The Butcher of Plainfield : Ed Gein

While our past few episodes have been focused on more recent cases, the one we are going to be sharing with you today takes us back nearly 70 years. But despite how long ago these events took place, the legacy of Ed Gein's crimes lives on in popular culture today. While his name may not be as immediately recognizable to you, pieces of Ed's story can be seen in famous movies, TV shows, music, you name it. The interest in Ed's crimes comes from their unique and gruesome nature. Many have attempted to dissect Ed's upbringing and psyche to better understand what led him down this dark and disturbing path.

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Researched and Written by: Allison Hauser and Crime Salad

While our past few episodes have been focused on more recent cases, the one we are going to be sharing with you today takes us back nearly 70 years. But despite how long ago these events took place, the legacy of Ed Gein's crimes lives on in popular culture today. While his name may not be as immediately recognizable to you, pieces of Ed's story can be seen in famous movies, TV shows, music, you name it. The interest in Ed's crimes comes from their unique and gruesome nature. Many have attempted to dissect Ed's upbringing and psyche to better understand what led him down this dark and disturbing path. Green Chef Use code crimesalad80 to get $80 off your first month plus free shipping on your first box! Go to GreenChef.com/crimesalad80 to redeem and for more details. Patreon https://patreon.com/crimesaladpodcast Researched and Written by: Allison Hauser and Crime Salad