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Unheard: True Crime in Their Own Words

Justin Shepherd
Black Dahlia
Elizabeth Short
Los Angeles
George Hodel
Mark Hansen
Sonya Massey
Kidnapping
Robert Red Manley
California
Justice System
Law Enforcement
American Horror Story
Lie Detector Tests
Sean Grayson
Trauma
Cleveland Torso Murders
Chicago
Los Angeles Examiner
Ruth Boulding
Hollywood Canteen

Unheard: True Crime in Their Own Words is a podcast that strips away the sensational headlines and lets the people at the heart of true crime stories speak for themselves. From survivors and families to investigators, journalists, and insiders, these are raw, unfiltered conversations that rarely make it into mainstream coverage.Hosted by Justin Shepherd, a creator and advocate with millions of fol... more

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Gary DeVercelly Jr. was 18 years old with his entire future mapped out.

He was smart, driven, an athlete, and the kind of kid his parents trusted to make good decisions. When fraternities at Rider University began recruiting him, Gary saw something ... more

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Jason Abarca was 19 years old when he disappeared in December 2023 after a series of events that ended with him running into the woods near Winchester, Virginia.

Months later, his remains were found.

But for Jason’s parents, Jennifer and Benito Sot... more

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Seven men have been accused in a civil lawsuit of sexually assaulting a young woman at Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity house. Nearly two years later, questions remain about what happened that night and how the university responded.

For this ... more

Content warning: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault and other potentially disturbing subjects.

Former Miss Switzerland and international model Beatrice Keul sits down with Unheard: True Crime in Their Own Words for an extensive conve... more

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Recent Guests

Julie DeVercelly
Mother of Gary DeVercelly Jr.; advocate for hazing reform
Private citizen
Episode: His Fraternity Put a Backpack on Him Instead of Calling for Help | Gary DeVercelly Jr.
Gary DeVercelly
Father of Gary DeVercelly Jr.; advocate for hazing accountability
Private citizen
Episode: His Fraternity Put a Backpack on Him Instead of Calling for Help | Gary DeVercelly Jr.
Jennifer Soto
Jason Abarca's mother
Family of Jason Abarca
Episode: The Death of Jason Abarca Doesn’t Make Sense
Benito Soto
Jason Abarca's stepfather
Family of Jason Abarca
Episode: The Death of Jason Abarca Doesn’t Make Sense
Dan Catullo
Emmy Award-winning director and filmmaker
Producer/Director (works including 4000 Days, Protect the House, Breathe)
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Seven Men Accused. No Criminal Charges. The Cornell Case and Fraternity Culture | Dan Catullo
Beatrice Keul
Former Miss Switzerland / international model who discusses her experiences involving Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein
Beatrice Keul
Episode: Beatrice Keul: Donald Trump, Jeffrey Epstein & The Story She Waited 30 Years to Tell
Iris Eytan
Former deputy state public defender and longtime criminal defense attorney; founder of Protect Ethical Prosecutors
Protect Ethical Prosecutors
Episode: When Prosecutors Break the Rules: Who Holds Them Accountable? | Iris Eytan
Jessica Vestal
Mother of non-verbal autistic son and survivor advocate
Private individual
Episode: My Nonverbal Son Was Being Abused and Couldn't Tell Me | Jessica Vestal
David Garlock
Survivor of severe abuse and murder case, author, TED Talk speaker, advocate for criminal justice reform and abuse survivors
Advocate/Author
Episode: He Killed His Abuser and Went to Prison | David Garlock

Host

Justin Shepherd
Host of Unheard: True Crime in Their Own Words

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 203 ratings
  • How do we Overturn the Prosecutor accountability issue???

    In Florida! Let me help

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    floridaamanda
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bad sound

    Poor sound quality

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ipshee
    United States2 months ago
  • Concept of the podcast is great but….

    the host never lets their guest speak! He continuously interrupts them with personal anecdotes that don’t relate to what they’re saying and frankly, don’t matter to the case. If you want to give a voice to victims & their families then do so. If you want to make a podcast about yourself and your life, do that instead. I also agree with other reviews- the sound quality is a huge issue. It goes in and out constantly even when the host isn’t interrupting the guest. Difficult to focus on the episode... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ToriKat74
    United States2 months ago
  • Sound quality

    Am I the only one who gets weird sound quality on these audios? It seems like the people he interviews the sound distorts.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nikkidebbaudt
    United States4 months ago
  • David Garlock Episode - Audio issues

    I’m new to this pod and can’t wait to listen to more episodes! However, the audio from the David Garlock episode is super choppy.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Freckles1025
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans highlight depth over headlines and survivor-centered storytelling.
Many appreciation for real stories that aid understanding and advocacy.
Listeners praise the host for giving victims a voice and delivering thoughtful, respectful interviews.
Some note audio quality inconsistencies but still value the content and guests.

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Talking Points

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Beatrice Keul: Donald Trump, Jeffrey Epstein & The Story She Waited 30 Years to Tell
Q: Why is Beatrice sharing her story now, after all these years?
She believes the broader public needs to understand the geopolitical scale and the systemic cover-up, not just a single incident, and to empower other survivors to come forward.
When Prosecutors Break the Rules: Who Holds Them Accountable? | Iris Eytan
Q: What role can the public play in this reform?
Public awareness and ballot engagement are crucial; voters can demand accountability, support campaigns to remove immunity, and encourage lawmakers to act on prosecutorial ethics and reform.
George Floyd’s Uncle on Justice, Rage, and What Changed America
Q: What was George Floyd like as a person beyond the headlines?
Selwyn shares that George was a loving, funny, and family-oriented person who valued humor and connection, and he reflects on how the tragedy reframed public memory of his nephew and highlighted ongoing struggles with mental health and poverty.
The Missing Person Case That Makes No Sense: Bryan Vladek Hasel
Q: How has the community and authorities reacted over the years since Vladek disappeared?
The family describes initial setbacks with detectives, but notes that current detectives are more proactive and collaborative, with advocates and community members playing a critical ongoing role in pursuing leads and organizing outreach.
The Missing Person Case That Makes No Sense: Bryan Vladek Hasel
Q: What is Vladek's sister Bethany hoping listeners will do to help the case?
Bethany asks listeners to resharing Vladek's flyer and story across their networks, contacting the show with any tip or information, and helping spread awareness so that a tip can come from anywhere and potentially lead to new evidence.

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What is Unheard: True Crime in Their Own Words about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers survivors, families, investigators, and experts, offering intimate conversations that foreground firsthand accounts and personal perspectives over sensational coverage. Episodes span abuse, missing persons, criminal justice reform, and high-profile investigations, with a consistent focus on accountability, systemic failures, and the human impact of crime. Notable strengths include survivor-led storytelling, ethical interrogation of difficult topics, and a willingness to tackle complex cases beyond headlines, which can be especially compelling for audiences seeking depth and context. A standout quality is the host's confrontational yet respectful interviewing style that invites guests to tell their stories in their own word... more

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Recent guests on Unheard: True Crime in Their Own Words include:

1. Julie DeVercelly
2. Gary DeVercelly
3. Jennifer Soto
4. Benito Soto
5. Dan Catullo
6. Beatrice Keul
7. Iris Eytan
8. Jessica Vestal

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