What Most Likely Happened: The Death of Kathleen Peterson (The Staircase)

In December 2001, novelist Michael Peterson called 911 to report that his wife, Kathleen, had fallen down the stairs in their North Carolina home. But what first appeared to be a tragic accident quickly turned into a murder investigation — and a courtroom battle that would span decades. In this episode, we cut through sensational theories, high-profile documentaries, and shocking twists to uncover what most likely happened on the night Kathleen Peterson died. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.