Best Factual Story Telling Podcasts (2025)

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US Vs. Sean Combs: Week 1 Trial Recap 56:35

2d ago56:35

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The first week of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial, covered here. Facing charges of sex trafficking, transportation to engage in prostitution, and racketeering, Combs’ trial began with jury selection, opening statements, and key testimony from Cassie Ventura. We're breaking down the allegations of abuse and coercion, the defense’s arguments of con…

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Award-winning Singer, Recording Artist and Humanitarian, Maya Azucena drops by for an inspiring conversation 49:50

3d ago49:50

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Maya Azucena is an Award-winning Singer, Recording Artist and Humanitarian, and is a Cultural Ambassador with a focus on Women’s & Youth Empowerment and Domestic/Sexual Violence, who has completed 12+ humanitaran tours sponsored by American Embassies and U.S. State Department to countries such as China, Tanzania, Suriname, India, Sri Lanka, Haiti a…

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Back to back Trans-Atlantic and Trans-Mediterranean cruises - a month at sea, making waves. 19:41

9d ago19:41

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It was a long one. I was contracted as a Luminary to provide 10 educational talks about various travel subjects. My voice survived, barely. Places visited: Bermuda Azores Lisbon Cartegena Valencia Mallorca Crete Rhodes Kusadasi Milos Athens This is a brief trip report, from my current time zone to a place 7 hours ahead. Then the long flight home, t…

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Live: Laura Owens Indicted on 7 Felony Charges: with Jack Fox of 'Never a Truer Word' 43:19

11d ago43:19

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Laura Owens has been indicted on 7 felony charges in relation to her faked pregnancy and paternity suit against 'Bachelor' star Clayton Echard. Officials say she fabricated ultrasounds and more (what many of us have alleged for months). Jack Fox of "Never a Truer Word" joins to break down the charges and Owens' official statement, LIVE! @neveratrue…

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Mothers of the Missing & Murdered: The Bakersfield 3 31:58

13d ago31:58

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We sit down with Cheryl Holsonbake and Jane Parrent, two of the courageous mothers featured in Investigation Discovery’s new docuseries The Bakersfield 3: A Tale of Murder and Motherhood, premiering May 11th on ID and Max. Cheryl and Jane share their heart-wrenching journey to uncover the truth behind their children’s disappearances in 2018, the sh…

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Weekly Crime & Trial Rundown with Lauren & Jarrett 36:45

13d ago36:45

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Lunchtime Live: Grab your lunch and join Lauren and Jarrett for the latest in crime and trials..We'll discuss Read, Diddy & more... Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/czdDIdSW8_A *This is not legal advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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TOXIC on Investigation Discovery: An interview with survivor and subject of the show, Kelly Sutliff 23:17

15d ago23:17

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We’re diving into a powerful new series on Investigation Discovery called Toxic, hosted by Elizabeth Chambers, premiering this Monday, May 5th, at 10/9c on ID and streaming on Max. We're interviewing Kelly Sutliff, a survivor whose fairytale romance turned into a violent nightmare. Kelly joins us today to share her harrowing story, her resilience, …

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Jason Isaacs on 'The White Lotus' and his new film, 'Words of War' 14:59

16d ago14:59

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In this episode, we interview Jason Isaacs, the versatile actor behind The White Lotus Season 3’s tormented Timothy Ratliff and the new indie drama Words of War, in theaters May 2, 2025. Isaacs had a lot to say when asked about some of the gossip surrounding the White Lotus actors off-screen as well. "Mike (White) has created one of the most entert…

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Mini Episode: 'Rust' in Theaters & VOD Now: Lead Actor Josh Hopkins Spills on the Film, Tragedy & Redemption 9:46

19d ago9:46

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We sit down with actor Josh Hopkins to discuss his role in Rust, a Western film now in select theaters and on VOD (May 2, 2025). Josh reflects on the emotional journey of completing the movie after the tragic 2021 on-set shooting that claimed the life of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, sharing how the cast honored her legacy, the changes made to e…

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True Crime with the Sarge is BACK: Virgina Giuffre, LISK, Karen Read & Sugar Daddy Sadistic R*pist 1:04:07

20d ago1:04:07

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Joe Giacalone, aka The Sarge, joins me after a hiatus to discuss the latest with Gilgo Beach, Karen Read, Ryan Hemphill & more. Grab your coffee and join us live at 8am EDT! Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/QlQYtVpe-mU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cross Promotion (Corruption): Murder-for-Hire 4/29 Hearing 16:11

20d ago16:11

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We're unpacking the April 29, 2025, hearing of Angelia Solomon charged with plotting to murder her ex-husband, Aaron Solomon, which a recording alleges is all tied to their son Grant’s controversial 2020 death, and daughter Gracie's allegations. Episode Notes: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1080616177448712 https://www.n…

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Live: Weekly Crime with Jarrett and Lauren (Read, Solomon, Weinstein, Kohberger & More) 58:59

20d ago58:59

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Lunchtime Live with Lauren and Jarrett, former homicide prosecutor: Grab your lunch and join Lauren and Jarrett for the latest in crime and trials.. we've got the latest on Read, Kohberger, Weinstein & more... Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/3yoidC33P7M Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Death of Virginia Giuffre, the latest on Diddy, plus Kim Kardashian's Paris Robbery Trial Begins 35:23

22d ago35:23

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Today we're covering everything from Kim Kardashian’s upcoming Paris Robbery Trial to the seismic shifts in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking case, and the heartbreaking loss of Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre. Disclaimer and Source Notes: https://www.newsweek.com/virginia-giuffre-no-way-suicidal-tweet-resurfaces-2064500 https://…

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Weekly Crime Rundown with Lauren & Jarrett: Karen Read & Harvey Weinstein 1:04:34

25d ago1:04:34

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New day and time this week- grab your coffee at 10am EDT, and let's chat about the Karen Read and Harvey Weinstein Trials...currently underway... Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsF-MVLWDuc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Karen Read Trial 2.0: Opening Statements 22:08

28d ago22:08

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Today, April 22, a panel of nine men and nine women heard opening statements Tuesday in the murder retrial of Karen Read, accused of killing her Boston Police Officer boyfriend with her car in 2022. We're breaking down some thoughts on opening statements and more in this short recap.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Live Monday Catch Up: Read, Weinstein, Menendez etc 1:12:24

30d ago1:12:24

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Grab a coffee and join me at 10am EDT to catch up! It's the calm before the storm this week: Karen Read, Harvey Weinstein, Lori Vallow Daybell, Menendez Updates & more... Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/cZiBvZETpt8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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American Hustlers with Tyson Wrensch: His Unfiltered Story 45:47

1M ago45:47

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They posed as royals, moguls, and Ivy League elite.... but behind the glam was a dangerous game of lies, theft, and even a murder. In this episode, citizen detective Tyson Wrensch reveals how he tracked down two of America’s most outrageous conmen after they scammed him. Listen to American Hustlers from True Crime News: https://www.iheart.com/podca…

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Weekly Crime Rundown with Lauren and Jarrett 59:57

1M ago59:57

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Lauren & Jarrett will break down current trials, cases & more- grab your coffee and join us at 11:30am EDT this week. Cases TBD, but we'll surely discuss Karen Read, Lori Vallow Daybell, Menendez Brothers, Grant Solomon (Angie Solomon Arrest & more)... Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4aQgkxkHoY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…

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Mini Episode: A Tragic Arrest in Tennessee (a Corruption Podcast Update) 9:48

1M ago9:48

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An update from the 2023/2024 podcast, "Corruption: What Happened to Grant Solomon." On Friday, April 11th, Angie Solomon was arrested in an alleged murder-for-hire plot. Here's what we know... Sources: https://www.wkrn.com/news/local-news/franklin-woman-charged-with-solicitation-to-commit-murder/ The Franklin Police Department Arrest Affidavit via …

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Behind the Badge with Chief Winstrom: All Access PD: Grand Rapids on Investigation Discovery 24:25

1M ago24:25

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Join us for a chat with Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Winstrom, star of ID’s All Access PD: Grand Rapids, which premiered April 8 at 10/9c! From teen murders to patrol chaos, Winstrom dishes on letting cameras capture his department’s raw reality. Don't miss the Chief on Tuesday nights, on ID and streaming on Max the next day. Watch on YouTube: ht…

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Karen Read Murder Trial 2.0: What to expect and why the sudden talk of OJ Simpson? 30:46

1M ago30:46

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As Karen Rea's second trial kicks off April 15, 2025, we're unpacking the retrial of the Massachusetts woman accused of killing her cop boyfriend, John O’Keefe. With a new prosecutor, tighter rules, and a refined defense... what will happen? Plus, why is OJ Simpson's name coming up in connection with Read all of a sudden? Watch on YouTube: https://…

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Live: Menendez Brothers: Hearing Today, Latest Updates & What’s Next 56:41

1M ago56:41

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Join me as I catch up and break down the latest in the Menendez Brothers’ case. With hearings kicking off today, April 11, we’ll dive into DA Nathan Hochman’s push to keep Lyle and Erik locked up, Governor Newsom’s parole board hearing, and that bombshell TMZ prison interview. From resentencing battles to clemency hopes, we’re unpacking it... Watch…

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Live: Weekly Crime Rundown with Lauren and Jarrett-Read, Daybell, Weinstein, Kohberger & More 1:10:04

1M ago1:10:04

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Lauren & Jarrett will break down current trials, cases & more- grab your coffee and join us at 9:30am EDT this week. Cases TBD, but we're surely discussing Karen Read, Lori Vallow Daybell, Harvey Weinstein Retrial, Kohberger, Kansas Moms and more... Watch on YouTube: This is not legal advice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1DUWwSxqlg Hosted on Ac…

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Former Howard Stern Intern Steve Grillo Spills Stern Secrets & More 30:51

1M ago30:51

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Buckle up for a wild ride with Steve Grillo, Howard Stern’s iconic intern, as he dishes out jaw-dropping stories from his new book, Gorilla Parts. From saving Stern’s life to partying with Tupac, Grillo pulls back the curtain on the unfiltered glory days of The Howard Stern Show. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2XzmqlQIGeU Buy Steve's Book: http…

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Connecticut House of Horrors: the Blake Street Escape 43:41

1M ago43:41

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A man sets his prison ablaze after 20 years of alleged captivity: starved, abused, and hidden in plain sight at 2 Blake Street. This case seems to be Waterbury Connecticut's darkest secret, from a desperate fire to a community’s shock. How did this happen under their noses? The man's stepmother Kimberly Sullivan has been arrested on kidnapping and …

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The Utah Systemic Spoil: Part 11 32:34

1M ago32:34

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In this installment, we dive into the latest with Utah’s alleged corruption saga. The April 2nd status hearing in David Lee Hamblin’s case, the Utah County Sheriff’s Office response to ongoing controversies, and introducing alleged p*do Alan Bower Bassett’s legal battle. An ongoing look at justice, evidence, and accountability in the Beehive State.…

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The Tate Brothers: Scandals and Legal Battles 18:24

2M ago18:24

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This episode covers Andrew and Tristan Tate’s legal battle and scandals, leading to a Romanian investigation and more... Disclaimer and Episode Notes: Opinion and Speculation is used throughout this podcast, listeners and viewers are encouraged to do their own research https://static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2025/02/502023ca011904xxx…

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Pop Culture Train Wrecks: Live with Jack Fox Decoding Hogan Family Drama & Laura Owens’ Latest Spin on Medium.. 1:05:59

2M ago1:05:59

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Join us live as deception detector and our favorite statement analyst Jack Fox from "Never a Truer Word "digs into the tangled web of the Hogan family drama-Brooke, Linda, and all the juicy chaos...plus Laura Owens’ fresh Medium post about her paternity lawsuit against The Bachelor’s Clayton Echard. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v…

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Oklahoma City Bombing: 30 Years Later with Survivor Amy Downs 26:34

2M ago26:34

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Survivor Amy Downs relives the terror of the 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing, where she was trapped under rubble for six hours after Timothy McVeigh’s deadly attack. Ahead of National Geographic’s "One Day in America" premiere on April 2, she shares her tale of survival, loss, and transformation in this podcast exclusive. It's hard to believe that it's …

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Live: Weekly Crime Rundown with Lauren and Jarrett (Karen Read Trial 2 Begins plus Tad Cullum Filing etc) 1:00:43

2M ago1:00:43

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Join us for our weekly Coffee & Crime livestream (though it's during lunchtime today), where we break down the biggest updates in the world of true crime. This week, we're diving into the latest developments in the Kansas Moms Case (Tad Cullum's latest filing pertaining to the Judge), plus Karen Read's Jury Selection for her second trial begins tod…

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An Interview with Jon Cryer (Two and a Half Men).. 16:18

2M ago16:18

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Join me as I interview Jon Cryer—Emmy-winning star of Two and a Half Men—as he steps into the spotlight to unpack his new podcast series, "The Man Who Calculated Death". Inspired by a journalist’s dying mother’s wish to complete her WWII memoir, Jon guides us through a tale of family secrets, Nazi superweapons, and a quest for truth that rewrites o…

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Kirk Nurmi Breaks Down Karen Read’s Second Trial 30:31

2M ago30:31

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Former defense attorney Kirk Nurmi, famed for representing Jodi Arias, joins me to dissect the high-stakes second trial of Karen Read, accused of killing her Boston cop boyfriend, John O'Keefe. With lead investigator Michael Proctor fired over vulgar texts and misconduct, Nurmi tackles all the burning questions... Disclaimer: Opinion and Speculatio…

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Part 10: What's going on in Utah? Hamblin Case Dismissed with Prejudice, plus the judge & the fire chief... 17:11

2M ago17:11

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Today, we're diving into the collapse of the David Lee Hamblin American Fork case in Utah, where a former therapist accused of child sex abuse walks free from one case after 29 months of prosecutorial blunders and hidden evidence. From ritual abuse allegations to a fire chief and judge entangled in corruption, this episode exposes the alleged dark …

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Live: Caylee Anthony & Jonbenet Ramsey with Jack Fox, Case Throwback 1:04:08

2M ago1:04:08

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Join us for a lunchtime livestream with Jack Fox of "Never a Truer Word" as we take a 'throwback' look at two of the most infamous and emotionally charged cases in true crime history: Caylee Anthony and JonBenét Ramsey. We'll review recent comments from Casey Anthony (found not guilty in the murder of her daughter Caylee in 2011) and the legacy of …

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Trina Phillips is traveling throughout the great continent of Africa. Listen to her astonishing adventure. 33:09

2M ago33:09

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Trina is a GenX adventurer, solo traveling across Africa. Currently, she is traveling overland from Ghana to Namibia, exploring each country as she goes, then around South Africa, then up the east coast towards Turkey. In 2017, Trina and her husband sold everything and set off to travel the world. He was losing his vision and she wanted him to see …

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Live: Coffee and Crime, Missing Mom Nikki Cheng Saelee McCain, now officially a homicide investigation 59:28

2M ago59:28

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Join Lauren and Jarrett and they break down the most recent findings in the case of missing California Mom, Nikki Cheng Saelee McCain. Watch on YouTube: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Vanished: The Disappearance of Sudiksha Konanki 23:44

2M ago23:44

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A spring break getaway to the Dominican Republic takes a terrifying turn when 20-year-old Sudiksha Konanki mysteriously vanishes from a Punta Cana beach in the early hours of March 6, 2025. Was it a tragic accident, or something else? In this episode, we break down the timeline of events, analyze the latest evidence and examine the last known perso…

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Near Misses and Risky Endeavors during travel by The Travel Addict 16:12

2M ago16:12

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By Malcolm Teasdale (aka The Travel Addict)

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Inside ‘A Body in the Snow: The Trial of Karen Read’ with Director Terry Dunn Meurer 29:07

2M ago29:07

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In this episode, we sit down with Terry Dunn Meurer, the legendary co-creator of Unsolved Mysteries and director of the explosive docuseries A Body in the Snow: The Trial of Karen Read. Terry takes us behind the scenes of her investigation, discoveries from the courtroom, and reveals whether her team got closer to the truth. 'A Body in the Snow' pr…

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Lori Vallow Daybell and Utah’s Ritual Abuse Scandals ft Daybell’s Niece Kresha Kay Easton 36:26

2M ago36:26

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As we continue investigating child abuse and ritualistic abuse allegations in Utah, we turn our focus to one of the most chilling cases of recent years—Lori Vallow Daybell. In this episode, we sit down with Kresha Kay Easton, Lori’s niece, to discuss her firsthand insight into Vallow’s twisted beliefs, the tragic deaths of JJ and Tylee, and disturb…

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Live: Coffee & Crime Live: Weekly True Crime Rundown with Lauren and Jarrett 1:00:53

2M ago1:00:53

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Join us for our weekly Coffee & Crime livestream, where we break down the biggest updates in the world of true crime. This week, we're diving into the latest developments in Bryan Kohberger’s case, the Nikki Saelee McCain press conference, and the shocking civil suits filed by Veronica Butler’s mother—targeting not just the 5 defendants, but also t…

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Live: A Body in the Snow: The Trial of Karen Read" on ID/Max, a quick review/first look 57:31

2M ago57:31

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The embargo has been lifted ahead of the March 17th release of A Body in the Snow: The Trial of Karen Read. We're going live for a quick reaction to share our initial thoughts on the series (due to early access). Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-0PWTjt3d0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Utah Ritualistic Abuse Part 9: Repressed Memories, Dissociation & the Truth with Dr. Craig Wetterer 35:34

2M ago35:34

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In Part 9 of our dive into the Utah Ritualistic Abuse allegations, we explore the complexities of repressed memory syndrome, dissociation, and false memories with Forensic Psychologist and Attorney Dr. Craig Wetterer. How do these psychological phenomena shape abuse investigations? Can memories be manipulated or even fabricated? Dr. Wetterer brings…

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Live: Hollywood Death Shockers + the 1996 Kidnaping of Jessica Alba 2:01:19

2M ago2:01:19

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Join me as we catch up on the latest regarding Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa, unpack the chilling suicides linked to Burt Reynolds, and revisit the tragic loss of Anne Heche—and the years leading up to it. Plus, we’ll take a deep dive into the chilling 1996 kidnapping of Jessica Alba…and as always, whatever else pops into my head. Watch on YouTube…

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Inside the JonBenét Case: Joyce Singular Speaks on New Leads & ‘Presumed Guilty' 48:35

3M ago48:35

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We sit down with renowned investigative journalist Joyce Singular, co-author of Presumed Guilty, the groundbreaking book that challenged the media’s rush to judgment in the JonBenét Ramsey case. With decades of experience in forensic and investigative journalism alongside her late husband, Stephen Singular, Joyce reveals her take on the case, and n…

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The Murder of Sandra Bonaventure & The Trial of Emmanuel Pierre 19:49

3M ago19:49

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In June 2002, 20-year-old Sandra Bonaventure, a beautiful and promising college student seven months pregnant, vanished after traveling to Brooklyn to see the father of her child, Emmanuel Pierre. Days later, her strangled body was discovered in a trash bag on a deserted Manhattan sidewalk. This is the chilling case of Sandra Bonaventure and the tr…

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Part 8: Utah's Ritualistic Abuse Scandal- Hamblin, Stevenson & Leavitt 26:00

3M ago26:00

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The Utah ritual abuse case continues, and we’ve got a few minor updates on David Lee Hamblin's case, his ex-wife Rosie, and former Utah County Attorney David Leavitt fighting back in his disciplinary appeal hearing. Join us as we break down the latest in Part 8 of this chilling investigation. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/t_JpH8vg3Bo Episode N…

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LIVE: Oscars Recap, Ruby Franke Doc, Epstein Files, Casey Anthony ETC. 1:24:40

3M ago1:24:40

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Come hang out as we break down the biggest moments at the Oscars, Hulu’s wild new Ruby Franke doc (The Devil in the Family), Casey Anthony on TikTok....and we have to talk about the Epstein Files disaster. What did Pam Bondi even release? And as always, any other madness that comes up. Grab your coffee & I'll see you there! Watch on YouTube: https:…

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Still on the Adventure Travel Bucket List 15:26

3M ago15:26

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Here is my "current "To Do List" for adventure travel, otherwise known as a Bucket List. Will I get through the list before I am told that I will have to stay at home for the rest of my life? A horrible thought it is. There are so many wonderful places on our planet and I rather be traveling to experience them than listening to all of the bad news …

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Hollywood Death Shockers: Gene Hackman & Michelle Trachtenberg + an interview with Eric McCormack 13:21

3M ago13:21

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*The information on the death of Gene Hackman is not the most updated information- his death is now being investigated as potentially suspicious. Two shocking losses rock Hollywood—legendary actor Gene Hackman and Buffy & Gossip Girl star Michelle Trachtenberg. We break down the latest details surrounding their tragic deaths. Plus, Will & Grace sta…

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