Killer of the Week: The Golden State Killer Pt. 1
Summary
This episode profiles the Golden State Killer, Joseph D'Angelo, with Dr. Tristan Engels analyzing his chaotic upbringing and psychological profile. They discuss how parental abandonment and a controlling nature fueled his descent from voyeurism to serial rape and murder. The narrative covers his use of law enforcement roles for cover, his escalating violence against couples, and his eventual firing for shoplifting.
Topics discussed
Intro: Crimes of Reddit and Golden State Killer overview
Dr. Tristan Engels joins to discuss Joseph DeAngelo's early life
Childhood instability and parentification in DeAngelo's youth
Navy service and controlling relationship with Bonnie Colwell
Bonnie's rejection and DeAngelo's initial stalking behaviors
Joining law enforcement for control and insider knowledge
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Exeter Police job, marriage, and psychological burglary tactics
First murder of Claude Snelling and the criminal spin
Close call in Visalia and authoritarian behavior in Auburn PD
Escalation to rape and the East Area Rapist phone calls
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Maggiore murders and emotional breakdowns during attacks
Expansion to Bay Area, impulse control, and kleptomania
Outro: Crime House Plus and final ad read
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