In April 2011, a 15-year-old boy was lured to his death by a group of teenagers - four of whom were convicted of murder. In this episode, we look at the case of a fifth teenager who was also involved, as a principal to the crime. NOTE: Jillian is currently out on Maternity leave and will return in mid-June. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: AquaTru...
May 09, 2023•47 min•Ep 237•Transcript available on Metacast In this special listener request episode, we explore the life and murder of rapper XXXTentacion. NOTE: Jillian is currently out on maternity leave and will return in mid-June. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Ibotta - Get $5 just for trying Ibotta. Go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code COURT. Pluto ...
Apr 26, 2023•58 min•Ep 236•Transcript available on Metacast In January 2021, the body of 64-year-old Tom Merriman was discovered in his driveway. Later, a jury would have to decide - Did he die of an overdose, or was he murdered? Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. Pluto TV - Download ...
Apr 18, 2023•58 min•Ep 235•Transcript available on Metacast In January 2021, the body of 64-year-old Tom Merriman was discovered in his driveway. Later, a jury would have to decide - Did he die of an overdose, or was he murdered? Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Babbel - Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/COURT. Pluto TV - Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, ...
Apr 11, 2023•51 min•Ep 235•Transcript available on Metacast In June 2021, 20-year-old Alex Jackson reported a home invasion at his parents’ house. Investigators quickly zeroed in on him as the killer - but could prosecutors prove their case to a jury? Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Air Doctor - Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code COURT and, depending on the model, you’ll receive up to 35% off. Progressiv...
Apr 04, 2023•59 min•Ep 234•Transcript available on Metacast In a trial dubbed “South Carolina’s Trial of The Century,” Alex Murdaugh, a member of the influential Murdaugh family, goes on trial for the murders of his wife and son. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: AquaTru - Get 20% off any AquaTru purifier by visiting AquaTru.com and entering the code “COURT” at checkout. Holding Court Podcast - Holding Court with...
Mar 28, 2023•52 min•Ep 233•Transcript available on Metacast In a trial dubbed “South Carolina’s Trial of The Century,” Alex Murdaugh, a member of the influential Murdaugh family, goes on trial for the murders of his wife and son. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Firstleaf: Sign up today and you’ll get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus free shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/COURT. Point Blank Podcast - Fo...
Mar 21, 2023•52 min•Ep 233•Transcript available on Metacast In March 2019, Nipsey Hussle was gunned down in a parking lot in South Los Angeles. His killer went on trial three years later, and the details of what happened that day were told in court. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Babbel - Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/COURT. Progressive Insurance - Visit Progres...
Mar 14, 2023•54 min•Ep 232•Transcript available on Metacast On New Year’s Day 2008, a tragic 911 call came into the Irving Police Department. What investigators found was harrowing. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors: Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. COLD Podcast - Follow COLD wherever you get your podcasts. Air Doctor - Go to ...
Mar 07, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep 231•Transcript available on Metacast On April 22, 2016, police in Pike County, Ohio, discovered the bodies of eight family members - all had been shot and killed, execution-style. Who would go to such lengths to kill off an entire family? A special thank you to Patricia Gallagher Newberry with the Cincinnati Enquirer for talking to us about this case. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Pelot...
Mar 01, 2023•50 min•Ep 230•Transcript available on Metacast NOTE: This episode contains some graphic descriptions and testimony. Listener discretion is advised. Also, please excuse my slip as I accidentally refer to self incrimination as “self-discrimination”. In 1984, Ward Weaver, Jr. was convicted of first degree murder in California. Decades later, another member of his family would be convicted of murder. And then decades later... Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://lin...
Feb 21, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep 229•Transcript available on Metacast On October 12, 2019, two Fort Worth police officers responded to a non-emergency call in a residential neighborhood. Within minutes, shots were fired and one person was killed. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: BetterHelp - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/COURT today to get 10% off your first month. Progressive Insurance - V...
Feb 14, 2023•53 min•Ep 228•Transcript available on Metacast In July 2020, famous American rapper Megan Thee Stallion was mysteriously shot after attending a party in Hollywood Hills. After the arrest of another high-profile rapper, the two would face off in court. Link to “Complete Kelsey Harris statement to prosecutors regarding Tory Lanez & Megan Thee Stallion incident” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YePDz8pC934&t=149s Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://...
Feb 07, 2023•53 min•Ep 227•Transcript available on Metacast After a tragic motorcycle crash killed 7 people in June 2019, prosecutors and attorneys would later argue in court over who was really responsible. Was it the defendant, 23-year-old Volodymyr Zhukovskyy, whose truck had crashed into the motorcycle group, or was it the fault of the lead motorcyclist? Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Jordan Harbinger Show - Sea...
Jan 31, 2023•48 min•Ep 226•Transcript available on Metacast In May 1996, college freshman Kristin Smart disappeared, after attending a party. Decades passed before finally, arrests were made. Could prosecutors prove their case all these years later? A special thank you to Chloe Jones from The San Luis Obispo Tribune, for talking to us about this case. Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civi...
Jan 24, 2023•57 min•Ep 225•Transcript available on Metacast Sedley Alley was convicted in 1985 of a brutal rape and murder that occurred just outside Memphis, Tennessee. For decades, Sedley maintained his innocence, but proving it would be a steep hill to climb. A special thank you to Daniel Medwed for talking to us about this case. Daniel’s new book, Barred: Why The Innocent Can’t Get Out of Prison is available here - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/barred-daniel-s-medwed/1140835428. Highly recommend! Post-Production for the show is provided by J...
Jan 17, 2023•49 min•Ep 224•Transcript available on Metacast In May 2022, 43-year-old Kay Baker was found dead in front of a neighbor’s house. Investigators quickly learned that the suspect had a sordid past. Did the system fail to protect his latest victim? Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Sponsors in this episode: Peloton - Learn more at onepeloton.com. Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.co...
Jan 10, 2023•51 min•Ep 223•Transcript available on Metacast In October 2020, the shocking arrests of multiple members of two militia groups were announced. The charges included allegations of an alleged terrorist plot - whose target was Gretchen Whitmer, the governor of Michigan. But with an FBI informant seemingly at the helm, would the jury convict them? NOTE: I will be taking a short break for the holidays. I’ll be back with a new episode on Monday, January 9. Happy Holidays! Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases a...
Dec 20, 2022•53 min•Ep 222•Transcript available on Metacast In August 2006, 58-year-old Ken Juedes was found shot to death in his home. 13 years later, there would finally be an arrest. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: BetterHelp - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/court and get on your way to being your best self. Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com t...
Dec 13, 2022•54 min•Ep 221•Transcript available on Metacast In November 2021, the city of Waukesha, Wisconsin held their annual Christmas parade. But then tragedy struck, and multiple people lost their lives. The trial that followed wasn’t a whodunnit, but the defendant made headlines when he decided to represent himself and disrupt the courtroom. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Storyworth - Go to StoryWorth.co...
Dec 06, 2022•59 min•Ep 220•Transcript available on Metacast After an explosion rips through a subdivision known as Richmond Hill in Indianapolis, investigators try to find the source. Was it an accident or was it pre-planned? Thank you to Kristine Philips and Rich Van Wyk for talking to us about this case. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: BetterHelp - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy ...
Nov 29, 2022•47 min•Ep 219•Transcript available on Metacast On Holy Saturday in 1980, Sister Margaret Ann Pahl was found dead. She had been brutally murdered, but her murder would go unsolved for more than a quarter century. Thank you to journalist and author David Yonke for helping us with this case. Be sure to check out his book, “Sin, Shame, & Secrets: A True Story of the Murder of a Nun.” Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sp...
Nov 22, 2022•55 min•Ep 218•Transcript available on Metacast Nikki Entzel called 911 in January 2020, reporting that the house she shared with her husband was on fire. Inside, was her husband’s deceased body. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: BetterHelp - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/Court and get on your way to being your best self. Killer Psyche Daily - Lis...
Nov 15, 2022•49 min•Ep 217•Transcript available on Metacast In the 1990’s, R. Kelly was a hugely popular R&B singer. In 2021, he was convicted of racketeering, sexual exploitation of a child and kidnapping. In this episode, we cover his latest charges and trials. A special thank you to Jon Seidel for helping us with this case. Follow him on Twitter @SeidelContent. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Bette...
Nov 08, 2022•56 min•Ep 216•Transcript available on Metacast In March 2017, Alisa Summers was kidnapped by her ex-husband, Trevor Summers, in a harrowing days-long ordeal that terrified the community near Tampa, Florida. Years later, she would bravely take him on inside a courtroom. NOTE: This episode contains testimony about domestic and sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen now: https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Progressiv...
Nov 01, 2022•56 min•Ep 215•Transcript available on Metacast Follow and Subscribe to CIVIL: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2t0u9w6Ese6sEotrhlvE5a?si=30c8557e16834a2f
Oct 27, 2022•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast On December 23, 2015, Rick Dabate called 911 and told them an intruder had broken into the home he shared with his wife, Connie. When first responders arrived, they found Connie deceased. Prosecutors later told a jury that there was never an intruder and that Rick was a murderer. Would the jury agree? Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen now: https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Reco...
Oct 25, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep 214•Transcript available on Metacast Was Kevin Eastman so jealous of his ex-girlfriend’s new boyfriend, that he committed first-degree murder? Or was someone else the real killer? Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen now: https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Pair Eyewear - Go to PairEyewear.com/COURT for 15% off your first purchase. June’s Journey - Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play Progressive Insurance - Visit Progre...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep 213•Transcript available on Metacast Was Kevin Eastman so jealous of his ex-girlfriend’s new boyfriend, that he committed first-degree murder? Or was someone else the real killer? Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. This episode was researched and written by Law & Crime Staff. Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen now: https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Clare - Go to clare.com/COURT for 10% off your order. Shop...
Oct 11, 2022•58 min•Ep 213•Transcript available on Metacast In January 2019, Danielle Redlick called 911 to report that her husband, Michael Redlick, was dead. An investigation revealed a tumultuous relationship between the two, but what did it really mean? Please subscribe to our new podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen now: https://link.chtbl.com/CivilPodcast Sponsors in this episode: Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. Notion - ...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep 212•Transcript available on Metacast 
