Morning Cup of Murder

October 28th: Thomas Ley Born (1880) Politicians have a reputation of being slimy and untrustworthy. However, not many have a reputation for murder. On October 28th 1880 a man was born who would take on the world of Australian politics. A man whose opponents had a history of mysteriously dying. If someone you love is diagnosed with cancer you want them to get the best treatment from the best docto...

October 27th: Perry Edward Smith Born (1928) Some crimes are not made famous by the news articles or the startling confession. Some are made famous by well known writers creating a narrative that explains a crime in black and white to entertain the masses. On October 27th 1928 a man was born who would take part in a family massacre made famous by Truman Capote. If someone you love is diagnosed wit...

October 26th: Joe Cinque Killed (1997) Diminished responsibility. It’s a term we hear thrown around all of the time in the courtroom and is the idea that some, given a number of issues, can not be held accountable for their actions. On October 26ths 1997 a woman cold heartedly killed your young boyfriend and, because of diminished responsibility, would see barely any jail time. Become a supporter...

October 25th: Fritz Haarman Born (1879) When the police are in your pocket it's easy to, quite literally, get away with murder. On October 25th 1879 a monster, the Butcher of Hanover, the Wolf-Man, the Vampire of Hanover, was born. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cupofmurder @cupo...

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I HAVE MERCH NOW! Check it out here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 23rd: Leo Held Kills (1967) We may never know what makes a person tick. On October 23rd 1967 a man snapped and took the lives of 6 acquaintances. Acquaintances who he had some unknown vendetta against and hunted them down like they were animals. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www....

I HAVE MERCH NOW! Check it out here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 22nd: Jacob Wetterling Kidnapped (1989) There are some cases that change everything. How society acts, how parents choose to parent, how police handle cases, and how lawmakers see situations. On October 22nds 1989 one of these cases began with the abduction of an 11 year old boy. Become a supporter of th...

I HAVE MERCH NOW! Check it out here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 21st: Alyssa Dailen Bustamante Kills (2009) Curiosity can be a dangerous thing. Especially if it is accompanied by mental illness and depression. On October 21st 2009 a young girl’s curiosity would become deadly. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Fo...

I HAVE MERCH NOW! Check it out here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 20th: Catherine Wilson Hanged (1862) We hear all of the time how executions can be met with contempt and disagreement. On October 20th 1862 the last woman publicly hanged in London stepped up to the gallows in front of 20,000 onlookers. Onlookers who, despite being a woman, had little to say after her de...

I HAVE MERCH NOW! Check it out here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 19th: Start of the Zebra Murders (1973) By all means necessary. It's a phrase that you hope police officers use to find the bad guys, without taking it too far. October 19th 1973 brought the first of what would be 15 murders committed by a group of Black men on white victims. And, while successful, the t...

I HAVE MERCH NOW! Check it out here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 18th: Brenda Sierra Abducted (2002) When a witness comes forward, they put their lives in danger. Especially when they head into court to testify. On October 18th 2002 a 15 year old girl was abducted just 10 days after her brother testified against known gang members. Become a supporter of this podcast o...

I HAVE MERCH NOW! Check it out here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 17th: Morgan Dana Harrington Killed (2009) On October 17th 2009 a young girl at a Metallica concert went missing and later turned up dead. And, with the help of the DNA found at her case, the man responsible for her murder, and another young woman’s, was finally brought to justice. Become a supporter of...

I HAVE MERCH NOW! Check it out here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 16th: Andrei Chikatilo Born (1936) There are some monsters who, when you say their name, a chill goes down your spine. On October 16th 1936 Andrei Chikatilo was born. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitter: https:/...

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October 11th: Craig Price Born (1973) When you think of a serial killer, you think of a creepy looking man who, if you saw walking on the sidewalk, you would cross the road to avoid. We know this isn’t always the case, but it’s the image our mind likes to conjure. On October 11th 1973 a boy was born who would, when identified as the Slasher of Warwick, shock the world with his innocent baby face....

October 10th: Joseph M. Harris Kills (1991) No one likes to be fired. But, not everyone seeks retaliation when they lose a job. On October 10th 1991 a former post office worker took revenge for his unjust termination. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cupofmurder @cupofmurder Follow...

October 9th: Ruth Ellis Born (1926) There are a number of factors at play when it comes to murder. Sometimes, it's the life they lead that pushes them to make rash decisions, or the people they surround themselves with. On October 9th 1926 a woman was born who would, after a series of setbacks and making all the wrong friends, murder the man who she claimed she loved. Become a supporter of this po...

October 8th: Pedro Lopez Born (1948) Every country has their own unique ways of handling their criminals. We may not agree with it, but everyone has their differing opinions. On October 8th 1948 a man was born in Colombia who would become the most prolific serial killer the world has ever seen. A man who, as far as we know, is still walking the earth a free man. Become a supporter of this podcast...

October 7th: Tyler James Paterson Kills (2007) Every couple gets into a fight, especially when you're young and in love. But, for some, the arguments don’t stop even after the relationship ends. On October 7th 2007 an ex-boyfriend took his anger out on his girl and a handful of her friends. This episode is sponsored by Alitu https://alitu.com https://www. ThePodcastHost.com/start   Become a suppor...

October 6th: Annette Morales-Rodriguez Kills (2011) For some women, the inability to have a child is a fate worse than death. On October 6th 2011, a woman desperate for a child, a son, would do something truly horrible in her quest to start a family with her boyfriend. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitter:...

October 5th: Jay R. Smith Killed (2002) We’ve all heard the stories of cursed movie scenes and unlucky actors. On October 5th 2002, another member of the Little Rascals gang met a violent and untimely death. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cupofmurder @cupofmurder Follow MCOM on I...

October 4th: Peter Bryan Born (1969) We have talked before, on a number of occasions, about the prison system and when it fails. But, what about when the healthcare system fails and dangerous men talk their way out of security protocols. On October 4th 1969 a man was born who was so manipulative, that he had a whole hospital in the palm of his hands. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon:...