Freeze Frame
Former reality TV executive Tucker Simmons returns to his South Louisiana hometown to investigate long-standing rumors of corruption, intimidation, and drug trafficking. Politicians, religious leaders, and even his own family are implicated. A tip about the 2017 death of Donna Smith Arceneaux changes everything. This documentary-style series exposes a tangled web of betrayal, blackmail, and murder buried for years in a small town.
Episodes
Status of Freeze Frame Part 2 Update
What's up, y'all? It's been a while and I've missed you. Since the release of Freeze Frame in October 2024, the love, support, and advocacy from you - all the listeners - has been overwhelming. I'm forever grateful. But more importantly, Donna's family is too and they're so close to justice. In this mini episode, I wanted to speak to y'all
UPDATE: Major Arceneuax Case Update from Sheriff Jason Smith
Following years in the hands of the Louisiana State Police with no actionable progress, new Washington Parish Sheriff Jason Smith announced he has regained control of Donna Arceneuax's case. In this bonus episode, Sheriff Smith elaborates on his plans for the case in an exclusive interview with Tucker.
8 | The Story Keeps Changing
A suspect's story keeps changing, and the truth remains elusive. Tucker makes another attempt to speak with Scott, driven by details from sources and a need to understand the discrepancies that have surfaced. As the podcast inches closer to the truth, each conversation adds another layer of complexity to an already tangled case.
7 | New Eyes on the Case
As public interest in Donna's case grew, it became a frequent topic in the ongoing campaign for sheriff. It caught the attention of the Louisiana State Police, and they took action—but we quickly discovered that they weren't the only ones attempting to work the case.
6 | All Hell Broke Loose
As Tucker's investigation goes public, he approaches several key players for their take on Donna's case before his anonymity is erased.
5 | Institutions Failed Her
Donna's brother TJ takes Tucker door-knocking to track down evidence Donna told him about years earlier, and they get a massive lead. After failed attempts to reach Captain Anderson, Tucker's meeting with Sheriff Randy Seal takes an interesting turn.
4 | Dirty Little Secrets
Evidence of overwhelming control over Donna has been found, startling details suggesting a motive are revealed, and elusive individuals finally come forward as Tucker's investigation continues.
3 | The Puzzle Don't Fit
Donna had a history of regular visits to the local hospital - those records uncover a completely new theory in her death. While trying to make contact with Clay, Tucker finally reaches Donna's spiritual counselor, and she doesn't hold back.
2 | First Sign of Trouble
Donna was a mother, a sister, a daughter. Her upbringing was anything but ordinary and those experinces influenced every decision she made. But does any of that matter, and is it relevant to her murder?
1 | Family Ties
A hometown investigation into corruption, drug trafficking, and money laundering in Washington Parish, Louisiana takes a dark turn into a years-long murder investigation. This is where the story begins.
Season 1: The Murder of Donna Arceneaux
I've spent years investigating a lifetime of disturbing allegations in my hometown, and now I'm inviting you to join me as this chillingly personal story descends into a murder investigation of 40-year-old single mom Donna Arceneaux. I knew her—very well—and the journey to finding her killer has left me with one burning question: Is Washington Parish ready for the truth? After a decade-long career
