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Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald

Heather McDonald & Studio71

Love true crime but yearn for something a bit less dark? You"re in luck. Heather McDonald brings you the lighter side of true crime in the Juicy Crimes podcast! Along with special guests from the legal, journalism, comedy, and celebrity worlds, she explores the greed, the grift, and the gruesome in the juiciest crimes of all time! For advertising opportunities please emailPodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we

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94:12

The Cornell Seven: The New Texts That Change...

Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald ·

2026/10/07

My sister Shannon McDonald Goldstein, defense and criminal law attorney, is back on Juicy Crimes, and we start with the latest on the Cornell Seven. New text messages just surfaced between the 20-year-old sorority member and the first fraternity brother she was with that night. We go through her original 2024 statement to campus police, the ketamine, the "free" Snapchat sent to 54 Chi Phi members, and the Halloween party she was disinvited from. Shannon explains why New York's consent law made it so

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63:58

Hollywood Rumors Can Kill A Career

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2026/09/30

I’m joined by journalist Allen Salkin to dive into his new Hollywood Reporter podcast, Gerbil, which investigates the origins of the infamous, long-running Hollywood urban legend surrounding Richard Gere. We trace my own vivid memory of hearing the wild ER rumor back in the summer of 1989 and break down how pre-internet viral rumors, celebrity gay panic, mass media psychology, and deep-seated Hollywood jealousy fuel these unstoppable urban legends. Along the way, we connect it to the mechanics of

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65:49

American Idol Contestant Accused of Murdering His...

Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald ·

2026/09/23

I am with my sister, criminal defense attorney Shannon McDonald Goldstein, to break down some of the most disturbing cases making headlines: the shocking allegations against Real Housewives of Atlanta's Kim Zolciak's son K.J. Berman, the horrifying murder of Sandra Birchmore by a married police officer who had been grooming her since she was a teenager, the chilling poisoning of pregnant Jade Bening by her boyfriend Blaise Taylor, the massive Colorado forensic scientist scandal involving Yvonne

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65:29

From 10 Kilos of Cocaine to Complete Freedom

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2026/09/16

I sit down with Sharon Yitzhaki, a guest whose unbelievable life story inspired a bestselling book and a feature film centered around a 10-kilo cocaine setup. Sharon shares how leaving Jerusalem at 18 for Amsterdam's artistic freedom led her straight into a whirlwind romance with an older man named Ronnie, who surprised her with a trip to South America only to abandon her in Bolivia. After discovering ten kilos of cocaine hidden inside the custom luggage Ronnie bought her, she was arrested at the

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77:05

Lindsay Clancy and Kim Zolziak's Son Indicted with...

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2026/09/09

I’m sitting down with forensic psychologist Dr. Leslie Dobson for an intense episode where we break down the complex mental health and legal aspects of the horrific Lindsay Clancy case. From there, we tackle the unsettling wild rumors surrounding Hayden Panettiere, before diving headfirst into the terrifying world of AI-generated pornography and the sinister reality of modern human trafficking. But we don't stop there, we’re getting into the latest pop culture drama, including Kim Zolciak’s son

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77:57

The Pastor’s Wife & Brittany Cartwright's Restraining...

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2026/09/02

I'm back with my sister, attorney Shannon McDonald Goldstein, to unpack a wild slate of pop culture drama and high-profile legal sagas. I open up about my personal growth after skipping a wild 10-year anniversary party for a popular adult website. We then dive into the heavy legal realness, breaking down Brittany Cartwright’s temporary restraining order against Jax Taylor, dissecting the harrowing details in her declaration, and analyzing the legal angles. Plus, we give our deep-dive reactions to

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88:36

Frat-House Coke Rings, Lindsay Clancy, and Scott...

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2026/08/26

My criminal defense attorney sister, Shannon, and I break down the massive Penn State fraternity drug-ring bust where pledges were allegedly forced to cut cocaine as part of their hazing. Then, we dissect the wild viral theories and courtroom drama surrounding the Lindsay Clancy trial, debate the bizarre twists in Scott Peterson’s effort to secure a new trial, cover the tragic murder of Colorado teacher Lindsay Barnett, and confront the chilling case of an 18-year-old track star accused of plotting

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77:11

Is the Lindsay Clancy Case a Real-Life True Crime...

Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald ·

2026/08/19

I’m joined by Emmy Award, winning TV writer, Syracuse professor, and creator of the viral TikTok persona @fittedprof, Taylor Vaughn! As someone who scrutinizes narrative arcs for a living, Taylor brings a fascinating, storyteller’s eye to the ongoing Lindsay Clancy trial, the heartbreaking Massachusetts case involving a mother accused of killing her three children while allegedly in the grips of severe postpartum psychosis. Together, we zoom out to dissect the trial's most puzzling plot holes,

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63:29

Lindsay Clancy’s Trial & Conspiracy Theories with...

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2026/08/12

I’m sitting down with former prosecuting attorney Matt Murphy, to unpack the wild true-crime theories taking over the internet! From the wildly divisive internet sleuthing in the Lindsay Clancy trial to the dark conspiratorial layers of the Shanna Gardner case, Matt and I break down what happens when online conspiracy theories collide with real-life courtroom justice. Plus, we dive into the psychology of legal insanity, discuss high-profile plea deal twists, and share a few laughs!-Go to

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79:37

The Lindsay Clancy Trial, Postpartum Psychosis &...

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2026/08/05

My sister, Shannon Goldstein joins me as we break down the most talked-about true crime cases unfolding right now. In this episode, we dive deep into the heart-wrenching trial of Lindsay Clancy, looking closely at the horrifying details, her history of postpartum mental illness and extensive medication cocktail, and the strategic legal battles between defense and prosecution. We also explore horrifying family annihilator cases in Michigan and beyond, the dark viral TikTok trend that ended in a

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88:20

Brandy & Julie on Cruise Disasters, Malibu Squatters...

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2026/07/29

Brandy Howard and Julie Goldman are back, and we break down the harrowing 2012 Costa Concordia Shipwreck documentary and exchange our own chaotic, hilarious cruise ship horror stories, including beverage package traps and an accidental quarantine incident. Then, we tackle California's wild squatter problem, unpacking a mind-blowing Hulu documentary about a British grifter taking over homes across Malibu and Santa Monica. We wrap up by diving into two insane cases: a diabolical plot where a woman

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71:05

Divorces, Crimes of Passion & The Mind of a Killer...

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2026/07/22

I’m thrilled to be sitting down with one of my absolute favorites, the brilliant Doctor Drew Pinsky. Before we jump headfirst into the cases, we’re unpacking the shocking headline that absolutely shook me this week, the unexpected split of comedy podcast powerhouses Tom Segura and Christina P. after 18 years of marriage. We discuss the unique pressures of mixing business with marriage in the public eye, the impact on the family, and how fans process these sudden breakups. Then, we dive into the true

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70:21

Nolan Wells and The Pastor’s Fatal Hike

Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald ·

2026/07/15

I am joined by everyone’s favorite sister and attorney at law, Shannon McDonald Goldstein, to break down some of the most baffling and heartbreaking cases making headlines. First, we dive into the tragic Fourth of July disappearance and confirmed death of 18-year-old college football player Nolan Wells on Horn Island, Mississippi, exploring the highly suspicious social media blackouts by his friends and the racial elements surrounding the case. Then, we dissect the chilling "alpine divorce" of

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69:33

Darvo, Denise Richards, & Decoding Courtroom Lies...

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2026/07/08

I sit down with former family law judge and Texas attorney Michele Locke to unpack the wild, high-stakes world where love and marriage crash headfirst into the legal system. Michele gives us the raw truth about Texas's unique family law jury trials, the rise of OnlyFans content being weaponized in custody battles, and how to spot a master manipulator using the "DARVO" tactic, as seen in the toxic relationship dynamics of Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers. From ring cameras catching cheating spouses

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71:57

Maternal Instincts: Deconstructing the Netflix Doc...

Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald ·

2026/07/01

I am joined today by true crime expert Dani Lyles from "Crime Doc Dani"! We dive deep into the unsettling world of pathological liars and the terrifying extremes of female deception. We break down the chilling Netflix documentary Maternal Instinct, analyzing how Taylor Parker's elaborate web of lies escalates to the horrific murder of Reagan Hancock to steal her unborn baby. We also draw fascinating, eerie parallels to other shocking cases, including the heartbreaking mother-daughter plot against

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82:29

From Federal Prison to a MrBeast Video: Ian Bick's...

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2026/06/24

I’m throwing it back to my wild conversation with Ian Bick, the host of the Locked In podcast! Ian joined me to share his unbelievable journey from a teenage nightclub promoter to serving time in federal prison. He opens up about exactly what it’s like to navigate life behind bars as a self-described "soft criminal," from the daily prison politics to how he survived the system. Plus, he fills me in on the completely surreal experience of competing in a massive, viral MrBeast video right after his

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65:08

The Comedian, the Cult, and Painting Red Flags Green

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2026/06/17

Today I'm sitting down with my old friend, the incredibly talented standup comic, author, and producer Craig Shoemaker! We waste no time diving into his wildest personal drama, unpacking the saga of his marriage to a "hippie" who ended up lured into a full-blown cult. While Craig shares his perspective on whether it was a long-term grift or an extreme spiritual derailment, I give him some tough love and a female perspective on painting red flags green. Plus, we trade hilarious behind-the-scenes

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73:59

The Crazy New Amnesia Documentary, Party Mom Gets 35...

Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald ·

2026/06/10

Get ready for an absolutely wild and shocking ride because my sister, criminal defense attorney Shannon Goldstein, is back in the studio for another unforgettable episode of Juicy Crimes! We dive headfirst into the deeply disturbing case of Northern California's "party mom," Shannon Marie O'Connor, an affluent mother who completely shattered a community's trust by hosting alcohol-fueled teenage parties that led to horrifying grooming and facilitated sexual assault. Shannon gives us her expert legal

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80:04

When Your Mother Tries to Kill You

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2026/06/03

I sit down with Kenna Renee Harper, an incredibly brave survivor who lived through a nightmare no child should ever endure. On Christmas Day in 2006, when Kenna was just 10 years old, her mother, who had been her best friend and a seemingly perfect soccer mom, crushed up 50 to 100 prescription pills into a drink and forced her to consume it as part of a horrific, premeditated murder-suicide plot. Kenna walks us through the terrifying reality of waking up in a hospital coma, the absolute culture

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64:09

Murdaugh Retrials & The Scream Murders with Matt Murphy

Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald ·

2026/05/27

I am so excited to be joined once again by everyone’s favorite former prosecutor and surfing DA turned bestselling author, Matt Murphy, for another episode of Juicy Crimes. Matt is currently in the middle of writing his second book—this one diving into the minds of psychopaths and serial killers—so he had the perfect perspective for the cases we tackled today. We started by breaking down the latest major turn in the Alex Murdaugh case, discussing why his double murder conviction was overturned due

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