SCOUT· 41%1h 42m·2026-10-27·True Crime400. The Pied Piper of Hamelin -- Kinderfänger
You've all heard the story. A piper comes to town and plays a tune that leads the children away. But did you know it was true? Happy Halloween! Check out our other show, The Prosecutors: Legal Briefs, for discussion on cases, controversial topics, or conversations with content creators. For early and ad-free access to…
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“Im so glad you guys did this story because you know the name the piped piper (even r Kelly has that nickname but I’ve never heard the original story) And Brett explanation sounds the best the men did something they’re embarrassed to admit a…”
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“Thank you for covering this, because I always had questions. First, why did the adults stand by and allow a small army of children just wander off after some stranger? Why would the children even follow him? In the Brother's Grimm story it'…”
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