13th Juror Podcast

It was supposed to be the perfect start to spring break. Three teenage girls spent the evening at the movies before deciding to grab a late-night meal at McDonald's. As they laughed, filmed videos on their phones, and walked down a quiet back road in Cape Coral, they had no idea another group of teenagers was driving toward them.Within moments, everything changed.In this episode of 13th Juror, we unravel the events of that night, the investigation that followed, and the trial that asked one critical question: Who was responsible for pulling the trigger? From surveillance footage and digital evidence to two completely different versions of what happened on that dark road, this is the heartbreaking story behind Florida v. Thomas Stein.As always, I'll lay out the evidence so you can be the 13th Juror and decide for yourself.🎧 Follow 13th Juror Podcast on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.⭐ If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review.📱 Follow Brandi Churchwell and 13th Juror Podcast on social media for case updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming episode announcements.

The assassination of Charlie Kirk shocked the nation and ignited a firestorm of speculation unlike almost any recent criminal case. Within hours, surveillance footage spread across social media, conspiracy theories exploded, and millions of people began asking the same question: Did investigators arrest the right person?In this episode of 13th Juror, we break down the prosecution's evidence presented during Tyler Robinson's five-day preliminary hearing. From surveillance footage and forensic testing to text messages, DNA evidence, and the rifle recovered near the scene, we examine how prosecutors say they identified Robinson as the man who killed Charlie Kirk.We also take a closer look at the conspiracy theories that dominated the internet, the questions raised about the investigation, and what was actually presented under oath in court.Did prosecutors present enough evidence to move this case toward trial? And does the evidence answer the questions that have fueled months of online debate?As always, I'll lay out the evidence so you can be the 13th Juror and decide for yourself.🎧 Follow 13th Juror Podcast on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.⭐ If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review.📱 Follow Brandi Churchwell and 13th Juror Podcast on social media for case updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming episode announcements.

This week on Court Report, we’re breaking down some of the biggest courtroom headlines and legal developments from across the country.The Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing dominated the headlines this week, but with days of testimony, major evidence, and complicated legal arguments to unpack, that case deserves more than a quick update. A full episode covering the hearing will be released Saturday morning.In this episode:• Karmelo Anthony:  The defense is asking for his guilty verdict to be thrown out and wants the trial judge removed from the case. We'll break down why. • Andrea Shaw:  The anti-vaccine activist who blamed routine immunizations for the deaths of her twins is now facing murder charges herself. • The Ohio “House of Horrors” Case:  Sixteen children were discovered living in horrific conditions inside one home, and new details about the family's background raise even more questions. • Barry Morphew:  A major scheduling decision pushes the case back again, while prosecutors reveal new evidence they hope to present at trial. • New Mexico v. Isaac Apodaca:  A disturbing murder trial involving a sword, a love triangle, and a co-defendant who has agreed to testify is now underway. • Karen Read Civil Case:  New filings challenge a judge's handling of a high-profile civil dispute, but the latest ruling leaves plenty of unanswered questions. Whether you're following these cases closely or just trying to stay up to date, this episode covers the latest filings, hearings, verdicts, and courtroom developments you need to know.Thank you for listening to 13th Juror Podcast. If you're enjoying Court Report, be sure to follow the show so you never miss an episode, and leave a rating or review to help more jurors discover the podcast.Follow along on social media throughout the week for breaking case updates, and I'll see you next time for another Court Report.

Welcome back to Court Report, your weekly roundup of the biggest developments happening in the courts and the cases we're following.This week, we're breaking down: The guilty verdict in the Blaise Taylor murder trial and what jurors ultimately decided. A new motion filed by Courtney Clenney's defense over potential character evidence involving Christian Obumseli. The latest development in the Kouri Richins case after the judge recused himself from the proceedings. New filings and what's next in the Karen Read case. The latest hearing in Alex Murdaugh's upcoming retrial, including the newly scheduled trial date, the defense's request for advanced DNA testing, and what prosecutors had to say in response. The FBI's warning that several recently circulated ransom notes tied to high-profile investigations are fraudulent—and why investigators say misinformation like this can complicate active investigations. Whether you're following these cases closely or just trying to stay up to date, this episode covers the latest filings, hearings, verdicts, and courtroom developments you need to know.Thank you for listening to 13th Juror Podcast. If you're enjoying Court Report, be sure to follow the show so you never miss an episode, and leave a rating or review to help more jurors discover the podcast.Follow along on social media throughout the week for breaking case updates, and I'll see you next time for another Court Report.

A young expectant mother. A date night spent cooking dinner and painting canvases for her unborn daughter's nursery. Less than 24 hours later, she was in cardiac arrest, and both she and her unborn child would ultimately die.At first, it appeared to be a tragic medical emergency. Blaise Taylor told 911 dispatchers he believed Jade Benning was suffering from an allergic reaction. But as investigators began piecing together Jade's final hours, a very different story emerged—one involving a phone call to her best friend, toxicology results, and allegations that would ultimately lead to murder charges.In this episode of 13th Juror, we examine the relationship between Jade Benning and Blaise Taylor, the events leading up to that February night, the investigation that followed, and the evidence presented during the Tennessee murder trial. We also break down the prosecution's theory that Jade was intentionally poisoned, the defense's challenges to the investigation and forensic evidence, and the verdict that ultimately decided Blaise Taylor's fate.How do you prove a murder when there are no eyewitnesses? And when a case is built almost entirely on circumstantial evidence, what does it take to convince twelve jurors beyond a reasonable doubt?As always, we leave that decision where it belongs—with the jury.🎧 Follow 13th Juror Podcast on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.⭐ If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review.📱 Follow Brandi Churchwell and 13th Juror Podcast on social media for case updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming episode announcements.

Welcome to the very first episode of Court Report—a new weekly series from the 13th Juror Podcast.If you've been listening to 13th Juror for a while, you know our regular episodes take a deep dive into one case at a time. But every week, there are verdicts, arrests, indictments, trials, appeals, and major case developments that deserve attention too.That's where Court Report comes in.Each week, I'll bring you a quick roundup of the biggest courtroom headlines and true crime developments happening across the country, so you can stay up to date on the cases everyone is talking about.In this week's Court Report: George Pino is acquitted in the fatal Biscayne Bay boating case. A jury reaches a verdict in the Zarrius Hildabrand murder trial. New criminal charges are filed against Micah Smith in Utah. A double murder shocks my hometown of Walton County, Georgia. The Blaise Taylor murder trial gets underway in Nashville. Alex Murdaugh's attorneys make major new filings ahead of his retrial. New details emerge in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. Plus, we'll look ahead to what's next in the Luigi Mangione case. Whether you're here for the deep dives or just want to stay current on the latest courtroom developments, Court Report is your weekly companion to the 13th Juror Podcast.Follow the show so you never miss an episode, and I'll see you next week for another Court Report.

A confrontation at a high school track meet. A knife pulled in seconds. One teenager dead, another claiming he acted in self-defense.On April 2, 2025, 17-year-old Austin Metcalf was fatally stabbed during a dispute at a track meet in Frisco, Texas. Witnesses described a brief confrontation between Metcalf and fellow student Karmelo Anthony before the encounter turned deadly.What followed was a case that quickly became one of the most debated stories in the country. Supporters argued Anthony acted in self-defense after being confronted and feared for his safety. Others pointed to witness testimony and the circumstances surrounding the stabbing, arguing the evidence told a very different story.In this episode of 13th Juror, we examine the events leading up to the fatal encounter, the investigation, the evidence presented at trial, the self-defense claim, and the arguments made by both sides. We also explore the public reaction, the misinformation that spread online, and the jury's decision that ultimately determined Anthony's fate.How do jurors evaluate a self-defense claim? And when does a perceived threat justify the use of deadly force?As always, we leave that decision where it belongs—with the jury.🎧 Follow 13th Juror Podcast on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.⭐ If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review.📱 Follow Brandi Churchwell and 13th Juror Podcast on social media for case updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming episode announcements.

One year after her acquittal, Karen Read is back in court—this time as the plaintiff.In this special update episode, we break down the explosive civil lawsuit Karen Read has filed against the Massachusetts State Police and the Town of Canton. The complaint alleges misconduct, bias, and institutional failures that Read claims contributed to her prosecution in the death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe.We examine the text messages at the center of the lawsuit, the responses from law enforcement agencies, Karen Read's appearance on the Today Show, and the growing web of civil litigation surrounding the case—including the wrongful death lawsuit filed by O'Keefe's family and the ongoing legal battles involving witnesses from the criminal trial.What happens next, and what could discovery reveal?All allegations discussed in this episode are claims made in court filings and have not been proven in court.🎧 Follow 13th Juror Podcast on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.⭐️ If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review.📱 Follow Brandi Churchwell and 13th Juror Podcast on social media for case updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming episode announcements.

When a teenage girl disappeared from her Arkansas home in the middle of the night, her parents immediately feared she had been taken by the man accused of sexually abusing her. Months earlier, 67-year-old Michael Fosler had been arrested and charged with 43 felony counts involving a child. Despite the allegations, he was released on bond while awaiting trial. Then, on October 8, 2024, everything came to a head. What followed was a frantic search, a pursuit through rural Lonoke County, and a confrontation that left Fosler dead. Authorities charged Aaron Spencer with murder. Supporters rallied behind him, arguing he was a father trying to protect his child. Prosecutors alleged he crossed a line and took justice into his own hands.In this episode of 13th Juror, we examine the allegations against Fosler, the events leading up to that night, the evidence investigators uncovered, and the legal battle that followed. Where is the line between protection and vigilantism? And what happens when a family believes the justice system has failed them?Listen as we unravel one of Arkansas's most controversial cases.🎧 Follow 13th Juror Podcast on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.⭐️ If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review.📱 Follow Brandi Churchwell and 13th Juror Podcast on social media for case updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming episode announcements.

One year after her acquittal, Karen Read is back in court—this time as the plaintiff.In this special update episode, we break down the explosive civil lawsuit Karen Read has filed against the Massachusetts State Police and the Town of Canton. The complaint alleges misconduct, bias, and institutional failures that Read claims contributed to her prosecution in the death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe.We examine the text messages at the center of the lawsuit, the responses from law enforcement agencies, Karen Read's appearance on the Today Show, and the growing web of civil litigation surrounding the case—including the wrongful death lawsuit filed by O'Keefe's family and the ongoing legal battles involving witnesses from the criminal trial.What happens next, and what could discovery reveal?All allegations discussed in this episode are claims made in court filings and have not been proven in court.🎧 Follow 13th Juror Podcast on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.⭐ If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review.📱 Follow Brandi Churchwell and 13th Juror Podcast on social media for case updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming episode announcements.

When a teenage girl disappeared from her Arkansas home in the middle of the night, her parents immediately feared she had been taken by the man accused of sexually abusing her.Months earlier, 67-year-old Michael Fosler had been arrested and charged with 43 felony counts involving a child. Despite the allegations, he was released on bond while awaiting trial.Then, on October 8, 2024, everything came to a head.What followed was a frantic search, a pursuit through rural Lonoke County, and a confrontation that left Fosler dead.Authorities charged Aaron Spencer with murder. Supporters rallied behind him, arguing he was a father trying to protect his child. Prosecutors alleged he crossed a line and took justice into his own hands.In this episode of 13th Juror, we examine the allegations against Fosler, the events leading up to that night, the evidence investigators uncovered, and the legal battle that followed.Where is the line between protection and vigilantism? And what happens when a family believes the justice system has failed them?Listen as we unravel one of Arkansas's most controversial cases.🎧 Follow 13th Juror Podcast on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.⭐ If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review.📱 Follow Brandi Churchwell and 13th Juror Podcast on social media for case updates, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming episode announcements.

Everyone saw Jack Ruby pull the trigger. But what was happening inside his mind in the moments before he killed Lee Harvey Oswald? From claims of psychomotor epilepsy to suspicions of larger conspiracies, the defense attempts to explain one of the most shocking moments in American history.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

After President John F. Kennedy was assassinated, the world searched for answers until Jack Ruby stepped out of a crowded police basement and killed Lee Harvey Oswald on live television. Was he a grieving patriot overcome with emotion or a man who deliberately silenced the accused assassin before he could stand trial?13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Years after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh shocked the nation, the legal system is once again under the microscope. With allegations of outside influence and misconduct threatening the integrity of the verdict, the possibility of a retrial could change everything.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

The downfall of Alex Murdaugh shocked the nation when a powerful attorney from one of South Carolina’s most influential legal dynasties was accused of murdering his wife and son. Explore the prosecution’s theory, the defense’s fight for reasonable doubt, and the key moments that led jurors to a guilty verdict in one of the country’s most high-profile trials.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Go beyond the courtroom with exclusive interviews featuring Jamie Snow and a key advocate fighting for his release. As new evidence and overlooked details emerge, the curtain is pulled back on a conviction that may not be as solid as it once seemed.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

The case against Jamie Snow hinges on witness testimony, but what if those stories don’t hold up? With no DNA, no weapon, and conflicting testimonies, the question becomes: was this a conviction based on truth or on a carefully constructed narrative? The defense argues that when you strip away unreliable testimony, what’s left may not be enough to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Easter Sunday, 1991. Bill Little is found shot behind the counter of a Bloomington gas station, and the case stalls without physical evidence. Years later, prosecutors build their case against Jamie Snow through eyewitness accounts, statements, and reported conversations. Do those pieces form a clear picture or something harder to define?13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Aileen Wuornos takes the stand and delivers a chilling account that could change everything the jury thought they knew. As the defense challenges the prosecution’s narrative, disturbing allegations and emotional confessions blur the line between predator and survivor. In the end, the question remains: was this murder or a desperate fight to stay alive?13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Seven men are dead, their bodies scattered along Florida’s highways, and one woman stands at the center of it all. The prosecution paints Aileen Wuornos not as a victim but as a predator driven by greed and control. As their case unfolds, the line between self-defense and cold-blooded murder begins to blur in the most unsettling way.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

What happens when the verdict is read but the story is far from over? In this episode, we go beyond the jury box to uncover the evidence the jury never saw, the lawsuits that followed, and the revelations that continue to cast doubt on what really happened to Caylee Anthony. Years later, the questions remain, and the truth may be more complicated than anyone expected.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Just when the case seems clear, Casey Anthony's defense turns everything upside down with a version of events no one saw coming. Shocking claims, fractured family dynamics, and disputed evidence collide to cast doubt on what really happened. As the narrative unravels, the truth becomes harder to define—and the stakes couldn’t be higher.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Step inside the prosecution’s case against Casey Anthony. Examine the timeline, forensic evidence, and her web of lies presented to the jury. From the mysterious disappearance of her daughter Caylee, to chilling discoveries made close to the Anthony home, the State builds its argument for premeditated murder. But the question lingers: Was this a tragic accident—or a calculated choice for freedom?13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Robert Atrops called police repeatedly the night his wife disappeared. Prosecutors called his actions suspicious, but the defense says they were simply the moves of a worried husband. Add in evolving memories, flawed forensic interpretation, and a second man’s DNA found inside the victim, and this case becomes far more complicated than a simple narrative of guilt. But will the jury decide?13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

When 30-year-old Deborah Atrops was found strangled in the trunk of her car in 1988, suspicion quickly turned to her estranged husband, but the case went cold for more than three decades. Now, with new forensic soil analysis, advanced DNA testing, and long-questioned phone records, prosecutors believe they finally have the evidence to prove Robert Atrops committed murder.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

From explosive allegations to a headline-making verdict, now Amber Heard takes the stand and tells her story. One of power, fear, and what she says her life was like behind closed doors.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

What happens when a marriage implodes under the glare of worldwide fame and the fallout becomes a $50 million defamation battle? Hear Johnny Depp’s version of events, from volatile fights to the op-ed he claims ended his career.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

The prosecution called it a clear case of guilt. The defense called it a rush to judgment. Revisit the Scott Peterson trial through the defense’s lens, unpacking disputed evidence, alternative theories, and developments still unfolding years later.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

When Laci Peterson vanished on Christmas Eve 2002, a missing-person search quickly turned into one of the most infamous murder cases in modern history. Prosecutors laid out a case built on lies, timelines, and a secret life they say reveals motive and intent. This is the story the state believes proves Scott Peterson murdered Laci and their unborn son.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

The verdict may be final, but the unanswered questions are not. Brandi and Bob Motta (Defense Diaries) revisit the Delphi case through the lens of what jurors were barred from hearing, especially the third-party culprit evidence and the Odinism defense that never reached the trial. Decide for yourself what’s compelling… and what’s troubling.Thanks to Bob for joining us this week! Check out his podcasts, BURIED: Inside the John Wayne Gacy Investigation and Defense Diaries, wherever you get your podcasts.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Was Richard Allen really the man on the bridge, or did investigators lock onto a suspect while overlooking evidence that pointed elsewhere? In this episode, the defense exposes investigative failures, conflicting eyewitness accounts, and digital evidence that suggests someone else may have been handling Libby’s phone long after the murders."Bridge Guy" video courtesy of Libby German Snapchat13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

A cellphone video, a single unspent bullet, and a man who admits he was there. The prosecution says these pieces finally reveal the truth behind one of America’s most haunting unsolved murders. But do they prove guilt or just proximity? Dive into the prosecution's case against Richard Allen."Bridge Guy" video courtesy of Libby German Snapchat13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Did the jury get it right?That’s the key question Brandi Churchwell is breaking down as she dives into some of the most controversial trials each week on 13th Juror. Join Brandi and get an in-depth look at the stories crafted from both sides of the aisle. How will the prosecution and defense take the same evidence and spin it in their favor, and most importantly, who will be successful?When the gavel falls, the jury’s decision may be final—but the debate is far from over. Now it’s your turn to weigh the facts, question the evidence, and decide for yourself.13th Juror is an Audiochuck production hosted by Brandi ChurchwellFollow us @13thjurorpodcast on Instagram

Trials don’t always tell the whole story. In this bonus episode, we step outside the jury box with Travis Rudolph’s defense team to uncover hidden evidence, questionable police work, and bombshell details that never made it into court. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available through the National Domestic Violence Hotline by calling 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

A football star fighting for redemption suddenly finds himself fighting for his life. The defense claims this wasn’t vengeance—it was survival. Hear their version of events that could make you question everything you thought you knew.Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

One night, four unarmed men walked away from a fight—until Travis Rudolph opened fire. The prosecution’s case rests on one question: where does self-defense end and murder begin? Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

The defense tears into the state’s case against Leo Schofield, exposing timeline gaps, shaky eyewitness testimony, and a glaring forensic twist: fingerprints in Michelle’s Mazda that aren't Leo's. From a guilty verdict to a long fight for freedom and parole, this episode asks whether justice can survive when emotion outweighs evidence.Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

A neighbor’s sleepless night, a steam cleaner, and a father who says God led him to the body... Prosecutors say Leo Schofield’s rage boiled over, and they have the witnesses and evidence to prove it. Step into the jury box as the State lays out its case.If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available through the National Domestic Violence Hotline by calling 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

Decades after five Winston-Salem 5 were convicted of murdering Nathaniel Jones, new DNA testing, expert testimony, and a key witness’s recantation blow the case wide open. Follow the fight beyond the courtroom—through the Innocence Inquiry, a 2025 evidentiary hearing, stunning exonerations, and a jaw-dropping twist that leaves two men declared innocent still behind bars.Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

Five teens, six “confessions,” and a murder that shook Winston-Salem—what happens when the loudest evidence is fear? In this defense-side deep dive, we unpack hours of unrecorded interrogations, shifting stories, and forensic dead ends that challenge the case against the boys accused of killing Nathaniel Jones. Does the evidence prove guilt or coercion?Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

The brutal murder of Chris Paul's grandfather, Nathaniel Jones, shocked the town of Winston-Salem. Prosecutors say five teens set out for “easy money,” leaving a trail of confessions, a star witness, and a shoe print on a Lincoln’s hood. Step inside the courtroom as the State presents its version of the truth.Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

As the defense takes center stage, the Lizzie Borden trial twists into a battle of logic versus legend. Every piece of evidence is reexamined, every assumption dismantled. Was Lizzie a victim of circumstance—or the most misunderstood suspect in American history?Follow 13th Juror on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

The evidence seemed damning: a locked house, a vanished note, and a hatchet in the cellar. But could the prosecution really prove Lizzie Borden guilty beyond doubt? Step into the courtroom where America’s most notorious murder trial unfolded.Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

The verdict was only half the story. Uncover the evidence jurors never saw—sealed wiretaps, secret hearings, and the family fractures that shattered the Adelsons long before the trial began.Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

A mother’s meddling or a mastermind’s plot? In part two of Florida v. Donna Adelson, the defense paints her not as a killer but as an overbearing grandmother caught in a storm of extortion, suspicion, and family betrayal. Their version of events asks: is Donna truly guilty of murder—or simply guilty of caring too much?Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

A Harvard-trained law professor executed in his driveway. A bitter custody battle turned deadly. In part one of Florida v. Donna Adelson, prosecutors argue this doting grandmother wasn’t just meddling—she was the mastermind behind a murder-for-hire plot that shattered a family and shocked a community Follow us on social media!Instagram: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiNChurchwellTwitter: @13thJurorPod | @BrandiNChurchTikTok: @13thJurorPodcast | @BrandiChurchwell13th

Week 9—After 36 days, the second trial of Karen Read has come to an end, but what did the jury ultimately decide?It's one of the most polarizing cases in true crime history, and the 2nd trial is underway. A 16-year veteran of the Boston Police Department was left to die in one of the biggest blizzards in Massachusetts history. The prosecution has charged his girlfriend, 42-year-old Karen Read, with his murder, claiming she hit him with her car during a fight and left him to die in the cold. The defense says Read is being framed, set up to take the fall by one of the most powerful families in this Boston suburb—all to protect one of their own. There are discrepancies in statements, missing camera footage, and deep family ties to everyone from the lead investigator to the attorney general’s office to the judge. With every new piece of evidence, a new controversy arises. Please note: All content, including the presentation thereof, on this channel is the property of Brandi Churchwell Media, LLC, and protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, modify, create derivative works, or in any other way exploit any part of copyrighted material without the prior written permission from Brandi Churchwell Media, LLC. Visit our website at https://www.13thjurorpodcast.comTwitter:13th Juror: @13thJurorPodBrandi: @BrandiNChurchTikTok:Brandi: @BrandiChurchwell13th13th Juror: @13thJurorPodcast

Week 8—Cranky Hanky returns with a vengeance against Dr. Rentschler, and the defense rests their case!It's one of the most polarizing cases in true crime history, and the 2nd trial is underway. A 16-year veteran of the Boston Police Department was left to die in one of the biggest blizzards in Massachusetts history. The prosecution has charged his girlfriend, 42-year-old Karen Read, with his murder, claiming she hit him with her car during a fight and left him to die in the cold. The defense says Read is being framed, set up to take the fall by one of the most powerful families in this Boston suburb-—all to protect one of their own. There are discrepancies in statements, missing camera footage, and deep family ties to everyone from the lead investigator to the attorney general’s office to the judge. With every new piece of evidence, a new controversy arises. Please note: All content, including the presentation thereof, on this channel is the property of Brandi Churchwell Media, LLC, and protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, modify, create derivative works, or in any other way exploit any part of copyrighted material without the prior written permission from Brandi Churchwell Media, LLC. Visit our website at https://www.13thjurorpodcast.comTwitter:13th Juror: @13thJurorPodBrandi: @BrandiNChurchTikTok:Brandi: @BrandiChurchwell13th13th Juror: @13thJurorPodcast

Week 7: The defense begins their case, and fireworks erupt in the courtroom as one attorney demands a mistrial...It's one of the most polarizing cases in true crime history, and the 2nd trial is underway. A 16-year veteran of the Boston Police Department was left to die in one of the biggest blizzards in Massachusetts history. The prosecution has charged his girlfriend, 42-year-old Karen Read, with his murder, claiming she hit him with her car during a fight and left him to die in the cold. The defense says Read is being framed, set up to take the fall by one of the most powerful families in this Boston suburb-—all to protect one of their own. There are discrepancies in statements, missing camera footage, and deep family ties to everyone from the lead investigator to the attorney general’s office to the judge. With every new piece of evidence, a new controversy arises. Please note: All content, including the presentation thereof, on this channel is the property of Brandi Churchwell Media, LLC, and protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, modify, create derivative works, or in any other way exploit any part of copyrighted material without the prior written permission from Brandi Churchwell Media, LLC. Visit our website at https://www.13thjurorpodcast.comTwitter:13th Juror: @13thJurorPodBrandi: @BrandiNChurchTikTok:Brandi: @BrandiChurchwell13th13th Juror: @13thJurorPodcast

Week 6: The prosecution wraps up their case with Dr. Welcher, and I go down a Welcher rabbit hole...It's one of the most polarizing cases in true crime history, and the 2nd trial is underway. A 16-year veteran of the Boston Police Department was left to die in one of the biggest blizzards in Massachusetts history. Prosecution has charged his girlfriend, 42-year-old Karen Read, with his murder, claiming she hit him with her car during a fight and left him to die in the cold. The defense says Read is being framed, set up to take the fall by one of the most powerful families in this Boston suburb-—all to protect one of their own.There are discrepancies in statements, missing camera footage, and deep family ties to everyone from the lead investigator to the attorney general’s office to the judge. With every new piece of evidence, a new controversy arises.Please Note: All content, including the presentation thereof on this channel, is the property of Brandi Churchwell Media, LLC and protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, modify, create derivative works, or in any other way exploit any part of copyrighted material without the prior written permission from Brandi Churchwell Media, LLC.Visit our website at https://www.13thjurorpodcast.comTwitter:13th Juror: @13thJurorPodBrandi: @BrandiNChurchTikTok:Brandi: @BrandiChurchwell13th13th Juror: @13thJurorPodcast