438 - True Crime Sommelier
- Jul 25, 2024
- 1:07:19
- Full Episode
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<p>This week, Georgia and Karen cover the New York Zodiac Killer and the hijacking of Flight 855.</p><p>For our sources and show notes, visit <a href="http://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes">www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes</a>.</p><p>Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: <a href="https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g">https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g</a></p><p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
Brief Summary
The episode discusses the New York Zodiac shootings and Richard McCoy Jr.'s hijacking of Flight 855, exploring their connections to D.B. Cooper.
Key points
- Richard Simmons' Kindness. A heartfelt story about Richard Simmons' uplifting encounter with a fan.
- Rewind with Karen and Georgia. A new series revisiting old episodes and providing updates on past cases.
- The New York Zodiac. A series of shootings linked to astrological signs raises questions about the killer's motives.
- The Zodiac Killer Returns. A new letter claims responsibility for five additional attacks, reigniting fear in New York.
- Confession Shocker. Seda's confession reveals a chilling connection to the Zodiac killings, linking him to the past.
- Trial and Conviction. Seda is convicted of multiple murders, serving life sentences, but claims ignorance of astrology.
Episode highlights
- Richard Simmons' KindnessA heartfelt story about Richard Simmons' uplifting encounter with a fan.“What an angel. What a thing to say to someone who needs it so bad.”4:24Jul 25, 2024
- Rewind with Karen and GeorgiaA new series revisiting old episodes and providing updates on past cases.“We talk about the things that have changed since 2016.”6:34Jul 25, 2024
- The New York ZodiacA series of shootings linked to astrological signs raises questions about the killer's motives.“This is the story of the New York Zodiac.”14:01Jul 25, 2024
- The Zodiac Killer ReturnsA new letter claims responsibility for five additional attacks, reigniting fear in New York.“None of the people in the letter are mentioned by name, but just by physical details.”23:41Jul 25, 2024
- Confession ShockerSeda's confession reveals a chilling connection to the Zodiac killings, linking him to the past.“At the bottom, there's a little cross. It does look like crosshairs.”28:18Jul 25, 2024
- Trial and ConvictionSeda is convicted of multiple murders, serving life sentences, but claims ignorance of astrology.“Seda is convicted of three murders and six attempted murders.”32:56Jul 25, 2024
- The Case of Richard Floyd McCoy Jr.This story diverges from the infamous D.B. Cooper case, focusing on McCoy's hijacking of Flight 855.“So that's where this story is different.”40:51Jul 25, 2024
- The Hijacker's DemandsThe hijacker orders a ransom of $500,000 and parachutes, leading to a tense standoff.“The letter demands that four parachutes and $500,000 are to be delivered to the plane.”47:33Jul 25, 2024
Tension
75/ 100High tension
