Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield

It’s October, the season of shadows and strange tales… Dive into one of the darkest true crime stories ever recorded: Ed Gein, the Butcher of Plainfield. From his isolated childhood under a domineering mother to the horrifying discoveries at his farmhouse, this episode explores the macabre life of one of America’s most infamous killers. We’ll also discuss his impact on pop culture, including films like Psycho and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and the chilling Netflix series Monster: The Ed Gein Story. Host Jess adds personal reflections, exploring the intersection of trauma, mental illness, and obsession.