Crossing the Line with M. William Phelps

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Epiphany Apr 21, 2022

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After Victor Gerena surfaces to take credit for the robbery, money starts showing up in the heart of Hartford's Puerto Rican community. Then, a missile strike thousands of miles away reveals an unassuming piece of evidence that provides investigators with a huge break – and a new suspect.

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Be On The Lookout Apr 14, 2022

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A nationwide manhunt takes a turn after police recover the car used in the heist. Then, law enforcement learns what a key witness knows about Victor Gerena's movements the morning of the robbery. This, as Phelps digs into the 25-year-old security guard's background and uncovers a potential motive.

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The $7 Million Man Apr 07, 2022

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The West Hartford Police Department springs into action after two Wells Fargo security guards reveal that a coworker, 25-year-old Victor Gerena, held them at gunpoint, drugged them, and drove off with more than $7 million in cash. Plus, a cryptic lead sends police to a local airport.

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Introducing: White Eagle Mar 23, 2022

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From the team behind Paper Ghosts, WHITE EAGLE is a six-part true crime series about a 1983 heist where a 25-year-old armored truck driver from West Hartford, Connecticut, tied up his co-workers, stuffed more than $7 million into a Buick LaSabre, and disappeared into the night. At the time, it was one of the largest cash heists in U.S. history. But that was just the beginning.

WHITE EAGLE launches April 7. Listen and subscribe on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to your favorite shows.

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The Death of John Cosme: Murder or Accidental Overdose? Dec 28, 2021

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When a Rhode Island man went missing in 2020, his family took matters into their own hands after law enforcement seemingly abandoned their constant pleas for help. On the season finale of Crossing the Line, the family of John Cosme sits down with Phelps to share the story of their heartbreaking search and shocking discoveries. And after a shocking video of the night in question is discovered, Cosme's family is left asking: Was it an accident or something more sinister?*

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*This episode includes producer Cristina Everett, who no longer works on the show.

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BTK, Ted Bundy, Happy Face Killer: Sociopath or Psychopath? Dec 21, 2021

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Some talking heads on true crime TV and podcasts use the terms "sociopath" and "psychopath" interchangeably. But there are major, distinguishing differences. Examining the BTK case, Phelps sorts out the variables, along with the predictable and unpredictable behaviors of these killers, with a renowned expert in the field. Plus, hear exclusive audio of a notorious serial killer's shocking confession of what it actually feels like, from the psychopath's perspective, to kill a human being.*

*This episode includes producer Cristina Everett, who no longer works on the show.

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How Killers Control Women: What is Coercive Control? Dec 14, 2021

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You might think it's unlikely you could fall prey to a master manipulator. But how easy is it for someone to use coercive control to take you from independent-thinker to puppet? Phelps is joined by Laura Richards (Criminal Minds, Dirty John, Real Crime Profile podcast), expert on domestic violence, stalking & sexual violence, to discuss just how easy it is to manipulate a person–with Phelps even sharing his own experience with coercive control. From Sarah Everard's killer to NXIVM's Keith Raniere to bad boyfriends everywhere, they share what you need to know to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.*

*This episode includes producer Cristina Everett, who no longer works on the show.

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The Murder of Rayna Rison: How to Revive a Cold Case Dec 07, 2021

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Sometimes the smallest, most seemingly-inconsequential detail can alter the course of a criminal investigation. While telling the story behind the murder of Rayna Rison, Phelps digs into just how important it is to follow up with sources on a cold case investigation, no matter how long it's been - and sometimes expose vital pieces of a murder case that have been missing for decades.*

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What Does it Take to Actually Solve a Case Like the Golden State Killer? Nov 30, 2021

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The Golden State Killer committed at least 13 murders, 50 rapes, and 120 burglaries during the 70s and 80s, and eluded law enforcement for 32 years. On April 24, 2018, Joseph DeAngelo was arrested. But what tips the scales and makes the difference in finally solving these types of cases? Phelps unpacks the science with DNA specialist and Forensic Scientist Dr. Claire Glynn, a leading expert in forensic genetic genealogy, discussing how this crime-solving tool actually works.*

*This episode includes producer Cristina Everett, who no longer works on the show.

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The Controversial Death of Michael Poole: Murder or Suicide? Nov 23, 2021

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Three people are at home, one winds up dead. Was it murder or suicide? Or perhaps somehow a little bit of both? This is the strange case of the murder of Michael Poole. Phelps breaks down the story from beginning to end and has a conversation with the convicted murderer's lawyer, who brings in new, shocking revelations to support the questions he has about the case.*

*This episode includes producer Cristina Everett, who no longer works on the show.

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