Murder Coaster

Episode 8: The Vampire King of Fresno and the Wesson Family Massacre

Prepare yourselves for a brutal descent into madness and murder as we explore the life of Marcus Wesson, a man who attempted to create a pure vampire race by impregnating his own daughters and nieces, culminating in a family annihilation that left nine dead and experienced police officers shaken to the core and weeping like babies.Today we cover . . . the Vampire King of Fresno and the Wesson Family Massacre. Website: www.murdercoasterpodcast.comFacebook: Murder CoasterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdercoasterpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderCoaster Creepy Amusement Park theme by Brandon Fiechter and Derek Fiechter, used by permission and with many thanks. References:By Their Father's Hands: The True Story of the Wesson Family Massacre by Monte Francishttps://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Survivors-recall-horror-of-Wesson-mass-killing-3287074.php

Episode 7: The Magic, Myth and Lore of the 1977 Oklahoma Girl Scout Murders

In 1977 three Girl Scouts were dragged from their tent in the middle of the night and savagely beaten, raped, and murdered. This is the story of two men, one a killer, the other a law man, one a fugitive, one a purveyor of justice, one good, one evil. But both these men will use ancient Native American magic and medicine to achieve their goals in the largest manhunt in the history of the South West. A deep dive into a chilling crime, including a brief history of the Oklahoma Cherokee and their magic, medicine and lore.Website: www.murdercoasterpodcast.comFacebook: Murder CoasterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdercoasterpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderCoaster Creepy Amusement Park theme by Brandon Fiechter and Derek Fiechter, used by permission and with many thanks. References:Someone Cry for the Children: the Oklahoma Girl Scout MurdersThe People's Path: Cherokee MagicA Look at Outlaws and Medicine Men by David Farris

Episode 6: Narcissistic Scumbag of the Century

Our most brutal episode yet! Gerard John Schaefer was many things. He was a cop. He was a murderer and necrophile and friend of Ted Bundy. He was a sexual sadist and a writer, of sorts, and, as we'll see, he was also the narcissistic scumbag of the century. Buckle up, this is one crazy ride! Website: www.murdercoasterpodcast.com Facebook: Murder Coaster Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdercoasterpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderCoaster Creepy Amusement Park theme by Brandon Fiechter and Derek Fiechter, used by permission and with many thanks. References: Killer Cop the Deviant Deputy who Kidnapped, Raped and Killed by Ryan GreenKiller Fiction by Gerard Schaefer and Sondra London

Episode 5: Three Modern Day Vampires

It's blood-sucking ghouls time!!Today we compare and contrast the crimes and psychology of three modern-day vampires.The bloody-thirsty delusions of murderer Richard Chase, the Sacramento Vampire.The sadistic and sexual blood lust of John Crutchley, the Vampire Rapist.And the saddest road trip ever of the murderous Rod Ferrell, the Kentucky Teenage Vampire.Website: www.murdercoasterpodcast.comFacebook: Murder CoasterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdercoasterpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderCoaster Creepy Amusement Park theme by Brandon Fiechter and Derek Fiechter, used by permission and with many thanks. References:Vampire: the Richard Chase Murders by Kevin SullivanThe Sacramento Vampire: Life of Serial Killer Richard Trenton Chase by Jack SmithThe Vampire Next Door: The True Story of the Vampire Rapist by J.T. HunterKentucky Teenage Vampires (TV Documentary 1998)https://www.tampabay.com/archive/1997/11/16/vampire-clan-mom-pleads-in-sex-case/https://www.thesmokinggun.com/file/single-white-vampire-seeks-young-blood

Episode 4: The Hobo and the Poodle King

Who killed Gerard Soules?Gerard Soules was the youngest and greatest trapeze artist of all time and went on to become the Poodle King of Las Vegas with his world famous dog act.But he was found dead with his throat slit and over forty stab wounds. Who would kill such an amazing man? And did an innocent man spend over two decades in prison for a crime he didn't commit? Join us to find out!! Creepy Amusement Park theme by Brandon Fiechter and Derek Fiechter, used by permission and with many thanks. Website: www.murdercoasterpodcast.comFacebook: Murder CoasterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdercoasterpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderCoasterReferences:https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2017/05/kafka-in-vegas-murderhttps://www.simongarfield.com/assets/pdfs/journalism_2_vegas_and_other_lands/01_the_poodle_king.pdfhttps://circushalloffame.com/gerard-soules/https://www.wxyz.com/news/sister-of-murdered-circus-star-helps-exonerate-wrongfully-convicted-man

Episode 2: Charlie Manson Iron Cross and Eagle Feather

Everything you didn't know about Charlie Manson!From his death and the legal battle over his corpse, to the strange saga of his cremated remains. Plus a look at the links between the Manson Family and the CIA's MkUltra mind-control program and even the Kennedy assassination!!Website: www.murdercoasterpodcast.comFacebook: Murder CoasterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdercoasterpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderCoaster Creepy Amusement Park theme by Brandon Fiechter and Derek Fiechter, used by permission and with many thanks. References:Chaos: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties by Tom O'NeillThe Shadow Over Santa Susana: Black Magic, Mind Control And The Manson Family Mythos by Adam GorightlyHelter Skelter: the True Story of the Manson Murders by Vincent Bugliosi, and Curt GentryManson in His Own Words: The Shocking Confessions of 'The Most Dangerous Man Alive' by Charles Manson and Nuel EmmonsThe Garbage People: The Trip to Helter Skelter and Beyond with Charlie Manson and The Family by John Gilmore and Ron KennerReelz documentary: Charles Manson, the Final WordsReelz documentary: Charles Manson, the Funeralhttps://www.vice.com/en/article/m7akjb/charles-manson-cremains-tattoohttps://humanbloodpainter.wordpress.com/2020/01/24/so-ya-wanna-know-how-i-got-mansons-ashes/https://www.nationalenquirer.com/true-crime/charles-manson-lover-two-times-him-cult-disciple-gray-wolf/

Episode 1: Circus Fever and Carny Power

What is the meaning of the word "freak" and how has it changed through the ages?We'll explore that as well as give a short history of the sideshow, followed by the sad and murderous life of infamous freak show performer Gary Stiles Jr, aka, Lobster Boy.Sarah's paper can be found right here: FREAK SHOW PSYCHOLOGYWebsite: www.murdercoasterpodcast.comFacebook: Murder CoasterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdercoasterpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderCoasterCreepy Amusement Park theme by Brandon Fiechter and Derek Fiechter, used by permission and with many thanks.References:Freak Show: Presenting Human Oddities for Amusement and Profit by Robert BogdanLobster Boy: The Bizarre Life and Brutal Death of Grady Stiles Jr. by Fred Rosenhttps://www.circusesandsideshows.com/owners/wardhall.htmlhttps://www.huffpost.com/entry/lobster-boy-grady-stiles-lll-finds-love-with-bearded-lady-jessa-olmstead_n_56bbdaf8e4b08ffac123f422https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2015/feb/26/welcome-to-gibtown-the-last-freakshow-town-in-america

Episode 3: Pazuzu Suburban Demon of Filth

Pazuzu Algarad thought being filthy gave him magical powers and started his very own sex cult in his mom’s house, a literal house of horrors that would be deemed unfit for human occupation and razed to the ground. He also destroyed countless lives and left three murdered corpses in his wake.Website: www.murdercoasterpodcast.comFacebook: Murder CoasterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdercoasterpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderCoaster Creepy Amusement Park theme by Brandon Fiechter and Derek Fiechter, used by permission and with many thanks. References:Vice Documentary: The Devil You Knowhttps://archive.ph/LNoy9https://www.yesweekly.com/news/devil-in-pazuzu-algarad-case-wasn-t-satan-viceland-miniseries-criticizes-forsyth-law-enforcement/article_35fb5664-f928-548b-b3e8-b20fa9275ff4.html