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Every week listen to the newest true crime podcasts on the Court TV Podcast. Court TV will dive into the real-life deceptions, betrayals, and murders that lead to justice in the courtroom. If you love geeking-out on trials and crime, you’ve landed on the perfect spot.

Unknown DNA in the Idaho Student Murders | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Unknown DNA in the Idaho Student Murders | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan delves into the discovery of unknown DNA evidence at the scene of the Idaho student murders. This new DNA finding raises questions about its possible impact on the case against Bryan Kohberger, the primary suspect. Vinnie examines how this evidence could influence the defense's strategy and the prosecution's approach, considering the challenges it brings in linking Kohberger to the crime scene.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/bryan-kohberger/)Watc

Feb 22, • 43:50

Rose Petal Murder Trial: Zachary Hughes Takes the Stand | Court TV Podcast

Rose Petal Murder Trial: Zachary Hughes Takes the Stand | Court TV Podcast

Zachary Hughes, a Juilliard-trained concert pianist, stands trial on charges that he brutally murdered a woman whose body was found surrounded by rose petals. Christina Parcell was in the midst of a bitter child custody battle when she was found with approximately thirty-one stab wounds in her home, but what would lead Hughes to commit such a heinous act? This episode of the Court TV Podcast features Hughes’ testimony from 2/19/2025 as he tells the jury his side of the story. For more on the Ros

Feb 20, • 2:20:13

Jessica Barnes' Mother Speaks Out | Opening Statements Podcast

Jessica Barnes' Mother Speaks Out | Opening Statements Podcast

On this episode of the Opening Statements with Julie Grant Podcast, Jessica Barnes' mother tells Julie Grant about the warning signs that made her concerned for her daughter, the accuser drops lawsuit against Jay-Z and Diddy, Bryan Kohberger's defense team raises concerns about unidentified blood at the crime scene, and Luigi Mangione makes his first public statement. To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/trials/opening-statements-with-julie-grant/?itm_campaign=menu)Watc

Feb 19, • 43:29

Trial & Error: Why Did O.J. Win? Podcast | Murders In Brentwood

Trial & Error: Why Did O.J. Win? Podcast | Murders In Brentwood

The new limited series “Trial & Error: Why Did O.J. Win?” explores the most unforgettable moments from the O.J. Simpson murder trial as Court TV’s Michael Ayala asks the question that’s been on our minds for thirty years – why did O.J. win? The premiere episode details the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, featuring interviews with investigators, family, and friends about the aftermath and O.J. Simpson's charges.To watch more, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/trials/trial-and-

Feb 18, • 44:33

Justice for Evelyn: Megan Boswell Guilty | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Justice for Evelyn: Megan Boswell Guilty | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan examines the evidence in Megan Boswell's trial and concludes that justice was served for 15-month-old Evelyn with the verdict. Megan Boswell was found guilty of murdering her daughter, Evelyn, after her body was discovered in a trash can.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/megan-boswell/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.co

Feb 15, • 54:23

The Trial of O.J. Simpson: Defense Opening Statement | Court TV Podcast

The Trial of O.J. Simpson: Defense Opening Statement | Court TV Podcast

Over thirty years ago O.J. Simpson, a star on the football field and the screen, stood trial for the brutal murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, his ex-wife and her friend. The trial attracted massive media attention as people worldwide tuned in to watch a not-guilty verdict that stunned many. This episode features the opening statement from O.J. Simpson’s defense, known by many as the “dream team,” who managed to get an acquittal despite overwhelming evidence against Simpson. For mo

Feb 13, • 3:24:30

Griffith's Not Guilty Verdict is a Miscarriage of Justice | Opening Statements Podcast Video

Griffith's Not Guilty Verdict is a Miscarriage of Justice | Opening Statements Podcast Video

Julie Grant's opening statement describes Collin Griffith's acquittal in the Deadly Son Murder Trial as "nauseating" and "a horrifying miscarriage of justice." She welcomes Judge Belvin Perry, the judge from Casey Anthony's trial, who draws comparisons between the cases of Anthony and Megan Boswell. Additionally, Julie discusses whether Michael Jordan's son should have mentioned his father during his arrest.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/collin-griffith/)Watch

Feb 11, • 43:56

The Feud Between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Feud Between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan delves into the escalating legal battle between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, co-stars of "It Ends With Us." Lively has accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and orchestrating a smear campaign against her. In response, Baldoni filed a $400 million lawsuit against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and their publicist, alleging defamation and extortion. The video looks into the complicated allegations and the evidence provided by each side. It also explores the broader eff

Feb 8, • 43:46

Celebrity Stylist Murder Trial: Luigi Sementilli Testifies | Court TV Podcast

Celebrity Stylist Murder Trial: Luigi Sementilli Testifies | Court TV Podcast

In January 2017 celebrity stylist Fabio Sementilli was fatally stabbed in his own home. Five months later his wife, Monica, and her secret boyfriend, Robert Baker, were charged with his murder. Authorities allege Monica planned the killing for Fabio's $1.6 million life insurance policy. This episode of the Court TV Podcast takes you inside the courtroom as the victim’s son, Luigi Sementilli, takes the stand to testify against his stepmother.For more on the Celebrity Stylist Murder Trial, Click H

Feb 6, • 2:28:50

Collin Griffith: Troubled Teen or Psychopath? | Opening Statements Podcast

Collin Griffith: Troubled Teen or Psychopath? | Opening Statements Podcast

Julie Grant examines whether Collin Griffith is a troubled victim of circumstance or a savage killer as he stands trial for his mother's murder. Plus, the details of the plea agreement Natalie Cochran turned down.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/collin-griffith/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook htt

Feb 4, • 43:08

Evidence in the Retrial of Karen Read | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Evidence in the Retrial of Karen Read | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

In January 2022, Karen Read was accused of fatally striking her boyfriend, John O'Keefe, with her SUV. Her first trial resulted in a mistrial. Vinnie Politan analyzes the evidence presented in court filings for Karen Read's retrial.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/karen-read/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CAS

Feb 1, • 43:45

The Trial of A$AP Rocky: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

The Trial of A$AP Rocky: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

On the night of November 6, 2021, Grammy-nominated rapper and actor Rakim Mayers, better known as A$AP Rocky, got into an argument with his childhood friend, Terell Ephron, outside a Hollywood hotel. Ephron says Rocky pulled out a gun and shot at him. Now, the embattled rapper stands trial for felony assault and faces up to twenty-four years in prison if convicted. This episode takes you inside the courtroom with opening statements in The Trial of A$AP Rocky from 1/24/2025.For more on the Trial

Jan 30, • 1:51:31

The Case Against A$AP Rocky | Opening Statements Podcast

The Case Against A$AP Rocky | Opening Statements Podcast

Julie Grant takes a close look at the case and opening statements as rapper A$AP Rocky stands trial on gun charges. Plus, an officer accidentally shoots a man with his own gun in this episode of Opening Statements.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/trials/opening-statements-with-julie-grant/?itm_campaign=menu)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courtt

Jan 28, • 43:12

Idaho Student Murders DNA Evidence | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Idaho Student Murders DNA Evidence | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Four University of Idaho students were brutally murdered in their home in November 2022, sparking a high-profile investigation. DNA evidence became a key factor in the case, with investigators linking DNA found at the crime scene to suspect Bryan Kohberger. This connection was established through forensic genealogy, comparing DNA to a public ancestry database. Vinnie Politan examines the meticulous process and its role in identifying Kohberger.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.c

Jan 25, • 43:47

The Trial of O.J. Simpson: Prosecution Opening Statement | Court TV Podcast

The Trial of O.J. Simpson: Prosecution Opening Statement | Court TV Podcast

Thirty years ago the trial of the century unfolded on televisions across the world. OJ Simpson, a star on the football field and the screen, stood trial for the brutal murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, aspiring actor Ron Goldman. It was one of the biggest cases in Court TV's history and ended with one of the most stunning verdicts of all time. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the prosecution’s opening statement in full from 1/24/1995.For more on the Trial

Jan 23, • 2:40:39

Has The Prosecution Proven Its Case Against Natalie Cochran? | Opening Statements Podcast

Has The Prosecution Proven Its Case Against Natalie Cochran? | Opening Statements Podcast

As the prosecution prepares to rest its case-in-chief, Julie Grant's top story examines whether they've proven Natalie Cochran poisoned her husband. This episode also explores the TikTok legal battle, a new Susan Smith call released, and two critical hearings this week in Bryan Kohberger's murder case.To catch up on episodes of Opening Statements with Julie Grant, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/trials/opening-statements-with-julie-grant/?itm_campaign=menu)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream To

Jan 22, • 43:06

Could Wendi Adelson be Implicated? | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Could Wendi Adelson be Implicated? | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan investigates the potential for Wendi Adelson to face charges in connection with the murder of her ex-husband, Dan Markel. This episode delves into the involvement of Wendi's brother, Charlie Adelson, who has been charged in the murder-for-hire plot. Politan examines Wendi's actions and statements, including her mention of Charlie to the police, raising questions about her possible knowledge or involvement in the crime. The investigation also explores the dynamics within the Adelso

Jan 18, • 43:45

The Case of Tracey Nix | Closing Arguments Podcast

The Case of Tracey Nix | Closing Arguments Podcast

In this episode of Closing Arguments, Vinnie Politan broke down the sad facts behind the case of Tracey Nix, a Florida grandmother who had two grandchildren die in her care. And, WNBA star Caitlin Clark's accused stalker declared himself "guilty as charged" upon entering court.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/tracey-nix/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast

Jan 16, • 44:32

Ponzi Scheme Murder Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

Ponzi Scheme Murder Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

Less than two years after the suspicious death of her husband Pharmacist Natalie Cochran pleaded guilty to running a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors, including her late husband’s parents, out of millions of dollars. Now, prosecutors say she poisoned him with insulin in an attempt to hide the multi-million-dollar scheme she was running. This episode of the Court TV Podcast takes you inside the courtroom for the Ponzi Scheme Murder Trial with opening statements from 1/15/2025. Hear both side

Jan 16, • 31:09

JonBenét Ramsey Special Report – Part Two | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

JonBenét Ramsey Special Report – Part Two | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Part two of Vinnie Politan’s investigation into the murder of JonBenét Ramsey further examines videos and behaviors of Gary Oliva, a convicted pedophile who has confessed to accidentally killing JonBenét. To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. https://www.courttv.com/tag/jonbenet-ramsey/Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.f

Jan 14, • 43:45

JonBenét Ramsey Special Report - Part One | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

JonBenét Ramsey Special Report - Part One | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

In a two-night event, Vinnie Politan uncovers new clues about JonBenét Ramsey’s murder nearly 30 years after the tragedy. 6-year-old JonBenet Ramsey was reported missing on Dec. 26, 1996, and her body was found hours later in the family’s basement. Part one discusses videos and the behavior of suspect Gary Oliva.#CourtTV #Podcast #VinniePolitanInvestigates #JonBenetRamseyCatch Up on the Facts: https://www.courttv.com/tag/jonbenet-ramsey/Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.c

Jan 11, • 43:43

Celebrity Stylist Murder Trial: Motion Hearing | Court TV Podcast

Celebrity Stylist Murder Trial: Motion Hearing | Court TV Podcast

In January 2017 celebrity stylist Fabio Sementilli was fatally stabbed in his own home. Five months later his wife, Monica, and her secret boyfriend, Robert Baker, were charged with his murder. Authorities allege Sementilli planned the killing for Fabio's $1.6 million life insurance policy. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features a motion hearing from 1/7/2025 in the case against Monica Sementilli.For more on the Celebrity Stylist Murder Trial, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream To

Jan 9, • 34:24

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Verdict and Sentencing | Court TV Podcast

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Verdict and Sentencing | Court TV Podcast

Judge H. Patrick Haggard finds Jose Ibarra guilty of all charges and gives him the maximum sentence of life without the possibility of parole in the murder of Laken Riley. Laken's family and friends also give their victim impact statements in this episode of the Court TV Podcast. To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/laken-riley/) (https://www.courttv.com/news/ga-v-jose-ibarra-the-murder-of-laken-riley/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/

Jan 7, • 51:51

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Closing Arguments | Court TV Podcast

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Closing Arguments | Court TV Podcast

Special Prosecutor Sheila Ross presents the state's closing arguments in the trial of Jose Ibarra, stating that the evidence is overwhelming and should prove he brutally murdered Laken Riley. Defense attorney Kaitlyn Beck delivers her closing arguments, asserting that the evidence presented is circumstantial and does not constitute proof beyond a reasonable doubt. Special prosecutor Sheila Ross also provides her rebuttal. To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/laken-

Dec 27, 2024 • 1:15:45

The Case Against Luigi Mangione | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Case Against Luigi Mangione | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan analyzes the case against Luigi Mangione who is charged with the shooting murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, discussing his new high-profile attorney, Karen Friedman Agnifilo, and the evidence against him.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/brian-thompson/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW TH

Dec 21, 2024 • 43:46

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: DNA and Autopsy Testimony | Court TV Podcast

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: DNA and Autopsy Testimony | Court TV Podcast

In this episode, Wesley Durkit, Digital Forensics Examiner, testifies about data collected from Riley’s iPhone showing her heart rate reached 170 bpm, slowed, came to a dramatic stop, hit zero, then spiked, indicating she underwent CPR. Crime Lab Scientist Ashley Hinkle said the DNA from a blue jacket and under Laken Riley’s fingernails matched Jose Ibarra. Medical Examiner, Dr. Michelle DiMarco, said that a portion of Laken Riley’s skull had broken and noted lacerations and contusions to her bo

Dec 19, 2024 • 49:45

Last Call at Veronica's Tavern | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Last Call at Veronica's Tavern | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

In the peaceful village of Essex Junction, Vermont, Michael Durenleau's life would be cut short by a knife through the heart in the darkness behind Veronica's Tavern after celebratory drinks with his wife Rebecca. Police never arrested the man they were convinced held the knife, instead charging Rebecca as the mastermind behind her husband's murder. The trial would span two decades and end with an outcome that still haunts Michael's family.To stream more Court TV originals, click here.Watch 24/7

Dec 19, 2024 • 44:22

Was Judge Mullins Involved in Sex Scandal? | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Was Judge Mullins Involved in Sex Scandal? | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

This episode of the "Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast" explores a significant judicial and political scandal in Whitesburg, Kentucky. It centers around accusations of sextortion and improper conduct involving Mullins and other community leaders. The investigation uncovers claims that Mullins used his position to engage in inappropriate relationships, exploiting power dynamics within the local justice system.This episode looks at the evidence, including supposed explicit messages and testimoni

Dec 14, 2024 • 43:45

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Laken’s Last Moments and Ibarra’s Injuries | Court TV Podcast

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Laken’s Last Moments and Ibarra’s Injuries | Court TV Podcast

This episode of "The Murder Trial of Laken Riley" features testimony from the second day involving Corporal Rafael Sayan of the UGA Police Department. He discusses his questioning of Jose Ibarra about the scratches found on his body after the crime.Additionally, Sergeant Sophie Raboud, also from UGA PD, analyzes the movements of Laken Riley and Ibarra based on trail cam footage. She also provides details about Laken's phone activity on the morning of her death.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HER

Dec 14, 2024 • 44:18

Romeo and Juliet in Central Florida | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Romeo and Juliet in Central Florida | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

In a modern-day tale of Romeo and Juliet with a Central Florida twist, high schoolers Courtney Schulhoff and Michael Morin found solace in each other amidst a tumultuous family life. However, when their families force them apart, the couple’s desperation turns deadly. The jury must decide: was the brutal baseball bat slaying of Courtney’s father an act of devious manipulation or a tragic case of misguided devotion?To stream more Court TV originals, click here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Toda

Dec 12, 2024 • 41:59

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Crime Scene Testimony | Court TV Podcast

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Crime Scene Testimony | Court TV Podcast

University of Georgia Police Sgt. Kenneth Maxwell took the stand and described finding Laken Riley’s body using the screenshots of where the victim’s roommates had tracked her phone. Maxwell said that Laken had clear trauma to her head and was stiff when he found her. He said it appeared her shirt had been pushed up above her breasts. The waistband of her pants was below her navel and her underwear was bunched above it. Georgia Bureau of Investigation Special Agent Daniella Stuart, a crime sce

Dec 11, 2024 • 30:58

Courtney Clenney’s Defense | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Courtney Clenney’s Defense | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

OnlyFans model, Courtney Clenney’s defense attorneys sit down with Vinnie Politan to outline their defense argument in the fatal stabbing of Christian Obumseli. They delve into the evidence they’ve collected to support their claim, aiming to prove Clenney acted in self-defense. The discussion in this episode of the Court TV Podcast sheds light on their legal strategy and key details of the case, offering insights into this high-profile and controversial trial.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE

Dec 7, 2024 • 43:47

Burn Pile Murder Trial: Melody Walker Farris Sentenced | Court TV Podcast

Burn Pile Murder Trial: Melody Walker Farris Sentenced | Court TV Podcast

Melody Walker Farris is sentenced after a jury found her guilty of murdering her husband, Gary Farris, whose body was found on a burn pile outside their home. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features her statement presented to the court in her defense, along with the testimonies of her friend and her children. Ultimately, Melody Farris was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/melody-walker-farris/)Watch

Dec 6, 2024 • 45:27

The Case Against Brian Walshe | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Case Against Brian Walshe | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

This episode of the Court TV Podcast delves into the disappearance of Ana Walshe and the subsequent legal case against her husband, Brian Walshe. The investigation reveals troubling evidence, including Brian's suspicious internet searches, alleged lies to law enforcement, and financial crimes. The episode examines the prosecution's case and the unfolding legal drama surrounding Ana’s presumed murder.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/brian-walshe/)Watch 24/7 Court

Dec 5, 2024 • 43:47

Suitcase Murder Trial: Sarah Boone Sentenced | Court TV Podcast

Suitcase Murder Trial: Sarah Boone Sentenced | Court TV Podcast

In February 2020, Sarah Boone called 911 to report that her boyfriend Jorge Torres was dead. She initially told investigators that he had gotten into a suitcase while they were playing a game and that she passed out as Jorge suffocated to death. Over four years later Sarah stood trial and took the stand in her own defense, but her words weren’t enough to spare the jury from convicting her of second-degree murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features Sarah Boone’s sentencing hearing from

Dec 5, 2024 • 1:43:52

What is Ex-Sheriff Shawn Stines’ Defense? | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

What is Ex-Sheriff Shawn Stines’ Defense? | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Sheriff Shawn Stines is accused of shooting and killing Judge Kevin Mullins in the judge's chambers. This tragic incident raises questions about why their friendship ended in such a deadly manner. In this episode of the Court TV Podcast, Vinnie Politan analyzes the case, exploring potential motives and defenses for the former sheriff.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/shawn-stines/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Ne

Nov 30, 2024 • 43:46

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Laken’s Roommates Testify | Court TV Podcast

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Laken’s Roommates Testify | Court TV Podcast

Laken’s roommates testify about the morning of her murder. Lilly Steiner conveys how she was growing concerned about the victim and uses the ‘Find My Friends’ app to find her phone. She describes tracking victim Laken Riley's location, noting that she had been 'in the woods for a while.' Sofia Magana said that she took her dog on a walk toward the location where the ‘Find My Friends’ app showed Riley’s last location, and said she found one of Laken Riley's AirPods on a trail while looking for he

Nov 28, 2024 • 33:18

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

In this episode of 'The Murder of Laken Riley,' Special Prosecutor Sheila Ross passionately conveyed to the judge the harrowing struggle that Laken Riley endured, stating that she "fought for her life" and fiercely defended her "dignity" in the face of Jose Ibarra's attempted rape. Meanwhile, Defense Attorney Dustin Kirby presented a contrasting viewpoint, arguing in his opening statements that the evidence linking Ibarra to the crime is circumstantial.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. (https://

Nov 26, 2024 • 1:08:25

Why Did Susan Smith Kill Her Children? | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Why Did Susan Smith Kill Her Children? | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Susan Smith, a South Carolina mother, killed her two young sons, Michael and Alex, in 1994 by strapping them into their car seats and allowing the car to roll into a lake. Initially, she claimed a Black man had carjacked her vehicle with the children inside, sparking a nationwide search. Nine days later, she confessed to the crime.Smith's motives were tied to her relationship with a man who did not want children, as well as her mental health struggles, including depression and a troubled upbring

Nov 23, 2024 • 43:43

The Deadly Game | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

The Deadly Game | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

The murder of hometown hero and NBA star Lorenzen Wright remained unsolved until alleged accomplice Jimmy Martin revealed the location of the murder weapon, implicating Wright's ex-wife Sherra and her yardman Billy Ray Turner. The defense maintains Turner is innocent, pointing the finger at Martin, whose deal with prosecutors calls his credibility and motives into question. To stream more Court TV originals, click here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Invest

Nov 21, 2024 • 44:26

Teenage Rage | Interview with a Killer Podcast

Teenage Rage | Interview with a Killer Podcast

A Florida teenager kills his two parents and throws a party while their dead bodies are in the bedroom. In Tyler Hadley's first-ever TV interview, he opens up to David Scott about what happened that night.For more information, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/originals/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/

Nov 19, 2024 • 44:43

The Murder of Laken Riley | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Murder of Laken Riley | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

22-year-old nursing student, Laken Riley was found brutally murdered on a running path on the University of Georgia's campus on February 22, 2024. This episode with Vinnie Politan investigates her murder and the trial of her alleged murderer, Jose Ibarra.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttvTwitter/X htt

Nov 15, 2024 • 43:45

The Root of Evil | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

The Root of Evil | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

After dentist Norman Larzelere was shot by a masked man and died in the arms of his hysterical wife Virginia, police initially suspected a robbery gone wrong, until a friend of Virginia’s oldest son Jason stepped forward, and revealing a twisted plot put into motion by the grieving widow herself.To stream more Court TV originals, click here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.co

Nov 14, 2024 • 44:09

The 'Blackout Killer' | Interview With A Killer Podcast

The 'Blackout Killer' | Interview With A Killer Podcast

In this episode, David Scott confronts convicted murderer Bo Pete Jeffrey, who insists that he has no memory of the events surrounding the murder of his wife, Lisa. Her severely beaten body was discovered hidden beneath the bed in the couple's RV. Jeffrey was convicted of her murder and continues to proclaim his innocence, despite the evidence that led to his conviction.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/bo-pete-jeffrey/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://w

Nov 11, 2024 • 44:36

Karen Read Returns to Court | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Karen Read Returns to Court | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Karen Read’s case centers on the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, found outside another officer's home during a snowstorm in January 2022. Prosecutors allege that Read ran over O'Keefe with her car after a dispute, leaving him to die in the snow. Read maintains her innocence, arguing that O'Keefe was harmed by other officers and that she’s being framed. Following a mistrial in Karen Read's case due to a jury deadlock, her defense has requested the dismissal of some cha

Nov 9, 2024 • 43:43

The Winn Dixie Murder | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

The Winn Dixie Murder | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

When Sherri Malarik was found dead in a Winn Dixie parking lot, police suspected her husband Greg was involved. Twenty years later the confession of his former lover led him to be charged with his wife’s murder. Will her testimony be enough to convince a jury to send him away for life? To stream more Court TV originals, click here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/

Nov 7, 2024 • 44:23

Catfishing For Murder | Interview With A Killer Podcast

Catfishing For Murder | Interview With A Killer Podcast

Alaskan authorities named Denali Brehmer as the mastermind behind a murder-for-hire plot that left Cynthia Hoffman dead in 2019. Sitting down for her first-ever interview, David Scott questions Brehmer’s claim that she was catfished into killing.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/title/catfishing-for-murder-interview-with-a-killer/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast

Nov 5, 2024 • 44:33

The Husband and Au Pair Murder Trial | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Husband and Au Pair Murder Trial | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Brendan Banfield and his au pair are accused of killing his wife, Christine Banfield, and Joseph Ryan. Vinnie Politan details the crime and the developing case against Brendan and the au pair.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/juliana-peres-magalhaes/) (https://www.courttv.com/tag/brendan-banfield/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podca

Nov 2, 2024 • 43:46

Bourbon, Bullets, and Betrayal | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Bourbon, Bullets, and Betrayal | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Vicki and Gerald Monroe's dream of owning and operating a Louisville bar together came to a tragic end when Vicki found her husband shot dead and the cash register emptied in an apparent robbery. But the authenticity of the anguish in her 911 call was called into question when a car identified by an eyewitness led back to the couple's son Leslie, who pointed the finger at his mother for the murder. To stream more Court TV originals, click here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.c

Oct 31, 2024 • 44:14

'Honor' Killings | Interview with a Killer Podcast

'Honor' Killings | Interview with a Killer Podcast

Dubbed "honor killings" by the national media, the murder of two teenage girls near Dallas, Texas, sparked a nationwide manhunt for the prime suspect: their father, Yaser Said. Now, for the first time since his conviction, Said breaks his silence about the night he fatally shot his daughters, the events leading up to the tragedy, and how he managed to evade capture for over a decade.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/yaser-said/)

Oct 29, 2024 • 36:07

The Delphi Murders and Richard Allen | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Delphi Murders and Richard Allen | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan takes a closer look at the chilling Delphi murder case that has haunted the community for years and the case against Richard Allen. He explores the mysterious circumstances surrounding the deaths of two young girls, Abigail ‘Abby’ Williams and Liberty ‘Libby’ German, who were killed while hiking. Vinnie interviews experts, shares insights from law enforcement, and delves into the evidence that has emerged. This episode reveals the ongoing search for justice and its emotional toll

Oct 26, 2024 • 43:45

Suitcase Murder Trial: Sarah Boone Takes the Stand | Court TV Podcast

Suitcase Murder Trial: Sarah Boone Takes the Stand | Court TV Podcast

In February 2020, Sarah Boone called 911 to report that her boyfriend Jorge Torres was dead. She initially told investigators that he had gotten into a suitcase while they were playing a game and that she passed out as Jorge suffocated to death. After authorities discovered videos of Sarah taunting Jorge as he begged to be let out of the suitcase, telling her that he couldn’t breathe, she was charged with second-degree murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features Sarah Boone testifying

Oct 24, 2024 • 3:19:10

A Double Life | Interview With A Killer Podcast

A Double Life | Interview With A Killer Podcast

A gruesome video on a stolen SD card exposes Brian Steven Smith's secret double life and leads to his conviction in the murders of 52-year-old Veronica Abouchuk and 30-year-old Kathleen Henry. Host David Scott goes into prison and confronts this soft-spoken husband – and serial killer – about his nighttime hunts for vulnerable Alaskan women.  Scott attempts to understand this convicted murderer's thoughts and motivations. For more on this case, CLICK HERE. https://www.courttv.com/tag/brian-steve

Oct 22, 2024 • 44:42

Burn Pile Murder Trial Family Testimony | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Burn Pile Murder Trial Family Testimony | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Melody Farris is charged with the murder of her husband, Gary a prominent Atlanta-area attorney whose remains were found in a burn pile on their vast property. Julia Jenaé, filling in for Vinnie Politan, investigates the Farris family's courtroom testimony including how family dynamics, body language, emotional ties, and individual perspectives influence their accounts.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. https://www.courttv.com/tag/melody-walker-farris/Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https:/

Oct 19, 2024 • 43:45

Toddler In Landfill Murder Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

Toddler In Landfill Murder Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

In 2022 Leilani Simon and her then boyfriend made a frantic 911 call reporting her twenty-month-old son Quinton Simon was kidnapped. A weeks-long search for little Quinton tragically ended when his body was found in a landfill. Nearly two years after little Quinton’s remains were discovered, Leilani stands trial for her son’s murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features opening statements from 10/14/2024. For more on The Toddler In Landfill Murder Trial, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV L

Oct 17, 2024 • 1:36:42

The Prosecution of Alec Baldwin | Victim to Verdict Podcast

The Prosecution of Alec Baldwin | Victim to Verdict Podcast

In this episode of Victim to Verdict, Ted Rowlands discusses the tragic incident on the set of the film "Rust" where cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot while Alec Baldwin was rehearsing a scene. The podcast explores Baldwin's role as an actor and producer, raising questions about safety protocols and responsibilities on set, and whether actors are responsible when told a prop gun is safe. It also covers the dramatic conclusion of Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial.For more on

Oct 15, 2024 • 42:56

The Death of Little Quinton | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Death of Little Quinton | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

This episode delves into the tragic case of Quinton Simon, a 20-month-old boy who went missing in Savannah, Georgia, in October 2022. Vinnie Politan investigates the search for him, focusing on the involvement of his mother, Leilani Simon who initially faced scrutiny, and was later charged with his murder. Through interviews, expert analysis, and detailed accounts of the search efforts, Vinnie examines the heartbreaking circumstances surrounding Quinton's death.For more on the case, CLICK HERE.

Oct 12, 2024 • 43:45

Burn Pile Murder Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

Burn Pile Murder Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

In July 2018, authorities were called to the property of Gary Farris, a prominent Atlanta attorney, for a report of human remains in a fire. Investigators initially thought Gary had a medical issue and fell into an active burn pile until they discovered a bullet lodged into one of his ribs. Now his rocky marriage is under a microscope as his wife Melody stands trial for his murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features opening statements from 10/7/2024 in The Burn Pile Murder Trial.For m

Oct 10, 2024 • 1:32:42

The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery | Victim to Verdict Podcast

The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Ahmaud Arbery was out jogging when three white men assumed he was a burglar, chased him down, and shot him multiple times. Cellphone video captured by Arbery’s assailants proved to the jury that these men were not the heroes they claimed to be. This episode examines the murder case, trial proceedings, and the fight for justice for Ahmaud.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. https://www.courttv.com/tag/arbery/Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigation Newsl

Oct 8, 2024 • 37:29

Deep Dive Into Sheriff Shawn Stines | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Deep Dive Into Sheriff Shawn Stines | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

In a deep dive investigation, Vinnie Politan examines the case of Sheriff Shawn Stines, who has been charged with the murder of Judge Kevin Mullins in his chamber. The report explores Stines' background, his term as sheriff, and the events leading up to the tragic incident. The investigation also looks into bigger issues of accountability and safety within the judicial system, pointing out the need for change because of the growing violence against officials.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today

Oct 5, 2024 • 43:45

Suitcase Murder Trial: Sarah Boone Interrogation | Court TV Podcast

Suitcase Murder Trial: Sarah Boone Interrogation | Court TV Podcast

Jorge Torres and Sarah Boone were a couple living in central Florida with a tumultuous past. In February 2020 during a night of drinking at Sarah’s home, Jorge got into a suitcase that was then zipped shut. The next morning Sarah called 9-1-1 and when police responded, Jorge was dead, and Sarah was charged with second-degree murder after police discovered videos of Sarah taunting Jorge as he begged to be let out of the suitcase. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features Sarah’s full police i

Oct 3, 2024 • 1:57:54

Deep Dive Into Sarah Boone | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Deep Dive Into Sarah Boone | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

In this episode, Vinnie Politan performs an in-depth investigation into Sarah Boone's case. He analyzes the alleged events leading to Jorge Torres' death, the specifics of the incident, and the legal approaches being used in Boone's defense as she gets ready for trial. Sarah Boone's current lawyer, James Owens, and one of her former attorneys, Frank Bankowitz join Vinnie and provide their perspectives and analyze crucial evidence and testimonies connected to the case.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Str

Oct 3, 2024 • 43:44

Chaos in Kenosha | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Chaos in Kenosha | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Kyle Rittenhouse shot and killed two people and maimed a third during a Black Lives Matter protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The 17-year-old, armed with an AR-15, claimed he acted in self-defense because he feared for his life. His dramatic trial and acquittal captured the attention of the world. Court TV takes a closer look at this important case in this episode of Victim to Verdict with Ted Rowlands.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigation Newsletter h

Oct 2, 2024 • 44:38

Analyzing Jenn Soto’s Actions | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Analyzing Jenn Soto’s Actions | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

In this episode of the Vinnie Politan Investigates podcast, Vinnie Politan delves into the case surrounding Jenn Soto, whose daughter, 13-year-old Madeline Soto, was tragically abused and murdered. The investigation focuses on Jenn's behaviors and decisions before and after the crime, analyzing how they may reflect the unfolding of the events. They also question if Jenn was aware of the alleged sexual abuse of Madeline by Stephen Sterns. For more on the case, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com

Sep 28, 2024 • 44:00

A Clown at the Door | Victim to Verdict Podcast

A Clown at the Door | Victim to Verdict Podcast

In 1990, Marlene Warren was shot and killed by a clown at her door carrying balloons and a basket of flowers. Even though police suspected Warren’s ex-husband and his then-girlfriend, Sheila Keen, it took 27 years for authorities to catch her killer after advancements in forensic evidence in this episode of 'Victim to Verdict with Ted Rowlands.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www

Sep 26, 2024 • 44:57

Menendez Brothers Murder Trial: Lyle Menendez Testimony| Court TV Podcast

Menendez Brothers Murder Trial: Lyle Menendez Testimony| Court TV Podcast

Thirty-one years after Erik and Lyle Menendez stood trial for the shotgun murders of their parents, this controversial and tragic case still captivates the world of true crime. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the first day of Lyle Menendez’s testimony from 1993. Hear his first-hand account as he tearfully details the alleged sexual abuse he suffered from his parents.For more on the Menendez Brothers, Click Here.To watch the full Menendez Brothers Murder Trial, Click Here.To listen

Sep 26, 2024 • 1:28:17

Christmas Parade Rampage Trial | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Christmas Parade Rampage Trial | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Darrell Brooks is accused of killing six people and injuring dozens more when he drove an SUV through the Waukesha Christmas Parade in 2021. While his alleged motive, if any, remains unknown, a criminal complaint explains that the mayhem immediately followed a domestic incident in what prosecutors may call an anger-fueled rampage. A town tragedy with a defendant representing himself and a judge caught in the middle. Court TV’s Ted Rowlands goes from the crime scene to the courtroom in the Christ

Sep 26, 2024 • 45:01

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial | Victim to Verdict Podcast

An afternoon movie date turns deadly when a retired police captain claims he acted in self-defense, but will a jury believe that his life was in danger? Former Tampa police officer Curtis Reeves is on trial for the 2014 shooting death of Chad Oulson at a movie theater. Investigators say the men got into an argument when Reeves confronted Oulson about using his cellphone. Surveillance video shows Oulson grab Reeves’ popcorn and throw it at him. Reeves then fires a gun, fatally wounding Oulson. Re

Sep 26, 2024 • 44:59

SC v Robertson | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

SC v Robertson | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Investigators compared the gruesome scene of Earl and Terry Robertson’s deaths to that of the Charles Manson murders. Authorities quickly zeroed in on the victims’ son Jimmy, who stood to inherit over two million dollars, but what shocked the small South Carolina community the most was the alleged involvement of mild-mannered Meredith Moon. How did she become wrapped up in one of South Carolina’s most horrific crimes? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an audio edition

Sep 25, 2024 • 44:14

Downfall of Diddy | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Downfall of Diddy | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

In this episode of Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast, Vinnie Politan does a deep dive into the new charges against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. He was arrested for federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges and pleaded not guilty. An indictment says the music mogul “engaged in a persistent and pervasive pattern of abuse toward women and other individuals." For more on the case, CLICK HERE. https://www.courttv.com/tag/sean-diddy-combs/Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/J

Sep 25, 2024 • 44:16

Dissecting Carly Gregg | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Dissecting Carly Gregg | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

As Carly Gregg’s trial continues, Vinnie Politan dissects her body language, her mental health, and what happened the day she shot her mother and stepfather. Vinnie Politan and his expert guests analyze Carly Gregg's body language in footage following the shooting of her mother, Ashley Smylie. They also examine Carly's relationship with her stepfather, Heath Smylie, and the severity of Carly's mental health issues.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. https://www.courttv.com/tag/carly-gregg/Watch 24

Sep 21, 2024 • 44:15

The Snake Farm Murder | Victim to Verdict

The Snake Farm Murder | Victim to Verdict

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Sep 20, 2024 • 44:39

Deadly Daughter Murder Trial: Heath Smylie Testifies | Court TV Podcast

Deadly Daughter Murder Trial: Heath Smylie Testifies | Court TV Podcast

Carly Gregg is a fifteen-year-old girl facing a potential life sentence for allegedly murdering her mother and attempting to kill her stepfather. Why would a seemingly normal teenage girl be compelled to commit these crimes? This episode of the Court TV Podcast takes you inside the courtroom as Heath Smylie, the defendant’s stepfather and surviving victim, testifies in the case against her on 9/17/2024. For more on the case against Carly Gregg, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today ht

Sep 19, 2024 • 1:42:25

The Doomsday Cult Mom | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Doomsday Cult Mom | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan is investigating the deaths and chaos surrounding Lori Vallow Daybell. Lori has been sentenced to serve three life sentences without the possibility of parole in Idaho for the murders of her two youngest children and her husband's first wife.Additionally, Lori is facing charges of conspiracy to commit first-degree murder in two separate cases. The first indictment alleges that Lori conspired with her brother, Alex Cox, to murder her fourth husband, Charles Vallow. She is also char

Sep 18, 2024 • 44:14

Johnny Depp V Amber Heard | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Johnny Depp V Amber Heard | Victim to Verdict Podcast

In 2022, actors and ex-spouses Johnny Depp and Amber Heard squared off in a Virginia courtroom. Depp sued Heard for defamation after she wrote about domestic abuse in an op-ed that appeared in The Washington Post. Depp wasn't named in the article but claimed the piece implied he abused her, and as a result, he lost movie roles and faced public scorn. Heard countersued Depp, claiming his former attorney Adam Waldman defamed her by publicly calling her claims of abuse "a hoax."After nearly 13 hour

Sep 14, 2024 • 44:31

The Case Against Courtney Clenney: Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Case Against Courtney Clenney: Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

In this episode of the Court TV Podcast, Vinnie Politan examines the circumstances and facts surrounding the case against OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney. She is accused of fatally stabbing her 27-year-old, live-in boyfriend, Christian Obumseli, in their Miami apartment in April 2022. Clenney is charged with second-degree murder and claims she acted in self-defense.As part of their investigation, detectives obtained a search warrant for not only Courtney’s accounts but also those of her parents,

Sep 14, 2024 • 44:17

Deadly Daughter Murder Trial: Pre-Trial Motion Hearing | Court TV Podcast

Deadly Daughter Murder Trial: Pre-Trial Motion Hearing | Court TV Podcast

Carly Gregg was just fourteen years old when prosecutors say she committed the unthinkable. She stands accused of fatally shooting her own mother and attempting to kill her stepfather. What would compel a young girl, with an outstanding academic record according to defense attorneys, to carry out such a heinous act? This episode of the Court TV Podcast features audio from a pre-trial motion hearing from 9/10/2024 before Carly Gregg faces a jury.For more on the case against Carly Gregg, Click Her

Sep 12, 2024 • 1:45:28

The Case Against Donna Adelson | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Case Against Donna Adelson | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Julia Jenaé, in for Vinnie Politan, examines the case against Donna Adelson and her alleged involvement in the murder-for-hire plot of her former son-in-law, Dan Markel in this episode.#CourtTV #Podcast #VinniePolitanInvestigates Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today(https://www.courttv.com/)Join the Investigation Newsletter (https://www.courttv.com/email/)Court TV Podcast (https://www.courttv.com/podcast/)FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttvTwitter/X https://twitter.com/Cou

Sep 7, 2024 • 44:13

The Tomato Patch Murder | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

The Tomato Patch Murder | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Sixty-four-year-old Thurman Martin ruled his family with an iron fist, brutally beating anyone who dared stand up to his emotional and physical abuse. Then one day he vanished, his family telling police he'd left with just a few changes of clothing. But when Martin's body was discovered buried under a tomato patch in his yard, the biggest challenge investigators would face was narrowing down the number of suspects in a family where everyone wanted him dead.For more Court TV originals, click here

Sep 5, 2024 • 43:42

The Disappearance of Mamta Kafle Bhatt | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Disappearance of Mamta Kafle Bhatt | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan investigates missing mother and wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, and the odd circumstances surrounding her disappearance. Julia Jenaé provides an update on the arrest of Mamta's husband, Naresh who is charged with concealing a body. #CourtTV #Podcast #VinniePolitanInvestigates Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today(https://www.courttv.com/)Join the Investigation Newsletter (https://www.courttv.com/email/)Court TV Podcast (https://www.courttv.com/podcast/)FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://ww

Aug 31, 2024 • 45:10

The Hairdresser, The Hitman, and The Grandmother| Accomplice To Murder Podcast

The Hairdresser, The Hitman, and The Grandmother| Accomplice To Murder Podcast

The cold-blooded murder of Ron Stovall - chased down and executed inside his own home - had all the signs of a mob hit. After a criminal with alleged ties to organized crime was arrested with the murder weapon, police thought they had their man until a shocking courtroom confession blew open a deadly conspiracy involving a grandmother, a hairdresser, her wannabe gangster boyfriend, and a murderous custody dispute.For more Court TV originals, click here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today http

Aug 29, 2024 • 43:43

The Idaho Student Murders | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

The Idaho Student Murders | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan investigates the deaths of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin and their alleged murderer, Bryan Kohberger.#CourtTV #Podcast #VinniePolitanInvestigatesCatch Up on the Facts: (https://www.courttv.com/tag/bryan-kohberger/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttvTwit

Aug 24, 2024 • 43:52

Monsters in Plain Sight | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Monsters in Plain Sight | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

In a case that shocked the nation, a mother and son stand trial for the unthinkable. Shanda Vander Ark, once a promising law clerk, now faces murder charges in the death of her own child. But was her eldest son a willing accomplice, or another victim manipulated by a monster?For more Court TV originals, click here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW TH

Aug 22, 2024 • 44:31

Sarah Boone | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Sarah Boone | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan digs into the Suitcase Murder Trial of Sarah Boone, who is charged with the second-degree murder of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr. Boone says she fell asleep during a game of hide and seek and awoke to find her boyfriend dead-zipped inside a suitcase at the couple’s home. After 8 attorneys withdrew from her case, the judge ruled that Boone must represent herself pro se. Joined by the Honorable Judge Belvin Perry, Vinnie Politan takes a look at all sides of this case, including th

Aug 19, 2024 • 44:22

Knocking Neighbor Shooting Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

Knocking Neighbor Shooting Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

Ajike “AJ,” Owens was a mother of four who was fatally shot through her neighbor’s door during an ongoing feud, but will Susan Lorincz’s actions be seen as self-defense? This episode features opening statements in the Knocking Neighbor Shooting Trial from 8/13/2024. Hear both sides lay out their cases for the men and women tasked with determining whether or not this shooting was justified.For more on the Knocking Neighbor Shooting Trial, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://w

Aug 15, 2024 • 51:07

Jeff German and Robert Telles | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Jeff German and Robert Telles | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Vinnie Politan looks at the life and death of investigative journalist Jeff German and the evidence against the man accused of killing him, former Clark County public administrator Robert Telles. In this episode, Vinnie digs into the reasons prosecutors believe Telles, now 47, killed German - over articles German wrote for the Las Vegas Review-Journal about Telles’ alleged inappropriate relationship with a female staffer. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police were able to locate surveillance video of a

Aug 9, 2024 • 43:39

Death at a Daycare | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Death at a Daycare | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

In 2010 Rusty Sneiderman was gunned down at his son’s preschool in an Atlanta suburb. As investigators continued to pull the threads surrounding his murder, they were led to Hemy Neuman: the boss of Rusty’s wife Andrea and her alleged affair partner. Did Hemy act alone? Or was he coerced by Andrea to get Rusty out of the picture?For more Court TV originals, click here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Cou

Aug 8, 2024 • 44:04

“Black Swan” Murder Trial: Ashley Benefield Testifies | Court TV Podcast

“Black Swan” Murder Trial: Ashley Benefield Testifies | Court TV Podcast

Ashley Benefield is a former ballerina who fatally shot her estranged husband in the middle of a child custody dispute. She claims that the shooting was in self-defense, but prosecutors say it was murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features Benefield’s testimony from 7/26/2024, telling the jury her firsthand account. For more on the "Black Swan" Murder Trial, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.c

Aug 1, 2024 • 2:37:27

“Black Swan” Murder Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

“Black Swan” Murder Trial: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast

Ashley Benefield is a former ballerina on trial for the fatal shooting of her husband during a child custody battle. She claims she was in fear for her life while prosecutors say it was murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features opening statements from the Black Swan Murder Trial from 7/23/2024. Hear both sides lay out their cases for the jury that will have to determine if this shooting was in self-defense or in cold blood. For more on the "Black Swan" Murder Trial, Click Here.Watch

Jul 25, 2024 • 36:08

“Black Swan” Murder Trial: Final Pretrial Hearing| Court TV Podcast

“Black Swan” Murder Trial: Final Pretrial Hearing| Court TV Podcast

A former ballerina caught up in a whirlwind romance that ended with her shooting her estranged husband. Ashley Benefield claims she shot Doug Benefield in self-defense, but prosecutors say that this fatal shooting was murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the final motion hearing from 7/16/2024 before Benefield faces a jury. For more on the "Black Swan" Murder Trial, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https:/

Jul 18, 2024 • 4:09:55

The Case Against Alec Baldwin | Court TV Special

The Case Against Alec Baldwin | Court TV Special

Alec Baldwin faces criminal charges for the film set shooting that sent shockwaves through Hollywood. In an audio edition of this documentary special, Court TV breaks down exactly what happened when Baldwin shot and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.For more on the Alec Baldwin Manslaughter Trial, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE

Jul 11, 2024 • 44:25

Groomed to Kill? | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Groomed to Kill? | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

A father bludgeoned to death. A confession by his sons, Alex and Derek King. But did family friend Ricky Chavis play a role in this brutal murder? The boys’ confession is called into question after the discovery that Ricky is a pedophile who was after Alex. his episode of the Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original true crime series Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan, which examines the cases and verdicts that may not be as clear-cut as initially thought.For more Court T

Jul 4, 2024 • 43:50

Faith No More | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

Faith No More | Accomplice to Murder Podcast

The prosecution claims Jamie Faith was executed by war hero Darrin Lopez so that he could be with his high school sweetheart Jennifer Faith, with whom he was having an online BDSM affair. But the defense argues Jennifer exploited Darrin's trust and PTSD, faking abuse to convince him she was in mortal danger. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original true crime series Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan, which examines the cases and verdicts that may not

Jun 27, 2024 • 44:22

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Michael Proctor Cross Examination | Court TV Podcast

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Michael Proctor Cross Examination | Court TV Podcast

The death of Boson police officer John O’Keefe has left a community divided. Prosecutors claim his girlfriend, Karen Read, backed into him with her SUV, leaving him to die in the snow, while she says that she has been framed for his murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the cross-examination of trooper Michael Proctor, the lead investigator in the controversial case against Karen Read from 6/12/2024.For more on the case against Karen Read, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stre

Jun 20, 2024 • 4:05:19

Murder of Madeline Soto: Case Against Stephan Sterns | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Murder of Madeline Soto: Case Against Stephan Sterns | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Imagine the world of 13-year-old Madeline Soto, who was sent to sleep in a bed with her mom's boyfriend by her own mother. Now that man, Stephan Sterns, is accused of abusing and killing that child. In this episode, Vinnie Politan and his expert guests look more closely at Stephan Sterns, including his police interviews, body language and cellphone analysis, to answer the question everybody is wondering: Does Sterns' story add up?#CourtTV #Podcast #VinniePolitanInvestigates #MadelineSoto #Stepha

Jun 16, 2024 • 41:30

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Michael Proctor Direct Examination | Court TV Podcast

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Michael Proctor Direct Examination | Court TV Podcast

Prosecutors allege Boson police officer John O’Keefe was hit by his girlfriend’s SUV and left to die in the snow after a night of drinking. Defense attorneys claim that Karen Read is not only innocent but that she is the target of an elaborate cover-up. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the direct examination of Michael Proctor, the lead investigator in this case from 6/10/2024. For more on the case against Karen Read, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.cour

Jun 13, 2024 • 2:40:19

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Crime Scene and Evidence Testimony | Court TV Podcast

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Crime Scene and Evidence Testimony | Court TV Podcast

PODCAST: In January 2022 Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe was found dead in the snow outside of a friend’s house in Canton, Massachusetts. Prosecutors say Karen Read, O’Keefe’s girlfriend, hit him with her car and left him to die, while she claims that she is being framed. As jurors take in every piece of evidence and testimony, they are tasked with determining if Karen Read is a killer, or the scapegoat in an elaborate cover-up conspiracy. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features testimo

Jun 6, 2024 • 1:41:03

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Brian Higgins Testimony | Court TV Podcast

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Brian Higgins Testimony | Court TV Podcast

PODCAST: Prosecutors say Karen Read hit John O’Keefe, a Boston police officer and her boyfriend of two years, with her SUV and left him to die in the snow outside of his friend’s house while she claims that she is being framed by someone who was inside that home. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features key testimony from Brian Higgins, which occurred on 5/24/2024 and 5/28/2024. Attorneys for the commonwealth and the defense question him about his relationship with the victim and the defend

May 30, 2024 • 5:36:42

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial of Karen Read: Case Evidence | Court TV Podcast

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial of Karen Read: Case Evidence | Court TV Podcast

Vinnie Politan digs deep into the Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial of Karen Read, who is charged with killing her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe. This episode will explore the evidence against Karen Read and examine her relationship with John O’Keefe. Plus, Vinnie Politan travels to Dedham, Massachusetts and follows the route Read and O’Keefe took - from bar hopping to a fellow officer's house nearby - where O'Keefe's dead body was found outside in the snow. At trial, Brian Albert

May 28, 2024 • 44:57

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Jennifer McCabe Testifies

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Jennifer McCabe Testifies

In the early morning hours of January 29, 2022, the body of Boston police officer John O’Keefe was discovered outside of a friend’s house. Prosecutors claim his girlfriend Karen Read backed into him with her SUV and left him to die in the snow, while her attorneys claim that she’s being framed for his murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the testimony from Jennifer McCabe, a star witness for the prosecution and an eyewitness of Karen Read’s behavior the morning John O’Keefe was

May 23, 2024 • 7:15:35

Baldwin Movie Shooting | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Baldwin Movie Shooting | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Join the host of Court TV’s Closing Arguments with Vinnie Politan as he digs deeper into the Alec Baldwin Movie Shooting ahead of Baldwin’s trial. Vinnie and his guests take a close look at the trial of the “Rust” movie armorer, Hannah Gutierrez, who is serving an 18-month sentence for involuntary manslaughter. How did live rounds make it to the movie set? And who was ultimately in charge? These are all questions that prosecutors will address as they work to hold Alec Baldwin responsible for inj

May 20, 2024 • 55:48

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Brian Albert Takes the Stand

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Brian Albert Takes the Stand

A community is divided over the murder of a Boston Police Officer. In January 2022 the body of John O’Keefe was found in the snow outside of a friend’s house after a night of drinking. Prosecutors say his girlfriend, Karen Read, backed her SUV into him and left him to die, while she claims that she’s being framed for his murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast feature key testimony from Brian Albert on May 13th, 2024; the firsthand account of the owner of the home where John O’Keefe’s body

May 16, 2024 • 2:58:02

Doomsday Prophet Murder Trial: Zulema Pastenes Testifies

Doomsday Prophet Murder Trial: Zulema Pastenes Testifies

PODCAST: The bizarre web of death that surrounds Lori and Chad Daybell continues to unfold in an Idaho courtroom as Chad stands trial for three murders: two of Lori’s children along with Chad’s previous wife. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features testimony from 5/7/2024 as another member of Chad and Lori’s inner circle outlines the teachings of the self-proclaimed doomsday prophet. Hear the firsthand account of Zulema Pastenes, the widow of Lori’s brother Alex Cox, as prosecutors build t

May 9, 2024 • 3:56:18

Doomsday Prophet Murder Trial | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Doomsday Prophet Murder Trial | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

PODCAST- Vinnie Politan investigates the bizarre world of Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow Daybell, commonly referred to as “The Doomsday Couple.” Both faced charges in the deaths of Lori’s two children, 7-year-old JJ Vallow and 16-year-old Tylee Ryan, and Chad’s first wife, Tammy Daybell. Last year, Lori was convicted on conspiracy and first-degree murder charges and is serving the first of three consecutive life sentences without parole. Chad is on trial now, where prosecutors say Chad and Lori us

May 6, 2024 • 44:03

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Opening Statements

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Opening Statements

PODCAST: Prosecutors say Karen Read backed her SUV into John O’Keefe, her police officer boyfriend, and then left him to die in the snow. Read’s attorneys claim that she is being framed and is the target of an elaborate cover-up carried out by O’Keefe’s friends and colleagues. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features both sides laying out their cases for the jury in opening statements in the Killer or Cover Up Murder Trial.For more on the case against Karen Read, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court

May 2, 2024 • 1:20:28

Bryan Kohberger | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Bryan Kohberger | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

PODCAST: In this episode, Court TV host and former prosecutor Vinnie Politan explores the evidence in this case leading up to and following the murders - information that prosecutors are using to build what Vinnie Politan predicts will be an “epic courtroom battle.” Vinnie explains the complex nature of trying a case with a series of circumstances and no direct evidence. Next, Vinnie and his expert panel, including Dr. Gary Brucato, a psychologist and author, and forensic death investigator Jose

Apr 27, 2024 • 42:42

The Doomsday Prophet Murder Trial: David Warwick Testimony

The Doomsday Prophet Murder Trial: David Warwick Testimony

Nearly one year after Lori Vallow Daybell was convicted in the murders of her two children and her husband’s previous wife, Chad Daybell faces a jury himself for his alleged role in these murders. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features testimony from Chad and Lori’s inner circle: David Warick, one of the last people to see JJ Vallow alive. For more on the case against Chad Daybell, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter h

Apr 25, 2024 • 1:54:43

Baldwin Movie Shooting Trial: Hannah Gutierrez Sentenced

Baldwin Movie Shooting Trial: Hannah Gutierrez Sentenced

PODCAST: In 2021 tragedy struck during a rehearsal on a film set in New Mexico. A gun went off in Alec Baldwin’s hand, killing cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injuring writer-director Joel Souza. Now, the film’s armorer Hanna Gutierrez has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter and Alec Baldwin awaits trial for the same charge. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features Hannah Gutierrez’s sentencing on April 15, 2024, in full: from emotional victim impact statements to the judge handi

Apr 18, 2024 • 1:28:56

JonBenét Ramsey - The Ransom Note | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

JonBenét Ramsey - The Ransom Note | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

PODCAST: The murder of JonBenét Ramsey has puzzled investigators for more than two decades, despite being a relatively small and contained crime scene and police finding a ransom note.In this podcast episode, Vinnie Politan will examine the note more closely and explore the reasons why the case is still unsolved after all these years.In this episode, Vinnie Politan is joined by Michael Vail, a classmate of Gary Oliva. They discuss conversations and letters, including Oliva's confession that he’s

Apr 14, 2024 • 22:45

The Doomsday Prophet Murder Trial: Opening Statements

The Doomsday Prophet Murder Trial: Opening Statements

In June 2020, the search for Lori Vallow Daybell’s children, Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow, came to a tragic end when their remains were found buried on Chad Daybell’s property. This was just months after the suspicious death of Chad’s previous wife Tammy Daybell. Now, nearly four years later, Lori has been convicted for her roles in all three murders, and Chad Daybell faces a jury himself. On this week’s Court TV Podcast, you’ll hear both sides’ opening statements in full as the Doomsday Prophet Mu

Apr 11, 2024 • 42:21

Murdaugh Family Murders | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Murdaugh Family Murders | Victim to Verdict Podcast

This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original series Victim to Verdict with Ted Rowlands, which spotlights every moment from the crime scene to the courtroom, tapping into the best of Court TV’s real-time coverage of high-profile cases. This episode focuses in on the trial of Alex Murdaugh, a once prominent South Carolina attorney whose life began to unravel after a long history of fraud came to light and his wife Maggie and his son Paul were both murdered on the family’

Apr 4, 2024 • 45:04

Doomsday Cult Mom Case | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Doomsday Cult Mom Case | Victim to Verdict Podcast

Last May Lori Vallow Daybell, known to some as the "Doomsday Cult Mom," was convicted in the murders of her two children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, and her husband’s previous wife Tammy Daybell. A tragic case with allegations of cult-like religious beliefs centered around doomsday prophecies. Now Lori’s husband and alleged co-conspirator, Chad Daybell, prepares to face a jury himself. This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original series Victim to Verdict with Ted Rowland

Mar 28, 2024 • 44:43

Delphi Murders - Courtroom Chaos | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

Delphi Murders - Courtroom Chaos | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast

It’s been seven years since 13-year-old Abigail Williams and 14-year-old Liberty German were killed in Delphi, Indiana. Join Closing Arguments host Vinnie Politan as he looks at all sides of the case against Richard Allen, including the pre-trial nightmare surrounding Allen’s case.Special Guests:Anya Cain: Investigative journalist and co-host of "The Murder Sheet" podcastKevin Greenlee: Attorney and co-host of "The Murder Sheet" podcastBob Motta: Criminal Defense Attorney and host of the "Defens

Mar 24, 2024 • 22:51

Small-Town Secrets Murder Trial: Opening Statements

Small-Town Secrets Murder Trial: Opening Statements

It was a brutal double homicide in a small New England town. In January of 2017, police found Christine Sullivan and Jenna Pellegrini dead underneath the porch of a home in Farmington, New Hampshire. Prosecutors paint their accused killer, Timothy Verrill, as a paranoid drug dealer, alleging that he was involved in a drug trafficking operation with Sullivan and the home’s owner, her boyfriend Dean Smoronk and that he killed the two women believing that Pellegrini was a police informant. Defense

Mar 21, 2024 • 1:10:08

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Motions Argued in Case Against Karen Read

Killer or Cover-Up Murder Trial: Motions Argued in Case Against Karen Read

In the early morning hours of January 29th, 2022 the body of Boston police officer John O’Keefe was found in the snow outside of a suburban home, now his girlfriend of over two years prepares to stand trial for his murder. Prosecutors allege Karen Read backed her SUV into O’Keefe after a night of drinking and then left him to die in the snow. Defense attorneys claim that O’Keefe was beaten inside of the home and tossed outside in the snow and that Karen Read is the scapegoat in an elaborate cove

Mar 14, 2024 • 1:05:43

The Life and Death of Madeline Soto | Closing Arguments Podcast

The Life and Death of Madeline Soto | Closing Arguments Podcast

PODCAST: Days after the body of a missing 13-year-old girl was found in a wooded area of Kissimmee, Florida, no charges have been filed in her death; but her stepfather is facing charges that he sexually abused her, and that abuse may have gone on for years. Vinnie Politan and his guests dig into the timeline of Madeline's disappearance and the affidavit obtained by #CourtTV following the arrest of Madeline's stepfather, Stephan Sterns.#CourtTV #Podcast - Madeline Soto Murder CaseMORE HERE: http

Mar 10, 2024 • 29:36

Baldwin Movie Shooting Trial: "Rust," Director Joel Souza Testifies

Baldwin Movie Shooting Trial: "Rust," Director Joel Souza Testifies

While Alec Baldwin was rehearsing a scene for his movie “Rust,” tragedy struck the set. A firearm went off in the actor’s hand with a live round loaded. The bullet ended up taking the life of the film’s cinematographer Haleyna Hutchins and wounding the director Joel Souza. Now Alec Baldwin and the film’s armorer, Hannah Gutierrez, are both charged with involuntary manslaughter. On this week’s Court TV Podcast, you’ll hear Joel Souza, the film’s director and surviving victim of the shooting, test

Mar 7, 2024 • 1:05:39

School Shooter Mom Trial: Jennifer Crumbley Takes The Stand

School Shooter Mom Trial: Jennifer Crumbley Takes The Stand

On November 30th, 2021 the community of Oxford Township, Michigan was stunned by tragedy. Four young lives, Madisyn Baldwin, Tate Myre, Hana St. Juliana, and Justin Shilling were taken at Oxford High School just days after students returned from Thanksgiving break. Now the teenage shooter has pleaded guilty, and in an unprecedented turn of events, his mother has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter, and his father awaits trial for the same charges. On this week’s Court TV Podcast, you’ll h

Feb 29, 2024 • 3:21:52

The Murder of Harmony Montgomery Trial: Closing Arguments

The Murder of Harmony Montgomery Trial: Closing Arguments

Harmony Montgomery was living in a car with her father, her stepmother, and two other children when she was last seen alive. Nearly five years later, her father stands trial for her murder. After weeks of testimony, the state and the defense made their final pleas to the jury. Prosecutors claim that Adam was the one who killed Harmony, while the defense alleges that the defendant’s estranged wife, a key eyewitness for the state, was responsible and lied to protect herself. On this week’s Court T

Feb 22, 2024 • 2:39:54

The Murder of Harmony Montgomery Trial: Case Evidence

The Murder of Harmony Montgomery Trial: Case Evidence

Vinnie Politan digs through the case evidence in the trial of Adam Montgomery, who is charged in the death of his five-year-old daughter, and the timeline of the “sick, morbid actions” he’s accused of doing to cover up her murder.Special Guests: Court TV Legal Correspondent Matt Johnson, Private Investigator and founder of Victim News Online, Erica Morse, Boston 25 Reporter Bob Ward, and Medicolegal death investigator expert, author/podcaster Joseph Scott MorganChapters:00:12 Case Background2:17

Feb 21, 2024 • 41:28

The Murder of Harmony Montgomery Trial: Opening Statements

The Murder of Harmony Montgomery Trial: Opening Statements

Little Harmony Montgomery’s life was filled with hardship and tragedy. Both of her parents suffered from addiction problems, these issues were addressed by a judge who gave sole custody to her father Adam Montgomery, a career criminal. Harmony was just five years old when she was last seen alive in 2019. Now her father is on trial for her murder. This week’s Court TV Podcast features opening statements from both sides as they lay out their cases to the jury; The state’s theory on how Harmony was

Feb 15, 2024 • 1:23:48

The Case Against Donna Adelson

The Case Against Donna Adelson

In this riveting episode of "Closing Arguments with Vinnie Politan," we delve into the shocking and complex case against Donna Adelson, a mother accused of conspiring with her son, Charlie Adelson, in an alleged plot to arrange the murder of her former son-in-law, Dan Markel. The beloved Florida State University law professor had found himself entangled in a bitter custody battle with his ex-wife, Wendi Adelson, who is Donna's daughter and Charlie's sister. Join Vinnie Politan as he meticulousl

Feb 12, 2024 • 42:14

Rampage Killers: A Court TV Special

Rampage Killers: A Court TV Special

What motivates a rampage killer? Court TV sits down with psychologists, investigators, survivors and conducts a prison interview with a convicted mass shooter to find out. Five years after the Las Vegas shooting massacre, this provocative Court TV documentary explores why our understanding of the psyche of a rampage killer is vital in preventing the next mass murder. For more Court TV originals, click here.

Feb 8, 2024 • 42:20

The Case Against Adam Montgomery

The Case Against Adam Montgomery

In this episode, we dig into the chilling case of Adam Montgomery, a New Hampshire man set to face trial this week for the alleged murder of his five-year-old daughter, Harmony. Join Court TV host and former prosecutor Vinnie Politan, along with Ted Rowlands and special guest Bob Ward, as they navigate the timeline of Harmony's disappearance constructed by investigators, which reveals a heartbreaking story of alleged abuse and concealment. You'll also hear from Harmony's mother, Crystal Sorey,

Feb 5, 2024 • 38:15

The School Shooter Mom Trial: Opening Statements

The School Shooter Mom Trial: Opening Statements

suspect has since pleaded guilty to the charges from the shooting and has been sentenced to life without parole. In an unprecedented turn, the shooter’s parents have both been charged, with each of them facing four counts of involuntary manslaughter and standing trial separately. This week’s Court TV Podcast features both the prosecution and the defense laying out their cases in opening statements.For more on MI v Jennifer Crumbley ,click here./

Feb 1, 2024 • 39:57

Accomplice to Murder: Missing Beauty Queen Murder

Accomplice to Murder: Missing Beauty Queen Murder

Former Georgia beauty queen and beloved high school teacher Tara Grinstead vanished in 2005, leaving a community stunned and without answers for over a decade until Ryan Duke, a former student at the school she taught at, was arrested and charged with her murder. Just weeks later, Ryan’s friend Bo Dukes was also arrested in connection to her disappearance. Both men claimed that they helped dispose of her body but blamed each other for the murder. When Ryan Duke stood trial, it would be up to a j

Jan 25, 2024 • 44:05

Accomplice to Murder: Family Execution

Accomplice to Murder: Family Execution

In 2016 eight members of the Rhoden Family were all fatally shot at four different locations. These murders became known to many as the Pike County Massacre. Authorities were perplexed as to why someone would commit such a heinous act. A child custody dispute between Hannah Rhoden and Jake Wagner eventually became the motive for this massacre, leading not only to the arrest of Jake, but also his mother, his father, and his brother. Which members of the Wagner family were responsible for planning

Jan 18, 2024 • 42:09

Tortured Son Murder Trial: Shanda Vander Ark Cross Examination

Tortured Son Murder Trial: Shanda Vander Ark Cross Examination

Shanda Vander Ark testified in her own defense, facing child abuse and murder charges in the death of her fifteen-year-old son Timothy who had special needs. Prosecutors said that her and her older son Paul tortured and starved Timothy, who weighed only sixty-nine pounds when he died. On this week’s Court TV Podcast you’ll hear Shanda face an intense cross-examination; featuring many noteworthy moments including when Shanda becomes violently ill on the stand after prosecutor Matt Roberts places

Jan 11, 2024 • 2:17:44

Tortured Son Murder Trial: Shanda Vander Ark Direct Examination

Tortured Son Murder Trial: Shanda Vander Ark Direct Examination

Shanda Vander Ark was charged with murder and child abuse in the death of her fifteen-year-old son with special needs. Timothy was just sixty-nine pounds when he was found dead by his mom and brother in June of 2022. Prosecutors alleged that Shanda and her older son Paul tortured Timothy with ice baths and bread soaked in hot sauce made from two of the world’s hottest peppers. They also alleged that the pair denied him food and water. This week’s Court TV Podcast features Shanda Vander Ark’s dir

Jan 4, 2024 • 1:01:21

Accomplice to Murder: In Their Own Home

Accomplice to Murder: In Their Own Home

The Koslow’s were an upper-class, socialite family, well known in the Fort Worth area, which is why their community was stunned when Jack and Karen Koslow were the victims of a brutal home invasion, leaving Karen dead and Jack critically injured. Authorities zeroed in on the two assailants and their alleged ringleader: Jack’s daughter who stood to inherit millions of dollars upon his death, but would prosecutors be able to prove their theory at trial?For more Court TV originals, click here.

Dec 21, 2023 • 43:29

Accomplice to Murder: "Blue-Eyed Devil"

Accomplice to Murder: "Blue-Eyed Devil"

Morgan Leppert was just fifteen years old when she ran away from home with Toby Lowry, her twenty-two-year-old boyfriend. As authorities searched for Morgan and Toby they made a haunting discovery: the last call to Morgan’s cell phone was made from a home belonging to an elderly disabled man who was found beaten to death. Was Toby telling the truth when he claimed Morgan manipulated him into committing this horrific crime? Or was Toby the one really calling the shots?For more Court TV originals,

Dec 14, 2023 • 43:46

Accomplice to Murder: Serial Scammer

Accomplice to Murder: Serial Scammer

Tonica Jenkins had a gift for manipulating people. She used that gift to scam her way into getting into Yale. This serial con artist would end up facing federal drug trafficking charges which led to her darkest scheme yet: roping her family into faking her own death by killing another woman. The only problem: the victim survived. This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original series Accomplice to Murder, which untangles this shocking web of deception.For more Court TV ori

Dec 7, 2023 • 42:23

A Court TV Special: The Case Against Bryan Kohberger

A Court TV Special: The Case Against Bryan Kohberger

This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of the latest Court TV Special The Case Against Bryan Kohberger. This all-new original documentary takes a closer look at the Idaho Student Murders by paying tribute to Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen, and Kaylee Goncalves, the four young lives tragically taken last November and exploring the mounting evidence against their accused killer as he awaits trial.To stream more Court TV original productions, click here.

Nov 30, 2023 • 44:35

Accomplice To Murder: Dancer with a Double Life

Accomplice To Murder: Dancer with a Double Life

After her husband was killed during a robbery attempt, Renée Poole’s multiple affairs and second life as a stripper made her the main suspect in his murder. But who was the gunman? And why would he want Brent Poole dead? This week's Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an episode of our original series Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan, which explores crimes that may not be as clear-cut as initially thought.For more Court TV originals, click here.

Nov 16, 2023 • 42:58

The Case Against Charlie Adelson

The Case Against Charlie Adelson

In 2014, Florida State University law professor Dan Markel was in the middle of a bitter child custody battle when he was gunned down in his garage. Now three people have been convicted of his murder and prosecutors say a fourth person, his ex-brother-in-law Charlie Adelson, orchestrated this murder-for-hire plot. But just how far does this all go? Court TV Legal Correspondent Julia Jenaé joins Vinnie Politan from Tallahassee, Florida to dive deeper into this case as the trial of Charlie Adelson

Oct 26, 2023 • 45:24

Accomplice to Murder: FL v Gutierrez

Accomplice to Murder: FL v Gutierrez

Paula Gutierrez fell in love as a teenager with Nestor “Chino” de Jesus. They struggled to make ends meet while raising their baby daughter and resorted to a desperate plan hatched by Nestor; the couple armed themselves and attempted to rob a bank. By the end of that fateful day, two people would end up dead and Paula would end up facing a potential life sentence for a murder she did not commit. This week's Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an episode of our original series Accom

Oct 19, 2023 • 42:27

Someone They Knew: Mercy or Murder

Someone They Knew: Mercy or Murder

Raynella Dossett Leath appeared to be plagued by a string of deadly bad luck. In 1992 her first husband, Ed, who was in the late stages of a terminal cancer was found dead in the couple’s corral supposedly trampled by cattle. Over a decade later, Raynella would call 9-1-1 reporting that she had found her second husband dead from an apparent suicide, but when investigators discovered an extraordinary amount of morphine in his system it led to a criminal investigation into both men’s deaths. This

Oct 12, 2023 • 44:28

Someone They Knew: The Duke's Daughter

Someone They Knew: The Duke's Daughter

In October 1988, Aissa Wayne, daughter of John Wayne, and her boyfriend Roger Luby were brutally assaulted by a pair of gunmen on their way home from an aerobics class. Was this attack a retaliation to some of Luby’s shady business dealings? Or was Aissa’s soon-to-be ex-husband the one behind the assault? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This episode is entitled “The Duke’s Daughter.”To strea

Oct 5, 2023 • 44:43

Someone They Knew: Deadly D.I.Y.

Someone They Knew: Deadly D.I.Y.

High school sweethearts Derrick and Linda Yancey were the picture-perfect couple; respected members of their local Sheriff’s department, two children, and living a happy life in an upscale neighborhood in Stone Mountain, Georgia. That image was suddenly shattered when Linda was shot and killed in her basement during a renovation. Was Linda killed during a home invasion as her husband Derrick claimed? Or was her killer someone close to home? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this cas

Sep 28, 2023 • 45:10

Someone They Knew: Murderous Match

Someone They Knew: Murderous Match

Katherine Hauser was beginning her new life following separating from her husband. She had a new home in Albuquerque and was excelling in her career. It all came to a screeching halt when she was found murdered. Friends, family, and investigators immediately thought it was her estranged husband, but would they be able to uncover enough evidence to support that theory? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamr

Sep 21, 2023 • 45:28

Someone They Knew: Double Dose

Someone They Knew: Double Dose

First, it was her police officer husband, then her firefighter boyfriend. When the men close to Lynn Turner kept dying of what appeared to be the flu investigators were tasked with figuring out whether this was a string of deadly bad luck, or something much more sinister. This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, which examines crimes committed by those closest to the victim. This episode is entitled “Double Dose.”To stream

Sep 14, 2023 • 44:58

Someone They Knew: Repeat Offender?

Someone They Knew: Repeat Offender?

Terri Gilbert was home alone when she hid in the basement as an apparent intruder broke in. A shadowy figure descended the basement stairs, she aimed her gun, and fired three shots, killing the alleged intruder. Police soon discovered that the intruder was Terri’s estranged husband. Was this a case of self-defense? Or an elaborate cover-up for murder? This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This episode is entitled “Repeat

Sep 7, 2023 • 45:23

Someone They Knew: Deadly Dance

Someone They Knew: Deadly Dance

In 1969 fifteen-year-old John McCabe was last seen alive attending a Knights of Columbus dance in Lowell, Massachusetts. His bound and strangled body was found in an abandoned lot the next day. The ensuing investigation would last over forty years and turned childhood friends into bitter enemies. This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, which examines crimes committed by those closest to the victim. This episode is entitled

Aug 31, 2023 • 45:17

Someone They Knew: Brother's Keeper

Someone They Knew: Brother's Keeper

In 2001 Florida housewife Maggie Locascio was found beaten and stabbed in her Coral Gables home. Those closest to Maggie quickly pointed their fingers at her estranged husband, Ed, but his airtight alibi led authorities to a much more shocking answer. This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this investigation with an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This episode is entitled “Brother’s Keeper.”To stream more Court TV Originals, click here: https://ww

Aug 24, 2023 • 44:54

Someone They Knew: Safe at Home

Someone They Knew: Safe at Home

When Sara Tokars, an Atlanta homemaker, was killed in front of her two young children police were left with the question, “who would want her dead?” The answer may lie in a safe belonging to her husband. This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an audio edition of our original true crime series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This episode is entitled “Safe at Home.”To stream more Court TV originals, click here.

Aug 17, 2023 • 42:58

Someone They Knew: Drowning In Sorrow

Someone They Knew: Drowning In Sorrow

When Gloria Guzman called 911 to report that her paraplegic ex-husband had drowned in the bathtub, authorities grew suspicious. Was this a tragic accident, or a woman driven to murder by the man she was now caring for full-time? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this fascinating case with an audio edition of our original true crime series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This episode is entitled “Drowning in Sorrow.”To stream more Court TV originals, click here.

Aug 10, 2023 • 45:06

Someone They Knew: The Alien Queen

Someone They Knew: The Alien Queen

The investigation into Girly Chew’s disappearance would take police into a twisted world of aliens, reptilians, and cannibalism. This week’s Court TV Podcast follows this bizarre trail of evidence with an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, which examines crimes committed by those closest to the victim. This episode is entitled “The Alien Queen.” To stream more Court TV originals, click here.

Aug 3, 2023 • 44:52

Someone They Knew: The Good Doctor

Someone They Knew: The Good Doctor

Doctor Dirk Greineder lived what many would consider an incredibly successful life. He was a distinguished allergist, in a loving marriage of over thirty years, and had three grown children. But that all came crashing down on Halloween, 1999 when he called 911 to report that his wife had been found brutally beaten in their neighborhood park. This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original series, Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, which dives deeper into the investigation

Jul 27, 2023 • 45:11

Someone They Knew: Holiday Horror

Someone They Knew: Holiday Horror

When Lisa Guy failed to show up for work after Thanksgiving weekend, a wellness check led to a discovery straight out of a horror movie; the bodies of Lisa and Joel Guy dismembered and scattered across the house. A handwritten journal, dubbed by prosecutors as the “Book of Premeditation,” led police to arrest someone incredibly close to the victims: their own son, Joel Guy Jr. This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an audio edition of the original series Someone They Knew

Jul 20, 2023 • 45:02

Someone They Knew: A Matter of The Heart

Someone They Knew: A Matter of The Heart

When the wife of a wealthy real estate developer was found dead in her bathroom two theories emerged; Lina Kauffman either died of an undiagnosed heart condition, or she was strangled to death by her own husband. It would be up to a Florida jury to figure out which theory was correct. This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of the original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, which examines crimes committed by those closest to the victim. This episode is titled “A Matter of

Jul 13, 2023 • 44:56

The Disappearance of Harmony Montgomery: Crystal Sorey Interview

The Disappearance of Harmony Montgomery: Crystal Sorey Interview

Harmony Montgomery’s life was filled with hardship and tragedy. Both of her parents suffered from addiction problems, these issues were addressed by a judge who gave sole custody to her father Adam Montgomery, a career criminal. October 2019 was the last time Harmony was seen alive, but it took over two years for her to be reported missing. Now her father awaits trial for her murder.  This week’s Court TV Podcast features Vinnie Politan in a one-on-one interview with Harmony’s biological mother

Jul 6, 2023 • 38:54

Somone They Knew: The Bishop's Son

Somone They Knew: The Bishop's Son

This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, diving deeper into the 1994 murder of Vicki Beckham, who was found dead in her car, left in a ditch on a deserted stretch of road in South Carolina. Investigators would soon uncover that Vicki, the daughter of a state senator, and her husband, the son of a Bishop, were in the middle of a divorce. Two powerful families were swept up into the drama that played out inside a South Caroli

Jun 29, 2023 • 45:12

Someone They Knew: Murder and Missing

Someone They Knew: Murder and Missing

In 1995 Georgia investigators received a missing persons report for Ruby Joyner and her friend Halima Jones. Just a few days later, their bodies were found in a mini-van beaten, strangled, and shot. The prime suspect, Ruby’s husband, was nowhere to be found. But what would compel him to commit such a heinous act? This week’s Court TV podcast features an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, which examines crimes committed by those closest to the victim. This ep

Jun 22, 2023 • 45:09

Idaho v. Lori Vallow: Motion for New Trial Hearing

Idaho v. Lori Vallow: Motion for New Trial Hearing

On June 15, 2023, lawyers for convicted killer Lori Vallow Daybell argued for a new trial over what they say were confusing jury instructions, and "outside sources" influencing the jurors. In May, Lori was found guilty on six criminal counts, including the murders of her two children, Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow, and conspiracy in the death of her fifth husband’s first wife, Tammy Daybell. Her sentencing is scheduled for July 31, 2023, also in Fremont County, Idaho. For all of Court TV's coverage o

Jun 16, 2023 • 54:16

Someone They Knew: Family Feud

Someone They Knew: Family Feud

When Richard Carno was reported missing by his wife, the case took a shocking turn when he was found strangled to death in his car near a trailer park in Las Vegas. A trail of evidence eventually led police to those closest to Richard: his wife and her brother, but they would end up pointing the finger at each other. This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of the Court TV original true crime series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This episode is titled “Family Feud.”To stream

Jun 15, 2023 • 44:51

Someone They Knew: Bad Neighbor

Someone They Knew: Bad Neighbor

John Harper terrorized his neighbors on Dictionary Hill. He hurled curses, threw stones, and drove cars off the road, until one day a resident took matters- and a pistol- into their own hands. Would a jury believe that Harper, what some may call the “town bully,” had it coming? This week’s Court TV Podcast takes a deep dive into this case with an audio edition of the Court TV original true crime series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This week’s episode is titled “Bad Neighbor.”To stream mor

Jun 8, 2023 • 44:59

The Doomsday Cult Mom Murder Trial: After The Verdict

The Doomsday Cult Mom Murder Trial: After The Verdict

On May 12th, Lori Vallow Daybell was found guilty on all charges against her in the deaths of her two children Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow as well as the death of her husband’s previous wife Tammy Daybell. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV Legal Correspondent Chanley Painter unpack the final moments of her trial, the reaction of JJ’s grandparents to the verdict, and what’s next for Lori and her husband Chad, who still awaits trial for his alleged role in these murders.To see more on the cases agains

Jun 1, 2023 • 50:54

Someone They Knew: Teenage Terror and The East Mountain Murders

Someone They Knew: Teenage Terror and The East Mountain Murders

When three high schoolers are gunned down in their car, police launch an investigation into why their lives came to such a violent end. Ten years later, that investigation reaches a dramatic conclusion in an Albuquerque courtroom. This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this dramatic case with an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. The featured episode is titled “Teenage Terror and the East Mountain Murders.”To stream more Court TV originals, click her

May 25, 2023 • 44:54

Someone They Knew: Ten Years After

Someone They Knew: Ten Years After

When a fire breaks out in Krystina Sutherland’s apartment building, the first suspect is her ex-boyfriend and father of her children, but his iron-clad alibi led authorities to an unlikely suspect in a case that took a decade to resolve. This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of our original series, Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall which examines crimes committed by those closest to the victim. This week’s episode is titled “Ten Years After.” To stream more Court TV originals,

May 18, 2023 • 44:51

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - The Verdict

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - The Verdict

After more than eight hours of deliberation over two days, the jury returns a verdict on Lori Vallow Daybell's seven charges for the murders of her two youngest children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, conspiring to kill her fifth husband’s wife, Tammy Daybell, and as stealing the Social Security benefits intended for her children.For the latest trial updates in ID v. Lori Vallow Daybell, click here.

May 15, 2023 • 12:02

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Closing Arguments

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Closing Arguments

The jury deliberated for about ~4 hours.The jury is comprised of 7 men, 5 women.The state brought back the theme from openings of money, power, and sex.The state said Lori is the common thread in these three murders, she is the one person who ties this all together.The state said Lori and Chad planned to be together without obstacles. Tylee, JJ, Charles, and Tammy were their obstacles.The defense said Lori’s story changes dramatically in October 2018 when she read some of Chad’s end of the world

May 12, 2023 • 3:56:41

Idaho v Lori Vallow Daybell: Day 21

Idaho v Lori Vallow Daybell: Day 21

Judge Steven Boyce and counsel discuss jury instructions in the trial of Lori Vallow Daybell.

May 12, 2023 • 1:22:25

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 20

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 20

FBI investigator Nicole Heideman testifies to Chad Daybell's 'James and Elena story.' Both sides rest their case.The state rests.Lori will not testify.The defense rests.Larry Woodcock was “overwhelmed” today, an ambulance was called out of caution, he is okay and left early.For the latest trial updates in ID v. Lori Vallow Daybell, click here.

May 12, 2023 • 2:59:01

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 19

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 19

FBI Special Agent Doug Hart continues his testimony about text messages between Lori Vallow Daybell and Chad Daybell.Lori and Chad texted about a plan being orchestrated for the children.Lori texted she was trying to get to the bottom of what she needed to do to eliminate the children.Lori texted about doing work on Tammy and asked Audrey for ideas.Lori texted  Alex would be the one “they” (law enforcement) would use to get to “us” (her and Chad).For the latest trial updates in ID v. Lori Vallow

May 11, 2023 • 4:39:53

Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan: FL v Kananen

Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan: FL v Kananen

This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of the all-new Court TV original series; Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan which explores real-life crimes where it’s not quite clear who is being manipulated and who is the mastermind. This first episode tells the story of a mother and father murdered fifteen years apart. When the family’s eldest son confesses to the murders and takes a plea deal, he implicates his younger sister as an accomplice. It would be up to a Florida jury to

May 11, 2023 • 42:12

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 18

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 18

FBI Special Agent Doug Hart testifies about text messages from Lori Vallow Daybell's iCloud account.Key Evidence:Lori and Chad described Charles, Tammy, Tylee, and JJ as “obstacles.”Alex’s texts reveal he was involved in an alleged conspiracy, as it related to the deaths of Tylee, JJ, and Tammy.Audrey Barattiero acted as a “buffer” or a go-between for Lori and Chad to relay communications to one another, until Tammy died.Chad and Lori sent romantic texts to one another.For the latest trial updat

May 10, 2023 • 2:56:07

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 17

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 17

Lori Vallow Daybell’s nephew-in-law testifies about conversations he secretly recorded with Melani, Lori, Chad and Alex Cox discussing spiritual attacks. Other witnesses discuss Tammy Daybell’s insurance policy and multiple copies of death certificates found for both Chad and Lori’s previous spouses.Trial Highlights: Ian Pawlowski thought it was strange Lori and Chad said there was going to be a spiritual attack the day that Alex died.Angela Yancey talked about Tammy’s life insurance policy bein

May 5, 2023 • 4:07:46

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 16

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 16

A former friend of Lori Vallow Daybell testifies about spending time with Lori and Chad Daybell while they were married to other people. Trial Highlights:Lori’s friend, Audrey Barattiero, talked about two separate times when Lori wanted to work on Charles and Tammy. This made Audrey feel uncomfortable.Audrey also talked about a time when Lori called her naive before threatening to cut her up and bury her.Looked into Alex’s firearm, he had a 6.5mm Grendel with a vortex scope, which could’ve been

May 4, 2023 • 3:39:33

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 15

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 15

Neighbors of Chad and Tammy Daybell testify to Chad's behavior after his wife's death and when they met Lori Vallow. Witnesses: Dr. Erik Christensen: Conducted Tammy autopsy | Det. Bruce Mattingly: Investigated Tammy’s health | Alice Gilbert: Lived in Tammy & Chad’s neighborhood | Todd Gilbert: Lived in Tammy & Chad’s neighborhoodFor the latest trial updates in ID v. Lori Vallow Daybell, click here.

May 4, 2023 • 5:22:21

Someone They Knew: A Hit With A Bullet

Someone They Knew: A Hit With A Bullet

It’s not easy to score a successful song in Nashville- what some call “a bullet.” Sometimes what it takes is a little more than talent and a little less than legal. When singer and music researcher Kevin Hughes was gunned down on Music Row, prosecutors say he was killed to keep him from exposing a dirty business practice in the music industry. This week’s Court TV Podcast takes you in for a closer look at this case with an audio edition of our original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall.

May 4, 2023 • 45:46

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 14

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 14

A DNA analyst confirms hair attached to a piece of adhesive found with the children's remains matched DNA profile for Lori Vallow Daybell.  WITNESSES: Keeley Coleman: Senior DNA Analyst | Investigator Ricky Wright: Case agent for the FBI missing kids investigation | Dr. Erik Christensen: Conducted Tammy autopsy | For the latest trial updates in ID v. Lori Vallow Daybell, click here.

May 3, 2023 • 5:05:07

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 13

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 13

The jury heard Tammy’s voice on a 911 call,  where she reported an incident with a man with a paintball gun.The jury heard Chad’s voice on a 911 call where he reported Tammy as deceased.Chad’s general statement on what happened, according to witnesses, is that Tammy woke up around midnight with a coughing fit, vomited in the bathroom, then went back to bed. He said around 5:40 AM Tammy fell from the bed. He told the coroner that he pulled the covers, which may have caused her body to fall.Tammy

May 1, 2023 • 3:16:38

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 12

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 12

Key Moments in Testimony:Tylee’s hip bones and lower spinal bones could’ve been stabbed or chopped by items consistent with a knife, cleaver, machete, hatchet, etc.Tylee’s DNA was found on a shovel, pick axe eye, and pick axe handle.Alex’s latent prints were found on the black plastic bag and duct tape found on JJ from the crime scene.Samantha Gwilliam, Tammy’s sister, recalled Chad’s phone call where he told her about Tammy’s death. He said Tammy had been really sick, coughing all night, got up

May 1, 2023 • 4:49:12

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 11

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 11

WITNESSES:Steve DanielsLed search on Chad Daybell’s property Dr. Garth WarrenConducted JJ & Tylee’s autopsy Dr. Angie ChristensenExamined Tylee’s remains, observed thermal damage For the latest trial updates in ID v. Lori Vallow Daybell, click here.

Apr 27, 2023 • 4:32:35

The Doomsday Cult Mom Murder Trial

The Doomsday Cult Mom Murder Trial

A colossal true crime story finally goes to trial, the Doomsday Cult Mom Murder Trial, Idaho versus Lori Vallow Daybell. She and her husband, Chad Daybell, will stand trial separately for three murders: Lori’s two young children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, and Chad’s late wife Tammy Daybell. The state alleges that the motive lies in a desire for sex, money, and power in addition to an obsession with end-times prophecies. Court TV’s Chanley Painter joins Vinnie Politan from right outside the court

Apr 27, 2023 • 46:22

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 10

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 10

Witnesses:Nick BallanceAnalyzed cell tower coverage Summer ShifletLori’s sister Richard SchmittObserved individuals at a storage unit in Rexburg  Steve DanielsLed search on Chad Daybell’s property For the latest trial updates in ID v. Lori Vallow Daybell, click here.

Apr 26, 2023 • 4:44:44

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 9

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 9

Witnesses:Sgt. David StubbsSpoke with Lori during JJ Vallow’s welfare check on November 26, 2019Starts around: 01:44:02.300  Nicole HeidemanReviewed electronic evidence (email and phone numbers)Starts around: 02:00:27.600  Nick BallanceAnalyzed cell tower coverageStarts around: 04:06:06.800 For the latest trial updates in ID v. Lori Vallow Daybell, click here.

Apr 25, 2023 • 5:04:58

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 8

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 8

Day 8 Witnesses:Sgt. Nathan MoffatInterviewed Alex Cox after Charles Vallow death Sidney SchenkProvided care for JJ Vallow Dr. Joshua WilsonPrincipal, Kennedy Elementary School Wynn HillDean of Students, BYU Idaho David WarwickFriend of Lori Vallow, Melanie Gibb’s husband Det. Bruce MattinglyGathered electronic evidence from Chad Daybell Benjamin DeanReviewed texts between Chad & Tammy on September 9, 2019 Sgt. David StubbsSpoke with Lori during JJ Vallow’s welfare check on November 26, 2019 For

Apr 21, 2023 • 4:33:51

Idaho v . Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 7

Idaho v . Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 7

Witnesses:Scott CowdenDispatched to Charles Vallow shooting crime scene Detective Ariel WertherConfirmed Lori’s location after Charles Vallow's death Detective Cassandra YnclanGathered evidence on Charles Vallow's death April RaymondKnew Lori from LDS Church Hawaii branch

Apr 21, 2023 • 4:06:03

Someone They Knew: Mommy Dearest

Someone They Knew: Mommy Dearest

Divorce wasn’t enough to end the animosity between James and Linda Cooney. The bitterness continued until Linda shot James dead with a .357 Magnum. Was it a case of domestic abuse like Linda claimed? Or something more sinister? This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of the original series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This episode is titled “Mommy Dearest.”To see more episodes of Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, click here.

Apr 20, 2023 • 45:14

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 6

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 6

Witnesses from Day 6:Zulema Pastenes: Lori’s sister-in-lawColby Ryan: Lori’s sonSpecial Agent Mark Saari: Examined Tylee, JJ and Lori’s social security benefitsDetective Chuck Kunmsaitis: Examined Tylee, Lori, Charles, Alex and Chad’s bank accounts For the latest trial updates in ID v. Lori Vallow Daybell, click here.

Apr 19, 2023 • 4:36:47

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 5

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 5

STATE WITNESS 6: DET. NATHAN DUNCAN, CHANDLER, ARIZONA, POLICE DEPARTMENTRead aloud emails and texts found in phones and iCloud accounts associated with Lori, Charles and Chad.Charles emailed Tammy about the affair between their spouses in June 2019.Lori used a burner email account to send Chad speaking invitations as covers for visits to her.One of them purported to be from Charles asking Chad to be a “ghostwriter” for Charles’ autobiography. Charles found it and sent Lori emails confronting he

Apr 18, 2023 • 5:08:28

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 4

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 4

Key Evidence from Day 4's Testimony  1. As part of the investigation, Duncan found a 15-minute audio recording in Lori’s iCloud account of a tearful-sounding Chad exalting Alex Cox to warrior status after Cox’s death in a bastardized version of a “patriarchal blessing,” a Mormon prayer that contains revelations from God.2. The jury also heard a phone call Chad placed on the day of Charles Vallow’s death to a Chandler mortuary, asking for a quote for the cremation and shipping of remains to Louis

Apr 17, 2023 • 5:00:59

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 3

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 3

00:06:30 - Detective Ray Hermosillo 00:16:17 - Lieutenant Jared Willmore00:42:58 - Lieutenant Joseph PowellFor Court TV's latest trial updates in ID v. Vallow Daybell, click here.

Apr 13, 2023 • 1:38:21

Someone They Knew: Student Body

Someone They Knew: Student Body

In 2001 University of South Carolina student Shelton Sanders disappeared while planning a friend’s bachelor party and he was never seen again. What was thought to be a missing person case quickly turned into an all-out homicide investigation. This week’s Court TV Podcast features an audio edition of the original true crime series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall which examines crimes committed by those closest to the victim. Who would want Shelton Sanders dead? And why? This episode is titled

Apr 13, 2023 • 44:59

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 2

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 2

Video footage of Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell is not permitted during the trial. The court has allowed audio to be recorded and shared after it's been redacted by the court administrators. Check back tomorrow for Day 3's audio.For more on Day 2 of the Doomsday Cult Mom Murder Trial, click here. Read Court TV's latest trial updates in ID v. Vallow Daybell, click here.

Apr 12, 2023 • 3:56:27

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 1

Idaho v. Lori Vallow Daybell - Day 1

The trial of Lori Vallow Daybell is expected to last 10 weeks. It’s being held at the Ada County Courthouse in Boise, Idaho. On Day 1, the Hon. Judge Steven Boyce read some procedural instructions, then the opening statements began on April 10, 2023. Lindsey Blake, the prosecuting attorney for Fremont County, delivers the opening statements on behalf of the state. The public defender for Lori Vallow, Jim Archibald, delivers the opening statements for the defense.The first witness in the trial is

Apr 11, 2023 • 4:21:29

Someone They Knew: Burning Jealousy

Someone They Knew: Burning Jealousy

David Coffin was a successful entrepreneur who lived alone, but on December 11, 1996, his home burned down with him inside, but it wasn’t the fire that killed him; it was a gunshot to his head. This week’s Court TV Podcast takes you inside one of Atlanta’s most infamous murders with an audio edition of our original true crime series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This episode is titled “Burning Jealousy.”To see more episodes of Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, click here.

Apr 6, 2023 • 44:40

Judgment of Amber Guyger

Judgment of Amber Guyger

Shots rang out when off-duty Dallas police officer Amber Guyger found Botham Jean in her apartment, except it wasn’t her apartment. Defense attorneys would call it a tragic accident while prosecutors claimed the shooting was intentional. This week’s Court TV Podcast takes you in for a closer look at this case that sparked outrage across the country with an episode of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. From the crime itself to the dramatic acts of forgiveness at the end of this

Mar 30, 2023 • 44:37

Judgment of the "Vampire Clan"

Judgment of the "Vampire Clan"

In 1998 vampire obsessed teenager Rod Ferrell pleaded guilty to two counts of felony murder in the brutal killing of a Florida couple. This left just one monumental question: how young is too young for the death penalty? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this difficult question with an episode of the Court TV original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. A case full of issues regarding age, mental health, and the death penalty this is Judgment of the "Vampire Clan."To see the ful

Mar 23, 2023 • 44:44

Judgment of the "Sleepwalking Killer"

Judgment of the "Sleepwalking Killer"

What would motivate a man to brutally stab his wife, and the mother of his children, forty-four times and then drown her in their swimming pool? In 1997 Scott Falater was accused of doing just that but claimed he had no memory of doing so because he was sleepwalking. This week’s episode dives deeper into his story with an audio edition of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. Would he be able to convince a jury that he did not kill his wife in cold blood? This is Judgment of the “

Mar 16, 2023 • 44:48

The Murdaugh Family Murders Part 3

The Murdaugh Family Murders Part 3

After just three hours of deliberations, the jury in the Murdaugh Family Murders trial came to a decision, finding disbarred attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty of murdering his wife Maggie and his son Paul. Did Alex Murdaugh’s own testimony end up leading to his conviction? Court TV’s Chanley Painter, who was in the courtroom when the verdict came down, joins host Vinnie Politan with post-verdict analysis and reaction to the dramatic conclusion of this trial that captured America’s attention. To see

Mar 9, 2023 • 46:46

Judgment of Dr. Jack Kevorkian

Judgment of Dr. Jack Kevorkian

Dr. Jack Kevorkian thought it was an act of mercy to help over one hundred and thirty terminally ill patients die a peaceful, pain-free death, but Michigan prosecutors said it was murder. They would spend years convincing multiple juries to convict on murder charges. This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case that asks difficult legal and ethical questions regarding a patient’s right to die with an audio edition of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. This is Judgme

Mar 2, 2023 • 44:49

The Murdaugh Family Murders Part 2

The Murdaugh Family Murders Part 2

The trial America is watching; ex-attorney Alex Murdaugh is on trial for the double murder of his wife Maggie and his son Paul. Allegations of fraud, drug addiction, and murder surround this prominent Lowcountry family as the surviving Murdaugh son, Buster, takes the stand for the defense case. Host Vinnie Politan to dives deeper into his testimony, a South Carolina drug gang’s potential involvement, and the relationship between Alex and his wife as Court TV’s Matt Johnson weighs in from Walterb

Feb 23, 2023 • 43:42

Judgment of Jonathan Schmitz

Judgment of Jonathan Schmitz

Scott Amendure thought the Jenny Jones Show would be the perfect place to reveal to his friend, Jonathan Schmitz, that he had a crush on him. Three days later, Schmitz shot Amendure to death, but was it mental illness or homophobia that led Schmitz to kill his friend? And was he the only one responsible? This week’s Court TV Podcast takes a closer look at this high-profile case with an episode of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. This is Judgment of Jonathan Schmitz.To see the

Feb 16, 2023 • 44:44

The Murdaugh Family Murders

The Murdaugh Family Murders

A criminal scandal surrounding a prominent family of lawyers in the Lowcountry of South Carolina: The Murdaugh Family Murders. They had money, power, and privilege until it began to unravel when Alex Murdaugh’s wife Maggie and his son Paul were shot and killed on the family’s sprawling hunting lodge. Now Alex is on trial for double murder, but is he a victim? Or is he a killer trying to cover up a long list of financial misdoings? Host Vinnie Politan dives deeper into this bizarre web of allegat

Feb 9, 2023 • 41:35

Judgment of "Evil Twin" Jeena Han

Judgment of "Evil Twin" Jeena Han

Some say the idea of an evil twin is the stuff of soap operas and classic movies. But those people never met identical twins Jeena and Sunny Han, whose rivalry was so intense it led to a murder plot and trial filled with twists and turns that must be heard to believed. This week’s episode of the Court TV Podcast tells the story of these two feuding twins with an episode of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. This is Judgment of “Evil Twin” Jeena Han.To see the full California ve

Feb 2, 2023 • 45:27

Judgment of The Hollywood Stalker

Judgment of The Hollywood Stalker

Sitcom star Rebecca Shaeffer was talented, pretty, and had her whole life ahead of her when she unknowingly opened the door of her Hollywood apartment to her killer; Robert Bardo. Bardo’s lawyers claim his mental illness caused him to snap, but will the evidence prove otherwise? This week’s Court TV Podcast answers those questions with an audio edition of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. This is Judgment of the Hollywood Stalker.To see the full California versus Robert Bardo

Jan 26, 2023 • 44:47

Judgment of Aileen Wuornos

Judgment of Aileen Wuornos

Aileen Wuornos sold her body to survive and generated a rage for those who would pay for her services. That rage resulted in the deaths of seven Florida men and the labeling of Wuornos as one of very few female serial killers. Her story would eventually be told in the award-winning 2003 film Monster.  This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into the case against Wuornos with an audio edition of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. This is Judgment of Aileen Wuornos.To see the f

Jan 19, 2023 • 45:50

Judgment of the Antifreeze Murder

Judgment of the Antifreeze Murder

Julie Jensen suspected her husband and father of her children, Mark Jensen, wanted her dead so she put pen to paper telling the world just that. That letter, written just days before her death, would lead to his 2008 conviction of her murder, but would also be the reason for overturning that same conviction in 2017. Now, Jensen faces a jury once again, live on Court TV. This week’s Court TV Podcast examines his first trial with an audio edition of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfi

Jan 12, 2023 • 44:55

Judgment of Charles Manson

Judgment of Charles Manson

In 1971 the infamous Charles Manson and several of his followers were sentenced to death in a series of murders, including actress Sharon Tate and her unborn child. Many thought this horrific story would end there, but when California abolished the death penalty, making parole an option, Manson took center stage once again. This week’s Court TV Podcast takes you in for a closer look at the Manson Family parole hearings with an audio edition of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield.

Jan 5, 2023 • 45:02

Idaho Quadruple Murder Mystery

Idaho Quadruple Murder Mystery

A quadruple murder mystery has gripped the nation: four University of Idaho students found stabbed to death in their off-campus home. No signs of forced entry, no signs of robbery. Fellow students, staff, and families left uneasy and frustrated with little to no answers as to what happened or why. Court TV’s Chanley Painter, who was on the ground in Moscow, Idaho, joins host Vinnie Politan to dive deeper into this tragic story and the puzzling details coming out of this investigation. Get the la

Dec 15, 2022 • 43:27

Judgment of Dr. Conrad Murray

Judgment of Dr. Conrad Murray

The 2009 sudden overdose death of pop icon Michael Jackson left millions of people around the world shocked, the only thing more shocking was when his personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, was charged in his death. Did Murray’s actions warrant an involuntary manslaughter charge? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an audio edition of the original true crime series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. This is Judgment of Doctor Conrad Murray.To see the full California versu

Dec 8, 2022 • 45:28

Judgment of Betty Broderick

Judgment of Betty Broderick

It was the talk of the town. Betty Broderick was a socialite who appeared to live the perfect life until it all came crashing down in a bitter public divorce and a double homicide. Broderick would end up standing trial for the murders of her ex-husband and his new wife after they were found dead in their San Diego home. This week’s Court TV Podcast takes a deep dive into this case that would raise important questions on a woman’s role in society and equal rights and protection under the law with

Dec 1, 2022 • 45:32

Judgment of Phil Spector

Judgment of Phil Spector

In 2003, Phil Spector went from legendary record producer, working with highly influential acts such as the Beatles and Ike and Tina Turner, to facing a second-degree murder charge. No one knows why actress Lana Clarkson decided to go to Phil Spector's home for a nightcap, but she was dead by the end of the night. He claims she committed suicide, but the evidence says otherwise. Will Lana get the justice she deserves? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into these questions with another au

Nov 17, 2022 • 44:54

Judgment of The Menendez Brothers

Judgment of The Menendez Brothers

The 1993 trial of Erik and Lyle Menendez dominated television screens across the country as the two brothers stood accused of the shotgun murders of their parents. One shocking revelation after another, did they kill their parents for money? Or was the motive something much darker? This week’s Court TV Podcast takes you in for a closer look at one of the highest publicized trials of the 1990s with an audio edition of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. This is Judgment of The Me

Nov 10, 2022 • 44:46

Judgment of Jodi Arias

Judgment of Jodi Arias

The discovery of Travis Alexander’s body, riddled with stab wounds, his throat slit and shot in the back of the head, shocked his friends and family. What didn’t shock them was when Arizona police charged his on-again-off-again girlfriend Jodi Arias with his murder. This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into the bizarre murder trial of Jodi Arias with another episode of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. This is Judgment of Jodi Arias.To see the full Arizona versus Jodi Ari

Nov 3, 2022 • 44:59

Judgment of Casey Anthony

Judgment of Casey Anthony

The mystery surrounding the 2008 disappearance and death of two-year-old Caylee Anthony gripped the nation. Was she the victim of her neglectful party girl mother Casey? Or was a darker family secret to blame? The only thing more shocking than the testimony from the trial of Casey Anthony was the verdict itself. This week’s Court TV Podcast tells the story of Casey Anthony’s trial and the shocking aftermath with an episode of the original series Judgment with Ashleigh Banfield. This is Judgment

Oct 27, 2022 • 45:39

Jinxed: Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall | Court TV Podcast

Jinxed: Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall | Court TV Podcast

PODCAST: A larger-than-life case: infamous real-estate heir Robert Durst and the murder of his longtime friend Susan Berman. When detectives found Berman shot in the back of the head execution style, they had little to go on, and the case eventually went cold. Fifteen years later, this case would finally see some answers with an apparent confession. This episode of the Court TV Podcast dives deeper into a case full of twists and turns in the Court TV original true crime series Someone They Knew

Oct 20, 2022 • 44:11

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: The Blue Eyed Butcher

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: The Blue Eyed Butcher

Susan and Jeff Wright appeared to lead a happy life with their two young children in a suburb of Houston until Jeff’s body was discovered by police buried under a doghouse in their backyard. Susan would admit to the fatal stabbings, but was this a case of cold-blooded murder, or perhaps self-defense?  This week’s Court TV Podcast takes you in for a closer look at this case with another episode of the original true crime series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This week’s episode is titled “Th

Oct 13, 2022 • 44:33

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: The Odd Couple

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: The Odd Couple

Southern California was home to many sensational murder cases in the 90’s. When record executive Dixie Hollier was found by police being brutally murdered by her daughter’s boyfriend, investigators had to figure out why. This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into these questions with another episode of the original true crime series Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall. This week’s episode titled “The Odd Couple.”To see more episodes of Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall, click here.

Oct 6, 2022 • 44:34

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: Black Widow

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: Black Widow

Millionaire developer Ronald Rudin knew that you can’t deal real estate in Las Vegas without making a few enemies. But when his body was found shot, decapitated, and burned near Lake Mojave, investigators had to figure out who wanted him dead the most-his enemies or his friends. This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this story with another episode of the original true crime series Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This week’s episode is titled “Black Widow.”To see this week’s episode

Sep 29, 2022 • 44:35

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: The Perfect Wife

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: The Perfect Wife

Penny Scaggs believed in being a dutiful Christian wife, she even taught local women how to build harmonious relationships. Then she was found brutally beaten and stabbed next to her beloved yellow piano. Was this a robbery gone horribly wrong- or was something in the Scaggs home out of tune? This week’s Court TV Podcast answers these questions with another episode of the original true crime series Someone they Knew with Tamron Hall. This week’s episode is titled “The Perfect Wife.”To see this w

Sep 22, 2022 • 44:36

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: If You Can’t Do The Time

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: If You Can’t Do The Time

Bonny Lee Bakley had nine husbands before she met former “Our Gang” and “Baretta” star Robert Blake. He would be her last. As she waited for Blake outside a Los Angeles restaurant someone approached her car and shot her in the head. Was this Bakley’s checkered past catching up to her, or was the danger someone we thought we knew? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into these questions with another episode of the original true crime series Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall. This week’s ep

Sep 15, 2022 • 44:59

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: A Year In Defiance

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: A Year In Defiance

Scott Shanahan was known for being unpredictable by the people of Defiance, Iowa so when he disappeared, leaving behind his pregnant wife and two children, nobody thought much of it. However, more than a year after his disappearance investigators uncovered something much more sinister when they searched his home. This week’s Court TV Podcast tells the story of his murder and eventual the trial of his killer. Here’s another audio edition of the Court TV original series Someone They Knew With Tamr

Sep 8, 2022 • 45:12

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: What Happens In Vegas

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: What Happens In Vegas

When drug-addicted casino owner Ted Binion was found dead in his mansion, the suspects were all the Vegas archetypes: Was it his ex-stripper girlfriend, the handsome contractor who knew where his silver was buried, the mob boss who laundered money through his casino- or was it Ted’s own demons? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with another episode of the original series Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall. This episode is entitled “What Happens In Vegas.”   To see Court TV

Sep 1, 2022 • 45:03

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Rude Awakening

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Rude Awakening

The police had little to go on when someone walked into the bedroom of retired television executive Steven Beard and shot him while he slept.  All that was left behind was a shotgun shell and some rumors of a trouble marriage and infidelity.  Eventually the police found the shooter, but did they find the person ultimately responsible?  This week’s Court TV podcast answers that question with another episode of the original series Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall.  This week’s episode entitled “

Aug 25, 2022 • 45:38

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: The Promised Land

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: The Promised Land

In rural Iowa, land is money. A farmer with a lot of land and the resources to work it can make something that can provide for the family for generations. That kind of legacy can also create resentment from other farmers and resentment can often lead to incidents that people cannot take back – life ending incidents. This week’s Court TV podcast tells one of those stories as two Iowa farmers clash over land rights in a way that forever altered both of their families. It’s Someone They Knew with T

Aug 18, 2022 • 45:36

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Fortunate Son

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Fortunate Son

When someone broke into the home of John and Susan Sutton, shooting Susan to death and blinding John with a head wound, the police had a couple of good suspects.  There was the client who was unhappy with a legal settlement John had gotten her and threatened violence.  And then there was the affair John’s law partner was having with Susan.  But neither turned out to be responsible.  This week’s episode of the Court TV podcast tells the story of who was behind the shootings – someone very close t

Aug 11, 2022 • 45:16

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Mirror Image

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Mirror Image

Given the statistics that most of violent crime is perpetrated by someone the victim knows, it’s no surprise that Columbus, Ohio investigators focused on the family when Dennis Lewis was shot to death during a home invasion that appeared to be an inside job.  Their suspect?  Dennis’ identical twin brother Derris Lewis. What is a surprise is that those investigators came to that conclusion despite, Derris’s cooperation with the investigation and a rock solid alibi corroborated by multiple people.

Aug 4, 2022 • 45:27

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Deadly Letter

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Deadly Letter

Dr. Paul Jarrett was beloved fixture of his Boca Raton, Florida community – as was his son Gregg, who followed in his father’s medical footsteps by becoming a nurse.  So you can imagine how shocking it was when the two men were discovered shot to death in their home in what appeared to be a home invasion robbery.  Their murders might have gone unsolved except for a shocking discovery found in the pocket of one of Dr. Jarrett’s coats – a letter that not only made the police reevaluate their theor

Jul 28, 2022 • 45:40

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Medical Mystery

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Medical Mystery

Rosemarie Essa had a seemingly perfect life – a rich, successful husband, beautiful children and a family that loved her.  So when she died after being in a minor car accident people couldn’t imagine the bad luck that has struck her family.  But then questions started being asked and friends who knew a little bit more about what was going on in Rosemarie’s life spoke up and suddenly what was deemed a natural medical mystery was instead seen as murder.  We’ll tell Rosemarie’s story in this week’s

Jul 21, 2022 • 45:09

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: The Puppetmaster

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: The Puppetmaster

Heather and John Grossman were looking forward to trying out a new Thai restaurant in their Boca Raton, Florida home town when shots rang out. Soon after Heather was clinging to life shot and paralyzed by a hit man’s bullet and the Grossmans knew exactly who was responsible for all of this.  This week’s Court TV Podcast is an episode of Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall and it tells the story of what it took to bring the person behind Heather Grossman’s shooting to justice.  To see more of Some

Jul 14, 2022 • 45:39

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: Deadly Delivery

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: Deadly Delivery

An unannounced delivery of flowers at your front door is supposed to be a delightful surprise, but for Atlanta socialite Lita McClinton it was anything but delightful.  It was deadly.  But who would use flower delivery as a ruse to shoot her to death – and why would it take an international man hunt and nearly two decades to bring the person responsible for her death to justice?  For this week’s Court TV Podcast we have another episode of the Court TV Original production Someone They Knew With T

Jul 7, 2022 • 45:17

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: Family Business

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall: Family Business

When Shirley Carter was found shot to death on her kitchen floor, police automatically looked to her family first.  Afterall, it’s typically a family member responsible for a crime like this.  But what if they’re wrong? For this week’s Court TV Podcast we have another episode of Court TV’s ongoing true crime original Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall.  This week’s episode entitled Family Business. To see more of Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall tune into Court TV every weeknight at 7pm or Sun

Jun 30, 2022 • 45:05

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Home Alone

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall: Home Alone

Ask anyone who knew Ramona Krotine and they would tell you the married mother of three loved to wind down from a long day of work at a local bar enjoying the company of friends and doing a little dancing. One night those plans turned out to be the last she ever made because Ramona was found beaten and shot to death. Was she the victim of a robbery?  Or was her husband Jeff’s suspicious behavior in the days after her death a sign of something far more sinister?  This week’s Court TV Podcast tells

Jun 23, 2022 • 45:26

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall – And Murder Makes Three

Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall – And Murder Makes Three

Florida plumber John Cataneo didn’t think the had anything to fear when he stepped outside of his duplex to talk with a familiar face, but then shots rang out and Cataneo was soon dead. Investigators soon learned that the people closest to him both had alibis, but that doesn’t mean they weren’t involved. For this week’s episode of the podcast we the audio version of the Court TV Original Someone They Knew With Tamron Hall, And Murder Makes Three. To see more of Someone They Knew With Tamron Hal

Jun 16, 2022 • 45:23

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall – Who Shot The Sheriff?

Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall – Who Shot The Sheriff?

For this edition of the Court TV Podcast we have another audio version of the Court TV True Crime show Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall. This week’s episode entitled Who Shot the Sheriff. They say politics is a dirty game, but in Dekalb County, Georgia late in 2000 it became deadly when someone gunned down Sheriff-elect Derwin Brown in front of his home just days before he was to be sworn into office. A life-long law enforcement officer it would be easy to assume he was targeting by someone

Jun 9, 2022 • 45:45

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 7 – The Verdicts

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 7 – The Verdicts

After three days of deliberations the seven-member jury in the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard defamation trial came to a decision and it was as shocking and dramatic as expected. Court TV’s Chanley Painter was in the room where it happened and joins host Vinnie Politan with full coverage of the reading of the verdict, the crowd’s reaction outside the courthouse and the impact this trial has had around the world. Get the latest updates on CourtTV and CourtTV.com and tune in to see Vinnie Politan a

Jun 3, 2022 • 45:29

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 6 – Johnny’s Back

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 6 – Johnny’s Back

As the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard defamation trial winds down, we’ve entered into the rebuttal phase of the proceeding with Team Depp calling witness to cast doubt on Amber Heard’s case. And without a doubt the biggest rebuttal witness they called was Johnny Depp himself. Court TV’s Chanley Painter was in the room when Johnny returned to the stand and will discuss the impact the A-list movie star and his supermodel ex-girlfriend Kate Moss had on the jury. Get the latest updates on CourtTV an

May 26, 2022 • 42:39

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 5 – Amber Heard Cross Examined

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 5 – Amber Heard Cross Examined

The Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard Defamation trial took a pre-schedule week off, but it did nothing to diminish the feverish fascination people have with this trial, especially since Amber Heard was schedule to return to the witness box for cross examination when the trial resumed. Court TV’s Chanley Painter was in the courtroom for that dramatic and often continuous cross examination and will share with host Vinnie Politan what she picked up on from the jury. Get the latest updates on CourtTV a

May 19, 2022 • 50:08

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 4 – Amber Heard Takes the Stand

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 4 – Amber Heard Takes the Stand

The Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard defamation trial is on a pre-schedule break this week, but they didn’t break before Heard to the stand for two days to tell her side of the story on direct examination. Court TV was there to cover every minute of her testimony so far and host Vinnie Politan and Court TV anchor Ted Rowland will break down some of the key moments. They’ll also predict what’s still to come when Amber returns to the stand after the break for what is sure to be a riveting cross exami

May 12, 2022 • 55:10

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 3 – Depp Rests Case-In-Chief

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 3 – Depp Rests Case-In-Chief

After weeks of testimony and nearly 30 witnesses – including Johnny Depp himself – Depp’s legal team rested his case-in-chief with a series of witnesses who supported his claims that Amber Heard was the abuser in their relationship. Witnesses also testified to the damage done to Depp’s career when the Op-Ed written by Amber Heard was published in the Washington Post. Court TV’s Chanley Painter returns to the podcast to discuss all that she has learned about the trial with host Vinnie Politan. G

May 5, 2022 • 43:49

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 2 – Johnny Depp Cross Examined

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 2 – Johnny Depp Cross Examined

We’re back in Fairfax County, Virginia for more of our gavel-to-gavel coverage of the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard Defamation Trial. Court TV’s Chanley Painter has been in the courtroom from the start and will share with host Vinnie Politan the behind-the-scenes story of how Johnny Depp did during the cross examination by Amber Heard’s lawyers. Is Depp’s strategy of revealing his struggles with drug and alcohol addiction working with the jury? Or did his testimony just affirm Heard’s claims of

Apr 28, 2022 • 42:35

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 1 – Depp Takes the Stand

Johnny Depp Defamation Trial, Pt 1 – Depp Takes the Stand

Court TV is in Virginia for the trial of the year (so far). The civil defamation trial of Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard – the former married couple who now claim spousal abuse claims from both of them have done irreparable harms to their careers in Hollywood. Court TV’s Chanley Painter is in the courtroom daily and will join host Vinnie Politan with in person details about the mesmerizing testimony of Johnny Depp. Will his deliberate, thoughtful responses be seen as truthful, or just another ex

Apr 21, 2022 • 32:07

Someone They Knew: Hometown Hero

Someone They Knew: Hometown Hero

High School Football Coach Ed Thomas was a beloved fixture in the small Iowa town he called home and taught generations of pro-caliber football players. So when it was learned that one of his former players walked into Thomas’ weight room and gunned him down it shocked the community who were even more shocked when they learned who shot him and the tragic circumstances that caused it. This episode of Someone They Knew with Tamron Hall is called Hometown Hero and tells the story of what happened

Apr 14, 2022 • 46:11

Last Call | Someone They Knew Podcast

Last Call | Someone They Knew Podcast

Ashley Biggs was a divorced single mom working hard as a Domino’s Pizza delivery person to provide for her family. But someone used that very job against her when an unidentified woman placed a pizza order with specific instructions to a location where Ashley would be ambushed and murdered. Almost immediately, the police zeroed in on her ex-husband, Chad Cobb, who confessed to her killing, but that left the police with one looming, unanswered question – who was the woman who ordered that pizza?

Apr 7, 2022 • 45:24

Someone They Knew: Man’s Best Friend

Someone They Knew: Man’s Best Friend

Early on the morning of July 23rd, 2000 a man stepped into the backyard of his waterfront home in Merritt Island, Florida and smelled death. At first, he thought it was a decomposing manatee, but upon further investigation it was determined to be the bound body of Misty Morse --- a 22-year-old woman investigators who had been strangled to death, bound in rope and duct tape and callously dumped into the Indian River. This week’s podcast is an audio version of the Court TV Original production So

Mar 31, 2022 • 45:32

Someone They Knew: Too Close to the Sun

Someone They Knew: Too Close to the Sun

It may come as a surprise to some, but the vast majority of violent crime in this country is not perpetrated by complete strangers. Instead, the victims knew their attacker – often intimately. That’s the inspiration for the Court TV Original production Someone They Knew, which airs every Sunday night at 9pm on Court TV. Hosted by the Emmy award winning journalist Tamron Hall, Someone They Knew delves into the Court TV archives for the most compelling stories of betrayal. The show premiered w

Mar 24, 2022 • 46:10

Jussie Smollett Sentenced

Jussie Smollett Sentenced

Three months after a Chicago jury convicted Empire actor Jussie Smollett of faking a hate crime, he has returned to court to hear his sentence from the judge and it was a dramatic session. Court TV’s Chanley Painter was in the room when it happened and shares with host Vinnie Politan her observations. Was his sentence too harsh? Or did the judge do the right thing? Get the latest updates on CourtTV and CourtTV.com and tune in to see Vinnie Politan and the entire Court TV team review each day

Mar 17, 2022 • 48:08

The Cal City Toddlers

The Cal City Toddlers

On a chilly night in December of 2020, California City residents Trezell and Jacqueline West reported to authorities that their adoptive toddler sons Orson and Orinn had gone missing. That call kicked off a massive search for the two boys. Were they lost, kidnapped or worse? 2 years later authorities in nearby Bakersfield, California think they know exactly what happened to the boys and have charged the parents with their murders. Court TV’s Chanley Painter joins host Vinnie Politan to discus

Mar 10, 2022 • 44:31

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial: FL v. Curtis Reeves, PT 4

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial: FL v. Curtis Reeves, PT 4

Not Guilty – those were the words Curtis Reeves heard just hours after the jury was charged with determining his fate. It was a dramatic ending for a dramatic trial – one that left one family devastated and the other equally elated. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV’s Ted Rowlands have full coverage of the verdict, including thoughts from the defense team and Curtis Reeves himself. Get the latest updates on CourtTV and CourtTV.com and tune in to see Vinnie Politan and the entire Court TV team

Mar 3, 2022 • 41:21

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial: FL v. Curtis Reeves, PT 3

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial: FL v. Curtis Reeves, PT 3

Curtis Reeves has never denied that he shot and killed Chad Oulson after an argument about cell phone usage in a movie theatre, so the determination of whether the shooting was justifiable self-defense, or a murder will most likely rest on whether or not the jury believes the testimony of various eyewitnesses to the shooting. This week host Vinnie Politan and Court TV anchor Ted Rowlands will look at the eyewitness testimony of both the prosecution and the defense – including testimony from Cur

Feb 24, 2022 • 46:28

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial: FL v. Curtis Reeves, Part 2

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial: FL v. Curtis Reeves, Part 2

A jury has been seated in the murder trial of Curtis Reeves, the retired police captain who shot and killed Chad Oulson during an argument over cell phone usage in a movie theatre. Reeves is claiming self-defense. The prosecution says he let his anger get the best of him. And how a jury must decide who is right. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV’s Ted Rowlands will look at the opening arguments from both sides and the dramatic testimony of Chad Oulson’s widow. Get the latest updates on CourtTV

Feb 17, 2022 • 46:51

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial: FL v. Curtis Reeves

Movie Popcorn Murder Trial: FL v. Curtis Reeves

Eight years ago, what was supposed to be a pleasant date night for Chad Oulson and his wife turned deadly when a confrontation over sending a text message in a movie theatre turned deadly. Retired police captain Curtis Reeves confronted Oulson about the cell phone, an argument ensued, a bag of popcorn was thrown and then a shot rang out, killing Oulson. Chad Reeves claims he had no choice but to shoot him because he feared for his life, prosecutors say he was the instigator who went out of his

Feb 10, 2022 • 43:37

Tiger King Joe Exotic Interview

Tiger King Joe Exotic Interview

The ongoing saga of Tiger King star Joe Exotic continues to get headlines. Just last week a federal judge resentenced him for the murder-for-hire and animal cruelty convictions in 2019 and the results were not exactly what he wanted. We know this because Joe called host Vinnie Politan from the federal prison he’s being held in for an exclusive interview. And like all things associated with Joe Exotic it was a wild ride that includes an update on his health battle, the status of his appeals an

Feb 3, 2022 • 39:56

Deadly Road Rage Shooting Trial: WI v. Edgecomb

Deadly Road Rage Shooting Trial: WI v. Edgecomb

Just weeks after a Wisconsin jury declared that Kyle Rittenhouse acted in self-defense when he shot three protestors, another Wisconsin jury has been seated for a similar trial. This time bicyclist Theodore Edgecomb is charged with killing Jason Cleereman after a road rage confrontation. Edgecomb’s defense claims the shooting, which was captured on video, is a clear case of self-defense and is even calling into question the behavior of Cleereman’s wife immediately after the shooting. Court TV

Jan 27, 2022 • 51:52

Bill Cosby Conviction Overturned - Premium

Bill Cosby Conviction Overturned - Premium

Encore Episode -- In September of 2018 Bill Cosby became an inmate in a Pennsylvania prison serving a 10-year sentence for sexual assault. That is until July 1st, 2021 when the state’s highest court overturned his conviction and ordered his immediate release. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV anchor Julie Grant will explain the law behind the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s decision and what it could mean for sexual assault victims going forward. Get the latest updates on CourtTV and CourtTV.com a

Jan 20, 2022 • 43:46

2022 Big Trial Preview

2022 Big Trial Preview

It’s a new year so Court TV has a new docket of trials to cover and with this episode of the Court TV Podcast host Vinnie Politan has invited some of his on-air colleagues to join him and preview some of the biggest trials expected to happen this year – including the murder trial of the remaining former police officers charged in the death of George Floyd, the retrial of Katherine Magbanua whose first murder for hire trial end up with a hung jury and the bizarre decades long story of the Killer

Jan 13, 2022 • 48:04

The Death of Daunte Wright Trial – MN v. Kim Potter

The Death of Daunte Wright Trial – MN v. Kim Potter

Just months after Court TV made history with their cameras televising The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, we’re back in that same courtroom for the trial of another police officer – 26-year veteran Kim Potter – who is facing manslaughter charges for the death of Daunte Wright. Will prosecutors be able to convince the jury Potter was criminally responsible for Wright’s death when she mistakenly fired her gun rather than her taser? Or will her defense team be able to show that not matter whi

Dec 16, 2021 • 36:29

The Snake Breeder Murder Trial

The Snake Breeder Murder Trial

Lynlee Renick is on trial for the murder of her husband, renown snake breeder Ben Renick, in a Missouri courtroom and Court TV is covering the trial gavel to gavel. Will the jury believe the testimony of a co-conspirator who received an immunity deal from prosecutors? Or will the defense be able to cast enough doubt on the testimony of an ex-boyfriend and convicted felon who says he provided Lynlee with the murder weapon. Court TV’s Ted Rowlands joins host Vinnie Politan with full coverage of

Dec 9, 2021 • 43:06

The Tale of Two Trials – McMichaels et al and Rittenhouse Murder Trials, PT 4

The Tale of Two Trials – McMichaels et al and Rittenhouse Murder Trials, PT 4

Two headline grabbing trails came to an end within days of each other and the results could not have been more dramatic and Court TV was there reporting on them both. First in the murder trial of Kyle Rittenhouse the jury returned with a verdict of innocent on all counts. Court TV’s Chanley Painter was in the courtroom and will tell host Vinnie Politan what it was like to see that moment happen. Then we’ll breakdown the guilty verdicts for all of the defendants in The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery

Dec 2, 2021 • 56:59

The Tale of Two Trials – McMichaels et al and Rittenhouse Murder Trials, PT 3

The Tale of Two Trials – McMichaels et al and Rittenhouse Murder Trials, PT 3

We’re in verdict watch in Kenosha, Wisconsin where Kyle Rittenhouse awaits the jury’s decision about whether or not he murdered two people and seriously wounded another or was justifiably defending himself. Court TV Anchor Ted Rowlands is in Kenosha and will join host Vinnie Politan to discuss the dramatic closing arguments of the case. Then we’ll shift attention to Brunswick, Georgia where defense attorney Kevin Gough created controversy when he raised objections to two prominent people in the

Nov 18, 2021 • 50:24

The Tale of Two Trials – McMichaels et al and Rittenhouse Murder Trials, PT 2

The Tale of Two Trials – McMichaels et al and Rittenhouse Murder Trials, PT 2

Court TV’s Michael Ayala joins host Vinnie Politan this week as we continue our dual coverage of the Kyle Rittenhouse murder trial and Kenosha and the Killing of Ahmaud Arbery murder trial in Brunswick, Georgia. First, we go to Kenosha, where the prosecution called Gaige Grosskreutz, the man Rittenhouse shot who survived. Was Grosskreutz’s testimony a help or a hindrance to the state’s case? Or did his testimony provide the defense with the self-defense justification they needed. Then we’ll

Nov 11, 2021 • 47:53

The Tale of Two Trials – McMichaels et al and Rittenhouse Murder Trials, PT 1

The Tale of Two Trials – McMichaels et al and Rittenhouse Murder Trials, PT 1

Two of the biggest trials in the country are happening simultaneously and Court TV is covering both gavel to gavel. First up Court TV’s Ted Rowlands joins host Vinnie Politan to dig into the opening statements in the Kyle Rittenhouse murder trial happening in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The prosecution says Rittenhouse went to Kenosha looking for conflict. His defense says the conflict sought him out and he was only defending himself. Were they able to sway the jury one way or another? Then we’ll sh

Nov 4, 2021 • 51:07

Big Story Roundup – Maya Millete, Brian Laundrie and Alec Baldwin

Big Story Roundup – Maya Millete, Brian Laundrie and Alec Baldwin

Jury selections continues for The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery Murder trial, so we’ve asked Court TV’s Michael Ayala to join host Vinnie Politan to discuss three other big legal stories that have grabbed headlines. First up, the husband of missing mom Maya Millete has been arrested and charged with her murder even though her body has yet to be found. Can prosecutors get him to reveal all he knows? Then we’re off to Florida were the body of Brian Laundrie, the primary suspect in the murder of Gabby

Oct 28, 2021 • 52:06

The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery Trial, Pt. 2 – Jury Selection Begins

The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery Trial, Pt. 2 – Jury Selection Begins

This week in Glynn County, Georgia, the court is going through the methodical process of screening 1000 residents for potential service on the jury for the murder trial of Greg and Travis McMichael and William “Roddy” Brian – the men accused of stalking and killing Ahmaud Arbery in their neighborhood. Court TV’s Julia Jenae is in Brunswick, Georgia for the proceeding and will discuss with host Vinnie Politan how the process works and the types of jurors the prosecution and defense potentially c

Oct 21, 2021 • 43:10

The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery Trial, PT 1: How We Got Here

The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery Trial, PT 1: How We Got Here

When Ahmaud Arbery was shot to death in February of 2020, it barely made a ripple in the news, but three months later cell phone footage of the shooting was released and practically overnight his death became an international story – provoking outrage that the three men involved in the incident had not been charged. All of that has changed now as we are just days away from jury selection for the murder trial of father and son Greg and Travis McMichael and their neighbor William “Roddy” Brian.

Oct 14, 2021 • 49:00

The Killing of Gabby Petito and Hunt for Brian Laundrie

The Killing of Gabby Petito and Hunt for Brian Laundrie

With every revelation about what happened to Gabby Petito, the intrigue surrounding her death only continues to grow. This week host Vinnie Politan is joined by nationally renowned forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan to share his insight into what happened to Gabby, the rapidity of how quickly her death was declared a homicide and just how long Brian Laundrie could survive while on the run. Get the latest updates on Court TV and CourtTV.com. And join Vinnie Politan and the entire Court TV team

Oct 7, 2021 • 51:14

R. Kelly Verdict/The Killing of Gabby Petito Update

R. Kelly Verdict/The Killing of Gabby Petito Update

After a six-week trial in a federal courthouse in Brooklyn, NY, Grammy award winning recording artist learned his fate when the jury returned with a verdict of guilty on all counts in his sex trafficking trial. Court TV’s Julia Jenaé was on hand for the verdict and will join host Vinnie Politan to share her insights. Then he’ll be joined by Chanley Painter with an update on the hunt for Brian Laundrie – the missing boyfriend of Gabby Petito, who death was ruled a homicide just last week. Get

Sep 30, 2021 • 56:45

The Jinx Murder Trial -- The Verdict

The Jinx Murder Trial -- The Verdict

Robert Durst managed to avoid justice for the murder of his friend Susan Berman for 20 years, but that all came to an end last week when the Los Angeles jury charged with deciding his fate returned with a verdict. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV anchor Ted Rowlands will discuss the verdict and how even in the end Robert Durst managed to make this trial one of the most bizarre and historic on record. Then Vinnie will talk with Haley Bull from Newsy about the latest developments in the story of G

Sep 23, 2021 • 48:51

The Jinx Murder Trial: Closing Arguments

The Jinx Murder Trial: Closing Arguments

The marathon trial of California vs. Robert Durst is now in the hands of the jury, who as this podcast was recorded were deliberating the fate of the man accused of murdering his friend Susan Berman over 20 years ago. The defense claims the prosecution bullied a sick old man with memory lapses all to make the jury hate the man in order to cover for lack of forensic evidence. The prosecution says they don’t need that type of evidence because Durst’s own words are enough to convict him. Court T

Sep 16, 2021 • 46:05

Encore Episode -- Missing Mother Maya Millete

Encore Episode -- Missing Mother Maya Millete

Encore Episode -- Where is Maya Millete? The mother of three has been gone since January and Court TV has been covering her disappearance from the start. Could she have gotten lost on a hike? Run off with someone? Or has something more sinister happened? Her husband Larry Millete did a telephone interview with local media and we'll examine that conversation with behavioral and deception detection expert Susan Constantine, looking for any clues that can be found. Get the latest updates on Cour

Sep 9, 2021 • 56:04

The Jinx Murder Trial: Robert Durst Testifies, PT. 3

The Jinx Murder Trial: Robert Durst Testifies, PT. 3

Accused murderer Robert Durst endured nine days of cross examination, questioned relentlessly by prosecutor John Lewin about the death of Susan Berman, the disappearance of Durst's wife Kathy and the death and dismemberment of Morris Black. Durst was able to convince a Texas jury to acquit him of Black's murder, but will he be able to do this same with the California jury after the testimony he gave? Court TV's Ted Rowlands joins host Vinnie Politan to discuss the final half of Durst's cross exa

Sep 2, 2021 • 43:11

The Jinx Murder Trial - Robert Durst Testifies, PT 2

The Jinx Murder Trial - Robert Durst Testifies, PT 2

From the beginning when his lawyers declared in opening arguments that Robert Durst would testify in his own defense, we’ve been anticipating what would happen when the man accused of murdering his friend Susan Berman in order to keep her from implicating him in the murder of his wife Kathy Durst decades earlier. Durst has already convince one jury to acquit him of murder in a Texas trial, can he do it again? Or will he seal his fate attempting to one up the prosecution. Court TV’s Ted Rowland

Aug 26, 2021 • 40:03

The Jinx Murder Trial - Robert Durst Testifies, PT 1

The Jinx Murder Trial - Robert Durst Testifies, PT 1

Real estate heir Robert Durst has already convinced one jury he should be acquitted of murder charges. Can he do it again? That’s just what he’s attempted by once again taking the stand to testify in his own defense. This time in a Los Angeles courtroom where’s he’s charged with the murder of his friend Susan Berman. How did Durst do under direct examination? Court TV’s Ted Rowland’s joins host Vinnie Politan to discuss. Get the latest updates on CourtTV and CourtTV.com and tune in to see Vin

Aug 19, 2021 • 39:18

Encore Episode -- Doomsday Couple – The Lori Vallow Tapes

Encore Episode -- Doomsday Couple – The Lori Vallow Tapes

Encore Episode – A lot has happened in the Doomsday Couple story since we recorded this episode. Lori has not only been charged with the murder of her husband Charles Vallow, but she’s also been deemed unfit to stand trial and is under-going mental health treatments. All of which makes this encore episode of the Court TV podcast even more compelling because it revolves around audio tapes Court TV acquired. These are recordings Vallow made before she met Chad Daybell, speaking about the desire s

Aug 5, 2021 • 41:42

The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery Murder Trial – Pre-trial Hearing

The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery Murder Trial – Pre-trial Hearing

We’re just weeks away from the trial of Travis and Gregory McMichael and their neighbor William “Roddie” Bryan – the three men accused of murdering Ahmaud Arbery. The prosecution believes the men profiled Arbery and stalked him with trucks and guns until there was a confrontation that left only Arbery dead. The defense argues that the men were justified under Georgia’s citizen arrest law and were in court last week arguing that they should be able to make the case that Arbery may have been in

Jul 29, 2021 • 38:41

Big Story Roundup – The Killing of Mollie Tibbetts Murder Trial and Free Britney

Big Story Roundup – The Killing of Mollie Tibbetts Murder Trial and Free Britney

For our 100th episode host Vinnie Politan and Court TV’s Ted Rowlands will cover two of the biggest legal stories of the week. Up first is a major update in The Killing of Mollie Tibbetts Murder Trial. Her convicted killer Cristhian Bahena Rivera was back in court for what was supposed to be his sentencing, but instead that was delayed in order to his defense team to make an argument for a new trial due to some new information. Two people independently came forward and implicated another man

Jul 22, 2021 • 44:16

Bill Cosby Conviction Overturned

Bill Cosby Conviction Overturned

Since September of 2018 Bill Cosby has been an inmate in a Pennsylvania prison serving a 10-year sentence for sexual assault. That is until July 1st when the state’s highest court overturned his conviction and ordered his immediate release. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV anchor Julie Grant will explain the law behind the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s decision and what it could mean for sexual assault victims going forward. Get the latest updates on CourtTV and CourtTV.com and tune in to see V

Jul 3, 2021 • 43:46

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 11: The Sentence

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 11: The Sentence

Two months after a Minneapolis jury found Derek Chauvin guilty on all counts, he returned to court to find out his sentence for the killing of George Floyd. From the heart-breaking appearance from George Floyd’s daughter to Derek Chauvin’s statement to the Floyd family and the court, it was a dramatic hearing on all counts and Court TV Legal Correspondent Julia Jenaé was there for it all. She joins host Vinnie Politan to discuss the proceedings and to bring us an excerpt from her exclusive int

Jul 1, 2021 • 44:18

FL v. Ronnie Oneal: Double Homicide Defendant Represents Himself

FL v. Ronnie Oneal: Double Homicide Defendant Represents Himself

The stakes couldn’t be higher for defendant Ronnie Oneal. He’s on trial for double homicide, accused of brutally murdering his girlfriend, his special needs daughter and attempting to kill his seven-year-old son. Florida prosecutors think the crime merits the death penalty, which makes it all the more remarkable that Ronnie Oneal chose to act as his own lawyer and defend himself. Acting as his own lawyer means he also got to cross examine the state’s star witness, Oneal’s son. Court TV followed

Jun 24, 2021 • 43:02

KY v. Martin: Ex-Pilot Charged in Triple Murder

KY v. Martin: Ex-Pilot Charged in Triple Murder

Christian “Kit” Martin, the former U.S. Army major and commercial airline pilot, took the stand in his own defense this week in an attempt to convince the jury he had nothing to do with the gruesome deaths of three of his neighbors. Was he able to convincingly explain all of the evidence that implicated him? Did he cast enough suspicion on his former love interest, Joan Harmon, the accused bigamist who used her 5th amendment rights to get out of testifying? Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV’s

Jun 17, 2021 • 43:17

Doomsday Couple – Murder Charges and Mental Competency

Doomsday Couple – Murder Charges and Mental Competency

It’s been 8 months since the bodies of Tylee Ryan and her little brother JJ Vallow were discovered buried in Chad Daybell’s backyard. But at the time no murder charges were filed against Daybell and his new wife, the children’s mother, Lori Vallow. All that has changed now as the couple were charged with the deaths of not only Tylee and JJ, but also Chad’s first wife Tammy. That alone would be a major update in the story, but then days later it was revealed that Lori has been deemed mentally u

Jun 10, 2021 • 38:58

Encore Episode  - The Doomsday Couple: A Court TV Special

Encore Episode - The Doomsday Couple: A Court TV Special

Encore Episode -- There were major updates in the ongoing story of the Doomsday Couple and we’ll cover them all when return with a new podcast next week. Until then this encore episode will give you all of the background you need on the Doomsday Couple. Lori Vallow and her husband, Doomsday prophet Chad Daybell, hoped to be spending the rest of their lives together, but instead their marriage has been spent behind bars due to the discovery of the bodies of Lori’s kids, Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow

Jun 3, 2021 • 44:20

The Killing of Mollie Tibbetts Murder Trial, Pt 2

The Killing of Mollie Tibbetts Murder Trial, Pt 2

Court TV has been in Iowa this week, covering the murder trial of Christhian Bahena Rivera, the man accused of murdering University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts. Court TV’s Michael Ayala joins host Vinnie Politian to discuss some of the key testimony so far, including testimony from the police detective who initially interrogated Rivera and managed to get him to not only confess to the murder but to lead authorities to Mollie’s body. The defense saw her testimony as an opportunity to show R

May 27, 2021 • 38:17

Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd Updates

Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd Updates

Last week there were big hearings for two of the biggest stories of the year and host Vinnie Politan Court TV Anchor Michael Ayala are prepped to break down all of the major developments. First in Brunswick, Georgia lawyers for the three men charged for the murder of Ahmaud Arbery made arguments to allow Arbery’s past encounters with law enforcement to be used as evidence for the defense. They also brought into question Arbery’s mental health status. Should the judge allow this type of eviden

May 20, 2021 • 42:15

Jealous Wife Murder Trial

Jealous Wife Murder Trial

It doesn’t happen often, but when a murder defendant takes the stand to testify in their own defense it never fails to fascinate, and the testimony of Michelle Boat was no exception. Boat, who was found guilty of the murder of her romantic rival Tracy Mondabough and now faces life in prison for first degree murder, took the stand in an attempt to convince the jury to convict her of a lesser charge. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV anchor Ted Rowlands will break down her testimony and examine w

May 13, 2021 • 32:56

The Killing of Mollie Tibbetts Murder Trial

The Killing of Mollie Tibbetts Murder Trial

It’s been almost two years since 20-year-old University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts disappeared while on an evening jog, setting off an enormous search that made national news. A month after her disappearance Cristhian Rivera, a local dairy farm worker who was in the country illegally, was arrested, allegedly confessed to her murder and led investigators to her body. But before the police homed in on Rivera there were four other viable suspects that were looked into and eventually cleared.

May 6, 2021 • 32:33

The Secret Fiancée Murder Trial

The Secret Fiancée Murder Trial

James Addie seemingly had a perfect life – married for twenty-three years with two children. But he also had a secret – a mistress he’d been seeing for seven years and was due to marry two days after her body was discovered in a ditch with a bullet in the back of her head. Did Addie murder her to avoid having his double life exposed? Missouri prosecutors think so and are in court now to prove it. But first Court TV Legal Correspondent Julia Jenaé is back from Minneapolis with her perceptions

Apr 29, 2021 • 39:43

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 10: The Verdict

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 10: The Verdict

Bonus Episode – After just ten hours of deliberations the jury for the Derek Chauvin murder trial delivered their verdict – guilty on all counts. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV’s Michael Ayala discuss the verdict, the likelihood of appeals and what the justice system needs to do next in order to avoid this type of situation again. Get the latest updates on CourtTV and CourtTV.com and tune in to see Vinnie Politan and the entire Court TV team review each day’s testimony on Closing Arguments

Apr 22, 2021 • 29:16

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 9: Closing Arguments

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 9: Closing Arguments

After 3 weeks of testimony and 45 witnesses the Derek Chauvin murder trial moved into closing arguments where many a case has been won or lost. In this episode, which was recorded hours before the verdict was delivered, Court TV’s Michael Ayala and host Vinnie Politan examine both the prosecution and the defense’s arguments and let us know what to expect next. Get the latest updates on CourtTV and CourtTV.com and tune in to see Vinnie Politan and the entire Court TV team review each day’s tes

Apr 22, 2021 • 44:07

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 8: Defense’s Case

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 8: Defense’s Case

After weeks of testimony from the prosecution it’s now time for Derek Chauvin’s lawyer to present the defense’s case. Will a different point of view on police use of force and forensic science be enough to sway the jury? Will testimony from one of the people who was with George Floyd that afternoon have an impact? Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV’s Michael Ayala will break it all down. Plus Vinnie will explain the “Poltian Theorem” – his method for calculating how long the jury may deliberate

Apr 20, 2021 • 35:57

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 7: Cause of Death

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 7: Cause of Death

As the prosecution in the Derek Chauvin murder trial continues to present its case, they now turn to the medical experts to establish the cause of death. Were they successful in presenting the very scientifically and medically technical information in a way the jury will be able to understand? Did they make a mistake not leading with the local medical examiner who was charged with initially establishing George Floyd’s manner of death? Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV’s Michael Ayala will revi

Apr 15, 2021 • 38:20

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 6: Five Key Moments from Week 1

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 6: Five Key Moments from Week 1

As the prosecution continues to present its case against Derek Chauvin, the man accused of murdering George Floyd, we look back on the first week of testimony and five of the biggest moments in the trial so far. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV’s Michael Ayala share their insight as they review emotional testimony from the teenage girl who shot the video that shocked the world, the longest tenured Minneapolis police officer and an MMA fighter who says he saw Derek Chauvin use techniques intended

Apr 8, 2021 • 45:02

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 5: Opening Statements

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 5: Opening Statements

Just 10 months after George Floyd died in a confrontation with four Minneapolis Police officers, the first of those officers, Derek Chauvin, is facing a jury, charged with his murder. Opening statements have happened and we have the full Court TV analysis of both the prosecution’s and the defense. Host Vinnie Politan and Michael Ayala will discuss what was learned, what surprised them and where they think the trial will go next. Get the latest updates on CourtTV.com and catch Vinnie and the en

Apr 1, 2021 • 38:35

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 4: Jury Selection Continues

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 4: Jury Selection Continues

The jury is seated – 14 people who, starting Monday, March 29, will listen to all of the evidence and be asked to decide the fate of the man accused of murdering George Floyd, former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin. This week we learned the judge will allow key pieces of evidence related to a prior arrest of George Floyd will be admissible. Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV anchor Michael Ayala will break down what that evidence and its potential impact. Plus, we’ll wrap up “Meet the

Mar 25, 2021 • 48:03

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 3: The Civil Settlement

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 3: The Civil Settlement

The death of George Floyd in the summer of 2020 changed the world and it continues to do so today with a landmark twenty-seven-million-dollar settlement between the City of Minneapolis and the George Floyd family. Why was this announcement made just days into the jury selection process? Will it forever taint the jury pool? Host Vinnie Politan and Court TV’s Michael Ayala will discuss the ramifications of the settlement as well as the addition of another charge against defendant Derek Chauvin.

Mar 18, 2021 • 42:36

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 2: Jury Selection Begins

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial, Pt 2: Jury Selection Begins

10 months after George Floyd lost his life in a confrontation with four Minneapolis police officers, the first criminal trial related to his death has begun. Jurors are currently being seated for the murder trial of former officer Derek Chauvin. Host Vinnie Politan and his Court TV colleague Michael Ayala will discuss all that we’ve learned so far, including the prosecution’s efforts to add an additional charge against Chauvin and the defense’s efforts to limit the testimony of key eyewitnesses

Mar 11, 2021 • 40:18

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial

The Death of George Floyd Murder Trial

The murder trial of Derek Chauvin, the ex-Minneapolis police officer charged with the murder of George Floyd, is just days away and Court TV is on site ready to cover the entire trial from gavel to gavel. Legal Correspondent Julia Jenae is on the ground and has a full report as jury selection is scheduled to being next week. Then host Vinnie Politan will talk with Court TV’s Grace Wong about what it took to get Court TV’s cameras in the courtroom for this historic trial. Get the latest update

Mar 4, 2021 • 40:13

I Can’t Breathe: A Court TV Special

I Can’t Breathe: A Court TV Special

I Can’t Breathe – the three words George Floyd repeatedly said during the final 8 minutes and 46 seconds of his life. His death led to an international movement and to the prosecution of four Minneapolis police officers. As the trial for the ranking officer Derek Chauvin approaches, Court TV’s Michael Ayala and Julia Jenae take in-depth look at what happened the day George Floyd died with I Can’t Breathe: A Court TV Special. Featuring interviews with his family and friends, this documentary tra

Feb 25, 2021 • 43:49

3 Big Trials…3 Big Updates

3 Big Trials…3 Big Updates

It was a busy week in several courtrooms across the country with major updates in three big legal stories we’ve been covering on Court TV. Host Vinnie Politan has assembled the Court TV dream team of Ted Rowlands, Michael Ayala and Julia Jenae to fill us in. In the Doomsday Couple Trial -- the children of Chad Daybell continue to wait for their mother Tammy’s autopsy results, and we have an exclusive interview with her daughter Emma Daybell about what local authorities are saying about the repo

Feb 18, 2021 • 43:07

Kelsie Schelling Murder Trial

Kelsie Schelling Murder Trial

It’s been eight years since pregnant Kelsie Schelling disappeared without a trace. Her on-again/off-again boyfriend, and the father of her child, is now facing a Colorado jury charged with her murder. It’s a case that has captured the nation’s attention, so we’ve brought in one of the people that knows it best – Denver 7 journalist Liz Gelardi, to give us an update on the trial. The prosecution’s case is based entirely on circumstantial evidence, but is it strong enough to get a conviction?

Feb 11, 2021 • 34:44

Kenosha Riot Shootings – Pending Civil Cases

Kenosha Riot Shootings – Pending Civil Cases

Alleged Kenosha riot shooter Kyle Rittenhouse doesn’t deny he shot and killed two people and maimed a third, but should he be the only one facing judgment? Lawyer Kimberly Motley doesn’t think so and has begun the process of filing civil suits against the Kenosha police for not doing more to control the situation. Court TV’s Michael Ayala interviewed Motley about her cases and will share what he learned. Then host Vinnie Politan and friend of the podcast Ecleynne Mercy will debate whether or

Feb 4, 2021 • 39:55

Missing Mother Maya Millete

Missing Mother Maya Millete

Where is Maya Millete? The mother of three has been gone for three weeks, missing her own daughter’s birthday party. Could she have gotten lost on a hike? Run off with someone? Or has something more sinister happened? Her husband Larry Millete did a telephone interview with local media and we’ll examine that conversation with behavioral and deception detection expert Susan Constantine, looking for any clues that can be found. Get the latest updates on CourtTV.com and catch Vinnie and the enti

Jan 28, 2021 • 56:04

George Floyd Murder Trial – Trial Update

George Floyd Murder Trial – Trial Update

There was a major ruling in the George Floyd murder trial and it was a shocker – one that will have major implications for all of the defendants. Court TV’s Julia Jenae joins host Vinnie Politan to discuss the ruling and what it could mean in the pursuit of justice. Then friend of the podcast, defense lawyer Ecleynne Mercy, makes a case for letting people who actively participated in protests following Floyd’s death onto the jury. Get the latest updates on CourtTV.com and catch Vinnie and the

Jan 21, 2021 • 40:27

Doomsday Couple – Motion To Remove Prosecutor

Doomsday Couple – Motion To Remove Prosecutor

Last week the Doomsday Couple, Lori Vallow-Daybell and Chad Daybell, were back in court petitioning to have the lead prosecutor of their case removed for ethics violations. Their evidence? A secretly recorded conversation. Court TV’s Chanley Painter joins host Vinnie Politan to discuss the tape’s revelations about the case. Is it time for the prosecution to consider cutting a deal with Chad or Lori? Friend of the podcast Monica Lindstrom thinks so and will tell us why. Get the latest updates o

Jan 14, 2021 • 38:56

Biggest Trials of 2021

Biggest Trials of 2021

Despite Covid shutdowns the American legal system has continued its quest for justice and 2021 will be no exception with some of the biggest trials in Court TV history expected to occur. This week host Vinnie Politan and the entire Court TV team will preview five of the biggest stories Court TV will cover this year – including the murder trials of a former Playboy model Kelsey Turner, the Parkland High School shooter Nikolas Cruz and the former Minneapolis police officer accused of murdering Ge

Jan 7, 2021 • 39:36

Top 5 Stories of 2020

Top 5 Stories of 2020

It’s time to look back on 2020 and the top legal stories of the year, which began off with one of the biggest trials of the century – NY v. Harvey Weinstein – only to see courtrooms soon shut down due to the Covid-19 crisis. What will the long-term impact of the shutdown be on our legal system? In 2020 we also learned of the grim fates of missing siblings Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow, whose bodies were discovered in the back yard of their mom Lori Vallow’s new husband Chad. But perhaps the biggest

Dec 17, 2020 • 43:22

Kenosha Shooting Suspect Kyle Rittenhouse – Probable Cause Hearing

Kenosha Shooting Suspect Kyle Rittenhouse – Probable Cause Hearing

17-year-old Kyle Rittenhouse was back in court last week for a probable cause hearing and like every aspect of this story it was divisive. Probable cause hearings are usually routine proceedings, but Kyle Rittenhouse’s lawyer took it as an opportunity to set up his defense strategy, which the prosecution and the judge would not allow. Court TV Legal Correspondent Julia Jenae watched the hearing and will join us with a full report. The hearing was also an opportunity to see the potential angle

Dec 10, 2020 • 38:13

Bill Cosby – The Appellate Hearing

Bill Cosby – The Appellate Hearing

Bill Cosby, the superstar actor/comedian once dubbed as America’s Dad, has been in a Pennsylvania prison for over two years after his 2018 conviction for sexual assault. His lawyer say he didn’t get a fair trial and this week went before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to argue their case. Court TV’s Julie Grant followed that proceeding and will join host Vinnie Politan to walk us through what the arguments Cosby’s defense team made. One of the core issues revolves around prior bad act witness

Dec 3, 2020 • 40:00

Encore Episode! -- The Road to Justice for Ahmaud Arbery

Encore Episode! -- The Road to Justice for Ahmaud Arbery

Encore Episode – Court TV was on site for the first court appearance of the accused killers of jogger Ahmaud Arbery with gavel to gavel coverage. Shocking revelations were revealed when the prosecution made their case against father/son Greg and Travis McMichael and William Roddie Bryan as their lawyers hinted at the defense strategy they may pursue. Vinnie will break it all down with Court TV’s Ted Rowlands, who was on the scene. Vinnie will also make a case for this trial to NOT get a change

Nov 26, 2020 • 35:06

Ahmaud Arbery Killing – McMichael’s Bond Hearing

Ahmaud Arbery Killing – McMichael’s Bond Hearing

Greg and Travis McMichael, the father and son duo accused of taking the law into their own hands and killing 25-year-old jogger Ahmaud Arbery, were back in court last week hoping to be released on bond. We were there with gavel to gavel coverage for the hearing and Court TV’s Michael Ayala will join the podcast to share what was learned in the dramatic two days of testimony. The McMichaels are both charged with felony murder – a crime that rarely gets bond, so what was the likelihood of them b

Nov 19, 2020 • 41:48

Doomsday Couple – The Lori Vallow Tapes

Doomsday Couple – The Lori Vallow Tapes

Since her arrest for her involvement in the deaths of her children JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, we’ve heard very little from Lori Vallow. But Court TV has recently come in possession of some audio recordings – recordings of Vallow made before she met Chad Daybell, speaking about the desire she had at one point to murder her third husband, Joeseph Ryan, the father of Tylee. Court TV’s Chanley Painter will join us and share some of the more revealing moments in those audio recordings. The tapes re

Nov 12, 2020 • 41:42

Kenosha Shooting Suspect Kyle Rittenhouse – Bail Hearing

Kenosha Shooting Suspect Kyle Rittenhouse – Bail Hearing

After losing his extradition fight, 17-year-old Kyle Rittenhouse, who is facing several felony charges for killing two people and seriously wounding another, was in a Kenosha, Wisconsin courtroom for a bail hearing and as expected it was contentious. Court TV’s Ted Rowlands will join us with audio from the hearing – including a passionate declaration from a victim’s father. There’s no denying this will be a difficult case for prosecutors to win, so should they offer Rittenhouse a plea deal? Ho

Nov 5, 2020 • 38:46

Doomsday Couple -- Status Update

Doomsday Couple -- Status Update

Doomsday Couple Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell’s first wedding anniversary is fast approaching, but they won’t be spending it together. Instead they’re in separate jail cells facing charges for their involvement in the deaths of Lori’s children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan. Court TV’s Chanley Painter has been following this case from the start and will join us with an update – including the latest on a controversial tweet sent by Lori Vallow’s lawyer. Will this couple go to court together? Or wil

Oct 29, 2020 • 35:35

George Floyd Killing – 2019 Police Encounter

George Floyd Killing – 2019 Police Encounter

Due to a recent court filing, we have a clearer picture of how the four former Minneapolis police officers intend to defend themselves for the death of George Floyd – by putting the blame on George Floyd himself. Court TV’s Michael Ayala will join us to help analyze body camera footage of encounter Floyd had with the police in 2019 – and the remarkable similarities it has with the body camera footage from his deadly encounter with the police earlier this year. But does the new video help or hu

Oct 22, 2020 • 41:37

Kenosha Shooting Suspect Kyle Rittenhouse – Extradition Hearing

Kenosha Shooting Suspect Kyle Rittenhouse – Extradition Hearing

17-year-old Kyle Rittenhouse returned to a courtroom last week to fight his extradition from Illinois to Wisconsin, where he faces multiple felony charges for killing two people and severely injuring another. Interstate extradition is usual a simple procedural matter, but Rittenhouse is a minor and that has complicated things. Court TV’s Julia Jenae has been following this story from the beginning and will join us to share the latest developments. Is this a case Wisconsin prosecutors can even w

Oct 15, 2020 • 33:08

Breonna Taylor Case – Grand Jury Audio Released

Breonna Taylor Case – Grand Jury Audio Released

When Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron announced there would be no charges against the police officers related to the shooting death of Breonna Taylor, the public backlash was severe. So much so Cameron agreed to do something unprecedented – release audio of the grand jury audio testimony that led to that decision. Court TV’s Julia Jenae has listened to all fifteen hours of testimony and will join us to share what she has learned. Should the officers be facing homicide charges? Crimin

Oct 8, 2020 • 39:31

The Doomsday Couple: A Court TV Special

The Doomsday Couple: A Court TV Special

Lori Vallow and her new husband, Doomsday prophet Chad Daybell, hoped to be spending their first year of marriage together, but instead will celebrate their anniversary behind bars due to the discovery of the bodies of Lori’s kids, Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow, in Chad’s backyard. And that’s not the only death associated with this Doomsday Couple. This week’s podcast is an audio replay of a show that premiered on Court TV – a documentary that looks at the convoluted timeline of Lori Vallow and Cha

Oct 1, 2020 • 44:20

Encore Episode -- Wrong Apartment Murder Trial - Part 2: TX v. Amber Guyger

Encore Episode -- Wrong Apartment Murder Trial - Part 2: TX v. Amber Guyger

Encore Episode -- The verdict is in for former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger, who mistakenly entered her neighbor Botham Jean’s apartment believing it was her own and fatally shot him. Did the jury get it right? Was it a mistake for Guyger to testify? How did emotions play into the verdict? Get the latest updates on CourtTV.com and catch Vinnie Politan and the entire team live weeknights 8-11pm on Court TV Live. To see the entire Amber Guyger trial on Demand, click here. For a sneak pee

Sep 24, 2020 • 41:55

Encore Episode – Wrong Apartment Murder Trial: Part 1 – TX v. Amber Guyger

Encore Episode – Wrong Apartment Murder Trial: Part 1 – TX v. Amber Guyger

Encore episode! – nearly a year ago the trial of former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger gripped the nation – and Court TV was there to cover it from gavel to gavel. In this episode of the Court TV Podcast we examine how the Texas definition of first-degree murder impacted the trial and whether or not Guyger’s status as a police officer held her to a higher standard. The podcast also reviews the Corn Rake Murder trial of Todd Mullis, who was recently sentence to life in prison for the murder o

Sep 17, 2020 • 43:32

DOOMSDAY CULT MOM - Motion to Join Trials

DOOMSDAY CULT MOM - Motion to Join Trials

Newlyweds Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell have spent more of their marriage apart than together due to their incarceration. But they may get a lot more face time soon, due to the prosecution’s motion to join their two trials into one. Court TV Special Correspondent Ashleigh Banfield joins host Vinnie Politan to discuss the latest developments and how it could very well lead to the spouses turning on each other. Also Ashleigh will give a preview of her new Court TV show – Judgment with Ashleigh Ba

Sep 10, 2020 • 37:57

Chaos in Kenosha --  Jacob Blake and Kyle Rittenhouse

Chaos in Kenosha -- Jacob Blake and Kyle Rittenhouse

Riots broke out in the streets of Kenosha, Wisconsin following the release of cell phone video of Jacob Blake being shot in the back seven times by a police officer. The violence prompted some to take up arms in order to counter the protestors and protect private property. Among those counter-protestors was 17-year-old Kyle Rittenhouse, who, armed with a high-powered rifle, shot and killed two people and seriously wounded another. Rittenhouse now faces murder charges, but will his lawyers bei

Sep 3, 2020 • 37:42

College Admissions Scandal - Lori Loughlin Sentenced

College Admissions Scandal - Lori Loughlin Sentenced

It shocked the nation when television star Lori Loughlin and her fashion designer husband Mossimo Giannulli were implicated in Operation Varsity Blues, the sweeping Justice Department investigation into a plot to bribe students’ way into prestigious universities. Loughlin and her husband plead guilty to paying $500,000 to get their daughters into USC and this week learned their sentence. Court TV’s Ted Rowlands has a full report about the proceedings. Was prosecuting this case a proper use of r

Aug 27, 2020 • 40:15

DOOMSDAY CULT MOM - Arizona Charges Pending

DOOMSDAY CULT MOM - Arizona Charges Pending

Just hours before Lori Vallow was to appear in an Idaho court for a preliminary hearing, authorities in Arizona announced they are preparing charges against her for the death of her husband Charles Vallow. And the surprises don’t end there. Court TV’s Chanley Painter will give us an update on the latest developments. Host Vinnie Politan and Arizona attorney Monica Lindstrom discuss the presumed murder charges pending in Arizona and Idaho. Which jurisdiction has the better case? Will a chang

Aug 20, 2020 • 34:50

George Floyd Killing - Police Body Camera Footage Released

George Floyd Killing - Police Body Camera Footage Released

When the complete police body camera footage of the George Floyd killing was leaked to a British media outlet, Minneapolis judge Peter Cahill had little choice but to grant Court TV’s request to lift his ban on the video’s release. Court TV’s Ted Rowlands join us to discuss the impact of seeing everything revealed by the footage. Does the video shed any more light on what happened and whether justice is being served by prosecuting the four of the officers involved? Defense lawyer Ecleynne Merc

Aug 13, 2020 • 38:47

Doomsday Cult Mom – Chad Daybell Preliminary Hearing

Doomsday Cult Mom – Chad Daybell Preliminary Hearing

Doomsday Cult Mom Lori Vallow’s husband, Chad Daybell, was in court this week for a preliminary hearing and Court TV was there with gavel to gavel coverage. Chanley Painter calls in from the field with all of the details of what happened in court – including a phone call recorded by Lori Vallow’s friend Melanie Gibb. You’ll hear some of that audio and a jail house call between Vallow and Chad Daybell. All of this is stirring up some strong memories for Vinnie, who thinks Lori may be the worst

Aug 6, 2020 • 36:27

Johnny Depp Libel Suit

Johnny Depp Libel Suit

Courtrooms may be empty across the country, but in England trials have resumed and they are in the middle of a big one – Johnny Depp vs. The Sun. In 2018, the British tabloid published an article about Depp which described him as a “wife-beater,” referring to allegations from Depp’s ex-wife, actress Amber Heard, that Depp was frequently violent with her when he was impaired by drugs and alcohol. Johnny Depp denies those claims so he is suing the paper for damages. Court TV’s Grace Wong has be

Jul 30, 2020 • 35:11

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 6: The Black Box

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 6: The Black Box

In December of 1993, after months of testimony from over one hundred witnesses, two juries – one for Lyle Menendez and one for his brother Eric – began deliberations. And like every aspect of the Menendez brothers story the results were shocking and dramatic. Two hung juries. Two mistrials. And a nation left feeling justice had not been served…yet. It would take three more years before a second trial determined the brother’s fate, but was justice served and would the results be the same if t

Jul 28, 2020 • 33:47

The Road to Justice for Ahmaud Arbery – Defendants Back in Court

The Road to Justice for Ahmaud Arbery – Defendants Back in Court

The three men accused of murdering jogger Ahmaud Arbery returned to court for a preliminary hearing and we were there to cover it. Court TV’s Legal Correspondent Chanley Painter will join Vinnie with the latest – including whether or not defendant William "Roddie" Bryan was granted bail. This entire case hinges on the cell phone video Bryan took of the shooting – video his attorney insists shows Bryan committed no crime. Defense lawyer Ecleynne Mercy returns to the podcast to tell Vinnie why s

Jul 23, 2020 • 35:06

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 5: The Confession

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 5: The Confession

Content Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of sexual abuse and brief offensive language. Listener discretion is advised. Long before Lyle and Eric Menendez admitted to the world they had killed their parents, they admitted it to someone else – their psychologist Jerome Oziel, who had recorded the brother’s confessions during a therapy session. After a years-long legal battle that went all the way to the California Supreme Court, parts of the confessional tapes were deemed admis

Jul 21, 2020 • 30:20

George Floyd Killing – Gag Order Imposed

George Floyd Killing – Gag Order Imposed

The death of George Floyd, and subsequent criminal charges brought against the Minneapolis police officers involved, caused reverberations around the world, making it one of the most talked about criminal proceedings in recent history. So much so that the judge overseeing the case recently handed down a gag order silencing all involved in the case. Court TV Legal Correspondent Chanley Painter will join Vinnie with the latest on the judge’s ruling. Was the gag order necessary, or even constitutio

Jul 16, 2020 • 37:29

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 4: Rhyme or Reason

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 4: Rhyme or Reason

Content Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. When defense lawyers for Erik and Lyle Menendez announced just weeks before their trial began that they did indeed murder their parents, it shocked the nation. But that was just the first of many shocks to come as the case was laid out to justify their actions. Were the brothers victims of years of sexual and emotional abuse at the hands of their parents? If so, does that justify their

Jul 14, 2020 • 32:27

Doomsday Cult Mom - New Charges Filed

Doomsday Cult Mom - New Charges Filed

Newlyweds Lori Vallow-Daybell and Chad Daybell had a recent date - in court - to hear the new charges Idaho prosecutors were leveling against them. Court TV Legal Correspondent Chanley Painter is back to explain those charges and to let us know what to expect next. One charge that wasn’t brought against the two is for the murders of young JJ Vallow and his big sister Tylee Ryan. Why is that? What could be behind the delay? Defense attorney Darryl Cohen will tell us why he thinks prosecutors

Jul 9, 2020 • 39:12

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 3:  The Trial

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 3: The Trial

Content Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Erik and Lyle Menendez were arrested for the brutal shotgun killing of their parents in March of 1990. It took three years of legal wrangling before they stood before a jury of their peers, who would soon learn the details of the killings from the prosecution and the shocking explanation the brothers were prepared to give in their defense. But it wasn’t just the members of the juries wh

Jul 7, 2020 • 34:28

Black and Blue: A Court TV Special

Black and Blue: A Court TV Special

The death of George Floyd has ignited a movement – one that has made people look closer at the relationship between law enforcement and the African American community. Hosted by Court TV Crime and Justice reporter Julia Jenae, this special is an in-depth look at the issues surrounding the policing of people of color that features insightful and thought-provoking discussions with former professional WWE wrestler and personality David Otunga, former federal prosecutor and author Paul Butler and M

Jul 2, 2020 • 44:47

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 2: The Tapes

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 2: The Tapes

In the months following their parent's brutal murder, Lyle and Erik Menendez went on with their lives thinking they had gotten away with it. Little did they know that one woman – a woman they had never met – would be their downfall. Her name was Judalon Smyth and had she not come forward and shared what she knew about the deaths of Jose and Kitty Menendez, the brothers might have gotten away with it. Episode two of Murder and The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery tells Judalon’s story and

Jun 30, 2020 • 28:29

Rayshard Brooks Shooting – Officers Charged

Rayshard Brooks Shooting – Officers Charged

Facing mounting public pressure, last week Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard charged the two Atlanta police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Rayshard Brooks, a man found sleeping behind the wheel of his car in a fast food drive-thru line. Court TV’s Ted Rowlands joins us to update us the latest developments, including the charges the two officers are facing. This is an emotionally charged case that poses a number of challenging questions. Should the officers have even tri

Jun 25, 2020 • 41:47

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 1: Concentric Circles

Murder & The Menendez Brothers: A Court TV Mystery - Episode 1: Concentric Circles

Three decades ago, a family disintegrated. Two brothers committed the ultimate crime – shooting their parents to death in cold blood. The brothers were Lyle and Erik Menendez and their story has captivated people for thirty years because of the revelations that would play out over the course of the murder investigation and the two trials that followed. Before the brothers appeared before a judge, the Beverly Hills Police Department had to do their investigation. Episode One of Murder and the

Jun 23, 2020 • 31:04

Doomsday Cult Mom – Children Discovered

Doomsday Cult Mom – Children Discovered

Last week authorities in Idaho served a search warrant on the home of Chad Daybell and confirmed what many had feared for months – young seven-year old Joshua “JJ” Vallow and his 17-year old sister Tylee Ryan are dead. Since September of 2019 the children have been missing and their mom, Lori Vallow, has been silent about their whereabouts. That’s why she’s been sitting in a jail cell since February and why her new husband Chad now has a jail cell of his own. For this week’s podcast we’ll upd

Jun 18, 2020 • 36:32

The Road to Justice for Ahmaud Arbery

The Road to Justice for Ahmaud Arbery

The accused killers of jogger Ahmaud Arbery made their first appearance in court for a preliminary hearing and Court TV was there with gavel to gavel coverage. Shocking revelations were revealed when the prosecution made their case against father/son Greg and Travis McMichael and William Roddie Bryan as their lawyers gave us a hint of the defense strategy they may pursue. Vinnie will break it all down with Court TV’s Ted Rowlands, who was on the scene. Vinnie will also make a case for this tri

Jun 11, 2020 • 38:56

Encore Episode! Hammer Killing Murder Trial - Part 2: FL v. Mark Sievers

Encore Episode! Hammer Killing Murder Trial - Part 2: FL v. Mark Sievers

Encore Episode! Our coverage of the Mark Sievers murder trial continues with the testimony of Taylor Shoemaker, the ex-fiancé of one of the convicted hit men. Did her testimony help or hurt Sievers’s case? Plus we’ll discuss whether long holiday breaks have an impact on jury trials and update you on – the appeals of Serial podcast subject Adnan Syed. For the latest updates, tune into Court TV and catch Vinnie and the entire team live weeknights 8-11pm on Court TV Live. Learn more about the tri

May 21, 2020 • 44:20

Encore Episode! Hammer Killing Murder Trial - Part 1: FL v. Mark Seivers

Encore Episode! Hammer Killing Murder Trial - Part 1: FL v. Mark Seivers

Encore Episode! What would you do if on your wedding day your best friend asked you to murder his wife? That’s exactly the situation convicted murderer Curtis Wright claimed he found himself in when Mark Seivers offered to pay Wright $100,000 to murder Dr. Theresa Seivers. Wright took Seivers up on his offer, but when the investigation homed in on him, Wright admitted his involvement and took a plea bargain and became the star witness in the capital murder trial of Mark Seivers. We’ll break d

May 14, 2020 • 41:00

Encore Episode! Cheerleader Accused of Killing Baby – Part 2: OH v. Skylar Richardson

Encore Episode! Cheerleader Accused of Killing Baby – Part 2: OH v. Skylar Richardson

Encore Episode! Our in-depth coverage of the trial of Skylar Richardson, the Ohio cheerleader accused of murdering her baby continues with an examination of Richardson’s second police interrogation, where she claims to have set the body on fire, despite police having evidence to the contrary. And what about the dysfunctional dynamic between Skylar and her parents – did it contribute to her prosecution? To see her entire trial on demand go to CourtTV.com and tune into Court TV live weeknights 8

May 7, 2020 • 40:55

Encore Episode! Cheerleader Accused of Killing Baby - Part 1: OH v. Skylar Richardson

Encore Episode! Cheerleader Accused of Killing Baby - Part 1: OH v. Skylar Richardson

Encore Episode! We dive deep into the trial of Brooke Skylar Richardson, a former high school cheerleader who hid her pregnancy and was accused of killing her baby. Did the police coerce a false confession? What are the legal implications of doctor/patient confidentiality in this case? To see her entire trial on demand go to Court TV and tune into Court TV live weeknights 8-11pm for the latest true crime and trial status updates from around the nation.

Apr 30, 2020 • 41:17

Flashback: The Lorena Bobbitt Trial

Flashback: The Lorena Bobbitt Trial

A quarter of a century ago a young immigrant bride and her Marine veteran husband found themselves in the center of media storm due to a night of domestic violence. She claims he drunkenly raped her. He claims that in an unprovoked rage she took a kitchen knife and sliced off his “manhood.” Their names -- Lorena and John Bobbitt and their story captivated the nation, become fodder for late night comedians, tabloids and cable news talking heads for years as both faced a jury of their peers for

Apr 23, 2020 • 45:22

Killer Clowns, Cults and Cameras

Killer Clowns, Cults and Cameras

Courtrooms may still be closed but that hasn’t stopped the major developments in some of the country’s biggest legal stories. Doomsday Cult Mom Lori Vallow had a phone call between herself and her lawyer erroneously recorded by Idaho authorities. Could that mistake be enough to get her released on bail? And could her confident demeanor in court actually signal that her missing children are alive and well? Meanwhile a Florida jury will soon be seated in the murder trial of Sheila Warren, who is a

Apr 16, 2020 • 36:30

The Case of The Tiger King

The Case of The Tiger King

The true crime documentary series Tiger King has become a national sensation, but did it tell the real story? Vinnie talked with one of the jurors for Joe Exotic’s federal trial and she shared with him some fascinating insights that weren’t disclosed in the documentary. Meanwhile as the Covid-19 shutdowns continue across the country, some religious institutions are pushing back against shelter-in-place mandates, prompting lawsuits about the constitutionality of shutting down places of worship.

Apr 9, 2020 • 35:41

Justice System v. Covid-19

Justice System v. Covid-19

Covid-19 is impacting all facets of American life, including the justice system. From Florida, where the judge presiding over the murder trial of Andre Warner was forced to postpone the sentencing phase to California, where the LA murder trial of Robert Durst has been paused until late May, to the onslaught of jailed celebrities who are making the news asking to be let out or risk exposure. Can justice be served in the middle of a pandemic? Vinnie and Seema will dig deep into all of the implicat

Apr 2, 2020 • 34:09

The Dating App Murder Trial – Part 2: FL v. Andre Warner

The Dating App Murder Trial – Part 2: FL v. Andre Warner

Despite courthouses across the country closing due to the spread of COVID-19, a Florida jury pressed on, rendering a guilty verdict in the capital murder trial of Andre Warner. Was justice delivered? Did Warner make a mistake testifying? Meanwhile, we’ll find out why a New Jersey appellate court threw out the murder conviction of Virginia Vertetis, a school teacher accused of killing her boyfriend. Vinnie and Seema will discuss it all, plus give an update on the mounting medical issues of co

Mar 26, 2020 • 37:08

The Dating App Murder Trial -- Part 1: FL v. Andre Warner

The Dating App Murder Trial -- Part 1: FL v. Andre Warner

A date with a stranger ended in death for young single dad Adam Hilaire who found himself on the violent end of a crime when Hailey Bustos, the woman he met on an online dating app, came to Hilaire’s apartment the with alleged trigger man Andre Warner, now facing the death penalty, and two other accomplices. Bustos and the two accomplices have testified against Warner - all have criminal records and are facing charges of their own for their part in Hilaire’s death. Can prosecutors get a convic

Mar 19, 2020 • 37:09

“The Jinx” Murder Trial - Part 2: CA v. Robert Durst

“The Jinx” Murder Trial - Part 2: CA v. Robert Durst

In a three-day opening statement Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney John Lewin laid out the state’s case against accused murderer Robert Durst for killing long-time friend Susan Berman. Jurors were riveted as Lewin explained how the murder of Berman and Durst’s Galveston, Texas neighbor Morris Black were committed by Durst in order to cover up the disappearance, and presumed murder, of his wife Kathleen Durst. Did the marathon opening statement help the state’s case? Or will Durst’s defense te

Mar 12, 2020 • 38:31

“The Jinx” Murder Trial -- Part 1: CA v. Robert Durst

“The Jinx” Murder Trial -- Part 1: CA v. Robert Durst

For decades the infamous Robert Durst has been in and out of legal trouble – even doing prison time – but NOT for the biggest crime he’s been accused of committing – murder. After an acquittal on murder charges in Texas in 2004, Robert Durst is again facing a charge of murder, but this time in a Los Angeles courtroom. Can LA prosecutors do what no one has been able to do before – convince a jury beyond reasonable doubt that Robert Durst is a cold-blooded killer? How will Durst’s participation in

Mar 5, 2020 • 36:38

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Verdict

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Verdict

Guilty! After over twenty-four hours of deliberations a jury of seven men and five women came to a decision – Harvey Weinstein is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt of two charges: criminal sex act in the first degree and rape in the third degree. He was acquitted on three other charges including the most serious charges that would have sent him to prison for life. Seema Iyer and her special guest, Court TV anchor Ted Rowlands, will break down what the split decision means, how much time Harvey

Feb 27, 2020 • 31:36

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Jury Deliberations

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Jury Deliberations

After weeks of testimony the fate of Harvey Weinstein is in the hands of twelve jurors, charged with determining whether Harvey Weinstein is guilty as charged. The drama of the trial didn’t end with the closing arguments though, as lead defense council Donna Rotunno published an op-ed the prosecution contends was an attempt to communicate directly with the jury. Vinnie Politan will update us on all that has happened since closing arguments and he’ll talk to special guest, Court TV Legal corresp

Feb 20, 2020 • 32:23

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Juda Engelmayer Interview-Bonus Episode

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Juda Engelmayer Interview-Bonus Episode

n April of 2018 Harvey Weinstein hired Juda Englemayer of the PR firm Herald PR to represent him during his legal battle. Seema Iyer sits down with Juda, who has been by Harvey’s side throughout the entire trial, to find out what it’s like inside Harvey’s legal team and how the movie mogul is navigating the impact of the accusations on his career and relationships.

Feb 18, 2020 • 14:18

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Defense Rests

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Defense Rests

With the defense resting its case and both sides preparing for closing arguments, Vinnie and Seema look back on the rape trial of Harvey Weinstein. Was the prosecution able to convince the jury of his guilt? Or did his defense team do enough to establish reasonable doubt? Has the international attention that has been focused on One Center Street, the New York criminal courthouse, had any impact on the proceedings? And what can we expect from both sides during closing arguments? For the lates

Feb 13, 2020 • 32:21

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Prosecution Rests- Bonus Episode

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Prosecution Rests- Bonus Episode

Seema Iyer is in New York City where the prosecution has just rested its case in chief against Harvey Weinstein. She’ll update us on the State’s final witness– actress/model Lauren Young – who claims Weinstein sexually assaulted her in an LA hotel in 2013. And the return of another of Weinstein’s accusers – Tarale Wulff – who testified earlier in the trial but had to be recalled in order to finish her cross examination. Harvey Weinstein Trial

Feb 6, 2020 • 9:23

Harvey Weinstein Trial:  Testimony Update

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Testimony Update

Two weeks into the Harvey Weinstein Rape Trial and it is proving to be as dramatic as anticipated. Our host Seema Iyer is in New York with the Court TV field team to be as close to the trial as possible. She’ll give us her take on the testimony so far and the controversial revelations no one saw coming. Seema also spends time with Court TV correspondents Julia Jenae and Chanley Painter, who are inside the courtroom every day, to get their perspective on the trial thus far. For the latest upda

Feb 6, 2020 • 39:17

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Accuser Lauren Sivan Interview

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Accuser Lauren Sivan Interview

When the New York Times published an expose on the alleged predatory sexual behavior of Harvey Weinstein, it inspired women around the world to come forward and share their stories of encounters with the powerful movie mogul. One of the first of those accusers was television journalist Lauren Sivan, who in 2007, after working late one evening, met up with a group of friends in New York City and ran into Harvey Weinstein - an encounter she would not soon forget. Seema Iyer sat down with Lauren fo

Jan 30, 2020 • 43:45

OJ25

OJ25

The morning of January 24th, 1995 the eyes of the world homed in on a courtroom in Los Angeles, California for what was being called “The Trial of the Century.” Hall of Fame football legend, actor and spokesperson O. J. Simpson was going on trial for the murder of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and aspiring restauranteur Ron Goldman. The 37-week trial was televised gavel to gavel on Court TV. It was the ultimate reality drama and to this day – 25 years later – still captivates people. So much

Jan 23, 2020 • 39:26

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Defense - Bonus Episode

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Defense - Bonus Episode

Movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has produced some of the most critically acclaimed films on our time. He has made people movie stars, cemented the careers of writers and allowed directors to flourish. Some say he did it all with a very heavy hand too. Will he approach his criminal defense in his sexual assault trial the same way? Will Harvey Weinstein “produce” his own defense? Those are the questions Vinnie and Seema will discuss as they look at the cast of lawyers Weinstein has hired to represent

Jan 23, 2020 • 41:24

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Jury Selection

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Jury Selection

Movie Mogul Harvey Weinstein sexual assault trial could send him to prison for the rest of his life. In the end his fate rests in the hands of a jury of his peers – 12 people who are currently being selected in a New York City courtroom. But how do you find an impartial jury for one of the most talked about criminal trials in the nation? Will protests on the court house steps sway prospective juror’s opinions or will they literally be able to block out the noise to focus on the case? Potential

Jan 16, 2020 • 41:53

Harvey Weinstein Trial: How We Got Here

Harvey Weinstein Trial: How We Got Here

After many delays, movie mogul Harvey Weinstein is ready to face a jury of his peers in his sexual assault trial, but how did we get here? Vinnie and Seema will look back at all that has occurred – allegedly or not – to bring Harvey Weinstein to this point. Stories of his alleged behavior date back for decades, but things began to change in 2015 when a model went to the NYPD and agreed to wear a wire in order to prove he had assaulted her. Despite strong evidence, no charges were filed. But when

Jan 9, 2020 • 46:52

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Courthouse

Harvey Weinstein Trial: The Courthouse

As Harvey Weinstein’s sexual assault trial date approaches, Vinnie and Seema set the stage with a look at 100 Center Street in Manhattan - the famous New York City courthouse where Weinstein’s fate will be determined. We’ll learn all the ins and outs of the building, the media frenzy expected, and we’ll also get insights of the man in charge of the proceedings – Judge James Burke. What kind of court room does the former prosecutor run? Vinnie and Seema will also discuss whether a Manhattan jury

Jan 3, 2020 • 41:52

Court TV: Year in Review

Court TV: Year in Review

As the year comes to an end, Vinnie and Seema look back at some of the biggest cases covered by Court TV – from trials that shocked the nation to those that moved us to tears. From antics in the courtroom to tragic family massacres. It was a year of false confessions, stand your ground defenses and mistrials that kept us on the edge of our seats. For all the latest updates and full trial coverage, watch Court TV.

Dec 26, 2019 • 42:46

Late Night Brawl Murder Trial - Part 2: MI v. Steven Washington

Late Night Brawl Murder Trial - Part 2: MI v. Steven Washington

As the Late Night Brawl Murder trial winds down, we’ll update you on the twist and turns of this tragic story. The prosecution’s case is based on circumstantial evidence, but what exactly does that mean? Did accused killer Steven Washington have an alibi? Was it self-defense? Did the police botch the investigation from the start? Which, if any, theory will the jury believe? Meanwhile in Florida, both Mark Sievers and Jimmy Ray Rodgers were sentenced for their role in the murder of Dr. Teresa

Dec 19, 2019 • 41:08

Late Night Brawl Murder Trial - Part 1: MI v. Steven Washington

Late Night Brawl Murder Trial - Part 1: MI v. Steven Washington

Guilty! A Florida jury found Mark Sievers guilty of arranging the murder of his wife, Dr. Teresa Sievers. Does the organizer of the conspiracy to kill Dr. Sievers deserve a harsher sentence than the two men who actually killed her? What will ultimately be the fate for Mark Sievers? Vinnie and Seema will dive into this and the latest trial on Court TV – Michigan v. Steven Washington. Washington is accused of shooting Isai Berrones, after Berrones attempted to break up a late-night brawl among

Dec 12, 2019 • 42:24

Hammer Killing Murder Trial - Part 2: FL v. Mark Sievers

Hammer Killing Murder Trial - Part 2: FL v. Mark Sievers

After a long holiday weekend, the Hammer Killing Murder trial continues in Florida. Has the prosecution proven Mark Sievers orchestrated the murder of his beloved wife, Dr. Teresa Sievers? Did the testimony of Taylor Shoemaker, the ex-fiancé of one of the convicted hit men, help or hurt Sievers’s case? Vinnie and Seema will break it all down and discuss how the holiday season often has a major impact on verdicts and sentencing. They’ll also bring us up to date on two other cases that are captu

Dec 5, 2019 • 44:49

Hammer Killing Murder Trial-Part 1:  FL v. Mark Sievers

Hammer Killing Murder Trial-Part 1: FL v. Mark Sievers

What would you do if on your wedding day your best friend asked you to murder his wife? That’s exactly the situation confessed murderer Curtis Wright claims he found himself in when Mark Sievers offered to pay Wright $100,000 to murder Dr. Teresa Sievers. Now Wright is the state of Florida’s star witness, after accepting a plea deal, in the capital murder trial of Mark Sievers. Vinnie and Seema will break down his testimony and examine whether the Sievers’ alleged open marriage could be a mot

Nov 27, 2019 • 42:10

Family Massacre Murder Trial-Part 2: FL v. Henry Segura

Family Massacre Murder Trial-Part 2: FL v. Henry Segura

Vinnie and Seema breakdown the confusing and contradicting testimony in the Family Massacre Murder Trial. Henry Segura is standing trial for a quadruple homicide, the brutal murders of his girlfriend Brandi Peters, her twin daughters and the three-year-old son they shared. Segura took the stand in his own defense, but did his testimony help or hurt him? His defense revolves around the testimony of a different man, convicted felon James Carlos Santos, who claims that Segura is innocent because

Nov 21, 2019 • 43:37

Family Massacre Murder Trial - Part 1: FL v. Henry Segura

Family Massacre Murder Trial - Part 1: FL v. Henry Segura

Could a man behind on $20,000 in child support really murder his girlfriend, the 3-year-old son they had together and her twin daughters? That’s exactly what prosecutors in Florida are trying to convince a six-person jury that Henry Segura did. But what if there was another explanation? What if the mother of three young children, Brandi Peters, had crossed the wrong people – a drug cartel intent on sending a message to others about what happens when you steal from the cartel? That’s exactly the

Nov 14, 2019 • 42:22

Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial - Part 4: WI v. Ezra McCandless

Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial - Part 4: WI v. Ezra McCandless

Guilty! Despite taking the stand in her own defense, Ezra McCandless was found guilty of the murder of Alex Woodworth. Vinnie and Seema will examine her riveting testimony and point out where she may have gone wrong, how her story continued to change and whether the rapidity of the verdict may be an opportunity for her to appeal. They’ll also explain the unexpected turn of events in San Diego, where former NFL Star, turned convicted rapist, Kellen Winslow II shockingly took a plea deal just mome

Nov 7, 2019 • 40:28

Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial - Part 3: WI v. Ezra McCandless

Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial - Part 3: WI v. Ezra McCandless

As Ezra McCandless takes the stand in her own defense, Vinnie and Seema look back at the testimony of her ex-boyfriend Jason Mengle. What impact did his surprisingly combative appearance have on the trial? Did he help or hurt the prosecution’s argument that Ezra McCandless murdered Alex Woodworth in an effort to get Jason back in her life? Vinnie and Seema will examine it all and give an in-depth preview of the next big trial on Court TV – California v. Kellen Winslow II. Last June, a jury found

Oct 31, 2019 • 38:32

Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial – Part 2: WI v. Ezra McCandless

Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial – Part 2: WI v. Ezra McCandless

As the Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial of Ezra McCandless continues, Vinnie and Seema recap the trial thus far. Has the prosecution established a plausible motive for the death of Alex Woodworth? Will McCandless testify in her own defense? Making headlines this week - another notorious killer girlfriend – Jodi Arias -- Vinnie will share the similarities with McCandless and give an update on Arias’s attempt to appeal her murder conviction. And we’ll preview the next big case that will grab nationa

Oct 24, 2019 • 41:47

Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial – Part 1: WI v. Ezra McCandless

Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial – Part 1: WI v. Ezra McCandless

The Killer Girlfriend Murder Trial is underway in Wisconsin where Ezra McCandless is accused of stabbing her boyfriend to death. It’s a fascinating story involving gender identity; sadism and infidelity. Vinnie and Seema will preview the trial and play a game of “Is It Admissible?” The murder-for-hire trial of Katie Magbanua and Sigfredo Garcia has come to an end. How will the split verdict impact the potential case against the people suspected of hiring the killers of law professor Dan Mar

Oct 17, 2019 • 44:39

Wrong Apartment Murder Trial - Part 3: TX v. Amber Guyger

Wrong Apartment Murder Trial - Part 3: TX v. Amber Guyger

Amber Guyger’s conviction for the murder of Botham Jean, after the ex-cop entered his apartment believing it was her own, didn’t end the drama surrounding her trial. The nation was captivated by her sentencing hearing, where 18-year-old Brandt Jean shockingly forgave his brother’s killer, followed shortly by a display of compassion from the judge that uplifted some and angered others. Then things really took a shocking turn when we learned of the brutal murder of Joshua Brown, one of the key wit

Oct 10, 2019 • 44:26

Wrong Apartment Murder Trial - Part 2: TX v. Amber Guyger

Wrong Apartment Murder Trial - Part 2: TX v. Amber Guyger

GUILTY of murder! The verdict is in for former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger, who mistakenly entered her neighbor Botham Jean’s apartment believing it was her own. Did the jury get it right? Was it a mistake for Guyger to testify? How did emotions play into the verdict? Seema and Vinnie will break it all down and preview the next case that is sure to the capture nation’s attention – Florida v. Rodgers – a bizarre murder-for-hire plot that will take us into the world of swingers. For the la

Oct 3, 2019 • 41:25

Wrong Apartment Murder Trial - Part 1: TX v. Amber Guyger

Wrong Apartment Murder Trial - Part 1: TX v. Amber Guyger

The highly anticipated trial of Amber Guyger – the former cop who shot and killed her neighbor after entering what she thought was her apartment and mistaking him for an intruder – is in progress and Vinnie and Seema are ready to break the case down for us. Definitions of first-degree murder vary from state to state – how does Texas law impact this case? Vinnie and Seema explain, using of all things -- a salad analogy. The prosecution is calling this a police shooting, but does that hold Amber G

Sep 26, 2019 • 43:03

Corn Rake Murder Trial: IA v. Todd Mullis

Corn Rake Murder Trial: IA v. Todd Mullis

There’s a lot to cover in this week’s Court TV podcast. Felicity Huffman’s been sentenced, but should the government have pursued the college admissions scandal in the first place? Then we review Iowa v. Todd Mullis – the hog farmer accused of murdering his wife - with a corn rake – and the challenges the defense will have explaining some suspect internet searches. Finally, we’ll do a deep dive into the Amber Guyger case – the off-duty police officer accused of murdering her neighbor, Botham

Sep 19, 2019 • 43:28

Cheerleader Accused of Killing Baby - Part 2: OH v. Skyler Richardson

Cheerleader Accused of Killing Baby - Part 2: OH v. Skyler Richardson

Court TV continues to cover the trial of Skylar Richardson, the Ohio cheerleader accused of murdering her baby. Vinnie and Seema examine Richardson’s second police interrogation, where she claims to set the body on fire, despite evidence to the contrary. They also look at the dysfunctional dynamic between Skylar and her parents and how it may have made things worse for her. And we preview the next Court TV case that will capture national attention - Texas versus former Dallas police officer, Amb

Sep 12, 2019 • 41:42

Cheerleader Accused of Killing Baby - Part 1: OH v. Skyler Richardson

Cheerleader Accused of Killing Baby - Part 1: OH v. Skyler Richardson

Our hosts dive deeper into the trial of Brooke Skylar Richardson, a former high school cheerleader who hid her pregnancy and is accused of killing her baby. Did the police coerce a false confession? What are the legal implications of doctor/patient confidentiality in this case? We’ll also provide an update on the Harvey Weinstein case and the filing of a Motion to Consolidate by the prosecution. For the latest updates and full trial coverage watch Court TV. Weinstein Timeline Weinstein Motion T

Sep 5, 2019 • 42:03

Parking Lot Rage Killing: FL v. Michael Drejka

Parking Lot Rage Killing: FL v. Michael Drejka

The verdict is in on the Michael Drejka trial in Florida, and we examine the impact on the future of Stand Your Ground. A look at the upcoming trial of Brooke Skylar Richardson, the former high school cheerleader who prosecutors accuse of killing her newborn baby and an update on the Harvey Weinstein case.

Aug 29, 2019 • 44:56

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