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H. H. Holmes: The Devil in the White City’s Dark Secret | The Missing Files
In this episode of The Missing Files, host Sally Calhoun dissects the complex and terrifying case of H. H. Holmes, often cited as America’s first serial killer but more accurately a calculating con artist and insurance fraudster. This deep dive explores the true story behind 'The Devil in the White City,' moving beyond sensationalized myths to examine the cold, calculated motives that drove Holmes to murder between 1891 and 1894. For listeners interested in true crime history, forensic psychology, and the origins of serial killer profiling, this episode provides a nuanced look at how Holmes…
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