Step into the glamorous yet shadowy world of 1970s Hollywood as we unravel the unsolved murder of Bob Crane, the charismatic star of Hogan's Heroes. Found bludgeoned to death in his Scottsdale, Arizona apartment in 1978, Crane’s murder shocked the entertainment world and left behind a tangled web of suspects and motives. From his double life of scandalous videotapes and troubled relationships to the cloud of suspicion surrounding his close friend John Carpenter, this case has all the elements of a true-crime classic. In this episode, we dive deep into the salacious rumors of Bob Crane's sexual fetishes, the gruesome crime scene, the evidence (or lack thereof), and the investigation that pointed fingers but never delivered justice. Why was Crane targeted? Did his lifestyle lead to his demise, or was it something more sinister? With twists, dead ends, and chilling details, this story will leave you questioning just how well we know the people behind the silver screen.

Don't miss our interview with Bob Crane's Official Biographers Carol Ford and Linda Groundwater to hear 'behind the scenes' of the life and murder of Bob Crane. Episode airs Friday 1/17/2025.

Bob Crane: The Definitive Biography: Click Here

Bob Crane Airchecks and Segments: https://www.youtube.com/@vote4bobcrane/videos

Biographer's website: https://www.carolmford.com/

Official Bob Crane website: https://www.vote4bobcrane.org/home

Bob's Radio Legacy: https://www.vote4bobcrane.org/radio/radio-legacy

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References:

Ford, C. M., Young, D., & Groundwater, L. J. (2015). Bob Crane: The definitive biography. AM Ink Publishing.