My Life of Crime with Erin Moriarty

Presenting "Murder in the Orange Grove" with Erin Moriarty Nov 06, 2024

On a pitch-dark night in April 1989, a young man named Chip Flynn was shot in a Florida orange grove. His ex-girlfriend Kim was the only surviving witness and claimed a Black man had robbed, kidnapped, and killed Chip. A year later, Crosley Green was sentenced to death by an all-white jury for Flynn's murder—a crime Green insists he didn’t commit. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has followed this controversial case for 25 years, delving into inconsistencies — from coerced confessions to allegations of a racial hoax — that challenge the integrity of the verdict. Now, Moriarty shares exclusive recordings and new interviews with forensic experts, legal analysts, and Green himself from prison. Murder in the Orange Grove, an 8-episode series from “48 Hours,” offers the most comprehensive deep dive into this shocking case that leaves one man fighting desperately for his freedom.

Listen to the full series now by searching for "Murder in the Orange Grove" wherever you get your podcasts.

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Fight for the Truth Part 2 Dec 20, 2023

When Marty Tankleff was convicted for murdering his parents in 1990, some people still had their doubts about his guilt, including Jay Salpeter, a retired detective turned private investigator. Jay found a new witness who claimed he was the getaway driver for two hitmen who had been hired to murder the Tankleffs. After nearly two decades behind bars, Marty finally got another shot at freedom. In this season finale, Erin Moriarty and retired 48 Hours producer Gail Zimmerman discuss the conclusion of Marty Tankleff's wrongful conviction case and why it's one of the most memorable stories they've ever reported.

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Fight for the Truth Part 1 Dec 13, 2023

On September 6, 1988, a wealthy couple, Seymour and Arlene Tankleff, were brutally attacked and killed in their home on Long Island, New York. The main suspect was their 17-year-old son, Marty, who was the sole survivor in the house. Detective James McCready was convinced Marty was to blame and prepared a written statement for him to admit he killed his parents. But the physical evidence at the crime scene didn't match the murder weapons described in Marty's so-called confession. Erin Moriarty and retired 48 Hours producer Gail Zimmerman go behind the scenes on a case that spanned nearly two decades and was one of the first wrongful conviction stories they worked on.

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The DNA Sleuth Dec 06, 2023

A retired attorney in California revolutionized the field of crime fighting — all from her home. Barbara Rae-Venter identified the notorious Golden State Killer as Joseph James DeAngelo thanks to investigative genetic genealogy, a technique using DNA to build the family tree of the killer. Barbara recalls how a hobby turned into an unexpected career and how her work has been able to help other cold case victims finally find justice with the help of genetic genealogy.

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Did She Marry An Ax Murderer? Part 2 Nov 29, 2023

Jim Krauseneck's first wife, Cathy, was found dead in 1982 with an ax in her head. 40 years later, Jim was accused of her murder. One of the coldest cases in the country to go on trial took decades to solve... and tore apart a family. Erin Moriarty goes behind-the-scenes of Jim's trial, from Dr. Michael Baden's opinion on the estimated time of death to fourth wife Sharon Krauseneck's steadfast faith in her husband. Eventually, Jim's fate came down to key details about what occurred that night. Erin takes you deeper into the "48 Hours" investigation, "The Brighton Axe Murder".

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Did She Marry an Ax Murderer? Part 1 Nov 22, 2023

Sometimes the person you love isn't who you think they are. Sharon Krauseneck says she and her husband Jim were happily married. But in 2016, to Sharon's surprise, her husband's alleged dark past caught up to him. In 1982, Jim's first wife, Cathy, was murdered with an ax lodged in her head. The case went cold until a well-known forensic pathologist shed new light on crucial evidence 34 years later. Erin takes you deeper into the "48 Hours" investigation, "The Brighton Axe Murder".

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Mother in the Harbor: Rachael's Secret Nov 15, 2023

On September 13th, 2006, a woman's body was found floating in Newport Beach Harbor in California. It was 56-year-old Barbara Mullenix, who had been stabbed more than 50 times--a sign detectives said meant she likely knew her killer. Detectives at first looked at her ex-husband Bruce, but soon moved their focus to her daughter Rachael and her boyfriend Ian Allen, as the evidence led investigators to an unthinkable conclusion. Erin takes you deeper into the "48 Hours" investigation, "Lady in the Harbor".

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The Snapchat Tip-Off Part 2 Nov 08, 2023

In 2021, Wisconsin native Chandler Halderson reported that his parents, Bart and Krista, went missing after the July 4th holiday weekend. A week later, authorities found their dismembered remains, and information from his girlfriend's Snapchat account linked Chandler's location to one of the murders. But why would a son be driven to such lengths to kill his parents? Erin Moriarty dives into the secrets Chandler was hiding leading up to the murders, and the bizarre jailhouse texts between him and his girlfriend, in the conclusion of the "48 Hours" investigation, "The Snapchat Clue".

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The Snapchat Tip-Off Part 1 Nov 01, 2023

How far are some people willing to go to keep a secret? In 2021, Chandler Halderson told police that his parents, Bart and Krista, were missing after a trip to their family cabin north of Windsor, Wisconsin for the Fourth of July holiday weekend. But Chandler became a prime suspect after lying about his activities in the days leading up to the holiday. Police then got a final break in the case from Chandler's girlfriend, whose account on the popular social media app, Snapchat, tracked Chandler’s location to a remote spot along the Wisconsin River during the time of his parent’s disappearance. When deputies searched the area, they made a gruesome discovery. Erin Moriarty takes you even deeper into the "48 Hours" investigation, "The Snapchat Clue".

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Twisted Twins: Who Killed Heather DeWild? Part 2 Oct 25, 2023

In November 2012, Daniel DeWild was on trial for murdering his ex-wife, Heather. With the help of his twin brother, David DeWild, they thought they could commit the perfect crime if they kept their mouths shut. But what happens when one twin turns on the other? Who will the jury believe? Erin continues the investigation and examines the research that went into Heather’s homicide, a torn jury’s considerations, and defense attorney Tom Ward’s suggestions that David, not Daniel, may be the twin to blame. Erin Moriarty takes you deeper into the conclusion of the "48 Hours" investigation, "The Devil's Twin".

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Twisted Twins: Who Killed Heather DeWild? Part 1 Oct 18, 2023

In July of 2003, 30-year-old Heather DeWild vanished after visiting her soon-to-be ex-husband Daniel DeWild's home. From the beginning, Heather's family suspected Daniel of harming her, especially when they learned he was angry about having to pay child support for his and Heather's two children. Investigators soon focused not only on Daniel, but also his identical twin brother, David. While Daniel was not forthcoming, investigators were convinced David had something to say, but could police break through their tight twin bond? What could cause a person, or persons, to destroy their family? Erin Moriarty takes you even deeper into the "48 Hours" investigation, "The Devil's Twin".

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Dark Family Secrets Revealed: "My Life of Crime" Season 4 Oct 11, 2023

"48 Hours'' correspondent Erin Moriarty is exploring some of the most baffling crimes: those that occur within families. From a teenager convicted of murdering her own mother, to a husband who said he discovered his wife with an ax in her head, Erin is taking a closer look at the secrets that can tear families apart. Follow along Erin's journey as she delves deeper into each case, and sometimes, even into the killers' inner thoughts. With almost three decades of experience as a lawyer and reporter investigating murder cases, Moriarty carefully examines the evidence and talks to the people directly involved, including law enforcement and the families of victims. It's all on season 4 of "My Life of Crime". New episodes every Wednesday.

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Stunned | Married to Death Jul 19, 2023

Senior Judge Paul Summers makes an extraordinary move that no one sees coming. Shortly after, Summers sits down with us to explain the rationale for his decision. Several jurors also discuss their perspectives on the trial and how it all ended. Join 48 Hours’ correspondent Erin Moriarty as she revisits the murder investigation of Raynella Leath.

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What the Jury Doesn’t Hear | Married to Death Jul 12, 2023

Josh Hedrick and Rebecca LeGrand present their final arguments to the jury. They bring in a bed with the actual bloody sheets from the crime scene for a dramatic reenactment. Prosecutor Stephen Crump reiterates his argument that the blood spatter present at the crime scene is not possible unless someone else shot David Leath. Amidst this back-and-forth, we sat down with Stephen Walker, who claims Raynella Leath tried to kill him years ago, a claim Raynella denies. And none of Walker’s claims are allowed in court. Join 48 Hours’ correspondent Erin Moriarty as she revisits the murder investigation of Raynella Leath.

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Guilty, Innocent, Not Guilty | Married to Death Jul 05, 2023

Raynella Leath’s defense attorneys Josh Hedrick and Rebecca LeGrand paint David Leath as a man in decline, introducing medical records and anecdotal evidence to provide a motive for his alleged suicide. They attempt to chip away at the prosecution’s arguments, using the same evidence to construct a different story of what happened the night David Leath died. The defense also brings its own medical expert, who introduces a key idea: the difference between the concepts of being innocent and not guilty. Join 48 Hours’ correspondent Erin Moriarty as she revisits the murder investigation of Raynella Leath.

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The Gun & the Blood | Married to Death Jun 28, 2023

Jurors are chosen and the prosecution begins its case against Raynella Leath for the murder of her second husband, David Leath. District Attorney General Stephen Crump heads the prosecution team and looks to establish that this was a murder, not a suicide, despite there not being a clear motive. He focuses on two key pieces of evidence: the gun used to shoot David and the blood spatter found on the headboard of his bed. Two experts are also brought in to reinforce the prosecution’s narrative. Join 48 Hours’ correspondent Erin Moriarty as she revisits the murder investigation of Raynella Leath.

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Setting the Stage | Married to Death Jun 21, 2023

Hear more of the audio tapes from on-site investigators, recorded just hours after David Leath’s death in 2003. David’s daughter, Cindy Wilkerson, and her cousin Beth Roberts, recount and share their suspicions about what happened the day he died. And, Raynella Leath’s defense attorneys are concerned about the narratives blaming their client that have been simmering for more than ten years. Raynella has always denied any involvement in David’s death. Join 48 Hours’ correspondent Erin Moriarty as she revisits the murder investigation of Raynella Leath.

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Introducing Raynella Leath | Married to Death Jun 14, 2023

In May of 2017, then 68-year-old Raynella Leath went on trial for the third time for the murder of her second husband, David Leath, in a Knox County, Tennessee courtroom. She has always claimed David committed suicide. How did Raynella Leath, who had been amongst the elites of Knoxville as a hospital nursing director and wife of a county District Attorney General, end up here? Join 48 Hours’ correspondent Erin Moriarty as she revisits the murder investigation of Raynella Leath.

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Introducing: Married to Death from My Life of Crime with Erin Moriarty Jun 07, 2023

Join Erin Moriarty in revisiting a case unlike any other: the final trial of Raynella Leath. The former nurse has spent decades battling suspicions about her past after two of her husbands died under unusual circumstances. She denied any involvement in either death, but was Raynella Leath very unlucky, or were her husbands “Married to Death”? New episodes every Wednesday.

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A Broken Heart: What Killed Lina Kaufman? Mar 15, 2023

On November 7th, 2007, 33-year-old Lina Kaufman was found dead in her Florida home on the bathroom floor. Her husband, Adam Kaufman, called 911 while trying to revive her. Seventeen months passed with no answers for the cause of her death, until Adam was suddenly arrested and charged with second-degree murder. Medical experts pointed to physical evidence of strangulation, while Adam’s defense attorneys speculated about an allergic reaction to a spray tan. Yet unbeknownst to either side, the truth was hidden much deeper than they could see initially. Erin Moriarty takes you even deeper into the 48 Hours episode, “Lina’s Heart”.

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The Long Con: Clark Rockefeller Part 2 Mar 08, 2023

Clark Rockefeller has been unmasked as a German man named Christian Gerhartsreiter. In Part 2 of “The Long Con”, he goes on trial for the murder of his former neighbor John Sohus, but the prosecution has little to no direct evidence implicating Gerhartsreiter. They also lack an obvious motive. Why would a conman like Gerhartsreiter commit murder and risk blowing his own cover? And after the trial, Erin Moriarty sits down with Gerhartsreiter to continue exploring the question behind it all: Who was Clark Rockefeller, really? Erin Moriarty takes you even deeper into the 48 Hours episode, “aka Rockefeller”.

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The Long Con: Clark Rockefeller Part 1 Mar 01, 2023

In 2008, a man named Clark Rockefeller was arrested in Boston for kidnapping his daughter during a custody dispute with his ex-wife. He claimed to be of the New York Rockefellers, but the problem was, there were no records of him anywhere. At the same time, authorities in Connecticut and California had begun to connect the dots between “Clark Rockefeller” and “other men” who all seemed to be related to the disappearance of a California couple more than 20 years prior. Who was Clark Rockefeller, really? Erin Moriarty takes you deeper into the 48 Hours episode, “aka Rockefeller”.

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The House: Home Renovation Homicide Feb 01, 2023

On April 24th, 2018, then 39-year-old Shanti Cooper was found dead in a bathtub at home. Her husband, Dave Tronnes, called 911 saying he found her floating in the tub when he got home. Dave tells police he thinks that Shanti had slipped or fallen in the tub, but detectives believe she was extensively beaten based on the injuries to her body. There was also the issue of their home renovation, which Shanti had fronted all the money for despite Dave not including her on the property deed. Plus, detectives also discover a secret life Dave Tronnes had been living. Erin Moriarty takes you deeper into the 48 Hours episode, “Home Renovation Homicide”.

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Loss of a Legend: Arturo Gatti's Last Fight Jan 25, 2023

Boxing legend Arturo Gatti is found dead on the floor of an apartment while on vacation in Brazil. His family suspects his wife, Amanda Rodrigues, who they think is after his estate, when Arturo is found dead with a pool of blood and a purse strap beside him. But police think he hung himself with her purse strap. Erin Moriarty takes you deeper into the 48 Hours episode, "Arturo Gatti's Last Fight”.

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Still Missing in Connecticut: Where is Jennifer Dulos? Jan 18, 2023

In May of 2019, Jennifer Dulos, a 52-year-old Connecticut mother of five, suddenly disappeared. Authorities began to suspect her estranged husband Fotis Dulos, who had started an affair with another woman. The couple had been in a costly divorce battle and Fotis had lost physical custody of their children. When initially questioned by police, Fotis gave police access to his cell phone, and the investigation took off. Based on the 48 Hours investigation, "What Does the Other Woman Know? The Disappearance of Jennifer Dulos".

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The Flim-Flam Man: The Disappearance of Jamie Laiaddee Jan 11, 2023

In March of 2010, 34-year-old Jamie Laiaddee goes missing from a Phoenix, Arizona suburb. Ten weeks pass before anyone begins to worry. Investigators zero in on her boyfriend, Bryan Stewart, who, as it turns out, doesn’t exist. Who is Bryan Stewart, really? And can the police trust his story, that he helped Jamie disappear? Bryan claims that Jamie is alive and doesn’t want to be found, but detectives have their own theories about what really happened to her. Based on the 48 Hours investigation, “The Stranger Beside Me”.

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Preacher’s Secrets: The Duplicity of Matt Baker Jan 04, 2023

On the evening of April 7th, 2006, Matt Baker, a Baptist preacher from the small town of Hewitt, Texas, goes out to get gas and rent a movie for the night. When he returns home, he finds his wife, Kari Baker, dead in bed with a suicide note nearby. Local authorities rule it a suicide and the case is closed. But Linda Dulin, Kari's mother, and her family don't believe it and hire attorney Bill Johnston and his team of investigators to look into the circumstances of Kari's death. Matt maintains he had nothing to do with Kari's death, even as his story seems to unravel. Based on the 48 Hours investigation, “Dirty Little Secrets”.

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Evil Next Door: Daniel Marsh’s Double Homicide Dec 28, 2022

Erin Moriarty revisits her investigation into a double murder committed by then 15-year-old Daniel Marsh, who has just been granted permission to appeal his prison sentence. An elderly couple is stabbed to death in their Davis, California home, with no evidence left behind. But months later, cops receive a phone call that places suspicion squarely on a former local hero. Based on the 48 Hours investigation, “Portrait of a Killer”. Contains strong language and graphic depictions of violence.

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The Disappearance of Don Lewis: A "Tiger King" Mystery Dec 21, 2022

The 1997 disappearance of Don Lewis remains a mystery, even after its coverage on the Netflix documentary Tiger King. Erin Moriarty revisits her conversation with her now retired colleague Richard Schlesinger about his reporting and investigation into the Don Lewis' missing persons case, plus the allegations tossed between Joe Exotic and Carole Baskin.

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Victim or Abuser: The Interview with Tracey Grissom Dec 14, 2022

Erin Moriarty calls Tracey Grissom in prison to hear her side of the story leading up to her conviction for murdering her ex-husband, Hunter Grissom. Erin also speaks with Tracey's lawyer Warren Freeman, with whom she is writing a book, about his handling of the trial and how he sees her. This is an extension of the original investigation from the 48 Hours episode, "The Girl Next Door”.

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The Girl Next Door: What Happened to Hunter Grissom? Dec 07, 2022

On May, 15th 2012, 27-year-old Hunter Grissom is gunned down at work by his ex-wife, Tracey Grissom. She alleges Hunter had abused her and that she killed him in self-defense. His family believes she hunted him down and that the abuse allegations are false. In Part 1, Erin takes you inside the investigation into the killing of Hunter Grissom and the 48 Hours episode, "The Girl Next Door”.

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The Ambush: Who Killed Officer Daniel Green? Nov 30, 2022

On the morning of February 5th, 2015, Tulare County police officer Daniel Green took his son to school and then returned home. While on the toilet, he is shot dead. Police have no gun, eyewitnesses, or DNA evidence. During routine questioning the following day, Daniel’s ex-wife, Erika Sandoval, tells police she hasn’t visited Daniel’s house in weeks, but her story appears to contradict a neighbor’s surveillance footage. Based on the 48 Hours episode "The Killing of Daniel Green.”

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“The Case Against Michael Politte” (an exclusive 48 Hours preview) Nov 23, 2022

Michael Politte was 14 years old when he was charged with murdering his own mother, Rita Politte, and spent over 20 years in prison. But new evidence has put his conviction into question. Erin Moriarty sits down with Michael Politte in this preview of a brand new 48 Hours episode, “The Case Against Michael Politte”, premiering Saturday, November 26th on CBS.

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Discerning the Truth: Interrogations & Coerced Confessions Nov 16, 2022

Melissa Calusinski has been in prison for over 10 years after she says she falsely confessed to killing an 18-month-old baby at a daycare center. Marty Tankleff spent 17 years in prison after falsely “confessing” to murdering his parents.

Why would someone admit to something they didn’t do? Host Erin Moriarty interviews Dr. Saul Kassin, distinguished professor of psychology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and author of, “Duped: Why Innocent People Confess – and Why We Believe Their Confessions” on the machinations behind false confessions.

Featuring the 48 Hours investigations, “The Fight for Melissa” and “Marty Tankleff’s Fight for the Truth”.

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The Disappearance of Nicole VanderHeyden: A Close Call Nov 09, 2022

Doug Detrie and Nicole VanderHeyden go out for the evening to a rock concert in Green Bay, Wisconsin. They later end up at separate bars, with Doug not answering Nicole’s calls. Nicole vanishes and is found dead in a nearby field the next day. Though the situation first suggests Doug may be the killer, evidence across the street from Doug’s house including a clump of hair and a phone cord, and the actions of a man named George Steven Burch cause police to think otherwise. Erin takes you inside the 48 Hours episode, "The FitBit Alibi”.

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Inside a Killer's Gamble: The Interview with Mario Garcia Nov 02, 2022

Erin Moriarty sits down face-to-face with killer Mario Garcia in prison after he is charged and convicted for the murder of Christie Wilson. Even with a unanimous jury convicting him, he still insists on his innocence. Mario answers directly to pieces of the story that don’t make sense, like why Christie’s DNA was in his car, how he got a black eye after that night, and why his wife, Jean Garcia, did not testify. Erin goes inside the mind of Mario, his history of hurting women, and the lies he managed to cover in the past 15 years. An extension of the 48 Hours episode "The Search for Christie Wilson.”

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The Search for Christie Wilson: A Killer’s Gamble Oct 27, 2022

27-year-old Christie Wilson walks out of a California casino one October evening and disappears. She's last seen with Mario Garcia, a 53-year-old married father of two, who has a history of "stormy" relationships. Erin Moriarty takes you deeper into the 48 Hours episode, "The Search for Christie Wilson” through the lens of Garcia’s relationship history — including Wendy Ward, who faced his physical assault, Lynette Smith, who died mysteriously, and another woman who ended up at a battered women’s shelter. During the investigation, Garcia continually denies the accusations that he killed Christie even though DNA evidence ties him directly to her. Christie’s mother Debbie Boyd and detective Don Murchison vow to never stop fighting to find Christie.

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Introducing Season 3 of My Life of Crime with Erin Moriarty Oct 19, 2022

“48 Hours” correspondent Erin Moriarty returns for season 3 of taking you inside true-crime investigations like no one else, facing killers and those accused of crimes. Hear from convicted murderers and the families and friends they took from like never before.

There are no boundaries as Erin investigates cases like a Baptist preacher accused of staging his wife’s suicide, the mysterious death of a boxing legend, a young mother who kills her ex-husband and claims self-defense, and more. Follow along Erin’s journey as she continues to skip speculations and inspect the evidence and people involved, directly.

Listen to new episodes every Wednesday and watch 48 Hours on CBS News and Paramount+.

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Michigan Mystery Blaze Jan 13, 2021

A woman somehow hits her ex-husband with a car right after he escaped from their burning house. He was already suffering severe burns, and died shortly after. Then, she's accused of arson. So what really happened?

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Death Investigators Jan 06, 2021

Whenever someone dies, forensic pathologists are the medical experts tasked with determining the specific causes of death. Their determinations are key to criminal investigations, insurance payments, emotional closure, and more.

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The Family Business (Back from the Dead) Dec 30, 2020

(This episode features content from a previous episode of My Life of Crime.)

How murder, mayhem and a not so average mom shaped the life of Hollywood filmmaker Nicholas Musurca. Nick’s specialty is horror films. His childhood revolved around his mother’s unusual occupation- TV crime reporter for 48 Hours. He grew up on tales of abducted children, eerie crime scenes and serial killers. One of those notorious murderers, known as “BTK,” mailed some of his artwork to the house. Why? Because his mother gave out their home address.

Nick's mother, none other than crime reporter Erin Moriarty, believed that the killer’s artwork was essential to reporting the story… and she figured the killer wasn’t getting out of jail anytime soon. This funny, warm, biting podcast about combining motherhood with investigating murder delves into the relationship between Hollywood horror and true crime. Hosted jointly by Erin Moriarty and her partner in crime at 48 Hours, correspondent Richard Schlesinger, the podcast showcases what it’s like to cover some of the country’s most infamous crimes and the victims who must live through them.

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Why is Crosley Green in prison? Dec 23, 2020

Crosley Green was arrested, charged, and sentenced to death for murder in 1990. A judge overturned his conviction in 2018 and, two years later, he is still sitting in prison for a crime he says he did not commit.

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Lizzie Borden Retried Dec 16, 2020

Attorneys, criminal investigators, and a full jury retry the case of Lizzie Borden, who was acquitted of murdering her father and step-mother in their home in 1892.

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Don in the Middle Dec 09, 2020

Carole Baskin. Don Lewis. Joe Exotic. 48 Hours' Erin Moriarty and her colleague Richard Schlesinger discuss his reporting and investigation regarding the disappearance of Don Lewis.

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Daddy Dearest Dec 02, 2020

A mother-of-three found dead at home. Police suspect her husband, who claims he was helping their oldest daughter move into a college dorm. Which he was, until he wasn't...

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Kill or Be Killed Nov 25, 2020

A woman shoots and kills her ex-boyfriend at home, lies to police that she thought he was an intruder, and then claims it was self-defense. So what really happened?

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The Bizarre Murder Plot Nov 18, 2020

A harsh, yet beloved doctor found murdered in her own home. Her husband is the first suspect, except he was hundreds of miles away. And then, authorities link what seems to be a doppelganger of the husband to the case...

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Ten Years to Justice Nov 11, 2020

An online romance, a fast-moving marriage, then murder. And then the journey begins...ten years to justice.

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Stalked! Nov 04, 2020

A sex and family therapist dedicated to helping others with their personal struggles and relationships is killed. The main suspect? Her ex-boyfriend.

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The Hitman Oct 28, 2020

A mother with her throat slit. Her ex-husband claims she tried to commit suicide. She says he slit her throat.

Who's telling the truth? And then, police uncover a nefarious plot...

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What Happened in Apt. 4C? Part 2 Oct 21, 2020

A young man goes missing in New York City after a night out. Police are close to a major breakthrough in the case.

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What Happened in Apt. 4C? Part 1 Oct 14, 2020

A young man is spending a night out with friends in New York City, and then he disappears. The last place he was seen? Apartment 4C.

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Evil Next Door Oct 07, 2020

An elderly couple is stabbed to death in their own homes, with no evidence left behind. But months later, cops receive a phone call that places suspicion squarely on a former local hero.

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Death by Text Sep 30, 2020

A young man commits suicide in his truck. But after investigators look through his text messages, the suicide investigation becomes something else altogether.

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Introducing My Life of Crime Season 2 Sep 28, 2020

48 Hours correspondent Erin Moriarty returns with another season of immersive and intimate true-crime investigations. From the legal battle over whether someone can be convicted of manslaughter with text messages to a journey overseas to find the accused killer of a U.S. military pilot, here's a preview of what to expect from this season of My Life of Crime.

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Live at CrimeCon: The Natalie Wood Death Investigation Oct 16, 2019

Erin Moriarty has spent years investigating what really happened to legendary actress Natalie Wood. Her drowning death in November of 1981 stunned the world. She was just 43 years old and at the height of her fame. Her death was ruled an accident. For years there where whispers: was it really an accident, or was there foul play? No one has searched harder for the truth than Natalie’s younger sister, Lana Wood. In 2011 the case was reopened and investigators named Robert Wagner, Natalie’s husband at the time, a person of interest. The investigation is still active. Listen as Lana and Erin take you back to the fateful weekend when the life of one of America’s most famous stars ended, and the mystery of what happened to her began.

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Music and the Murderers: Behind Prison Walls at Bedford Hills Oct 09, 2019

Just an hour north of New York City, Bedford Hills is home to some of New York’s most notorious murderers. We spent time getting to know some of them in an unusual setting: music class. The crimes were violent and heinous. Kim Brown is serving time for the death of her last music teacher. Ivié De Molina was involved in the murders of two people. And you remember Pam Smart; her murder trial made national headlines. All of them are practicing and performing gospel and R&B in this unusual rehabilitation program run by volunteer musicians. We speak to the women of Bedford Hills openly and candidly about the crimes that brought them here, and the music that helps them escape -- at least temporarily.

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If He Were A Killer, He Would Be Out By Now Oct 02, 2019

Patrick Flaherty was 22 years old when he took a BB gun and robbed convenience stores to pay his rent. His take was $459 dollars. No one was injured. That was in 1999. Flaherty was sentenced to 40 years and remains in prison. Some murderers get less time. Those who kill are often paroled long before their sentences are served. But Patrick Flaherty must serve almost his entire sentence, 34 years, that is, unless someone hears his plea for a second chance. In the years he has been in prison, Patrick has turned his life around. He has translated thousands of pages into Braille and is currently on track to get his MBA. Patrick is soft spoken and articulate. Should he be released early? His victims argue the psychological wounds they suffered cannot be ignored. We look at the debate and the staggering cost to keep him locked up. Does the punishment fit the crime?

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The Family Business Sep 25, 2019

How murder, mayhem and a not so average mom shaped the life of Hollywood filmmaker Nicholas Musurca. Nick’s specialty is horror films. His childhood revolved around his mother’s unusual occupation- TV crime reporter for 48 Hours. He grew up on tales of abducted children, eerie crime scenes and serial killers. One of those notorious murderers, known as “BTK,” mailed some of his artwork to the house. Why? Because his mother gave out their home address.

Nick's mother, none other than crime reporter Erin Moriarty, believed that the killer’s artwork was essential to reporting the story… and she figured the killer wasn’t getting out of jail anytime soon. This funny, warm, biting podcast about combining motherhood with investigating murder delves into the relationship between Hollywood horror and true crime. Hosted jointly by Erin Moriarty and her partner in crime at 48 Hours, correspondent Richard Schlesinger, the podcast showcases what it’s like to cover some of the country’s most infamous crimes and the victims who must live through them.

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Lizzie Borden: Part 2 Sep 17, 2019

Erin Moriarty spends the night at the Lizzie Borden Bed and Breakfast/Museum. Ghosts or not, there is a haunting story that lingers here. The mystery: Why would a 32-year-old woman born into wealth and privilege kill her father and stepmother with an ax? Did she do it? In Part 2 of this unusual narrative, Lizzie Borden is on trial for two brutal murders. Author Cara Robertson has written a fascinating book about Lizzie’s trial and takes us back in time to the justice system of the last century. Cara’s book is written right from the court record. The prosecution has a strong case: Lizzie was home at the time of the murders, she burned a dress and she may have had a motive. The jury deliberated for 90 minutes and the verdict will surprise you.

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Lizzie Borden: Part 1 Sep 13, 2019

Erin Moriarty takes us to Fall River, Massachusetts, where one of the most sensational crimes of the 19th century took place. The crime inspired the dark nursery rhyme “Lizzie Borden took an ax and gave her mother 40 whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father 41.”

Despite what everyone thinks they know, there is a stunning verdict in the case. In part 1 of this unusual road trip, Erin takes us to the scene of the crime - the house where the murders took place is now The Lizzie Borden Bed and Breakfast/Museum. We learn about the Borden family and what happened on that fateful day in August of 1892. It was a brutal crime scene and there are actual death photos hanging in the house. Erin will spend the night here. She is looking for a motive, evidence and maybe a ghost or two.

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Introducing My Life of Crime Season 1 Sep 12, 2019

Get a hint of what you'll hear in this original podcast series. Erin Moriarty takes you behind the scenes and reveals the story behind the story in some of the most suspenseful and heart-breaking cases she’s covered over her career as a crime journalist.

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