Inside the Bryan Kohberger Case with Two Renowned Authors and Idaho’s 2X Journalist of the Year

STS takes you inside the shocking Virginia au pair double murder case that stunned the community—a twisted plot involving a catfish, an affair, a fake fetish setup, and a dark plan that ended in a tragic double murder. Christine Banfield, a mother, was stabbed and Joseph Ryan was shot, exposing how deception and desperation spiraled into violence after Christine's husband and his lover allegedly planned what they thought was the perfect murder. In this episode, STS host Joel Waldman is joined by Retired Legendary Detective Fil Waters and Retired FBI Agent Scott Duffey as they break down police interviews, body cam footage, and the chilling details of the double murder investigation. This in-depth coverage of the au pair double murder in Virginia dives into the facts, the suspects, and the disturbing reality behind this criminal scheme.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.

27 Sep 1h 38min

New video footage from inside prison shows Charlie Adelson’s tantrums and meltdowns, echoing the same entitled behavior his mother, Donna Adelson, displayed during her own trial and complaints from behind bars. In this STS breakdown, we explore the toxic mother-son dynamic that helped drive the murder-for-hire plot that killed Dan Markel. With both Charlie and Donna now convicted murderers, the disturbing family parallels are clearer than ever. Join STS Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman, and his Co-host and mom, Karmela Waldman. Joel and Karm will review and analyze Charlie and Donna, unravel their patterns, and continue to shine light on the fight for Justice for Dan Markel.*Special thanks to @Spillthecrime_Tea for Charlie's Video*Special thanks to @truelifestyles for Donna's logsThanks 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.

26 Sep 1h 18min

He went from smooth-talking conman to a cold-blooded serial killer yet somehow tricked the FBI into making him an informant.In this gripping case, retired FBI agent Jonny Grusing pulls back the curtain on how a master manipulator deceived federal agents, all while hiding his deadly double life. Grusing takes us deep inside the investigation, exposing the shocking truth about the man who conned the FBI, killed without remorse, and left a trail of victims in his wake. This chilling story reveals how even the nation’s top investigators can be outplayed by a criminal mastermind—until justice finally caught up.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.

24 Sep 57min

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