About this episode
In this chilling deep dive, The Serial Killer Files by Skoob unpacks one of America’s most infamous criminal trials — the McMartin Preschool case. What began in 1983 as an allegation of child abuse quickly spiraled into a full-blown national panic, fueled by fear, suggestion, and sensational media coverage.Discover how flawed investigations, manipulated child interviews, and a wave of satanic hysteria turned ordinary lives into a modern-day witch hunt. From secret tunnels to the longest trial in U.S. history, this episode explores how moral panic can destroy families, warp justice, and reshape an entire era.? Tune in for a gripping exploration of memory, fear, and the price of collective hysteria.? Follow The Serial Killer Files by Skoob on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and hit subscribe on YouTube for more episodes like this.Tune in for more thought-provoking stories, deep dives, and conversations that keep you hooked.
