Hi listeners, it's Carter. Here to tell you about an incredible event celebrating the launch

of podcast's first book, Colts. On July 13th, crime junkies Ashley Flowers and

podcast founder Max Cutler are coming together for a night of true crime to remember.

And you can be part of it virtually on Spotify Live, or in person. The evening will take

place in Los Angeles and feature discussions about the book, a live Q&A, and so much more.

All ticket sales up to $125,000 will be matched by Max Cutler and donated to season of justice.

A nonprofit founded by Ashley Flowers that provides financial resources to help solve cold cases

and support families impacted by unsolved violent crimes. It's a wonderful cause and an evening

perfect for any true crime fan. But time is running out. Register for your spot today at

podcast dot com slash Colts. All attendees will receive a special signed copy of podcast new book

Colts. So don't wait. Sign up at podcast dot com slash Colts.

Due to the graphic nature of this episode, listener discretion is advised.

This episode includes discussions of murder, sexual assault, mutilation,

necrophilia, and animal cruelty. We advise extreme caution for children under 13.

It was going to be another scorcher. August in the Sierra Nevada foothills could be

punishingly hot. And though it wasn't noon yet, the sun already felt suffocating.

But the heat didn't bother 15 year old Edmund Kemper. He ran cold like a reptile his mother had

once told him besides he had a mission today and he wasn't about to let the weather stop him.

Ever since he'd been sent away to live on his grandparents ranch,

Kemper's only source of joy had been hunting. In a rare lucid moment, his grandfather had given

him a 22 caliber rifle and showed him how to find easy prey. The foothills were crawling with wild

turkeys, deer, rabbits, and more. Hunting had given the teen a sense of purpose and made him feel

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