Peter Rogan Surrenders

Peter Rogan's Money

Redevelopment of Edgewater Hospital

Barbara O'Connor Profits Again

Peter Rogan Pleads Guilty

Andrew Boutros

21 Months

Edgewater Hospital's Legacy

Dr. Maynulet Says Goodbye

Peter Rogan abruptly ended his extradition fight and returned to the United States. He faced up to 50 years in prison and a $1 million fine for obstruction and perjury charges. Meanwhile the long-awaited redevelopment of Edgewater Hospital finally commenced and unearthed plenty of surprises.

Learn more about how Peter's sentencing hearing finally made headlines -- for different reasons -- on the episode page of If the Walls Could Talk Podcast website.

Access hours of bonus content, interviews and behind-the-scenes conversations by supporting us on Patreon. Plans start at just $10 / month.

--------------------------------------

This episode was written and produced by Todd Ganz.

 

Peter Rogan abruptly ended his extradition fight and returned to the United States. He faced up to 50 years in prison and a $1 million fine for obstruction and perjury charges. Meanwhile the long-awaited redevelopment of Edgewater Hospital finally commenced and unearthed plenty of surprises.
Learn more about how Peter's sentencing hearing finally made headlines -- for different reasons -- on the episode page of <a href="https://ifthewallscouldtalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-9-parade-of-lies/">If the Walls Could Talk Podcast website</a>.
Access hours of bonus content, interviews and behind-the-scenes conversations by supporting us on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/ifthewallscouldtalkpodcast">Patreon</a>. Plans start at just $10 / month.
--------------------------------------
This episode was written and produced by Todd Ganz.
&nbsp;

A struggling Chicago hospital did just about anything to admit patients. During the '90s and 2000s, Edgewater Hospital performed hundreds of unnecessary heart surgeries on patients just to pad its bottom line. Multiple patients died. Hear what lengths the government went in order to stop the fraud and why many believe the owner got away with it. Former employees, patients, investigators, and urban explorers recount the tangled history of what happened within the walls of Chicago's Edgewater Hospital.

A struggling Chicago hospital did just about anything to admit patients. During the '90s and 2000s, Edgewater Hospital performed hundreds of unnecessary heart surgeries on patients just to pad its bottom line. Multiple patients died. Hear what lengths the government went in order to stop the fraud and why many believe the owner got away with it. Former employees, patients, investigators, and urban explorers recount the tangled history of what happened within the walls of Chicago's Edgewater Hospital.

What happens when a group of bad apples take over a Chicago hospital...

If the Walls Could Talk

A struggling Chicago hospital did just about anything to admit patients. During the '90s and 2000s, Edgewater Hospital performed hundreds of unnecessary heart surgeries on patients just to pad its bottom line. Multiple patients died. Hear what lengths the government went in order to stop the fraud and why many believe the person responsible....got away with it. Former employees, patients, investigators, and urban explorers recount the tangled history of what happened within the walls of Chicago's Edgewater Hospital.

A struggling Chicago hospital did just about anything to admit patients. During the '90s and 2000s, Edgewater Hospital performed hundreds of unnecessary heart surgeries on patients just to pad its bottom line. Multiple patients died. Hear what lengths the government went in order to stop the fraud and why many believe the person responsible....got away with it. Former employees, patients, investigators, and urban explorers recount the tangled history of what happened within the walls of Chicago's Edgewater Hospital.

Ep. 9: Parade of Lies

It's not a coincidence that several celebrities who performed at Edgewater Beach Hotel also stayed at Edgewater Hospital. Todd joined Tommy Henry on the Chicago History Podcast to explain how the hospital had private suites and why they were so popular with Hollywood's elite.

Hear the full episode about Chicago's famed Edgewater Beach Hotel in Episode 503

Additional suggested listens:

Episode 302 of the Chicago History Podcast explores the movie "Backdraft" -- a handful of scenes were filmed at Edgewater Hospital.

Episode 306 of the Chicago History Podcast features Todd Ganz and Stephani Young and the making of If the Walls Could Talk.

Learn more about Chicago History Podcast on their website.

It's not a coincidence that several celebrities who performed at Edgewater Beach Hotel also stayed at Edgewater Hospital. Todd joined Tommy Henry on the <a href="https://www.chicagohistorypod.com">Chicago History Podcast</a> to explain how the hospital had private suites and why they were so popular with Hollywood's elite.
Hear the full episode about <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-503-edgewater-beach-hotel-the/id1510066357?i=1000561267083">Chicago's famed Edgewater Beach Hotel in Episode 503</a>
Additional suggested listens:
<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-302-chicago-history-podcast-at-the-movies/id1510066357?i=1000522729148">Episode 302</a> of the Chicago History Podcast explores the movie "Backdraft" -- a handful of scenes were filmed at Edgewater Hospital.
<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-306-if-the-walls-could-talk-the/id1510066357?i=1000526085675">Episode 306</a> of the Chicago History Podcast features Todd Ganz and Stephani Young and the making of If the Walls Could Talk.
Learn more about <a href="https://www.chicagohistorypod.com">Chicago History Podcast on their website</a>.

BONUS: Chicago History Podcast Talks Edgewater Hospital

Teresita's Door

Were There Any Fingerprints?

How Much Money Did Allan Steal?

Who Were the Other Suspects?

Was Remy a Suspect?

Did Remy and Allan Have an Affair?

Did Remy Know Teresita?

Explain Allan's Nickname

Did Allan Have Any Prior Arrests?

Why Did Det. Stachula Interview Allan Solo?

What Happened to the Chua's?

Did Unsolved Mysteries Cover This?

Did You Know Crime Junkie Also Covered This?

How Long Must A Jury Deliberate?

Why Was Allan's Sentence So Short?

Where Was Teresita Buried?

What Did the Police Believe Happened?

Do You Believe Teresita Returned as a Ghost?

What Became of Allan?

Were There Other Connections to Edgewater?

There were other suspects in the mysterious murder investigation of Edgewater Hospital's Teresita Basa. In this special Q&A, learn about them and whether Reme Chua was considered a person of interest. Hear why one of Allan Showery's lawyers was later disbarred and find out about the odd connection to Edgewater Hospital's Peter Rogan and Roger Ehmen.

If the Walls Could Talk Podcast shares the true crimes that destroyed Chicago's Edgewater Hospital. The complete series is now available.

Additional photos and stories about the Teresita Basa story and Edgewater Hospital are available on our website IftheWallsCouldTalkPodcast.com

Support the podcast on Patreon and unlock dozens of hours of bonus content and behind-the-scenes stories.

There were other suspects in the mysterious murder investigation of Edgewater Hospital's Teresita Basa. In this special Q&amp;A, learn about them and whether Reme Chua was considered a person of interest. Hear why one of Allan Showery's lawyers was later disbarred and find out about the odd connection to Edgewater Hospital's Peter Rogan and Roger Ehmen.
If the Walls Could Talk Podcast shares the true crimes that destroyed Chicago's Edgewater Hospital. The complete series is now available.
Additional photos and stories about the Teresita Basa story and Edgewater Hospital are available on our website <a href="https://ifthewallscouldtalkpodcast.com/episodes/teresita-basa/">IftheWallsCouldTalkPodcast.com</a>
Support the podcast on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/ifthewallscouldtalkpodcast">Patreon</a> and unlock dozens of hours of bonus content and behind-the-scenes stories.

BONUS: Teresita Basa, Part 3 "Q&A"

Allan Showery's Past

The State vs Allan Showery

John Wayne Gacy's Arraignment

Trial Begins

Allan's Testimony

Defense Witnesses

Closing Arguments

Jury Deliberates

Allan Changes His Plea...Again

What Really Happened?

Accused of murdering Teresita Basa, Allan Showery's trial began in 1979. Given the unusual circumstances of the case -- namely that police were tipped off by a ghost -- lawyers on both sides were challenged to convince 12 indecisive jurors. But it's what happened after the trial that still remains a mystery.

See pictures and learn more about the Teresita Basa case on our website: IftheWallsCouldTalkPodcast.com , Instagram and Facebook Group.

Hear bonus content, additional stories, interviews and behind-the-scenes content by supporting us on Patreon.

The complete true crime series about Chicago's Edgewater Hospital begins with Episode 1 of If the Walls Could Talk Podcast.

--------------------------------------

This episode was written and produced by Todd Ganz.

Accused of murdering Teresita Basa, Allan Showery's trial began in 1979. Given the unusual circumstances of the case -- namely that police were tipped off by a ghost -- lawyers on both sides were challenged to convince 12 indecisive jurors. But it's what happened after the trial that still remains a mystery.
See pictures and learn more about the Teresita Basa case on our website: <a href="https://ifthewallscouldtalkpodcast.com/episodes/teresita-basa/">IftheWallsCouldTalkPodcast.com&nbsp;</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ifthewallscouldtalkpodcast/">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/ifthewalls">Facebook Group</a>.
Hear bonus content, additional stories, interviews and behind-the-scenes content by supporting us on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/join/ifthewallscouldtalkpodcast">Patreon</a>.
The complete true crime series about Chicago's Edgewater Hospital begins with Episode 1 of If the Walls Could Talk Podcast.
--------------------------------------
This episode was written and produced by Todd Ganz.

Ep. 9: Parade of Lies

If the Walls Could Talk

In 1 playlist(s)

If the Walls Could Talk

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips