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Oct 11, 2026 29 min

Surviving the Dating Game Killer

from Forensic Files Unsealed Hosted by AC Wilson

Morgan Rowan and Tali Shapiro survived horrific, violent attacks in 1968 committed by the notorious serial killer Rodney Alcala, who was later convicted of multiple murders before dying behind bars in 2021. Decades after their respective ordeals, Rowan reached out to Shapiro online after recognizing her from news reports, sparking an emotional reunion that ultimately led to a deeply supportive and lasting friendship. Although their initial bond stemmed from shared trauma, the two women now focus on strength and resilience rather than allowing their pasts to define them. Their harrowing experiences and subsequent healing journey are featured in an episode of People Magazine Investigates: Surviving a Serial Killer. Content Warning: This podcast contains discussions of homicide, violence, abuse, and other graphic themes related to real-life criminal events. It is intended for mature audiences and listener discretion is advised. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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