
In Season Two of her true crime series, The God Hook, journalist Carol Costello investigates the complex case of the Ohio Craigslist Killings—and in doing so, unearths the untold story of the crimes that preceded the murders—and the victims who’ve never received justice. Richard Beasley was convicted of murdering three men and attempting to kill a fourth in the fall of 2011, but before that heinou... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 46 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

Carol introduces a segment produced by her former student, Luke, titled "The Cost of Innocence." The episode explores the death penalty from a perspective that challenges its justification, featuring a story about a man whose brother was on death row... more
Carol and Emily examine the complexities of America's death penalty system, exploring legal, moral, and practical challenges, and discuss whether convicted killer Richard Beasley will ever be put to death.
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Criminologist Dr. Volkan Topalli joins Carol and Emily to analyze Richard Beasley’s jailhouse phone calls to his mother, revealing the disturbing psychological dynamics that underscore a manipulative relationship.
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The host is the absolute worst. Has her entire life been so privileged? She doesn’t get it, any of the trauma. but she’ll benefit from it! Her experts are mostly laughable. It’s awful. Don’t do it
I was turned to this podcast from a recommendation from another pod, I
Think Not and per usual… it did not disappoint. Super smart women here!
Why use all the horrible recordings? Why add ear splitting sound effects? What is the point of this?
Each episode is stupid short. Could have been 3 or 4 hour long and be done. Maybe the second season is better.
I liked season one, but the second series is even better! Carol Costello is such a professional, and I like the way she explores larger themes like religion and the psychology of the case rather than just retelling the story.
It was immediately all about the hostess, which is a bad sign. Then there was a comment about it being a “man’s world” so I moved in.
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The true crime series investigates the chilling events surrounding the Ohio Craigslist Killings, focusing on Richard Beasley, who was convicted of murdering three individuals and attempting to murder a fourth. In her detailed examination, the host unearths the untold stories of victims who have not received justice, while intertwining elements of human trafficking that preceded the murders. The series not only delves into the criminal actions of Beasley but also emphasizes the emotional narratives of survivors and those seeking justice. Additionally, the earlier season revisits the harrowing story of Phyllis Cottle, who transformed her traumatic experience into a quest for personal growth and empowerment, showcasing the resilience of surviv... more
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