Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"He had so many bodies, he'd sometimes shove one into the cupboard and forget about it. Then when he opened up the door, the body would spring its way out from being stuffed in sometimes." — Henry Zabrowski
"The plumber, who has been eating out on this story for decades. It's a great plumber story. This is Al Plumber's Hall of Fame story. Yeah, he said he took one look at the blockage with this flashlight and said, 'I haven't been in this job for long, but I know this isn't shit.'" — Ben Kessel
"He said, 'In plastic bags in the other room.' And when cops asked if they were talking about one body or two here, Nelson said, 'Neither it's 16.'" — Ben Kessel
This installment of the podcast continues the exploration of Dennis Nilsen's horrific crimes, moving from his initial murders and dismemberments to more systematic and disturbing methods of disposal. The hosts detail Nilsen's practice of keeping bodies in his flat, the escalating olfactory issues caused by decomposition, and the increasingly desperate measures he took to hide his victims. A significant portion of the episode focuses on his attempts to dispose of bodies through burning and, more graphically, by flushing body parts down the toilet, which ultimately leads to his discovery. The narrative highlights how Nilsen's meticulous, albeit gruesome, routines and the sheer volume of his crimes created overwhelming physical evidence that could no longer be ignored.
The discussion also touches upon the psychological aspects of Nilsen's actions, exploring his apparent detachment from his deeds and his attempts to normalize his monstrous behavior. The podcast touches on the frustration of law enforcement at the time, noting how misinterpretations and a lack of a centralized system for tracking reports may have allowed Nilsen to continue his spree. The episode details specific incidents, such as the clogged drains that ultimately exposed his crimes, and the graphic discoveries made by plumbers and investigators, painting a grim picture of the serial killer's final days at Melrose Avenue and his subsequent move to Cranley Gardens.
Finally, the episode concludes with Nilsen's capture and the subsequent investigation, which revealed the extent of his depravity. The hosts discuss his trial, his conviction, and his eventual death in prison. Throughout the narrative, the hosts maintain a tone that is both informative and cautionary, emphasizing the disturbing reality of such crimes while also acknowledging the investigative processes and the broader societal context in which these events unfolded.