20/20 The After Show: "One Last Call" — Podcast Summary
Date: April 13, 2026
Host: Deborah Roberts
Guest/Producer: Mike Repley
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A closer, behind-the-scenes look at 20/20’s latest episode, “One Last Call,” which investigates the shocking murder of veteran firefighter Robert "Robbie" Doer in Evansville, Indiana. The episode delves into revelations of family betrayal, secret relationships, and a murder plot that shattered a tight-knit community, featuring exclusive interviews and new material not aired on TV.
Episode Overview
- Purpose: Explores the aftermath and deeper layers of Robert Doer's murder, focusing on the investigation, family dynamics, the unraveling of secrets, and the impact on those involved.
- Key Focus: The betrayal by loved ones, the painstaking police investigation, and exclusive audio from family members and convicted individuals, providing emotional and narrative depth beyond the televised episode.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
1. The Murder of a Local Hero
(00:34 – 03:55)
- Victim: Robert “Robbie” Doer, 28-year Evansville firefighter, a father, and grandfather, revered in his community.
- Incident: Gunned down in his driveway after work on February 26, 2019.
- Community Reaction: Widespread shock and devastation, amplified by Doer’s reputation as a hero (e.g., famously rescued a baby from a burning building).
“Robbie was just like a beloved teddy bear type of guy. And he loved the job.”
— Mike Repley (03:34)
2. Immediate Aftermath & Crime Scene
(03:55 – 05:43)
- First responders, many of whom knew Doer personally, discovered the scene and had to process their grief in real time.
- Family members arrived on-site, captured in heartbreaking footage.
“Members of the fire engine arriving, looking at the victim on the ground and realizing...it’s Robbie, their close friend, their colleague.”
— Mike Repley (04:56)
3. The Unusual Clue: A Rare Murder Weapon
(05:43 – 06:53)
- Key Evidence: The bullet matched a Taurus Judge, a rare gun that fires both bullets and shotgun shells.
- Investigation Lead: Police traced the gun to a local pawn shop, connected to Larry Richmond Jr., whose father had intimate ties to the Doer family.
“One of the employees is...Larry Richmond Jr. His father is engaged to Becky’s sister.”
— Mike Repley (06:31)
4. The Web of Family Ties & The ‘One Last Call’
(07:03 – 08:38)
- Investigators found that Becky (Robert’s wife) made a call minutes before the murder—to Larry Richmond Sr. (her sister’s fiancé and a man with a criminal past).
- Becky attempted to hide this information from police, further arousing suspicion.
“That becomes the big twist and what our show's named after.”
— Mike Repley (07:30)
5. A Network of Affairs and Suspects
(08:38 – 09:51)
- Larry Richmond Sr.: Engaged to Becky’s sister, Mandy, but known to be seeing multiple women, described as having ‘irresistible charm.’
6. Motives & the Pension Question
(12:11 – 15:01)
- Community Suspicion: Some found Becky’s interest in Robert’s pension, immediately after his death, suspicious.
- Complex Relationship: Becky was Doer’s second wife; the family dynamic was mixed, with Robbie’s daughter Lindsay never warming to Becky.
“She saw her dad suddenly indulging in a lifestyle that he never was interested in before...And that concerned her.”
— Mike Repley (14:41)
7. The Smoking Gun: A Sympathy Card
(15:01 – 16:13)
- Becky’s son, Nathaniel, finds a note in a sympathy card: “We need to talk. —Larry,” further linking Becky and Larry to a secret post-murder communication.
“A little slip of paper falls out. And it just says, we need to talk, signed by Larry with a phone number...”
— Mike Repley (15:22)
8. The Family Fallout and Police Theory
(16:24 – 17:49)
- Larry Sr. and Becky profess innocence.
- Prosecutors allege the affair began during double dates, leading to a plot to kill Robert. Motive was never fully proven.
9. The Trial, Verdict, and Aftershocks
(17:49 – 19:15)
- Outcome:
- Becky: 60 years for murder + 30 years for conspiracy.
- Larry Sr.: Life without parole.
- Larry Jr.: Testifies against his father.
“He told me after that guilty verdict came down that he feels broken and he's now just trying to piece his life back together.”
— Mike Repley (19:54)
10. Mandy’s Tragedy and Complicated Loyalties
(19:54 – 22:54)
- Mandy (Becky’s sister and Larry’s fiancée) feels devastated and bears social blame, though not involved in the crime.
- She describes Larry as both “kind and loving,” yet acknowledges he is “a killer,” compartmentalizing her grief and conflicting emotions.
“I know what it’s supposed to do, but it doesn’t. He was never scary to me. He was my protector.”
— Mandy (21:50)
11. Becky and Mandy’s Relationship
(22:54 – 23:54)
- After years of estrangement, Becky and Mandy speak for the first time post-conviction, trying to maintain familial love while not discussing the crime.
“She describes it as a hopeful conversation...she will always love her and support her, but that she can't talk about what happened.”
— Mike Repley (22:28)
Exclusive: Inside Prison Interviews
Becky Doer’s Perspective
(25:49 – 28:33)
- Becky claims innocence, maintains she didn’t know who killed Robbie, and describes reactions inside prison upon seeing the 20/20 episode.
“I'm innocent, basically. I didn't do this. I'm still innocent. And I don't know who did this.”
— Becky Doer (27:30)
Family Responses and Divides
(28:47 – 30:52)
- Robbie’s family is certain of Becky’s guilt.
- Becky’s youngest son, Taylor, supports her; older son, Nathaniel, testified for the prosecution.
- Mandy clings to hope for Becky and Larry’s innocence, despite the evidence.
“Her son Taylor...still supports her...her oldest son, Nathaniel...called her a murderer, he went to the police. He basically considers his relationship with his mother dead.”
— Mike Repley (28:47)
Mandy’s Continued Loyalty to Larry
- Mandy still communicates with Larry Sr., conflicted but emotionally dependent despite his conviction.
“She is fully aware of the contradiction here...she still loves him and still has feelings for him. She’s working on moving forward and creating her own life separate from this man. But it’s easier said than done.”
— Mike Repley (30:00)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On discovering the murder:
“You just hear their disbelief and shock, realizing that it’s Robbie, their close friend, their colleague.”
— Mike Repley (04:56)
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On the evidence:
“The bullet that he was killed with matches a gun called a Taurus Judge. It’s a very unique…”
— Mike Repley (06:05)
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On Becky after conviction:
“She has stuck to her story pretty much from the start and that is that she has no idea what happened. She was not involved…”
— Mike Repley (25:49)
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On Mandy’s conflicted feelings:
“I know what it's supposed to do, but it doesn't. He was never scary to me. He was my protector.”
— Mandy (21:50)
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On fractured families:
“Just watching that crime scene video of Robbie’s daughter Lindsay arriving... she just absolutely crumbles in grief. It’s heartbreaking to watch. And she still feels that very strongly today.”
— Mike Repley (18:47)
Timestamps for Key Segments
| Segment | Timestamp |
|--------------------------------------------|-------------------|
| Episode Introduction | 00:34 |
| Victim Background & Community Shock | 01:33 – 03:44 |
| Crime Scene & First Responders | 03:55 – 05:43 |
| Discovery of Unique Murder Weapon | 05:43 – 06:53 |
| Web of Relationships Unraveled | 06:53 – 09:16 |
| Suspicious Phone Call & Police Focus | 07:03 – 08:38 |
| Emotional Family Interviews | 12:11 – 15:01 |
| Smoking Gun—The Sympathy Card | 15:01 – 16:13 |
| Motive, Police Narrative & Legal Outcome | 16:13 – 19:54 |
| Mandy’s Perspective & Trauma | 21:19 – 22:54 |
| Exclusive: Becky’s Prison Interview | 26:50 – 28:33 |
| Reactions of Family Members | 28:47 – 30:52 |
| Mandy’s Connection with Larry (Aftermath) | 30:00 – 30:52 |
| Conclusions on Family & Forgiveness | 31:23 – 31:53 |
Overall Tone & Takeaways
- Emotional, empathetic: The host and producer approach family members with sensitivity, highlighting personal pain and messy loyalty.
- Complexity of Family Tragedy: The podcast underscores the gray areas of love and betrayal, illustrating that—despite clear legal outcomes—familial bonds persist or fracture in unexpected ways.
- Exclusive Insights: Listeners gain privileged access to untold elements, such as inmate perspectives and intimate family communications not aired elsewhere.
- Key Message: Even in the darkest family tragedies, love, confusion, and perseverance intermingle, making the pursuit of justice and healing anything but straightforward.
This summary encapsulates the full range of investigative depth, personal pain, and exclusive revelations found in “The After Show: One Last Call,” providing both context and clarity on a story that goes far beyond headlines.