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Surviving the Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime

Surviving the Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime

Surviving the Survivor 600 Episodes Oct 8, 2026

The best guests in true crime come together each day to cover the most talked about cases in America. Hosted by Emmy award-winning former network news correspondent Joel Waldman and his Holocaust survivor mother, Karmela, the two get the lowdown from the most influential names in the true crime genre. #BestGuests include FBI profilers, legendary detectives, famed criminal defense attorneys, notable prosecutors, tough Navy SEALs, seasoned U.S. Marshals, and you - the smartest audience in true crime - #STSNation. Find us anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Episodes

Faith Hedgepeth Trial Day 1: Roommate Testifies as Disturbing Final-Hours Timeline Emerges
Faith Hedgepeth Trial Day 1: Roommate Testifies as Disturbing Final-Hours Timeline Emerges Oct 8, 2026 01:08:40 The Faith Hedgepeth murder trial is finally underway, more than 14 years after the 19-year-old UNC student was found murdered in her Chapel Hill apartment. On Day 1, her former roommate, Karena Rosario, gave emotional testimony about their final night together and discovering Faith’s body hours later. STS breaks down the testimony, the prosecution’s allegations, and the questions surrounding the F
Church Member Speaks out on Caleb Flynn, His Mistress and The Murder Trial with Co-Host Karm
Church Member Speaks out on Caleb Flynn, His Mistress and The Murder Trial with Co-Host Karm Oct 3, 2026 01:34:37 The Caleb Flynn murder trial takes a deeper turn as a church member speaks out about Flynn, his alleged affair with Alleigha Botner, and the shocking allegations surrounding his wife Ashley Flynn’s death. In this episode, STS and co-host Karm examine what people within the church knew, the relationship between Caleb Flynn and his mistress, and the evidence prosecutors presented at trial.Key Points
Lindsay Clancy Case: What the Latest Hearing Means for Her Future Trial
Lindsay Clancy Case: What the Latest Hearing Means for Her Future Trial Oct 1, 2026 01:16:53 The Lindsay Clancy hearing could determine what comes next after her murder trial ended in a mistrial. Her defense challenged the strength of the prosecution’s evidence and asked the judge to find her not guilty, while prosecutors have not yet decided whether to pursue a second trial. What does the latest Lindsay Clancy hearing mean for her future?Key Points:Latest Lindsay Clancy hearing after the
Lindsay Clancy’s Crucial Hearing: Not Guilty, Case Dismissed—or a Second Murder Trial?
Lindsay Clancy’s Crucial Hearing: Not Guilty, Case Dismissed—or a Second Murder Trial? Sep 29, 2026 01:15:20 The Lindsay Clancy hearing could shape what happens next after her first murder trial ended in a mistrial. Her defense asked the judge for a not-guilty finding and argued there was insufficient evidence, while prosecutors pushed back. The judge has now denied that request, leaving the door open for a second Lindsay Clancy trial.Key Points:Lindsay Clancy’s crucial post-mistrial hearingDefense reque
Dan Markel Murder: Donna Adelson Hints at Wendi & Charlie in NEW Appeal Brief
Dan Markel Murder: Donna Adelson Hints at Wendi & Charlie in NEW Appeal Brief Sep 23, 2026 01:27:54 The Donna Adelson appeal is bringing new attention to the Dan Markel murder case as her latest brief raises questions about what Wendi and Charlie Adelson knew and their roles in the family’s story. What is Donna’s legal team arguing, and what could these new claims mean for the Donna Adelson appeal? STS breaks down the latest filing and the questions it raises.Key Points:Donna Adelson’s new appea
Brian Hooker Lunges at Reporter; Spotted 1st Time in Months Since Wife Went Missing in Bahamas
Brian Hooker Lunges at Reporter; Spotted 1st Time in Months Since Wife Went Missing in Bahamas Sep 18, 2026 01:14:19 Brian Hooker has been spotted publicly for the first time in months since his wife, Lynette Hooker, disappeared during a boating trip in the Bahamas. In new footage, Hooker is seen confronting and lunging toward a reporter as questions continue about Lynette’s disappearance. What happened that night, and what do investigators still need to determine? STS examines the latest Brian Hooker footage, t
Lindsay Clancy Fallout Escalates: Juror Threatened, Judge Warns of “Real and Present Danger”
Lindsay Clancy Fallout Escalates: Juror Threatened, Judge Warns of “Real and Present Danger” Sep 17, 2026 01:28:41 The Lindsay Clancy juror controversy is escalating after at least one juror was reportedly threatened following the mistrial. Judge William Sullivan has warned of a “real and present” danger to jurors and the administration of justice, while ordering juror identities sealed. What is happening behind the scenes, and what does this mean for the Lindsay Clancy case? STS breaks down the latest fallout
American Idol's Caleb Flynn Accused of Wife’s Murder: The 911 Call, Body Cam Videos & Key Evidence
American Idol's Caleb Flynn Accused of Wife’s Murder: The 911 Call, Body Cam Videos & Key Evidence Sep 16, 2026 01:29:56 Caleb Flynn, a former American Idol contestant, is on trial in connection with the alleged murder of his wife, Ashley Flynn. This episode examines the emotional 911 call, newly released police body-cam footage, and key evidence presented in the case. What happened inside the Ohio home, and what questions remain about the events that night? STS breaks down the Caleb Flynn case and the evidence juro
Behind Locked Doors: What Life is Really Like in a Prison VS Psychiatric Hospital
Behind Locked Doors: What Life is Really Like in a Prison VS Psychiatric Hospital Sep 15, 2026 01:31:24 What is life really like behind locked doors? This episode takes a closer look at prison vs psychiatric hospital, exploring the major differences between incarceration and psychiatric care. From daily routines and security to treatment, rules, relationships, and access to support, STS examines what life can look like in these two very different environments. The prison vs psychiatric hospital comp
Hulu's Adelson Family Documentary: What's New, What Surprised Us & What This Means for the Adelsons
Hulu's Adelson Family Documentary: What's New, What Surprised Us & What This Means for the Adelsons Sep 12, 2026 01:32:09 The Adelson family documentary brings renewed attention to one of the most closely watched true crime cases in recent years. What’s new? What surprised us? And what does the documentary reveal about the Adelson family, the murder of Dan Markel, and the legal battles that followed? STS breaks down the biggest takeaways and what the Adelson family documentary could mean for the case moving forward.K
I Watched 9/11 Unfold — The Photos & Memories I’ll Never Forget | 25 Years Later
I Watched 9/11 Unfold — The Photos & Memories I’ll Never Forget | 25 Years Later Sep 11, 2026 00:33:13 9/11 remains one of the defining moments of modern history. In this powerful 25-year reflection, a firsthand witness revisits the day the attacks unfolded, sharing personal memories, photographs, and the moments that have stayed with them ever since. This episode looks beyond the headlines to remember what it was like to experience 9/11 in real time—and how those memories continue to shape us 25 y
Lindsay Clancy: More Jurors Speak Out—Now Her Lawyer Files Renewed Motion for Not Guilty
Lindsay Clancy: More Jurors Speak Out—Now Her Lawyer Files Renewed Motion for Not Guilty Sep 11, 2026 01:29:15 Lindsay Clancy is back in the spotlight as more jurors speak publicly about the deliberations and her lawyer files a renewed motion seeking a not-guilty outcome. What did jurors really think, and what arguments is the defense making now? STS breaks down the latest developments, the jury’s concerns, and what the renewed motion could mean for the Lindsay Clancy case.Key Points:More jurors speak out

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