Episodes

  • What Hollywood Got Wrong About the Charles Manson Murders

    What Hollywood Got Wrong About the Charles Manson Murders
    May 9 2025
    What really happened on Cielo Drive in 1969 — and who was Charles Manson really after?

    In this gripping episode of One Degree of Scandalous, hosts Tom Zenner and Kato Kaelin sit down with Hollywood death historian Scott Michaels (Dearly Departed Tours) to trace the terrifying legacy of the Manson Family murders. Hollywood death historian Scott Michaels takes

    Tom and Kato explore the real locations and stories behind the Manson Family murders — from Cielo Drive to the LaBianca home to Spahn Ranch. This isn’t a conspiracy — it’s first-hand Hollywood crime history. Discover why Sharon Tate wasn’t the intended target, how music producer Terry Melcher set the chain of events in motion, and what it was like to walk through the actual locations where history—and horror—unfolded.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • We Visited the Charles Manson's Kill Sites — Here’s What We Found

    We Visited the Charles Manson's Kill Sites — Here’s What We Found
    May 2 2025
    Step into the chilling world of # CharlesManson and his followers. In this special documentary episode of One Degree of Scandalous, Tom Zenner and Kato Kaelin visit the real crime scenes tied to the Manson Family murders.

    What happened at these places, what remains today, and where are the key figures now? Locations include:
    • Spahn Ranch – Manson’s base of operations.
    • LaBianca House: The home of the first victim.
    • Sharon Tate’s former residence — the site of the most infamous crime.

    We explore:
    • What happened at each location during the Manson murders.
    • Who the victims and perpetrators were.
    • What remains at these sites today.
    • Where the key figures are now. From Manson’s twisted cult beginnings to the gruesome murders that shocked the world, this deep dive reveals the dark underbelly of 1960s Los Angeles—and how the hippie dream turned into a nightmare.

    #CharlesManson #TrueCrime #HelterSkelter #MansonMurders

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    56 mins
  • Michael Connelly on True Crime, Harry Bosch & Wonderland KILLINGS!

    Michael Connelly on True Crime, Harry Bosch & Wonderland KILLINGS!
    Apr 24 2025
    Michael Connelly: From Crime Reporter to Bestselling Author with over 80 million books sold! 🎙️ Before he was a bestselling novelist, Michael Connelly was in the trenches of LA’s crime scene—covering murders, high-profile cases like O.J. Simpson, and digging into brutal crimes like the Wonderland killings.

    In this epic conversation with Tom Zenner and Kato Kaelin, Connelly opens up about:
    ✅ His career at the LA Times
    ✅ How real cases inspired Harry Bosch and Lincoln Lawyer
    ✅ Creating a docu-series about the Wonderland murders
    ✅ Working with Amazon, Matthew McConaughey, and David E. Kelley

    📢 True crime fans, writers, and mystery lovers—you don’t want to miss this masterclass from the legend himself. 💬 Comment on your favorite Michael Connelly novel below!

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Tracing the Night Stalker: Infamous Locations of Richard Ramirez's Crimes

    Tracing the Night Stalker: Infamous Locations of Richard Ramirez's Crimes
    Apr 18 2025
    Join us as Tom Zenner and Kato Kaelin take listeners on a chilling tour through Los Angeles as we visit 5 of the most haunting locations tied to one of the most terrifying serial killers in history—Richard Ramirez, aka The Night Stalker.

    From the first murder scene to the Greyhound station where he returned from Arizona, to the liquor store and the final chase through East LA, we walk the very streets where Ramirez terrorized the city. Watch as Tom Zenner and Kato Kaelin revisit these real-life true crime locations, offering insight, commentary, and perspective from the city that lived it.

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    43 mins
  • The Night Stalker: Lead Detective Reveals How He Caught Richard Ramirez

    The Night Stalker: Lead Detective Reveals How He Caught Richard Ramirez
    Apr 14 2025
    From the early clues and evidence to the dramatic arrest, hear firsthand accounts and behind-the-scenes details you won't find anywhere else. In this gripping episode of One Degree of Scandalous, we uncover the harrowing details of Richard Ramirez's reign of terror and the relentless pursuit by Detective Gil Carrillo. In this chilling episode hosted by Tom Zenner and Kato Kaelin, we uncover the following:

    •Early Clues and Evidence: The initial signs that pointed to a serial killer on the loose.
    •Detective Gil Carrillo's Involvement: How Carrillo became a key figure in the investigation. •Identifying the Serial Killer: The breakthrough that led to Ramirez's identification.
    •The Arrest: The dramatic events leading up to Ramirez's capture.
    •Impact on the Community: How the case affected Los Angeles and beyond.
    • Behind-the-scenes details: Exclusive insights from Detective Carrillo.

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • The Detective Who Caught The Night Stalker Richard Ramirez

    The Detective Who Caught The Night Stalker Richard Ramirez
    Apr 7 2025
    In the scorching summer of 1985, Los Angeles was plunged into a state of terror as Richard Ramirez, infamously known as the Night Stalker, unleashed a series of brutal murders that left the city in a state of fear.

    Detective Gil Carrillo was a co-lead investigator in the case of Richard Ramirez, the Night Stalker. His keen observations and determination were crucial in identifying patterns and leading to Ramirez's arrest in 1985. In this chilling episode of One Degree of Scandalous, we uncover the following:
    • The early clues and evidence that led detectives to suspect a serial killer was on the loose
    • The psychological profile of Richard Ramirez and his disturbing motives
    • The dramatic arrest that brought an end to the Night Stalker's reign of terror
    • The impact on the community and the detectives who pursued him

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • How Richard Ramirez Became THE NIGHT STALKER

    How Richard Ramirez Became THE NIGHT STALKER
    Apr 1 2025
    In the 1980s, Los Angeles was gripped with fear as Richard Ramirez, infamously known as the Night Stalker, went on a violent killing spree. A predator who broke into homes and left behind horrifying crime scenes, he became one of history’s most infamous serial killers. In this episode of One Degree of Scandalous, we dive into:
    ✅ How Ramirez evaded capture for so long
    ✅ The psychological terror he unleashed on LA
    ✅ The shocking trial that exposed his evil mindset
    ✅ How the public and media played a role in his downfall

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    47 mins
  • Inside 1978’s Most Terrifying Crimes – Bundy, Dahmer, Gacy & The Hillside Stranglers

    Inside 1978’s Most Terrifying Crimes – Bundy, Dahmer, Gacy & The Hillside Stranglers
    Mar 27 2025
    The year 1978 was a year of terror in true crime history.

    This One Degree of Scandalous episode with Tom Zenner and Kato Kaelin dives deep into the year serial killers ruled the headlines. Ted Bundy was on his final rampage, Jeffrey Dahmer claimed his first victim, John Wayne Gacy was hiding horrors beneath his home, and the Hillside Stranglers spread fear across Los Angeles. We also cover the deadly Jonestown Massacre, where over 900 people lost their lives in one of history’s worst cult tragedies.

    Plus, we break down the Unabomber’s first attack and how modern technology has changed how crimes are solved today. If you love true crime, unsolved mysteries, and deep dives into the minds of serial killers, this episode is for you!

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    47 mins