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Episode 31 · 29 min · Twisted Tales with Heidi Wong

The True Stories That Inspired "The Silence of the Lambs"

Published May 4, 2026by Crime HouseHorror · True crime

One candle for every story

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  17. 17 - being told, candle burning
  18. 18 - still to tell, candle lit
  19. 19 - still to tell, candle lit
  20. 20 - still to tell, candle lit
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  24. 24 - still to tell, candle lit

Story 31 of 44. 30 told, 13 still waiting.

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Ed Gein. Ted Bundy. Gary Heidnik. Jerry Brudos. Each of these men committed crimes so disturbing they reshaped public understanding of serial killers. Together, their stories helped inspire one of the most chilling characters in horror history, and changed how law enforcement tracks violent offenders. Head over to our Twisted Tales YouTube channel to WATCH this episode: If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow Twisted Tales to never miss a case! For Ad-free listening and early access to episodes, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts. Twisted Tales is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios 🎧 Need More to Binge? Listen to other Crime House Originals Clues, Crime House 24/7, Serial Killers & Murderous Minds, Murder True Crime Stories, and more wherever you get your podcasts! Follow me on Social YouTube: @crimehousestudios Instagram: @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia Twisted Tales is hosted by Heidi Wong Instagram: @itsheidiwong TikTok: @itsheidiwong

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