Introduction & Content Warning
The host opens with a strong warning: this episode covers deeply disturbing topics, including violence, exploitation, and death.
Unlike typical true crime podcasts, Pictonland explores a case that has emotionally and physically drained the host.
The Robert Pickton Case
The episode dives into the horrific crimes of Robert Pickton, a serial killer whose farm in Vancouver became a graveyard for missing women.
Systemic Failures & Cover-Ups
The host criticizes the flawed investigation and legal process:
Only 6 murders were prosecuted, despite evidence of many more.
40 unidentified male DNA profiles were found on the farm—raising questions about accomplices.
Police files went missing, including a 1990 case and a 1997 knife fight involving Pickton.
A publication ban kept details hidden for years.
The Host’s Investigation
After 1,000+ hours of research, including interviews with ex-cops, forensic experts, and victims’ families, the host built a "forensic mosaic" of the case. They emphasize uncovering the truth without exploiting grief.
Broader Implications
Vulnerable women continue to disappear in British Columbia.
The Downtown Eastside remains dangerous, with predators still operating.
The Missing Women’s Inquiry failed to bring real change.
The Farm Today – A Site of Erasure
The host visits 953 Dominion Road, now an empty, fenced-off field with no memorial. At a candlelight vigil, only family members showed up—officials and media ignored it.
Later, someone removed all the flowers and posters, treating them like trash. The host condemns this as another act of violence.
Key Message: Pickton Didn’t Act Alone
The host argues:
Pickton was not a "lone killer"—others were involved.
Society, the justice system, and authorities enabled these crimes.
"Monsters operate in plain sight"—silence allows them to thrive.
Why This Podcast Matters
This 20-part series will:
Examine Pickton’s behavior through interrogation footage.
Expose systemic failures and hidden truths.
Give a voice to the victims and challenge false narratives.
Final Thoughts
The host vows: "The soil remembers. The air remembers. And we remember." This podcast is not for entertainment—it’s a fight for justice, truth, and accountability.