"THE X MARKS THE SPOT: MANSON'S TRIAL AND THE FOLLOWERS WHO CARVED THEIR FOREHEADS" (Part 2 of 3)
Update: 2025-11-20
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Reid Carter covers the trial that shocked America. December 1969: Susan Atkins confessed to cellmate—described stabbing Sharon Tate, tasting her blood. August 1970: Trial began with Manson carving X into forehead—"I have X'd myself from your world." His three female followers carved matching X's. Girls giggled during testimony, sang Manson's songs, disrupted proceedings daily. President Nixon declared Manson guilty mid-trial—judge nearly declared mistrial. January 25, 1971: All four convicted of first-degree murder. March 29: Death sentences. California abolished death penalty 1972—sentences commuted to life. Manson died in prison 2017. Followers remain incarcerated, denied parole repeatedly.
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You'll get exclusive behind-the-scenes content, breaking news updates on cases we're covering, and early alerts when new episodes drop. Our social media is where Reid Carter's hottest takes live, including reactions that don't make it into the show.
But more importantly, it's where YOU come in. Share your theories, debate the verdicts, and connect with fellow listeners who are just as obsessed with justice as you are. Did the jury get it right? What questions do you still have? Your comments and insights often shape future episodes.
We cover the trials that matter, but our community makes the conversation unforgettable. Come for Reid's signature cynical commentary, stay for the incredible discussions with thousands of true crime fans who get it.
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