Son of Sam
In this gripping and thought-provoking episode of Socrates in the City, host Eric Metaxas sits down with author and minister Dr. Michael Caparelli to explore one of the most chilling and ultimately redemptive true crime stories in American history—the life of David Berkowitz, infamously known as the “Son of Sam.”
Through never-before-seen video interviews conducted by Dr. Caparelli inside the maximum-security facility where Berkowitz is serving his sentence, viewers witness a man who once served evil but now claims to serve God. Berkowitz speaks openly about his past, his remorse, and the spiritual awakening that led him to faith in Jesus Christ.
Son of Sam
In this gripping and thought-provoking episode of Socrates in the City, host Eric Metaxas sits down with author and minister Dr. Michael Caparelli to explore one of the most chilling and ultimately redemptive true crime stories in American history—the life of David Berkowitz, infamously known as the “Son of Sam.”
Through never-before-seen video interviews conducted by Dr. Caparelli inside the maximum-security facility where Berkowitz is serving his sentence, viewers witness a man who once served evil but now claims to serve God. Berkowitz speaks openly about his past, his remorse, and the spiritual awakening that led him to faith in Jesus Christ.
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How the Son of Sam Killer Found Christ
What is evil—and can even the most depraved among us find redemption? In this profoundly moving conversation, Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with Dr. Michael Caparelli, author of Monster Mirror, to explore the dark and sobering case of David Berkowitz—the notorious “Son of Sam” serial killer. Caparelli, who spent over 100 hours interviewing Berkowitz in prison, offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a man who once claimed to be possessed by the devil but now professes a deep Christian faith.
Far more than a crime story, this episode is a theological and philosophical journey into the heart of darkness—and the possibility of divine redemption. The Question of Evil: Son of Sam challenges viewers to reconsider the limits of grace, and whether anyone is beyond the reach of God.
In this gripping and thought-provoking episode of Socrates in the City, host Eric Metaxas sits down with author and minister Dr. Michael Caparelli to explore one of the most chilling and ultimately redemptive true crime stories in American history—the life of David Berkowitz, infamously known as the “Son of Sam.”
Berkowitz terrorized New York City in the 1970s, carrying out a series of brutal shootings that left six people dead and many others wounded. As panic gripped the city, he was eventually captured and sentenced to life in prison for his crimes. But this documentary-style episode goes beyond the headlines, delving into the extraordinary transformation that took place behind prison walls.
Through never-before-seen video interviews conducted by Dr. Caparelli inside the maximum-security facility where Berkowitz is serving his sentence, viewers witness a man who once served evil but now claims to serve God. Berkowitz speaks openly about his past, his remorse, and the spiritual awakening that led him to faith in Jesus Christ.
This moving conversation explores how even the darkest life can be transformed by grace. Caparelli, who has spent years researching criminal minds and redemption, offers insight into Berkowitz’s journey and what it teaches us about the power of divine forgiveness.