American Criminal
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The true crime history podcast that takes you inside the minds of some of our most notorious felons and outlaws, exploring the dark side to the American dream.Host Jeremy Schwartz will introduce you to the picture-perfect brothers who teamed up to kill their parents; the thief who stole babies and ruined countless lives; the crypto king who siphoned off billions in the name of saving the world—and plenty more. From assassins and gangsters, to killers and con artists, whatever the case, whoever the criminal, you don’t know the full story—until now. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or to get early, ad-free access to the entire season first, subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at AmericanCriminal.com
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Aug 29, 2024 • 45min
Serial Killers, Serial Liars | Death and Texas | 3
Dive into the chilling confessions of Otis Toole and Henry Lee Lucas as their twisted relationship unveils a web of horror. Discover the psychological complexities behind their notorious crimes, including the infamous murder of Adam Walsh. This dark journey explores the motive and madness that fueled their violent actions, leaving law enforcement grappling with the aftermath. Brace yourself for a deep dive into true crime that uncovers layers of deception and darkness.
Aug 22, 2024 • 43min
Serial Killers, Serial Liars | The Murder of Adam Walsh | 2
In this chilling discussion, notorious criminals Ottis Toole and Henry Lee Lucas delve into their unsettling friendship born outside a homeless shelter. They recount the emotional turmoil that led to the abduction of young Adam Walsh, intertwining personal grief with violent behavior. The podcast explores their controversial confessions and the impact of their crimes on American society. Listeners are left questioning the dark motivations behind their actions and the unsettling connection to a case that captivated the nation.
Aug 15, 2024 • 45min
Serial Killers, Serial Liars | Fledgling Criminals | 1
Henry Lee Lucas, one of history's most infamous serial killers, and Ottis Toole, a notorious criminal himself, share their harrowing tales rooted in a dark past. They discuss their troubled childhoods marked by neglect and abuse, raising doubts about their credibility. The duo dives into the cycle of crime, highlighting Lucas's failed rehabilitation and Toole's chaotic adjustment post-prison. Their complex, tumultuous friendship sets the stage for a partnership steeped in violence and mayhem, revealing the blurred lines between truth and deception.
Aug 8, 2024 • 44min
Stolen At Birth | Ripples | 5
Adam Pertman, one of the most respected thought leaders in the child welfare world, discusses the history of adoption in America and the legacy of Georgia Tann.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 50min
Stolen At Birth | The Ties That Bind | 4
In the 1940s, Georgia Tann was raking in hundreds of thousands of dollars by selling stolen children. But by the time the law caught up to her, it was too late.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 46min
Stolen At Birth | Abduction | 3
By the mid-1930s, Georgia Tann had revolutionized the adoption industry. She’d long been outright stealing babies from their parents, but now she decided it was time for her to profit from her hard work.
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Jul 18, 2024 • 45min
Stolen At Birth | A Baby for Christmas | 2
In 1929, Georgia Tann had a problem: too many children in her care and not enough people wanting to adopt. So, she came up with a solution: a baby giveaway for Christmas.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 43min
Stolen At Birth | Women's Work | 1
As a child, Georgia Tann grew up believing that money was the true measure of a person's worth. That became a problem when Georgia assumed control of the adoption industry in Memphis.
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Jul 4, 2024 • 39min
Sam Bankman-Fried | Crypto Criminals | 4
Senior writer for Wired Andy Greenberg talks about the day that FTX collapsed, and the wild world of crypto crime detectives. His book Tracers in the Dark: The Global Hunt for the Crime Lords of Cryptocurrency is available now.
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Jun 27, 2024 • 47min
Sam Bankman-Fried | The Collapse | 3
In the summer of 2022, the crypto bubble finally bursts. And for a moment, it seems like Sam Bankman-Fried will be the industry’s savior. Then it turns out that he’s done more damage than anyone.
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