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Mama Mystery with Kelly Evans

Ep 136 : Larry Hall: A Serial Killer’s Confessions, a Prison Sting, and the Hunt for Justice

Mama Mystery with Kelly Evans

Kelly Evans

True Crime, Society & Culture, Comedy

4.6996 Ratings

🗓️ 2 June 2023

⏱️ 43 minutes

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Summary

Larry Hall was a Civil War reenactor, a twin from a troubled childhood, and one of the most elusive serial killers in American history. Linked to the disappearances of at least 20 women and girls across the Midwest, Hall’s crimes remained under the radar until the 1990s, when his capture revealed chilling details of stalking, abduction, and murder. His conviction for the kidnapping of Jessica Roach was only the beginning of uncovering a trail of heartbreak and unanswered questions. In this episode of Mama Mystery, we delve into Larry Hall’s disturbing psychology, the confessions he later recanted, and the unprecedented undercover operation involving James Keene that aimed to uncover his darkest secrets. Join us as we explore the gripping story of how one man’s courage helped bring a serial predator to justice and the lingering mysteries surrounding Larry Hall’s victims. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Essilor® Stellest® Lenses: https://www.essilor.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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0:00.0

Welcome back to Mama Mystery. I am your host, Kelly.

0:14.0

And I am your co-host, Austin. He's back. I'm fired up.

0:18.0

He's so fired up. Why are you fired up?

0:20.0

We haven't recorded in a while. I'm excited. Let's roll. Let's rock. Last week I had to do it all by myself. People were

0:24.3

probably so bored missing you. Yeah, right. You're good at what you do. But I'm excited to be back.

0:28.6

Let's talk about some really exciting things going on with Mama Mystery. We went to New York. That was so cool. I can't wait to tell you guys why, but just know that you'll be able to see it on TV.

0:39.0

But it was awesome.

0:39.6

In November.

0:40.6

It was awesome.

0:41.4

So that was fun.

0:42.3

First time New York, Kelly and Mama Mystery got us there.

0:45.9

So thanks for listening, guys.

0:47.2

That was pretty cool.

0:48.1

And then we have another trip coming up in September.

0:51.9

We're going to Orlando for the Crime Con event.

0:55.8

It is the biggest true crime event on the planet.

0:58.5

If you are in the area or if you want to go, I really hope you will consider going because this is hosted by oxygen every year.

1:06.6

They have big, huge names in true crime that come to this event.

1:11.0

Like Austin Evans.

1:12.1

Like Austin Evans.

1:13.4

But also they have podcast row.

1:15.7

So all of your favorite podcasts, including some of my favorite podcasts, like the prosecutors

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