David Arnold Brown, a man with a complicated love life, seeks protection from his wife's plot to kill him by involving other women in his life. The podcast explores his relationships with his wife, secret lover, and daughter, as well as the unsettling dynamics within his household.
David Brown manipulated vulnerable women by offering protection and control in exchange for loyalty.
David's abusive household created an environment of fear and isolation, leading to manipulation and coerced participation in a murder plan.
Deep dives
David's Manipulative Tactics and Abusive Childhood
David Arnold Brown grew up in a large family and faced neglect and abuse from his strict mother. He longed for attention and love, which made him an easy target for manipulation. He found solace in his relationship with Brenda Kurges, who he promised to take care of and protect. With her, he felt important and in control.
David's Grooming of Linda Bailey
David's marriage to Brenda eventually fell apart, and he set his sights on Linda Bailey, a young girl in need of someone to save her. David strategically inserted himself into Linda's life and her family's home by offering them financial help. He played the father figure role, gaining Linda's trust and manipulating her emotions.
The Control and Paranoia in David's Household
David achieved his dream life by creating a household where he had complete control over the young women and girls living with him. He discouraged them from making friends and kept them isolated. He rewarded obedience with gifts and punished disobedience with physical abuse. The family dynamic became increasingly volatile and fearful.
Cinnamon's Involvement and Terrible Dilemma
David's daughter, Cinnamon, experienced a tumultuous relationship with her father and struggled to find her place in his household. She witnessed David's abusive behavior towards Linda and developed conflicting emotions. Over time, David manipulated Cinnamon into believing that Linda was a threat, eventually coercing her into participating in a plan to kill Linda.
By the time David Brown was 30 years old, he had a 20-year-old wife, a teenage daughter, and a secret lover — his wife’s younger sister. When word got out that his wife was plotting to kill him, David turned to the other women in his life with a plea: Would they do whatever it took to keep him safe?
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