Ted Bundy and the Green River Killer /// True Crime Garage
- Jul 13, 2026
- 1:12:43
- Full Episode
Ted Bundy and the Green River Killer /// Episode 66
With Ted Bundy safely locked away on Florida’s death row, everyone could finally relax… right?
Wrong.
In 1982, the bodies of several young women were discovered in Washington state’s Green River. Authorities launched a massive investigation and manhunt, one that would grow to a scale nearly comparable to the “Ted Murders.” But with few solid leads, police had little reason for optimism.
Then, on October 1, 1984, the Green River Task Force received a letter from Theodore Robert Bundy, offering his assistance with the investigation.
Can one killer help catch another? And why would he want to?
We’ll ask those questions, and many more, tonight in the garage.
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See you in the garage!
Nic & The Captain
Brief Summary
The episode discusses the Green River Killer, Ted Bundy, and the investigation into their crimes, highlighting police challenges and societal issues.
Key points
- The Green River Killer. Police hunt a mass murderer believed to have killed 21 prostitutes in Seattle.
- Bundy's Connection to the Green River. Ted Bundy, on death row, offers insight to the Green River Task Force.
- Bundy's Insights on the Riverman. Ted Bundy provides chilling insights into the Green River Killer's methods and psyche.
- The Media's Impact on Investigation. Media interference disrupts police plans to catch the Green River Killer.
- Ted Bundy's Final Interview. In his last interview, Bundy reflects on his victims and the pain he caused.
- The Bundy Barbecue. The public celebrated Bundy's execution with a party outside the prison, dubbed the 'Bundy Barbecue.'
Episode highlights
- The Green River KillerPolice hunt a mass murderer believed to have killed 21 prostitutes in Seattle.“In Seattle this morning, police are hunting a mass murderer believed to have killed as many as 21 prostitutes.”4:27Jul 13, 2026
- Bundy's Connection to the Green RiverTed Bundy, on death row, offers insight to the Green River Task Force.“I'm from that area, and you know who I am.”15:36Jul 13, 2026
- Bundy's Insights on the RivermanTed Bundy provides chilling insights into the Green River Killer's methods and psyche.“He refers to him as the Riverman.”26:20Jul 13, 2026
- The Media's Impact on InvestigationMedia interference disrupts police plans to catch the Green River Killer.“The media is trying to surveil them.”35:06Jul 13, 2026
- Ted Bundy's Final InterviewIn his last interview, Bundy reflects on his victims and the pain he caused.“I can only hope that those who I have harmed will believe my expression of sorrow.”44:13Jul 13, 2026
- The Bundy BarbecueThe public celebrated Bundy's execution with a party outside the prison, dubbed the 'Bundy Barbecue.'“It was like a nationwide celebration that they were finally going to put this horrible man to death.”46:35Jul 13, 2026
- Gary Ridgeway's ConfessionGary Ridgeway confessed to killing 71 women, but only convicted for 49.“He wants to prove that there are 80 victims out there.”54:32Jul 13, 2026
- Gary Ridgeway's Deceptive NatureRidgeway convinces investigators he isn't the killer, passing a polygraph test.“He feels no remorse because he feels no guilt for these killings.”1:02:07Jul 13, 2026
