Morning Cup of Murder

August 16th: Jack Unterweger Born (1950) Most serial killers end up in prison after they have committed their crimes. On August 16th 1950 a man was born who would go to prison for one murder, become famous for his literary skills, and then become a serial killer after his release. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder...

August 15th: John Makin Dies (1893) Having a baby out of wedlock in the late 1800s was a shameful sin. It was so looked down upon that a strange, and frankly dangerous new profession blossomed from the stigma: baby farming. And, on August 15th 1893 one of the most infamous baby farmers was hanged after he took his new profession, to a dark and twisted level. Information collected from: Wikipedia,...

August 14th: Lucien Carr Kills (1944) There are names that almost everyone can recognize. One such name is that of famed writer, Jack Kerouac. But, the very first time his name appeared in the press, it wasn’t for his life changing words. It was as a key witness in a murder purprotrated on August 14th 1944 by his best friend. Information collected from: Wikipedia, NY Times, Columbia Magazine, Murd...

August 13th: Watts Family Murders (2018) There’s the saying that goes “don’t speak ill of the dead”. On August 13th 2018 a woman and her 2 children were found dead in Aberdeen, North Carolina. And, her grieving husband, the only surviving member of the Watts family, had a sick story to tell that cast a horrible shadow over his dead wife. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.p...

August 12th: Christopher Henriquez Kills (1996) What lengths will you go to keep your secrets? On August 12th 1996 a man took the lives of 3 innocent family members just because he wanted to keep his bank robberies under wraps. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cupofmurder @cupofmur...

August 11th: Gary Carl Simmons Jr. Kills (1996) Being in thousands of dollars worth of debt is scary. Being in tens of thousands of dollars in debt to a drug dealer, is serious business. On August 11th 1996 a man attempted to erase his debt by taking out his drug dealer. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitte...

August 10th: Charles Albright Born (1933) When we think of a cold hearted serial killer masquerading as an intelligent, charismatic, and well liked neighbor, the name Ted Bundy is usually the first to come to mind. On August 10th 1933 a man was born who, after you hear his story, may just replace Bundy’s when you think of those killers who, in their day to day life, would never strike you as a ser...

August 9th: Caylee Anthony Born (2005) There are those cases that, just hearing the name makes your blood begin to boil. Everyone has their case, some are different, but I think many of us can agree on this one. On August 9th 2005 a precious little girl named Caylee Anthony was born. Information collected from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Caylee_Anthony#:~:text=4.6%20Later%20information...

August 8th: Michale Earl Sexton Kills (1990) On August 8th 1990 a man murdered a woman who devoted her life to helping others. And, while there is no dispute of his guilt, his sentence would later spark the debate of the disproportionate number of African Americans being sentenced to death in North Carolina. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder...

August 7th: Elizabeth Bathory Born (1560) There are some true crime stories that, no matter how much time passes, remain engrained in history. On August 7th 1560 The Blood Countess was born. LetsGetChecked join their community with the 30% discount code: MORNING30 . It’s good to know. Follow the link below to find out more about Lets Get Checked! https://letsgetchecked.7no9.net/c/2191850/507335/86...

August 6th: William Kemmler Executed (1890) We have covered the pros and cons of the death penalty a number of times on this podcast. But, where did it all begin? On August 6th 1890 a man was sent, not to the gallows, but to the electric chair for the first time in history. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twi...

August 5th: Angela M. Simpson Kills (2009) No one likes a tattle-tale. Or so the saying goes. And some people really hate snitches. On August 5th 2009, a woman killed a man she believed was a police snitch in, what police referred to, as the most heinous homicide in Phoenix history. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murd...

August 4th: George Sodini Kills (2009) Some people are unlucky in love. It can be frustrating and leave you with a sense of loneliness. On August 4th 2009 a man who wrote long blog posts about his lack of dating life, took out his anger on the female race by walking into a gym in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and opening fire. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morn...

August 3rd: Herbert Leonard Mills Kills (1951) A lot of true crime fans have had the same fleeting thought; how would you commit the perfect murder? On August 3rd 1951 a man who had the same fleeting thought, took the life of an unsuspecting housewife. He committed a murder, so perfect, he wanted to befsure he got the credit he deserved. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.p...

August 2nd: Holly Harvey and Sandy Ketchum Kill(2004) Your parents are never going to agree with every choice you make. And, when you're young and living under their roof, they have a little more say in how to handle those choices. You may get angry, you may even leave home, but many wouldn’t dream of murder as an option. On August 2nd 2004, 2 young lovers killed elderly guardians because they wan...

August 1st: Donald Neilson Born (1936) There are many different types of criminals. Not all of them end up murderers. On August 2st 1936 a man was born who would start as a simple burglar, and become not just a murderer, but a man who kidnaps and holds a teenage heiress ransom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

July 31st: Heriberto Seda Born (1967) A lot of killers, those who want fame and glory, adopt a calling card. Something that makes them unique and sure to be remembered. On July 31st 1967 a man was born who would take on a truly unique MO, but be given a nickname that belonged to another.  LetsGetChecked join their community with the 30% discount code: MORNING30 . It’s good to know. Follow the link...

July 30th: Jose Manuel Garcia Guevara Returned to Lake Charles (2014) We hear stories all of the time about burglaries gone wrong. It makes sense, a man hellbent on getting money and valuables gets caught by homeowners and sends bullets their way. But, what about the cases where the homeowner is killed in a brutal, extremely personal manner. Is it still a burglary gone wrong? Or did the assailant...

July 29th: New Cross Double Murder(2008) There should be some sort of law that, once a person is charged with a crime, they are forced to give all of the details, especially their motive. I am aware that this is a nieve dream but it would help so many families with closure. On July 29th 2008 2 young men with extremely bright futures had their lives taken away from them. And, though their killers w...

July 28th: Brenda & Gary Lawrence Kill (1994) There are some stories that, while short in story, have no shortage of gorey details. On July 28th 1994 a killer couple heinously took the life of a man they considered a friend. 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...

July 27th: Guy Tobias LeGrande Kills (1993) When 2 people are involved in a crime, it's hard to know who deserves the harshest punishment. Should it be the man who pulls the trigger, or the mastermind who supplied the plan and target? On July 27th 1993 a murder scheme took place and 2 men were put the trial for the crime. So, who deserved what punishment? Become a supporter of this podcast on Patr...

July 26th: The Lady in the Dunes Found(1974) Crimes are being solved by citizen sleuths everyday. They bring with them hope, smarts, fresh eyes, and unfiltered ideas that are thawing cold cases left and right. On July 26th 1974 the body of a woman was found and the cold case surrounding her began. A cold case that one imaginative sleuth hopes to solve with his movie knowhow. Learn more about your...

July 25th: Jennifer Moore Killed (2006) What would you do if you saw a situation where you thought someone was in need of help. Would you call the police, interfere, or just mind your business and carry on with your day. On July 25th 2006 a number of people saw an 18 year old girl in a compromising situation and, for whatever reason, no one did or said anything to help her. LetsGetChecked  join th...

July 24th: John George Haigh Born (1909) The disposal part of most true crime stories can, more often than not, be the more gruesome part of the tale. People will go to great lengths to make sure the bodies of their victims are never found. On July 24th 1909 a man was born who would earn his moniker not by the way he killed but by the way he chose to dispose of his victims' bodies. Learn more abou...

July 23rd: Derek Percy Dies (2013) We hear stories all the time about how, once a killer is caught, they get connected to a number of, otherwise, unsolved crimes. But, in some cases, not quick enough. On July 23rd 2013, a man died having been found not guilty of the only crime that could be definitively connected to him. Taking with him the secrets and names of his other victims. Learn more about...