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Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald
Hosted by Heather McDonald & Studio71 · EN
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!
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The Comedian, the Cult, and Painting Red Flags Green
1w ago01:05:08Summary readyToday 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 standup notes, discuss comic couples, and he gives me the ultimate inside scoop on what my husband Peter actually says about me out on the golf course! -Go to RO.CO/JUICYCRIMES to see if you qualify. -Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at Lolablankets.com by using code JUICY CRIMES at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryThe Crazy New Amnesia Documentary, Party Mom Gets 35 yrs with Shannon McDonald Goldstein
2w ago01:13:59Summary readyGet 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 take on how this woman managed to get a stunning 35-year sentence, even out-sentencing Jeffrey Epstein, and we unpack how her bizarre thirst for control led her to continue targeting minors even after fleeing to Idaho. Plus, we are breaking down the absolute fraud of the new HBO Max docuseries about Benjamin Kyle, a man found naked behind a Burger King who successfully faked amnesia for over a decade. From helicopter parenting gone criminally wrong to lazy investigators getting played by a chameleon, you do not want to miss this juicy breakdown! Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryWhen Your Mother Tries to Kill You
3w ago01:20:04Summary readyI 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 shock of being placed in foster care, and the chilling experience of facing her own mother in a courtroom at just 12 years old to testify against her. We dive deep into her mother’s severe narcissism, the manipulative "savior complex" emails sent from a lenient prison camp, and how Kenna finally broke a lifelong no-contact order at age 18 to demand answers. It’s an insane, heartbreaking, but ultimately triumphant story about overcoming ultimate betrayal and building a beautiful life after severe trauma. -Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to Quince.com/juicycrimes for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.-Use code JUICYCRIMES at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #sponsored #ad Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryMurdaugh Retrials & The Scream Murders with Matt Murphy
4w ago01:04:09Summary readyI 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 to jury tampering by a court clerk and whether he stands a chance in a retrial. Then, we took a deep dive into the chilling 2006 "Scream Murders" in Idaho, where two teenagers, Brian and Tori, obsessed with horror films, brutally murdered their friend Cassie Jo Stoddart. We examined the haunting video evidence they left behind and discussed the heartbreaking reality for parents when their children commit such unfathomable evil. -If your glasses are overdue for a refresh, now is the time with Zenni. Use code PODCAST15 for fifteen percent off your first order at bit.ly/4culkrC -Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code JUICYCRIMES for 50% off your first order Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryThe Crash: Mackenzie Shirilla's Deadly Intent
May 2001:07:52Summary readyMy sister, criminal defense attorney, Shannon Goldstein and I are breaking down the #1 documentary currently on Netflix, The Crash, which explores the haunting case of Mackenzie Shirilla. We dive deep into the night Mackenzie drove her car into a brick wall at 100 mph, claiming it was a tragic accident while the prosecution argued it was a calculated double murder of her boyfriend and friend. Shannon brings her expert legal lens to the table as we analyze the "toxic" relationship dynamics, the damning black box data that debunked the defense's medical blackout theory, and Mackenzie’s polarizing behavior on social media following the wreck. It’s a chilling look at a case where a teenage girl was ultimately labeled "Hell on Wheels" by the court, and we’re dissecting every legal twist and emotional detail to see if justice was truly served. -Go to https://RO.CO/JUICYCRIMES to see if you qualify. Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryTeacher’s Pets and Haunted Hearts: The Haley Beck & Lynette Hooker Cases
May 1301:12:16Summary readyI’m joined by my son, Drake, to get a much-needed Gen Z male perspective on some of the most unsettling cases hitting the headlines. We dive straight into the disturbing story of Haley Beck and her inappropriate relationship with a student, using it as a springboard to discuss the broader, baffling trend of female educators targeting male minors—a cycle of news that first shocked us decades ago with Mary Kay Letourneau. Moving from the classroom to the streets, we tackle the growing chaos of e-bikes in our neighborhoods and the tragic death of an elderly man that is finally forcing new legislation. We also break down the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, whose husband now faces charges after their boat trip turned fatal, and close with the haunting case of a missing mother of three whose husband was arrested after investigators discovered his desperate, pre-meditated attempts to enlist a spell caster. -Use code JUICYCRIMES at https://jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad -Go to https://zenni.com/PODCAST and use code PODCAST15 for fifteen percent off your first order. Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryMurder Mysteries with Kate Casey on Martha Moxley and Chandra Levy
May 600:51:06Summary readyI am so excited to welcome back the incredible Kate Casey to Juicy Crimes for a deep dive into two cases that absolutely captivated the nation. First, we’re heading back to 1975 to the posh gates of Greenwich, Connecticut, to revisit the Martha Moxley murder. We get into all the "juicy" details involving the Skakel family, the Kennedy connection, and the decades of privilege that kept that case a mystery for so long. Then, we pivot to Washington D.C. to break down the disappearance of Chandra Levy. Kate and I talk about the media circus surrounding Congressman Gary Condit, the tragic discovery in Rock Creek Park, and how a political scandal shifted the trajectory of a murder investigation. It’s an episode full of power, prestige, and the dark side of high society you don't want to miss it! -Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to https://Quince.com/JUICYCRIMES for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. -Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/JUICYCRIME Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryThe Hidden Truth of "Take Care Maya" with Andrea Dunlop
Apr 2901:09:31Summary readyI am back with a deep dive into the "Take Care of Maya" case that has everyone talking, and joining me is Andrea Dunlop, host of the "Nobody Should Believe Me" podcast. We break down the complicated layers of the Kowalski family’s $220 million legal battle against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, discussing what the popular Netflix documentary might have left out. Andrea and I explore the thin line between medical intervention and "medical kidnapping," the complexities of Munchausen by Proxy, and the devastating impact this case has had on mandatory reporters and the medical community. It is a chilling and eye-opening conversation about a case where nothing is quite as it seems! -If your glasses are overdue for a refresh, now is the time. Use code PODCAST15 for fifteen percent off your first order at bit.ly/4culkrC Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryThe Equestrian Nightmare: When Professional Training Becomes Personal Warfare
Apr 2201:01:52Summary readyMy sister Shannon Goldstein and I, explore the 2019 attempted murder case involving Olympic equestrian Michael Barisone and his student, Lauren Kanarek. What began as a high-stakes professional arrangement, with Kanarek moving into Barisone’s New Jersey training facility for $5,000 a month, rapidly devolved into a toxic living situation characterized by extreme tension and mutual accusations of bullying. As Kanarek allegedly used social media to attack Barisone’s reputation with claims of racism and homophobia, Barisone’s paranoia grew, eventually driving him and his family out of their own home and into the stables. The conflict reached a violent breaking point following a Child Protective Services investigation triggered by Kanarek’s allegations, leading Barisone to confront and shoot Kanarek twice, leaving her critically injured and ending his celebrated career in a storm of legal and personal ruin. -Go to RO.CO/JUICYCRIMES to see if you’re eligible for the new GLP-1 pill on Ro -Use code JUICYCRIMES at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Shimmer Face Oil with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryA Hawaii Hike Turns Deadly with Annie Elise
Apr 1501:12:00Summary readyAnnie Elise and I dive into the chilling phenomenon of the "Alpine Divorce,” the disturbing trend where a spouse uses a remote vacation to permanently end a marriage under the guise of an accident. We break down the harrowing case of Hawaii anesthesiologist Dr. Gerhardt Konig, who took his wife on a birthday hike only for it to turn into a desperate struggle for survival on a cliffside trail. We also look at the mysterious disappearance of Lynette Hooker, whose husband claims she simply fell from their dinghy during a dream vacation in the Bahamas. Why do these men choose a staged murder over a legal divorce, and what drives the cold-blooded calculation required to turn a "fun adventure" into a crime scene? We’re peeling back the layers of these staged tragedies to find the truth behind the ultimate betrayal. -Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at RocketMoney.com/JUICYCRIME Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: https://bit.ly/juicycrimes Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop See me Live: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathermcdonald TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeatherMcDonaldOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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