The Murder Of Maddie Soto

Episodes

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  From Jen Soto To Jake Harrow: Why America’s Child Protection System is Broken Beyond Repair 12.09.2025 12m

  From Jen Soto To Jake Harrow: Why America’s Child Protection System is Broken Beyond RepairThe final segment of this Hidden Killers Live breakdown brings the conversation to its most haunting point: how could Jake Haro ever be rated “low risk” after nearly killing his first child?Tony Brueski and Shavaun Scott examine the checklist mentality of child protective services and probation programs, where compliance and paperwork are valued over real-world judgment. Shavaun shares a devastating personal case from her career: a young boy she warned was unsafe with his mother, only for the court to ignore her. On the first unsupervised weekend visit, the child was killed in a preventable accident.The discussion reveals how overworked caseworkers, undertrained judges, and overloaded systems consistently push dangerous parents back into homes, leaving children to suffer or die. They highlight the staggering statistic that 50% of child fatalities occur in families already known to CPS, and yet the cycle continues.Tony and Shavaun close with a passionate call for reform, demanding more accountability, better training, and a fundamental shift away from blind faith in rehabilitation toward prioritizing child safety above all else.Hashtags:#CPSFailures #HiddenKillers #EmmanuelHaro #ChildAbuse #SystemFailure #TonyBrueski #ShavaunScott #ChildProtection #TrueCrime #LowRiskWant to comment and watch this podcast as a video?Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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  Live Courtroom Audio Stephan Sterns Pleads Guilty (No Contest) To Maddie Soto's Murder & Abuse-WEEK IN REVIEW 26.07.2025 1h

  Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.     This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.     Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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  Live Courtroom Audio: Stephan Sterns Pleads Guilty (No Contest) To Maddie Soto's Murder & Abuse 22.07.2025 1h

  Live Courtroom Audio: Stephan Sterns Pleads Guilty (No Contest) To Maddie Soto's Murder & AbuseStephan Sterns is officially going to die in prison. He pleaded no contest to the murder of 13-year-old Maddie Soto and guilty to a devastating series of sex crimes—eight counts of capital sexual battery, multiple counts of sexual abuse, and lewd molestation. It was a courtroom heavy with grief, rage, and unhealed wounds.But one person was conspicuously silent.In this episode, we take you inside the courtroom where Sterns faced the consequences of his horrific crimes—and where Jennifer Soto, Maddie’s own mother, neither spoke nor was mentioned as a participant. While family after family member delivered gut-wrenching victim impact statements, Jennifer stayed out of sight.So now that Sterns has taken the plea deal, will Jennifer Soto finally be held accountable? Prosecutors no longer need her as a witness. There's no trial. No risk of her pleading the Fifth. Just a pile of deeply disturbing facts that paint a picture of a mother who ignored—or accepted—clear red flags.We walk through:The full breakdown of the plea agreement and sentencingMaddie’s family confronting Sterns with heartbreak and furyThe legal implications of Sterns’ no contest pleaAnd the question: Does this now open the door for charges against Jennifer Soto?We also highlight shocking court admissions—like the fact that Maddie’s mom allowed her to sleep in the same bed as Sterns, and her previous police statement claiming the “sex stuff wasn’t evil.” How does that not rise to criminal neglect?This episode is not just about one man’s sentencing—it’s about what happens next in the pursuit of full justice for Maddie Soto.🎧 Listen now to Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski.Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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  Stephan Sterns Pleads Guilty! Is Jennifer Soto Next to Face Justice for Maddie Soto's Demise 22.07.2025 27m

  In today’s episode, we take you inside the Osceola County courtroom where Stephan Sterns—the man who raped and murdered 13-year-old Maddie Soto—pleaded guilty to a laundry list of charges. Sterns accepted a life sentence without the possibility of parole in exchange for avoiding the death penalty. But while he faces justice behind bars, one haunting question remains:Why has Maddie’s mother, Jennifer Soto, never been charged?We unpack every detail from the plea hearing: the heartbreaking victim impact statements, the devastating timeline, and the judge’s chilling words as Sterns was sentenced. But perhaps the most glaring moment? The silence from Jennifer Soto. No statement. No appearance. No visible grief in the courtroom for the daughter she failed to protect.This episode goes beyond the courtroom. We break down: What Jennifer Soto admitted to police. Why she allowed Sterns to routinely sleep in the same bed as Maddie. Her infamous comment that the “sex stuff wasn’t evil.” Why prosecutors didn’t charge her—yet—and whether the plea deal now opens that door. We also examine the public outcry demanding accountability and the disturbing legal gray zone between neglect and criminality. Is it time for Florida prosecutors to revisit their stance on Soto now that Sterns’ case is closed? Or will she walk away, untouched by the justice system but stained in the court of public opinion?You won’t want to miss this in-depth breakdown of the courtroom moment that left as many questions as answers—and the mother at the center of it all.Listen now to "Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski."Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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  Justice For Maddie Soto: Big Breakdown Of Stephan Sterns Jail Calls Part 2 25.06.2025 1h 47m

  Justice For Maddie Soto: Big Breakdown Of Stephan Sterns Jail Calls Part 2In this follow-up episode, we continue dissecting the disturbing phone conversations Stephan Sterns held with his parents over nearly three weeks after his arrest. Call 2 delves into his shifting explanations—he vacillates between describing the event as “an accident,” citing PTSD from finding Maddie’s body, and repeating “no one’s to blame,” all while maintaining a tone of rational detachment  .We also pull insights from Call 9, where his parents probe deeply, asking “Were you ever abused?” This raw and revealing question shines light on the family’s desperation and Sterns’ own defensiveness  . The interaction in Call 2 is marked by emotional collapse—his family oscillates between support, denial, and pleading—and underlines their struggle to reconcile personal loyalty with growing suspicion .We investigate emerging evidence: discussion of autopsy results, allegations of Internet-fueled rumors and conspiracy theories directed at others . With each call, Sterns becomes more introspective—mentioning faith, redemption, and the possibility of his own forgiveness, hinting at complex emotional and moral reckoning.This episode shows a man grappling with legal terror and emotional breakdown, his parents’ anguish mirrored in the audio, revealing a family in public breakdown. We conclude with questions on how these recorded conversations might shape public opinion and courtroom strategy moving forward.Hashtags:#JusticeForMaddie #JailCallPart2 #StephanSterns #InsideFamily #TrueCrimeAnalysisWant to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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  Justice For Maddie Soto: Big Breakdown Of Stephan Sterns Jail Calls Part 1 24.06.2025 1h 58m

  Justice For Maddie Soto: Big Breakdown Of Stephan Sterns Jail Calls Part 1Description:This episode begins our in-depth examination of the jailhouse phone calls made by Stephan Sterns following his arrest in connection to the March 1, 2024, death of 13‑year‑old Madeline “Maddie” Soto in Osceola County, Florida. In Part 1, we focus on the first clips released—especially Call 1—where Sterns expresses a surprisingly calm demeanor, casually noting he’s been shifted between pods and that he missed his mother’s birthday  . The episode plays out the shock and uncertainty as he informs his parents of the first-degree murder charge for Maddie’s death  .We explore the context: Sterns was initially arrested on suspicion of sexual abuse shortly after Maddie’s body was discovered, and indictment on first‑degree murder charges followed two months later  . As police review the secluded wooded area where Maddie was found, detectives are also digging into digital evidence, including Sterns’ phone and online activity  . We break down his emotional tone—his detachment, his tone of denial—and how it contrasts sharply with the anguish of the grieving family and a community in shock. Sterns’ initial framing of the incident as “snapping” hints at admission of guilt, but also reveals scapegoating behavior.By exploring public records and the content of that first call, this episode lays the groundwork for deeper psychological insight into Sterns, while assessing how his statements will affect legal strategy and public perception. Join us for the first step into the shocking audio evidence.Hashtags:#JusticeForMaddie #StephanSterns #JailCallPart1 #TrueCrimeRevealed #MaddieSotoWant to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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  Could This Judge’s Decision Free Stephan Sterns Maddie Soto Case Takes Unexpected Turn 30.04.2025 22m

  Could This Judge’s Decision Free Stephan Sterns Maddie Soto Case Takes Unexpected TurnIn a stunning courtroom twist, accused murderer Stephan Sterns takes the stand himself during a high-stakes hearing, claiming investigators illegally searched his phone. At stake is crucial evidence prosecutors describe as chillingly graphic—a detailed digital record that could decisively prove Sterns’ alleged systematic abuse and murder of 13-year-old Maddie Soto. As Sterns battles to keep this disturbing evidence from jurors, prosecutors double down, pushing toward the death penalty in a case that has shocked the community. Dive deep into the dramatic courtroom showdown, uncover the chilling forensic discoveries, and explore how a judge's upcoming decision could dramatically alter the pursuit of justice for Maddie Soto.#StephanSterns #MaddieSoto #TrueCrime #CourtroomDrama #DigitalEvidence #JusticeForMaddie #CrimeDocumentary #TrialCoverage #LegalBattle #TrueCrimeUpdateWant to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 11: Final Reflections on Madeline Soto’s Death – A Family Broken 11.04.2025 20m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 11: Final Reflections on Madeline Soto’s Death – A Family BrokenThis final call is intimate, painful, and emotionally overwhelming. Stephan reflects on what he’s lost — including Madeline Soto — though even now, he stops short of accountability.His mother expresses her unwavering love. His father sounds exhausted. This is a family at the end of its rope, trying to hold on to something human in the aftermath of something inhuman.The Madeline Soto murder case ends in silence. Not with answers — but with echoes.#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #FinalCall #TrueCrimeReflections #ParentalLove #JusticeForMadeline #BrokenFamily #JailhouseAudioWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 10: “When I Get Out…” – Fantasies After Madeline Soto’s Death 10.04.2025 18m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 10: “When I Get Out…” – Fantasies After Madeline Soto’s DeathStephan Sterns talks about what he’ll do when he’s released — start a trust fund, get a job, rebuild. But here’s the catch: he’s facing the death penalty in the murder of Madeline Soto.This call is surreal, heart-wrenching, and filled with impossible hope. His parents play along, not because they believe, but because they love.This conversation reveals the fragile fantasy of future in the face of irreversible loss — and the staggering emotional toll of the Madeline Soto murder case.#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #DeathPenalty #JailhouseFantasy #TrueCrimeTragedy #JusticeForMadeline #FalseHope #MurderCaseWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 9: “Were You Abused?” – Parents Search for Answers in Madeline Soto Case 09.04.2025 18m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 9: “Were You Abused?” – Parents Search for Answers in Madeline Soto CaseThis is one of the most heartbreaking and revealing calls in the series. Stephan’s mother, choking back emotion, asks the question many parents fear but feel compelled to ask: “Were you ever abused?”She’s searching. For answers. For blame. For something that explains how her son could be involved in something as devastating as the murder of Madeline Soto.Stephan gives vague, unclear answers about early experiences, but nothing conclusive. This call dives into the psychology of trauma, and how families try to rewrite their history to survive the present.#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #JailhouseCalls #ChildhoodTrauma #ParentalGrief #TrueCrimeInvestigation #JusticeForMadeline #AbuseAndCrimeWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 8: Puppies, Root Beer & the Shadow of Madeline Soto’s Murder 08.04.2025 19m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 8: Puppies, Root Beer & the Shadow of Madeline Soto’s MurderWhile his mother tends to a dog giving birth, Stephan talks about root beer barrel candy, commissary price hikes, and snack strategy. You’d never guess this is a man accused of murdering a 13-year-old girl.But that’s what makes this call so unsettling. It’s quiet. Casual. And profoundly disturbing. Because in the background of this light conversation is the death of Madeline Soto — a tragedy no one can face directly.This is what emotional dissociation sounds like. And it’s chilling.#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #TrueCrimeCalls #CandyAndCrime #PuppyWatch #JailhouseRoutine #JusticeForMadeline #CapitalCaseWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 7: Religious Reflection or Avoidance? Faith & the Madeline Soto Case 07.04.2025 18m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 7: Religious Reflection or Avoidance? Faith & the Madeline Soto CaseIn Call 7, Stephan turns heavily to scripture. He talks about Exodus, redemption, forgiveness — but not about Madeline Soto. His mother references Romans. His father jokes about vending machine coffee. It’s a coping mechanism, a refuge in routine and belief.But the deeper truth is this: faith, in this moment, isn’t helping anyone face reality. It’s being used to explain away what happened to Madeline Soto without ever saying her name.This episode asks: is faith helping this family heal? Or is it helping them avoid the darkest parts of the truth?#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #FaithAndCrime #BibleInJail #TrueCrimePsychology #Avoidance #ReligiousDenial #JusticeForMadelineWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 6: Death Penalty Confirmed in Madeline Soto Murder – Family in Crisis 06.04.2025 19m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 6: Death Penalty Confirmed in Madeline Soto Murder – Family in CrisisThis call begins with a cold, clinical announcement from Stephan: “They’re seeking the death penalty.” His tone is serene, disturbingly so. His parents, though visibly shaken, try to stay calm — but you can hear the heartbreak crack through.Stephan explains that his attorneys are assembling a team. His mother distracts herself by cooking ravioli. His father begins thinking through legal paperwork. But the shadow of death — and the death of Madeline Soto — looms over everything.This conversation reveals a terrifying truth: this isn’t just a murder case. It’s a possible execution. And this family is trying to survive the unbearable weight of it.#MadelineSoto #DeathPenalty #StephanSterns #JailhouseCalls #CapitalMurder #ParentalGrief #JusticeForMadeline #TrueCrimePodcastWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 5: Saltines and Silence – Life Inside While Facing Madeline Soto Murder Charges 05.04.2025 19m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 5: Saltines and Silence – Life Inside While Facing Madeline Soto Murder ChargesHow does someone accused of murdering a child talk about saltine crackers and reading glasses as if nothing happened? That’s exactly what unfolds in this surreal fifth call between Stephan Sterns and his parents. As his parents express financial stress and emotional fatigue, Stephan discusses his favorite jail snacks, mackerel cans, and silicone chess pieces.Beneath the surface, there are flickers of something deeper. Stephan mentions “regret” — though it's unclear whether it’s for the crime, the consequences, or just being caught.The case of Madeline Soto continues to hang over everything, unspoken and massive. His parents are still trying to hold their son close while reality pushes him further away.#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #JailhouseConversations #TrueCrimeSurrealism #MurderCharges #FamilyGrief #SaltinesAndGuilt #JusticeForMadelineWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 4: Parents Push Back Against Madeline Soto Allegations and Online Attacks 04.04.2025 34m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 4: Parents Push Back Against Madeline Soto Allegations and Online AttacksCall 4 shows a family under siege. Stephan’s parents begin attacking former roommates and YouTubers who have come forward with disturbing claims. They’re furious — not at Stephan, but at those who say they saw warning signs. As the Madeline Soto case gains national attention, his parents begin to defend his character and question the motives of anyone who dares to speak out.But Stephan doesn’t deny much. Instead, he calmly confirms some details, counters others, and maintains his innocence in a way that feels rehearsed. His parents spiral into conspiracy, suggesting that people are out for attention or money.This call isn’t just about blame — it’s about self-preservation. And the Madeline Soto murder case is becoming more than just a legal battle. It’s turning into a public unraveling.#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #JusticeForMadeline #FamilyUnderFire #OnlineSleuths #TrueCrimeDebate #JailCalls #ParentalDefense #MurderTrialWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 3: "I Didn’t Know She Was Gone" – Chilling Details in Madeline Soto’s Death 03.04.2025 34m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 3: "I Didn’t Know She Was Gone" – Chilling Details in Madeline Soto’s DeathThis call is a turning point. Stephan Sterns tells his parents that he didn’t realize Madeline Soto had died until hours after it happened. He speaks about discovering her cold body with an alarming lack of emotion. He blames being “up and down” during the night, leaving the room, wandering around, and never checking on her until it was far too late.His father quietly presses for details, trying to understand how something so horrifying could happen without Stephan noticing. The responses are murky, defensive, and incomplete. Stephan paints himself as a witness to tragedy — not a participant. But the facts suggest otherwise.This call is when the veil starts to lift. The cracks in Stephan’s version of events begin to show. The weight of Madeline Soto’s murder finally begins to press down on his family.#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #JailCalls #TrueCrimePodcast #ChillingConfession #FamilyGrief #JusticeForMadeline #MurderInvestigation Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 2: Autopsy Report Details & Internet Allegations in Madeline Soto Case 02.04.2025 19m

  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 2: Autopsy Report Details & Internet Allegations in Madeline Soto CaseCall 2 picks up with Stephan Sterns sounding calm and upbeat, despite being in jail for the murder of Madeline Soto. He brings up the autopsy report — not in fear, but with a disturbing degree of detachment. His mother quickly shuts down further discussion, likely sensing how legally dangerous any comment could be.Meanwhile, Stephan’s father reveals rumors that are now spreading online. Former roommates, dark web activity, disturbing internet searches — all reportedly linked to Stephan. The family begins discussing his items, like a watch hidden in a toy box, as if those physical things could restore normalcy.But the horror of the Madeline Soto murder case creeps into every sentence. This call reveals a family teetering between denial and emotional collapse, searching for something — anything — that makes this nightmare make sense.#StephanSterns #MadelineSoto #DarkWeb #AutopsyReport #JailhouseCalls #TrueCrimeCommunity #InternetSleuths #JusticeForMadeline #FamilyDenial  Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 
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  Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 1: Parents React in Shock to Madeline Soto Murder Charge 01.04.2025 17m

  In this emotionally raw first jailhouse phone call, Stephan Sterns reaches out to his parents following his arrest for the murder of 13-year-old Madeline Soto. His voice is calm — too calm — as he explains that he’s been moved between jail pods and placed on lockdown, casually mentioning that he missed his mother’s birthday. Then, in a moment that stops everything cold, he tells them about the first-degree murder charge.What follows is a gut-wrenching conversation in which Stephan's parents oscillate between disbelief, confusion, and protective instinct. Stephan downplays the accusations, stating that they’re “artificially inflating” charges. His parents, clearly struggling, begin clinging to logistics — looking for his social security card, discussing paperwork, and mentioning future birthdays he might not be there for.This is the beginning of a horrifying journey. The beginning of Madeline Soto’s story, told from the inside.#TrueCrime #MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #JailhouseCalls #MurderInvestigation #FamilyInDenial #TrueCrimePodcast #JusticeForMadeline #JailCallsWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  I Found Her Like That Jailhouse Calls Expose Stephan Sterns' Shifting Story In Soto Case 25.03.2025 13m

  "I Found Her Like That": Jailhouse Calls Expose Stephan Sterns' Shifting Story In Soto CaseSTEPHAN STERNS: “I wish I had run downstairs and shaken her awake and called 911 and all that.”That line—staggering in its simplicity—is one of the first real cracks in the story Stephan Sterns has told from the very beginning. It came during a jailhouse call with his parents, and it was a total deviation from what he’s claimed all along: that he dropped off 13-year-old Madeline Soto at school the morning of February 26, 2024, and never saw her again.But now, months after his arrest, locked in the Osceola County jail and speaking a little too freely, Sterns admitted something huge—he found Madeline’s body. He was there. He saw her face, her blue lips. Her ice-cold skin.His words were calm, almost rehearsed. Like he was recounting a scene in a book he’d read, not describing the death of a child he'd allegedly assaulted and murdered.“She had gone to be with me earlier in the night,” he told his father. “But I’d left her alone for quite a while... By the time I realized it was far too late... she was past the point of no return.”That’s the first time Sterns has publicly acknowledged being in the same house with Madeline at the time of her death. It’s also the first time he’s stopped pretending he wasn’t.In these four hours of recorded jail calls—recently obtained by Court TV—we hear Sterns move from denial to vague admissions, surrounded by justifications, sidesteps, and increasingly disturbing commentary. It’s like eavesdropping on a man who can’t quite decide whether he wants to clear his name or just shift the blame somewhere more convenient.The calls, made about three months after his arrest, are with his parents—Debra and Chris Sterns. And while they start off as the kind of supportive, if awkward, chats you’d expect from shell-shocked parents trying to hold it together, they quickly devolve into something else: uncomfortable reminders of what Stephan Sterns is accused of.When they bring up the digital evidence—the sexually explicit images of Madeline found on his phone—his response isn’t what you’d expect from someone who claims innocence. When asked directly if he’s attracted to minors, he doesn’t say no. He says he isn’t “generally” attracted to them. He adds that he can’t say more without incriminating himself.Then he makes this chilling remark: that Madeline had “feelings” for him. And that her mother, Jenn Soto, used to joke: “You better not leave me for my daughter when she’s older.”Jenn Soto hasn’t been charged with anything related to Madeline’s abuse or death. She says she didn’t know it was happening. But she did allow her daughter to sleep in the same bed as Sterns, something she’s admitted.Sterns’ calls are full of odd priorities. While facing over 60 counts of sexual abuse, capital murder, and possession of child sexual abuse material, he spends a surprising amount of time venting about itchy blankets, bad coffee, and jailhouse ants. He’s worried about the effects of jail on his skin. He complains about anxiety meds, wants better lotion for his worry lines, and he misses his collectible purple dragon popcorn bucket.He’s genuinely concerned about the whereabouts of his “mouse droid”—a Star Wars-themed toy—and gets so irritated trying to explain what it is that he tells his parents to just “Google it.”Then there’s the coffee. Coffee is crucial.“Coffee is very comforting,” he says. “Every time I drink a cup of coffee it releases all types of happy chemicals in my brain.”He asks for Michael Crichton novels, toiletries, hard candies. His mother draws the line at “Pet Sematary” because she didn’t like the story.The emotional whiplash in these calls is constant—one minute, Sterns is waxing poetic about the joys of instant coffee, and the next, he’s defending himself from the kind of charges that can end in a needle. His parents plead with him to read the Bible. He tells them he’s not a monster. He cries at movies. He’s a good person, he insists.“I know I’m not bad, evil or a monster,” he says. “I couldn’t have done it.”But then, he admits: “Murder one is about as bad as it can get. And the death penalty is about as extreme as it can go.”And a moment later: “I guess that’s not so bad, right? You go to sleep, and then you go to heaven.”It’s the kind of thing you say when you’ve already accepted what’s coming.Sterns’ legal journey is far from over. His first trial—for the sex abuse charges—is scheduled for May. The murder trial is set for September. Earlier this week, his defense team tried to get the judge to bar media and the public from pre-trial hearings, claiming that the coverage is prejudicial. The judge says a decision is coming within 10 days.But with jailhouse calls like these—where the defendant admits to finding the victim’s body, where he dances around horrifying evidence, and where his biggest concern is coffee and collectibles—it may not be the press that paints the clearest picture of Stephan Sterns.#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #TrueCrimePodcast #JailhouseTapesWant to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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  “She Was Ice Cold” – The Chilling Phone Call That Changed the Maddie Soto Case 24.03.2025 29m

  In this gripping deep dive, we explore the disturbing details surrounding the murder of 13-year-old Madeline “Maddie” Soto and the man accused of killing her—Stephan Sterns. Through newly released 2025 jailhouse phone calls between Sterns and his parents, we hear the chilling moment he admits to finding Maddie’s lifeless body and discusses her death in hauntingly casual terms. With the public now hearing his voice for the first time, Sterns' words paint a disturbing picture of regret, denial, and a fatal awareness of the death penalty he may soon face. This episode examines how those calls flipped the case upside down.We’ll also break down the latest forensic evidence revealed by investigators, including the cadaver dog alert in Sterns’ car and surveillance footage that prosecutors say disproves his original alibi. Combined with the digital evidence pulled from Sterns’ phone and Google accounts—allegedly containing years of sexually abusive material involving Maddie—the case against him has only grown stronger. Hear how the prosecution is building a timeline they believe proves premeditated murder and how Sterns’ own shifting story may be his downfall.Finally, we look ahead to the courtroom battles already in motion—from defense motions to suppress key evidence to the fight over whether this capital case should play out in public or behind closed doors. With the murder trial scheduled for later this year and the state pushing hard for the death penalty, the Maddie Soto case continues to unravel in ways no one saw coming. Subscribe now as we bring you inside one of Florida’s most harrowing and high-profile murder investigations.#StephanSterns, #MaddieSoto, #MaddieSotoCase, #JusticeForMaddie, #TrueCrime2025, #FloridaCrime  Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tjFollow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.comThe latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com