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March 20, 2025 83 mins
Buckle up for one of the most bizarre, over-the-top, and unbelievable tales of obsession, love, and maybe a little delusion—it's the story of Joyce McKinney. This case has everything: a beauty queen with a genius IQ, a dash of Mormon royalty, chloroform, and even a wig named Matilda. Joyce’s quest to rescue her "star-crossed lover" Kirk Anderson took her from the Appalachian Mountains to the English countryside and into the headlines of tabloids worldwide. But what’s the truth behind the story? Tabloids painted her as a villain, Joyce saw herself as a romantic heroine, and somewhere in between lies a tale stranger than fiction. Join us as we dive into this wild ride—because once Joyce sets her sights on something, you better watch out. Sources: Documentary - Tabloid Book: Joyce McKinney and the Case of the Manacled Mormon by Anthony Delano Joyce McKinney and the battle of the tabloids | Documentary films | The Guardian Joyce McKinney and the Manacled Mormon | by Glenn M Stewart Woman accused of running over holocaust survivor has led a tabloid life Dog cloner Joyce McKinney sought over burglary to fund horse's wooden leg Sponsors: Acorns Head to acorns.com/creepers or download the Acorns app to get started Acorns Early Head to acorns.com/creepers or download the Acorns app to get started. Quince Go to Quince.com/creepers for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Mint Mobile Shop plans at MINTMOBILE.COM/CREEPERS Want more True Crime Creepers? Find us on Patreon for bonus episodes and ad free episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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