Summary:
This episode delves into the complex and chilling case of Robert Durst, exploring his early life, relationships, and the series of events leading to the disappearances and murders of Kathy McCormack, Susan Berman and Morris Black. We discuss the psychological aspects of Durst's character, the impact of his family dynamics, and the legal proceedings that followed his actions. The conversation also touches on the media portrayal of Durst through the documentary 'The Jinx' and the implications of his actions on those around him.
Keywords: Robert Durst, true crime, podcast, Kathy McCormack, Susan Berman, Morris Black, Jinx, crime investigation, murder, family dynamics
Sources and other links:
The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst - HBO series 1 & 2
All Good Things (2010), Movie
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
05:59 Engagement and Shoutouts
11:52 The Life of Robert Durst
17:58 Robert Durst's Relationships and Marriage
24:00 Cathy's Disappearance and Investigation
30:39 The Mysterious Disappearance of Cathy
34:29 The Role of Friends and Family
36:41 Susan Berman: The Key Figure
39:43 The Marriage of Convenience
48:08 The Death of Susan Berman
53:48 Robert Durst's Disguise and Arrest
01:00:21 The Murder of Morris Black
01:02:14 The Evidence and Its Implications
01:06:03 The Trial and Its Outcomes
01:10:06 The Jinx and Its Revelations
01:13:23 The Aftermath and Ongoing Investigations
01:25:59 The Dark Legacy of Robert Durst
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