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Mission Killer: "Real Life Dexter" Manny Pardo

This Florida cop dedicated his life to fighting crime. But in his mind, the only way to truly clean up the streets, was to become a killer himself. So Manuel “Manny” Pardo killed nine people. And even in jail, he claimed his family would see him as a hero. Keep up with us on Inst ... Show More

31 m

Aug 18

Visionary Killer: Joe Kallinger

The visionary killer blames their crimes on an external force – an apparition who commands them to kill. In Joseph Kallinger’s case, multiple entities urging him to commit arson… and then, to kill everyone on planet Earth. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Learn ... Show More

30m 58s

Aug 11

Power and Control Killer: Ted Bundy

Ted Bundy was calculated, composed, even charming. But behind the polished exterior was a predator obsessed with control. He used manipulation, deceit, and dominance to gain total power over his victims. From his carefully planned attacks to his detailed confessions, Ted Bundy is ... Show More

41m 9s

Jul 2021

ITALY: Monster of Florence

For almost two decades, a gruesome serial killer preyed on young lovers in the hills of Florence. And he wasn’t just out for blood — he wanted body parts. After a 40-year manhunt, hundreds have been accused of being the Monster, many have been jailed, but the real killer has neve ... Show More

47m 37s

Jan 2021

E231: Florence Broadhurst Pt. 2

By March 1989, Florence Broadhurst’s case had been cold for over a decade. But a string of murders in suburban Sydney, Australia brought renewed attention to the legendary designer’s mysterious death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

40m 2s

Oct 2022

Episode 379: The Tragic Case of Florence Maybrick

Today Alaina brings us the case of Florence Maybrick and asks that we decide whether or not this woman was guilty of murder. Florence’s husband James was known to have a tummy trouble or two, but in May of 1889 those troubles progressed much further and James ended up dead. Immed ... Show More

1h 10m

Apr 2021

The Phantom of Heilbronn (Short)

One of the most notoriously uncatchable serial killers in the history of Central Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23m 39s

Sep 2023

38. The Florida Canal Killings

On this episode, Payton discusses the multiple murders where bodies were dumped in Florida's canals. Was this the work of one serial killer? Or multiple killers? Case Sources:The Flat Tire Murders: Unsolved Crimes of a South Florida Serial Killer (2021, McFarland), by Michael P. ... Show More

45m 5s

Dec 2022

Best of 2022: The Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders Pt. 1

Santa Rosa was a safe, peaceful town going into the 1970s. But in a few short years, police realized that five hitchhiking young women had disappeared. Four of them were found dead. And a serial killer was on the loose in their small town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ... Show More

39m 42s

Sep 2023

The Black Dahlia Murder Pt. 1

In 1940s Hollywood, a 22-year-old aspiring actress is found mutilated and drained of blood. Her body is posed, and her mouth has been carved into a permanent smile. The investigation takes police into the hidden sides of the city — illicit romances and gang-related crimes. But wh ... Show More

41m 49s

Dec 2022

Best of 2022: The Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders Pt. 2

It’s believed that the Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Killer murdered eight women during the 1970s. Investigators speculated it could have been the work of the Zodiac Killer or even Ted Bundy. But a recent discovery has led to another possible suspect. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi ... Show More

44m 50s

“The Monster of Florence” Pt. 1