Episode 224 - Do We Still Get to See the Birds?

Think Hawaii is all pristine beaches and postcard-perfect sunsets? Think again. This week, we’re swapping our beach towels for crime scene tape as we dive headfirst into the dark underbelly of the Aloha State. From high-stakes island syndicates to mysteries buried deep beneath the volcanic soil, we’re proving that even paradise has a body count. Pack your sunscreen—and your skepticism—because it’s about to get shady in the sun.

Research links below!

SFGate - "The FBI warned Hawaii serial killers were coming. Then one struck."

Serial Killer Calendar - "Murders in Paradise"

PBS Hawai'i - "The Honolulu Strangler with Robbie Dingeman"

Medium - "The Honolulu Strangler"

Ke Alaka'i - "The tragic deaths of five women and an escaped murderer known as the 'Honolulu Strangler'"

Hawaii News Now - "20 years ago, a killer shattered the morning calm and changed Hawaii forever"

khon2 - "Xerox Murders"

Star Bulletin - "Carlisle: Uyesugi was in control"

Star Bulletin - "Grand jury indicts Uyesugi for first-degree murder"

Star Bulletin - "7 dead in Nimitz Hwy. Xerox shooting"