One Minute Remaining - Stories from the inmates

A life or death decision P6 - John Merritt Oct 30, 2024

John Merritt has been behind bars for longer than I’ve been alive. Like many of the men and women we speak to, John’s early life was marked by run-ins with the law—mostly for petty, non-violent offences.

He became trapped in a cycle, moving in and out of the system. One day everything took an even darker turn while he was serving a sentence for burglary.

A visit from a sheriff's investigator would change the course of his life forever, setting him on an unexpected and terrifying path toward the death penalty for a crime, he says, he didn't commit.

Ultimately John would have to make a decision, a life of incarceration or the electric chair.

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A life or death decision P5 - John Merritt Oct 28, 2024

John Merritt has been behind bars for longer than I’ve been alive. Like many of the men and women we speak to, John’s early life was marked by run-ins with the law—mostly for petty, non-violent offences.

He became trapped in a cycle, moving in and out of the system. One day everything took an even darker turn while he was serving a sentence for burglary.

A visit from a sheriff's investigator would change the course of his life forever, setting him on an unexpected and terrifying path toward the death penalty for a crime, he says, he didn't commit.

Ultimately John would have to make a decision, a life of incarceration or the electric chair.

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A life or death decision P4 - John Merritt Oct 23, 2024

John Merritt has been behind bars for longer than I’ve been alive. Like many of the men and women we speak to, John’s early life was marked by run-ins with the law—mostly for petty, non-violent offences.

He became trapped in a cycle, moving in and out of the system. One day everything took an even darker turn while he was serving a sentence for burglary.

A visit from a sheriff's investigator would change the course of his life forever, setting him on an unexpected and terrifying path toward the death penalty for a crime, he says, he didn't commit.

Ultimately John would have to make a decision, a life of incarceration or the electric chair.

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A life or death decision P3 - John Merrit Oct 21, 2024

John Merritt has been behind bars for longer than I’ve been alive. Like many of the men and women we speak to, John’s early life was marked by run-ins with the law—mostly for petty, non-violent offences.

He became trapped in a cycle, moving in and out of the system. One day everything took an even darker turn while he was serving a sentence for burglary.

A visit from a sheriff's investigator would change the course of his life forever, setting him on an unexpected and terrifying path toward the death penalty for a crime, he says, he didn't commit.

Ultimately John would have to make a decision, a life of incarceration or the electric chair.

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A life or death decision P2 - John Merritt Oct 16, 2024

John Merritt has been behind bars for longer than I’ve been alive. Like many of the men and women we speak to, John’s early life was marked by run-ins with the law—mostly for petty, non-violent offences.

He became trapped in a cycle, moving in and out of the system. One day everything took an even darker turn while he was serving a sentence for burglary.

A visit from a sheriff's investigator would change the course of his life forever, setting him on an unexpected and terrifying path toward the death penalty for a crime, he says, he didn't commit.

Ultimately John would have to make a decision, a life of incarceration or the electric chair.

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A life or death decision P1 - John Merritt Oct 14, 2024

John Merritt has been behind bars for longer than I’ve been alive. Like many of the men and women we speak to, John’s early life was marked by run-ins with the law—mostly for petty, non-violent offences.

He became trapped in a cycle, moving in and out of the system. One day everything took an even darker turn while he was serving a sentence for burglary.

A visit from a sheriff's investigator would change the course of his life forever, setting him on an unexpected and terrifying path toward the death penalty for a crime, he says, he didn't commit.

Ultimately John would have to make a decision, a life of incarceration or the electric chair.

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Catching the Golden State Killer P2 - FMR FBI Agent Julia Cowley Oct 09, 2024

In this episode, we sit down with former FBI profiler Julia Cowley to delve into the complex world of criminal profiling. Julia shares her insights from years spent working some of the most high-profile cases, including her role in tracking down notorious killers and understanding the minds of those who commit the most heinous crimes. We explore what it takes to get inside the head of a criminal, the challenges of profiling, and how her work has shaped our understanding of criminal behaviour.

Make sure to check out Julia's new podcast True Crime Consult.

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Catching the Golden State killer P1 - Fmr FBI agent Julia Cowley Oct 09, 2024

In this episode, we sit down with former FBI profiler Julia Cowley to delve into the complex world of criminal profiling. Julia shares her insights from years spent working some of the most high-profile cases, including her role in tracking down notorious killers and understanding the minds of those who commit the most heinous crimes. We explore what it takes to get inside the head of a criminal, the challenges of profiling, and how her work has shaped our understanding of criminal behaviour.

Make sure to check out Julia's new podcast True Crime Consult.

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Time to go home - The Alaskan Avenger - Jason Vuckovich Oct 07, 2024

The story of Jason Vuckovich is one that has touched many in the OMR community.

Jason is someone who was let down by the system as a youngster and found himself on the streets at a young age fending for himself. Unfortunately his path would take him down the wrong road on more than one occasion and eventually to prison.

After many long years of being locked up for assaulting three registered sex offenders it is finally time for Jason to go home and start his life again.

I caught up with Jason while he was still in limbo waiting for the final ok for him to be able to leave the facility.

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Fmr FBI Profiler Julia Cowley on the Case of Temujin Kensu Part2 Oct 03, 2024

In this episode of One Minute Remaining, I sit down with former FBI profiler Julia Cowley to delve into the complex and controversial case of Temujin Kensu, a man who has spent decades behind bars for a crime he has always maintained he's innocent of.

Julia brings her expert eye to the case, examining the evidence and offering insights into what may have gone wrong and if she believes Temujin is innocent.

I also catch up with the man himself to check in and see how he's doing.

You can hear Julia's podcast The Consult here https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/

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Former FBI Profiler Julia Cowley on the Case of Temujin Kensu P1 Oct 02, 2024

In this episode of One Minute Remaining, I sit down with former FBI profiler Julia Cowley to delve into the complex and controversial case of Temujin Kensu, a man who has spent decades behind bars for a crime he has always maintained he's innocent of.

Julia brings her expert eye to the case, examining the evidence and offering insights into what may have gone wrong and if she believes Temujin is innocent.

I also catch up with the man himself to check in and see how he's doing.

You can hear Julia's podcast The Consult here https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/

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What the Attorney thinks - Tariq Maqbool Sep 30, 2024

In this episode of One Minute Remaining, we're joined by our resident attorney and the voice of reason, Michael Leonard. Michael dives into the complexities of the Tariq Maqbool case—a story we've covered in detail, highlighting disturbing inconsistencies and missing testimonies. With his expert legal insight, Michael breaks down what went wrong in the courtroom and points at many issues with the case from all angles.

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Words on the Edge: How a Hostage Negotiator Saves Lives: Scott Walker P2 Sep 25, 2024

This is part 2 of my chat with former hostage negotiator Scott Walker.

With years of experience on the front lines of high-stakes negotiations, Scott shares his insights into the psychology behind negotiations, the pressure of making life-or-death decisions, and the critical skills needed to defuse some of the most intense situations imaginable.

Whether it’s talking someone down from a dangerous moment or outsmarting a criminal in a high-stress standoff, Scott’s stories reveal the unseen battles fought with words, not weapons.

Find Scotts book here

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Negotiating with Danger: Inside the Mind of a Hostage Negotiator: Scott Walker P1 Sep 25, 2024

In this gripping episode of One Minute Remaining, we sit down with former hostage negotiator Scott Walker.

With years of experience on the front lines of high-stakes negotiations, Scott shares his insights into the psychology behind negotiations, the pressure of making life-or-death decisions, and the critical skills needed to defuse some of the most intense situations imaginable.

Whether it’s talking someone down from a dangerous moment or outsmarting a criminal in a high-stress standoff, Scott’s stories reveal the unseen battles fought with words, not weapons.

Find Scotts book here

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An irreversible decision - Marcellus 'Khaliifah' Williams 1969 - 2024 Sep 24, 2024

There are few words to say except, it was nice meeting you sir.

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Running the Toughest Prisons:The Governor Vanessa Frake P2 Sep 23, 2024

This is Part 2 of my chat with Vanessa Frake, a former prison governor with a wealth of experience managing some of the most challenging correctional facilities. Vanessa sheds light on the complexities of prison management, the realities faced by both inmates and staff, the unique challenges of running a prison in today's world and how to handle serial killers like Rose West, one half of the infamous British serial killer couple, Fred and Rose West. Together, they were responsible for the torture and murder of at least 12 young women, including their own daughter, between the 1960s and 1980s.

Get Vanessas Book HERE

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Running the Toughest Prisons: A No-Nonsense Chat with Governor Vanessa Frake P1 Sep 23, 2024

In this episode, I sit down with Vanessa Frake, a former prison governor with a wealth of experience managing some of the most challenging correctional facilities. Vanessa sheds light on the complexities of prison management, the realities faced by both inmates and staff, the unique challenges of running a prison in today's world and how to handle serial killers like Rose West, one half of the infamous British serial killer couple, Fred and Rose West. Together, they were responsible for the torture and murder of at least 12 young women, including their own daughter, between the 1960s and 1980s.

Get Vanessas Book HERE

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Racing Against Time: The Fight to Save Marcellus Williams Sep 19, 2024

Time is running out for Marcellus Williams, who faces execution in just a few days despite serious doubts about his guilt. DNA evidence that could exonerate him has been ignored, and we need your help to bring attention to his case.

Call the Governors office on +1 417 - 373 - 3400

when prompted use the Zip Code - 63005

Use the following script

Hi, my name is [NAME] and I am calling regarding the impending execution of Marcellus Williams.
Please do not let Missouri execute Marcellus, an innocent person — where there is overwhelming evidence that his trial was constitutionally unfair — on Sept. 24.
Missouri should not commit the irreparable injustice of executing an innocent person.

Visit the Innocence Project website for more information

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P12 - Tariq Maqbool Sep 18, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P11 - Tariq Maqbool Sep 16, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq denies and has always denied any involvement in the crime at all.

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P10 - Tariq Maqbool Sep 11, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P9 - Tariq Maqbool Sep 09, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P8 - Tariq Maqbool Sep 04, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P7 - Tariq Maqbool Sep 02, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P6 - Tariq Maqbool Aug 28, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P5 - Tariq Maqbool Aug 26, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P4 - Tariq Maqbool Aug 21, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P3 - Tariq Maqbool Aug 19, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

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Introducing - Protect and Serve Aug 15, 2024

Protect and Serve is a podcast hosted by Oliver Laurence (My brother) a former police officer of over a decade, sits down with men and women from all areas of policing to talk about their incredible careers.

They share stories of their time on the thin blue line, sometimes amusing other times confronting but always incredibly fascinating.

Today is the first episode from series one where Oli sits down with former FBI Agent Wesley Wong to discuss his amazing career and what it was like being the first Agent on scene on a day that changed the world, September 11th 2001 - 9/11.

Listen to Apple Protect and Serve
Listen on Spotify

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P2 - Tariq Maqbool Aug 14, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

Check out Tariq's Change.org petition below:

https://www.change.org/p/urge-nj-gov-phil-murphy-to-grant-tariq-maqbool-s-clemency

read his articles here: https://captivevoices.com

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Facing the death penalty in a post 9/11 New York P1 - Tariq Maqbool Aug 12, 2024

On April 27, 2005, Tariq Maqbool was convicted of the murders of Joong Ahn, 45 and his nephew, Mun Ahn, 28 on the night of Nov. 1, 2002.

Prosecutors say Tariq strangled Joong Ahn with a power cord.

They say Mun Ahn and his uncles body were taken to a desolate area near the Hackensack River and put into a car. Mun Ahn was shot in the head, and the SUV doused with gasoline and torched.

Prosecutors would say Tariq orchestrated the entire deal and committed the killings.

Tariq says it's all BS and lies he had nothing to do with it.

Check out Tariq's Change.org petition below:

https://www.change.org/p/urge-nj-gov-phil-murphy-to-grant-tariq-maqbool-s-clemency

read his articles here: https://captivevoices.com

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Michigan's probable cause problem Aug 07, 2024

The probable cause conference is generally mandatory under Michigan law unless the defense and prosecution both agree to waive the conference.

To waive the probable cause conference, the parties must present a written document to the court indicating that the conference and/or preliminary examination have been waived. In some situations, this waiver may occur in court on the record, in which case a written document signed by both parties is unnecessary.

Some time ago one prisoner in the Michigan DOC discovered that his probable cause hearing had just been completely missed. An entire step in the procedural process.

However not just his, thousands of inmates across Michigan also never got a probable cause hearing.

So what does this mean?

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Chasing Killers P2 - Fmr Scotland Yard Detective Steve Keough Aug 05, 2024

Today and over the next couple of episodes we are going to take a step out of prison and onto the other side of the bars and in fact the law as I sit down with a former Scotland Yard Detective... I was first introduced to Steve through my brother who for those who are not aware is himself a former police officer and host of his own podcast Protect and Serve. He had Steve on his show to discuss his career and some of the incredible cases that he has been apart of and I truly was fascinated by his story and so when the opportunity came up for me to chat with Steve for OMR I jumped at it.

Steve Keough spent 30 years working for the British Metropolitan police force starting his career in the early 90's and would very quickly decided that becoming a Detective was where his passion was.

In 2002 he would join Scotland Yards Anti Terrorist branch which would see him at ground zero investigating the horrific events of the 7/7 bombings his work on that tragic event would see him receiving a commendation from the commissioner of police in 2005.

In 2009 Steve joined Scotland yards Murder investigation team where he honed his skills in catching murders and putting them behind bars.

This conversation is fascinating as Steve takes us into the interview room and the mind of a killer, something he says we all have the capability of becoming.

A word of warning this chat with Steve is in parts highly confronting listener discretion is advised

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**Introducing - What it was like** Jul 31, 2024
Hello legends! Now you know me and you know I love to give you a heads up when I find other shows I think you'll like while you wait for the next Ep of OMR to drop and I have a cracker for you today!

What it was like, hosted by Julian Morgans

Conversations with people who have lived through extreme events. Some stories are dark and twisted, others are light and funny. In all cases, we get an intimate portrait of 'what it was like' to be there.
Hosted by Julian Morgans.

Enjoy!

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Chasing Killers P1 - Fmr Scotland Yard Detective Steve Keough Jul 31, 2024

Hello and welcome back to one minute remaining my names Jack Laurence the host and creator of this show, today and over the next couple of episodes we are going to take a step out of prison and onto the other side of the bars and in fact the law as I sit down with a former Scotland Yard Detective... I was first introduced to Steve through my brother who for those who are not aware is himself a former police officer and host of his own podcast Protect and Serve. He had Steve on his show to discuss his career and some of the incredible cases that he has been apart of and I truly was fascinated by his story and so when the opportunity came up for me to chat with Steve for OMR I jumped at it.

Steve Keough spent 30 years working for the British Metropolitan police force starting his career in the early 90's and would very quickly decided that becoming a Detective was where his passion was.

In 2002 he would join Scotland Yards Anti Terrorist branch which would see him at ground zero investigating the horrific events of the 7/7 bombings his work on that tragic event would see him receiving a commendation from the commissioner of police in 2005.

In 2009 Steve joined Scotland yards Murder investigation team where he honed his skills in catching murders and putting them behind bars.

This conversation is fascinating as Steve takes us into the interview room and the mind of a killer, something he says we all have the capability of becoming.

A word of warning this chat with Steve is in parts highly confronting listener discretion is advised.

Check out Steve's podcast here -

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What the attorney thinks - Corey Elder Jul 29, 2024

Today I catch up with the man they call 'The voice of reason'.

Today we not only discuss the case of Corey Elder but we look at the dismissal of the case against Alec Baldwin and an update in the case of Marcellus Williams.

Michael Leonard from Leonard trial lawyers in Chicago Illinois is a man with over 30 years experience as a defense attorney an a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the legal system in the USA.

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It sounds like the Wild West P2 - Shawn Robert Johnson Jul 24, 2024

Hello and welcome back to one minute remaining my name is Jack Laurence the host and creator of this show.

Today we travel, for the first time, to the state of New Jersey to speak with a man housed in the infamous New Jersey state prison once called Trenton prison.

Trenton is home to arguably some of the worst criminals America ha seen. Including a number of serial killers such as Charles Cullen, Frank Masini and the late Richard Kaklinski.

However the man I'm speaking with today is no serial killer although he was convicted of murder a crime he says was self defense.

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It sounds like the Wild West P1 - Shawn Robert Johnson Jul 22, 2024

Hello and welcome back to one minute remaining my name is Jack Laurence the host and creator of this show.

Today we travel, for the first time, to the state of New Jersey to speak with a man housed in the infamous New Jersey state prison once called Trenton prison.

Trenton is home to arguably some of the worst criminals America ha seen. Including a number of serial killers such as Charles Cullen, Frank Masini and the late Richard Kaklinski.

However the man I'm speaking with today is no serial killer although he was convicted of murder a crime he says was self defense.

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Call me Rio Jul 17, 2024

Hello and welcome back to one minute remaining my name is Jack Laurence the host and creator of this show.

Today we meet a man named Rio, Rio is not his real name and it's the only one we'll be getting because if authorities got wind of who he really was then he would end up spending a long time in the hole, why? well you're about to find out..

Over the course of the last 18 months I have spoken to countless men and women who are currently incarcerated across the united states.

One of the biggest questions I get is How? how do I find them and how can you talk to these people, record these stories and put them out??

well sometimes, they find me.

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Stanford prison experiment - DR Craig Haney Jul 15, 2024

Hello and Welcome back to One Minute Remaining, today I'm sitting down with American social psychologist and a professor at the University of California, Santa Cruz DR Craig Haney.

I am currently in the process of working on a new project with a gentlemen who is incarcerated in San Quentin prison, now I'm going to be annoying and say I wont be telling you at this stage what that is but as part of this project I was looking for certain experts to weigh in and take part, I do love an expert, one of those experts I found was a man by the name of Dr Craig Haney.

I reached out to him and asked if he would chat with me to which he agreed.

What I didn't know at the time was not only is he a highly regarded professor and psychologist who has spent his life studying capital punishment and the psychological impact of and the American Prison system but he was also one of the researchers who conducted the 1970s experiment known as the Stanford prison experiment.

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The judge didn't like the verdict P2 - Corey Elder Jul 10, 2024

The story of Corey Elder is by no means anything unusual when it comes to incarcerated people across the US.

He found himself at a young age having a run in with the law that sent him down the wrong path. However after his first long stint behind bars he had made the decision that he was done and wanted to make a change.

He got a job and was about to become a father when all of a sudden his life would change forever and he would be handed a sentence that would see him incarcerated until his then unborn daughter would be 46 years old.

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The judge didn't like the verdict P1 - Corey Elder Jul 08, 2024

The story of Corey Elder is by no means anything unusual when it comes to incarcerated people across the US.

He found himself at a young age having a run in with the law that sent him down the wrong path. However after his first long stint behind bars he had made the decision that he was done and wanted to make a change.

He got a job and was about to become a father when all of a sudden his life would change forever and he would be handed a sentence that would see him incarcerated until his then unborn daughter would be 46 years old.

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What the attorney thinks - Marcellus Williams Jul 03, 2024

As always it's time to get the thoughts of OMR's voice of reason, a man with decades of experience as a defense attorney from Leonard Trial Lawyers in Chicago Illinois, Mr. Michael Leonard, as we discuss the case against Marcellus William's.

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Marcellus Williams was handed a death sentence in 2001 for the murder of Felicia Gale, its a crime he not only says he didn't commit but one that a number of independent experts say DNA evidence has proved he's innocent of...

The threat of death is nothing new for the man who has spent over two decades in prison trying to fight his conviction, just a few weeks ago the Missouri Supreme court scheduled Marcellus to be executed on September 24th at 6pm.

it's in fact the third time he's been given a date and only narrowly escaped death by a couple of hours the last time.

I first came across his story when I saw a post that had been made by the innocence project who, a long with a number of other attorneys, has been fighting Marcellus's case for sometime.

After seeing his story I wanted to reach out to see if he and I could speak.

I wasn't keen on my chances as I have attempted to speak with others on death row before but with no joy. There sentence is usually carried out different to general population, they are confined to their cells in a form of solitary confinement with strict access to communication.

None the less I tracked down Marcellus and sent him a message, he replied telling me that he in fact had 24/7 access to a phone within his cell.

Seemingly a privileged offered to those who have been given their date.

Sign the petition to save Marcellus Williams from being killed by the state...

https://innocenceproject.org/petitions/stop-the-execution-of-marcellus-williams-an-innocent-man/

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Facing 144 years P2 - Christopher Willars Jul 01, 2024

On many occasions during the course of this shows life I have said on many occasions that I strongly believe we are all just one stupid decision away from potentially ruining our lives, that is especially true when we are young.

I made many poor decisions as a youngster, decisions that I look back on today and just thank my luck stars that they didn't go south.

Of course, some of us make poorer decisions than others, my decisions were made based on stupid judgments, usually fueled by alcohol, Chris Willars decision was based on a warped sense of family loyalty, wanting to belong and an underpinning anger.

Today Christopher Willars or 'life', as he's known to his friends, is a free man a changed man and a principal at a school.

So how did he go from looking down the barrel of 144 years in prison to where he is today?

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Facing 144 years P1 - Christopher Willars Jun 26, 2024

On many occasions during the course of this shows life I have said on many occasions that I strongly believe we are all just one stupid decision away from potentially ruining our lives, that is especially true when we are young.

I made many poor decisions as a youngster, decisions that I look back on today and just thank my luck stars that they didn't go south.

Of course, some of us make poorer decisions than others, my decisions were made based on stupid judgments, usually fueled by alcohol, Chris Willars decision was based on a warped sense of family loyalty, wanting to belong and an underpinning anger.

Today Christopher Willars or 'life', as he's known to his friends, is a free man a changed man and a principal at a school.

So how did he go from looking down the barrel of 144 years in prison to where he is today?

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Facing the death penalty P2 - Marcellus Williams Jun 24, 2024

Today I speak with a man who the state of Missouri has decided, has 3 months to live.

Marcellus Williams was handed a death sentence in 2001 for the murder of Felicia Gale, its a crime he not only says he didn't commit but one that a number of independent experts say DNA evidence has proved he's innocent of...

The threat of death is nothing new for the man who has spent over two decades in prison trying to fight his conviction, just a few weeks ago the Missouri Supreme court scheduled Marcellus to be executed on September 24th at 6pm.

it's in fact the third time he's been given a date and only narrowly escaped death by a couple of hours the last time.

I first came across his story when I saw a post that had been made by the innocence project who, a long with a number of other attorneys, has been fighting Marcellus's case for sometime.

After seeing his story I wanted to reach out to see if he and I could speak.

I wasn't keen on my chances as I have attempted to speak with others on death row before but with no joy. There sentence is usually carried out different to general population, they are confined to their cells in a form of solitary confinement with strict access to communication.

None the less I tracked down Marcellus and sent him a message, he replied telling me that he in fact had 24/7 access to a phone within his cell.

Seemingly a privileged offered to those who have been given their date.

Sign the petition to save Marcellus Williams from being killed by the state... https://innocenceproject.org/petitions/stop-the-execution-of-marcellus-williams-an-innocent-man/

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What the attorney thinks - Christopher Dunn Jun 19, 2024

As always after each of the cases we look at it's time to catch up with the man they call 'The Voice of Reason' a man with decades of trial experience as a defense attorney in Chicago Illinois, Australia's favourite attorney at law, Michael Leonard, as we discuss the case of Christopher Dunn.

In 1991, Dunn was convicted of murder in St. Louis, Missouri, based largely on the testimonies of two teenagers who later recanted their statements. There was no physical evidence linking Dunn to the crime, and he consistently maintained his innocence. Despite these facts, he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Over the years, multiple witnesses and even the original teenage accusers admitted that their testimonies were fabricated under police pressure.

Despite compelling evidence of his innocence and a judge even stating in 2020 that no jury would find him guilty today, legal hurdles have prevented his release, highlighting the systemic challenges faced by those wrongfully convicted.

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Facing the death penalty - Marcellus Williams Jun 17, 2024

Today I speak with a man who the state of Missouri has decided, has 3 months to live.

Marcellus Williams was handed a death sentence in 2001 for the murder of Felicia Gale, its a crime he not only says he didn't commit but one that a number of independent experts say DNA evidence has proved he's innocent of...

The threat of death is nothing new for the man who has spent over two decades in prison trying to fight his conviction, just a few weeks ago the Missouri Supreme court scheduled Marcellus to be executed on September 24th at 6pm.

it's in fact the third time he's been given a date and only narrowly escaped death by a couple of hours the last time.

I first came across his story when I saw a post that had been made by the innocence project who, a long with a number of other attorneys, has been fighting Marcellus's case for sometime.

After seeing his story I wanted to reach out to see if he and I could speak.

I wasn't keen on my chances as I have attempted to speak with others on death row before but with no joy. There sentence is usually carried out different to general population, they are confined to their cells in a form of solitary confinement with strict access to communication.

None the less I tracked down Marcellus and sent him a message, he replied telling me that he in fact had 24/7 access to a phone within his cell.

Seemingly a privileged offered to those who have been given their date.

Sign the petition to save Marcellus Williams from being killed by the state... https://innocenceproject.org/petitions/stop-the-execution-of-marcellus-williams-an-innocent-man/

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A bitter sweet freedom - Damian Skinner Jun 12, 2024

Almost one year ago I was scrolling through Instagram when I stumbled across a page dedicated to one of the many innocence style organisations that is dotted across the united states, setup in response to thee overwhelming number of people who are incarcerated for crimes they didn't commit.

On the page there was a photograph of a young African American boy pictured with a big smile wearing a baseball outfit the name of that boy was Damian Skinner.... the story spoke of how Damian had been arrested tried and convicted for a murder in 1996, Damian had been convicted with next to no evidence, apart from a so called eye witness, who didn't even see the crime take place. He would tell police that he saw Damian in a car head in the direction of the crime and then moments later heard gun shots.

Damian's older brother was a known gang member and he said that police believed he'd in fact committed the crime but with no evidence to arrest him they brought Damian in and told him he would need to testify against his brother or face prison himself. He refused and sealed his fate..

Damian would spend the next almost 28 years fighting to clear his name without success. Eventually coming up for parole but was denied multiple times, the biggest hurdle was the fact that he was never willing to admit to the crime and thus in the eyes of the board he was not taking ownership or showing any remorse.

however on his most recent appearance he would have legal representation and a strong argument was put forward and finally he was granted his parole...

Almost 6 months later it's time to check in with Damian to see how he's doing as a free man.

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No jury would convict him P3 - Christopher Dunn Jun 10, 2024

In 1991, Dunn was convicted of murder in St. Louis, Missouri, based largely on the testimonies of two teenagers who later recanted their statements. There was no physical evidence linking Dunn to the crime, and he consistently maintained his innocence. Despite these facts, he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Over the years, multiple witnesses and even the original teenage accusers admitted that their testimonies were fabricated under police pressure.

Despite compelling evidence of his innocence and a judge even stating in 2020 that no jury would find him guilty today, legal hurdles have prevented his release, highlighting the systemic challenges faced by those wrongfully convicted.

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What the attorney thinks - Bradley Hayes Jun 05, 2024

Today it's time to talk the case of Brad Hays with Australia's favourite attorney of law, Michael Leonard.

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When you hear that someone has been handed a sentence of life plus 104 years you'd be forgiven for thinking that today I am sitting down with some sort of serial killer, or someone who has committed some incredibly heinous crimes but you'd be wrong.

Brad Hays is currently serving his incredible sentence in the state of Missouri. Brad is no career criminal, in fact up until this sentence he had never been to prison. Brad Hays did not kill anyone, he wasn't even present when someone was killed, in fact no one died at all in Brad's case.

So how and why has Brad been essentially handed a death sentence?

This is the story of Bradley Hays as told by him from his prison cell.

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No jury would convict him P2 - Christopher Dunn Jun 03, 2024

In 1991, Dunn was convicted of murder in St. Louis, Missouri, based largely on the testimonies of two teenagers who later recanted their statements. There was no physical evidence linking Dunn to the crime, and he consistently maintained his innocence. Despite these facts, he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Over the years, multiple witnesses and even the original teenage accusers admitted that their testimonies were fabricated under police pressure.

Despite compelling evidence of his innocence and a judge even stating in 2020 that no jury would find him guilty today, legal hurdles have prevented his release, highlighting the systemic challenges faced by those wrongfully convicted.

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What the attorney thinks - Raymundo Chagolla May 29, 2024

Well it's that time again! Today I sit down with the man they call the voice of reason Mr. Michael Leonard from Leonard trial lawyers in Chicago Illinois to discuss the latest case, which today is the case of Raymundo Chagolla.

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On January 10, 2000, Raymundo Chagolla, who was 18 years old at the time, was at home recovering from the flu and watching The Simpsons. Around 8:40 p.m. at the Stardust Motel in Riverside, California, a tragic incident occurred. Billy Medlin, a resident of the hotel, was helping someone at the motel’s soda machine when a man approached them. The man yelled at Medlin, referred to him as “white boy homie,” and shot and killed him. The shooter then fled towards the back alley, firing his gun at the building before disappearing from view.

Despite the prosecution being unable to establish a clear motive for the shooting, Raymundo was charged and convicted based on contaminated eyewitness identifications and unrecorded hearsay statements. Raymundo consistently maintained that he was at home during the shooting and cooperated with the police throughout the investigation.

During the trial, it was not disclosed to the defense that there were others who had a clear motive to want Medlin dead.

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No jury would convict him P1 - Christopher Dunn May 27, 2024

In 1991, Dunn was convicted of murder in St. Louis, Missouri, based largely on the testimonies of two teenagers who later recanted their statements.

There was no physical evidence linking Dunn to the crime, and he consistently maintained his innocence.

Despite these facts, he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Over the years, multiple witnesses and even the original teenage accusers admitted that their testimonies were fabricated under police pressure.

Despite compelling evidence of his innocence and a judge even stating in 2020 that no jury would find him guilty today, legal hurdles have prevented his release, highlighting the systemic challenges faced by those wrongfully convicted.

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Freedom looks good on you P2 - Evaristo Salas Jnr May 22, 2024

I don't think a week goes by when someone doesn't mention to me the name Evaristo Salas Jnr.

Evaristo's story has touched so many people, it's had us in tears of sadness and of joy and today is most certainly the latter as I sit down with Jnr after almost 8 months of freedom to hear how he's going and what's next for the man who lost 27 years of his life because of a lie.

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Freedom looks good on you! P1 - Evaristo Salas Jnr May 22, 2024

I don't think a week goes by when someone doesn't mention to me the name Evaristo Salas Jnr.

Evaristo's story has touched so many people, it's had us in tears of sadness and of joy and today is most certainly the latter as I sit down with Jnr after almost 8 months of freedom to hear how he's going and what's next for the man who lost 27 years of his life because of a lie.

Become a member of the OMR family and start enjoying the benefits NOW.

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Life plus 104 P2 - Bradley Hays May 20, 2024

When you hear that someone has been handed a sentence of life plus 104 years you'd be forgiven for thinking that today I am sitting down with some sort of serial killer, or someone who has committed some incredibly heinous crimes but you'd be wrong.

Brad Hays is currently serving his incredible sentence in the state of Missouri. Brad is no career criminal, in fact up until this sentence he had never been to prison. Brad Hays did not kill anyone, he wasn't even present when someone was killed, in fact no one died at all in Brad's case.

So how and why has Brad been essentially handed a death sentence?

This is the story of Bradley Hays as told by him from his prison cell.

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Wrongful Conviction - Maggie Freleng May 15, 2024

Maggie Freleng is a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and producer based in New York City reporting on wrongful convictions, the criminal legal system and social issues. She is the host and producer of the Signal and Anthem award winning podcast "Wrongful Conviction with Maggie Freleng", as well as "Murder in Alliance" and "Unjust & Unsolved." She is also the host and producer of the Pulitzer Prize winning podcast "Suave" on PRX. "Suave" also won the 2022 International Documentary Award and Maggie was nominated for the 2022 Livingston Award for National Reporting on "Suave".

Maggie is a powerhouse of journalism and podcasting and I couldn't be more excited to welcome her to OMR.

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Life plus 104 P1 - Bradley Hays May 13, 2024

When you hear that someone has been handed a sentence of life plus 104 years you'd be forgiven for thinking that today I am sitting down with some sort of serial killer, or someone who has committed some incredibly heinous crimes but you'd be wrong.

Brad Hays is currently serving his incredible sentence in the state of Missouri. Brad is no career criminal, in fact up until this sentence he had never been to prison. Brad Hays did not kill anyone, he wasn't even present when someone was killed, in fact no one died at all in Brad's case.

So how and why has Brad been essentially handed a death sentence?

This is the story of Bradley Hays as told by him from his prison cell.

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Asking for clemency - David Bomber May 08, 2024

Today I catch up with David Bomber as he looks to ask the Governor for clemency in his case....

On June 5th, 2010, the David Bomber would meat Larry Michael Worrell II for the very first time at the pool at the apartment complex where they both Lived. A short time later, Worrell and David left the pool area and began drinking. Later, Worrell and David would pick up David's girlfriend at the time, who also met Worrell for the first time that day.

David says that Michael, a former Marine would talk of his PTSD and becoming increasingly distraught, eventually snapping in a rage and placing David in a "military-style" chokehold to the point that he nearly lost consciousness, which occurred inside his own apartment.

It was at this point that his girlfriend intervened, enabling David to escape from Worrell's grasp where he then fled to his kitchen. After being pursued by Worrell, David armed himself with a STEAK KNIFE and stabbed him in the chest ONE TIME.

David says he would attempt first aid but it wasn't working. He would make the decision to flea the scene and was later arrested.

Sadly, on January 15th, 2011, Michael Worrell passed away from complications from the wound and David's charges would be upgraded to include second degree murder.

David lost his case of self defense and was sentenced to 41 years 60 Days.

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An undisclosed motive P3 - Raymundo Chagolla May 06, 2024

On January 10, 2000, Raymundo Chagolla, who was 18 years old at the time, was at home recovering from the flu and watching The Simpsons. Around 8:40 p.m. at the Stardust Motel in Riverside, California, a tragic incident occurred. Billy Medlin, a resident of the hotel, was helping someone at the motel’s soda machine when a man approached them. The man yelled at Medlin, referred to him as “white boy homie,” and shot and killed him. The shooter then fled towards the back alley, firing his gun at the building before disappearing from view.

Despite the prosecution being unable to establish a clear motive for the shooting, Raymundo was charged and convicted based on contaminated eyewitness identifications and unrecorded hearsay statements. Raymundo consistently maintained that he was at home during the shooting and cooperated with the police throughout the investigation.

During the trial, it was not disclosed to the defense that there were others who had a clear motive to want Medlin dead.

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What the attorney thinks - Gerald L Johnson May 01, 2024

Well it's that time again! Today we catch up with the man they call 'The voice of reason' Michael Leonard is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the US justice system. He has over 30 years of experience as a defense attorney and always brings incredible incites and thoughts to the cases we discuss.

Today we talk about the case of Gerald L Johnson. Charged with felony murder after being involved in a police chase which would end in disaster as an innocent women is killed when Gerald collided with her vehicle.

Gerald was accused of carrying a firearm at the time of the crash and this fact alone would see him charged with Felony Murder. Gerald says he didn't have a gun that day and that the prosecutor fabricated one in order to charge him with a more serious crime.

So what does Mr. Leonard think?

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An undisclosed motive P2 - Raymundo Chagolla Apr 29, 2024

On January 10, 2000, Raymundo Chagolla, who was 18 years old at the time, was at home recovering from the flu and watching The Simpsons. Around 8:40 p.m. at the Stardust Motel in Riverside, California, a tragic incident occurred. Billy Medlin, a resident of the hotel, was helping someone at the motel’s soda machine when a man approached them. The man yelled at Medlin, referred to him as “white boy homie,” and shot and killed him. The shooter then fled towards the back alley, firing his gun at the building before disappearing from view.

Despite the prosecution being unable to establish a clear motive for the shooting, Raymundo was charged and convicted based on contaminated eyewitness identifications and unrecorded hearsay statements. Raymundo consistently maintained that he was at home during the shooting and cooperated with the police throughout the investigation.

During the trial, it was not disclosed to the defense that there were others who had a clear motive to want Medlin dead.

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We need you! - David Talley Apr 24, 2024

David Talley is a man currently serving a 100 year prison sentence inside a Florida penitentiary, David did not kill anyone, he did not assault anyone, he didn't even hurt anyone. David made poor decisions and yes put peoples lives in danger including his own.

He was addicted to drugs, he was stealing from gas stations after hours to pay for that addiction and was in a cycle of going in and out of prisons. David Talley deserved to be sent to prison for what he had done, however so far I have not come across one person who believes that he received an appropriate sentence for his crimes.

Today I'm asking for your help to get David home.

You can donate HERE

or here

https://www.gofundme.com/f/one-minute-remaining-to-do-good-for-people

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An undisclosed motive P1 - Raymundo Chagolla Apr 22, 2024

On January 10, 2000, Raymundo Chagolla, who was 18 years old at the time, was at home recovering from the flu and watching The Simpsons. Around 8:40 p.m. at the Stardust Motel in Riverside, California, a tragic incident occurred. Billy Medlin, a resident of the hotel, was helping someone at the motel’s soda machine when a man approached them. The man yelled at Medlin, referred to him as “white boy homie,” and shot and killed him. The shooter then fled towards the back alley, firing his gun at the building before disappearing from view.

Despite the prosecution being unable to establish a clear motive for the shooting, Raymundo was charged and convicted based on contaminated eyewitness identifications and unrecorded hearsay statements. Raymundo consistently maintained that he was at home during the shooting and cooperated with the police throughout the investigation.

During the trial, it was not disclosed to the defense that there were others who had a clear motive to want Medlin dead.

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What the attorney thinks - Dandre Lane Apr 17, 2024

Today I catch up with the man they call, the voice of reason. Michael Leonard is a defense attorney with decades of trial experience and a wealth of knowledge in the US legal system and as always he gives us his professional opinion on our latest case, which today is the story of Dandre Lane.

On the 2nd December of 2011 Dandre Lane says that while driving to his former partners home with their two year old daughter he was carjacked.

A man with a gun not only took his car but also his daughter. After police are alerted to the crime they start the hunt for baby Bianca. Dandre's car would be found shortly after the alarm had been raised, still running with doors open but no Bianca.

Dandre and his former partner both say that police from the very beginning never believed Dandre's story and because of his criminal history they instantly turned their attention to him and believed he had killed his daughter.

Dandre would eventually ne charged with the murder of his daughter but with baby Bianca still missing what would the state bring as evidence? A cadaver dog all the way from the UK.

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You made your bed, you lay in it? P2 - Gerald L Johnson Apr 15, 2024

Gerald Johnson is not an innocent man, he's a man who had a tough life, a life that would ultimately lead him to join one of the most notorious criminal gangs in America, The Bloods.

Gerald has been called a 'Gun toting thug' and it would be the presence of a weapon during a motor vehicle accident that would see him hit with a felony murder charge. A charge that would get him a life sentence.

Gerald says there's one major issue with his case, he had no weapon. He claims the prosecution fabricated a weapon in order to be able to charge him with felony murder.

This is his story as told by him.

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The Jury: Murder Trial - Ed Kellie Apr 10, 2024

The Jury system is one that is used all across the globe. A selection of every day men and women like you and I tasked with the job of coming to a decision of innocence or guilt. Lay people who most of the time have little or no knowledge of the law.

As a group they are thrown together, each with their own biases, feelings and personalities, they must work together to find a verdict.

We all see them sitting at their seats in the courtroom, watch as they take notes and listen to the evidence but what we don't see is what goes one behind closed doors, what discussions are being had, how certain personalities control the room, until now!

The Jury Murder Trial is a fantastic show from the UK that has come up with a unique social experiment to not only try and uncover and understand the dynamics inside a jury room but also to see if two separate jury's hearing the same evidence will come to the same conclusion.

One of the shows creators Ed Kelly sat down with me to talk about how this all came about and what reaction they've had since the show has aired.

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You made your bed, you lay in it? P1 - Gerald L Johnson Apr 08, 2024

Gerald Johnson is not an innocent man, he's a man who had a tough life, a life that would ultimately lead him to join one of the most notorious criminal gangs in America, The Bloods.

Gerald has been called a 'Gun toting thug' and it would be the presence of a weapon during a motor vehicle accident that would see him hit with a felony murder charge. A charge that would get him a life sentence.

Gerald says there's one major issue with his case, he had no weapon. He claims the prosecution fabricated a weapon in order to be able to charge him with felony murder.

This is his story as told by him.

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A victims voice - Mark Newell Apr 03, 2024

Today is a first for OMR as I sit down with Mark Newell.. Mark is the brother of John Newell the former husband of Karen Newell who is currently incarcerated for her husbands murder..

Since I began this podcast back in September of 2022 I had always stated that this is about giving incarcerated men and women the opportunity to share their stories, their side of what happened during the events which lead to their incarceration.

I have been asked many times in the past what about the victims? and my answer has always been the same, I am not out actively searching for them or contacting the, this is for a multitude of reasons, the biggest one being that, having been through a traumatic event of potentially loosing a loved one or being involved in some form of crime is an undoubtably painful and life changing experience that in most cases will live with them forever. Having some random podcaster from Australia calling you to, not only remind you of it but also ask if you'd like to relive that experience is not something I want to do. If people involved in the cases we discuss hear about or see the show they can choose to ignore it.

However I've always been of the mindset that should someone involved in a case we discuss reach out to me I would very much welcome that and that is exactly what happened a few weeks ago.

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A journalist behind bars - Juan Moreno Haines Apr 01, 2024

Juan Moreno Haines has come a long way from the man he once was, a Navy bratt who had a troubled upbringing and would take that with him as a young adult trying to find his way in life.

A series of events would see him end up looking down the barrel of over 80 years in prison, he would start that sentence like most, embracing the bad side of prison life, involving himself in every aspect of the prison culture that was only doing him harm. Until one day a transfer to the infamous San Quentin Prison would set him on a new path.

Juan Moreno Haines is these days and award winning journalist and former senior editor at the award-winning San Quentin News; a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, where he was awarded its Silver Heart Award in 2017 for being “a voice for the voiceless.”

Mr. Haines’s is now the for Editor-in-Chief of Solitary Watch. Solitary Watch is a nonprofit watchdog organization that works to uncover the truth about solitary confinement and other harsh prison conditions in the United States by producing high-quality investigative journalism, accurate information, and authentic storytelling from both sides of prison walls.

Mr. Haines work has been published in The Guardian, The Appeal, Hastings Race and Poverty Law Journal, Above the Law, UCLA Law Review, Life of the Law, The Oakland Post, California Prison Focus, LA Progressive, CalMatters, Witness LA, and Street Spirit.

In 2020, Mr. Haines was awarded the PEN Prison Writing Contest’s Fielding A. Dawson Prize in Fiction.

Check out the podcasts from behind prison walls now https://www.earhustlesq.com/ and https://www.weareuncuffed.org/

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Introducing - Who is the cheese wire killer Mar 28, 2024

Ok legends! It's been a while since I recommended a podcast I've been loving so here it is for you.

It's called 'Who is the cheese wire killer' - a podcast that follows the 1983 Aberdeen murder dubbed the cheese wire killer.

It's a great podcast from a great independent podcast creator so go give it some love!

HERE

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60 Days to freedom - Jason Vukovich Mar 27, 2024

Jason Vukovich, also known as the "Alaskan Avenger," was a victim of physical and sexual abuse. He endured a childhood of beatings and rape at the hands of the man who was supposed to be his protector, his stepfather, Larry Lee Fulton. Fulton married Jason's mother and adopted him at the tender age of four.

The childhood abuse led Jason down a dark path to becoming the hammer-wielding "Alaskan Avenger" on the hunt for pedophiles. He is now serving 23 years at the Spring Creek Correctional Center for assaulting three pedophiles.

After nine years of incarceration for his crimes Jason is leaving prison. He will be on probation and being monitored via ankle monitor but he will no longer be confined to his cell and will be able to be in the community and an active member of society.

Jason has a PAYPAL @JasonVukovich907 where you can donate if you wish to do so.

Or GoFund me if you prefer that optionhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/the-jason-vukovich-fund?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer&utm_term=undefined

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Cadaver dogs P5 - Dandre Lane Mar 25, 2024

On the 2nd December of 2011 Dandre Lane says that while driving to his former partners home with their two year old daughter he was carjacked.

A man with a gun not only took his car but also his daughter. After police are alerted to the crime they start the hunt for baby Bianca. Dandre's car would be found shortly after the alarm had been raised, still running with doors open but no Bianca.

Dandre and his former partner both say that police from the very beginning never believed Dandre's story and because of his criminal history they instantly turned their attention to him and believed he had killed his daughter.

Dandre would eventually ne charged with the murder of his daughter but with baby Bianca still missing what would the state bring as evidence? A cadaver dog all the way from the UK.

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I Catch Killers P2 - Gary Jubelin Mar 20, 2024

Former career detective Gary Jubin spent decades of his life investigating serious crimes and putting bad people behind bars until he himself became the subject of scrutiny during his investigation into the disappearance of young William Tiral. A young three year old boy who went missing under suspicious circumstance's in 2011.

Gary would be charged of breaching the surveillance devices act 2007. accused of secretly recording a suspect in the case. Gary has said he had many concerns around speaking with this potential suspect in relation to Williams disappearance, the listening devises they would usually use would constantly fail, he would be speaking this person alone so wouldn't have another person to back up his side of the conversation and the person he would be speaking with had been described as delusional so recorded the conversation for his own protection so Gary would record the conversation from his own device at the knowledge of other officers.

Gary plead not guilty to the charges and was subjected to a two week hearing in which he was convicted and handed a fine of ten thousand dollars. After 34 years of his life in a career he loved and dedicated his life to he was now out, what would he do next?

Gary went on to create the incredibly successful podcast called 'I catch Killers'.

long before I released my own true crime podcast I was and still am an avid listener of the genre. One show I have listened to since it launched in 2020 is 'I catch Killers'. Gary took his decades of experience from the police interview room and begin to interview his own, former police officers who had incredible careers and stories to share, eventually branching out to speak with former criminals who have since turned their lives around.

In February of this year I reached out to Gary to see if he would be interested in a sit down chat to discuss the world of crime and punishment and I am so pleased that he said yes and welcomed me into the I Catch Killers studios in Sydney.

I Catch Killers can be heard HERE

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I catch Killers P1 - Gary Jubelin Mar 19, 2024

Former career detective Gary Jubin spent decades of his life investigating serious crimes and putting bad people behind bars until he himself became the subject of scrutiny during his investigation into the disappearance of young William Tiral. A young three year old boy who went missing under suspicious circumstance's in 2011.

Gary would be charged of breaching the surveillance devices act 2007. accused of secretly recording a suspect in the case. Gary has said he had many concerns around speaking with this potential suspect in relation to Williams disappearance, the listening devises they would usually use would constantly fail, he would be speaking this person alone so wouldn't have another person to back up his side of the conversation and the person he would be speaking with had been described as delusional so recorded the conversation for his own protection so Gary would record the conversation from his own device at the knowledge of other officers.

Gary plead not guilty to the charges and was subjected to a two week hearing in which he was convicted and handed a fine of ten thousand dollars. After 34 years of his life in a career he loved and dedicated his life to he was now out, what would he do next?

Gary went on to create the incredibly successful podcast called 'I catch Killers'.

long before I released my own true crime podcast I was and still am an avid listener of the genre. One show I have listened to since it launched in 2020 is 'I catch Killers'. Gary took his decades of experience from the police interview room and begin to interview his own, former police officers who had incredible careers and stories to share, eventually branching out to speak with former criminals who have since turned their lives around.

In February of this year I reached out to Gary to see if he would be interested in a sit down chat to discuss the world of crime and punishment and I am so pleased that he said yes and welcomed me into the I Catch Killers studios in Sydney.

I Catch Killers can be heard HERE

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Cadaver dogs P4 - Dandre Lane Mar 18, 2024

On the 2nd December of 2011 Dandre Lane says that while driving to his former partners home with their two year old daughter he was carjacked.

A man with a gun not only took his car but also his daughter. After police are alerted to the crime they start the hunt for baby Bianca. Dandre's car would be found shortly after the alarm had been raised, still running with doors open but no Bianca.

Dandre and his former partner both say that police from the very beginning never believed Dandre's story and because of his criminal history they instantly turned their attention to him and believed he had killed his daughter.

Dandre would eventually ne charged with the murder of his daughter but with baby Bianca still missing what would the state bring as evidence? A cadaver dog all the way from the UK.

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What the attorney thinks - Stephen Lawrence Mar 13, 2024

Recently we covered the story of Stephen Lawrence, convicted for the murder of his father in 1992 and sentenced to life in prison for a crime he says he's innocent of.

Now it's time to catch up with the man they call 'the voice of reason' Michael Leonard. Mike is an attorney from Chicago Illinois had has decades of trial experience as a defense attorney and wealth of knowledge in the US legal system.

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In 1992 Willard Lawrence a grocery store tycoon worth millions would die in a house fire in his home at Gun Lake in Michigan. Later that same year his son Stephen Lawrence would be arrested, tried and convicted for the crime.

Stephen has always maintained he is innocent of this crime and says he was setup by his brother Don with the help of a private investigator by the name of Jerry Mattioli.

Steve's then wife Candy would also be charged with the crime but would be acquitted at her trial over a year after Steve had been found guilty.

This is the story of Stephen Lawrence as told by him from the Michigan Department of Corrections.

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Cadaver dogs P3 - Dandre Lane Mar 11, 2024

On the 2nd December of 2011 Dandre Lane says that while driving to his former partners home with their two year old daughter he was carjacked.

A man with a gun not only took his car but also his daughter. After police are alerted to the crime they start the hunt for baby Bianca. Dandre's car would be found shortly after the alarm had been raised, still running with doors open but no Bianca.

Dandre and his former partner both say that police from the very beginning never believed Dandre's story and because of his criminal history they instantly turned their attention to him and believed he had killed his daughter.

Dandre would eventually ne charged with the murder of his daughter but with baby Bianca still missing what would the state bring as evidence? A cadaver dog all the way from the UK.

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Life inside a Panamanian prison P3 - Wild Bill Mar 06, 2024

In my other show WANTED, where I interview men and women who were or who currently wanted by authorities, we told the story of Wild Bill and just how he ended up being sentenced to 46 years in a Panamanian prison.

Bill has never told his story past this point, until now. He talks us through the moment he was arrested and the years of corruption, drugs and violence inside different facilities in Panama before he would turn his life around after a visit from his mother who brought him a book that would set him off on a different path.

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Once one of America's most wanted men, Wild Bill, as he's been called by authorities, was arrested as he attempted to make his way into Nicaragua via Costa Rica on July 26, 2010.

Bill was accused of the murders of 5 people, murders that he would later confess to. Bill says he worked in Panama as a gun for hire, a hitman, for a cartel of sorts. He says he was driven by greed and a severe lack of any morals.

Bill says he's not the man he once was, he does not speak of the murders that he has committed or even so much as mention their names, he says he is haunted by his crimes and he focuses on doing good in the world in which he now finds himself.

Once arrested and convicted he was sentenced to over 40 years inside a Panamanian prison where he remains today. While incarcerated Bill has become the prisons Chaplin and holds regular services for the other incarcerated men. He's also written a book about his experiences inside one of the worlds worst and most violent prisons, the link to which is below. Not only has he written a book but he also does a daily audio diary which he posts on youtube and has a Facebook page 'Friends of Brother Bill' that he uses to stay in touch with people on the outside.

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Cadaver dogs P2 - Dandre Lane Mar 04, 2024

On the 2nd December of 2011 Dandre Lane says that while driving to his former partners home with their two year old daughter he was carjacked.

A man with a gun not only took his car but also his daughter. After police are alerted to the crime they start the hunt for baby Bianca. Dandre's car would be found shortly after the alarm had been raised, still running with doors open but no Bianca.

Dandre and his former partner both say that police from the very beginning never believed Dandre's story and because of his criminal history they instantly turned their attention to him and believed he had killed his daughter.

Dandre would eventually ne charged with the murder of his daughter but with baby Bianca still missing what would the state bring as evidence? A cadaver dog all the way from the UK.

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Life inside a Panamanian prison P2 - Wild Bill Feb 28, 2024