Podcast Summary: The Dating Detectives — “A New Podcast You’ll Love: CRIMES OF...”

Date: October 28, 2025
Hosts: Hannah Anderson & Mackenzie Fultz (The Dating Detectives)
Guests/Featured hosts: Corinne Vienne & Sabrina Deanna Roga (Crimes of)

Episode Overview

In this special episode, Hannah and Mackenzie introduce listeners to a new podcast, “Crimes of,” hosted by Sabrina Deanna Roga and Corinne Vienne of the renowned “Two Girls, One Ghost” (and the viral “Blink”) fame. “Crimes of” is a true crime anthology series that each season explores a new facet of criminal history—from the paranormal and unsolved murders to celebrity scandals and crimes of passion. The preview centers on the inaugural season, “Crimes of Infamy,” focusing on the real-life events that inspired Hollywood horror villains, especially the notorious killer Ed Gein.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Introducing “Crimes of”: Format and Focus (00:01–01:38)

• Hannah and Mackenzie share their excitement, recommending “Crimes of” to their true crime-loving audience and providing quick bios on the hosts.
• Corinne Vienne and Sabrina Deanna Roga outline the anthology format:
  • “Each eight to twelve-episode season, we will dive deeper into the themes — from movies to music to scandals, to crimes of passion and heartbreaking disappearances.” (Sabrina, 01:14)
  • Emphasis on bringing a new angle to iconic cases, with visuals available on YouTube.

2. Season One: Crimes of Infamy — The Ed Gein Case (01:38–02:47)

• Theme Focus: “Crimes of Infamy” spotlights the ‘real monsters’ behind horror movies.
• Hook: Ed Gein and his influence on pop culture.
• Memorable Details:
  • “I’m sure you’ve never wondered what a lampshade made out of real human flesh would look like... or what a pair of pants made from real human legs would be like to wear. But Ed Gein did. And as horrifying and sadistic as that sounds, it is not fiction. It is disturbingly real.”
    — Sabrina Deanna Roga (01:50)
  • Corinne emphasizes the visceral reality: “It’s very real.” (02:08)

3. Ed Gein’s Influence on Horror Icons (02:09–03:20)

• Cultural Legacy: Ed Gein inspired legendary characters and films: “He’s also the real-life monster who inspired the iconic films like Psycho, Silence of the Lambs, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and so many more.”
  — Corinne Vienne (02:22)
• The hosts express fascination with the eerie similarities between Gein and Norman Bates, the main character of Psycho.

4. The Strange Coincidence: Robert Bloch and Ed Gein (02:51–03:20)

• Backstory: Robert Bloch, author of Psycho, was living just 35 miles from Gein’s home when he wrote the novel, but was unaware of the unfolding crimes.
  • “Shockingly, his character, Norman Bates, is eerily similar to Ed Gein. He was writing this book just miles from where Ed Gein was committing these atrocious acts, but had no clue.”
    — Sabrina Deanna Roga (03:14)

5. Book to Film: Psycho and Reality (03:20–03:44)

• Adaptation Nuances: The movie adaptation didn't mirror Gein's crimes perfectly (no running a hotel, no famous shower scene murder, etc.), but several chilling similarities remain.
  • Corinne points out the blurred lines: “And Ed didn’t keep the corpse of his mother in his home, although arguably he did, because he did take the head into his home.” (03:38)

6. Psychological Parallels: Mother-Son Relationships (03:44–04:16)

• Both Norman Bates and Ed Gein shared:
  • Intense sexual repression imposed by their mothers
  • An emotional dependence leading to an Oedipus complex
  • Both “snapped” after their mothers’ deaths
• “So the similarities that the two did share were intricate... both fostered a deep emotional dependence in their children, and that led to a disturbing Oedipus complex in both men.”
  — Corinne Vienne (03:46)

7. Why Are We Fascinated by Real Monsters? (04:29–04:47)

• The hosts ask the bigger cultural question:
  • “What is it about Ed Gein and all of these real-life monsters that makes for such fascinating on-screen characters? Why are they messed up? Why are we messed up watching it?”
    — Sabrina Deanna Roga (04:34)
  • Corinne answers with self-aware humor: “We’re all a little bit messed up in the head.” (04:47)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “If you haven’t seen [Psycho], what are you doing? Who are you? What’s wrong with you? Sorry. No, no judgment.”
  — Corinne Vienne (04:13)
• “Pause this episode right now. Go watch it and come back.”
  — Sabrina Deanna Roga (04:16)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:01–00:59: Introduction by The Dating Detectives and show setup
• 01:08–01:38: Sabrina and Corinne introduce “Crimes of” and its unique true crime approach
• 01:38–02:09: Season one teaser and Ed Gein’s background
• 02:09–02:51: Ed Gein’s impact on horror villains, especially Norman Bates
• 02:51–03:20: Robert Bloch’s proximity and ignorance of Gein’s crimes while writing Psycho
• 03:20–03:44: Differences between fiction and reality in Psycho
• 03:44–04:16: Deep-dive into psychological similarities (mother-son dynamics)
• 04:29–04:47: Hosts reflect on society’s fascination with real-life monsters
• 04:47–05:09: Call-to-action to listen to the full podcast

Tone & Style

• Conversational, witty, and darkly humorous—with both Sabrina and Corinne turning grim true crime details into engaging, often tongue-in-cheek banter.
• Encourages true crime fans and horror lovers to question what draws people to macabre stories, blending pop culture references with psychological insights.

Final Thoughts

This episode is a tantalizing tease for true crime and horror aficionados. “Crimes of” promises to dissect real-life inspiration behind pop culture’s most infamous villains, grounding sensational tales in reality and psychological curiosity. If you’re interested in both the origins of horror films and the minds that inspire them, Sabrina and Corinne’s approach—complete with humor, depth, and a Netflix-style binge potential—makes this a must-listen.

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