Truth and Lies: The Boston Strangler

Thirteen victims. An inconclusive investigation. Sixty years later, the story of the Boston Strangler still has a hold on the public imagination. “Truth and Lies: The Boston Strangler” retraces the tragic fate of the victims and explores why a killer’s confession never closed this decades-old case. Last season, “Truth and Lies: The Informant" told the story of an ordinary man who was recruited by the FBI to stop a domestic terror attack. Season 1 covered the rise and fall of the notorious sex offender and financier Jeffrey Epstein and told the stories of women who fought to bring Epstein to justice.

Trailer: 'Radioactive: The Karen Silkwood Mystery' 11/12/2024

Trailer: 'Radioactive: The Karen Silkwood Mystery' Introducing a new investigative true crime series: "Radioactive: The Karen Silkwood Mystery." Karen Silkwood’s death 50 years ago this November continues to haunt Oklahoma and the nation. The 28-year-old plutonium plant worker died in a fatal crash while driving to meet a reporter with The New York Times allegedly to deliver evidence documenting unsafe conditions at the plant. Two reporters who covered the Silkwood story in 1974 have spent years trying to piece together what many in Oklahoma speculate: Karen Silkwood may have died for what she knew. Fifty years later, hear newly-discovered investigative tapes, deathbed conversations and long-awaited interviews reexamining what happened that night. Listen to Ep. 1 on , , , or you get your podcasts. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/33902952

Boston Strangler, E5: A Conversation with Keira Knightley and Carrie Coon 03/29/2023

Boston Strangler, E5: A Conversation with Keira Knightley and Carrie Coon The stars of the new 20th Century Studios' film "Boston Strangler" discuss what drew them to the roles of Loretta McLaughlin and Jean Cole -- the real-life journalists who helped bring the cases to light -- and why the story needed to be retold. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31497972

Boston Strangler, E4: Director Matt Ruskin 03/22/2023

Boston Strangler, E4: Director Matt Ruskin A conversation with the "Boston Strangler" film writer and director Matt Ruskin about why he chose to reexamine the Stranger story through the lens of two crusading women reporters who covered the crimes. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31497977

Boston Strangler, E3: The Confession 03/15/2023

Boston Strangler, E3: The Confession When Albert DeSalvo confesses to the murders, it doesn't end the story of the Boston Strangler. Decades later, nearly all of the cases remain open. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31497982

Boston Strangler, E2: The Search 03/08/2023

Boston Strangler, E2: The Search The Boston Strangler's killing spree brings a torrent of pressure on law enforcement. Police try new techniques to catch the killer, but their methods raise questions among the press. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31497992

Boston Strangler, E1: The Women 03/01/2023

Boston Strangler, E1: The Women In June 1962, a woman opens the door to a stranger. What happens next will shock the country and haunt the streets of Boston for years to come. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498002

Trailer: Introducing "Truth and Lies: The Boston Strangler" 02/21/2023

Trailer: Introducing "Truth and Lies: The Boston Strangler" Sixty years later, the story of the Boston Strangler still has a hold on the public imagination. "Truth and Lies: The Boston Strangler" retraces the tragic fate of the victims and explores why a killer’s confession never closed this decades-old case. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498007

Informant, E5: A Patriot 02/01/2023

Informant, E5: A Patriot The FBI makes the final move to take down the Crusaders, and Dan Day faces the militia members in court. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498012

Informant, E4: 'The Power of The Bromance' 01/25/2023

Informant, E4: 'The Power of The Bromance' The militia members have everything they need to carry out an attack. To slow them down, the FBI brings in an undercover agent who tries to win over the group's leader. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498017

Informant, E3: 'Minuteman' 01/18/2023

Informant, E3: 'Minuteman' The militia members begin setting their plans in motion, making Dan Day's work more crucial than ever. But the job begins to take a toll on him. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498032

Informant, E2: 'Dangerous Dan' 01/11/2023

Informant, E2: 'Dangerous Dan' In Garden City, members of a newly formed militia keep a close eye on the Muslim community. But little do they know, there's someone surveilling them. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498047

Informant, E1: There's No Place Like Home 01/11/2023

Informant, E1: There's No Place Like Home A city in Southwest Kansas becomes an unlikely multicultural mecca. But some people around town aren't comfortable with this kind of change — and they start making it known. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498052

Trailer: Introducing 'Truth & Lies: The Informant' 01/04/2023

Trailer: Introducing 'Truth & Lies: The Informant' From ABC Audio comes "Truth and Lies: The Informant," a remarkable story of an ordinary man who risked his life as an FBI informant and thwarted what would've been one of the worst terrorist attacks in U.S. history. /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498057

Epstein, E10: 'One Step Closer to Justice' 07/10/2020

Epstein, E10: 'One Step Closer to Justice' It’s the biggest development in the saga of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse since his death. Ghislaine Maxwell -- Epstein’s former girlfriend and close associate -- has been arrested by federal authorities and is now facing possibly decades in prison. On this bonus episode of "Truth and Lies: Jeffrey Epstein," host Mark Remillard speaks with ABC News Senior Producer James Hill and ABC News Senior Investigative Reporter Aaron Katersky to break down the charges and what we know about the investigation into /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498062

Epstein, E9: Far from Over 02/27/2020

Epstein, E9: Far from Over In July 2019, Jeffrey Epstein was arrested on charges of sex trafficking of underage girls, handcuffed as he exited his private plane that had arrived from Paris. For a brief moment, the victims exhaled, hopeful that justice would be served at long last. But before facing the charges, Epstein slips from justice again –- this time, for good. In August 2019, Epstein would be found dead in his jail cell after an apparent suicide. But the story is far from over. Still-open civil lawsuits, a fight over Epstein /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498067

Epstein, E8: The Sweetheart Deal 02/20/2020

Epstein, E8: The Sweetheart Deal Back in Palm Beach, local authorities build what they believe is a solid case against Jeffrey Epstein and they turn it over to the FBI, confident the feds will investigate and prosecute Epstein as the local police feel he deserves. Victims ?from Florida, New York and New Mexico are interviewed by the FBI ?over the course of two years -- and ?they are assured that the wheels of justice are turning. But what eventually happens stuns Palm Beach police and the women who, despite fearing for their safety, opened /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498077

Epstein, E7: Little St. Jeff 02/13/2020

Epstein, E7: Little St. Jeff Jeffrey Epstein further expands his real estate empire with arguably his most extravagant purchase, a private island in the U.S. Virgin Islands called Little St. James, that he dubbed "Little St. Jeff." A contractor who did a lot of work on the island says he witnessed things he found terribly unsettling, including young-looking girls sunbathing on the beaches. And it was in this seemingly idyllic paradise where one woman alleges she had a terrifying encounter with Epstein that would forever change her life /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498082

Epstein, E6: Zorro Ranch 02/06/2020

Epstein, E6: Zorro Ranch As Jeffrey Epstein continues to build a financial empire, he ventures West, buying a massive piece of property outside Santa Fe, New Mexico. It's a private cattle ranch -- set in desolate, untouched land -- and rumors would fly among locals as to just what was going on at the compound known as Zorro Ranch. Epstein's wealth may have been growing, but so was the scale of his alleged abuse -- this time, involving a 16-year-old girl who says she was lured to the ranch by Epstein under the guise of a student tri /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498087

Epstein, E5: The Lady of the House 01/30/2020

Epstein, E5: The Lady of the House Who is Ghislaine Maxwell, the Oxford-educated socialite who once jet-setted around the world with Jeffrey Epstein? His girlfriend? His confidant? Or was it something more nefarious? Was this charming, elegant woman an accomplice to crimes he committed against girls and young women? "Truth and Lies: Jeffrey Epstein" is a co-production of the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, makers of "The Dropout," "A Killing On the Cape," "Have You Seen This Man?," the daily ABC News podcast "Start H /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498092

Epstein, E4: Friends in High Places 01/23/2020

Epstein, E4: Friends in High Places The college dropout with little financial pedigree gets close to one of the most successful businessmen in the world, becoming a trusted advisor overseeing his personal fortune. Was this relationship the source of Jeffrey Epstein's mysterious wealth? And did he use this connection to the billionaire's businesses to prey on young women and girls? "Truth and Lies: Jeffrey Epstein" is a co-production of the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, makers of "The Dropout," "A Killing On the Cape /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498102

Epstein, E3: Man of Mystery 01/16/2020

Epstein, E3: Man of Mystery Even after multiple federal law enforcement investigations, Jeffrey Epstein's past remains murky. One thing is certain: His rise to wealth and power seems to defy conventional logic. Editor's Note: An earlier version of this episode attributed interim Dalton headmaster Peter Branch's comments to NPR; in fact, Branch made his comments about Jeffrey Epstein to The New York Times. "Truth and Lies: Jeffrey Epstein" is a co-production of the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, makers of "The /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498107

Epstein, E2: I Tried to Warn You 01/09/2020

Epstein, E2: I Tried to Warn You A woman recalls her allegedly harrowing encounter with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell and wonders how Epstein managed to escape justice after she tried to sound the alarm. "Truth and Lies: Jeffrey Epstein" is a co-production of the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, makers of "The Dropout," "A Killing On the Cape," "Have You Seen This Man?," the daily ABC News podcast "Start Here," and more: http://www.abcaudio.com/podcasts /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498112

Epstein, E1: Palm Beach Predator 01/09/2020

Epstein, E1: Palm Beach Predator It's 2005 and police in Palm Beach, Florida discover a mysterious millionaire is abusing underage girls recruited to visit his mansion for massages. How the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein began. "Truth and Lies: Jeffrey Epstein" is a co-production of the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, makers of "The Dropout," "A Killing On the Cape," "Have You Seen This Man?," the daily ABC News podcast "Start Here," and more: http://www.abcaudio.com/podcasts /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498117

Trailer: Introducing 'Truth & Lies: Jeffrey Epstein' 12/23/2019

Trailer: Introducing 'Truth & Lies: Jeffrey Epstein' "Truth & Lies: Jeffrey Epstein" is a co-production of the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, makers of "The Dropout," "A Killing On the Cape," "Have You Seen This Man?," the daily ABC News podcast "Start Here," and more: http://www.abcaudio.com/podcasts /episode/index/show/d79f7ccf-33ee-4258-8170-6dc23f9741bd/id/31498127

Truth and Lies: The Boston Strangler

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