Show overview
The Idaho Massacre has been publishing since 2020, and across the 5 years since has built a catalogue of 102 episodes, alongside 4 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 50 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence, with the show now in its 7th season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 28 min and 35 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. The publisher flags most episodes as explicit, so expect adult themes or strong language throughout. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language True Crime show.
There hasn’t been a new episode in the last ninety days; the most recent episode landed 7 months ago. The busiest year was 2023, with 28 episodes published. Published by iHeartPodcasts.
From the publisher
On November 13, 2022, four students from the University of Idaho are brutally stabbed to death in an off-campus house. After a lengthy investigation and cross-country manhunt, a Ph.D. student from a neighboring university is charged with the crimes. As it turns out, the 28-year-old was majoring in criminology, studying the behavior of killers like the ones he would later be accused of becoming. Did he use his skills to become a real-life Dexter? Were the Idaho victims his first, or was a serial killer hiding in the midst? The producers of The Piketon Massacre explore all sides of the shocking crime in pursuit of the truth.
Latest Episodes
View all 102 episodesS7 Ep 12Listener Questions
EThree years. Three Seasons. Countless questions. In this final episode, the Idaho Massacre team reflect on this case of loss and resilience—and the listeners who have followed every development. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 11After the Headlines
EIn the quiet aftermath of an unthinkable tragedy, the town of Moscow, at the center of the nation’s attention, continues to heal. Through the voices of those who led, grieved, and reported from the heart of the story, this episode examines how a close-knit town and the families affected by a devastating tragedy continue to navigate loss and uncertainty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 10The Chronicles of Goncalves
EWhen independent journalist Olivia Vitale — known online as The Chronicles of Olivia — began covering the murders at 1122 King Road, she had no idea how personal the story would become. What began as a reporting trip to Idaho turned into something unexpected: a connection with Kaylee’s brother, Steven. Together, Olivia and Steven share their extraordinary love story — a rare light that emerged from unimaginable darkness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 9Sheath of Evidence
EGroundbreaking DNA technology from forensic lab Othram helped identify Bryan Kohberger in the Idaho murders. Forensic investigative genetic genealogy is now revolutionizing criminal investigations — solving cold cases, catching previously untraceable offenders, and transforming the future of forensic science. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 8Behind the Badge
EIdaho State Police Detective Hugh Powell takes us behind the scenes of one of the most complex investigations in recent memory — the search for answers after the tragedy on King Road. From the earliest hours of the case to the painstaking weeks that followed, Powell recounts the reality of working a true “whodunit,” the emotional toll on investigators, and the breakthrough that finally brought clarity to a community in mourning. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 7The Incel Theory
EExploring the questions and separating fact from speculation around Bryan Kohberger's actions and any potential connection to the incel community. Sociologist Michael Kimmel and other experts examine factors—like isolation, frustration, and online influence—that can shape young men, offering insight into a troubling but important topic. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 6Behind Bars
EBryan Kohberger has begun serving his sentence at the Idaho Maximum Security Institution, a prison known for its unforgiving conditions. Hear an inside look at his daily life at IMSI, the challenges he faces, and what his future behind bars may hold. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 5Strange Behavior
EHundreds of newly released police files reveal chilling details about Bryan Kohberger’s life before the murders — accounts of awkward interactions, unsettling classroom behavior, and strained relationships. Behavioral experts weigh in on the patterns that emerged, what they may reveal about his mindset, and how they connect to the events that followed. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 4The Interview
EWashington State University Police Chief Gary Jenkins recalls his unsettling first encounter with Kohberger during a police internship interview, offering rare insight into his demeanor before the crimes. Newly released documents reveal suspicious injuries, disturbing lies, and Kohberger’s bizarre interactions with investigators following his arrest. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 3The Unsealed Files
ENewly unsealed files from the Idaho student murders reveal chilling details — from the victims’ final moments to shocking witness statements. What do these documents uncover about Bryan Kohberger’s motive, movements that night, and the mistakes that unraveled his “perfect crime”? Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 2Sentencing
EIn July 2025, the families of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin finally faced convicted killer Bryan Kohberger in court. In powerful victim impact statements, they spoke of grief, fury, and resilience—while the world waited to see if Kohberger would break his silence and explain why. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S7 Ep 1The Plea Deal
EAfter nearly three years in silence, Bryan Kohberger shocks the nation—pleading guilty just weeks before his death penalty trial, trading the shadow of execution for a life behind bars. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Idaho Massacre Season 3 Trailer
From the producers of The Piketon Massacre. The Third and Final Season Investigates the Shocking Murders of Four University of Idaho Students and the Criminology Student who Confessed to the CrimeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S6 Ep 12Listener Questions
EWe dive into your most pressing questions, offering insights, and discussions in this special episode dedicated entirely to answering listener questions. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S6 Ep 11Those Left Behind
EIn the wake of tragedy, countless victims are left behind. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S6 Ep 10Boots on the Ground
EEmbedded in Moscow to report on the massacre, a journalist uncovers much more than she anticipated and we explore the controversial Christ Church and its possible effect on the case. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S6 Ep 9Obsession
EWe explore the phenomena of women obsessed with men behind bars and look at how pop culture and horror films shape our society. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S6 Ep 8Change of Venue
EWe unpack the most hotly contested pre-trial hearings to date. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S6 Ep 7Mind of a Murderer
EWe take a deep dive into the many factors believed to shape the mind of a murderer. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S6 Ep 6Pings and DNA Admissibility
EWe discuss the cell phone pings and DNA evidence at the center of this case, from admissibility to potential impact during trial. Check us out online: www.instagram.com/kt_studios www.tiktok.com/@officialktstudios www.kt-studios.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.