81 - Ed Gein: Psycho Killer or Hollywood Myth?

About this episode

This episode explores the life and crimes of Ed Gein, examining the truth behind his notoriety and Hollywood's portrayal of him.

Ed Gein: Psycho Killer or Hollywood Myth? Before Norman Bates and Buffalo Bill, there was Ed Gein. He only had two confirmed victims, so how did he become one of the most notorious “serial killers” in American history? In this episode, forensic psychologist Dana Anderson and serial-killer expert William A. Noguera break down the real facts of the Ed Gein case, from his disturbing skin trophies to his coerced confessions. Tune in to hear what Netflix’s Monster: The Ed Gein Story got wrong and what we'll never truly know. Topics discussed: Is Ed Gein a serial killer? How his relationship with his mother shaped his crimes What’s true (and what’s not) in Monster: The Ed Gein Story The real Ed Gein vs. Hollywood’s portrayal 1950s psychology and the overdiagnosis of schizophrenia The psychology behind his crimes: paraphilias and psychosis Ed Gein’s trial and what happened after his conviction Hollywood’s impact on how we view killers Death row stories of real psychosis Why we’re missing parts of Ed Gein’s story Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/killer-psychologist--6020549/support Book a forensic psychologist for your next legal case at…

People in this episode

Host: Dana R. Anderson

Guest: William A. Noguera

Topics covered

• Ed Gein
• serial killers
• psychology
• Hollywood portrayal
• true crime
• forensic psychology

Keywords

• Ed Gein
• serial killer
• psychology
• true crime
• Hollywood
• forensic psychology
• paraphilias
• schizophrenia

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Podcast Boutique

Books & works: Monster: The Ed Gein Story