Nature vs Narcissism
by Heather Wright
Nature vs Narcissism is a true crime/comedy podcast based in Cincinnati, Ohio where Heather and her guests discuss true crimes and the narcissists who commit them. Sometimes we have alcohol and sometimes things get weird. Relaunching on our 4th PodBirthday (Oct 22, 2021), the structure changed a lot. Every episode is different and every episode is entertaining! We will delve into whether we think nature made the criminals commit these heinous acts, or if it's simply their narcissism getting the best of them. Keep in mind, this podcast is strictly for entertainment purposes and is in no way a professional diagnosis of the subjects discussed.
Episodes
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Ed Gein Wannabe? Jonathan Christ Gerlach w/Kelsey - Part 3
In Part 3 of our three-part series, we step back and look at the bigger picture; why this case was framed the way it was, what comparisons help clarify versus distort, and how investigators ultimately honed in on Jonathan Gerlach. After Part 1 established the headlines and charges, and Part 2...
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Ed Gein Wannabe? Jonathan Christ Gerlach w/Kelsey - Part 2
In Part 2 of our three-part series, we move beyond the headlines and into the investigation itself; and just as importantly, into the space where verified facts collide with public assumption and social-media speculation. After Part 1 laid out what Jonathan Gerlach was charged with and how the...
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Ed Gein Wannabe? Jonathan Christ Gerlach w/Kelsey - Part 1
In Part 1 of our three-part series, we begin where most people first encountered this case: the headlines.This episode breaks down what happened, what Jonathan Gerlach was charged with, and why this case immediately drew national attention. We move carefully through the facts; separating…
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La Bestia Follow-up wCourtney (More about Colombia) - Part 2
On December 25th and 26th of 2025; we released a 2-parter on Luis Garavito (aka The Beast). Heather was joined by Cole (who suggested the disturbing case) to discuss Luis Alfredo Garavito Cubillos, also known as La Bestia (The Beast), was a Colombian serial killer, pedophile, sex offender, and...
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La Bestia Follow-up wCourtney (More about Colombia) - Part 1
On December 25th and 26th of 2025; we released a 2-parter on Luis Garavito (aka The Beast). Heather was joined by Cole (who suggested the disturbing case) to discuss Luis Alfredo Garavito Cubillos, also known as La Bestia (The Beast), was a Colombian serial killer, pedophile, sex offender, and...
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Luis Garavito (aka The Beast) with Cole - Part 2
⚠️ CONTENT WARNING If Part 1 was about how the warning signs were ignored, Part 2 is where the consequences become horrifyingly clear. This episode picks up where the slow burn ends; and where the true scale of the nightmare is revealed.Luis Alfredo Garavito Cubillos, infamously known as La…
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Luis Garavito (aka The Beast) with Cole - Part 1
⚠️ CONTENT WARNING!!!!This episode discusses child sexual abuse, violence, and psychological instability. We avoid graphic detail, but the subject matter is inherently disturbing. Please listen with care!!!! In this episode, we’re opening the door to one of the most disturbing cases in true-crime...
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The Archives - Karen Greenlee (wKelsey)
Karen Margaret Greenlee; born in 1958, was an apprentice embalmer in Sacramento, California who sexually assaulted over 40 deceased individuals. She called herself the “morgue rat”. She is considered as the "best-known modern practitioner of necrophilia", and her case was the subject of much...
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13 Days of Halloween - FINALE (Caleb, Ollie, Jason, Mack, & Heather)
FINALE As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a…
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Crimetober Series - October 31 (Liske Family Murders)
Day 31 of the Crimetober Series is about the Liske family murders, which occurred on October 31, 2010. Sources https://www.brainjet.com/random/1566961/crimes-committed-on-halloween/ http://www.sanduskyregister.com/story/201011220001...
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Crimetober Series - October 30 (Martha Moxley's Murder)
Day 30 of the Crimetober Series is about the murder of Martha Moxley, which occurred on October 30, 1975. Sources https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Martha_Moxley https://www.cbsnews.com/news/who-killed-martha-moxley/ https://www.oxygen.com/murder-and-justice-the-case-of-martha-moxley...
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13 Days of Halloween (Puppaween)
PUPPAWEEN!!! As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we like to throw in some extra TREATS and give you fun episodes that are not all about eating things. For this episode, Heather & Becca brought in the DOGGOS!!!!! We wanted Gizmo, Luna Bear, and Rocket to try on Halloween costumes, eat some…
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Crimetober Series - October 29 (The Murder of Tina Marie Harmon)
Day 29 of the Crimetober Series is about the murder of Tina Marie Harmon, which occurred on October 29, 1981. Sources https://popculturecrime.medium.com/today-in-true-crime-history-october-29-8563274bcf05 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Tina_Harmon...
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Crimetober Series - October 28 (Gloria Gonzales & The Texas Killing Fields)
Day 28 of the Crimetober Series is about the disappearance of Gloria Ann Gonzales, which occurred on October 28, 1971, and the other Texas Killing Fields’ victims. I apologize for the late release Sources https://popculturecrime.medium.com/today-in-true-crime-history-october-28-da18ea0757e7...
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Crimetober Series - October 27 (Fort Bragg Shooting)
Day 27 of the Crimetober Series is about the mass shooting at Fort Bragg, which occurred on October 27, 1995. I apologize for the late release Sources https://www.nytimes.com/1996/06/13/us/paratrooper-sentenced-to-death-for-sniper-attack-at-fort-bragg.html...
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13 Days of Halloween (Heather & Ollie_ Part 2)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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Crimetober Series - October 26 (The Murder of Sylvia Likens)
Day 26 of the Crimetober Series is about the murder of 16-year-old Sylvia Likens which occurred on October 26, 1965. I apologize for the late release Sources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Sylvia_Likens…
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Crimetober Series - October 25 (Gangster Albert Anastasia & John Carpenter's Halloween)
Day 25 of the Crimetober Series is a two-fer about the day that notorious gangster Albert Anastasia was killed, which occurred on October 25, 1957 and the day premiere of John Carpenter’s film ‘Halloween’, which occurred on October 25, 1978. I apologize for the late release Sources...
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13 Days of Halloween (Heather & Becca)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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Crimetober Series - October 24 (The Plane Almost Went Down)
Day 24 of the Crimetober Series is about the day that Joseph David Emerson almost took down an entire plane, which occurred on October 24, 2023. I apologize for the late release Sources...
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13 Days of Halloween (Heather & Jake)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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Crimetober Series - October 23 (Doctor Slepian's Murder)
Day 23 of the Crimetober Series is about the murder of Doctor Barnett Slepian’s murder which occurred on October 23, 1998. I apologize for the late release Sources https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/october-23-video...
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Crimetober Series - October 22 (Dr. Crippen Was Innocent)
Day 22 of the Crimetober Series is about the OJ Simpson case of 1910, in which the trial wrapped up on October 22, 1910. Dr. Crippen was hanged for a murder he did not commit. I apologize for the late release Sources https://thehistorypress.co.uk/article/the-notorious-case-of-dr-crippen/...
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Crimetober Series - October 21 (Rust Film Shooting)
Day 21 of the Crimetober Series is about the “Rust” film shooting which occurred on October 21, 2021. I apologize for the late release Sources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rust_shooting_incident https://www.nytimes.com/article/alec-baldwin-shooting-investigation.html...
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Crimetober Series - October 20 (Anne Pressly's Beating & Death)
Day 20 of the Crimetober Series is about the brutal beating of Anne Pressly which occurred on October 20, 2008 and led to her eventual death. I apologize for the late release Sources https://popculturecrime.medium.com/today-in-true-crime-history-october-20-5a31d2bb6742...
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Crimetober Series - October 19 (DeLorean's Arrest)
Day 19 of the Crimetober Series is about the arrest of John Z DeLorean which occurred on October 19, 1982. I apologize for the late release Sources https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/john-z-delorean-is-arrested-in-24-million-cocaine-deal https://m.imdb.com/name/nm1359338/bio/...
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13 Days of Halloween (Mack & Caleb)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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13 Days of Halloween (Heather & Courtney)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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13 Days of Halloween (Heather & Chelsea)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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Crimetober Series - October 18 (Balloon Boy Hoax)
Day 18 of the Crimetober Series is about the day that law enforcement determined that the Balloon Boy incident was a hoax which occurred on October 18, 2009. I apologize for the late release Sources https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/News/10-years-balloon-boy-family-denounce-idea-saucer/story?id=66604256...
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Crimetober Series - October 17 (The Execution Date of Robert Roberson III)
Day 17 of the Crimetober Series is about the scheduled execution of Robert Roberson III, which was set for October 17, 2024. Please listen to the full episode for the update and to see how you can help! I apologize for the late release Sources...
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Crimetober Series - October 16 (Planned Parenthood, Birth Control, & Attacks)
Day 16 of the Crimetober Series is about the opening of the first Planned Parenthood which occurred on October 16, 1916. I apologize for the late release Sources https://www.justice.gov/crt/recent-cases-violence-against-reproductive-health-care-providers...
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13 Days of Halloween (Heather & Ollie)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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13 Days of Halloween (Kim & Ollie)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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13 Days of Halloween (Kim & Chris)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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13 Days of Halloween (Kim's Art)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we like to throw in some extra TREATS and give you fun episodes that are not all about eating things. For this episode, Heather brought back her sister Kim for a special patreon-exclusive video where Kim showcases some of her artwork! You will get the audio…
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Crimetober Series - October 15 (Arthur Eggers' Execution)
Day 15 of the Crimetober Series is about the execution of Arthur Eggers which occurred on October 15, 1948 *I apologize for the late release* Sources https://www.historynet.com/today-in-history/october-15/ https://calisphere.org/item/ded131fbe62edc8222abb38fa01c3af7/...
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13 Days of Halloween (Jake & Becca)
As part of our 13 Days of Halloween - we added a series called Tricks N’ Treats! This series includes a video on Patreon where Heather and her guests blindly try weird/odd/different snacks and drinks. Each episode will include at least 3 snacks and at least 3 drinks that are rated on a scale of 1...
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Crimetober Series - October 14 (The Amityville Case)
Day 14 of the Crimetober Series is about the Amityville case; which the trial began on October 14, 1975. I apologize for the late release Sources https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/trial-begins-in-amityville-murders https://www.biography.com/crime/the-real-amityville-horror-facts...
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Crimetober Series - October 13 (Helen Claire Frost & Angela Marie Samota)
Day 13 of the Crimetober Series is about the disappearance of Helen Claire Frost that occurred on October 13, 1970 & the murder of Angela Marie Samota that occurred on October 13, 1984. Sources https://vocal.media/criminal/the-disappearance-of-helen-claire-frost...
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Crimetober Series - October 12 (John Dillinger's Escape)
Day 12 of the Crimetober Series is about John Dillinger’s jail escape that occurred on October 12, 1933. **Oops! Heather had one job and she still messed it up! Sorry everyone! Heather traveled to Nashville for her birthday and forgot to schedule the week of October 7th’s episodes ahead of time!...
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Crimetober Series - October 11 (Sleepy Sickness & Nessie)
Day 11 of the Crimetober Series is about the plague known as “sleepy sickness”, with a connection to October 11, 1921 and the end of a search for the Loch Ness Monster that occurred on October 11, 1987. **Oops! Heather had one job and she still messed it up! Sorry everyone! Heather traveled to...
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Interview with the Author - Bruce LeMaster (The Wolf & The Killer: Volume 1) PART 2
BONUS EPISODE!!!! In this Bonus episode, Heather sits down with author Bruce LeMaster to discuss his recently released book “The Wolf & The Killer: Volume 1”. This was one of the most intriguing interviews that Heather has had on the show and can’t wait to hear your thoughts! Please be sure to…
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Interview with the Author - Bruce LeMaster (The Wolf & The Killer: Volume 1) PART 1
BONUS EPISODE!!!! In this Bonus episode, Heather sits down with author Bruce LeMaster to discuss his recently released book “The Wolf & The Killer: Volume 1”. This was one of the most intriguing interviews that Heather has had on the show and can’t wait to hear your thoughts! Please be sure to…
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Crimetober Series - October 9 & 10 (Zahra Clare Baker's Disappearance & Tragic Death)
Day 9 and 10 of the Crimetober Series is about the disappearance of Zahra Clare Baker that took place on October 9, 2010. And the arrest of her stepmother on October 10, 2010 - who would eventually be convicted of her murder. **Oops! Heather had one job and she still messed it up! Sorry everyone!...
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Crimetober Series - October 8 (Martha Stewart's Sentencing Date)
Day 8 of the Crimetober Series is about Martha Stewart’s sentencing date that took place on October 8, 2004. **Oops! Heather had one job and she still messed it up! Sorry everyone! Heather traveled to Nashville for her birthday and forgot to schedule the week of October 7th’s episodes ahead of...
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Crimetober Series - October 7 (Al Capone's Tax Evasion Trial)
Day 7 of the Crimetober Series is about the beginning of Al Capone’s tax evasion trial that began on October 7, 1931. **Oops! Heather had one job and she still messed it up! Sorry everyone! Heather traveled to Nashville for her birthday and forgot to schedule the week of October 7th’s episodes...
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Crimetober Series - October 6 (The Great Train Robbery)
Day 6 of the Crimetober Series is about the Great Train Robbery that occurred on October 6, 1866. Sources https://www.loc.gov/item/today-in-history/october-06/ https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/first-u-s-train-robbery https://www.in2013dollars.com/us/inflation/1866?amount=13000...
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Crimetober Series - October 5 (Tammy Corrine Terrell)
Day 5 of the Crimetober Series is about the discovery of Arroyo Grande Jane Doe, now known as the murder of 17-year-old Tammy Corrine Terrell that occurred on October 5, 1980. Sources…
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Crimetober Series - October 4 (Murder of Kimberly Cates)
Day 4 of the Crimetober Series is about the murder of Kimberly Cates that occurred on October 4, 2009. Sources https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Kimberly_Cateshttps://www.newspapers.com/image/853858247/?match=1&terms=Kimberly%20Cates https://www.montvernonnh.us/about...
About this show
Nature vs Narcissism is a true crime/comedy podcast based in Cincinnati, Ohio where Heather and her guests discuss true crimes and the narcissists who commit them. Sometimes we have alcohol and sometimes things get weird. Relaunching on our 4th PodBirthday (Oct 22, 2021), the structure changed a lot. Every episode is different and every episode is entertaining! We will delve into whether we think nature made the criminals commit these heinous acts, or if it's simply their narcissism getting the best of them. Keep in mind, this podcast is strictly for entertainment purposes and is in no way a professional diagnosis of the subjects discussed.
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Heather Wright
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