Killer Jobs: Serial Killer Podcast

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Discover the day jobs of the world’s most famous serial killers! Each episode explores the life, relationships, and murderous rampages of these psychopaths.

Chris Stanfield

  • Apr 15, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
  • infrequent NEW EPISODES
  • 25m AVG DURATION
  • 68 EPISODES


Latest episodes from Killer Jobs: Serial Killer Podcast

The short life and death of Jeffrey Dahmer in prison

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 44:33


Taking a look at the odd happenings of Jeffrey Dahmer during the limited time he was in jail. During his incarceratio, Dahmer was isolated, then released in the general population after convincing prison officials he would be safe. Jeffrey also spent a good deal of time becoming religious and was even baptized. At the same time, he displayed a sick a twisted sense of humor that made him a target for the man who would eventually beat Jeffrey to death.

How Son of Sam changed New York, with help from the media

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2020 46:22


Taking a look at the fear caused by David Berkowitz in New York City during 1977. There are many odd parallels which resemble the efforts of the media and fear in society to what is happening during the pandemic.

Movies & characters based on Ed Gein

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 55:38


Starting a new series for the quarantine in which I examine famous killers I’ve covered & how they’ve entered mainstream culture.The first episode looks at the many movies & characters which were based on Ed Gein including The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Psycho and The Silence of the Lambs.

Episode 58: HAROLD SHIPMAN - DR. DEATH

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 21:05


Shipman is one of the most prolific killers in history with an estimated 250 deaths, all of which, were his patients. Harold would see an elderly patient, inject them with a fatal dose of morphine, then fake the medical records to make it seem like the patient had died of a natural cause. Shipman is a fascinating story as his background, murder methods, and motivation seem widely different than any other serial killer covered in the past.

Episode 57: BOBBY JOE LONG - THE CLASSIFIED AD RAPIST

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 21:10


As his name suggested, Bobby used ads in local papers to find vulnerable victims. Long would scan the classifieds to find furniture or appliances for sale, then go to the homes to check out the goods.He figured that the person selling the item would likely be a wife home who was home alone or a single woman. Sadly, he was often correct and would easily gain access to a victim who was by herself.Social Media: @killerjobspodMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com

Episode 56: RANDY KRAFT - THE SCORECARD KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 22:03


He gained this nickname by keeping a studious coded list of his victims including names, types of torture performed, and approximate locations where the bodies had been disposed of. Many of the names and events on the list have been confirmed and points to a horrifying 67 murders committed over an 11 year time span.Social Media: @killerjobspodMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com

Episode 55: IVAN MILAT - THE BACKPACKER MURDERER

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2020 20:41


Ivan Milat abducted hitchhikers around his area under the false promise of a false ride. He would then tie them up, brutally attack the victim until they were dead, then continue his sadistic and sexual behaviors post mortem, sometime even using the bodies for target practice. Ivan’s kills escalated with violence and ceremony as they progressed, and he likely would of filled the nearby forest with bodies of hitchhikers. However, this case is an example of impressive and tireless efforts by a police force to do everything they could to catch a killer.Social Media: @killerjobspodMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com

Episode 54: JOACHIM KROLL - THE DUISBURG MAN-EATER

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2020 18:13


Kroll was a fascinating monster who murdered for over 20 years. During his time, he acted out his devious fantasies on victims, rubber dolls and even animals. Joachim was also a cannibal, who said that he looked for victims who looked tasty and tender. Despite all of this, he had a child-like mind, which helped him be perceived as kind to the children in his neighborhood.Social Media: @killerjobspodMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com

Episode 53: HERBERT MULLIN

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 19:55


Herbert believed he must kill fellow humans as a sacrifice, in order to stop huge earthquakes from destroying California. While this seems crazy, you’ll discover through his story that is was likely the reality his mind created through the experiences in his life. Mullin’s thoughts were also controlled by voices that told him to kill and made Herbert believe he had telekinetic powers which he would use to communicate with victims before a murder.Social Media: @killerjobspodMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com

KILLER JOBS Live at True Crime Fest

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2019 41:27


A live show from the 2019 True Crime Fest held outside of St. Louis, MO. This talk discusses common themes of serial killers' careers including killing coworkers, escaping murder locations with work travel, and using their jobs as the perfect cover.Social Media: @killerjobspodMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com

2019 Halloween Special: The Haunted Mansion

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2019 17:25


The Halloween Special this year will be exploring Disneyland's The Haunted Mansion! Discover the history of one of the most famous haunted houses in the world. Additionally, the episode will discuss lore, how effects are achieved, and the hidden secrets of this fantastic attraction which has been around for over 50 years.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 52: VELMA BARFIELD AKA DEATH ROW GRANNY

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2019 21:11


Velma cared deeply about her family and specifically her children, being known as a very involved mother who would do anything to make her kids’ lives better. However, she was also heavily addicted to prescription drugs and would do anything to get them.Barfield's pursuit of money cost the lives of family members and the people she worked for as she would forge checks in their names, then poison her victims as it was time to collect.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 51: JUANA BARRAZA AKA OLD LADY KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2019 18:51


Juana is a perfect example of a woman using her ability to gain a victim’s trust in order to be welcomed into their homes. She also benefited from a city believing that a male murderer was terrorizing the elderly women of the city, while she slipped out of homes undetected following a kill.  She also had a fascinating career as Mexican professional wrestler, which may of given her the confidence to begin her murder spree.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 50: ISRAEL KEYES

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2019 28:19


We only know the true details of a few horrifying murders that Israel committed, but Keyes' methods are alarming proof that there are still psychopaths out there who have evolved with the society.  Israel was a deadly hunter of humans who used technology in his favor.  He was hyper aware of the cell phone tracking and could manipulate digital records for his own benefit.  Israel was also an extremely calculated killer, who went to great lengths to avoid detection such as traveling the country.  He would land in a big city, rent a car, and drive thousands more miles, to retrieve a murder kit and select a victim.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 49: DONALD "PEE WEE" GASKINS

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2019 23:01


One of the worst killers in American history, Pee Wee took the lives of men, women and children.  Additionally, strangers and friends alike were not safe from Gaskins, who drove around in a hearse and eventually had his own graveyard.  Pee Wee's story is also extremely fascinating as he lived through horrible conditions which seem to only increase the evil he had inside.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 48: ALEXANDER PICHUSHKIN AKA THE CHESSBOARD KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2019 22:00


Pichuskin was calculated monster that claimed to be given life through murder.  Unlike most killers, he didn’t seem to have a sexual motivation associated with his crimes, but rather he craved the god like power he got from taking a life..This aloud him to choose victims and locations carefully, as to avoid detection.  But, like so many killers, Alexander would eventually grow to love the attention his murders brought and started leaving the bodies out in plain sight, most time with his signature, a vodka bottle shoved into the victim’s head wound.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

BONUS: Mindhunter Season 2 Review

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2019 40:56


A Season 2 review of the Netflix series Mindhunter.   The second season continues to give viewers a look at the establishment of the FBI's profiling program concerning serial killers and psychopaths.  This episode will discuss how the show has changed from season one, examine it's accuracy in relation to the real life crimes and take a look at the featured characters.  Warning, this episode does discuss potential spoilers.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 47: ADOLFO CONSTANZO AKA THE WITCH DOCTOR

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2019 20:18


Adolfo started his career as a fortune teller and quickly became well known and admired for his protection spells.  This got the attention of drug lords and cartels who would eventually hire Constanzo for protection of their drug trade.  Adolfo also gained followers that formed a cult around the man they believed was a God and master of the dark arts. But, with increased payments and stakes, Adolfo realized that he needed to make his protection ceremonies more substantial and grand, so he turned to human sacrifice.  What followed was years of horrible torture ceremonies that would take the lives of over 20 people. Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 46: DAVID RUSSELL WILLIAMS AKA TWEED CREEPER

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2019 18:31


Williams was an extremely successful member of the Canadian Air-force, rising to the ranks as a top pilot and commander.  His duties included flying missions around the world, overseeing military bases, and even being the chosen pilot for the Prime Minister.  However, David had a dark and a specific fetish in which he would break into a female's home and take pictures of himself wearing the woman's bra and underwear.  Though his initial break-ins didn't involve the victim physcially, Williams would escalate to molestation, torture and murder.  All of which, he video taped to create his own, sick movies.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 45: HARVEY GLATMAN AKA THE LONELY HEARTS KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2019 21:01


Glatman was obsessed with fulfilling his sexual desires from a young age, no matter the cost.  He even began breaking into homes to molest women at the early age of 12.  This behavior would sadly only be the start to Harvey's escalating crimes.As his killings began, Glatman developed a ruse in which he would pretend to be a photographer running a bondage themed photo shoot.  After the victim was tied up, he would start his murder process, snapping photos the entire time, and specifically capturing the moment the model knew she was going to die.  However, Harvey didn’t stop the photo shoot after his victims were dead.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 44: JOHN GEORGE HAIGH - THE ACID BATH MURDERER

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2019 24:15


Haigh was a calculated killer that believed he had created the perfect method for getting away with murder.  This involved submerging his victims in acid until the body disintegrated into a pink sludge, which John would poor down the sewer or in his own back yard.  He believed that if there were no bodies, then it wasn’t possible for him to be charged with murder.However, he was wrong on several accounts as the evidence found in John’s workshop of death would easily connect him to victims.  Additionally, the acid did not dissolve everything as small bones, dentures and other parts of the body would remain in the sludge, which would be the final nail in his coffin after he was caught.Murder would be only part of his game as Haigh was truly after his victim's estates and properties, which he would sell to make large sums of money.  But, as we will see, no amount of riches could satisfy his greed.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 43: MARCEL PETIOT - DR. SATAN

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2019 27:40


Despite his nickname, Petiot was actually a well respected doctor during his time.  He was so well like that he was even voted Mayor of his French town.  However, his kleptomania, schemes and use of murder to solve problems sent him to Paris after he was asked to step down from his political position.  It would be in the city of lights that Marcel would gain his famous name Dr. Satan.  Petiot developed a scam in which he promised to help smuggle an estimated 60 people out of the Nazi occupied city, only to systemically steal their money, and murder them.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 42: GERARD JOHN SCHAEFER - THE KILLER COP

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 23:59


Driven by his sexual fantasies and need for power, Schaefer used the job of a policeman to stalk and abduct his victims.  This was until 2 of his victims escaped and ran to the same station he worked to report the crime.  Based on the trophies found in his home, it's believed that he killed as many as 30 women.  However, authorities are unable to confirm most of his murders, because Gerard hid the bodies so well, they still haven't been discovered.  Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 41: YANG XINHAI - THE MONSTER KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2019 20:55


Yang was given his nickname, because that’s what he truly was, a monster.  Xinhai murdered so many innocent people, in such gruesome ways, that the public could only describe him as an evil fictional creature.  Yang was brutal and vicious with his killings, often taking out an entire family in just a few minutes with a hammer or other tool he found at the home.  Neighbors and friends coming to check on their loved ones would discover pools of blood surrounding a victim’s body in which the head had had been completely smashed.  Over his 3 year killing career he murdered near 70 people, among other horrible acts committed on his victims.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 40: RICHARD CHASE - THE VAMPIRE OF SACREMENTO

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2019 30:23


Chase was nicknamed vampire, because he really did drink a lot of blood. This was due to him truly believing that he needed it to survive. Throughout his life, Chase believed that his body was low on blood or that it would cure him of his imagined life threatening ailments. He was a schizophrenic and chronic hypochondriac that resulted in Richard devising ways in which he could cure himself. However, as he need for blood increased with his mental illness, he started murdering innocent people. Chase went on a spree that ended in with the gruesome and disgusting deaths of an entire family before being caught by the police.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 39: PETER STUMPP - THE WEREWOLF OF BEDBURG

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 18:57


Research points to several possible explanations as to why people thought Peter Stumpp was an actual werewolf.  The first being that he was possibly a murderer, rapist and cannibal who people came to realize was so evil, that turning into a crazed beast was the only possible explanation for his actions.  The next being that Stumpp was innocent, and an opposing religion  wanted to make an example out of Peter to show everyone what happened if they did not comply with the church.  There are testimony and documents to support both claims, but one fact is certain, Peter had one of the most brutal and notable deaths in history due to the torture devices used at his trial.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 38: PATRICK KEARNEY - THE TRASH BAG KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2019 21:07


Kearney had a specific MO that he cultivated and followed for most of his 15 year career as a serial killer.  He would get an unsuspecting victim in his car, quickly shoot them while he was driving, then commit necrophilia.  After he was done, he would drain the blood, dismember the corpse and wrap the body parts in garbage bags which he would leave along the roadways of California.  But like many killers, as the years went on, his process devolved as he became sloppy and impatient.  During this time he also held a high paying job as an aeronautical engineer, working for an aircraft company owned by the famous Howard Hughes.  Patrick would have this position until he would eventually flee California as the police closed in on him.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 37: HENRY LOUIS WALLACE - THE TACO BELL STRANGLER

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2019 20:43


Henry gained his nickname by murdering several employees during his time as manager of Taco Bell.  A man who started with great promise and potential, Wallace fell into drug addition which furthered his horrible inner demons and need to feed his habits.  Henry was unique as he often knew his victims well, giving him a greater edge when decided to end their lives.  The previous relationships with his victims also aloud him to attend their funerals with no suspicion.  He also had a frightening MO that would connect his murders, in addition to post death tactics to conceal his identity.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 36: VARG VIKERNES

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2019 22:37


Varg Vikernes is known as a talented musician in the black metal bands Burzum and Mayhem.  He was a driving force for his music scene and in many ways, an innovator in the culture that is associated with heavy metal.   Unfortunately, he is now regarded as an insane racist who struck out at the world in an attempt to gain attention and a reputation of being evil.  His crimes such as burning many historic churches in his home land of Norway, were fueled by his belief that Christianity had destroyed his country's history and true religion.  The eventual murder of his bandmate and friend came after the two rising stars clashed over beliefs, money and power.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 35: JOE METHENY

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2019 20:23


A life long drug addict and alcoholic, Metheny spent any money he earned from jobs on his vices.  This also led to him living in homeless camps outside Baltimore before he got his final job which aloud him to live on company property.  However, this would be unfortunate as Joe was able to lock the gates of his facility, trapping in victims and using the work site as a burial ground.  But, before putting his victims in the grave, Joe alleges that he cut off meat from the bodies, stored it in Tupperware, and used it to make burgers which he sold at his road-side stand.  Hear his horrifying tale of at least ten murders, many of which occurred after he was found innocent after his first murder trial.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 34: PETER MOORE - THE MAN IN BLACK

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2019 21:53


Moore became so obsessed with films and specifically horror movies, that he opened up his own string of theaters where he would host a movie club for children. During the night, Peter would use the same theaters to host live sex shows, where he would meet potential partners that he would attack once they left. Moore strived to be remembered as a movie villain, fixating on Jason from the Friday the 13th series and even told stories of a fictional accomplice based on the character. Discover how his fetishes, film obsession and failing theater business led to his murder spree.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 33: ROBERT MAUDSLEY - HANNIBAL THE CANNIBAL

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2019 16:36


Maudsely earned his nickname by having several similarities to the character Hannibal Lecter, including the glass like cage in which he currently resides.  This is in addition to the rumor that he ate another man's brain with a spoon.  But, unlike other killers, Robert targeted pedophiles as his victims making him a controversial figure in the eyes of the public.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 32: KARL DENKE - THE FORGOTTEN CANNIBAL

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2019 25:01


Karl Denke used the body parts of his victims to make several household items, including pickling the meat, which he consumed.  Even bolder, Karl would go on to sell the "meat" and products he made at a marketplace for over 20 years.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 31: H. H. HOLMES

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2019 27:12


H. H. Holmes famously built a monstrosity he claimed was a hotel, but only served as a home for schemes and murder.  Holmes embodies the title of this podcast, as he made a job of killing and selling his victims' bodies to universities.  His stories of deception in business and murder during the World's Fair in the 1890's are legendary in regards to his accomplishments and cruelty.  Learn how America's first serial killer grew into one of the most infamous villains in human history.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 30: RICHARD SPECK

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 23:43


Speck is known for his horrifying and brutal mass murder of 8 nurses in a single night. But, his bizarre and complicated life story, shows a clear progression of someone building the severity of crimes before getting to the point of this horrendous tragedy. Throughout his life, he was arrested close to 40 times starting with small petty crimes which built to robbery, rape and murder. Hear about it all plus the trouble he caused while in prison, including smuggling in hormones to transform his body into a female.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 29: SEAN SELLERS

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2019 20:04


One of the youngest serial killers in modern history, Sellers became obsessed with worshiping Satan at the age of 9. He believed that if he got deep enough into the occult, he would gain supernatural powers and become free to do what he wanted. Despite his rituals for the dark lord, his killings would be cut short as he was caught at just 16 and was the only person in recent history to be put to death for crimes committed at such an early age.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 28: TED KACYZNSKI - THE UNABOMBER

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2019 29:51


Discover the backstory of one of the most well known villains of the 1990's, The Unabomber.  A mathematical genius with a Harvard degree, Ted stay ahead of the FBI for almost 20 years until he was caught through a single phrase in his infamous manifesto.  This episode also contains a rare letter that Ted wrote to a former boss, his unique jail friendships, and how you can visit his actual cabin.Social Media: killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 27: JACK UNTERWEGER - THE VIENNA STRANGLER

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2019 20:01


Learn the story of the "Poet of Death" who went to jail as a convicted serial killer, but got out after just 15 years based on the popularity of the books and poems he wrote while in prison.  Unfortunately, Jack was a true killer and his new fame, fortune, and television jobs did not stop him from committing several more killing sprees all over the world, eventually being caught in Los Angeles.Social Media: killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 26: CARY STAYNER - THE YOSEMITE KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2019 23:38


This is an extremely unique true crime story that fits within another true crime story.  The first tragedy being the fact that his younger brother Steven, was kidnapped by a child molester and held captive for more than seven years before escaping and being reunited with his family.  However, this did not stop Cary from becoming a serial killer and likely contributed to his troubled mental state that level several women dead in Yosemite National Park.Social Media: killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 25: DEAN CORLL - THE CANDY MAN

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2019 21:51


One of the worst monsters in history lured his young victims with free candy and parties.  He also had two teenage accomplices that would hand over their peers to the psychopath for a little bit of money.  After Dean secured a victim, he would start the killing process with hours of sexual and physical torment on a special "torture board" he had created.  Learn how his brutal spree ended in shocking death for The Candy Man.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 24: JOEL RIFKIN - JOEL THE RIPPER

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2019 23:44


One of the only serial killers to be active while living with his parents, Joel never had the motivation to pursue jobs or relationships.  He did take advantage of his short time of as a landscaper to aid in disposal of his victims' bodies.  Discover how Rifkin's obsession with prostitutes, serial killers and murder created a monster that would terrorize the streets of New York.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

KILLER JOBS - LIVE AT THE LIBRARY

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2019 50:23


Killer Jobs was asked by a local library to give a presentation for a true crime series.  This talk by Killer Jobs host Chris Stanfield covers an overview of well known serial killers and the significance of their careers.  The show also discusses common psychological issues that effect most killers in relation to the horrible crimes they committed.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 23: ROBERT "WILLIE" PICKTON - THE PIG FARMER KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2019 18:47


Willie Pickton is most likely the richest serial killer in history.  He made millions from his pig farm, real estate deals & a wild social club.  However, Pickton is better known for murdering a suspected 50 women, mixing in his victims' body parts with pig meat, & disturbing it to the public.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 22: KEITH JESPERSEN - THE HAPPY FACE KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2019 20:22


Discover how this truck driver used his profession to get away with many murders, trick his victims, and keep the cops guessing for years.  Though, he may of been too good at covering up his crimes.  Eventually, Keith craved the recognition so much that he started sending in confessions, signing his letters with only the happy face symbol.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 21: ARTHUR SHAWCROSS - THE GENESEE RIVER KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2018 21:33


Usually serial killers have a specific MO, victim type and odd fetish but, Arthur had it all.   During this episode we will learn that he raped, tortured, hunted, and practiced necrophila on his victims, as he was known for returning to the corpse. But, he wouldn’t just fulfill his sexual urges. Many times he would cut off the woman’s genitals and eat them.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Patreon Bonus: Review of 2003 film MONSTER

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2018 18:25


See how the wildly popular film about the life of serial killer Aileen Wuornos, that won Charlize Theron an Oscar, matches up to her real life story.  Did she kill in self defense?  Did her real girlfriend look like Christina Ricci?  No.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 20: AILEEN WUORNOS - THE FLORIDA HIGHWAY KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2018 27:39


We dive into the profession and murders of America's most well known female serial killer. Discover how her work as a prostitute became a source for her killings. Was she a true serial killer, was it self defense or was it just for a little cash. Get the unknown and true motivations behind her crimes. Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 19: TSUTOMU MIYAZAKI - HUMAN DRACULA

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2018 21:32


Tsutomu was born with physically deformed hands that made him look like a vampire, but that wasn't his only resemblance to the evil creature.  He would also drink the blood and  cannibalize his victims.  This however, was only the start to his cruelty.  Additionally, he would taunt the victims' families with prank phone calls and by sending them their children's' ashes in the mail.  To top it all off, he had a super hero alter ego he called Rat Man, which Tsutomu claimed made him commit the terrible crimes.  Learn how his job as a photographer eventually led to his downfall in one of the most bizarre serial killers stories of all time.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 18: ROBERT HANSEN - BUTCHER BAKER

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2018 21:22


Robert Hansen's story is most famously known for it’s comparison to the short story "The Most Dangerous Game" in which a man sets people loose on an island and hunts them.It’s believed that Robert did just that to his victims, he would abduct a woman, torture her, and then release her in the Alaskan wilderness before hunting her down like an animal.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Halloween Special: Origins of The Universal Monsters

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2018 25:49


Find out how your favorite monsters were created!  Take a look at how Frankenstein, Dracula, The Mummy, and The Wolf Man were born in literature or human history, then brought into the spotlight by Universal Studios.Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

Episode 17: DENNIS NILSEN - THE KINDLY KILLER

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2018 26:41


Dennis Nilsen wanted company and didn't care if they were dead or alive.  Learn about this former police officer's bizarre acts with the bodies of his victims including posing them around his house on furniture as he carried on conversations with the corpses.  Also, discover how his insane methods of body disposal led to his downfall. Social Media: @killerjobspodPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/killerjobsMerchandise: https://killerjobspodcast.threadless.com( 100% of all money from the show’s Patreon & merchandise sales are donated to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery, in addition to a monthly donation from advertising revenue. https://www.crisisnurserykids.org )

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