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Murder on Songbird Road

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Jade Beasley
Julia Bevely
Alan Berg
Williamson County
Julia Beveley
Illinois
Julia Beverly
True Crime
Marion, Illinois
Renee Hightower
Bone Valley
Jeremy Scott
Corruption
Criminal Justice System
Family Dynamics
Williamson County Courthouse
U.S. Criminal Justice System
Jaden
Michelle Schofield
Denver

Murder on Songbird Road revisits the stabbing death of an 11-year-old girl in Southern Illinois and the subsequent arrest and conviction of her father’s fiancée for the crime. In this series, veteran true-crime host Lauren Bright Pacheco teams up with criminal defense attorney Bob Motta to investigate whether the case—one that tore apart a rural community, sparking controversy, corruption, and ong... more

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In 1987, 18-year-old Michelle Schofield was found dead in a phosphate pit in Florida. Two years later, her husband Leo was convicted and sentenced to life in prison. Fifteen years later, previously unidentified fingerprints matched Jeremy Scott--a vi... more

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Recent Guests

Jeremy Scott
Confessed to killing Michelle Schofield
Episode: Introducing: Bone Valley Season 2
Gilbert King
Son of Jeremy Scott
Episode: Introducing: Bone Valley Season 2
Arthur Larigio
Professor of criminology and psychology at Loyola University, Chicago.
Loyola University
Episode: 9. Judgement
Renee Hightower
Advocate and supporter of Julia Beverly.
Episode: 9. Judgement
Jason Flom
Founding board member of the Innocence Project and co-host/creator of the Wrongful Conviction Podcast series
Innocence Project
Episode: 7. Close Calls
Emily Wurst
Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU of Illinois
ACLU of Illinois
Episode: 5. The Delivery

Host

Lauren Bright Pacheco
Host and journalist, focusing on true crime and investigative reporting.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Murder on Songbird Road

    My review on this take, I believe the lady is innocent and I believe the police dropped the ball big time

    I really enjoyed the thoroughness of you and your coworker to try and get this woman out of jail And I will continue to listen and read all the other ones you have come up as well Thank you very much for peeking my interest even further

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fisherdad2
    Canada2 months ago
  • Obviously Biased

    This type of “true” crime podcast is getting to be more common and it’s very disappointing. This one is so obviously biased towards a wrongful conviction angle that they do a terrible job of trying to show any evidence or even theories of how they might be wrong in their assumption. No devil’s advocate-type of effort. Also it is very boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mccamp82
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I am blown away listening to this podcast. I just cannot get over there being a conviction when there was no evidence. I truly hope there will be a day Julia is exonerated and can be with her children and family again. What an awesome support system she has from everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BNSrn
    United States2 months ago
  • Poor Research and Misleading

    I am a friend of Jade’s biological mother. This podcast is very misleading and obviously guided by Julia’s family. It leaves out much of the very real evidence that there very much was. Many things said in this podcast by her family are simply lies. Julia killed Jade because she was jealous of Michael’s devotion to his daughter. Do not feel pity for someone who stabbed a little girl to death. DNA confirmed it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    trucrimegeek
    United States2 months ago
  • Wonderful yet heartbreaking!

    This has to be one of the most heartbreaking podcasts I have listened to in a long time. Basically no investigation, plus a woman and her family torn away from her children with little explanation. This is so well made, I look forward to updates, hopefully with good news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LincKym
    Australia2 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Many reviews praise the hosts for their investigative depth and commitment to uncovering the truth behind wrongful convictions.
Listeners express deep emotional connections to the narratives, often citing the podcast as enlightening and thought-provoking.
Overall, the series fosters a sense of community among listeners passionate about justice and support for those wrongfully convicted.
Some criticism involves the pacing of episodes and concerns over the amount of advertising.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#32
Israel/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#203
Sweden/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#245
Denmark/True Crime

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11. Closing Arguments
Q: What can you take away from the investigation's outcomes?
The need for transparency in investigation practices and recognition that wrongful convictions can happen due to failures in the system.
11. Closing Arguments
Q: Do you believe she received a fair trial?
No, she did not receive a fair trial, as many factors contributed to a rush to judgment.
7. Close Calls
Q: What did Jason Flom share regarding wrongful convictions?
Jason highlighted the recurring theme of individuals being presumed guilty without concrete evidence, particularly mothers in tragic situations.
7. Close Calls
Q: What were some reasons for connecting Jade's murder to drug activities?
There are rumors suggesting that Jade's murder was tied to drugs, particularly meth, due to the brutality involved.
6. Observations
Q: What do you think was going on?
Michelle believed the prosecution aimed to sway public opinion against Julia by linking her to witchcraft through Nikki, her cousin, which was seen as an attempt to characterize Julie as evil.

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Exploring the tragic murder of an 11-year-old girl in Southern Illinois, this series examines the life-altering consequences of a wrongful conviction. Through a detailed investigation, hosts engage with witnesses, experts, and family members, thoughtfully unraveling the complexities surrounding the case. Particularly notable is the focus on themes of corruption within the judicial system, communal impacts of the crime, and social biases that may have influenced the trial outcome. The combination of firsthand testimonies and legal insights draws in listeners who are passionate about issues related to criminal justice reform and the nuances of guilt and innocence in high-stakes situations.

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2. Gilbert King
3. Arthur Larigio
4. Renee Hightower
5. Jason Flom
6. Emily Wurst

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