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PODCAST

Behind The Verdict

Jon Horford & Myrene Koch

Welcome to Behind the Verdict, a gripping podcast that takes you behind the scenes of high-profile criminal cases, delving deep into the investigation, prosecution, and ultimately, the pursuit of justice. Each episode takes you through the untold stories, overlooked details, and shocking revelations that often get lost in the headlines. New episodes drop every Tuesday morning at 6am ET!Meet the Hosts:Myrene Koch - a seasoned Prosecuting Attorney with nearly 25 years of experience in criminal

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45:38

Aileen Wuornos: America's First Female Serial Killer

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/11/25

Aileen Wuornos is remembered as America’s first female serial killer—but her story is tangled in trauma, survival, and contradiction. This episode breaks down her claims of abuse, the killings, and the legal decisions that shaped one of the most controversial cases in criminal history.

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42:45

Wrongful Incarceration in the United States

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/11/18

America’s justice system gets it right most of the time — but when it fails, the consequences are devastating. From the Central Park Five to ICE detention centers, this episode of Behind the Verdict examines how the absence of accountability and empathy can turn the pursuit of justice into the destruction of innocent lives.

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49:14

The Murdaugh Murders pt. 2

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/11/11

Was the Alex Murdaugh case really as simple as it seemed? In this episode, we explore some of the conspiracy theories floating through our comments and the internet—from cartel ties and second shooter claims to boat accident revenge rumors. We’re not saying they’re true - we’re asking why so many people believe them.

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57:49

The Ed Gein Case

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/11/04

A quiet Wisconsin farmer was hiding a nightmarish secret: murdered women, grave-robbed corpses, and human remains turned into household objects. We break down the crimes, the psychological unraveling, and the shocking legacy of Ed Gein, the real-life inspiration behind some of horror’s most iconic killers.

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60:29

The Temujin Kensu Case

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/10/31

A 1986 parking-lot murder leads to life in prison for Temujin Kensu. Prosecutors say he was a jealous ex who threatened the victim and could have secretly flown 400 miles to kill him. Supporters argue the case relied on a biased photo lineup, a jailhouse informant who later admitted receiving benefits, and the fact that nine neutral witnesses placed Kensu hours away at the time of the shooting. We examine the evidence that convinced a jury—and the evidence that has fueled decades of doubt.

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23:41

The Thabo Bester Case

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/10/21

We dive into the jaw-dropping saga of Thabo Bester, a convicted criminal who faked his own death in prison, and Dr. Nandipha Magudumana, the celebrity doctor allegedly entwined in his escape plan. Was Magudumana the mastermind helping him slip away, or was she manipulated into complicity?

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30:58

The Tony Earls Jr. Case

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/10/14

We unpack the tragic and controversial case of Tony Earls Jr., who was recently convicted of manslaughter in the 2022 shooting death of 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez. we discuss the sentencing, the impact on Arlene’s family, and the broader questions this case raises about self-defense, fear, and responsibility

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37:39

The Chappaquiddick Incident

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/10/08

In 1969, Senator Ted Kennedy’s car plunged off a bridge, killing 28-year-old Mary Jo Kopechne. What really happened that night on Chappaquiddick Island — and how did power and privilege shape the outcome?

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49:58

America’s School Shooting Crisis

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/09/24

Schools should be safe havens—but in America, they’ve become the scene of unthinkable violence. In this episode of Behind the Verdict, we examine the rise of school shootings, the devastating impact on students and families, and the hard questions about whether these tragedies can be prevented.

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34:50

The Annunciation School Shooting

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/09/16

A sanctuary shattered. In this episode of Behind the Verdict, we break down the Annunciation School shooting in Minnesota—who the victims were, what drove the gunman, and whether this tragedy could have been prevented.

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44:45

The Markel–Adelson Murder

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/09/10

A bitter custody battle turned deadly. In this episode of Behind the Verdict, we uncover how prosecutors say Donna Adelson and her family plotted the murder of FSU law professor Dan Markel—and the shocking trail of evidence that unraveled the case.

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34:56

The Murdaugh Murders

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/09/03

The Murdaugh murders shook South Carolina’s Lowcountry—an influential family, a double homicide, and a tangled web of power, corruption, and crime. When Maggie and Paul Murdaugh were found murdered on their family estate in 2021, suspicion soon turned toward Alex Murdaugh, the family’s powerful patriarch. What followed was a shocking unraveling: financial crimes, staged shootings, decades of cover-ups, and a trial that exposed the dark underbelly of privilege.

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39:05

The Idaho College Murders pt. 3

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/08/26

We plunge into the chilling aftermath of the sentencing, uncovering the haunting details that surfaced in its wake. We’ll explore the intriguing theories swirling around the murders and take a closer look at the formidable challenges the killer now confronts as they grapple with life behind bars.

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48:03

The Epstein Files pt. 2

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/08/19

We explore intriguing theories surrounding Epstein's mysterious death. Who might be pulling the strings behind the scenes? How involved could Donald Trump be? And what about the possibility that Epstein had connections to the CIA?

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31:16

The Epstein Files pt. 1

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/08/12

Jeffrey Epstein was a billionaire financier with no clear source of wealth, a private island, a jet nicknamed the "Lolita Express," and a network of connections reaching the highest levels of politics, business, and royalty. But behind the luxury and influence was something far darker — a decades-long sex trafficking operation targeting vulnerable underage girls.From Epstein's rise through elite social circles and his suspicious 2008 plea deal, to the brave survivors who came forward and the

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51:51

The Idaho College Murders pt. 2

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/08/05

We break down the timeline of events, the forensic evidence that led to Kohberger’s arrest, and the controversial plea deal that allowed him to avoid the death penalty. Why did he do it? Why were two roommates spared? And was justice truly served?

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29:49

The Idaho College Murders pt. 1

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/07/29

On a quiet November morning in 2022, four University of Idaho students were found brutally murdered in their off-campus home—no signs of forced entry, no cries for help, and two roommates left unharmed. The shocking crime gripped the nation, sparking online theories, community fear, and an intensive investigation that led to the arrest of Bryan Kohberger—a criminology Ph.D. student who studied the psychology of killers.

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35:57

The Sandra Birchmore Case

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/07/22

When 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore was found dead in her apartment, police ruled it a suicide. But behind the scenes was a disturbing truth — Sandra had been groomed by a Stoughton police officer since she was 15. She was pregnant, and he didn’t want the world to know. Years later, that same officer was indicted for her murder. Was this a tragic suicide — or a calculated cover-up?

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42:10

The January 6th Insurrection

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/07/15

The events of January 6th sent shockwaves through our democracy, challenging one of its fundamental principles: the peaceful transfer of power. But what fueled this extraordinary insurrection, and why have those who incited it largely evaded accountability?

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36:25

Project Ajax and the Destruction of Iran's Democracy

Behind The Verdict ·

2025/07/08

Project Ajax led to the coup that put Iran on a path to form the country it is today. What happened in 1953, and why were the United States and Great Britain involved?

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