Podcast
True Crime Arizona
Hosted by Briana Whitney · ENGLISH
Arizona’s Family journalists Briana Whitney and Serjio Hernandez take a deep dive into both unsolved and solved cases around Arizona — retracing steps, uncovering new evidence, and revealing new theories from those involved in the investigations.
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Obsessed: Unraveling Jodi Arias Episode 6 - Jodi’s Own Words
Feb 2300:26:29Tap to summarizeIn the season finale, Jodi Arias sends true crime correspondent Briana Whitney a personal email, all while running an exclusive blog from prison keeping everyone up to date on her life. For the first time in many years, she addresses her case - where her appeal stands now and key players she claims wronged her. Travis’ friends grapple with the emotions they’ve felt since losing him, how they felt learning Jodi has a blog, and everyone we interviewed for this podcast season provide their theories and beliefs on Jodi’s motive.
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Ransom Deadline Passes: What's next in the Nancy Guthrie case?
Feb 1000:34:40Tap to summarizeNow that the second ransom deadline passed from the alleged abductor(s), the FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department are making a plea to the public as there has been no persons of interest or suspects identified. True crime correspondent Briana Whitney and chief investigative reporter Morgan Loew discuss the statement the FBI sent the True Crime Arizona team, what Savannah Guthrie and the family are saying on Day 9 of the search, and where investigative efforts stand with evidence and forensic testing.
Transcribe →FBI Reviewing New Ransom Note in Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Case
Feb 700:27:57Tap to summarizeWe’re live with the latest developments in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping investigation in Tucson, Arizona. The FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Department confirm they are reviewing a second ransom note received Friday by our sister station, KOLD-TV. Join us as we break down what this means for the investigation and what authorities are saying tonight.
Transcribe →The Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie
Feb 600:52:27Tap to summarizeBriana Whitney was live from Tucson, Arizona with the latest information into the investigation surrounding the disappearance Nancy Guthrie, the mother of TODAY show host Savannah Guthrie, for the new episode of True Crime AZ Live. Watch the episode here
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Obsessed: Unraveling Jodi Arias Episode 5 - The Verdict
Jan 1900:26:48Tap to summarizeAfter months in the courtroom in 2013, the jury must decide if Jodi Arias is guilty of murdering Travis Alexander in cold blood or self-defense. But that isn’t the only decision they have to make. The case takes a dramatic turn when Travis’ family and Jodi herself address the jury about the potential of a death sentence. Two jurors take us behind-the-scenes revealing what was said during the hours in the deliberation room.
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Obsessed: Unraveling Jodi Arias Episode 4 - The Trial
Jan 500:36:20Tap to summarizeIn January 2013 the trial begins for Jodi Arias, drawing in unprecedented media and crowds outside the courthouse. But the drama outside was nothing compared to what was unfolding inside the courtroom: a fiery prosecutor and unusual defense makes for soap-opera exchanges every day. All hell breaks loose when Jodi herself takes the stand for the longest defendant testimony in US history, leaving the jurors with a lot to think about.
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Obsessed: Unraveling Jodi Arias Episode 3 - Picture Perfect Lies
Dec 2200:22:20Tap to summarizeJodi Arias is arrested for the murder of Travis Alexander and interrogated by police, in what becomes an extremely odd and bizarre interview from her. She adamantly claims she was not there and would never hurt Travis, but evidence on the digital camera left at the crime scene says otherwise. Jodi begins doing media interviews from jail, where her story changes by the day. She befriends another inmate and confides in her, all before the bombshell trial was set to begin with a twist no one saw coming.
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Obsessed: Unraveling Jodi Arias Episode 2 - The Deadly Discovery
Dec 900:27:13Tap to summarizeIt’s June 2008. While Jodi Arias showed up late on a road trip to a work conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, Travis Alexander never showed up for his trip to Cancun, Mexico. Friends were concerned what happened to both of them, but Jodi eventually made it to Utah. When no one could get ahold of Travis, friends went to his Arizona home to check on him, and made a horrific discovery. The investigation begins, all while Jodi pens erratic and emotional entries in her journal before an arrest is made.
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Obsessed: Unraveling Jodi Arias Episode 1 - A Cracked Love Story
Nov 2400:27:27Tap to summarizeIn 2006, a young entrepreneur Travis Alexander was living in Mesa, Arizona and met a girl he was interested in at a work conference: Jodi Arias. The two would begin an on-and-off relationship for years riddled with sex and guilty pleasures, something they kept a secret due to Travis’ Mormon faith. Their toxic chemistry led to strained friendships, odd behaviors, and concern from their loved ones. When friends thought Jodi and Travis were done and both had moved on, a missed call changes everything. This is the first episode in a six-episode season of "Obsessed: Unraveling Jodi Arias"
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The Haunted and Paranormal
Nov 300:40:42Tap to summarizeIn a special Halloween-themed episode, host Briana Whitney interviews a paranormal investigator about some of the most haunted places in Arizona and the spirits they’ve had encounters with, interviews a longtime researcher about the famous 1997 Phoenix Lights phenomenon, and explores the odd tale of an unsolved Flagstaff murder with a possible skinwalker to blame.
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