Texas CrimeCast

From The Dallas Morning News, ‘The Death of Botham Jean: Amber Guyger on Trial’ is a series of special reports about the murder trial of fired Dallas police officer Amber Guyger in the shooting death of Botham Jean. In this latest episode, The News’ Jennifer Emily reports on the dramatic police footage and emotional testimony that set the stage for Day 2 of the trial.  To subscribe, search for "The Dallas Morning News" in any podcast player to get our audio feed of daily headlines and special reports. Go back to episode 1 and listen from the beginning to get more backstory and analysis on this case.  Help support our journalism by subscribing to The Dallas Morning News. Our listeners will find a special offer at http://dallasnews.com/audio. Questions or comments? Email us at audio@dallasnews.com.  

It's been nearly three weeks since the shootings in downtown Dallas that left five police officers dead and injured seven others and two civilians. Host Jen Emily chats with Sarah Mervosh, Kevin Krause, and Hannah Wise about that horrific night. Hannah was on the streets covering the protest and provided updates throughout the night, Sarah quickly returned to work and stayed on scene for many hours, and Kevin has been learning more about the shooter, Micah Johnson. Mike Hashimoto ends the show with his usual "Dropping the Mic" segment, discussing Dallas Police Chief David Brown. Join the conversation! https://twitter.com/TexasCrimeCast https://www.facebook.com/texascrimecast/ Catch new episodes out on Tuesdays.

In the latest episode, we cover all angles of jury duty: why you should serve, what problems come up in picking jurors, and what it's like to serve, especially in serious cases like capital murder. Host Jen Emily chats with state district judge Brandon Birmingham, defense attorney Angel Mata, Dallas Morning News environmental reporter Jeff Mosier, and DMN federal courts reporter Kevin Krause about juries. Editorial writer Mike Hashimoto end the show with his latest “Hashing It Out,” also on the topic of jury duty. Join the conversation! https://twitter.com/TexasCrimeCast https://www.facebook.com/texascrimecast/ Catch new episodes out on Tuesdays.

Host Jen Emily chats with appellate court justice Lana Myers and her husband David Myers. Breaking news reporter Naheed Rajwani also joins the show. Today's episode is about a love story - and how jury duty lead to Lana and David getting married. Justice Myers also recalls a case that stands out from her time on the bench -- a man who had a violent outburst after she sentenced him to death. She then talks about her work with STAR Court (Success Through Addiction Recovery.) Editorial writer Mike Hashimoto ends the show talking about Johnny Manziel.

Host Jen Emily chats with attorneys Juan Sanchez and Toby Shook. Sanchez is a defense attorney who has worked on five death penalty cases. Shook sought the death penalty against defendants 21 times. The three talk about how prosecutors decide to seek the ultimate punishment and what it's like in the courtroom during the trial. Editorial writer Mike Hashimoto ends the show talking about Dallas County D.A. Susan Hawk and how it's still not time to demand she quit.

In this edition, host Sarah Mervosh talks about the loose dog problem in southern Dallas. On the show today - Sharon Grigsby of The Dallas Morning News' editorial board, Peter Brodsky of the city's animal advisory commission, animal activist Stephanie Timko, and Dallas City Councilwoman Tiffinni Young of District 7. The group discusses the ongoing problem and what's being done to fix it. Also, the group talks about Antoinette Brown, the woman who was killed by a pack of dogs, who turned on her in a South Dallas field. Mike Hashimoto ends the show with his take on the loose dog problem.

Jen Emily chats with Tasha Tsiaperas and Tristan Hallman about two anniversaries. First, it's the one year anniversary of the attack on the Dallas Police Department. Tristan talks about his interviews with officers who were in the line of fire. Also, it's been 20 years since Darlie Routier stabbed her two young sons to death in Rowlett. The group talks about why some question her guilt and why others have no doubts.

Jen Emily talks with Tasha Tsiaperas and Naheed Rajwani about the suspicious death of Dallas lawyer Ira Tobolowsky, who was beloved by the legal community. Also on the show, the group chats with investigative reporter Sue Ambrose about the fallout after the rape scandal at Baylor. Editorial Mike Hashimoto ends the CrimeCast on why we feel differently about a teen who killed at 13 and granted parole compared to Affluenza teen Ethan Couch.

Host Jen Emily chats with Gromer Jeffers and Kevin Krause on a variety of topics. In this episode, you'll hear about an Iraqi man who became a U.S. military translator but then declared his loyalty to ISIS. Another man immigrated here to escape the violence in Iraq, only to be murdered in North Texas. Also. hear the latest on Dallas County Disctrict Attorney Susan Hawk who is seeking medical treatment for severe depression. Finally, editorial writer Mike Hashimoto gives his thoughts on the Baylor scandal and how the university handled sexual assault convictions and allegations against members of the football team. https://twitter.com/TexasCrimeCast

Host Jen Emily chats with Naheed Rajwani and Christopher Wynn. They just reported on a story about Christopher Colbert, who came to Dallas in pursuit of wealth and fame and left an alleged con man and murderer. He is accused of killing Ronald Shumway, hiding his body under a slab of concrete and posing as him to sell his house. The group also talks to Fred Robertson, who found Shumway's body. Read the full story here - http://interactives.dallasnews.com/2016/cracked/?_ga=1.158626812.777719847.1452175842

Host Jen Emily chats with Naomi Martin, Smiley Pool, and Irwin Thompson. The group talks about Wacko Waco and whether it's losing that image cultivated for years with tragedies like the deadly Branch Davidian standoff and the Twin Peaks shooting. But, there is now an element of cool in some parts of the town - mainly because of the HGTV show "Fixer Upper." Editorial writer Mike Hashimoto will close out the show with his 'Hashing it Out' segment, looking at how police and prosecutors have handled the aftermath of the Twin Peaks shootout.

In this week's episode, hosts Jen Emily and Tasha Tsiaperas discuss the closing of the Dallas homeless encampment Tent City and the first court appearance of Johnny Manziel. Christopher Wynn joins the show to talk about his new podcast 'Strange.' (Download it on iTunes or stream it at guidelive.com/podcasts and the DMN's AudioBoom page.) Claire Ballor and Sarah Mervosh chat about a profile they did looking at a man connected to seven victims in two states. Finally, Mike Hashimoto ends the show with his latest "Hashing it Out."

Host Jen Emily chats with enterprise writer Dave Tarrant, college sports writer Chuck Carlton, and UT Dallas criminology professor Alex Piquero. The focus this week is on athletes, violence, and crime - a common theme with the indictment of Johnny Manziel in a domestic violence case and assault cases involving Baylor football players. Piquero and two colleagues studied violence among NFL players and shares his findings with the group.

This week, host Jen Emily talks with guest Britton Peele, the geek culture critic for The News' Guide Live, about two Texas companies making real guns that look like the old-school Nintendo zappers. Kevin Krause talks about a DMN investigationinto a plea agreement with a Mexican drug kingpin. Editorial writer Mike Hashimoto opines about the legal troubles of former Aggie and Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel.

Host Jen Emily chats with Naheed Rajwani and Julie Fancher about several criminal justice stories in the news this week. On the show, the group discusses the capture of murder suspect Brenda Delgado, the latest in the saga of affluenza teen Ethan Couch. Also, a discussion on the murder of Stacy Fawcett and her son at the hands of another son, who then killed himself. Jen then talks about her interview with Maria Escamilla, a domestic violence survivor who was awarded more than $40 million by a civil jury.

Host Tasha Tsiaperas chats with Cindy Crain of the Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance, Sam Merten of The Bridge, and Michael Sitarzewski of the Cedars Neighborhood Association. The group discusses plans to close Tent City in Dallas, the massive homeless encampment under I-45 outside downtown.

Host Tasha Tsiaperas chats with reporters Naomi Martin and Sarah Mervosh. The group will discuss the David and Goliath story of a real estate firm's lawsuit against an elderly woman with demential, the postponed execution for a father who killed his daughters, and the latest complaints against the Dallas police chief.

Host Jen Emily chats with fellow reporters Naheed Rajwani and Claire Ballor about a mother accused of killing her young daughters, a man murdered after finding notoriety by having sex on a Ferris wheel with a stranger on his wedding day and a love triangle that may have led to a shooting in Kaufman. Joining us in the studio is state District Judge Brandon Birmingham to talk about guitars, Justin Bieber, what we can learn from exonerations, what it's like on a felony court bench and jury duty. Editorial writer Mike Hashimoto then ends the show with his latest Hashing It Out.

Host Jen Emily chats with Kevin Krause and Claire Ballor about a Farmers Branch officer who was charged with murder and aggravated assault after shooting and killing one teen, and injuring another. This happened while Officer Ken Johnson was working off duty. Also, a chat about a missing UNT student who hasn't been seen for two decades. New leads in the case may point to her remains.

Host Tasha Tsiaperas chats with Dianne Solis, Kevin Krause, and Naheed Rajwani. Today's shows is centered on heroin - the group will discuss a new effort to treat heroin as an addiction rather than a crime, and the plot to inject heroin into 19-year-old Rian Lashley to steal $3,500. Rian's dad, Joseph Lashley, will join the show as well to talk Good Samaritan laws.

Host Tasha Tsiaperas chats with breaking news reporter Claire Ballor on the death of Euless police officer David Hofer. Naheed Rajwani also joins the show to discuss the new task force to help reduce violent crime. Also, Dianne Solis chats with attorney Paul Zoltan about the record backlog of pending immigration cases.

On today's show, Tasha Tsiaperas and Julie Fancher chat with Garland police detective Gary Sweet, Rafael McDonnell from the Resource Center, and Lee Daugherty of Alexandre's Bar. The group chat about how a rash of attacks in Oak Lawn parallel the fear in the gay community back in 2005, after seven men were killed. At the time, many feared there might be a serial killer targeting gay men.

Dallas Morning News reporters Kevin Krause, Tristan Hallman and Naheed Rajwani discuss a lawsuit against The First 48 and an anti-Islam shooter who was out of a jail on a paperwork snafu. Their colleague Dave Tarrant also joins to talk about reaction to his story intertwining the lives of a UNT student killed on New Year’s and the man who allegedly shot her.

Dallas Morning News reporters Tristan Hallman, Kevin Krause and Naomi Martin talk about alleged pharmaceutical kickback schemes and the Johnny Manziel saga. Their colleague Dave Tarrant also joins to talk about a UNT student killed on New Year's in an apparent road rage incident.

Sex assault victims advocate Courtney Underwood and Dallas Police sexual assaults Lt. Israel Herrara discuss with Dallas Morning News criminal justice reporters the problems cops and victims have dealing with rapes and rape cases.

The Dallas Morning News crime and court reporters discuss wrongful convictions with exoneree Christopher Scott and Dallas County Assistant District Attorney Patricia Cummings. How does it happen and what is being done so that it does not happen in the future.

The Dallas Morning News criminal justice reporters discuss the upcoming execution of John Battaglia, who killed his two daughters. We get an update on the trial of a woman associated with the John Wiley Price federal corruption case. And Attorney Ray Jackson comes in to talk about his new novel Lone Justice.

In this episode, hosts Tristan Hallman, Naomi Martin, and Kevin Krause discuss murder rates and Dallas Police staffing. Frederick Frazier from the Assist the Officer Foundation calls in. The organization helps out Dallas officers affected by the recent tornado outbreak. Reporter Alfredo Corchado discusses the capture of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, then hear the latest news on the Jalisco cartel. Mike Hashimoto ends the podcast with his thoughts on the 20-year anniversary of Amber Hagerman's abduction in Arlington.

Host Sarah Mervosh chats with reporters Naheed Rajwani, Kevin Krause, and Alfredo Corchado on Affluenza teen Ethan Couch. The teen fled to Mexico with his mother Tonya while on probation; he received probation after killing 4 people in a drunk driving accident. The latest details from the case are discussed and what we can expect in the future.

Dallas Morning News Tasha Tsiaperas, Jennifer Emily, Naheed Rajwani, Naomi Martin, Julie Fancher and Tristan Hallman each recount the biggest story they covered in 2015.

Dallas Morning News reporters Jen Emily and Tristan Hallman discuss the how children tried as adults fare in prison, and what it says about society. Dallas lawyer George Ashford also joins.

On this week's episode, hosts Tristan Hallman and Naomi Martin chat with reporter Naheed Rajwani about Ethan Couch. The teen known for 'affluenza' is missing from probation. Investigative reporter Brooks Egerton discusses his latest piece on deadly dentistry, and Dallas Police Deputy Chief Jeff Cotner talks about the upcoming open carry law.

The Dallas Morning News crime and court reporters talk about the City of Dallas turning to a cite and release attitude towards pot, an arrest was made in an Oaklawn crime but are these the suspects in the large string of crimes in Oaklawn. DPD Chief David Brown wants more cops to reduce response times in Dallas. Supervisor of Dallas County DA Animal Cruelty Unit Carmen White and Houston lawyer specializing in animal rights Zander Anderson joined us to talk about animal cruelty and punishments.

Tristan Hallman and Naomi Martin chat about the recent string of Oak Lawn attacks and if they can be considered as hate crimes. The hosts also chat with Austin bureau chief Brandi Grisson about prison suicides. Reporter Conor Shine is in the studio to discuss illegal dumping in the city of Dallas. Finally, Dr. Melinda Schlager of the Caruth Police Institute joins the conversation in studio about police body cameras.

In this special edition for Thanksgiving, Dallas Morning News crime reporters Tasha Tsiaperas and Julie Fancher interview Garza and Ibarra about how they handle long unsolved murder cases.

The Dallas Morning News criminal justice reporters also talk about drawings and child porn charges and are joined by Austin Bureau Reporter Tom Benning.

Sarah Mervosh, Naomi Martin and Tristan Hallman talk about Susan Hawk's return to the courtroom for a murder trial, the Dallas Police Department's use of force training and the South by Southwest murders.

The Dallas Morning News crime reporters talk about a sexual assault case in Ellis county where 5 ex-volunteer fire fighters are accused of sexual assaulting another volunteer fire fighter with a sausage. An alarming number of robberies have been reported on the Katy Trail in Dallas and residents are concerned. Texas lawyers Jim Adler "The Texas Hammer and Bryan Wilson "Texas Law Hawk" join us to discuss law ads.

The Dallas Morning News crime and courts reporters discuss the David Stevens murder and his wife Patti Stevens suicide. Bernie Tiede story contiues as prosecutors prepare for a new trial. Defense attorneys discuss what actually goes into an insanity plea.

Julie Fancher talks about the cold case of Melissa LeSuerur in the city of Dallas and the detectives working all the cold cases. Naomi Martin talks about her interview with the widow of David Stevens, the runner that was killed while on White Rock Creek Trail. State auditors finished an audit of former Dallas County DA Craig Watson's office and found a lot of questions. Sarah Mervosh talks to guest Dr. Denise Boots about domestic violence in Dallas County.

The Dallas Morning News crime reporters discuss a violent week in Dallas that led to three murders including the murder of teen Zoe Hastings, updates in the Kendra Hatcher case and why police are still looking for one suspect. Exoneree Christopher Scott talks about life after being release from prison.

The Dallas Morning News crime and court reporters talk to John Burgdorf of DFW Scanner, Sarah Mervosh discusses her interview with Dallas County DA Susan Hawk, who returned to work after treatment for depression. Naomi Martin and Tristan Hallman discuss the turmoil surrounding Dallas Police Chief David Brown.

The Dallas Morning News crime reporters talk about a professor arrested in a steroid bust, a Prosper teacher in trouble for reporting a possible crime against a student, and the growing group of people calling for Dallas Police Chief David Brown to resign.

In episode 2, Tristan Halman joins Sarah Mervosh and Jennifer Emily for all things crime in Texas. The hosts chat with Austin bureau chief Brandi Grissom about the death penalty. Also, special guest Cindy Stormer is interviewed in studio. The fired high-ranking prosecutor at the Dallas County DA's office levels more accusations about Susan Hawk's behavior.

In this inaugural episode, Tristan Hallman, Tasha Tsiaperas and Sarah Mervosh discuss the big stories in North Texas - including downtown Dallas panhandling and a Dallas man who got no prison time for killing his transgender girlfriend. Avi Selk joins the hosts to talk about the story he broke involving the 14-year-old Irving student who was suspended after bringing a clock to school.