Murder of Alex Woodworth
How did an online encounter turn deadly?
4.1 (20)
51 mins
Explore the murder of Alex Woodworth and the investigation that followed. Also understand how deception, obsession, and online relationships played a central role in the crime.
Ep 1:
The Making of a Manipulator
We trace gaslighting's dark history and unravel the turbulent origins of Ezra McCandless — a woman whose self-mythology would soon collide with a real-life tragedy in Wisconsin.
Ep 2:
Gaslight, Affair, and False Report
Ezra's relationship with Jason Mengel spirals through an unplanned pregnancy, a secret affair with his best friend, and a shocking false police report that shatters everyone's trust.
Discussions (5)
Marc
Level 6 · 2 mo agoGaslight term is from 1944 film
Sutton
Level 6 · 2 mo agoEzra changed her last name to McCandless for the vibe. Chris walked into the wild. Ezra doodled in court. The follow-through gap is sofa king wide.
Art
Level 5 · 2 mo agogaslighting herself, bold move
