"A Deadly Obsession: The Perilous Journey from True Crime Fanatic to Perpetrator"
Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan
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🗓️ 4 July 2023
⏱️ 27 minutes
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Summary
A 23-year-old South Korean woman, allegedly obsessed with books and TV shows about crime, is standing trial, accused of murder.
Concealing her dark intentions under the guise of a mother in need of an English tutor, Jung Yoo-jung lures an unsuspecting young woman to her home, only to subject her to a gruesome fate of stabbing and dismemberment.
Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack delve into the unsettling case of Jung Yoo-jung, a woman whose fascination with murder took a horrific turn from fandom to felony. They explore the inherent danger and obsession tied to true crime, share their personal experiences, and offer an insightful look into the genre.
Joe Scott and Dave also discuss the "God Complex": the sensory experiences tied to violent crimes, and the practical realities of planning and executing crimes.
Time-coded Highlights:
00:00:20 - Joe Scott Morgan shares how he unwinds from his work in forensics and true crime and the measures he takes to maintain balance. He dives into the complex world of true crime, emphasizing its captivating danger and potential for obsession, and sheds light on why this genre draws people in, and what risks it might pose to extreme enthusiasts.
01:40 - Joe Scott introduces Jung Yoo-jung, a woman from South Korea who's not just obsessed with true crime but with the act of murder itself.
02:02 - Dave Mack reveals his fascination with the Manson murders and discusses the profound impact of true crime on his life. He shares his thoughts on the power and influence of such narratives.
07:40 - Joseph Scott Morgan reflects on the uncomfortable questions he often faces about his work with the deceased.
08:20 - Morgan and Mack delve into the chilling story of Jung Yoo-jung, a true crime fan whose obsession led her down a dark path. Their discussion uncovers the disturbing intersection of fandom and criminal activity
10:43 - The infamous Leopold and Loeb case is brought up as a comparison to Jung Yoo-jung's actions, enriching the analysis of Jung's case.
11:42 - Dave Mack provides detailed background information on Jung Yoo-jung, painting a clearer picture of her life and obsessions.
13:08 - Joe Scott introduces an intriguing aspect of violent crime - the interconnected senses of taste and smell.
16:43 - Description of Jung Yoo-jung's calculated approach to finding a victim—disguising herself as a middle schooler—and the alarming lengths she went to fulfill her obsession.
20:00 - Analyzing the suspect's failed plan to make her victim disappear, and discussion of how stabbing injuries can cause profuse bleeding, and the likelihood of leaving behind blood evidence when attempting to dismember a body, even when trying to clean the area.
24:54 - Joseph Scott Morgan cites a movie line about the foolishness of using a taxi to get to a crime scene, putting into perspective Jung Yoo-jung’s imprudent choices during her crime.
26:00 - Dave Mack informs listeners about Jung Yoo-jung's current legal status.
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| 0:00.0 | I've always been a fan of the old term called busman's holiday. |
| 0:25.0 | You kind of capture something, a slice of life, if you will. |
| 0:28.9 | Some people ask you, what do you do for fun? |
| 0:32.1 | And since I'm involved in forensics, I'm a college professor, and obviously I'm |
| 0:36.7 | needy in true crime, because this is part and parcel of body bags people will say, well, |
| 0:43.1 | what true crime shows do you watch? |
| 0:44.7 | Can I make a confession? |
| 0:46.1 | I'm really bearing my soul here. |
| 0:48.7 | I don't really watch any. |
| 0:50.3 | I read so much, I hear so much, and I'm truly blessed to be able to participate the way |
| 0:58.0 | I do, and I'm very thankful for every opportunity. |
| 1:00.6 | I have to take a break from it at some point in time. |
| 1:02.8 | I read so much, so people say, well, just got what do you do? |
| 1:06.6 | I like history documentaries, I love to watch comedies, that's where the thing. |
| 1:10.5 | I don't really get into true crime shows that much, because I just, I talk about it all |
| 1:16.2 | the time, but sometimes there are people that can't seem to get enough, and true crime |
| 1:24.0 | is different than other pursuits, because just in and of itself, the term true crime means |
| 1:31.3 | that you're brushing up against something with an element of danger and it doesn't. |
| 1:37.7 | Today, on body bags, we're going to talk about a lady, a lady actually in South Korea, |
| 1:45.1 | that obsessed with true crime, but not just true crime itself, but the act of murder. |
| 1:53.8 | I'm Joseph Scott Morgan, and this is Body Bags. |
| 2:02.5 | Dave Mac I got to ask, have you ever been obsessed with something like when you were kid, |
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