Best Bob Crane Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 12 The Murder of Bob Crane 1:19:34

14d ago1:19:34

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Join Rebecca as she discusses the infamous murder of Actor Bob Crane Please support the showhttps://www.patreon.com/TheBitterWitness References Please support the showhttps://www.patreon.com/TheBitterWitness References https://www.cnn.com/2016/11/14/entertainment/bob-crane-murder/index.html Graysmith, R. (1993). The murder of Bob Crane. Crown Pub. …

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017. The Bob Crane Show — KNX 8th Anniversary Special [Part 4] 48:36

28d ago48:36

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On Saturday, May 30, 1964, Bob Crane hosted a four-hour 8th anniversary special of his KNX-CBS radio program. For this special broadcast, he aired clips from many of the interviews he had conducted over the years at KNX. Part 4 of his 8th anniversary special is presented here. Celebrity guests include George Hamilton, Rudolph Friml, Keenan Wynn, Mo…

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Shawn Colvin :Diamond In The Rough 37:58

2d ago37:58

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Shawn Colvin has been making music, beautiful music, for a long time. She’s known the heights of winning Grammy Awards, including song of the year and record of the year for Sunny Came Home in 1998. She’s known the hills and valleys of the business, especially early on, playing in cover bands, dive bars, taking day jobs before her career took off i…

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29. The Tragic Death of Joyce Vincent 32:56

2d ago32:56

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast Today we talk about the tragic death of Joyce Vincent and discuss how this could have happened. Our oddity is the beautiful yet terrifying Jacob's Well. Sources: Documentary: Dreams of a Life https://www.theguardian.com/film/2011/oct/09/joyce-vincent-death-mystery-documentary https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo…

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Episode 13 The Cleveland Elementary School Shooting 1:04:00

4d ago1:04:00

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Join Rebecca as she discusses Brenda Spencer, the "I Don't Like Mondays" school shooter. References Hare, R. D. (1999). Without conscience: Thedisturbing world of the psychopaths among us. Guilford Press. Hart, E. (2012). Does anyone like Mondays? TheBrenda Spencer Murder Case. Hart Publishing. Langman, P. (2015). School shooters:Understanding High…

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Rudolph Valentino and Valentino (1977) 2:38:08

8d ago2:38:08

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Audrey and Louise discuss the filmography of silent film star Rudolph Valentino and the 1977 Ken Russell biopic about his career. Topics include the controversy over Valentino's sex symbol status and why he deserves to be remembered for other aspects, technical and narrative elements that surprised us about his silent movies, influential women in V…

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Stan Fischler: The Hockey Maven 37:05

9d ago37:05

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Stan Fischler has been in the hockey world for 70 years, primarily as a writer and broadcaster. His passion for the sport has never waned, even as a 92 year old who now covers and writes about hockey from a small village in northern Israel, where he lives with his son and family. He is the sport’s connection, from Richard to Howe to Orr to Gretzky …

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28. The Avoidable Death of Sophie Gerardo 34:00

9d ago34:00

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast Today we cover the completely avoidable deaths of Sophie, Danny, Nash, Mario and Mark. Our oddity is the untimely death of comedian and magician, Tommy Cooper. Sources: https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/#:~:text=Carbon%20monoxide%20poisoning%20doesn't,carbon%20monoxide%20in%20the%20air. …

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BONUS - Mortal Musings X Picture The Scene. 1:01:44

15d ago1:01:44

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast We were delighted to be invited to join Picture the Scene on one of their episodes, and here it is! Go give them a follow!! https://linktr.ee/ScenepodBy Neil & Megan

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Maurice Ashley: Lessons Beyond The Board 27:17

16d ago27:17

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I first met Maurice Ashley in New York in 1994. He was announcing a chess tournament with all of the fervor and excitement of Marv Albert and John Madden. 30 years later, his passion for the sport is the same, perhaps greater. He’s an historic figure in chess as the first African American grandmaster. But that’s only a small part of Maurice’s story…

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27. The Abduction and Murder of Jastine Valdez 30:17

16d ago30:17

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast This week, we cover our first Irish case. The extremely shocking abduction and murder of Jastine Valdez.Our oddity this week is Death by Sinkhole. Not Plughole. Sources: https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-30961765.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-20471134.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/new…

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#62: Woodstock '99 (Ft. Lisa Foiles) 1:14:35

19d ago1:14:35

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The Woodstock '99 music festival was intended to be a celebration of the 30th anniversary of the iconic Woodstock festival of 1969. What was meant to be a musical utopia filled with peace, love, and unity, turned into a chaotic and controversial event that would be remembered for all the wrong reasons. Woodstock '99 marked a stark departure from th…

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Mortal Musings Podcast Trailer 1:21

20d ago1:21

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By Neil & Megan

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26. Pirate Punishments 39:26

23d ago39:26

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast Today we are taking a look into some of the torturous punishments inflicted on, and by pirates.Our oddity today is the serial killer who left some pretty disturbing Amazon reviews. Sources: https://www.history.co.uk/articles/painful-pirate-punishments-from-history https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1847/pira…

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Episode 11 Killer Colin Pitchfork 31:34

1M ago31:34

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Join Rebecca as she discusses the case of Colin Pitchfork. The very first case where Genetic Profiling was used to convict a killer. Please support the showhttps://www.patreon.com/TheBitterWitness References Avalon, N. (2016). The footpath murderer. Createspace Independent Publishing Platform.thegamexplainer. (2020, March 10). Forensic Files Season…

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Steve Hindy: From Foreign Correspondent To Brooklyn Brewer 35:13

1M ago35:13

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It was the writer F. Scott Fitzgerald who famously wrote “there are no second acts in America.” Scott, meet Steve Hindy. He’s had an amazing second act, made that much more compelling by his first act, covering wars and revolutions in the Middle East, the taking of the American hostages in Iran in 1979 and surviving the assassination of Anwar Sadat…

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25. The Murder Suicide of Pam & Kenny Carter 51:35

1M ago51:35

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast Today we talk about the murder suicide of Pam & Kenny Carter.This was actually a case suggested by Neil! Our oddity today is the story of Mary Ann Bevan, also horrendously known as “The Ugliest Woman In The World” A massive thank you to Helen Charlesworth for providing the research for this case! Sources for o…

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Bob Crane and Auto Focus (2002) 2:04:07

1M ago2:04:07

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TW: mentions of sex addiction, murder, and strong language Audrey and Louise finish the Mysterious Men and Peculiar Deaths duology with Bob Crane and his work in Hogan's Heroes and four films. Topics include our mixed thoughts on Bob Crane and how his complicated legacy has impacted our views, movie co-stars such as Elke Sommer, Kurt Russell and a …

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Bill Raftery: Sending It In! 31:33

1M ago31:33

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If we’re lucky, we find work that is our passion. In a sense, it doesn’t even feel like work. Long ago, Bill Raftery found that passion analyzing basketball games on TV. And we are the lucky ones. What we don’t see is the immense amount of preparation he puts into every game. What millions of us do see and hear and experience is the joy, the excite…

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24. The Murder of Marie Rose Belcastro 25:30

1M ago25:30

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast This week we talk about the devastating murder of Marie Rose Belcastro.In lieu of an oddity, Neil tells a few stories about his own grandparents. Find further information on Senate Bill 256 down below! Sources:https://ohiocsf.com/?page_id=60 https://medium.com/@novjmohio/my-name-is-marie-rose-belcastro-and-i-w…

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George Reeves and Hollywoodland (2006) 2:17:35

1M ago2:17:35

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TW: mentions of suicide Audrey and Louise kick off the Mysterious Men and Peculiar Deaths theme with Old Hollywood actor George Reeves. We discuss the films of his we've seen along with the 2006 movie Hollywoodland, starring Ben Affleck as Reeves. Other topics include our favorite character of Reeves' and why we were surprised by his range as an ac…

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Episode 10 Part 2 Anna Marie Hahn 46:10

1M ago46:10

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Join Rebecca for the second part of the case of Anna Marie Hahn. The first woman executed by the electric chair in Cincinnati Ohio. Please support the showhttps://www.patreon.com/TheBitterWitness References Franklin, D. B. (2006). The Good-Bye Door. Historical Crime Detective https://www.historicalcrimedetective.com/female-serial-killer-anna-marie-…

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Bob Gruen: “I’m With The Band” 39:01

2M ago39:01

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Growing up on Long Island, Bob Gruen’s parents wanted him to work 9-5. And for much of his life, he did. 9PM-5AM. He’s spent 60 years documenting rock ‘n roll through photographs. Bob wasn’t photographing the scene. He was part of the scene, earning the trust of musicians, hanging out with them, touring with them, befriending them and photographing…

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23. The Life and Unsolved Murder of Bob Crane 2:01:09

2M ago2:01:09

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast This week we have a special episode for you! We are joined by Carol Ford and Linda Groundwater, the authors of Bob Crane: The Definitive Biography. Carol and Linda walk us through Bob Crane’s career, addiction and his unsolved Murder. From the biographers:In the early morning hours of June 29, 1978, Bob Crane,…

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MINI - Painted Appendages 18:23

2M ago18:23

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast In this bonus episode, we take a look at the gruesome 1995 murder that shocked the residents of El Paso, Texas. Neil also sends Megan into a spiral about his travel attire. Sources:https://www.ktsm.com/local/el-paso-news/archive-gruesome-dismemberment-of-el-paso-woman-shocks-community/ https://www.latimes.com/…

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Episode 9 Anna Marie Hahn (Part 1 of 2) 1:06:25

2M ago1:06:25

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Join Rebecca for the first part of the case of Anna Marie Hahn. The first woman executed by the electric chair in Cincinnati Ohio. Please support the showhttps://www.patreon.com/TheBitterWitness References Franklin, D. B. (2006). The Good-Bye Door. Historical Crime Detective https://www.historicalcrimedetective.com/female-serial-killer-anna-marie-h…

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Mike Richter: From Goaltending to Green Technology 42:00

2M ago42:00

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Former athletes have all kinds of second careers once their playing days are over. There are lawyers and doctors, business people and broadcasters, lots and lots of broadcasters. But I know of no other former great athlete who has pursued the world of green technology. Mike Richter was always one of my favorite interviews during my sports reporting…

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22. William Suff A.K.A The Riverside Killer 47:44

2M ago47:44

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Today we’re covering the case of William Suff a.k.a The Riverside KillerOur oddity is The Butt Slasher. Sources: Real Detective S2 Ep 2 https://www.crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/predators/bill_suff/4.html https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1995-03-29-mn-48402-story.html https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/suff-william.htm https://en.m.wikipedia…

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Episode 8 The Hall-Mills Murders 1:09:19

2M ago1:09:19

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A Minister, a choir girl, a crab apple tree, a woman testifying from her bed and the Ku Klux Klan. Join Rebecca as she explores the Hall-Mills murders from 1922. Please support the show https://www.patreon.com/TheBitterWitness

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016. The Bob Crane Show — KNX 8th Anniversary Special [Part 3] 45:59

2M ago45:59

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On Saturday, May 30, 1964, Bob Crane hosted a four-hour 8th anniversary special of his KNX-CBS radio program. For this special broadcast, he aired clips from many of the interviews he had conducted over the years at KNX. Part 3 of his 8th anniversary special is presented here. Celebrity guests include Olivia de Havilland, André Previn, Phyllis Dill…

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Lana Clarkson and Phil Spector (2013) 2:02:02

2M ago2:02:02

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TW: mentions of gun violence, rape Audrey and Louise finish their Rising Starlets and the Exploitational Biopic series with Lana Clarkson, a model and actress who was most popular in the '80s and '90s before her life was cut short by Phil Spector in 2003. We discuss six of Lana's films as well as the 2013 HBO movie Phil Spector. Topics include our …

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Justin Vivian Bond: Entertaining And Educating With A Microphone 39:01

2M ago39:01

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In the world of downtown cabaret and theater, Justin Vivian Bond is nothing less than an icon. For more than 30 years, their performances have compelled audiences, initially in small performance spaces and eventually at Carnegie Hall and beyond. They created their most memorable character while still in their 20’s: a boozy, opinionated, aging loung…

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21. Magic Trick Tragedies 29:07

2M ago29:07

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This week we take a look into some of the mishaps that have happened during magic performances.Our oddity is Harry Houdini’s dedication to the debunking of psychic mediums. Sources:https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/9311386/magic-tricks-horribly-wrong-impaled-swords-catch-bullets/ https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/morbid-monday-chung-ling-soo-the-bu…

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015. The Bob Crane Show — KNX 8th Anniversary Special [Part 2] 45:05

2M ago45:05

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On Saturday, May 30, 1964, Bob Crane hosted a four-hour 8th anniversary special of his KNX-CBS radio program. For this special broadcast, he aired clips from many of the interviews he had conducted over the years at KNX. Part 2 of his 8th anniversary special is presented here. Celebrity guests include Jule Styne, Charlton Heston, Meredith and Rimi …

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Episode 7 The HiFi Shop Murders 35:39

2M ago35:39

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Join Rebecca as she looks back on the 1974 HiFi Shop Murders that took place in Ogden Utah. Like this episode? Consider supporting the show at https://www.patreon.com/TheBitterWitness

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Dorothy Stratten, Death of a Centerfold (1981), and Star 80 (1983) 1:55:42

2M ago1:55:42

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TW: mentions of graphic violence, sexual assault Audrey and Louise continue their Rising Starlets and the Exploitational Biopic series with a discussion about Playboy Playmate and actress Dorothy Stratten, who was brutally murdered at the age of 20. We talk about the films that she appeared in as well as two movies about her life that were released…

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20. Richard Speck Part 2 51:00

2M ago51:00

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We’re back this week for Part 2 of Richard Speck. This time we’ll talk about the night of the murders, the aftermath and the victims of this horrifying event. The oddity this week is the strange story of the TriMet Barber. Sources:https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-richard-speck-chicago-mass-murder-victims-20200815-ofyebzxw5jgxrloxvxe4xmezwq-st…

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014. The Bob Crane Show — KNX 8th Anniversary Special [Part 1] 45:31

2M ago45:31

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On Saturday, May 30, 1964, Bob Crane hosted a four-hour 8th anniversary special of his KNX-CBS radio program. For this special broadcast, he aired clips from many of the interviews he had conducted over the years at KNX. Part 1 of his 8th anniversary special is presented here. Celebrity guests include Jack Lemmon, George Jessel, Gypsy Rose Lee, Sou…

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Episode 6 The Murder of Reena Virk 1:01:12

2M ago1:01:12

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Join Rebecca as she explores the brutal murder of 14 year old Reena Virk

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Elizabeth Short and The Black Dahlia 1:26:18

2M ago1:26:18

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TW: mentions of graphic violence, language Audrey and Louise are back with their first series of 2024: Rising Starlets and the Exploitational Biopic. The first subject of focus is Elizabeth Short, most known as The Black Dahlia. We discuss the 2006 movie of the same name; topics include the possibly career-worst performances from the main cast, how…

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19. Richard Speck Part 1 38:02

2M ago38:02

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This week we take a look into the backstory of Mass Murderer, Richard Speck.Our oddity is the interesting choices of names for the characters of British sitcom, Gavin & Stacey. Sources:https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-richard-speck-chicago-mass-murder-victims-20200815-ofyebzxw5jgxrloxvxe4xmezwq-story.html https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/spec…

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Episode 5 The Disappearance of Sheryl Sheppard 23:38

3M ago23:38

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Join Rebecca as she reconstructs a timeline surrounding the disappearance of Sheryl Sheppard References: Someone Knows Something CBC Podcast Hamilton Wentworth Police

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Lea Carpenter: Writing In The Present…And The Past 38:57

3M ago38:57

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Lea Carpenter has had an unlikely and compelling path to becoming a writer of novels about espionage: Princeton and Harvard, working for both Senator Biden and Beau Biden and a 10 year magazine publishing career working for the likes of Francis Ford Coppola and John F. Kennedy Jr. There is a powerful connection in her writing to a subject that was …

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18. Tri-State Crematory Scandal 42:35

3M ago42:35

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This week we look into the horrifying discoveries that were made at the Tri-State Crematory.For our oddity today we talk about what it’s like waking up during surgery. Sources:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-State_Crematory_scandal https://www.grunge.com/911165/the-chilling-tri-state-crematory-scandal-explained/ https://eu.heraldtribune.com/sto…

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Episode 4 Serial Killer Paul Runge 42:26

3M ago42:26

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Join Rebecca as she explores the case of Serial Killer Paul Runge. References: Beauregard and Martineau Crime Sci (2015) 4:24Chopin, J., & Beauregard, E. (2022). Sexual sadism: Its role in the crime-commission process of sexual homicide of children. Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 37(1–2), NP350–NP374. Hanna, J. & Ferkenhoff, E. (2001, June 17).…

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Kenny Vance: A Musical Lifer 37:40

3M ago37:40

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I first met Kenny Vance at one of the hardest times in his life. It was a few months after Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and his house on the beach in the Rockaways of New York had been completely destroyed. And yet even that couldn’t dampen his sweet spirit, his good humor and the joy he has gotten out of a life in music. Kenny grew up in Brooklyn heari…

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17. The Story of Jody Plauché 30:18

3M ago30:18

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast This week we look into the story of Jody Plauché and the positive impact he’s made following a harrowing situation. Our oddity today is the story of Sandra Anderson and Eagle. Sources:https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/1984/03/29/what-price-vengeancea-louisiana-town-weighs-the-issue-in-slaying-of…

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#61: John Holmes Pt. 2: The Wonderland Murders 1:25:40

3M ago1:25:40

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Part 2 of 2. John Holmes was one of America's first porn stars, reaching the pinnacle of his fame before his story took a dark turn. As drug addiction consumed him, John found himself in the midst of a drug war that would end in a brutal attack that would become known as the Wonderland murders. *View episode details at https://brokenlimelight.com/e…

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Episode 3 John and Lorena Bobbitt 33:55

3M ago33:55

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Join Rebecca as she dives into the lives of John and Lorena Bobbitt both during the 1993 incident and their lives up to nowBy Rebecca McNall

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Sarah Jarosz: The Tradition Continues 37:07

3M ago37:07

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There’s no need to categorize the music of Sarah Jarosz. OK, you can put it in one category: good. She has a contemporary sound and a sensibility that pays homage to the musical shoulders on which she stands. She is thoughtful in music and conversation, about the musically vibrant Texas small town of her youth, her time at the New England Conservat…

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