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True Crime Tonight

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Jeffrey Epstein
True Crime
Ghislaine Maxwell
Bryan Kohberger
Forensics
Nancy Guthrie
Brian Walsh
Luigi Mangione
Epstein Files
Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Menendez Brothers
Sex Trafficking
Idaho Student Murders
Mental Health
Murder
Brian Koberger
Charlie Kirk
Delphi Murders
Celeste Rivas
David

If you eat, sleep, and breathe true crime, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT is serving up your nightly fix. Five nights a week, KT STUDIOS & iHEART RADIO invite listeners to pull up a seat for an unfiltered look at the biggest cases making headlines, celebrity scandals, and the trials everyone is watching. With a mix of expert analysis, hot takes, and listener call-ins, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT goes beyond the headli... more

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New details emerge on the suspect, the evidence, and what investigators say happened in the murders of two USF students. We also break down a sniper-style campus shooting tied to Tyler Robinson, where a new ballistics report is raising questions abou... more

A growing number of scientists are dead or missing, now at least 13 cases, raising new questions about whether there’s a larger pattern. Journalist Samson Crouppen, aka “Secret Service Sam,” joins us to break it down and stick around as we dive into ... more

A terrifying moment in Washington, D.C., as a gunman opens fire near a high-profile event. A growing mystery emerges as scientists connected to high-level research are turning up dead or missing—coincidence, or something more? We also break down a mu... more

A chilling new documentary details the calculated ritual behind the Long Island Serial Killer’s crimes while a Florida woman is accused of killing two ex-partners in a single day. Kevin Scott joins us to break down Second Chance Month and the real im... more

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Recent Guests

CeCe Moore
DNA expert, genetic genealogist
Parabon Nanolabs
Episode: From American Idol to Murder & DNA in the Nancy Guthrie Case
Whitney Galloway
Family advocate connected to Pike County murders
KT STUDIOS team member, interviewer
Episode: From American Idol to Murder & DNA in the Nancy Guthrie Case
Keith Leighton
Retired DEA special agent, expert on wiretaps
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Episode: Vanished in the Bahamas, Epstein Under Fire, and DEA Agent Drug Busts
Ava Kaplan
Guest producer on True Crime Tonight
True Crime Tonight (KT Studios)
Episode: A Woman Vanishes at Sea, Abuse Allegations Rock a Tech Giant, and A Calculated Killing
Amanda Knox
Mom, entrepreneur, journalist, writer, and podcaster; discussed Lucy Letby case and new podcast Doubt the Case of Lucy Letby
Episode: Norway’s Curious Tradition: From Easter Crime to Global Scandals
Aaron Parnas
Influential digital news journalist and lawyer
Digital news influencer
Episode: Norway’s Curious Tradition: From Easter Crime to Global Scandals
Caleb Flynn
Former American Idol contestant
Ohio case (murder of wife)
Episode: $10M Heist in 3 Minutes, an AI Grandma Arrest, and the CVLT Child Exploitation Network
Angela Lipps
Tennessee grandmother misidentified by facial recognition
Criminal case in Fargo, ND
Episode: $10M Heist in 3 Minutes, an AI Grandma Arrest, and the CVLT Child Exploitation Network
Caleb Merritt
Leader of CVLT cult, online child exploitation network
Federal case in Virginia/New Jersey/Hawaii/France
Episode: $10M Heist in 3 Minutes, an AI Grandma Arrest, and the CVLT Child Exploitation Network

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • Michele Locke is awful!

    Please stop giving her a platform. She is upholding the system that is failing so many women.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Expose_the_truth
    United States23 days ago
  • Enjoyable but huge “BUT”

    You guys MUST stop interrupting the gentleman when he speaks. I am interested in what he has to say as much as I am interested in what the Ladies have to say. It comes off as rude and dismissive and it’s driving me nuts. It’s otherwise a very decent show.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Crime Anonymous
    United Statesa month ago
  • LOVE IT

    AM A KID AND I LOVE IT

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Speedy toad
    United Statesa month ago
  • STOP TALKING OVER EACH OTHER

    You all have great voices and great opinions and I feel like this could be a good podcast but you have to stop talking over each other. It's grating on the ears

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Meehash1971
    United Statesa month ago
  • Phenomenal

    I absolutely love your show and listen to each episode! Hands down best True Crime podcast!!! Can you please share how I can buy merch?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HoJo Sheets
    United Statesa month ago

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The show is praised for staying current with updates and featuring credible experts, though political leanings in coverage prompt mixed reactions.
Overall strong, well-researched storytelling with clear analysis and respectful treatment of victims.
Listener feedback highlights engaging banter but notes occasional talking over guests; some callers feel talkbacks can be unfocused.

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#242
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#183
South Africa/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#218
Philippines/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#222
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Talking Points

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Q: Why might a grand jury indictment be superseded by an immediate arrest, or vice versa?
Different jurisdictions have multiple pathways to charge a defendant; police can arrest with a warrant while awaiting grand jury action, or a grand jury may indict later; timing depends on investigation pace and prosecutorial strategy.
Singer D4vd Arrested, a Death Penalty Decision, and a Case Falling Apart
Q: What does a preliminary hearing accomplish in California after an arrest?
It determines whether there is enough probable cause to move forward to a formal trial; it's a mini-trial where witnesses can be sworn in to assess if charges should advance.
Rex Heuermann Confesses, Ketamine Queen Sentenced, and Epstein Subpoenas Expand
Q: Why would someone plead guilty if the sentence doesn't change?
The guest explained that pleading guilty can avoid a full trial, limit public exposure, and allow the defense to present a controlled narrative, especially when the defendant agrees to be a 'behavioral witness' for profiling; it also helps ensure a more manageable process for the court and victims' families.
A Woman Vanishes at Sea, Abuse Allegations Rock a Tech Giant, and A Calculated Killing
Q: What are the core allegations against Sam Altman in the new filings?
The hosts summarize Annie Altman's claims of childhood sexual abuse, Altman's denials and defamation countersuit, and the evolving legal theories around statute of limitations and mental-health considerations influencing the case.
Vanished in the Bahamas, Epstein Under Fire, and DEA Agent Drug Busts
Q: What sparked your interest in wiretaps and how did you get into the DEA?
Leighton explains a long journey from general law enforcement interest to choosing federal work, driven by a desire for complex investigations and the opportunities the DEA provided.

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The show targets true crime enthusiasts who crave fast-paced, evidence-based storytelling with a legal and media lens. Episodes routinely combine case breakdowns, courtroom analysis, and updates on high-profile investigations, often peppering in live audience input. A standout aspect is the balance between rigorous factual discussion and engaging banter, plus frequent interviews with guests who bring legal, investigative, or journalist perspectives. This mix helps listeners feel informed about complex cases while staying entertained by dynamic host dynamics and timely headlines.

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1. 48 Hours
2. 20/20
3. Betrayal Season 5
4. Fifteen: Inside the Daniel Marsh Murders
5. Dateline NBC

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Recent guests on True Crime Tonight include:

1. CeCe Moore
2. Whitney Galloway
3. Keith Leighton
4. Ava Kaplan
5. Amanda Knox
6. Aaron Parnas
7. Caleb Flynn
8. Angela Lipps

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