Episode 152: Feast of Nightmares
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Episode 152: Feast of Nightmares
This episode explores the mysterious and macabre tale of Alonzo Robinson, a suspected serial killer from the late 1800s in Cleveland, Mississippi. Robinson, known for sending obscene letters to women, grave robbing, and alleged cannibalism, is a complex figure with a disturbing history. The presenters dive into Robinson's background, his crimes, eventual capture, and execution, musing on the questions and inconsistencies surrounding his life. They also mention other related potential cases, like the unsolved Toledo Clubber case. Despite focusing on dark stories, the hosts keep the conversation lively, engaging, and mildly irreverent, offering listeners a unique blend of history, horror, and humor.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Disclaimer
00:34 Cocktail Chit-Chat
01:25 Side Jobs and Documentary Ideas
01:59 Witch Fingers Fun
04:18 Podcast Introduction and Background
10:36 Upcoming Events and Announcements
12:40 Podcast Break and Advertisements
13:54 Thanksgiving and Story Preparation
14:54 Introduction to the Topic: Cannibalism
15:27 Exploring Southern Cannibalism
16:04 The Tale of Cleveland, Mississippi
16:38 Grover Cleveland and the History of the Town
18:35 The Mysterious Alonzo Robinson
21:59 Robinson's Obscene Letters and Grave Robbing
32:11 Robinson's Arrest and Trial
40:05 The Toledo Clubber: A Possible Connection
45:08 Unsolved Mysteries and Final Thoughts