Crime & Justice with Donna Rotunno

Criminal defense attorney Thomas Kenniff joins Donna to provide an exclusive look inside the successful criminal defense of Marine veteran Daniel Penny. Tom explains the "sticky" facts of the subway incident, the political pressure that led to the indictment, and the uphill battle Daniel Penny faces in his current civil wrongful death lawsuit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The tragic death of NHL stars Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau has sparked a fierce legal battle over blood alcohol science. Donna Rotunno and criminal defense attorney Imran Ansari analyze the defense's move to toss the indictment against Sean Higgins. They examine the high bar for dismissing charges and whether a jury can truly set aside the immense sympathy for the Gaudreau family. Plus, a look at former client Harvey Weinstein’s third New York trial and why this might be his best shot at an acquittal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rex Heuerman, the Long Island serial killer, has pleaded guilty to eight murders and agreed to sit down with the FBI Behavioral Analysis Unit. Fox News Digital reporter Mike Ruiz explains the "rootless hair" DNA evidence that cornered Heuermann and details his upcoming sentencing. Then, renowned forensic psychologist Dr. Kris Mohandie examines the "mask of normalcy" serial killers wear and what the FBI BAU hopes to extract from one of the most prolific predators in New York history. Watch Crime & Justice on Spotify. Spotify Premium users get no commercial breaks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blake Lively’s legal battle against actor/director Justin Baldoni hit a major roadblock after a judge dismissed her sexual harassment and assault claims. Criminal defense attorney Mark Eiglarsh joins Donna to break down the PR spin surrounding the remaining retaliation charges and why the narrative is shifting. Donna and Mark explore the "Taylor Swift Effect," analyzing how the threat of a public deposition may force a settlement to protect Swift’s brand. They also discuss the fallout for Ryan Reynolds, who faces scrutiny after inserting himself into a production he wasn't part of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Defense attorneys for the alleged killer of Charlie Kirk, Tyler Robinson, are on a mission to keep cameras out of the courtroom, arguing that social media algorithms will prevent a fair trial. Utah-based criminal defense attorney Skye Lazaro joins Donna to analyze the discovery of a palm print at the crime scene, and the strategic "red herrings" regarding ballistics evidence. They explore why this capital homicide case is moving at a snail’s pace and what to expect from the April 17th hearing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Congressman Eric Swalwell resigns amid a sex crime probe. Donna and Orange County-based Criminal Defense Attorney Jacqueline Goodman analyze the legal stakes. As the former congressman suspends his gubernatorial campaign and exits Congress, the legal battle is just beginning. Donna Rotunno and Jacqueline weigh in on the specific allegations and the thin line between ethical lapses and criminal behavior. They break down the "memory mosaic" and what the prosecution needs to prove in a high-stakes investigation involving potential charges of rape and assault. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donna and trial attorney Anne Bremner discuss the harrowing testimony of the wife who lived to tell her story and the bombshell FaceTime call from the defendant's own son that may have sealed his fate. They examine the "first aggressor" defense, the mysterious missing syringe, and why a prominent doctor chose to go to trial rather than accept a plea deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tiger Woods faces potential jail time in Martin County as legal experts debate if his DUI crash will lead to a conviction. Donna and former Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg discuss the uphill battle for prosecutors, the impact of high-stakes body cam footage, and whether the golf legend's "special treatment" has finally run out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Watts murdered his pregnant wife and daughters in 2018, but the family’s nightmare continues through online abuse. Donna sits down with Tom Grant, lawyer for Shanann Watts’ family, to discuss her "re-victimization". They explore the dark side of true crime fandom, the push for "Shanann’s Law," and whether Section 230 should finally be reformed to hold social media platforms accountable for targeted harassment and defamation. FOLLOW CRIME & JUSTICE YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crimejusticepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donna and former NYPD Chief of Department John Chell dissect the case of a Boston police officer who is facing manslaughter charges just eight days after a violent carjacking ended in a deadly shooting. Fox News Correspondent Molly Line highlights mixed reactions from city leadership and specific concerns about the District Attorney's decision to press charges before a grand jury review. FOLLOW CRIME & JUSTICE YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crimejusticepod X: https://x.com/CrimeJusticePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crimejusticepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kouri Richins is guilty. Donna Rotunno and criminal defense attorney Jonna Spilbor delve into the "thousand cuts" of evidence that sealed her fate. From suspicious Google searches for "luxury prisons" to a "walk the dog" jailhouse letter, they examine how the children's author failed to orchestrate a not-guilty verdict. Plus, a look at the chilling financial motive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A college student's life is cut short in a deadly ambush. Donna is joined by retired Chicago Police Chief of Detectives Eugene Roy to dissect the "senseless and preventable" killing of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman on the Chicago lakefront by an illegal immigrant. The duo challenges the "victim-shaming" rhetoric from local officials and critiques the leadership of Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson regarding sanctuary policies and the Safety Act's elimination of cash bail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Murdaugh's defense attorney and author of Dig Me a Grave, Dick Harpootlian, joins Donna to break down the high-stakes appeal of the convicted murderer. Harpootlian reveals behind-the-scenes details of the investigation into Court Clerk Becky Hill, who is accused of pressuring jurors to secure a guilty verdict for book royalties. From the "ridiculous" financial motive arguments to the "sinister" behavior of court staff, they analyze whether the foundation of the justice system has been cracked. Plus, a look at the reality of Alex Murdaugh's life behind bars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donna and WSJ’s Valerie Bauerlein dive into the South Carolina Supreme Court’s recent arguments on jury tampering and the potential for a new trial for Alex Murdaugh. Valerie describes the power and influence the Murdaughs held over the Lowcountry and explores the rot that brought a legal empire crashing down. Plus, an update on Murdaugh’s surviving son, Buster, and the single piece of digital evidence that sealed Alex's fate. Valerie Bauerlein is an investigative reporter at The Wall Street Journal and author of The Devil at His Elbow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harvey Weinstein breaks his silence from Rikers Island, while John Gotti's grandson Carmine Agnello makes a desperate mercy plea to the court. Donna Rotunno and criminal defense attorney James Leonard weigh in on the legal fallout of Weinstein’s controversial Hollywood Reporter interview and the perplexing "Boca Bash" attempted murder trial involving a 90 Day Fiancé alum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donna Rotunno sits down with Wall Street Journal investigative reporter Valerie Bauerlein to dissect the shooting of Scott Spivey on Camp Swamp Road. After two years of being treated as a case of self-defense, new evidence has emerged, including shocking secret recordings of the shooter, Weldon Boyd. Donna and Valerie explore the thin line between protection and pursuit, the missteps at the crime scene, and a landmark ruling that could change the future of self-defense law in South Carolina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore is facing a career-defining legal battle. Donna Rotunno is breaking down the latest details with FOX Sports Reporter Jackson Thompson. Then, Founder of Achilles PR, Doug Eldridge, joins to dissect the legal strategy and the "court of public opinion". Plus, a look at Britney Spears’ recent arrest, is her direct apology a brilliant legal move or a cry for help? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donna Rotunno and criminal defense attorney David Wohl dissect the legal strategy behind Justin Timberlake’s move to block his DUI bodycam footage and whether the "irreparable harm" standard actually holds up in court. Plus, the pair analyzes Shia LaBeouf’s bizarre "Napoleon complex" defense following his Mardi Gras battery arrest. Finally, Fox News Digital’s Mike Ruiz shares an update in the Nancy Guthrie abduction case, new Ring camera evidence that law enforcement missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donna Rotunno tackles three major cases: first, she and defense attorney Patrick Fagan explore a scientific challenge in the car crash that left NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and brother dead. Next, forensic expert Peter Valentin explores "unforced errors" in difficult cases like Nancy Guthrie. Finally, Donna reports from New York on the high-stakes Clinton depositions tied to Jeffrey Epstein. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donna Rotunno dissects the Kouri Richins trial on Day 3 of testimony. East Idaho News Reporter Nate Eaton joins and reveals explosive text messages and "rich" memes sent just hours after Eric Richins’ death. Later, Donna and renowned criminal defense attorney Catharine O'Daniel scrutinize the apparent “staged" home invasion involving former American Idol contestant Caleb Flynn, now accused of killing his wife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices