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Serial Killer Files

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I’m Arthur Morgan — an AI Creator fascinated by the minds of serial killers. On Serial Killer Files, I explore twisted stories, brutal crimes, and the dark psychology behind history’s most infamous murderers. With deep research and relentless curiosity, I break down the chilling patterns that haunt us. If you're into true crime, dark psychology, and the mystery behind madness — this podcast is for you. Download our app now: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skoob-nonfiction-podcasts/id6473138854

  1. Dorothea Puente's Twisted Crimes I Death House Verdict

    4D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Dorothea Puente's Twisted Crimes I Death House Verdict

    Unlock all 6 shows on Skoob+—with Episode 1 of every season free—start listening now. She looked like a kind grandmother… but beneath the surface was something far darker. How did a trusted landlady turn her home into a hidden graveyard? In this chilling true crime story, Skoob takes you inside the final chapter of Dorothea Puente—the woman later known as the “Death House Landlady.” What began as a missing person investigation quickly unraveled into one of the most disturbing serial killer cases in modern U.S. history. You’ll follow the shocking arrest in 1988, the discovery of multiple bodies buried in her Sacramento yard, and the explosive investigation that exposed a calculated system of murder, fraud, and deception. Prosecutors uncovered a pattern: vulnerable tenants—elderly, disabled, and forgotten—were targeted, drugged, killed, and buried… all so their Social Security checks could keep flowing. This episode dives deep into the criminal mind behind it all—how Puente manipulated social workers, forged documents, and built a deadly business model hidden behind a facade of care. Through forensic evidence, financial records, and emotional courtroom testimony, the case reveals how a predator exploited trust, bureaucracy, and human vulnerability. From the massive investigation and preliminary hearings to the high-profile trial, jury deliberation, and final verdict, this is a complete breakdown of a shocking case that blurred the line between caregiver and killer. You’ll hear how the justice system pieced together a puzzle of circumstantial evidence, exposing a dark history of manipulation, motive, and murder. This isn’t just a crime story—it’s a disturbing look at how easily evil can hide in plain sight… and how long it can go unnoticed. On Skoob+, this story is part of a deeper exploration into real cases, criminal psychology, and the hidden patterns behind some of the most haunting crimes ever recorded. Follow the show now and subscribe to Skoob+ by Skoob to unlock all 6 podcast channels—where Episode 1 of every season is free, and the full stories go deeper, darker, and far beyond the headlines.

    43 min
  2. Ted Bundy: The Campus Killer I The Final Performance

    4D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Ted Bundy: The Campus Killer I The Final Performance

    Unlock all 6 shows on Skoob+, where Episode 1 of every season is free—start listening now. A killer’s story doesn’t end with capture. Sometimes, that’s when the performance truly begins. What happens when a serial killer turns the courtroom into his final stage? In this chilling true crime episode, Skoob dives into the final chapter of Ted Bundy—from his most disturbing escalation to the moment justice finally caught up with him. It begins on February 9, 1978, with the abduction of 12-year-old Kimberly Leach in broad daylight from her middle school in Florida. This shocking case marked a terrifying shift in Bundy’s victim profile and revealed a complete psychological breakdown. What followed was a frantic investigation, a multi-state manhunt, and a stunningly ordinary arrest—triggered by a routine traffic stop. But the real story unfolds after capture. This episode explores Bundy’s nationally televised trial, where he represented himself, manipulated the media, and blurred the line between criminal and performer. From forensic evidence like bite-mark analysis to eyewitness testimony, the investigation exposed the disturbing truth behind his crimes—while millions watched in real time. Then comes the unbelievable: a courtroom wedding to Carole Ann Boone just moments before receiving a death sentence. A bizarre twist that cemented Bundy’s obsession with control, attention, and narrative. We go deeper into the psychology of a serial killer—his lack of guilt, his twisted explanations, and his final interview before execution. Was it confession… or one last manipulation? Finally, January 24, 1989. The execution. Crowds gather. Some celebrate. Some reflect. And a decade-long nightmare reaches its end. This is more than a crime story. It’s an exploration of criminal psychology, courtroom drama, media spectacle, and the disturbing truth behind one of America’s most infamous serial killers. On Skoob+ by Skoob, we don’t just tell stories—we uncover the hidden patterns, the investigative details, and the human cost behind every case. Follow now and subscribe to Skoob+ by Skoob to unlock all 6 podcast channels—where Episode 1 of every season is free, and the darkest true crime stories go deeper than ever.

    46 min
  3. Dorothea Puente's Twisted Crimes I Yard of Horror

    4D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Dorothea Puente's Twisted Crimes I Yard of Horror

    Unlock 6 exclusive shows on Skoob+, where Episode 1 of every season is free—start listening now. What began as a routine missing person case turned into a discovery so disturbing, it shocked the entire nation. Beneath a quiet boarding house, something unspeakable was waiting to be uncovered. In this chilling true crime investigation, Skoob takes you deep into the horrifying case of Dorothea Puente—a seemingly harmless landlady hiding a dark and calculated secret. On November 11, 1988, detectives arrived at her Sacramento home searching for answers about a missing tenant. What they found instead was a backyard that would soon become one of the most infamous crime scenes in American history. As investigators dig deeper, both literally and psychologically, the case unfolds into a shocking serial killer story. Multiple bodies are discovered buried across the property—each victim vulnerable, isolated, and tragically forgotten. Through forensic evidence, financial records, and chilling patterns, a disturbing truth emerges: this wasn’t just murder—it was a calculated system of exploitation. This episode explores the criminal mind behind the facade, revealing how Puente manipulated trust, forged identities, and continued cashing Social Security checks long after her victims were dead. From the shocking excavation to her brazen escape and nationwide manhunt, every moment of this case exposes failures in oversight, gaps in the system, and the terrifying power of deception. Blending investigation, psychology, and dark history, this real crime story uncovers hidden secrets, motive, and the disturbing truth behind one of America’s most shocking cases. If you’re drawn to unsolved mysteries, serial killers, and deep dives into criminal psychology, this is an episode you won’t forget. This is more than a crime story—it’s a haunting look at how evil can hide in plain sight. Follow the show now and dive deeper into stories like this. Subscribe to Skoob+ by Skoob for full access to 6 powerful podcast channels—where Episode 1 of every season is free, and the darkest, most gripping investigations are waiting for you.

    33 min
  4. Ted Bundy: The Campus Killer I Practice Made Perfect

    4D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Ted Bundy: The Campus Killer I Practice Made Perfect

    Unlock all 6 shows on Skoob+, with Episode 1 of every season free—start listening now. He crossed state lines, left bodies in the mountains… and still no one could stop him. Until one mistake changed everything. In this chilling episode, Skoob dives deep into the most dangerous phase of Ted Bundy’s reign of terror—his multi-state killing spree across Utah, Colorado, and Idaho, and the shocking chain of events that finally brought him into the system… only for him to escape again. From the disappearances of Nancy Wilcox, Melissa Smith, and Laura Aime to the terrifying survival of Carol DaRonch, this true crime story exposes how Bundy’s confidence—and brutality—kept escalating. Young women vanished from public spaces, their lives ending in remote mountain terrain, as investigators struggled to connect the growing pattern. Then came the turning point: a routine traffic stop in 1975 that uncovered a “murder kit” inside Bundy’s car—handcuffs, rope, a mask. What looked like chance would become the first crack in his carefully constructed façade. But the story doesn’t slow down. Inside courtrooms and jails, Bundy manipulated the legal system, studying procedures, gaining access, and ultimately executing two of the most audacious escapes in criminal history. One leap from a courthouse window. One calculated crawl through a jail ceiling. Both proving just how dangerous his mind truly was. Skoob+ by Skoob takes you further—into the psychology behind his actions. What happens when control is suddenly removed from a serial killer? Why did his crimes become more reckless, more violent, more frequent? This episode breaks down the stress-compulsion cycle, the criminal mind, and the disturbing escalation that followed his escape. And it all leads to Florida… where everything would spiral into something even darker. This is more than a crime story—it’s a deep investigation into manipulation, motive, evidence, and the disturbing truth behind one of America’s most infamous serial killers. Follow the show now and don’t miss what comes next. Subscribe to Skoob+ by Skoob to unlock all 6 podcast channels—where Episode 1 of every season is free, and the darkest true crime stories go deeper than ever.

    32 min
  5. Dorothea Puente's Twisted Crimes I Death Behind Doors

    4D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Dorothea Puente's Twisted Crimes I Death Behind Doors

    Unlock 6 exclusive shows on Skoob+, where Episode 1 of every season is free—start listening now and step inside the story. Something didn’t feel right in Sacramento. The checks kept coming. The money kept moving. But the people behind those names… were nowhere to be found. In this chilling true crime investigation, we uncover the disturbing financial trail that first exposed one of the most calculated criminal minds hiding in plain sight. What began as minor banking anomalies—repeated signatures, suspicious withdrawals, and missing beneficiaries—quickly escalated into a full-scale investigation involving banks, the Social Security Administration, and law enforcement. This episode dives deep into the real story of Dorothea Puente, a seemingly kind boarding house owner who built a reputation on trust while quietly exploiting the most vulnerable. Through forensic financial evidence, identity manipulation, and systemic loopholes, investigators began piecing together a shocking pattern: elderly and disabled tenants were disappearing… but their benefits never stopped. We break down the timeline, the red flags ignored by institutions, and the psychological tactics used to maintain control. From forged checks to hidden identities, this isn’t just a crime story—it’s a disturbing look at how easily systems can be manipulated when no one connects the dots. With themes of criminal psychology, fraud, systemic failure, and hidden secrets, this episode reveals how a quiet house on F Street became the center of a growing unsolved mystery—one that was about to turn far darker. This is just the beginning of the investigation. Listen now on Skoob+, where immersive storytelling meets real crime, and uncover the truth behind cases that were never as simple as they seemed. Follow the show and subscribe to Skoob+ by Skoob to unlock all 6 podcast channels—remember, Episode 1 of every season is free.

    38 min
  6. Ted Bundy: The Campus Killer I Where It Began

    4D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Ted Bundy: The Campus Killer I Where It Began

    Unlock all 6 shows on Skoob+, where Episode 1 of every season is free—start listening now. Before the headlines, before the murders—there was a boy raised in silence, secrets, and shame. What if the truth about Ted Bundy didn’t begin with violence… but with a lie about who he really was? This episode dives deep into the early life of one of the most infamous figures in true crime history—Ted Bundy. From his birth in secrecy at a home for unwed mothers to a childhood built on deception, we explore the disturbing foundations that shaped his identity. Raised believing his mother was his sister, surrounded by instability, hidden trauma, and exposure to violence and pornography at a young age, Bundy’s story reveals patterns often seen in serial killer psychology. But nothing about his early life was simple. Behind the illusion of a normal upbringing in Tacoma, Washington, were signs of emotional detachment, suppressed rage, and a growing obsession with status, control, and power. We examine the Philadelphia years—marked by a violent grandfather and a deeply troubled home—alongside chilling childhood incidents that, in hindsight, raise unsettling questions. From unexplained behavior to early brushes with delinquency, this crime story uncovers the subtle warning signs that were ignored. As Bundy grows older, we follow his transformation into a seemingly charming, intelligent young man—active in politics, volunteering on a suicide hotline, and building a polished public image. But beneath that mask of sanity, a darker reality was forming. The episode also explores his relationship with a woman known as Stephanie—a turning point that may have influenced his victim profile and deepened his psychological fractures. Rejection, identity confusion, and a growing double life all converge, setting the stage for the crimes that would later shock the world. This is not just a story about a serial killer—it’s an investigation into the making of a criminal mind. A disturbing, real story filled with hidden secrets, psychological tension, and the uncomfortable truth that evil doesn’t always look like what we expect. This episode is part of Skoob+ by Skoob, where immersive storytelling meets deep psychological insight across 6 powerful podcast channels. Follow the show now and unlock the full experience on Skoob+ by Skoob—get access to all 6 shows, with Episode 1 of every season available for free.

    38 min
  7. Dorothea Puente's Twisted Crimes I Boarding House Secrets

    4D AGO

    Dorothea Puente's Twisted Crimes I Boarding House Secrets

    Unlock all 6 shows on Skoob+, with Episode 1 of every season free—start listening now. She looked like a kind, elderly caretaker… the last person you’d ever suspect. But behind the doors of a quiet Sacramento boarding house, something far darker was unfolding. When vulnerable tenants began to vanish without a trace, no one imagined the truth would be buried so close to home. In this chilling true crime episode, BOARDING HOUSE SECRETS: The Dorothea Puente Story, we dive deep into one of the most disturbing cases in American criminal history. Set in 1970s–1980s California, this crime story follows Dorothea Puente—a woman trusted by social workers, neighbors, and the very system meant to protect the weak. Her boarding house on F Street was seen as a safe haven for the elderly, disabled, and mentally ill. She helped tenants navigate Social Security, disability benefits, and welfare programs. To outsiders, she was compassionate, organized, and selfless. But as residents like Alvaro “Bert” Montoya suddenly disappeared, an unsettling pattern began to emerge. This episode explores the early investigation that cracked the case open—how one determined social worker refused to accept vague answers, how witnesses were pressured to lie, and how neighbors unknowingly held clues to a hidden nightmare. From suspicious digging in the yard to disturbing odors and shifting stories, the evidence slowly began to point toward something unthinkable. We also uncover the financial trail—ongoing benefit payments, forged signatures, and a calculated system of exploitation that reveals motive and method. This isn’t just an unsolved mystery—it’s a deep dive into criminal psychology, manipulation, and the terrifying reality of how easily trust can be weaponized. Through detailed storytelling and investigative insight, Skoob brings you the disturbing truth behind a case that exposes cracks in the system—and the human cost of being overlooked. This is more than a true crime story. It’s a shocking case of deception, control, and the dark side of caregiving. Listen now on Skoob+, where you get access to 6 powerful podcast channels by Skoob. Episode 1 of every season is free—but the deeper, darker truths are waiting beyond. Follow the show and subscribe to Skoob+ today to unlock every episode and uncover the stories they don’t want you to hear.

    41 min
  8. Ted Bundy: The Campus Killer I Killing With Charm

    4D AGO

    Ted Bundy: The Campus Killer I Killing With Charm

    Unlock 6 exclusive shows on Skoob+, where Episode 1 of every season is free—start listening now and step into the darkness. He didn’t break in with force. He didn’t look dangerous. He asked for help… and women vanished without a trace. In this chilling true crime episode of Ted Bundy: The Campus Killer, Skoob takes you back to January 1974—the moment a quiet college neighborhood in Seattle became the starting point of one of the most disturbing crime stories in American history. It begins with Karen Sparks, an 18-year-old University of Washington student, brutally attacked in her own bedroom while she slept. Left for dead, she survived—but with life-altering injuries that would haunt her forever. At the time, police believed it was an isolated act of violence. They were wrong. Just weeks later, Lynda Ann Healy disappeared from her basement room—her bed mysteriously made, blood hidden in plain sight, and no signs of struggle. What looked like a missing person case slowly unraveled into something far darker: a calculated abduction. As more young women vanish across the Pacific Northwest—Donna Manson, Susan Rancourt, Kathy Parks, Brenda Ball, Georgann Hawkins—a terrifying pattern begins to emerge. College campuses, late nights, and a predator who strikes with precision. Then comes Lake Sammamish. In broad daylight, in front of thousands of witnesses, two women disappear after being approached by a polite, well-spoken man wearing a sling. He introduces himself with a simple name… “Ted.” This episode dives deep into the investigation, the missed connections, and the early psychological patterns that defined one of the most infamous serial killer cases in true crime history. From the shocking evidence to the chilling manipulation tactics, Skoob+ by Skoob explores how charm became a weapon—and how evil hid in plain sight. If you’re drawn to unsolved mysteries, criminal psychology, FBI investigations, and the disturbing truth behind real crime stories, this episode will stay with you long after it ends. Follow the show now and unlock the full experience on Skoob+. With 6 powerful podcast channels and Episode 1 always free, Skoob+ by Skoob gives you exclusive access to deeper stories, darker cases, and the minds behind the crimes.

    36 min
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I’m Arthur Morgan — an AI Creator fascinated by the minds of serial killers. On Serial Killer Files, I explore twisted stories, brutal crimes, and the dark psychology behind history’s most infamous murderers. With deep research and relentless curiosity, I break down the chilling patterns that haunt us. If you're into true crime, dark psychology, and the mystery behind madness — this podcast is for you. Download our app now: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skoob-nonfiction-podcasts/id6473138854

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  • Channel
    Skoob+
  • Creator
    Skoob
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    133
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Skoob
  • Show Website
    Serial Killer Files
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