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One Degree of Scandalous with Tom Zenner and Kato Kaelin

Tom Zenner
O.J. Simpson
True Crime
Los Angeles
Nicole Brown Simpson
Richard Ramirez
Menendez Brothers
Night Stalker
Serial Killers
Charles Manson
Kato Kaelin
Wonderland Murders
Jeffrey Dahmer
Bronco Chase
DNA Evidence
Sharon Tate
Ron Goldman
LAPD
Idaho Murders
Bryan Kohberger
Ed Gein

One Degree of Scandalous is the go-to destination for direct access to the most infamous True Crime and Pop Culture scandals. The unmatched chemistry of hosts Tom Zenner and Kato Kaelin and their ability to book the most relevant and entertaining guests directly connected with the biggest scandals and crimes of all time is what makes One Degree of Scandalous one of the fastest-growing podcasts in ... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Rosen
News producer and media professional with deep insider perspective on 90s LA crime coverage
KCBS, Celebrity Justice
Episode: How L.A. Media Turned Murder Into Ratings Gold
Kato Kaelin
A guest on the show with firsthand experience in the O.J. Simpson saga
Actor/Entertainer
Episode: Kato Kaelin: “I Think I Screwed Up O.J. Simpson’s Timeline”
Diane Dimond
Investigative reporter and author
Former TV journalist; author; Netflix documentary participant
Episode: She Got Inside the O.J. Simpson Crime Scene — LAPD Left It Unguarded
Wendy Burch
KTLA reporter who covered the Michael Jackson trial
KTLA
Episode: Michael Jackson Was A "Low Baritone"! (Trial Reporter Explains)
Kat Crowder
spent almost seven months in prison in Ohio with Mackenzie Shirilla
Former inmate, Ohio
Episode: Mackenzie Shirilla: The Truth Netflix Hid (The Crash)
Spencer Marks
LAPD veteran; author; security entrepreneur
Former LAPD; Security entrepreneur
Episode: "He's Going to Murder Me" — Nicole Brown Simpson's 1993 Warning
Steve Kramer
A FBI attorney, founder of Indigo Solutions, and the FBI's genetic genealogy expert
Indigo Solutions / FBI
Episode: Why JonBenét’s Killer Is Still Out There (FBI DNA Expert)
Bonnie Ueltzen
Fiancee and later survivor connected to the Golden State Killer case
Survivor, witness
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Chris Myers
Sports broadcaster and interviewer
ESPN (Up Close)
Episode: OJ's Guilty Meltdown Exposed!

Hosts

Tom Zenner
Host of multiple scandal-focused shows with extensive interviewing experience in true crime.
Kato Kaelin
Co-host and long-time fixture in the show; widely recognized from the O.J. Simpson saga.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 191 ratings
  • Great content

    I am obsessed with the OJ Simpson case…I look forward to all the episodes talking about him and Nicole

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vegas2meAmE
    United States4 months ago
  • Fabulous

    Enjoy every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lynnard4x1
    United States4 months ago
  • Adfest

    Great content, but the constant ads take you out of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    F4lenCycl0ps
    United States7 months ago
  • Great show

    The show is really good but the commercials are so loud. Great guests and new info. Kato and Tom are great together!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Violet Daisy5
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pls listen to our advise

    OK, so I would be lying if I said my intense need to understand Ron and Nicole’s murder (and Simpson’s psychological makeup) didn’t bring me here. But I think I’ve reached a saturation point and so has this podcast with that topic.

    There needs to be a centering, cohesive theme to keep listeners. Is it Hollywood scandals past and present? Ok cool, do 2 episodes a week or biweekly alternating from past to present. Help us see the common themes (which are the usual human flaws just amplifiedx10).... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lizzie hizzie
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans appreciate the energetic hosts and deep dives into famous cases.

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How L.A. Media Turned Murder Into Ratings Gold
Q: How did the decision to pay for interviews versus other forms of access influence reporting at the time?
The practice varied; some outlets paid for interviews or photos while others leveraged travel and hotel packages, exposing a broader industry pattern where money could grease access but also raise ethical questions.
How L.A. Media Turned Murder Into Ratings Gold
Q: What was the dynamic like inside KCBS during the OJ trial, and how did it shape future coverage?
There was tremendous pressure to break exclusive material, while balancing legal concerns and the risk of missteps; it showed how critical timing, access, and aggressive coordination with NY-based contacts could shape coverage.
He Caught the Night Stalker. It Nearly Cost Him His Family.
Q: Did you feel that these guys like Ramirez, in their mind, do they think they can get away with this forever?
Richard Ramirez knew he was going to get caught eventually; the pursuit intensified as more help came in and the case closed in on him.
She Got Inside the O.J. Simpson Crime Scene — LAPD Left It Unguarded
Q: What was your initial reaction when you learned the LAPD left the crime scene unguarded?
Diane Dimond explains it was shocking to see the scene unprotected, which allowed reporters to access and document details that many believed should have been secured for a proper investigation.
Kato Kaelin: “I Think I Screwed Up O.J. Simpson’s Timeline”
Q: What was it like driving with O.J. to the McDonald's drive-thru and trying to read what was on his mind?
Kaelin explains that the drive felt tense and calculating, with O.J. displaying control and needing an alibi, while Kaelin stood firm in not lying about their activities.

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This show crafts high-energy conversations around infamous true crime and pop culture scandals, anchored by two veteran hosts who regularly land insightful guests connected to landmark cases. Episodes lean into inside perspectives from law enforcement, investigators, survivors, and reporters, often blending firsthand memories with analyses of media narratives, courtroom dynamics, and the cultural impact of high-profile investigations. Notable strengths include candid storytelling, a strong recurring guest roster, and a lively dynamic between hosts that can yield fresh takes on long-running cases. Potential listeners who crave deep context, expert commentary, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from major scandals are likely to find it especiall... more

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4. Wendy Burch
5. Kat Crowder
6. Spencer Marks
7. Steve Kramer
8. Bonnie Ueltzen

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