Decoding the Zodiac Killer

In this bonus episode, we focus on the investigation into the prime suspect in the murder of Cheri Jo Bates. Known by the pseudonym "Bob Barnett," this individual was once a student at Riverside College and was initially questioned in the days following Cheri Jo’s death. Despite chilling confessions from his friends and his suspicious behavior, no physical evidence has ever linked Barnett to the crime. Join us as we explore decades of investigative twists, from inconclusive polygraphs to DNA evidence, and the unresolved question—could Bob Barnett really be the killer, or was Cheri Jo's murderer never even on the police’s radar?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Zodiac Killer's Z340 cipher was one of the most infamous unsolved puzzles in true crime history. For over fifty years, it taunted codebreakers, cryptographers, and enthusiasts around the world. In this episode, we explore how, in December 2020, a trio of experts—David Oranchak, Jarl Van Eycke, and Sam Blake—finally cracked the code using modern technology and brilliant teamwork. We delve into the incredible journey of breakthroughs, false starts, and the ultimate discovery of the chilling message behind the cipher. Tune in to uncover how this enduring mystery was finally solved, revealing a rare glimpse into the Zodiac's twisted mind.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the early 1960s, two tragic double murders shocked California—Robert Domingos and Linda Edwards, followed by Johnny and Joyce Swindle. Young couples, vibrant and full of life, were brutally attacked while enjoying serene moments by the water. Both incidents occurred years before anyone had heard of the Zodiac Killer, but the eerie similarities to the Zodiac’s known crimes suggest these could have been his early strikes. In this episode, we explore the horrifying events on Gaviota Beach and Ocean Beach, the cold case investigations, and the emerging evidence that connects these cases to the infamous Zodiac. Could these early unsolved murders reveal a deeper, darker chapter of the Zodiac's history?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we turn our focus to Ross Sullivan—a name that has become a key piece in the Zodiac puzzle for many amateur sleuths and true crime enthusiasts. Working at Riverside City College library when Cheri Jo Bates was murdered, Sullivan’s strange behavior, disturbing writings, and sudden disappearance after her death made him a person of interest. We dive into the connections, coincidences, and circumstantial evidence that led some to believe Ross Sullivan could have been the Zodiac. Was he just a troubled individual, or was there more to his story than anyone suspected?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy