About This Episode
This episode of the 'Murderous Minds' podcast series delves into the story of John Wayne Gacy, one of America's most notorious serial killers. Outwardly, Gacy appeared to be a respected businessman and active community member in the Chicago suburb of Des Plaines, where he often entertained children as Pogo the Clown at charity events.
Between 1972 and 1978, Gacy lured at least 33 young men and boys to his home, where he tortured and murdered them. Most of the victims were buried in the crawl space beneath his house, while four bodies were dumped in a nearby river. His crimes finally came to light in December 1978, when police investigated the disappearance of 15-year-old Robert Piest.
The podcast explores the psychological dimensions of Gacy's double life and examines how he managed to conceal his crimes for so long. The episode offers insight into the investigation, the trial, and Gacy's execution in 1994. The series is available on Apple TV and is aimed at listeners interested in criminal psychology and true crime stories.
