Show Notes: In 1984, a brutal murder in the woods of Northport, New York shocked the nation and ignited a moral panic that still echoes today. In this episode of The Devil Within, we dive into the dark and chaotic life of Ricky Kassoâthe so-called âAcid Kingââwhose obsession with the occult, drugs, and Satanic symbolism spiraled into violence. From his troubled upbringing to the infamous killing of his friend Gary Lauwers during what some called a ritual sacrifice, we separate myth from fact and explore the real horror at the heart of the legend. đ§ Press play and enter a nightmare of paranoia, moral hysteria, and true evil. đ© Got a story tip or want to share your thoughts? Email us at info@eviocreative.com â Follow us on Instagram: @thedevilwithinpod â Donât forget to rate and review The Devil Within on your favorite platform. #TheDevilWithinPodcast #RickyKasso #AcidKing #SatanicPanic #TrueCrimePodcast #OccultCrimes #80sHorror #DarkHistory #ParanormalPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Show Notes: In 1984, a brutal murder in the woods of Northport, New York shocked the nation and ignited a moral panic that still echoes today. In this episode of The Devil Within, we dive into the dark and chaotic life of Ricky Kassoâthe so-called âAcid Kingââwhose obsession with the occult, drugs, and Satanic symbolism spiraled into violence. From his troubled upbringing to the infamous killing of his friend Gary Lauwers during what some called a ritual sacrifice, we separate myth from fact and...