Time of Death Podcast

This week, I really wanted to look at some of the big cases to come from California's death row. The three cases that really stood out to me were some of the big changes that happened on their Condemned Row including their first time using the gas chamber and their first execution after the de facto moratoriums in the 70s. I also looked at their last execution and how it has affected the state since. I hope you enjoy it! Have a great weekend and I'll see you on Wednesday.

Our big news story today centers on a US-Pakistan national that was sentenced to death for killing a close friend after she rejected his romantic advances. The case focuses on domestic violence in Pakistan and a bill that has been making its way through their Senate that will help put an end to the crippling normality of abuse in the country. In other news, the Supreme Court has declined to hear a GA case regarding intellectual disability, 56 prosecutors nationwide have written a letter urging the abolition of the death penalty and a Texas death penalty case has been reopened after a documentary came out arguing the defendant's innocence. I hope you enjoy this week's episode and stay tuned for the deep dive on Friday!

This week's deep dive focuses on California's death row. There's been a lot of close calls with this one but for some reason, California still keeps a tight hold on its death row. Why is this the case even though the state hasn't had an execution since 2006? I hope you enjoy it!

Coming back with another news dive! This week I've sprinkled in some international news out of Singapore and Papua New Guinea as well as an update to Utah's House Committee hearing for House Bill 147, which would repeal its death row. I hope you enjoy it!

Every Tuesday (this week it was Wednesday...whoops), we will be breaking down some of the biggest news stories of the week! This week, there's been a lot of commotion regarding the complicated relationship between California and their death penalty along with some Conservative hesitancy surrounding anti-capital punishment legislation in Kentucky and Utah. Let's get into this! If you enjoy this content, feel free to leave me a review on Apple Podcast as well as check out my social media pages @TimeofDeathPod. See ya'll on Friday.

Hi guys! This week we are talking about Rodney Alcala, notoriously known as "The Dating Game Killer." Alcala terrorized both LA and NYC during the 70s and 80s. As you might know, in July of this year, Alcala died of natural causes finally freeing the world from one more demon. So, let's all take a couple of shots and get ready for this episode. If you like this episode or any of my other ones, feel free to give a 5-star review on Apple Podcast and follow me on my socials @TimeofDeathPod!

And we are back with part TWO of the Sacco and Vanzetti's story. This week we finally get to their executions and aftermath. Do you think the two are guilty? Also, do you think that their trial and appeals were fair? Let me know on my Instagram and Twitter! As always, if you loved this episode, feel free to follow me on my socials @TimeofDeathPod and leave me a five star review on Apple Podcast! New episodes are out on Fridays.

This week, I decided to do a two-part series on the trial and execution of Sacco and Vanzetti. This case is a very famous case because it involves debate about immigration, anarchism and xenophobia that was popping up in Post-WWI America at the time. I hope you guys learn as much as I did when researching this case!! If you liked this episode, please feel free to give me a five star review on Apple podcast and go check out my social @TimeofDeathPod. See you next Friday!

This week, I watched the documentary The Phantom and I was inspired to talk about Carlos DeLuna, a death row inmate in Texas that may have been wrongfully executed. The case is actually pretty insane because it might have been a case of mistaken identity and police error. Buckle up folks because this is a wild story! If you liked this episode, leave me a five star review on Apple podcast!!

This week, I wanted to dive into the history of the firing squad, one of the least used methods of execution. Buckle up for a wild ride as we dive into it's history, some of the most notorious prisoners to be executed by firing squad and how the mormons fit into all of this. If you enjoy this episode, make sure to come back every friday for more and leave me a five star review on Apple podcast!

Arizona made national and international headlines the past month after documents obtained by the newspaper The Guardian showed that Arizona was retrofitting its almost 80-year-old gas chamber for upcoming executions. Not only this, but the purchase of Zyklon B, an insecticide used during the Holocaust to execute Jews in Auschwitz, was also purchased by Arizona's DOC. Why is this a problem and what are the repercussions of its use? Let's find out together. If you enjoy this episode and my other ones make sure to give this podcast a five star review!

Hi guys! Long time no see. I'm back with another episode. This one is a mini just to help me get back in the swing of things. This week, we are talking about Lai Xiaomin and his sentence to death for financial crimes including millions in bribes between 2008 and 2018 as well as defying the Communist Party. For updates on this case and others, follow me on social media @TimeofDeathPod and make sure to leave a five star review on Apple Podcast! See you next week.

Hi guys! This week's episode is one that took me a while to get to, mainly because it hits so close to home for me. This week, we are talking about the case and trial of Boston Bomber, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. We will be exploring the case from the very beginning. I will also give some commentary about the most recent news and where the case is heading. If you liked this episode, feel free to leave me a five star review on Apple Podcast and follow all of my social media @TimeofDeathPod for more information on this case and others! 

Hi guys! It's been a while since I posted an episode but I am back.  This week, I wanted to dive into the case of Lezmond Mitchell, the sole Native American on federal death row. He is set to be executed on August 26th so I thought it would be a perfect time to talk about his case and the Navajo Nation's fight to commute his sentence to life imprisonment.  What are your thoughts on the federal government going through with this execution even though it goes against the tribal sovereignty and beliefs of the Navajo people? Do you think Mitchell will be executed on the 26th?  If you liked this episode, make sure to leave me a 5 star review on Apple Podcast and check out my social media accounts @TimeofDeathPod for more information. 

Hey guy! This is our FIRST EPISODE! This week, we talk about the Supreme Court's decision not to hear the challenge against the federal government's new protocol for the federal death penalty, ACLU put out a law suit against the government and a zen Buddhist priest advocates to delay federal execution due to the COVID-19 pandemic.As always, new episodes come out Monday and Friday. Follow me on all of my socials @TimeofDeathPod. If you have any comments, recommendations or concerns feel free to send them to my email: TimeofDeathPod@gmail.com and, also, leave me a review if you follow me on apple podcast! Thanks! 

Welcome to the Time of Death Podcast! I am your host, Taylor. Each week I will do a deep dive into the most pressing, outstanding and interesting news of the week regarding the most infamous form of punishment to date. I will also hone in on a specific topic, whether it branches from the news that I discussed or it is something on the lines of a inmate profile or maybe a history lesson on a specific state or country’s death penalty.New episodes come out every Monday and Friday and all of my social media is @TimeofDeathPod. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at TimeofDeathPod@gmail.com. See ya then!

Hello guys,In this week's episode we discussed the film Dead Man Walking directed by Tim Robbins, who adapted the screenplay from the non-fiction book of the same name. We discussed the events that led Sister Helen Prejean played by Susan Sarandon, to become the spiritual adviser of death row inmate, Matthew Poncelet (Sean Penn). Taylor and I dived into the accuracy of the film based upon the information we gathered from previous episodes. Join us to explore this film and its importance towards the death penalty. As always, you can find this episode and past ones in the link in the bio as well as our resource page and other social media. 

Hi guys! We are hitting you with a solo episode this week as Douglas finishes finals and wraps up his last semester of college. I thought I'd give a quick rundown on any news you might have missed in April. If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on all our social media with the handle @timeofdeathpod

Hey guys, In this week's episode, we talk about a death row inmate's last 24 hours before their execution. Douglas and I will dive into the protocols put into place before an inmate is executed, the logistics of last meals, last words and last rites as well as some crazy stories about two death row inmates' final days.If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on all our social media with the handle @timeofdeathpod

Hello guys,----more----In this week's episode we decided to discuss the regulation surrounding the death drug and this drug affect the death penalty. We researched current measurements states are taking to obtain the drug. We also discuss the case of Angel Diaz a man who had a terrible execution that caused him an awful amount of pain. Join us and learn more about these regulations and interesting case. If you liked this episode don't forget to follow us on social media @timeofdeathpod and give us a five star review.

Hey guys! We are bringing you another update pill. This week we dive into some interesting stories from February and March like how the coronavirus is shaking up execution dates and Colorado becoming the 22nd state to abolish the death penalty. If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hey guys!In this week's episode, we are talking about the 90s! This decade was one of the most infamous for its crime rates and  overall support for "tough on crime" initiatives. Doug and I will be diving into some big bills and events of the 90s that helped to shape the decades after!If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hello Guys!After a small break and social isolation we bring you an exciting new episode focusing on San Quentin State Prison. This is the only prison in the state of California that is allow to carry out executions. Join us and learned about the history of this prison with us.If you enjoy this episode please give us a five star review on apple podcast and don't forget to follow us on social media @timeofdeathpod.  

Hey Guys! We are back and this week we are diving into how pop culture has shaped the death penalty socially. We go into some interesting songs, movies and public figures and break down how the perception of the death penalty in these mediums can shape public perception. If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hey Guys,In this week's episode we decided to talk about Sophie Scholl. She was a German student and anti-Nazi political activist, active within the White Rose non-violent resistance group in Nazi Germany. She was convicted of high treason after having been found distributing anti-war leaflets at the University of Munich. This episode shows how execution can be applied to those who commit a hideous crime as well as those who try to make a change. If you like this episode don't forget to follow us on social media @timeofdeathpod and give us a 5 star review.

Hey guys!We are back, yet again, with another episode. This time we are headed to a galaxy far far away. We are talking about the Star Wars and all of the mentions of the galactic death penalty. It's a crazy ride, buckle up!If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hey guys! Back at you with another update pill. This week we talk about stories from Pakistan, Belarus and  many more. We dive into the appeals for Charleston Church Shooter Dylann Roof and talk about the first execution of the year.  If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hey guys!We are back with the first episode of our new segment. We will be taking some of the most well known bad guys from your favorite movies and putting them on trial to see if they will be executed or given life in prison. What better way to start this than with a character we all love and hate! Tag along as we have a great debate on whether this charming prince should be executed or not!If you enjoy this episode please give us a five star review on apple podcast and follow us on our social medias @timeofdeathpod

 Hello guys,In this week's episode we are talking about John Wayne Gacy aka The killer clown who terrorized multiple teen age boys during his cursed years. We will focus on his trial, appeals and his time as a death row inmate. Join us to see John's change from a man with social influence to a killer who painted himself in jail.If you enjoy this episode, give us a five star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hello guys!After a little hiatus due to our trip to Canada we are back and better than ever. This week we bring you another exciting update pill. In this update we explore the relevant news that happened during the month of December.If you enjoyed this episode give us a 5 start review on apple podcast and don't forget to follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hey guys!Happy New Year. We are back with another episode for you. This week we are diving into the history of the Canadian death penalty. Taylor and I are on vacation in Canada and wanted to learn a little bit about the history of our maple syrup loving neighbors. If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Happy Holidays Time of Death Family!Because we are a committed couple of podcasters we bring you an excited new episode on this holiday. Episode 18 is all about the trauma executioners go through during and after their careers as executioners. How do they deal with the fact that they were legally allow to kill someone? How do they interact with their peers and family after such act?We discussed those and more questions in this episode so go ahead and bring true crime into your holiday!If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast. We are also on Spotify, Stitcher and Youtube, follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hey guys,In this week’s episode, we talk about the cost of the death penalty. We will dive into some of the misconceptions that surround the death penalty cost along with individual state cases that have stood out to us. At the end, Douglas and I will being doing a Q&A just to wrap our heads around this topic. If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod.

Hey guys,In this week’s episode we talk about the firing squad! We will be diving into the method and history of this less talked about execution method. Worldwide, it is still one of the most common execution methods and can still be practiced in three states in the United States. If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod .

Hey guys, In this week’s episode we are talking about Rodney Reed, Texas death row inmate who has garnered national news recently. We will focus on his trial, appeals, new evidence in the case and the social influence that has helped him get a delay in his execution. If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hey guys,In this week's episode we talk about Timothy McVeigh aka The Oklahoma City Bomber. We dive into his early life and how his love for guns made him grow into one of the first american terrorists. Join us as we discuss his actions and possible motives for his actions.If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Hey guys,In this week’s episode we bring you another update pill where we focused on the most recent news that occurred during the month of October.If you enjoy this episode, give us a 5 star review on Apple podcast and follow us on our social media @timeofdeathpod

Welcome back family!In honor of the spooky festivities coming to us tomorrow, October 31, we decided to bring you some paranormal activities to your ears! We focused on some of the most popular urban stories from revengeful spirits lurking a prison to people executed on the spookiest day of the year! If you are into both true crime and spooky stories that will force you to keep an eye open this is your episode my dear friend!Like always you can find us on Spotify, Stitcher, Apple Podcast and now on Youtube. So no excuses for you!Don't forget to follow us on our social medias @timeofdeathpod and give us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast

 Hello Time of Death Familia!!We are back with another exciting episode, but this time we focused on Saudi Arabia. This country in Western Asia is rank number #3 in the world for confirmed executions! We dived in some of the statistical analysis and some in-depth conversation on how religion has a big impact on their decision of utilizing beheadings as a method of execution. Clearly, we couldn't leave you without a case, right? Well, don't you worry because we will introduce you to Prince Faisal and how he caused havoc in the kingdom back in 1975.If you liked this episode please leaves us a five star review on apple podcast, you can also find us on Spotify, Stitcher and now on Youtube.Please share this podcast with friends and family and follow us on all our social medias, FB, Twitter and IG as @thetimeofdeathpod

Hey guys! For this week's episode, we are talking about famous executioners. Bare with us, we are a little sillier than usual but we are hitting you with some HARD facts. Some highlights are our discussions on Charles-Henri Sanson and Anatole Deibler, two very famous executioners in France. If you enjoy this episode, feel free to give us some love on our social media @TimeofDeathPod and leave us a five star review on Apple Podcast. 

OMG we're back! After pulling our last episode due to technical difficulties, we are back at you with a very new and very interesting new episode. We are talking about Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, a couple charged with espionage and sentenced to death during the Cold War era. Listen as we explain the "crime of the century" and the execution of the duo.We have also tried something new by adding sound bites in the episode as well! If you love us, go follow us on our social media @TimeofDeathPod and leave us a five star review! 

Hello there beautiful people!In this week's episode we focused on another method of execution, one that deals with something we use daily...electricity! That's right we are talking about the electric chair. From its origins in 19th New York to some intense cases! You definitely do not want to miss this out!Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @timeofdeathpod.Leave us a 5 star review on apple podcast!

Hey guys! This week we are diving into the lives of family members of capital offenders. It is a side of the story you rarely hear about or see. We will talk about some of the trauma and experiences these families have while going through the trial process and execution.  As always, make sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @TimeofDeathPod and make sure to leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcast.  Thanks,Doug and Tay

In this week's episode, we talk about lethal gas. We cover the history, the method and some significant cases. Stay tuned! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Twitter @TimeofDeathPod.  Leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast!

Hey guys! Welcome back to another Update Pill. Today we are giving a brief run down of any significant death row news from August. Featured: International death penalty legislation, North Carolina's battle against racial bias and more.  Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @TimeofDeathPod. Make sure to leave us a five star review on Apple Podcast

In this episode, we take a look at the Medieval era dating from 476 AD – 1492. We discussed some of the common methods of executions utilized in those times. Come join us and learn about the most badass man and their insane executions as they tried to do the unthinkable!  Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @TimeofDeathPod.  Don't forget to leave a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcast. 

Female Death Row inmates are one in a dozen but that doesn't mean they are any less deadly than the boys. Stay tuned for this week's episode as we talk about some bat shit crazy woman stole, lied and murdered for personal gain.  Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @TimeofDeathPod.  Don't forget to leave a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcast. 

Welcome back! This week we will be discussing "Death Row Phenomenon" AKA "Death Row Syndrome". This deals with the mental state of death row inmates during their time on death row as they await their execution. We will also talk about the case of Michael Bruce Ross. Enjoy! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @TimeofDeathPod. Also leave us a five star review on Apple Podcast.

BREAKING NEWS: Welcome to our first Update Pill. This week we will swan dive into some of this week's biggest news in a pill sized format that's easy to swallow. This episode will feature big news about the federal death penalty. Stay tuned. Follow us on Instagram at TimeofDeathPod and leave a five star review on Apple Podcast!

In this weeks episode, we are tackling federal death penalty. After we filmed this episode, Attorney General Barr decided to reinstate the death penalty after 16 years!Hope you guys enjoy :)Follow us at TimeofDeathPod and leave us a five star rating on Apple Podcasts!

In today's episode, we will be discussing wrongful convictions. We will talk about some of the injustices against death row inmates that were either put to death before the court recognized their innocence or that were close to being put to death before being exonerated. If you like this podcast, follow us on Instagram at Timeofdeathpod for more death row content and if you really like us, give us a five star rating on Apple Podcast! Thanks!