Lost Hills: The Dark Prince

Western Sound and Pushkin Industries

Lost Hills investigates the dark side of Malibu, California. Beneath a seductive facade, this city of billionaires, celebrities, and surf bums is hiding something menacing.

Season 3 takes a deep dive into the surf world to explore the legacy of Malibu’s Dark Prince: Miki Dora. A surfer known for his style, grace and aggression, he ruled Malibu from the 1950s to the 1970s. Celebrated for his rebellious spirit, he was also a conman who led the FBI on a 7-year manhunt around the world. All while he was in search of the perfect wave. To many he’s a hero, but there’s an evil undercurrent that runs through the surf world. And it all leads back to Miki Dora.

Hosted by Dana Goodyear (The New Yorker) and produced by Western Sound and Pushkin Industries. Show artwork copyright Francesca Gabbiani.

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Our Editor's Take

Malibu isn't all rugged mountain peaks, famous surf breaks, and billionaire celebrities. The coastal enclave also has a bad side. Everyone in Malibu has a secret; Lost Hills: Dead in the Water is a podcast that exposes them.

The first season of Lost Hills: Dead in the Water covers the mysterious murder of a man in Malibu Creek State Park. And, importantly, it's also about the cops who could have stopped it. The case of Tristan Beaudette wasn't as cut and dry as everyone thought. But few knew what made this case unique. This podcast explores the details of the killing and the elements surrounding it. It also shows listeners that even the most beautiful places in California can harbor ominous energy. Listeners can consider this a true crime podcast unlike any other.

Why did the cops say they couldn't connect the crime to the primary suspect and then switch their answer? What was the motivation behind the Malibu murder? Was this a one-off incident or part of a pattern cops had not yet uncovered? Lost Hills: Dead in the Water answers these questions and more. Every episode guides listeners through the story of this murder. Host Dana Goodyear provides feedback, insight, and interviews with those close to the crime.

This podcast is episodic. That means listeners should hear episodes in order, beginning with the first episode. Each episode runs for about 30 minutes to an hour.

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