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Andrea Canning sits down with the creator and lead actors from Peacock's new original limited series, "Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy" to talk about making a new kind of true crime drama. One that focuses on the victims, the victims' families, and the detectives who never gave up on their mission to bring the victims home. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Dateline investigates the appeal of Mark Sievers, sentenced to death for his wife's murder, and the pre-trial hearing for Miami model Courtney Clenney, accused of fatally stabbing her boyfriend. The episode also provides updates on Donna Adelson's sentencing and other true crime cases. Additionally, a new drama series "Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy" is highlighted for its unique focus on Gacy's victims and the efforts to identify them.
Lester Holt talks with Josh Mankiewicz about his episode, “The Prince, The Whiz Kid, & The Millionaire.” After retired art dealer and Palm Springs socialite Cliff Lambert vanished in 2008, investigators uncovered a plot by a group of grifters that ended in murder. Lester and Josh discuss the mistakes the killers made leading up to their arrests and are joined by Dateline producer David Ketterling to talk about how he captured the essence of Palm Springs on camera. They play a podcast-exclusi...
Josh Mankiewicz reports on the disappearance of a retired art collector and Palm Springs socialite, one of the longest and most expensive missing-persons investigations in California history. Lester Holt and Josh Mankiewicz go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/3KRANrJ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/14LQbM2c3BfJKWavoNBzcm Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about ou...
This episode delves into the case of Robert Roberson, currently on death row for the 2002 murder of his two-year-old daughter, Nikki. Despite his conviction for shaken baby syndrome, Robert maintains his innocence. The podcast revisits the tragic events, speaking with the nurse who first treated Nikki, the detective on the case, and Nikki's grandparents, who share their heartbreaking story and initial decision to let Robert care for Nikki. It also examines the prosecution's arguments and the defense's strategy at trial, questioning if all evidence was fully considered.
Attorney Gretchen Sween takes on Robert's case and pieces together Nikki’s overlooked medical history. She tracks down a witness from his trial who has new information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
As Robert Roberson’s execution nears, his attorney uncovers critical evidence and unlikely new allies, including Texas lawmakers and the detective who helped put Robert on death row. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Days before Robert Roberson's scheduled execution, his lawyer scrambles to save his life. The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals weighs in. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dateline provides a comprehensive update on several major true crime cases. Listeners will hear about the verdict in the Sarah Hartsfield trial, accused of poisoning her fifth husband, and the dramatic sentencing of rap mogul Sean Combs. Additionally, the episode includes a "Dateline Roundup" with updates on the Karina Cooper, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Brian Walshe cases, concluding with an in-depth look at Robert Roberson's death row appeal, featuring insights from Lester Holt's podcast, "The Last Appeal."
This "Talking Dateline" episode delves into the "Bucket Hat Mystery," where acupuncturist Jon Tokuhara was found murdered in Hawaii, leading investigators to a story of love, jealousy, and a controlling marriage. Blayne Alexander and Keith Morrison discuss the challenges of reporting the case without official cooperation, highlighting the team's creative use of security footage and a fallen bucket hat as critical evidence. They also share insights from a juror, explore the controversial post-nuptial agreement, and answer social media questions about the conviction and unresolved legal puzzles.
When acupuncturist Jon Tokuhara is shot dead in his clinic, investigators uncover a tangled love life and several persons of interest -- until security video reveals an unexpected suspect. Keith Morrison reports. Blayne Alexander and Keith Morrison go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/48RGVdk Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ZbIM8EQBuMkvQwuSKPbv5 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...
Hey Dateline fans! As a bonus for you, we’re sharing a special preview clip of The Last Appeal, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline and Lester Holt. In this series, Lester Holt takes listeners inside the urgent case of Robert Roberson, a Texas father set to be executed on October 16th for the 2002 death of his 2-year-old daughter. Lester is on the ground in Texas, where he examines the evidence against Roberson and talks to the people closest to the case, including the lead detectiv...
Opening arguments in the trial of Sarah Hartsfield, the Texas woman accused of murdering her fifth husband. A mistrial in Mississippi for a man whose daughter and wife took plea deals. Updates in the cases of Donna Adelson, Nicholas Rossi, and Sean Combs. And spam texts and phone calls cost us more than one billion dollars every year — what you need to know. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...
Lester Holt sits down with Josh Mankiewicz to talk about his latest episode, “The Phantom.” In the fall of 2023, Colorado mother Kristil Krug was found murdered after she was stalked for months. Investigators initially believed her stalker and potential killer was her high school ex-boyfriend. But they soon realized they’d been led astray, and the killer was in front of them all along: Kristil’s husband, Daniel Krug. Lester and Josh discuss how Kristil helped solve her own murder through meticul...
Investigators initially think there is an obvious suspect in the murder of Colorado mother Kristil Krug, but uncover an elaborate plot that turns everything upside down. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Lester Holt and Josh Mankiewicz go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/47f30RV Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3RmeblVOKH3ouM1482QkXg Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...
Hey Dateline fans! As a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for The Last Appeal an all-new original podcast series from Dateline and Lester Holt. In this series, Lester Holt takes listeners inside the urgent case of Robert Roberson, a Texas father set to be executed on October 16th for the 2002 death of his 2-year-old daughter. Lester is on the ground in Texas, where he examines the evidence against Roberson and talks to the people closest to the case, including the lead detective, who now ...
In Texas, a woman accused of poisoning her fifth husband is gearing up for trial next week. A California hookah lounge owner was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend over a decade ago, but the conviction was overturned. Now, he's getting a new trial. Updates in the Karen Read and Rex Heuermann cases. Plus, the Dateline correspondents are hitting the stage live in Nashville this weekend, and we've got a preview. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly...
Lester Holt and Andrea Canning delve into the case of Sandra Birchmore, a young teacher's aide found dead in what was initially ruled a suicide. The episode explores how her family's persistence and a medical examiner's findings challenged this ruling, leading a local police chief to expose alleged misconduct within her own department. They discuss Sandra's complex relationships and the ongoing fight for justice.
Sandra Birchmore vanishes after a February nor'easter. Days later, the young teacher’s aide is found dead in her home under mysterious circumstances. Andrea Canning reports. Lester Holt and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/427dT5A Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oCdAzYF9TlPTl65TDYbQ9 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...
A New Jersey man accused of murdering his brother and his brother's entire family, then setting fire to both their homes to cover up his crimes, wants out of jail after seven years waiting for trial. In Florida, prosecutors release all-new evidence to the public as they build their case against a couple they say orchestrated a hit on Microsoft employee Jared Bridegan. Updates on Chad Daybell and his jailhouse letters, and the sentencing of Brooks Houck, the convicted killer of Kentucky mom Cryst...
Blayne Alexander sits down with Keith Morrison to talk about his episode, The Night of the Audition. In 2014, 25-year-old Shannon Madill disappeared from Calgary, Alberta. The aspiring actress vanished just days after an audition she hoped would lead to her big break. At first, her husband, Josh Burgess, claimed she had left for an acting job, but months later police uncovered the truth: Josh Burgess had killed her. Blayne and Keith discuss the long investigation that led to Burgess’s confession...
Days after the biggest audition of her acting career, Shannon Madill Burgess fails to show up for a family gathering. Unsettling details emerge during the investigation into her disappearance. Keith Morrison reports. Blayne Alexander and Keith Morrison go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/3VpTYLg Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0psYiZ7GTvW2HpIsjdL3it Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz...
After just over three hours of deliberations, a Florida jury finds Donna Adelson guilty on all counts — but could more charges be coming in the case? In Utah, a woman is charged with killing her husband. Now, she's admitted to her role in the plot — and says her mother and brother were involved, too. Updates on the Burning Man murder and the Wisconsin kayaker who faked his own death. Plus, when should a defendant take the stand in their own defense? Find out more about the cases covered each wee...
In his first “Talking Dateline,” Lester Holt sits down with Andrea Canning to discuss her latest episode, “Secrets of Exam Room 9.” In 2023, when loving mother of six, Angela Craig, fell suddenly ill and died, doctors had no answers for her grieving friends and family. Meanwhile, police were putting together the pieces of a sinister puzzle. Angela’s dentist husband, Dr. James Craig, had poisoned her. Lester and Andrea talk about the surprising evidence that led investigators to Dr. Craig, and th...
A Colorado mother of six dies suddenly after an apparent medical illness, raising suspicion around her husband — a respected dentist and LDS church member. Andrea Canning reports. Lester Holt and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/46wz6bp Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/78H8ivyo5q75nTkAIrSKLh Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection ...
Inside the defense of Florida grandmother Donna Adelson. In Long Island, a judge's ruling on DNA ahead of alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer, Rex Heuermann's, murder trial. Plus, almost 21 years after her daughter was murdered, a mother hits the road to bring awareness to the unsolved case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Blayne Alexander and Keith Morrison sit down to talk about his episode “ Under a Full Moon.” Shauna Tiaffay, a cocktail waitress on the Las Vegas strip, was found beaten to death in her home in September 2012. Authorities wondered if the killing was a robbery gone wrong, until they got a tip that changed everything. It turned out that Shauna’s West Point graduate and EMT husband, George Tiaffay, had hired a hitman to carry out the crime. Keith and Blayne discuss how George was an unlikely killer...
A Las Vegas cocktail waitress is found murdered in her home, leading authorities to wonder if there is a predator at large. Keith Morrison reports. Blayne Alexander and Keith Morrison go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/46k2MbG Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7g0KGFL590nFZYFTg7KMoU Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo...
Two of Donna Adelson's children testify this week for the prosecution. In Northern California, a missing woman's husband is indicted for her murder more than a year after she vanished -- and a year and a half after he was indicted on felony domestic violence charges for an alleged attack on her. Plus, a former prosecutor on DNA's uses and pitfalls. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com To learn more about Dateline LIVE in Nashville on Sept. 28, and...
A mother of two vanishes from her home, leading investigators to uncover a disturbing connection between her recent weight loss and her mysterious disappearance. Andrea Canning reports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
