The Alcatraz Escape - 591

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When Luigi Mangione allegedly gunned down UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, the media called it a senseless crime. But online, a different story emerged—one of rage, reckoning, and a suspected killer turned folk hero. More than just a true crime podcast, LUIGI, hosted by Jesse Weber, dares ...  Afficher plus

In this episode, you'll learn how to use the common English expression “the coast is clear,” which means it’s safe to proceed because no one is watching or in the way. After breaking down the literal and figurative meanings, as well as the origin, you'll hear three vivid examples ...  Afficher plus

Alcatraz was the jewel in the crown of America's prison system. The wind-swept island fortress was the final stop for the nation's most dangerous criminals, including the notorious gangsters Al Capone and George 'Machine Gun' Kelly. It was thought to be escape-proof - at least ...

This week, in the spirit of October, we are covering a mysterious unsolved case from the 1950s. I have some really heavy cases coming up and thought we could use a little breather before diving in. 

In 1957, William and Margaret Patterson disappeared without a t ...

More headlines as Murf the Surf is tried for murder, and tries to escape punishment by reason of insanity. We also get to know Salvatore “Sonny” Grech, the state’s star witness who made a run for it when it came time to testify.Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for excl ...  Afficher plus