Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"I am impressed by the amount of work that went into this. But I was hoping that we'd learn a little bit more of what are we going to do. This is the Zodiac Cypher, it has been cracked." — Ben Kessel
"The FBI was by private citizens. She goes on to say the Zodiac Killer case remains an ongoing investigation for the FBI San Francisco Division and our local law enforcement partners. Well, you know what? You failed. Because it took us." — Ben Kessel
"The FBI is aware that the site for attributed to the Zodiac Killer was recently solved by private citizens." — Spokeswoman Cameron Rogers Poland (as read by Henry Zabrowski)
The episode begins with hosts Ben Kessel and Henry Zabrowski discussing their personal experiences, including minor domestic accidents and reflections on hygiene. This segues into a significant portion of the episode dedicated to the recent cracking of the Zodiac killer's cipher. The hosts express admiration for the individuals who solved it, noting the international collaboration involved and the complexity of the cipher itself. They contrast this achievement with the ongoing efforts of law enforcement, humorously noting the FBI's situation of being "scooped" by civilian efforts.
Following the discussion on the Zodiac killer, the podcast transitions into a series of varied news segments. These include a segment on a purported Chupacabra sighting in Russia, the concerning case of a father accused of decapitating his children, and an anecdote about a historical incident involving human waste floating in a spacecraft. The hosts also touch upon various societal observations, including the difficulties of budgeting, the prevalence of conspiracy theories, and a humorous exchange about the logistics of space toilets. The episode concludes with a discussion about a cryptocurrency project called "Godcoin" and a segment highlighting a philanthropist who paid off utility bills for numerous families.
Throughout the episode, the hosts maintain a conversational and often darkly humorous tone, interspersing factual reporting with personal commentary and speculative observations. They engage with listener feedback, discuss pop culture references, and offer their unique perspectives on a wide range of topics, from historical mysteries to contemporary social issues.