Episodes

  • Alex Murdaugh Sues Becky Hill & Prosecution Considers the Death Penalty for Retrial | Case Brief

    Alex Murdaugh Sues Becky Hill & Prosecution Considers the Death Penalty for Retrial | Case Brief
    May 20 2026
    Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/aBJJaSNLrg0 Following the May 13, 2026, unanimous decision by the South Carolina Supreme Court to overturn Alex Murdaugh’s double murder conviction due to improper jury influence by former clerk of court Rebecca "Becky" Hill, the legal battle has intensified with both a pending retrial and a new federal civil rights lawsuit. South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced on May 18, 2026, that his office will "aggressively seek to retry" Murdaugh and that all legal options, including the death penalty, are currently being considered. Simultaneously, Murdaugh’s defense team filed a lawsuit under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, alleging that Hill’s actions deprived Murdaugh of his constitutional right to a fair trial for her own personal financial gain, seeking at least $600,000 in compensatory damages to cover the costs of the original defense. While the defense remains optimistic about a future acquittal and intends to explore unexamined evidence—such as unknown male DNA found under Maggie Murdaugh’s fingernails—they have clarified that a retrial is unlikely to occur before the end of 2025. RESOURCES Alex Murdaugh Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw Karen Read Civil Lawsuits - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKVEoBmOhzUprvqi3-_6JoZ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • D4VD Case delayed. Nancy Guthrie Investigation updates, is it a cold case? | The Emily Show

    D4VD Case delayed. Nancy Guthrie Investigation updates, is it a cold case? | The Emily Show
    May 18 2026
    Get 40% off your first Hungryroot box plus a free item in every box for life at https://hungryroot.com/LAWNERD with code LAWNERD. For a limited time, Honeylove is offering up to 50% off sitewide during their Memorial Day sale at https://honeylove.com/LAWNERD #ad In this episode of the Emily Show, we get into the latest in the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie. The discussion covers significant developments such as the Pima County Board of Supervisors referring Sheriff Chris Nanos for a perjury investigation and reports of his friction with federal investigators. Additionally, the episode provides scheduling updates for the Singer David murder case, which involves over 10 terabytes of digital discovery, and covers the recent overturning of Alec Murdaugh's murder conviction due to the actions of a former clerk of court. Other topics include the sentencing of Brendan Banfield on June 5th, pending financial and civil matters for the recently convicted Kouri Richins, and the court's refusal of additional briefing in a case involving Blake Lively. RESOURCES LA Magazine - https://lamag.com/crimeinla/d4vd-winks-at-blair-berk-as-judge-pushes-murder-preliminary-hearing-to-june-29/ AZ Central Article 1 - https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/politics/arizona/2026/05/12/pima-county-sheriff-chris-nanos-faces-board-scrutiny/90002443007/ AZ Central Article 2 - https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2026/05/12/pima-county-official-says-sheriff-nanos-scolded-her-heres-why/90029008007/ KOLD Article - https://www.kold.com/2026/05/12/pima-county-sheriff-nanos-gives-update-nancy-guthrie-investigation/ People Article - https://people.com/sheriff-nanos-recounts-nancy-guthrie-criminal-investigation-11974263 Alex Murdaugh's Conviction Overturned - https://youtu.be/OJsFepBhw5E d4vd Preliminary Hearing Memo - https://youtu.be/XnOP9hfjFpU Donna Adelson Case - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gL0_OPy2AliqyEjGcI8QzBu Bryan Kohberger Case - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKASBczV3CsUx-t5oRAK0ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • Why The SC Supreme Court Overturned Alex Murdaugh’s Conviction. | Case Brief

    Why The SC Supreme Court Overturned Alex Murdaugh’s Conviction. | Case Brief
    May 15 2026
    Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/OJsFepBhw5E The South Carolina Supreme Court has officially overturned the murder convictions of Richard Alexander "Alex" Murdaugh and ordered a new trial. This decision stems from findings of egregious jury tampering by Colleton County Clerk of Court Rebecca Hill during the 2023 trial. Despite this reversal, Murdaugh remains in prison serving a 40-year federal sentence and a 27-year state sentence for financial crimes. Stay informed on the latest developments in the Murdaugh case and other major legal battles. RESOURCES Murdaugh Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw Courthouse Becky Testimony - https://youtu.be/vnUX0njyq4I Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Will Kouri Richins Receive Life Without Parole or a Chance at Redemption? | Case Brief

    Will Kouri Richins Receive Life Without Parole or a Chance at Redemption? | Case Brief
    May 14 2026
    Use code emily at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/emily Thanks to Incogni for sponsoring this video. Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/BIAxKY5M8I8 In this Case Brief, we head to court for the final sentencing hearing of Kouri Richins, who was convicted of the aggravated murder of her husband, Eric Richins. Facing two potential options—25 years to life or life in prison without the possibility of parole—the judge hears powerful and emotional impact statements from those closest to the case. RESOURCES Kouri Richins Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gIKTiEBENmlYTBxjH_fbLUO Murdaugh Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw Kouri Richins Sentencing Memo - https://youtu.be/-tjr1-GhvP8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Kouri Richins Sentencing Memo: What New Details Emerged About the Night of the Murder? | Case Brief

    Kouri Richins Sentencing Memo: What New Details Emerged About the Night of the Murder? | Case Brief
    May 13 2026
    Use code emily at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/emily Thanks to Incogni for sponsoring this video. Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/-tjr1-GhvP8 The sentencing for Kouri Richins is on May 13, 2026 at 9amMT and the prosecution has released a scathing sentencing memorandum detailing why they are seeking life in prison without the possibility of parole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • No NDA? The Blake Lively and Wayfarer Settlement finally filed. | The Emily Show

    No NDA? The Blake Lively and Wayfarer Settlement finally filed. | The Emily Show
    May 11 2026
    Get 15% off OneSkin with the code LAWNERD at https://www.oneskin.co/lawnerd #oneskinpod #ad For 50% off your order, head to https://DailyLook.com and use code LAWNERD. In this episode of the Emily Show, we break down the surprising developments in the Blake Lively vs. Wayfarer settlement. While trial was set to begin today, May 11, 2026, new filings reveal that this case is far from over. From staggering legal fees to a high-stakes battle over a newer California statute, Emily analyzes what these legal maneuvers mean for both parties and why the lack of an NDA is the most shocking detail of all. RESOURCES Lively Baldoni Settlement? - https://youtu.be/E-WwwaHxSNM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • What We Know About The Canvas Hack During Finals | Case Brief

    What We Know About The Canvas Hack During Finals | Case Brief
    May 10 2026
    Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/TZcwvptBlhE In this Case Brief, we look at the massive data breach at Instructure, the parent company of the Canvas learning management platform, has sent shockwaves through the educational world. Affecting an estimated 9,000 schools and over 275 million individuals—including students, teachers, and staff—this cyberattack by the group ShinyHunters has disrupted finals week for thousands of users worldwide. RESOURCES Canvas Hack Article - https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/news/2026/05/08/canvas-back-online-cyberattack-data-breach/89991038007/ Reuters Article - https://www.reuters.com/legal/litigation/schools-reach-out-hackers-canvas-breach-hits-us-classrooms-source-says-2026-05-08/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Karen Read Discovery Crisis: 22 Lawyers and How Many Depositions? | Case Brief

    Karen Read Discovery Crisis: 22 Lawyers and How Many Depositions? | Case Brief
    May 9 2026
    Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.com/lawnerd Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/TZcwvptBlhE This Case Brief covers two recent discovery hearings held on May 5th and May 7th in the Karen Read civil wrongful death case. The footage captures a frustrated judge pushing for progress in a litigation that has 22 lawyers across multiple parties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 mins