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Unspeakable: A True Crime Podcast By Kelly Jennings

Kelly Jennings
Murder
True Crime
Vince Marinello
Domestic Violence
Zachariah Anderson
Grief and Loss
Denise Amber Lee
Michael King
Liz Marinello
Summer Ernest
Billy Ernest
Tanner Ernest
Dakota Terrio
911 Emergency Response
Child Abduction
Louisiana State Penitentiary
New Orleans
Criminal Justice
Rosalio Gutierrez Jr.
Mental Health System

Unspeakable is a True Crime Podcast hosted by Criminal Justice educator, Law Enforcement expert and former Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola Classifications Officer Kelly Jennings.

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Latest Episodes

Derrick Todd Lee is running scared - bouncing buses and ducking into Atlanta hotels, slipping from one place to another like a ghost who knows that the walls are closing in. But the streets talk. Credible tips and a chance phone call would lead to th... more

In today’s episode KJ and Jim bring you the week’s trending crime related headlines including a Louisiana drug bust that led to over 360 pounds of Meth being discovered in a vehicle. In California the “Party Mom” trial is underway and the testimony f... more

On July 4th, 2003 Ashley Laney walked down the aisle to become mrs. Ashley Humphrey. The very next day, she would become a killer. What started as a romance at a Florida gym spiraled into a shocking display of stalking and jealousy when her new husba... more

Carrie Lynn Yoder was a bright, determined graduate student at Louisiana State University (LSU), pursuing her PhD in biological sciences, when on March 3rd, 2003 she was abducted from her home on in Baton Rouge. For ten agonizing days, friends, famil... more

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Recent Guests

Brandi Barr Armand
Sister of Geralyn Desoto
Episode: DTL -The Interviews: Geralyn Desoto’s Sister
Matthew Millican
The main victim of the crime, a free-spirited drifter
Episode: Drifter: The Murder of Matthew Millican
Baron Li
Father and advocate for children in foster care
Episode: A Father's Fight: The Interview With Baron Li
Cheryl Bartlett Fann
A survivor of a violent crime and advocate for victims' rights.
Episode: Twice Offended: The Interview of Cheryl Bartlett Fann

Host

Kelly Jennings
Host and Criminal Justice educator with extensive experience in law enforcement and criminal justice.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Obsessed!

    Just found your podcast! I’m a Baton Rouge girly & an attorney. Started with DTL & now bingeing the rest! So well done!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @scthigpen
    United Statesa month ago
  • A Fund Raiser for Kayla

    KJ!!! The last 5 minutes of this one had me ROTFLOL!!! $35 😂😂😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kkilian5
    United States2 months ago
  • Decent

    Decent podcast. The model isn’t sustainable to keep interest. The 30 minute episodes need to be combined into hour long episodes. Too much extraneous details to fluff up and make episodes longer. Regurgitating a story with a bunch of fluff over the long haul isn’t interesting. The model is similar to the Overton podcast when it was changed from its original format, which ruined it. When the Overton podcast changed models it became a less interesting and departed from why people tuned in. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jenneefire
    United States2 months ago
  • 😎

    An ok pod…

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BeeCuzThatsWhy
    United States3 months ago
  • Kelly is better alone!

    Kelly I loved you so much when you were by yourself! I don’t mean to be ugly to Jim but he kept cutting you off and talking over you and I can not listen to it. If you go back by yourself, I will be back. I really hate this too because you , Kelly are the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bcrumley
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many appreciate the host's expertise in criminal justice, linking personal narratives with broader societal context.
There is concern expressed over some political statements made, indicating a mixed reception of viewpoints.
Overall, audience engagement is high, with emotional connections to the content reflecting genuine interest in advocating for victims.
Listeners praise the thorough research and emotional storytelling by the host.

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Ask Me Anything 2025!
Q: What started your love with law enforcement in true crime?
My interest started in childhood and was further fueled by my criminology studies in college.
Ask Me Anything 2025!
Q: How did you come up with the name for your amazing podcast?
The name 'Unspeakable' was suggested by my producer Jim and perfectly encapsulates the nature of the crimes discussed.
Ask Me Anything 2025!
Q: Do you do all the research on a case or do you have help?
I do all of my own research, and occasionally Jim will assist with some materials.
Hostile Divorce: The Case of Kayla Giles
Q: Do you think, at this point in the story, that the case is solid enough that you as a juror could convict Kayla for murdering Thomas?
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the evidence presented, acknowledging the complexity of the situation and the difficulties in determining guilt.
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Q: What are your thoughts on why this happened?
It happened because violence is often the resort of those who cannot win the intellectual fight.

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