Show Notes
William Holbert, AKA Wild Bill, demonstrates the traits of a sociopathic narcissist. But is William Holbert technically considered a serial killer? What is the ethics of covering murderers? Retired FBI agent and profiler Julia Cowley explains the classic traits of serial killers. Does William Holbert fit the bill? Also, in this episode, psychologist Jan Canty discusses the ethics of covering killers like William Holbert. Special thanks to: Julia Cowley – The Consult podcast is a true-crime podcast where Julia Cowley and other FBI profilers talk about the behaviors of criminals. Jan Canty -You can find Jan on TikTok. She also has a podcast titled the Domino Effect of Murder, where she interviews family members of victims of homicide. She also has a memoir about her husband’s murder titled A Life Divided. Advertisecast, executive producer Ruby Rose Fox “Bury the Body” This episode was written and produced by Javier Leiva and John Taylor. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter Facebook Instagram LEAVE A REVIEW Please leave us a review on Apple Podcast. WANT MORE? Also, check out our other podcasts: PRETEND and TWISTED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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