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We're thrilled to share that Jamie Snow's case will be featured on ABC's Nightlineon Tuesday, June 3, 2025.This powerful national broadcast will shine a spotlight on the injustice that's kept Jamie in prison for nearly 25 years — a conviction based on recanted informant testimony, inconsistent eyewitness accounts, and no physical evidence.Jamie Snow's wrongful conviction will be featured on ABC's Nightline — Tuesday, June 3. The segment features powerful voices calling for justice:Jamie Snow, speaking out from prison in his own wordsJohn Grisham, author & justice advocateJason Flom, Wrongful Conviction podcastMarty Tankleff, exoneree, attorney & co creator of Making an Exonoree at GeorgetownMarc Howard, Georgetown professor & co creator of Making an Exonoree at GeorgetownKarl Leonard, Jamie's attorney, Exoneration ProjectNicole & Jessica Snow, Jamie's daughtersNow, with a Leave to Appeal for DNA testing pending before the Illinois Supreme Court, this Nightline feature comes at a critical moment.Please tune in — and continue sharing Jamie's story. The more people know, the harder it becomes to ignore.Airs Tuesday, June 3rd on:ABC NewsLive PRIME with Lindsey Davis @6 CST/7 ESTNightline @11:35 CST/12:35 ESTWatch with us live via Zoom @5:30 CST/6:30 ESTLearn more at FreeJamieSnow.comTogether, we're making noise — and demanding truth.Thank you for standing with Jamie.– The Snow Crew

Thank you to our good friends Karen Brookins (BringBrookinsHome.com) and Jennifer Lopez for their assistance in making this happen! We love you both so much!Donate to Jamie's Road to Freedom Billboard here!Making an Exoneree Resources...Making an Exoneree (MaE) websiteMaE @ Georgetown UniversityMaE Documentaries on YouTubeJohn Brookins websiteJohn Brookins MaE documentaryGeorgetown University Prisons and Justice InitiativeMarty Tankleff interview on Justice Impacted with Kristine Bunch podcastMaking an Exoneree Founder Websites...Marty Howard's websiteMarty Tankleff websiteLEARN about John Brookins fight for freedom...BringBrookinsHome.comMaking an Exoneree DocumentaryUnjust and Unsolved with Maggie Freleng, Episode 11SUPPORT John Brookins fight for freedom...Sign John's petitionDonations to aid in John Brookins legal and investigative expenses are as follows:Cash App: $justice4johnny PayPal: paypal.me/freejohnny526Any Wells Fargo bank, funds can be received under: “John Brookins Fund”JPAY Donations: John Brookins - PA DOC -BW7444, SCI Phoenix

It's always a great Saturday afternoon when we get to spend it with supporters. We've missed you so much! In this Snow & Tell Zoom discussion, Jamie gave an update on where he is on going through the 8000 documents, we talk about about last week's episode about Bo, and Barton McNeil's cousin Chris Ross joined in to give us an update on last week's hearing. We appreciate all of you more than you know. And don't forget, Peace and Justice for Jamie Snow think it, say it, write it every single day! Links to more info about Barton McNeil's case: FreeBart.org https://www.facebook.com/FreeBart (Free Bart on Facebook) https://www.wglt.org/suspect-convictions (Suspect Convictions Podcast) Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers

Snowfiles most recently released an episode on January 27, 2022. Just days later, Cohost Tam's son passed an untimely, sudden death. The team took three months off to grieve and support…but also to investigate. 28 year old Bo died while in police custody for a seat belt violation. He had a medical history and the outcome was devastating, but something was off. Tam's investigative spirit was ignited, and she dug into her son's case immediately. This episode presents all the evidence that was gathered during a mother's quest for the truth. Snowfiles will return to normal broadcasts presenting the wrongful conviction of Jamie Snow, on May 18, 2022. A few updates: Jamie recently received the 8000 documents in Stateville, and is still reviewing them. He has a status hearing on May 9th at 1:30 via Zoom. We don't expect much activity because the documents are still under review, but if you'd like to attend, please private message either me, Lesley or Bruce, and we will give you the information to log in. You may be familiar with the Barton McNeil case - also in McLean County, and also prosecuted by Charles Reynard and Teena Griffin for the murder of his 3 year old daughter. Bart has a big hearing in McLean County scheduled on May 12 at 1pm - so if you're in the local area, please attend! It's at the McLean County courthouse at 1:30, and it would be amazing if we could pack the courthouse! We will be covering that case in the upcoming season, and you can learn more about the Barton McNeil case at: freebart.org We miss you! We have a Snow & Tell Zoom scheduled TENTIVELY for Saturday May 14th at 4:30pm EST, and we'd love for you to join us to catch up, discuss case events, and talk about both Jamie and Bart's recent hearings. We may even be able to twist someone's arm from Bart's support camp to give us the lowdown on the hearing.

Jamie really enjoyed participating in this great ZOOM discussion Saturday afternoon with family and supporters. We talked about alternative suspects, Jamie's case updates, 8000 missing documents, and Ray - who will now forever be known as the FOIA sensei. We hope you enjoy our first Snow & Tell Zoom as much as we did and we want to thank everyone for joining us! We appreciate all of you more than you know. And don't forget, Peace and Justice for Jamie Snow think it, say it, write it every single day! Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Support this podcast

Join co-hosts Lesley, Tam and Ray as they discuss the alternative suspect, Maurice Johnson in depth. We go really deep in this discussion! And you can also meet our new Intern, Melinda! So exciting! In 1992, just 11 months after the murder of young Clark Gas Station attendant Bill Little, Kroger Station attendant Derek Brooks was shot in the chest during an armed robbery gone wrong, just 2.6 miles away. Like with Bill, the robber attempted to kill him with two shots to the chest, but the gun jammed. A petty sum of cash was stolen and the assailant fled in a maroon colored coupe, with a female get away driver. After being apprehended that same night, and identified with matching footprints and fingerprints, Maurice Johnson admitted to the crime, was charged with attempted murder and armed robbery, apologized to the victim, and was sentenced to twenty five years in prison. The same officers, detectives, and crime scene technicians worked both cases, and were key trial witnesses against Jamie Snow. They received a tip that Maurice Johnson admitted to the Clark Station robbery and murder. However, we cannot find any documents to suggest Maurice Johnson was ever investigated for Bill Little's murder. Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers The Stakeout: Christoffer Moe Ditlevson Support Documents http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/kroger-maurice-johnson.pdf (Kroger Case File) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/Qik-n-ez_maurice-johnson.pdf (Quik N EZ Case File) 1979 Pontiac Bonneville Pics http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790372-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790372-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790374-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790374-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790376-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790376-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg) Newspaper Articles/Maps: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/maurice-newspaper-articles-maps.pdf (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/maurice-newspaper-articles-maps.pdf) Support this podcast

In 1992, just 11 months after the murder of young Clark Gas Station attendant Bill Little, Kroger Station attendant Derek Brooks was shot in the chest during an armed robbery gone wrong, just 2.6 miles away. Like with Bill, the robber attempted to kill him with two shots to the chest, but the gun jammed. A petty sum of cash was stolen and the assailant fled in a maroon colored coupe, with a female get away driver. After being apprehended that same night, and identified with matching footprints and fingerprints, Maurice Johnson admitted to the crime, was charged with attempted murder and armed robbery, apologized to the victim, and was sentenced to twenty five years in prison. The same officers, detectives, and crime scene technicians worked both cases, and were key trial witnesses against Jamie Snow. They received a tip that Maurice Johnson admitted to the Clark Station robbery and murder. However, we cannot find any documents to suggest Maurice Johnson was ever investigated for Bill Little's murder. Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers The Stakeout: Christoffer Moe Ditlevson Support Documents http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/kroger-maurice-johnson.pdf (Kroger Case File) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/Qik-n-ez_maurice-johnson.pdf (Quik N EZ Case File) 1979 Pontiac Bonneville Pics http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790372-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790372-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790374-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790374-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790376-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790376-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg) Newspaper Articles/Maps: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/maurice-newspaper-articles-maps.pdf (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/maurice-newspaper-articles-maps.pdf) Support this podcast

It's all about the encore! Message from Jamie Snow and all of us at Snow Files Podcast! Thank you SO MUCH for your support - you are truly an amazing group! Music: credits: Auld Lang Syne - One Man Quartet Support this podcast

Jamie was blown away by his Christmas present this year. Six musicians from 6 completely different genres were commissioned to write, compose, and record a song about Jamie. The only information they received was information about Jamie and his case, and they were asked to write a song about whatever aspect or view point resonated with them - whether it was from Jamie's point of view, a supporter's point of view, his family - anything goes. And man, did they really step up to the plate! I can't begin to tell you how wonderful these artists were to work with on this project. They were so in tune, pardon the pun, with Jamie's plight, and our efforts to overturn his wrongful conviction. They were filled with hope for his release, and that has everything to do with you. I have no doubt they garnered material from his support network because the lyrics speak for themselves. Thank you for that. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do! You can see pictures of the artists who are not anonymous and read the lyrics on the episode page on SnowFiles.net. All of them are simply amazing. So - for best listening, slap on your headphones - and don't forget to let us know what you think! Lyrics and links to the individual MP3's in the show notes. Lyrics: Snowman (acoustic, soulful) by Anonymous [verse 1] Locked up It get colder every year And for what How the hell did we end up here? No evidence.. no lessons learnt No trial to clear a name Are we just playing a game In a world full of shame And as the snow began to fall I could hear the angels calling [chorus] you see truth will always win You'll be home once again Oh the winter snow Will always show there's hope And it's like gold. And time will tell So hold on, your pain is felt There won't be no rest We'll do our best To get you home, where you belong Once again. [verse 2] 22 long years Far too many tears It's hard to imagine the pain You feel each day And stay, and wait and Up, up all night It soon will be, be your time to To relinquish this pain And hold your name As a symbol of hope and As the snow begins to fall I can hear the angels calling [chorus] [bridge] Locked up, for nothing Justice is coming I said locked up, right here, for nothing Justice, it's here, it's coming [chorus] http://docs.snowfiles.net/jamie-songs/Snowman-Final-Acoustic.mp3 (http://docs.snowfiles.net/jamie-songs/Snowman-Final-Acoustic.mp3) ========= Lyrics: Justice Shine (pop/country/ukulele) by Kel I see a snowman outside that's what they call me inside of this awful place I did no mistake it's so hard to breathe without family although they're with me with their hearts baby [chorus] Yes I know that I'll hear something good it will happen this time Now is the time And I know that I have you now is the time now is the time bright oh justice shine! And deep down I know I am not alone though it's 22 that i've been without you I'll freeze my hands someday cause i'll finally feel the snowman's frost with my fingertips [chorus] I need your strength yes i feel that you are with me what is next? i want to be free Yes I know that I'll hear something good it will happen this time Now is the time And I know that I have you now is the time now is the time bright oh justice bright oh justice shine! http://docs.snowfiles.net/jamie-songs/Justice-Shine-Final-ukelele.mp3 (http://docs.snowfiles.net/jamie-songs/Justice-Shine-Final-ukelele.mp3) ========= Lyrics: Pray for Snow (Rap) by Anonymous Pray for snow Pray for snow Pray for snow Pray for snow They sayin he did it he's sayin he didn't before you pass judgement let me tell you the story behind the sentence Of a dear friend serving life without parole It could be one of many but this time the name is Jamie Snow Locked up for a murder in a place Support this podcast

Join co-hosts Bruce, Lesley, Tam and Ray as they discuss the "Jeff's" in depth. An extra long episode for you listening pleasure. We also start with Bruce and Ray's thoughts on the Bible Story episode because they were unable to join us on the pop up episode. Lot's of interesting theories and laughs in this one! In August of 1991, just five months after the murder of young gas station attendant Bill Little, a string of other gas station robberies plagued Bloomington. Jeff Miller and Jeff Durbin colluded to rob gas stations together with a gun, for petty sums of cash. Durbin was the getaway driver, and planned to use doctored cab driver's log sheets to evade detection. Miller chose an Adam's Family Halloween mask. Regardless, Miller was identified by people who knew him when he behaved erratically after the last robbery, and the two eventually confessed, being sentenced to 38 years behind bars between the two. These known, convicted, and self-admitted robbers were never seriously investigated for the strikingly similar robbery and murder of Bill Little. Listen to hear how they avoided prosecution for Jamie's case, and the ominous remarks made by one of them, after coming face to face with Jamie, post conviction. Music: Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ (https://www.epidemicsound.com/) Ghosts Everywhere, Experia YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music) Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers The Lone Woodlouse - Rachel K. Collier Support Documents: Leads http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP42-Big-Jeff-Little-Jeff/PR_111291DurbinandLeadSheet061593_Redacted.pdf (11-12-91: Police report, Jeff Miller's wife; 06-15-93; Crime Stoppers tip - Jeff Durbin) Newspaper Articles http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP42-Big-Jeff-Little-Jeff/02-05-91_News-Twin-City-Man-Cab-License.png (Twin City Man Restarts Effort for Cab License) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP42-Big-Jeff-Little-Jeff/05-30-91_Mobile-Home-Fire.png (Mobile Home Destroyed in Fire) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP42-Big-Jeff-Little-Jeff/mobile-home-fire-probe.png (Mobile Home Fire Probe) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP42-Big-Jeff-Little-Jeff/DurbinMillerArticles.pdf (Durbin-Miller Articles) Support this podcast

In August of 1991, just five months after the murder of young gas station attendant Bill Little, a string of other gas station robberies plagued Bloomington. Jeff Miller and Jeff Durbin colluded to rob gas stations together with a gun, for petty sums of cash. Durbin was the getaway driver, and planned to use doctored cab driver's log sheets to evade detection. Miller chose an Adam's Family Halloween mask. Regardless, Miller was identified by people who knew him when he behaved erratically after the last robbery, and the two eventually confessed, being sentenced to 38 years behind bars between the two. These known, convicted, and self-admitted robbers were never seriously investigated for the strikingly similar robbery and murder of Bill Little. Listen to hear how they avoided prosecution for Jamie's case, and the ominous remarks made by one of them, after coming face to face with Jamie, post conviction. Support this podcast

A pop up podcast about a miraculous discovery by one of Jamie's best friends over two decades after the crime . Is it coincidence? Serendipity? We want to know what you think! Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music) Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Sunday Morning Sermon, Duke Herrington Support this podcast

Bruce, Tam and Lesley discuss alternative suspect Isaac "Ike" Gaston. Isaac “Ike” Gaston was a dead ringer for Gutierrez's composite, and he lived within a mile of the crime. He also had a long criminal history spanning some 40 years which included violence - such as assault, burglary, robbery, and sexual misconduct with a minor. Even while Gaston was awaiting sentencing for another charge in county jail, he assaulted four correctional officers in a vile way. 10 years ago, we only had Isaac's picture, and no other information. But thanks to a few social media leads, we learned his name and later discovered his identity, and subsequent police reports related to tips for Gaston. As for how he was cleared of the murder, that's anyone's guess. Tune in to Season 3 of Snow Files when we explore alternative suspects that were never revealed at the trial. Music Credits: Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ (https://www.epidemicsound.com/) Ghosts Everywhere, Experia YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music) Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers The Lone Woodlouse - Rachel K. Collier Support Documents Leads: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-25-A.pdf (25-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-27-A.pdf (27-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-29-A.pdf (29-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-34-A.pdf (34-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-107-A.pdf (107-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-160-A.pdf (160-A) Newspaper Articles: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/Newspaper-Gaston-1973-1994.pdf (Pantagraph 1973-1994) Graphics: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/Graphics.pdf (Route from N. and S. Roosevelt to Clark Oil & Gutierrez Composite Compared to Gaston (1989)) Support this podcast

Isaac “Ike” Gaston was a dead ringer for Gutierrez's composite, and he lived within a mile of the crime. He also had a long criminal history spanning some 40 years which included violence - such as assault, burglary, robbery, and sexual misconduct with a minor. Even while Gaston was awaiting sentencing for another charge in county jail, he assaulted four correctional officers in a vile way. 10 years ago, we only had Isaac's picture, and no other information. But thanks to a few social media leads, we learned his name and later discovered his identity, and subsequent police reports related to tips for Gaston. As for how he was cleared of the murder, that's anyone's guess. Tune in to Season 3 of Snow Files when we explore alternative suspects that were never revealed at the trial. Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music) Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Displaced, Robert Ruth Support Documents Leads: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-25-A.pdf (25-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-27-A.pdf (27-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-29-A.pdf (29-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-34-A.pdf (34-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-107-A.pdf (107-A) http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/L-160-A.pdf (160-A) Newspaper Articles: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/Newspaper-Gaston-1973-1994.pdf (Pantagraph 1973-1994) Graphics: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP40-The-Twin-Blue-Line/Graphics.pdf (Route from N. and S. Roosevelt to Clark Oil & Gutierrez Composite Compared to Gaston (1989)) Support this podcast

In this final season of Snow Files, we present alternative suspects, hearings on motions that were not previously discussed, and others who were wrongfully convicted in McLean County by the same state's attorney's office. Support this podcast

Join Bruce, Tam and Lesley as they hammer Ray with questions about guns, ballistics testing, and the police reports that have been discovered since trial. Music Credits: Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ (https://www.epidemicsound.com/) Ghosts Everywhere, Experia Chig, Oomiee YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music) Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers The Lone Woodlouse - Rachel K. Collier Related Documents: Ballistics Examinations: 04-03-91 http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/04-03-91_ISP-Bullet-Exam-Worksheets.pdf (Preliminary Exam - *Nose portion has unusual appearance) 04-17-91 http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/4-17-91_Bullet-Exam-ID_BPD20.pdf (Bullet Exam, Identification/Characteristics) 04-30-91 http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/4-30-91_Print-Comparison_BBGun_BPD20.pdf (Print Comparison - BB Gun) 09-16-91 http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/09-16-91_Print-Comparison_H-R_BPD20.pdf (Print Comparison - Harrington and Richardson) 10-23-91 http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/10-23-91-Ballistics-Comparison_H-R_BPD20.pdf (Ballistics Comparison - Harrington & Richardson) 11-08-91 http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/11-8-91_Ballistics-Comparison_Ruger_BPD20.pdf (Ballistics Comparison - Rugar) 04-28-92 http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/04-28-92_CAN_originalpolicereport.pdf (Canadian Police Report) 1994 Rhino Bullets News http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/rhino-bullets-news-clippings.mp4 (Clippings (Full Clipping - Multiple Stories)) Court Filings 03-09-11 http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/03-09-11_CIRCUIT_EP_MotionForBallisticsTesting.pdf (Motion for Ballistics Testing) 05-24-13 http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S2-EP39-Its-Shot-Rocket-Science/05-14-13_mot.DNA_redacted.pdf (Motion for DNA Testing) Support this podcast

This special bonus episode features Joseph Dole and addresses the urgent matter of Illinois legislation seeking parole for anyone who has served at least 20 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Joe is currently also serving a life without parole sentence in Stateville, and is the co-founder of http://www.ParoleIllinois.org (Parole Illinois). His message outlines the issue in a cohesive way, and also offers way you can help. These urgent bills before the Illinois House - hb 2399 and Senate - SB 2333, if passed, could qualify Jamie for parole almost immediately. So please, we are asking you to take a few minutes and listen to Joe's message. At the end, he outlines ways to get involved. You can also visit http://www.ParoleIllinois.org (paroleillinois.org) to engage and volunteer. On the website you can also learn more about the press conference and rally that will be held Wednesday, October 20th in Springfield at the capitol. We really appreciate your taking the time to listen, please share this important message! Parole Illinois Website: http://www.ParoleIllinois.org (http://www.ParoleIllinois.org) Parole Illinois Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParoleIllinois (https://www.facebook.com/ParoleIllinois) Parole Illinois Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParoleIllinois (https://twitter.com/ParoleIllinois) Parole Illinois Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paroleillinois/ (https://www.instagram.com/paroleillinois/) Music: Better Than This by Cody Decker https://www.epidemicsound.com/ (https://www.epidemicsound.com/) Support this podcast

There were only two items that we know for certain left by the killer of Bill Little – and that's the two bullets recovered from his body. Jamie's attorneys filed the first ballistics motion over 10 years ago, and yet he's still fighting for testing. In this episode, we review a case very similar to Jamie's in which bullets retrieved from a victim were matched to a weapon as early as 1997. We explore the characteristics of bullets used in forensics to identify related ballistic evidence and reveal out of state and international inquires made by detectives. Why has the McLean County State's attorney spent thousands of dollars in the past 10 years fighting testing – when the Exoneration Project has been willing to pay for all of it? Support this podcast

Lesley and Tam had a great time discussing Jamie's case with Meme on https://astringofthingz.podbean.com/ (A String of Thingz)! The immediate reaction of telling Jamie's story is always interesting, but especially with the insight of Meme and Ms. Adams! Let us know what you think! We love, love, love these ladies! Visit A String of Thingz https://astringofthingz.podbean.com/ (https://astringofthingz.podbean.com/) PoPo Report: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Cjuj4KLcok5eQBTiRTm1d (https://open.spotify.com/show/4Cjuj4KLcok5eQBTiRTm1d) Free Barton McNeil: http://www.FreeBart.org (FreeBart.org) - Join us October 5th @ 7pm for the viewing and panel discussion of the 2-Hour Special Episode of SNAPPED on the Oxygen Channel https://www.facebook.com/events/816143189057313/ (https://www.facebook.com/events/816143189057313/) Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music) Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ (https://www.epidemicsound.com/) Followed by the Dancer, Alexandra Woodward Support this podcast

On September 8, 2021, the Honorable Ramon Escapa, in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit County of McLean County, ruled in favor of Jamie Snow, for the first time in 22 years. Jamie's lawyers from the Exonoration Project argued fervently, that the contents of 8000 missing discovery documents would weigh heavily upon his proof of innocence, and that by law, his defense is entitled to them. Judge Escapa presented a four prong litmus test to determine if he should grant the motion, including the scope of the request, length of time since conviction, the burden on the state, and availability of the documents from other sources. He issued a fair and just ruling with Jamie's family and supporters present. Listen in to hear how this is the beginning of the end for Jamie's wrongful conviction and incarceration. Related Case Documents: Discovery: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/court-filings/08-03-21_FS_Motion-for-Discovery_Redacted.pdf (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/court-filings/08-03-21_FS_Motion-for-Discovery_Redacted.pdf) State's response to the motion for discovery: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-13-21_State-Response-to-Discovery-Motion.pdf (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-13-21_State-Response-to-Discovery-Motion.pdf) Lauren's response to the state's response for the motion for discovery: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-23-21_PetitionerReply-Discovery.pdf (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-23-21_PetitionerReply-Discovery.pdf) Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music) Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ (https://www.epidemicsound.com/) Followed by the Dancer, Alexandra Woodward Support this podcast

Wow! In five short pages, Jamie Snow's new attorney, Lauren Myerscough-Mueller, lays out every single reason why not only Jamie, but also she - as Jamie's attorney - should get a copy of the discovery. Every legal advocate could learn a thing or two from Lauren's response to the state concerning Jamie's motion for discovery. Remember, neither he, nor she, has EVER seen these documents. She get's it, and as his attorney, she fights for it. You can read her response to the State's response here: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-23-21_PetitionerReply-Discovery.pdf (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-23-21_PetitionerReply-Discovery.pdf) Support this podcast

McLean County turned over less than 900 pages before the trial, and again in 2007 when Jamie went pro se. Now we know there are nearly 8000 pages that have never been turned over to Jamie. Yet, the state continues to fight against Jamie and his attorneys having access to the very documents that the state has had access to all along. Join us as we discuss the state's response to the motion for discovery that will be argued on September 8th. Read the state's response: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-13-21_State-Response-to-Discovery-Motion.pdf (http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-13-21_State-Response-to-Discovery-Motion.pdf) Please join us at the McLean County Law & Justice Center in Bloomington, Illinois on September 8th at 1:30 to show support for Jamie's new attorney from the Exoneration Project, Lauren Myercough-Mueller, as well as for Jamie and his family. https://www.facebook.com/events/255184552723871 (Join our Facebook Event page for updates.) Support this podcast

Andy, a juror from Susan Claycomb's trial, joins Tam and Ray for an in-depth interview about deliberations from her trial. Jamie's co-defendant, Susan Claycomb was found not guilty at her trial, which was held first, and 90% of the trial was focused on evidence against Jamie. They had to find Jamie guilty of murder in order to find Susan guilty of being the driver. Andy takes us behind the scenes of deliberations in Susan's trial. What evidence was Susan's jury focused on? Were there any sticking points? Andy also revealed they were questioned after the verdict by States Attorney Charles Reynard and Teena Griffin. What did they ask the jurors and why does it matter? You may be surprised at the effect the juror's answers to these questions had on Jamie's trial. You'll learn all this and much more in this eye-opening interview. Please join us at the McLean County Law & Justice Center in Bloomington, Illinois on September 8th at 1:30 Central time to show support for Jamie's new attorney from the Exoneration Project, Lauren Myercough-Mueller, as well as for Jamie and his family. Keep up with updates on the Facebook Event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/255184552723871/ (https://www.facebook.com/events/255184552723871/) Support this podcast

During trial, Jamie was saddled with an attorney who had suffered a stroke, and his co-counsel who was apparently preparing for Jamie's case at the local bar. In 2007 Jamie stood alone, once again, as he struggled with another appointed attorney who refused to raise issues that Jamie felt were critical to his defense. In Episode 33, we analyze the issues that led to the recent motion for discovery that will be held at the McLean County Law & Justice Center on September 8th at 1:30pm. We'll take a deep dive into the hearing the 2007 hearing when Jamie went pro se, and was granted discovery. We'll also go through the items that were withheld from Jamie that are claimed in the motion filed by the Exoneration Project. Please join us at the McLean County Law & Justice Center in Bloomington, Illinois on September 8th at 1:30 to show support for Jamie's new attorney from the Exoneration Project, Lauren Myerscough-Mueller, as well as for Jamie and his family. Support this podcast

In 2011, supporters of Jamie Snow's innocence unknowingly embarked on what would turn out to be a 10 year fight with the Bloomington Police Department for Jamie Snow's case file, ultimately resulting a law suit against the City of Bloomington. In this episode, we correlate the long fight to get the information that was withheld from Jamie prior to trial with the recent motion for discovery. It serves as a background of what led up to the quest for the missing documents and also includes a rewind of Season 1, Episode 20 - The Truth Never Changes - an extra long episode, but very relevant to the upcoming arguments. This episode also is a prelude to the next episode, which will focus on the motion for discovery and the hearing to be held on September 8, 2021, 1:30pm at the McLean County Justice Center. Music Credits YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Dreamlike, Kevin MacLeod 01/15/2001: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/12-15-01_ClosingArgs.pdf (Closing Arguments) Support this podcast

Patrick Pursley was convicted in 1994 of murder in Rockford, Illinois. He fought for 27 years behind the walls of Stateville to prove his innocence. He knew the linchpin in his case was the bullets retrieved from the crime scene. He also knew he didn't commit the murder, so without a doubt the gun retrieved from his girlfriend's home did not match the bullets and casings retrieved from the crime scene, even though Illinois State Police ballistics technician, Daniel Gunnell, testified definitively at trial that the gun was the weapon used in the crime “to the exclusion of all others.” Patrick went on to successfully initiate adding ballistics testing in the Illinois Post Conviction Act – which eventually led to his release. Join us for a fascinating interview with Patrick Pursley as he navigates us through his first trial, post-conviction efforts, and eventual exoneration after nearly three decades of fighting for his innocence behind bars. Support this podcast

Some straight talk and Jamie's thoughts on the last hearing… Support this podcast

Join Bruce, Tam, Lesley and Ray as they vigorously unpack the glaring issues surrounding the fingerprint evidence from Episode 30 - The Truth is at Our Fingertips Support this podcast

Crimes, even cold cases, are solved every day with fingerprint matching technology. Multiple fingerprints were collected as evidence from the Clark Oil Station on the night of the crime, but only one print was suitable for the FBI Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) in 1991. When testing was requested in 2008, McLean County State's Attorney Bill Workman stated in court that “fingerprints” from the crime scene have been running in AFIS since 1991, but according to the documents, that doesn't appear to be the case. Can the prints be run through IAFIS now? Can DNA technologies play a role in exonerating Jamie? And why does McLean County continue to resist testing of evidence they themselves collected from the crime scene? Support this podcast

Questions, answers and discussion from Episode 29 - Bad Blood Support this podcast

In 2008, the Exoneration Project filed a motion for DNA testing of the blood, clothes, bullets, and fingerprints gathered at the crime scene in 1991. That was finally whittled down to an agreement to test the blood sample that was collected from the floor. And that sample, incredibly, turned out to match the victim's blood. We know from reports from the first officer on the scene, the paramedics, and the medical examiner that Bill Little did not bleed out, and had no lacerations or open wounds on his body at the time of his death. In this episode we explore the blood sample collected from the floor - Exhibit #2 - and its transformation into Exhibit #2A. What happened to the original blood sample, and how could it have matched the victim if he had no lacerations on his body? Support this podcast

As we continue to chip away at the upcoming blood trail episode, we hope you'll enjoy this Snow Files Rewind from Season 1. It's a great introduction - especially for our new listeners - to Jamie's trouble with his trial attorneys. Episode 4 – Nobody Bat's a Thousand - outlines the issues with Jamie's appointed trial counsel – a stroke patient and a mentally ill alcoholic who went to prison after Jamie's trial for bilking an elderly client of her life savings. We'll be back next Wednesday with a brand new episode – Bad Blood - where we'll continue with our forensic exploration by taking an in-depth look into the issues surrounding the blood evidence. You will find yourself asking, once again, why not test the DNA? But for now, meet Pat Riley and Frank Picl...through Jamie's eyes. Jamie's trial lasted nine days and the jury deliberated for two days. They heard forty-three states witnesses and fifteen defense witnesses. They heard Jamie's attorneys hassle witnesses. But what they didn't hear was even more important. They didn't hear critical questions or objections to key witness testimony, recorded police radio calls or interviews, or any evidence or investigation that directly discredited witnesses. They also didn't hear Jamie's constant letters to the judge, begging McClean county for relief from his broken-down legal team. Jamie's pair of lawyers were a stroke patient and a mentally ill alcoholic, who berated him throughout the trial, and tried to abandon him right before sentencing. This fourth episode of Snow Files shows no mercy to Jamie, by even his own court appointed attorneys. Support this podcast

Questions, answers and discussion from Episode 27 - Did Bill Little Fight Back? Support this podcast

Before Bill Little's untimely death on March 31, 1991, he told his family and friends he would confront someone who tried to rob him until he saw a gun. The night of the crime, he tried to insist his friends stay at the store with him, and even called to ask them to return. Minutes prior to his murder, he pressed the no sale button three times, and someone rang the silent alarm. Bill was found lying behind the register, with the money gone, and signs of a struggle left behind. Police would dig into Bill's past, to uncover any conflicts he had during his short life. 600 tips were collected, but only Jamie Snow, a stranger to Bill, was seriously investigated. Can the physical evidence left at the scene of the crime indicate what really happened thirty years ago? Support this podcast

Questions, answers and discussion from Episode 26 - Rage Against the Crime Scene. Episode 26 Case Documents and Graphics Support this podcast

After Officer Williams turned the crime scene over to Sgt Irvin, Crime Scene Investigator in training Randall McKinley was the first CST to arrive, followed by CST Ed Kallal from the Illinois State Police. In this episode, we methodically walk you through their steps from arriving on the scene on March 31st, 1991 to receipting all of the evidence on April 3rd, 1991. This episode covers their observations, reports, and all items of “evidential value” collected. We will also discuss the autopsy in more detail, the state of the body and additional wounds on the victim. And although this evidence was collected - and deemed “of evidential value” – the State of Illinois still refuses to test these items. Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Khreshchatk Support this podcast

Questions, answers and discussion from Episode 25 - Body of No Evidence.

On the night of March 31, 1991, Bill Little was murdered at the Clark Gas Station on Empire Street in Bloomington, IL. Immediately, Bloomington police secured the scene, examined the victim’s body, and collected physical evidence. Shoeprints, fingerprints, and blood type all excluded Jamie Snow. Jamie Snow was ultimately convicted of the murder in 2001, based solely on faulty eyewitness and jailhouse snitch testimony. This episode covers forensic evidence from the victim’s body that should be retested with modern day technology, and explores evidence from the victim’s body that was never tested. The State of Illinois continues to fight any additional forensics testing to this day. Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Dark Toys: SYBS

In Season 1, we learned that Jamie Snow was convicted based on the faulty witness identification and jailhouse informants with no corroboration - and although physical evidence was obtained from the crime scene, it has yet to be tested. Snow Files Season 2 features a deep dive into the forensics in the Jamie Snow case. We will examine police reports, coroner reports, and evidence logs to flesh out what forensic evidence is available for testing. And we'll explore the crime scene from a forensic perspective. What physical evidence was gathered? How was it secured? What evidence is viable for testing? Please join us as we work through the body of physical evidence and forensics technologies. You'll be left wondering, as we do, Why not test the DNA? Snow Files Season 2 debuts on Wednesday, May 12. Visit SnowFiles.net for updates, to listen and view case documents and photos, and to join our social media sites. Snow Files is a Snowman Network Production.

In our Season 1 Finale, contestants Jamie, Tam, and Lesley play a trivia game moderated by Bruce, to test our memory of who said what, and how they affected Jamie’s case. We run down the crime scene witnesses, lawyers, informants and guests we have discussed in episodes 14 – 23. Listen in to see if you could convict someone of murder based off your own memory, and join us for Season 2 in May when we will take a deep dive into the forensics, new evidence and legal pleadings. Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers The Inner Sound, Jesse Gallagher Sound Effects from: Freesound.org: Creepy Organ Sound by Aeonemi  You Lie by Reitanna Clear Throat S'cuse Me by Reitanna  Goodbye by 1475061 Saying WTF by Magic-Cap YOU GO GIRL by sandyrb

Former small-town Quincy, Illinois prosecutor, Curt Lovelace, was arrested in 2013 for the murder of his deceased wife. Cory Lovelace had passed away in her bed eight years before, until a cold case detective with seemingly ulterior motives reviewed the case. Curt’s bond was set at $5 million, and he would spend two years in jail enduring two trials. At the time of Curt's arrest, he had recently remarried to Christine, his high school homecoming date who he had reconnected with years later on social media. Christine and Curt would celebrate their first and second anniversaries while he was in jail awaiting trial. This is the incredible tale of Curt and Christine’s love story in their own words - the struggle to protect their children during that tumultuous time, clashes with the media, the fight for the truth, their battle to exonerate Curt, and how they turned into remarkable advocates for the wrongfully convicted. To date, Curt and Christine have freed one wrongfully convicted client and have had three acquittals through the Lovelace Center for Criminal Defense. Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Ocean Beach - Dan Lebowitz

On February 17, 2021, Democratic Representative Anne Stava-Murray of the 81st District read and filed a bill to the Illinois General Assembly to amend statues governing the eligibility for parole or release. As drafted, bill HB2399, “Provides that a person serving a term of natural life imprisonment is eligible for parole or mandatory supervised release.” If passed, Jamie would be eligible for a parole hearing in less than four years. Listen now to hear Jamie’s reaction and what this means for his case. Proposed Bill HB2399 Related Episodes: EP 22, Part 1: Jamie's Sentencing - I Got Life EP 22, Part 2: Jamie’s Sentencing – We Got Life Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.netor call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net  

In part one of Episode 22, Jamie explained how losing a parent at a young age can impact a child’s self-perception and greatly affect their coming of age moments. But what happens to a child when the state takes a parent untimely by our own criminal justice system? What if that conviction is faulty? What are the costs to that child and their coming of age? Hear Jamie’s children answer these questions firsthand in part two of this emotional episode of Snow Files. You'll also hear from Christine Lovelace, featured in upcoming episode 23, who was also faced with the possibility of her husband being locked up for years, and their children being left behind by the system. Related Episodes: EP 22, Part 1: Jamie's Sentencing - I Got Life Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers The Lone Woodlouse - Rachel K. Collier Silent Turmoil - Myuu -  Under Creative Commons License 

Mitigating factors are considered by a judge during sentencing in efforts to reduce the sentence based on circumstance. Jamie did not kill Bill Little. However, the State of Illinois presented petty troubles he faced as a minor as disturbing delinquent behavior, which they claimed proved Jamie has always been down a bad path, incapable of any rehabilitation. In response, Jamie’s legal team had him evaluated by a PhD mitigation expert, but they never brought her to the hearing. Because of this, the state was able to persuade the judge that the untimely death of Jamie’s mother was an excuse he used for sympathy. This twenty second episode of Snow Files discusses the tragic realities of losing a parent during childhood, and questions how Jamie would have been judged, had these truths been known. Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers The Lone Woodlouse - Rachel K. Collier Restless Dreams - Myuu -  Under Creative Commons License 

On May 10th, 2001, Jamie Snow was sentenced to natural life in prison for a murder he did not commit. Jamie had lost all faith in his incompetent public defenders, but had one last Hail Mary in him. Jamie filed a motion to fire his lawyers two months prior, only to find out they beat him to it, and they were already trying to quit. The state and the judge would not allow it. So Jamie and his team went to the sentencing hearing unprepared, expecting a 20-60 year sentence, only to be blindsided with life without the possibility of parole. The prosecutor had thirty three pages of arguments, and Jamie’s team had two. This twenty-first episode of Snow Files exposes the repetitive systemic failures that lead to Jamie’s wrongful conviction, and the severe injustice that is still so hard to undo today, twenty years later. Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers

Jamie reflects on the atmosphere during the closing arguments, how he felt, what was going through his mind, how his family was treated by the court, and even his physical reactions to the stress of being on trial for murder. Jamie also gives a huge shout out to our transcriptionists led by Pamela Westby: Melinda Wargacki, Cathy McElhaney, Caywood Yamnik and Jinger Fiola.  And another HUGE shout out to Mrs. Wargacki's student, Stuart Hilton - and a little thoughtful advice for Mr. Hilton. References: EP 20: The Truth Never Changes - Closing Arguments: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/e/ep-20-the-truth-never-changes-closing-arguments/ Closing Arguments Transcript: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/12-15-01_ClosingArgs.pdf Episode Transcriptions (1-10): https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/episode-transcripts-1606966568/ Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net

On January 15th, 2001, closing remarks were delivered in the murder case against Jamie Snow in the circuit court of the eleventh judicial court, before the Honorable Donald D. Bernardi and the Jury in McLean County, Illinois. State’s Attorney Teena Griffin delivered over one hundred pages of lecture to the jury, embellished with her own false narratives, great literary quotes, creepy crawly innuendos, sticks and stones, and even prayers. Defense Attorney Frank Picl pleaded with the jury to remember there was no physical evidence, and their only task was to determine which words they believed, as words were the only evidence presented by the state. The jury deliberated for 11 hours over two days and returned a guilty verdict. This twentieth episode of Snow Files brings McLean County’s most dramatic and final act in the wrongful conviction of Jamie Snow, right to your ears. Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Dreamlike, Kevin MacLeod

Jamie answers questions he received about his testimony including his co-defendent Susan Powell, correctional officer Mary Burns, Susan's brother Tim Powell and he also gives an update on Julie Knight. If you haven't listened to the testimony episodes, listen here: Jamie Takes the Stand: Part 1: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/e/ep-19-part-1-jamie-takes-the-stand/ Jamie Takes the Stand: Part 2: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/e/ep-19-part-2-jamie-takes-the-stand/ Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers

In 2001, Jamie Snow took the stand in his own defense against the charge of murder. Jamie’s legal team was extremely underprepared, and explained to him that if he did not testify, he wouldn’t win his case. He had one night’s notice that he would take the stand. But Jamie was hopeful. He figured if he told the truth, he didn’t have to prepare, he would be good. Jamie was on the stand for a very long time. He rebutted every witness presented in previous episodes of Snow Files, and in great detail, recounted his prior conviction, his participation in the lineup, his alibi, and the cast on his arm, all while maintaining eye contact with his jury. But Jamie Snow was still convicted. Part two of this nineteenth episode of Snow Files, presented by Jamie Snow himself, and foreshadows the importance of the closing arguments to come. Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Empty Bottle, Empty Bed - Spazz Cardigan

In 2001, Jamie Snow took the stand in his own defense against the charge of murder. Jamie’s legal team was extremely underprepared, and explained to him that if he did not testify, he wouldn’t win his case. He had one night’s notice that he would take the stand. But Jamie was hopeful. He figured if he told the truth, he didn’t have to prepare, he would be good. Jamie was on the stand for a very long time. He rebutted every witness presented in previous episodes of Snow Files, and in great detail, recounted his prior conviction, his participation in the lineup, his alibi, and the cast on his arm, all while maintaining eye contact with his jury. But Jamie Snow was still convicted. Part one of this nineteenth episode of Snow Files, presented by Jamie Snow himself, strives to answer one overarching question, what is it like to be on trial for your life? Join the Snow Files support team by becoming a Patron for as little as $1 a month!: https://patron.podbean.com/snowfiles Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Empty Bottle, Empty Bed - Spazz Cardigan

Julie Knight first told police about Susan Claycomb's alleged "confessions" in 1997 after Knight had been taken to the Bloomington Police station because of unspecified legal trouble. Knight made another statement in April 1999 a few days after losing custody of her children. Shortly after, it became a family affair. Knight's mother, brother and father also made statements to police implicating Susan, even though Susan had allegedly confessed to them nearly 10 years earlier. Why didn't this upstanding family report these confessions to police nearly a decade earlier? Julie Knight was exposed as a person with a propensity for lying at the first trial, so the state dumped her. Her bestie, Bridget Logsdon, took her place at Jamie’s trial. Bridget reported a short conversation between Julie and Jamie’s wife that she supposedly overheard at a bar. The switch from Julie to Bridget was a strategic move made by the State, and it worked. This eighteenth episode of Snow Files traces gal pal gossip from its origination, through a family feud, the local bars, and all the way to a wrongful conviction. Join the Snow Files support team by becoming a Patron for as little as $1 a month!: https://patron.podbean.com/snowfiles Interact: Join the Discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SnowFilesPodcast Full Episode Docs/Video/Audio: https://snowfiles.podbean.com/p/docs-by-episode/ Contact us: info@snowfiles.net Got a tip? email: tips@snowfiles.net or call 888-710-SNOW (7669) It's free and confidential Visit our website: Free Jamie Snow: http://www.FreeJamieSnow.com Sign the Petition Asking for DNA Testing: http://www.JamieSnow.net Music Credits: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Lucid Dreamer - Spazz Cardigan Tumblewood Texas - Chris Haugan The Lone Woodlouse - Rachel K. Collier