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The Scandalous Case Of Chandra Levy Nov 05, 2024

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In May of 2002, the remains of 24-year-old intern Chandra Levy were discovered in D.C.'s Rock Creek Park. The news rocked the D.C. area, as well as Chandra's hometown of Modesto, California. The case sparked a frenzy of rumors and allegations, exposing a scandalous side of politics. However, despite an arrest and conviction, the murder of Chandra Levy remains unsolved.

FOX News San Francisco-based Senior Correspondent Claudia Cowan covered the case at the time and looks back at the infamous case. Later, former NYPD Inspector Paul Mauro provides his expert analysis of the investigation into Chandra's disappearance.

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The Search For The Devil: Inside The Satanic Panic Oct 31, 2024

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In the 1980s, conspiracy theories that children were becoming victims of satanic rituals began to spread like wildfire, and mistrust fueled anxieties in schools and neighborhoods across the country. This would later become known as the 'satanic panic.'

Professor emeritus of sociology at Grand Valley State University Mary DeYoung explains how moral panics work, the factors that contribute to them, and the role that the fears played in prominent cases at the time.

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The Crime Of The Century: The Leopold & Loeb Case Oct 29, 2024

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Is there such a thing as a "perfect crime"? 100 years ago, two teenagers wanted to find out for themselves. 19-year-old Nathan Leopold and 18-year-old Richard Loeb abducted and murdered 14-year-old Bobby Franks within his affluent Chicago neighborhood. The crime of the century became the trial of the century, and the country watched a jury decide the fate of the two murderous teenagers.

Author, historian, and Professor at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice Simon Baatz looks back at the historic murders, and the unprecedented trial that followed, as detailed in his book, For The Thrill Of It.

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A Hunger To Kill: The Confession Oct 24, 2024

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During a life-changing interrogation, Detective Kim Mager exposed the crimes of a serial killer living among them. Thanks to her skillful methodology, the bravery of a surviving victim, and the dedication of all agencies involved in the investigation, Shawn Grate was found guilty of his crimes and is awaiting execution.

Retired Detective with the Ashland Police Department Kim Mager discusses the impact this case left on her, and what led her to write the book, A Hunger To Kill.

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A Hunger To Kill: The Interrogation Oct 22, 2024

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In a city like Ashland, OH, dubbed "The World Headquarters of Nice People," it's difficult to imagine anything bad happening. But in 2016, Detective Kim Mager was assigned to the case of Shawn Grate, a man who had just been arrested for kidnapping, raping, and torturing a young woman. During the interrogation, it was discovered Grate wasn't just a sex offender. He was a serial killer.

Retired Detective with the Ashland Police Department Kim Mager reflects on her involvement in the case and unpacks her 33-hour-long interrogation of Grate, as detailed in her new book, A Hunger To Kill.

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Analyzing The Body Language Of The Menendez Brothers Oct 17, 2024

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Whether or not you realize it, your body is always talking, even when you're not speaking. Body language can be influential in the courtroom, a time when the stakes couldn't be higher. So what role did body language and physical behaviors have in the televised trial of the Menendez brothers?

Clinical and Forensic Psychologist Dr. John Paul Garrison provides his analysis of the body language of Erik and Lyle during their testimonies and explains what their behaviors reveal.

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The Trial Of The Menendez Brothers Oct 15, 2024

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On August 20th, 1989, José and Kitty Menendez were shot to death inside their Beverly Hills mansion. The following year, their sons, Erik and Lyle, would be arrested for the murders. The ensuing trial captured the attention of viewers across the country and exposed the hidden familial sexual abuse kept secret by the Menendez family.

Award-winning Trial Attorney and Host of the Courtroom Confidential Podcast Joshua Ritter gives an overview of the gruesome murders and provides his legal analysis of the infamous trial.

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From The Vault: Cyber Crime Protection Oct 10, 2024

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Emily revisits her conversation with former FBI Special Agent and Founding Partner at NAXO Chris Tarbell for a discussion about the ways we can protect ourselves from cyber crimes.

Chris dives into the technological advancements that gave way to the development of 'deep fakes,' and explains how listeners can spot them, and prevent themselves from falling victim.

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A Deadly Affair: The Murder Of Susan Smith Oct 08, 2024

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On June 8th, 1989, an affair between an FBI Agent and his informant ended in a deadly rage. FBI Agent Mark Putnam murdered his pregnant lover, Susan Smith, in the coal mining town of Pikeville, Kentucky. It would be a year until his crimes were discovered, thanks to a confession skillfully elicited from within the Bureau.

Retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent Jim Huggins joins with a look at the tragic and unprecedented case, the dangerous affair between Mark and Susan, and shares details from Mark Putnam's shocking confession.

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Stand Your Ground Laws Oct 03, 2024

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In America, laws exist that protect residents who use deadly force in circumstances of self-defense. But what do 'Stand Your Ground' laws look like in practical application? And how do these laws vary state-by-state?

University of California, Berkeley Law Professor John Yoo provides a deep dive into what 'Stand Your Ground' laws are, their nuanced nature, and the legal protections Americans have in court.

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