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Daniel Rakowitz made his way from Texas to New York City in the 1980s. He began squatting in empty buildings, hanging out with the homeless population, and plotting to build a marijuana empire. Daniel would meet and move in with a dancer named Monica Beerle. When she tried to end the relationship, Rakowitz murdered her in a blind rage. But, it's what would happen to Monica after death that would shock New York.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the bizarre life and actions of Daniel Rakowitz. There was no question that he murdered Monica Beerle. It would be up to a jury to decide whether he was legally responsible for her murder. But the biggest question of all would be what exactly did Daniel Rakowitz do with Monica's body after he murdered her.You can help support the by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact, merchandise, and donation informationSponsors:Visit simplisafe.com/tcatt today for the best value in home security.See Privacy Policy

Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter was born in Germany but made his way to the United States as a teenager. In the U.S., he embarked on a life as a con man, taking many different names, and murdering along the way. Christian was no ordinary con man, he was able to weave his way into the elite of society by claiming to be Clark Rockefeller, a member of the rich and famous Rockefeller clan.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Gerhartsreiter, the ultimate con man. He would build a pretty posh life for himself but his past would ultimately catch up to him, a past that included murder.You can help support the show at patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.comHelp support ours Sponsor:Check out Quip at getquip.com/tcatt to get your first refill pack free with the purchase of a Quip electric toothbrushSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joseph Paul Franklin was an American serial killer responsible for upwards of 20 murders, multiple bombings, and numerous robberies. Franklin confessed to many different crimes, but his changing stories make it difficult for the authorities to know the exact scope. What is known is that Franklin had a master plan to start a race war and the murders he committed were all racially motivated.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the life and crimes of Joseph Franklin. What influenced Franklin in his younger years to lead him to be so misguided about the inferiority of other races? We'll explore his childhood and the details of his crimes.You can help support the show at patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact, merchandise, and donation informationSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christopher Newsom and Channon Christian were on their way to a party on the night of January 6th, 2007 when they were carjacked at gunpoint. The couple, who had only been dating a short time, would be taken to a house of horrors. The crimes committed against this couple were extremely brutal.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss one of Knoxville, Tennessee's most horrific murder cases. What happened to Chris and Channon is shocking. But what is equally shocking is the reason behind the crimes. 5 perpetrators would be caught and tried for the murders. And each of them would point the finger at someone other than themselves.You can support the show at patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact, merchandise, and donation informationPlease support our sponsors:Simplisafe - Go to simplisafe.com/tcatt to get the security system that Gibby and I put our trust inCasper - Get the best night sleep possible, go to casper.com/tcatt and use the promo code tcatt to get 50$

Keith Hunter Jesperson is an American serial killer who was born in Canada. He murdered at least 8 women during the 1990s while working as a long-haul trucker. He selected victims that had no connection to him as he was driving across the country. But his last victim would be someone that he knew and that would ultimately lead to his capture.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the crimes of the Jesperson, a huge and powerful man who preyed on vulnerable women. He used his vocation as a trucker to travel the country and find his victims. He strangled his victims with his large hands and went to great lengths in some cases to prevent police from learning their identities.You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact, donation, and merchandise informationHelp support our sponsors:Quip- Go to getquip.com/tcatt to get your first refill order free with the purchase of an electric toothbrushHims - Go to forhims.com/tcatt to ge

In 1985, Michele "Missy" Avila was a typical 17 year old teenager. But on this night, she would be betrayed by the girls that she thought of as her best friends. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss this tragic case involving jealousy, love triangles, and murder. Karen Severson and Laura Doyle were good friends with Missy. But they were also jealous of her and animosity had been brewing over what they thought were Missy's inappropriate actions with their boyfriends.Please help support the sponsors that support us:Omax - go to omaxboost.com/tcatt to save over 60% off your first order of Omax cognitive boost. Plus you'll get free shippingHavenly - Let Havenly help you design a beautiful new space in your home. Go to havenly.com/tcatt to get 25% off your first design package.Credits:Writing/Research - Maggie DobschuetzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert Hansen was a special kind of evil. He was a family man, with a wife and kids, who led a sadistic double life. He was a business owner in Anchorage Alaska and was viewed as a respected member of the community. But he was also a serial rapist and murderer, killing at least 17 and raping more than 30 women. He selected the majority of his female victims from 4th avenue in Anchorage, a place where topless bars were numerous and sex workers were out on the street.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the details of the Alaskan serial killer Robert Hansen. How could this man pull off the double life for 10 years? Part of that answer lies with the victims that Hansen selected, individuals that he felt would not be missed. Part of it has to do with the geography of Alaska and the remote hunting areas where Hansen would take his victims. But as the details of his crimes emerged, it was discovered that Robert Hansen was living out the most dangerous game. He was setting women free in a remote area so that he could

Harvey Miguel Robinson is an American serial killer who committed his murders in Allentown, Pennsylvania in the 1992 and 1993. His crimes were extremely brutal. But what sets Robinson apart from many other serial killers is his age. He was only 17 when he began murdering and was 18 when he was finally caught.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the background and crimes of one of America's youngest serial killers. What were the circumstances in Harvey's life that led him down this evil path? You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for merchandise, donation, and contact informationSponsors:Hims is a one stop shop for hair loss, skincare, and sexual wellness for men. Go to forhims.com/tcatt to get a trial month of hims for just $5Omax cognitive boost is exactly what you need to get your brain working at its peak performance. Go to omaxboost.com/tcatt to save 60% on your first 30 day supply.Credits:Writing/Research - Maggie Dobsc

Linwood, James Jr, and Anthony Briley were 3 brothers from the Richmond, VA area that would terrorize that city during a seven month stretch of 1979. They, along with a fourth accomplice Duncan Meekins, committed a serious of brutal crimes. They started off selecting their victims at random which enhanced the level of terror. But selecting victims closer to home is what led to their eventual capture.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the Briley gang and the reign of terror that they inflicted upon the city of Richmond. It is still considered one of that city's most infamous crime sprees. What would make three brothers from what seemed to be a stable family head down such a dark path? Even when you think this case is over, it's not. Two of the brothers make a daring escape from death row and go on the lam.You can support the show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.comSponsors:Support our sponsor Havenly, the easiest way to decorate a room or space in you

In late 1994, Susan Smith became one of the most hated women in the world. The case of her two missing young sons hit the national news after Susan told police that an African-American male had kicked her out of her car and taken off with it while her kids were still inside. Volunteers came from all over to help in the search for the missing kids. But within weeks, the true story would come out and it would shock the world.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss this tragic case of a mother who committed the ultimate sin. What would drive a mother to murder her two young sons? We will delve into Susan's background and upbringing. We also talk about her relationships, including one that was faltering prior to the tragedy that may have been the catalyst for Susan taking the fateful actions she did.You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact, merchandise, and donation informationCredits:Writing/Research - Maggie DobschuetzS

Gypsy Rose Blancharde was a girl who had been told by her mother Dee Dee all her life that she was sick. Her mother even put her in a wheelchair from a very young age. There was one problem with all of this, Gypsy wasn't sick and she could walk just fine. This charade continued for many years, but as Gypsy became an adult she wanted out. And she conspired with her boyfriend to kill her mother.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the details of this bizarre but fascinating true crime tale. Dee Dee Blanchard, they would add the 'e" to their last name sometime later, displayed all the signs of Munchausen by proxy. But this is a case that will have yourself asking, "how could a mother do that to their child". At the same time you may be conflicted about the outcome of this case and wonder who the real victims is.You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact and merchandise information.Please visit our sponsor at eharmony.com

We're headed to Australia for this week's episode to talk about the serial killer couple David and Catherine Birnie. This sadistic pair hunted women on the streets around Perth and would take them back to their home on Moorhouse Street. The press would dub their crimes as "The Moorhouse Murders".Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the details of this bizarre but fascinating case. Let's dive into the childhoods and backgrounds of both David and Catherine to see what may have led them down the path of murder. What kind of strange bond did these two develop that would cause Catherine, in particular, to say that she would do anything for David.You can help support the show by going to Patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for merchandise, contact, and donation information.Please support our Sponsor eHarmony, the company that has helped millions of people find meaningful long-term relationships. Go to eHarmoney.com and use our promo code TCATT to get started!See Privacy

Richard Speck was one of the most infamous mass murderers in U.S. history. On the night of July 13th 1966, moving into July 14th, Speck would force his way into the dorm of 9 female student nurses. Over a period of hours he would assault and murder 8 of the nurses. But one nurse was able to hide herself under a bunkbed and would live to tell about what happened to her classmates that awful night.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the horrible crimes of Richard Speck. What happened over the first 25 years of his life that would lead Speck to commit such a heinous act? He started heading the wrong path at an early age and would rack up a string of small crimes in a small amount of time. But the murder of the 8 student nurses would shock the world.You can support the show at patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at www.truecrimeallthetime.comSponsors:Omax - Go to MY OMAX BOOST dot com slash TCATT today to save over 60-percent on Omax Cognitive Boost! You’ll get your first 30-day supply for jus

Jesse Pomeroy may very well be one of the most sadistic kids that has ever lived. It's hard to imagine how a boy as young as 12 years old can make the conscious decision to torture and murder other children. But this is exactly what Jesse Pomeroy did. He started to torture other children by the age of 12 and within a few years started to commit murders.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the crimes of Jesse Pomeroy, who became known as "The Boy Fiend". This is a case that will shake you to your core as you grapple with how someone so young can commit such horrible crimes. What was it in Jesse's childhood that may have led him to have the thoughts that he did? And what would happen to a kid charged with first degree capital murder at such a young age?You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact and merchandise informationPlease help support our sponsor Hunt A Killer. Go to huntakiller.com/tcatt and use the promo code tc

Dean Corll was a monster who was given the nickname "The Candyman". In the early 1970s, Corll preyed on teenage boys around the Houston, Texas area. He is thought to have tortured, sexually assaulted, and murdered as many as 27 from 1970 to 1973. But Corll didn't totally act alone. He was able to convince other teenage boys to lure his victims to him. But in the end, it would be one of these teenage boys that would turn on Corll.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the details surrounding this case that would become known as the Houston Mass Murders. What would make Dean Corll turn into such a prolific sexual sadist and murderer? And how was he able to convince others to help bring his victims to him? These crimes are some of the most heinous in American history.You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact and merchandise infoHelp support our sponsor Hunt A Killer, the subscription service that puts you in the heart of

Erin Michelle Caffey was a 16 year old girl who was brought up in a loving religious home. Her mom and dad were together in the home and she had two younger brothers. As most teenagers do, Erin started to experience more freedom after she turned 16. She got her driver's license and a job at a fast food place. It was there that she met a 19 year old boy named Charlie Wilkinson who would become her everything. But Erin had a problem in that her parents did not approve of the relationship. Erin's thoughts turned to murder when she thought that was the only way she could keep her dream of happiness alive.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the details of this tragic case. What makes a 16 year old girl with a loving family get it in head that they must be eliminated for her to be happy? This is a case that will scare parents of children at any age. Your job as a parent is to keep your kids safe and help them flourish, but you never think that the danger will come from within.You can help support the show by going

In 1965, Gertrude Baniszewski was a 37 year old divorced mother of seven children. Lester and Betty Likens were a couple who worked the carnival circuit and they needed someone to watch their 15 and 16 year old daughters. In a chance meeting they would meet Gertrude and make the decision to allow her to watch their girls in exchange for $20 a week. What would ensue over the next several months to Jenny and Sylvia Likens would be considered as one of the most terrible crimes in Indiana history.Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss this case that involves the torture of both girls and the eventual death of 16 year old Sylvia Likens. The details of her death are horrible, but what would come out after the fact about who was involved in the torture and death of Sylvia would shock the nation. Gertrude was the ringleader, but it would turn out that her children and various neighborhood kids were involved as well.You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit our website at truecrimeall

Coral Watts murdered at least 22 women in the 1970s and 1980s. But authorities believe the number could top 100 which would make Watts the most prolific serial killer in US history. Watts began murdering in Michigan before moving down to Texas to continue his murderous ways.Join MIke and Gibby as they discuss Coral Watts who many say was the personification of evil. Hear about his childhood and his documented battles with mental illness. But the big question to answer is what was behind his motivation to attack and murder women. You have to listen to find out!You can help support show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact and merchandise informationPlease support our sponsor Hunt A Killer. Visit huntakiller.com/tcatt and use the promo code tcatt to get a 15% discountCredits:Writing/Research - Maggie DobschuetzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Randy Kraft would be dubbed as "The Scorecard Killer" for the record keeping that he would keep on his victims including codes he listed beside entries. Police believe that Kraft may be responsible for over 60 murders of men in the California area in the 70s and 80s. Kraft is also part of police have called "The Freeway Killers", 3 serial killers operating in similar areas, with similar MOs, and overlapping in the times that they killed. Patrick Kearney that we profiled in our last episode was another of "The Freeway Killers".Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the magnitude of the crimes committed by Randy Kraft. His number of victims is astonishing but the way that he murdered these men is even more astonishing. Police had their hands full during this period of time in California trying to figure out why so many men were being targeted and murdered. It's incredible to know that that there were 3 different individuals who were committing such twisted murders, preying on men in a similar way and in essentiall

In the 1970s, Patrick Wayne Kearney would target homosexual men, murdering as many as 28 and maybe even into the 40s. Whatever the true number is, Kearney is one of the most prolific serial killers in US history. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss this less known but extremely prolific serial killers. Kearney would develop his MO over time which would include dismemberment and the use of trashbags to dispose of the body parts. This would lead to the press dubbing him "The Trashbag Killer". Kearney also developed a fascination with other serial killers including Dean Corll. He would study them extensively.You can help support the show by going to patreon.com/truecrimeallthetimeVisit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact and merchandise information.Help support our sponsor Havenly! Go to havenly.com and use the promo code TCATT to get 25% off your design package. Let Havenly help you design the room of your dreams.Credits:Writing/Research - Maggie DobschuetzSee Privacy Policy at https://art