In late January of 2014, the Colorado Sheriff's Department investigated a murder scene at a remote ranch with almost a dozen dead bodies. To their shock, they discovered one woman was still alive. Host Tara Bay investigates the mystery of the woman known as Jane Doe - who she was, how she survived, and how justice is not yet served.
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Hi Larkspur Listeners! I know it's been a while. Will there be a season 2? or Season 3?! The answer is yes, but not yet. I've been writing a lot of short stories and novels, and the newest one just came out in November. It's creepy, it's set in one of the wildest places in southern California, and it's called BENEATH THE SALTON SEA. This is a companion piece to the novel. I hope you give it a listen and enjoy it. And if you do, why not pick up a copy of the book wherever books are sold?
Plainview Public Radio presents the complete, unedited interview with Charlene "Dusty" Fowler, which was cut short by a violent incident. The episode aims to provide full context, detailing Dusty's psychological struggles with past trauma and her desire for closure. It ultimately reveals the disturbing extent of the "scientist's" manipulation, culminating in a harrowing event that leaves Tara Bay grappling with profound and lasting psychological scars, questioning her safety and reality.
Tara Bay checks in after a harrowing ordeal that lasted a few weeks. From being taken into police protection to going into full witness protection, Tara tries to keep you in the loop on everything that's happened with some major breaks in the case of The Scientist. [AUDIO DRAMA] Cast: Tara Kramer as Tara Bay Adam Meyer as The Scientist The Newscasters: Gordon Highland, Molly Calhoun, Janden Hale Michael Paul Gonzalez as Michael Madera Music by Gordon Highland
Tara Bay was able to upload some final thoughts prior to entering police custody. We should have a larger update for you next week. [AUDIO DRAMA] Tara Kramer as Tara Bay Music by Gordon Highland
Michael Madera updates us on breaking developments. Tara Bay has been taken into protective custody. [AUDIO DRAMA] Michael Paul Gonzalez as Michael Madera Music by Gordon Highland
Hey listeners. Tara here. I'm updating the feed on my own today due to some... let's say legal logistics with the station. Not sure how long they'll leave this up, so download it quick and tell your friends. There was an incident with Dusty during our phone interview. Our legal team probably won't want this aired, but I think it's important. [AUDIO DRAMA] Cast: Tara Kramer as Tara Bay Rebekah Tripp as Jane Doe/Charlene "Dusty" Fowler Michael Paul Gonzalez as Michael Madera
In this dramatic episode, Tara Bay conducts her first interview with Charlene "Dusty" Fowler, a survivor known as Subject 6, exploring her harrowing journey and adaptation to freedom. The conversation is repeatedly interrupted by unsettling, direct phone calls from the serial killer known as the Scientist, who reveals his twisted philosophy and demands the podcast adhere to his terms. The episode concludes with the radio station's attempt to distance itself from Tara's decision to air the unedited calls, highlighting the escalating tension and the host's resolve to continue.
Plainview Public Radio's Larkspur Underground delves into the final, horrifying chapter of Jane Doe's captivity. Host Tara Bay details the scientist's shift from clinical experimentation to savage rage, forcing Jane to endure unspeakable acts and witness brutal murders. The episode provides disturbing insights into his twisted philosophy, leading to Jane's eventual abandonment and mental unraveling, yet concludes with a surprising hint of future survival for another victim.
There have been some delays in Jane Doe's journey to freedom. Some legal proceedings have been delayed due to winter weather and the holiday season, but we anticipate that Jane Doe should be a free woman sometime in the New Year. Tara Bay gives you a small update on the case. [AUDIO DRAMA] Tara Kramer as Tara Bay Michael Paul Gonzalez as Michael Madera Music by Gordon Highland
Host Tara Bay examines the days following Jane Doe's failed escape attempt from the serial killer known as the Scientist. Jane had resigned herself to die in the facility, and tried to subtly convince the Scientist to end her life. Instead, he took her down an even darker path, until she found the one line he wouldn't forgive her for crossing. Jane discovers a way to break the Scientist's hold on her - but would he end her life, or abandon her to fate? [AUDIO DRAMA] Cast: Tara Kramer as Tara Bay...
Host Tara Bay reveals her first jailhouse interview with Jane Doe from her days starting with the innocence Coalition. Jane discusses her life in captivity. The discussion turns to the night she tried to escape from the serial killer known as the Scientist. Audio from that night is presented alongside Jane's firsthand account as she finally manages to break free, however briefly, from a madman. [AUDIO DRAMA] Cast: Tara Kramer as Tara Bay Rebekah Tripp as Jane Doe Adam Meyer as The Scientist Rebe...
Host Tara Bay details the night that a young man named Frankie Zuniga was dragged into the Scientist's world. Frankie was convinced he was helping Jane Doe get sober. Jane was brainwashed into helping the Scientist kill Frankie. You'll hear excerpts from actual audio journals recorded by the Scientist as well as interviews Jane Doe gave to Colorado state investigators. With Jane Doe getting closer to attaining freedom, we take you back to the day she first sealed her fate. [AUDIO DRAMA] Cast: Ta...
Host Tara Bay explores Jane Doe's abduction and transport from Illinois to Colorado. Piecing together records and journals, you'll hear how the killer known as the Scientist slowly groomed her as they traveled, erasing her personality and breaking her spirit. You'll also hear recordings of her first encounter with Frankie Zuniga, the young man she would eventually help murder. [AUDIO DRAMA] Cast: Tara Kramer as Tara Bay Aleksandra Bienkowska as Jessica Laughton Rebekah Tripp as Jane Doe Austin R...
Host Tara Bay walks you through the night of Jane Doe's abduction before a chance encounter at a college bar brings her into the clutches of a killer. You'll hear from those who last saw her, and hear excerpts from her journals detailing her terrifying first encounter with the serial killer known as The Scientist. [AUDIO DRAMA] Cast: Tara Kramer as Tara Bay Aleksandra Bienkowska as Jessica Laughton Rebekah Tripp as Jane Doe John Goforth as Jim Medford Brent Hand as Curtis Goforth The Newscaster:...
Host Tara Bay introduces you to Jane Doe, the subject of Larkspur Underground. In late January 2014, Jane's body was discovered alone with almost a dozen other murder victims in an underground killing complex outside the tiny town of Larkspur, Colorado. When police started to remove her body from the facility, they were startled to discover she was still alive. She was clinging to life and unable to communicate. Jane was airlifted to Denver for urgent medical care, where she remained in a coma f...
Larkspur Underground investigates the mystery surrounding Jane Doe, the only known survivor of a brutal serial killer. Join host Tara Bay as she examines Jane's life, how she came to be trapped by a madman, and the quest for justice that continues today. [AUDIO DRAMA]
