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True Crime News: The Podcast

True Crime News
Domestic Violence
Murder
True Crime
Sean Diddy Combs
Karen Read
Los Angeles
Florida
Homicide
Kouri Richins
James Craig
Mental Health
Bryan Kohberger
Sex Trafficking
Law Enforcement
University Of Idaho Murders
Hollywood
California
Legal System
Donna Adelson
Racketeering

True Crime News: your weekly dose of real-time updates on the most gripping true crime stories, current cases, investigations, scams, and schemes. Host Ana Garcia is joined by crime experts, police officers, defense attorneys, and other leading authorities in their fields as they cover murders, scams, investigations, and unsolved crimes from across the country. True Crime News has the largest and ... more

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This Week on True Crime News The Podcast: A firefighter tasked with saving lives caught trying to violently obliterate a woman’s faith. Joel Jones has been sentenced to life for planning the assault of a victim, using unwitting third-party participan... more

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In this episode of True Crime News The Sidebar Podcast: Nicole Kazakov joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss Rex Heuermann’s sentencing, George Pino’s defense, and the federal arson ... more

This Week on True Crime News The Podcast: Body-positive safe space or a grooming ground for an alleged predator? The “Pearadise” community promotes itself as a space for plus-size women to feel seen and celebrated, but some say the group’s founder, S... more

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In this episode of True Crime News The Sidebar Podcast: Angenette Levy joins host Joshua Ritter to break down the biggest cases making headlines across the nation. They discuss Karmelo Anthony’s conviction and sentence in the fatal stabbing of Austin... more

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Recent Guests

Scott Eldridge
Co-creator of Scamanda and The Slippery podcasts
Scamanda, The Slippery
Episode: Severed finger in the chili scammer; Millionaire sexual predator to walk free after legal loophole
Ashley Willcott
Former judge, legal analyst, and child welfare specialist
Former judge, legal analyst
Episode: He withdrew his plea. It can still be used against him; Father of victim held in contempt - TCN Sidebar
Matt Johnson
Investigative journalist with Inside Edition and host of Justice with Matt Johnson
Inside Edition, YouTube channel Justice with Matt Johnson
Episode: ‘Why did you do this?’ father of victim screams in Millete trial; Do court cameras hurt defendants? – TCN Sidebar
Geoffrey Kelly
Former FBI agent who worked the Gardner Museum heist case for 22 years; author of Thirteen Perfect Fugitives
FBI (former); Author
Episode: The perfect crime? $500 million art heist remains unsolved
Jo Potuto
Law professor, legal analyst and YouTuber
Professor Jo Explains
Episode: Did D4vd kill teen to hide illicit relationship? Man convicted in family massacre seeks new trial – TCN Sidebar
Joshua Schiffer
Attorney and legal analyst featured on Court TV and other outlets
Court TV
Episode: Tiger Woods pleads not guilty to DUI; Man charged with attempt to kill wife faces testimony from son – TCN Sidebar
Scott Reisch
Attorney, legal analyst and host of Crime Talks
Crime Talks (YouTube)
Episode: Doctor accused of trying to throw wife off cliff faces trial; Has Nancy Guthrie's case gone cold? – TCN Sidebar
Ali Stakings
Kouri Richins' best friend who testified
Friend from middle school
Episode: She poisoned her husband, then wrote a book about grief: The Kouri Richins story
Dr. Tracy Tamborra
Professor of criminal justice at the University of New Haven, expert in domestic violence.
University of New Haven
Episode: Brother dismembered pregnant older sister, claimed she was ‘no longer innocent’

Hosts

Ana Garcia
Host of True Crime News: The Podcast; lead interviewer in many episodes covering major cases and legal debates.
Joshua Ritter
Host of The Sidebar; frequent co-host and commentator on high-profile trials and courtroom dynamics.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • Only fans

    The lead up was way too long … we get it . Describing over and over and over the channel only fans, Page and he wanted kink … we get it !! Move along

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crime paus
    United Statesa month ago
  • Tiger Woods

    Both lawyers on this podcast are the reason our judicial system is broken. You were on the side of giving Tiger a pass. Tiger needs to go to jail. He, and other rich and famous, need to stop being able to get by the law. Look at Robert Downey Jr. he finally had to go to jail and he finally changed his life.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Stopcoddlingtherich
    United States3 months ago
  • New announcer

    This woman’s voice and tempo is irritating. Love Ana and the normal man. Wont listen to this announcer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cybro234
    United States5 months ago
  • Interesting story of other part of the world

    I’m in definitely would watch this fascinating story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elliequi
    United States9 months ago
  • I want to love it

    The premise is nice but unfortunately Garcia drags out and repeats everything at nauseam

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    XtinaM88
    United States9 months ago

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

Balanced, credible analysis with strong guest expertise.
High-quality reporting and thoughtful commentary, but some episodes feel ad-heavy.
Hosts prompt engaging discussions and clear legal context for complex cases.
Guest mix is valuable, though some listeners crave less promotional content.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Roommate charged with killing doctoral students; Man facing death penalty asks to go pro se – TCN Sidebar
Q: What about the speedy-trial right? Could a waiver by an attorney without the defendant's consent cause issues before the trial even starts?
The analyst explains that a personal waiver by the defendant is typically required for a speedy-trial waiver, and shared concerns suggest potential issues if counsel acted without the defendant's consent, which could affect motion outcomes.
Roommate charged with killing doctoral students; Man facing death penalty asks to go pro se – TCN Sidebar
Q: Where do you think the courts will come out on the idea of a defendant representing himself in a capital case and waiving counsel?
The guest suggests that while there is a constitutional right to counsel, there is also a path for self-representation under certain conditions, but the defendant's level of qualification and risk to the integrity of the trial remain major hurdles.
Roommate charged with killing doctoral students; Man facing death penalty asks to go pro se – TCN Sidebar
Q: My first question is, we seem to have a bunch of cases where Google searches and now ChatGPT queries have played a pivotal role. Is this somehow worse or more effective in prosecutions?
The host and guest discuss that search histories and AI prompts can reveal a defendant's intentions and planning, making such evidence potentially powerful for prosecutors, but also raise questions for defense about context, intent, and how this information was obtained.
Stefon Diggs acquitted of strangulation, assault; Why hasn’t a suspected child killer been charged? – TCN Sidebar
Q: What were your thoughts on her testimony under cross?
Her testimony appeared unconvincing to the jury, and the cross-examination exposed inconsistencies that undermined the prosecution's narrative, influencing the swift two-hour verdict.
Stefon Diggs acquitted of strangulation, assault; Why hasn’t a suspected child killer been charged? – TCN Sidebar
Q: Imran, I know you watched some of this. What was your take on this? This is supposed to be the star witness for the prosecution. This is the complaining witness, the person who is claiming she is a victim.
The witness's credibility was crucial, and the cross-examination revealed significant weaknesses; the jury likely saw the inconsistencies and the defense highlighted the lack of visible injuries and motive, contributing to the not-guilty verdict.

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What is True Crime News: The Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

True crime listeners with a taste for courtroom drama and investigative analysis are likely to find this show consistently compelling. Episodes blend live updates on high-profile trials with expert legal commentary from defense attorneys, former prosecutors, and investigators, plus firsthand reporting from seasoned journalists. The format often covers ethical and procedural questions around cameras in court, trial strategy, and the intersection of media and justice, making it useful for potential guests and sponsors seeking a thoughtful, issue-driven true crime audience. Noteworthy is the host's ability to anchor fast-moving cases with legal context and interviewed authorities, which can deliver nuanced conversations beyond basic crime reca... more

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2. Ashley Willcott
3. Matt Johnson
4. Geoffrey Kelly
5. Jo Potuto
6. Joshua Schiffer
7. Scott Reisch
8. Ali Stakings

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