New series premiering on October 30. In June 1991, 11-year-old Jaycee Dugard was kidnapped in broad daylight, right in front of her stepfather. Then, she and her abductor vanished without a trace. Where did she go? As the years went by, even Jaycee's parents lost hope of ever finding her alive. But 18 years later, a mysterious man appears at Berkeley University, and two female police officers start to get suspicious.

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Bryan Kohberger, a 28-year-old criminology student, is the prime suspect in the murders of Maddie, Kaylee, Xana, and Ethan. But who is he, really? Clues found online reveal someone who has long struggled with mental health issues and social difficulties. What was he doing before the crimes, and how did those around him perceive him? How is he linked to the brutal murders—and could he face the death penalty?

This documentary series features author J. Reuben Appelman, who wrote When Idaho Slept: The Hunt for Answers in the Murders of Four College Students. Follow “Crime by PodLit” to get notified when new episodes drop.

Featuring:

J. Reuben Appelman - Author

Executive Producer: Tove Friman Leffler, PodLit

Producer & Writer: Gabriella Lahti

Sound Design & Engineering: Jens Nielsen, Tomas Rajnai

Narrator: Jonathan Rollins

This is the fourth and final episode in the four-part series The Idaho Student Murders, released by us at "Crime by PodLit." We bring you gripping documentary series in collaboration with some of the world’s top true crime authors and journalists. Like what you hear? Follow, share, and spread the word!

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On November 13, 2022, the residents of Moscow woke up to a nightmare. Maddie, Kaylee, Xana, and Ethan had been brutally stabbed to death, and no one knew why or by whom. As fear spread, the media flooded into the town, and online amateur detectives began to speculate. Meanwhile, the police already had someone in their sights—someone connected to the night of the murders at 1122 King Road.

This documentary series features author J. Reuben Appelman, who wrote When Idaho Slept: The Hunt for Answers in the Murders of Four College Students. Follow “Crime by PodLit” to get notified when new episodes drop.

Featuring:

J. Reuben Appelman - Author

Executive Producer: Tove Friman Leffler, PodLit

Producer & Writer: Gabriella Lahti

Sound Design & Engineering: Jens Nielsen, Tomas Rajnai

Narrator: Jonathan Rollins

This is the third episode in the four-part series The Idaho Student Murders, released by us at "Crime by PodLit." We bring you captivating documentary series in collaboration with some of the world’s best true crime authors and journalists. Like what you hear? Follow, share, and spread the word!

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Saturday, November 12, 2022, starts like any other day for Maddie, Kaylee, Xana, and Ethan. They party and head home to 1122 King Road, unaware that their lives will soon be brutally cut short. What happened in their final hours? And what was the killer doing? Using surveillance footage, social media, and witness accounts, we piece together the events of that horrific night.

This documentary series features author J. Reuben Appelman, who wrote When Idaho Slept: The Hunt for Answers in the Murders of Four College Students. Follow “Crime by PodLit” to get notified when new episodes drop.

Executive Producer: Tove Friman Leffler, PodLit

Producer & Writer: Gabriella Lahti

Sound Design & Engineering: Jens Nielsen, Tomas Rajnai

Narrator: Jonathan Rollins

This is the second episode in the four-part series The Idaho Student Murders, released by us at "Crime by PodLit." We bring you gripping documentary series in collaboration with some of the world’s best true crime authors and journalists. Like what you hear? Follow, share, and spread the word!

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On November 13, 2022, four University of Idaho students were found brutally murdered in their dorm rooms in Moscow, Idaho. The town was left in shock as police launched a manhunt for the killer. With no leads, TikTok sleuths quickly took matters into their own hands. But soon, police discovered a crucial piece of evidence left at the crime scene — something that would lead to the arrest of a 28-year-old criminology student.

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The University of Idaho is the heart of the small town of Moscow, not just a place for education but also a hub for community and connection. Maddie, Kaylee, Xana, and Ethan fit right in—social, popular, and well-liked. Their parties at 1122 King Road were well-known, even to the local police. In this episode, we get a closer look at their student lives and friendships.

This documentary series features author J. Reuben Appelman, who wrote When Idaho Slept: The Hunt for Answers in the Murders of Four College Students. Follow “Crime by PodLit” to get notified when new episodes drop.

Featuring:

J. Reuben Appelman - Author

Executive Producer: Tove Friman Leffler, PodLit

Producer & Writer: Gabriella Lahti

Sound Design & Engineering: Jens Nielsen, Tomas Rajnai

Narrator: Jonathan Rollins

This is the first episode in the four-part series, The Idaho Student Murders, released by us at "Crime by PodLit." We bring you gripping documentary series in collaboration with some of the world’s top true crime authors and journalists. Like what you hear? Follow, share, and spread the word!

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It's May 23, 2014, in Isla Vista. After months of meticulous planning, Elliot Rodger is set to carry out his horrifying plan. He embarks on a violent and deadly rampage, driven by hatred and despair. It’s a day of darkness and chaos, from the first shots to the tragic end. What unfolded during those critical hours, and how did one man unleash so much death and destruction?

This episode features insights from Brian Whitney, author of The 'Supreme Gentleman' Killer: The True Story of an Incel Mass Murderer, exploring Elliot Rodger and the 2014 Isla Vista tragedy. Follow Crime by PodLit to stay updated on new episode releases.

Executive Producer: Tove Friman Leffler, PodLit

Producers: Jens Nielsen, Tomas Rajnai

Sound Engineer: Jens Nielsen

This is the fifth and final episode in The Incel Killer series, part of the Crime by PodLit podcast. If you’ve been captivated by this series, be sure to follow, share, and spread the word. Got a case you’d like us to cover? Reach out at [email protected] or visit podlit.com.

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Elliot’s thoughts turn even darker as his frustration reaches a breaking point. He begins meticulously planning what he sees as his ultimate act of revenge—a detailed strategy to punish a world he feels has betrayed him. How did this young man transform into a cold-blooded killer, and what fueled his twisted sense of justice?

This episode features insights from Brian Whitney, author of The 'Supreme Gentleman' Killer: The True Story of an Incel Mass Murderer, exploring Elliot Rodger and the 2014 Isla Vista tragedy. Follow Crime by PodLit to stay updated on new episodes.

Executive Producer: Tove Friman Leffler, PodLit

Producers: Jens Nielsen, Tomas Rajnai

Sound Engineer: Jens Nielsen

This is the fourth of five episodes in The Incel Killer series, part of the Crime by PodLit podcast. If you’re enjoying the series, don’t forget to follow, share, and spread the word. Got a case suggestion? Reach out at [email protected] or visit podlit.com.

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Elliot starts college hoping to finally find his place, but instead, his sense of being unwanted and invisible only grows. Obsessed with ideas of masculinity and status, he begins to despise those living the life he believes should be his. During these years, his thoughts turn increasingly dark, his self-image distorts, and he starts seeing himself as a reluctant outsider in a world he can no longer stand.

This episode features insights from Brian Whitney, author of The 'Supreme Gentleman' Killer: The True Story of an Incel Mass Murderer, delving into Elliot Rodger and the 2014 Isla Vista tragedy. Follow Crime by PodLit to stay updated when new episodes drop.

Executive Producer: Tove Friman Leffler, PodLit

Producers: Jens Nielsen, Tomas Rajnai

Sound Engineer: Jens Nielsen

This is the third of five episodes in The Incel Killer series, part of the Crime by PodLit podcast. Enjoying the series? Make sure to follow, share, and spread the word. Have a case you want us to cover? Reach out at [email protected] or visit podlit.com.

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As Elliot enters his teenage years, feelings of alienation and emptiness begin to consume him. He feels invisible, struggling to fit in or form connections. This isolation fuels a growing hatred—towards himself and the world around him. During this time, his frustration and bitterness deepen, setting the stage for dangerous thoughts.

This episode features insights from Brian Whitney, author of The 'Supreme Gentleman' Killer: The True Story of an Incel Mass Murderer, exploring Elliot Rodger and the 2014 Isla Vista massacre. Follow Crime by PodLit to stay updated when new episodes drop.

Executive Producer: Tove Friman Leffler, PodLit

Producers: Jens Nielsen, Tomas Rajnai

Sound Engineer: Jens Nielsen

This is the second of five episodes in The Incel Killer series, part of the Crime by PodLit podcast. If you’re enjoying the series, please follow, share, and spread the word. Got a case you’d like us to cover? Reach out at [email protected] or visit podlit.com.

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