Episode 103: University of Texas Tower Shooting

Welcome to episode 103, in which Ben tells the story of the 1966 University of Texas tower mass shooting. Hear about the perpetrator, Charles Whitman, the lead up to the shocking incident, how it unfolded, and the heroic actions of those who helped put an end to his deadly actions. In a final twist, something discovered after Whitman's death may possibly have explained why he did it...And to finish things off - coincidentally - Claire also heads back to 1960s America to discuss a crime that was inspired by a Hollywood movie and led to one of the longest manhunts in US history. It was only a deathbed confession that revealed the truth after half a century.If you would like to reach out please email [email protected]