In October 2014, two deputies with the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office left for Arizona on a work trip. After a night filled with drinking and arguing, only one would return home alive. Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for up to 50% less. 1-800-CONTACTS - Order online at 1800contacts.com, download their f...
Feb 01, 2021•56 min•Season 4Ep. 143
After 42-year-old Michelle Mockbee was found dead at her work in May 2012, investigators zeroed in on the janitor, David Dooley. He was convicted of murder just two years later, and sentenced to life in prison. But in 2016, David would be granted a new trial. Would new evidence come to light and prove his innocence, or would he be convicted again? Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Be...
Jan 25, 2021•43 min•Season 4Ep. 142
On Thanksgiving weekend in 2016, the home of Lisa and Joel Guy Sr. became a horror scene, after their bodies were found inside their home. Prosecutors would later be tasked with proving that their son, Joel Guy Jr, was the killer. NOTE: This episode contains details and facts that are especially gruesome. Listener discretion is advised. Sponsors in this episode: Aurate - Get 15% off your first purchase when you go to AurateNewYork.com/courtjunkie , and use promo code COURTJUNKIE at checkout. Lit...
Jan 18, 2021•42 min•Season 4Ep. 141
What a year! In this End of the Year Recap, I introduce a really good friend of mine, Brittnee, to the show. We chat about what 2020 was like for Court Junkie, what my top 10 episodes of the year were, and answer listener questions. I’m also excited to announce that Brittnee and I will be doing monthly recap episodes on the main feed, starting in 2021. Make sure to follow @CourtJunkie on Instagram to submit listener questions or comments for each episode. You can also submit questions and commen...
Jan 06, 2021•51 min•Ep. 292
It was supposed to be a happy day of homecoming for 20-year-old Skylar Nemetz, and his wife, Danielle. But on October 16, 2014, after Skylar returned home from a month-long training, tragedy struck, and Danielle lost her life. Had Skylar intentionally murdered her? NOTE: I will be taking a holiday break and will be back with a new regular episode on Monday, January 18. Happy holidays, everyone! Sponsors in this episode: The RealReal - Download The RealReal app today to shop and sell your favorit...
Dec 21, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 140
How does a family of four just disappear, seemingly off the face of the Earth? That’s what happened in Fallbrook, California in February 2010, when the McStay family suddenly disappeared from their home. In Part 2, we take a deep dive into the trial of the accused, Chase Merritt. Sponsors in this episode: Man Crates - Now through December 23, buy one item and get a second item for 50% off at ManCrates.com/COURT. Policygenius - Find out how much you could save on home and auto insurance at Policy...
Dec 14, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Season 3Ep. 139
How does a family of four just disappear, seemingly off the face of the Earth? That’s what happened in Fallbrook, California in February 2010, when the McStay family suddenly disappeared from their home. This episode covers the circumstances of their disappearance and the investigation that followed. Sponsors: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or ...
Dec 07, 2020•45 min•Season 3Ep. 139
Prosecutors dubbed it a “real life horror movie” after a brutal home invasion attack in Hobart, Wisconsin left two people dead and one injured in January 2016. Years later, 26-year-old Jacob Cayer would face murder charges in court. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. The Real Real - Download the Real Real app today to shop and sell your favorite luxury brands and get 20% off select it...
Nov 30, 2020•56 min•Season 3Ep. 138
In 2019, Keith Raniere, one of the founders of NXIVM, a self-proclaimed self-help organization, went to trial for federal crimes including, extortion, forced labor, sex trafficking, fraud, and the production and the possession of child pornography. There have been numerous articles and documentaries made about this scandal, but in today’s episode, we look at the testimony of Lauren Salzman, who struck a deal with prosecutors and agreed to testify against Keith. Note: Everything in this episode i...
Nov 23, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 137
In October 2018, the body of 21-year-old Lauren McCluskey, a college student at the University of Utah, was found on campus. An investigation into her death would reveal her numerous complaints to university police about her dangerous ex-boyfriend - all of which went unanswered. A special thank you to Jill McCluskey, for sharing her daughter’s story with us. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use cod...
Nov 16, 2020•45 min•Season 3Ep. 136
In January 2005, 16-year-old Adrianne Reynolds went missing from East Moline, Illinois. Investigators quickly uncovered that Adrianne’s friends knew more than they were saying. What happened to Adrianne Reynolds would shock nearly everyone in their community. Thank you to everyone who shared this story with us, including Joanna Reynolds, Nicole Lally, and Toria Wilson. Please check out Toria’s podcast, Missing and Murdered in the Midwest for even more in-depth info on this case. Sponsors in this...
Nov 09, 2020•54 min•Season 3Ep. 135
While firefighters were putting out a fire at a Tennessee pawn shop in May 2016, they found the body of the shop’s owner, Jerry Ridge, inside. Who could have murdered Jerry and then set his shop on fire? Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right life insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your be...
Nov 02, 2020•43 min•Season 3Ep. 134
In December 2010, 28-year-old Aaron Scheerhoorn was murdered in a bar parking lot in Houston, Texas. Investigators quickly zeroed in on a suspect - 33-year-old Lydell Grant. But nearly 10 years later, even after all parties agree that he’s innocent, why has Lydell still not been exonerated? Sponsors in this episode: Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com a...
Oct 26, 2020•38 min•Season 3Ep. 133
In one of the first trials to start up again after COVID-19, 21-year-old Andrew Vrba faces charges for the bizarre murder of his roommate. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. The Jordan Harbinger Show - Subscribe anywhere you listen to podcasts Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right life insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find yo...
Oct 20, 2020•44 min•Season 3Ep. 132
In April 1993, two teenagers were shot and killed in an apparent drive-by shooting. Investigators quickly zeroed in on another teenager named Daniel Villegas, who had told his cousin he had done it. But did they really have the right guy? Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. The Jordan Harbinger Show - Subscribe anywhere you listen to podcasts Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding t...
Oct 12, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 131
In today’s episode, we look back at the historic 1955 trial where Roy Bryant and JW Milam were tried for 14-year-old Emmett Till’s murder. Thank you to Chris Metress, Ayesha Bell Hardaway, Louis Woods, and Deidre Keller for speaking to us about this case. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Best Fiends - With over 100 million downloads and tons of five-star reviews, Best Fiends is a mu...
Oct 05, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 130
On Super Bowl Sunday in 2017, a quiet gathering was interrupted by gunfire. Prosecutors were convinced they had the two suspects awaiting trial, but were the murders really committed by a third gunman? Sponsors in this episode: Talkspace - Go to talkspace.com and use the code COURT to get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Ritual - Visit ritual.com/...
Sep 28, 2020•59 min•Season 3Ep. 129
In November 2016, 16-year-old Emma Walker was found deceased in her bed. At trial, the defendant claimed he had only wanted to scare her, while prosecutors believe it was a cold-blooded killing. Sponsors in this episode: - Aurate - For 15% off your first Aurate purchase, go to AurateNewYork.com/courtjunkie and use promo code courtjunkie. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. - Policygenius - Policygenius makes ...
Sep 21, 2020•58 min•Season 3Ep. 128
In August 2014, a tragedy unfolded at a playground in Kentwood, Michigan. A 9-year-old boy was deceased, and a 12-year-old boy was charged with murder. How did this happen, and what would the criminal justice system do with such a young killer? Thank you to Vicki Seidl, from the Kent County Prosecutor’s Office, for speaking with me about this case. Sponsors in this episode: - Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of order, when you go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code junkie50. ...
Sep 14, 2020•47 min•Season 3Ep. 127
Dr. Teresa Sievers was murdered inside her home in June 2015. Four years later, after two trials, the details of the orchestrated plot would finally be revealed. Sponsors in this episode: - SimpliSafe - Try SimpliSafe today at SimpliSafe.com/COURT . You get free shipping and a 60 day risk free trial. - NetSuite - Receive your FREE guide – “Seven Actions Businesses Need to Take Now” and schedule your FREE Product Tour - at NetSuite.com/COURT . - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right...
Sep 08, 2020•55 min•Season 3Ep. 126
After a contentious breakup, Amanda Colley was granted a restraining order against her estranged husband. But within days, she and her best friend were murdered. Sponsors in this episode: - Ritual - Visit ritual.com/COURT to get 10% off during your first three months. - Rothys - Check out the amazing shoes and bags available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. - Talkspace - Go to talkspace.com or download the app and use promo code COURT to get $100 off your first month. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off ...
Aug 31, 2020•55 min•Season 3Ep. 125
After two college students are found murdered while on vacation in Sarasota, Florida, a 16-year-old boy is arrested and charged with the crime. Sponsors in this episode: - Magic Spoon - Go to magicspoon.com/COURTJUNKIE to grab a variety pack and try it today! Be sure to use our promo code COURTJUNKIE at checkout to get free shipping. - SimpliSafe - Try SimpliSafe today at SimpliSafe.com/COURT. You get free shipping and a 60 day risk free trial. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on ...
Aug 24, 2020•51 min•Season 3Ep. 124
In November 1989, 15-year-old Angela Correa was found murdered in a park in Peekskill, New York. Investigators quickly honed in on 16-year-old Jeff Deskovic, one of her high school classmates. Although the scientific evidence at the scene excluded him, he was ultimately convicted of her murder. This is Jeff’s story. NOTE: In some parts of the interview, you will hear a dog barking in the background - that’s my not-so-fierce dog, Porky, and I apologize for the inconvenience. My usual recording eq...
Aug 17, 2020•43 min•Season 3Ep. 123
In October 2018, news of the abduction of 13-year-old Jayme Closs spread across the nation. In this episode, we go behind the scenes of the investigation, the arrest, and the legal consequences. Sponsors in this episode: - Best Fiends - With over 100 million downloads and tons of five-star reviews, Best Fiends is a must-play. Download for FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. - Luminary - Listen to Murder on the Towpath, available only on Luminary. Go to Luminary.link/Towpath and get a 7-d...
Aug 10, 2020•55 min•Season 3Ep. 122
In October 2014, the shooting death of Laquan McDonald by a Chicago police officer went almost completely unnoticed by the media - at least initially. But after a large settlement was made by the City of Chicago to Laquan McDonald’s family, journalists started asking questions. Pretty soon, the details of what happened would be revealed, and Officer Jason Van Dyke would be charged with murder. Sponsors in this episode: - Talkspace - Go to talkspace.com or download the app and use promo code COUR...
Aug 03, 2020•59 min•Season 3Ep. 121
I’m taking the week off, but while I’m gone, please enjoy this re-play of Episode 33, with a major development in the case at the end. Court Junkie will be back next week with a brand new episode. Sponsors in this episode: - Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of Order, when you go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code junkie50. - HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/courtjunkie80 and use code courtjunkie80 to get a total of $80 off, including free shipping on your first box. Please ...
Jul 27, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 309
Dee Dee Blanchard was found murdered in her home in June 2015, and her daughter, Gypsy, whom she had always touted as having special needs, was missing. Investigators would soon uncover that everything wasn’t as it seemed, and Gypsy, along with her boyfriend Nick, were arrested for murder. In this episode, we delve into Nick Godejohn’s murder trial. No one disputes that he was the killer, but the question of “why” takes center stage at trial. Sponsors in this episode: -Care/Of - Court Junkies ca...
Jul 20, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 311
Jul 16, 2020•53 sec•Ep. 300
Kimberly Boone and Anita Smithey, both accused of crimes against their husbands, formed a friendship while in jail and waiting for their cases to go through the system. This episode is a bit different than normal, as we take a look at each of their cases and the friendship that evolved from them. NOTE: This episode contains accusations of sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised. Sponsors in this episode: - Rothys - Check out the amazing shoes and bags available right now at Rothys.com/CO...
Jul 13, 2020•55 min•Season 3Ep. 119
On October 18, 2015, Corey Jones was driving home from a music gig when his car broke down on the side of the road. As he called for help, a white van pulled up, and gunshots rang out. What happened that night would be debated inside a courtroom years later. Sponsors in this episode: - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. - Ritual - Visit ritual.com/COU...
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 118
