Surviving the Survivor

A shocking twist in Devil's Den: a teacher has been arrested for the brutal double murder of a local couple, sending shockwaves through the quiet community. New details are emerging about the gruesome crime scene and the hidden life of the suspect—sparking intense online interest and a growing demand for justice. A 28‑year‑old teacher, James Andrew McGann, has been charged with two counts of capital murder in the fatal stabbing of Clinton David Brink (43) and Cristen Amanda Brink (41), who were attacked while hiking with their two young daughters at Devil's Den State Park, Arkansas, on July 26, 2025. McGann was arrested on July 30 at a Springdale barbershop, after DNA evidence, video footage, and public tips linked him to the crime; he had no prior criminal record and was recently hired as a teacher in Arkansas. Authorities say the attack appears to be random and unprovoked, with no known motive or connection between McGann and the Brinks yet, who had just moved to Arkansas from another state to begin a new life. Investigators continue to search for answers about motive while the justice system prepares for possible death penalty or life without parole, depending on outcome—although no motive has yet been disclosed.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#doublemurder #murdermystery #truestory #truecrimepodcast #newsheadlines #arkansas #arrest #teacher #devilsden

Erik Menendez is hospitalized with a serious medical condition just weeks before a pivotal parole hearing. A judge says withheld abuse evidence may have changed the verdict — could a new trial be coming? #STSNation, Welcome to Surviving the Survivor — the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime. Erik Menendez is hospitalized with a serious medical condition—undergoing multiple surgeries for large kidney stones—just weeks before he and his brother Lyle face a crucial parole hearing on August 21–22, 2025. Their attorney is pushing for a medical furlough, while a California judge has ordered prosecutors to explain why key sexual abuse evidence—like Erik's 1988 letter to cousin Andy Cano and a 2023 affidavit from Menudo's Roy Rosselló—was excluded from their original trial. That decision could trigger a full retrial. The brothers were resentenced in May to 50 years to life, making them immediately eligible for parole after 35 years behind bars.  #BestGuests: • Robert Rand – The original investigative reporter on the Menendez case and author of The Menendez Murders, the definitive book on the brothers and the killings.• Dr. Ildiko Tabori – A Los Angeles-based psychologist analyzing the brothers' trauma, behavior, and potential rehabilitation.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

An alleged victim is speaking out, exposing shocking claims of abuse and deep-rooted corruption involving the Letcher County Sheriff and a local judge—rocking a Kentucky community already known for its long, dark history of power abuse. The explosive accusations point to a disturbing pattern of misconduct and cover-ups that some say have plagued Letcher County for generations. Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman digs deeper into what's really going on in Letcher County--and if this alleged abuse--paints a clearer picture about why a sheriff would shoot a judge midday in his chambers. In a shocking incident out of Kentucky, the Letcher County Sheriff allegedly shot and killed the Letcher County Judge inside his own chambers—sending shockwaves through the tight-knit Appalachian community. This deadly confrontation has raised urgent questions about corruption, abuse of power, and long-standing political tensions within Letcher County. The violent shooting is now at the center of a high-profile investigation as authorities and the public demand justice and transparency--and try to find a motive. This developing story out of Eastern Kentucky is drawing national attention and may expose deeper systemic issues in a county with a troubling history.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

Donna Adelson's upcoming trial is heating up as a new document dump reveals more people on the witness lists and pre-trial motions. With the courtroom countdown ticking, these newly filed records offer a deeper look into the state's strategy—and the defense's potential surprises. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime. In this episode, STS Host Joel Waldman is joined by STS #BestGuests as they dive into the latest documents to find out what this could mean for Donna--and her trial. Donna Adelson is heading to trial in one of Florida's most shocking murder-for-hire cases, accused of playing a key role in the 2014 killing of her former son-in-law, Florida State University law professor Dan Markel. As jury selection looms, newly released court documents—including detailed witness lists and motions—are offering a glimpse into what prosecutors and the defense plan to bring to court. This high-profile case, which has already led to multiple arrests and convictions within the Adelson family circle, is gaining renewed attention as Donna prepares to face justice. More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#JusticeforDanMarkel #truecrimecommunity #newsupdate #donna #truecrimepodcast #truestory #murdermystery

Bryan Kohberger's new life in prison will includes solitary confinement, filth‑ridden rec cages, and inmate vigilante justice in one of America's worst prisons. How will he do? And do you think this is Justice after new disturbing details are released about what Bryan Kohberger did to the 4 Idaho students. STS' Joel Waldman, ‪@jumpsuitpablo‬ & ‪@drgexplains‬break it all down. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this episode we hone in on Kohberger's courtroom body language, emotionless presence, and how he'll fare in his new life behind bars at the Idaho Maximum Security Institution. STS Host Joel waldman was invited by the warden for a behind-the-scenes tour and saw the very place where Kohberger could live out the rest of his life. Join Joel plus #Bestguests as they analyze his body language, his psyche and what his new life behind bars will look like. Bryan Kohberger has officially been sentenced to life without the possibility of parole (LWOP) for the brutal murders of the four University of Idaho students: Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. The shocking Idaho college murders case, which gripped the nation, has now reached a dramatic conclusion as Kohberger avoids the death penalty but will spend the rest of his life behind bars. This sentencing comes nearly two years after the horrifying quadruple homicide in Moscow, Idaho that sent shockwaves through the true crime community. And while there are still so many unanswered questions, With no parole, no appeal, and no escape, Kohberger's fate is sealed as the victims' families finally confront him in court. #BestGuests include: Prison Insider and Ex-Convict ‪@jumpsuitpablo‬ Body language expert and clinical & forensic psychologist ‪@drgexplains‬More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

It was an intense and emotional day inside the courtroom as Bryan Kohberger was officially sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the brutal murders of the four University of Idaho students — Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. Families of the Idaho 4 did not hold back during powerful and heart-wrenching victim impact statements, unleashing their pain and fury directly at Kohberger, who showed little emotion throughout the sentencing. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS special, Host Joel Waldman is in Boise, Idaho where he sat in court facing Kohberger and witnessing the emotional trauma families are still dealing with. Join STS Joel Waldman and powerhouse #BestGuests as they dive into the Kohberger's psyche--his lack of emotion and how today's intense statements may impact him. The atmosphere was tense, raw, and deeply personal as justice was finally handed down for one of the most shocking true crime cases in recent memory. This breaking update on the Idaho student murders is a must-watch for anyone following the Bryan Kohberger case, as the courtroom erupted with both tears and applause during this long-awaited moment.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

In a case that has captured national attention, Bryan Kohberger is now facing his final hours before sentencing in the brutal University of Idaho murders. As the nation watches closely, emotions are running high on the eve of what many are calling judgment day for the man accused of one of the most disturbing college campus crimes in recent memory. Kohberger, a former criminology PhD student, will soon stand before the court as families of the victims prepare to confront him one last time. The courtroom is expected to be packed, and security heightened, as the public demands answers—and justice. With new developments and possible last-minute statements from both the defense and prosecution, all eyes are on Bryan Kohberger as he awaits his fate. Bryan Kohberger was charged with the vicious murders of four University of Idaho students: Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin, who were brutally and senselessly stabbed to death in their off-campus home in November 2022. The chilling details of the crime shocked the nation and sparked a massive investigation that led to Kohberger's arrest. He initially maintained his innocence but ultimately accepted a plea deal, avoiding a death penalty trial. Now, as sentencing approaches, the families and the public still grapple with lingering questions about motive, timeline, and unanswered details. What's next for Bryan Kohberger—and will the sentencing bring true closure to a grieving community? Stay tuned for ongoing updates and breaking coverage of this landmark case by subscribing and turning your notifications on for show updates.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to murdering four University of Idaho student but we still don't know why. As his sentencing approaches, more information and parties are speaking up after the gag order has been lifted--but will Kohberger reveal what everyone, even President Trump, is asking about: the motive. Bryan Kohberger, the admitted killer in the brutal slayings of four University of Idaho students, has officially pleaded guilty—canceling what was expected to be one of the most high-profile murder trials in recent memory. Facing four counts of first-degree murder and one count of felony burglary, Kohberger's sudden plea deal—just weeks before trial—has ignited national outrage and deepened the grief for victims' families and a shaken community still desperate for answers. With the death penalty taken off the table and no clear motive ever revealed, many are questioning whether justice was truly served. This emotional and controversial turn in the Idaho student murders case has sparked viral reactions across social media and reignited demands for transparency.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to murdering four University of Idaho student but there were always red flags. This is one of the reasons Bryan Kohberger was denied when he tried to be a part of the Pullman Police Dept. Former Pullman Police Chief joins STS about his interaction with Idaho Killer Bryan Kohberger. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this episode STS Host, Joel Waldman, interviews Former Pullman Police Chief Gary Jenkins about what he noticed about Kohberger--and what happened as the breaking news unfolded. Bryan Kohberger, a former criminology Ph.D. student, pleaded guilty on July 2, 2025, to the November 13, 2022 home‑invasion stabbing murders of four University of Idaho students—Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. Facing charges of four counts of first‑degree murder and one count of felony burglary, Kohberger accepted a plea deal that spares him the death penalty in exchange for four consecutive life sentences plus an extra 10 years, with no possibility of appeal. Prosecutors secured a conviction based on DNA evidence from a knife sheath and Q‑tip, along with cell‑tower data and surveillance footage, though the motive remains officially unknown. Now awaiting sentencing on July 23, the controversial plea—welcomed by some families seeking closure but strongly opposed by others—has ignited widespread debate and media coverage.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

The disturbing and suspicious death of Ellen Greenberg—who was found with 20 stab wounds, including to the back of her neck—was shockingly ruled a su*cide after the medical examiner changed the paperwork. Recently the medical examiner admitted he original called it a homicide--and to this day, no full murder investigation has ever been launched. This controversial case continues to spark outrage online, but in Philadelphia Ellen Greenberg's parents are demanding answers, justice, and accountability from everyone. Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in #truecrime. In this episode, STS Host Emmy Award-winning Journalist Joel Waldman is joined by the murder victim's parents, Sandee and Joshua Greenbergs. Ellen Greenberg's tragic 2011 stabbing death case took a dramatic but positive turn—after 14 years of controversy--when the Philadelphia Medical Examiner officially reversed the “su*cide” ruling, and the city agreed to consider fully reopening her case following a $650K legal settlement. These development were a big step in the right direction--but since then the case has stalled once again. Will there ever be a murder investigation and will the Greenberg family find Justice?More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#JusticeforEllen #truecrimecommunity #truestory #murdermystery #investigations #criminaljustice #crimenews #newsupdate #stsnation 

Dan Markel, a respected Florida State University law professor, was tragically murdered on July 18, 2014, in a “murder‑for‑hire” ambush outside his Tallahassee home. After a bitter custody battle with his ex-wife Wendi Adelson—centered on her desire to relocate their two sons to South Florida—a conspiracy unfolded. Investigators uncovered that Wendi's brother, Charlie Adelson, allegedly arranged the hit, funneling payments through his then-girlfriend Katherine Magbanua. Magbanua then enlisted Sigfredo “Tuto” Garcia, who shot Markel in the head, while accomplice Luis Rivera helped orchestrate the setup. The crime was tracked down through surveillance of a rented Prius, phone and GPS data, and an undercover FBI operation that recorded coded phone calls involving Charlie and his mother, Donna Adelson. Ultimately, Garcia and Magbanua received life sentences, Rivera got 19 years for his plea and testimony, and Charlie was convicted in November 2023 on first‑degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation charges. Now Donna Adelson will go on trial in August of 2025.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

Will the victim's family and the public get access to all the evidence in the Idaho4 murder case? This critical gag order hearing today could determine whether chilling details about Bryan Kohberger and the brutal murder of four young Idaho students are unsealed for the world to see. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. As families and media await more insight into Bryan Kohberger's motive, a critical gag order hearing is set for July 17, 2025 to determine if pre-sentencing restrictions on discussing court details will be lifted. This hearing could unlock new revelations about his alleged online alias and shed light on digital evidence tied to the case. STS Host Joel Waldman will be watching it live along with #BestGuests who will provide analysis. Bryan Kohberger confessed to the horrific November 13, 2022 stabbings of four University of Idaho students and plead guilty on July 2, 2025, to avoid the death penalty. He will now face four consecutive life sentences plus ten years and has given up his right to appeal. Evidence against him included DNA on a recovered knife sheath, phone data, and surveillance footage. We remember the lives of the four victims senselessly murdered in Moscow, Idaho: Ethan Chapin: A 20- year-old from Conway, Washington who was staying with his girlfriend, Xana Kernodle, the night of the murder. Ethan was a triplet. Kaylee Goncalves: A 21-year-old from Rathdrum, Idaho who was murdered in her home next to her best friend, Maddie. Xana Kernodle: A 20-year-old from Avondale, Arizona, who later lived in Post Falls, Idaho. She was murdered at her home with her close friends and boyfriend. Madison Mogen: A 21-year-old from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho who many believe was the intended target. Maddie was murdered next to her childhood best friend, Kaylee.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#bryankohberger #trial #courtroomdrama #hearing #murdermystery #gagorder #stsnation #newsupdate #moscowidaho #idaho4update #truecrimecommunity #truecrimepodcast #truestory

Dentist James Craig faces murder charges for allegedly poisoning his wife of 23+ years--and the mother of his six kids--and today the coworker who reported James Craig and called the police is testifying. As she details what she refers to as disturbing and unusual behavior, jurors listen in as they learn more about the digital evidence, texts and unusual activity leading up to the murder of Angela Craig. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuestsin all of true crime. In this episode, STS host Emmy award-winning journalist Joel Waldman is joined by a former District Attorney in the very are where James Craig is being tried along with another attorney who is an expert in poison murder cases. Accused of poisoning his wife Angela with potassium cyanide hidden in her protein shakes, Dentist Craig James is facing first-degree murder charges. Prosecutors allege he staged a carefully calculated plot, researching lethal substances and ordering poison online while pretending to be a loving husband and father. The case has only gotten darker, with shocking text messages, alleged affairs, and claims of a murder-for-hire plot surfacing as key evidence. James' trial started on July 15, 2025 with opening statements. The state gave infidelity and financial woes as a motive while the defense said their client is innocent--and the investigation was limited only pointing to Craig from the very start. As Craig is on trial and more evidence gets released the question remains-- will justice be served? And what does Justice look like...All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#JamesCraig #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #MurderTrial #KillerDentist #AngelaCraig #PoisoningCase#CrimeStory #JusticeForAngela

The shocking case of Colorado dentist James Craig has left the nation stunned, as he stands accused of fatally poisoning his wife in a case of betrayal, lies, and murder. This heartbreaking and drama-filled story reveals the dark secrets behind a seemingly perfect marriage...that wasn't so perfect. Today is day 1 of trial and as both the state and defense begin their opening statements we learn more about the accused killer James Craig and his wife, Angela. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this episode STS host Emmy award-winning journalist Joel Waldman is joined by #BestGuests as they dive into today's Opening Statements and the motives discussed in the trial of Dentist James Craig. Aurora, Colorado dentist James Craig is at the center of a chilling true crime case after being accused of poisoning his wife, Angela Craig, with cyanide-laced protein shakes in a calculated act of murder. Angela was a mother of six. Prosecutors allege that behind his clean-cut image, Craig was leading a double life filled with infidelity, financial troubles, and a sinister plan to eliminate his wife. As the murder trial unfolds, disturbing new allegations have surfaced—including a murder-for-hire plot Craig reportedly attempted while behind bars. In a dramatic twist, multiple attorneys have withdrawn from his case just days before trial was set to begin--raising questions about the defense's stability and Craig's mounting legal troubles.All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#JamesCraig #TrueCrime #PoisonMurder #CrimeDocumentary #ColoradoDentist #AngelaCraig #MurderTrial#PoisonPlot #CrimeNews #MurderForHire #CourtDrama #YouTubeTrueCrime #murdermystery #criminaljustice#justiceforAngela 

Charges, Now Hit with 26 Additional Felony Counts in a surprising twist to an already high-profile case. P rosecutors have filed two dozen new charges against Richins, intensifying the legal storm surrounding the Utah mom accused of killing her husband—who also made headlines when she wrote a kids book about grief.Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #trucrime. In this episode, STS host and Emmy award-winning journalist Joel Waldman brings on #BestGuest Gigi McKelvey from Pretty Lies and Alibis podcast to deep dive into Kouri's latest charges along with the long legal road she already faces.Kouri Richins, the Utah mom accused of fatally poisoning her husband, now faces a shocking total of 26 new felony charges, adding to her original murder charge. The new charges include counts of mortgage fraud, insurance fraud, forgery, and theft—allegedly tied to financial schemes she carried out before and after her husband's death. Prosecutors claim Richins manipulated documents and stole hundreds of thousands of dollars in a calculated effort to cover up her tracks. This explosive update in the Kouri Richins case is drawing massive attention online. STS has been following it from the beginning and will continue to cover the latest developments.More of STS: VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast New! STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/ Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLx Join Patreon: Https://www.patreon.com/survivingthesurvivor #TrueCrime #STSNATION #truecrimcommunity #criminaljustice #kouririchins #murderymystery

Bryan Kohberger: What Awaits Him in Prison for the Idaho 4 Murders? ISMI Prison Insiders Reveal What It's Really Like Serving a Life Sentence Alongside the Most Dangerous Inmates. Welcome to Surving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime. In this episode STS Host Emmy award-winning Journalist Joel Waldmans brings on a former Deputy Warden and an inmate who served a life sentence to tell us what really goes on behind bars at ISMI--and what Bryan Kohberger will be up against for the rest of his life. Bryan Kohberger, the man arrested fir brutally murdering four University of Idaho students in a shocking late-night attack, has now pleaded guilty and will spend the rest of his life behind bars without the possibility of parole. After months of legal twists and intense media attention, Kohberger's conviction brings a chilling end to one of the most horrifying college campus crimes in recent history. Now facing multiple life sentences, Kohberger will live out his days in a maximum-security prison, where former inmates and insiders describe a harsh and unforgiving reality. This case, involving the Idaho 4 murders, continues to draw national attention as new details emerge about the crime and Kohberger's life behind prison walls. And while the attention has been on Bryan Kohberger, the real victims and center of this case are the 4 Idaho students who were murdered. We remember and honor the lives of the Idaho4: Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, Ethan Chapin and Maddie Mogen.#Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor#breakingnews #bryankohberger #trial #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #murdermystery2#criminaljustice #newsupdateCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#bryankohberger #murdermystery #truecrimecommunity #moscowidaho #idahomurders #idaho4update #stsnation #bestguests #newsupdate #justiceforIdaho4 #criminaljustice #crimenews

New Details Emerge in Bryan Kohberger's Idaho4 Murder Case. The Disturbing evidence released reveals what really happened the night four University of Idaho students were murdered in their off campus home. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this episode STS host Emmy award-winning journalist Joel Waldman brings on a panel of attorneys and journalists who have been following the case closely--and were in the courtroom as Bryan Kohberger plead guilty.In a shocking twist to the murder investigation, Bryan Kohberger officially pleaded guilty to the killing the four University of Idaho students: Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin after years of denying his involvement in hearing after hearing. With the guilty plea now entered, Bryan Kohberger will now spend the rest of his life behind bars, avoiding the death penalty but forever branded as the Idaho4 killer. The newly released case details paint a disturbing picture of the night of the murders, shedding light on chilling evidence and Kohberger's calculated actions leading up to November 13th.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor#breakingnews #bryankohberger #trial #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #murdermystery2#criminaljustice #newsupdateCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

Bryan Kohberger's chilling and emotionless body language during his recent court appearance has sparked concer, just as breaking news emerges about his guilty plea deal in the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students. Viewers were disturbed by his cold demeanor and lack of remorse, fueling renewed public outrage and questions about his mental state--and his motive. Bryan Kohberger cut a deal--pleading guilty for the murders of Ethan Chapin, Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves and Xana Kernoodle -- leaving many desperate for answers and justice. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of true crime and breaking news coverage about the biggest cases. In this episode STS Host and Emmy award-winning journalist Joel Waldman is joined by #BestGuests ‪@drgexplains‬ for a full body language analysis deep dive--looking at Bryan Kohberger's key moments in the spotlight--and seeing what this tells us about who he is and what he's thinking.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor#breakingnews #bryankohberger #trial #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #murdermystery2#criminaljustice #newsupdateCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #KohbergerTrial #UniversityOfIdaho #JusticeForTheFour #CrimeNews #BreakingCrimeNews #CourtroomDrama #BodyLanguageAnalysis

Donna Adelson's new exhibit list has just been released—unveiling key moments and evidence tied to the Dan Markel murder case. Meanwhile, Katie Magbanua is making headlines with a bold new attempt to appeal her murder conviction in the same high-profile case--she was denied but pointed the finger at Wendi Adelson. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime and breaking news coverage of the biggest cases. STS host Emmy award-winning journalist Joel waldman and STS #BestGuests will break down the appeal attempt and the exhibit list that could take Donna down. In this gripping true-crime update, our episode focused on the 2014 murder-for-hire of FSU law professor Dan Markel, who shot in his Tallahassee garage amid a bitter custody battle with his ex-wife Wendi Adelson. Prosecutors allege his ex–brother-in-law, Charlie Adelson, orchestrated the killing via Katherine Magbanua and hired hitmen. Now, Donna Adelson, Markel's former mother‑in‑law, is scheduled for trial in August 2025, facing charges of murder, conspiracy, and solicitation, with prosecutors are preparing to unveil 133 pieces of evidence and intense pre‑trial motions have caught the attention of the nation.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor#breakingnews #bryankohberger #trial #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #murdermystery2#criminaljustice #newsupdateCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

In a surprising move just a month before Trial, Bryan Kohberger pleads guilty--admitting he killed the 4 University of Idaho students. Now one of the most legendary criminal profilers weighs in on the infamous and heinous crime and the killer: Bryan Kohberger.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor#breakingnews #bryankohberger #trial #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #murdermystery2 #criminaljustice #newsupdateCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#BryanKohberger #KohbergerTrial #IdahoMurderCase #TrueCrimeNews #UniversityOfIdahoMurders #JusticeForTheFour #KohbergerPleaDeal #TrueCrimeCommunity #CrimeDocumentary #BreakingCrimeNews #MurderMystery

Sean Diddy Combs is acquitted of RICO and sex trafficking charges and now after a big win for the defense; his team is asking he walk free today. This is an emotional and shocking day for witnesses as jurors reach a verdict that find Diddy guilty of only the 2 lesser charges that he was facing. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of true crime and breaking news coverage of the biggest cases. Today we bring you the latest in the Sean Diddy Combs saga. Sean “Diddy” Combs was vindicated on the most serious charges—racketeering conspiracy and sex-trafficking—but a Manhattan jury found him guilty today, July 2, 2025, on two lesser counts of transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution under the Mann Act, exposing him to up to 20 years in prison. Immediately after the verdict, his defense attorneys requested his release on a $1 million bond and travel restrictions, arguing it's inappropriate for him to remain jailed until sentencing; prosecutors opposed, citing concerns over potential danger to witnesses. A bond hearing is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET before Judge Arun Subramanian to decide if Combs will remain in custody or be released pending sentencing, with written filings from both sides due beforehand. Meanwhile, as Diddy news was being reported, supporters have been outside the courthouse celebrating—some playfully drenched in baby oil—chanting “Free Puff!” as the legal drama transitions into the critical phase of bail determination. Diddy's family, including his mom, were seen outside the courthouse giving the crowd a thumbs up and blowing kisses. ⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor#breakingnews #bryankohberger #trial #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #murdermystery2 #criminaljustice #newsupdateCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#bestguests #stsnation #survivingthesurvivor #truecrimecommunity #trial #breakingnews #criminaljustice #diddytrial #seandiddycombs #diddy #celebrity #breakingnews

Accused Killer Bryan Kohberger is in court after cutting a deal to plead guilty to all four of the University of Idaho murder charges in exchange for four consecutive life sentences without parole--avoiding the death penalty. Prosecutors and some victims' families, like Ethan Chapin's, support the agreement as a guaranteed conviction and a way to spare loved ones years of appeals, while others—especially the Goncalves and Kernodle families—are furious they weren't consulted, calling the move “shocking,” “cruel,” and a betrayal of justice. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of true crime. STS host Joel Waldman is covering this live hearing and will bring in analysis from STS #BestGuests. The unexpected court development surprised the true crime community, as victims' families and the public have spent the last day absorbing and reacting to the sudden turn. This live courtroom drama is unfolding in real time, and will change the course of one of the most high-profile murder trials in recent history. Stay tuned for full STS coverage, analysis, and reactions to the Bryan Kohberger plea deal hearing.Let's remember and honor the lives of the four university students who were senselessly murdered. The four University of Idaho students are Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. They were tragically murdered in their off-campus home in Moscow, Idaho, in November 2022.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor#breakingnews #bryankohberger #trial #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #murdermystery2 #criminaljustice #newsupdateCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

Breaking News: The jury has reached a verdict in the high-stakes trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs, sending shockwaves through the courtroom and across the nation as we wait to hear Diddy's fate. After weeks of explosive testimony, high-profile witnesses, and intense legal drama, the fate of the music mogul is now sealed. Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime and delivers timely breaking news cases. STS Host Joel Waldman is joined by STS #BestGuests for this breaking news special. The verdict, delivered just moments ago, could mark a pivotal turning point in Diddy's career and personal life as he faced serious charges with major consequences. This bombshell update comes amid mounting pressure and public scrutiny, and the outcome is expected to ignite massive reactions online. Stay tuned for full coverage of the Diddy trial verdict, key courtroom moments, and what this means moving forward. ⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor#breakingnews #bryankohberger #trial #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #murdermystery2 #criminaljustice #newsupdateCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#DiddyVerdict #SeanCombsTrial #BreakingNews #HipHopNews #DiddyTrial #TrueCrime #CelebrityTrial #stsnation #truecrimecommunity #trial #newsupdate #breakingnews

Bryan Kohberger shocks court with sudden plea deal--leaving family members outraged and disappointed as they try to absorb the news. Breaking drama continues to unfold as the Idaho murder suspects changes his own course, canceling what was supposed to be a long and emotional trial that would expose more evidence and answers many more questions. Now the question is--Is this Justice? Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. STS Host and Emmy award-winning journalist Joel Waldman is joined by the nation's top attorneys and the Honorable Jim Jones as we dig into Kohberger's plea deal and its impact on those who matter most in this case--the victims.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor#breakingnews #bryankohberger #trial #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #murdermystery2 #criminaljustice #newsupdateCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast

Breaking News: Jurors in the Sean Diddy Combs' trial have reached verdicts in all but one count. Jurors say they're stuck on the RICO charges and are now being offered modified options from attorneys. Will it be a hung jury or will jurors keep deliberating? And what are the new modifications?? Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #bestguests in all of true crime. In this STS special we get you caught up on the latest trial developments, the verdict breakdown--and what the options are as jurors decide the fate of Sean Diddy Combs. Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is currently on verdict watch as his high-profile trial unfolds, drawing massive public and media attention. Facing serious federal charges including sex trafficking, drug distribution, and racketeering, Diddy's legal troubles have sparked widespread debate across social media and entertainment news outlets. Surviving The Survivor is closely monitoring updates on Diddy's trial, as prosecutors allege a pattern of criminal conduct spanning years. With the jury now deliberating, fans and critics alike are tuning in for the latest developments, making this one of the most talked-about celebrity trials of the year. Stay subscribed for breaking news and expert analysis on Diddy's charges and the upcoming verdict. ⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast 

Shock and emotions rock the courtroom as defense attorneys announce Bryan Kohberger is taking a plea--and will plead guilty to the murder of the Idaho4: Ethan Chapin, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Madison Mogen. All four were University of Idaho students killed in their off-campus residence in Moscow, Idaho, in November 2022. This is a breaking news show and we're reporting and pivoting to the breaking news as it comes in...Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this episode STS host and Emmy award-winning journalist Joel Waldman is joined by a power panel of #BestGeusts to react, break down and analyze the latest explosive news. The friends and witnesses who found the bodies of the Idaho4 in Moscow, Idaho give Interviews and share new details for the first time. They are the students heard in the 911 call, who alerted police about what had just happened to their friends--just steps away from them. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this episode STS host and Emmy award-winning journalist Joel Waldman will discuss what the 911 callers saw, why they waited to speak publicly, and how their testimony could impact Kohberger's upcoming trial. PLUS Kohberger's defense team called various witnesses in at a hearing today--and chaos and confusion erupted as witnesses say they have no idea who Kohberger. #Bestguests will help us break it all down and zero in on key moments that could impact the trial. #BestGuests: In November 2022, four University of Idaho students — Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin — were brutally murdered in their off-campus home in Moscow, Idaho. The shocking crime stunned the nation and sparked an intense investigation. Nearly two years later, new witnesses are finally speaking out — including the surviving roommates who reportedly called 911 after discovering the horrifying scene. As Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of the murders, awaits trial, these new details could reshape the case.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#Idaho4 #BryanKohberger #TrueCrime #IdahoMurders #KayleeGoncalves #MadisonMogen #XanaKernodle #EthanChapin #MoscowIdaho #TrueCrimeUpdate #pleadeal #breakingnews

BREAKING: Gunman Opens Fire on Firefighters in Idaho – Multiple Injured — A terrifying active shooter situation unfolded today in Idaho as a gunman opened fire on firefighters responding to a blaze, leaving several victims injured and sparking chaos across the scene. Authorities quickly locked down the area, and emergency crews scrambled to contain both the fire and the violence. This shocking attack on first responders has shaken the local community and raised urgent questions about motive and safety. Stay tuned as more details emerge in this developing Idaho shooter incident. ⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#IdahoShooter #BreakingNews #FirefighterShooting #ActiveShooter #TrueCrime #EmergencyAlert #YouTubeNews

Barry Morphew is an accused killer who faces charges for the disappearance and murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew. While he was just arrested--he has a five year history of rage, emotional outbursts and speaking out publicly about what is was like to find out about his wife's affair. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #true crime. In this episode, STS digs into Barry Morphew's past plus we share more true crime stories in this Friday special. STS's Emmy-award host Joel Waldman is joined by fan favorite STS #BestGuests: Legendary Detective Fil Waters Retired FBI Agent Scott Duffey Barry Morphew has been re-arrested and indicted on first‑degree murder charges in the death of his wife Suzanne Morphew, who vanished on Mother's Day 2020 in Colorado. Prosecutors allege Barry used a powerful animal tranquilizer known as BAM (Butorphanol, Azaperone, Medetomidine)—the only legally prescribed user in the area—to drug Suzanne, whose remains were discovered in a shallow grave in September 2023 with BAM traces in her bones. Investigative breakthroughs include detailed cell‑phone data, truck telematics, surveillance footage showing Barry discarding items in trash cans, and tranquilizer equipment found in the marital home. The couple's troubled marriage—including Suzanne's secret affair and discussions of divorce—adds context to the charges. As this high‑stakes true‑crime saga unfolds, with Barry held on a $3 million bond and awaiting extradition from Arizona, the case draws national attention to Colorado cold case murders and animal tranquilizer homicide.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#barrymorphew #suzannemorphew #truecrimecommunity #murdermystery #trial #crimenews #funfriday #stsnation

Diddy's defense team delivers powerful closing arguments calling the sex‑trafficking charges ‘badly exaggerated' and alleging this is all "driven by financial motives." Defense said this is a story about domestic violence and urged jurors to see Combs' swinger lifestyle as consensual--not criminal. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this episode Emmy-award winning host Joel Waldman brings you the best recap and highlights key moments from today's defense closing arguments in Diddy's 2025 trial. Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing serious time in a high-profile sex trafficking and racketeering trial that has captivated national attention. If convicted, Diddy could face decades in prison for allegedly running a criminal enterprise involving sexual exploitation, drug trafficking, and financial coercion. The prosecution has called several bombshell witnesses, including former girlfriend Cassie Ventura's testimony along with ex-bodyguard Roger Bonds, and multiple Jane Does who detailed disturbing allegations of abuse and control. These explosive testimonies have painted a picture of a dark underworld behind Combs' glamorous image. With the stakes this high, the Diddy trial is one of the most watched celebrity legal battles in years, and the verdict could change the hip-hop mogul's life forever.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#diddytrial #diddy #truestory #celebrity #new #criminaljustice #trial #hiphopnews #stsnation

Intense and nerve energy fills courtroom as prosecutors paint a picture of power, fear and manipulation behind the scenes of the life of music mogul Sean Diddy Combs. The government alleged that Combs used his influence to orchestrate and conceal criminal activity, urging jurors to connect the dots from years of disturbing testimony from various witnesses who knew Diddy. Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this episode, Emmy award-wining host Joel Waldman breaks down the biggest moments in court and brings in analysis from our STS #BestGuests who are closely following the case. STS #BestGuests Lauren Conlin: Podcaster, Reporter & Host of POPCRIMETV, has been covering Diddy's Trial from inside the courtroom Stephen Cazares: a former Asst United States Attorney who has tried 17 federal jury trials, and argued 12 appeals before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit. Amy Shlosberg: Criminologist, Professor and Co-Host of Women & Crime and Direct Appeal Podcast “Sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, arson, bribery and obstruction of justice" are how prosecutors describe the case. Prosecutors painted Combs as the mastermind of a long criminal enterprise fueled by fear, control, and violence. At stake: decades in prison if convicted, and this could forever reshape Diddy's legacy. Sean Diddy Combs face five counts of sex trafficking and racketeering.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#truecrimecommunity #truestory #celebrity #diddytrial #diddy #stsnation

Barry Morphew is behind bars again for the murder of his wife and now his ex-girlfriend is turning on him. Plus shocking new evidence reveals disturbing details in the murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew. This episode uncovers the twisted timeline and chilling methods that could finally bring justice in one of America's most haunting true crime cases out of Colorado. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. Emmy Award-winning Journalist and Host Joel Waldman is joined by our panel of #BestGuests to deep dive into the new details of what really happened to Suzanne Morphew and a closer look inside the sinister mind of the alleged killer. STS #BestGuests: Mike King: Criminal Profiler/Host of @ProfilingEvil & Author of Wolves in Sheep's Clothing: A Practical Guide for True Crime Enthusiasts Colin McCallin: Defense Attorney and Host of Is This Legal? Kris Calvert: Suspense Writer and Host of Hitched 2 Homicide Suzanne Morphew, a Colorado mother of two, vanished on Mother's Day 2020 during what was initially believed to be a bike ride gone wrong. Her husband, Barry Morphew, was later arrested and charged with her murder, despite her body not being found at the time. Prosecutors alleged Barry killed Suzanne after discovering she was having an affair and planning to leave him, pointing to a chilling pattern of control, deception, and disturbing forensic evidence. The Suzanne Morphew case quickly became a national true crime sensation, with twists, false leads, and shocking new developments now resurfacing after Barry's recent re-arrest.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#SuzanneMorphew #BarryMorphew #TrueCrimeStory #MissingPersons #JusticeForSuzanne #TrueCrimeCommunity #CrimeDocumentary #ColdCaseUpdate #TrueCrimeInvestigation #murdermystery

Sean Diddy Combs Didn't Testify but He Did Share Words with the Judge and says he's feeling great. This comes after 29 days of detailed and brutal testimony from the state, and witnesses involved in alleged Freak Offs, attacks, dangerous work conditions and the investigation itself. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuets in all of true crime. Our STS #BestGuests break down and analyze the developments in the Diddy trial as shocking allegations, federal investigations, and witness testimonies shake the entertainment world. In this episode, STS breaks down the defense's decision to rest without testimony, the legal strategies, and what this could mean for Sean "Diddy" Combs' legacy and freedom. Our #BestGuests share insight and real-time coverage on this high-profile case. #bestguests: Kristy Greenberg is an MSNBC legal analyst, former SDNY Criminal Division Deputy Chief. She's a graduate of Harvard Law. Eric Faddis is a former felony prosecutor and current criminal defense and civil litigator. I'm the Founding Partner of Varner Faddis Elite legal. Meghan Sacks is a full Professor of Criminology and the Graduate Program Director at Fairleigh Dickinson University. She teaches classes including Women and Crime, Serial Killers, and Crime Policy. Amy and Meghan co-host two podcasts: Women and Crime and Direct Appeal Sean Diddy Combs is one step closer to finding out his fate as trial is expected to end this week after closing arguments. Diddy is facing 5 counts of sex trafficking and racketeering. He has pleaded not guilty to all the charges but could face life in prison, if convicted. ⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#diddytrial #BreakingNews #HipHopNews #CelebrityCourtCase #SeanCombs #LegalDrama #EntertainmentNews

Barry Morphew arrested for the mysterious disappearance and murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew. Police include new details about the investigation and how a deer tranquilizer linked Morphew to the case. Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of true crime. In this episode, we dive into the latest news, the investigations details that indicted Barry Morphew plus Suzanne Morphew's final moments. Suzanne Morphew's mysterious disappearance on Mother's Day 2020 sparked a nationwide true crime obsession, leading to a high-profile investigation and eventual charges against her husband, Barry Morphew. Authorities initially believed Suzanne had gone missing during a bike ride near her Colorado home, but suspicious evidence soon pointed toward foul play. In 2021, Barry Morphew was indicted for the murder of Suzanne Morphew, drawing intense media scrutiny and public interest. The Suzanne Morphew case, filled with shocking twists, hidden messages, and digital footprints, remains one of the most talked-about true crime stories in recent years. Stay tuned for the latest updates on Barry Morphew's murder trial, investigation details, and the ongoing search for justice in Suzanne Morphew's disappearance. Now...more answers are coming out.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast 

Welcome to Leave a Comment, the show that pulls no punches. Co-hosted by Emmy-winning journalist Joel Waldman and licensed therapist Karmela Waldman—aka “Karm”—the fiery 85-year-old Holocaust survivor behind the hit true crime podcast Surviving the Survivor. This week, Joel and Karm bring you their sharpest takes on the wildest stories in America—from mass protests over Trump's military parade and the controversial federal deployment of troops in L.A., to looming U.S. involvement in a possible Israel-Iran war. They weigh in on Supreme Court rulings rattling the culture wars, a brutal heat wave roasting the nation, and the biggest true crime headlines dominating headlines right now—including the chilling murder of three sisters by their father Travis Decker in Washington, a dismembered body found in South Carolina, and Karen Read walking free in Boston after a dramatic not-guilty verdict. It's unfiltered, opinionated, and deeply human—just how Karm likes it.  ⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast#LeaveAComment #SurvivingTheSurvivor #JoelWaldman #CarmelaWaldman #TrueCrime #KarenRead #TravisDecker #SouthCarolinaMurder #SupremeCourt #TrumpParade #IranConflict #HeatWave2025 #CultureWar #NoKingsProtest #LifeTakes #NewsCommentary #CurrentEvents #PodcastClip #RealTalk

Homeland Security Special Agent jolted the courtroom recounting how Diddy allegedly orchestrated the 'freak-off' parties. Jurors sat in silence as they watched more of the explicit 'freak-off' videos— tension filling the room with each replay of the disturbing footage. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of true crime. In this STS LUNCH LIVE host Joel Waldman breaks down the very latest testimony from court and recaps the key moments that played out in the courtroom.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast

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Big day in the Bryan Kohberger case: Judge Hipler will review motions including the defense's request to delay the trial and various evidence regarding the Idaho4 murder investigation. Don't miss our full breakdown and live coverage—subscribe now for the latest on this breaking true crime story. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime and in this case...live coverage of a big true crime story. STS Host Joel Waldman will be joined for analysis after the hearing with #BestGuest Attorney Tim Jansen who has been following the case. And let's remember the four college students who were murdered in Moscow, Idaho. The Idaho4 include Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. Bryan Kohberger, a former criminology Ph.D. student at Washington State University, faces four counts of first-degree murder and one count of burglary in connection with the brutal stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students—Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin—on November 13, 2022. The trial, initially set for June 2025, has been delayed to August 11, 2025, with jury selection beginning July 30. Defense attorney Anne Taylor argues that the extensive media coverage and the complexity of the case, including over 51 terabytes of evidence and more than 400 potential witnesses, necessitate more time to prepare. Prosecutors, led by Bill Thompson, contend that the defense has adequate resources and that the victims' families deserve timely justice. Judge Steven Hippler is expected to rule on several motions, including the possibility of a death penalty and the admissibility of evidence related to alternate suspects.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast#BryanKohberger #Idaho4 #IdahoMurders #MoscowIdaho #TrueCrime #IdahoStudents #TrueCrimeCommunity #CrimeJunkie #JusticeForIdaho4 #BryanKohbergerTrial #stsnation #murdermystery #trial

A DoorDash driver says she saw Bryan Kohberger near the scene just minutes before the four students were murdered at the University of Idaho in Moscow. This new eyewitness could dramatically shift the case ahead of Kohberger's death penalty trial. #STSNation, Welcome to Surviving the Survivor — the podcast bringing you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime… A potential bombshell ahead of Bryan Kohberger's capital murder trial: A DoorDash driver caught on police bodycam says she saw Kohberger near the King Road home moments before the murders. Her testimony, if admitted, could reshape the prosecution's timeline and undermine the defense's claim that Kohberger had no connection to the victims. PLUS: A private investigator is organizing a 35-mile search for the missing murder weapon — the Ka-Bar knife — and the families of the four slain University of Idaho students speak out in a raw new Prime Video docuseries, One Night in Idaho, premiering July 11. The pressure is mounting. The clock is ticking. And we're breaking it all down with the sharpest legal minds and criminal experts. #BestGuests: Greg Skordas Tara Malek Roger Rhoades⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast#BryanKohberger #Idaho4 #UniversityOfIdaho #TrueCrime #MoscowMurders #KayleeGoncalves #MadisonMogen #XanaKernodle #EthanChapin #DoorDashWitness #KaBarKnife #OneNightInIdaho #PrimeVideo #SurvivingTheSurvivor

Brendan Paul agrees to testify under immunity in Diddy's trial. Jurors see Cassie's texts after hotel beating as judge erupts over leak. #STSNation, Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime… It's Week 6, Day 25 of the federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs — and things are heating up. This midday update breaks down why Brendan Paul — Diddy's former assistant and alleged drug runner — will now testify under immunity after pleading the Fifth. Jurors were shown Cassie Ventura's heartbreaking text messages after the 2016 hotel beating, including: “I have a black eye and a fat lip.” Plus, the courtroom got tense as Judge Arun Subramanian slammed both legal teams over a leaked article from Friday's sealed hearing — warning of contempt charges and even device searches. The prosecution could rest as soon as tomorrow, with the defense expected to take just 2–5 days.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast#DiddyTrial #SeanCombs #CassieVentura #BrendanPaul #FederalCourt #TrueCrimePodcast #SurvivingTheSurvivor #DrugTrafficking #GagOrder #Racketeering

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. Drama takes over Diddy's trial after the judge kicks out Juror #6 for lying to be on the panel; and questions another about getting "anonymous" texts about Diddy's trial. Day 24 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial was anything but boring... From booting a jury at the start of the day to questioning another--and discussing details about Diddy's hotel nights in detailed and explosive testimony from multiple witnesses included special agents who shared Diddy's credit card activity and the risky behavior associated with the charge. In this Surviving the Survivor episode host Joel Waldman along with #BestGuests break down the most important moments of testimony and discuss whether the juror drama is just that...daily drama...or if it's a bigger issue the court and attorneys will have to address. Sean Diddy Combs is on trial for sex trafficking and racketeering charges, and if convicted, could face life in prison. Sean "Diddy" Combs trial is being held in the Federal Courthouse in Manhattan, New York. Trial started May 12th and today is day 24 of testimony.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast#seancombs #diddy #court #courthearing #manhattan #newyork #nyc #jail #bail #bond #prison #judge #fbi #raid #police #hiphop #music #entertainment #hollywood #actor #rapmusic #jayz #lebron #lebronjames #litigation #defense #discovery #jury #juryselection #trump #donaldtrump #federalprison #alcatraz #cecot #cassie #michaeljordan #kanyewest #kidcudi #kimporter #albsure #michellewilliams #heathledger #markgeragos #openingstatements #tenygeragos #dawnrichard #danitykane #yasinbinda #kerrymorgan #ReginaVentura #SharayHayes #punisher #garardgannon #kidcudi #georgekaplan #dawnhughes #kidcudi #capricornclark #SarahSnedeker

New court filings reveal Bryan Kohberger's dark struggle with addiction and disturbing search history. Judge orders leak probe into Dateline episode that may have violated gag order in Idaho murder case.#STSNation, Welcome to Surviving the Survivor — the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime… Tonight, we dig into shocking new revelations in the Bryan Kohberger case: • His teenage battle with heroin addiction • The moment his own father turned him in to police • A disturbing pattern of internet searches and Ted Bundy obsession • A judge's fiery response to leaked Dateline evidence • The upcoming June 18 hearing that could reshape the trial With jury selection just weeks away and a possible firing squad sentence looming, Kohberger's defense team is racing to reframe him as a deeply troubled — but human — defendant. The state says enough is enough: “It is time.” #BestGuests: Kevin Fixler is 3X Idaho reporter of the year for the Idaho Statesman Skye Lozaro is a Utah-based criminal defense attorney ⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast#BryanKohberger #Idaho4 #MadisonMogen #KayleeGoncalves #EthanChapin #XanaKernodle #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #MurderTrial #DeathPenalty #CriminalJustice #LeakInvestigation #DatelineNBC #TedBundy #HeroinAddiction #CrimePsychology #SurvivingTheSurvivor

Jane's emotional testimony got reaction from a juror and now attorneys have spent 2 hours discussing whether or not what Diddy and Jane did "Behind Close Doors" will be allowed into the courtroom. Today is Day 22 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the live daily show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of true crime. In this lunch live episode, STS host Joel Waldman brings you up to date on all things discussed in court today. Sean "Diddy" Combs is currently on trial in Manhattan federal court, facing serious charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation for prostitution. These charges stem from an indictment unsealed in September 2024, alleging that between 2008 and the present, Combs led a criminal enterprise that exploited women for his sexual desires and used his business empire to conceal and protect his actions . The Diddy trial 2025 has taken the internet by storm as shocking details continue to emerge about the music mogul's alleged involvement in criminal activity. As the Sean "Diddy" Combs lawsuit unfolds, STS continues to give live updates about the latest legal drama and video footage, making it one of the most searched celebrity court cases this year. With testimonies surfacing, fans and critics alike are asking: Is Diddy guilty? In this video, we break down the latest Diddy trial update, explore legal reactions, and analyze how this could impact the future of hip hop culture. Stay tuned for in-depth coverage, expert commentary, and behind-the-scenes insights into one of the most explosive celebrity legal battles of the decade.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast

Authorities believe they're closing in on fugitive dad Travis Decker, accused of killing his three daughters. Police hold a major press conference as tactical teams swarm Blewett Washington#STSNation! Welcome to the podcast that brings you the very #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime… Breaking Developments in the Travis Decker Manhunt. Authorities in Washington State say they may be closing in on the former Army soldier accused of murdering his three daughters. After hikers spotted a lone, suspicious man near Colchuk Lake, search teams and drones narrowed the hunt to Blewett Pass and the Enchantments. Today, law enforcement held a major press conference, revealing new search tactics, critical tips from the public, and an updated warning: Decker is armed, dangerous, and trained to survive off-grid. We're digging into the latest updates — and the chilling psychology of this case — with: #BestGuests Jim Fuda – Former Washington State Hostage Negotiator Douglas MacGregor – GeoProfiler specializing in tracking fugitives using science-based models ⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast#TravisDecker #BreakingNews #Manhunt #PolicePressConference #WAState #TripleMurder #TrueCrimePodcast #SurvivingTheSurvivor #GeoProfiling #HostageNegotiator #FugitiveSearch  

Join us for live coverage of Donna Adelson's court hearing. Donna is accused of orchestrating the 2014 murder-for-hire of her former son-in-law, FSU law professor Dan Markel. Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the live daily show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. The Donna Adelson murder trial centers on the 2014 killing of Dan Markel, a Florida State University law professor, in a murder-for-hire allegedly orchestrated by the Adelsons. The state says motives stems from a custody dispute between Dan Markel and his ex-wife, Wendi Adelson, which led to a bitter a legal battle over their two children. Prosecutors believe Donna Adelson, motivated by a desire to have Wendi and her grandchildren closer to her in South Florida, conspired with her son, Charlie Adelson, to have her ex son-in-law Dan Markel killed. Charlie Adelson was convicted of first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation of murder in 2023 and sentenced to life in prison. Donna Adelson was arrested days later in November 2023 at Miami International Airport while attempting to board a flight to Vietnam, a country without extradition to the United States. She faces charges of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and solicitation of murder. Her trial is scheduled to begin in August of 2025.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast#DonnaAdelson #DanMarkel #CourtHearing #MurderTrial #TrueCrime #LegalAnalysis #FSU #FloridaNews #LiveCoverage #JusticeForDanMarkel #TrialUpdates 

Brad Pitt. Leonardo DiCaprio. Michael Jordan. Shaquille O'Neal. Their names surfaced in court as Sean “Diddy” Combs stands trial for sex trafficking and RICO charges. On Day 21, ex-girlfriend “Jane” returns with explosive testimony about hotel nights, drug abuse, and celebrity-filled chaos. #STSNation, Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the podcast that brings you the Best Guests in all of True Crime… On Day 21 of Sean “Diddy” Combs' explosive federal sex trafficking trial, celebrities take the spotlight — sort of. Names like Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio, Michael Jordan, and Shaquille O'Neal surfaced in bizarre and disturbing testimony as “Jane,” one of Combs' ex-girlfriends, returned to the stand. She detailed how she was manipulated into “freak offs,” compared Combs to MJ, an escort to Shaq, and herself to Kobe — and revealed Diddy still pays her $10,000 a month in rent. She also alleged drug addiction, sex tape extortion, and emotional abuse — and defense attorneys tried to paint her as a willing participant. We break down the legal drama, the celebrity crossover, and what this means for Diddy's future.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast#DiddyTrial #SeanCombs #BradPitt #LeonardoDiCaprio #CassieVentura #MichaelJordan #ShaquilleONeal #RICO #SexTrafficking #TrueCrime #SurvivingTheSurvivor 

A Kentucky sheriff guns down a judge in cold blood — on camera. Now he wants the murder case dropped, claiming courthouse sex scandals, cover-ups, and a mental break. #STSNation! Welcome to the podcast that promises to bring you the very #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime. The murder was caught on video.The courthouse was allegedly filled with sex, secrets, and threats. And now the killer says he's the victim. Former Letcher County Sheriff Mickey Stines was caught on tape unloading bullets into Judge Kevin Mullins—but now he wants the entire murder case thrown out. He claims prosecutors broke the rules, grand jurors were manipulated, and that he was silenced for knowing too much about explosive sexual misconduct inside the courthouse, including sex acts allegedly caught on tape in the judge's own chambers. We're unpacking the chilling video, the bombshell new motions, and whether the insanity defense is a play for sympathy—or something more sinister. #BestGuests: Elizabeth Jones – Host of Hillbilly Crime, breaking down small-town secrets General Mark Davidson – Tennessee DA who knows rural justice inside out John Tompkins – Sharp criminal defense attorney & former prosecutor who's seen both sides⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast

Sean Diddy Combs' ex girlfriend "Jane" says she was treated like an animal, forced into endless nights of Freak Offs and threatened financially in emotional testimony and cross ex today. Diddy is on trial for 5 counts of sex trafficking and racketeering and has pleaded not guilty to all charges. If he's convicted, he could face life in prison. Today is Day 20 of Diddy's trial and the cross examination of a key witness continues. While Jane admit she still loves Diddy and he still pays her rent, she also opens up about the emotional abuse and trauma she's suffered on top of the financial threats from Diddy. Is this testimony enough to prove Diddy ran a criminal enterprise?⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast

As Donna Adelson awaits trial in the murder-for-hire plot of Dan Markel, explosive new motions seek to suppress key testimony. Meanwhile, disturbing jail logs suggest a potential mental health breakdown behind bars #STSNation, Welcome to Surviving the Survivor — the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime. Tonight, we break down stunning new developments in the Donna Adelson case: • A motion to suppress testimony from Sara Yousuf, a former friend of Wendi Adelson, who says Donna called Dan “a jerk” shortly after his murder. • A separate legal push to block Stephen Webster, Dan's post-divorce attorney, from testifying about alleged comments and family dynamics. • And perhaps most shocking: new jail logs suggest Donna has been pacing her cell naked and laughing to herself, raising questions about her mental state and trial readiness. The trial is now set for August, but the legal chess match is heating up fast. #BestGuests: • R. Timothy Jansen, famed Tallahassee criminal defense attorney & former federal prosecutor • Professor Jo Potuto, Professor Emerita, University of Nebraska College of Law, constitutional and criminal law expert Join us as we cut through the legal noise and get to the truth behind the headlines.#DonnaAdelson #DanMarkel #TrueCrime #MurderForHire #FSULaw #JusticeForDanMarkel #CriminalDefense #TrialCoverage #MentalHealth #JailhouseBehavior #LegalAnalysis #SurvivingTheSurvivor⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast

Sean "Diddy" Combs' former girlfriend "Jane" says she was forced to have sex with partners for hours & perform for Diddy or would be forced out of her home. Jane testified Combs was paying her rent and still pays her rent now. Jane is one of the four key witnesses. Jane's accusations refer to the government's indictment that alleges Diddy ran his business empire as a criminal enterprise and exploited women through his financial support. Diddy is on trial and faces five criminal counts of racketeering conspiracy; sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion; and transportation to engage in prostitution. Sean Diddy Combs has pleaded not guilty to all the chargesbut if he's convicted, he could face life in prison.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast

In this breaking news episode of Surviving The Survivor STS host Joel Waldman and #BestGuests bring you the latest in the Donna Adelson case--and we're hearing she's out of the Leon County jail. Donna Adelson is supposed to go on trial in August for the murder of her ex -son-in-law Dan Markel in a murder-for-hire plot. Dan Markel, who was going through a custody battle with his ex wife, Wendi Adelson, was shot and killed nearly 11 years ago.⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast

A week after 3 young sisters were murdered during a court-approved visitation, fugitive father Travis Decker remains on the run — possibly on the Pacific Crest Trail. Tonight, Surviving the Survivor breaks down the latest manhunt developments and the growing Amber Alert controversy.#STSNation! Welcome to Surviving the Survivor — the podcast that brings you the very #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime. It's been one week since 9-year-old Paityn, 8-year-old Evelyn, and 5-year-old Olivia Decker were found murdered near a Washington State campground — after a court-approved visitation with their father, Travis Decker. Now, Decker — a former Army Ranger with survival training — remains on the run. Authorities believe he may be traveling along the Pacific Crest Trail, and the manhunt is intensifying. Meanwhile, the case is igniting a nationwide debate over Amber Alert laws, parental visitation safety, and systemic failures in protecting children of parents with documented mental illness and military trauma. Tonight, we break down: • The latest manhunt developments and leads • What went wrong with the Amber Alert process • The larger questions about mental health services for veterans and family court protections • What happens next in the search for Travis Decker #BestGuests: Jim Fuda — Retired King County, Seattle Hostage Negotiator Pascale Fortmann — Attorney & Amber Alert Specialist⸻ #Support the show:All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast