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Colin and Russ tackle the sensational allegations against prominent South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh, who is currently on trial for the murders of his wife and son.  They also break down the multitude of other crimes Mr. Murdaugh is accused of committing, as well as the complicated legal timeline that led to where we are now.   Plus, Dave Pulliam joins the show to play Is This Legal, and as always, a brand new Dumb Criminal of the Week.  Check it out!  

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Tesla has been in the news a lot lately, and Colin and Russ are here for all of it.  They discuss the attempted murder charges facing Dharmesh Patel, a Bay Area doctor who drove his Tesla with his wife and two children off a cliff...and all survived!  Plus, they also provide a case update on another Tesla case (we previously covered in Ep. 71) involving Kevin Riad, a limousine driver who is accused of manslaughter after his Tesla collided with another vehicle killing its two occupants, while the Tesla's autopilot function was turned on.  Plus a new game of Is This Legal and a new Dumb Criminal of the Week!  Check it out!

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It's a true crime bonanza!  Colin and Russ go over the shocking details involving the arrest of Brian Walshe, who is charged with murdering his wife Ana.  Can prosecutors prove the case without a body?  What hurdles will the defense have to overcome?  Also, Colin and Russ discuss the involuntary manslaughter  charges expected to be filed against Alec Baldwin for the accidental death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.   Does the prosecutor have a case, or is this political grandstanding?  Plus, we have guest Rick Hotchner to play Is This Legal, and of course, a brand new DCOTW!  Check it out!

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Colin and Russ break down the arrest of murder suspect Bryan Kohberger, who is charged with murdering 4 college students near the University of Idaho.  They discuss the contents of the arrest affidavit and parse out the details of the thorough investigation that ultimately led to Kohberger's arrest.  They also talk about next steps for the case as well as potential defenses Kohberger may raise.  Bonus- Denver Broncos super fan Lindsay Bebout from the Crush Podcast joins us to play Is This Legal!  A fresh DCOTW is also available for your enjoyment.  Check it out, and follow Lindsay on twitter @LindsayBebout

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Colin and Russ discuss the captivating case of Sam Bankman-Fried, the CEO of FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange service that collapsed sensationally a month ago due to alleged fraud and co-mingling of investor funds.  They discuss his federal charges, civil lawsuits, and also talk about the potential culpability of his parents Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried, who are both Stanford law professors.  Plus, the guys play Is This Legal, and have a fresh DCOTW for your enjoyment!  Happy Holidays!

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Colin and Russ break down the Elizabeth Holmes sentencing, and discuss whether her pending pregnancy had an effect on the sentence she received.  Does a baby on board keep her out of the big house? They also discuss what might happen with Danny Masterson's case after his mistrial, as well as the high profile Oath Keepers trial.  As always, Russ and Colin play a new game of Is This Legal and have a fresh DCOTW for your listening pleasure.  Enjoy!

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Your favorite legal duo are back with a special episode quizzing the listener on when you can and cannot get a DUI, even if you're not driving a car at the time! Also in this week's episode is an update on the trials covered in Episode 83, including Kevin Spacey, Harvey Weinstein, Paul Haggis, the Oathkeepers, and the Masterson trial. Stick around for another incredible Dumb Criminal of the Week!

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Russ and Colin cover  a multitude of #Metoo trials, the latest verdict in the Steele Dossier case, Alex Jones’s astronomical verdict, and even dip their toes into the secretive and mysterious world of Scientology.  Joseph Roulier tests his legal chops in the latest Is This Legal scenario, and as always they bring the shenanigans of another criminal in the Dumb Criminal of the Week.

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Russ and Colin give an update on the trials and tribulations of ex-Mesa County Clerk and Recorder Tina Peters, from her many civil lawsuits at the hand of Colorado Secretary of State Jenna Griswold, to her pending criminal trial exposing her to 10 felony convictions. Was she defending the Republic, or was she a simple felon? Does she has a leg to stand on, and will her ex-deputy clerk drop a dime on her at trial? All this and more along with more tomfoolery from Jebediah and Cornelius and a fresh #DCOTW!

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Colin and Russ spitball the FBI's search of Mar-A-Lago on Aug. 8.  What did they search for, and eventually seize?  On what authority did they act?  What is a search warrant, and how are they executed?  Does Trump face criminal liability?  Colin and Russ answer all of these questions and more!  Jebediah and Cornelius stop by for a brand new #IsThisLegal?, and as always, the boys discuss knucklehead awards for a fresh #DCOTW!  Tune in!