In this episode of Histories of Horror, Sai and AL delve into the unsolved murders and disappearances of young women along the Oregon coast, particularly focusing on the Newport area.

They explore the tragic stories of Sheila Swanson, Melissa Sanders, Kelly Disney, Jennifer Essin, and Kara Lees, while examining the profiles of two primary suspects, John Arthur Ackroyd and Bobby Jack Fowler.

The conversation highlights the impact of the 2023 documentary 'Lost Women of Highway 20' and the cultural shift in how these cases are perceived, emphasizing the need for justice and the importance of remembering the victims.

This episode of Histories of Horror season 1 part 2 opener delves into the chilling theory of the 'Man from the Train,' a serial killer who operated in the early 20th century, using the American railway system to evade capture.

Hosts Sai Marie and AL Knuckles explore the killer's methods, the infamous Villisca Axe Murder case, and the origins of the suspect, Paul Mueller. They discuss the psychological profile of the killer, the societal implications of his crimes, and the haunting legacy he left behind.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of data in understanding historical crimes and reflects on the anonymity of such a dangerous figure.

Resource Materials:

Bedtime Stories: The Man from the Train - Part One | Villisca

The Most Notorious: "The Man From the Train" Serial Killer w/ Rachel McCarthy James

Randomness Reloaded: The Man from the Train: Unmasking a Forgotten Serial Killer

BOOK: The Man from the Train: The Solving of a Century-Old Serial Killer Mystery by Bill James, Rachel McCarthy James

Summary

This episode, AL & Sai Marie delve into the shocking murder case of Pamela Lee Bruno in Eugene, Oregon, in 1978.

The discovery of her severed remains in a dumpster led to a complex investigation and a courtroom drama that revealed the dark underbelly of her marriage and the chilling events surrounding her death.

The case highlights themes of betrayal, violence, and the lingering uncertainty of the truth, even after convictions were made.