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Apr 3, 2025 • 30min
Accused killer's voice on a 911 call in Michigan. A hike in paradise gone terribly wrong. And Karen Read's retrial begins.
A gripping 911 call from Michigan could sway a high-profile murder case, while a doctor in Hawaii faces attempted murder charges after a hiking incident gone horribly wrong. Tensions rise as Karen Read's retrial unfolds, bringing emotional courtroom drama and testimonies to light. Additionally, the podcast sheds light on essential law enforcement practices for interacting with individuals with autism, emphasizing effective communication and innovative strategies for safety.

Apr 2, 2025 • 42min
Silent Witness
The tragic murder of Michelle Young unfolds as investigators sift through a web of circumstantial evidence. With her husband away, the chilling details of her home invasion paint a haunting picture. Tensions rise as her family remembers her vibrant life amid the turmoil of the trial. The courtroom drama intensifies with Jason Young's emotional defense, revealing a troubled marriage marked by betrayal. New evidence offers glimmers of hope for justice, making the case a gripping exploration of love, loss, and the relentless pursuit of truth.

Apr 1, 2025 • 42min
Good & Evil
Julissa Trapp, a dedicated homicide detective, delves into the heart-wrenching case of a woman found in an Anaheim landfill. She talks about her promise to the victim's mother, revealing the emotional toll on families of missing women. The discussion uncovers the grim reality of tracking sex offenders and the challenges within the justice system. As the investigation intensifies, Trapp shares her experience connecting GPS data to apprehend a serial killer, exposing the dark complexities of evil intertwined with the relentless pursuit of justice.

Mar 27, 2025 • 29min
Verdict in the roommate murder trial. Mom accused of murder by fire and van. And, actor Dennis Quaid.
In this chat with Dennis Quaid, the talented actor known for his roles in classics like The Right Stuff, he shares his fascinating experience playing a serial killer. The conversation dives into the psychological challenges of embodying such a dark character. The podcast also updates listeners on gripping murder trials, highlighting the complexities surrounding the retrial of a mother accused of horrific crimes and the emotional fallout from recent verdicts. These gripping narratives intertwine the legal and human aspects of crime.

Mar 20, 2025 • 31min
A star defense witness takes the stand. The Zizians' leader in court. And a new scam called pig butchering.
A former lover testifies in a high-stakes murder trial, revealing tangled relationships and dark secrets. Meanwhile, a radical vegan group, the Zizians, faces scrutiny for violent crimes, raising troubling questions about their beliefs. Updates on the disappearance of a college student in the Dominican Republic and the complexities surrounding Lori Vallow Daybell's trial add to the intrigue. The podcast also sheds light on the rise of the 'pig butchering' scam, exposing the chilling tactics behind this latest financial threat.

Mar 19, 2025 • 23min
Talking Dateline: Deadly Entanglement
Josh Mankiewicz and Blayne Alexander sit down to talk about Blayne’s episode, “Deadly Entanglement.” In 2013, Desiree Sunford was found brutally murdered in her Yakima County, Washington, home. While authorities initially focused on the behavior of Desiree’s husband, a deeper dive into the couple’s relationship revealed a complicated connection to another woman and then to another man. Blayne and Josh discuss the tangled web that eventually led investigators to a suspect, as well as Blayne’s exclusive interview with the woman at the center of the story. And Blayne shares a podcast-exclusive clip in which the woman describes her relationship with the killer and her fears if he were to be set free. Plus, Dateline producer Susan Leibowitz joins Josh to answer viewer and listener questions from social media.Have a question for Talking Dateline? Leave it for us in a DM on social media @DatelineNBC or in a voicemail at (212) 413-5252 for a chance to be featured on a future episode!Listen to the full episode of "Deadly Entanglement" on Apple: https://apple.co/3FG3XaHListen to the full episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4VB0K1OU3xF3DMZS26tzri

Mar 18, 2025 • 1h 23min
Deadly Entanglement
When a woman is shot to death, evidence and testimonies poke holes in the story of a harmonious three-way affair involving her, her husband, and a mutual friend. Blayne Alexander reports.Blayne Alexander and Josh Mankiewicz go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4kUNejXListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6WNrW3LzRIne6SAQhGTk7J

Mar 13, 2025 • 29min
Survivors' haunting texts in Idaho. Questions for a New York prosecutor. And a spring break mystery.
Listen to this week's episode of the Dateline: True Crime Weekly podcast with Andrea Canning. Unsealed court documents reveal chilling texts sent by the roommates of four murdered Idaho students. The family of a young woman murdered in New York wants to know why the arrest of her suspected killer took so long. And we've got an update on the investigation into a student who went missing from a beach in the Dominican Republic. Plus, what's fair game when attorneys call on expert witnesses? Find out more about the cases covered each week here:www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

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Mar 12, 2025 • 24min
Talking Dateline: Lori Vallow Daybell - The Jailhouse Interview
Keith Morrison, a seasoned correspondent for Dateline NBC, dives into the chilling case of Lori Vallow Daybell, convicted of shocking crimes against her children. He reveals gripping details from his tense jailhouse interview with Lori, where her evasive responses and emotional manipulation create high-stakes drama. Listeners are drawn into the unsettling dynamics of her relationship with Chad Daybell and the disturbing motivations behind her actions. Exclusive insights and listener questions add depth to this complex narrative.

Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 23min
Lori Vallow Daybell: The Jailhouse Interview
Lori Vallow Daybell, convicted of murdering two of her children, sits down with Keith Morrison for her first TV interview; Lead detectives speak out exclusively about the investigation. Listen to ‘Mommy Doomsday,’ Keith’s original podcast on the case:Apple: https://apple.co/3FkEJ1pSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6O1U4NMmvQbvrbnBayyomu Keith Morrison and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/41J7PyXListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xAX9A5IItoFQNAmLIdzOu