Adam Seltzer, an author and Chicago tour guide, dives deep into the haunting tale of H.H. Holmes, often dubbed America's first serial killer. They unravel the thrilling courtroom drama of Holmes’s trial and his struggles as a self-represented defendant. Seltzer shares mind-bending insights from his research, debunking myths around Holmes's infamous 'murder castle.' The discussion explores Holmes's deceptive early life, his notorious scams, and the sensationalized media frenzy that shaped his legacy, leaving listeners questioning what really happened.