Surviving the Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime

EPISODE 90: We’re coming up on two weeks since the bodies of four University of Idaho students were found viciously stabbed to death inside their rental home in Moscow, and police have still not named a suspect.Authorities say they’re looking extensively into information that one of the victims had a stalker, but have not been able to verify it.Police have followed hundreds of leads with no luck and also have not found the murder weapon believed to be a “fix-blade knife”.Let us never forget those young lives lost way too soon: Madison Mogen, 21, Kaylee Goncalves, 21, Xana Kernodle, 20, and Ethan Chapin, 20. University of Idaho Professor Emeritus Steven Smith of the School of Journalism and Mass Media joins us to discuss the very latest. Support the show ❤️ https://www.patreon.com/survivingthesurvivor (https://www.patreon.com/survivingthesurvivor)Surviving the Survivor is a podcast dedicated to incredible stories of survival and the people who tell them.

EPISODE 89: We had really big breaking news in Dan Markel’s murder case.Katherine Magbanua, who is currently serving a life sentence after being convicted in May for her role as an intermediary between the hitman and Charlie Adelson, wants to speak to state prosecutors.She wants to offer some kind of information that may help her appeal and help prosecutors make some headway in this case, and bring more people involved in the murder to justice.Speculation is rife as to what she wants to say, which without a doubt puts a lot of anxiety on Adelson’s family.Charlie Adelson and the rest of the family have denied any involvement with the murder, but this new development raises a lot of questions.Joining us today to help us analyze Adelson’s family dynamic is Dr. Linda Papadopoulos. She is a world-renowned British psychologist, originally from Toronto, Canada, which is incidentally the location of our other big case.Make sure to check it out!Key Takeaways:Collective narcissism of a family (05:41)Wendi’s interrogation from a psychologist’s perspective (07:45)Adelson’s family dynamic (12:55)What does Katie Magbanua want to speak about to the State? (16:27)Adelson’s anticipatory anxiety over the years (17:29)What pushes a family over the edge to commit a murder? (21:44)Was Wendi the manipulator in charge? (25:08)Dr. Linda’s thoughts on the outlier in the family, Rob Adelson (27:06)Will Charlie crack and flip (29:22)Closure for the Markel’s (33:28)Additional Resources:Check out Dr. Linda Papadopoulos's books here: https://www.drlinda.co.uk/books/--Support the show ❤️https://www.patreon.com/survivingthesurvivorSurviving the Survivor is a podcast dedicated to incredible stories of survival and the people who tell them.#DanMarkel #LindaPapadopoulos #SurvivingTheSurvior

EPISODE 88: After 6 years, 2 trials and a murder conviction resulting in a life sentence it appears Katie Magbanua is ready to turn state's evidence. Will the woman convicted of helping Charlie Adelson hire hitmen who killed Dan Markel now unmask other potentially culpable members of the Adelson family. Are Wendi, Donna and Harvey more nervous now than ever. Magbanua is set to speak to Tallahassee prosecutors between 11/28-11/30. Guests Jeremy Mutz, a former Tallahassee Assistant State Attorney and Preston Scott, a Tallahassee morning show radio host break down all the breaking news. Key Takeaways:Intro (00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh4_VW9tsXM&t=0s))Jeremy Mutz and (02:41 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh4_VW9tsXM&t=161s))Details of the "Proffer Sheet" (7:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh4_VW9tsXM&t=420s))How do you deal with Magbanua's credibility issues (18:37 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh4_VW9tsXM&t=1117s))Prosecutors could reduce Magbanua's sentencing substantially if she offers credible evidence (34:11 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh4_VW9tsXM&t=2051s))There's a real possibility all the Adelsons, except Rob, could end up in prison for the murder of Dan (40:27 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh4_VW9tsXM&t=2427s))--Follow Jeremy Mutz on Twitter - @mutzauthor--Support the show ❤️https://www.patreon.com/survivingthesurvivorSurviving the Survivor is a podcast dedicated to incredible stories of survival and the people who tell them.#KatieMagbanua (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/katiemagbanua) #DanMarkel (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/danmarkel) #SurvivingTheSurvivor (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/survivingthesurvivor)

EPISODE 87: In today’s episode, we discuss the high-profile murder case of Barry and Honey Sherman, one of the richest couples in Canada.Barry Sherman was a Canadian businessman and philanthropist who was chairman and CEO of Apotex Inc. He had an estimated worth of $3.2 billion and was the 12th richest man in Canada at the time.Barry had a wife named Honey, who he married in 1971, and this December will mark the 5th anniversary of their murders.They were killed in their suburban Toronto home on Wednesday, 13th December 2017, and since then, there has been no strong lead in the case at all.In this episode, we will be joined by ‘Talk Murder to Me’ host Jon Perry and will discuss how the case has been treated by police, how the investigations have played out, and what conclusions could be drawn.Make sure to check it out!Key Takeaways:Barry Sherman’s background (02:27)The disproved murder-suicide theory (08:16)Shoddy police investigations (13:14)The walking man puzzle (14:07)What were the possible motives for the murders? (21:16)The Sherman’s business affairs and family tensions (23:43)Kerry Winter’s failed lie detector test (30:50)A true murder mystery (38:17) Additional Resources:Talk Murder To Me: https://talkmurder.com/--Support the show ❤️https://www.patreon.com/survivingthesurvivorpodSurviving the Survivor is a podcast dedicated to incredible stories of survival and the people who tell them.#BarrySherman #HoneySherman #SurvivingTheSurvior

EPISODE 86: In today’s episode, Florida State Attorney and close friend of a high-profile murder victim, Dave Aronberg joins us on the podcast.Dave is the State Attorney for Palm Beach County Florida, a former member of the Florida Senate after being elected in 2002, and was the youngest member of the Florida Senate at just 31 years old. Dave also went to Harvard Law School alongside high-profile murder victim Dan Markel. Dave and Dan often crossed paths when he was a State Senator, and they spent plenty of time together in Tallahassee.In today’s episode, we are going to discuss the Dan Markel case, investigations against the former president, and Kanye’s recent comments.Make sure to check it out!Key Takeaways:Intro (00:00)How Dave and Dan met (06:57)What Dan’s reaction would be now (12:54)What prevents defendants from flipping (21:37)Dave on the death penalty (30:28)The power of evidence and testimony (35:59)Additional Resources:Follow Dave on Twitter - @aronberg--Support the show ❤️https://www.patreon.com/survivingthesurvivorpodSurviving the Survivor is a podcast dedicated to incredible stories of survival and the people who tell them.#DaveArnberg #DanMarkel #SurvivingTheSurvior

EPISODE 85: In today’s episode, Ruth Markel, the mother of Dan Markel, joins the founder of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) to discuss turning grief and pain into advocacy.Ruth’s son, Daniel, was a Harvard undergraduate and graduate law school professor who was shot and killed in his driveway in 2014. Ruth is also the author of “The Unveiling: A Mother’s Reflection on Murder, Grief and Trial Life.”Candace Lightner is a spokesperson and widely recognized as one of the most influential American citizens of the 21st century. Candace is the founder of the first national anti-drunk driving campaign in the United States and currently manages the “We Save Lives” foundation.In today’s episode, we’ll be discussing turning mourning, grief, and pain into public movements and a force for good.Make sure to check it out!--Key Takeaways:- Intro (00:00)- Introducing Ruth Markel and Candace Lightner (02:31)- The history of drunk driving in the US (15:30) - Anger can be the fuel for meaningful change (25:38)- How violent deaths impact families of victims (29:25)- "Kick a few pebbles, turn a few stones, and eventually..." (39:10)- Is social media hurting social change? (49:25)- Things to be aware of as an advocate for change (1:05:30)- Episode wrap-up (1:14:50)--Additional Resources:Connect with Ruth Markel: https://ruthmarkel.com/Connect with Candace Lightner: https://www.candacelightner.com/Learn more about Mothers Against Drunk Driving: https://madd.org/Learn more about We Save Lives: https://wesavelives.org/--Support the show at: https://www.patreon.com/survivingthesurvivorpodSurviving the Survivor is a podcast dedicated to incredible stories of survival and the people who share them.Be sure to give us a follow, so you never miss an episode!

EPISODE 84: After a tirade of antisemitic comments, Ye's world is collapsing around him. Adidas just dropped him, along with Balenciaga and even athletes signed to his sports agency Donda. KTLA's Sam Rubin breaks down the hip star's public image implosion, while also updating us on the latest with Harvey Weinstein and Danny Masterson. #STSNation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/stsnation)***Drop your email in the comments section to subscribe to our newsletter

EPISODE 83: Karm ain't the only grandfluencer.On this episode of Surviving The Survivor, Karm chats with Bubbe, the star of TikTok's viral sensation, Retirement House. Fascinated by their success, Joel grills creators, Adi Azran and Brandon Chase, about their 4 million followers and how they rose to fame. #STSNation

EPISODE 82: True crime writer Steven B. Epstein joins STS to discuss his latest book "Extreme Punishment". We examine all aspects of the Dan Markel murder case and what Epstein thinks will happen to the Adelson family. Will Charlie be convicted? Is Donna next? Is Wendi complicit in Dan's murder? Tune in to hear the answers to these questions and so much more .... #STSNation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/stsnation) #justicefordanmarkel (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/justicefordanmarkel)

EPISODE 81: It's a special episode of Surviving The Survivor celebrating what should have been Dan Markel's 50th birthday on October 9th. Danny's friends discuss how they met, first impressions, their take on Wendi and the rest of the Adelsons, Charlie's upcoming murder trial ... and special birthday wishes for Dan and his family. #STSNation #justicefordanmarkel