Discover the chilling story of Carl Panzram, an infamous but lesser-known serial killer in American history, whose heinous crimes and dark past shocked the nation. Brace yourself for a shocking journey into the mind of a true monster.
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Oct 9
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Sep 28
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Sep 24
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2h 32m
Nov 2022
Carl Panzram: A Life of Killing, Raping, and Vengeance
Charles "Carl" Panzram (June 28, 1891 – September 5, 1930) was an American serial killer, spree killer, mass murderer, rapist, child molester, arsonist, robber, thief, and burglar. In prison confessions and in his autobiography, Panzram confessed to having committed twenty-one mu ... Show More
35m 1s
May 2017
Episode 271: Carl Panzram Part I - A Bit of a Grouch
<p>It's time for another Heavy Hitter as we cover one of the meanest men of the early 20th century, Carl Panzram. Join us for his early life as Carl rides the rails, burns down churches, and suffers experiences that would turn him into one of the scariest people we've ever covere ... Show More
1h 5m
Apr 2022
Mind of a Monster: Making a Killing in Hollywood
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35m 32s
Dec 2023
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1h 32m