From Pillar to Killer

On this episode of From Pillar to Killer, we examine the life and crimes of Robert Lee Yates, a decorated Army helicopter pilot, devoted husband, father of five, and one of Washington State's most prolific serial killers. For years, Yates maintained the image of a respectable family man while secretly targeting vulnerable women throughout Washington State. His ability to compartmentalize his publi...

In this episode of From Pillar to Killer, Whitney examines one of America's most notorious serial killers through a different lens, not just the crimes, but the behavior behind them. Dennis Rader, better known as BTK (Bind, Torture, Kill), spent decades hiding in plain sight. He was a military veteran, husband, father, church council president, Cub Scout leader, and respected member of his Wichita...

In this inaugural episode of From Pillar to Killer, I examine one of the most notorious serial killers in American history: John Wayne Gacy. Known to neighbors as a successful businessman, community volunteer, political activist, and children's entertainer, Gacy cultivated the image of a trusted pillar of his community. Behind that carefully constructed reputation, however, he was responsible for...

Before we dive into serial killers, cult leaders, and pillars of the community who became predators, meet your host. Whitney is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, clinic owner, and lifelong true crime enthusiast. In this introductory episode, she explains why she's fascinated by the question of why people do what they do and how the science of behavior can offer a unique lens through which to exa...