In December of 2002, NBC News Producer Dan Slepian got a letter from a New York State maximum security prison. It was detailed and meticulous, almost like it had been written by a lawyer. It was from a man serving 25 years to life for murder. And it ended with a desperate plea: look into my case. In 1998, Jon-Adrian JJ Velazquez was arrested for killing a retired New York City police officer. A year later, he was convicted of second degree murder. But he insisted he didnt do it. Dan was skeptica...
Aug 29, 2024•33 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Josh Mankiewicz and Dan Slepian discuss the issues of wrongful convictions in front of a live audience at the CrimeCon conference in New Orleans. This episode was originally published on September 2, 2019.
Aug 23, 2024•23 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Its been more than 20 years since Richard Rosario was convicted of a murder he says he could not possibly have committed. If he didnt do it, who did? And whats next for Rosario and his family? This is the final episode of Dan Slepians 3-year investigation. This episode was originally published on May 16, 2019.
Aug 23, 2024•9 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Suddenly, a change that could breathe new life into Richard Rosarios bid for freedom. Dan Slepian speaks to the woman who could make all the difference. This episode was originally published on May 16, 2019
Aug 23, 2024•16 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast After two decades with their father behind bars, Richard Rosarios family has new hope that he may be set free. After an emotional prison visit, a court is about to decide if it is time for this family to be finally reunited. This episode was originally published on May 16, 2019.
Aug 23, 2024•12 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Talking to a murder victims family is a tough thing to do, but Dan Slepian needs to find out more information about Jorge Collazo in his search for the truth. Collazos sister tells Dan shell never forget the day her little brother was killed. And, she reveals a surprise about what happened just two weeks before the murder a lead that could have been critical. This episode was originally published on May 16, 2019.
Aug 23, 2024•18 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Did anyone fully investigate Richard Rosarios alibi? Dan Slepian tracks down detectives, lawyers and an eyewitness to the murder and gets some shocking answers to that question. This episode was originally published on May 16, 2019.
Aug 23, 2024•20 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast The murder case against Richard Rosario was based on two eyewitnesses. But Rosario claims there are more than a dozen people who can prove he was nowhere near the scene of the crime. Dan Slepian packs his bags and heads to Florida to speak with some of those alibi witnesses. Along the way, he also meets Rosarios wife and two children. This episode was originally published on May 16, 2019.
Aug 23, 2024•16 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Is Richard Rosario an innocent man? Or is he a murderer? Dan Slepian begins his investigation at a prison in upstate New York, and at the scene of the crime in the Bronx. This episode was originally published on May 16, 2019.
Aug 23, 2024•15 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Hey Dateline fans! As a bonus for you, were sharing the trailer for season 3 of our podcast Morrison Mysteries Each season, Keith Morrison takes listeners on a captivating ride through some of the most suspenseful and chilling works of fiction youll ever hear. Haunting stories of ghosts, love triangles, jealousy and rage and now hes reading The Dead Alive, a chilling novel from 150 years ago based on a real trial. You can start listening to Keiths rendition of the story on Monday, August 26th. J...
Aug 19, 2024•1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hosted by CNBC Senior Washington Correspondent Eamon Javers, The Crimes of Putins Trader is the secret story of a young Russian oligarch who hacked his way to an illicit $93 million fortune...and the FBI team who finally brought him to justice. For generations, insider trading on Wall Street has been a crime of the American rich: the stereotype of corporate executives passing stock tips at country clubs was not far off. But new cyberwarfare techniques, and an aggressive anti-Western Putin regime...
Aug 15, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hey Dateline fans, were sharing with you a special preview of the first episode of an all-new season of Dateline: Missing in America. Josh Mankiewicz tells the story of Arelie Garcia, a 25-year-old woman who left her Salinas, California apartment she shared with her mother in 2022, and hasnt been seen or heard from since. Each of the six episodes will focus on one persons story, as told by those left behind. Listen carefully to the details, descriptions and clues offered by family, friends and i...
Jul 16, 2024•3 min•Transcript available on Metacast As a bonus for you, were sharing the trailer for season 3 of Dateline: Missing in America. The chart-topping podcast series is back with a brand-new season and brand-new cases. Are you the key to solving a mystery? Correspondent Josh Mankiewicz reports on perplexing missing person cases brought to Datelines attention by our social media followers. Each episode focuses on one persons story, as told by those left behind. Listen carefully to the details, descriptions and clues offered by family, fr...
Jul 09, 2024•2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Women whod been targeted by Kristis killer fight for justice, and one of them confronts him face-to-face. This episode was originally published on April 11, 2024.
May 29, 2024•38 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast A trial comes to a surprising conclusion. This episode was originally published on April 9, 2024.
May 29, 2024•39 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast After a tip line is established in Kristis case, calls come in from other women who describe terrifying encounters with a predator. This episode was originally published on April 4, 2024.
May 29, 2024•39 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Detectives interview a suspect even as they search for Kristi. This episode was originally published on April 2, 2024.
May 29, 2024•36 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Investigators search for a mystery man who promises young women fame and fortune. This episode was originally published on March 26, 2024.
May 29, 2024•30 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Kristi Johnson vanishes after heading into the Hollywood Hills for a photo shoot. This episode was originally published on March 26, 2024.
May 29, 2024•28 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast As a bonus, were giving you a special preview clip of todays premiere episode of our new podcast series, Dateline: True Crime Weekly. Every Thursday Andrea Canning and her guests dive into the biggest crime stories of the week, bringing you the latest on trials and investigations around the country. Listen to the full episode now, wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/dtcw_fdlw
May 16, 2024•2 min•Transcript available on Metacast As a bonus for you, were sharing the trailer for Dateline: True Crime Weekly, an all-new weekly podcast series. Every Thursday Andrea Canning and her guests dive into the biggest crime stories of the week, bringing you the latest on trials and investigations around the country. Listen to the first episode on Thursday, May 16 and follow now wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/dtcw_fdtw
May 10, 2024•39 sec•Transcript available on Metacast A verdict, a twist, and a pastors new calling. This episode was originally published on December 19, 2023.
Jan 31, 2024•23 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Prophecy and proof take center stage as a murder trial begins.... This episode was originally published on December 14, 2023.
Jan 31, 2024•28 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast A wife comes clean, a witness comes forward and new facts come out. This episode was originally published on December 12, 2023.
Jan 31, 2024•29 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Forbidden relationships cause regrets and suspicions. This episode was originally published on December 5, 2023.
Jan 31, 2024•29 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast A fatal fire, a needy pastor, and a chilling premonition. This episode was originally published on December 5, 2023.
Jan 31, 2024•30 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Ebenezer Scrooge awakens in his home on Christmas morning to find he has a second chance. He joyfully makes amends with all those around him and even becomes a father figure to Tiny Tim. This episode was originally published on December 11, 2023.
Jan 26, 2024•18 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast The Ghost of Christmas Future reveals the appalling events that will happen if Scrooge doesnt become a kinder man. Tiny Tim will die, and so will Scrooge, though no one will mourn him. Scrooge begs the Ghost for a chance to put things right. This episode was originally published on December 11, 2023
Jan 26, 2024•33 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast The Ghost of Christmas Present shows Scrooge how Christmas should be celebrated with joy and giving, even when you are poor, like Scrooges own kindly clerk Bob Cratchit. This episode was originally published on December 11, 2023
Jan 26, 2024•39 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast The Ghost of Christmas Past visits Scrooge and takes him back to his own childhood. Hes reminded that he was shown kindness as a young man, and had even been in love, before his greed took over. This episode was originally published on December 11, 2023
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