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True Crime Historian
The Murderous Mania Of Jolly Jane

True Crime Historian

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 108:13


The Unexpected Crimes of Nurse ToppanEpisodes 29 and 30Ad-Free Safe House EditionHistory contains many cases of nurses who turned out to be killers, but there may not be one as bizarre as the case of Jane Toppan, one of the first "angels of death" on record.Because she had such a cheerful disposition, people called her “Jolly Jane,” and so were completely surprised when she was arrested for the murder of a family in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. Once suspicions were aroused, accusations began to fall like rain. The exact count of her death toll remains a mystery, but estimates put it between 31 and 84 murders, although the longer she remained in the asylum, the larger the number grew.More Serial KillersBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support.

My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Rewind with Karen & Georgia - Episode 21: Because 7 8 9

My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 60:44


It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia! This week, K & G recap Episode 21: Because 7 8 9, when Karen covered the Cleveland Elementary School Shootings by Brenda Spencer and Georgia discussed serial killer Jane Toppan. Listen for all-new commentary, case updates and much more! Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new to the show, join the conversation as we look back on our old episodes and discuss the life lessons we've learned along the way. Head to social media to share your favorite moments from this episode!   Instagram: instagram.com/myfavoritemurder   Facebook: facebook.com/myfavoritemurder TikTok: tiktok.com/@my_favorite_murder Now with updated sources and photos: https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes/rewind-with-karen-georgia-episode-21-because-7-8-9 My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. Since MFM launched in January 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories, and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921. The Exactly Right podcast network provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics, including true crime, comedy, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include Buried Bones with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

True Crime on Easy Street
S4 Ep 38: Jolly Jane Toppan

True Crime on Easy Street

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 56:49


This week Kelly takes us back to the 1800's in Massachusetts to tell the story of Jane Toppan, nurse turned serial killer who earned the nickname of Jolly Jane. This episode is sponsored by: GO Realty Cherokee Family Healthcare The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Easy Street, Restaurant, Bar, and Performance Hall Theme song is The Legend of Hannah Brady by the Shane Givens Band https://open.spotify.com/track/5nmybCPQ5imfGH8lEDWK4k?si=d8d9594652cf4cf1 Sources: Book: The Poisonous Life of a Female Serial Killer by Harold Schechter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_Toppan https://newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/jolly-jane-toppan-killer-nurse-obsessed-death/ https://www.lowellhistoricalsociety.org/lowells-ties-to-jolly-jane-massachusetts-female-serial-killer/ https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/news/2010/10/25/serial-killer-jolly-jane-still/51426686007/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truecrimeoneasystreet/support

The Tipsy Ghost
228 : Jaded Jane

The Tipsy Ghost

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2024 25:34


The episode where Sarah brings us some true crime about Jolly Jane, who is really not that jolly. Jane Toppan was a nurse who liked to kill…she missed the day of orientation when “Do No Harm” is covered. Jane killed numerous patients in Massachusetts from 1895-1901 and is thought to be one of the most unusual female serial killers due to her motives behind the killings. Look, we have lots of questions here: where were her preceptors? How did she get away with it for so long? And where was Florence?! She would never. www.thetipsyghost.com  Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok  @thetipsyghost  Email us your stories at thetipsyghost@gmail.com  Show your support when you subscribe, leave a great review, & give us a 5 start rating— it really helps!

Murder They Wrote with Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling
S1.29: The Wicked Crimes of Jolly Jane

Murder They Wrote with Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 36:29


Laura looks at the crimes of ‘Jolly' Jane Toppan, the woman believed to be America's first female serial killer.Murder They Wrote with Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling is available weekly on BBC Sounds. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode. Email us at lauraandiain@bbc.co.uk.

Asesinamente
DE NUEVO: Jolly Jane Toppan, Enfermera Asesina | 402

Asesinamente

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 40:34


Paola Rojas explora el caso particular de Jane Toppan: una enfermera de Massachusetts sospechosa de asesinar a más de cien personas a principios del siglo. Nadie sospechaba que la amable y exitosa enfermera apodada "Jolly Jane" fuera una psicópata narcisista.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Morbid
Episode 561: “Jolly Jane” Toppan: Angel of Mercy (Part 2)

Morbid

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 64:54


Considered among the first (and certainly the most prolific) American female serial killers and so-called angels of mercy, Jane Toppan's killing spree went unnoticed for more than fifteen years, as she transitioned from one hospital to another, leaving an unprecedented trail of carnage in her wake. Jane was finally arrested in 1901, after killing the entire family of a man for whom she'd been hired to provide care. The arrest and trial were a sensation, as murder and cruelty were a direct contradiction of the norms and standards long relied upon to define American womanhood. Thank you to the amazing Dave White of Bring me the Axe Podcast for research!ReferencesBoston Globe. 1902. "Agree that she's insane." Boston Globe, April 6: 1.—. 1901. "Alden P. Davis' death due to another cause." Boston Globe, November 21: 1.—. 1901. "Hint to watch Miss Toppan." Boston Globe, October 31: 5.—. 1901. "Inquiry is under way." Boston Globe, August 31: 1.—. 1902. "Is Miss Toppan sane." Boston Globe, March 26: 1.—. 1904. "Jane Toppan an imbecile." Boston Globe, July 10: 6.—. 1902. "Jane Toppan insane, found not guilty." Boston Globe, June 24: 1.—. 1938. "Jane Toppan, poisoner of 31, dies in hospital at age pf 81." Boston Globe, August 18: 1.—. 1901. "Marriage and money." Boston Globe, November 1: 1.—. 1901. "Murder by poison." Boston Globe, October 31: 1.—. 1901. "No cause for suspicion." Boston Globe, November 4: 2.Lowell Historical Society. 2022. Lowell's ties to “Jolly” Jane, Massachusetts' Female Serial Killer. October 29. Accessed March 28, 2024. https://www.lowellhistoricalsociety.org/lowells-ties-to-jolly-jane-massachusetts-female-serial-killer/.New York Times. 1904. "Jane Toppan, an extraordinary case of moral insanity." New York Times, October 23: A2.—. 1938. "Miss Jane Toppan, 84, Mass poisoner, dies." New York Times, August 18: 15.Schechter, Harold. 2012. Fatal: The Poisonous Life of a Female Serial Killer. New York, NY: Pocket Books.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Morbid
Episode 560: “Jolly Jane” Toppan: Angel of Mercy (Part 1)

Morbid

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 93:11


When Jane Toppan began training to be a nurse at Cambridge Hospital in 1885, she was bright, eager, and well-liked by her peers and seemed to form easy bonds with the oldest and most vulnerable patients. What no one knew at the time was, once Jane managed to get time alone with her patients, she began conducting medical experiments by injecting them with various drugs and even going so far as to get into bed with them to hold them close to her as they died from the overdoses she'd administered.Thank you to the amazing Dave White of Bring me the Axe Podcast for research!ReferencesBoston Globe. 1902. "Agree that she's insane." Boston Globe, April 6: 1.—. 1901. "Alden P. Davis' death due to another cause." Boston Globe, November 21: 1.—. 1901. "Hint to watch Miss Toppan." Boston Globe, October 31: 5.—. 1901. "Inquiry is under way." Boston Globe, August 31: 1.—. 1902. "Is Miss Toppan sane." Boston Globe, March 26: 1.—. 1904. "Jane Toppan an imbecile." Boston Globe, July 10: 6.—. 1902. "Jane Toppan insane, found not guilty." Boston Globe, June 24: 1.—. 1938. "Jane Toppan, poisoner of 31, dies in hospital at age pf 81." Boston Globe, August 18: 1.—. 1901. "Marriage and money." Boston Globe, November 1: 1.—. 1901. "Murder by poison." Boston Globe, October 31: 1.—. 1901. "No cause for suspicion." Boston Globe, November 4: 2.Lowell Historical Society. 2022. Lowell's ties to “Jolly” Jane, Massachusetts' Female Serial Killer. October 29. Accessed March 28, 2024. https://www.lowellhistoricalsociety.org/lowells-ties-to-jolly-jane-massachusetts-female-serial-killer/.New York Times. 1904. "Jane Toppan, an extraordinary case of moral insanity." New York Times, October 23: A2.—. 1938. "Miss Jane Toppan, 84, Mass poisoner, dies." New York Times, August 18: 15.Schechter, Harold. 2012. Fatal: The Poisonous Life of a Female Serial Killer. New York, NY: Pocket Books.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Seriemördarpodden
136. Jane Toppan

Seriemördarpodden

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 55:38


* Det här är ett gammalt avsnitt från Podme. För att få tillgång till Podmes alla premiumpoddar samt fler avsnitt från den här podden, helt utan reklam, prova Podme Premium kostnadsfritt. *På flera sjukhus i New York och Boston dog äldre patienter oförklarligt. De var alla sjukliga, men ändå var symptomen de visade upp märkliga. Men ingen fattade några misstankar mot den högst kompetenta sjuksyster Jane Toppan. Om du gillar Seriemördarpodden och vill vara med och sponsra podden gör du det bäst på Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/seriemordarpodden Om du sponsrar podden får du också tillgång till minst tre extra avsnitt av Seriemördarpodden Premium varje månad. Det här är en podcast av Dan Hörning. Klippning och ljudsättning av David "Dawwa" Persson. Följ Dan Hörning här: Twitter: @danhorning Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_horning/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danhorningofficiell/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV2Qb7SmL9mejE5RCv1chwg Ett poddtips: Dan Hörning gör en nördpodd med Anna Erlandsson. De har precis börjat en lång serie om Harry Potter på minst 14 avsnitt. Lyssna på Hard Nerd Cafe här: https://play.acast.com/s/nerd Ett till poddtips: Om du gillar Seriemördarpodden gillar du förmodligen Massmördarpodden. Finns på podme.com.

Ye Olde Crime
Jane Toppan

Ye Olde Crime

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 59:32


Lindsay and Madison discuss Jane Toppan, as well as why people are scared of going to the hospital, that just because someone seems Jolly doesn't mean you should drink their mineral water, and how to be a terrifying female serial killer in the early 20th Century. Information pulled from the following sources: 2024 Irish Central article by Kate Hickey 2023 New England Historical Society article 2022 Lowell Historical Society article 2009 Mental Floss article by Miss Celania 1938 The Boston Globe article 1902 JAMA Network article 1902 The Saint Paul Globe article Crime Museum Find a Grave Murderpedia Wikipedia Go check out our friends Alecia and Sierra over at Twisted and Uncorked podcast. Send us your listener questions to bit.ly/AskYOC. Become a member on Buy Me A Coffee for as little as $1/month to support the show.  Get your groceries and essentials delivered in as fast as 1 hour via Instacart. Free delivery on your first 3 orders. Min $10 per order. Terms apply. You can write to us at: Ye Olde Crime Podcast, PO Box 341, Wyoming, MN 55092. Join the conversation over at the Cultiv8 Discord and join the Olde Crimers Cubby to chat with us and other listeners of the show. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Spotify, Podcast Addict, Audible, or Goodpods! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WKWC Podcasts
Crime and Punishment S2E5 - Madam Murder

WKWC Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 71:13


In honor of Womans History Month - Kaitlyn, a history buff, and Sarah, a crime junkie, bring to you 2 cases about women committing the ultimate crime - murder. The girls deep-dive into one of America's first ever serial killers, Jane Toppan, and the woman who inspired world-renowned musical Chicago, Beulah Sheriff.

Disumani
EP. 7 - Jolly Jane

Disumani

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 32:27


Nella puntata di oggi torniamo negli Stati Uniti, sulla west coast, per la storia di uno spietato angelo della morte della seconda metà dell'Ottocento. Jane Toppan, detta “Jolly Jane” per il suo carattere allegro, compie decine di omicidi solo per il gusto di farlo. Insieme ad Anna Vagli, cerchiamo di comprendere il mostro nascosto in un'innocua infermiera sorridente. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pop y Muerte
Pop y muerte y médicos

Pop y Muerte

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 94:39


La medicina privada mata. En este caso, en sentido literal. Acompáñennos a un periplo por los médicos y enfermeras más mortíferos de la historia. Gente que hacía lo opuesto a su trabajo: quitar vidas en lugar de salvarlas. Seres como Harold Shipman, aka Dr. Death, médico de cabecera inglés que causó al menos 250 muertes; Michael Swango, que administraba arsénico sin compasión, acabando con la vida de al menos 60 personas; el siniestrísimo Charles Cullen, aka “Ángel de la Muerte”, siempre vestido de blanco y programando muertes (se le sospechan 400) como el que programa Tacs; la célebre Jane Toppan, Enfermera Envenenante, que en su impresionante spree de 1895 finiquitó a 11 pacientes de una tacada; y el “Ogro de Reading”, Amelia Dyer, peor nodriza concebible y terror de los bebés victorianos.

Then Again with Ken and Glen
E193 America's First Female Serial Killer

Then Again with Ken and Glen

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 32:50


In this gripping episode, we are honored to host the accomplished author Mary Kay McBrayer, as she unveils the dark and chilling world of 'America's First Female Serial Killer.' Join us as we delve into Mary Kay's meticulously researched book, which uncovers the bone-chilling story of Jane Toppan. Through this interview, Mary Kay offers us a window into her writing process, the historical intrigue that led her to this shocking tale, and the fascinating journey of unearthing forgotten stories. If you're a true crime enthusiast, history buff, or simply curious about hidden narratives, this episode will leave you spellbound, as Mary Kay McBrayer masterfully unravels the mysteries of one of America's most haunting criminal legends. For more information visit: www.marykaymcbrayer.com

The Greatest True Crime Stories Ever Told
The First American Female Serial Killer (Pt 3)

The Greatest True Crime Stories Ever Told

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 47:44 Transcription Available


Today's episode is the finale of our three-part miniseries on “The First American Female Serial Killer", Jane Toppan. The Greatest True Crime Stories is a production of Diversion Audio.• Follow Diversion Audio on Instagram • Explore more: diversionaudio.com This series is hosted by Mary Kay McBrayer. Check out more of her work at www.marykaymcbrayer.com.This episode was written by Mary Kay McBrayerEditorial Direction by Nora BatelleDeveloped by Scott Waxman, Emma DeMuth, and Jacob BronsteinProduced, edited, and directed by Mark FrancisTheme Music by Tyler CashExecutive Produced by Scott Waxman, Mark Francis, and Jacob BronsteinSpecial thanks to: Mary Kay McBrayer, America's First Female Serial Killer: Jane Toppan and the Making of a Monster Harold Schechter, Fatal Harold Schechter, Murderabilia And in case you're interested in it, here's a photo of what Hunyadi Mineral water looks like See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cult Liter with Spencer Henry
359: Jolly Jane

Cult Liter with Spencer Henry

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 43:04


Imagine waking up from surgery to your nurse in bed caressing you, kissing you. For the patients of nurse Jane Toppan dubbed ‘Jolly Jane' they didn't have to imagine, this was their reality. Jane claimed to be responsible for more than 31 murders, though they haven't all been confirmed, she had quite the ‘career' as one of America's earliest serial killers. Merch! Merch! Merch!: wonderyshop.com/cultliterCome see me on tour: obitchuarypodcast.com Write me: spencer@cultliter.comSpencer Henry PO Box 18149 Long Beach CA 90807 Follow along online: instagram.com/cultliterpodcastJoin our patreon: Patreon.com/cultliterCheck out my other show OBITCHUARY wherever you're listening now! Sources: https://openarchives.umb.edu/digital/collection/p15774coll8/id/322https://snaccooperative.org/view/61026264https://www.ranker.com/list/disturbing-facts-about-jane-toppan/amandasedlakhevenerhttps://www.newspapers.com/image/137705294/?terms=Jane%20toppan&match=1https://www.newspapers.com/image/355521379/?terms=jane%20toppan&match=1https://cdnc.ucr.edu/cgi-bin/cdnc?a=d&d=LAH19020625.2.28&e=-------en--20--1--txt-txIN--------1https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_Toppanhttps://headstuff.org/culture/history/terrible-people-from-history/jane-toppan-nurse-and-serial-killer/https://www.newspapers.com/image/735371623/?article=34633659-76a0-479d-9b6e-75f1b86203f4&terms=William%20ingrahamSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Monster Med: Morbid Medical Places
S2: Ep. 2: Serial Killer Nurse “Jolly” Jane Toppan - Part 2

Monster Med: Morbid Medical Places

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 38:12


Monster Med is back but now with a new name and a new co-host! Make sure to subscribe to Don't Look Under The Med: Macabre Medical Stories to make sure you never miss a creepy moment. In today's second episode of the two part series, Sara and Ashley step into the chilling world of one of America's first-known female serial killers, “Jolly” Jane Toppan. Jane Toppan was a relatively well-respected nurse who worked and lived in the Boston area, and between the years of 1880 and 1901 went on a murder spree, poisoning friends, patients, and acquaintances.  From escaping debts to advancing her career, nurse Toppan's motives to kill were as diverse as they were sinister.  Join us as we piece together Jane Toppan's early life, her quick turn from what appeared to be a promising nursing career to murder, and the investigation that eventually brought her to justice. Articles: Lowell Historical Society - Lowell's Ties to “Jolly” Jane, Massachusetts' Female Serial Killer Radford University: Department of Psychology - Jane Toppan - “Jolly Jane”, researched by Emily Allen, Alana Averill, and Emmeline Cook  Books: Ciminio, Al (2032). Angels of Death: Murderous Medics, Nefarious Nurses and Killer Carers. Arcturus Holdings Limited. Ramsland, K.M. (2007). Inside the Minds of Healthcare Serial Killers: Why They Kill. Praeger Publishers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Asesinamente
Jolly Jane Toppan, Enfermera Asesina | 6

Asesinamente

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 40:34


Paola Rojas explora el caso particular de Jane Toppan: una enfermera de Massachusetts sospechosa de asesinar a más de cien personas a principios del siglo. Nadie sospechaba que la amable y exitosa enfermera apodada "Jolly Jane" fuera una psicópata narcisista. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Monster Med: Morbid Medical Places
S2: Ep. 1: Serial Killer Nurse “Jolly” Jane Toppan - Part 1

Monster Med: Morbid Medical Places

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 54:00


Monster Med is back but now with a new name and a new co-host! Make sure to subscribe to Don't Look Under The Med: Macabre Medical Stories to make sure you never miss a creepy moment. In today's episode, Sara and Ashley step into the chilling world of one of America's first-known female serial killers, “Jolly” Jane Toppan. Jane Toppan was a relatively well-respected nurse who worked and lived in the Boston area, and between the years of 1880 and 1901 went on a murder spree, poisoning friends, patients, and acquaintances.  From escaping debts to advancing her career, nurse Toppan's motives to kill were as diverse as they were sinister.  Join us as we piece together Jane Toppan's early life, her quick turn from what appeared to be a promising nursing career to murder, and the investigation that eventually brought her to justice. Articles: Lowell Historical Society - Lowell's Ties to “Jolly” Jane, Massachusetts' Female Serial Killer Radford University: Department of Psychology - Jane Toppan - “Jolly Jane”, researched by Emily Allen, Alana Averill, and Emmeline Cook  Books: Ciminio, Al (2032). Angels of Death: Murderous Medics, Nefarious Nurses and Killer Carers. Arcturus Holdings Limited. Ramsland, K.M. (2007). Inside the Minds of Healthcare Serial Killers: Why They Kill. Praeger Publishers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Monster Med: Morbid Medical Places
ANNOUCEMENT!!! The Podcast is back with a new name and a new co-host!

Monster Med: Morbid Medical Places

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 1:44


WE'RE BACK BABY! After a rather long hiatus, I am super excited to announce that the podcast will return in one short week. So buckle up and get ready for more fun, creepy medical chats coming your way! Monster Med is now known as Don't Look Under The Med: Macabre Medical Stories, and joining me as co-host in this fresh new chapter is my childhood best friend, Sara, who shares my passion for well... pretty much everything. Together we will share stories of haunted hospitals, murderous healthcare providers, and horrific medical procedures- you know, all the fun stuff you've come to expect from me up until this point. Tune in on August 21st, to hear our chat about serial killer nurse, "Jolly" Jane Toppan. Be there, and be scared! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Creeps In The Crypt
Episode 111 Jane Toppan

Creeps In The Crypt

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023 40:01


Jane Toppan was a serial killer in Massachusetts in the late 1800s. Jane used her profession as a nurse to commit many of her murders. She claimed her life goal was to “have killed more people – helpless people – than any other man or woman who ever lived.”Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Twisted Teachers
Twisted Crime Time: The Killer Nurse (Jane Toppan) and the Murder of Maria Ridulph

Twisted Teachers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 44:54


Kim tells about the "Angel of Death" (Jane Toppan) who had a penchant for autopsies and the ability to drug and kill people with stolen drugs. Jen talks about the horrible case of Maria Ridulph. This case is sometimes known as the oldest cold case. https://murderpedia.org/female.T/t/toppan-jane.htmhttps://worldofwonder.net/the-sordid-story-of-serial-killer-jolly-jane-toppan-nurse-and-an-angel-of-death/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYv0DQYQ-o0https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2013/08/us/oldest-cold-case/ch3.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxbFaXphUnITwisted Teachers Podcast wants to hear from you!Leave us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/TwistedTeachersWebsite-Twistedteacherspodcast.comLINKTREE :https://linktr.ee/twistedteacherContact us via email: Twistedteachers2@gmail.comInstagram: @twisted__teacher; @inked_educator68; @escaping_educationTik Tok: @inkededucator @escape_educationFacebook: @TwistedTeacherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifersquireroberts

Lady Killers with Lucy Worsley

Lucy Worsley investigates the historical crimes of women from a contemporary, feminist perspective. In this episode, Lucy is joined by Dr Katherine Ramsland, a professor of forensic psychology at DeSales University, to visit Massachusetts in New England, USA and discover how one nurse became a notorious serial killer. Jane Toppan is a well-respected and successful private nurse in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She spends her time moving from one family to another, caring for them until they either recover, or pass away. In June 1901, Jane gets a visit from her friend, Mattie Davis. But upon her arrival, Mattie falls ill. Jane takes care of her until she dies a week later. After this, Jane moves into the Davis family's house to help them cope with the loss of their mother. But soon, one by one, the other members of the family die in quick succession. Jane is onto her next job, but suspicions are soon raised about the care she's providing. She is followed secretly by a policeman as the bodies of the Davis family are exhumed and tested for poison. Traces of morphine and atropine – substances that Jane Toppan would have had access to in her role as a private nurse – are discovered and Jane is arrested. To help Lucy explore this case, historian Dr Elizabeth DeWolfe visits Massachusetts General Hospital Archives to discover what it was like to be a nurse at the turn of the 20th century. She also visits the Boston Public Library to see how the press reacted to the murderous nurse. Lucy and Katherine discuss Jane's case and the impact it had on the relatively new profession of nursing. Lucy also wants to know how Jane Toppan compares to serial killers today. We think of nurses as caring, virtuous and we trust them with our life. Jane Toppan will make you think twice. Producer: Hannah Fisher Readers: Laurel Lefkow and Jonathan Keeble Sound Design: Chris Maclean Series Producer: Julia Hayball A StoryHunter production for BBC Radio 4

A Good Night For a Murder

In this season opener we're going to cover a case that encompasses something that I think is a lot of people's worst fears. And if it isn't a fear you already have, it might become one after hearing this case. Sometimes called Angels of mercy, or angels of death, this story is about what happens when someone trusted with the care of others, abandons their oath to “do no harm.” This is the story of Jane Toppan.Follow along on Instagram or TikTok @agoodnightforamurder or www.agoodnightforamurder.com, and subscribe where ever you listen to podcasts.

Fat, French and Fabulous
Episode 93: Angels of Death, Part Two - Jane Toppan

Fat, French and Fabulous

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 82:49


A major distinction between different types of serial killers - and different types of Angels of Death - is motive. Traditionally, male serial killers are more likely to be motivated by sex and female serial killers more motivated by material comfort. However, that it not always the case... particularly not when it comes to killers like Jane Toppan.

Killer Psyche
Jolly Jane Toppan: Killer Nurse

Killer Psyche

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 49:20


Former FBI agent and criminal profiler Candice DeLong explores the particular case of Jane Toppan: a Massachusetts nurse suspected of murdering over one hundred people at the turn of the century. No one suspected the good natured, successful nurse nicknamed "Jolly Jane" to be a narcissistic psychopath. Florence Nightingale, she was not.Please support us by supporting our sponsors.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ghoul on Ghoul
Episode 182: Sycophantic Pedantic

Ghoul on Ghoul

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 66:17


Amanda and Sarah meet at the intersection of sex and crime with two very different stories. Amanda celebrates Women's History Month with the story of Jane Toppan, a nurse/serial killer believed to derive pleasure from drugging her patients to death. Sarah investigates the historical connections between execution by hanging, the mandrake root, and erotic asphyxiation. Other subjects covered include the masculine urge to send bad gifs, chore preferences, and bunny decor.  Recommendations: Amanda recommends the films Remember My Name and Cruising. Sarah recommends the book How to Keep House While Drowning. Sources: “Autoerotic Deaths,” Practical Forensic and Investigative Perspectives Wikipedia/Erotic asphyxiation Wikipedia/Death erection BBC News (The plant that can kill and cure) "Myths and mandrakes" by Anthony John Carter Botanical.com (Mandrake) Wikipedia/Jane Toppan New England Historical Society (JOLLY JANE TOPPAN, THE KILLER NURSE OBSESSED WITH DEATH) NY Daily News (Killer Boston nurse finally went too far when she poisoned entire family in 1901) Find A Grave (Jane Toppan) Radford University (Jane Toppan “Jolly Jane”) For updates on future episodes and other fun stuff, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or check out our Patreon. 

Murder, Mystery & Makeup
Jolly Jane, The Angel Of Death Went on A Poisoning Spree

Murder, Mystery & Makeup

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 35:02


Hi Friends! Today I wanted to talk about Jane Toppan, as I have seen many requests to talk about her. She was SCARY. Love you so much and please be safe out there! Hope to be seeing you very soon x o Bailey Sarian Watch the original video here and don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube @BaileySarian! Tik Tok : https://bit.ly/3e3jL9v Instagram : http://bit.ly/2nbO4PR Facebook : http://bit.ly/2mdZtK6 Twitter : http://bit.ly/2yT4BLV Pinterest : http://bit.ly/2mVpXnY Youtube : http://bit.ly/1HGw3Og Snapchat : https://bit.ly/3cC0V9d Discord: https://discord.gg/BaileySarian

Mordercy w bieli
#5 Jane Toppan

Mordercy w bieli

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 22:25


Pielęgniarka częstująca swoich pacjentów śmiertelnym... pocałunkiem. Zatrudniający kobietę lekarze chwalili sobie jej profesjonalizm. Jednak Jane Toppan fascynują przede wszystkim trupy i ... trucizny. Poznaj pierwszą seryjną morderczynię w Stanach Zjednoczonych. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

HERstory on the Rocks
Episode 196 - Jane & Rogue

HERstory on the Rocks

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023


Story time with Katie & Allie. Grab a glass and pour a drink. Let's talk Jane Toppan and Anna Maire (AKA Rogue)

Spill the Milk
Episode 44: Jane Toppan

Spill the Milk

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 71:56


Grab your {Ormell} popcorn and get ready for some plot twists with this episode! YouTube “America's First Female Serial Killer: Jane Toppan w/ Mary Kay McBrayer” by Most Notorious https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HtAERuYFHo Podcast “Mary Kay McBrayer: She Kills…” by Tenfold More Wicked Podcast “Jolly Jane - Jane Toppan” by Serial Killers --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hannah-lemke/support

jane toppan most notorious mary kay mcbrayer
MedCrimes: a Medical True Crime Podcast
33: “Jolly” Jane Toppan, part 1

MedCrimes: a Medical True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 53:34


Kate and Devon take us back to the late 1800's, where private nurse Jane Toppan wreaked havoc in the city of Boston. Intro/outro: New Media, Olive Musique Cover art: Blossom Creative Studio, Jenny Hamilton Instagram: @medcrimespodcast Follow, like, share, subscribe!  Visit us at: Www.medcrimespodcast.com

Sceny zbrodni
#142. Kobiety skazane

Sceny zbrodni

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2022 24:11


Mama Madzi z Sosnowca. Jedna z najgłośniejszych spraw w Polsce. Śledztwo w sprawie porwania półrocznej dziewczynki przynosi zaskakujące rezultaty. Jane Toppan - anioł śmierci. Oskarżona o 12 morderstw. Twierdziła, że prawdziwa liczba jej ofiar to około 100.

Encyclopedia Womannica
Best of: Jane Toppan

Encyclopedia Womannica

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 6:31


Jane Toppan (1857-1938) was responsible for at least 31 deaths throughout her career as a nurse. Despite the string of fatalities that followed in her wake, she was regarded as a bright and promising caretaker. That is, until her crimes caught up to her.In honor of the spookiest month, we're revisiting our favorite Womanica episodes featuring villains, troublemakers, magic, and mystery all October. Join host Jenny Kaplan — with a few special introductions — as she takes you back in time, highlighting women like Sadie the Goat, Marie Laveau, Patricia Krenwinkel and more who were ruthless, vengeful, and mystical. The riveting stories of these women are sure to keep you up at night.History classes can get a bad rap, and sometimes for good reason. When we were students, we couldn't help wondering... where were all the ladies at? Why were so many incredible stories missing from the typical curriculum? Enter, Womanica. On this Wonder Media Network podcast we explore the lives of inspiring women in history you may not know about, but definitely should.Every weekday, listeners explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we'll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know–but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Educators, Villains, Indigenous Storytellers, Activists, and many more.  Womanica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures. Womanica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Liz Smith, Grace Lynch, Maddy Foley, Brittany Martinez, Edie Allard, Lindsey Kratochwill, Adesuwa Agbonile, Carmen Borca-Carrillo, Taylor Williamson, Ale Tejeda, Sara Schleede, and Alex Jhamb Burns. Special thanks to Shira Atkins. Original theme music composed by Miles Moran.Follow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteInstagramTwitter

The Spookies Podcast
Jane Toppan: A Poisoned Mind

The Spookies Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2022 67:30


JANE TOPPAN was a Victorian-Era Nurse with a dark secret: She was a sexual psychopath and serial killer. In part 2, we take a long, hard look into the abyss. Nurse Toppan’s sadism and cruelty reaches new heights (or depths) of depravity. Jane’s increasingly erratic behavior and inability to control her homicidal impulses ultimately dooms her to a fate worse than death. Michael and Stephanie debate the roots of evil. Was Jane born bad or molded into a monster by a callous and indifferent society? Are we all capable of evil under certain circumstances? Part 2 of 2.

The Spookies Podcast
Jane Toppan: The Nurse Who Was Death

The Spookies Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2022 48:05


What a huge goddamn relief, it's an episode of the Spookies Podcast! We are back with a Victorian horror story of murder and mayhem just in time for SPOOKY SEASON! It is 1889 and a predator is hidden in plain sight. Roaming the hospital wards of Boston, Massachusetts preying on the elderly and the sick. The dark, lurid story of Nurse Jane Toppan, is a terror tale that will chill you to your bones, haunt you in your very soul, and remind you of the forbidden truth that women can be just as monstrous as men. Part 1 of 2.

When Killers Get Caught
Jane Toppan For the Love of Poison

When Killers Get Caught

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2022 117:39


Hey there and thanks for listening to When Killers Get Caught! We're so excited to be back! This week in true crime Brittany has feelings about the new crop of fictional horror that uses true crime as it's inspiration and Brian's hopeful that perhaps we can close the chapter on the Moors Murders once and for all. Brittany's deep dive is into the bizarre life of one of America's most infamous poisoners, Jane Toppan. Brian is ready for Spooky Season with festive mythology and a cryptid . If you love True Crime documentaries Be sure to watch Brittany in her film debut in Sins of the Father: The Green River Killer now streaming for free on Tubi! https://tubitv.com/movies/672505/sins-of-the-father-the-green-river-killer?start=true Our website: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.com Merch: https://www.whenkillersgetcaught.shop Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whenkillersgetcaught Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caughtpodcast FB: https://www.facebook.com/WhenKillersGetCaught Artist: https://www.instagram.com/bonesy_doodles Artist: https://www.instagram.com/skmartist/ Special thanks to Myuu for the music you heard on todays episode. You can find him at www.youtube.com/c/myuuji --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whenkillersgetcaught/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whenkillersgetcaught/support

Sinister Sunrise
Episode 122: Jane Toppan - A Trail of Chaos

Sinister Sunrise

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 75:44


It's episode 122 and the Sinister Sisters couldn't have been nurses in the 19th century. Working 10-14 hour days, seven days a week? No, thank you. In today's episode, Sarah covers one of America's most sociopathic female serial killers - Jane Toppan. The cards were stacked against her since childhood and after being rejected by her auntie Jane turns to nursing where she finds comfort conducting heinous experiments on her patients and those she despises. We would hate to meet this lady on our worst day. Follow us on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/sinistersunrisepodcast/?hl=en) Have a personal story or a topic recommendation? Send it to our email! (sinistersunrisepodcast@gmail.com) If you are enjoying the podcast and want to show your support please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts! (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sinister-sunrise/id1498268800) If you want to look into these topics yourselves, below are the sources used: (Fatal by Harold Schecter);(https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_Toppan);(https://www.newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/jolly-jane-toppan-killer-nurse-obsessed-death/);(https://www.mdsabstracts.org/abstract/erotophonophilia-and-severe-impulse-control-disorder-in-a-patient-with-parkinsons-disease/)

Wickedness True Crime and the Unknown
Episode 86 - Jolly Jane Toppan AKA the Angel of Death

Wickedness True Crime and the Unknown

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 35:38


Jane Toppan was the first American female serial killer in the 1800's and the first Angel of Death on record. A nurse who kills her patients.... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wickedness/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wickedness/support

Morning Cup Of Murder
The 31 Victims of Jane Toppan - August 17 2022

Morning Cup Of Murder

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 13:33


August 17th: Jane Toppan Dies(1938) Why kill? It's a question we find ourselves asking time and time again when hearing stories like these. On August 17th 1938 a woman passed away who, prior to her own death, was the cause of at least 12, possibly 31, and as many as 100 deaths that, in her own words, may have never happened if she had a husband and children.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_Toppan, https://www.newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/jolly-jane-toppan-killer-nurse-obsessed-death/, https://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-library/serial-killers/jane-toppan/, https://murderpedia.org/female.T/t/toppan-jane.htm, https://www.alcatrazeast.com/crime-library/serial-killers/jane-toppan/, https://www.twm.news/female-serial-killers-in-history-jane-toppan/

Stab in the Back
Toupee, or not Toupee, that is the Question.

Stab in the Back

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 107:19


Episode 60! Get ready for a particularly zany episode focused on doctors and nurses who prey on their patients! First, Anna goes over some of the reasons why someone in the medical profession might commit crimes against those in their care, and Benton relays the classic tale of Jane Toppan, America's first killer nurse. Then, Anna recounts the infamous career of Christopher Duntsch, also known as Dr. Death. Finally, the two watch a classic episode of Forensic Files, profiling the case of Anthony Pignataro, who attempted to poison his wife in 1999.Our TV doc this week is Season 9: Episode 8 of Forensic Files, "Bad Medicine".

Twisted and Uncorked
Episode 74 Part 2 - Morbid Cinderella - SERIAL KILLER

Twisted and Uncorked

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 52:28


This week, Sierra takes us through the last of our coverage on Jane Toppan. This woman managed to nurse so many of her patients to death and no one seemed to bat an eye (because it was the 1800's.) Get ready to be real mad and get those sangrias ready Twisted Humans. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe. It is the best way to spread the word!If you decide to join Patreon, you can expect welcome goodies and 100+ bonus episodes ready for you to unlock. We hope you check it out! www.patreon.com/twistedanduncorkedSources for todays episode can be found on our website - www.twistedanduncorked.comWatch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/pOuYj5l6qdIFollow us on all of the socials:Instagram and TikTok @twistedanduncorkedTwitter @twisted_pod

Twisted and Uncorked
Episode 74 Part 1 - Morbid Cinderella - SERIAL KILLER

Twisted and Uncorked

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 58:12


We are covering the first ever female serial killer, Jane Toppan. Thank you to some true crime sleuths writing some pretty amazing books, we were able to find as much information about Jane's early life and the events in her life that finally drove her to kill. It was the 1800s and she was a nurse battling all sorts of ailments that this time brings, so she got away with a lot of malpractice. Buckle up twisted humans and get ready for this wild ride! Remember to rate, review, and subscribe. It is the best way to spread the word!If you decide to join Patreon, you can expect welcome goodies and 100+ bonus episodes ready for you to unlock. We hope you check it out! www.patreon.com/twistedanduncorkedSources for todays episode can be found on our website - www.twistedanduncorked.comWatch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/BYwuMZ2MHjAFollow us on all of the socials:Instagram and TikTok @twistedanduncorkedTwitter @twisted_pod

Kryminalne Historie
GDYBYM MIAŁA MĘŻA, TO BYM NIE ZABIJAŁA | "WESOŁA" JANE TOPPAN #112

Kryminalne Historie

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 43:23


Jane Toppan to pielęgniarka, która zamiast pomagać ludziom, odbiera im życie. Nikt nie podejrzewa jej o to, że stoi za licznymi zgonami swoich pacjentów. Swoje ofiary truje, a ich powolna śmierć wywołuje w niej podniecenie. Ile osób tak naprawdę zabiła i dlaczego? Partnerem odcinka jest Wydawnictwo Poznańskie, wydawca książki Jennifer Wright "I że ci (nie) odpuszczę". Więcej szczegółów: https://bit.ly/3aaFQSf ------------------------------------------------------------------- E-BOOK KRYMINALNE HISTORIE Z ZAGADKAMI: https://kryminalnehistorie.com/ebook PATRONITE: https://patronite.pl/kryminalnehistorie Dziękuję także moim Patronom, którzy wspierają mnie na Patronite oraz osobom wspierającym na Youtube :) A także za każdą inną formę Waszego wsparcia! Przypominam, że podcast tworzony jest na podstawie ogólnodostępnych źródeł, które znajdziecie poniżej :) ☛ Sklep: https://kryminalnehistorie.com/sklep ☛ Facebook: http://www.facebook.pl/kryminalne0historie ☛ Grupa na Facebooku: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kryminalnehistorie ☛ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kryminalne ☛ Youtube: https://youtu.be/kryminalnehistorie ☛ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MP3dZZu5efb5qvPSXu89k ☛ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/pl/podcast/krym…ie/id1474480349 ☛ Mail: kryminalnehistorie@gmail.com ✔Animacja w intro została stworzona przez Sławka: www.vimeo.com/smdesigns ✔Muzyka: - Kai Engel - Great Expectations - Slow Hammers ✔Źródła: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13o2Dpn6MsHE6ajlEY_oFbawCQ07Q6MIjoOrmhZlVDPs/edit?usp=sharing

Are You A Good Bitch or A Bad Bitch
Ep 47 Sapphic Muses & Merciful Nurses

Are You A Good Bitch or A Bad Bitch

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 50:43


Episode 47 of Are You a Good Bitch or a Bad Bitch? In this episode, we tell you a story about a hopelessly romantic poet who had a big thing for purple flowers & another about a woman who's sociopathic tendencies led her to a life of mercy.The stories of Renee Vivien & Jane Toppan.Music by Deanna DeBenedictis.Support the show

Lil Stinkers
Jane Toppan: Jolly Jane

Lil Stinkers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 122:28


This naughty nurse crushed beers, killed landlords and climbed into bed to fondle the patients she poisoned with opiates. 

Tea Time Crimes
Jolly Jane: America's First Female Serial Killer

Tea Time Crimes

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 70:10


Join us as we travel through the life of America's first female serial killer. By the late 1800's, “Jolly” Jane Toppan was considered the best private nurse in the Boston area. Of course, no one knew what Jane was up to in the early hours of the morning as she cared for her patients. By the time Jane was done with her “experiments,” nearly 30 people had died under her watchful eye. Tune in to find out how Jane Toppan was finally stopped and what kind of life led to such devastation.Tea of the Day: White Lemon GingerTheme Music by Brad FrankSource Notes:Fatal: The Poisonous Life of a Female Serial Killer by Harold SchecterAmerica's First Female Serial Killer: Jane Toppan and the Making of a Monster by Mary Kay McBrayerhttps://www.investigationdiscovery.com/video/deadly-women-investigation-discovery/the-disturbedhttps://www.newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/jolly-jane-toppan-killer-nurse-obsessed-death/https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/jane-toppan-20874.phphttps://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1904/10/23/120289495.html?pageNumber=32https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1901/10/31/101085076.html?pageNumber=1https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1902/06/25/101274466.htmlhttps://www.capecod.com/cape-wide-news/cold-cape-cape-cods-jolly-jane-toppan/

A Little Wicked
"Jolly" Jane Toppan: Angel of Mercy

A Little Wicked

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 58:02


An Angel of Mercy is anything but merciful. This type of killer pretends to be a caretaker, only to take advantage of their victim. This episode tells the story of Jane Toppan, a woman who went to nursing school only to take the lives of her patients. She is suspected of having nearly 100 victims. Listen in as we tell her and her victim's stories. PROMO: Seader Design Co. Use code WICKED for 10% off your order! https://www.newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/jolly-jane-toppan-killer-nurse-obsessed-death/https://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-library/serial-killers/jane-toppan/http://maamodt.asp.radford.edu/Psyc%20405/serial%20killers/Toppan,%20Jane%20-%202005.pdfhttps://headstuff.org/culture/history/terrible-people-from-history/jane-toppan-nurse-and-serial-killer/https://www.capecod.com/cape-wide-news/cold-cape-cape-cods-jolly-jane-toppan/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/alittlewicked)

Rusty Hinges
Jolly Jane Toppan

Rusty Hinges

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 26:40


Jane Toppan was the jolliest nurse around. And her patients were the deadest. (This is February's episode, which you can tell by the release date--February 31, 2022. A March episode is also coming!)

Rotten to the Core
Episode 2: Jane Toppan

Rotten to the Core

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 14:56


“Poisoning her Passion! Jane Toppan confesses to killing thirty-one persons” read the headline on July 22, 1902, from the Clinton Morning Age newspaper. It would go on to describe how a seemingly caring nurse had purposely poisoned her patients and became one of the United States' first serial killers. Investigators even spoke of her confession to her crimes, stating that “she has told of the death of her victims as if she were talking about a summer picnic where she enjoyed herself, of the fiendish subtlety she employed in ending human lives. The patience she maintained during the paroxysm's proceeding dissolution. The exuberance and joy that came to her as she watched their eyelids press down. No ghost has come to her in the midnight hours to disturb her dreams; no smarting of conscious visited her unnatural brain that excited either tears or sorrow”.Rotten to the Core:Visit us online at itsrottentothecore.comSupport the show at Patreon.com/itsrottentothecoreCheck out our other podcasts: itsarclightmedia.comEpisode Sponsor's:-Go to GreenChef.com/rotten130 and use code rotten130 to get $130off, plus free shipping!