The FOX True Crime Podcast

Emily revisits her conversation with retired East Orange Detective Joseph Juliano and Yolanda Silvera to discuss her story of survival following a brutal attack.

In 2006, Yolanda became the final victim of serial killer Noah Cuebas. Yolanda was carjacked, raped, shot, and left to die. Despite the odds, she survived and made a remarkable recovery. Detective Juliano worked on the investigation and discusses the details of the case. Later, Yolanda shares her message of hope and determination.

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For nine days, Susan Smith spoke to reporters, pleading for the safe return of her two sons, 3-year-old Michael and 14-month-old Alexander. On October 25th, 1994, she alleged that an African American man carjacked her at gunpoint and kidnapped her children. However, on November 3rd, 1994, Susan's car was retrieved from a lake, along with the bodies of her young sons. That day, Susan revealed her story was a lie, and that she was the killer for whom the community searched.

State Representative Tommy Pope was the 16th Circuit Solicitor in South Carolina and prosecuted the Susan Smith case. He discusses his work on the high-profile trial and reflects on her conviction 30 years later.

Tommy Pope currently serves as the Speaker Pro Tempore in the South Carolina House of Representatives and serves as a South Carolina House Member from the 47th District. In 2008, he was awarded South Carolina's highest civilian honor, the Order of the Palmetto.

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Far too often as missing person and cold cases scatter the headlines, the victim at the center of the investigation gets forgotten. Meanwhile, families and communities are left grieving their loved one, holding on to hope for answers and justice.

One grassroots organization works to provide support and assistance to these families and law enforcement alike to bring progress to these investigations. Founder and Director of A Voice For The Voiceless Whitney Sich shares why and how she created the nonprofit and discusses how she builds campaigns to create amplification for cold cases. Later, she sheds light on both active and cold cases her organization has worked to help.

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For healthcare workers, the oath to "do no harm" is a guiding principle that shapes their everyday care for the sick and vulnerable. Amy Loughren was motivated to pursue a career in nursing so that she could protect others. Life as an ICU nurse wasn't always easy, but she knew she could count on her friend and coworker, Charles Cullen, for a laugh. What she didn't know, was that he was secretly one of the most prolific serial killers in the country.

Nurse Amy Loughren shares the story of how she aided law enforcement in their investigation of Charles Cullen and describes the thrilling details of how she secretly recorded their conversations. Later, she discusses how she's still advocating for other healthcare workers today.

In order to support healthcare workers, Amy Loughren created Most Important Patient retreats as a way to address burnout, trauma, and fatigue in the medical field.

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Suspected Long Island serial killer Rex Heuermann appeared in court on Tuesday where he was charged with the murder of a fourth victim: 25-year-old Maureen Brainard-Barnes. Last summer, Heuermann was first arrested in connection to the murders of three other victims. Together, the women were known as the 'Gilgo Four.' Heuermann has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him.

Attorney, retired NYPD Inspector, and FOX News Contributor Paul Mauro explains the latest court updates in the case and examines the latest evidence against Heuermann.

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Residents of Mason City, Iowa woke up to the sunny smile of KIMT News Anchor Jodi Huisentruit as she hosted her morning show, Daybreak. One morning, Jodi was running late for her broadcast. When she failed to show up for work, her colleagues called the police. As they arrived at Jodi's apartment complex, they discovered her empty car, her scattered belongings, and drag marks on the ground. No trace of Jodi has been found, nor has a suspect been named in her case.

Find Jodi team member and podcaster Scott Fuller lays out the facts of Jodi's disappearance and explains where her case stands today. He shares mysterious facts from the investigation and describes the reaction from her community all these years later.

If you have tips or information about Jodi's case, call and leave a message at (641) 999-1109 or visit FindJodi.com.

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On January 13th, 1996, nine-year-old Amber Hagerman was last seen alive while riding her brand-new pink bike in Arlington, Texas. Witnesses reported seeing a man in a black pickup truck abduct the young girl before driving away. Four days later, her body was found in a nearby creek. To this day, her murder remains unsolved. Her case shocked the country and ultimately led to the creation of the AMBER Alert.

Vice President of the Missing Children's Division at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children John Bischoff explains how the AMBER Alert system works and shares how it plays a crucial role in aiding investigations of missing and abducted children.

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For years, Chinese residents of New York City lived in fear of vicious gang violence. One gang, the Fujianese Flying Dragons, frequently targeted local Chinese businesses and undocumented immigrants for robberies, kidnappings, and extortion. In 1995, the extent of their ruthless crimes was revealed when authorities discovered the grisly murder of a woman in Borough Park, Brooklyn. Attached to her body was a King of Clubs card and a note taunting the police.

Retired NYPD Detective Sergeant and Co-Host of the Gold Shields podcast Dan Murphy provides the gripping details of his cross-country hunt for the killers. He shares how the Major Case Squad was able to uncover one of the city's most formidable, organized crime rings.

During his career, Dan Murphy was also a member of the Joint Terrorism Task Force. He has served as Chief Security Officer for U.S. Bancorp and held membership with the Public Safety Liaison Section of the International Association of Chiefs of Police.

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Jana Monroe was a trailblazer who rose through the ranks while at the FBI. Although she investigated some of the country's most notorious serial killers, many are familiar with her work in the movie industry. As the only female at the Bureau's Behavioral Sciences Unit in Quantico, VA, Jana was selected to help Jodie Foster prepare for her iconic role as FBI trainee, Clarice Starling in the film, The Silence of the Lambs.

Retired FBI Special Agent Jana Monroe separates FBI fact from Hollywood fiction and provides a look at her behind-the-scenes work on the film. She shares what it was like to provide consultation and shares which killers served as inspiration for the movie's chilling characters.

In her memoir, Hearts of Darkness: Serial Killers, The Behavioral Science Unit, and My Life as a Woman in the FBI, Jana provides a detailed look at her incredible career in law enforcement and intelligence analysis. 

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For weeks, 36-year-old Joan Rogers and her two teenage daughters, Michelle and Christe, had eagerly awaited summer break so that they could embark on their first vacation outside their home state of Ohio. The trio set out to enjoy the sandy beaches of Florida, but the trip soon took a deadly turn. On June 4th, 1989, their bodies were found hogtied and undressed, floating in Tampa Bay.

Retired FBI Special Agent Jana Monroe worked on the case from beginning to end. She details the barriers she broke which ultimately led to her work on the investigation, and later shares how she was able to catch the man responsible for the heinous killings: Oba Chandler.

Jana had an illustrious career within the FBI. As the first female to earn a position in the Bureau's elite Behavioral Sciences Unit, she profiled many notorious killers and violent criminals for various law enforcement agencies. She later served as Special Agent In Charge in the FBI's field offices in Los Angeles, CA, and Phoenix AZ. She also served as the first Assistant Director of the FBI Cyber Division.

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