Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"The zebra murders are absolutely fascinating. I cannot believe there is. There has been no research done on zero whatsoever." — Marcus Fox
"The burden of proof is on the prosecution, sirs. Yeah, that's very, very true. Can you not prove that we're devils? I don't think I don't know how to do it." — Ben Kissel
"It's time for part two of our coverage of black serial killers. And today we're going to be discussing a huge case. Very underreported the taste place in San Francisco, the zebra murders." — Marcus Fox
This episode of "Last Podcast on the Left" continues its deep dive into the infamous Zebra Murders, a brutal string of racially motivated homicides that terrorized San Francisco in the early to mid-1970s. The hosts meticulously detail the chronology and nature of these crimes, emphasizing the random and terrifying execution of victims, primarily white individuals. They explore the perpetrators' affiliation with the "Death Angels," a black Muslim cult with a radical ideology centered on the concept of the "white devil" and a belief in a divine mandate to eliminate them. The narrative highlights the pervasive fear and paralysis that gripped the city as a result of these killings, detailing specific incidents and the graphic nature of the violence.
The discussion also scrutinizes the societal and racial undertones surrounding the investigation and public perception of the Zebra Murders. The hosts touch upon the perceived lack of comprehensive research and media coverage, contrasting it with the high-profile nature of other serial killer cases. They analyze the challenges faced by the San Francisco Police Department, including the formation of the Zebra Task Force and the controversial "Operation Zebra," which involved extensive profiling and stopping of black men. The episode also delves into the Nation of Islam's doctrine concerning the creation of the white race, as described by Yakub, and its purported influence on the killers' motivations.
Finally, the episode covers the eventual resolution of the case, primarily driven by a snitch who, lured by a reward, provided crucial information leading to the arrest and conviction of four members of the Death Angels. The hosts recount the lengthy trial, the impact of witness testimony, and the ongoing debate about the perpetration of these crimes and the broader implications of racial hatred as a motive. The episode concludes by touching upon related criminal activities and the desire for further exploration of the subject.