Deadly Mirage

Dateline’s newest podcast takes Josh Mankiewicz to Silver Lakes, a lush manmade oasis in California’s Mojave Desert, where Rob and Sabrina Limon seem to have the perfect life: two young children, a beautiful home, and a tight-knit group of friends who call themselves the “Wolf Pack.” But when Rob is found murdered, investigators uncover deep secrets about sex, friendship, and religion that shatter carefully crafted illusions. Listen to all episodes of Deadly Mirage now completely free, or subscriber to Dateline Premium to listen ad-free: DatelinePremium.com

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Dateline Presents: Trace of Suspicion

Hey Dateline fans! As a bonus, we’re giving you a special preview clip of our new podcast series, Trace of Suspicion. After seemingly healthy 23-year-old Marine Todd Sommer dies unexpectedly, his widow Cindy’s lavish spending, cosmetic surgery, and wild partying raise investigators’ suspicions. They accuse her of poisoning him with arsenic for his life insurance, setting off a criminal case that takes a stunning turn... Josh Mankiewicz sits down with the woman at the center of it all in Dateline...

Mar 10, 2026•4 min

Introducing: Trace of Suspicion

Hey Dateline fans! As a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for Trace of Suspicion, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline and Josh Mankiewicz. After seemingly healthy 23-year-old Marine Todd Sommer dies unexpectedly, his widow Cindy’s lavish spending, cosmetic surgery, and wild partying raise investigators’ suspicions. They accuse her of poisoning him with arsenic for his life insurance, setting off a criminal case that takes a stunning turn... Josh Mankiewicz sits down with the ...

Mar 03, 2026•3 min

He Said, She Said

A long journey to justice begins, and ex-lovers are reunited in a courtroom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 19, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Busted

Two suspects are arrested. Then one of them turns on the other. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 17, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 5

David and Bathsheba

Investigators listen in as two murder suspects seek solace from each other… and the Bible. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 12, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Tickling the Wire

Secrets about Rob and Sabrina’s lifestyle emerge and police get a warrant for wiretaps. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 10, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The Man on the Motorcycle

Detectives pursue multiple potential suspects, a key witness comes forward, and stunning secrets are revealed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 03, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Death in the High Desert

Rob Limon’s close-knit group of friends is shattered when he is shot to death at work. Did the killing have something to do with his job, or something closer to home? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 03, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Introducing: Deadly Mirage

Dateline’s newest podcast takes Josh Mankiewicz to Silver Lakes, a lush manmade oasis in California’s Mojave Desert, where Rob and Sabrina Limon seem to have the perfect life: two young children, a beautiful home, and a tight-knit group of friends who call themselves the “Wolf Pack.” But when Rob is found murdered, investigators uncover deep secrets about sex, friendship, and religion that shatter carefully crafted illusions. Follow now to get the first two episodes on Tuesday, December 3 comple...

Nov 22, 2024•3 min

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