Forensic Files

10 - Murderous TENdencies

My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

  • Apr 1, 2016
  • 1:14:02
  • Full Episode
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<p>This week's topic is "weird murders," featuring Who Put Bella In the Witch Elm and Richard Chase (The Vampire of Sacramento). Plus murder books and personal stories galore!</p><p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

Brief Summary

Richard Chase, the Vampire of Sacramento, committed horrific murders in 1977, driven by severe mental illness and drug use.

Key points

  • The Power of Podcasting. The hosts reflect on their journey and the influence they've had on their listeners.
  • The Importance of Education. A listener is inspired to pursue a career in forensic science after hearing the podcast.
  • The Complexity of Crime. Discussion on the societal perceptions of victims and the importance of empathy in crime cases.
  • The Knife Podcast. Real people share their life-altering experiences and how they coped.
  • Who Put Bella in the Witch Elm?. A mysterious murder case from 1943 resurfaces with chilling details.
  • Graffiti and Mystery. Ominous graffiti brings attention back to an old murder case.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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