Podcast
Freeze Frame
Hosted by But Why Media · EN
Former reality TV executive and Washington Parish native Tucker Simmons returns to his South Louisiana hometown to dig into long-standing rumors of corruption, intimidation, and drug trafficking. Not only are politicians and religious leaders implicated—his own family is rumored to be involved. But when a tip uncovers the truth about the 2017 death of Donna Smith Arceneaux, everything changes. Freeze Frame is a documentary-style series exposing a tangled web of betrayal, blackmail, and murder buried for years in a small town where nothing is as it seems.
The saga begins 10.1.24. Follow to be notified.
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Status of Freeze Frame Part 2 Update
Apr 1500:11:41Tap to summarizeWhat's up, y'all? It's been a while and I've missed you. Since the release of Freeze Frame in October 2024, the love, support, and advocacy from you - all the listeners - has been overwhelming. I'm forever grateful. But more importantly, Donna's family is too and they're so close to justice. In this mini episode, I wanted to speak to y'all directly without all the production glitz and glam. I've got a few updates for you on Donna Arceneaux's and what to expect from Freeze Frame in connection to hercase moving forward.
Transcribe →UPDATE: Major Arceneuax Case Update from Sheriff Jason Smith
Dec 24, 202400:31:09Tap to summarizeFollowing years in the hands of the Louisiana State Police with no actionable progress, new Washington Parish Sheriff Jason Smith announced he has regained control of Donna Arceneuax's case. In this bonus episode, Sheriff Smith elaborates on his plans for the case in an exclusive interview with Tucker.
Transcribe →8 | The Story Keeps Changing
Nov 19, 202400:43:51Tap to summarizeA suspect's story keeps changing, and the truth remains elusive. Tucker makes another attempt to speak with Scott, driven by details from sources and a need to understand the discrepancies that have surfaced. As the podcast inches closer to the truth, each conversation adds another layer of complexity to an already tangled case.
Transcribe →7 | New Eyes on the Case
Nov 12, 202400:45:29Tap to summarizeAs public interest in Donna's case grew, it became a frequent topic in the ongoing campaign for sheriff. It caught the attention of the Louisiana State Police, and they took action—but we quickly discovered that they weren't the only ones attempting to work the case.
Transcribe →6 | All Hell Broke Loose
Nov 5, 202400:37:32Tap to summarizeAs Tucker's investigation goes public, he approaches several key players for their take on Donna's case before his anonymity is erased.
Transcribe →5 | Institutions Failed Her
Oct 29, 202400:31:45Tap to summarizeDonna's brother TJ takes Tucker door-knocking to track down evidence Donna told him about years earlier, and they get a massive lead. After failed attempts to reach Captain Anderson, Tucker's meeting with Sheriff Randy Seal takes an interesting turn.
Transcribe →4 | Dirty Little Secrets
Oct 22, 202400:34:36Tap to summarizeEvidence of overwhelming control over Donna has been found, startling details suggesting a motive are revealed, and elusive individuals finally come forward as Tucker's investigation continues.
Transcribe →3 | The Puzzle Don't Fit
Oct 15, 202400:32:40Tap to summarizeDonna had a history of regular visits to the local hospital - those records uncover a completely new theory in her death. While trying to make contact with Clay, Tucker finally reaches Donna's spiritual counselor, and she doesn't hold back.
Transcribe →2 | First Sign of Trouble
Oct 8, 202400:38:20Tap to summarizeDonna was a mother, a sister, a daughter. Her upbringing was anything but ordinary and those experinces influenced every decision she made. But does any of that matter, and is it relevant to her murder?
Transcribe →1 | Family Ties
Oct 1, 202400:36:04Tap to summarizeA hometown investigation into corruption, drug trafficking, and money laundering in Washington Parish, Louisiana takes a dark turn into a years-long murder investigation. This is where the story begins.
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