Inside the Mind

Ep. 2: H.H. Holmes and the Murder Castle: Inside the Mind of America’s First Serial Killer


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In this chilling episode of Inside the Mind, we delve into the twisted world of H.H. Holmes, one of America’s first and most notorious serial killers. Known for his infamous “Murder Castle” during the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, Holmes orchestrated a maze of horror that shocked the nation. But how did he manage to hide his dark side behind the facade of a charming doctor? What led him to meticulously construct a building designed to kill?

Join us as we unravel Holmes’ disturbing early life, his manipulative personality, and the calculated cruelty that went into his crimes. We’ll explore his elaborate insurance scams, his multiple marriages, and his ability to deceive even the most observant, all while running a house of horrors. Was he driven by greed, power, or something far darker?

Through court documents, witness accounts, and insights into Holmes’ psychology, we’ll take you deep into the mind of this “architect of murder” and examine how he got away with so many heinous acts for so long. Tune in as we explore the dark legacy of H.H. Holmes, a man whose actions continue to haunt true crime history.

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