Criminal Appeal
Criminal Appeal is a true crime podcast hosted by crime analyst Dr. Casey Jordan and lawyer Dr. Colleen Butler-Sweet. The show examines criminal cases and the legal system from the perspectives of an analyst and an attorney. It likely explores appeals, investigations, and the people affected by high-profile or overlooked crimes. Each episode aims to bring expert insight into how cases are built, challenged, and resolved.
Episodes
DELPHI MURDERS: 8 Years, 2 Victims, 1 Conviction
In February 2017, 13-year-old Abigail “Abby” Williams and 14-year-old Liberty “Libby” German went for a walk along the Monon High Bridge Trail in Delphi, Indiana. They never made it home.What followed became one of the most closely watched investigations in the country. A grainy photograph, a short audio recording, and a sketch of a suspect were released to the public as investigators spent years
WORST. WICKED ATTRACTION. EVER: Cheshire Home Invasion
On July 23, 2007, the quiet Connecticut town of Cheshire was shaken by one of the most devastating home invasions in the state’s history.In the early morning hours, two men broke into the home of Dr. William Petit and his family on Sorghum Mill Road. What began as a burglary quickly turned into a hostage situation, ending with the deaths of Jennifer Hawke-Petit and her daughters, 17-year-old Hayle
MURDER AT THE MALL: The Case of Christina Long
featuring Danbury Connecticut Police Special Victim Unit Detective Rachel Halas (retired) who investigated the disappearance of 13-year-old Christina Long. More than 24 years after the death of 13-year-old Christina Long, we revisit the case that devastated her family and shocked Danbury, Connecticut.At the center was Christina Long, a sixth-grade honor student, cheerleader, and altar girl who met
CLANCY CASE UNPEELED: Is Lindsay Insane, Involuntarily Intoxicated, or Insidious?
Have we learned nothing since the Andrea Yates case twenty-five years ago? Lindsay's Fact vs. Fiction UNPEELED in the special edition. Lindsay Clancy is charged with the murder of her three children: Cora (5), Dawson (3), and Callum (8 months) in January of 2024. In this raw and vulnerable conversation between criminologist and sociologist, Dr. Casey Jordan and Dr. Colleen Butler-Sweet break down
SANDY HOOK SHOOTER: Ignore the red flags. Pay with your life.
More than 13 years after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, we revisit the case that devastated Newtown, Connecticut, and shocked the nation. At the center was Adam Lanza, who killed his mother before fatally shooting 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012. Investigators ultimately concluded that Lanza acted alone.This episode examines Lanza’s life,
The Terrifying Story of the Golden State Killer
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The Tinder Date From Hell; Helen Simmons
The Tinder Date from HellIn the summer of 2022 18 year old Helen Simmons went on a Tinder Date she will regret for the rest of her life. In the course of just two weeks 22 year old Mathew Jones drugged, raped, beat and manipulated Simmons into believing her only way to get away from him was to rob a jewelry store. But its when the two were finally apprehended by police that the nightmare truly beg
Cannibal Killer; Part 2
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Cannibal Killer; Part 1
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Knox UNKNOTTED: From Conviction to Emancipation, Amanda's search for JUSTICE.
It's been almost 20 years since the arrest of Amanda Knox for the murder of her college roommate while doing a semester abroad in Perugia, Italy. We look back at this notorious case, dissect the crime scene evidence, and take a deep dive into the media, culture, and societal bias that led to her conviction--and the FIGHT for her life that led Knox to release her own documentary this month reve
Interview with Allison Hope Weiner
In the early morning hours of February 1st 2026 Nancy Guthrie, the 84 year old mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie, went missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona. In this episode of CRIMINAL APPEAL Dr. Jordan interviews Allison Hope Weiner. Leaning heavily into Dr. Casey Jordan’s extensive media appearances chronicling the case, Dr. Jordan and Dr. Butler-Sweet explore all of the potential t
What really happened with Nancy Guthrie?
In the early morning hours of February 1st 2026 Nancy Guthrie, the 84 year old mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie, went missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona. In this episode of CRIMINAL APPEAL we explore the missing person’s case that has gripped the nation. Leaning heavily into Dr. Casey Jordan’s extensive media appearances chronicling the case, Dr. Jordan and Dr. Butler-Sweet explore
Alex Murdaugh appeal : Will a new trial spawn more murder charges?
CRIMINAL APPEAL tackles the criminal appeal of Alex Murdaugh-- the convicted murderer has had his conviction overturned by an appeals court! He'll be tried again, but be careful what you wish for: Alex Murdaugh could be facing new evidence to ensure another guilty finding. In this episode we look carefully at the two "mysterious deaths" related to the Murdaugh family, including the alleged "slip a
The Luigi Mangione Case: The Murder That Sparked Nationwide Debate
In this episode, we break down the shocking case involving Luigi Mangione and the murder that quickly became a national headline.Nearly a year after his arrest, the case continues to unfold in court. In mid-December 2025, after nearly three weeks of testimony, pretrial suppression hearings in Mangione’s New York state case finally concluded. These hearings will determine what evidence prosecutors
13 Years, 11 Bodies… The Arrest of the Gilgo Beach Serial Killer
On July 13, 2023, authorities arrested Rex Heuermann, a 59-year-old architect from Massapequa Park, in connection with the infamous Gilgo Beach murders that haunted investigators for more than a decade.The case first gained national attention after the 2010 disappearance of Shannan Gilbert, which led police to uncover multiple sets of human remains along Ocean Parkway near Gilgo Beach on Long Isla
Crystal Mangum and the Duke Lacrosse Scandal
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: Listener discretion is advised — this episode includes details that may be disturbing to some audiences.Nearly 20 years after the March 13, 2006 Duke Lacrosse alleged rape scandal, we revisit the case that gripped the nation.At the center was Crystal Mangum, whose accusations against three members of the Duke University men’s lacrosse team sparked a media firestorm. In Dece
Claudio Valente Campus Shooting | Brown University & MIT Case Explained
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: Listener discretion is advised — this episode includes details that may be disturbing to some audiences.In this episode of Criminal Appeal, we break down the Claudio Valente campus shooting involving Brown University and MIT, examining the full timeline of how the violence unfolded across two major university campuses.We explore Valente’s background, the events leading up t
MURDER CASE BREAKS WIDE OPEN!
Dr. Casey Jordan interviews the Hartford Courant journalists who covered the Maryann Measles case. This episode is made possible by @askventuralawyoutube The Accident Law Firm__________________________________Listen on your audio platforms :Spotify Apple Podcast Amazon Music Patreon Follow along on social:Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Website Find your hosts:Dr. Casey Jordan Dr. Colleen Butler-
Memories of Maryann: Her sister and friends tell her story
Dr. Casey Jordan interviews Maryann's sister and friends as they share their perspective and feelings on the tragic loss of Maryann. This episode is made possible by @askventuralawyoutube The Accident Law Firm__________________________________Listen on your audio platforms :SpotifyApple Podcast Amazon Music Patreon Follow along on social:Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Website Find your hosts:D
BONUS: In memory of Maryann Measles
Story from The Hartford Courant, January 12, 2003Written by Jesse Leavenworth, read by Dr. Casey Jordan. #criminalappeal #maryannmeasles #hartfordcourantCriminal Appeal is sponsored by Ventura Law, The Accident Law Firm. Trusted by Connecticut families for over 70 years for car accidents, personal injury, and more. Learn more at www.venturalaw.com or call 203-800-8000
Part 1 | GROOMED, KIDNAPPED, KILLED: The Case of Maryann Measles
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: Listener discretion is advised — this episode includes details that may be disturbing to some audiences.In Part 1 of our deep dive into the murder of Maryann Measles, we begin by understanding who Maryann was — and how the events that led to her death began to unfold.Maryann was a 13-year-old from New Milford, Connecticut, whose 1997 murder devastated her community and ulti
Part 2 | Maryann Measles: Inside the Group That Orchestrated Her Murder
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: Listener discretion is advised — this episode includes details that may be disturbing to some audiences.In Part 2 of our deep dive into the murder of 13-year-old Maryann Measles, we shift our focus from who Maryann was to the people who betrayed her in the most devastating way.*Featuring clips from our one on one conversation with Maryann’s childhood friend Scott*This episo
Luigi Mangione Death Penalty?!
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of real criminal cases, including details that may be disturbing to some listeners.ABOUT: Side bar on decision of the death penalty for Luigi MangioneThis episode is made possible by @askventuralawyoutube | The Accident Law Firm__________________________________Listen on your audio platforms :Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6mljKhf...Appl
HANDSOME DEVIL: Dr. Jordan interviews the Producers
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of real criminal cases, including details that may be disturbing to some listeners.ABOUT: Dr. Casey Jordan is joined by the producers of the new Wade Wilson documentary 'Handsome Devil, Charming Killer' NOW AVAILABLE on @paramountplusThis episode is made possible by @askventuralawyoutube | The Accident Law Firm_________________________
Debrief on the Deadpool Killer: Featuring CrimeDocDani
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of real criminal cases, including details that may be disturbing to some listeners.ABOUT: Dr. Casey Jordan and CrimeDocDani briefly tap into the details of the brutal crimes of Wade Wilson in 2019. Highlighting moments from the 'Handsome Devil, Charming Killer' documentary. NOW AVAILABLE on @paramountplus We would like to thank @CrimeDo
Wade Wilson Explained: Charm, Murder, and the Rise of the “Wade’s Wives”
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: Listener discretion is advised — this episode includes details that may be disturbing to some audiences.Criminologist Dr. Casey Jordan and Sociologist Dr. Colleen Butler Sweet revisit the Wade Wilson case covering the following :- The psychology behind Wade Wilson’s charm and violence- The rise of his devoted fangirl following, known as the “Wade’s Wives”- Hybristophilia an
The Rise of the Lost Boys: Why Young Men Are Becoming More Violent
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of real criminal cases, including details that may be disturbing to some listeners.This week’s Side Bar dives into the 'Lost Boys'ABOUT :In recent years, experts have started warning about a troubling new trend often called the rise of the “lost boys” — a growing wave of younger and younger males becoming involved in violent crimes, especia
Why Do Women Fall for Killers? The Science Behind Hybristophilia
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of real criminal cases, including details that may be disturbing to some listeners.This week’s Side Bar dives into the Phenomenon of Hybristophilia ABOUT :Hybristophilia is a psychological phenomenon in which someone experiences attraction to another person who has committed violent or criminal acts. Often referred to as “Bonnie and Clyde Syndrome,
Part 2 | Kendall Francois: The Dark Side
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: Listener discretion is advised — this episode includes details that may be disturbing to some audiences.Welcome to Part 2 of our breakdown of the Kendall Francois case.In Part 1, we uncovered how Francois fit the profile of a power-control killer—someone driven by dominance and manipulation rather than impulse.In this episode, Dr. Casey Jordan continues sharing her firsthan
Part 1 | The Truth About Kendall Francois: A Criminologist’s Firsthand Account
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: Listener discretion is advised — this episode includes details that may be disturbing to some audiences.In part 1 we dive into the disturbing and complex case of Kendall Francois — one of New York’s most notorious serial offenders.What makes this episode different is the firsthand perspective: Dr. Casey Jordan personally worked with Kendall during his time in custody, givin
Menendez Brothers: Motive, Evidence & Controversy
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of real criminal cases, including details that may be disturbing to some listeners.This week’s Side Bar dives into The Menendez brothers caseABOUT THE CASE:The Menendez brothers case involves the 1989 shotgun murders of wealthy Beverly Hills parents, José and Kitty Menendez, by their sons, Lyle and Erik. While the prosecution argued the motive was
Bryan Kohberger: Inside the Crime, the Investigation, and the Arrest
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of real criminal cases, including details that may be disturbing to some listeners.This week’s Side Bar dives into the case of the Idaho Murderer, Bryan Kohberger.ABOUT THE CASE:Bryan Kohberger, a former criminology PhD student, pleaded guilty in July 2025 to the brutal 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students — Kaylee Goncalves, Madison M
Part 2 | Dropping The Hammer: The Abused Wife and The Body In The Basement
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: Listener discretion is advised — this episode includes details that may be disturbing to some audiences.Part 2 of our deep dive into the Linda Bigazzi case continues as we uncover more details behind this shocking story.In this episode, we explore new evidence and dive deeper into the investigation. Hear exclusive insights from Linda’s criminal defense attorney, and catch m
Part 1 | Dropping The Hammer: The Abused Wife and The Body In The Basement
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: Listener discretion is advised — this episode includes details that may be disturbing to some audiences.In Part 1, we take a deep dive into the chilling case of Linda Bigazzi — the Connecticut professor accused of murdering her husband, Dr. Pierluigi Bigazzi.We explore the twists and unanswered questions surrounding the investigation, featuring exclusive clips from Dr. Case
Renowned Criminologist Analyzes the Documentary Everyone’s Obsessed With | Unknown Number
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of real criminal cases, including details that may be disturbing to some listeners.This week’s Side Bar dives into the Netflix Documentary everyone is talking about - Unknown Caller | The High School Catfish.ABOUT THE CASE:Unknown Number: The High School Catfish follows Michigan teen Lauryn Licari and her boyfriend Owen McKenny, who are relentlessl
Inside the Karen Read Trial | Cocktails, Crime & Controversy
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of real criminal cases, including details that may be disturbing to some listeners.This week’s Side Bar dives into the Karen Read trial, as the hosts break down the latest developments and debate the questions everyone’s asking. ABOUT THE CASE:In January 2022, her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe, was found dead in the snow outside a f
Part 2 | 13-Year-Old Killer, Heartbroken Mother: The Other Side of the Paris Bennett Case
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: This episode discusses severe topics including the murder of a child, psychopathy, and premeditated violence within a family. Listener discretion is strongly advised.In Part 2 of our deep dive into the Paris Bennett case, we shift the focus to Laura, the mother at the center of this complex story. Featuring exclusive clips from The Family I Had' documentary, this episod
He Planned The Murder At Age 13 | The Paris Bennett Case
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: This episode discusses severe topics including the murder of a child, psychopathy, and premeditated violence within a family. Listener discretion is strongly advised.In this Part 1 deep dive into one of the most disturbing cases of juvenile homicide, we analyze the chilling psychology of a boy who murdered his younger sister, Ella, at the age of 13. What drove him to such a
He Planned The Murder At Age 13 | The Paris Bennett Case
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: This episode discusses severe topics including the murder of a child, psychopathy, and premeditated violence within a family. Listener discretion is strongly advised.In this Part 1 deep dive into one of the most disturbing cases of juvenile homicide, we analyze the chilling psychology of a boy who murdered his younger sister, Jasmine, at the age of 13. What drove him to suc
He Planned The Murder At Age 13 | The Paris Bennett Case
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: This episode discusses severe topics including the murder of a child, psychopathy, and premeditated violence within a family. Listener discretion is strongly advised.In this Part 1 deep dive into one of the most disturbing cases of juvenile homicide, we analyze the chilling psychology of a boy who murdered his younger sister, Ella, at the age of 13. What drove him to such a
Part 2 | 13-Year-Old Killer, Heartbroken Mother: The Other Side of the Paris Bennett Case
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: This episode discusses severe topics including the murder of a child, psychopathy, and premeditated violence within a family. Listener discretion is strongly advised.In Part 2 of our deep dive into the Paris Bennett case, we shift the focus to Laura, the mother at the center of this complex story. Featuring exclusive clips from The Family I Had' documentary, this episod
He Planned The Murder At Age 13 | The Paris Bennett Case
⚠️ SENSITIVITY WARNING: This episode discusses severe topics including the murder of a child, psychopathy, and premeditated violence within a family. Listener discretion is strongly advised.In this Part 1 deep dive into one of the most disturbing cases of juvenile homicide, we analyze the chilling psychology of a boy who murdered his younger sister, Jasmine, at the age of 13. What drove him to suc
Season 1 NOW STREAMING
NEW EPISODE EVERY WEEK ! Criminal Appeal is a bold new true crime podcast hosted by Criminologist and Attorney Dr. Casey Jordan and Professor Dr. Colleen Butler-Sweet. Unlike other true crime shows, Criminal Appeal goes beyond retelling stories—it brings decades of real-world expertise directly to the mic. Dr. Jordan, a renowned criminologist and legal analyst with more than 3,000 media appearanc
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