LISK: Long Island Serial Killer
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Singular focus on one of America's most significant unsolved serial killer investigations."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who enjoy following a single case from start to finish
- ✓Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries
- ✓Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations
- ✓Those interested in the psychology of serial offenders
Pros & cons
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
- +Serialized format builds a compelling, sustained narrative arc across episodes
- −Must listen in order — cannot dip in and out between episodes
About this podcast
The LISK (Long Island Serial Killer) investigation began in May 2010 with the disappearance of sex worker Shannan Gilbert. In the following months, Suffolk County Police uncovered human remains from numerous victims. LISK, from Mopac Audio and Glassbox Media, is dedicated entirely to this still-unresolved case.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1
Serialized format — listen from the beginning for the full experience
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Frequently Asked Questions about LISK: Long Island Serial Killer
What is LISK: Long Island Serial Killer about?
The LISK (Long Island Serial Killer) investigation began in May 2010 with the disappearance of sex worker Shannan Gilbert. In the following months, Suffolk County Police uncovered human remains from numerous victims. LISK, from Mopac Audio and Glassbox Media, is dedicated entirely to this still-unresolved case.
Is LISK: Long Island Serial Killer worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if you want dedicated, ongoing coverage of one of America's most significant unsolved serial cases". It scores 8/10 on binge factor. Dedicated ongoing coverage of the Long Island Serial Killer investigation, which began in 2010 with the disappearance of sex worker Shannan Gilbert.
Who is LISK: Long Island Serial Killer for?
LISK: Long Island Serial Killer is ideal for: Listeners who enjoy following a single case from start to finish; Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries; Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations; Those interested in the psychology of serial offenders.
What is the best episode of LISK: Long Island Serial Killer to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. As a serialized show, it's best to listen from the beginning of a season.
Where can I listen to LISK: Long Island Serial Killer?
LISK: Long Island Serial Killer is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to LISK: Long Island Serial Killer?
If you enjoy LISK: Long Island Serial Killer, you might also like: Serial, In the Dark, Serial Killers, The Teacher's Pet. See our full "Podcasts Like LISK: Long Island Serial Killer" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialized
- Host style
- Solo narrator
- Style
- Investigative, methodical, ongoing
- Episode length
- 40-55 min
- Episodes
- 20+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Country
- United States
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