Serial Killing : A Podcast

The True Story Behind "3096 Days"

The story behind the 2013 film, "3096 Days", is based on the true story of Natascha Kampusch and how she was kidnapped at just 10-years-old and held for over 8 years by a mentally ill man. Website: https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/serial-killing **Want to Sponsor?** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing Anchor: https://anchor.fm/serial-killing Thumbnail: 3096 Days (2013) Music fro...

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Glen Rogers

Born into violence and abuse, trained by older siblings and even the police, Glen Rogers led the life that anyone would have been able to predict. **Want to Support?** https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing **Website** https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ **Daily Posts** https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ **Merch** https://teespring.com/stores/serial-killing Music from https://filmmusic.io "Circuits" by Alexander Nakarada (https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/) License: CC...

The True Story Behind "The Albino Farm"

The story behind the 2009 film, "The Albino Farm", is based on the true story of the Sheedy family and the beautiful farm and estate they owned and worked...until after the family members began to pass on and the property fell into disrepair. Website: https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/serial-killing **Want to Sponsor?** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing Anchor: https://anchor.fm/...

The True Story Behind "The Entity"

The story behind the 1982 film, "The Entity", is based on the true story of Doris Blither and the spectral rape and attacks she experienced that lead to the book and subsequent film. Website: https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/serial-killing **Want to Sponsor?** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing Anchor: https://anchor.fm/serial-killing Thumbnail: The Entity (1982) Music from htt...

John Wayne Gacy

It is no secret that the "Killer Clown", John Wayne Gacy was guilty of the murder of over 30 young men. But did his extremely troubled childhood contribute to his violence? **Want to Support?** https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing **Website** https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ **Daily Posts** https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ **Merch** https://teespring.com/stores/serial-killing Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Revival" "Virtutes" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetec...

The True Story Behind "The Amityville Horror"

The story behind the 1979 film, "The Amityville Horror", is based on the true story (according to George and Kathy Lutz) of their nightmare ordeal after purchasing a house that had, only a year before, been the site of the brutal murder of an entire family. Website: https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/serial-killing **Want to Sponsor?** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing Anchor: htt...

Ottis Toole

Ottis Toole is a pretty famous serial killer. But considering what he endured in his very early life, it's no wonder he became as dangerous and callous as he did. **Want to Support?** https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing **Website** https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ **Daily Posts** https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ **Merch** https://teespring.com/stores/serial-killing Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Revival" "Virtutes" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Li...

The True Story Behind "Borderland"

The true story behind the 2007 film, "Borderland", is based on the true story of Adolfo Constanzo, El Padrino of Matamoros, whose black magic practices involved human sacrifice. Website: https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/serial-killing **Want to Sponsor?** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing Anchor: https://anchor.fm/serial-killing Thumbnail: Borderland (2007) Music from https://...

Samuel Little

Samuel Little has been all over the news lately and is proving himself to be THE most prolific serial killer in American history, even surpassing Gary Ridgway that held that title until now. Here is what info we have so far... **Want to Support?** https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing **Website** https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ **Daily Posts** https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Revival" "Virtutes" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech....

The True Story Behind "The Exorcism of Emily Rose"

The true story behind the 2005 film, "The Exorcism of Emily Rose", based on the true story of Anneliese Michel, who believed she was possessed by demons. Website: https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ **Want to Sponsor?** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing Anchor: https://anchor.fm/serial-killing Thumbnail: The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005) Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Peace of Mind"   by Kevin MacLeod (https://i...

Ian Brady & Myra Hindley

Ian Brady and Myra Hindley came from two different worlds, but together, they tore children from their families and did the unthinkable. **Want to Support the Podcast?** https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Peace of Mind" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

The True Story Behind "The Girl Next Door"

The true story behind the 2007 film, "The Girl Next Door", based on a novel by Jack Ketchum about the horrific abuse of 16-year-old Sylvia Likens. Website: https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ **Want to Sponsor?** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing Anchor: https://anchor.fm/serial-killing Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Lost in the Forest" "Quinn's Song" "Beauty Flow"   by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Li...

Gary Ridgway

Gary Ridgway, in my opinion, was born to be what he later became. He boasted of murdering women as his full-time career and none other than Ted Bundy himself helped develop the profile that would later help catch one of the most successful serial killers in American history. Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Virtutes" "Re...

The True Story Behind "The Hills Have Eyes"

This is a new series I'm starting that doesn't have an official name yet and I'm opening it up for anyone to suggest some names! Leave me a comment on Instagram @serial_killing or on YouTube under "Serial Killing : A Podcast" and let me know your ideas. Enjoy! The true story behind the movie "The Hills Have Eyes"; an old Scottish tale of Sawney Bean, the cannibal. Website: https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ **Want to Sponsor?** Pa...

Wayne Williams

Wayne's parents were honest, good, hard-working people with admirable teaching jobs. They cherished their only child and he was given every available opportunity to follow his dreams. But, were his dreams leaning toward murder? Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Unseen Horrors" "Malt Shop Bop"   by Kevin MacLeod (https://i...

Ed Gein

He did what mother said, because mother was the 'be all, end all'; until his brother, father and then his saintly mother died and left him all alone. I mean, idle hands are the devil's play thing, are they not? Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Dark Walk" "Mister Exposition" "Lightless Dawn" "Leaving Home"  by Kevin MacLe...

Jerry Brudos

Growing up with hateful parents, especially a mother who detested all things sexual, Jerry had to find other outlets to satisfy his urges. Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Peace of Mind"  by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Daisy DeMelker

Daisy came from a modest but good family. She went to a great school and had every opportunity to have a quiet and great life. So...why the poison? Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Lost in the Forest" "Sincerely"  by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Edmund Kemper

From the moment Edmund was born, he just had no chance... Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Leaving Home" "Hitman" "Virtues"  by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Amelia Dyer

Amelia, born in the 19th century, had all the makings of an upper middle class childhood, but suffered loss after loss. Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Leaving Home" "Hitman" "Virtues"  by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Arthur Shawcross

From the beginning, Arthur was trouble and everyone around him could sense it... Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Stay the Course" "Crusade Heavy Industry" "Leaving Home" "Hitman" "Virtues"  by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Richard Chase

Richard was very clearly suffering from a severe mental illness that, when left untreated, made him a ticking time bomb of violence and murder. Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Hitman" "Virtues" "Stay the Course" "Lightless Dawn" "Sad Trio"  by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommo...

Dean Corll

From a broken home, but his parents co-parented. A childhood illness that left him with a heart murmur. With no signs of abuse or neglect, Dean Corll went on to be a very sick, twisted, sexual sadist. Use code "ELISSA" for 20% off "Hunt a Killer". https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Hitman" "Virtues" "Stay the Course" "Sovreign" "Sad Trio"  by Kevin MacLeod (https://inc...

Peter Sutcliffe

Children who witness domestic abuse are going to be negatively affected. If that same child is also bullied by their peers, it could lead to disastrous and violent results in adulthood. Use code "ELISSA" for 20% Hunt a Killer. https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Hitman" " "Whiskey on the Mississippi" "Virtues" "Dark Walk" "Day of Chaos" "Stay the Course"  by Kevin MacLe...

Dennis Rader

Here, we have another serial killer who's childhood was nearly idyllic and yet he seemed dark and empty inside from the beginning. He grew into a sexual sadist...and no one had a clue. 

Gordon Northcott

Parents that do not hold their children accountable or discipline accordingly, and especially when they already have issues, will lead to disastrous ends.

John Christie

A cruel and uncaring father and a wholesome, doting mother, mixed with teenage impotence that he was teased about. What could possibly go wrong? https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing https://serialkilling.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serial_killing/ Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Dark Standoff" " "Immersed" "Leaving Home" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

David Berkowitz

 David Berkowitz seemed to be troubled from a very young age. Then, after finding out he had been adopted, the loss of his adoptive mother and finding out the details of his birth, something in him snapped.  Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Dark Standoff" " "Immersed" "Leaving Home" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Belle Gunness

Leaving her homeland of Norway to settle in the United States, Belle Gunness had big dreams of finding her fortune...only it seemed to be slow-going. So, she took matters into her own hands.

Richard Ramirez

A nice, quiet but shy boy with epilepsy, growing up around drugs and violence all around him. What could go wrong... Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Dark Standoff" " "Immersed" "Leaving Home" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Albert Fish

Severe mental illness ran rampant through his family and the treatment he received at the orphanage he lived at combined and created one of the worst serial killers to have existed.

Earle Nelson

Born in the late 1800's, Earle was different from the day he was born. Orphaned before he was two years old and raised by his grandmother, he went on a cross country murder spree. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/serial-killing/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/serial-killing/support

Dennis Nilsen

Devastating loss as a small child and a near-death experience. Dennis Nilsen was considered England's "Jeffrey Dahmer".

Wayne Nance

Wayne Nance was trouble from the day he was born. With no real indications of having a troubling childhood, was he then born to kill?

Jack the Ripper

Has the mystery of who was actually Jack the Ripper been solved? DNA evidence points toward a man who had been toward the top of the suspect list.

Keith Jesperson

A dark childhood manifested into a dangerous man who had the freedom to travel anywhere.

Peter Kurten

Peter Kurten was charming and handsome...and also a sexual sadist. He experienced sexual satisfaction from murdering his victims. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/serial-killing/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/serial-killing/support

The Zodiac Killer : Suspects

So, who was The Zodiac Killer? This episode is dedicated to the top 10 suspects.

The Zodiac Killer

The Zodiac Killer has, to this day, eluded capture for 45 years and he STILL holds our curiosity to this day. He is one of the most notorious serial killers.

Robert Hansen

Serial killer, Robert Hansen, turned his victims out into the Alaska wilderness and hunted them like game.

Murder In The News Ep. 2

This week's "Murder in the News" takes a darker turn, as one of the issues we discuss is about a young girl's abuse and murder at the hands of her own parents.

Yang Xinhai

Yang Xinhai was a brutal serial killer who killed young, old, male, female...children. He was China's most prolific serial killer with a body count of over 60. Here is his story.

Murder In The News

This is our first "Murder in the News" segment for 2/14/2019. Enjoy!

Ted Bundy

Ted Bundy was handsome, charming...and a very dangerous, violent and sadistic serial killer. So, what caused him to be this way? In this episode, we will take a look at his life history, including his childhood, to see if there is any explanation for his behavior.