ridiculous. Too many free podcasts to pay for 1 season of a pod. And after re...

★☆☆☆☆

Muzq 2025/11/21

Second season waste of time

I enjoyed the first season, but number 2 is a complete waste of time. Constantly repeating the same inane details and playing the same clips to burn u...

★☆☆☆☆

KReasor 2025/11/01

This is great podcast,but one issue

Paid for the subscriber edition to avoids ads so I can peacefully listen, yet there are still so many ads. Whats the point in subscribing if this is g...

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