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Season 3 · Episode 18

Inside the Serial Killer Speakeasy: Crime, Cocktails & Ethics

  • Published April 30, 2026
  • Season 3
  • Episode 18

Show Notes

About this episode

BigHead is back with another episode!

We sit down with Draven, the creative lead and writer behind the Serial Killer Speakeasy, an immersive cocktail theater experience coming to Las Vegas. This isn’t your typical night out. Think true crime storytelling, themed cocktails, and an engaging and educational live performance.

We dive into:

  • What the Serial Killer Speakeasy actually is
  • The real stories behind Ed Gein, John Wayne Gacy, Jeffrey Dahmer, and Ted Bundy
  • The ethics of true crime entertainment
  • How the show avoids glorifying killers
  • The psychology behind why people are drawn to true crime
  • Behind-the-scenes writing and research process
  • The wild themed drinks
  • What audiences can expect walking into the experience

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Meet the Guest

Draven

Creative lead & writer · Serial Killer Speakeasy

Draven introduces the storytelling, themed cocktails, and live performance behind the Serial Killer Speakeasy experience.