Ed Gein - The Butcher of Plainfield

In this episode, we dive into the twisted life of Ed Gein — the infamous murderer and grave robber whose crimes shocked a nation and inspired some of Hollywood’s most terrifying villains. From his troubled childhood in rural Wisconsin to the gruesome discoveries made on his property, we unpack how Gein’s morbid obsessions led to a legacy that blurs the lines between true crime and horror fiction.

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