Legally Brunette
Emily Simpson, known from The Real Housewives of Orange County, and her attorney husband Shane host a true crime podcast that dissects high-profile cases and celebrity court trials. Using their legal expertise, they explain charges, pleas, and appeals in an accessible way. The show offers a front-row seat to courtroom drama without the legal fees.
Episodes
Happy Fourth of July!
We’re taking the week off to celebrate the 4th of July with our friends and family. We hope you all have a fun and safe holiday! Tune in next week for more episodes of Legally Brunette & ‘Til Death Do Us Part.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Killer Thriller: Fireworks, Freak Accidents and Fourth of July Murders
Killer Thriller Docu host Jenn Fessler joins Elisa Donovan to swap unforgettable Fourth of July mishaps before diving into some of the holiday's most haunting true crime stories. From random acts of violence and manipulative con artists to suspicious husbands and enduring mysteries, they explore the real-life cases forever linked to the Fourth of July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform
End of Month Recap: Taylor Parker, Mackenzie Shirilla, Anna Kepner & More
Emily and Shane are recapping the most intriguing cases from this month's true crime lineup and giving you up-to-date information on all of them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Killer Thriller Docu: Diane Dimond broke the news of the Michael Jackson allegations - now she's taking us inside the trial she covered from Day One
With the release of the new Netflix documentary Michael Jackson: The Verdict, alongside renewed attention around the biopic Michael, public fascination with the case has surged once again. More than two decades after Michael Jackson was acquitted on all charges, the allegations, the trial, the media coverage, and his lasting legacy continue to sharply divide public opinion. Investigative journalis
Killer Thriller: Danny Strong Says the Company Behind OxyContin Tried to Change His Mind
What happens when a television series takes on one of the most powerful companies in America Danny reveals how representatives connected to the company behind OxyContin tried to convince him he had the facts wrong and shares what he learned while investigating the people, decisions, and corporate practices that helped fuel the opioid epidemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Analyzing the Trial of Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson’s criminal trial is receiving renewed interest after the new Netflix documentary, “Michael Jackson: The Verdict”. Emily’s opinion may surprise you… Did “The King of Pop” sexually abuse children? Was the evidence presented by the prosecution enough to sway her and Shane? Plus, is Michael Jackson still alive?! Were his psychological is
Killer Thriller: The Dopesick Story that broke America’s heart with Danny Strong
A drug marketed as safe. Doctors who trusted the science. Families torn apart by addiction. Dopesick pulled back the curtain on the opioid epidemic and the devastating consequences that followed. Danny Strong discusses the investigation, the victims, and the shocking truths behind one of television's most powerful true-crime dramas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - A Burned Body & One Surviving Tooth
When Zachariah Rasch shot his wife in the head, burned her body, and impersonated her for days after her death, what did he expect the outcome to be? How did investigators identify his wife, Crystal, by a single tooth? When Zachariah took the stand at his own trial, what was his defense? Did the jury see through him, or did he walk away a free man? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info
Killer Thriller: If You’re Not watching Maternal Instinct, Here’s Why You Have To
From notorious killers and headline-making scandals to the unsettling twists of Maternal Instinct, Elisa Donovan and Jenn Fessler swap their latest obsessions and explore the dark stories that captivate us, haunt us, and keep us hitting next episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Killer Thriller: The True Story That Made Jennie Garth Fear for Her Own Daughters
A teenage girl disappears...left for dead in the woods by a trusted teacher. Against impossible odds and a harrowing thirty-hour ordeal, she survives. Jennie Garth discusses the emotional toll of portraying Ashley Reeves' mother, why the story hit especially hard as a mom of three daughters, and the scene that left her shaken long after filming ended.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa
Legally Brunette: Kill A Friend, Steal Her Baby - Taylor Parker
Taylor Parker lied consistently throughout life, claiming she had chronic illnesses and multi-million dollar inheritances being kept from her. But there was one, final lie that led Taylor to death row. How did a prosthetic baby bump and a fake 10-month pregnancy lead to her murdering her friend and kidnapping her unborn baby? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Killer Thriller: Kelly Taylor Never Faced a Storyline This Dark. Jennie Garth Revisits One of Her Most Haunting Roles.
Long before true crime became an obsession, Jennie Garth took on one of the darkest roles of her career: a young woman who suffered years of abuse before being accused of orchestrating her husband's murder. Jennie revisits the controversial story and admits that even after all these years, she still has questions about where the truth begins and ends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa
Legally Brunette Presents: 'Til Death Do Us Part - Murder Trial on Island Time
Lindsay Shiver: former beauty queen, cheerleader and wife to football player Robert Shiver, allegedly used her Bahamian lover to try and murder Robert while he was on vacation... Is there a "smoking gun" in this conspiracy to commit murder, or is it unlikely that any of the suspects will be convicted?! How has Bahamian law already influenced the case? What has been Lindsay's biggest complaint thro
Killer Thriller: Docu: A Fake Pregnancy, a Web of Lies, and a Fatal Crime. How Taylor Parker’s deception shocked a Texas community
This week Jenn sits down with Maternal Instinct director Jessica Dimmock to discuss the shocking true story of Taylor Parker, a young Texas woman whose elaborate web of deception spiraled into one of the most disturbing crimes in recent memory. Together, Jenn and Jessica delve into Parker’s years of lies, the unanswered questions surrounding her motivations, and the devastating impact the cr
Killer Thriller: The Scene From The Matthew Shepard Story Shane Meier Still Can't Talk About
Actor Shane Meier opens up about the emotional and physical toll of portraying Matthew Shepard, one of America's most infamous hate-crime victims. He revisits the murder that shocked the world and shares memories of the brutal assault scenes that still haunt him, the responsibility of telling a real family's story, and why he remains deeply connected to Matthew's legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener
The Christine Russo Interview: “The Crash” & Losing Her Brother
Christine Russo is speaking out against Mackenzie Shirilla and the Netflix documentary “The Crash” that covered her little brother’s murder. Why does she wish the documentary was never made? What can she tells us about Dominic that we didn’t see in the film? Plus, what law is Christine working to revise in Ohio? How will it affect Mackenzie Shirilla’s current li
Killer Thriller: The Weirdest Things Scott Peterson Did After Laci Vanished
Court TV's Ted Rowlands walks through the strange behavior, controversial evidence, and unforgettable moments that defined the Scott Peterson case. From life inside the courtroom to the details jurors couldn't ignore, Ted explains why so many people believed Scott's own behavior worked against him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Teresa Sievers’ Murder For Hire
When Dr. Teresa Sievers was murdered with a hammer in her home, her husband Marc seemed to have an air-tight alibi. But, when police were tipped off and told to look at Marc’s childhood best friend, who had the nickname “Hammer”, things started to fall into place. How did police finally realize that Marc orchestrated the whole thing? How did he act when police questioned hi
Killer Thriller Docu: A Father’s Fight Against Hazing and the Film Bringing the Crisis to Light
In this powerful episode, Jenn sits down with Gary DeVercelly, whose son Gary Jr. tragically died in a fraternity hazing incident nearly 20 years ago, and Daniel, director of the new documentary film 4000, premiering next week at the Tribeca Film Festival. They discuss the devastating realities of hazing culture, the silence that protects it, and the families who have turned unimaginable loss into
Legally Brunette: Anna Kepner & Mackenzie Shirilla Updates
Anna Kepner’s 16-year-old stepbrother is now being charged as an adult in her rape and murder. What new evidence has come out against him?! Was there another boy on the cruise ship that Anna had a sexual relationship with? Plus, Mackenzie Shirilla is continuing to cause trouble, even from prison…. What’s her ambitious career path once she “gets out”?! Does she have a
Killer Thriller: Something was OFF about Scott Peterson and Court TV's Ted Rowlands knew it!
Veteran Court TV journalist Ted Rowlands interviewed Scott Peterson just days after Laci Peterson vanished, and he says something immediately felt wrong. Ted takes us inside those early encounters, the questions about the case that still don't have answers, and the bizarre behavior that made him suspicious from the start. He also reveals why Amber Frey's recorded phone calls became the moment Scot
Legally Brunette: The Disappearance of Kristin Smart
The 30th anniversary of Kristin Smart’s disappearance was last week, so Emily and Shane are breaking down all of the details, including a discovery that was made just last month. Kristin’s body has never been found… How did they convict her killer? Was his family allegedly in on the crime? What were the most crucial mistakes made throughout this investigation?See omnystudio.com/
Killer Thriller: The Ted Bundy Mystery That Still Haunts People
Ted Bundy didn’t look like a monster. He looked like someone you’d trust. Charming, intelligent, and seemingly normal, Bundy fooled friends, girlfriends, neighbors, and even some of the people investigating him. Bonnie Bartlett joins Elisa Donovan to revisit The Deliberate Stranger and the true story behind one of America’s most notorious serial killers. Decades later,
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - The Swiss Beauty Queen
Proceed with caution, as Emily and Shane are discussing the graphic murder of Miss Switzerland finalist, Kristina Joksimovic at the hands of her husband, Marc Rieben. Rieben was methodical when murdering and dismembering his wife, but Kristina’s father learned the truth when he discovered her severed head in a trash bag in their home. How does Switzerland law differ from The Unit
Killer Thriller: How the Central Park Five Case Destroyed Korey Wise’s Life
What happened to Korey Wise after the Central Park Five convictions was almost unimaginable. Emmy-winning actor Jharrel Jerome opens up about filming the brutal prison scenes in Netflix’s When They See Us, portraying Korey Wise’s years inside Rikers, and the emotional toll of stepping into one of the most devastating wrongful conviction stories in America. He also shares the power
The Andrea Canning Interview: D4VD, Rex Heuermann & Gabby Petito
Emily and Shane are back with NBC correspondent Andrea Canning to gain her perspective on some of our top cases...As mothers, how do Emily and Andrea view the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez? In what ways does it draw comparisons to the Gabby Petito case? What's some parenting advice from Andrea that Emily and Shane are definitely stealing?!Plus, Andrea has been investigating the Gilgo Beach mur
Killer Thriller: Jharrel Jerome Says Playing Central Park Five’s Korey Wise Changed Him Forever
What's it like to step inside one of the most heartbreaking true crime stories ever dramatized on screen? Emmy-winning actor Jharrel Jerome joins Elisa Donovan to revisit the story behind Netflix’s When They See Us. He reveals the emotional toll of playing Korey Wise, one of the wrongly convicted Central Park Five. Jharrel opens up about meeting Korey in real life, filming inside active pris
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Kouri Richins & Alex Murdaugh
Emily and Shane are giving you the latest updates on Kouri Richins, who was sentenced to life in prison on what would have been her husband’s 44th birthday. Her childrens’ victims impact statements may surprise you… Plus, Alex Murdaugh’s double murder convictions have been overturned. What does that mean and how did it happen?! Will a new jury find him not guilty?Se
Killer Thriller Docu: From Van Life To Missing, America Wanted To Find Her Daughter Gabby Petito
Aspiring van life YouTuber, Gabby Petito, went missing after going on a trip with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. The search for Gabby became a story that gripped the nation, with people wanting justice. Jen sits down with Gabby's mother, Nichole Schmidt, to talk about her magnificent daughter, the Netflix documentary American Murder: Gabby Petito, and how the loss of Gabby has led to creating
Killer Thriller: Alex Murdaugh Gets a New Trial and Mandy Matney Is Furious
Just when it seemed like the Murdaugh saga might finally be slowing down, the case exploded again. Alex Murdaugh’s murder conviction has been overturned, but investigative journalist Mandy Matney says that does not change what she believes: Alex killed Maggie and Paul. Mandy joins Elisa Donovan to break down the shocking South Carolina Supreme Court ruling, the Becky Hill jury controversy, w
Legally Brunette: Mackenzie Shirilla
Emily and Shane are discussing the murder of Dominic Russo & Davion Flanagan at the hands of Mackenzie Shirilla. What did they think of the new Netflix documentary on this case? How did they perceive Mackenzie’s parents and their reaction to their daughter’s crimes? Do they believe Mackenzie will ever get out of prison?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Killer Thriller: The Chilling Downward Spiral of Aaron Hernandez
From alleged childhood abuse and hidden sexuality to football culture, fame, brain trauma, paranoia, and drugs, Dr. Toles breaks down the many factors that may have fueled Hernandez’s escalating violence. She also discusses the warning signs people allegedly ignored and the heartbreaking possibility that Aaron’s life had been unraveling long before the murders became public. You c
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Linda Stermer’s Double Attack
Emily and Shane are taking a time machine back to 2007, when Linda Stermer lit her husband on fire and ran him over with their family van… Linda’s adamant that the entire scene was an accident, but her two children beg to differ. What is their recount of that night? Was the relationship between Linda and her husband, Todd, tumultuous? Why was Linda sentenced twice
Killer Thriller Docu: Buried Secrets: The Father Who Made His Daughter Help Dispose of Bodies
In this episode, we discuss the disturbing documentary My Killer Father: The Green Hollow Murders, which investigates allegations that a man may have been responsible for multiple suspicious deaths tied to his family over several decades, including claims that he murdered his wife and secretly buried her in a remote area known as Green Hollow. We’re joined by the film’s director, Aengu
Killer Thriller: Did Aaron Hernandez Have All 9 Serial Killer Traits?
What really turned Aaron Hernandez from NFL superstar into convicted killer? As seen in American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez...alleged childhood abuse, hidden sexuality, severe brain trauma, paranoia, drugs, football culture, and the pressure of living a double life may all have contributed to an escalating pattern of violence. In this episode, forensic psychologist Dr. Rachel Toles unpacks the
The Terrill Swift & Dave Thompson Interview: False Confessions
Emily and Shane are joined by Terrill Swift, who was just 17 years old when he confessed to a crime he did not commit, and Dave Thompson, an expert in police interrogations and false confessions. Together, Terrill and Dave are discussing the complexities surrounding false confessions and false imprisonment. Terrill was in prison for 14 years as an innocent man… What did he experience
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Regina Rowe-Hicks’ Decades Long Cold Case
Regina Rowe-Hicks’ was discovered inside of her submerged car under suspicious circumstances back in 2001. But, with no DNA evidence and no witnesses, the case went cold for over 20 years… It was only when her husband, Paul, was charged with arson years later and a determined podcaster did more digging into Regina’s death that things started to line up. What made Paul’s ar
Killer Thriller Docu: Abducted in the Middle of the Night by A Complete Stranger but Police Called Her the Real Life “Gone Girl”
Denise Huskins was abducted in the middle of the night from her boyfriend’s house. The police first believed her boyfriend murdered her then when they received a voice recording of Denise alive they were convinced she was copying the movie “Gone Girl”. In a bizarre twist Denise was released 48 hours later and upon her return she realized that the police and media didn’t bel
Legally Brunette: The Evil in Equestrianism
Olympic dressage competitor Michael Barisone shot his student, Lauren Kanarek, in 2019 after a year of tension and alleged harassment. Though Lauren was the victim, do Emily and Shane believe she’s entirely innocent? Was Michael’s “temporary insanity” case valid, considering he still looked mentally unstable two years after the shooting?! Plus, what did they thi
Killer Thriller: The One Reason Why She Was Kidnapped In Her Own Home
A quiet night. A locked door. And a stranger is already inside. She thought she was safe. She wasn’t.In this episode, Director Traci Hays and star Tyler Perez talk about Kidnapped in Her Own Home: The Martha Carelli Story, a chilling story where a quiet life is shattered when a stranger takes control from inside of a home. But what makes it even more disturbing? There’s no grand plan,
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part: The Root Beer Float Murder
Marsha Allen concocted a plan to poison her husband alongside her daughter, Ashley Jones, in 2022 using a root beer float and antifreeze…When the victim, Harold Allen, was pronounced dead, authorities didn’t suspect any foul play. It was only when Marsha’s home was burglarized 9 months later that the truth finally came out.Why did Marsha and Ashley do it? How many times did they
Killer Thriller: A Brutal Murder, a Web of Lies and the Wrong Man Sent to Prison
A woman is stabbed to death. Her husband has an alibi, witnesses, and a time-stamped fast-food receipt. It doesn’t matter. He’s arrested, convicted, and sent to prison, even as a story full of wild contradictions and shifting claims takes hold. The case behind The Thing About Pam is as shocking as it is baffling. We break down the lies, the missed red flags, and how everythin
The Murder of Jamie Carroll in Glitterball City
In Old Town Louisville, Joey Banis and Jeffrey Mundt killed their lover, Jamie Carroll, and stored his deceased body in their basement for six months. Why did they do it? Which one of them pulled the trigger? How did they keep Jamie’s body hidden for months? Were both men convicted of murder?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Killer Thriller: How a “Normal” Man Became the BTK Killer
He had a family. A job. A role in his church. And for decades, no one suspected he could be the BTK killer.The story of The Hunt for the BTK Killer, is disturbing enough. But the psychology behind it is even more unsettling.Famed forensic psychologist Dr. Katherine Ramsland shares what she learned through her personal relationship with Dennis Rader: from the childhood patterns that shaped him, to
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - D4VD, Ashlee Jenae & Brian Hooker
Emily and Shane are giving updates on THREE cases that are making headlines right now… Starting with D4VD’s capital murder charge against 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Will prosecutors seek the death penalty? They’re also giving details on the murder of influencer Ashlee Jenae, who was found dead in Tanzania during a birthday/engagement trip with her new fiancé. Wa
Killer Thriller Docu: She Gave Up Her Daughter for a Better Life. Years Later, She Was Asked for DNA to Identify Her Body and Discovered the Truth About Who Adopted Her
A mother who once gave up her infant daughter in hopes of a better life is pulled into a nightmare years later when that daughter vanishes without a trace. Into the Fire: The Lost Daughter follows her relentless, years-long search for answers fueled by social media, dead ends, and a gut feeling that something was terribly wrong. As chilling details emerge, the story exposes ignored warnings, troub
Killer Thriller: Mark Geragos: What It’s Like to Defend Someone Everyone Thinks Is Guilty
Before the verdict, before the jury, before the evidence…sometimes the world has already made up its mind. The Scott Peterson case became that kind of story, as seen in The Perfect Husband. Mark Geragos, Scott's defense attorney at the time, breaks down what gets lost when a case becomes a national obsession and what it’s like to be at the center of it. Mark also reveals when he think
Killer Thriller: True crime stories we can’t stop watching
Elisa Donovan sits down with Killer Thriller Docu host Jenn Fessler to break down the true crime stories they can’t stop thinking about…the ones that hit hard and never really let go. They get into what makes certain cases unforgettable, the moments that stay with you, and how dramatizations and documentaries can sometimes tell completely different versions of the same story.See omnys
Legally Brunette: The FLDS “Prophet” - Samuel Bateman
First, Emily and Shane are going over some new revelations in the Anna Kepner case. The step-brother was a suspect from the start… Should the parents share some of the blame? Then, they’re diving into the FLDS man who inspired the new Netflix documentary, “Trust Me: The False Prophet”. Sam Bateman was a fake leader, master manipulator and pedophile. How did he
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - The Milkshake Murder
Robert Kissel was murdered by his wife, Nancy, in Hong Kong. The culprit? A strawberry milkshake that knocked him out before she bludgeoned him to death… Emily and Shane break down this complex murder and the differences between American law and Hong Kong law, where Nancy was tried. Plus, we dive into the murder of Robert’s brother, Andrew, which occurred in the middle of all of this.
Killer Thriller Docu: He Stole a Plane with Zero Experience...Then Took Off
In August 2018, Richard “Beebo” Russell, a ground service agent with no flying experience, stole a commercial plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport and took it on a wild solo flight. Director of the new Hulu Documentary #SkyKing, Patricia E. Gillespie, shares what actually happened, using real air traffic control recordings and interviews to piece it all together. In Sk
Killer Thriller: Kidnapped at 7. Escaped at 14. The Award-Winning True Crime Movie that That Shocked America with Corin Nemec
What happens when a child is taken…and told the people who love him gave him away? Steven Stayner was 7 years old when he was kidnapped and raised under a different name, suffering repeated sexual abuse and living a life built on lies until he was 14. I Know My First Name Is Steven brings that story to the screen. Corin Nemec talks about taking on that role as a teenager and the moment
The Murder of Moriah Wilson
Moriah Wilson was a 25-year-old professional cyclist with a promising future ahead of her. But, in 2022, she was shot and killed by a woman that let jealously overcome her. Kaitlin Armstrong was convicted of Moriah’s murder, but it wasn’t an easy feat. Kaitlin managed to flee the country and evade capture for 43 days before they found her in Costa Rica. To top it off, she attempted to
Kato Kaelin: Mistakes the Prosecution made in the O.J. Simpson Trial
Kato Kaelin was a key witness in the O.J. Simpson trial. He shares behind-the-scenes moments, where he thinks the prosecution made mistakes, and his private conversation with Barbara Walters as the verdict was read. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Legally Brunette Presents: 'Til Death Do Us Part - John List
John List meticulously murdered his entire family in 1971 before fleeing the state, creating an entirely new life for himself, and avoiding arrest for nearly 18 years.How did he manage to get away with his atrocious crimes? What was his motive for killing his wife, three children and his mother? When he later remarried under a different persona, did his new wife ever suspect him to be a killer?See
KILLER THRILLER DOCU: How Utah Influencer Ruby Franke and Therapist Jodi Hildebrandt Used Faith to Justify Child Abuse
A child escapes a home emaciated with duct tape around his ankles and wrists, desperate for help. In this episode, therapist Natasha Helfer unpacks the disturbing case behind The Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story and how a trusted parenting influencer like Ruby Franke became involved. We explore how religious authority, unchecked influence, and social media power may have enabled the abu
Killer Thriller: Kato Kaelin: O.J.'s strange behavior right before Nicole Brown Simpson was murdered
Kato Kaelin recounts the night of Nicole Brown Simpson’s murder—from a strange McDonald’s run with O.J. to an unexplained noise behind the guest house that would later lead police to a chilling discovery. Decades later, he still questions whether his presence that night unknowingly helped shape the timeline. And just when it seems like the story is complete, Kato reveals one deta
Legally Brunette: The Duggar Family
Emily and Shane are providing the latest updates on your favorite cases. Did you catch Blake Lively’s Instagram post regarding her case against Justin Baldoni? Did you watch Savannah Guthrie’s return to the TODAY Show? Plus, 19 Kids and Counting star, Joseph Duggar, was recently arrested for child molestation and his wife, Kendra, was arrested for child endangerment. Believe it or not,
Killer Thriller: Nancy Travis: Taken from Their Bed by Someone They Knew And Hidden Where No One Would Find Them
Remember when a story feels too shocking to be real…and then it is? The Lifetime movie Rescued by Faith: The Connie and Larry Van Oosten Story brings their case to the screen, but behind it is a much darker reality.What seemed like a random attack quickly unraveled into something targeted. And then there’s the moment it all clicks, when the truth about who was behind it changes everyt
Legally Brunette Presents: ’Til Death Do Us Part - Gerhardt Konig
Gerhardt Konig is currently on trial for the attempted murder of his wife, Arielle, during a hike on the Pali Puka trail in Honolulu, Hawaii. Arielle has survived to testify against her husband who allegedly tried to push her off a cliff, then attempted to inject her with a foreign substance, before finally hitting her repeatedly with a lava rock. The evidence appears to be stacking up again
Killer Thriller Docu: Could new evidence in the Scott Peterson case prove his innocence?
Golfing or fishing? That one slip might’ve been the first red flag in Scott Peterson’s story and the moment everything started to unravel. Skye Borgman breaks down the red flags, while Amber Frey’s unforgettable press conference and secret phone calls reveal how she helped expose the truth. Plus, why the debate over Scott’s innocence is far from over.See omnystudio.com/list
Killer Thriller: Tori Spelling Wanted to Break Free from “Donna Martin” the Virgin. This Was the Role.
Tori Spelling was known as Donna Martin, the ultimate good girl. So when Death of a Cheerleader came along, she jumped at the chance to play someone completely different. In this episode, Tori looks back on stepping into a story rooted in a real high school murder, where jealousy, popularity, and pressure to fit in spiraled into something unthinkable. Because what starts as typical teen drama
Baiting the Bachelor w/ Clayton Echard
Emily and Shane are sitting down with former Bachelor star, Clayton Echard, to dissect his years-long battle against Laura Owens, who claimed to be carrying his child despite never having sex with him… How did the internet sleuths that used to despise Clayton actually help garner support to take his perpetrator down? In a surprising twist, how does Clayton view this experience? Will there b
Legally Brunette: Nancy Guthrie Updates, Taylor Frankie Paul & Corn Hole Murderer
This week, Emily is joined by Elisa Donovan, the host of the Killer Thriller podcast, to talk about the latest breaking news in the true crime sphere…Savannah Guthrie’s interview on the TODAY show proves that they’re still holding out hope in the search for Nancy Guthrie. And, they’re getting into the Taylor Frankie Paul of it all.Plus, a quadruple amputee corn hole champi
Killer Thriller: You’re Not Crazy. You’re Being Gaslit.
From Gaslit by My Husband to I Am Elizabeth Smart to Joe vs. Carole, the pattern is the same. Control, manipulation, and people who can charm you while quietly rewriting your reality. Elisa Donovan sits down with Dr. Jaime Zuckerman to break down how gaslighting actually works, why narcissists target strong people, and why most people don’t realize what’s happening until
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Kouri Richins
Kouri Richins was found guilty of murdering her husband by lacing his drink with 5x the lethal dose of fentanyl. Shortly after, she wrote a children’s book about grief. The prosecution called dozens of witnesses to the stand to testify against her, including her best friend and the man she was having an affair with… What is the evidence that points towards her? Is a guil
Killer Thriller Docu: Skylar Neese murdered by her best friends
It's a story of three best friends who seemed inseparable until one of them goes missing and later is found murdered. In this episode, we dive into a documentary that slowly unravels the truth behind a friendship that wasn’t what it appeared to be, who murdered Skylar Neese and a shocking confession that blew up the whole investigation. Director Clair Titley, reflects on the power of seeing
Killer Thriller: Joe Exotic Was Charming… Until He Was Terrifying. Brian Van Holt on the Tiger King Chaos
Remember when Tiger King completely took over everyone’s life during COVID? Brian Van Holt was right in the middle of bringing that chaos to life in Joe vs. Carole, playing one of the only grounded people in a world full of extremes. He gets into what made Joe Exotic so unsettling, how someone could be charming one second and dangerous the next, and why people stayed even as things got
Legally Brunette: College Student Kills Newborn, Teacher Killed by Student Prank & Missing Woman Found
Emily and Shane are diving into some of the biggest cases right now… Laken Snelling gave birth alone in her college bedroom and has been charged with killing her newborn. Did she know she was pregnant? How did they find her baby? Then, high school teacher Jason Hughes was killed after a student prank gone wrong. Though it’s obvious the teenagers didn’t intend to harm him, should
Killer Thriller: Skeet Ulrich Played Elizabeth Smart’s Captor, Then Met Her Face to Face
A 14-year-old girl is taken from her bedroom and held captive for nine months; a case that still feels impossible to process. Skeet Ulrich almost didn’t take the role of her captor, saying he couldn’t justify stepping into someone that dark until he understood the bigger story. What followed clearly stayed with him: from scenes so intense crew members walked off set, to the moment Eliz
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Bianca & Larry Rudolph
When Larry Rudolph was given an ultimatum by his mistress, he decided to murder his wife, Bianca Rudolph, while on an African Safari. Larry was a master con-man disguising himself as a prominent local dentist. From claiming $30,000/month in insurance money for a “crocodile bite” to pocketing $4.8M of life insurance after killing his wife, he felt he could get away with anything. But, m
Killer Thriller: Jana Kramer Life Imitates Art - A Relationship Turned Violent, Shocking Betrayals and Gaslighting.
A brutal home invasion. A terrified victim. And a twist that changes everything. Jana Kramer breaks down the true crime case behind Gaslit by My Husband and how psychological manipulation spiraled into something much darker. For Jana, who openly shares her story of surviving domestic violence, this role hits close to home. But what really makes this case shocking isn’t just the violence
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Mike Williams
When Mike Williams’ best friend and wife began a secret affair that lasted for years, they decided their best course of action was to take Mike out of the equation… indefinitely. By faking an accidental drowning in crocodile-infested waters, they were able to keep authorities off their scent for years. But, the truth finally caught up to them after making some enemies along the way. M
Stabbed in the Back: The Murder of Skylar Neese
When 16-year-old Skylar Neese disappeared from her family home in 2012, no one expected her two best friends were to blame. After Skylar’s “friends” physically stabbed her in the back, they put on a show to convince the public that they wanted nothing more than to find their missing friend. Emily and Shane dive into the details, explaining how one psychotic break led to the unrav
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Melanie McGuire
Melanie McGuire was convicted of killing her husband, stuffing his dismembered body into three different suitcases and throwing him into the Chesapeake Bay. But, when the suitcases resurfaced, it wasn’t long until detectives led a clear path to her. What circumstantial evidence was enough to put Melanie behind bars for the rest of her life? Is there a chance she didn’t do it?See omnyst
Killer Thriller: Amanda Knox - The Media Turned Her Into A Monster
Amanda Knox became one of the most infamous names in true crime after her roommate, British student Meredith Kercher, was murdered while they were studying abroad in Perugia, Italy. What followed was a global media frenzy, the nickname “Foxy Knoxy,” and a case that would spiral through years of trials and appeals before Knox was ultimately exonerated. Knox breaks down the interrogation
Killer Thriller: Amanda Knox - Famous For A Murder She Didn't Commit
Amanda Knox was a 20-year-old study-abroad student when her British roommate Meredith Kercher was brutally murdered in Perugia, Italy. Within days, Knox went from college kid to global villain, dubbed “Foxy Knoxy” by tabloids and thrust into one of the most infamous murder cases in modern history. Knox joins Killer Thriller to talk about the interrogation that changed everything, spend
Legally Brunette: Las Vegas Cheer Murders, Britney Spears, Diddy & Bryan Kohberger
Emily and Shane are updating you on the latest cases in the news cycle. From the murder-suicide that occurred at a nationwide cheer competition to Britney Spears’ D.U.I. Plus, why has Diddy’s sentence been moved up? What new photos have been released of Bryan Kohberger’s murder scene and what does it mean?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The “Scream” Murder: Cassie Stoddart
When 16-year-old Cassie Stoddart was brutally murdered in a small Idaho town, police were led to two teenage boys: Adam Draper and Torey Adamcik. The boys documented everything in a videotape, from recording Cassie in the school hallway to confessing the gory details of their crime. They were both sentenced to life in prison. Emily and Shane are breaking down this case and addressing
Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Shanann & Chris Watts
Shannan Watts and her two young daughters mysteriously disappeared in 2018, leaving her husband, Chris Watts, as the main suspect. When Chris’ affair came to light and he miserably failed a polygraph test, the truth started to unravel… He killed his wife and daughters with zero remorse, and the details are horrific. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
