Court TV Podcast

Vinnie Politan analyzes the testimony of multiple experts, including crash reconstructionists, in Karen Read's retrial.

Transcribed - Published: 14 June 2025

Week 7 of the Karen Read trial brought a hostile witness, dog bite theories, mistrial drama, and forensic clashes that raised serious credibility questions.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

Julie Grant and her expert guests analyze whether Karen Read's defense or the Commonwealth's accident reconstructionist is more believable. Plus, Lori Daybell gets thrown out of court after sparring with the judge.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

Vinnie Politan investigates Sean 'Diddy' Combs' federal trial, where he faces accusations of sex trafficking, and explores the effect of celebrity and close friend testimonies.

Transcribed - Published: 7 June 2025

Week 6 of the Karen Read trial centered on accident reconstruction, data from Read’s Lexus, and expert testimony suggesting her SUV could’ve caused John O’Keefe’s injuries—but didn’t prove it. The prosecution rested its case, and the defense began presenting its own forensic evidence.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

Julie Grant's top story examines when former Trooper Michael Proctor should testify and how the 'mean' text messages could be presented in the trial.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

Vinnie Politan analyzes the testimony of the reconstructionist and other digital evidence in Karen Read's retrial, questioning whether the jury should trust it.

Transcribed - Published: 31 May 2025

Karen Read faces a jury once again in what some are calling “the retrial of the century.” Prosecutors allege Read hit her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, with her SUV, leaving him to die in the snow, while she claims that she is not only innocent, but that someone close to O’Keefe is framing her for murder. This week’s Court TV Podcast features key testimony from the Commonwealth’s case: Christina Hanley, a trace analyst with the Massachusetts State Police Crime Lab.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

Week 5 of the Karen Read retrial revealed key cracks in the prosecution's case. A digital forensic analyst admitted to lying about his college degree, and a crucial SD card from Read's SUV was missed during testing. Experts debated DNA, trace evidence, and the cause of John O'Keefe's head injury, with a neurosurgeon testifying it was consistent with a fall, not a car strike.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

As the prosecution winds down its case-in-chief against Karen Read, Julie Grant and experts discuss whether the Commonwealth has proven its case. Plus, Kid Cudi faces backlash after testifying against Sean 'Diddy' Combs.

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

In this episode of On the Record, host Cody Thomas recaps week 4 of the Karen Read trial. Jurors view critical surveillance footage, new text messages surface hinting at jealousy and a deteriorating relationship, and testimony challenges the handling of key evidence. Prosecutors suggest O'Keefe's death may have been a domestic violence homicide — a claim the defense fiercely disputes.

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

The digital evidence in Karen Read's retrial, including John O'Keefe's last movements, is examined by Vinnie Politan.

Transcribed - Published: 24 May 2025

As prosecutors present their case against Karen Read in the murder of Officer John O’Keefe, defense attorneys are using every opportunity to raise reasonable doubt, drawing attention to what they believe are shortcomings in the case. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the full testimony of Shanon Burgess, a digital forensic expert called by the commonwealth from 5/19/2025 to 5/20/2025. Hear Burgess present his findings to the jury, followed by a tense cross-examination in which the defense questions his credentials and expertise.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

Julie Grant's top story covers Dawn Richard's testimony regarding what she views as threats from music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs. Plus, John O'Keefe's head injuries are analyzed on this episode of the Opening Statements Podcast.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

Karen Read faces a jury for the second time, charged with the murder of her boyfriend, Boston Police officer John O’Keefe. Did Read hit O’Keefe with her car, leaving him to die in the snow? Or is she the target of an elaborate cover-up, as she and her supporters have claimed? This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the full testimony of Canton Police Lieutenant Paul Gallagher from 5/5/2025 and 5/6/2025.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

Key witnesses, forensic experts, and first responders detail the night John O'Keefe died as questions swirl around digital evidence and police bias.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Do the text messages between Karen Read and Brian Higgins help or hurt Read's case? Plus, what to expect as Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial begins.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Vinnie Politan analyzes Karen Read's defense in the death of John O'Keefe, including the motive behind his murder and those involved.

Transcribed - Published: 10 May 2025

In this week's episode of On the Record, Cody Thomas discusses the key moments from Karen Read's retrial. The episode features digital evidence, emotional testimony, and expert confrontations as her defense challenges the Commonwealth's timeline.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

In 2024, Karen Read’s murder trial in the death of her police officer boyfriend ended with a hung jury and a mistrial. Now, she faces a second jury, maintaining that she was framed for the murder of Officer John O’Keefe. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the full testimony of a star witness for the prosecution: Jennifer McCabe, who was at the Fairview house the night O’Keefe died and was with Karen Read when they found his body in the snow the next morning.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

Prosecutors are highlighting Karen Read's blood alcohol content of .09 from the morning John O'Keefe was found, while her defense is disputing its implications. Additionally, Gwyneth Paltrow discusses what her lawsuit indicates about the legal system as a whole.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

Vinnie Politan analyzes the testimony and body language of key witnesses in Karen Read's trial, including Jen McCabe, Kerry Roberts and Peggy O'Keefe's testimony.

Transcribed - Published: 3 May 2025

This episode of the Court TV Podcast features Kerry Roberts's full testimony from 4/22/2025 and 4/23/2025, including several fiery exchanges during cross-examination in the retrial of Karen Read.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

Cody Thomas recaps week one of Karen Read's murder retrial, featuring emotional testimony, forensic evidence, and sharp opening arguments as two stark narratives take shape.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

In this episode of "On the Record," Cody Thomas breaks down the final days and stunning verdict in Lori Daybell's conspiracy trial. Find out what the jury decided—and what's next.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

In this episode of "On the Record," Cody Thomas breaks down the final days and stunning verdict in Lori Daybell's conspiracy trial. Find out what the jury decided—and what's next.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

Cody Thomas recaps week one of Karen Read's murder retrial, featuring emotional testimony, forensic evidence, and sharp opening arguments as two stark narratives take shape.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

After the jury in the Karen Read murder retrial visits the crime scene at 34 Fairview Road, Julie Grant analyzes what they may have learned. Plus, rising concerns that bodies found in three states are the result of a serial killer.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

First he was a Neo-Nazi. Then a militant Islamic jihadist. Devon Arthurs’ head-spinning story ultimately ended in murder when the disturbed teenager suddenly shot his two roommates, who were also steeped in hate, after a disagreement.

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

Vinnie Politan reviews the evidence presented in Karen Read's first trial, including text messages and the reasons why John O'Keefe was not seen on the lawn.

Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2025

In July 2024, the murder trial of Karen Read ended with a deadlocked jury and a mistrial in the death of her boyfriend, Officer John O’Keefe. Now, Read faces another jury while not only maintaining her innocence but also asserting that she was framed for this murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast takes you to Dedham, Massachusetts, with opening statements from 4/22/2025 in the retrial of Karen Read.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

In week 2 of Lori Daybell's trial, jurors got a detailed look inside the final moments of Charles Vallow's life and what happened in the aftermath. Cody Thomas breaks down the key moments of testimony in this episode of On the Record.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

It's been 50 years since Sarah 'Cindy' White set fire to the home of the family who hired her to babysit. Now, the longest-serving inmate of the Indiana Women's Prison meets with Court TV journalist David Scott to share her remorse. Does her life sentence reflect justice, or has her time in prison been long enough for reform?

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Lori Daybell is expected to give closing arguments today in her Arizona trial, but will it sound anything like her sentencing for murder in Idaho? Plus, tensions continue to rise after Karmelo Anthonoy is charged with murdering another teenager at a track meet.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

In week 2 of Lori Daybell's trial, jurors got a detailed look inside the final moments of Charles Vallow's life and what happened in the aftermath. Cody Thomas breaks down the key moments of testimony in this episode of On the Record.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

After Richard Allen is found guilty, Vinnie Politan analyzes newly released evidence from the trial, including interrogation videos and crime scene drawings.

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

From the courtroom tension to the unraveling of Lori Daybell's inner circle, this episode of On the Record with Cody Thomas dives into what the first week revealed about the tangled timeline—and Lori's possible motive.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

From the courtroom tension to the unraveling of Lori Daybell's inner circle, this episode of On the Record with Cody Thomas dives into what the first week revealed about the tangled timeline—and Lori's possible motive.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

Lori Daybell, who was convicted of killing her two children and her husband’s previous wife in 2023, stands trial once again. This time, she’s representing herself as she faces charges of conspiring to kill her fourth husband, Charles Vallow. On 4/9/2025, Nancy Jo Hancock, reportedly one of the last people to see Charles alive, took the stand for the state of Arizona detailing her final encounter with him the night before he was shot. This episode takes you inside the courtroom for her full testimony, including a fiery exchange during cross-examination conducted by the defendant herself.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

Julie Grant looks at some of the fiery back-and-forths Lori Daybell had with witnesses in the first week of her Arizona trial. Plus, a member of the Menendez family was hospitalized after a graphic photo was shown at a hearing.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

The oldest serial killer in America reveals new information about his crimes in his first-ever televised interview that can only be found on Court TV. In this two-hour premiere of Interview With A Killer, journalist David Scott confronts Gary Michael Hilton about his killing spree when he preyed on hikers in North Carolina, Georgia and Florida.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

Ahead of opening statements in the retrial for Karen Read, Vinnie Politan discusses the case and potential defense strategies.

Transcribed - Published: 12 April 2025

Convicted killer Lori Vallow Daybell reveals why she decided to represent herself in her Arizona trial in a new interview. Plus, inside the criminal charges actor Russell Brand is facing.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Convicted killer Lori Vallow Daybell reveals why she decided to represent herself in her Arizona trial in a new interview. Plus, inside the criminal charges actor Russell Brand is facing.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Convicted murderer Lori Daybell is representing herself as she stands trial for the fatal shooting of her fourth husband, Charles Vallow. This episode of the Court TV Podcast takes you inside the courtroom for opening statements in the Cult Mom Conspiracy Trial from 4/7/2025.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

As Karen Read is set to face a retrial in the death of her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, she and her defense team face a slew of new battles in her bid to avoid prison.

Transcribed - Published: 5 April 2025

The latest chapter in the Doomsday Cult Mom saga unfolds in an Arizona courtroom. Convicted killer Lori Daybell prepares to stand trial on charges that she conspired to kill her fourth husband, Charles Vallow. This is not the first time she’s faced a jury, but this time she is representing herself. In this episode of the Court TV Podcast you’ll hear one of the final pretrial hearings from 3/31/2025 in the case against Lori Daybell.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

In the season finale, a former juror and court participants recall the not guilty verdict for O.J. Simpson after nine months of testimony and only four and a half hours of jury deliberation.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

As jury selection begins in Lori Vallow Daybell's Arizona murder trial, Julie Grant examines what to expect from the pro se defendant. Plus, the book Donna Adelson wants suppressed ahead of her murder trial in Florida.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

Stephan Sterns, who is charged with the murder of his girlfriend's teen daughter, Madeline Soto, talks to his parents about the charges he's facing and finding Soto dead.

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2025