The FOX True Crime Podcast

There was no order in the Los Angeles County Superior Court. For nine months, over 2,500 reporters from across the country congregated outside the courtroom to provide a glimpse into the murder trial of OJ Simpson. Coverage became "Must See TV," anchors became household names, and key figures within the trial turned into celebrities in their own right.

FOX News Legal Analyst Gregg Jarrett reported on the trial as it was happening. He reflects on his coverage of the infamous case and discusses how it revolutionized the future of courtroom television.

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On June 17th, fans tuned in to watch Game 5 of the 1994 NBA finals. 95 million eyes were glued to TV screens nationwide, but they weren't watching the game. Instead, they watched as dozens of police cars chased a white Ford Bronco down the streets of Los Angeles. In the back seat with a loaded gun sat disgraced professional athlete, OJ Simpson.

Former NFL Sideline Reporter Michele Tafoya discusses the shocking arrest of OJ Simpson for the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman. Later, she pulls back the curtain exposing the dark side of the sports industry that lifted him up.

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Suspected Long Island serial killer Rex Heuermann is due back in court today, where he's expected to be indicted on a fifth murder charge. The update comes following investigators' return to his Massapequa Park home. Heuermann has already been charged with the murders of the 'Gilgo Four,' and has pleaded not guilty.

Attorney and retired NYPD Inspector Paul Mauro discusses the chilling update within the case and explains what he's expecting from within the courtroom.

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On the outside, Megan Conner seemed like a happy and typical child growing up. But behind the facade of normalcy, Megan was silently living as a victim of sex trafficking. Due to suppressive systems and strained familial relationships, Megan was silenced and long suffered from the trauma of a crime. Now, built a fulfilling life from the ashes of her past, but she walked through fire to get here.

Author and Founder of Third Verse Megan Conner details how she found the light and came out of her dark situation a victor. Later, she exposes the devastating realities of trafficking and explains how she was able to break generational cycles of abuse.

Megan now uses her voice to help others navigate their life journeys with her coaching program, Third Verse. In her book, I Walked Through Fire To Get Here, Megan details her healing journey as a survivor of sex trafficking.

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Tuesday marked the eighteenth day of the Karen Read murder trial with seven witnesses taking the stand. The late Officer John O'Keefe's 16-year-old niece and 13-year-old nephew testified and described his relationship with Read as one on the decline. Read denies the accusations made against her in the case, and her defense instead claims that she has been framed.

FOX 25 Reporter Ted Daniel shares his coverage of the trial and unpacks this week's testimonies. Later, he discusses the reactions that the Karen Read case has garnered within the Boston community.

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Emily revisits her conversation with Retired NYPD Detective and Co-Host of the Gold Shields podcast Tom Smith to discuss his role in a heart-racing hostage rescue operation.

In 2008, a journalist had been taken hostage by an Al-Qaeda-affiliated group. Tom reflects on the strategic coordination of the various law enforcement agencies involved in the case, and how they were able to locate the hostages and safely bring them home successfully.

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This week, law enforcement officers returned to the home of suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann in the aftermath of uncovering a chilling piece of evidence. As investigators searched through the dilapidated Massapequa Park house, they discovered that the Heuermann family was still in possession of a book that featured gruesome and disturbing crime scene photos.

Attorney and retired NYPD Inspector Paul Mauro lays out the chilling developments within the case and explains what new evidence investigators may be searching for.

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For years, Alexis Moore was followed by a dark shadow that consumed every aspect of her life. Whether it was relationships with family and friends, a steady job, finances, or shelter, Alexis's abusive ex did everything in his power to destroy her life. But one encounter with this monster forced Alexis to take matters into her own hands to take back control of her story.

Attorney Alexis Moore details her harrowing experience with her stalker and discusses why she sees herself not as a victim, but as a strong survivor instead. Later, Alexis exposes how the dark and devastating reality of stalking and domestic violence differs from how it's glamorized in the media.

Alexis Moore is an attorney, author, and advocate for other survivors of stalking and abuse. In her book, Surviving A Cyberstalker, she provides a framework for readers to protect themselves, as well as the resources needed to fight back.

 If you or a loved one has experienced domestic violence, visit The National Domestic Violence Hotline or call 800.799.SAFE (7233).

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On February 24th, 2020, Jorge Torres Jr. suffered one of the most horrifying deaths imaginable. The 42-year-old suffocated to death inside a suitcase at his home in Winter Park, Florida. The chilling circumstances of his death are attributed to an alleged drunken game of hide and seek with his girlfriend, Sarah Boone. Boone claims that she passed out, only to wake up and find him unresponsive. However, a video allegedly recorded from her cell phone tells a different story.

FOX 35 Orlando Reporter Stephanie Buffamonte lays out the disturbing details of this case. Later, she discusses the legal battles that Boone faces and what listeners can expect as her trial approaches.

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During her 27 years with the Central Intelligence Agency, Jonna Mendez worked her way up from secretary, all the way to Chief of Disguise. Her creativity, intelligence, and independence propelled her through the ranks, and her proficiency with cameras, photography, and disguise impressed her colleagues. It wasn't an easy journey, but Jonna paved the way for other strong, intelligent, and talented women in male-dominated fields.

Former CIA Chief of Disguise Jonna Mendez reflects on her illustrious career and details dangerous, impactful, and hilarious stories from her time with the agency.

In 1993, Jonna Mendez was awarded the CIA's Intelligence Commendation Medal for her incredible work within the agency. Now an author, speaker, lecturer, and teacher, she details her high-stakes position and the impact and legacy she leaves behind in her new memoir, In True Face: A Woman's Life in the CIA, Unmasked.

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