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"I don't like Mondays” - Brenda Spencer.
On January 29, 1979, sixteen-year-old Brenda Spencer opened fire on ClevelandElementary School in San Diego, California, killing two school employees and woundingeight children and a police officer. When asked why she'd committed such a horrific act,Brenda gave an answer that wou ... Show More
42m 25s
Oct 26
Gregorio “Goyo” Cardenas: The Tacuba Strangler | With Jack Luna of Dark Topic
Can a serial killer truly be rehabilitated, or can a clever murderer simply convince the world that he's changed?In this special episode of Once Upon a Crime, Esther welcomes back Jack Luna, host and producer of the acclaimed true crime podcast Dark Topic. Jack joins Esther to ex ... Show More
1h 15m
Oct 19
The Oracle's Daughter: Inside an American Cult
How does a free-spirited hippie become the authoritarian leader of a religious cult? And why do ordinary people remain loyal to dangerous leaders, even when faced with abuse, isolation, and fear?This week on Once Upon a Crime, we explore the disturbing history of the Aggressive C ... Show More
46m 50s
Aug 2025
Doing Crime to Prove You're Innocent: the Han Van Meegeren Story
He was trained to be a fine art painter. Early on, he was considered “gifted.” But times change, tastes change, and the art world moves on...Han Van Meegeren wanted his revenge for being left behind. His plan: art forgery of the great masters of the past. But then came World War ... Show More
52m 40s
May 2023
Molto Ridicolo: Vincenzo Pipino
A city as fabulous and sinister and romantic as Venice, Italy, deserves a fabulous, sinister, and romantic cat burglar. The ultra wealthy were honored to be his target, and he was happy to take their priceless works of art (and the occassional cashmere sweater). His crimes were a ... Show More
46m 5s
Nov 2023
Luis Garavito: The Most Prolific Serial Killer in History
Uncover the horrifying true story of Luis Garavito, Colombia's prolific serial killer, in this chilling account. From childhood trauma to his gruesome crimes, explore the darkness that led to "The Beast's" reign of terror. Will justice prevail?
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1h 54m