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Trace of Suspicion

NBC News
Arsenic
Cindy Sommer
San Diego
Todd Sommer
San Diego, United States
Isla Morada
Palm Beach County
Trial / Prosecution
Forensic Toxicology
NCIS
Florida
United States Marine Corps
Armed Forces Institute Of Pathology
Blood/forensic Evidence
Prosecutorial Misconduct

After seemingly healthy 23-year-old Marine Todd Sommer dies unexpectedly, his widow Cindy’s lavish spending, cosmetic surgery, and wild partying raise investigators’ suspicions. They accuse her of poisoning him with arsenic for his life insurance, setting off a criminal case that takes a stunning turn... Josh Mankiewicz sits down with the woman at the center of it all in Dateline’s newest podcast.... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes7Founded3 months ago
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True Crime

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A fresh look at the evidence leads to an almost unimaginable twist.

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The jury speaks out, a new lawyer steps in, and the case heads in a new direction.

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A trial. A legal blunder. And a lot of dirty laundry.

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New evidence in Todd’s death leads to a theory of motive.

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Recent Guests

Laura Gunn
Prosecutor in the case
San Diego District Attorney's Office
Episode: The Big Reach
Bob Udell
Former defense attorney for Cindy Sommer
Udell & Bloom (as referenced in episode)
Episode: The Big Reach
Alan Bloom
Cindy Sommer's appellate attorney
Bloom & Bloom (as referenced)
Episode: The Big Reach
Linda Godoy
Juror shouted by the juror voices
Juror
Episode: The Big Reach
Cindy Sommer
Subject of the case, accused of murder
Sommer family case
Episode: Smoke and Mirrors
Dan Pease
Former husband of Cindy Sommer, interviewee
Former spouse of Cindy Sommer
Episode: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

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Josh Mankiewicz
Host of Trace of Suspicion

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 357 ratings
  • Good

    Not Josh’s best work but he’s always worth listening to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ponca boy
    United Statesa month ago
  • .

    Great music, with some interviews in-between.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    lit watch
    United Statesa month ago
  • More great Dateline content

    Josh does a great job telling this story that I had never heard before. Intriguing and interesting, it will hold your attention!

    Audible
    5
    S. Jensen
    United Statesa month ago
  • Trust, or lack of, in authority

    Well done reporting, including testing and prosecutorial mistakes. At least Cindy’s first attorney acknowledged his mistakes. I can’t get my head around the San Diego County DA refusing to acknowledge her department’s mistakes in spite of the outright contradictory evidence— no different than other leaders in our current government, or in times past, as shown in history and by other investigative reporting. The facts are usually given a “contradictory spin,” like politicians. Definitely listen ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    USA Mknitter
    United Statesa month ago
  • Recommend

    People, listen to the whole podcast before you make judgments. For those mad at the misogyny, it gets better and you’ll be happy by the end. For those complaining about the subscription - you know you can just wait a week for it to be free?

    Josh is my favorite of the Dateline hosts. They’re all great but there’s something about the way he tells a story - he seems the most down to earth and empathetic.

    I’m glad Dateline is telling a story of someone who was wrongfully accused and was eventuall... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Glo3489
    United Statesa month ago

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#180
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#26
United States/True Crime
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#112
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#26
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#35
United Kingdom/True Crime
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#193
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What is Trace of Suspicion about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on high-profile true crime cases where circumstantial evidence, financial motives, and forensic findings shape investigations and court narratives. Across recent episodes, the host guides listeners through the twists of a Marine spouse case involving life insurance, suspected poisoning with arsenic, and lengthy police work across jurisdictions. The storytelling blends interviews, courtroom dynamics, and evolving toxicology findings to illustrate how what's proven in court can diverge from what audiences might infer. A notable strength is the methodical walk-through of investigative steps—from motive and opportunity to forensic science and witness testimony—while keeping the human stakes front and center. Potential listener... more

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2. Bob Udell
3. Alan Bloom
4. Linda Godoy
5. Cindy Sommer
6. Dan Pease

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