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EPISODE · Apr 20, 2022 · 19 MIN

Chicago: Inside H.H. Holmes' Crimes

from Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast · host Shane L. Waters, Wendy Cee, Gemma Hoskins

Charismatic yet sinister, H.H. Holmes forged an empire of deceit in Chicago, luring many to their demise within the Murder Castle. Episode 2 peels back the layers of deceit woven by Holmes as he embedded himself into Chicago's vibrant community. His charm masked his malevolent intentions as he established businesses and built his infamous hotel. H.H. Holmes, the educated conman, was well-liked and trusted, qualities he manipulated to further his heinous agenda. This episode examines into the dichotomy of Holmes' life, from respected businessman to cold-blooded murderer. The Chicago World's Fair provided a veil Holmes used brilliantly to hide his activities while drawing victims from across the globe. Holmes' cunning adaptability and ruthless ambition highlight the societal blindness to the lurking evil amid industrial progress. listen as we unearth Holmes' manipulative relationships, detailing his criminal enterprises and how he ensnared countless unsuspecting victims. It's an exploration of the darkness hidden behind a veneer of charm. --- 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

Holmes settled in comfortably in Chicago, he was well liked, he was charismatic, intelligent and fun to be around, nobody had a bad word to say about him. He worked hard and saved his money, his family was an inconvenience and he sent very little back to his wife Clara and their son Robert. In 1887, 2 years after arriving in Chicago Holmes bought the empty lot across the road from the drugstore that he worked at. Find us online. Support the show by joining our Black Label by becoming a Patron on Patreon. Black Label can also be subscribed to on Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, and Facebook. Hosted by Shane Waters. You can find his history podcast Hometown History here. Find Foul Play: Crime Series on all podcasting outlets here. Episode Sponser:  - Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to UPSTART.com/FOULPLAY. 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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