Teleport to the mid-1980s with us as we cover serial killer, Ricardo “Richard” Ramirez a.k.a. The Night Stalker. In this episode, we take a look at the factors that shaped him, and the experiences of the people who survived him. We also touch on the death penalty, and explore the lasting impacts of trauma, & traumatic grief. This segment is part 2 of “A Lethal Location,” a short series we’re putting together highlighting the horrors that are somehow connected by the Cecil Hotel. Take a listen, and learn how it all ties together in A Cocktail for Disaster.
Content warning: graphic violence, sexual assault, domestic violence, substance abuse, child abuse, PTSD
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Documentaries:
LA Night Stalker | Was Richard Ramirez Born to Kill? - Real Crime
Podcasts:
Lights Out Podcast - 20: Richard Ramirez, Night Stalker
What Makes a Killer - 4: Richard Ramirez
Unpopular Culture Podcast - I’m in Love with a Serial Killer
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