How does a teenager become the accomplice of one of America’s most disturbing killers? For the first time in half a century, Elmer Wayne Henley Jr. opens up about his role in the murders committed with Dean Corll, the “Candyman Killer.”



In this week’s episode of Director’s Cut Radio, Dan Gutierrez speaks with criminologist Dr. Katherine Ramsland about her groundbreaking documentary The Serial Killer’s Apprentice. Ramsland shares insights from over 60 hours of conversations with Henley, uncovering how fear, manipulation, and grooming shaped the largest known serial murder case in U.S. history at the time.



Beyond the true crime shock value, Ramsland highlights the modern-day lessons: predators are more sophisticated than ever, children remain vulnerable, and communities must recognize the signs of grooming.



The Serial Killer’s Apprentice airs on Investigation Discovery and streams on Max.



Listen to the full interview now on DirectorsCutRadio.com or wherever you get your podcasts.