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EPISODE · Nov 27, 2025 · 1H 31M

To Testify or Not: Did Donna Adelson's Defense Team Make the Right Decision?

from The Adelsons: STS Files · host Joel Waldman

The Donna Adelson defense strategy comes under intense scrutiny as legal experts debate whether the decision for Donna Adelson not to testify was the right move. In this episode, we break down the Donna Adelson defense strategy, exploring the risks and benefits of putting a defendant on the stand during such a high-profile trial. Listeners will hear how the Donna Adelson defense strategy may have shaped the jury’s perception, the prosecution’s response, and the overall direction of the case. Tune in to the STS podcast as we analyze courtroom tactics, legal reasoning, and the critical decisions that can determine the outcome of major trials. For fans of true crime news, this discussion connects the case to other real crime stories, powerful survivor stories, and even notable cold cases where defense strategy played a pivotal role. This episode offers a clear and concise breakdown of one of the most debated decisions in the Donna Adelson trial. Key Points: Why Donna Adelson chose not to testify Legal risks and advantages of that decision How the jury may interpret the defense strategy Expert analysis of trial tactics The potential impact on the final verdict  Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS episode, Host Joel Waldman and Tallahassee Attorneys dive into the chaotic day of testimony followed by Donna's big decision to not testify. Thanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation!  Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ... VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast Check out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/ Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLx Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Surviving the Survivor is the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime and is hosted by Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman. STS covers the biggest trending true crime cases along with breaking news. You can also find us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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