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[Stars Over Whitechapel: An Astrological Investigation into Jack the Ripper]-[Stars over Whitechapel with Special Guest Aliza Kelly]

Morbid · B2 · 2025-11-13

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Stars Over Whitechapel: Re-evaluating the Jack the Ripper Case

In a recent episode of A Very Special Morbid, hosts Elena and Ash welcomed back astrologer Aliza Kelly to conduct a deep-dive investigation into the notorious Jack the Ripper case. Moving beyond traditional forensic science—which Elena dismisses as flawed due to the questionable provenance of the "DNA-linked shawl"—the group utilized astrological charts to explore the "villain origin story" behind the 1888 Whitechapel murders.

Challenging the DNA Narrative

Elena opened the discussion with a passionate rant, reiterating her skepticism regarding the "solved" status of the case. She argued that the shawl, allegedly found at Catherine Eddowes’ crime scene, lacks any historical documentation placing it there. Furthermore, she pointed out that the mitochondrial DNA evidence cited by researchers like Russell Edwards is insufficient for identification, as it can only exclude suspects, not definitively name them. Elena emphasized that this scientific "red flag" has been circulating for years without new, credible evidence.

The Astrological "Perfect Storm"

Aliza Kelly introduced a groundbreaking perspective by analyzing the celestial alignments of 1888, specifically highlighting a rare conjunction between Neptune (illusion, mystery, and the "mist" of Whitechapel) and Pluto (death and the underworld). This alignment, which occurred in Gemini, will not repeat until the 2400s, providing a unique astrological context for the era's pervasive sense of dread and the enduring, almost "paranormal" legacy of the crimes.

Victim Profiles and Mirroring

Kelly analyzed the birth and death charts of the canonical victims, noting eerie correspondences:

  • Polly Nichols: Her murder occurred under the same Sun (Virgo) and Moon (Gemini) signs she was born under, which Kelly identified as a "tank" (there are no coincidences) moment.
  • Annie Chapman: Similar to Nichols, she was killed near her birthday, with the chart reflecting a "Libra Sun/Virgo Moon" mirror effect.
  • Elizabeth Stride: Kelly noted that her chart reflected a "philosophical and unconventional" personality, consistent with her history of registering as a sex worker in Sweden to do so legally.

The "Little Bitch" Theory of the Killer

Throughout the episode, the hosts and Kelly theorized that the killer was driven by intense "mommy issues" and a deep-seated hatred of sex workers. Kelly pointed to the Moon in Capricorn during the final murder (Mary Jane Kelly) as a signature of a "harsh mother" or a critic-led upbringing. The group concluded that the killer was likely a "schlubby little loser" rather than the caped, top-hat-wearing figure of pop culture, driven by a need for power and theatricality—traits amplified by the Saturn in Leo placement common to the murder charts.

A New Suspect: George Chapman

Perhaps the most compelling revelation was the shift in focus toward George Chapman (born Klosowski). Unlike the frail Aaron Kosminski, whom the hosts dismissed as a scapegoat due to his physical inability to perform the brutal mutilations, Chapman fits the profile of a serial killer who escalated his methods.

Kelly noted that Chapman’s chart, with his Sagittarius Sun and Scorpio Moon, aligns perfectly with the "crescendo of energy" observed in the later murders. Furthermore, investigator Frederick Abberlein, whom the hosts identify as a "heroic" figure and an "avenger for women" (owing to his own upbringing by a single mother), specifically identified Chapman as a suspect. The hosts speculated that Chapman’s transition from brutalizing sex workers to poisoning his wives represented a strategic "triage" of victims, suggesting a methodical, clinical mind rather than a purely frenzied one.

Conclusion

By bridging the gap between historical fact and astrological archetypes, the episode posits that the Jack the Ripper case is an enduring "villain origin story" rooted in power dynamics, societal misogyny, and historical clerical errors. While the mystery remains officially unsolved, the hosts concluded that the astrological evidence points strongly toward a killer with the specific psychological profile of George Chapman, rather than the long-suspected Kosminski.

🎯Key Sentences

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It is always a treat when you're here.
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We were just like jaws on the floor the whole time.
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I don't buy that one at all.
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So that gives me pause.
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I just don't see it here.
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📝Key Phrases

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jaws on the floor
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magnum opus
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red flag
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give benefit of the doubt
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put a pin on this
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📖 Transcript

Hey, weirdos.
I'm Elena.
I'm Ash.
I'm Aliza.
And this is A Very Special Morbid.
Heyo.

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