The Ohio Craigslist Killings
Journalist Carol Costello investigates the Ohio Craigslist Killings, uncovering untold crimes preceding Richard Beasley's 2011 murders of three men and attempted murder of a fourth. Beasley lured victims by preying on their desperation. Working closely with prosecutors, law enforcement, and key sources, Costello reveals new details about Beasley's methods and his manipulation tactics like the "God Hook."
PREVIEW | Defending Richard Beasley
A preview of Carol and Emily's full interview with Richard Beasley's public defender, Rhonda Kotnik.
She shares her previous interactions with Beasley, who served as a jailhouse minister and a constant courthouse presence, and shares her perspective on his complex personality, particularly his manipulation of religion to build rapport and exert influence.
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EPISODE CREDITS
Host - Carol Costello
Co-Host - Emily Pelphrey
Producer - Chris Aiola
Sound Design & Mixing - Lochlainn Harte
Mixing Supervisor - Sean Rule-Hoffman
Production Director - Brigid Coyne
Executive Producer - Gerardo Orlando
Original Music - Timothy Law Snyder
GUEST
Rhonda Kotnik - Summit County Public Defender
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