Surviving the Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime

It was an intense and emotional day inside the courtroom as Bryan Kohberger was officially sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the brutal murders of the four University of Idaho students — Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. Families of the Idaho 4 did not hold back during powerful and heart-wrenching victim impact statements, unleashing their pain and fury directly at Kohberger, who showed little emotion throughout the sentencing. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS special, Host Joel Waldman is in Boise, Idaho where he sat in court facing Kohberger and witnessing the emotional trauma families are still dealing with. Join STS Joel Waldman and powerhouse #BestGuests as they dive into the Kohberger's psyche--his lack of emotion and how today's intense statements may impact him. The atmosphere was tense, raw, and deeply personal as justice was finally handed down for one of the most shocking true crime cases in recent memory. This breaking update on the Idaho student murders is a must-watch for anyone following the Bryan Kohberger case, as the courtroom erupted with both tears and applause during this long-awaited moment.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

24 Juli 1h 41min

In a case that has captured national attention, Bryan Kohberger is now facing his final hours before sentencing in the brutal University of Idaho murders. As the nation watches closely, emotions are running high on the eve of what many are calling judgment day for the man accused of one of the most disturbing college campus crimes in recent memory. Kohberger, a former criminology PhD student, will soon stand before the court as families of the victims prepare to confront him one last time. The courtroom is expected to be packed, and security heightened, as the public demands answers—and justice. With new developments and possible last-minute statements from both the defense and prosecution, all eyes are on Bryan Kohberger as he awaits his fate. Bryan Kohberger was charged with the vicious murders of four University of Idaho students: Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin, who were brutally and senselessly stabbed to death in their off-campus home in November 2022. The chilling details of the crime shocked the nation and sparked a massive investigation that led to Kohberger’s arrest. He initially maintained his innocence but ultimately accepted a plea deal, avoiding a death penalty trial. Now, as sentencing approaches, the families and the public still grapple with lingering questions about motive, timeline, and unanswered details. What’s next for Bryan Kohberger—and will the sentencing bring true closure to a grieving community? Stay tuned for ongoing updates and breaking coverage of this landmark case by subscribing and turning your notifications on for show updates.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

23 Juli 1h 21min

Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to murdering four University of Idaho student but we still don't know why. As his sentencing approaches, more information and parties are speaking up after the gag order has been lifted--but will Kohberger reveal what everyone, even President Trump, is asking about: the motive. Bryan Kohberger, the admitted killer in the brutal slayings of four University of Idaho students, has officially pleaded guilty—canceling what was expected to be one of the most high-profile murder trials in recent memory. Facing four counts of first-degree murder and one count of felony burglary, Kohberger's sudden plea deal—just weeks before trial—has ignited national outrage and deepened the grief for victims' families and a shaken community still desperate for answers. With the death penalty taken off the table and no clear motive ever revealed, many are questioning whether justice was truly served. This emotional and controversial turn in the Idaho student murders case has sparked viral reactions across social media and reignited demands for transparency.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

22 Juli 1h 2min

Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to murdering four University of Idaho student but there were always red flags. This is one of the reasons Bryan Kohberger was denied when he tried to be a part of the Pullman Police Dept. Former Pullman Police Chief joins STS about his interaction with Idaho Killer Bryan Kohberger. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this episode STS Host, Joel Waldman, interviews Former Pullman Police Chief Gary Jenkins about what he noticed about Kohberger--and what happened as the breaking news unfolded. Bryan Kohberger, a former criminology Ph.D. student, pleaded guilty on July 2, 2025, to the November 13, 2022 home‑invasion stabbing murders of four University of Idaho students—Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. Facing charges of four counts of first‑degree murder and one count of felony burglary, Kohberger accepted a plea deal that spares him the death penalty in exchange for four consecutive life sentences plus an extra 10 years, with no possibility of appeal. Prosecutors secured a conviction based on DNA evidence from a knife sheath and Q‑tip, along with cell‑tower data and surveillance footage, though the motive remains officially unknown. Now awaiting sentencing on July 23, the controversial plea—welcomed by some families seeking closure but strongly opposed by others—has ignited widespread debate and media coverage.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

22 Juli 31min

The disturbing and suspicious death of Ellen Greenberg—who was found with 20 stab wounds, including to the back of her neck—was shockingly ruled a su*cide after the medical examiner changed the paperwork. Recently the medical examiner admitted he original called it a homicide--and to this day, no full murder investigation has ever been launched. This controversial case continues to spark outrage online, but in Philadelphia Ellen Greenberg's parents are demanding answers, justice, and accountability from everyone. Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in #truecrime. In this episode, STS Host Emmy Award-winning Journalist Joel Waldman is joined by the murder victim's parents, Sandee and Joshua Greenbergs. Ellen Greenberg’s tragic 2011 stabbing death case took a dramatic but positive turn—after 14 years of controversy--when the Philadelphia Medical Examiner officially reversed the “su*cide” ruling, and the city agreed to consider fully reopening her case following a $650K legal settlement. These development were a big step in the right direction--but since then the case has stalled once again. Will there ever be a murder investigation and will the Greenberg family find Justice?More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#JusticeforEllen #truecrimecommunity #truestory #murdermystery #investigations #criminaljustice #crimenews #newsupdate #stsnation  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

19 Juli 1h 20min

Dan Markel, a respected Florida State University law professor, was tragically murdered on July 18, 2014, in a “murder‑for‑hire” ambush outside his Tallahassee home. After a bitter custody battle with his ex-wife Wendi Adelson—centered on her desire to relocate their two sons to South Florida—a conspiracy unfolded. Investigators uncovered that Wendi’s brother, Charlie Adelson, allegedly arranged the hit, funneling payments through his then-girlfriend Katherine Magbanua. Magbanua then enlisted Sigfredo “Tuto” Garcia, who shot Markel in the head, while accomplice Luis Rivera helped orchestrate the setup. The crime was tracked down through surveillance of a rented Prius, phone and GPS data, and an undercover FBI operation that recorded coded phone calls involving Charlie and his mother, Donna Adelson. Ultimately, Garcia and Magbanua received life sentences, Rivera got 19 years for his plea and testimony, and Charlie was convicted in November 2023 on first‑degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation charges. Now Donna Adelson will go on trial in August of 2025.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

18 Juli 1h 2min

Will the victim's family and the public get access to all the evidence in the Idaho4 murder case? This critical gag order hearing today could determine whether chilling details about Bryan Kohberger and the brutal murder of four young Idaho students are unsealed for the world to see. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. As families and media await more insight into Bryan Kohberger's motive, a critical gag order hearing is set for July 17, 2025 to determine if pre-sentencing restrictions on discussing court details will be lifted. This hearing could unlock new revelations about his alleged online alias and shed light on digital evidence tied to the case. STS Host Joel Waldman will be watching it live along with #BestGuests who will provide analysis. Bryan Kohberger confessed to the horrific November 13, 2022 stabbings of four University of Idaho students and plead guilty on July 2, 2025, to avoid the death penalty. He will now face four consecutive life sentences plus ten years and has given up his right to appeal. Evidence against him included DNA on a recovered knife sheath, phone data, and surveillance footage. We remember the lives of the four victims senselessly murdered in Moscow, Idaho: Ethan Chapin: A 20- year-old from Conway, Washington who was staying with his girlfriend, Xana Kernodle, the night of the murder. Ethan was a triplet. Kaylee Goncalves: A 21-year-old from Rathdrum, Idaho who was murdered in her home next to her best friend, Maddie. Xana Kernodle: A 20-year-old from Avondale, Arizona, who later lived in Post Falls, Idaho. She was murdered at her home with her close friends and boyfriend. Madison Mogen: A 21-year-old from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho who many believe was the intended target. Maddie was murdered next to her childhood best friend, Kaylee.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#bryankohberger #trial #courtroomdrama #hearing #murdermystery #gagorder #stsnation #newsupdate #moscowidaho #idaho4update #truecrimecommunity #truecrimepodcast #truestory Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

18 Juli 1h 13min

Dentist James Craig faces murder charges for allegedly poisoning his wife of 23+ years--and the mother of his six kids--and today the coworker who reported James Craig and called the police is testifying. As she details what she refers to as disturbing and unusual behavior, jurors listen in as they learn more about the digital evidence, texts and unusual activity leading up to the murder of Angela Craig. Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuestsin all of true crime. In this episode, STS host Emmy award-winning journalist Joel Waldman is joined by a former District Attorney in the very are where James Craig is being tried along with another attorney who is an expert in poison murder cases. Accused of poisoning his wife Angela with potassium cyanide hidden in her protein shakes, Dentist Craig James is facing first-degree murder charges. Prosecutors allege he staged a carefully calculated plot, researching lethal substances and ordering poison online while pretending to be a loving husband and father. The case has only gotten darker, with shocking text messages, alleged affairs, and claims of a murder-for-hire plot surfacing as key evidence. James' trial started on July 15, 2025 with opening statements. The state gave infidelity and financial woes as a motive while the defense said their client is innocent--and the investigation was limited only pointing to Craig from the very start. As Craig is on trial and more evidence gets released the question remains-- will justice be served? And what does Justice look like...All Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast#JamesCraig #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #MurderTrial #KillerDentist #AngelaCraig #PoisoningCase#CrimeStory #JusticeForAngela Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

17 Juli 1h 27min