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Welcome, fellow crime enthusiasts, to another spine-tingling episode of Gloom & Bloom! This week, we're diving headfirst into the Halloween spirit by unearthing true stories that are scarier than any horror flick you've ever seen.
First up, we unravel the twisted tale of Gary Hiednik, the real-life inspiration behind Buffalo Bill from "Silence of the Lambs." Prepare to be both horrified and amused as we delve into the mind of this peculiar character who took fashion advice from the darkest corners of his psyche. Trust us, you'll never look at a sewing machine the same way again!
But wait, there's more! We then take you on a wild ride through the murky world of online deception as we recount the sordid story of Michael McDonough. Poor Michael fell head over heels for a woman Stephanie McLauren who turned out to not actually exsist. She was made up by conwoman Linsday Cotton Little did he know, his infatuation would lead to a series of events that put his unsuspecting mom and sister in harm's way. Talk about a catfish with a bite!
So, grab your popcorn and prepare to laugh, cringe, and question your own sanity as we bring you true crime stories that will make your skin crawl and your funny bone tingle. Join us this Halloween for Gloom & Bloom where the only thing scarier than the crimes themselves is our twisted sense of humor!
Spank you for listening. Do less God bless. Gloom & Bloom out!
By Christine Allen & Tayler Palfreyman4.8
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Welcome, fellow crime enthusiasts, to another spine-tingling episode of Gloom & Bloom! This week, we're diving headfirst into the Halloween spirit by unearthing true stories that are scarier than any horror flick you've ever seen.
First up, we unravel the twisted tale of Gary Hiednik, the real-life inspiration behind Buffalo Bill from "Silence of the Lambs." Prepare to be both horrified and amused as we delve into the mind of this peculiar character who took fashion advice from the darkest corners of his psyche. Trust us, you'll never look at a sewing machine the same way again!
But wait, there's more! We then take you on a wild ride through the murky world of online deception as we recount the sordid story of Michael McDonough. Poor Michael fell head over heels for a woman Stephanie McLauren who turned out to not actually exsist. She was made up by conwoman Linsday Cotton Little did he know, his infatuation would lead to a series of events that put his unsuspecting mom and sister in harm's way. Talk about a catfish with a bite!
So, grab your popcorn and prepare to laugh, cringe, and question your own sanity as we bring you true crime stories that will make your skin crawl and your funny bone tingle. Join us this Halloween for Gloom & Bloom where the only thing scarier than the crimes themselves is our twisted sense of humor!
Spank you for listening. Do less God bless. Gloom & Bloom out!

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