A Trial by Podcast

John McAfee, the creator of the McAfee antivirus software, lived a wild life. Despite his severe drug addiction, he amassed $100 million and ran for U.S. president. He later moved to Belize, where he was accused of the murder of his neighbor, Greg Faull, but never charged for the crime.

After being imprisoned for tax evasion, McAfee reportedly died by suicide. However, before going to prison, McAfee tweeted, "Getting subtle messages from U.S. officials saying, in effect: "We're coming for you McAfee! We're going to kill yourself". I got a tattoo today just in case. If I suicide myself, I didn't."

So was McAfee responsible for the murder of Greg Faull? And did McAfee truly die by suicide, or was he killed? Well, this is A Trial by Podcast, so we'll let you be the judge.

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This podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, we cannot guarantee its completeness or veracity. Our sources are thoroughly researched, and we strive to use credible, publicly available information. However, this podcast should not be considered a definitive or legal authority on the topics discussed.

Much to their parents’ dismay, neither host is a lawyer, journalist, investigator, or any sort of authority figure. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts are personal and should not be taken as fact. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and draw their own conclusions.

This podcast is not intended to harm, slander, or defame any individuals, groups, or organizations. All individuals discussed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 

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In 1994, 27-year-old Alison Botha was kidnapped outside of her home in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. She was then driven out to a remote location where she was raped, strangled, stabbed over 30 times, and disemboweled by two men: Thuens Krueger and Frans Du Toit. Her throat was cut so deeply she was almost decapitated, and yet, Alison SURVIVED.

In July of 2023, just a year before recording this episode, Alison's attackers were given parole and now live freely amongst society in South Africa. But are they really rehabilitated? Fucking of course not, but we usually ask a question at the end of the summary. Still, this is A Trial by Podcast, so we'll let you be the judge (you will definitely agree with us).

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Much to their parents’ dismay, neither host is a lawyer, journalist, investigator, or any sort of authority figure. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts are personal and should not be taken as fact. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and draw their own conclusions.

This podcast is not intended to harm, slander, or defame any individuals, groups, or organizations. All individuals discussed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 

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The story of one of the most famous wrestling families of all time, the Von Erich family, is a tragic one. Out of six brothers, only one lived past the age of thirty-three. This causes some people to speculate the family is cursed, but is there a more realistic explanation for what happened to the brothers? Well, this is A Trial by Podcast, so we'll let you be the judge.

TW: Drug abuse, self harm, mental illness, and suicide.

If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or ideation, PLEASE text or call the suicide crisis line at 988. We <3 you and want you to get the help that you need.

The book we mentioned in the episode is Mindset by Dr. Carol Dweck.

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In October of 1989, 10-year-old Amy Mihaljevic was abducted from her hometown of Bay Village, Ohio. Just months later, her body was discovered off a rural road. The investigation leads detectives down a lot of different paths, but is it possible Amy's death was at the hands of a local teacher?

Well, this case is unsolved, and this is A Trial by Podcast, so we'll let you be the judge.

[Part 2 of 2]

Instagram Profile Kelsey mentioned: @ctrl.skin

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In October of 1989, 10-year-old Amy Mihaljevic was abducted from her hometown of Bay Village, Ohio. Just months later, her body was discovered off a rural road. The investigation leads detectives down a lot of different paths, but is it possible Amy's death was at the hands of a local teacher?

Well, this case is unsolved, and this is A Trial by Podcast, so we'll let you be the judge.

[Part 1 of 2]

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Legend has it that Giulia Tofana, the alleged creator of the infamous poison acqua tofana, may be the most prolific serial killer of all time with her death toll totaling over 600 men - but how much of this story is really true? Well, this is A Trial by Podcast, so we'll let you be the judge.

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In today's episode, we tell the stories of some of the women (and even one man) who survived horrific encounters with serial killer Ted Bundy.

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Diamond (3) and Tionda (10) Bradley disappeared from their Chicago home in 2001, and to this day, we still have no answers to what happened to them.

The family hints that they believe someone close to them knows more than they're saying, so is it possible the person responsible has been hiding in plain sight for 23 years? Well this is A Trial by Podcast, so we'll let you be the judge.

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Mata Hari was many things throughout her life: an exotic dancer, a model, a courtesan, and even a World War I spy... but was she a traitor?

Well, this is A Trial by Podcast, so we'll let you be the judge.

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[Part 2 of the Murder of Sarah Everard]

After the murder of 33-year-old Sarah Everard by active London Metropolitan Police Officer Wayne Couzens, the Met tried to quell the public fear and outrage by painting Couzens as just one bad apple in their force. However, subsequent investigation has revealed a pervasive culture of troubling behavior within the police force. So how the f*ck did this happen?

Well, this is A Trial by Podcast, so we'll let you be the judge (but we'll talk your ear off for an hour first).

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