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Legally Brunette

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True Crime
Menendez Brothers
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Sean Combs
Karen Read
Amanda Knox
NXIVM
Blake Lively
Gabby Petito
Sex Trafficking
Clayton Echard
John O'keefe
Murder
Bryan Kohberger
Justin Baldoni
Ruby Franke
Betty Broderick
False Accusation
Amy Bradley
Cassie Ventura

Emily Simpson may bring the receipts on RHOC, but in her podcast “Legally Brunette” Emily and her attorney husband Shane bring the cold hard evidence. Backed by their respective law degrees, Emily and Shane pick apart the true crime stories you can’t get enough of!

Whether you believe the defense or the prosecution, they explain the charges, the counts, the plea deals, and the appeals! From high ... more

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Diane Dimond
Investigative journalist who broke the MJ allegations story
Media/Journalism
Episode: 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
Danny Strong
Creator, writer, and executive producer of Dopesick
Dopesick
Episode: Killer Thriller: The Dopesick Story that broke America’s heart with Danny Strong
Jennie Garth
Actress who played Lori Kellogg in Lies of the Heart
Episode: Killer Thriller: Kelly Taylor Never Faced a Storyline This Dark. Jennie Garth Revisits One of Her Most Haunting Roles.
Jessica Dimmock
Award-winning filmmaker behind the documentary
Director, Maternal Instinct (documentary)
Episode: Killer Thriller: Docu: A Fake Pregnancy, a Web of Lies, and a Fatal Crime. How Taylor Parker’s deception shocked a Texas community
Christine Russo
Older sister of Dominic Russo, featured in The Crash
Family of Dominic Russo
Episode: The Christine Russo Interview: “The Crash” & Losing Her Brother
Daniel Catullo
Director of the documentary 4,000 Days
Director of 4,000 Days
Episode: Killer Thriller Docu: A Father’s Fight Against Hazing and the Film Bringing the Crisis to Light
Gary DeVercelly
Advocate whose son died in a fraternity hazing incident
Episode: Killer Thriller Docu: A Father’s Fight Against Hazing and the Film Bringing the Crisis to Light
Ted Rowlands
Veteran court TV journalist who covered the Scott Peterson case from the start
Court TV
Episode: Killer Thriller: Something was OFF about Scott Peterson and Court TV's Ted Rowlands knew it!
Bonnie Bartlett
Emmy-winning actress who played Bundy's mother Louise in The Deliberate Stranger
Actress
Episode: Killer Thriller: The Ted Bundy Mystery That Still Haunts People

Hosts

Elisa Donovan
Host with a background in legal proceedings and true crime analysis; provides guiding questions and legal context.
Emily Simpson
Co-host; law-informed host who researches cases and presents evidence-based perspectives.
Shane
Co-host; attorney; provides legal context, courtroom insight, and reactions.
Jennifer Fessler
Guest and occasional host; contributes investigative and interview-style insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Update

    Can you do an update on the Lively/Baldoni case since its finished now? I’d love to hear the legal aspects of it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blg8350
    United States10 days ago
  • C Montgomery

    Theory: she was familiar with the house and could have easily grabbed the ax first and attacked . There are killers who do not bring weapons with them and instead grab a kitchen knife or something in the houses. This coupled with the fact that she only had wounds in her forehead and foot. To me that could be as a result of swinging the ax and momentarily losing control over the ax during the 41 swings. Great episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M7TG
    United States11 days ago
  • Candi's Injuries

    I think it is clear that it was not premeditated however I feel as though it is far more likely that Candi's wounds were self inflicted. Usually in a viscous crime of passion, the perpetrator does sustain injuries. This would also explain the fact that one was on her toe and one was on her head, probably from a swinging motion. Someone in self defense does not clean up, go to that extent and then lie to cover it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kyme R.
    United States12 days ago
  • Love

    I love this podcast. Listening to the Michael Jackson episode. I’ve gone on the deep dive on him and haven’t watched the movie. I did watch the documentary that tried to portray him as guilty. There is just no way he was guilty of this. It was so sad what everyone did to him the last years of his life. Anyways you guys need to post more podcasts. Love listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lilybee**
    United States22 days ago
  • Love it

    Such a great podcast. Emily and her husband (just Shane) Lol….have great chemistry and banter. I love Shane’s funny dry sense of humor. Emily has so much knowledge and smart’s. Even though they are talking true crime they keep it fresh and interesting..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tina A Torres
    United States23 days ago

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#43
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#57
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#68
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#63
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#105
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#30
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Killer Thriller: Kelly Taylor Never Faced a Storyline This Dark. Jennie Garth Revisits One of Her Most Haunting Roles.
Q: Did you know anything about it before you signed on, about the actual case?
No. I had done a lot of research and studying of, as much studying of her as I could. I wanted to go visit her in jail, but I was not allowed to.
Killer Thriller: The Dopesick Story that broke America’s heart with Danny Strong
Q: Why did you choose to center the story around certain investigations and doctors as the backbone of the series?
The creator explains structuring the narrative around investigations and a physician-patient arc to blend thriller elements with a human, medical perspective on addiction and the human cost of the crisis.
Killer Thriller: The Dopesick Story that broke America’s heart with Danny Strong
Q: For people who don't know much about it, how would you explain who the Sacklers are and how they became associated with this crisis?
The Sacklers are a family who owned Purdue Pharma; the interview discusses how their leadership and aggressive marketing, backed by data that claimed addiction was rare, played a central role in the opioids crisis and how that narrative was later challenged as the truth about addiction and the drug's addictiveness emerged.
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
Q: How did you approach reporting on a case that was so emotionally charged for the public?
I focused on presenting factual chronology, corroborated testimony, and the wider context of how cases like this unfold in the justice system, while acknowledging the emotional intensity for everyone involved.
Killer Thriller Docu: A Father’s Fight Against Hazing and the Film Bringing the Crisis to Light
Q: Tell me one pivotal moment in your journey that shows how the documentary and the advocacy work converged to push for real change.
Gary and Julie describe confronting lawmakers on Capitol Hill and using the film to illustrate the urgency, culminating in strategic efforts to push for national legislation and transparency measures despite resistance from established fraternity organizations.

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What is Legally Brunette about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A hybrid true-crime analysis show that combines legal insight with candid banter between a married couple who bring formal training in law to discuss high-profile cases, courtroom strategy, and ongoing legal developments. Episodes frequently thread together case updates with deeper context on charges, trials, and broader systemic issues, often looping in related media coverage and investigative reporting. The host duo leans into accessible explanations of legal concepts while peppering discussions with humor and personal perspectives, making complex trials feel relatable. A standout aspect is the sustained emphasis on accountability in the justice system, plus a willingness to explore updates, retrials, and reform efforts across a wide rang... more

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1. Diane Dimond
2. Danny Strong
3. Jennie Garth
4. Jessica Dimmock
5. Christine Russo
6. Daniel Catullo
7. Gary DeVercelly
8. Ted Rowlands

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