EP. 38: OUR THANKSGIVING TURKEY: THE FLAWED PORTRAYAL OF ED KEMPER AND HIS AMAZING STORY

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/couchpotatoconfessional?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Summary:In this conversation, Pamela and Maria reflect on their Thanksgivings before diving into a critical review of the Ed Kemper movie. They explore Kemper's early life, the factors that contributed to his becoming a serial killer, and the impact of his crimes. The discussion also touches on the failures of the justice system, Kemper's relationship with his mother, and the ethics surrounding the death penalty. They conclude with thoughts on the portrayal of serial killers in media and the cultural fascination with true crime.Takeaways:Everything we say here is just our personal opinion.The Ed Kemper movie was poorly executed and campy.Kemper's early life was marked by trauma and disturbed behavior.The justice system often fails to recognize dangerous individuals.Kemper's relationship with his mother was complex and abusive.The randomness of serial killings is frightening.The portrayal of Kemper in Mindhunter was more accurate and compelling.The ethics of the death penalty are complex and debated.Cultural fascination with serial killers can be troubling.True crime stories often highlight systemic failures in society.Chapters:00:00 Thanksgiving Reflections01:54 The Ed Kemper Movie Review04:24 Exploring Ed Kemper's Early Life06:30 The Making of a Serial Killer11:37 Kemper's Murders and Psychological Insights16:52 The System's Failures21:37 Kemper's Relationship with His Mother27:22 The Randomness of Victim Selection31:14 The Disturbing Nature of Kemper's Crimes36:09 Kemper's Capture and the Movie's Flaws38:11 The Horrific Legacy of Ed Kemper40:45 The Role of Privilege in Crime43:41 Critique of Ed Kemper Media Portrayals49:33 The Psychology of Serial Killers52:35 Justice System and the Death Penalty01:00:34 Parental Responsibility and Violence01:05:41 Cultural Fascination with KillersKeywords:Ed Kemper, true crime, serial killers, Thanksgiving, movie review, justice system, mental health, hitchhiking, parental relationships, death penalty

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