EPISODE · Jul 20, 2022 · 10 MIN
Boston: Lies Untangled in Murder Plot
from Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast · host Shane L. Waters, Wendy Cee, Gemma Hoskins
As Boston examines its lies, a murder plot threads through betrayal, uncovering... In the heart of Boston's historical landscape, the grisly murder of Anna May Dietrich takes center stage in this second episode of season 11. This continuation reveals the shadows cast by treachery and deceit. Anna May Dietrich, whose life brimmed with both rapture and hardship, was more than a statistic in the crime annals of her time. A beloved daughter and friend, her murder left a gaping void in her community. Her case stands as a reminder of the vulnerabilities women faced, surrounded by murky allegiances and false promises in early 20th-century America. As events unfold, the investigation into Anna's demise reveals a lies and intrigue. With each turn, detectives grapple with exposing hidden motives that seem to elude capture. False testimonies and buried truths emerge from the depths of obligation and fear. This gripping era in American history saw Boston at the crux of transformation, wrestling with the prolific crime associated with the Prohibition. Anna's murder, a blemish on this vibrant city, speaks to its dual nature of sophistication and vice. Join us in this exploration of Boston's darker nights as we lay bare the conspiracies and betrayals that marked Anna's case. Listeners will journey through a narrative as winding as Boston's crooked streets. --- Support Foul Play: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/foulplaypodcast Website: https://www.mythsandmalice.com/show/foul-play/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/foul-play-crime-series/id1525832703 Follow us: Instagram: @foulplaycrimeseries Twitter: @foulplaypodOur Sponsors:* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com* Check out Mood and use my code SHANE for a great deal: https://mood.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
What this episode covers
When we ended the last episode, we left off where the discovery of a dismembered body was identified as Anna May Dietrich, although it wasn't 100% certain, everything she was wearing matched with what Anna was wearing the day she was last seen. Today, we will learn more about Anna, how her friends and family knew her. But did they know her completely? Find us online. Support the show by joining our Black Label to support the show and unlock exclusive benefits. You can join on Patreon and Apple Podcast Premium. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Join Shane's Facebook Group. Hosted by Shane Waters. Listen to his other crime podcast Mystery Inc, or his history podcast Hometown History! Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Mood and use my code SHANE for a great deal: https://mood.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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