Uncover: Calls From a Killer S33 E1: The Olson Tapes | Calls From a Killer
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May 20, 2025 
Clifford Olson, a notorious serial killer who brutally murdered eleven children in the 1980s, shares his unsettling insights during chilling phone calls from prison. The conversation reveals his manipulative nature and the emotional complexities surrounding his actions. It also encourages reflections on guilt, redemption, and the murky motivations behind his heinous crimes. This dark exploration not only addresses the impact on victims' families but also confronts the uncomfortable truths about understanding the minds of such individuals.
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Discovery of Olson Tapes
- Nathaniel Frum inherited a box of tapes from his grandfather Peter Worthington, discovering calls with Clifford Olson.
- The tapes revealed secret and extensive conversations with Olson, sparking a desire to uncover the story behind them.
Olson's Phone Confessions
- Clifford Olson called Peter Worthington from prison multiple times, discussing trivial matters and confessing crimes.
- Olson described deliberately killing victims and destroying evidence, revealing chilling insights.
Arlene Bynon Joins Calls
- Journalist Arlene Bynon partnered with Peter Worthington to record and engage Olson during his calls.
- Olson often insulted Arlene but showed a complex dynamic, pressing her to interview him in person.