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Caleb Flynn’s Affair Takes Center Stage. Can Prosecutors Connect Motive to Murder? With Special Guest Jay of @Jaybronious
26 Sep 2026
01:02:59
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Caleb Flynn promised his mistress a future together, but what do their private messages reveal about the events leading up to his wife Ashley’s death? As the murder trial exposes the affair, the promises and the hostility behind those exchanges, prosecutors face the central challenge: connecting Flynn’s words to the killing he denies committing.
Jay of @jaybronious joins criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter to break down the latest testimony, examine the prosecution’s evidence and discuss how the defense is responding.
Then, Josh provides updates and legal analysis on the cases involving Corie Walsh, Raymond Horsch and Elijah Hemingway. Plus, we close out the week with our Hero of the Week.
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Caleb Flynn’s Mistress Testifies He Wanted His Wife Dead With Guest Kathy of Gossip, Rumor & Innuendo
24 Sep 2026
01:01:05
As testimony continues in Caleb Flynn’s murder trial, how strong is the case against the former worship pastor and American Idol contestant accused of killing his wife, Ashley? Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter welcomes Kathy from Gossip, Rumor & Innuendo to examine the latest courtroom developments, questions surrounding Flynn’s mistress, and the evidence both sides want jurors to focus on. Is the prosecution connecting the dots, or is the defense finding room for reasonable doubt?
Then, Scott from Recovery Addict joins Josh to discuss today’s guilty verdict in the Tomasz Kosowski case. The Florida plastic surgeon represented himself against charges that he murdered attorney Steven Cozzi, whose body has never been recovered. We break down the evidence, Kosowski’s decision to defend himself, and what comes next as prosecutors seek the death penalty.
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Lawyer Reacts to Patrick Clancy’s 60 Minutes Interview & Kevin Reddington's Motion to Dismiss
22 Sep 2026
01:19:30
Patrick Clancy is speaking out about the loss of his children, his forgiveness of Lindsay Clancy and the online accusations surrounding their family. Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter reacts to Patrick’s “60 Minutes” interview and examines the legal developments following Lindsay’s mistrial, including the motion seeking a juror investigation and the anticipated double-jeopardy challenge to a retrial.
Plus, Angenette Levy joins Josh to break down the latest testimony in Caleb Flynn’s murder trial. Flynn says an intruder killed his wife, Ashley, but an investigator’s testimony about the garage door raises questions about that account. What does the crime scene establish, and how is the defense responding? Flynn has pleaded not guilty.
Join Courtroom Confidential LIVE at 5pm PT / 8pm ET for analysis of the evidence, the legal arguments and what comes next. Bring your questions and join the conversation.
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Can Lindsay Clancy Stop a Retrial? Criminal Lawyer Q&A
21 Sep 2026
02:12:10
Can Lindsay Clancy prevent another trial, and what happens when jurors give conflicting accounts of deliberations? Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions about the Commonwealth’s options, jury selection, holdout jurors and the legal arguments that could shape what happens next.
This Sunday Funday Q&A also examines Caleb Flynn’s defense and the messages discussed in opening statements, Tomasz Kosowski’s self-representation, questions about experts in Bryan Kohberger’s case, and the financial issues viewers are asking about in the d4vd and Barry Morphew cases. Plus, a guest contribution from R.J. Dreiling explores how attorneys research potential jurors.
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Caleb Flynn Trial Day 1: Caleb's Messages to His Mistress- Can the Defense Explain Them?
19 Sep 2026
01:02:14
Caleb Flynn told police an intruder killed his wife, Ashley, but prosecutors opened his murder trial with messages they say he sent to his mistress before her death. His defense acknowledges the affair while arguing that anger, betrayal and a possible motive do not prove murder. Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter examines the competing opening statements, the first day of testimony and the questions the evidence must answer.
Also in this Weekly Roundup: Tomasz Kosowski challenges DNA testimony while representing himself in his murder trial, Lindsay Clancy’s holdout juror offers a competing account of deliberations, and Josh discusses the ruling on Gerhardt Konig’s request for a new trial. We close with our Hero of the Week.
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Why Won’t Nick Reiner Face the Death Penalty? A Former Prosecutor Explains
17 Sep 2026
01:03:29
Nick Reiner will not face the death penalty, but major questions remain about his defense and the evidence the public has yet to see. Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter joins Los Angeles Times reporter James Queally to examine the decision, potential mental-health arguments and the fight over keeping grand jury materials sealed.
The episode opens with retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent and Fox News contributor James Gagliano examining the security failures alleged in Charlie Kirk’s family’s notice of claim. Later, Josh breaks down Tomasz Kosowski’s self-representation, the police-car footage and his unusual courtroom challenge involving a trash bag.
0:00 Tonight’s Cases 1:14 Welcome and Show Preview 4:00 Charlie Kirk: James Gagliano Joins Josh 14:04 Rooftop Warnings and Campus Security 23:11 Viewer Acknowledgments 24:30 Nick Reiner: Death Penalty Off the Table 35:46 Why Keep the Grand Jury Evidence Sealed? 41:29 Could d4vd Face the Death Penalty? 44:48 Viewer Acknowledgments 45:40 Tomasz Kosowski: Self-Representation and Appeals 50:44 Police-Car Video and Physical Evidence 52:48 The Trash Bag Objection 55:50 Channel News, Merch and Upcoming Coverage
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Plastic Surgeon Defends Himself in Murder Trial: Tomasz Kosowski
15 Sep 2026
00:50:55
Florida plastic surgeon Tomasz Kosowski is representing himself in the murder trial arising from attorney Steven Cozzi’s disappearance. Cozzi’s body has never been recovered, but prosecutors say blood evidence, surveillance footage, vehicle records and a collection of tools and medical supplies connect Kosowski to the alleged killing.
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter and Jay of @jaybronious examine the first day of testimony, Kosowski’s decision to waive a jury and counsel, and whether prosecutors can prove murder without recovering the victim’s body.
Plus, Josh previews cases on the docket this week, including Nick Reiner, Caleb Flynn and Gerhardt Konig.
0:00 Introduction 0:59 Episode Preview 3:42 Welcome Jay! 5:33 Tomasz Kosowski: The Civil Dispute and Alleged Motive 9:41 Why Kosowski Is Representing Himself Without a Jury 13:20 The Cart and Surveillance Evidence 18:18 Prosecutors Describe the “Murder Bag” 20:28 What the Bag Could Reveal About Planning 25:08 The Finger-Licking Allegation and DNA Evidence 26:51 Steven Cozzi’s Husband Testifies 29:05 Could Kosowski’s Silence Affect Sentencing? 35:17 Nick Reiner: What to Expect at His Next Hearing 40:18 Caleb Flynn: Trial Preview 43:47 Gerhardt Konig: Juror Misconduct Allegations 47:22 Closing Announcements
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Caleb Flynn: 5 Things You Need to Know Before His Trial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtqPBzpDdjI
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Caleb Flynn: 5 Things You Need to Know Before His Murder Trial
14 Sep 2026
00:13:59
Caleb Flynn called 911 to report that an intruder had broken into his home and killed his wife, Ashley. Investigators say the former American Idol contestant and worship pastor shot her himself, then staged a burglary. What evidence will determine which account jurors believe?
Ahead of jury selection scheduled for September 17, criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down five things you need to know about the Caleb Flynn case. We examine the alleged crime-scene staging, the questions surrounding his 911 call, his daughters’ expected testimony and what prosecutors will need to prove at trial.
Caleb Flynn has pleaded not guilty to all charges and is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
CHAPTERS 00:00 The Caleb Flynn case 00:48 1. Who were Caleb and Ashley Flynn? 01:58 2. What happened inside the Flynn home? 04:57 3. Why do investigators believe the burglary was staged? 06:47 4. Why will the 911 call and the children's testimony matter? 09:26 5. What will it take to convict Caleb Flynn? 11:32 Will Caleb testify? Josh’s biggest trial questions
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Lindsay Clancy Jurors Reveal What Happened in the Deliberation Room with Special Guest Neama Rahmani
10 Sep 2026
01:12:22
Jurors from the Lindsay Clancy trial are speaking publicly about the deliberations that ended in a mistrial. Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter joins former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani to examine what their accounts reveal, what remains disputed, and what the Commonwealth may do next.
The discussion also explores a larger legal question through the cases involving Nicole Linton, Royce Moser and Corie Walshe: when does severe mental illness change criminal responsibility, and can evidence of planning coexist with psychosis?
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Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: Can the Commonwealth Win a Retrial? | Legal Q&A
08 Sep 2026
01:59:00
After Lindsay Clancy’s 11-1 mistrial, the questions are shifting from what happened during the first trial to what the Commonwealth and defense must do differently in a retrial. Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter explains whether double jeopardy applies, why prosecutors changed their portrayal of Clancy, whether planning rules out legal insanity and how another impartial jury could be selected.
Josh also answers viewer questions about Barry Morphew’s reported bond trouble, D4vd’s request for a public defender, victim-rights counsel in the Tyler Robinson case, Caleb Flynn’s 911 call, the Laura Owens plea deal, missing witnesses, jury deadlocks and more.
0:00 Welcome! 2:27 Can states eliminate the insanity defense? 7:11 Do televised trials harm victims? 9:34 Jury selection and speculation about Patrick Clancy 17:50 What happens when a star witness disappears? 26:55 Why prosecutors changed their Lindsay Clancy strategy 34:15 Laura Owens plea deal explained 42:06 Could a manslaughter verdict be appealed? 48:19 How long can a jury remain deadlocked? 54:19 Reddington, the lone juror and post-trial comments 57:25 Would Clancy have benefited from a bench trial? 1:04:29 Does double jeopardy prevent a retrial? 1:08:41 Does planning disprove legal insanity? 1:12:11 Why Tyler Robinson’s victim has an attorney 1:15:28 Courtroom clothing, grooming and jail meals 1:24:58 Can D4vd qualify for a public defender? 1:35:14 Barry Morphew’s alleged bond violation 1:42:02 Selecting an impartial jury for a Clancy retrial 1:48:23 Caleb Flynn’s revealing 911 call
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Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: The 11-1 Split and What Happens Next
05 Sep 2026
00:39:50
The Lindsay Clancy murder trial has ended in a mistrial after seven days of deliberations and more than 36 hours without a unanimous verdict.
Clancy’s defense says 11 jurors were prepared to acquit her, while one holdout juror prevented the panel from reaching a verdict. After the judge declined to remove that juror and the jury reported that it remained deadlocked, a mistrial was declared.
What caused the impasse? Did the holdout juror properly apply the law, and will the Commonwealth put Lindsay Clancy through a second trial?
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down the dramatic conclusion, the fight over the lone holdout and what could happen next.
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Lindsay Clancy Verdict Watch: How Much Longer Can This Go?
04 Sep 2026
00:15:44
Verdict watch in the Lindsay Clancy trial has entered a sixth day after more than 30 hours of deliberations and two previous reports that the jury could not reach a unanimous decision. Can they finally reach an agreement, or is the trial headed toward a mistrial?
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down what the jury is struggling to decide and whether a mistrial is becoming more likely. Join us LIVE for the latest developments, legal analysis and your questions.
00:00 Welcome 01:07 Where things stand 02:40 Signs that point to a potential verdict 03:57 Can judge give a second Tuey-Rodriguez instruction? 07:13 If there's a mistrial, will the same Commonwealth attorneys try the case? 07:38 Is it coercion to deliberate until others change their mind? 08:15 Is there a required amount of time after Tuey-Rodriguez is given? 12:20 Why is the jury's silence surprising? 14:00 Will the judge ask if there's anything they're unanimous on?
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Lindsay Clancy Verdict Watch: Is a Mistrial Coming?
03 Sep 2026
00:24:08
The Lindsay Clancy jury remains in deliberations after reporting that it could not reach a unanimous verdict. Then a woman was arrested outside Plymouth Superior Court after allegedly filming jurors, leading to a warning from the judge and individual questioning of every juror.
Reporting from outside the courthouse, criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter explains why the jury’s silence may suggest movement, what happens if jurors again say they cannot agree, and when Massachusetts’ Tuey-Rodriguez instruction could lead to a verdict or mistrial.
Later, Josh breaks down the decision ordering Tyler Robinson to stand trial for the killing of Charlie Kirk and why the death penalty remains on the table.
0:00 Live outside Plymouth Superior Court 2:22 Lindsay Clancy verdict watch 2:28 Why jurors requested the knife and pill bottles 3:15 Jury reports it cannot reach a verdict 5:08 Judge issues a warning 6:04 Woman arrested after allegedly filming jurors 8:33 Every juror questioned individually 10:35 Why the jury’s silence may signal movement 14:03 What a “dynamite charge” means 16:50 Tyler Robinson ordered to stand trial 21:24 Final updates and show schedule
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Lindsay Clancy Verdict Watch: What Will the Jury Decide? With Special Guest Laura Ingle
01 Sep 2026
00:56:39
The jury returns Monday to continue deliberations in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial after two days without a verdict. NewsNation senior correspondent Laura Ingle joins former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney Joshua Ritter to discuss what happened inside the courtroom, what jurors may be weighing and whether their requests to examine the knife and prescription bottles offer any clues about where deliberations are headed.
Plus, Josh breaks down Bryan Kohberger’s latest attempt to undo his guilty plea, including new motions seeking to disqualify the judge and move his post-conviction proceedings back to Latah County.
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Criminal Lawyer Answers Your Questions: Lindsay Clancy, Shanna Gardner, Karmelo Anthony & More
31 Aug 2026
02:11:08
True crime, legal analysis, and YOUR questions—LIVE! Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions on the biggest cases in true crime, including Lindsay Clancy, Shanna Gardner, Karmelo Anthony, Laken Snelling, Keffe D and more.
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Closing Arguments Reaction & Analysis. Which Side Prevailed?
28 Aug 2026
00:20:16
Lindsay Clancy’s fate is now in the hands of a Massachusetts jury. Live outside the courthouse, Joshua Ritter shares who he thinks prevailed in closing arguments as verdict watch continues.
Lindsay Clancy is accused of killing her three young children, Cora, Dawson and Callan, inside the family’s Duxbury, Massachusetts, home in January 2023. Her defense does not dispute that she killed the children but argues that she was not criminally responsible because she was suffering from postpartum psychosis. Prosecutors contend her actions were planned and deliberate.
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Psychiatrist Reacts as Final Expert Says She “Had Control” With Special Guest Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring
27 Aug 2026
01:43:26
The Lindsay Clancy murder trial has reached its final stage, with testimony concluding and closing arguments expected Thursday.
The Commonwealth’s final forensic psychiatrist told jurors that Clancy acted methodically, exercised control and remained capable of distinguishing right from wrong when she killed her three children. The defense challenged that conclusion, emphasizing Clancy’s severe mental-health decline, repeated efforts to obtain help, medication history and its claim that she was experiencing postpartum psychosis and obeying a commanding voice.
East Idaho News Courtroom Insider reporter Grace Wong joins criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter to recap the final day of testimony, examine how the evidence may have landed with jurors and preview the cases both sides must make during closing arguments.
Then, board-certified psychiatrist and former FDA medical officer Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring breaks down the final psychiatric battle, including: • Whether organized or methodical actions rule out psychosis • How command hallucinations can affect judgment and behavior • Whether someone can be psychotic but still legally responsible • What Clancy’s medication history and severe insomnia may reveal • The difference between a psychiatric diagnosis and the legal standard for criminal responsibility • What each side’s experts may have overstated or left unanswered
With the jury about to receive the case, what must the Commonwealth establish to prove Lindsay Clancy was criminally responsible, and has the defense created reasonable doubt about whether she could understand or control her actions?
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Did Lindsay Know It Was Wrong, or Was She Unable to Stop?
25 Aug 2026
01:02:02
The Lindsay Clancy murder trial is approaching its final stage as the Commonwealth presents rebuttal testimony challenging the defense’s claim that Clancy was experiencing postpartum psychosis when she killed her three children.
The Commonwealth’s experts argue that Clancy was seriously depressed but not psychotic, and that she still understood the wrongfulness of her actions and retained control over her behavior. Under cross-examination today, one prosecution psychiatrist acknowledged that Clancy displayed symptoms associated with postpartum depression while continuing to reject a postpartum diagnosis and any evidence of psychosis.
With closing arguments and jury deliberations approaching, the case comes down to one defining question: Did Lindsay Clancy understand that what she was doing was wrong, or did severe mental illness leave her unable to control her actions?
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter is joined by attorney, Fox News contributor and retired NYPD Inspector Paul Mauro to break down today’s rebuttal testimony, the competing expert opinions and what the jury must ultimately decide about Clancy’s criminal responsibility. Join us LIVE for legal analysis, true crime updates and courtroom breakdowns.
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Lindsay Clancy Trial Q&A: Criminal Lawyer Answers Your Questions
24 Aug 2026
02:06:05
Can someone suffer from psychosis and still be held criminally responsible for murder? Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter explains the line Massachusetts law draws in the Lindsay Clancy trial, why mental illness alone does not establish a lack of criminal responsibility, and what jurors must decide even if they believe Clancy was psychotic.
In this Sunday Funday, Josh also answers questions about Massachusetts’ two-part insanity test, the possible verdicts and what happens after each one, Patrick Clancy conspiracy theories, courtroom conduct and comparisons between Lindsay Clancy and Chad Doerman. Plus, Josh examines Bryan Kohberger’s attempt to withdraw his guilty plea and Duane “Keffe D” Davis’s book, proffer agreement and unusual defense in the Tupac Shakur murder trial.
0:00 Welcome to Sunday Funday 2:24 Why defendants are still called “alleged” 7:32 Can someone be psychotic and still be legally responsible? 16:11 Can Bryan Kohberger withdraw his guilty plea? 22:38 Patrick Clancy theories and possible legal liability 29:36 The prosecution’s “mortal sin” question 32:04 Attorney demeanor and possible appellate issues 40:55 Why the Clancy trial became a cultural phenomenon 53:34 Why there is no “guilty by reason of insanity” verdict 1:01:23 Massachusetts’ two-part insanity test 1:06:55 Keffe D’s book and “self-snitching” 1:12:22 Mistrials with prejudice and hung juries 1:14:16 Psychiatric commitment versus a prison sentence 1:19:28 Keffe D’s proffer agreement and Suge Knight 1:26:18 Assassination versus murder 1:32:01 Sidebars, attorney conduct and contempt 1:36:18 Can attorney appearance influence jurors? 1:42:58 Do jurors consider what happens after an insanity verdict? 1:48:01 Chad Doerman versus Lindsay Clancy 1:54:05 Keffe D’s “I was lying” defense 1:56:57 Can jurors truly disregard evidence? 2:00:03 Announcements and upcoming coverage
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Was It Psychosis or Methodical Planning? With Special Guest Lawyer Lee
23 Aug 2026
01:11:59
Two psychiatrists reviewed much of the same evidence and gave the Lindsay Clancy jury completely different answers. The defense says Clancy was psychotic and acting under the control of a commanding voice. The Commonwealth says she was severely depressed, methodically carried out a plan and understood that killing her children was wrong.
Former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney Joshua Ritter is joined by trial attorney and legal commentator Lawyer Lee to test those competing opinions, explain Massachusetts’ criminal-responsibility standard and identify the evidence most likely to decide the verdict as the Commonwealth completes its rebuttal.
Plus, Josh examines the new-trial fight involving Karmelo Anthony, the death-penalty arguments in the Tyler Robinson case, Laken Snelling’s guilty plea and this week’s Hero of the Week.
UPDATE: After this livestream, the judge denied Karmelo Anthony’s request for a new trial. Our discussion at 42:55 was recorded before the ruling.
00:00 Two Experts, Two Conclusions 01:03 Welcome and Show Preview 03:38 Lindsay Clancy Trial with Lawyer Lee 06:36 How Massachusetts Insanity Law Changes the Case 16:47 Defense Expert on Temporary Psychosis 20:15 The Circular Logic Problem 24:58 Commonwealth Rebuttal Expert 32:30 Verdict and Deliberation Predictions 35:53 Viewer Questions About Psychosis 42:55 Karmelo Anthony’s New-Trial Fight 51:22 Tyler Robinson Death-Penalty Motion 54:21 Laken Snelling Pleads Guilty 61:32 Hero of the Week: K9 Ace 64:32 Announcements and Programming
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Lindsay Clancy Trial Nears Closing Arguments. Which Side Has the Stronger Case? With Special Guest Randolph Rice
21 Aug 2026
00:53:23
Did Lindsay Clancy hear a persistent male voice ordering her to kill her children, and if she did, does that establish that she was not criminally responsible? Trial attorneys and former prosecutors Joshua Ritter and Randolph Rice examine the testimony that could decide the case as closing arguments approach.
Defense psychologist Dr. Paul Zeizel told jurors that Clancy had bipolar disorder with postpartum psychosis and could not appreciate the wrongfulness of her actions or conform her conduct to the law. The Commonwealth challenged the timing and corroboration of the alleged voice, while hospital chaplain Sheila Kavanaugh testified that Clancy described a persistent male voice during several visits.
Plus, Josh and Randolph break down Karmelo Anthony’s motion for a new trial, including the disputed “gentleman’s agreement” over character evidence and whether restrictions on courtroom access violated his Sixth Amendment right to a public trial.
0:00 The case jurors must decide 0:58 Joshua Ritter introduces Randolph Rice 3:31 Why the Lindsay Clancy case resonates 8:09 Dr. Zeizel gives his insanity opinion 9:17 Do voices prove legal insanity? 16:18 Chaplain says Clancy described a male voice 17:53 Why the missing notes matter 29:27 Closing arguments approach 30:10 Karmelo Anthony’s fight for a new trial 30:54 Why a new judge took over 33:27 The disputed “gentleman’s agreement” 38:53 Was Anthony denied a public trial? 47:35 Courtroom Confidential announcements 50:07 Upcoming trial coverage
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Did the “Mortal Sin” Question Cross the Line? With Special Guest Susan Constantine
19 Aug 2026
01:07:17
One question from the Commonwealth prompted an immediate sidebar in the Lindsay Clancy trial. After confirming that Clancy’s mother-in-law was Catholic, the prosecutor asked whether murder is considered a “mortal sin.” Did that moment help establish that Clancy understood right from wrong, or did it risk turning jurors against the prosecution?
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter is joined by jury consultant and body language expert Susan Constantine to analyze the controversial exchange, Clancy’s emotional reactions in court, the defense’s first witnesses and whether Clancy should testify.
Justin Shepherd from JustInTheNickOfCrime also joins Josh to examine Dr. Paul Zeizel’s testimony about delusions and intrusive thoughts before breaking down the opening days of Duane “Keffe D” Davis’s trial for the murder of Tupac Shakur.
00:00 Lindsay Clancy Trial Day 15 01:03 Josh Reports From Plymouth 04:16 Jury Consultant Susan Constantine Joins 21:07 Prosecutor’s “Mortal Sin” Question 25:17 Will Lindsay Clancy Testify? 29:28 Justin Shepherd on the Clancy Defense 35:36 Dr. Zeizel on Delusions and Intrusive Thoughts 46:46 Keffe D Trial and Tupac Shakur’s Murder 50:41 Prosecution and Defense Opening Statements 57:28 Could Suge Knight Testify? 60:07 Is the Religion Question Grounds for Appeal? 64:23 Upcoming Trial Coverage and Show Schedule
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Who Killed Tupac Shakur? The Case That Took 30 Years to Reach Trial
17 Aug 2026
00:23:23
Nearly 30 years after the murder of Tupac Shakur, Duane “Keffe D” Davis is going on trial. Opening statements are scheduled for Monday, August 17, in Las Vegas.
Davis has pleaded not guilty. Prosecutors do not accuse him of firing the fatal shots. Instead, they allege that he orchestrated the retaliatory attack and provided the gun used in the 1996 drive-by shooting.
Ahead of opening statements, Courtroom Confidential presents an updated edition of our Case Notes investigation into one of the most infamous unsolved murders in music history.
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter examines the events that led to Tupac’s murder, including the East Coast-West Coast rivalry, the MGM Grand fight involving Orlando Anderson, the fatal shooting on the Las Vegas Strip, the deaths of several key figures and the decades-long investigation that ultimately led to Davis’s 2023 arrest.
Josh also examines Davis’s past statements about the shooting, his law-enforcement interviews, the disputed proffer agreement and the legal challenges prosecutors faced in transforming those accounts into admissible evidence.
The episode concludes with an update on the major pretrial rulings that will shape the case, including decisions allowing prosecutors to introduce Davis’s memoir, his recorded law-enforcement interview, evidence seized during the 2023 search and evidence concerning his alleged gang affiliation.
0:00 Keffe D Trial Preview 2:06 East Coast vs. West Coast Rivalry 3:49 The MGM Grand Fight 7:02 Tupac Dies and Witnesses Stay Silent 8:39 The Murder of Biggie Smalls 9:42 Alleged Political Pressure in Las Vegas 10:22 The Original Suspects 11:58 Who Is Duane “Keffe D” Davis? 13:39 The Federal Proffer Agreement 14:27 Davis Describes the Shooting 15:15 The Secret Police Interview 16:39 Public Statements Revive the Case 17:34 The 2023 Search, Indictment and Arrest 20:56 Major Developments Before Trial 22:41 Jury Selected and Live Trial Coverage
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Luigi Mangione Admitted the Killing. Did He Just Outsmart Prosecutors?
15 Aug 2026
01:24:15
Luigi Mangione admitted in federal court that he planned and carried out the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, pleading guilty to two federal stalking charges without a plea agreement, sentencing promise or guarantee of leniency. The plea exposes him to a possible life sentence, but it may also give his attorneys a basis to argue that New York’s broader double jeopardy protections bar the state murder prosecution.
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter explains why Mangione may have chosen to secure the federal conviction first, what his courtroom admissions could cost him if the state case survives and whether the plea was a surrender or the biggest legal gamble of his case.
Josh also breaks down the major rulings from Alex Murdaugh’s pretrial hearing in South Carolina, including the change of venue, additional DNA testing and whether prosecutors can use Murdaugh’s sworn testimony from his first trial. Plus, Josh answers viewer questions about the Lindsay Clancy trial, Massachusetts insanity law and what could happen if she is found not guilty by reason of insanity.
Chapters: 00:00 Luigi Mangione pleads guilty without a deal 01:04 Tonight’s case lineup 05:22 Why Mangione entered an open federal plea 16:48 Defense and prosecution react to the plea 23:10 Alex Murdaugh pretrial rulings 37:34 Lindsay Clancy viewer Q&A 38:58 Massachusetts insanity law and burden of proof 46:02 Directed verdict vs. dismissal 51:53 Does Clancy have to sit through graphic evidence? 58:04 Is an insanity defense an admission of guilt? 59:28 Can someone know right from wrong and still be insane? 1:07:13 What happens after an insanity verdict? 1:11:43 Can prosecutors argue multiple motives? 1:19:50 Upcoming trials and channel announcements
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Did Graphic Testimony Backfire on the Prosecution? With Special Guest Elyse Hershon
13 Aug 2026
01:12:13
Joshua Ritter is joined by attorney Elyse M. Hershon to break down Day 12 of the Lindsay Clancy murder trial.
Jurors heard from mental health counselor Latiesha Dukes, who treated Clancy in the weeks before the deaths of her three children. Dukes testified that Clancy reported intrusive thoughts but showed no signs of mania, paranoia or psychosis. Later, graphic medical examiner testimony caused Clancy to openly sob, prompting the judge to call a recess.
Then, former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani joins Josh to discuss major developments in the Luigi Mangione cases. A judge ruled that the jury in Mangione’s upcoming New York state murder trial will remain anonymous amid concerns about harassment and outside influence. The court also approved an overflow courtroom with an internal video feed ahead of jury selection on September 8. Meanwhile, Mangione’s attorneys and federal prosecutors are expected to discuss a possible plea agreement during a federal court conference Friday.
Plus, Nick Reiner has been indicted on two counts of murder in the deaths of his parents, director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. The grand jury indictment adds special-circumstance allegations of multiple murders and lying in wait, eliminates the need for a preliminary hearing and makes Reiner eligible for life without parole or the death penalty if convicted. Reiner has pleaded not guilty, and prosecutors have not announced whether they will seek capital punishment.
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Defense Grills Psychiatrist Over Missed Warning Signs With Special Guests Julia Jenaé & Joel Waldman
12 Aug 2026
01:17:56
One day before Cora, Dawson and Callan were killed, Lindsay Clancy told psychiatrist Dr. Jennifer Tufts that she had felt numb for 17 days, had a racing heart and was depressed. Yet Tufts testified that Clancy repeatedly denied thoughts of harming herself or others and showed no signs of psychosis. Former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney Joshua Ritter and Court TV’s Julia Jenaé examine whether the defense exposed serious warning signs that were missed—or successfully shifted the jury’s focus away from Clancy’s criminal responsibility.
Later, Joel Waldman of Surviving the Survivor, who attended Courtney Clenney’s plea and sentencing, takes us inside the courtroom. Clenney pleaded guilty to manslaughter with a deadly weapon and received six years in prison followed by five years of probation for killing Christian Obumseli. Josh and Joel discuss why prosecutors accepted the plea, the risks they faced at trial and whether the sentence delivers meaningful accountability.
00:00 Were Lindsay Clancy’s warning signs missed? 01:08 Show introduction 03:54 Julia Jenaé joins the discussion 11:37 Psychiatrist never saw Clancy in person 17:33 The two hotline calls 23:55 Clancy’s final appointment before the killings 29:48 The “pressured speech” note dispute 35:43 Courtney Clenney’s plea and six-year sentence 41:04 Christian Obumseli’s family addresses the court 42:43 What it was like inside the courtroom 46:17 Why prosecutors offered Clenney the plea deal 51:21 Did Clancy’s treatment affect criminal responsibility? 66:08 Viewer questions and announcements
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Criminal Lawyer Answers Your Questions: Lindsay Clancy, Bryan Kohberger, Keefe D & More
10 Aug 2026
02:38:45
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions on the biggest cases in true crime, including Lindsay Clancy, Bryan Kohberger, Duane "Keefe D" Davis and more.
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Her Doctors Saw No Psychosis. What Does That Prove? With Special Guest Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring
08 Aug 2026
01:04:37
Joshua Ritter is joined by board-certified psychiatrist and former FDA medical officer Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring to analyze a critical day of psychiatric testimony in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial.
Jurors heard from two psychiatrists who treated Clancy before the deaths of her children, Cora, Dawson and Callan. Dr. Alia Goodheart testified that Clancy showed no signs of psychosis and was considered a low safety risk when she left McLean Hospital 19 days before the killings. Dr. Jennifer Tufts described initially treating Clancy for anxiety and depression, saying Clancy denied experiencing suicidal or homicidal thoughts, hallucinations or other signs of psychosis.
Josh and Dr. Josef break down what the psychiatrists’ testimony establishes, what it does not and how it could affect Clancy’s lack-of-criminal-responsibility defense. Could postpartum psychosis have gone undetected during those evaluations? How much can doctors rely on a patient’s self-reporting? And what does the absence of documented psychosis weeks or months earlier prove about Clancy’s mental state at the time of the killings?
Plus, Josh covers two major case updates: • Hawaii doctor Gerhardt Konig challenges his attempted manslaughter conviction, claiming jurors misunderstood the judge’s instructions. Konig claimed he acted in self-defense when he attempted to push his wife, Arielle Konig, off a cliff. • OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney prepares to formally accept a plea agreement in the death of Christian Obumseli at a hearing Monday
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Did the Prosecution’s Own Witness Help Her Defense? With Special Guest Paul Mauro
06 Aug 2026
01:14:35
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter is joined by Sierra Gillespie, host of Law&Crime’s Scandal, to break down the latest testimony in the Lindsay Clancy trial.
Sierra has been closely reporting on the case as prosecutors present their evidence against Clancy, who does not dispute that she killed her three children, Cora, Dawson and Callan, but argues that she was not criminally responsible due to postpartum mental illness.
Today, prosecutors called the Clancy family’s former nanny, Elaine Rossi, who described Lindsay as “a wonderful mother” who loved her children and was deeply concerned about their safety. Rossi also recalled Clancy struggling with sleep, taking medication and losing a significant amount of weight, but said Clancy never disclosed intrusive thoughts or thoughts of harming herself.
Josh and Sierra discuss whether the prosecution’s own witness ultimately helped or hurt Clancy’s insanity defense, along with the toxicology, medical and forensic evidence presented this week.
Then, Fox News analyst and The Weekly Rap Sheet co-host Paul Mauro joins Josh to analyze where the Clancy case stands and what prosecutors must prove to establish that she was criminally responsible. Josh and Paul also break down the latest developments in the Luigi Mangione case, including the defense’s push for greater public and media access as his state murder trial approaches.
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Did Her Medications Trigger Psychosis? With Special Guest Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring
04 Aug 2026
01:21:40
Board-certified psychiatrist and former FDA medical officer Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring breaks down Lindsay Clancy’s rapidly changing medication history and explains why he believes her psychiatric treatment may have made her condition “worse and worse” before the deaths of her three children.
Joshua Ritter presses Dr. Josef on the question at the center of the trial: even if Clancy was psychotic, could she still have planned her actions and understood they were wrong? They analyze testimony from psychiatrists Dr. Sejal Shah and Dr. Jhilam Biswas, discuss whether psychosis can disappear within days, and examine what Clancy’s medical records and diary entries can and cannot establish.
Then, Fox News Digital investigative reporter Michael Ruiz joins Josh with major Nancy Guthrie developments, including the failed attempt to recover DNA from hair evidence, thousands of videos still under review, and new questions surrounding two purported ransom notes.
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Criminal Lawyer Answers Your Questions: Bryan Kohberger, Lindsay Clancy, D4vd & More
03 Aug 2026
02:03:46
True crime, legal analysis, and YOUR questions—LIVE! Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions on the biggest cases in true crime, including Lindsay Clancy, Bryan Kohberger, D4vd and more.
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Lindsay Clancy Trial: Psychosis or Planned Murder? With Special Guest Dr. Patrice Berry
29 Jul 2026
01:11:07
Josh Ritter is joined by licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Patrice Berry to recap Day 1 of the Lindsay Clancy murder trial and examine the psychological issues at the center of the case.
Lindsay Clancy is accused of killing her three young children, Cora, Dawson and Callan. Her defense argues that she was suffering from postpartum psychosis and was not criminally responsible. Prosecutors contend that her actions were planned and deliberate. After opening statements and the first part of Patrick Clancy’s testimony, the central question is taking shape: could someone appear organized and purposeful while still experiencing psychosis?
Tonight, Josh and Dr. Berry discuss what postpartum psychosis can look like, whether planning rules out psychosis, the warning signs and treatment described in court, and what Patrick’s observations may reveal about Lindsay’s mental state. They also examine the limits of judging someone’s psychological condition by outward behavior alone.
Plus, vote in tonight’s Viewers’ Choice poll to decide which case Josh covers next:
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Bryan Kohberger’s “Broken Plea”: Can He Take It Back?
28 Jul 2026
01:15:01
Joshua Ritter is joined by Idaho Statesman investigative reporter Kevin Fixler to break down the stunning news that Bryan Kohberger wants to withdraw his guilty plea and seek a trial in the Idaho student murders case.
More than a year after pleading guilty to murdering Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin, Kohberger is now declaring his innocence and calling his plea “broken.” In a new statement, he says the plea was based on “false promises and blatant disinformation,” declares his intention to enter a not-guilty plea and says he is willing to risk the death penalty at trial.
Kevin, who has covered the case extensively since the investigation began, joins Josh to discuss Kohberger’s statement, what he is alleging and what could happen next. Josh analyzes whether Kohberger has any realistic path to withdraw his plea after sentencing, what he would have to prove and whether the state could seek the death penalty again if the plea were overturned.
Then, Josh is joined by criminal defense attorney Elyse Hershon, Esq., to analyze Day 1 of the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, including opening statements and the testimony of Clancy’s ex-husband, Patrick Clancy. They break down the prosecution’s argument that the killings were planned and deliberate, the defense’s claim that Clancy was suffering from postpartum psychosis and whether Patrick’s testimony may have helped the prosecution or the defense.
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True Crime Q&A: Lindsay Clancy, O.J. Simpson, Scott Peterson, Tyler Robinson and More
27 Jul 2026
02:04:53
True crime, legal analysis, and YOUR questions—LIVE! Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions on the biggest cases in true crime, including Lindsay Clancy, O.J. Simpson, Scott Peterson, Wendi Adelson, and more.
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Lindsay Clancy Trial Starts Monday: What Will Decide the Case?
25 Jul 2026
00:52:44
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down the legal battle at the center of Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial ahead of opening statements Monday.
Clancy is accused of killing her three young children, Cora, Dawson and Callan, inside the family’s Duxbury, Massachusetts, home in January 2023. Her defense does not dispute that she killed the children but argues that she was not criminally responsible because she was suffering from postpartum psychosis. Prosecutors contend her actions were planned and deliberate.
Josh explains what prosecutors must prove about Clancy’s mental state and what to watch when both sides present their opening arguments.
Then, Josh breaks down the latest testimony from singer D4vd’s continuing preliminary hearing in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. He examines the evidence prosecutors have presented, how the defense is challenging it and whether the state has established probable cause for the case to proceed to trial.
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How Strong Is the Case Against D4vd? Reporter Inside Court Breaks Down the Evidence
23 Jul 2026
01:09:30
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter is joined by Los Angeles Times reporter James Queally for an inside look at singer D4vd’s preliminary hearing. Later, Josh breaks down the latest developments in jury selection for Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial.
D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, has pleaded not guilty to charges in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose remains were discovered inside a Tesla registered to him. The preliminary hearing will determine whether prosecutors have presented sufficient evidence for the case to proceed to trial.
With no cameras allowed in the courtroom, James joins Josh to discuss the testimony and evidence presented so far, what it reveals about the prosecution’s case and what is happening beyond the headlines inside court.
Then, Josh covers the latest from Lindsay Clancy’s jury selection. Clancy is accused of killing her three young children, Cora, Dawson and Callan, inside the family’s Duxbury, Massachusetts, home in January 2023. She has pleaded not guilty and is expected to argue that she was not criminally responsible because she was suffering from postpartum psychosis. Prosecutors contend her actions were planned and deliberate.
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Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial: Can Jurors Put Emotion Aside? With Special Guest: Cody Thomas of Court TV
21 Jul 2026
01:11:07
How do you find impartial jurors for one of the most emotionally difficult cases to reach a courtroom?
Jury selection is underway in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother charged in the deaths of her three young children, Cora, 5, Dawson, 3, and Callan, 8 months. Court TV’s Cody Thomas joins criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter to discuss the challenge of seating a jury, what both sides will be looking for and how Clancy’s expected defense could shape the selection process.
Then, Josh previews the preliminary hearing for singer d4vd, whose legal name is David Burke. Burke has pleaded not guilty to murder and related charges in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The hearing begins tomorrow and is expected to last roughly four days as prosecutors present evidence and a judge determines whether the case should proceed to trial.
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What 7,000 Autopsies Taught a Death Investigator About the Idaho 4 | After the Plea – Part 2
20 Jul 2026
00:55:46
Former death investigator and Body Bags podcast host Joseph Scott Morgan has participated in nearly 7,000 autopsies and spent decades examining violent death scenes. In Part 2 of Idaho 4: After the Plea, Morgan joins criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter to explain what investigators can learn from a crime scene, how evidence is preserved, what happens during an autopsy and where forensic evidence reaches its limits.
Using publicly released information in the case against Bryan Kohberger for the murders of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin, Morgan examines the challenges investigators faced inside the King Road house, the importance of documenting everyone who entered the scene and the questions the physical evidence may never answer.
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0:00 The Idaho 4 Case 1:43 Joseph Scott Morgan Joins the Conversation 2:39 Inside the Work of a Death Investigator 4:48 Coroners, Medical Examiners and Death Investigators 7:09 Searching for Scientific Truth 10:41 Cause and Manner of Death 15:01 Processing the Idaho 4 Crime Scene 15:42 Why the First Person Inside Matters 18:00 Securing the House and Preserving Evidence 22:40 An Overwhelming Scene in a Small Community 25:59 Deciding What Evidence Matters 31:48 How Long Crime Scene Processing Takes 34:12 A Missed Forensic Opportunity 36:13 What Happens During an Autopsy 39:47 Preserving the Bodies and Chain of Custody 43:04 What the Autopsy Reports Could Establish 44:33 What Stood Out in the Findings 50:09 How Medical Examiners Guide Investigators 52:55 What the Idaho 4 Case Should Teach Us 55:09 Outro
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Idaho 4: After the Plea – Part 1 | Inside an Investigative Reporter’s Search for Answers with Kevin Fixler
19 Jul 2026
00:57:37
Idaho Statesman investigative reporter Kevin Fixler covered the Idaho student murders from the first hours after Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin were killed through Bryan Kohberger’s arrest, guilty plea, sentencing and the aftermath.
In part one of Courtroom Confidential: Idaho Four – After the Plea, Fixler joins criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter to explain what it was like reporting on the case under intense national scrutiny. They look back at the fear in Moscow, criticism of law enforcement, the national media frenzy, the gag order, court battles, the surprise plea deal and the unanswered questions that remain.
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Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial: 5 Things You Need to Know
16 Jul 2026
01:06:23
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down the Lindsay Clancy case with five things you need to know before her murder trial begins Monday with jury selection.
Clancy is accused of killing her three young children, Cora, Dawson and Callan, inside the family’s Duxbury, Massachusetts, home in January 2023. She has pleaded not guilty and is expected to argue that she was not criminally responsible because she was suffering from postpartum psychosis. Prosecutors contend her actions were planned and deliberate.
Tonight, Josh explains the charges Clancy still faces, the prosecution’s theory, how the insanity defense works in Massachusetts, the key evidence and witnesses jurors may hear, and the central questions the jury will ultimately have to decide.
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Lance Twiggs Interview: The Details Nobody Noticed | Tyler Robinson Case
14 Jul 2026
01:07:04
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter is joined by Greg Hartley of The Behavior Panel to analyze the recorded interview with Lance Twiggs played during the Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing.
Robinson is accused of killing Charlie Kirk during a September 2025 event at Utah Valley University. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, and the preliminary hearing will determine whether there is enough evidence for the case to move forward toward trial.
Hartley breaks down Twiggs’ body language and behavior during the interview, while Josh examines how the evidence could affect the prosecution and defense. Join us for expert behavioral analysis and a legal breakdown of one of the hearing’s most closely watched moments.
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LIVE From Provo! Tyler Robinson Hearing Day 4: The Video the Defense Fought
10 Jul 2026
00:42:25
LIVE from Provo, Utah: Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down Day Four of the Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing.
Robinson is accused of killing Charlie Kirk during a September 2025 event at Utah Valley University. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, and this preliminary hearing will determine whether there is enough evidence for the case to move forward toward trial.
The hearing is expected to last five days, and Josh is in Provo covering the proceedings throughout the week. Join us for legal analysis and a breakdown of the evidence, testimony, disputed interview video, and new details presented on day four.
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LIVE from Provo: The Evidence Against Tyler Robinson | Charlie Kirk Hearing Day Three
09 Jul 2026
00:35:21
LIVE from Provo, Utah: Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down Day Three of the Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing.
Robinson is accused of killing Charlie Kirk during a September 2025 event at Utah Valley University. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, and this preliminary hearing will determine whether there is enough evidence for the case to move forward toward trial.
The hearing is expected to last five days, and Josh is in Provo covering the proceedings throughout the week. Join us for legal analysis and a breakdown of the evidence, testimony and new details presented on day three.
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LIVE from Provo: The Evidence Against Tyler Robinson | Charlie Kirk Hearing Day Two
08 Jul 2026
00:43:53
LIVE from Provo, Utah: Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down Day Two of the Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing.
Robinson is accused of killing Charlie Kirk during a September 2025 event at Utah Valley University. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, and this preliminary hearing will determine whether there is enough evidence for the case to move forward toward trial.
The hearing is expected to last five days, and Josh is in Provo covering the proceedings throughout the week. Join us for legal analysis and a breakdown of the evidence, testimony and new details presented on day two.
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LIVE from Provo: The Evidence Against Tyler Robinson | Charlie Kirk Hearing Day One
07 Jul 2026
00:43:05
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down Day One of the Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing.
Robinson is accused of killing Charlie Kirk during a September 2025 event at Utah Valley University. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, and this preliminary hearing will determine whether there is enough evidence for the case to move forward toward trial.
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Kouri Richins Says Trial Was Unfair — Could Her Verdict Be Tossed? With Skye Lazaro
03 Jul 2026
01:07:01
riminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter is joined by criminal defense attorney Skye Lazaro, who previously represented Kouri Richins, to break down Richins’ new fight to have her verdict tossed and be granted a new trial.
After being sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her husband, Eric Richins, Kouri Richins is now claiming there were “irregularities in the trial proceedings and cumulative error.” On Wednesday, Judge Richard Mrazik recused himself after accusations of bias, meaning another judge will now review Richins’ motion for a new trial.
Skye joins Josh to discuss what this motion really means, how difficult it is to get a verdict thrown out, and what “cumulative error” means in a criminal case.
Then, in tonight’s Leftovers segment, Josh covers major updates in three more headline-making cases:
Nancy Guthrie — The latest developments and unanswered questions in the search for answers in Guthrie’s disappearance.
Duane “Keffe D” Davis — The latest in the case against the man accused in the murder of Tupac Shakur.
Courtney Clenney — New developments ahead of trial for the OnlyFans model accused of killing her boyfriend, Christian Obumseli.
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Blaise Taylor Found Guilty in Deaths of Jade Benning & Unborn Baby
02 Jul 2026
01:06:43
Josh Ritter is joined by Scott from Recovery Addict to break down the guilty verdict in the Blaise Taylor trial.
Blaise Taylor, a former college football player and NFL scout, has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the death of his girlfriend, Jade Benning, and guilty of first-degree murder in the death of their unborn baby.
Tonight, Josh and Scott discuss what the jury decided, the most important evidence from trial, the arguments from both sides, and what comes next.
Plus, vote in tonight’s Viewers’ Choice poll to decide which case Josh covers next:
Nancy Guthrie: Kidnapping Notes Deemed Fake — New reporting says the FBI has determined the notes sent in connection with Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance were fake.
Duane “Keffe D” Davis: Book Allowed at Trial — A judge has ruled prosecutors may use Davis’ book at trial in the Tupac Shakur murder case.
Lindsay Clancy: 911 Calls Allowed — A judge has ruled jurors can hear 911 calls in Lindsay Clancy’s upcoming murder trial.
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Alex Murdaugh: Could New DNA Evidence Change the Case? GiGi McKelvey Reports from Court
30 Jun 2026
01:08:10
Josh Ritter is joined by GiGi McKelvey of Pretty Lies & Alibis to break down today's first hearing in Alex Murdaugh's new murder trial proceedings.
Murdaugh was back in court for the first time since being granted a new trial, as his attorneys argued for additional DNA testing, a change of venue, and other key pretrial issues. GiGi was inside the courtroom and joins Josh to discuss what happened, the legal significance of today's arguments, and what stood out from inside the hearing.
Josh and GiGi break down the biggest developments from today's hearing, including the defense's push for DNA testing, the battle over where the retrial should be held, and what today's rulings could mean as the case moves toward trial.
Plus, Josh will break down today's federal hearing involving Luigi Mangione. A judge addressed scheduling and jury selection ahead of Mangione's federal trial, while the defense continues navigating parallel state and federal prosecutions. Josh explains what happened in court today, what it means for the road ahead, and the legal issues likely to shape both cases.
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True Crime Q&A: Nancy Guthrie, Michael Jackson, Alex Murdaugh, Blaise Taylor, Rex Heuermann & More
29 Jun 2026
02:06:04
Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions on the biggest cases in true crime, including Nancy Guthrie, Michael Jackson, Alex Murdaugh, Blaise Taylor and more.
0:00 - Intro 2:44 - Carlos Reales Dominguez 11:40 - What happens if a US citizen is murdered abroad? 18:25 - Michael Jackson 25:48 - Lee Gilley 36:47 - George Pino 47:00 - How often is prosecution right about guilt? How do you find passion to defend a guilty person? 54:25 - How does “One-Party Consent” work? 1:01:04 - Blaise Taylor 1:08:02 - Toni McClure 1:13:00 - Sally Ann & Brian Cash 1:19:40 - What happens if a person is wrongfully convicted? 1:24:50 - What would happen to a prosecutor if they pursued a case that they knew they couldn’t prove? 1:30:05 - Jonathan Rinderknecht 1:36:38 - Alex Murdaugh 1:43:47 - Rex Heuermann 1:48:42 - Rex Heuermann / Phone-a-friend: @TrueCrimeWithTheSarge 1:55:00 - Nancy Guthrie 2:01:09 - Announcements
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