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dataSmarts is the podcast for business owners, operators, and tech-savvy doers who want to reclaim their time and boost profits through automation. Each episode unpacks real-world tools, tactics, and time-saving wins that make your business run smarter — not harder.
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Featuring guests from across the innovation ecosystem, the podcast extends our already unique perspective into a more conversational space. Episodes delve into the realities of today’s innovation landscape, seeking out insights, tales, and tips from the folks who are deep in the trenches. We host conversations with startup founders, corporate innovators, and venture builders about: • What does innovation mean to you? • How have you seen orgs structure (or strangle) innovation teams¥ • Dealin ...
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Get a rare glimpse into the minds and methods of sadistic murderers. From notorious names like Jeffrey Dahmer and John Wayne Gacy to lesser-known killers like “Death House Landlady” Dorothea Puente, what turns a regular person into a predator? Serial Killers is a Spotify Original. New episodes Mondays.
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Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | What Nate Valentin Learned About Building a Culture That Embraces Discomfort
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34:54Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Nate Valentin, VP of Innovation at Adams Corp, discussing the significance of innovation in manufacturing. They explore how Adams Corp integrates hardware and software solutions to address client needs, the importance of trust in fostering innovation, and the balance between internal and external inn…
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Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | What Jason Park Learned in Corporate Innovation That's Helping Him Build Smarter at Startup Speed
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33:17Summary In this episode of the Innovate, Disrupt or Die podcast, Danny Nathan interviews Jason Park, who shares his unique journey from the gaming industry to corporate innovation. Jason discusses his experiences at MetLife's Innovation Lab and Cincinnati Insurance, highlighting the differences between disruptive and operational innovation. He emph…
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Jeffrey Dahmer seemed quiet, even unassuming. But beneath the surface was a man consumed by violent desire. He didn’t kill out of anger—he killed to satisfy a fantasy. Every detail was deliberate, from the way he lured his victims to the way he posed their bodies. Driven by arousal, obsession, and control, he found pleasure not just in death, but i…
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Mission Killer: "Real Life Dexter" Manny Pardo
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31:00This Florida cop dedicated his life to fighting crime. But in his mind, the only way to truly clean up the streets, was to become a killer himself. So Manuel “Manny” Pardo killed nine people. And even in jail, he claimed his family would see him as a hero. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…
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The visionary killer blames their crimes on an external force – an apparition who commands them to kill. In Joseph Kallinger’s case, multiple entities urging him to commit arson… and then, to kill everyone on planet Earth. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Ted Bundy was calculated, composed, even charming. But behind the polished exterior was a predator obsessed with control. He used manipulation, deceit, and dominance to gain total power over his victims. From his carefully planned attacks to his detailed confessions, Ted Bundy is a textbook case of a power and control killer. Keep up with us on Ins…
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Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | What Jason Voiovich Can Teach You About the History of Innovation
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40:11Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Jason Voiovich, an innovation historian, who shares insights on how historical innovators can inform modern practices. They discuss the importance of learning from the past, particularly during challenging times like the Great Depression, and how necessity drives innovation. Jason emphasizes the comp…
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The Idaho Four Pt. 2 (with Kayna Whitworth)
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44:47In 2022, Six weeks after the murders of the Idaho Four, Bryan Kohberger was arrested in Pennsylvania. Fast forward to July of 2025, when just weeks before his trial was set to begin, he pleaded guilty. Later that month, he was sentenced to life in prison. ABC News Kayna Whitworth joins to talk about who Bryan is, what the evidence is, and what role…
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The Idaho Four Pt. 1 (with J. Reuben Appelman)
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34:28In the early morning hours of November 13, 2022, four students at the University of Idaho were murdered in their off-campus home. The shocking brutality of the murders garnered media attention while police searched for the killer. But for author and private investigator J. Reuben Appelman, the story was personal: his own daughter was a student at t…
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Innovate, Disrupt, or Die! | How Jared Neutel Supports Operators In Building What's Next
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54:45Summary: Join Danny Nathan as he sits down with Jared Neutel, CEO of Neutech, to explore the journey of building a successful staff augmentation agency. From humble beginnings to working with Fortune 500 companies, Jared shares insights on innovation, leadership, and the importance of relationships in business. Key Topics: Jared's Background: Disco…
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The Hook Man is an urban legend dating back to the 1950s. The terrifying story tells of a killer with a hook for a hand who preys on young couples parked in lovers’ lanes. The legend found new life in the 1997 slasher film, I Know What You Did Last Summer, which is being rebooted in 2025. But this story is more than just campfire fuel. The legend w…
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Innovate, Disrupt, or Die! | Why Ty Gray Is Bringing Digital Innovation to the Roofing Industry
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38:28Summary In this episode, Ty Gray, Chief Innovation Officer at Cathedral Roofing Innovations, discusses his journey in the roofing industry and the importance of digital transformation. He shares insights on how innovation can reshape traditional industries, the challenges of implementing new technologies, and the significance of leveraging data to …
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After a young boy vanished in 1911, police received mysterious postcards. The horrifying allegations and broad inconsistencies led them to believe the notes were a hoax – until it was too late. With one victim recovered, police faced the question: what other murders could these postcards solve? Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Le…
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Phone Call From a Serial Killer: Larry Gene Bell
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33:13May, 1985. Two days before her high school graduation, Shari Faye Smith was abducted from her parents’ driveway in broad daylight. Her kidnapper taunted Shari’s family by phone for days, calling in the middle of the night and revealing bone-chilling details of his crime. With little evidence to go on, South Carolina investigators brought in FBI cri…
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32. Built to Endure: Importance of Men's Health, Jeeps, and Independence
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35:20In this episode, we explore what it really means to maintain your mental health as a man, no fluff, no autopilot. We kick things off with why Men’s Mental Health Month matters, break down the silent epidemic of depression and suicide, and then shift into low gear with a metaphor that hits home: your mind isn’t a Tesla—it’s a Jeep.We talk grit, gear…
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Ervil LeBaron, the prophet of a Fundamentalist LDS sect in Mexico, has grasped power after being released from prison for orchestrating his brother’s murder. Now, Ervil has a list of names of those who have turned their back against his leadership. By reinstating the religious doctrine of blood atonement, Ervil compels his followers to murder his o…
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Innovate, Disrupt, or Die! | How Bri Brennan is Using AI to Redesign Mental Health Care
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41:25Summary In this episode of Innovate, Disrupt or Die, host Danny Nathan speaks with Bri Brennan, Chief Innovation Officer at OnTrak Health. They discuss the intersection of technology and healthcare, particularly in the realm of behavioral health. Bri shares insights on value-based care, the importance of a culture of innovation, and how AI is being…
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In the 1920s, the LeBaron family settles in Mexico to practice their own sect of Mormonism. They establish a settlement, open a church, and work the farms. But after the family patriarch dies, the settlement becomes a bloody battleground for brothers all claiming to be a prophet. Guest host Madison McGhee of Ice Cold Case joins the podcast to discu…
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31. Father’s Day Special: Rethinking Provide & Protect
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54:18“Provide and protect.” It’s the phrase we hear every Father’s Day but what does it really mean? In this episode, I unpack the deeper, often overlooked dimensions of fatherhood. Providing isn’t just about finances or about safety. I explore what it looks like to provide perspective, presence, and emotional vocabulary and how real protection sometime…
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Happy solstice, listeners! Join our guest host this week, Sapphire Sandalo, for a summertime tale of betrayal, murder, and the bizarre journey of a criminal corpse. It's 1827, and the Marten family hasn’t seen 25-year-old Maria in five months, ever since she left home with plans to elope with William Corder. Whenever they ask about her, William alw…
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Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | How Alex Fleischer Helps Corporates Find the Right Startup Match
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33:25Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan speaks with Alex Fleischer from Capgemini about the role of the Applied Innovation Exchange in fostering innovation within large corporations. They discuss the importance of connecting startups with corporate clients, the challenges faced in innovation journeys, and the significance of cultivating a culture of …
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Zodiac or Bundy? The Unsolved Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders
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35:32In the 1970s, at least seven young women and girls go missing around Santa Rosa, California. Seven are found dead, and one remains unidentified. Several killers, including the Zodiac and Ted Bundy, were known to commit crimes in Northern California. Could one of them be responsible for the unsolved Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders, or is there yet ano…
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The Taco Bell Strangler: Henry Louis Wallace
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30:59His modus operandi is shocking: years before he strangled his victims, Henry Louis Wallace befriended them. By and large, they were his coworkers at Bojangles and Taco Bell. But under interrogation, he’d admit an even darker motive. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi…
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#8 - Fellow AI: The Meeting Tool Your Team Actually Needs
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58:09Are your meetings wasting time or driving results? In this episode of the dataSmarts Podcast, I chat with Emily Ibanez from Fellow to explore the AI-powered meeting tool that’s transforming the way teams manage, document, and follow through on meetings. 👉 Watch a full demo of Fellow in action — including: Automatic AI note-taking & summaries Talk-t…
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The Shapeshifting Fugitive: Franklin Delano Floyd
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34:39A missing woman in Florida leads police to a fugitive who’s been on the run for 17 years. But that’s just the beginning. Franklin Delano Floyd not only becomes a suspect in that case, but he’s then tied to several unsolved murders, disappearances, and kidnappings dating back to the 1970s. For police, it will take decades to fully uncover the crimes…
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Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | Why JT White, Co-Founder of Aug X Labs, Hates the Word "Disrupt"
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48:07Summary In this episode of the Innovate Disrupt or Die podcast, host Danny Nathan speaks with JT White, co-founder of AugX Labs, about the intersection of innovation, disruption, and product management. They discuss the democratization of video creation, the importance of understanding user needs, and the challenges of defining and implementing inn…
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A Body in the Cellar: Hawley Harvey Crippen
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32:20When a boneless torso possibly belonging to a woman named Cora Turner is found in the cellar of a London home, the culprit seems almost obvious. Her husband, Dr. Hawley Harvey Crippen, seems to have disappeared with his mistress. But the true answer isn’t that easy. Nearly a hundred years later, some people are still wondering whether the police ca…
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Summary In this conversation, Danny Nathan discusses the intricacies of innovation and disruption within organizations. He emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to innovation, the challenges faced by corporate entities, and the necessity of fostering a culture that embraces failure as a learning opportunity. The dialogue also touches on …
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"The Freeway Phantom": D.C.'s First Serial Killer?
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32:17“...catch me if you can!” Police find those words written on a note left in a jacket draped over a murder victim’s body. They believe the message comes from a serial killer targeting young women in the Washington, D.C. area, nicknamed the Freeway Phantom. But the handwriting? Belongs to someone else. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodca…
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Summary In this conversation, Danny Nathan discusses the intricacies of innovation and disruption within organizations. He emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to innovation, the challenges faced by corporate entities, and the necessity of fostering a culture that embraces failure as a learning opportunity. The dialogue also touches on …
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Operation Trace: The Missing Women of Ireland's Vanishing Triangle
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27:51The eighty miles surrounding Dublin, Ireland, hold a chilling mystery. Between 1993 and 1998, at least six women disappeared in the area, and their cases remain unsolved. Police investigations have targeted at least one suspect, but still no one has been charged. The question remains: is a serial killer responsible for these disappearances? Keep up…
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After getting away with murder in LA, retirees Helen and Olga scheme to kill again. But when an unlikely party sniffs out their crimes, the friends turn on each other. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Have a story to share? Email us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc…
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#7 - The Efficiency Illusion: What Everyone Gets Wrong About AI and Automation
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18:41In this episode, I share a hard-earned lesson from years in data analysis, business systems, and AI workflows: If you automate a mess, you just make a mess faster. We dive deep into why clean, simple workflows should always come before automation or AI integration. From real-world examples like PDF data extraction, CRM integrations, and dashboard p…
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#6 - ManusAI vs ChatGPT 4o | Which Model is Better at Content - Live Walkthrough
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20:39In this episode of the dataSmarts Podcast, we dive into a real-time experiment comparing two powerful automation platforms—Make.com and Zapier—using two different AI tools: ChatGPT-4.0 and the lesser-known but highly capable Manus AI. Watch as I: Use the same vague prompt in both AI tools Compare their writing styles, speed, and technical depth Sho…
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No one batted an eye at the two women who became fast friends at an LA gym in the 1990s – until years later, when it came out that they’d teamed up for a plot to kill men down on their luck. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Have a story to share? Email us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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#5 - Completely Blown Away by This AI Tool | Inside Lindy.AI
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9:34Stay smart by signing up for our newsletter. Lindy.ai isn’t just another AI assistant — it’s aiming to be your chief of staff. In this episode, we dive into what makes Lindy different from other chat agents and automation tools, how it's redefining delegation, and why it might just change how modern operators run their business. From workflows to …
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The Doomsday Murders: Lori and Chad Daybell
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39:38In early 2020, the story of Lori Daybell and her new husband, Chad Daybell, hit national news. They’d seemingly fled to Hawaii while two of Lori’s children were missing, leaving a wake of mysterious deaths and attacks behind. The public and authorities pressed for answers, hoping Lori’s children would come home safely, while allegations of fringe, …
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Struggling with gambling and spiraling into debt, William Palmer turned to murder. This week, we continue analyzing the deaths Palmer was accused of, and how the scheming doctor was finally caught. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Have a story to share? Email us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices…
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In 1855, Dr. William Palmer became one of the Victorian era’s most famous villains – a man who poisoned his own friends and family. But with limited evidence and only one conviction, was Palmer really a serial killer? Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Have a story to share? Email us at [email protected]. Learn more a…
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The Eleven Who Went to Heaven: The Case Against Ed Bell Pt. 2
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33:22In Texas, convicted murderer Ed Bell claimed he killed 11 girls between Houston and Galveston back in the 1970s. Reporter Lise Olsen and detective Fred Paige investigated those claims and uncovered eerie ties between Bell and several unresolved murders. In particular, they focused on three cases: all of them, double homicides of teenage best friend…
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The Eleven Who Went to Heaven: The Case Against Ed Bell Pt. 1
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32:47Edward Harold Bell was serving a 70-year prison sentence for murdering a man when he sent a letter to Houston reporter Lise Olsen. He told her he’d also killed 11 girls in and around the Interstate-45 corridor between Houston and Galveston back in the 1970s. He named some of these victims and described others with initials, locations, and years. An…
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Hunting a Serial Killer: The Colonial Parkway Murders
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42:25When a series of double-homicides struck Virginia in the late 1980s, authorities immediately suspected a serial killer. But it took 35 years – and random chance – to find the missing link. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Have a story to share? Email us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…
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Five missing people in five years. And that’s far from the only fact that aroused suspicion of a serial killer operating along the Idaho-Washington border in the early 1980s. While some victims have been found, the hunt for the killer is still on. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Have a story to share? Email us at serialkillersto…
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In the fall of 1994, a 13-year-old boy found a human skull in his backyard. Detectives later discovered thousands more bones scattered about his family's estate, a property known as Fox Hollow Farm. The remains belonged to the presumed victims of Herb Baumeister, an alleged serial killer active thought to be active in Indiana for more than a decade…
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In 1960, Sharon Kinne is a typical housewife raising two children in Kansas City. By 1964, she’s the subject of an investigation into the deaths of three people… and an international fugitive. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Have a story to share? Email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…
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Valentine's Special: "A Couple of Kidnappers" - Wanda Barzee and Brian David Mitchell
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1:15:14For Valentine’s Day we’re going back into the archives to bring you some of the most infamous couples in true crime history. All Wanda Barzee wanted in life was for someone to take care of her, and in return she promised complete devotion. So when her paramour, self-styled prophet Brian David Mitchell, demanded she help him find a child bride, Wand…
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Valentine's Special: "A Couple of Gangsters" - Kathryn and "Machine Gun" Kelly
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1:21:31For Valentine’s Day we’re going back into the archives to bring you some of the most infamous couples in true crime history. Kathryn Kelly was running schemes long before she ever met her notorious husband. She hungered to live a life of luxury and decadence. And she’d never apologize for those desires… Or for the things she did to make her dreams …
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In 1907, George Soper located the cause of a typhoid outbreak in New York City: a cook named Mary Mallon. Mary didn’t know it, but each and every meal she cooked carried a small chance for her clients to come down with the disease. Finding out the truth could cost Mary her job…and her freedom. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Hav…
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In the late 1800s, Mary Mallon was a cook for wealthy families in New York City. She thought her job was going well; her clients seemed pleased and she had a reputation as an exceptional chef. But then, the family members started getting sick, and Mary had no idea that she was the cause. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Have a st…
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Mary Bateman had been playing people for fools for years. The problem was, too many of her dissatisfied customers stuck around to complain about her trickery. Her solution? Murder. Keep up with us on Instagram @serialkillerspodcast! Have a story to share? Email us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch…
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