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Comedian and actor Dane Cook joins Jen Fessler and Elisa Donovan to open up about the shocking betrayal at the center of his new documentary, Funny Money: The Dane Cook Story. After discovering his half-brother had stolen millions from him, Dane’s life, career and relationship with his family unraveled in ways he never saw coming. He reveals what the betrayal did to him personally, how he rebuilt his life after one of its darkest periods, and the lessons he learned the hard way about money and trust. Plus the surprising answer to whether he would ever sit down with him face-to-face.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Carter told her suicidal boyfriend Conrad Roy to go through with it and when he tried to back out, prosecutors said she told him to get back in the truck. The Girl From Plainville creator Patrick Macmanus takes Killer Thriller inside the explosive “texting suicide” case and reveals what he discovered in thousands of private messages about their complicated relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to… Tom Cruise is usually good at everything he does, but what did he manage to completely botch this week? Off Campus stars were busy this week; Belmont Cameli’s new Reebok ad, cringy or iconic? Ella Bright’s full circle moment with Taylor Swift had us smiling Why we are convinced Antonio Cipriano is the next big thing A hot take about Jenna Dewan and Val Chmerkovskiy on DWTS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elisa Donovan and Jenn Fessler react to the guilty verdict in the American Idol murder case and the stunning evidence that convinced a jury despite no recovered murder weapon, no gunshot-residue test and no blood on Caleb. Jenn says the more than 100,000 messages between Caleb and his mistress may have essentially become the prosecution’s “murder weapon.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Wayne Gacy buried victim after victim beneath his home until he ran out of room. 'Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy' showrunner Patrick Macmanus takes us inside Gacy's house into the crawl space where victims were buried and exposes the shocking failures that allowed the murders to continue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At its core, the podcast is about an age-gap friendship that feels both unexpected and completely natural. Two women at different points in life, bonded by shared chaos and girlhood in all its forms. Lisa, fifty-something, glamorous, and gloriously unfiltered, has lived through it all and has the stories (and hot takes) to prove it. Lexi, thirty and running her own shoe brand, grew up on reality TV and now navigates real life with equal parts ambition and humor. Together, they cover everything from dating and divorce to beauty maintenance and emotional survival, all through a comedic lens. It’s raw, funny, and a little too honest…the kind of conversation women actually want to have. Listen here and subscribe to Don't Lie To Me on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What started as a high school sociology project became a real cold-case investigation. Jennifer Fessler sits down with teacher Alex Campbell, whose students spent hundreds of hours digging through evidence, building timelines, challenging theories and chasing answers in the infamous Redhead Murders. Campbell shares what they uncovered, why he believes teenagers are an untapped resource for cold-case investigations, and how their work has now led to a new investigation into a 46-year-old suspicious death.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ted Kaczynski terrorized America for 17 years while eluding the FBI. But before he was the Unabomber, he was a 16-year-old Harvard prodigy subjected to controversial psychological experiments. Director Janus Metz joins Killer Thriller to reveal the disturbing story behind the new Netflix film and why Kaczynski’s warnings about technology feel eerily relevant in the age of AI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to… A West Wilson update no one asked for Why is Gen Z defending their iced coffee in a professional interview? A RHONY newbie walks in with a seriously juicy past Wedding planning woes with a bride to be. Channing Tatum, we see you. Just admit the burner account already?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lindsay Clancy case is far from over. Jenn Fessler and Elisa Donovan react to Patrick Clancy’s emotional 60 Minutes interview and the intense scrutiny he continues to face, including the question of why he felt he had to defend himself publicly. They then break down the shocking 11-1 jury split that ended in a mistrial, the lone holdout who refused to budge, and the big question now: will Lindsay face another trial? Plus, they examine the complicated debate over postpartum psychosis and criminal responsibility, discuss the changes to postpartum care already being proposed in Massachusetts, and look ahead to what could happen when the case returns to court on September 29th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenn Fessler is joined by A Killer Story director Matthew Galkin and executive producer Josh Levine to unpack the murder case with no clear answer. They reveal the twists that changed their view of the case, the amateur sleuths who gave up everything to prove Dana Chandler’s innocence, the alternative suspect, and the shocking decision that changed the third trial. Plus, why they wouldn’t have convicted Chandler and why, after six years investigating, they’re still not sure who killed Mike and Karen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After years of horrific abuse, Rickie Kananen admitted killing both his parents. Then he accused his sister Stacey of being responsible for the murders. Brendan Taylor joins Elisa to reveal the real Rickie behind "Monster in the Family" and the chillingly “normal” man he saw while watching the actual court footage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to…. We’re calling a red flag on the Dancing with the Star Premiere, do the ladies have an advantage? How are we supposed to root for the stars with dance experience, biggest improvement, maybe… maybe not? It’s officially the age of older shirtless men, so who bared it all the best, John Stamos or Tom Cruise? Chris Harrison’s new dating show is giving The Bachelor a run for its money. Superman actor David Corenswet is trading in his cape for a football uniform for his next film and we are here for it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Randy Roth knew exactly how to charm vulnerable women. Actor Colin Egglesfield explains how that charm could turn into something much darker. Colin joins Elisa to unravel the convicted killer’s web of love bombing, control and lies, the suspicious death of another wife and the chilling question of how Randy kept convincing women to trust him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Fessler sits down with filmmakers Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato to unpack HBO’s Murder in Glitterball City and the shocking murder of hairdresser and drag performer James “Jamie” Carroll. Jamie’s body was found buried beneath a Louisville home shared by former lovers Joey Banis and Jeffrey Mundt and both men blamed the other. The filmmakers reveal the disturbing evidence they uncovered, the questions that still linger and the surprising RuPaul’s Drag Race connection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A pregnant mom and her family are held at gunpoint for three terrifying days. And what really happened inside that house is even darker than the movie reveals. Terror Comes Knocking actor Ivan Lopez joins Elisa to talk about the shocking true crime, the desperate fight to survive, and the disturbing details that never made it to screen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to… A house disaster that almost derailed a Disneyland trip. A meant to be coupling with Ben Affleck you didn’t see coming. What’s got us shook about Jake Gyllenhaal’s new thriller. Is the new foldable iPhone too big? What is the proper concert video etiquette? Do you a live in the moment or film the whole thing? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five women. Five Hooters restaurants. Five shocking murders. Jennifer Fessler sits down with The Hooters Murders: Deadly Shift showrunner Kevin Brennecke to uncover the disturbing connections between the cases and the warning signs that may have been missed. From workplace vulnerabilities to questions of safety and accountability, the documentary explores what happened to these women and why some former Hooters employees are still afraid to speak publicly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She killed her three children. But was Lindsay Clancy capable of understanding that what she was doing was wrong? Elisa Donovan and Jennifer Fessler take on the case and find themselves struggling with the same question that has divided so many people: How much should severe mental illness change the way we judge an unthinkable crime?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to… The Valley cast shake up that we are actually ok with. Why we are bothered by The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Shannon and Tamr’s fight is making us laugh, and sneeze. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to… The new stars have been announced and we have some thoughts. Should stars with professional dance experience even be cast? Plus, our predictions on who will go home first and who will take home the Mirrorball?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Baker, who plays school security guard Tom Hose in Lifetime’s The Girl Locked Upstairs: The Tanya Kach Story, breaks down how Hose kept a teenage girl captive for years without locks or chains and why psychological control can be just as powerfulSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordyn Ashley Olson, who portrays Tanya Kach in The Girl Locked Upstairs, breaks down one of the most chilling parts of Tanya’s story: why she was the perfect target for a predator. At just 14, Tanya was isolated, vulnerable, and desperate for connection. Jordyn explains how a school security guard recognized those vulnerabilities and systematically exploited them until Tanya became dependent on the very man abusing her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you stumble upon a wedding, do you stop to watch or keep going? A viral video of a shirtless peeping tom at a hotel has us talking. Benny Blanco ate pizza for five days for every meal, could you do it? What has us Burnin Up for the Jonas Brothers? We are in for Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey’s new comedy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are we so obsessed with the lawyers behind true crime’s biggest cases? Elisa Donovan and Jennifer Fessler dive into our fascination with courtroom stars lie Johnny Cochran, Marcia Clark, and Camille Vasquez – and why Kevin Reddington has become a standout in the Lindsay Clancy trial. They break down how charisma, confidence and courtroom presence can turn lawyers into celebrities and even chang the way we see the people on trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Wall Street titan. A secret affair. A brutal murder inside a Hamptons mansion. Missing security footage. A millionaire murdered in his own home. More than 20 years later, people are still asking the same question: What really happened? Elisa Donovan and actor Shawn Christian unpack the twists, motives, and mysteries behind this infamous Hamptons case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eva LaRue is breaking her silence on the terrifying 12-year stalking ordeal she kept private for years and the shocking reality that her stalker is now out of prison and back in society. LaRue reveals the threats that left her living in constant fear, how the ordeal impacted her daughter Kaya, and why stalking victims can feel trapped even when no physical crime has occurred. Now, she is telling her story in My Nightmare Stalker: The Eva LaRue Story and revealing what finally made her ready to speak out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After immersing himself in the Night Stalker's life to prepare for his starring role, Lou Diamond Phillips put on a hoodie and prowled a neighborhood like Richard Ramirez . What happened next stopped the experiment in its tracks. Plus, Lou reveals the chilling truth about the killer that disturbed him most.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to… Is a wedding with three dresses and 14 bridesmaids too much? We are sat for Alix Earle’s new reality show… bring on the family drama! Is the End of Oak Street scarier than Jurassic Park? Why is everyone getting sick this summer? A Bachelor Nation star we think would be perfect on Dancing with the Stars this season! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone thinks they know the Sherri Papini case. Jaime King isn’t so sure. In a candid conversation with Elisa Donovan, Jaime opens up about questioning the headlines and her gut instinct to tell Sherri’s story.She also shares the words in the script she almost couldn’t say out loud and why she believes the truth may be more complicated than the public wants it to be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Filmmaker Josh Zeman joins Killer Thriller to revisit The Killing Season, the groundbreaking docuseries that took viewers inside the investigation into the Gilgo Beach murders years before a suspect was arrested. Josh opens up about the victims whose cases were overlooked, the failures and infighting that plagued the investigation, and what his team uncovered while following the trail of missing women and suspected serial killers along Long Island’s South Shore. He also reflects on the emotional toll of working alongside victims’ families and reveals a crucial clue his team discovered during the making of The Killing Season that he wishes they had pursued further.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Francine Hughes confessed to killing her husband, but millions of Americans still believed she was the victim. Richard Masur takes us inside the true story behind The Burning Bed, the landmark true story crime drama that changed the national conversation about domestic violence. Did the jury get it right?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to … Was the Netflix film The Last House inspired by COVID? Why is Brad Pitt revealing everything to Esquire? Remember To Catch a Predator? Now it has turned into a thriller starring Robert Pattinson and we have thoughts. The true meaning of our childhood fears and paranoia revealed. Real life run-ins with Michael Keaton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Filmmaker Joe Berlinger joins Killer Thriller Docu to go inside Netflix’s The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare and explain why he refused to rush one of America’s most closely watched murder cases. Joe discusses putting the victims, not the killer, at the center, the unanswered questions around the plea deal, and how online theories have changed the way we consume real-life tragedy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elisa Donovan and Jennifer Fessler examine two cases that captivated the nation: the Idaho murders and Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children. They explore the role of mental health, the responsibility of true crime storytellers, and why we’re drawn to stories that confront the darkest parts of the human experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Amish husband secretly living as "Amish Stud." Multiple affairs. A wife who never saw it coming. Kirsten Vangsness joins Elisa Donovan to explore the shocking true story behind Amish Stud, revealing how charm, loneliness, and manipulation can lead someone to do the unthinkable. Follow Kirsten on Instagram: @kirstenvangsnessSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to… See why Harry Styles is the coolest performer on stage. Breaking the fourth wall on a reality show.. is it cringey? Are they or aren’t they… two A list stars were spotted with matching rings on THAT finger. Men getting plastic surgery… needed or not needed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do people become killers? Criminal Minds star Kirsten Vangsness joins Elisa Donovan to explore the psychology behind violent crime, why understanding behavior matters more than simple labels, and what more than 20 years as Penelope Garcia taught her about the darkest parts of the human mind. Follow Kirsten on Instagram: @kirstenvangsnessSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Filmmaker Sophia Maddox joins Killer Thriller Docu to discuss "My Grandfather Charles Manson" and the shocking discovery that one of America's most infamous killers was her grandfather. Sophia shares how the revelation unraveled generations of family secrets, forever changed her relationship with her father, and inspired a deeply personal documentary about identity, generational trauma, healing, and breaking the cycle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When survival depends on outsmarting the person holding you captive, courage takes on an entirely different meaning. Elisa Donovan talks with Girl in the Coffin star Tahirah Sharif about the psychology of captivity, why victims adapt in ways outsiders often misunderstand, and what stories like these reveal about fear, resilience, and the incredible instinct to survive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to…. Josh Hartnett's terrifying new thriller has us staying out of the ocean. A 16 year old lifeguard is impressing us with his heroic save in Santa Cruz, does this make us excited to watch Baywatch? Arizona State University is making “influencing” an official major… Why does this make us feel cringey? We’ve got a hot take, Is Voicemails from Isabelle ending too cliche?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenn Fessler and Elisa Donovan revisit the infamous Pamela Smart case, unpacking the scandalous relationship with her 15-year-old student that set the stage for one of the most controversial murder convictions in modern American history. They unpack the latest developments and court hearing in Smart's decades-long fight for freedom, debate whether she received a fair trial, and ask the question that still divides people more than 35 years later: Did the punishment fit the crime?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.