Podcast appearances and mentions of Alan Jackson

Mark and Gary break down the sudden withdrawal of defense attorney Alan Jackson from the Nick Reiner case and what it signals about funding, strategy, and the defendant's mental state. The conversation expands to the role of public defenders, family interests in criminal prosecutions, and the broader obligations of the justice system. They also dive into a developing separation of powers fight involving federal prosecutors and judicial appointments, with implications that could reach the Supreme Court.Watch Beyond A Reasonable Doubt and all Reasonable Doubt video content on YouTube exclusively at YouTube.com/ReasonableDoubtPodcast and subscribe while you're thereSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

True Crime Today's week in review covers the Nick Reiner case — the stunning attorney withdrawal and the years of warning signs nobody could act on.Alan Jackson walked into a Los Angeles courtroom and told the judge he had "no choice" but to withdraw from Nick Reiner's defense. He said circumstances "beyond Nick's control" forced his exit. Sources tell Deadline money is the reason. The pattern that protected Nick for seventeen years — eighteen rehab programs, seventy thousand a month in treatment, a rent-free guesthouse, a ten-thousand-dollar monthly allowance, and sources say estate money funding his defense even after his parents' deaths — appears to be over. Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene was informed last night. She met her client for thirty seconds before the hearing. Arraignment postponed to February 23rd.But we also examined what led here. This wasn't sudden. A neighbor told reporters Nick had been violent before. An LAPD insider confirmed "quite a few calls for service" to the Reiner home over the years. The night before Rob and Michele were found stabbed to death, Nick was reportedly so erratic at Conan O'Brien's Christmas party that guests were unnerved. Rob allegedly told friends that night he was terrified his own son could hurt him.Bob Motta joined us to break down what law enforcement officers see in the years before tragedies like this — and what California's mental health laws actually allow them to do. The LPS Act requires imminent danger for involuntary commitment. Not probable. Not deteriorating. Imminent. Rob and Michele were legally trapped. For the first time in his life, Nick faces consequences without unlimited resources behind him.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #TrueCrimeToday #AlanJackson #BobMotta #PublicDefender #LPSAct #MentalHealthCrisis #WeekInReviewJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Our week in review on the Nick Reiner case — the dramatic attorney shakeup and the years of warning signs that led to December 14th.Alan Jackson, the million-dollar attorney who got Karen Read acquitted, told a Los Angeles judge he had "no choice" but to withdraw from Nick Reiner's defense. Sources point to money. Nick now has Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene — who was informed last night, had thirty seconds to meet her client, and carries nineteen years of experience into a case that will define careers. Arraignment postponed to February 23rd. No plea entered. For the first time in thirty-two years, Nick Reiner faces the justice system without unlimited resources.But we also examined what everyone saw coming. A neighbor said this wasn't the first time Nick had been violent. An LAPD insider confirmed "quite a few calls for service" to the Reiner home over the years. The night before his parents were found stabbed to death, Nick was reportedly so erratic at Conan O'Brien's Christmas party that guests were unnerved. Rob allegedly told friends that night: "I'm petrified of Nick. I think my own son can hurt me."Defense attorney Bob Motta joined us to break down the warning signs and the system that couldn't respond. Nick had been through seventeen rehab programs. He'd admitted on podcasts to gaming those programs. Professionals reportedly warned the family for years. California's LPS Act made intervention nearly impossible — requiring imminent danger, not probable danger, not visible deterioration. Rob and Michele were legally trapped with no way to force treatment. Some tragedies are preventable. Some aren't.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #AlanJackson #KimberlyGreene #BobMotta #LPSAct #MentalHealthCrisis #HiddenKillers #WeekInReviewJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

This week's Hidden Killers Live covered the dramatic developments in the Nick Reiner case — and the pattern of warning signs that stretched back years before Rob and Michele Reiner were killed.Alan Jackson is out. The defense attorney told the judge he had "no choice" but to withdraw, citing circumstances "beyond Nick's control." Sources tell Deadline money is the reason. If true, the pattern that protected Nick Reiner for seventeen years has finally broken. Rob and Michele spent seventy thousand dollars a month on treatment, gave Nick a ten-thousand-dollar monthly allowance, let him live rent-free in their guesthouse. Sources said estate money was funding his elite defense even after their deaths. That appears to be over. Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene now represents Nick. She was informed last night. She had thirty seconds to introduce herself.But this week we also examined what everyone saw coming and couldn't stop. A neighbor said Nick had been violent before. An LAPD insider confirmed multiple calls for service to the Reiner home. The night before the murders, Nick was reportedly so erratic at Conan O'Brien's Christmas party that guests were unnerved. Rob allegedly told friends: "I'm petrified of Nick. I think my own son can hurt me." Twelve hours later, he and Michele were stabbed to death.Bob Motta joined us to examine what law enforcement sees in the years before tragedies like this — and what they can actually do. California's LPS Act requires imminent danger for involuntary commitment. Not probably dangerous. Not clearly deteriorating. By that standard, it's already too late.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #HKLive #AlanJackson #BobMotta #PublicDefender #MentalHealthCrisis #LPSAct #WeekInReviewJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Here's a question nobody's answering clearly: Can Nick Reiner — the man charged with murdering Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner — legally access their $200 million estate to pay for his defense?He has no money of his own. He wasn't employed. He was living in his parents' guesthouse. And now he's facing two counts of first-degree murder with special circumstances, represented by a public defender who learned about the case the day before his arraignment.Three weeks ago, Nick had Alan Jackson — one of the highest-profile defense attorneys in the country. The family was reportedly footing the bill from the estate. Then Jackson withdrew. The family stopped paying. And nobody's explaining why.California's slayer statute is supposed to prevent this exact situation — you kill someone, you don't inherit from them. But the statute requires a finding of "intentional" killing. What if Nick mounts an insanity defense? What if he's found not guilty by reason of insanity? Does that change everything?We dig into the legal loophole that could theoretically preserve Nick's inheritance, explain why his siblings can block any distribution, and break down what it actually means to go from a $2,000-an-hour attorney to an overworked public defender in a capital-eligible case.The money is there. The question is whether Nick can ever touch it.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #TrueCrimeToday #SlayerStatute #InsanityDefense #Parricide #TrueCrime #MurderCase #CriminalDefenseJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice

True Crime Today breaks down two major developments with attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis.In Los Angeles, celebrity defense attorney Alan Jackson has withdrawn from the Nick Reiner murder case just three weeks after signing on. Jackson told the court he had "no choice" due to circumstances "beyond Nick's control" — then held a press conference where he declared Nick Reiner is "NOT guilty of murder" under California law. Sources point to money as the reason for the split. The problem? Nick's parents — Rob and Michele Reiner's son and daughter-in-law — are the victims he allegedly killed. Public defender Kimberly Greene is now taking over with almost no time to prepare for a capital case. Eric explains what the M'Naghten insanity standard actually requires and whether Nick has any realistic chance of meeting it.Then we shift to Kentucky and the Mickey Stines case. The former sheriff is charged with murdering District Judge Kevin Mullins in his own chambers. The killing was caught on video. The defense is arguing insanity — but now they've uncovered footage showing the presiding judge, Christopher Cohron, sitting next to the victim at a mental health meeting just one week before the murder. Cohron never disclosed this to either side. He's also blocked the defense from using a sealed psychiatric evaluation. Eric breaks down the recusal motion, the venue fight, and why this case might not be able to proceed until a new judge is assigned.#NickReiner #MickeyStines #TrueCrimeToday #AlanJackson #InsanityDefense #MurderCase #EricFaddis #JudgeRecusal #CaliforniaLaw #KentuckyLawThis video is for commentary and entertainment purposes only. All accused are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis breaks down two of the most chaotic murder cases in the country right now — and explains why both are falling apart before they even reach trial.Nick Reiner's high-profile defense attorney Alan Jackson just walked off the case after three weeks, citing circumstances "beyond Nick's control." But before he left, he made a stunning statement to reporters: "Pursuant to the laws of California, Nick Reiner is NOT guilty of murder. Print that." Sources say the issue was money. Now public defender Kimberly Greene has inherited a capital murder case with virtually no preparation time. Eric explains what happens to all of Jackson's investigative work, why the insanity defense is one of the hardest to win in America, and whether Nick Reiner has any realistic path to avoiding conviction under California's M'Naghten standard.Then we turn to Kentucky, where former sheriff Mickey Stines is accused of murdering a judge in his own chambers — on video. The defense is building an insanity case, but now they've discovered footage of the presiding judge, Christopher Cohron, sitting next to the murder victim at a mental health conference just seven days before the killing. Cohron never disclosed it. He's also blocked the defense from accessing a sealed psychiatric evaluation. Eric breaks down the recusal motion, the venue fight, and whether this case can even be tried fairly in Kentucky.Two defendants. Two insanity defenses. Two judges under fire. Eric Faddis walks us through what's really happening behind the courtroom doors.#NickReiner #MickeyStines #AlanJackson #InsanityDefense #TrueCrime #MurderCase #EricFaddis #CaliforniaLaw #KentuckyLaw #JudgeRecusalJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

We're going live with attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis to break down two explosive developments in two of the biggest murder cases in America right now.First up: Alan Jackson just withdrew from the Nick Reiner case. Three weeks in, he told a judge he had "no choice" — then walked outside and told reporters that Nick Reiner is "NOT guilty of murder under California law." Sources say money was the issue. Nick's parents — the people he allegedly killed — would normally fund his defense. Now public defender Kimberly Greene is stepping in with thirty seconds of prep time. We're asking Eric what happens to all the work Jackson's team did, whether the insanity defense has any real shot, and what this means for the February arraignment.Then we're diving into the Mickey Stines case out of Kentucky. The former Letcher County Sheriff is charged with murdering Judge Kevin Mullins in his own chambers — captured on video. The defense just filed a recusal motion after discovering footage of the presiding judge, Christopher Cohron, seated next to the victim at a mental health conference one week before the murder. Cohron never disclosed it. He's also refusing to unseal the psychiatric evaluation the defense needs for their insanity claim. Eric walks us through what happens if the Chief Justice has to get involved.Join us live — drop your questions in the chat and we'll get Eric's take in real time.#NickReiner #MickeyStines #AlanJackson #InsanityDefense #LiveStream #TrueCrime #EricFaddis #MurderTrial #JudgeRecusal #HiddenKillersLiveThis video is for commentary and entertainment purposes only. All accused are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/bILFgB6kFo4  In this Case Brief, we analyze the latest developments from the Los Angeles arraignment of Nick Reiner, who is charged with the murder of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. A look at the surprise withdrawal of Nick Reiner's private attorney, Alan Jackson, due to "circumstances beyond our control" and the immediate appointment of the Public Defender's office. The Deputy Public Defender, Kimberly Green, is assigned to the case and successfully puts over the arraignment to a new date, February 23rd. We dissect Alan Jackson's strong public statement that "pursuant to the law in California, Nick Reiner is not guilty of murder," which appears to foreshadow a defense strategy centered on a "not guilty by reason of insanity" plea (or a similar mental disease or defect defense). The DA's office expressed their full confidence that a jury will "convict Nick Reiner beyond a reasonable doubt of the brutal murders of his parents." A breakdown of the legal meaning and impact of the court issuing and holding "body attachments" for defense subpoenas, a process used to maintain jurisdiction over non-compliant parties until the next court date. The case is expected to move slowly, and the legal process will be crucial in revealing the true facts surrounding the situation. RESOURCES NGI Explanation - https://youtu.be/7CyXskv1k2Y&t=2178s  Nick Reiner Case Emily Show - https://youtu.be/US2ZB6U7iPc Taylor Schabusiness Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gIKgoVAu8f0lrZl6LkXQm4s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Today in the Nick Reiner case: his defense just imploded.Alan Jackson, the criminal defense attorney who took Nick's case within hours of his January 6th arrest, told a Los Angeles judge he had "no choice" but to withdraw. He cited circumstances "beyond Nick's control." Sources tell Deadline that money is the issue — but Jackson's exit statement tells a different story.Standing outside the courthouse, Jackson declared: "Pursuant to the laws of California, Nick Reiner is NOT guilty of murder. Print that." That's not a withdrawal statement. That's a closing argument.Nick is now represented by LA County Public Defender Kimberly Greene, who told reporters she'd had about thirty seconds with her new client before the hearing. She said she'd had no contact with the Reiner family and didn't believe they knew Jackson was leaving.On today's episode, attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis explains what this withdrawal actually means. What happens to the ten sealed subpoenas Jackson's team issued? Does Greene inherit his investigation? How does a public defender prepare for a capital case on this timeline?We also look at who's prosecuting: Deputy DA Habib Balian, who handled the Menendez resentencing and secured a conviction against Robert Durst. Does the defense chaos give him an opening?Arraignment is now February 23rd. No plea has been entered. The insanity defense is being signaled loudly. And the man accused of killing Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner just lost his hand-picked legal team.This case is moving fast. Here's what you need to know today.#NickReiner #RobReiner #TrueCrimeToday #AlanJackson #ReinerMurders #BreakingNews #MurderCase #LACounty #CriminalDefense #TrueCrimeNewsJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Today we're breaking down everything you need to know about what comes next in the Nick Reiner case.Alan Jackson quit as Nick's attorney this morning — but not before delivering a statement that sounded more like a closing argument than a goodbye: "Nick Reiner is NOT guilty of murder under California law. Print that." Three weeks of investigation. Ten sealed subpoenas. And now he's gone.Here's what that statement actually means. California's insanity defense works in two phases. First, the jury decides guilt based on the evidence. Then — if guilty — a second trial determines whether the defendant was legally insane at the time of the crime. That's where Jackson's words apply. Under the M'Naghten Rule, the defense must prove Nick couldn't understand what he was doing or couldn't tell right from wrong at the exact moment of the killings. Less than one percent of defendants plead insanity. Only about a quarter succeed.Nick is now represented by Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene, who met him for approximately thirty seconds before the hearing. But the LA County Public Defender's Office has one of the best capital case records in the country — between 2006 and 2015, only one of their clients was sentenced to death out of thirty appeals.Here's what most people miss: even if the insanity defense works, Nick doesn't walk free. He goes to a state psychiatric hospital — potentially for life. Facilities where the DOJ found civil rights violations and patient murders.The insanity defense isn't an escape hatch. It's a different kind of cage. And whether Nick goes to prison or Patton State Hospital, he's not coming back.#NickReiner #RobReiner #TrueCrimeToday #InsanityDefense #CaliforniaLaw #MurderCase #AlanJackson #PublicDefender #CriminalJustice #ReinerCaseJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Today we're breaking down the defense strategy everyone's talking about — and why it almost never works.Alan Jackson made his intentions clear before walking away from Nick Reiner's case: "Nick Reiner is NOT guilty of murder under California law." Translation: insanity defense.Nick was reportedly being treated for schizophrenia at the time he allegedly killed his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. TMZ reports a schizoaffective disorder diagnosis. His medication was changed weeks before the killings, and sources describe his behavior as "erratic and dangerous."But California doesn't care if you're mentally ill. It cares if you were legally insane at the exact moment of the crime. That's the M'Naghten Rule — and it's brutal. The defense must prove Nick either didn't understand what he was doing or couldn't tell right from wrong in that specific instant.Less than one percent of defendants try this defense. Only about a quarter succeed.Attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis joins us to explain how California's insanity defense actually works — the two-phase trial process, how medication changes factor in, and what evidence prosecutors will use to argue Nick knew exactly what he was doing.We also examine the addiction angle. Nick has a documented history of cocaine and stimulant abuse. California recognizes "settled insanity" from long-term drug use — but psychosis from voluntary intoxication at the time of the crime doesn't qualify. How do these two factors interact?If the defense wins, Nick goes to a state psychiatric facility. If it loses, he faces life in prison or worse.Here's what you need to know about the hardest defense in criminal law.#NickReiner #RobReiner #InsanityDefense #TrueCrimeToday #CaliforniaLaw #Schizophrenia #MurderCase #MNaghtenRule #LegalExplainer #MentalHealthJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Alan Jackson spent three weeks investigating the Nick Reiner case. Every waking hour, he said. Ten subpoenas issued and sealed. And then he quit — but not before telling reporters that Nick Reiner is "NOT guilty of murder under California law."That's not how attorneys typically leave cases. That's a roadmap. And now someone else has to follow it.This episode breaks down what Jackson's statement actually means and why the path forward is anything but simple. We examine the three distinct legal battles ahead: competency to stand trial, the guilt phase, and the sanity trial where Jackson's words would have applied. California uses the M'Naghten Rule — a purely cognitive standard that requires the defense to prove Nick couldn't understand his actions or distinguish right from wrong at the exact moment of the crime.We also look at who's taking over. Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene had thirty seconds with Nick before becoming his attorney. But the LA County Public Defender's Office has a track record that defies the stereotype — between 2006 and 2015, only one of their clients was sentenced to death out of thirty capital appeals. The office is led by Ricardo Garcia, who secured a life verdict in San Diego's longest death penalty trial.Here's the uncomfortable truth: even if the insanity defense succeeds, Nick goes to a state psychiatric hospital — potentially forever. Facilities where the DOJ found civil rights violations and patient-on-patient murders. The insanity defense isn't freedom. It's a different kind of cage.His parents spent seventeen years trying to save him. Now the state of California will make a permanent decision about his life.#NickReiner #RobReiner #AlanJackson #InsanityDefense #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #CaliforniaLaw #MurderTrial #MentalHealth #ReinerMurdersJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Alan Jackson's final words as Nick Reiner's attorney weren't a goodbye — they were a legal prediction: "Nick Reiner is NOT guilty of murder under California law."He's signaling an insanity defense. And that defense just became someone else's problem.Nick Reiner was allegedly being treated for schizophrenia at the time he killed his parents, director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. Sources tell NBC4 about the schizophrenia diagnosis. TMZ reports schizoaffective disorder. Multiple outlets confirm his medication was changed weeks before the killings, leading to behavior described as "erratic and dangerous."But here's what people misunderstand: having a serious mental illness isn't the same as being legally insane. California uses the M'Naghten Rule — one of the strictest standards in the country. The defense must prove that at the exact moment of the crime, Nick either couldn't understand what he was doing or couldn't distinguish right from wrong.Less than one percent of defendants plead insanity. Only about a quarter of those succeed.Attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis joins us to break down how this defense actually works — and whether Nick Reiner has a realistic shot. We examine the difference between competency to stand trial and legal insanity, how medication changes factor into the defense, and what prosecutors will use to undermine claims of psychosis.We also discuss what happens if the defense succeeds. Nick wouldn't walk free — he'd be committed to a California state hospital, potentially for life.The insanity defense is one of the hardest strategies in criminal law. Does Nick Reiner's case meet the standard? Eric Faddis gives us the legal reality.#NickReiner #RobReiner #InsanityDefense #Schizophrenia #CaliforniaLaw #MurderTrial #TrueCrime #MNaghtenRule #HiddenKillers #MentalHealthDefenseJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Alan Jackson walked into court as Nick Reiner's defense attorney. He walked out as his former attorney — telling reporters he had "no choice" but to withdraw due to circumstances "beyond Nick's control." Then he made a stunning declaration: "Pursuant to the laws of California, Nick Reiner is NOT guilty of murder. Print that."Three weeks. That's how long Jackson's team investigated the case — working "every waking hour," issuing ten subpoenas that are now sealed by the court. Sources tell Deadline that money is the likely reason for the withdrawal. But if that's true, why wasn't it resolved before he took the case?Now Nick Reiner is represented by public defender Kimberly Greene, who had approximately thirty seconds to meet her new client before the hearing. She told reporters she'd had no contact with the Reiner family and didn't believe they even knew Jackson was withdrawing.In this episode, attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis breaks down what Jackson's withdrawal really means — what happens to his investigation, whether the public defender gains access to his files, and why his parting statement sounded more like a closing argument than a goodbye.We also examine Greene's new role. The LA County Public Defender's Office has a remarkable track record in capital cases — between 2006 and 2015, only one of their clients was sentenced to death out of thirty capital appeals. Does Nick Reiner actually lose anything with this switch?The arraignment is now February 23rd. No plea has been entered. The defense is in chaos. And Alan Jackson is already making the case for insanity from the courthouse steps.#NickReiner #RobReiner #AlanJackson #ReinerMurders #TrueCrime #MurderCase #InsanityDefense #LosAngeles #HiddenKillers #CriminalDefenseJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

The Cheat Sheet is The Murder Sheet's segment breaking down weekly news and updates in some of the murder cases we cover. In this episode, we'll talk about cases from New Hampshire, California, and Texas.Fox 4 News's report on the sentencing of sex trafficker Emily Hutchins: https://www.fox4news.com/news/tarrant-county-human-trafficking-emily-hutchinsHoodline 's report on the sentencing of sex trafficker Emily Hutchins: https://hoodline.com/2025/12/arlington-woman-gets-30-years-for-sex-trafficking-girls/KXAN's report on the trial of Christopher Taylor in the death of Dr. Mauris DeSilva: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3eagb2w8kwThe appellate court's decision over the conviction of Christopher Taylor in the death of Dr. Mauris DeSilva: https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/seventh-court-of-appeals/2025/07-25-00010-cr.htmlKXAN's report on the trial of Christopher Taylor in the death of Dr. Mauris DeSilva: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3eagb2w8kwKXAN's report on Dr. Mauris DeSilva's father's civil lawsuit: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/father-sues-city-of-austin-apd-officers-after-son-killed-during-2019-mental-health-call/Austin-American Statesman's report on Christopher Taylor's appeal in the case of Dr. Mauris DeSilva's death: https://www.statesman.com/news/courts/article/austin-police-taylor-appeal-8-things-21270154.phpKVUE's interview with one of Christopher Taylor's attorneys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QokB0ZsY0Mc&list=PLG7WvHdg9adbLLTjwuIlNXMwuGy-wAN8v&index=2We also accessed reporting from the El Paso Times, Corpus Christi Caller Times, San Angelo Standard Times, and Houston Chronicle through Newspapers.com Pay It 2's fund regarding Pamela Smart's appeal: https://www.payit2.com/f/supportpamelasmartABC News's coverage of Pamela Smart's appeal: https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/pamela-smart-seeks-overturn-conviction-teenager-murder-husband-128959585USA Today's report on the latest news in the murders of Michele and Rob Reiner and the case against Nick Reiner: https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/01/07/nick-reiner-murder-charges-rob-michele-reiner-lawyer-withdraws/88069146007/Fox News's report on the latest news in the murders of Michele and Rob Reiner and the case against Nick Reiner: https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/nick-reiner-loses-attorney-alan-jackson-parents-murder-caseFind discounts for Murder Sheet listeners here: https://murdersheetpodcast.com/discountsCheck out our upcoming book events and get links to buy tickets here: https://murdersheetpodcast.com/eventsOrder our book on Delphi here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/shadow-of-the-bridge-the-delphi-murders-and-the-dark-side-of-the-american-heartland-aine-cain/21866881?ean=9781639369232Or here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Shadow-of-the-Bridge/Aine-Cain/9781639369232Or here: https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Bridge-Murders-American-Heartland/dp/1639369236Join our Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/c/murdersheetSupport The Murder Sheet by buying a t-shirt here: https://www.murdersheetshop.com/Check out more inclusive sizing and t-shirt and merchandising options here: https://themurdersheet.dashery.com/Send tips to murdersheet@gmail.com.The Murder Sheet is a production of Mystery Sheet LLC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Nick Reiner is NOT guilty of murder under California law."That was Alan Jackson's parting shot — delivered from the courthouse steps after withdrawing as Nick's attorney. He's telegraphing an insanity defense. But does Nick Reiner actually have a case?On this live breakdown, attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis walks us through exactly what it takes to win an insanity defense in California — and why it's one of the hardest strategies in criminal law.California uses the M'Naghten Rule. The defense must prove that at the precise moment of the killings, Nick either didn't understand what he was doing or couldn't distinguish right from wrong. Having schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder — both reported in Nick's case — isn't enough. Being on medication isn't enough. Being psychotic the week before isn't enough. It's about that exact moment.Sources say Nick's medication was changed weeks before the killings. His behavior became "erratic and dangerous." But sources also say he was coherent enough to attend a Christmas party days earlier — and that's exactly the kind of evidence prosecutors use to undermine insanity claims.Eric breaks down the two-phase trial process California uses, how Nick's documented drug addiction complicates the mental health picture, and what actually happens if the defense succeeds. Spoiler: Nick doesn't go free. He goes to a state psychiatric hospital, potentially for life.Less than one percent of defendants plead insanity. About a quarter succeed. Where does Nick Reiner's case fall?Join us live as we examine the hardest defense in criminal law — and whether Nick Reiner can actually win it.#NickReiner #RobReiner #InsanityDefense #LiveBreakdown #TrueCrimeLive #CaliforniaLaw #Schizophrenia #MurderTrial #HiddenKillersLive #LegalAnalysisJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

It happened fast. Alan Jackson — the high-profile defense attorney who took Nick Reiner's case within hours of his arrest — just withdrew from the case, citing circumstances "beyond Nick's control." Sources point to money. But Jackson's parting words point to something else entirely: "Nick Reiner is NOT guilty of murder under California law. Print that."What does a defense attorney know after three weeks of investigation that makes him that confident? And why is he walking away?On this live breakdown, we're joined by attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis to analyze the chaos unfolding in the Reiner murder case. Public defender Kimberly Greene is now on the case — she met Nick for roughly thirty seconds before the hearing and says the family wasn't even aware of the switch.Eric walks us through the mechanics: What happens to Jackson's work product? Do those ten sealed subpoenas transfer to the new defense team? How does a public defender's office prepare for a capital murder case on short notice? And does this actually hurt Nick — or does the LA County Public Defender's track record suggest otherwise?Deputy DA Habib Balian is prosecuting — the same attorney who handled the Menendez resentencing and Robert Durst trial. Does the prosecution gain an advantage from defense-side chaos?The arraignment is now set for February 23rd. No plea entered. The insanity defense is being telegraphed. And somewhere in all of this, two people are dead and their son is facing life in prison or worse.This is the Reiner case in real time. Let's break it down.#NickReiner #RobReiner #BREAKING #ReinerCase #AlanJackson #TrueCrimeLive #MurderTrial #InsanityDefense #HiddenKillersLive #EricFaddisJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Megyn Kelly opens the show by breaking down the various videos of the ICE shooting in Minneapolis, new information about the background on the ICE agent involved, and more. Then MK True Crime hosts Dave Aronberg, Phil Holloway, and Ashleigh Merchant join to discuss the potential criminal and civil lawsuits we may see related to the Minnesota ICE shooting case, breaking down the various components that will come into play from all sides, the key question of whether the ICE agent in the MN shooting felt he was in danger, the problem with eyewitness accounts, Nick Reiner's high profile lawyer Alan Jackson leaving the case, whether it was a conflict of interest or financial, if an insanity defense could actually work, and more. Then Alex Berenson, author of "Unreported Truths" Substack, joins to discuss the truth about today's dangerous marijuana and cannabis, the way it can cause psychosis in certain people, why the messaging around pot has been so harmful, the significance of Nick Reiner's marijuana use, how other infamous killers have used marijuana often, and more. Subscribe to MK True Crime:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mk-true-crime/id1829831499Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4o80I2RSC2NvY51TIaKkJWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MKTrueCrime?sub_confirmation=1Social: http://mktruecrime.com/ Aronberg- https://substack.com/@davearonbergHolloway- https://x.com/PhilHollowayEsqBerenson- https://substack.com/@alexberenson Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 and get your free info kit on goldCozy Earth: Visit https://www.CozyEarth.com/MEGYN & Use code MEGYN for up to 20% offPureTalk: Cut your wireless bill to $20/month—switch to PureTalk now at https://PureTalk.com/KELLYAll Family Pharmacy: Order now at https://allfamilypharmacy.com/MEGYN and save 10% with code MEGYN10   Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Spencer Pratt running for LA Mayor, woman fatally shot by ICE in Minneapolis, Nick Reiner loses lawyer Alan Jackson, ex-SNL member Chris Redd nailing his cast-mate's woman, Jim's Picks: Songs About Homes, Maz's Top 5 everything, and Drew's new powerful vest. You can get free merch for calling Hall Financial. Just call 866-CALL-HALL. Nick Reiner is a murderous dolt and you still can see what he looks like. His lawyer Alan Jackson quit, but still said he's innocent Spencer Pratt is running for mayor of LA. It will be pretty hilarious when he wins with the Olympics coming to town. Drew is introduced to The Last Text Message sketch from The Ben Show. Chris Redd, formerly of SNL, is coming clean about dating Kenan Thompson's ex wife...And selling drugs to the cast. The first Bonerline of 2026! Drew is watching Bugonia. He hasn't finished because he got scared. What movies have you seen lately? One Battle After Another? Sinners? Together? Weapons? Marty Supreme? Drew is DIGGING his new ML Elrick Soul of Detroit vest. Tom ALMOST missed our call. Well, he kind of did, but LUCKILY he called back right away. Maz gives his final words on the Detroit Lions. He also tells us who he wants to see in the NCAA Championship. Drew went down a Teen Mom rabbit hole. Ryan let his baby chew on a vape pen. Amber Portwood was/is a hot mess. Matt Kalil is now suing his ex-wife because she said his wiener is too big. Amy Schumer officially divorced and officially gross. Alix Earle is trying to get back in the news by still talking about Tom Brady. Who's worse...Blake Lively or Justin Baldoni? Jim's Picks: Top 10 Songs About Houses/Homes There weren't many cool presidential kids, except for Alice Roosevelt Longworth. Hope Walz is a disaster. She makes her dad look even worse. Today was not a good day in Minnesota as an ICE agent shot and killed a protester. Merch remains available. Click here to see what we have to offer for a limited time. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon)

1. GET WELL, PAT SMEAR2. MORE REALITY TV POLITICIANS INCOMING3. WHO CAN'T SMOKE WEEK WITH WOODY HARRELSON ANYMORE4. AND THE BALLADS YOU NEED FOR A THURSDAYMUSICFoo Fighters will be missing guitarist Pat Smear for their next batch of shows.The band posted on its social media that "In the classic tradition of rockstars having bizarre gardening accidents, Pat Smear has apparently rung in the new year by smashing the [crap] out of his left foot."Beck and St. Vincent guitar wizard Jason Falkner will be filling in for Pat while he's on the mend.The post includes a photo Smear giving the finger while being wheeled on a gurney.The Foos only have three dates on the books between now and May -- Guanajuato, Mexico on Saturday, their benefit concert at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California on January 14th and January 24th in Tasmania. Nominees for the 37th annual Pollstar Awards have been announced. https://premiereprep.com/service/todays-rock-facts?check_logged_in=1Major Tour of the Year:Oasis, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter and Tate McRae.Rock Tour of the Year: AC/DC, Metallica, Oasis, Linkin Park, Nine Inch Nails, and Sleep Token.Residency of the Year:Eagles - SphereDead & Company - SphereBackstreet Boys - SphereKenny Chesney - SphereBad Bunny - Coliseo de Puerto Rico San Juan, PRNew Kids on the Block - Dolby Live at Park MGM in VegasMusic Festival of the Year with more than 30,000 in attendance, the nominees are:Austin City Limits Music Festival - Austin, TXBourbon & Beyond - Louisville, KYCoachella Valley Music and Arts Festival - Indio, CALollapalooza - Chicago, ILLouder Than Life - Louisville, KYOsheaga - Montreal, QCMusic Festival of the Year (under 30K attendance):High Water Festival - North Charleston, SCHinterland Festival - Saint Charles, IAInkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival - Mansfield, OHOhana Festival - Dana Point, CATreefort Music Fest - Boise, IDTwo Step Inn - Georgetown, TX TVFormer reality TV star Spencer Pratt announced he is running for Los Angeles mayor, launching his campaign on the first anniversary of the deadly Palisades Fire, which destroyed his Pacific Palisades home. Comedian and former Saturday Night Live cast member Chris Redd revealed that he sold pills to fellow castmates during his tenure on the show due to struggles with addiction. https://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/chris-redd-says-he-sold-pills-to-his-saturday-night-live-castmates/ Saturday Night Live will feature three new hosts in January. https://deadline.com/2026/01/teyana-taylor-alexander-skarsgard-snl-hosts-1236675292/ Sources say Jimmy Kimmel Live! will reduce its musical guest appearances. https://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/jimmy-kimmel-live-makes-major-change-3-months-after-suspension-report/ HBO has renewed Real Time With Bill Maher for two additional seasons, extending the series through to 2028. https://deadline.com/2026/01/real-time-with-bill-maher-renewed-two-seasons-2028-hbo-1236674461/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:Nick Reiner, son of deceased Hollywood icons Rob and Michele Reiner, is currently without a private attorney in his double murder case. https://www.the-independent.com/arts-entertainment/films/news/nick-reiner-rob-arraignment-alan-jackson-b2896327.html· Matthew McConaughey was a guest on Woody Harrelson and Ted Danson's podcast yesterday and said he can no longer smoke pot with Woody. Here's the reason he gave. https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/matthew-mcconaughey-reveals-why-t-222200249.html?guccounter=1 AND FINALLY If there's one thing that the hair metal era never fell short of (besides hairspray), it's POWER BALLADS. Here's a list of the Best Ballads by 15 Hair Metal Bands: 1. "What It Takes", Aerosmith (1989)2. "Bed of Roses", Bon Jovi (1992)3. "Coming Home", Cinderella (1988)4. "Bringin' on the Heartbreak", Def Leppard (1981)5. "Alone Again", Dokken (1984)6. "Hole Hearted", Extreme (1990) AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshowConnect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShowHear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

US Weekly has just crowed Blake Lively the winner of the legal battle and the PR battle with Justin Baldoni. Hilary Duff is opening up about getting rid of friends, amid the fallout with Ashley Tisdale. Plus, the Reiner Family breaks their silence after Nick Riener is dropped by famed attorney Alan Jackson for the murder of his parents Michele and Rob Reiner. And Rose McGown calls out "cult" Hollywood and talks Charmed days.    Just in time for the new year, Prolon is offering No Filter listeners 15% off their 5-day nutrition program for your post-holiday glow-up when you go to https://prolonlife.com/NOFILTER    Become a Member of No Filter: ALL ACCESS: https://allaccess.supercast.com/    Shop New Merch now: https://merchlabs.com/collections/zack-peter?srsltid=AfmBOoqqnV3kfsOYPubFFxCQdpCuGjVgssGIXZRXHcLPH9t4GjiKoaio    Watch Disaster Daters: https://open.spotify.com/show/3L4GLnKwz9Uy5dT8Ey1VPi   Book a personalized message on Cameo: https://v.cameo.com/e/QxWQhpd1TIbare 

Alan Jackson walked into court this morning as Nick Reiner's attorney. He walked out as his former attorney, telling reporters that Nick is "not guilty of murder" under California law — but that he won't be the one proving it.Jackson told Judge Theresa McGonigle he had "no choice" but to withdraw. He cited "circumstances beyond our control, but more importantly, circumstances beyond Nick's control." He said he's legally and ethically prohibited from explaining why.Sources tell Deadline that money is the likely reason. If true, the estate funding that was reportedly paying for Nick's elite defense has apparently ended.Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene stepped in immediately. She has nineteen years of experience. She learned last night that she'd be taking over. She had about thirty seconds to introduce herself to Nick before the hearing began.Nick appeared in court with a shaved head, wearing a brown jail jumpsuit. He sat behind glass, shackled at the wrists and ankles. When the judge asked if he agreed to postpone his arraignment to February 23rd, he said, "Uh, yeah, I agree with your honor on that." Those were nearly his only words.Jackson told reporters his team had devoted "every waking hour" to investigating the case for three weeks. He said they examined it "top to bottom, back to front." He said they're convinced Nick is not guilty under California law. But now that work transfers to the public defender's office.DA Nathan Hochman responded that prosecutors are "fully confident" a jury will convict Nick of the "brutal murders" of Rob and Michele Reiner.The arraignment is February 23rd. The insanity defense is still expected. But the resources behind it just changed dramatically.#NickReiner #AlanJackson #RobReiner #TrueCrimeToday #MicheleReiner #PublicDefender #MurderCase #TrueCrime #BreakingNews #ReinerCaseJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Crime Talk Store: https://scottreisch.com/crime-talk-store/ A major shake-up in the Rob and Michele Reiner murder case: celebrity defense attorney Alan Jackson is OFF the case, and Nick Reiner walked into court today without his high-priced lawyer. A public defender has been subbed in and the arraignment is kicked down the road again. Tonight, Scott breaks down what Jackson's withdrawal really means, how it could affect any insanity or mitigation strategy, and why delays like this matter in a double-murder case. We'll also look at the timeline, the mental-health angle, and what comes next on February 23. #CrimeTalk #NickReiner #RobReiner #TrueCrime #LegalAnalysis #ScottReisch

We continue to hear directly from the community, as residents impacted by the fires share powerful stories about loss, recovery, and the long road forward after the flames. The show then pivots to major national and local headlines, including how the U.S. was able to penetrate Venezuelan airspace undetected, and breaking legal news as Nick Reiner’s defense attorney, Alan Jackson, steps down from the case. Hope and action take center stage with an inspiring conversation about a grassroots effort born out of the Palisades fire. Windward School junior Mason Cohen, along with childhood friends Jake Yoon and Dylan Fullmer of Harvard-Westlake, launched a fundraising campaign that has already raised more than $300,000. Every dollar is going directly to help small local businesses reopen, starting with the first five businesses being surprised with rent-subsidy checks at a special event. Their mission is simple and powerful: Rebuild. Restore. Revive. Learn more at BuildBackPali.org. We wrap things up with a look at the Rams vs. Panthers matchup, as the Rams head into the game as double-digit favorites on the road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three weeks ago, Nick Reiner had the best criminal defense money could buy. Alan Jackson — the attorney who got Karen Read acquitted, who represented Harvey Weinstein and Kevin Spacey — was building what looked like an insanity defense backed by a two-hundred-million-dollar estate.Today, Jackson told a Los Angeles judge he had "no choice" but to withdraw. Nick Reiner now has a public defender named Kimberly Greene. She was informed last night. She had thirty seconds to speak with her new client before the hearing.Sources tell Deadline that money is the likely reason. The deep pockets apparently dried up.This is significant. For seventeen years, Rob and Michele Reiner's money was the solution to every crisis Nick created. Eighteen rehab programs. Seventy thousand a month in treatment facilities. A guest house on the family estate. And when he was arrested for allegedly stabbing them to death, sources said the estate was funding his elite defense.That pattern appears to have finally broken.Jackson held a press conference outside the courthouse. He said Nick is "not guilty of murder" under California law. He said his team had investigated the case "top to bottom, back to front." He said he remains "deeply committed" to Nick's best interests. But he's not the one arguing the case anymore.DA Nathan Hochman responded: "We are fully confident that a jury will convict Nick Reiner beyond a reasonable doubt of the brutal murders of his parents."Nick's arraignment is now February 23rd. No plea entered. No bail. And for the first time in his life, he's facing consequences without someone writing a check to soften the blow.#NickReiner #RobReiner #AlanJackson #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #PublicDefender #MicheleReiner #ReinerCase #MurderCharges #AccountabilityJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

In 2005, a national report revealed that the U.S. city with the highest rate of concentrated poverty was Fresno. Now, 20 years later, we wondered: have those economic conditions changed? Reporter: Israel Cardona Hernandez, KVPR High profile defense attorney Alan Jackson has announced that he no longer represents Nick Reiner, who stands accused of murdering his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, last month. Reporter: Frank Stoltze, LAist A Central Valley grape grower has agreed to pay about $130,000 after a federal investigation into a crash that killed seven employees and severely injured another. Reporter: Farida Jhabvala Romero, KQED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An ICE officer fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to the Department of Homeland Security. The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two oil tankers linked to Venezuela — one in the North Atlantic and one in the Caribbean Sea, officials said. Nick Reiner's arraignment was postponed again Wednesday in the murders of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, after his attorney, Alan Jackson, withdrew from the case. The arraignment hearing is now scheduled for Feb. 23. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coco's two-part Thursday news, discussing local & national tragedies plus the sudden Alan Jackson departure from the Reiner case in California.

Gary & Shannon break down the latest turn in the Reiner case after Alan Jackson exits and a public defender steps in, delaying the next hearing. They also discuss claims that Gen Z’s use of therapy language is being perceived as rude, the need for balance between boundaries and real-world community, updates from Governor Newsom’s on-going final State of the State address, and a developing NASA situation involving a potential medical evacuation from the space station.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara said "the loss of a human life is a tragedy" as he spoke about the woman shot and killed by an ICE agent on Wednesday. He said tension has built up over ICE's presence and added "this was entirely predictable." O'Hara defended his officers, who he said are being put in the middle and trying to deescalate situations. Retired ICE agent Eric Balliet, who spent a quarter century with federal law enforcement and was injured in a vehicular assault in 2008, breaks down videos that show the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis. Nick Reiner was set to be arraigned on murder charges on Wednesday in the killing of his parents Rob and Michele Reiner. But his defense attorney, Alan Jackson, told the judge he could no longer represent the 32-year-old. After the hearing, Jackson said he couldn't say why he withdrew for legal reasons, but added, "Nick Reiner is not guilty of murder." In changes to U.S. dietary guidelines, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Americans should focus on fresh vegetables, protein and dairy instead of highly-processed foods. Many health organizations applauded the efforts after slamming Kennedy earlier this week for changes to the U.S. childhood vaccine schedule. Nancy Cordes reports. New research suggests that after stopping the use of weight loss drugs, weight regain is almost four times faster compared to after traditional diet and physical exercise programs. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what the study found. This year, America celebrates its 250th birthday - but does the American dream still exist? While some told CBS News they believe they're currently living it, more Americans find it less achievable compared to decades ago, research finds. CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil reports. Academy Award winner Holly Hunter is starring in the new Paramount+ original series "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" as the Star Trek franchise marks its 60th anniversary. She talks with CBS Mornings about the series and being part of the Star Trek legacy. UFC is entering a new era on Paramount+ beginning later this month. UFC President and CEO Dana White explains what to expect and previews some of the major upcoming matchups. The drama and deceit of the Emmy-winning reality show "The Traitors" returns in season four with a star-studded cast. Anthony Mason got a behind-the-scenes look at the show with host Alan Cumming. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Reiner's arraignment hearing is delayed until Feb. 23, 2026. Alan Jackson resigns from the case and tells press “Nick Reiner is not guilty of murder. Let's talk about it. Let's talk about the presumption of innocence in this case.Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a channel member for custom Emojis, first looks and exclusive streams here: https://youtube.com/@robertaglass/joinThank you Patrons!Carol Mumumeci, Therese Tunks, JC, Lizzy D, Elizabeth Drake, Texas Mimi, Barb, Deborah Shults, Debra Ratliff, Stephanie Lamberson, Maryellen Sudol, Mona, Karen Pacini, Jen Buell, Marie Horton, ER, Rosie Grace, B. Rabbit, Sally Merrick, Amanda D, Mary B, Mrs Jones, Amy Gill, Eileen, Wesley Loves Octoberfest, Erin (Kitties1993), Anna Quint, Cici Guteriez, Sandra Loves GatsbyHannna, Christy, Jen Buell, Elle Solari, Carol Cardella, Jennifer Harmon, DoxieMama65, Carol Holderman, Joan Mahon, Marcie Denton, Rosanne Aponte, Johnny Jay, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Victoria Devenish, Jeri Falk, Kimberly Lovelace, Penni Miller, Jil, Janet Gardner, Jayne Wallace (JaynesWhirled), Pat Brooks, Jennifer Klearman, Judy Brown, Linda Lazzaro, Suzanne Kniffin, Susan Hicks, Jeff Meadors, D Samlam, Pat Brooks, Cythnia, Bonnie Schoeneman-Dilley, Diane Larsen, Mary, Kimberly Philipson, Cat Stewart, Cindy Pochesci, Kevin Crecy, Renee Chavez, Melba Pourteau, Julie K Thomas, Mia Wallace, Stark Stuff, Kayce Taylor, Alice, Dean, GiGi5, Jennifer Crum, Dana Natale, Bewildered Beauty, Pepper, Joan Chakonas, Blythe, Pat Dell, Lorraine Reid, T.B., Melissa, Victoria Gray Bross, Toni Woodland, Danbrit, Kenny Haines and Toni Natalie.

In Ohio, police share security camera video of a person of interest in the shooting deaths of a dentist and his wife. In Georgia, a widow accused of killing her husband stands trial for the third time. In Los Angeles, an update in the Nick Reiner case. Plus, an arson investigator on what tools he uses to solve a crime. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Reiner told the world exactly who he was. In 2016 interviews, he admitted he hated getting sober, chose homelessness over rehab, and met his heroin dealer through connections he made in treatment. He called himself "a spoiled, white, rich kid from a Hollywood family" and said he had "resistance every time they tried to reach me." His father Rob Reiner acknowledged they ignored Nick when he said the programs weren't working because they trusted the professionals over their own son.Eighteen rehab stints by age twenty-two. Facilities costing up to $70,000 per month. A wilderness program in Utah where Nick says the seed of his heroin addiction was planted. And through it all, the money kept flowing. Ten thousand dollars a month in allowance. A guest house on the Brentwood estate. Every bill paid.Now Rob and Michele Reiner are dead, allegedly stabbed by Nick in their bedroom on December 14th. And according to sources, their estate is funding Nick's defense. His attorney is Alan Jackson, the high-powered lawyer who represented Kevin Spacey and got Karen Read acquitted. Jackson's fees run into the millions. Nick has never worked.Nick is off suicide watch and faces arraignment tomorrow. The defense will likely argue mental illness — Nick was reportedly diagnosed with schizophrenia and his meds were changed weeks before the killings. But this isn't just a story about mental health. It's about seventeen years of checks that bought everything except accountability. And one final check, signed from beyond the grave.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #AlanJackson #Rehab #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeToday #Addiction #BrentwoodMurder #HollywoodMurderJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Tuesday marks a turning point in the Nick Reiner case. The 32-year-old son of legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner will stand before a judge and, for the first time, enter a plea on two counts of first-degree murder with special circumstances.Everyone watching knows what's coming. Defense attorney Alan Jackson has spent three weeks telegraphing it. "Very complex and serious issues." A sealed mental health order. A client who appeared in court in a suicide smock after failing to receive medical clearance the day before.Not guilty by reason of insanity.But what does that defense actually require in California? It's not enough to be mentally ill. It's not enough to have schizophrenia, which sources confirm Nick was diagnosed with years ago. Under the M'Naghten standard, the defense must prove he either didn't understand the nature of stabbing his parents to death, or didn't know it was wrong.That's a high bar. And prosecutors have ammunition. Nick's own words — recorded on podcasts — show a man who knew how to manipulate systems and people. Seventeen rehab programs gamed. Parents convinced to ignore experts. A calculated campaign to remain in their lives despite every warning.Can you claim insanity for a single night while demonstrating strategic thinking for seventeen years?Bob Motta joins True Crime Today to break down the legal mechanics of what's coming. The two-phase trial process. How psychiatric testimony works. What happens if the defense actually wins — and whether Nick Reiner could ever walk free.The arraignment is just the beginning. Here's what it sets in motion.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #TrueCrimeToday #InsanityDefense #AlanJackson #Arraignment #CaliforniaLaw #TrueCrime #JusticeJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Alan Jackson doesn't take cases he can't spin. The high-powered defense attorney — fresh off Karen Read's acquittal — is now representing Nick Reiner, charged with murdering his parents Rob and Michele Reiner in their Brentwood home. And he's already laying the groundwork for what's coming."Very complex and serious issues." "Restraint and dignity." That's defense attorney code for: we're going with insanity.Nick was diagnosed with schizophrenia years ago. His medication was reportedly adjusted weeks before the killings. A sealed court order regarding his mental health has already been signed. He appeared at his first hearing in a suicide prevention smock, wasn't medically cleared the day before, and said only two words: "Yes, your honor."The optics are being set. But can it actually work?California's M'Naghten standard is brutal for defendants. You have to prove you didn't understand what you were doing or didn't know it was wrong. Not that you were mentally ill. Not that you were hearing voices. The bar is specific and high.Bob Motta joins us to explain how insanity defenses actually play out in court. What evidence moves juries? How do prosecutors counter claims of psychosis? And here's the question no one wants to ask: if Nick spent seventeen years manipulating his parents, gaming rehab programs, and convincing them to ignore professional warnings — can he really claim he didn't understand what he was doing when he allegedly killed them?Mental illness is real. But so is accountability. Bob Motta breaks down where the law draws that line.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #InsanityDefense #AlanJackson #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #CaliforniaLaw #MentalHealth #ReinerCaseJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Breaking developments in the Nick Reiner case. The 32-year-old charged with murdering Rob and Michele Reiner has been removed from suicide watch at Twin Towers Correctional Facility, just one day before his scheduled arraignment. He remains in high-observation housing but is no longer considered at risk of self-harm. Meanwhile, questions mount about who is paying for his high-profile defense attorney Alan Jackson.Sources close to the Reiner family tell multiple outlets that estate money is funding Jackson's representation. Jackson reportedly charges upward of $2,000 per hour and his past cases have run into the millions. Karen Read's defense cost an estimated $5-6 million. Nick Reiner has no known employment history and was living rent-free in his parents' guest house while receiving a $10,000 monthly allowance at the time of the killings.The Reiner estate is valued at approximately $200 million, built from Rob's legendary career directing films like When Harry Met Sally, The Princess Bride, and A Few Good Men, plus Castle Rock Entertainment residuals from Seinfeld and The Shawshank Redemption. Under California's Slayer Statute, Nick cannot inherit if convicted. But relatives can still use estate funds for legal defense — which is exactly what sources say is happening.Nick is expected to enter a plea tomorrow on two counts of first-degree murder with special circumstances. The defense appears to be building toward a mental health argument. Nick was reportedly diagnosed with schizophrenia and his medication was changed weeks before the killings.#NickReiner #RobReiner #AlanJackson #ReinerArraignment #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #MicheleReiner #BrentwoodMurder #SuicideWatch #MurderTrialJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Gary & Shannon open the hour tracking nonstop NFL playoff shakeups before diving into #WhatsHappening, breaking down the day’s biggest stories — from Alan Jackson stepping away from the Nick Reiner case, to a deadly ICE-involved shooting, a brutal flu season returning to pre-COVID levels, and an NFL lineman suing his ex over podcast comments he says crossed the line.KFI’s Michael Monks joins the show to preview his special LA Fire: One Year Later, airing tonight at 7 p.m., with live coverage to follow. The hour winds down with #WhatchaWatchinWednesday as Gary & Shannon break down what’s trending, including Peacock’s The Day of the Jackal and the latest season of Billy Bob Thornton’s buzzy series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon reflect on the one-year anniversary of the devastating wildfires and dig into new questions about government preparedness, accountability, and why key reports appear to have been softened before release. The hour moves into breaking developments out of Minneapolis involving an ICE-related shooting, followed by major updates in the Reiner case as a public defender steps in and legal experts question the viability of a mental defense. The conversation turns personal and pointed as attorney Alan Jackson’s departure sparks speculation about behind-the-scenes tension, before shifting gears to Mickey Rourke distancing himself from a viral GoFundMe. The hour closes with KFI’s Heather Brooker reporting live from the Palisades, capturing the emotional ceremonies honoring those lost.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon kick off the show with a wild mix of breaking news, from a corn spill (definitely not a porn spill) shutting down the 10 Freeway, to major updates in the Reiner case as high-powered attorney Alan Jackson exits and Nick Reiner heads to court. The conversation widens to global stakes as the U.S. seizes a Venezuelan oil tanker, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and President Trump’s strategy under the microscope. Plus, journalist and bestselling author Jacob Soboroff joins the show to discuss his new book, Firestorm, and what he calls a “new age of disaster.” The hour wraps with sports shakeups, including John Harbaugh’s firing after 18 years with the Ravens and a trademark snag threatening the A’s move to Las Vegas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Reiner is expected to be arraigned Tuesday on two counts of first-degree murder in the stabbing deaths of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. From the outset, his defense team—led by high-profile attorney Alan Jackson—has made one thing clear: mental health will be central to this case.Jackson has described the killings as a “devastating tragedy” involving “very complex and serious issues,” language that strongly signals a forthcoming insanity defense. Court filings already include a sealed medical order signed by the judge, and multiple sources have confirmed that Nick Reiner was diagnosed with schizophrenia years ago, with reported changes to his medication in the weeks leading up to the killings.All of that points toward a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity. But what does that actually mean under California law?California applies the M'Naghten standard, one of the strictest insanity tests in the country. To prevail, the defense must prove that at the time of the alleged acts, Nick either did not understand the nature and quality of what he was doing, or did not know that it was morally or legally wrong. The burden is entirely on the defense—not the prosecution.In this interview, defense attorney Bob Motta breaks down what Alan Jackson is likely building behind the scenes. What kind of psychiatric evidence actually carries weight with a jury? How do expert evaluations work? And if an insanity defense succeeds, what happens next—state hospital commitment, duration, and the realistic prospects for eventual release.We also confront the hardest question in this case. Nick Reiner's own podcast admissions describe years of manipulation—gaming rehabilitation programs, controlling narratives, and persuading his parents to distrust medical professionals. Can a long pattern of deliberate behavior coexist with a claim of legal insanity at the moment of the killings?Bob Motta walks through the legal strategy, the trial mechanics, and what to expect when Nick Reiner formally enters his plea.The insanity defense is not a loophole. It is one of the most difficult defenses in criminal law to win. This is how it actually works.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #InsanityDefense #AlanJackson #CaliforniaLaw #BobMotta #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimeJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

The normalization and medicalization of violence is rampant in the reporting on Nick Reiner's alleged murder of his parents famed director Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle Singer Reiner. Did Nick Reiner snap? Was violence a bi-product of his drug addiction? Was Reiner experiencing psychosis due to schizophrenia? Let's talk about it.Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a chanel member for custom Emojis, first looks and exclusive streams here: https://youtube.com/@robertaglass/joinThank you Patrons! Beth, Shelley Safford, Carol Mumumeci, Therese Tunks, JC, Lizzy D, Elizabeth Drake, Texas Mimi, Barb, Deborah Shults, Ratliff, Stephanie Lamberson, Maryellen Sudol, Mona, Karen Pacini, Jen Buell, Marie Horton, ER, Rosie Grace, B. Rabbit, Sally Merrick, Amanda D, Mary B, Mrs Jones, Amy Gill, Eileen, Wesley Loves Octoberfest, Erin (Kitties1993), Anna Quint, Cici Guteriez, Sandra Loves GatsbyHannna, Christy, Jen Buell, Elle Solari, Carol Cardella, Jennifer Harmon, DoxieMama65, Carol Holderman, Joan Mahon, Marcie Denton, Rosanne Aponte, Johnny Jay, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Victoria Devenish, Jeri Falk, Kimberly Lovelace, Penni Miller, Jil, Janet Gardner, Jayne Wallace (JaynesWhirled), Pat Brooks, Jennifer Klearman, Judy Brown, Linda Lazzaro, Suzanne Kniffin, Susan Hicks, Jeff Meadors, D Samlam, Pat Brooks, Cythnia, Bonnie Schoeneman-Dilley, Diane Larsen, Mary, Kimberly Philipson, Cat Stewart, Cindy Pochesci, Kevin Crecy, Renee Chavez, Melba Pourteau, Julie K Thomas, Mia Wallace, Stark Stuff, Kayce Taylor, Alice, Dean, GiGi5, Jennifer Crum, Dana Natale, Bewildered Beauty, Pepper, Joan Chakonas, Blythe, Pat Dell, Lorraine Reid, T.B., Melissa, Victoria Gray Bross, Toni Woodland, Danbrit, Kenny Haines and Toni Natalie

This week on the podcast, your two favorite comedians discuss… —Football—Christmas—AI in College00:00 Introductions… Football Talk01:55 Christmas09:19 AI in College11:47 Puka Nacua21:20 Alan Jackson29:13 Liquor Sales32:01 Kim Kardashian37:44 Avatar40:43 Lamb of God42:49 Llamar OdomNFLJake's Lions have been eliminated; nathan's Packers will be one-and-done after the Wildcard round…Not a great season for either team.Bummer.ChristmasIt's the most, wonderful time… Of the year!Also: Jake's bald.AI in CollegeStudents used AI to cheat……and then to apologize for cheating.BrilliantPuka NacuaJake brought up Puka last week, but he's in the news again…Alan JacksonNo, not 9/11 Alan Jackson, a super-lawyer who plans on shooting for a full acquittal for Nick Reiner, the man accused of murdering his parents, Rob and Michele. Liquor SalesCanada dropped all American spirits, and thus a Kentucky bourbon distillery is shutting production down for all of 2026.America: Finally Great Again.Kim KardashianI never thought I'd be on her side, but here we are.A greedy loser tried to sue her, a judge tossed the case, now she wants her legal fees covered by the loser.Gotta say, good for her.AvatarThe third movie in the unwatchable series (seriously, the only reason I didn't walk out of the theater during the first movie is because I was in Cuyahoga Falls with literally nothing to do) is making less money than the previous installment……and yet, Hollywood rags are trying to prop it up.Lamb of GodThis might be the greatest story of all time: a ticketing company thought the heavy metal band Lamb of God was a Christian act.He-he! Llamar OdomHe's got a life lesson for you, kids… Pay attention! Idiots on Parade: we mock the news, so you don't have to.Tune in and get your giggle on.Find Jake at @jakeveveraFind nathan at nathantimmel.comShow your support by picking up a T-Shirt: https://nathan-timmel.dashery.com/

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Nick Reiner was diagnosed with schizophrenia years ago. He was in treatment. Expensive treatment. According to multiple reports, his medication was changed just weeks before his parents were stabbed to death. His defense attorney, Alan Jackson — fresh off a major acquittal in another high-profile case — is already calling this case “very complex.” Translation: the insanity defense is coming. But insanity is not a diagnosis — it's a legal standard. In California, the question is narrow and brutal: did the defendant understand what he was doing, and did he know it was wrong? In this episode, we walk through what an insanity defense actually requires, and why it's far harder to prove than many people assume. We examine how being actively in treatment can cut both ways, how medication changes factor into legal responsibility, and why post-crime behavior — hotel stays, travel, attempts to clean up evidence, calm public behavior — creates serious hurdles for the defense. We also discuss Nick's court appearance in a suicide prevention smock, the delayed arraignments, and a sealed medical order signed by the judge. What's happening behind closed doors? Competency evaluations? Psychiatric holds? Strategic positioning? Finally, we explore the most painful layer of all: when the victims and the defendant are part of the same family. How does accountability work when mental illness is real — but so is violence? This isn't about sympathy versus punishment. It's about where the law draws the line. #NickReiner #InsanityDefense #Schizophrenia #TrueCrimeAnalysis #JenniferCoffindaffer #HiddenKillers #MentalHealthAndCrime #LegalBreakdown #TrueCrime Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Nick Reiner was diagnosed with schizophrenia years ago. He was in treatment. Expensive treatment. According to multiple reports, his medication was changed just weeks before his parents were stabbed to death. His defense attorney, Alan Jackson — fresh off a major acquittal in another high-profile case — is already calling this case “very complex.” Translation: the insanity defense is coming. But insanity is not a diagnosis — it's a legal standard. In California, the question is narrow and brutal: did the defendant understand what he was doing, and did he know it was wrong? In this episode, we walk through what an insanity defense actually requires, and why it's far harder to prove than many people assume. We examine how being actively in treatment can cut both ways, how medication changes factor into legal responsibility, and why post-crime behavior — hotel stays, travel, attempts to clean up evidence, calm public behavior — creates serious hurdles for the defense. We also discuss Nick's court appearance in a suicide prevention smock, the delayed arraignments, and a sealed medical order signed by the judge. What's happening behind closed doors? Competency evaluations? Psychiatric holds? Strategic positioning? Finally, we explore the most painful layer of all: when the victims and the defendant are part of the same family. How does accountability work when mental illness is real — but so is violence? This isn't about sympathy versus punishment. It's about where the law draws the line. #NickReiner #InsanityDefense #Schizophrenia #TrueCrimeAnalysis #JenniferCoffindaffer #HiddenKillers #MentalHealthAndCrime #LegalBreakdown #TrueCrime Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins us to analyze the behavioral red flags in the Nick Reiner case—the son of legendary director Rob Reiner who now faces two counts of first-degree murder in the stabbing deaths of both his parents. In this exclusive interview, Dreeke examines the disturbing timeline that emerged in the hours before Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead in their Brentwood home: the erratic behavior at Conan O'Brien's star-studded holiday party, the repetitive questioning of celebrities like Bill Hader and Jane Fonda, the explosive public argument between father and son, and Nick's reported 4 a.m. check-in to a Santa Monica hotel where staff later discovered blood-soaked sheets and a shower full of blood. Dreeke explains what these behavioral patterns reveal about escalation, crisis states, and why families often see catastrophe coming but feel powerless to intervene. We discuss what Nick's calm courtroom demeanor might indicate, what defense attorney Alan Jackson's careful language could be signaling, and what this tragedy exposes about the limits of what even wealthy, well-connected families can do when an adult child refuses help. This case has shaken Hollywood and sparked a national conversation about mental health, addiction, and the impossible choices parents face. Dreeke brings decades of experience reading human behavior under pressure—and his analysis cuts through the noise to help us understand what went wrong and why. If you're following the Reiner case, this is essential viewing. Subscribe for continuing coverage as this case moves through the legal system. #NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #TrueCrime #FBIBehavioralAnalysis #RobinDreeke #BrentwoodMurders #HollywoodTragedy #MentalHealthCrisis #CriminalPsychology Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins us to analyze the behavioral red flags in the Nick Reiner case—the son of legendary director Rob Reiner who now faces two counts of first-degree murder in the stabbing deaths of both his parents. In this exclusive interview, Dreeke examines the disturbing timeline that emerged in the hours before Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead in their Brentwood home: the erratic behavior at Conan O'Brien's star-studded holiday party, the repetitive questioning of celebrities like Bill Hader and Jane Fonda, the explosive public argument between father and son, and Nick's reported 4 a.m. check-in to a Santa Monica hotel where staff later discovered blood-soaked sheets and a shower full of blood. Dreeke explains what these behavioral patterns reveal about escalation, crisis states, and why families often see catastrophe coming but feel powerless to intervene. We discuss what Nick's calm courtroom demeanor might indicate, what defense attorney Alan Jackson's careful language could be signaling, and what this tragedy exposes about the limits of what even wealthy, well-connected families can do when an adult child refuses help. This case has shaken Hollywood and sparked a national conversation about mental health, addiction, and the impossible choices parents face. Dreeke brings decades of experience reading human behavior under pressure—and his analysis cuts through the noise to help us understand what went wrong and why. If you're following the Reiner case, this is essential viewing. Subscribe for continuing coverage as this case moves through the legal system. #NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #TrueCrime #FBIBehavioralAnalysis #RobinDreeke #BrentwoodMurders #HollywoodTragedy #MentalHealthCrisis #CriminalPsychology Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Dave Landau back in studio. WATP Karl on Howard Stern's contract announcement & Jasleen Singh embarrassing her husband Akaash. PLUS – Rob Reiner murder, Michigan's coaching search, Britney Spears birthday month, and Dustin Diamond stories. Dave Landau joins us today in-studio. Check him out on January 3rd at O'Mara's in Berkley. We anxiously await the hire of the next coach of Michigan football. Michigan football players feel betrayed by Sherrone Moore. Jim Harbaugh has been in contact with Moore, but isn't spilling much. Nick Reiner has retained high profile lawyer, Alan Jackson. More updates are coming out of the slaughter. Insignificant trivia is abound. It could have been the Obamas! Female Ghostbusters was an all-time failure. AI Architects named Time's Person of the Year. A'ja Wilson somehow beat all the men and is the athlete of the year. Karl Hamburger of WATP drops by to discuss Howard Stern's returning to SiriusXM, rip apart Jasleen Singh and Nehal Tenany's terrible podcast, check out on Nick Reiner's appearance on the Dopey podcast and much more. It's Britney Spears birthday month and she's letting it all hang out. Hopefully she wasn't driving during her birthday bash. Sydney Sweeney stunned at the premiere of The Housemaid. We watch as her boobs take a lie detector test. Amanda Seyfried is pretty hot. We check out the 34 30 special on Smear the Queer. Dave Landau has Dustin Diamond stories. We love Nicolas Cage movies. Merch is still available. Click here to see what we have to offer for a limited time. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).