48 Hours

48 Hours

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  • O.J. Simpson: The Trial of the Century

    O.J. Simpson, the acquitted California murder defendant, former football star and actor, died of cancer on April 10th, 2024. In 2021, CBS News Special Correspondent James Brown looked back on the influence and impact of O.J.'s trial that changed America and continues to reverberate throughout the country.

    44 min
  • Scared to Death

    Jim and Vickie Barton, a Springboro, Ohio couple, owned and lived on a horse farm. Jim was lieutenant with the Springboro police department and Vickie was a nurse. In April 1995, Jim came home from work and found Vickie had been shot to death. The case went cold, but in 2003 a new investigative team discovered a portion of audiotape from Jim’s 911 call that revealed a discrepancy in his testimony. “48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 6/10/2006. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+.

    43 min
  • Post Mortem | The Conspiracy to Murder Jennifer Dulos

    Join Correspondent Erin Moriarty and Producers Liza Finley and Emily Wichick Hourihane as they give an insider's look into the trial of Michelle Troconis, who was charged with conspiring to murder Jennifer Dulos. The 48 Hours team discusses the conflicting stories Troconis told police, the emotional toll the trial had on both families, and the prosecution's pivotal closing arguments.

    25 min
  • Murder on his Mind

    In April 2005, Stephen Stanko murdered his girlfriend Laura Ling, and then raped and stabbed her daughter. Shortly afterwards, he killed a friend, Henry Turner. At his trial for Laura's murder, Stephen's lawyer called on medical experts who claimed that PET scan images of his brain revealed that he was born with a brain defect that made him psychopathic and, on occasion, temporarily insane. “48 Hours" correspondent Troy Roberts reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 9/1/2007. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+.

    42 min
  • Post Mortem | The Troubled Case against Jane Dorotik

    Join Correspondent Erin Moriarty and Producer Ruth Chenetz as they unpack two decades of reporting on the case of Jane Dorotik, who was convicted for the murder of her husband, Bob. A conviction that was overturned 21 years later. They discuss what authorities described as the couple’s bloodstained bedroom, the original defense team’s strategy to point to the couple’s daughter as a suspect, and Jane’s long fight for freedom from behind bars.

    27 min
  • Shattered Dreams

    In March 2011, David Ditto called 911 to say his wife, Karina, had fallen down a flight of stairs in their Mira Mesa, California home and slammed her head on a tile floor. Karina died two days later, and the medical examiner ruled that she was beaten and strangled. Investigators believed David drugged his two children so they wouldn't wake up during the murder. “48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 7/6/2013. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+.

    42 min
  • Post Mortem | Who Poisoned Angela Craig?

    Correspondent Natalie Morales and Producer Sarah Prior go behind the scenes of the 2023 death of Colorado mother of six and wife, Angela Craig. Police believe her husband, dentist Dr. Jim Craig, poisoned her. They discuss how Craig used his license to order potassium cyanide, the suspicious “jimandwaffles” email address he created just weeks before Angela's death, and arguments the prosecution and defense might make when the case goes on trial.

    24 min

About 48 Hours

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“48 Hours” uncovers the narrative behind crime and justice cases that have left a lasting mark on society. Award-winning CBS News correspondents thoughtfully examine the complexities of each crime by…

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    42 min
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FAQ about 48 Hours

  • What's this show about?

    48 Hours uncovers the narrative behind crime and justice cases that have left a lasting mark on society. The show examines the complexities of each crime through key evidence and interviews with critical figures.

  • What's it like to listen to?

    The show delivers in-depth investigations, featuring award-winning CBS News correspondents. Expect a focus on key evidence and gripping interviews that transport you to the heart of the investigation.

  • What are recent episodes about?

    Recent episodes explore cases such as the death of Ashley Fallis, the case of Monica Olsen and the hitman, and the murder of Jocelyn Peters. The show also covers the conviction of Kouri Richins and the investigation surrounding the death of Rhonda Casto.

  • Who's behind the mic?

    The show is produced by CBS News. Correspondents and producers are featured in episodes.

  • How long is each episode?

    Episodes vary in length, with some running about 45 minutes, while others are closer to 50 minutes.

  • When do new episodes drop?

    New episodes are released weekly on Mondays.

  • What are the main topics?

    True crime, cold cases, criminal investigations, forensic science, legal proceedings, interviews

  • Who should listen to this?

    True crime enthusiasts interested in in-depth investigations, detailed evidence analysis, and the stories behind complex cases should tune in.

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