364 - The B-I
- Jan 26, 2023
- 1:12:21
- Full Episode
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This week, Georgia tells the story of William H. Wallace and the murder of his wife, Julia Wallace, and Karen covers the legendary Ma Barker.
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Brief Summary
This episode discusses the unsolved murder of Julia Wallace and the sensationalized life of Ma Barker, revealing the myths surrounding her criminal legacy.
Key points
- A Spooky Encounter. A late-night scare involving a wireless speaker blasting Elton John music leads to a chilling realization.
- The Perfect Murder Story. A tale of an unsolved murder from 1931 Liverpool, exploring theories and eerie circumstances.
- William's Shocking Discovery. William finds his wife Julia dead in their home, bludgeoned to death.
- The Investigation Begins. Police arrive to investigate Julia's murder, but the crime scene is compromised.
- The Unprecedented Appeal. William's conviction is overturned due to lack of evidence, making legal history.
- The Emergence of a New Suspect. Richard Gordon Perry, a petty criminal, becomes a new focus in the investigation.
Episode highlights
- A Spooky EncounterA late-night scare involving a wireless speaker blasting Elton John music leads to a chilling realization.“I have a musical ghost in my house.”4:37Jan 26, 2023
- The Perfect Murder StoryA tale of an unsolved murder from 1931 Liverpool, exploring theories and eerie circumstances.“This is the story of William H. Wallace and the murder of his wife, Julia.”15:10Jan 26, 2023
- William's Shocking DiscoveryWilliam finds his wife Julia dead in their home, bludgeoned to death.“come and see, she's been killed.”20:47Jan 26, 2023
- The Investigation BeginsPolice arrive to investigate Julia's murder, but the crime scene is compromised.“One officer even turns up drunk, which is fun.”24:04Jan 26, 2023
- The Unprecedented AppealWilliam's conviction is overturned due to lack of evidence, making legal history.“they say that William's conviction is unreasonable.”30:39Jan 26, 2023
- The Emergence of a New SuspectRichard Gordon Perry, a petty criminal, becomes a new focus in the investigation.“But sadly, the case remains unsolved.”35:13Jan 26, 2023
- Ma Barker: The Criminal ParadoxMa Barker, an unassuming old lady, was a criminal mastermind and mother of gangsters.“She began her life with a hymn book in her hand, and she died clutching a machine gun.”45:00Jan 26, 2023
- The Barker-Karpus Gang's RiseThe gang pulls off bank robberies and kidnappings, gaining notoriety and wealth.“The Barker-Karpus gang gets in on that action.”57:36Jan 26, 2023
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