Legally Brunette

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• Killer Thriller: The Real Reason Joe Berlinger Cast Zac Efron as Ted Bundy 05.07.2026 32min

  Did Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile glamorize Ted Bundy or expose the uncomfortable truth about one of history's most notorious serial killers? Acclaimed filmmaker Joe Berlinger addresses the criticism head-on. He explains why Zac Efron was the only choice to play Ted Bundy, why audiences were supposed to feel uncomfortable, and what the controversy says about the way we judge evil.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Happy Fourth of July! 30.06.2026 10min

  We’re taking the week off to celebrate the 4th of July with our friends and family. We hope you all have a fun and safe holiday! Tune in next week for more episodes of Legally Brunette & ‘Til Death Do Us Part.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller: Fireworks, Freak Accidents and Fourth of July Murders 28.06.2026 16min

  Killer Thriller Docu host Jenn Fessler joins Elisa Donovan to swap unforgettable Fourth of July mishaps before diving into some of the holiday's most haunting true crime stories. From random acts of violence and manipulative con artists to suspicious husbands and enduring mysteries, they explore the real-life cases forever linked to the Fourth of July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• End of Month Recap: Taylor Parker, Mackenzie Shirilla, Anna Kepner & More 28.06.2026 31min

  Emily and Shane are recapping the most intriguing cases from this month's true crime lineup and giving you up-to-date information on all of them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller Docu: Diane Dimond broke the news of the Michael Jackson allegations - now she's taking us inside the trial she covered from Day One 27.06.2026 56min

  With the release of the new Netflix documentary Michael Jackson: The Verdict, alongside renewed attention around the biopic Michael, public fascination with the case has surged once again. More than two decades after Michael Jackson was acquitted on all charges, the allegations, the trial, the media coverage, and his lasting legacy continue to sharply divide public opinion. Investigative journalist Diane Dimond, one of the first reporters to break coverage of the 1993 allegations, unpacks the case and its aftermath, drawing on decades of reporting across multiple trials, books, and documentaries. She takes listeners inside what it was like covering the courtroom in real time—from the shifting testimony and powerful defense strategies to the moments that shaped how the jury saw the case. She also breaks down what she believes is still missing from how the story has been told, and why the context inside the courtroom continues to fuel debate decades later.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller: Danny Strong Says the Company Behind OxyContin Tried to Change His Mind 25.06.2026 28min

  What happens when a television series takes on one of the most powerful companies in America Danny reveals how representatives connected to the company behind OxyContin tried to convince him he had the facts wrong and shares what he learned while investigating the people, decisions, and corporate practices that helped fuel the opioid epidemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Analyzing the Trial of Michael Jackson 23.06.2026 58min

  Michael Jackson’s criminal trial is receiving renewed interest after the new Netflix documentary, “Michael Jackson: The Verdict”. Emily’s opinion may surprise you… Did “The King of Pop” sexually abuse children? Was the evidence presented by the prosecution enough to sway her and Shane?  Plus, is Michael Jackson still alive?! Were his psychological issues the reason he wanted to hang out with young boys? Was this all just a money grab? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller: The Dopesick Story that broke America’s heart with Danny Strong 21.06.2026 31min

  A drug marketed as safe. Doctors who trusted the science. Families torn apart by addiction. Dopesick pulled back the curtain on the opioid epidemic and the devastating consequences that followed. Danny Strong discusses the investigation, the victims, and the shocking truths behind one of television's most powerful true-crime dramas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - A Burned Body & One Surviving Tooth 21.06.2026 22min

  When Zachariah Rasch shot his wife in the head, burned her body, and impersonated her for days after her death, what did he expect the outcome to be? How did investigators identify his wife, Crystal, by a single tooth? When Zachariah took the stand at his own trial, what was his defense? Did the jury see through him, or did he walk away a free man? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller: If You’re Not watching Maternal Instinct, Here’s Why You Have To 20.06.2026 34min

  From notorious killers and headline-making scandals to the unsettling twists of Maternal Instinct, Elisa Donovan and Jenn Fessler swap their latest obsessions and explore the dark stories that captivate us, haunt us, and keep us hitting next episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller: The True Story That Made Jennie Garth Fear for Her Own Daughters 18.06.2026 25min

  A teenage girl disappears...left for dead in the woods by a trusted teacher. Against impossible odds and a harrowing thirty-hour ordeal, she survives. Jennie Garth discusses the emotional toll of portraying Ashley Reeves' mother, why the story hit especially hard as a mom of three daughters, and the scene that left her shaken long after filming ended.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Legally Brunette: Kill A Friend, Steal Her Baby - Taylor Parker 16.06.2026 42min

  Taylor Parker lied consistently throughout life, claiming she had chronic illnesses and multi-million dollar inheritances being kept from her. But there was one, final lie that led Taylor to death row. How did a prosthetic baby bump and a fake 10-month pregnancy lead to her murdering her friend and kidnapping her unborn baby? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller: Kelly Taylor Never Faced a Storyline This Dark. Jennie Garth Revisits One of Her Most Haunting Roles. 14.06.2026 27min

  Long before true crime became an obsession, Jennie Garth took on one of the darkest roles of her career: a young woman who suffered years of abuse before being accused of orchestrating her husband's murder. Jennie revisits the controversial story and admits that even after all these years, she still has questions about where the truth begins and ends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Legally Brunette Presents: 'Til Death Do Us Part - Murder Trial on Island Time 14.06.2026 34min

  Lindsay Shiver: former beauty queen, cheerleader and wife to football player Robert Shiver, allegedly used her Bahamian lover to try and murder Robert while he was on vacation... Is there a "smoking gun" in this conspiracy to commit murder, or is it unlikely that any of the suspects will be convicted?! How has Bahamian law already influenced the case? What has been Lindsay's biggest complaint throughout this process?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller: Docu: A Fake Pregnancy, a Web of Lies, and a Fatal Crime. How Taylor Parker’s deception shocked a Texas community 13.06.2026 37min

  This week Jenn sits down with Maternal Instinct director Jessica Dimmock to discuss the shocking true story of Taylor Parker, a young Texas woman whose elaborate web of deception spiraled into one of the most disturbing crimes in recent memory. Together, Jenn and Jessica delve into Parker’s years of lies, the unanswered questions surrounding her motivations, and the devastating impact the crime had on Reagan Hancock’s family and community. They also explore the challenges of telling such a sensitive story, the red flags that many people noticed but struggled to act upon, and the deeper themes of motherhood, manipulation, intuition, and trust.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller: The Scene From The Matthew Shepard Story Shane Meier Still Can't Talk About 11.06.2026 45min

  Actor Shane Meier opens up about the emotional and physical toll of portraying Matthew Shepard, one of America's most infamous hate-crime victims. He revisits the murder that shocked the world and shares memories of the brutal assault scenes that still haunt him, the responsibility of telling a real family's story, and why he remains deeply connected to Matthew's legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• The Christine Russo Interview: “The Crash” & Losing Her Brother 09.06.2026 36min

  Christine Russo is speaking out against Mackenzie Shirilla and the Netflix documentary “The Crash” that covered her little brother’s murder. Why does she wish the documentary was never made? What can she tells us about Dominic that we didn’t see in the film?  Plus, what law is Christine working to revise in Ohio? How will it affect Mackenzie Shirilla’s current lifestyle?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller: The Weirdest Things Scott Peterson Did After Laci Vanished 07.06.2026 21min

  Court TV's Ted Rowlands walks through the strange behavior, controversial evidence, and unforgettable moments that defined the Scott Peterson case. From life inside the courtroom to the details jurors couldn't ignore, Ted explains why so many people believed Scott's own behavior worked against him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Legally Brunette Presents: ‘Til Death Do Us Part - Teresa Sievers’ Murder For Hire 07.06.2026 27min

  When Dr. Teresa Sievers was murdered with a hammer in her home, her husband Marc seemed to have an air-tight alibi. But, when police were tipped off and told to look at Marc’s childhood best friend, who had the nickname “Hammer”, things started to fall into place.  How did police finally realize that Marc orchestrated the whole thing? How did he act when police questioned him? Was he sentenced to death for his crimes?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Killer Thriller Docu: A Father’s Fight Against Hazing and the Film Bringing the Crisis to Light 06.06.2026 40min

  In this powerful episode, Jenn sits down with Gary DeVercelly, whose son Gary Jr. tragically died in a fraternity hazing incident nearly 20 years ago, and Daniel, director of the new documentary film 4000, premiering next week at the Tribeca Film Festival. They discuss the devastating realities of hazing culture, the silence that protects it, and the families who have turned unimaginable loss into a movement for change. Through Gary’s personal story and Daniel’s reporting, the conversation explores why awareness must start long before college and how breaking the cycle of hazing “tradition” could save lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.