No one disputes who shot and killed Diane Smith McIver - her husband, Tex McIver. But was it a tragic accident, or was it murder? Sponsors in this episode: Rothys - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of Order. Go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code junkie50. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  June’s Journey - Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play.  Jordan Harbinger Show - Search for The Jordan Harbinger Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.  This episode was researched and written by Polly Kotowski, from Law & Crime. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @pollykotowski. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

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Ep 153: The Perfect Couple (Part 1)

After a 32-year-old mother of two disappeared from a small town in Michigan, her husband became the immediate suspect. But with an ironclad alibi, could he really have been the killer? Thank you to Rex Hall Jr. from the Kalamazoo Gazette for talking to us about this case.  Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for up to 50% less. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Caldrea - Get 20% off with code FCOL20 when you buy online at Caldrea.com.  Talkspace - Get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show by using the code COURT at talkspace.com. This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 152: The Alibi

In May 2019, an 8-year-old girl was kidnapped from Ft. Worth, Texas. In this episode, we take a look at the intensive searches and investigation that followed.  NOTE: This is a true story, but names have been disguised to protect identities of the victim and her family.  Sponsors in this episode: Fitish - Try Fitish and get 15% off your order by using the code COURT15 at Fitish.com.  Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Jordan Harbinger Show - Search for The Jordan Harbinger Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.  This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 151: The Kidnapping

In March 2011, Brandon Willie Martin was living out his dream, after being drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays. But just four years later, he would be facing charges of murder. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Uprising - Be one of the first 1,000 to use the code COURT at Uprisingfood.com/court and get free standard shipping. Check out the sampler bundle today!  Fitish - Try Fitish and get 15% off your order by using the code COURT15 at Fitish.com.  Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Pluto TV - Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now. This episode was researched and written by Polly Kotowski. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @PollyKotowski. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 150: The Top Prospect

In this episode, we take a deeper look into the Cyntoia Brown case - how it all started, and where it stands today.  Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for up to 50% less. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Fitish - Try Fitish and get 15% off your order by using the code COURT15 at Fitish.com.  Audible - New members can try Audible for 30 days - for free. To get started, visit Audible.com/courtjunkie or text CourtJunkie to 500-500.  Jordan Harbinger Show - Search for The Jordan Harbinger Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.  This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon.  Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 149: Cyntoia Brown

In March 2007, Karl Hoerig was found dead at the bottom of his staircase. Who killed him, and why? Sponsors in this episode: Rothys - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Talkspace - Get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show by using the code COURT at Talkspace.com. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of Order. Go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code Junkie50. Jordan Harbinger Show - Search for The Jordan Harbinger Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.  Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 148: The Bottom of the Stairs

NOTE: Please excuse audio issues - the joys of Zoom calls! One day soon, we hope to record together in the studio. Until then, Zoom, it is.  In this episode of Sidebar, Jillian and Brittnee chat about the most recent Court Junkie cases, including: - Tai Chan - Sandra Melgar - Lori McConnell - Kayle Fleischauer Jillian also goes over some updates in past Court Junkie cases: - Alexis Murphy - Joel Guy Jr. Then, Jillian shares an interview she did with Valerie Pavilonis, University Editor with the Yale Daily News, about the recent death of Kevin Jiang. Brittnee shares a chilling quote from an accused murderer who recently decided to represent herself in her case, and then they discuss the hit and run accident involving the South Dakota Attorney General.  Jillian then answers some listener questions and raves about recent advertisers.  To see a video recording of this episode, make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/CourtJunkie. Follow Jillian and Brittnee on Instagram @JillianJalali and @BrittneeKlicic. Got any questions, comments or case suggestions for us? Send them to Podcast@CourtJunkie.com and include Sidebar in the subject line.

SIDEBAR: “The system failed. This can’t happen.”

Prosecutors say Erica Stefanko played a crucial role in the murder of 25-year-old Ashley Biggs, but can they prove it in court? Sponsors in this episode: 1800-CONTACTS - Order online at 1800Contacts.com. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Uprising - Be one of the first 1,000 to use the code COURT at Uprisingfood.com/court and get free standard shipping. Check out the sampler bundle today!  Jordan Harbinger Show - Search for The Jordan Harbinger Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.  Pluto TV - Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now. This episode was researched and written by Stephanie Horton, from Law & Crime.  Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 147: Accomplice to Murder

In April 2018, two siblings went to go visit their father for the weekend. Only one of them would leave the house alive. Today’s case examines the case of Chase Fleischauer, and the trial of his father, Kayle Fleischauer. Sponsors in this episode: Purely Elizabeth - Get 25% off your first order on all Purely Elizabeth products by using code: COURTJUNKIE at checkout on purelyelizabeth.com.  Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for up to 50% less. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. BLUblox - Get high quality, blue light glasses at BLUblox with free shipping worldwide and 15% off by going to BLUblox.com/COURTJUNKIE or enter code COURTJUNKIE at check out. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 146: The Shooting Death of Chase Fleischauer

On July 10, 2018, the lives of Lori McConnell’s children were changed forever. The system that was supposed to save her, didn’t.  Thank you to Ryan VanDoren and Lora Bennett for sharing their story with us.  Sponsors in this episode: 1800-CONTACTS - Order online at 1800Contacts.com. Literati - Head to Literati.com/COURT for 25% off your first two orders. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Purely Elizabeth - Get 25% off your first order on all Purely Elizabeth products by using code: COURTJUNKIE at checkout on purelyelizabeth.com.  BLUblox - Get high quality, blue light glasses at BLUblox with free shipping worldwide and 15% off by going to BLUblox.com/COURTJUNKIE or enter code COURTJUNKIE at check out. This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon.  Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 145: When The System Fails - The Lori McConnell Story

It’s a case that has been covered and picked apart for years, yet there are still many questions that linger. In December 2012, Houston police responded to a brutal murder scene - Jim Melgar was found dead in his bedroom, while his wife of 32 years, Sandra Melgar, was tied up in a bathroom closet. Sandra told investigators she had suffered a seizure and didn’t know who killed her husband and locked her up. Investigators didn’t believe her, and she was charged and later convicted of his murder.  Is Sandra a cold-blooded killer, or is an innocent person in prison? Sponsors in this episode: Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of Order. Go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code junkie50.  Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Rothys - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Talkspace - Get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show by using the code COURT at talkspace.com. Jordan Harbinger Show - Search for The Jordan Harbinger Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.  This episode was researched and written by Matt Keyser, with additions by Jillian Jalali. Matt is one of the hosts and producers of KHOU’s long form podcast about the case, Season 2 of Missing Pieces. Follow Matt on Twitter @bymattkeyser. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 144: Home Invasion or Murder From The Inside? (Sandra Melgar)

In this first episode of Sidebar, Jillian and Brittnee discuss the most recent Court Junkie cases, including: - Skylar Nemetz Joel Guy Jr. David Dooley Jillian also goes over some updates in past Court Junkie cases: - Jamarion Lawhorn - Anita Smithey Then, Jillian and Brittnee discuss the death of Phil Spector and how the media covered it, before diving into cases they are currently following. Those cases include a man who survived multiple attempts on his life, a heroic waitress, and the tragic murder of a college student.  To see a video recording of this episode, make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/CourtJunkie. Follow Jillian and Brittnee on Instagram @JillianJalali and @BrittneeKlicic. Got any questions, comments or case suggestions for us? Send them to podcast@CourtJunkie.com and include Sidebar in the subject line. NOTE: Jillian’s 4-year-old microphone was giving her some difficulties, so a new one is on the way! You can expect better sound in next month’s Sidebar. Thanks for your patience! 

SIDEBAR: “That was a very bizarre case.”

In October 2014, two deputies with the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office left for Arizona on a work trip. After a night filled with drinking and arguing, only one would return home alive.  Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for up to 50% less. 1-800-CONTACTS - Order online at 1800contacts.com, download their free app, or call 1-800 Contacts (1-800-266-8228).  BluBox - Get free shipping worldwide and 15% off by going to blublox.com/COURTJUNKIE or enter code COURTJUNKIE at check out. EveryPlate - Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.99 per meal plus an additional 20% off another 2 weeks by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code courtjunkie199. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Purely Elizabeth - Get 25% off your first order on all Purely Elizabeth products by using code: COURTJUNKIE at checkout on purelyelizabeth.com.  This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 143: The Deputy (Tai Chan)

After 42-year-old Michelle Mockbee was found dead at her work in May 2012, investigators zeroed in on the janitor, David Dooley. He was convicted of murder just two years later, and sentenced to life in prison. But in 2016, David would be granted a new trial. Would new evidence come to light and prove his innocence, or would he be convicted again? Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT.  Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Talkspace - Get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show by using the code COURT at talkspace.com. Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for up to 50% less. The Jordan Harbinger Show - Subscribe anywhere you listen to podcasts. This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie.

Ep 142: The Janitor (David Dooley)

Imagine being wrongfully convicted for a crime you didn't commit, or imagine your child's killer is still on the loose even though there's enough evidence for an arrest. I want to help shine light on the injustices of our judicial system. I delve into court documents, attend trials, and interview those close to the case to help me tell their stories.

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