CNN 5 Things 10:30am ET: Brian Walshe sentenced for his wife’s murder
Dec 18, 2025
Brian Walshe receives a life sentence for the planned murder of his wife, committed shortly after New Year 2023. The judge issues consecutive sentences for additional convictions, reflecting the severity of the crime. Hosts also take a moment to celebrate their podcast milestones in 2025, expressing gratitude to their audience. Additional segments tease access to deeper reporting and insights from CNN.
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Life Sentence After First-Degree Conviction
- Brian Walshe received life without parole after a jury convicted him of first-degree murder in the 2023 killing of his wife, Anna Walshe.
- The judge also ordered consecutive sentences for two additional convictions Walshe had pleaded guilty to before trial.
Planning Determined First-Degree Murder
- Jurors found Walshe planned to kill Anna just hours after ringing in the new year in 2023, leading to a first-degree murder conviction.
- Massachusetts mandates life without parole for its most serious homicide convictions, which applied here.
Hosts Reflect On Podcast Milestones
- David Rind and Christobo Polanco reflect on the podcast's reach and that five Things dropped over a thousand episodes in 2025.
- They thank listeners for tuning in, noting many people listened to over 5,000 episodes and wishing happy holidays.