Morbid Episode 626: James P. Watson: The Bluebeard Killer
Dec 12, 2024
The podcast delves into the chilling life of James P. Watson, known as the Bluebeard Killer. Through playful discussions, it reveals his dark manipulations and troubling childhood. Listeners will uncover the sinister strategies he employed to exploit wealthy women through marriage, leading to deadly consequences. The narrative also explores the mysterious disappearances of his wives and the complexities of his deceitful life. Tales highlight both the brutality of his actions and the perverse public fascination surrounding him.
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The Unfaithful Husband
- Kathryn Wombacher hired a detective suspecting her husband, Walter Andrew, of infidelity.
- The detective discovered Andrew's real name was James Watson and he was living with another woman less than a mile from their home.
Watson's Amnesia
- Watson claimed amnesia about his childhood, including growing up in an orphanage and his parents.
- He often used this tactic to avoid discussing painful realities or to manipulate situations.
Difficult Childhood
- Watson, born Charles Gillum, had a difficult childhood marked by abandonment and abuse from both parents.
- At 12, he left home, changing his name multiple times and working various labor jobs across the United States.