Wicked Words - A True Crime Talk Show with Kate Winkler Dawson Wicked Words - Jamie Gehring: Madman in the Woods
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Jun 26, 2023 Author Jamie Gehring discusses living next door to the Unabomber, their initial friendly interactions, and the deteriorating relationship. Exploring Ted's motivations, the complex intentions behind his actions, and the controversy and blowback after the release of Gehring's book.
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Living Next Door to the Unabomber
- Jamie Gehring's family lived next door to Ted Kaczynski for decades, unaware of his criminal activities.
- Kaczynski purchased land from Gehring's grandfather and built a cabin where he secretly constructed bombs.
Deteriorating Relationship
- Initially, Gehring's father viewed Kaczynski as eccentric but harmless, even employing him at the sawmill.
- Their relationship deteriorated over time due to disagreements and Kaczynski's increasingly erratic behavior.
Childhood Observations
- As a child, Gehring found Kaczynski eccentric due to his hurried demeanor, appearance, and intense focus.
- She now understands these behaviors in the context of his criminal activities.