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EPISODE · May 17, 2026 · 9 MIN

The Digital Trail: The Anchorage Snuff Video Murders - The Brian Smith Murders

from Histories of Horror · host Sai Marie Johnson and AL Knuckles

In this episode of Histories of Horror: The Chilling Case of Brian Steven Smith, a lost phone unveiled a horrifying truth. Learn about the impact on the community and the systemic issues surrounding missing Indigenous women.In late 2019, a lost phone turned into a harrowing tale of murder and digital evidence that exposed a serial predator hiding in plain sight. This digital trail not only led to his conviction but also sparked crucial conversations about the violence against Indigenous women. The HOH community is facing two major situations, and we are asking for your support to help us keep moving forward:AL is still recovering from surgery. This is a heavy physical and financial burden, and we want to surround her with as much relief as possible. Please consider contributing to her GoFundMe to help cover medical costs and recovery.⁠⁠⁠Support AL's GoFundMe here!⁠⁠⁠Sai Marie got unlawfully arrested in Los Angeles on March 28th while on assignment representing the Authors of the Resistance at No Kings LA. However, being "boots on the ground" came with additional daily costs, and after being arrested and freed with no charges due to being press, Sai was mistreated and abused - forced to crawl into the paddy wagon when she never should have been detained in press gear. She is seeking support for her legal fight and travel expenses so she can focus entirely on the mission while there.If you value the work being done here and want to help fuel this trip, please consider sending a gift through any of the following:⁠⁠⁠Venmo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CashApp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BuyMeACoffee⁠⁠⁠Every pillar you can offer—whether a donation or a share—makes a massive difference in our ability to stay independent and vocal. Thank you, as always, for all your help and support!

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