The Ruse

The Ruse

Author: NBC News December 9, 2025 Duration: 28:37
When Tom Perez Sr. fails to return home after a trip to check the mail, Tom Jr. calls police — only to find himself the focus of their investigation until a stunning revelation upends the case. Lester Holt reports. Keith Morrison and Lester Holt go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/48v6Uqz Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EPrfFZ8uK2z6XgMorqbl3

For decades, Dateline NBC has been a trusted voice in storytelling, peeling back the layers of the most gripping true-crime mysteries and societal questions of our time. This podcast, presented by NBC News, brings you the full audio experience of the iconic television series, along with original reporting and deep-dive investigations you won't find anywhere else. Each episode is a meticulously crafted narrative, built on thorough journalism and a commitment to uncovering the truth. You'll hear directly from reporters, victims, families, and sometimes even those accused, as complex human stories unfold with a detail that only audio can provide. It’s more than just a recap; it’s an immersive journey into the heart of each case. The podcast serves as a central hub for both current episodes and a vast archive of classic stories, covering everything from shocking crimes to powerful documentaries that examine culture and justice. Listen for the distinctive style and careful pacing that has defined Dateline for generations, all while exploring the nuances of every investigation. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the series, the Dateline NBC podcast delivers compelling, thought-provoking content that stays with you long after the story ends.
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Double Lives [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:20
In this Dateline classic, police discover a mother of three was living a dangerous double life after she vanishes in Colorado. Keith Morrison reports. Originally aired on NBC on March 31, 2017.
The Secrets of Cottonwood Creek [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:07
In this Dateline classic, Fred and Leslie Mueller are weeks away from celebrating their 27th wedding anniversary when a photo-op during a hike goes horribly wrong. Andrea Canning reports. Originally aired on NBC on May 3…
Left for Dead [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:37
A young woman survives a brutal attack and detectives work tirelessly to find a suspect. But when they finally do, the victim is convinced they have the wrong man. Keith Morrison reports.
Trouble at the 7-11 Ranch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:48
When a Colorado rancher mysteriously disappears, his friends know something isn’t right and spend years fighting for answers. Josh Mankiewicz reports.
Queen of the County [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:58
In this Dateline classic, the matriarch of a prominent pecan growing family in San Saba, Texas goes missing and her caretaker is murdered. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Originally aired on NBC on April 23, 2015.
And Then There Were Three [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:36
Just days before Christmas, high school senior Michelle Martinko is found stabbed to death in her car after visiting the mall. It would take almost 40 years for investigators to identify the killer – and when they did, M…
The Rise & Fall of Oscar Pistorius [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:01
Oscar Pistorius, nicknamed “Blade Runner,” is an international celebrity when he shoots and kills his girlfriend just 8 months after competing in the London Olympics. Charged with murder, he tells police it was a tragic…
The Mansion on Ocean Boulevard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:24
In this Dateline classic, when two tragic deaths occur within one week of each other in a wealthy area in California, families begin to wonder what happened inside a beachfront mansion. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Updated o…
Death in the Driveway [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:58
Police in a quiet Southern town, find a prominent lawyer brutally murdered and his girlfriend bound in duct tape. Who could have done it? Andrea Canning reports.
Mystery in Orange County: Behind the Scenes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:08
Josh Mankiewicz reflects on one of his most memorable episodes: the case of 36-year-old Iraq War veteran Maribel Ramos who calls 911 to reveal she is scared for her safety. When she later disappears, investigators have t…