Episode 170: Death of a Cheerleader

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Teens come with an array of emotions from happiness to anger, from excitement to anxiety and even jealousy and envy. But what happens when some of those emotions become too overwhelming for teens to handle on their own? Well, in the summer of 1984, in Orinda, California, sixteen-year-old Bernadette Protti, ruthlessly murdered her fifteen-year-old classmates Kirsten Costas, which was motivated by greed, envy and the desire to be more like Kirsten. So, what were the signs that were missed showing Bernadette was on her way to becoming a killer?

References:

Life Story of Bernadette Protti and Where She is Today

The Grisly 1984 Murder Of Cheerleader Kirsten Costas That Inspired Multiple Films

'Death of a Cheerleader' Is Based on a True and Very Chilling Story

16-Year-Old Is Held in Killing - The New York Times

What's The True Story Behind Lifetime's Remake Of 'Death Of A Cheerleader?'

Crime: Profile of a Murder Suspect | TIME

The True Story Behind 'Death of a Cheerleader'

The story of Bernadette Protti: Everything you need to know - Tuko.co.ke

Bernadette Protti: Where is Kirsten Costas Killer Today?

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