The Unbelievable Life & Crimes of Carl Panzram

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11/06/20

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Tonight Alaina is taking us deep into the tragic and twisted life of Carl Panzram. In Part 1, we talk about his abusive upbringing, his multiple incarcerations and his first forays into murder. Carl's story is one that needs to be heard to be believed. Strap in friends. It's going to be a rough one today.
Books mentioned:
Butchering Humanity By Carl Panzram
Kill 'Em All By Ryan Green

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Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)

Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)

Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash Kelley

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The Unbelievable Life & Crimes of Carl Panzram Part 2

November 8, 2020

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Part two of the conundrum that is Carl Panzram. Part two consists of Carl escaping to Africa, living more like a pirate, murdering almost everyone in his path and eventually confessing to murder. Dive in for the gory details and some seriously interesting psychology!!

Books/websites used for episode

Carls handwritten letters

Kill Em All By Ryan Green

Butchering Humanity Carls Autobiography

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