20/20

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October 17, 2025 Introducing Murdaugh: Death in the Family Official Podcast
This week, we're sharing something new from our friends at Hulu. If you've followed our coverage of the Murdaugh murders, you know how deeply this true crime story has resonated across the world. And now, the story has been adapted for the small screen in the new drama series Murdaugh: Death in the Family, now streaming on Hulu. So today, we're bringing you episode one of their fascinating companion podcast, Murdaugh: Death in the Family Official Podcast.
In this episode, Showrunner, Co-Creator and Executive Producer Michael D. Fuller joins journalist Mandy Matney to discuss Murdaugh: Death in the Family. Explore that haunting 911 call, the human complexities and the emotional truths from South Carolina’s darkest story. Then, discover more beneath the surface and go behind the scenes with investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell as they highlight the series’ portrayal of the Murdaugh family dynamics, power struggles, and the broader implications of generational power.
Ready for more? Follow Murdaugh: Death in the Family Official Podcast for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast app. You can also watch the video version of this interview on Hulu or Hulu on Disney+. And don't forget to stream Hulu's original series Murdaugh: Death in the Family.

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56 min
October 15, 2025 Vanished: Why?
A dramatic day in the investigation concludes with a manhunt. Plus: New details emerge during a tense hearing in federal court.
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41 min
October 14, 2025 True Crime Vault: The Vanishing Act
Detectives discuss evidence revealing how they say Sherri Papini fabricated her kidnapping. Originally broadcast on Sept. 30, 2022.

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1 hr 21 min
October 13, 2025 The After Show: Life on the Line
Deborah Roberts and 20/20 producers discuss Denise Amber Lee's case and the clues the kidnapped mom left to help police find her killer. Plus, the team shares bonus clips with an investigator on the case and with Lee's two young sons, now teens, on how they carry her legacy.

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26 min
October 11, 2025 Life On The Line
Authorities race against time to find a kidnapped mom by tracing chilling 911 calls, including one from the victim herself.

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1 hr 24 min
October 08, 2025 Vanished: Setting the Trap
Investigators find remains scattered across three burial sites 20 miles away from Fort Hood. The discovery causes investigators to revisit a key witness, who suddenly changes her story.
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35 min
October 07, 2025 True Crime Vault: The Wicked
Payton Leutner speaks out after two friends stabbed her and left her for dead in the woods of Wisconsin to prove themselves to a fictitious character known as "Slender Man." This broadcast originally aired October 25, 2019.

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1 hr 24 min
October 06, 2025 The After Show: What Happened to the McStays?
ABC News' Matt Gutman unpacks what may have happened to a California family that disappeared from their home.

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20 min
October 04, 2025 What Happened to the McStays?
An entire family seemingly vanishes into thin air, igniting an investigation and search for answers.

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1 hr 24 min
October 01, 2025 Vanished: Foul Play
Human remains are found in a field near Fort Hood. Are they Vanessa’s? Plus: late-night phone calls lead investigators to question another soldier’s alibi.
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36 min

About 20/20

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Unforgettable true crime mysteries, exclusive newsmaker interviews, hard-hitting investigative reports and in-depth coverage of high profile stories. Now listen throughout the week with the official 20/20 After Show, the True Crime Vault, and our spotlight of true crime originals.

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Ranked by our users in the last 21 days

Number 1: Mr & Mrs Murder
Sep 191 hr 26 min
Number 2: Am I Next? (Rebroadcast)
Sep 121 hr 24 min
Number 3: True Crime Vault: First Divorced, Then Dead
Sep 81 hr 24 min
Number 4: McStays Episode 5: The Best Friend
Sep 933 min
Number 5: True Crime Vault: Ruby Franke: From Momfluencer to Felon
Sep 151 hr 24 min

FAQ about 20/20

What's this show about?
20/20 presents in-depth coverage of high-profile stories, exclusive newsmaker interviews, and hard-hitting investigative reports within the true crime genre.
What's it like to listen to?
The show delivers a straightforward, informative experience. Expect a focus on factual reporting and detailed accounts of investigations.
What are recent episodes about?
Recent episodes explore cases like the Kouri Richins trial, the disappearance of Nancy Woodrum, and the search for Sarah Stern. Other recent episodes cover the stories of Henry Louis Wallace, and the murder of Brian Pata.
Who's behind the mic?
The show is produced by ABC News.
How long is each episode?
Episodes are typically between 20 minutes to just under an hour and a half.
When do new episodes drop?
The show releases new episodes regularly.
What are the main topics?
True crime, investigations, legal cases, murder, cold cases, forensic science, interviews
Who should listen to this?
This show is ideal for true crime enthusiasts interested in in-depth investigations, legal proceedings, and compelling stories.