Real Monsters: Ted Bundy | The Killer Behind Silence of the Lambs

A charming face concealed one of America’s most notorious serial killers. Ted Bundy confessed to 30 murders, using manipulation and deception to lure his victims. His nefarious behavior helped shape the fictional world of The Silence of the Lambs.

Former FBI agent, podcaster, and author Jerri Williams examines Bundy’s reign of terror, the investigation that brought him down, and how he influenced Hollywood’s most terrifying villains.

In this episode, we explore:

  • How Ted Bundy’s crimes and psychological manipulation helped inspire elements of The Silence of the Lambs.
  • The investigation, escapes, and chilling tactics that made Bundy one of America’s most infamous serial killers.
  • How new developments and advances in forensic technology continue to connect Bundy to decades-old cold cases.

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