Reasonable Doubt

With D4vd behind bars and no charges filed, is the LA DA scrambling to build a case? Mark Geragos and Guest host Lauren Conlin unpack the timeline, the evidence, and what prosecutors must decide next. D4vd, real name David Anthony Burke, has been arrested in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez after the teen was found deceased in the singer's Tesla in September of 2025...

Mark and Gary unpack the latest developments in Sean Combs’ high-stakes appeal, focusing on a tense Second Circuit hearing that could reshape how acquitted conduct is used in sentencing. From sharp judicial questioning to a memorable pizza metaphor that may have undercut the prosecution’s case, they walk through key arguments, legal strategy, and what the court's tone could signal about a possible...

Mark and Gary dig into the Tiger Woods DUI arrest, analyzing body cam footage, field sobriety tests, and key police decisions that could weaken the case. They also explore how investigative mistakes and questionable testing methods may impact any potential charges, while also touching on a high-profile civil case making headlines and what it reveals about legal strategy gone wrong. Watch Beyond A...

Mark is joined by his daughter, criminal defense attorney Teny Geragos, alongside Gary, for a fast-moving breakdown of Tiger Woods’ DUI arrest following a rollover crash. The trio digs into the sheriff’s account, the absence of alcohol, and the legal limits of field sobriety tests and urinalysis, offering insight into how the case could unfold in court. They also touch on major legal headlines inv...

Mark and Gary break down the bizarre and surprisingly consequential trial involving Afroman, police officers and a viral home raid turned into music videos. From courtroom comedy to serious questions about defamation and artistic expression, the case becomes a masterclass in how juries interpret satire. The episode also explores the fallout from the sudden cancellation of The Bachelorette and what...

Mark and Gary examine the troubling new warning from investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, now missing for 40 days. They discuss criticism of the sheriff’s handling of the case, new evidence obtained by the FBI, and why the delayed public safety warning raises serious questions. Watch Beyond A Reasonable Doubt and all Reasonable Doubt video content on YouTube exclusively at  Yo...

Michele McPhee joins Mark as a guest co-host to unpack new reporting that links the Jeffrey Epstein files to the long-running lawsuit filed by families of the victims of September 11. Drawing on recently surfaced emails and court filings in the case Ashton et al v. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, McPhee traces how two of the hijackers who arrived at LAX in 2000 were allegedly supported by individuals tie...

Los Angeles Magazine investigative reporter Michele McPhee joins Mark Geragos as guest co-host to unpack the shocking FBI raids on LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho’s office and home. What began as speculation about political retaliation quickly gave way to a deeper investigation into a failed $6.2 million AI chatbot contract, a bankrupt startup, alleged investor fraud, and a web of personal a...

Mark and Gary break down a startling hot mic exchange from a high-profile Les Wexner deposition tied to the Epstein saga, unpack lingering questions about Epstein’s financial origins, and examine a major 6-3 U.S. Supreme Court decision limiting presidential emergency powers on tariffs. The hosts explore what the ruling means for the separation of powers, potential refund battles over billions in t...

Mark and Gary dive into the latest twists surrounding the Epstein files, unpack swirling true crime speculation from Tucson, and examine how digital forensics and online rumors are shaping the narrative. The hosts debate conflicting reports, discuss legal fallout tied to high-profile figures, and explore how fast-moving information can cloud even seasoned observers. The conversation then shifts to...

Mark Geragos is joined by special guest co-host (and his daughter) Teny Geragos, a criminal defense attorney, for a wide-ranging legal breakdown that moves from the arrest of journalist Don Lemon and the First Amendment issues it raises to a major pre-trial victory removing the death penalty in the Luigi Mangione case. The episode also digs into federal charging tactics, prosecutorial discretion,...

Mark and Gary dissect the explosive congressional testimony of Special Counsel Jack Smith. From his inability to recall who swore him into office, to questions surrounding a second oath, secret subpoenas, confidential informant payments, and nondisclosure orders involving the Speaker of the House, the hosts examine what these moments reveal about power, process, and accountability at the highest l...

Mark is joined this week by criminal defense attorney Alan Jackson. Coming off his headline-making victory in the Karen Read retrial, Jackson offers a candid look at the pressures and pitfalls of high-profile defense work, including the emotional impact of withdrawing from the Nick Reiner case. The conversation explores how media attention, prosecutorial conduct, gag orders, and judicial decision-...

Mark and Gary break down the sudden withdrawal of defense attorney Alan Jackson from the Nick Reiner case and what it signals about funding, strategy, and the defendant’s mental state. The conversation expands to the role of public defenders, family interests in criminal prosecutions, and the broader obligations of the justice system. They also dive into a developing separation of powers fight inv...

Mark is joined by acclaimed trial lawyer Nicholas Rowley, who sits in as guest co-host. The two dig into a major Starbucks burn verdict, revisit the misunderstood McDonald’s hot coffee case, and break down how corporate narratives distort public views of civil justice. The conversation also explores Rowley’s successful fight to raise California’s medical malpractice damages cap, his latest battle...

In this holiday episode of Reasonable Doubt, Mark is joined by a special guest co-host, his daughter and fellow criminal defense attorney Teny. Together, they dig into the latest twists in the Jeffrey Epstein saga after the DOJ announced the discovery of more than a million additional documents, raising serious questions about discovery failures, transparency, and how federal prosecutions are actu...

Mark and Gary are joined by guest host Teny Geragos for a deep dive into one of the most complex and misunderstood areas of criminal law. Using the Nick Reiner case as a lens, the panel unpacks why arraignments are delayed, how competency evaluations and insanity pleas actually work, and what lawyers must consider when mental illness is front and center. The conversation also explores who pays for...

Mark and Gary break down the mounting tension inside a high-profile Los Angeles grand jury investigation, examining the rare public clash between prosecutors, LAPD, and the medical examiner, what it signals about the strength of the case, and why a major development could come sooner than expected. The conversation then shifts to Washington, where the Supreme Court is weighing a challenge that cou...

Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon joins Mark Geragos to break down the Supreme Court ruling on Texas redistricting, her overhaul of campus DEI programs, and the sweeping changes she is driving inside the DOJ. She also reflects on public service, recruiting new attorneys, and the unexpected role knitting plays in managing a high-pressure job. Watch Beyond A Reasonable Doub...

Mark and Gary break down the dramatic collapse of the Georgia RICO case tied to Fani Willis and Nathan Wade, a prosecution they have followed from the start. They revisit the courtroom moments that foreshadowed the ruling, reflect on Ashleigh Merchant's pivotal role in exposing misconduct, and discuss why the judge’s dismissal may mark an important course correction for the justice system. Watch B...

Mark Geragos and Harvey Levin dig into shocking new developments in the death of Celeste Rivas. LAPD detectives have identified a second suspect — someone possibly connected “before, during, and after” the crime. Geragos reveals exclusive details from sources close to the investigation, including how cellphone data, Tesla tracking, and social media location info are helping law enforcement connect...

Mark and Gary break down the week’s flood of speculation surrounding newly surfaced Epstein-related emails, the wild theories they have sparked, and how context shifts the meaning of coded messages. The hosts also examine a developing California case involving a mother, her missing daughter, and an arrest that hints at a deeper custody dispute. Plus, they touch on Todd Blanche’s role in the Maxwel...

Mark and Gary unpack global and domestic headlines, from Israel’s controversial role in the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict to a shocking $10 million verdict after a six-year-old shot his teacher. The hosts explore how social media reshapes tribal loyalties, how negligence meets justice, and why even the Supreme Court’s balance could soon shift. Watch Beyond A Reasonable Doubt and all Reasonable Doubt...

Mark and Gary kick off this episode with a deep dive into one of the wildest Dodgers finishes in recent memory, a game-ending double play for the ages and a ball wedged in the wall that had fans (and umpires) scrambling for the rulebook. They break down the bizarre play, the brilliance of Kike Hernández, and why this postseason feels like baseball’s golden era reborn. Watch Beyond A Reasonable Dou...

Mark and Gary welcome new Los Angeles Magazine contributor Lauren Conlin to break down New York’s most chaotic headlines, from the polarizing Mamdani-Cuomo race to the mob-linked poker scandal entangling NBA names. Also: Dodgers World Series updates, Twitter trolls, and magic glasses that reveal more than just cards. Watch Beyond A Reasonable Doubt and all Reasonable Doubt video content on YouTube...