The FOX True Crime Podcast w/ Emily Compagno

At the center of this tragic story are four innocent victims: Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. In shocking cases such as these, it's important to center the lives and legacies of those who were taken too soon - not the monsters who took them. In this final part, CEO of the National Center for Victims of Crime Renée Williams discusses how the organization works to support families of crime victims as they navigate tragedy. She later explains how listeners can advocate and uplift victims in similar cases. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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An investigation in the Hamptons is underway after a woman was found dead aboard a docked boat. The woman was identified as 33-year-old Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra. The preliminary cause of death was inconclusive, and the case is currently under investigation by the Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad. FOX News National Correspondent Bryan Llenas provides the latest details surrounding the case. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In May of 2023, a grand jury indicted Bryan Kohberger on four counts of first-degree murder and one count of burglary. The following month, prosecutors announced their intent to seek the death penalty against Kohberger. Over the next two years, the prosecution and the defense engaged in a back-and-forth battle over alibis, evidence, and other matters. But on July 2nd, 2025, Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to the charges against him, a decision that spared him the death penalty. Criminal Defense Attorney and FOX News Contributor Joshua Ritter provides his legal analysis of the lengthy courtroom battle. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On Monday, a gunman opened fire in an office building in Midtown Manhattan before turning the gun on himself. Four people, including an NYPD officer, were killed in the attack. The shooter was later identified as Shane Tamura, a 27-year-old Las Vegas resident who had a history of mental health issues. Former FBI Investigator Bill Daly discusses how the FBI handles investigations such as this, as well as the importance of security measures and preparedness in corporate America. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The off-campus killings of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin sent shockwaves across the city of Moscow, and soon the entire country. Everyone had questions, and everyone demanded answers. Almost seven weeks later, over 2,000 miles away, authorities finally had an answer to one massive question: Who was the killer? Former NYPD Inspector and FOX News Contributor Paul Mauro delves into the manhunt, providing a detailed account of the arrest of Bryan Kohberger. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Bryan Kohberger was sentenced to four consecutive life sentences for the murders of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. Family members and friends of the victims shared impact statements in court and spoke directly to the perpetrator. Later, law enforcement held a question-and-answer news conference where they addressed specific questions about the investigation and the shocking plea deal. Retired NYPD Inspector Paul Mauro is live in Boise, Idaho, with FOX News Digital Reporter Michael Ruiz as they weigh in on what the public learned through the victim impact statements and sentencing in the Bryan Kohberger trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following Bryan Kohberger's sentencing and the conclusion of the judicial process, the Moscow Police Department, Idaho State Police, and Latah County Prosecutor's Office held a press conference on Wednesday to address specific unanswered questions arising from Kohberger's plea admission. They announced that they believe accountability was achieved through Kohberger's admission under oath, confirming that the allegations are factual. Despite receiving some answers in the press conference, many questions remain, specifically about Kohberger's motive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The University of Idaho's bucolic campus brought together four students: Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. The tight-knit friend group made lasting memories together in their off-campus home on 1122 King Road. However, it was at that very house that the students were tragically murdered. Idaho Statesman Investigative Reporter and FOX News Contributor Kevin Fixler shares his reporting detailing the origins of the Idaho student murders case. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Last week, Judge William Ryan ordered that the state must explain why key pieces of evidence were excluded from the murder trial of Erik and Lyle Menendez. The evidence in question includes a letter allegedly written by Erik Menendez detailing the alleged sexual abuse he experienced from his father, as well as an affidavit by a former boy band member who claimed he was raped by José Menendez at the age of 14. FOX News Legal Analyst Gregg Jarrett explains what the development means for the Menendez brothers as they await their parole hearing in August. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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For years, American citizen Ana Montes was a go-to contact for Cuban intelligence within the Defense Intelligence Agency. A reliable employee with a deep knowledge of one of the country's top adversaries, she was a valuable asset within the department, or so they thought. In reality, Montes had been working as a Cuban spy, retrieving and leaking key pieces of classified information. Retired FBI Special Agent Peter Lapp worked on the team that investigated and arrested Montes. He discusses the components of this urgent investigation, as detailed in his book, Queen of Cuba. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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During the early hours of May 3rd, 22-year-old Logan Federico was asleep at her home in Columbia, South Carolina, when someone broke in and fatally shot her. Her family was outraged to learn this senseless crime was committed by a man who had almost 40 arrests spanning over a decade. Even worse, new information has come to light showing a fingerprint mishap was likely the reason 30-year-old Alexander Dickey was roaming free to kill instead of being behind bars. Fox News reporter Danamarie Nicholl breaks down the failures made within the criminal justice system that allowed Dickey to walk free. She also shares what Logan's father, Stephen Federico, told her about this injustice and how he's advocating for change, so this won't happen again. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Emily revisits her conversation with former FBI Agent Joe Pistone to discuss his infiltration of the Bonanno crime family. Joe reflects on his undercover work using the Donnie Brasco alias and how he almost became a "made man" within the mafia. Later, he separates fact from film fiction when it came to his dangerous undercover mission. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On Wednesday, Bryan Kohberger pled guilty to the 2022 Idaho student murders at a hearing inside the Ada County Courthouse in Boise, Idaho. Kohberger initially pled not guilty to the murders when indicted in 2023. Given the gruesome nature of the crimes, prosecutors voiced their intent to seek the death penalty. According to the plea deal, Kohberger will avoid the death penalty and serve four life sentences without the possibility of parole. FOX News Digital Investigative Reporter Michael Ruiz joins from Boise, Idaho to provide the latest updates from the hearing. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Bryan Kohberger has reportedly accepted a plea deal in the University of Idaho student murders case. Kohberger is expected to plead guilty on all counts in the 2022 murders of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. A court hearing will be held on Wednesday, July 2nd. FOX News Chief Correspondent Jonathan Hunt provides the latest updates out of Boise, Idaho. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the course of just one month, President Gerald Ford survived two attempts on his life. The first attempt was on September 5th, 1975, when a follower of Charles Manson tried to shoot him at close range. The second attempt was just seventeen days later, by an unassuming housewife named Sara Jane Moore. Investigative journalist and author Geri Spieler discusses the thrilling case, as well as her correspondence with Moore herself, as detailed in her book, Housewife Assassin. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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This week, both the prosecution and the defense rested their cases in the trial of rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs. The government called 34 witnesses to testify during the trial, while the defense called none. Combs faces charges of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, transportation to engage in prostitution, and racketeering conspiracy. Closing arguments begin today. FOX News National Correspondent CB Cotton joins from outside the Manhattan Federal Court to recap the explosive case. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In 2016, John Rafter Jr. filed for divorce from his wife, Karina, for the second time. The separation split their family apart, and John lived with his 13-year-old son. One morning, John's son woke up late for school to discover his father's lifeless body in bed with a shotgun. Though John had struggled with mental health and suicidal ideation in the past, this was not a case of suicide - it was homicide. Henrico Deputy Commonwealth Attorney Matthew Ackley and Assistant Commonwealth Attorney Susan Parrish discuss their prosecutorial work on the case and share how they were able to bring justice for John. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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After 31 days of testimony and four days of deliberation, Karen Read's retrial has come to an end. Today, jurors found Read not guilty of second-degree murder in the death of John O'Keefe, as well as not guilty of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death. She was, however, found guilty of operating under the influence of liquor, a charge for which she was sentenced to one year probation. FOX News Correspondent Bryan Llenas joins from outside the courthouse in Dedham, Massachusetts with the latest reporting. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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For over a century, the Knoedler Gallery was one of New York's most reputable art institutions, having survived the Civil War, both World Wars, and 9/11. Though seemingly indestructible, three con artists were able to infiltrate the gallery, operating an $80 million forgery ring that led to its downfall. Author and filmmaker Barry Avrich discusses this shocking scandal that rocked the art world, as detailed in his new book, The Devil Wears Rothko. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs continues this week, featuring testimony from the rapper's most recent ex-girlfriend. Using the pseudonym, 'Jane', the accuser exposed what she alleges to be Combs' dark sexual fantasies. Combs' defense team submitted a request for a mistrial over the weekend, yet the motion was denied on Tuesday. Former NYPD Detective and 'Hip Hop Cop' Derrick Parker provides his analysis of the case and explains what he believes the odds are of a Combs conviction. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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An epidemic of serial killers plagued the United States throughout the 1970s and ‘80s. The crimes were shocking, horrific, and vile, leading many people to ask themselves: What makes a murderer? The answer to that question may be an invisible evil - a poison that penetrated the earth, as well as the minds of these monsters. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Caroline Fraser explores the cultural and environmental factors that gave way to this plague of violence in her new book, Murderland. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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