In this compelling episode of Mysterious Goings On, we welcome author Courtney Lund O'Neil, whose new memoir, Postmortem: What Survives the John Wayne Gacy Murders, delves into the psychological scars left by one of America’s most notorious serial killers. Courtney shares the haunting story of her mother, Kim Byers, who was closely connected to Gacy's final victim, exploring the ripple effects of trauma on survivors and their families. Join us as we discuss the book's insights, the process of reclaiming narratives, and the lasting impact of crime on communities. Key Takeaways: - Courtney’s personal connection to the Gacy case and its influence on her writing. - The emotional and psychological toll of surviving such a traumatic event. - Insights into the research process behind Postmortem and the importance of representing survivors' stories. - The broader implications of crime narratives in media and society. - Discussion on how trauma can extend beyond the immediate victims to affect families and communities. - Courtney's reflections on the cultural fascination with true crime and the need to focus on survivors. Buy the Book: Postmortem: What Survives the John Wayne Gacy Murders Website: courtneylundoneil.com The Mysterious Goings On Podcast was selected by Feedspot.com as one of the Top 100 Book Podcasts on the web! Drop a buck in the tip jar here. Click here to gain access to ad-free, subscriber-only content for less than the price of a cup of coffee PER MONTH! $1.99 for no advertisements and subscriber-only content!Send us a Voice Message! Just click here and give us your first name, city, and question or comment.Contact Alex via email here.Read and subscribe FREE to Alex's Newsletter, All the Fits That's News.Visit Alex's author website: https://jalexandergreenwood.com/Alex Greenwood on Medium: https://a-greenwood.medium.com/ (Subscription)Follow him on X/Twitter: @A_GreenwoodFollow him on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@alexginkcCatch Alex's True Crime Show: GOING TO KILLING CITY. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your pods! Enjoy this episode? Please leave us a review on your podcast platform of choice, and don't forget to subscribe for more literary journeys! LEAVE A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS Announcer: Mary McKenna. Original theme music "Mysterious Goings On" by Jamie Green. Want your own cool score for your podcast or website? Contact Jamie at Greenhouse Consulting. Check out Jamie's interview on the show here. Intro music: "Half Mystery" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ This Mysterious Goings On Podcast episode was recorded and mixed at Green Shebeen Studios in beautiful Kansas City, Missouri. Copyright 2024, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.We are an Amazon Associates seller, and some of our links may earn us a commission.
