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Court Junkie

Imagine being wrongfully convicted for a crime you didn"t commit, or imagine your child"s killer is still on the loose even though there"s enough evidence for an arrest. I want to help shine light on the injustices of our judicial system. I delve into court documents, attend trials, and interview those close to the case to help me tell their stories.

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01:05:59

Ep 159: The Ex-Boyfriend (Maxwell Brack Trial)

Court Junkie ·

2021/06/02

In December 2015, 24-year-old Kajavia Globe was found deceased outside a vacant home near Detroit, Michigan. While on trial for her murder, the suspect takes the stand and declares his innocence, telling the jury they got the wrong guy. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. LifeLock - Join today by going to LifeLock.com/COURT to save up to 25% off your first year. Talkspace - Get $100 off

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00:51:01

Ep 158: Patrick Pursley - Changing The Law

Court Junkie ·

2021/05/24

In 1994, Patrick Pursley was convicted of murder. 23 years later, after filing his own appeals and pushing for a change in Illinois law, he was finally granted a new trial. To read more about what Patrick Pursley is up to, check out his website www.iamkidculture.org. Sponsors in this episode: Peloton - Get started on your Peloton journey. Go to onepeloton.com to learn more. June’s Journey - Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus

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00:59:42

Ep 157: Someone’s Knocking On The Door

Court Junkie ·

2021/05/17

In August 2017, a young girl was tragically murdered in her home, while at home alone. Her final text messages to her mother could provide a clue to the killer’s identity. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. LifeLock - Join today by going to LifeLock.com/COURT to save up to 25% off your first year. NetSuite -

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Ep 156: The Troubled Marriage

Court Junkie ·

2021/05/10

Lanny and Donna Horwitz started dating when they were teenagers. They got married, then divorced, married again, and then divorced again. They reunited one last time - before one night would change their lives forever. Sponsors in this episode: Rothy's - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Talkspace - Get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show by using the code COURT at talkspace.com. LifeLock - Join today by going to

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01:10:38

Ep 155: The Disappearance of Vicki Prokopovitz

Court Junkie ·

2021/05/03

Vicki Prokopovitz disappeared from her home in April 2013, and has never been located. Investigators, however, believe she was murdered, and they believe they know who did it. But at the suspect’s trial, could they prove their theory? If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please consider reaching out for help: https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to

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00:47:26

Ep 154: 9 Minutes and 29 Seconds (Derek Chauvin Trial...

Court Junkie ·

2021/04/27

On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police responded to a call of a possible counterfeit bill. By the time the officers left, 46-year-old George Floyd was dead. In this episode, I cover the Defense’s case against former officer Derek Chauvin, as well as the closing arguments and the verdict. To check out the trial in its entirety, visit Law & Crime’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoW1SIeAWaWaKZVNz3OFNMkdy_NLc_L4J Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a

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01:22:24

Ep 154: 9 Minutes and 29 Seconds (Derek Chauvin Trial...

Court Junkie ·

2021/04/26

On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police responded to a call of a possible counterfeit bill. By the time the officers left, 46-year-old George Floyd was dead. In this episode, I cover the Prosecution's case against former officer Derek Chauvin. This was a lengthy trial with a lot of evidence and testimony, so I ended up dividing it up into two parts. Part 2 will be released tomorrow. Sponsors in this episode: Blueprint - For the first 100 listeners who go to BlueprintPrep.com and use promo code COURT,

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00:52:37

Ep 153: The Perfect Couple (Part 2)

Court Junkie ·

2021/04/19

No one disputes who shot and killed Diane Smith McIver - her husband, Tex McIver. But was it a tragic accident, or was it murder? Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. NetSuite - Schedule your FREE Product Tour RIGHT NOW at NetSuite.com/COURT. Thrive Causemetics - Visit Thrive Causemetics.com/courtjunkie for 15% off your first order. LifeLock - Join today by going to LifeLock.com/COURT to

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01:06:14

Ep 153: The Perfect Couple (Part 1)

Court Junkie ·

2021/04/13

No one disputes who shot and killed Diane Smith McIver - her husband, Tex McIver. But was it a tragic accident, or was it murder? Sponsors in this episode: Rothys - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of Order. Go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code junkie50. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. June’s Journey -

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00:47:36

Ep 152: The Alibi

Court Junkie ·

2021/04/05

After a 32-year-old mother of two disappeared from a small town in Michigan, her husband became the immediate suspect. But with an ironclad alibi, could he really have been the killer? Thank you to Rex Hall Jr. from the Kalamazoo Gazette for talking to us about this case. Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for

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Ep 151: The Kidnapping

Court Junkie ·

2021/03/29

In May 2019, an 8-year-old girl was kidnapped from Ft. Worth, Texas. In this episode, we take a look at the intensive searches and investigation that followed. NOTE: This is a true story, but names have been disguised to protect identities of the victim and her family. Sponsors in this episode: Fitish - Try Fitish and get 15% off your order by using the code COURT15 at Fitish.com. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code

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Ep 150: The Top Prospect

Court Junkie ·

2021/03/22

In March 2011, Brandon Willie Martin was living out his dream, after being drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays. But just four years later, he would be facing charges of murder. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Uprising - Be one of the first 1,000 to use the code COURT at Uprisingfood.com/court and get free standard shipping. Check out the sampler bundle today! Fitish - Try Fitish and get 15%

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00:55:39

Ep 149: Cyntoia Brown

Court Junkie ·

2021/03/15

In this episode, we take a deeper look into the Cyntoia Brown case - how it all started, and where it stands today. Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for up to 50% less. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Fitish - Try Fitish

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01:05:00

Ep 148: The Bottom of the Stairs

Court Junkie ·

2021/03/08

In March 2007, Karl Hoerig was found dead at the bottom of his staircase. Who killed him, and why? Sponsors in this episode: Rothys - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Talkspace - Get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show by using the code COURT at Talkspace.com. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off

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00:53:59

SIDEBAR: “The system failed. This can’t happen.”

Court Junkie ·

2021/03/05

NOTE: Please excuse audio issues - the joys of Zoom calls! One day soon, we hope to record together in the studio. Until then, Zoom, it is. In this episode of Sidebar, Jillian and Brittnee chat about the most recent Court Junkie cases, including: - Tai Chan - Sandra Melgar - Lori McConnell - Kayle Fleischauer Jillian also goes over some updates in past Court Junkie cases: - Alexis Murphy - Joel Guy Jr. Then, Jillian shares an interview she did with Valerie Pavilonis, University Editor with the Yale

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00:51:12

Ep 147: Accomplice to Murder

Court Junkie ·

2021/03/01

Prosecutors say Erica Stefanko played a crucial role in the murder of 25-year-old Ashley Biggs, but can they prove it in court? Sponsors in this episode: 1800-CONTACTS - Order online at 1800Contacts.com. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Uprising - Be one of the first 1,000 to use the code COURT at Uprisingfood.com/court and get free standard shipping. Check out the sampler bundle today! Jordan Harbinger Show -

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01:05:05

Ep 146: The Shooting Death of Chase Fleischauer

Court Junkie ·

2021/02/22

In April 2018, two siblings went to go visit their father for the weekend. Only one of them would leave the house alive. Today’s case examines the case of Chase Fleischauer, and the trial of his father, Kayle Fleischauer. Sponsors in this episode: Purely Elizabeth - Get 25% off your first order on all Purely Elizabeth products by using code: COURTJUNKIE at checkout on purelyelizabeth.com. Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get

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00:48:12

Ep 145: When The System Fails - The Lori McConnell Story

Court Junkie ·

2021/02/15

On July 10, 2018, the lives of Lori McConnell’s children were changed forever. The system that was supposed to save her, didn’t. Thank you to Ryan VanDoren and Lora Bennett for sharing their story with us. Sponsors in this episode: 1800-CONTACTS - Order online at 1800Contacts.com. Literati - Head to Literati.com/COURT for 25% off your first two orders. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Purely Elizabeth - Get 25%

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00:51:48

Ep 144: Home Invasion or Murder From The Inside?...

Court Junkie ·

2021/02/08

It’s a case that has been covered and picked apart for years, yet there are still many questions that linger. In December 2012, Houston police responded to a brutal murder scene - Jim Melgar was found dead in his bedroom, while his wife of 32 years, Sandra Melgar, was tied up in a bathroom closet. Sandra told investigators she had suffered a seizure and didn’t know who killed her husband and locked her up. Investigators didn’t believe her, and she was charged and later convicted of his murder. Is

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01:01:13

SIDEBAR: “That was a very bizarre case.”

Court Junkie ·

2021/02/04

In this first episode of Sidebar, Jillian and Brittnee discuss the most recent Court Junkie cases, including: - Skylar Nemetz Joel Guy Jr. David Dooley Jillian also goes over some updates in past Court Junkie cases: - Jamarion Lawhorn - Anita Smithey Then, Jillian and Brittnee discuss the death of Phil Spector and how the media covered it, before diving into cases they are currently following. Those cases include a man who survived multiple attempts on his life, a heroic waitress, and the tragic

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