Podcast Summary: "313. A Crime in the Digital Age – The Murder of Bianca Devins"

Podcast: Murder With My Husband
Hosts: Peyton and Garrett Moreland
Release Date: March 23, 2026

Episode Overview

In this powerful episode, Peyton and Garrett delve into the tragic murder of Bianca Devins, a 17-year-old from Utica, New York, whose death was not only horrific but also streamed across the Internet for thousands to see. The episode explores the impact of digital culture, online obsession, stalking, and the blurred boundaries between privacy and public spectacle in today’s social media age. The hosts also discuss the aftermath of the crime, including legal changes and the ethical implications of sharing graphic content online.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Bianca Devins – Her Life and Struggles

[02:35 – 09:28]

• Background: Bianca was a creative, kind, introverted teen who struggled with mental health issues including PTSD and borderline personality disorder.
• Family Context: Raised primarily by her mother Kim after a tumultuous split from her father, Bianca was close with her younger sister Olivia.
• Online Communities: Bianca found community and self-expression online (Discord, 4chan, Reddit, Tumblr, Instagram), adopting an “e-girl” aesthetic and channeling her creativity into art and cosplay.
• Warning Signs: Her involvement in online spaces drew both positive attention and dangerous, obsessive “orbiters”—men with parasocial attachments, sometimes escalating to threats and exploitation.

2. Online Dangers and Prior Trauma

[09:28 – 13:04]

• Toxic Relationships: Bianca’s online relationships turned dark when one ex-boyfriend assaulted her and posted the video online, leading to further trauma and a psychiatric stay.
• Running Away & Supervision: Bianca had periods of running away, house arrest, and treatment, reflecting escalating struggles.

3. The Relationship with Brandon Clark

[13:04 – 16:21]

• How They Met: Bianca met 21-year-old Brandon Clark on Instagram in spring 2019, developing what she insisted was a platonic friendship, despite his apparent infatuation.
• Red Flags Overlooked: Brandon was described as charming and helpful, even earning the family’s trust—yet he exhibited possessive behaviors, including tattoos of Bianca and excessive devotion.
• Quote:

  "Brandon just really seemed like someone who had a huge crush on Bianca." – Peyton [16:24]
  "It's more than a crush." – Garrett [16:30]

4. The Night of the Murder

[19:17 – 22:04]

• The Concert: Bianca attended a concert with Brandon in July 2019—the first she was allowed to attend alone, indicating family trust.
• Discord Message & Photo: The next morning, a graphic photo of Bianca's body was posted on her Discord via her account.

  "The message had a picture with it... a picture of Bianca with her throat slashed and her face covered in blood." – Peyton [22:04]

5. The Immediate Aftermath

[22:04 – 27:43]

• Police Response: Police arrived at Bianca’s home, simultaneously receiving a 911 call from Brandon Clark threatening suicide.

• Discovery: Police found Brandon at a dead end road, attempting to harm himself beside Bianca’s body.

  "He lays down on the tarp and then he takes a selfie on the tarp and posts it to social media. The caption of it says like ashes to ashes." – Peyton [23:43]

• Family Trauma:

  "Her sister Olivia gets online and sees this photo of her dead sister before they even know what's going on." – Peyton [26:51]

• Discussion on Social Media & Crime: The hosts reflect on how modern cases (Gabby Petito, Idaho murders) are worsened by crime scene images spread online and the lack of respect shown to victims’ families.

6. The Motive and Planning

[27:55 – 40:19]

• Rejected Affection: Brandon’s obsession intensified when Bianca kissed another guy (Alex) at the concert.

• Murder Details:

  "He then fixed his phone, like up on the dashboard, pressed record, and then woke Bianca up and sexually assaulted her on camera in the car..." – Peyton [32:38]
  "And then as the video is rolling, he begins stabbing her as she's begging for her life in the car." – Peyton [33:09]

• Not a Crime of Passion:

  "This was not a spur of the moment decision. This was well thought out, premeditated, planned..." – Peyton [36:38]

• Evidence of Premeditation: Google searches on murder, a list for “staging” the scene, spray paint, and symbolic music playing at the scene.

7. Online Aftermath – The Viral Spread

[40:19 – 44:39]

• Failure of Social Media Platforms: Instagram took almost a full day to remove Brandon’s profile; disturbing images rapidly reposted.

• Cult of Support:

  "Brandon began receiving public praise from men who agreed with him that she deserved to die." – Peyton [43:14]

• Ongoing Harassment: Bianca’s family received repeated messages containing graphic images, perpetuating their trauma.

8. Legal and Societal Ramifications – "Bianca’s Law"

[46:53 – 47:38]

• Legal Reform: Bianca’s family advocated for and achieved new legislation in New York (“Bianca’s Law”) criminalizing the intentional spread of crime victim images with the purpose of degrading or harassing.
• Quote:

  "If you re-share it, you can get charged. Which I think is a step in the right direction." – Peyton [47:38]

9. Reflection, Context & Respect

[48:02 – 49:14]

• Scholarship Fund: Bianca’s family established a scholarship for students pursuing psychology, reflecting Bianca’s dreams.
• Victim Blaming Rejection:

  "In no means does that mean that she was like, yes, murder me and publish it on the Internet... She wasn't messing with that kind of stuff." – Peyton [48:56]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the horror of online exploitation:

  "No one should ever be scrolling TikTok and see a picture of their dead [family member]." – Peyton [27:41]

• On the challenges of social media regulation:

  "Instagram alone has 3 billion users a month... If Instagram takes a day to remove a picture of a dead body, imagine how other sites..." – Peyton [45:34]

• Garrett’s emotional reaction:

  "I would say this is probably why I hate true crime. Like, I just cannot comprehend what is wrong with people... You're a horrible person." – Garrett [33:09]

• On the incel community response:

  "He did become a mascot for this hate fueled community after Bianca's death... they were like, yeah, this guy's amazing." – Peyton [43:17]

• On the intent of "Bianca’s Law":

  "This is an intent to, like, degrade this person, harass this person, glorify, like, praise someone for their acts." – Peyton [47:38]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Background of Bianca and Family: [02:35 – 09:28]
• Her Online World & Early Trauma: [09:28 – 13:04]
• Meeting Brandon Clark & Early Signs: [13:04 – 16:21]
• The Night of the Murder: [19:17 – 22:04]
• Discovery & Family Reaction: [22:04 – 27:43]
• Motive and Crime Details: [27:55 – 40:19]
• Aftermath Online & Legal Changes: [40:19 – 47:38]
• Episode Reflections & Respect for Victims: [48:02 – 49:14]

Tone & Language

Peyton’s narration is empathetic, detailed, and deeply respectful, frequently pausing to contextualize Bianca’s online life and the epidemic of digital exploitation. Garrett is emotionally honest, frequently expressing disbelief and anger at the cruelty and injustice of the case. The tone alternates between investigative and heartfelt, placing strong emphasis on victim advocacy and the real-world impacts of digital crime.

Episode Takeaways

• The digital age can amplify trauma, complicate justice, and expose families to repeated harms long after a crime.
• Bianca’s case spurred legal changes and national conversations about ethical responsibility in social media.
• The hosts emphasize the humanity of victims and the ongoing real-life suffering behind sensational headlines.

Closing Words:

"That is our episode for today, and we will see you next time with another one." – Peyton [49:14]