This episode of the Yortown Podcast delves into the chilling story of Mary Cohen, known as the Borgia of Maine, who was Maine's first and deadliest serial killer. The conversation explores her early life, the mysterious deaths of her family members, her marriages, and the subsequent trial that led to her life imprisonment. The hosts reflect on the broader context of female serial killers in history, particularly those who used poison as their weapon of choice, and conclude with thoughts on the dark history of Maine.

Episode Key Points

Mary Cohen was dubbed the Borgia of Maine for her crimes.

She confessed to 31 murders, but the true count may be higher.

Her early life was marked by hardship and tragedy.

Mary's father influenced her cold and calculating nature.

All three of her children died under mysterious circumstances.

Mary's husbands also died from similar stomach pains.

The trial of Mary Cohen was a scandalous affair covered by newspapers.

She was never tried for the other five deaths associated with her.

Mary's story reflects a broader trend of female poisoners in history.

The episode highlights the dark history of Maine and its infamous figures.

Episode Quotes

"We're going to do something for Maine."

"Mary Cohen was Maine's first and deadliest serial killer."

"This is a tale of poison greed."

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Yore Town Podcast is a podcast that features your towns dark, wild, unbelievable past that has you thinking no way that really happened here. Matt and Megh dust off the books, hit the streets and an occasional nursing home to unveil Yore Town’s past. From small towns to where we live to big cities before they were what they are today. This is Yore Town, Yore Stories

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