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ZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - EP. #14 - UNSUB: Part 3 - The SignatureThe Zodiac’s true motives remain unknown, but the study of his crimes reveals his signature. While some murderers may vary their methods of operation, a killer’s choices, actions, and words reflect his needs– even when he attempts to deceive and even when he does not realize that he is doing so. In this sense, the killer’s crimes will reveal his psychological fingerprint.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2022
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Kniight.
This episode includes dramatic readings.
All music licensed and used by...2022-01-0540 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - EP. #13 - UNSUB: Part 2 - The ProfileDecades after he terrified citizens with his shocking crimes and bizarre letters, the Zodiac is known as one of the most enigmatic serial killers in modern history. His motives are unknown, although many people have offered various theories to explain his behavior. Attempts to create a psychological profile often rely on speculation based on our knowledge of other killers, and experts struggle to comprehend the mind of the Zodiac. This episode examines various theories about the killer’s motives and personality.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2021
Voice of "The Zodiac" by...2021-09-0446 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - EP. #12 - UNSUB: Part 1 - The DescriptionThe varying descriptions of the Zodiac have created confusion and fueled debate. Some eyewitnesses described the killer as short as 5'8" tall while others said he was approximately 6' tall. One witness thought the Zodiac weighed approximately 180 lbs. while another said he may have been as heavy as 250 lbs. Some estimates of the killer's age ranged from mid-thirties to late-forties. The now-infamous sketch produced by the San Francisco Police Department remains the only representation of the Zodiac’s face, although some people question the accuracy of that depiction. The issue was further complicated by theorists who claimed that their su...2021-08-0228 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Zodiac Ciphers: Deconstructing SolutionsThe New York Times, The San Francisco Chronicle, and other news outlets ran stories about a French engineer who claims that he has solved the Zodiac’s remaining ciphers, known as the Z13 and the Z32. The newly-proposed solutions point to long-time suspect Larry Kane and indicate a connection to a suspected Zodiac postcard and a possible victim who disappeared in 1970. These claims may seem compelling but the facts reveal many problems with the methods used to produce these solutions. Including audio clips with Harvey Hines, Mike Morford (ZodiacKillerSite.net), and David Oranchak (ZodiacKillerCiphers.com).
Written and pr...2021-07-1433 minZODIAC : A TO ZENCORE BONUS CLIP - The Zodiac/Manson Conspiracy: DebunkedAccording to one persistent theory, authorities discovered evidence proving that Charles Manson and his infamous “family” of killers were responsible for the Zodiac murders but this evidence was withheld and suppressed for various reasons. The facts tell a very different story in this encore presentation of a segment from the previous episode “10 Zodiac Killer Myths: Debunked.” Featuring: Manson prosecutor Vincent Bugliosi.
Read the article: “ConspiraZ Theory” - https://zodiackillerfacts.com/zodiac-theories/zodiac-theories/the-zodiac-cover-ups-conspiracies/conspiraz-theory/
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2021
All music licensed and used by permission. “Creepy Piano Loop” composed...2021-07-1108 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - The Devil Rides Out: Part 2In the syndicated tabloid TV show Now It Can Be Told, Geraldo Rivera and Maury Terry claimed the evidence indicated that Zodiac victim Darlene Ferrin was targeted for death by members of a satanic cult. Terry also claimed that satanists were responsible for the 'Son of Sam' shootings in New York and other crimes across America. This theory of a nationwide network of satanic killers has become a popular myth, but the facts reveal the many problems with the conspiracy theories in both the 'Son of Sam' and Zodiac cases.
Written and produced by MICHAEL BUTTERFIELD for Z...2021-06-281h 06ZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - The Devil Rides Out: Part 1Over the decades, persistent theories claimed that the Zodiac crimes were part of a conspiracy orchestrated by members of a satanic cult. One of the proponents of this theory was Maury Terry, a writer who became famous for his claims that the Son of Sam murders in New York were part of a satanic conspiracy. Now, the new documentary series on Netflix inspired by Terry’s claims titled “Sons of Sam” has renewed interest in satanic conspiracy theories. In the syndicated tabloid TV show Now It Can Be Told, Geraldo Rivera and Maury Terry claimed the evidence indicated that a sata...2021-06-1241 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - ConnectionsThis episode of the ZODIAC: A TO Z podcast examines two questions: Was there any connection between the Zodiac victims? Was the Zodiac a police officer or somehow involved in law enforcement? Some theories may seem like compelling explanations, but the facts tell a very different story.
Written and produced by MICHAEL BUTTERFIELD for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2021
Voice of The Zodiac by John Knight
All music licensed and used by permission. “Run and Hide” and “Frozen Orb” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte. “Ghost” and “Creepy Piano Loop” composed and produced by JM Scherf. “Growing...2021-05-2234 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Puzzling QuestionsThis episode examines puzzling questions, including: Did two or more suspects commit the Zodiac crimes together? Was Arthur Leigh Allen the Zodiac? Why did police interview Allen shortly before the last known Zodiac murder? Will authorities discover “Zodiac DNA” which could finally solve the case? If so, what are some possible endgame scenarios? Was the Zodiac responsible for the murder of Cheri Jo Bates in Riverside and the strange writings associated with that unsolved case? Did the Zodiac keep “trophies” to help him relive the crimes?
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2021
All m...2021-05-0342 minZODIAC : A TO ZBONUS CLIP: "Monster" Live @ The "Death Becomes Us" true crime festival in New York CityOn March 24th, 2019, I joined a discussion panel assembled at the "Death Becomes Us" true crime festival in New York for a live bonus episode of the Monster podcast titled MONSTER: From Atlanta to the Zodiac, with producer/narrator Matt Frederick, producer/host Payne Lindsey, executive producer Donald Albright, and producer Meredith Stedman. The first segment focused on the Zodiac mystery while the second examined the controversial case of the Atlanta child murders. In this bonus audio clip of the Q&A session, I was asked about the issues surrounding the growing interest in true crime stories, including standards a...2021-04-1004 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - More Zodiac Myths: DebunkedThis bonus episode examines other persistent myths about the Zodiac case, including claims about the attack at Lake Berryessa and the shooting at Blue Rock Springs Park, and, Robert Graysmith’s claim that he had discovered a “hidden” road which led from the crime scenes directly to the home of his suspect, Arthur Leigh Allen.
Note: This episode includes dramatic readings. Some audio clips were obtained from older recordings with some audio deficiencies but have been presented here for information purposes.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2021
All music licens...2021-03-2426 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - 10 Zodiac Myths: DebunkedThis episode examines 10 popular myths about the case: The Zodiac was an expert marksman, the Zodiac crime scenes form a giant “radian angle,” the Zodiac crimes were linked to the Manson “family,” the Zodiac crimes were done by copycat killers or were a hoax, The Zodiac killed dozens of victims, The Zodiac took credit for crimes he did not commit, police were about to arrest a major suspect but he died, The Zodiac called a TV show with attorney Melvin Belli, the Zodiac investigators did not cooperate, and The Zodiac knew and stalked his victims. The legend of the Zodiac k...2021-03-2454 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - REVIEW: “The Most Dangerous Animal of All” documentary series w/ Gary StewartIn this “unfiltered” review, Michael Butterfield (ZodiacKillerFacts.com) examines the FX/Hulu documentary series “The Most Dangerous Animal of All,” featuring Gary Stewart’s claims that his father Earl Van Best Jr. was the Zodiac killer. Stewart and his co-author Susan Mustafa claimed that their suspect was implicated by fingerprints and DNA evidence, handwriting analysis, and proposed cipher solutions. As usual, the facts tell a very different story.
Note to the listener: A previous episode stated that a review of the FX/Hulu series would be coming soon. This show was recorded last year but was delayed due to tec...2021-02-0937 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - THE 340 SOLUTION: Questions & ThoughtsListeners sent several messages requesting a new episode addressing various questions and thoughts about the new solution to the Zodiac's 340 cipher, which was recently solved by Jarl Van Eycke, Sam Blake, and David Oranchak (ZodiacKillerCiphers.com). Topics include: What does the new solution indicate about the Zodiac's skills as a code maker? Can the methods used to solve the 340 cipher be applied to the killer's two remaining unsolved ciphers? Did the Zodiac really believe that his victims would serve as his slaves in the afterlife?
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2021
V...2021-01-1719 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - The Zodiac's 340 Cipher: Mystery Solved - the incredible story behind the solution51 years ago, the Zodiac sent his now-infamous "340 Cipher," a clue which became one of the most baffling mysteries in true crime cryptography. Many people claimed they had solved the cipher, but their solutions were not valid. Now, decades after the killer sent this hidden message, the Zodiac's "340 Cipher" has finally been solved by computer programmers Jarl Van Eycke, Sam Blake, and David Oranchak of ZodiacKillerCiphers.com. Listen to the incredible story behind the solution in this special episode of the ZODIAC: A TO Z podcast titled The Zodiac's 340 Cipher: Mystery Solved.
Note to the listener: Actor J...2020-12-1430 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - "Let's Crack Zodiac" with David OranchakDavid Oranchak (ZodiacKillerCiphers.com) joins Michael Butterfield to talk about the new YouTube video series titled “Let’s Crack Zodiac,” an examination of the Zodiac’s ciphers as well as the proposed solutions, various theories, and possible methods to decipher the killer’s mysterious messages. Topics include: the solution to the killer’s 340 symbol cipher created by Robert Graysmith and his claim that his solution was confirmed by the American Cryptogram Association, and the recent FX/Hulu documentary series The Most Dangerous Animal of All.
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2020
All music licensed and...2020-12-0349 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - "Let's Crack Zodiac" with David Oranchak - TRAILERThe next episode of the ZODIAC: A TO Z podcast features an interview with David Oranchak (ZodiacKillerCiphers.com) about his new YouTube series “Let’s Crack Zodiac,” an examination of the Zodiac’s ciphers as well as the proposed solutions, various theories, and possible methods to decipher the killer’s mysterious messages.
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2020
All music licensed and used by permission. “Frozen Orb” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte.
2020-11-2800 min
Prash's Murder Map: True Crime Podcast14 | The Zodiac Killer Part 2Last time, in the first part of this double episode, I told the story of the disguise-wearing, letter-writing serial killer operating in California’s Bay Area in 1968 and 69, who christened himself Zodiac. His choice of victim changed, as did his MO, so how do you catch a killer whose only motive is achieving infamy and mocking the police? Join me for Part 2, where we’ll analyse the killer’s behaviour and review some of the popular suspects and theories, and we’ll hear from Zodiac expert Michael Butterfield. It’s a case that’s now over 50 years old, so will the killer e...2020-07-131h 26ZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Gary Stewart & "The Most Dangerous Animal of All"In his book The Most Dangerous Animal of All, Gary Stewart claims that his father was the Zodiac. Now, Stewart's theory is the subject of a new documentary/reality TV series airing on the FX Network and also available on Hulu. According to Stewart, he discovered his father's name in the Zodiac codes, matched his father's fingerprint to a suspected "Zodiac fingerprint, and matched his father's handwriting to the Zodiac's writing. Stewart also claims that he has presented more evidence than anyone else to prove that he has solved the case, but, as usual, the facts tell a very...2020-03-061h 08ZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #11 - BONUS: "The Zodiac Murder"The strange case of Arthur Covell involving codes, astrology, and murder.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2020
All music licensed and used by permission. “Ghost” composed and produced by JM Scherf.
2020-03-0504 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #11 - Perfect Crime: InspirationsDid the Zodiac imitate other elusive and notorious killers? Was the Zodiac inspired by popular culture, including fiction, film, and television? This episode examines possible inspirations, including the Batman comic books and series, TV shows such as Alfred Hitchcock Presents and Ironside, the films The Most Dangerous Game and Charlie Chan at Treasure Island, the strange case of a cab driver killing and taunting telephone calls to police, the still-unsolved murder of Cheri Jo Bates in Riverside, California, the story of the "3X Killer," and more. (NOTE: This episode contains many spoilers.)
Written and produced by Michael B...2020-03-051h 11
ZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #11 - TRAILER - Perfect Crime: InspirationsNo one knows the motives behind the Zodiac's shocking crimes or what may have inspired him to choose that name and the crossed-circle symbol as his signature. The name and symbol had origins in astrology, and the Zodiac's crimes indicated that he may have been influenced by other killers in history. Was he also inspired by popular culture, including fiction, film, and television? Did the Zodiac imitate the villains and crimes in the Batman comic books and TV series, or in the films The Most Dangerous Game and Charlie Chan at Treasure Island? The new episode of ZODIAC: A...2020-02-1701 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #10 - BONUS: DNA QUESTIONSComments about various topics, including questions about the possibility that DNA evidence could implicate a known suspect such as Arthur Leigh Allen, and, the upcoming television mini-series The Most Dangerous Animal of All, about Gary Stewart's theory that his father was the Zodiac.
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2020
All music licensed and used by permission. “Frozen Orb” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte.
2020-02-1712 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #10 - Melvin & Sam: The Strange Saga of a Zodiac ImpostorOn October 22, 1969, a man who claimed to be the Zodiac called in to a Bay Area TV show and talked with lawyer Melvin Belli by telephone. A surviving victim and two police dispatchers who talked with the real Zodiac all agreed that the caller known as "Sam" was an impostor, but decades of confusion and popular myths in the books written by Robert Graysmith and the film adaptation by director David Fincher left some people convinced that the real Zodiac was responsible for the telephone calls to the TV show as well as later calls to Belli's home. As u...2020-01-2456 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #10 - TRAILER - Melvin & Sam: The Strange Saga of a Zodiac ImpostorOn October 22, 1969, the Oakland police department received a telephone call from a man who claimed to be the Zodiac. He demanded that famed attorney F. Lee Bailey or celebrity lawyer Melvin Belli appear on a Bay Area television talk show. Hours later, Belli and TV host Jim Dunbar spoke by telephone with a man called "Sam" who claimed to be the Zodiac in a televised spectacle. A surviving victim and two police dispatchers who talked with the real Zodiac all agreed that "Sam" was an impostor, but decades of confusion and popular myths left some people convinced that the...2020-01-0401 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #9 - BONUS: Suspicious or StrangeThe Zodiac claimed that he left the scene of his last known murder and encountered two police officers who asked if he had seen anyone acting "suspicious or strange." According to the killer's version of events, he replied that he had seen a man running by waving a gun and then directed the officers in search of the phantom gunman. The Zodiac's story is often repeated as fact, yet this account only raised many more troubling questions which cast serious doubt on the killer's claims. Facts, common sense, and logic demonstrate that the Zodiac's story is, at best, suspicious...2019-12-2624 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #9 - Shadows & Fog: The Zodiac vs. The SFPD - CORRECTED VERSIONOn the night of his last known murder in San Francisco, the Zodiac narrowly escaped when two police officers passed him as he walked away from the crime scene. He mocked police for failing to capture him. Police then called the Zodiac a clumsy criminal, a liar, and a latent homosexual. The killer was clearly angered by these statements and this appears to have sparked the Zodiac’s obvious hatred of the San Francisco police department. He then claimed that he had been stopped by police officers who let him go. This controversial claim fueled decades of debate and con...2019-12-1845 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #9 - Shadows & Fog: The Zodiac vs. The SFPDOn the night of his last known murder in San Francisco, the Zodiac narrowly escaped when two police officers passed him as he walked away from the crime scene. He mocked police for failing to capture him. Police then called the Zodiac a clumsy criminal, a liar, and a latent homosexual. The killer was clearly angered by these statements and this appears to have sparked the Zodiac’s obvious hatred of the San Francisco police department. He then claimed that he had been stopped by police officers who let him go. This controversial claim fueled decades of debate and con...2019-12-1845 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #9 - TRAILER - Shadows & Fog: The Zodiac vs. The SFPDOn the night of his last known murder in San Francisco, the Zodiac narrowly escaped when two police officers passed him as he walked away from the crime scene. He then bragged about the attack in his next letter and mocked police for failing to capture him. Police then called the Zodiac a clumsy criminal, a liar, and a latent homosexual. The killer was clearly angered by these statements and this appears to have sparked the Zodiac’s obvious hatred of the San Francisco police department. He responded with a rambling letter in which he claimed that police officers had...2019-12-0901 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #8 - BONUS: 340 - 50th Anniversary w/ Mike Morford & David OranchakMike Morford (ZodiacKillerSite.com) and David Oranchak (ZodiacKillerCiphers.com) join Michael Butterfield (ZodiacKillerFacts.com) to talk about the 50th anniversary of the Zodiac's still-unsolved "340 Cipher."
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
All music licensed and used by permission. “Run and Hide” and “Frozen Orb” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte.
2019-11-2712 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #8 - BONUS: 340 Solutions w/ David OranchakDavid Oranchak talks about proposed solutions to the Zodiac's still-unsolved 340 symbol cipher, known as "the Z340," including solutions created by Zodiac author Robert Graysmith, Corey Starliper, and Gary Stewart (The Most Dangerous Animal of All).
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
All music licensed and used by permission. “Frozen Orb” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte. “Ghost” composed and produced by JM Scherf.
Read the ZodiacKillerFacts article about "The Starliper Solution" and David Oranchak's analysis in the article "Corey Starliper's Zodiac Hoax." [Links: https://zodiackillerfacts.com/main/the-starliper-solution/ - and - http://ww...2019-11-2615 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #8 - 340: The Mystery - w/ David Oranchak50 years ago, the Zodiac sent a greeting card with a cipher consisting of 340 symbols. Today, the cipher remains one of the most baffling clues in true crime history. Computer programmer and Zodiac cipher expert David Oranchak (ZodiacKillerCiphers.com) talks about the enduring mystery of the "Z340."
Click here to view the Zodiac's 340 cipher, the original envelope, and the "dripping pen" greeting card with the Zodiac's message inside at the ZodiacKillerFACTS Document Gallery.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Knight
All music li...2019-11-2335 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #8 - TRAILER - 340: The Mystery50 years ago, the Zodiac sent a greeting card with a cipher consisting of 340 symbols. Today, the cipher remains one of the most baffling clues in true crime history. In the next episode of the ZODIAC: A TO Z podcast, computer programmer and Zodiac cipher expert David Oranchak (ZodiacKillerCiphers.com) talks about the enduring mystery of the "Z340."
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Knight
All music licensed and used by permission. “Run and Hide” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte. “Ghost” composed and produced b...2019-11-2201 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #7 - BONUS: Riverside - Identity CrisisIn November 1967, the Riverside Press-Enterprise newspaper received a letter in response to a story about the murder of Cheri Jo Bates. Sent by the name "Patricia Hautz," the letter became the subject of speculation and debate about its possible connection to other writings associated with the Bates case which were attributed to the Zodiac killer.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Knight / This program includes reenactments and dramatized readings by actors.
All music licensed and used by permission. “Frozen Orb” composed and produced by Jen...2019-11-1807 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #7 - Riverside: A WarningCheri Jo Bates was murdered 53 years ago in Riverside, California, and the strange writings in the case have been linked to the Zodiac. The unsolved mystery remains a controversial chapter in the Zodiac story, and this episode includes an expanded look at the Bates murder and the so-called "Riverside connection" to the Zodiac killer.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Knight
All music licensed and used by permission. “Run and Hide” and “Frozen Orb” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte. “Ghost” and “Creepy Piano Loop” co...2019-11-1540 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #7 - TRAILER - Riverside: A WarningThe next episode of the ZODIAC: A TO Z podcast features an expanded look at the still-unsolved murder of Cheri Jo Bates and the origins of the so-called "Riverside connection" to the Zodiac. A handwriting expert concluded that writings in the Riverside case, including letters and a poem written on a desk, were the work of the Zodiac. Other experts questioned that conclusion, and the Bates case remains a controversial chapter in the Zodiac story.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Knight
All mu...2019-11-0801 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #6 - BONUS: Mike Morford talks about his suspectMike Morford (ZodiacKillerSite.com) talks about Ross Sullivan, the man he believes was responsible for the murder of Cheri Jo Bates and the Zodiac crimes.
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
2019-11-0709 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #6 - Riverside: There Will Be More53 years ago, Cheri Jo Bates was murdered on a college campus in Riverside, California, on October 30, 1966. After the crime, someone sent a typed "Confession" letter and other strange writings were also linked to the case, including a note that read, "Bates had to die. There will be more." Some investigators, researchers, and amateur sleuths believe that Cheri Jo Bates may have been killed by the Zodiac, who later appeared to take credit for the murder in a letter sent to The Los Angeles Times in March 1971. Mike Morford, co-host of the Criminology podcast and owner of ZodiacKillerSite.com, talks a...2019-11-0552 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #6 - TRAILER - Riverside: There Will Be More53 years ago, Cheri Jo Bates was murdered on a college campus in Riverside, California, on October 30, 1966. After the crime, someone sent a typed "Confession" letter and other strange writings were also linked to the case, including a note that read, "Bates had to die. There will be more." Some investigators, researchers, and amateur sleuths believe that Cheri Jo Bates may have been killed by the Zodiac, who later appeared to take credit for the murder in a letter sent to The Los Angeles Times in March 1971. Mike Morford, co-host of the Criminology podcast and owner of ZodiacKillerSite.com, talks a...2019-11-0101 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #5 - BONUS: David Eick on serial killersWriter/producer DAVID EICK talks about serial killers and theories about their motivations and compulsions.
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
2019-10-3009 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #5 - Hollywood Horror w/ David Eick - Pt. 2Writer and producer David Eick (Battlestar Galactica, Steven Spielberg's Falling Skies) and Michael Butterfield talk about the Zodiac's last known murder in San Francisco and the killer's influence on pop culture, including the classic crime movie Dirty Harry and the horror film The Exorcist III. Topics include: the Zodiac's possible escape route, the origins of and inspirations for the film Dirty Harry, the creation of the novel and film The Exorcist, the Zodiac's commentary on The Exorcist and influence on the sequel, the real-life killer who appeared in The Exorcist, actor Andy Robinson's thoughts on how his portrayal of th...2019-10-281h 30ZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #5 - TRAILER - Hollywood Horror w/ David Eick - Pt. 2Writer and producer David Eick (Battlestar Galactica, Steven Spielberg's Falling Skies) and Michael Butterfield talk about the Zodiac's last known murder in San Francisco and the killer's influence on pop culture, including the classic crime movie Dirty Harry and the legendary horror film The Exorcist.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Knight
All music licensed and used by permission. “Run and Hide” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte.
2019-10-2200 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #4 - BONUS: David Eick on Manson, Altamont, and the End of the 1960sThis bonus clip includes deleted material: Writer and producer David Eick talks about how the Manson murders and the killing during the Rolling Stones concert at the Altamont Speedway marked the violent end of the 1960s.
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
2019-10-2215 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #4 - Hollywood Horror w/ David Eick - Pt. 1Writer and producer David Eick (Battlestar Galactica, Steven Spielberg's Falling Skies) talks about his early inspirations, his career in the sci-fi and horror genres, his interest in true crime, the Zodiac mystery, the Manson murders, and the impact of true crime stories on pop culture.
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Knight
All music licensed and used by permission. “Run and Hide” and “Frozen Orb” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte. “Ghost” and “Creepy Piano Loop” composed and produced by JM Scherf. “Growing Shadows” created by Myuu. Provided by Med...2019-10-211h 39ZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #4 - TRAILER - Hollywood Horror w/ David Eick - Pt. 1In the next episode, Hollywood Horror, writer and producer David Eick (Battlestar Galactica, Steven Spielberg's Falling Skies) joins Michael Butterfield (ZodiacKillerFacts.com) for an extended conversation about his early inspirations, his career in the sci-fi and horror genres, his interest in true crime, the Zodiac mystery, the Manson murders, and the impact of true crime stories on pop culture.
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Knight
All music licensed and used by permission. “Run and Hide” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte.
2019-10-1801 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #3 - BONUS: Conversation w/ Mike MorfordIn this bonus clip, Mike Morford (owner of ZodiacKillerSite.com and co-host of the podcasts The Murder in My Family and Criminology) talks about the murder of the Zodiac's last known victim and the 50th anniversary of the still-unsolved case.
Produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
2019-10-1809 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #3 - San Francisco: Nice Targets50 years ago, the Zodiac murdered cab driver Paul Stine in the wealthy San Francisco neighborhood of Presidio Heights in a drastic departure from his previous pattern of attacking couples. This crime was followed by another taunting letter and threats to attack a school bus full of children. The unprecedented threat caused widespread fear and cemented the Zodiac's legacy as one of the most terrifying serial killers in history. The episode "San Francisco: Nice Targets" examines the Zodiac's last known murder and the chaos he created.
Written and produced by MICHAEL BUTTERFIELD for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
V...2019-10-1648 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #3 - TRAILER - San Francisco: Nice Targets50 years ago, the Zodiac murdered cab driver Paul Stine in the wealthy San Francisco neighborhood of Presidio Heights in a drastic departure from his previous pattern of attacking couples. This crime was followed by another taunting letter and threats to attack a school bus full of children. The unprecedented threat caused widespread fear and cemented the Zodiac's legacy as one of the most terrifying serial killers in history. The episode "San Francisco: Nice Targets" examines the Zodiac's last known murder and the chaos he created.
Written and produced by MICHAEL BUTTERFIELD for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
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ZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #2 - Lake Berryessa: By Knife50 years ago, on September 27th, 1969, the Zodiac attacked a young couple at Lake Berryessa. Bryan Hartnell was stabbed several times yet survived, but his companion, Cecelia Shepard, died days later. The episode "Lake Berryessa: By Knife" examines one of the most bizarre and terrifying crimes in history.
Written and produced by MICHAEL BUTTERFIELD for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
Voice of "The Zodiac" by John Knight / This program includes reenactments and dramatized readings by actors.
All music licensed and used by permission. “Run and Hide” and “Frozen Orb” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte. “Ghost” and “Creepy Pia...2019-09-2853 min
ZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep. #2 - TRAILER - Lake Berryessa: By KnifeThe trailer for Episode #2 of the new podcast ZODIAC: A TO Z titled "Lake Berryessa: By Knife." This episode examines the Zodiac's third attack on a young couple at Lake Berryessa on September 27th, 1969.
Written and produced by Michael Butterfield for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
All music licensed and used by permission. “Run and Hide” composed and produced by Jens Kiilstofte.
2019-09-2501 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep #1 - TRAILER - 408: The BeginningTrailer for the first episode of the new podcast ZODIAC: A TO Z. Episode #1 examines the beginning of the Zodiac story and includes an extended interview with David Oranchak of ZodiacKillerCiphers.com.
2019-09-2501 minZODIAC : A TO ZZODIAC: A TO Z - Ep #1 - 408: The Beginning50 years ago, the Zodiac killer threatened to kill a dozen people if Bay Area newspapers refused to publish his coded message on August 1st, 1969. 50 years later, the cipher known as the “Z408” remains one of the greatest true crime puzzles in American history. A new podcast looks at the beginning of the Zodiac story and the killer’s first cipher, including an extended interview with DAVID ORANCHAK, ZodiacKillerCiphers.com. (View the Zodiac letters and ciphers at ZodiacKillerFacts.com - http://zodiackillerfacts.com/zodiac-l...)
Written and produced by MICHAEL BUTTERFIELD for ZodiacKillerFacts.com / Copyright 2019
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