True Crime Never Sleeps

In 1969, the Zodiac Killer didn't just commit murder—he turned the media into his mouthpiece. In this episode, we explore how his chilling letters, ciphers, and threats to newspapers like the San Francisco Chronicle sparked a media frenzy and fueled public fear across the Bay Area. Discover how Zodiac weaponized headlines and redefined true crime coverage forever.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tcnsshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleeps/If you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On July 4th, 1969, a young couple was gunned down in Vallejo, California—marking the first public act of the Zodiac killer. In this episode, we unravel the Ferrin–Mageau shooting, the chilling phone call, and the letters that followed. Step into the night that transformed a faceless gunman into a legendary nightmare.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tcnsshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleeps/If you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this haunting episode, we revisit one of New York City’s most infamous and tragic true crime cases: the 1986 murder of 18-year-old Jennifer Levin. What began as a summer romance between Jennifer and the charming, handsome Robert Chambers quickly spiraled into a national media frenzy—one that would expose the dark underbelly of privilege, victim-blaming, and manipulation within the justice system.We explore Jennifer’s promising life, Robert’s troubled past, and the horrific events that unfolded in Central Park. From Robert’s unbelievable “self-defense” claim to the ruthless courtroom strategies that dragged Jennifer's character through the mud, this case gripped the city and the nation.Join us as we break down the investigation, trial, and aftermath of a case that sparked outrage, rewrote tabloid headlines, and left a family shattered—all while a killer walked free far too soon.Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of graphic violence, sexual assault, and victim-blaming that may be disturbing to some listeners.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tcnsshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleeps/If you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the summer of 1969, the Bay Area was rocked by a string of mysterious murders—then came the letters. In this episode, we dive into the moment the Zodiac Killer introduced himself to the world with a 408-symbol cipher and a chilling confession. From newsroom chaos to amateur codebreakers racing to crack the puzzle, we explore how a killer used ink and fear to grip an entire region—and why his words were just as dangerous as his bullets.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tcnsshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleeps/If you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we unravel the heartbreaking and complex case of Bob Idman, a beloved insurance agent from St. Charles, Missouri, whose murder in 2007 shattered the quiet suburban town. What began as a suspected robbery spiraled into a web of secrets, suspicion, and misdirection—including hidden relationships, family tragedies, and a mysterious white Ford Focus. As detectives pursued every lead, from Bob’s private life to his crumbling business, a crucial piece of touch DNA ultimately exposed the truth—and cleared the name of the most obvious suspect: his wife, Diane. This is a story about the secrets we keep, the ones we assume matter most, and how sometimes, justice comes down to a single scrap of fabric.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastIf you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On a foggy December night in 1968, a young couple was gunned down on Lake Herman Road—just seven months later, another couple was ambushed at Blue Rock Springs Park. In this episode, we dive into the Zodiac killer’s first confirmed attacks, exploring the forensic clues, survivor testimony, and the investigative missteps that allowed a deadly pattern to take shape. From small-town panic to the birth of a legend, this is where the Zodiac story truly begins.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastIf you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on True Crime Never Sleeps, we dive into the chilling 2011 case of Rebecca Zahau and the infamous Spreckels Mansion in Coronado, California. What began as a tragic accident involving Jonah Shacknai’s 6-year-old son Max quickly spiraled into a second, far more mysterious death—Rebecca, found naked, bound, gagged, and hanging from a balcony. Was it suicide, as police claimed, or a meticulously staged murder? We explore Rebecca’s background, her relationship with Jonah, the growing tensions with his ex-wife Dina, and the mountain of forensic red flags and unanswered questions that continue to baffle investigators.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tcnsshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleeps/If you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In 2008, a secretive plea deal allowed billionaire predator Jeffrey Epstein to avoid federal charges for sexually abusing dozens of underage girls. He served just 13 months in a county jail—with work-release privileges. What looked like an outrageous failure of justice was, in fact, something far worse: a fully legal arrangement enabled by powerful lawyers, complicit prosecutors, and a justice system all too eager to protect the elite.In this gripping, deeply reported episode, we examine how Epstein gamed the system—and how the system let it happen. From his mysterious rise in the world of high finance to the disturbing details uncovered by Palm Beach investigators, to the now-infamous Non-Prosecution Agreement signed in secret, this episode traces every angle of a deal that didn’t just protect Epstein—it protected his enablers too.You’ll hear how Epstein’s wealth and connections shielded him from serious consequences, how victims were silenced, and how federal prosecutors violated the very laws they were sworn to uphold. We also explore the public reckoning that followed years later, the civil suits that continue to unfold, and the reforms the system still hasn’t made.This is not just the story of Epstein—it’s a story about power, privilege, and the moral failure of a legal system designed to serve the powerful.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastIf you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This is the debut episode of Season 17, a deep dive into the Zodiac Killer. Tonight we return to the San Francisco Bay Area in late 1968—a time when peace, paranoia, and progress collided. Before anyone had heard of the Zodiac, the region was already teetering on the edge. Suburban Vallejo, quaint Benicia, and the pastoral calm of Napa Valley masked deeper fractures: law enforcement was stretched thin, counterculture was fading into disillusionment, and communities were quietly bracing for something they couldn’t yet name.We take you into that moment—examining how environmental isolation, limited forensic tools, outdated police protocols, and fraying community trust created the perfect conditions for a nightmare to emerge. This isn’t just about a killer. It’s about the slow erosion of safety before violence becomes visible.You’ll learn:How 1968’s political unrest and suburban growth patterns influenced crime responseWhy Lake Herman Road and other rural outposts became ideal staging groundsHow the media, technology, and geography allowed early warning signs to go unnoticedWhat daily life looked like just before everything changedThis is the calm before the storm. And by the end, you’ll realize: history didn’t just let the Zodiac in—it practically rolled out the welcome mat.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastIf you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In May 1999, 19-year-old Katie Puyer vanished while working a late shift at a convenience store in Moose Lake, Minnesota. What followed was a harrowing investigation, a family’s unwavering determination for justice, and a landmark case that changed how Minnesota handles sex offenders.In this emotional and deeply researched episode of Murder Monday, we recount the events surrounding Katie’s disappearance, the community-wide search, and the shocking arrest of serial offender Donald Blom. We examine the pivotal forensic evidence, the emotional courtroom moments, and how Katie’s story led to the creation of Katie’s Law, which closed dangerous loopholes in the justice system.This is more than a true crime case. It’s a legacy of resilience, reform, and remembrance.Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following:Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/Skillshare: ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYXNordVPN: ➡️ http://nordvpn.sjv.io/P04X5esDON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS.Follow Us on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimensIG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcastIf you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter:Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcnsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy