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The Bloody Benders: Legendary Frontier Serial Killers
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Join us on a chilling journey into the heart of the American frontier, where the infamous Bloody Benders reigned terror over unsuspecting travelers. In this episode, we delve into the dark history of the Bender family, a seemingly ordinary group of spiritualist settlers who harbored a sinister secret. From their humble beginnings in Kansas to the gruesome discoveries that shocked the nation, we explore the series of events that led to one of the most notorious crime sprees in early American history. Hear about the horrifying methods the Benders used to lure and murder their victims, and the ensuing manhunt that captivated the country. We discuss the theories behind their motives and the mystery that still surrounds their disappearance. This is a story of deception, greed, and the dark side of human nature, set against the backdrop of the untamed American Wild West.
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Sources:
McCormick, D. (2012, March 30). ‘The Bloody Benders’: America’s First Serial-Killer Family. https://www.historynet.com/the-bloody-benders-grim-harvest/
KU Research Team Set to Return to Bloody Bender Site. (2024, May 6). https://www.chanute.com/news/article_06f6f46e-0bee-ab20-931f4c37b6af.html
Bloody Benders. (n.d.). Bloody Benders - Wikipedia
The Kelly Family. (n.d.). The Kelly Family (serial killers) - Wikipedia
74 episodes
Manage episode 424274962 series 3470463
Join us on a chilling journey into the heart of the American frontier, where the infamous Bloody Benders reigned terror over unsuspecting travelers. In this episode, we delve into the dark history of the Bender family, a seemingly ordinary group of spiritualist settlers who harbored a sinister secret. From their humble beginnings in Kansas to the gruesome discoveries that shocked the nation, we explore the series of events that led to one of the most notorious crime sprees in early American history. Hear about the horrifying methods the Benders used to lure and murder their victims, and the ensuing manhunt that captivated the country. We discuss the theories behind their motives and the mystery that still surrounds their disappearance. This is a story of deception, greed, and the dark side of human nature, set against the backdrop of the untamed American Wild West.
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Please rate and subscribe on iTunes and anywhere else you listen to podcasts!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Follow Lucid Lab Podcast on social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube) @lucidlabpodcast
Support Lucid Lab on Patreon! Join the Lab Rat Clan - https://www.patreon.com/LucidLabPodcast
Send your questions and episode suggestions to lucidlabpodcast@gmail.com
Have a special experience you want to share? Send us anything! True crime, paranormal, alien encounters, spiritual experiences, dreams, etc. We might read it in our Lab Reports episode!
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Sources:
McCormick, D. (2012, March 30). ‘The Bloody Benders’: America’s First Serial-Killer Family. https://www.historynet.com/the-bloody-benders-grim-harvest/
KU Research Team Set to Return to Bloody Bender Site. (2024, May 6). https://www.chanute.com/news/article_06f6f46e-0bee-ab20-931f4c37b6af.html
Bloody Benders. (n.d.). Bloody Benders - Wikipedia
The Kelly Family. (n.d.). The Kelly Family (serial killers) - Wikipedia
74 episodes
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