The FOX True Crime Podcast w/ Emily Compagno

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Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman delivered a blow to the Menendez brothers' fight for freedom, asking the court to reject their request for a new trial. In 2023, Erik and Lyle Menendez filed a habeas corpus petition that introduced new evidence of alleged sexual abuse; however, D.A. Hochman cited issues with the credibility of the evidence. Retired NYPD Inspector, attorney, and FOX News Contributor Paul Mauro unpacks the standards needed to secure a new trial and discusses the renewed societal interest in the case. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Emily revisits her conversation with Criminal Defense Attorney Jack Earley to discuss his experience representing Betty Broderick during her murder trial. In 1989, Betty shot and killed her ex-husband and his new wife inside their San Diego home. Betty never denied pulling the trigger, yet she claimed that the cold-blooded murder resulted from years of abuse that drove her to a breaking point. Dan recounts his experience with Betty and details what it was like to work on such a high-profile crime at the time. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In December 2024, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed outside a hotel in midtown Manhattan. Five days later, 26-year-old Luigi Mangione was arrested in Pennsylvania. He faces 11 charges, one of which being first degree murder in furtherance of terrorism. The alleged shooter has since developed a cult following. If the case goes to trial, it's expected to be one of the most-watched court battles in history. Criminal Defense Attorney Mark Eiglarsh explains why he believes the prosecution has a strong case and weighs in on the legal strategies listeners could expect to see in court. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Growing up, April Balascio remembers constantly moving across the country at her father's will. Her father was Edward Wayne Edwards, a man who could either be the life of the party, or a violently abusive. As an adult, April was still haunted by her father's mysterious actions, so she began to dig deeper. However, her investigation uncovered a dark and sinister truth: her father was a serial killer. Author and subject of The Clearing podcast April Balascio details her life story, the shocking revelation of her father's identity, and how she worked to bring him down, as detailed in her new book, Raised By A Serial Killer.  Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Brad Simpson made his first court appearance of 2025 this week. The 54-year-old has been accused of murdering his wife, Texas realtor Suzanne Simpson, and hiding her body. Meanwhile, accused Idaho murderer Bryan Kohberger's attorneys have revealed new DNA evidence that could aid their defense. Retired NYPD Inspector and FOX News Contributor Paul Mauro discusses the shocking new updates in both cases. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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It's often said that love makes people do crazy things. For Toby Dorr, love led her to break the law. While operating a prison dog program, Toby met and fell in love with John Manard, a man serving a life sentence for a deadly carjacking. Feelings grew between the two, and on February 12th, 2006, Toby smuggled John out of prison. The pair was subsequently caught and arrested, but it was during Toby's prison sentence that she was able to find freedom. Author and criminal justice reform advocate Toby Dorr revisits the story of her daring prison escape and emphasizes the importance of giving people second chances. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jan Broberg survived being abducted and raped by a friend of the family, not once, but twice. Despite being twice saved from Robert Berchtold's abductions, Jan was still impacted by his manipulation tactics. Though the nightmare continued into Jan's adulthood, it didn't stop her from speaking out. Actress, writer, and survivor Jan Broberg details how Robert Berchtold continued to stalk and harass her in her later life, and how it prompted her to begin telling her story. Later, she details how the Jan Broberg Foundation works to raise awareness about child sexual abuse, and build a community for survivors. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In 1974, 12-year-old Jan Broberg was kidnapped and raped by a friend of the family. Jan was eventually found, and her abductor was only jailed for 10 days. 2 years later, through manipulation, blackmail, and grooming, the monster was able to kidnap her a second time. Actress, writer, and survivor Jan Broberg details the stories of her abductions and shares the dark truth of grooming. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices