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Get ready for some legal drama and a whole lot of sass on The Emily Show, hosted by none other than the internet’s favorite legal analyst, Emily D Baker. With over 17 years of experience as a lawyer and former LA Deputy District Attorney, Emily gives you the lowdown on the hottest legal stories everyone is talking about. Her unique blend of smarts, sarcasm, and colorful language will have you laughing and learning at the same time. But that’s not all, y’all! Emily shares her wild and hilarious stories from her time as a LA County Deputy District Attorney and gives you a glimpse into the life of a YouTube creator with millions of monthly views. Don’t miss out on the legal commentary and behind-the-scenes action, head over to YouTube at www.WatchEmily.Com and connect with Emily on Instagram @TheEmilyDBaker for even more law, life, and coffee chat. Stay in the loop with the Law Nerd App. With The Emily Show, you’ll be a law nerd in no time.

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Is it enough? Closing Arguments and Verdict Watch. | Case Brief Dec 13, 2025

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/PSbCLrOzh58

Day 10 of the Brian Walshe Trial happened on December 12, 2025. An extraordinary and intense day focused on the Closing Arguments from both the Defense and the Prosecution. The Defense presented no case, relying on the Prosecution's burden of proof. We break down the argument that emphasized a "sudden unexpected event" rather than premeditated murder. Key points include the Google searches indicated a man in "disbelief and confusion," not a planned killer. The delay in the word "murder" appearing in searches (6 hours). Lack of evidence of a plan or intent to kill in the 1,000+ pages of digital data. The reservation deletion was framed as an effort to avoid violating probation, not to cover up murder.

The prosecution wove together a narrative of premeditation, focusing on a timeline of receipts, video, and digital evidence. Key points include the irony of the deleted New Year's Day dinner reservation text from the defendant's supposedly "missing" phone. The significance of the defendant's phone being unlocked and plugged in while he claimed it was misplaced. The Google searches (e.g., "best way to dispose of a body," "can you be charged with murder without a body?") showing intent to hide the crime. The argument to the jury: do not let the defendant benefit from his "self-serving act of dismembering and disposing of Anna Walsh."

Discussion with the judge about impounding (sealing) the victim impact statements from the children of Ana and Brian Walshe to protect their privacy interests, and the jury's decision to resume deliberations on Monday morning.

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Case Overview - https://youtu.be/VbbXdPf4aXY

MA v Brian Walshe Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW
Brian Walshe Trial Daily Case Brief Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH63SQSsTnj7ofHMBjdhgSEfK

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It's Over! Shocking Morning in Court. The Defense Rests | Case Brief Dec 12, 2025

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ib6RwDk2_Ls

Day 9 of the Brian Walshe Trial happened on December 11, 2025. After the prosecution rested, the defense was set to begin their case—but not only did they call no other witnesses, Brian Walshe himself made the surprising decision not to testify. Closing Arguments are the next day.

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Case Overview - https://youtu.be/VbbXdPf4aXY

MA v Brian Walshe Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW

Brian Walshe Trial Daily Case Brief Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH63SQSsTnj7ofHMBjdhgSEfK

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Was Brian Walshe Planning? Prosecution Rests—Ana's last conversations with her friends | Case Brief Dec 11, 2025

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/1TJg6QnTkHY

Day 8 of the Brian Walshe Trial happened on December 10, 2025. The testimony of Gem Mutlu, Ana’s former boss and family friend, led to numerous and forceful objections from the defense attorney, who argued that his use of terms like "marital issues" or "marital problems" was his own characterization or opinion, not the exact words Ana used. Hear the shocking details shared by Ana Walshe's bestfriend, Alissa Kirby, who recounts a conversation with Ana just days before her disappearance where Ana admitted she was "falling out of love" with Brian and felt she loved him "not as much anymore." Alissa also describes Ana as reaching a "breaking point" on December 29th, frustrated by the relationship, Brian's constant questioning of her love for him, and his possible attempts to delay his federal case. Learn about Brian Walshe’s home confinement restrictions and the suspicious request for an extended Jan 1st window to drop off his mother—despite his mother not being present at the house on New Year's Eve. The Prosecution Rests their Case in Chief. The Defense's Motion to Dismiss was denied, and the focus shifts to the start of the Defense Case in Chief. Don't miss this complete recap of the pivotal final day of the prosecution's case!

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Case Overview - https://youtu.be/VbbXdPf4aXY

MA v Brian Walshe Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW

Brian Walshe Trial Daily Case Brief Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH63SQSsTnj7ofHMBjdhgSEfK

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It's Ana Walshe's DNA. Plus Brian Walshe's DNA on slippers and Tyvex. Will he testify? | Case Brief Dec 10, 2025

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/YzuDUWrzZZc

Day 7 of the Brian Walshe Trial happened on December 9, 2025. The prosecution is using known DNA samples collected from Brian and Ana Walshe by the FBI back in 2018 for comparison with crime scene evidence. Most of the DNA from the tested items came back as a single source matching Ana Walshe. Some samples were identified as mixed sources containing DNA from both Ana and Brian Walshe. Details of Brian Walshe's rapid purchases of rugs, candles, towels, and bath mats at HomeGoods on January 2nd and 4th, and the revelation that he paid with gift cards from Ana’s no-receipt returns. It is important to prove premeditation and the possible lesser-included charges the jury may consider.

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Case Overview - https://youtu.be/VbbXdPf4aXY

MA v Brian Walshe Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW
Brian Walshe Trial Daily Case Brief Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH63SQSsTnj7ofHMBjdhgSEfK

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Brian Walshe caught on Camera. Large Knife found above refrigerator, CSI testimony. | Case Brief Dec 09, 2025

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Fq8DmRShojk

Day 6 of the Brian Walshe Trial happened on December 8, 2025. It brought forward crucial scientific and circumstantial evidence. In this Case Brief, we break down the shocking testimony that covered the Medical Examiner's testimony on preserved evidence—including blood-soaked hair, tissue, and carpet pieces—despite Ana Walshe’s body never being recovered. Plus, the debate over a recovered Gucci necklace toggle. Witness testimony from Ana Walshe's HR Director details her call with a "polite and calm" Brian Walshe after Ana was reported missing, and the crucial clue found outside her DC residence: a wet Nespresso delivery box. We break down the timeline of Brian Walshe's frantic purchases at Lowe's, including the hacksaw, buckets, and cleaning supplies, and his attempts to evade surveillance cameras. The defense focuses on the lack of blood evidence found in the master bedroom subfloor and the "natural causes" argument, while the prosecution highlights Brian Walshe’s Google searches on cleaning blood from a knife and the timing of his Band-Aid purchase. Was it a sudden death followed by a panic, or a premeditated murder? We discuss the jury's key task: deciding on the First-Degree Murder charge.

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Case Overview - https://youtu.be/VbbXdPf4aXY

MA v Brian Walshe Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW

Brian Walshe Trial Daily Case Brief Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH63SQSsTnj7ofHMBjdhgSEfK
Brian Walshe's Mother Sued - https://youtu.be/ie7Lv1BTNFg

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Brian Walshe's Mother loses big in Court. Sued over Damage to the home where Ana Walshe died. Dec 08, 2025

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This week, we dive deep into the shocking civil lawsuit filed against Brian Walshe's mother, Diana Walshe, by the landlord of the Cohasset home. Diana Walshe has been hit with a default judgment for her "repeated and willful disregard" of court discovery orders, including a motion compelling her to answer a question about conspiring with her son. The court found her liable for breach of contract, and now the focus is on determining the massive amount of damages to the property, which include blood contamination and police forensic damage. Kouri Richins’ first appearance in court for the new fraud case. Updates on the murder trial set for February and the challenge of sealed motions. Attorney Contempt Hearing from Cardi B trial happened and the judge is taking sanction amount under submission for Ron Rosen Janfaza.

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW

Kouri Richins 26 New Charges - https://youtu.be/43ULdoW-g4w

Alex Murdaugh Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw

TikTok Psychic Case - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gJhnNYbw7Go9agKxL9poNLv
Cardi B Trial Part 1 - https://youtu.be/HCqlINOcqaM

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Did Brian Walshe Know? Defense’s Christmas Timeline & Physical Tools In Evidence | Case Brief Dec 06, 2025

Show notes

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/HszTIRT5ZR4

Day 5 of the Brian Walshe Trial happened on December 5, 2025. A clunky but revealing cross-examination attempts to establish a timeline of Brian Walshe's texts, phone calls, and searches, including the 'plane crash' and 'Anna Walshe found dead' searches. We discuss the defense's strategy to characterize the searches as a sign of worry and to distance their context from any implication of premeditation, focusing on the time around Christmas Day. The jury hears for the first time that the MSP case officer assigned to the investigation was former Trooper Michael Proctor, and what that might mean for the defense's strategy.

A look at the large tools (hacksaw, snips, hatchet, hammer) purchased at Lowe's and introduced in court, as well as the medical examiner's testimony regarding items recovered from the dumpster, including cut-up rug pieces with tissue and hair. The prosecution moves quickly through witnesses, and the court projects to be done with evidence in about 3 weeks.

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Case Overview - https://youtu.be/VbbXdPf4aXY

MA v Brian Walshe Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW
Brian Walshe Trial Daily Case Brief Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH63SQSsTnj7ofHMBjdhgSEfK

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Ana Walshe's Paramour Testifies. Brian caught on chilling video | Case Brief Dec 05, 2025

Show notes

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/EJzkF3oa7ao

Day 4 of the Brian Walshe Trial happened on December 4, 2025. Ana Walshe's paramour, William Fastow, takes the stand, confirming their intimate relationship and future plans. He reveals they planned to celebrate New Year's together on January 4th—the same day Brian Walshe reported Ana missing. Surveillance video is shown of a tall, dark-clothed figure driving Brian's Volvo SUV to an apartment complex dumpster, disposing of a bag, and immediately leaving. Cell phone data from Brian Walshe’s iPhone SE is presented, which lines up with the location of the dumpster seen in the video, as well as multiple other key locations (Lowe's, HomeGoods, and his mother's apartment complex where other evidence was seized). Evidence is shown of Brian's alarming Google searches from December 25th, including searches for William Fastow and the phrase "Anna Walshe found dead." William Fasto confirms that their mutual friend, Gem Mutlu (Ana's former boss, who was with the Walshes on New Year's Eve), introduced him to Ana.

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Case Overview - https://youtu.be/VbbXdPf4aXY

MA v Brian Walshe Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW

Brian Walshe Trial Daily Case Brief Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH63SQSsTnj7ofHMBjdhgSEfK

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Walshe Confronted with devastating photos. Prosecution fights 'spontaneous death' story | Case Brief Dec 04, 2025

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Xr89f0Q35EE

Day 3 of the Brian Walshe Trial happened on December 3, 2025. The court was presented with "chilling" photos of evidence recovered from a dumpster at Brian Walshe's mother’s apartment complex, including a hacksaw, hatchet, snips, and hammer. We discuss the defense’s attempt to challenge the chain of custody and potential contamination of these items. Thomas Mennio, a witness from JetBlue, confirms Ana Walshe took her last flight on December 30th, 2022, and that multiple subsequent flight reservations in January were all "no-shows." Life insurance testimony reveals Anna Walshe was rated "Select Preferred"—the highest health rating possible—undermining the defense’s opening statement that she may have spontaneously passed away in her sleep. We cover the judge’s discussion with attorneys regarding whether the jury can hear that Brian Walshe has already pled guilty to improper disposal of a body and lying to police, and why the court is inclined to keep that information out. A look ahead at upcoming testimony concerning text messages between Ana Walshe and her "paramour," and how the prosecution and defense plan to use this to address a potential motive.

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Case Overview - https://youtu.be/VbbXdPf4aXY

MA v Brian Walshe Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW

Brian Walshe Trial Daily Case Brief Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH63SQSsTnj7ofHMBjdhgSEfK

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Brian Walshe's shocking Google searches. Defense tries to shift the focus on cross. | Case Brief Dec 03, 2025

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Use code LAWNERD at https://jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Cool Gloss with your first purchase! These sell out fast so get them while they last! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/agdSZtDj1ZY

Day 2 of the Brian Walshe Trial happened on December 2, 2025. More audio of the police interviews were played and the last one was of law enforcement confronting Brian Walshe with his disturbing internet search history and his attorney at the time ended the interview. Shortly after that, he was arrested. Trash bags with Ana’s belongings were found at a dumpster transfer station. Trooper Guarino presented the full, disturbing list of Brian Walshe's online search history. The defense is focusing on what wasn't searched before January 1st to argue against premeditation, and their attempt to distance Brian from the searches being conducted on his 6-year-old son's iPad Mini (they were synced, not conducted, on it).

RESOURCES

Brian Walshe Case Overview - https://youtu.be/VbbXdPf4aXY

MA v Brian Walshe Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW

Brian Walshe Trial Daily Case Brief Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH63SQSsTnj7ofHMBjdhgSEfK

Karen Read 2024 Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKUeCUzApgsEuQRXu5IXeTS

Taylor Schabusiness Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gIKgoVAu8f0lrZl6LkXQm4s

Sandra Birchmore - https://youtu.be/sF3VD5cfKnE

Alex Murdaugh Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw

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