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Phil Markel stunned the courtroom with a mic-drop moment that left Donna Adelson rattled—and now he’s breaking his silence with more powerful words. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS special, Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman interviews Phil Markel, Dan's father. In this new STS interview, Dan Markel’s father, Phil Markel, opens up about what he really thinks of the Adelson family, his son’s senseless murder, and the devastating impact of Donna Adelson’s trial. During his unforgettable victim impact statement, Phil delivered last words to Donna that shook the courtroom, a moment many called a “mic drop” that visibly rattled her. Now, he has even more to say about justice for Dan Markel, the Florida State University law professor who was brutally murdered in his Tallahassee home in 2014 in a murder-for-hire plot. With Charlie Adelson already convicted and serving a life sentence, and Donna Adelson recently found guilty in her own trial, Phil makes it clear that the fight for full justice is far from over. This powerful update is a must-watch for anyone following the Dan Markel case, the Adelson family trials, and the pursuit of justice that continues to captivate true crime audiences.Thanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation! Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorEmail: SurvivingTheSurvivor@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

23 Sep 32min

Former friends of the Adelson family turned against them in court as they testified in trials to paint a clearer picture of who the Adelsons really are--and what their intentions were. Ryan Fitzpatrick and Yindra Velazquez took the stand with testimony against Donna Adelson—convicted of orchestrating the murder of her former son-in-law Dan Markel—and Charlie Adelson, convicted as her co-conspirator in the murder-for-hire plot. Once part of their circle, these witnesses now expose the shocking truths that continue to unravel the Adelson legacy. This trial is another step closer to justice for Dan Markel, but the road to full justice may not be over yet... #AdelsonTrial #DonnaAdelson #CharlieAdelson #JusticeForDanMarkel #TrueCrimeThanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation! Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

19 Sep 1h 22min

Donna Adelson isn’t done fighting. Just days after being convicted on September 4th for the brutal murder of her ex–son-in-law, Dan Markel, Adelson and her defense team have filed an explosive 18-page motion for a new trial. In it, they question jurors and say they want to interview them about their conduct and verdict. The motion also points fingers at the jail informants and allege the trial itself was unfair from the start. Once the controlling matriarch of the Adelson family, Donna is now battling for her freedom behind bars—her latest legal move raising new questions about whether justice for Dan Markel will finally stand, or if the courtroom drama is far from over. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #Bestguests in all of #truecrime. In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman brings on Attorney Tim Jansen, Law Professor Jo Potuto and Justice for Dan's Jared Ross to discuss the latest motions and if any of will stick.Thanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation! Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

17 Sep 1h 32min

Donna Adelson spent years controlling every aspect of her family’s life, but in the end, she became the very person who destroyed them. Once seen as the matriarch holding everything together, Donna was recently convicted of orchestrating the murder of her ex–son-in-law, Dan Markel. In this video, we dive deep into the mind of Donna Adelson—a woman who could have saved her family but instead chose a path that ultimately tore them apart. They had it all…until they decided to hire a hitman. Was it worth it? Who really wins when a family is built on lies, control, and crime? Join us as we uncover the truth and continue the fight for #JusticeForDan.Thanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation! Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

16 Sep 1h 24min

The jury foreperson from the Donna Adelson trial is talks to STS in a raw, unfiltered interview about what really happened inside the deliberation room. She opens up about the shocking details of the trial, her impressions of Donna Adelson’s defense, and most importantly, the pivotal moment in Wendi Adelson’s testimony that made her stop and think twice. In this Surviving the Survivor episode, STS host Joel Waldman and the Jacey talk about how the jury weighed the evidence, the emotions that ran high, and why the testimony of Donna’s daughter raised so many questions. This interview is another step forward in the fight for truth and accountability — and a reminder that the pursuit of Justice for Dan Markel is far from over. *Jacey is also a mother of two little ones. One of her children has undergone two open-heart surgeries and will need another soon. You can learn more about her family's medical journey here: Https://gofund.me/87ba72e5bThanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation! Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

14 Sep 57min

What will life behind bars really look like for Donna Adelson? In this STS episode, former female inmates who served serious time break down exactly what’s waiting for the convicted mastermind in prison...and how life will be different than her quick stop in jail. From daily routines to inmate dynamics, they reveal the harsh realities and shocking truths about how Donna will fare after being found guilty in the murder of her ex-son-in-law, Dan Markel. This is one more step toward #JusticeForDan — but the story is far from over.Thanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation! Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

13 Sep 1h 12min

With Donna Adelson convicted for the shocking murder of her ex-son-in-law Dan Markel, all eyes now shift to Wendi Adelson and her possible role in this brutal family crime. In this special STS episode, we hear from two men who knew Dan best: his divorce attorney Stephen Webster—one of the last people to ever speak to Dan before he was gunned down—and his former student-turned-attorney Louis Jean-Baptiste. Now law partners, the pair were first introduced by Dan himself, and they’re coming together to reveal untold details about Dan’s life, his battles with the Adelsons, and what may really have led to his murder. With Donna and Charlie Adelson both behind bars, the big question remains: is Wendi Adelson next? #JusticeForDanThanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation! Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

12 Sep 1h 9min

Juror “Sprinkler Man” breaks his silence LIVE on STS! He reveals why he thought Donna Adelson was guilty in the Dan Markel murder trial, the testimony that stood out most, and answers YOUR burning questions. Don’t miss this rare behind-the-scenes look at how justice for Dan Markel was delivered. In this Special STS Episode, STS Host Joel Waldman brings on a juror, known to STS as "Sprinkler Man," as a #BestGuest to answers all the questions we've been wanting to know about the jury. This episode also includes #BestGuests Tim Jansen and Jo Potuto.Thanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation! Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ...VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcastCheck out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11 Sep 1h 37min