The Last Known

The Last Known Podcast
  • 5.0 (4)
  • True Crime
  • Updated Weekly

The Last Known is a narrative true-crime podcast that examines real cases through verified records, official reports, and trusted journalism. Each episode follows the documented timeline of a disappearance or unresolved crime—focusing on the last moment someone was known to be there, and what happened after they vanished. No speculation. No dramatization. Only the facts, the record, and the questions that remain.

  1. The Green River Killer Investigation

    1d ago

    The Green River Killer Investigation

    Explore how Gary Ridgway evaded capture for years as investigators tried to connect dozens of murders in one of the largest serial killer cases in U.S. history. The case leaves lingering questions about motive, timing, and whether key evidence was missed. The case leaves lingering questions about... This episode includes AI-generated content.

    28 min
  2. BTK: Dennis Rader's Long Silence

    3d ago

    BTK: Dennis Rader's Long Silence

    Cover the murders committed by Dennis Rader between 1974 and 1991 and the mistakes that ended his decades-long run after he resumed taunting police. The case leaves lingering questions about motive, timing, and whether key evidence was missed.

    43 min
  3. Clara Harris and the Murder in the Parking Lot

    Jun 21

    Clara Harris and the Murder in the Parking Lot

    Follow the 2002 Houston case in which dentist Clara Harris killed her husband after discovering his affair, leading to a nationally watched trial. The case leaves lingering questions about motive, timing, and whether key evidence was missed. The case leaves lingering questions about motive, timing,

    37 min
  4. Betty Broderick and the Double Homicide in La Jolla

    Jun 21

    Betty Broderick and the Double Homicide in La Jolla

    Trace the collapse of the Broderick marriage and the 1989 shootings of Dan and Linda Broderick, a case that fueled decades of debate over motive and abuse. The case leaves lingering questions about motive, timing, and whether key evidence was missed. The case leaves lingering questions about motive,

    32 min
  5. The Tylenol Murders

    Jun 15

    The Tylenol Murders

    The Tylenol Murders In the fall of 1982, a series of sudden and unexplained deaths sent shockwaves across the United States. Healthy people in the Chicago area began collapsing without warning. The common link was something found in millions of American homes: Extra-Strength Tylenol. Within days, investigators discovered that several bottles of the popular pain reliever had been laced with deadly cyanide. Seven innocent people lost their lives, sparking nationwide panic and one of the largest criminal investigations in American history. Store shelves were cleared, consumers feared everyday products, and authorities raced to find a killer who seemed capable of striking at random. Despite decades of investigation, countless leads, and multiple suspects, the person responsible has never been charged. The case transformed product safety laws, changed the way consumer goods are packaged, and remains one of the most infamous unsolved crimes in American history. In this episode of The Last Known Podcast, we reconstruct the timeline of the 1982 Tylenol Murders, examine the victims, explore the investigation, analyze the leading suspects, and uncover how a series of poisoned capsules forever changed the relationship between consumers and the products they trust. Sources include FBI records, contemporary news coverage, court documents, investigative reports, and historical research into the case. #TrueCrime #TylenolMurders #Chicago #ColdCase #UnsolvedMystery #TheLastKnownPodcast #TrueCrimePodcast #FBI #CrimeHistory #1982TylenolMurders

    1h 2m
  6. The 1912 Villisca Axe Murders

    Jun 15

    The 1912 Villisca Axe Murders

    The 1912 Villisca Axe Murders On a quiet summer night in the small town of Villisca, Iowa, eight people went to sleep and never woke up. In the early hours of June 10, 1912, the Moore family and two young house guests were brutally murdered inside their home with an axe. The crime scene shocked investigators, baffled the public, and sparked one of the most infamous murder mysteries in American history. Despite multiple suspects, conflicting confessions, sensational accusations, and years of investigation, no one was ever convicted. More than a century later, questions still surround what happened inside the Moore house that night. Was the killer a drifter, a local businessman, a serial murderer, or someone hiding in plain sight? Why were the victims targeted? And how did a crime of this magnitude remain unsolved? In this episode of The Last Known Podcast, we reconstruct the timeline of the Villisca Axe Murders, examine the evidence, explore the leading suspects, and investigate the unanswered questions that continue to haunt one of America’s most chilling cold cases. Sources include historical newspaper accounts, court records, investigative reports, and modern research into the case. #TrueCrime #ColdCase #VilliscaAxeMurders #UnsolvedMysteries #TheLastKnownPodcast #IowaHistory #HistoricalCrime #MurderMystery #TrueCrimePodcast #ColdCases

    52 min
  7. The Black Dahlia: Elizabeth Short’s Final Days

    Mar 25

    The Black Dahlia: Elizabeth Short’s Final Days

    The Ghost of the City of Angels: Deconstructing the Black DahliaThe Case of Elizabeth Short isn't just a cold case; it’s a dark permanent stain on the fabric of Hollywood lore. In this episode, we peel back the layers of sensationalism to find the woman beneath the headlines.The Last Trail of Elizabeth ShortTo understand the tragedy, we have to follow the footsteps. We meticulously reconstruct the final, flickering moments of a life in transit:The Biltmore Departure: It’s January 9, 1947. Elizabeth is last seen exiting the Biltmore Hotel, disappearing into the neon-soaked haze of downtown Los Angeles.The Missing Week: Between that final sighting and the discovery of her body on January 15, there is a haunting six-day void. Where was she? Who was she with?The Norton Avenue Discovery: We revisit the chilling morning a mother on a walk discovered what she thought was a discarded mannequin in a vacant lot—only to realize she was looking at the most brutal crime scene in American history.The Maze of Dead-EndsThe investigation was a masterclass in chaos. We dive into why the LAPD, despite one of the largest manhunts in history, hit a brick wall at every turn:The "Black Dahlia Avenger" Letters: The killer didn't just hide; they taunted. We examine the eerie correspondence sent to the press, filled with Elizabeth's personal belongings.A City of Suspects: From prominent doctors with surgical precision to drifting veterans and jealous boyfriends, the list of "The One" grew to over 150 names, each lead more tangled than the last.The Media Circus: How the ruthless competition between the Examiner and the Times may have permanently contaminated the evidence and the public's perception of the victim. This episode includes AI-generated content.

    34 min
  8. The “Boy in the Box”: America’s Unknown Child

    Mar 16

    The “Boy in the Box”: America’s Unknown Child

    An unidentified child found in Philadelphia sparked decades of investigation. We cover what was known at the time, what was missed, and how the case evolved.

    34 min
See All (18)

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

The Last Known is a narrative true-crime podcast that examines real cases through verified records, official reports, and trusted journalism. Each episode follows the documented timeline of a disappearance or unresolved crime—focusing on the last moment someone was known to be there, and what happened after they vanished. No speculation. No dramatization. Only the facts, the record, and the questions that remain.

Information

  • Creator
    The Last Known Podcast
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © GulfStream Software Consulting
  • Show Website
    The Last Known

You Might Also Like