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398 episodes

After Show: Blood on the Door

Deborah Roberts talks with producer Blue Browning about what drew him to a story about a mother’s quest for justice for her murdered daughter, and how he was able to find footage of a young woman whose life was cut short before smart phones made video ubiquitous. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24m
May 12
The Crime Scene: 20 Years in Captivity

A woman in Connecticut is accused of keeping her stepson in captivity for two decades. In a desperate bid to escape, the stepson set the house on fire — and is now sharing his story with the police. Follow The Crime Scene Weekly! You can find the show on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

30m
May 12
Bad Romance: Doomsday's Bride

A look into the case of Lori Vallow just after a guilty verdict in a trial for conspiring to murder her fourth husband. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

47m
May 10
Bad Rap: A "Good Juror"

As the jury pool for Sean Combs' trial is narrowed down, Brian Buckmire does a deep dive into the process. Jury experts say it’s more like jury “de-selection” than selection. Picking a jury is about trying to eliminate potential jurors who might be bad for your side, while leaving the ones who might be favorable. Jury consultant Eric Rudich explains how attorneys try to suss these out. To get access to all the trial updates in this case, follow "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy" on ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you have a question about the case you'd like Brian Buckmire to answer in an upcoming episode, leave a voicemail at (646) 504-3221. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26m
May 09
What Happened to Holly Bobo?: A Scream on Swan Johnson Road

Introducing a new six-part podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "What Happened to Holly Bobo?" In this series, you'll hear about one of the biggest cases in Tennessee history. The series starts here with episode one, "A Scream on Swan Johnson Road." A young nursing student walks into the Tennessee woods — and vanishes. To catch new episodes early, follow What Happened to Holly Bobo for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

38m
May 07
True Crime Vault: Undercover Mother

How far would you go for your child? What one mother did to try to prove her son was innocent of a killing she says he didn't commit. Originally aired: 05/17/2019 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

47m
May 06
The After Show: The Rose Petal Murder

Deborah Roberts talks with ABC Senior National Correspondent Eva Pilgrim about getting an early tip to follow a strange case in South Carolina and how she began doing interviews not knowing where they would lead.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21m
May 05
Bad Rap: Countdown

As the podcast shifts into trial coverage mode, host and ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire analyzes wins for both the prosecution and the defense in terms of what evidence the jury may see. To keep up with what’s sure to be a dramatic trial, follow "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy" on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16m
May 04
The Rose Petal Murder

Music, a bicycle and rose petals are clues to catch the killer of a South Carolina mom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 26m
May 03
The Crime Scene: 'Doomsday Mom' Found Guilty, Again

Lori Vallow Daybell, known as the "Doomsday Mom," is already serving time for the murder of two of her children. Now, she has been convicted of conspiring to kill her ex-husband, adding another dark chapter to a chilling chain of events. Follow The Crime Scene Weekly! You can find the show on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Amazon Music⁠, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

34m
May 02
Bad Rap: USA v. Sean Combs

Today, we're bringing you episode six of the latest podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy." Sean Combs now awaits trial in Brooklyn's infamous Metropolitan Detention Center. In May, his highly publicized case is scheduled to go to trial. What do we know about the charges Diddy faces, the case prosecutors plan to present, and how his legal team might try to get him acquitted? Host and attorney Brian Buckmire breaks down the legal issues of Diddy's upcoming trial with Aaron Katersky, Sean Combs now awaits trial in Brooklyn's infamous Metropolitan Detention Center. In May, his highly publicized case is scheduled to go to trial. What do we know about the charges Diddy faces, the case prosecutors plan to present, and how his legal team might try to get him acquitted? Host and attorney Brian Buckmire breaks down the legal issues of Diddy's upcoming trial with Aaron Katersky, Chief Investigative Correspondent for ABC News. Remember, you can catch new episodes of "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy" early by following the show on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Amazon Music⁠, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

35m
Apr 30
'What Happened to Holly Bobo?': Trailer

"Bad Romance" will return next week. Today, we wanted to share the trailer for a new 20/20 and ABC Audio podcast, "What Happened to Holly Bobo?" Nearly 15 years ago, a young nursing student disappeared from her home in rural Tennessee. A few years later, Holly Bobo's remains are found -- not far from where she went missing. And even after suspects go to prison for her death, the question remains for some: What happened to Holly Bobo? Listen to the first episode next Tuesday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and other podcast apps -- or next Wednesday, right here in 20/20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2m
Apr 29
The After Show: Bad Romance

Deborah Roberts and ABC News Contributor Ryan Smith, who hosts the 20/20 limited run series 'Bad Romance,' discuss the combustable mix of love and true crime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28m
Apr 28
The Crime Scene: Diddy on Trial

For decades, music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs was one of the most powerful people in hip-hop. But now, he faces federal charges that could put him behind bars for life. Follow The Crime Scene Weekly to get new episodes early! You can find the podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

39m
Apr 25
Bad Rap: Downfall

Today, we're bringing you episode five of the latest podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy." As the wave of civil lawsuits against Diddy continues to grow, in March of 2024, federal agents raid two of his properties in connection to a human trafficking investigation. Just a couple months later, an old video of Diddy beating, kicking and dragging his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in the hallway of a hotel surfaces, with devastating consequences. He publicly apologizes for his behavior and says he went to therapy. By September 2024, he’s arrested and indicted on federal charges of racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution. He pleads not guilty to all charges. If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault, please call the National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE or go to rainn.org. Remember, you can catch new episodes of "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy" early by following the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

51m
Apr 23
Bad Romance: Barefoot Witness

A teacher's murder reveals an affair and a secret pregnancy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

47m
Apr 22
The After Show: Unlucky Numbers

A man wins $30 million dollars  in 2006 from the Florida lottery, but three years later, he mysteriously vanishes. His case would become a tangled whodunnit. Deborah Roberts talks with ABC’s Matt Gutman about his prison interview with the convicted killer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20m
Apr 21
Unlucky Numbers

When a $30 million dollar lottery winner vanishes under mysterious circumstances, police begin an investigation and there is no shortage of suspects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 26m
Apr 19
The Crime Scene: Wife of Green Beret Charged with His Murder

In January, a retired Green Beret named Clint Bonnell vanished without a trace. Now, his wife has been charged with his gruesome murder, and his girlfriend is sharing her side of the story. Follow The Crime Scene Weekly to get new episodes early! You can find the podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22m
Apr 18
Bad Rap: Before and After

Today, we're bringing you episode three of the latest podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy." Soon after Cassie and Diddy end their relationship, Diddy rebrands himself again, as Sean “Love” Combs. He's on his way to becoming hip hop’s third billionaire, wins lifetime achievement awards and gets the key to New York City. But in 2023, Cassie files a 35-page lawsuit against him, alleging he physically and sexually abused her. Her suit is settled quickly and quietly, but it's just the beginning of Diddy's legal issues. In the weeks and months following Cassie's suit, he's hit with dozens more lawsuits from people alleging he abused them too. Combs denies abusing anyone. If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault, please call the National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE or go to rainn.org. Remember, you can catch new episodes of "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy" early by following the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

36m
Apr 16
Bad Romance: Love You to Death

A bride is murdered 48 hours before the wedding; police uncover a double life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

47m
Apr 15
The After Show: Sex, Knives and Videotape

Deborah Roberts talks with ABC News Contributor Pat LaLama  about what made Monica Sementilli’s trial one of the most interesting she’s ever had to cover in her decades as a crime reporter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28m
Apr 14
Sex, Knives, and Videotape

A beloved celebrity hairstylist is found murdered in his own home. Was it a burglary gone wrong or something more sinister? His family searches for justice and answers. Who killed Fabio? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 26m
Apr 12
The Crime Scene: Karen Read Murder Retrial Begins

The high-profile murder trial of Karen Reed captivated millions and divided a tight-knit Massachusetts community. Now, a year after her first trial ended in a hung jury, Karen Read is back in court being tried for murder again. Follow The Crime Scene Weekly to get new episodes early! You can find the podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

30m
Apr 11
Bad Rap: Me & U

Today, we're bringing you episode three of the latest podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy." In this episode, Diddy signs a young singer with a hit single who’s on the fast track to fame. Cassie Ventura reportedly agrees to a 10-album deal. They become romantically involved and Cassie’s career flatlines, leaving fans wondering why she only released one studio album. We chart their decade-long relationship -- from the glamorous red carpet appearances to allegations of hidden abuse. A warning that this episode includes discussion of sexual violence and abuse. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please call the domestic violence hotline at: 1-800-942-6906 or go to https://www.thehotline.org. Remember, you can catch new episodes of "Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy" early by following the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

55m
Apr 09
Bad Romance: Web of Lies

A husband is praised for killing his wife's alleged murderer until three photos help unmask a killer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

47m
Apr 08
The After Show: Family Lies?

Deborah Roberts talk with producer Jonathan Balthaser about this deadly family drama, including the complex relationships, unanswered questions, and what is was like to shoot out on the ocean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

27m
Apr 07
Family Lies?

A deadly family drama involving an inheritance, a mother lost at sea and never-before-heard revelations about the shocking search and rescue mystery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 26m
Apr 05
The Crime Scene: The Menendez Brothers' Fight For Freedom

Introducing a new podcast for the true crime-obsessed, "The Crime Scene Weekly," hosted by Brad Mielke. Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime: what all your favorite podcasts are covering, and what's taking over your TikTok feed. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. In this week's episode, hear how more than three decades after the murder of their parents, the Menendez brothers are back in the spotlight and fighting for their freedom. New developments could change the course of their future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

31m
Apr 04
True Crime Vault: Slender Man Attackers

Interviews with key people connected to the 2014 case, in which two 12-year-olds stabbed their friend 19 times and left her for dead, in an effort to appease the mysterious fictional character known as Slender Man. Originally aired: 02/09/18 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

47m
Apr 03