Monster: BTK

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'Monster: BTK', the newest installment in the 'Monster' franchise, reveals the true story of the Wichita, Kansas serial killer who murdered at least 10 people between 1974 and 1991. Known by the moniker, BTK – Bind Torture Kill, his notoriety was bolstered by the taunting letters he sent to police, and the chilling phone calls he made to media outlets. BTK's identity was finally revealed in 2005 to the shock of his family, his community, and the world. He was the serial killer next door. From Tenderfoot TV & iHeartPodcasts, this is 'Monster: BTK'. **New Episodes release wide every Monday, absolutely free. But if you'd like to hear new episodes early and ad-free, you can get a subscription to iHeart True Crime+. Only $3.99/mo, including a free trial.

  1. EPISODE 1

    The Otero Family [1]

    January 1974. Four members of a family are killed in their home in Wichita, Kansas. Investigators are mystified. Nothing like this has ever happened before in Wichita. Little did they know, this was just the beginning.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    41 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Childhood of a Killer [2]

    The killer's face comes to light. This is not who we were expecting. How did this man become a ruthless murderer? And who else did he kill? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    43 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Bright [3]

    The killer strikes again. This time, he stalks a young college student. His methods improve, but not without some failure. He reconsiders his choices. But realizes it's too late. It's time to double down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Shirley Locks [4]

    A botched murder plan leads the killer to an unsuspecting door. Inside, the killer does something he can never undo. Later, he brags about his deeds in taunting letters to the police and media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    49 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Boy Scout [5]

    The killer has become BTK. But he must also maintain his facade as a normal family man. Can he reconcile his inner Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    46 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    PJ Green [6]

    BTK has killed again. But then, unexpectedly, he stops. Until years later, when he can longer hold it in any longer. He must be known. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    BTK Returns [7]

    It's 2004. BTK has made his presence known once more. He threatens to kill yet again. Will he do it? Or will police capture him first? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    Dennis Rader [8]

    The true identity of BTK is finally revealed to the public. His name: Dennis Rader. Who is this man? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    47 min
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'Monster: BTK', the newest installment in the 'Monster' franchise, reveals the true story of the Wichita, Kansas serial killer who murdered at least 10 people between 1974 and 1991. Known by the moniker, BTK – Bind Torture Kill, his notoriety was bolstered by the taunting letters he sent to police, and the chilling phone calls he made to media outlets. BTK's identity was finally revealed in 2005 to the shock of his family, his community, and the world. He was the serial killer next door. From Tenderfoot TV & iHeartPodcasts, this is 'Monster: BTK'. **New Episodes release wide every Monday, absolutely free. But if you'd like to hear new episodes early and ad-free, you can get a subscription to iHeart True Crime+. Only $3.99/mo, including a free trial.

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    iHeart True Crime
  • Creator
    iHeartPodcasts and Tenderfoot TV
  • Episodes
    19
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
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    2025 iHeartMedia, Inc. © Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from iHeartMedia
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  • Provider
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