Join us as we explore the origins, the harrowing variations, and the gripping psychology behind 'The Backseat Killer'. Let us uncover its roots in real-life crime stories and how it has taken on a life of its own in the collective imagination, serving as a grim cautionary tale about the dangers of the night.
But the intrigue doesn't stop there. We'll delve into the very real fears and anxieties that the backseat killer story preys upon, and the psychological underpinnings of this urban legend. You'll hear accounts of close calls and the genuine unease it has instilled in those who've heard it.
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