Crimes of Passion

Crimes of Passion Bites: Mass Panic

Aug 28, 2020
This podcast explores cases of mass panic, discussing the spread of fear among groups of people. It focuses on infamous examples such as the Salem witch trials and the murders committed by the Servant Girl Annihilator. It also examines a tragic incident where 73 people lost their lives due to a false fire report, exploring other examples of mass panic throughout history.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Moral Panics and the Salem Witch Trials
02:33 • 3min
3
The Salem witch trials, mass panic, and alternative theories
06:02 • 3min
4
The Servant Girl Annihilator and the Christmas Eve Mass Panic
08:57 • 6min
5
Mass Panic and Tragic Consequences
15:10 • 3min