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Lunch LIVE from NYC: Opening Statements, Video Evidence & the Defense's ask to "Cancel that Noise" May 12, 2025

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The Diddy Trial is underway in New York City, with opening statements, video evidence, and a defense strategy pushing back hard against the prosecution’s case. In this episode, we break down the latest Diddy Trial developments, the video evidence presented in court, and the defense’s request to “cancel that noise.” What could these early courtroom moments reveal about the direction of the Diddy Trial?

Key Points:

Opening statements from both sides

Video evidence presented in the courtroom

The prosecution’s early case strategy

The defense’s pushback and “cancel that noise” request

Key courtroom moments and arguments

What to watch as the trial moves forward

The Diddy Trial continues to dominate true crime news as prosecutors and defense attorneys battle over evidence, testimony, and competing narratives. We break down the courtroom action while separating confirmed facts, allegations, and legal arguments. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories, with in-depth coverage of high-profile cases making headlines.
STS is LIVE in NYC outside the courthouse where host Joel Waldman has been sitting in and watching as attorneys finalize their jury selection for the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial.

The high-profile racketeering and sex-trafficking trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs kicked off with opening statements today and both prosecutors and the defense came out strong out of the gates.

Diddy was arrested last September for racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution. He has pleaded not guilty to all charged; and rejected a plea deal during his last pre-trial hearing.

This is expected to be a high-profile case with not only Diddy but other celebrities and powerful names being named in the courtroom and on the witness list.

Surviving The Survivor brings you the latest from New York City...

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Donna Adelson Back in Court as Trial Delayed to Summer: How Does This All End? May 10, 2025

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The Donna Adelson Trial Delayed development brings another major twist as Donna returns to court and her trial is pushed to the summer. In this episode, we break down why the Donna Adelson Trial Delayed decision matters, what happened during the latest court appearance, and what the postponement could mean for the prosecution and defense. With the Donna Adelson Trial Delayed, how does this case ultimately end?

Key Points:

Donna Adelson returns to court

Why the trial has been delayed until summer

The latest developments from the courtroom

How the delay could affect the defense and prosecution

What happens next in the legal process

The biggest unanswered questions surrounding the case

The Donna Adelson Trial Delayed development adds another chapter to a case that continues to generate major true crime news. We examine the latest courtroom developments while separating confirmed facts from legal arguments, claims, and speculation. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories, with in-depth coverage of cases that continue to make headlines.
Donna Adelson is back in court Friday as key pre-trial motions are heard in Tallahassee. Her trial, delayed until August 19, now hinges on new deadlines, discovery—and her bid to oust the judge.

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Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the very #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime on trending criminal cases.

Donna Adelson returns to court Friday at 9 a.m. Eastern for a pivotal motions hearing in front of Leon County Judge Stephen Everett—the very judge her defense team is trying to have recused. The hearing comes after her murder trial was officially pushed back to August 19, giving way to new discovery deadlines and additional pre-trial maneuvering.

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Charlie Adelson Files 91-Page Appeal — What It Means for Donna and the Adelson Family? May 09, 2025

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The Charlie Adelson Appeal is back in the spotlight after his attorneys filed a 91-page appeal that could have major implications for his legal battle—and potentially Donna Adelson and the wider Adelson family. In this episode, we break down the Charlie Adelson Appeal, the arguments behind the filing, and what it could mean for the family’s ongoing legal troubles. Could the Charlie Adelson Appeal change what happens next?

Key Points:

Charlie Adelson’s 91-page appeal

The key arguments raised by his attorneys

What the appeal could mean for Charlie’s conviction

Potential implications for Donna Adelson

How the filing could affect the broader Adelson family

What happens next in the appellate process

The Charlie Adelson Appeal adds another major development to the Dan Markel case and continues to generate true crime news. We break down the legal arguments and potential consequences while separating confirmed facts from claims and speculation. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories, with in-depth coverage of cases that continue to make headlines.
Charlie Adelson, already convicted in the Dan Markel murder and serving life, has filed a 91-page appeal. We break down what it reveals — and what it could mean for Donna, Wendi, and Harvey Adelson.

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the very #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime on trending criminal cases and this story is one that is close to our hearts.

It’s the case that started it all for STS — the shocking murder-for-hire of FSU law professor Dan Markel. And we've been covering #JusticeforDanMarkel for a while now...

Convicted killer Charlie Adelson has filed a 91-page appeal seeking to overturn his life sentence — even as his mother, Donna Adelson, awaits trial and a new investigation is unfolding behind the scenes. Charlie Adelson is the brother of Wendi Adelson, Dan Markel's ex-wife, who was in the middle of a custody battle when Dan Markel was shot and killed after pulling into the driveway of his Tallahassee, Florida home in 2014. Charlie Adelson was convicted of hiring Latin King gang members to take out his ex brother-in-law, Dan Markel.

#CharlieAdelson #DonnaAdelson #DanMarkel #FSULaw #MurderForHire #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #JusticeForDanMarkel #CriminalAppeal #SurvivingTheSurvivor

• R. Timothy Jansen, famed Tallahassee criminal defense attorney and former federal prosecutor

• Professor Jo Potuto, Professor Emerita, University of Nebraska College of Law

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Donna Adelson Trial Set for August — What Do New Wiretaps Mean for Wendi, Harvey Adelson? May 08, 2025

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The Donna Adelson Trial is set for August, but new wiretaps could raise fresh questions about Wendi and Harvey Adelson. In this episode, we break down the latest Donna Adelson Trial developments, what the new wiretaps could mean for the case, and why Wendi and Harvey Adelson may face renewed scrutiny. Could these recordings change the direction of the Donna Adelson Trial?

Key Points:

Donna Adelson’s trial scheduled for August

New wiretaps connected to the investigation

What the recordings could mean for Wendi Adelson

Why Harvey Adelson may also face renewed attention

Potential impact of the wiretaps on the prosecution and defense

What to watch as the trial approaches

The Donna Adelson Trial continues to generate major true crime news as new evidence and legal developments emerge. We examine the significance of the wiretaps while separating confirmed facts from allegations, legal arguments, and speculation. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories, with in-depth coverage of cases that continue to make headlines.
A new trial date has been set for Donna Adelson — August 19. But a secret investigation and recent wiretaps could have major consequences for the rest of the Adelson family.

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the very #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime on trending criminal cases.

This is the twisted murder-for-hire that started it all — the case of Dan Markel. Dan Markel was shot and killed moments after he pulled up his driveway and into his garage. He died the next day. Now, almost 11 years later the story is still unraveling as alleged co-conspirators, like Donna Adelson, are going on trial one by one.

Markel was killed in Tallahassee, Florida, in 2014, in a murder for hire in what prosecutors say was motivated by child custody issues with Markel's ex-wife, Wendi Adelson. Wendi Adelson's brother, Charlie Adelson, was convicted of the murder of Dan Markel in 2023 just days before his mother, Donna Adelson, was also arrested.

We’re now learning that Donna Adelson’s trial, which was supposed to start in June 2025, is now set to begin August 19, but major questions still remain.

A hearing is scheduled this Friday, and at the center of it all:

• An apparent secret investigation involving new wiretaps that went through February 2024

• Speculation is mounting that the case may expand beyond Donna and Charlie

• What could this mean for the other Adelsons like Wendi and Harvey?

Jeremy Mutz, former Leon County prosecutor and current criminal defense attorney

Dr. Melissa Hamilton

Law Professor Jo Potuto

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Diddy on Trial: Swingers, Sex Parties & a Star-Studded Witness List May 07, 2025

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The Diddy Trial takes center stage as testimony and courtroom developments bring renewed attention to alleged swingers, sex parties, and a star-studded witness list. In this episode, we break down the latest Diddy Trial developments, the testimony and allegations being discussed in court, and the high-profile names connected to the proceedings. What could the witness list and courtroom testimony reveal as the Diddy Trial continues?

Key Points:

The latest developments in the Diddy Trial

Testimony involving alleged sex parties and relationships

Claims and allegations being examined in court

The high-profile witness list surrounding the case

What prosecutors and the defense are arguing

What to watch as the trial continues

The Diddy Trial remains a major story in true crime news, with intense public interest surrounding the allegations and courtroom testimony. We break down the proceedings while separating verified facts, allegations, and testimony from speculation. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories, with in-depth coverage of cases making headlines.
Sean “Diddy” Combs looks unrecognizable in court as jury selection begins in his explosive sex trafficking trial. From gray hair to A-list witnesses and a wild swinger defense, STS breaks down Day 2 from inside the courtroom.

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Jury selection is underway in the high-stakes federal sex trafficking trial of hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. On Day 2, the courtroom was abuzz with mentions of celebrity witnesses, sketch artist visuals of an aged and graying Diddy, and the defense’s jaw-dropping strategy: he was simply a swinger, immersed in a haze of drugs, not a predator.

With cameras banned from court, we’re bringing you the real story behind the headlines.

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Brooks Houck: Detectives Analyze the Police Interview That Could Convict Him May 03, 2025

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The Brooks Houck Police Interview gets a closer look as seasoned detectives analyze the statements, questions, and key moments that could become important in his criminal case. In this episode, we break down the Brooks Houck Police Interview, examining what investigators may have been looking for, how his responses could be interpreted, and what the interview could mean for the prosecution. Could the Brooks Houck Police Interview become a critical piece of evidence?

Key Points:

Key moments from the Brooks Houck Police Interview

Detectives analyze his statements and responses

Questions investigators asked and why they matter

Potential inconsistencies or investigative red flags

How police interviews can factor into a criminal case

What the analysis could mean as the case moves forward

The Brooks Houck Police Interview offers another perspective on the investigation and the evidence surrounding the case. We examine the interview through an investigative lens while separating confirmed facts, allegations, and expert interpretation. Follow the STS Podcast for true crime news, survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories, with in-depth analysis of cases that continue to raise questions.
Brooks Houck, the longtime suspect in Crystal Rogers’ 2015 disappearance, is finally heading to trial for her murder. We analyze his police interview that may hold key clues to what really happened to the missing Bardstown mom.

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime… on trending criminal cases like the Crystal Rogers disappearance.

Brooks Houck — the longtime boyfriend of missing Bardstown mother Crystal Rogers — was finally arrested in 2023 and is now facing a murder trial nearly a decade after her disappearance. His early police interview has come under new scrutiny as investigators build their case against him.

In this episode, we break down that crucial interrogation and ask: did Brooks Houck reveal more than he intended?

• Phil Ramos – Retired Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department homicide detective

• Dr. Detective Troy Looney – Active Akron, Ohio police detective and interrogation expert

We’ll dig deep into body language, deception indicators, and how Houck’s statements may play at trial. Don’t miss this psychological and forensic breakdown of a high-stakes case.

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Donna Adelson Case Devolves Into Chaos with New Wiretaps, Informants & Likely Delay May 02, 2025

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The Donna Adelson Case is descending into chaos with new wiretaps, informants, and the possibility of another major trial delay. In this episode, we break down the latest developments in the Donna Adelson Case, including what the new evidence could mean, why informants may matter, and what could be behind the likely delay. Could these developments fundamentally change the direction of the Donna Adelson Case?

Key Points:

New wiretaps connected to the case

The role of informants and potential new information

How new evidence could affect the defense

Why a trial delay may now be likely

The potential impact on the prosecution’s case

What happens next as attorneys deal with new developments

The Donna Adelson Case continues to generate major true crime news as prosecutors and defense attorneys navigate new evidence and pretrial complications. We break down the latest developments while separating confirmed facts, legal arguments, and allegations. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories, with in-depth coverage of cases that continue to make headlines.
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Donna Adelson’s murder trial may be delayed again—this time over a secret wiretap and new side investigation. Is the state hiding something… or did they catch something even more damning?

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Welcome to Surviving the Survivor — the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime.

The murder trial of Donna Adelson, already riddled with twists, has taken yet another wild turn.

In an April 30 hearing, her defense team revealed the state secretly launched a side investigation involving a mysterious informant and over 30 wiretapped calls.

The defense claims attorney-client conversations may have been intercepted, violating her constitutional rights — and they’ve barely scratched the surface of reviewing more than 32 hours of audio and 100,000+ emails.

Judge Stephen Everett hasn’t ruled yet on delaying the June trial, but even the prosecution admits they wouldn’t be prejudiced by a continuance. Is this a legitimate delay tactic… or has new evidence come to light?

We’ll break it all down with expert guests and bring you inside the courtroom drama like no one else can.

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• Louis Baptiste - Attorney & Dan Markel’s law student at FSU

• Josh Ritter ‪@CRConfidential‬

• Jared Ross, ‪@justicefordanm‬

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Will Donna Adelson’s Trial Be Delayed Over Discovery Dump? May 01, 2025

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Could the Donna Adelson Trial Delay become a reality after a massive discovery dump? In this episode, we break down the latest developments in the Donna Adelson Trial, including the volume of new files, what the discovery could mean for the defense, and whether attorneys may need more time to review the material. Could the Donna Adelson Trial Delay affect the case schedule and what happens next?

Key Points:

The latest discovery dump in Donna Adelson’s case

Why the volume of new files matters

How the new discovery could affect the defense

Whether attorneys may need additional time

The potential impact on the trial schedule

What could happen next in the case

The Donna Adelson Trial Delay question adds another major development to a case already generating significant true crime news. We examine the discovery issues and potential courtroom impact while separating confirmed information from legal arguments and allegations. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories, with in-depth coverage of cases that continue to make headlines.
Donna Adelson’s legal team heads to court after 80,000 new files land just weeks before trial. Will the judge delay proceedings or force the defense to move forward as scheduled?

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the very #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime on trending criminal cases.

This is the case that started it all — the murder-for-hire of FSU law professor Dan Markel.

We’re going LIVE from Tallahassee as Donna Adelson returns to court.

Her defense team is expected to argue that a last-minute discovery dump of 80,000 emails and files makes it impossible to go to trial on time.

They’ve retained their own digital forensics expert, and the judge will now decide: delay or proceed?

We break it all down in real time with two of the most respected legal voices in the country.