Episode 33 - Charles Manson

SummaryIn this episode, we delve into the chilling story of Charles Manson and the Manson Family, exploring Manson's troubled upbringing, the formation of his cult, and the horrific murders of Sharon Tate and the LaBiancas. We discuss the psychological manipulation used by Manson, the brutal nature of the crimes, the subsequent investigation, and the trials that followed. The episode highlights the impact of these events on society and the legacy of fear and fascination they left behind.KeywordsCharles Manson, Manson Family, Tate Murders, LaBianca Murders, cults, true crime, criminal psychology, 1960s, conspiracy, murderSources and other linksMason : The Lost Tapes, Documentary, SBS on DemandCharles Manson, Morbid Podcast, Part 1 and 2You Must Remember Manson, PodcastCharles Manson's first prison Interview, 60 Minutes AustraliaCharles Manson interview with Diane SawyerIf any of our content is distressing & you need to talk (Australia):Lifeline Phone: 13 11 14https://www.lifeline.org.au/Or please seek assistance in your countryCheck us out on our socials for images and updates:⁠TikTok⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Facebook⁠We have set up “Buy Me a Coffee”.If you'd like to keep us caffeinated (or wined 😉) while we prep our next episode, please feel free to ⁠Click Here⁠ to buy us a coffee.Stay curious,  crime besties!Chapters00:00 Introduction to Two Crime Besties Episode 3311:59 Exploring the Life of Charles Manson27:30 The Formation of the Manson Family Cult32:35 The Influence of Music and Culture on Manson35:22 The Vulnerable Followers of Manson39:43 Manson's Manipulation and Control44:22 The Manson Family Dynamics51:26 The Infamous Tate-LaBianca Murders56:58 The Horrific Details of the Murders01:05:48 The Aftermath of Atrocity01:09:59 The LaBianca Murders01:18:22 The Cult's Lifestyle and Arrests01:22:07 Trial and Sentencing of the Manson Family01:29:31 The Legacy of Charles Manson and His Followers