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John Meehan
Dirty John
Bravo
Eric Bana
Debra Newell
Connie Britton
Alex Cunningham
Los Angeles Equestrian Center
LA Times
Simon & Schuster
Chopper Reed
Domestic Violence
John Michael Meehan
Los Angeles Times
Orange County
Domestic Abuse
Survival
Terra Newell
Psychological Manipulation
Forgiveness

A true story about seduction, deception, forgiveness, denial, and ultimately, survival. Reported and hosted by Christopher Goffard from the L.A. Times.

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Here is a sneak peak at the new season of another Los Angeles Times Studios podcast called "Crimes of the Times." In the show, L.A. Times staff writer Christopher Goffard revisits old crimes in Los Angeles and beyond, from the famous to the forgotten... more

Pandora’s Box: The Fall of L.A.’s Sheriff is a six-part true crime investigation from the Los Angeles Times about one of the biggest law enforcement scandals in U.S. history.

Follow Pulitzer Prize–winning reporter Christopher Goffard as he uncovers ... more

In the last of three special episodes, Alexandra Cunningham, show-runner of the new Bravo series "Dirty John," offers insight into how she approached the writing of the show and its titular psychopath. Jeffrey Reiner, who directed all eight episodes,... more

In the second of three special episodes, Connie Britton (“Friday Night Lights,” “Nashville”) talks about playing Debra Newell in the new Bravo series, and why the story feels timely. Julia Garner and Juno Temple, who play Newell’s daughters, discuss ... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Baber
Amateur criminologist and self-styled modern-day Sherlock Holmes
Cold Case Consultants of America
Episode: Introducing: Season 4 of Crimes of the Times
Tracy Bonham
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter
Episode: BONUS Dirty John: Live at The Theatre at Ace Hotel
Debra Newell
Survivor of John Meehan and mother of Terra Newell
Episode: BONUS Dirty John: Live at The Theatre at Ace Hotel
Tanya Bales
Former partner of John Meehan
Episode: BONUS Dirty John: Live at The Theatre at Ace Hotel
Terra Newell
Stepdaughter of John Meehan who fought him off
Episode: BONUS Dirty John: Live at The Theatre at Ace Hotel

Host

Christopher Goffard
Host and reporter for the Los Angeles Times; principal journalist behind the series.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • Shame on u

    The quality and production of the show doesn’t matter at all. Taking Tara Newell’s story while cutting her out and using it to make money and fame on her back is disgusting.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MizSinister
    United States25 days ago
  • Enablers

    Interesting true crime with empathic and respectful conversations. As a clinician I miss the investigation of psychopathological aspects concerning the predator as well as some family members enabling him. As a woman I miss spotlighting the misogyny running through the story: Women being abandoned first by their fathers, then by the church system, later betrayed and left unprotected by the legal system and police. The podcast could have been more critical of a society that lets a predator roam, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ruamschaberin
    Germany6 months ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    Great message of domestic violence and the dangers of online dating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Kingsleys
    United States6 months ago

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Fans appreciate the intimate, human focus alongside investigative detail.
Some critics want deeper critique of societal factors and a broader examination of accountability within institutions.
Listeners praise rigorous reporting and survivor-centered storytelling.

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Apple Podcasts
#225
United States/True Crime
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#247
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#233
Italy/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#46
Brazil/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#83
Poland/True Crime
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#154
Belgium/True Crime

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Ep 4: Forgiveness
Q: What did you make of that?
He displayed repentance and went to church, showing signs of wanting to change.
Ep 4: Forgiveness
Q: Did he beg you to take her back?
Yes, he pleaded and said that he can't live without me and he's in love with me.

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What is Dirty John about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This true-crime narrative blends investigative reporting with intimate survivor stories, focusing on manipulation, domestic violence, and systemic questions around accountability in law enforcement and the justice system. Episodes skew toward character-driven examinations of perpetrators and victims, plus behind-the-scenes looks at how a major media project unfolds from interviews to production choices. A standout aspect is the blending of long-form journalism with dramatized, personal perspectives that deepen the emotional impact while keeping investigative elements central for listeners who enjoy thoughtful, complex true crime.

The show is particularly notable for its sustained focus on vulnerability, resilience, and the broader societal... more

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