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True Crime News: The Podcast

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True Crime News: your weekly dose of real-time updates on the most gripping true crime stories, current cases, investigations, scams, and schemes. Host Ana Garcia is joined by crime experts, police officers, defense attorneys, and other leading authorities in their fields as they cover murders, scams, investigations, and unsolved crimes from across the country. True Crime News has the largest and most active true crime digital community in the world, with 4.8 million subscribers on YouTube and more than 3 million fans on Facebook. Join us each week as we take you inside the biggest, most shocking, and most bizarre true crime cases.
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Episodes

Paul Flores convicted of Kristin Smart’s murder; New evidence in Weinstein’s trial — TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Richard Schoenstein joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss Paul Flores’ murder conviction, the suspect in a massacre cross-examining his alleged victims, the role of Scientology in Danny Masterson’s sexual assault case, and evidence that a victim of Harvey Weinstein allegedly reached out to the mogul for advice on handling a public sex scandal. Tweet your questions for futu...

Oct 25, 202232 minSeason 1Ep. 229

Presenting Gone South Season 2: The Dixie Mafia

Welcome to Season Two of Gone South, the Edward R. Murrow-Award winning documentary podcast from C13Originals. Starting in the early sixties, a rag-tag confederation of traveling criminals known as The Dixie Mafia terrorized every state from Georgia to Oklahoma. Its hundreds of members, unofficially headquartered in Biloxi, Mississippi, specialized in scams, heists and murder. Their ringleader — the estranged son of a prominent Oklahoma politician — was a skilled and charismatic outlaw named Kir...

Oct 24, 20224 min

Dads in road rage gun battle shoot daughters; Bodybuilder suspected of killing, burning ex-wife

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: Fathers acting like children leave two children with gunshot wounds in a road rage incident. Plus, a mother found dismembered in a burn pile on her ex-husband’s property after filing a domestic abuse injunction against him. Alexandra Guio joins host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 21, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 228

Nikolas Cruz sentenced; Weinstein’s trial; Alex Jones’ nearly $1 billion verdict – TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Imran Ansari joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss Nikolas Cruz being spared the death penalty, the sexual assault trials of Harvey Weinstein and Danny Masterson, and Alex Jones’ verdict in Connecticut for his claims that the Sandy Hook shooting was a hoax. Tweet your questions for future episodes to Joshua Ritter using the hashtag #TCDSidebar . Check out Josh’s blog: http...

Oct 18, 202248 minSeason 1Ep. 227

Nurse charged with killing seven babies; Man kidnapped and stabbed on Tinder date

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: A neonatal nurse accused of killing seven newborns and attempting to kill 10 more. Plus, a woman charged with luring a man on a dating app before kidnapping him and stabbing him with a kitchen knife. Dr. Kim Davies joins host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 14, 202253 minSeason 1Ep. 226

Kim Kardashian’s SEC fines; Brad Pitt abuse allegations; Jury deliberates in Kristin Smart case — TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Kirk Nurmi joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss Kim Kardashian’s hefty SEC fine for promoting a cryptocurrency, the countersuit leveled by Angelina Jolie against her ex-husband Brad Pitt, ongoing trial delays as the suspect in the Waukesha Christmas parade massacre represents himself, and the closing statements in Paul Flores’ murder trial. Tweet your questions for future...

Oct 11, 202235 minSeason 1Ep. 225

Brett Favre’s welfare fraud lawsuit; Murder suspect to act as his own attorney — TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Terri Austin joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss possible criminal charges facing Alec Baldwin and others in the “Rust” shooting, the Mississippi welfare fraud scandal, the suspect in a Christmas parade massacre representing himself, and the lawsuit alleging Donald Trump made false claims about his financial status for economic benefit. Tweet your questions for future ep...

Oct 04, 202247 minSeason 1Ep. 223

‘Riverdale’ actor who killed mom sentenced to life; 12-year-old girl shoots father in ‘murder pact’

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: A former child actor receives a life sentence for the murder of his mother. Plus, two minors allegedly hatch a murder plot to kill their families and even their pets. Robert Corbett joins host Ana Garcia. Catch Ana Garcia in the 20/20 true crime event “The Vanishing Act” Friday night at 9/8c on ABC, and stream on Hulu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 30, 202253 minSeason 1Ep. 222

Adnan Syed released; Papini sentenced for kidnapping hoax; BDSM image used as evidence – TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Neil Rockind joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss Adnan Syed’s release after his conviction was overturned, sentencing for Sherri Papini, Alex Jones’ contentious outburst in a Connecticut court, and the use of an explicit photo in the Kristin Smart murder trial. Tweet your questions for future episodes to Joshua Ritter using the hashtag #TCDSidebar . Check out Josh’s blog...

Sep 27, 202254 minSeason 1Ep. 221

Introducing: Wolves Among Us, Season 1, The Larry Lavin Story

On the surface, there was nothing remarkable about Larry Lavin. He lived in a quiet neighborhood with his wife and family, drove a Volvo, and practiced dentistry in Philadelphia. But, from 1978 to 1984, Dr. Lavin ran one of the largest cocaine enterprises on the entire eastern seaboard. Through the voices and perspectives of law enforcement, drug runners, friends, business associates and Larry Lavin himself, Wolves Among Us, Season One, The Larry Lavin Story, tells the story of Lavin’s dual life...

Sep 26, 20224 min

Unborn baby stolen from mother’s womb; Cardi B pleads guilty after strip club brawl

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast. A woman who couldn’t have children is accused of murdering a pregnant mother and taking her unborn baby. Plus, Cardi B pleads guilty to assault after her suspicion of infidelity led to a strip club brawl. Danielle Iredale joins host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 220

Pike County massacre testimony; Nikolas Cruz’s defense rests; R. Kelly conviction — TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Dina Doll joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss testimony in the murder trial following the Pike County massacre, the additional defamation suit facing Alex Jones in Connecticut, the defense unexpectedly resting its case in Nikolas Cruz’s death penalty hearing, and R. Kelly’s most recent convictions. Tweet your questions for future episodes to Joshua Ritter using the hasht...

Sep 20, 202243 minSeason 1Ep. 219

Cop suspected in love triangle murders; Volunteer dive team solves cold cases police can’t

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: A case of fatal attraction, in which a deputy stands accused of murder in the deaths of his former girlfriend and her husband. Plus, we interview Adventures with Purpose, a volunteer dive team that’s solved dozens of cold cases where other searchers have been unsuccessful. Luis Bolaños, Doug Bishop, and Peter Coughlin join host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 16, 202253 minSeason 1Ep. 218

Judge to allow ‘sexually explicit’ evidence; Bombshell in Kristin Smart murder trial — TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Jack Rice joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss a judge allowing “sexually explicit” evidence in the trial of OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney (3:27), a Theranos whistleblower approaching Elizabeth Holmes (13:21), the conviction of an Australian man for the murder of his wife (19:44), and authorities utilizing a popular podcast in their investigation of Paul Flores (33:00)....

Sep 13, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 217

Pike County massacre; Tammy Daybell’s autopsy; Atlanta murderer still at large - TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Forensics expert Joseph Scott Morgan joins host Joshua Ritter to discuss the crime scene investigations surrounding some of the most notorious cases across the country. They break down the complicated analysis of the Pike County Murders, the autopsy of Chad Daybell’s first wife, Tammy, and the brutal murder of Katherine Janness, who was stabbed more than 50 times with no arrests made in the case. Tweet your questions for future episodes to...

Sep 07, 202252 minSeason 1Ep. 215

Vanessa Bryant verdict; Nikolas Cruz’s defense; Trump search affidavit unsealed – TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Neama Rahmani joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss the verdict in Vanessa Bryant’s lawsuit against the LA County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department, the defense presenting its case in Nikolas Cruz’s death penalty hearing, Twitter vs Elon Musk, plus the unsealed affidavit for the FBI search of Mar-a-Lago and Trump’s request for a special master. Tweet your questions for ...

Aug 31, 202231 minSeason 1Ep. 213

Fitbit used to convict husband of wife’s murder; Cousins jailed for burying baby in backyard

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: A wife murdered, a pregnant mistress, and a husband with a wild story of a masked intruder. Years after his wife’s death, Richard Dabate was sentenced to 65 years in prison, with the help of evidence from the victim’s Fitbit. Plus, a pair of cousins stands accused of murdering their baby and burying it in the backyard. Loni Coombs joins host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 26, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 212

Kobe Bryant crash photos trial; FBI alleges Baldwin pulled trigger; Trump affidavit — TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Robert Simon joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss possible legal ramifications for Anne Heche’s estate after her death was ruled an accident, Vanessa Bryant’s lawsuit over the sharing of crash site photos, the FBI determining that Alec Baldwin pulled the trigger in the “Rust” shooting incident, and Donald Trump’s deposition and the FBI search of his home. Tweet your quest...

Aug 23, 202245 minSeason 1Ep. 211

Father guilty of “honor killing” daughters; Wife accused of poisoning husband with Drano

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: After killing his daughters and evading authorities for 12 years, Yaser Said was convicted and given life in prison for capital murder. Plus, a wife allegedly caught on camera poisoning her husband with drain cleaner. Nancy Grace joins host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 19, 202243 minSeason 1Ep. 210

Father convicted of murdering his daughters; Scott Peterson’s bid for a new trial — TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Julie Rendelman joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss detective testimony in Paul Flores’ trial for the alleged murder of Kristin Smart (2:04), new evidence in Nikolas Cruz’s death penalty hearing (13:11), the capital murder conviction of Yaser Said (19:45), and allegations of juror misconduct leveled by Scott Peterson’s defense (25:28). Tweet your questions for future epi...

Aug 16, 202233 minSeason 1Ep. 209

The Murdaugh murders: A dynasty of mysterious deaths, conspiracies, drug-dealing, and insurance fraud

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: Alex Murdaugh, a member of a legal dynasty, has been surrounded by suspicious deaths, alleged criminal fraud, and coverups, and now stands accused of murdering his wife and son. In honor of our 200th episode, a special panel of guests dive into the former lawyer’s fall from grace. Gerald Griggs, Dr. Judy Ho, and Alison Triessl join host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 12, 20221 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 208

Alex Jones verdict; NFL appeals Deshaun Watson’s suspension; Brittney Griner sentenced – TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Brian Buckmire joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss the state resting its case in Nikolas Cruz’s death penalty hearing, Alex Jones’ verdict, the NFL appealing Deshaun Watson’s six-game suspension for violating the league’s personal conduct policy, the antitrust lawsuit filed by pro golfers against the PGA Tour, and Brittney Griner’s sentencing in a Russian court. Tweet yo...

Aug 09, 202240 minSeason 1Ep. 207

Dentist convicted of murdering wife on safari; Doctor over-prescribed meds to sexually abuse victims

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: A dentist convicted of murdering his wife on safari to collect $4.8 million in life insurance and start a new life with his mistress. Plus, a doctor found guilty of overprescribing medications to suffering patients and denying their prescriptions when they denied his sexual advances. Danny Smith joins host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 05, 20221 hrSeason 1Ep. 206

Nikolas Cruz’s death penalty hearing; Kristin Smart murder trial delays — TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Dr. Tracy A. Pearson joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss new evidence in Nikolas Cruz’s sentencing hearing (2:30) and further delays in the trial of Paul Flores for the 1996 death of Kristin Smart (20:40). They also look at the final two officers to be sentenced in the death of George Floyd (32:27), the possible prisoner exchange to release Brittney Griner (36:23), and l...

Aug 02, 202247 minSeason 1Ep. 205

Couple accused of killing girl to collect disability checks; Boy with autism restrained to death

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: A husband and wife accused of killing the husband’s sister and living with the body to collect the victim’s disability checks. Plus, a school and three former employees indicted for the death of a 13-year-old boy with autism after he was restrained for over an hour and a half. Joshua Ritter joins host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 29, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 204

Nikolas Cruz sentencing; Fatal self-defense cases; Kristin Smart murder trial — TCD Sidebar

In this episode of True Crime Daily The Sidebar Podcast: Joshua Schiffer joins host Josh Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss the ongoing sentencing hearing for Nikolas Cruz after he pleaded guilty to the deadliest school shooting in U.S. history, two self-defense cases resulting in the deadly application of force, and the trial facing a father and son implicated in the murder of Kristin Smart. Tweet your questions for future episodes to Joshua ...

Jul 26, 202251 minSeason 1Ep. 203

Murder, corruption, and the mob: How a Chicago mafia lawyer became an undercover informant

This Week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: A former lawyer for the Chicago mob who bribed judges and helped killers walk free goes undercover with the FBI to expose the city’s corruption. Jake Halpern, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and host of the podcast “Deep Cover,” joins host Ana Garcia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 22, 202244 minSeason 1Ep. 202
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