Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"He's such a bragging piece of shit. He acts like he's fucking Batman. I hate him so much." — Ben Kissel (on Dennis Rader/BTK)
"The reason why I thought the story was interesting was because first of all, they said it was like, oh yeah, it's because they were beating us. And it's like, no, they were homeschooled. So they were a little strange, but they were fine. They were just, and the parents were super strict. But the secondary reason they kind of floated out is that the two of them said that together they were hoping to murder 50 people. And they really wanted their own Wikipedia page." — Ben Kissel (on the Oklahoma teen murder case)
"Friends don't kill your dog. I'm going to say it right here. I'm going to say it proud. I'm going to say it clear. Friends don't kill other friends dogs." — Ben Kissel (on the pug incident)
The podcast episode begins by discussing recent developments regarding serial killer Dennis Rader, known as BTK. New information has emerged from a previously unreleased confession, detailing his motivations, including a desire for fame and confessions to additional crimes. The hosts express strong disdain for Rader's self-aggrandizing statements and his claims of demonic possession.
The discussion then shifts to a disturbing case in Oklahoma where a young man, Michael Bever, murdered his entire family. The alleged motivations include a desire for a Wikipedia page and a wish to kill a large number of people, echoing themes of seeking notoriety similar to infamous serial killers. The hosts explore the psychological factors at play, including the potential for sibling influence and the juvenile desire for recognition.
Later, the episode covers a tragic incident involving the death of a pug named Frankie in Maine. Two former employees of the dog's owner are accused of kidnapping and killing the animal. The primary theory suggests the motive stemmed from an altercation between the dogs, leading to a violent retribution against the pug. The hosts express outrage at this act of animal cruelty and discuss the importance of empathy and justice for victims, including animals. The episode also briefly touches upon a grim discovery in San Francisco involving a headless body in a fish tank and the suspected involvement of individuals exploiting the victim's identity. Finally, a segment explores the debated circumstances surrounding the death of musician Elliott Smith, touching on his struggles with mental health and the ambiguity of his passing.