Confession of a Serial Killer
Katherine Ramsland
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Rotten but still a little sweet! Rotten Mango is a true crime + all things spooky podcast. We love doing deep dives into the darkest crimes and we tend to not leave out any details - which can get a little rotten at times. If you want deep dives in the psychology of killers, no holding back storytel...
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The hosts explained that the former idol authored the book to detail the sexual abuse he suffered as a trainee and to serve as a public warning for other aspiring idols. They highlighted how its release sparked a wave of further allegations against the agency’s leader, underscoring its impact as a catalyst for exposing systemic misconduct.
Koji Matsushita, after retiring from the entertainment industry, wrote a book detailing the sexual abuse he endured while being trained by Johnny Kitagawa, also acting as a warning to other trainees.
After Koji retired, he wrote a book on everything that happened to him. He dedicated a page to call it, His Public Warning, a cry to all the other trainees and idols at JNA agency.
Koji Matsushita, a former idol, wrote this book detailing the sexual abuse he endured as a trainee under Johnny Kitagawa, serving as a warning to others and revealing the dark side of the JNA agency.
After Koji retired, he wrote a book on everything that happened to him.
He dedicated a page to call it, His Public Warning, a cry to all the other trainees and idols at JNA agency.
He detailed all of the assaults that he endured under the mentorship of what many consider a predator.
And once this book comes out, the floodgates open.
Allegation after allegation starts flooding out against the godfather of J-pop.
The hosts referenced the book's nine seducer archetypes and suggested the two female killers could be seen as seductresses or a "black widow" type. They highlighted the book's view that seduction is a psychological game rather than about beauty, involving mixing pleasure with emotional pain and treating the target as a victim. The discussion framed the work as a useful lens for analyzing extreme behavior, but did not overtly endorse it.
The podcast discussed the book's nine archetypes of seducers, and how the two serial killers, Miyuki and Kanae, could be categorized as seductresses, or a tenth archetype, the 'black widow'.
According to Robert Greene's The Art of Seduction book there are nine archetypes of lovers or seducers
the whole book. Who's the victim? I'm sorry. The person you're trying to seduce is the victim.
Robert Green states in his book seduction is a game of psychology not beauty and it is within the grasp of any person to become a master at this game of seduction
if your victim is to be sacrificed then it must be done swiftly and cleanly leaving you free physically and psychologically to move on to the next victim and then the game begins all over again
the book recommends mixing pleasure with straight up pain not physical pain but emotional and mental pain
It was discussed as a framework for understanding the nine archetypes of seducers, and how two of the female serial killers may fit into those categories.
According to Robert Greene's The Art of Seduction book there are nine archetypes of lovers or seducers and according to the author once you find out which type you are you can use it to your advantage in gaining attraction by whoever you're interested in
the whole book. Who's the victim? I'm sorry. The person you're trying to seduce is the victim.
Robert Green states in his book seduction is a game of psychology not beauty and it is within the grasp of any person to become a master at this game of seduction and The Art of Seduction has four phases
if your victim is to be sacrificed then it must be done swiftly and cleanly leaving you free physically and psychologically to move on to the next victim and then the game begins all over again
Volume 1 (Murdle, 1)
The speaker mentioned reading this book, and was impressed by the author's ability to create a narrative.
By the way, Mr. Ono, I read your book, The Logic of Murder. You know, you're really skilled at creating a narrative.
— Episode: #334: Japan’s Twitter Killer Sleeps With...
The speaker mentioned reading this book, and was impressed by the author's ability to create a narrative.
By the way, Mr. Ono, I read your book, The Logic of Murder. You know, you're really skilled at creating a narrative.
I've been studying shogi, but I can't play against anyone so I ride on a piece of paper and I play shogi by myself. I discovered that there's techniques that you can't master, even though you understand them.
The Logic of Murder was mentioned as a book by Mr Ono, who was really skilled at creating a narrative.
By the way, Mr. Ono, I read your book, The Logic of Murder. You know, you're really skilled at creating a narrative.
The book was highlighted when Deputy Police Chief Robert Devine read it to his daughter at a library event, noting its focus on growing up and choosing one’s own path. The hosts introduced his reading, underscoring the title’s inspirational message for children.
Robert Devine read this book to children at a library event, and mentioned reading it to his own daughter, focusing on themes of growing up and pursuing dreams.
I read this to my little girl a lot. And the main reason is because it's about growing up and doing what you want to do when you grow up.
This is Deputy Police Chief Robert Devine, and he's going to read you Oh, the Places You'll Go. Let's give him a hand.
Robert DeVeen read this children's book at a library event shortly before Sandra's death. It was said to be about growing up and choosing your own path in life.
I read this to my little girl a lot. And the main reason is because it's about growing up and doing what you want to do when you grow up.
This is Deputy Police Chief Robert Devine, and he's going to read you Oh, the Places You'll Go. Let's give him a hand.
A Complete Thai Language Course. From Beginner to Conversational Speaker the Easy Way!
The book was cited as the Thai language resource Ning turned to during her scarce free moments, illustrating her determination to adjust to life in Thailand. The hosts noted her use of the book as a sign of her commitment to integration, without offering a formal endorsement.
Finding the Extraordinary in the Ordinary
It was another book of photographs by Yoo Byung-eun that was described as subpar, taken from his estate window, which he considered to be art.
Another one was called Finding the Extraordinary in the Ordinary or something, which like, yeah, okay, if I'm a millionaire, I better find the extraordinary in the ordinary.
— Episode: #260: Korean Billionaire “With No Face”...
It was another book of photographs by Yoo Byung-eun that was described as subpar, taken from his estate window, which he considered to be art.
Another one was called Finding the Extraordinary in the Ordinary or something, which like, yeah, okay, if I'm a millionaire, I better find the extraordinary in the ordinary.
It was another book of landscape photographs that Yoo Byung-eun took from the window of his multimillion-dollar estate. It was a part of his rebranding as a tortured artist after he was associated with the Sewol Ferry tragedy.
Another one was called Finding the Extraordinary in the Ordinary or something, which like, yeah, okay, if I'm a millionaire, I better find the extraordinary in the ordinary.
A Novel
It was described as the most comprehensive and in-depth account of the case, providing a thorough dive into the details without significant bias, and was found to be easily engaging.
there's an incredible book on this case it is written by one of the biggest authors in true crime M. William Phelps.
— Episode: #234: 20 Year Old Girl Does Blackface To...
It was described as the most comprehensive and in-depth account of the case, providing a thorough dive into the details without significant bias, and was found to be easily engaging.
there's an incredible book on this case it is written by one of the biggest authors in true crime M. William Phelps.
He does fantastic deep dives he's very successful at getting the emotions of a case without much bias and his writing style just really immerses you.
The book felt incredibly effortless to get sucked into.
It was described as the most comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the case, providing a detailed look at the events without significant bias, and was found easy to become immersed in.
There's an incredible book on this case it is written by one of the biggest authors in true crime M. William Phelps.
He does fantastic deep dives he's very successful at getting the emotions of a case without much bias and his writing style just really immerses you.
The book felt incredibly effortless to get sucked into.
I know that sounds strange but I find it to be very important when it comes to true stories like this one. You have to get into it to really feel the emotions of everything that's happened and I think that's the only way to do it justice.
Stephanie Soo praised the book as very well‑written, meticulously researched, and incredibly engaging, while noting a trigger warning because it misgenders a character named Skylar with he/him pronouns. Despite that issue, she highlighted its overall quality, indicating a strong recommendation.
It was described as very well-written and meticulously researched, and incredibly engaging, but had a trigger warning for misgendering Skylar.
I just have to say that this book is very well written, meticulously researched, incredibly engaging.
The only thing is the book refers to Skylar with he him pronouns and I will be referring to Skylar as she her pronouns.
It was described as well-written, meticulously researched, and incredibly engaging, although it was noted that the book misgenders Skylar using he/him pronouns.
I just have to say that this book is very well written, meticulously researched, incredibly engaging.
The only thing is the book refers to Skylar with he him pronouns and I will be referring to Skylar as she her pronouns.
So there is a bit of misgendering in the book if that um I don't think it was out of ill intent but it does get a little bit complicated so just a trigger warning.
The Kidnapping of Sally Horner and the Novel That Scandalized the World
The book was highlighted as a meticulously researched true‑crime work that rescued Sally Horner’s story from obscurity, with the host noting the author’s deep dive into court records, transcripts and interviews with people close to the victim. Stephanie Soo praised the author’s talent and urged listeners to check it out, emphasizing its role in illuminating the case that inspired Nabokov’s novel. The discussion conveyed strong endorsement, positioning the title as essential reading for those interested in the true story behind Lolita.
It was highlighted as a great book about the Sally Horner case, which would likely have been forgotten without it. It was based on extensive research and interviews related to the victim.
It's called The Real Lolita by Sarah Weinman.
Now Sarah is a journalist who scoured through court documents, transcripts, prison records, legislative records, testimonies. She interviewed dozens of people for this book, and a lot of them were related to the victim.
She's honestly such a talented writer, and without her I think Sally Horner's name would probably be forgotten.
So please go check out her book.
She also has a few other true crime books that I've heard are terrific, so let me know.
It was described as a well-researched book about a true crime case, which was later revealed to have inspired the novel 'Lolita'. The author interviewed many people related to the case, helping to bring the victim's story to light.
But there's a really good book on this case. It's called The Real Lolita by Sarah Weinman.
She scoured through court documents, transcripts, prison records, legislative records, testimonies.
She interviewed dozens of people for this book and a lot of them were related to the victim herself.
The Shocking True Story of the Pamela Smart Murder Case
The hosts highlighted the book as a well‑written account that read like a movie, noting the author's unique perspective after visiting a key participant in prison. They also mentioned that Pamela Smart herself spoke to the author, claiming the boys were falsely accused and coerced. Overall, they praised its thorough research and engaging narrative.
Pamela Smart, while in prison, spoke to the author of this book and claimed the boys were being falsely accused and coerced into confessing due to their young age.
Pam came forward to the press and to an author of Teach Me to Kill and she said I have a picture in my mind of the killer so she's saying that the boys are being falsely accused just like her and they're being coerced into confessing because they're so young and uh she said you know like this drug addicted scum with like long greasy hair that's what I picture the killer to be not these little kids
It was described as well-written and even included a visit to one of the main participants in prison, and was said to read like a movie.
There's two books on this case that I loved.
Teach Me to Kill by Stephen Sawicki. It's so well written.
He even visited one of the main people involved in prison.
I think he has a very unique perspective on things he put in the work. You can tell the book reads like a movie.
The Extraordinary True Story of a Kidnapped Filmmaker, His Star Actress, and a Young Dictator's Rise to Power
The hosts highlighted the title as a meticulously researched account that revealed details even longtime observers missed, noting that their own parents learned new facts from it. They praised the author’s extensive interviews and on‑the‑ground research, calling it a captivating read that absorbed them fully. Overall, the book was presented as a standout recommendation for anyone interested in the story.
It was highly recommended as a fascinating read, even by those familiar with the case from news coverage, providing insights that were not previously known.
Even my Korean parents who grew up with this case on the news learned so much from this book! 10/10
This is probably I say this all the time but this is probably one of my favorite books of the year just really absorbs you and sucks you in and the amount of research
and like I said even my Korean parents who grew up in that generation they learned stuff from this book I mean
It was described as the most meticulous book on the subject, with details even the podcast hosts' Korean parents, who had followed the case in the news, were unaware of.
There's such a good book on this. It's called "A Kim Jong Il Production" and it's written by a film producer who studied film in Paris, has directed a ton of movies, a documentary movie called Radio Man that I had no idea that he had a part of.
His name is Paul Fisher. I mean, this is his first and only book. I don't even know what to say. Conducted over 50 interviews. This guy's meticulous. He gets all his facts.
He even talked to North Korean defectors. He traveled to South Korea, Austria, Germany, Hungary, Hong Kong, North Korea, even North Korea. Yeah. He even stayed in the exact hotel rooms that the victim stayed in.
I mean, this is the most meticulous book that I have ever seen on a subject like this. I was bonding with my parents and there were things in this book that my parents had no idea happened.
They're like, "What? Like I live through this. How do I not know that this happened?"
The title was highlighted during a discussion of Dr. Linda Hazzard's controversial practices, noting that she promoted it through a Seattle newspaper ad and claimed that all diseases stem from dietary issues and could be cured by fasting. The hosts recounted how the book’s extreme view was embraced by Hazzard’s followers, describing its premise as fundamentally flawed and dangerous.
It was promoted by Dr. Linda Hazzard in a Seattle Daily Newspaper advertisement, and discussed how every disease was caused by diet and only solved through fasting treatments.
Dr. Linda Hazard...her last name's hazard like turn your hazard lights on like this is hazardous...and she's promoting her book Fasting for the Cure of Disease
she just talked about how every single disease was caused by dietary factors and the only solution is the fasting treatment
the only disease is impure blood that's caused by impure digestion and that leads to other diseases
It was advertised in a Seattle newspaper and promoted the idea that all diseases were caused by diet, with fasting being the only cure. The sisters read the entire book and were convinced by its claims.
Fasting for the Cure of Disease
The Mystery of Belle Gunness, Butcher of Men
The hosts highlighted the book as a thorough deep‑dive into the early‑1900s serial killer Belle Gunness, drawing parallels to Dr. Linda Hazzard’s manipulative persona. Stephanie in particular praised it as a really good, detailed account, and it was presented as a top recommendation for listeners interested in true‑crime history. The overall tone was enthusiastic and supportive of the title.
It was highly recommended as a deep dive into the story of Belle Gunness, who was a serial killer that operated in the early 1900s and was compared to Dr. Linda Hazzard.
there's this really good book on it...I love a story inside of a story...so there is a woman named Belle Gunness who had just gotten...kind of caught...three years prior to all of this going down in Indiana...so there's this book called Hell's Princess: The Mystery of Belle Gunness, Butcher of Men and it's really good it's a deep dive
It was discussed as a good book about a serial killer who was compared to Linda Hazzard, highlighting their similar manipulative and confident personas.
There's this really good book on it...it's really good, it's a deep dive.
In two episodes, Stephanie Soo discussed the book written by Jeffrey Dahmer's father, noting that it detailed the family's history and his reflections on his son's crimes while sparking controversy and lawsuits from victims' families. She mentioned that the author donated part of the proceeds to those families and expressed uncertainty about inherited traits versus upbringing, but overall the conversation treated the title as a contextual source rather than a recommendation.
Lionel Dahmer, Jeffrey Dahmer's father, wrote a book about their family history, which was later controversial due to some families suing him for using their names without consent.
He donated a portion of the proceeds to the victim's families, but Most of the family supported it because I think when you have victims like this I mean I don't know what I would say, but I don't think I could blame other family members, you know for one person's actions Especially when they're over age, right? Especially if they there's no evidence of abuse
he said he's not ashamed to be a dahmer But like not in the sense of like he supports his sons, you know activities but Not activities but murder
Lionel Dahmer, Jeffrey's father, wrote a book detailing their family history and his reflections on his son's crimes, which was met with both support and controversy from victims' families.
He had dreams about murdering people and Then Jeffrey Dahmer ended up murdering people.
He wonders I mean, he doesn't know what that means He doesn't know if he Unwillingly and you know had passed something down whether it was genetics whether it was the way that he taught something He doesn't know.
He said he was relatively violent as a kid And he kind of outgrew it but it seems maybe Jeffrey Dahmer never did
He said that there's just a part of him that like wants to keep these things It's like the collecting collection and later he tries to make like an altar out of skulls of real people
they all still maintained a really good relationship with jeffrey and Um joyce the mom she ended up dying in 2000 of cancer
A Hmong Child, Her American Doctors, and the Collision of Two Cultures
The hosts referenced the title while discussing a case of a Hmong child with epilepsy, using the book to illustrate the clash between traditional Hmong beliefs about seizures and Western medical practice. They highlighted how the story shows misunderstandings that arise when cultural concepts of illness meet clinical treatment, presenting the book as a relevant example rather than a strong endorsement.
This book explores the challenges of cultural understanding between doctors and Hmong parents in America. It highlights the cultural belief that seizures are caused by the soul leaving the body, and the resulting conflicts when these beliefs clash with Western medicine. It focuses on a young Hmong girl named Leah who is diagnosed with severe epilepsy, and how her parents' traditional healing practices and beliefs are misconstrued by doctors.
It's called "The Spirit Catches You When You Fall Down", is the name of the book.
It's about a little girl named Leah.
The Spirit Catches You When You Fall Down.
The book follows a young Hmong girl named Leah who is diagnosed with epilepsy, and explores the cultural differences between Western medicine and Hmong beliefs on illness and healing. It specifically focuses on the conflict between doctors and the parents regarding Leah's treatment, as the parents believe in traditional Hmong practices while the doctors prescribe Western medicine.
It's called "The Spirit Catches You When You Fall Down" is the name of the book.
It's about a little girl named Leah.
She's Meng, she lives in America.
The Spirit Catches You When You Fall Down
The Spirit Catches You When You Fall Down
Stories
The hosts discussed the book as a detailed investigative account of Tabo Bester's prison escape and its aftermath, noting that the journalists' early suspicions helped uncover the truth. They highlighted how the book provided a thorough look at the case and its implications.
A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice
The hosts referenced the posthumously released memoir as the primary source for their deep dive into the alleged trafficking by Epstein and Maxwell, including the connections to Prince Andrew and other powerful figures. They highlighted that the book details Giuffre's two‑plus years of abuse and lists names she implicated, using it to frame their episode’s investigation.
This was Virginia Giuffre's posthumously released memoir where she detailed the two plus years she spent being trafficked by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. The book included a long list of powerful people she claimed she was trafficked by, and also a list of people she was too scared to name publicly.
Virginia Giuffre, who has passed earlier this year, she has posthumously released a memoir where she details her two plus years that she spent being trafficked by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
And this is going to be part two where we run through all of the names that have been mentioned in Virginia Giuffre's book that was published after her passing, which even that a lot of people think her passing was suspicious.
This was Virginia Giuffre's posthumously released memoir detailing the two years she spent being trafficked by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Virginia Giuffre, who has passed earlier this year, she has posthumously released a memoir where she details her two plus years that she spent being trafficked by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
And we're going to dive deep even into Prince Andrew and all of the connections there, as well as all of the politicians that are being brought up in her book.
Essays by a Child Sex Trafficking Survivor
The memoir was highlighted as a detailed account of Mary Knight's experiences and was recommended for listeners who prefer reading over watching documentaries.
She also has a book, which is incredible. I'm going to link below. It's called My Life Now. The book goes even more in depth than the documentary.
— Episode: Parents Tie Up Kidnapped Man Onto Cross...
The memoir was highlighted as a detailed account of Mary Knight's experiences and was recommended for listeners who prefer reading over watching documentaries.
She also has a book, which is incredible. I'm going to link below. It's called My Life Now. The book goes even more in depth than the documentary.
The host praised Mary Knight's memoir, encouraging listeners to read it and noting it contains extensive essays that could help survivors heal.
I highly recommend checking out Mary's memoir, My Life Now, and her documentaries as part of her own investigation to see if her memories are real.
My longest essay is how I healed people ... the book is worth getting even if it's just for that one because if you know someone who has fibromyalgia or chronic pain it gives all this information about healing.
That's why I wrote it - it's for people like you who are survivors; I hope my book can be helpful to you.
They haven't read my book; they're like why didn't she just call the police or something.
Buy it so Catherine is the one... promoting the book and then she'll also get the revenue from it.
The psychiatrist Dr. Fenton, who was the defendant's primary psychiatrist, wrote a book about the Aurora massacre titled "It", beginning each chapter with a Joker quote.
It
— Episode: #382: Dark Knight Rises Massacre - Neuro...
The psychiatrist Dr. Fenton, who was the defendant's primary psychiatrist, wrote a book about the Aurora massacre titled "It", beginning each chapter with a Joker quote.
It
Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence
It was promoted as a useful guide for understanding perpetrator techniques and learning how to protect oneself.
I'll just promote his book, The Gift of Fear by Gavin DeBecker is a really good book to read to learn about perpetrator techniques so you can better guard yourself against them.
— Episode: “My Parents Were Pedophiles & Forced Me...
It was promoted as a useful guide for understanding perpetrator techniques and learning how to protect oneself.
I'll just promote his book, The Gift of Fear by Gavin DeBecker is a really good book to read to learn about perpetrator techniques so you can better guard yourself against them.
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