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MurderousMinds takes a deep dive into the dark world of serial killers. Each episode features an in depth analysis of some of history's most notorious murderers. We examine the impact these crimes have had on families and communities, as we attempt to gain a better understanding of what drives these individuals to do what they do. Narrated by Top5s, from the popular YouTube channel Top5s, join us as we make sense of why these individuals committed such brutal acts and discover what drives th ...
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We've finally reached the first pure David Byrne solo album, no theatre soundtrack or main collaborators, David was free to do whatever he wanted and this was it. I hope this gives everyone an insight into not just the album, but a glimpse at David's genuine passion for this music, which critics at the time labelled as passion-less and uninspired. …
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A series of featurettes outlining David's soundtracks and collaborations throughout the Talking Heads-era. I touch on everything from the beloved The Catherine Wheel, through the esteemed Knee Plays and The Last Emperor, to the surprisingly personal The Forest. The Catherine Wheel His wife refused Cloud Chamber My big hands (Fall through the cracks…
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Have you ever wondered what goes on within the mind of a killer? This episode takes us deep into the enigmatic psyche of Robert Pickton, infamous as one of Canada’s most notorious murderers. We scrutinize the gritty upbringing that shaped him, his uneasy childhood on a pig farm, his struggles at school, and a traumatic event that scarred his psycho…
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This episode exposes the grim saga of Ian Brady and Myra Hindley, the notorious Moors murderers. We trace Brady's steps from his early life in Glasgow, a childhood marred by neglect and petty crime, to his eventual descent into evil alongside his partner, Hindley. We pry open the twisted relationship that fueled their horrifying deeds, revealing ho…
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Have you ever wondered about the mind of a mass shooter? What could possibly drive a seemingly normal young man, a YouTube personality and a lover of Nickelodeon cartoons, to commit such a horrifying act of violence? In this riveting episode, we'll take you on a chilling journey into the life and crimes of Randy Stair. We begin by exploring his qui…
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Prepare for a journey into darkness as we dissect the chilling tale of notorious serial killer, Todd Colhep. Ever wondered how someone can morph from an abused child to a real estate professional and eventually become a harbinger of death? This episode takes you on a gripping expedition into the complex mind of Colhep, analyzing his troubled childh…
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What happens when the pursuit of knowledge crosses the line into the realm of the macabre? Join us as we traverse the chilling history of 19th-century Edinburgh where grave robbing became all too common. Hear the tale of Dr. Robert Knox, an eminent anatomist, and his insatiable demand for cadavers. Follow the twisted path of William Burke, a man wh…
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A look into the troubled mind of Andrea Yates, a mother convicted of killing her five children. This isn't just a tale of an unthinkable crime, but a deeply moving incident unraveling her struggle with mental health, her loss of grip on reality, and the dire consequences that followed, within the framework of a stern religious upbringing... Thank y…
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Can you imagine being a fly on the wall as one of the world's most notorious terrorists plots his next move? Here look at the life of Aiman Al-Zawari, the mastermind behind Al-Qaeda, and take you through his transition from a studious boy with a knack for languages to a feared extremist. Born into a politically influential family, Al-Zawari's life …
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On February 16th, 2002, Kenya Nicole Cook opened the front door of her aunt’s home, in Tacoma, Washington, to find a teenage boy standing outside. The pair chatted for a moment before the teenager produced a gun, and subsequently shot Kenya, a 21-year-old cashier. Just over a month later, on March 19th, 60-year-old Jerry Taylor was killed after a s…
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Get ready for a journey into the life of the infamous Dating Game Killer, Rodney Alcala. A tale of his early life, military service, and the horrifying murder of his first known victim, 13-year-old Morgan Rowan, awaits. How did this man, who held academic achievements and had an outwardly normal life, turn into a monster? As we unravel his sordid p…
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Could you imagine living next door to a serial killer? A man whose calm exterior masks the depths of his evil? In our latest podcast episode, we unmask Israel Keys, a man whose monstrous deeds sent chills down our spines. Raised in an environment filled with white supremacist ideology, Keys’ unsettling childhood set the stage for a life marred by c…
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Can you count yourself among the fearless who can peer into the darkest corners of human nature? Journey with us into the twisted mind of the infamous 'Wartime Ripper', Gordon Cummins, as we unravel his tale of deceit, theft, and murder. Born in a tranquil North Yorkshire village, Cummins yearned for an aristocratic existence, a pursuit that led hi…
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Our journey into the shadows continues as we delve into Hay's criminal activities and the disturbing details of his killing spree. From his deceptive strategies to his bizarre confessions, we expose the horrifying truth of his deeds. Did you know his first victim was William McSwann and his final one Olive de Randeekon? We explore his horrific modu…
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Dare to journey into the chilling world of one of the most infamous serial killers, Edward Theodore Gein? We're about to unravel the haunting tale that starts with a dysfunctional family and ends in a gruesome crime scene. Get ready to venture into Gein's past and understand how his notorious deeds were born from a tumultuous household, dominated b…
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Ever wondered how an affluent businessman and millionaire turned into one of the deadliest mass murderers in U.S. history? We dare you to join us as we untangle the enigma that is Stephen Paddock, tracing his roots back to a notorious bank robber for a father and a struggling mother. This episode uncovers the layers of Paddock's life, from his unus…
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Join us on a chilling expedition into the mind of one of history's most infamous killers, Jeffrey Dahmer. What drives a man to not only take other's lives but to also engage in necrophilia, cannibalism, and the preservation of body parts? Could it be traced back to a neglected childhood, or his deeply rooted morbid fascination with death? Experienc…
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Can you imagine living a double life; being a well-respected businessman by day and a notorious killer by night? That's the reality we're exploring today as we dissect the eerie existence of one of America's most infamous serial killers, John Wayne Gacy. Prepare for a shocking journey into the twisted psyche of a seemingly respectable man who harbo…
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Prepare yourself to descend into the abyss of a notorious serial killer's psyche, Edmund Kemper, the infamous Co-Ed Killer. We promise you an unnerving exploration of Kemper's disturbed childhood, marked by abuse and violent fantasies that later served as catalysts for his horrific crimes. We track his journey from a turbulent home life to the shoc…
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Come on a journey through David Byrne and Brian Eno’s collaborative side-project “My Life in the Bush of Ghosts, a ground-breaking album that has only grown in standing over the decades that Eno called the “laboratory” for Remain in Light. Tracklist: America is Waiting Mea Culpa Regiment Help me somebody The Jezebel Spirit Very very hungry / Quran …
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This episode is dedicated to the life and memory of Ryuichi Sakamoto and Seymour Stein. Launching into season 2, I present a portrait of David Byrne as a young artist, examine the relationship between his artistic work and his music, why he left art school, and whet your appetite for the journey ahead. Songs from this episode: Who (w. St Vincent) H…
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Grab your pencil and rewind your cassettes to discover some live covers, drop the needle on some studio rarities, unpack the break-up and The Heads side-project, learn how Stop Making Sense nourished the concept of a reunion, and eagerly log in for the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame induction. Tracks: Live: "1, 2, 3... Red Light", "96 teardrops", "So m…
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