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  Alex Murdaugh: The Murder Conviction That Fell Apart 18.10.2026 54min

  A powerful South Carolina legal dynasty. Two brutal murders. Millions of dollars stolen. And a conviction that sent shockwaves across America. When Maggie and Paul Murdaugh were found murdered on their family's estate, suspicion eventually turned to the man who called 911 — husband and father Alex Murdaugh. But behind the murders lay a tangled web of financial crimes, family influence and shocking betrayals. How did one of South Carolina's most powerful families collapse? What really happened that night? And why has Murdaugh's murder conviction faced such extraordinary legal challenges? In this episode of True Crime Now, Erica Voss investigates the rise and fall of Alex Murdaugh, the evidence that convicted him and the controversy surrounding the case. Support True Crime Now:https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/truecrimenow_/ Watch and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeNowTV Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Nidal Hasan: The Fort Hood Massacre and Trump's Livestream Execution Controversy 17.10.2026 46min

  Thirteen people murdered on an American military base. An Army psychiatrist turned mass killer. And seventeen years later, a controversial plan to livestream his execution. On 5 November 2009, Major Nidal Malik Hasan opened fire at Fort Hood, Texas, killing thirteen people and wounding thirty-two others. The massacre shocked America. But even more disturbing were the questions that followed: Had the warning signs been ignored? Could the attack have been prevented? In 2013, Hasan was convicted and sentenced to death. Then, in October 2026, President Donald Trump approved his execution by firing squad. When Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth proposed livestreaming the execution, the announcement sparked national outrage and debate. Trump subsequently cancelled the broadcast, but the execution remained scheduled. In this four-chapter True Crime Now investigation, Erica Voss examines the Fort Hood massacre, the victims, the missed warnings, Hasan's trial and the extraordinary controversy surrounding his punishment. Does the death penalty deliver justice? And should America ever broadcast an execution? Support True Crime Now: https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Follow on Instagram: @truecrimenow_ Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeNowTV Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Legal note: Nidal Hasan was convicted of thirteen murders and thirty-two attempted murders in 2013. As of 17 October 2026, his execution is scheduled for 3 December 2026. The proposed livestream has been cancelled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Erik and Lyle Menendez: Murder or Survival? 16.10.2026 56min

  Two wealthy brothers. Two parents brutally murdered in their Beverly Hills mansion. Allegations of years of sexual abuse. And a criminal case that would divide America for more than three decades. On 20 August 1989, José and Kitty Menendez were shot dead inside their family home in Beverly Hills, California. Their sons, Lyle and Erik Menendez, initially denied responsibility before admitting to the killings. Prosecutors argued that the brothers had murdered their parents for a multimillion-dollar inheritance. But the defence presented a very different explanation: years of alleged physical, emotional and sexual abuse, and two young men who claimed they genuinely feared for their lives. What followed became one of the most sensational murder trials in American history. After their first trial ended with deadlocked juries, both brothers were convicted of first-degree murder in 1996 and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. In this five-chapter True Crime Now investigation, journalist Erica Voss examines the Menendez family's troubled history, the shocking events of August 1989, the allegations of abuse, the evidence presented in court and the extraordinary trials that captivated the nation. We also explore how the Netflix series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story reignited worldwide interest in the case, the emergence of additional evidence, and the legal developments that gave the brothers a renewed opportunity for freedom. Following their resentencing in May 2025, both brothers became eligible for parole. But their applications were denied in August 2025, leaving their future uncertain and the debate about justice, rehabilitation and punishment far from over. Were Erik and Lyle Menendez calculating killers driven by greed, or did years of alleged abuse leave them believing murder was their only means of survival? Did they receive a fair trial? And after more than three decades behind bars, should they ever be allowed to walk free? Join us as we separate established facts from disputed allegations in one of America's most controversial true-crime cases. Support True Crime Now: https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Follow on Instagram: @truecrimenow_ Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeNowTV Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Legal note: Lyle and Erik Menendez were convicted of first-degree murder in 1996. Their convictions remain in place. Their allegations of abuse, and the prosecution's interpretation of their motives, have been the subject of extensive legal proceedings and public debate. Eligibility for parole does not guarantee release. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Charlie Kirk: The Assassination That Shook Trump's America 14.10.2026 59min

  One gunshot on a university campus. A prominent political activist killed in front of thousands. A nationwide manhunt. And a murder investigation that sent shockwaves through Donald Trump's America. On 10 September 2025, Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old co-founder of Turning Point USA and one of President Donald Trump's most influential political allies, was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University. What followed was more than a murder investigation. Kirk's assassination ignited a national debate about political violence, free speech, extremism and the increasingly bitter divisions within American politics. In this six-chapter True Crime Now investigation, journalist Erica Voss examines Kirk's rise to political prominence, his close relationship with Donald Trump, the events surrounding the fatal shooting and the extraordinary manhunt that followed. We also explore the arrest of Tyler Robinson, the evidence presented by prosecutors, the alleged motive and the legal battle ahead. Robinson has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him and faces the possibility of the death penalty if convicted. Who was responsible for Charlie Kirk's assassination? What does the evidence reveal about the accused killer? And how did one gunshot shake the foundations of American politics? Join us as we separate established facts from speculation in one of America's most closely watched criminal cases. Support True Crime Now: https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeNowTV Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Legal note: Tyler Robinson is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Russell Brand: The Trial Begins 13.10.2026 40min

  From controversial comedian to Hollywood star, Russell Brand built a career on pushing boundaries, challenging authority and commanding the spotlight. Now, one of Britain's most recognisable entertainers is at the centre of a major criminal trial. Seven charges. Six women. Allegations spanning a decade. In this episode of True Crime Now, investigative journalist Erica Voss examines the rise of Russell Brand, the allegations that emerged in 2023, the police investigation that followed and the criminal charges that brought him before the courts. How did one of Britain's biggest celebrities become the focus of such a serious investigation? What happens when allegations dating back decades are tested in court? And can a jury look beyond the headlines to reach a fair verdict? We explore the legal process, the challenges of historical allegations and the intense public scrutiny surrounding a case that has divided opinion. Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to all seven charges and is presumed innocent unless proven guilty. The allegations remain contested, and the outcome will be determined through the criminal justice process. This is not the end of the story. As the trial continues, True Crime Now will bring you further coverage in the coming week, examining developments from court and the evidence presented during proceedings. Follow True Crime Now on your favourite podcast platform so you don't miss the latest episodes and trial updates. Watch and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeNowTV Support our independent podcast:https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Contact us:[email protected] Narrated by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global True Crime Now is committed to responsible reporting, the presumption of innocence and protecting the identities of complainants in sexual offence cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Luigi Mangione: Murder, Motive and the American Divide 12.10.2026 1t 1min

  A healthcare executive shot dead on a Manhattan pavement. A nationwide manhunt. And a suspect whose arrest ignited one of America's most controversial criminal cases. On 4 December 2024, Brian Thompson, the 50-year-old CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot outside a New York City hotel. Five days later, police arrested Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, inside a McDonald's restaurant in Pennsylvania. What followed was more than a murder investigation. The case sparked an extraordinary national debate about America's healthcare system, corporate power, public anger and the limits of political protest. In this six-chapter True Crime Now investigation, journalist Erica Voss examines the shooting, the evidence that led detectives to Mangione, his background, the alleged motive and the remarkable public reaction. We also explore the legal battles, Mangione's August 2026 federal guilty plea, and the questions surrounding his sentencing and separate New York state prosecution. What drove Luigi Mangione to target a healthcare executive? And why did one murder divide America so deeply? Join us as we separate established facts from speculation in a case that continues to make headlines. Support True Crime Now:https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Watch and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeNowTV Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Benjamin William Day: The Airbnb Kill Room | The Dexter-Inspired Murder 12.10.2026 42min

  A rented Airbnb bedroom. Walls covered in plastic sheeting. And a forensic science student with a terrifying plan. In December 2025, twenty-four-year-old Maria Saceanu was lured to a property in Tividale, West Midlands, where she was brutally murdered by Benjamin William Day, a nineteen-year-old university student whose preparations bore disturbing similarities to the television series Dexter. But Day's carefully planned crime began to unravel when an injury to his own hand led to an extraordinary encounter with police. In this gripping True Crime Now investigation, journalist Erica Voss examines the chilling preparations, the forensic evidence, the bizarre explanation Day gave officers, and his dramatic guilty plea at Wolverhampton Crown Court in October 2026. How did a student of forensic science believe he could commit the perfect murder — and what finally exposed him? With sentencing scheduled for December 2026, we will return to this case as further developments emerge. Support True Crime Now:https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Watch and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeNowTV Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Rex Heuermann: The Secrets of Gilgo Beach | Part Two 12.10.2026 1t 2min

  Eight women. Murders spanning seventeen years. And a Manhattan architect who concealed a horrifying secret. In Part Two of our investigation into the Gilgo Beach murders, we examine the forensic evidence that finally led police to Rex Heuermann, the shocking corruption scandal involving former Suffolk County Police Chief James Burke, and the conspiracy theories surrounding one of America's most notorious murder investigations. We also explore Netflix's Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer, the families who refused to stop searching for answers, and the extraordinary courtroom developments of 2026, when Heuermann pleaded guilty to seven murders and admitted an eighth. Join investigative journalist Erica Voss on True Crime Now as we uncover the final chapters of the Long Island Serial Killer case, the sentence that followed, and the questions that remain unanswered. Support True Crime Now:https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Watch and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeNowTV Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Rex Heuermann: The Secrets of Gilgo Beach | Part One 11.10.2026 41min

  In December 2010, the discovery of human remains along a remote stretch of Ocean Parkway in Long Island, New York, exposed one of America's most disturbing serial murder investigations. For more than a decade, the Gilgo Beach murders remained unsolved. Families demanded answers, investigators followed countless leads, and the identity of the suspected Long Island Serial Killer remained a mystery. Then, in July 2023, police arrested Rex Heuermann, a Manhattan architect and father living just miles from where the victims were discovered. In Part One of this True Crime Now investigation, journalist Erica Voss examines the victims, the disappearances, the police investigation and the forensic evidence that finally led detectives to Heuermann. How did a suspected serial killer remain undetected for so long? Support True Crime Now:https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Christa Pike: The Crime and the Failed Execution 11.10.2026 45min

  In 1995, nineteen-year-old Colleen Slemmer was brutally murdered in Knoxville, Tennessee. Eighteen-year-old Christa Pike was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to death, becoming one of America's most notorious female death row inmates. More than thirty years later, a botched lethal injection execution brought the case back into the headlines. But what really happened to Colleen Slemmer, and what does the future hold for Christa Pike? Join investigative journalist Erica Voss on True Crime Now as we examine the shocking murder, the police investigation, the trial, and the latest developments in this extraordinary true crime case. Support True Crime Now:https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Elizabeth Holmes: The Billion-Dollar Illusion 10.10.2026 1t 10min

  At nineteen, Elizabeth Holmes dropped out of Stanford University with a promise to revolutionise medicine. Her company, Theranos, claimed it could perform a wide range of medical tests using just a few drops of blood. Investors poured hundreds of millions of dollars into the business, and Holmes became one of Silicon Valley's most celebrated entrepreneurs. But behind the billion-dollar valuation, serious questions were emerging about the technology, the accuracy of its results and what Holmes knew. In this five-chapter investigation, True Crime Now examines the extraordinary rise and collapse of Theranos, the whistleblowers who exposed its problems, and the criminal trial that sent Elizabeth Holmes to prison. Plus, an exclusive bonus chapter exploring A24's upcoming documentary You Can See Everything, and what it could reveal about the woman behind one of Silicon Valley's most notorious fraud scandals. How did a promise to transform healthcare become a billion-dollar deception? Support True Crime Now:https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Documentary Trailer Credit:Audio excerpt from You Can See Everything (2026), an A24 documentary directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim. Trailer footage and audio courtesy of A24. All rights remain with their respective owners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Lindsay Clancy: A Question of Criminal Responsibility 10.10.2026 1t 24min

  On 24 January 2023, three young children were found with fatal injuries inside their family home in Duxbury, Massachusetts. Their mother, Lindsay Clancy, was charged with their murders. But as the investigation unfolded, disturbing questions emerged about her mental health, the psychiatric treatment she had received, and whether she could be held criminally responsible. In this seven-chapter investigation, True Crime Now examines the events leading up to the tragedy, the evidence presented in court, and the conflicting medical opinions that divided a jury. With the first trial ending in a mistrial, the case remains unresolved. Was this a deliberate crime, or the consequence of a severe psychiatric illness? Support True Crime Now:https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Presented by: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Lucy Letby: Guilty Beyond Reasonable Doubt? 10.10.2026 1t 25min

  Between 2015 and 2016, a series of unexpected deaths and sudden collapses occurred on the neonatal unit at the Countess of Chester Hospital. Years later, former neonatal nurse Lucy Letby was convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder seven others. The convictions became one of the most widely discussed criminal cases in modern British history. Yet the questions surrounding the evidence, the investigation and the hospital's response have continued long after the trials concluded. In this episode of True Crime Now, we examine the events that led to Letby's arrest, the evidence presented by the prosecution, the challenges raised by medical and scientific experts, and the concerns about hospital management and safeguarding examined by the Thirlwall Inquiry. What did hospital staff know, and when? How did the prosecution establish its case? And why do questions about the convictions continue to attract public and professional scrutiny? Presented by investigative journalist Erica Voss, this documentary offers a measured examination of the case, its legal complexities and the people whose lives have been permanently affected. Content warning: This episode contains discussion of infant deaths, serious medical harm and murder. True Crime Now is an independently produced podcast. If you would like to support our work and help fund future investigations, you can contribute through our GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/TrueCrimeNow Host: Erica VossExecutive Producer: Lee MannProduced by: Audio Bleach Global Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices