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Hollywood adored him. The world mourned him. But few truly know the chilling truth behind his untimely end. Once a teenage heartthrob and Oscar-nominated star of Rebel Without a Cause , Sal Mineo’s life spiraled from red carpets to a shocking alleyway murder that left fans and investigators stunned. In this episode, we unravel the dark side of 1970s fame, betrayal, and obsession in a case that sti...

⚠️ Listener discretion is advised. This episode contains sensitive content involving minors. When teenage infatuation turns into something far darker, two young lives are cut short, and a politically charged firestorm erupts. This episode unravels the shocking murders of Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas, a case that’s as disturbing as it is divisive. Set against a backdrop of privilege, power, and...

🎃 BOO! 👻 It’s our first-ever Halloween special on You’re Next, and we’re taking you deep into two chilling mysteries that’ll haunt your thoughts long after the episode ends. First, Sergio ventures into the eerie forests of Mount Shasta, where a young boy claims to have met a copy of his grandmother with shiny skin and an unsettling request… then, Emilio unearths the gruesome and unsolved Hinterk...

In this gripping conclusion, we delve deeper into the tragic story of Roxanne Hayes, a devoted mother whose life was cut short by a system that failed to protect her. We explore her beautiful, full life, her unwavering devotion to her children, and the choices she made, refusing to let her work define her. This episode also examines the wider legal and societal context, including “Aimee’s Law”, en...

In this gripping first part of our two-part series, we dive into the harrowing story of Mary Vincent, a courageous survivor who faced unimaginable danger and turned her trauma into action. At just 15 years old, Mary endured a brutal attack, but her resilience and bravery ultimately led to the capture of a notorious serial predator. Join us as we explore Mary’s story of survival, justice, and empow...

When police arrived at the upscale Lululemon store in Bethesda, Maryland, they discovered a scene straight out of a nightmare: two employees were attacked, one dead, and a trail of blood stretching across the boutique’s floor. But as detectives dug deeper, the story of a robbery gone wrong quickly unraveled into something far more disturbing. In this episode, we break down the shocking 2011 murder...

In 1978, a chilling act of Cold War espionage unfolded on the streets of London when a Bulgarian dissident was assassinated with one of the strangest weapons in history, a modified umbrella tipped with deadly poison. This episode explores the shadowy world of political assassinations, spycraft, and how a single rainday accessory became a symbol of international intrigue. Episode Resources Sources,...

OMG WE'RE FINALLY BACK!!! In this episode, we delve into Emilio's hometown murder, the heartbreaking case of Riley Fox, a vibrant 3-year-old girl from Wilmington, Illinois. On June 6, 2004, Riley was tragically kidnapped and murdered, shaking the small community to its core. Initially, her father, Kevin Fox, was wrongfully accused, but DNA evidence later exonerated him. The true perpetrato...

We’ve told you their stories; now we want to tell you the full impact that they’ve had on our justice system. Listen to Brooke explain the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, from the verbiage down to the weird commerce clause. She gets really nerdy in this one! To learn more about the act, click here! Learn more about ⁠The Byrd Foundation for Racial Healing here⁠! Want...

This is one of the most brutal cases we have covered!!! Do we have your attention now? On June 7, 1998, James Byrd, Jr. was walking home and was spotted by a truck full of white supremacists in Jasper County, Texas. What followed was fueled entirely by racial hatred and involved some of the most unspeakable and gruesome details you've ever heard.   Learn more about The Byrd Foundation for Raci...

Happy Pride Everyone!!! We hope that you all feel loved and proud all month, and all year long. For the third and final case of our 2023 Pride Special, Emilio and Brooke cover a lot of queer history, stretching all the way back to the American 1940s, and crossing coast to coast, hitting its apex with the Stonewall Riots in 1969 New York City (did you also hear that in Angel's voice from Rent?...

Happy Pride Everyone!!! We hope that you all feel loved and proud all month and all year long. For the second case of our Pride Month special, Brooke and Emilio cover the life and mysterious death of Marsha P. Johnson (she said the P stood for "pay it no mind", and we absolutely stan that). We cover a little bit of old New York history, the history of the gay rights movement, and an essent...

Happy Pride Everyone!!! We hope that you all feel loved and proud all month and all year long. In this episode, listen to Emilio and Brooke tell the story of Matthew Shepard, a young man who was murdered in Laramie, Wyoming, by acquaintances because he was gay and they were hateful. In the second and final episode of our series on Matthew Shepard, Emilio Ybarra, and Brooke Bovier will take you thr...

Happy Pride Everyone!!! We hope that you all feel loved and proud all month, and all year long. In this episode, listen to Emilio Ybarra and Brooke Bovier tell the story of Matthew Shepard, a young man who was murdered in Laramie, Wyoming by acquaintances simply because he was gay and they were hateful. This first episode in a two-part series tells of Matthew's life, how he came to know his at...

Ok... we LOVE Chicago! But we don't love fires in Chicago! In this episode, Emilio Ybarra and Brooke Bovier discuss an arson-for-profit case that tragically took the lives of three firefighters and just so happened in Brooke's neighborhood, but long before either of your hosts was born. Our advice after this case: don't keep the extra bottles of accelerant when you commit arson. Episod...

All we're saying is that we have many questions and no one is willing to answer them. Except for Lana. Which is why we love her. Listen to Emilio Ybarra and Brooke Bovier discuss the facts and theories of the Natalie Wood case and her illustrious career that led her to be on that yacht, The Splendour, that night. Christopher Walken, we'd really like to talk to you, sir. Episode Resources S...

Well, look what we have here: another dirtbag husband!!! Caren Campano was a daughter, sister, and mother to 3, and her third husband killed her after an argument about his drug use. Go on, press play, and listen as Emilio Ybarra and Brooke Bovier tell you all the forensic details of this case from 31 years ago and get a few laughs along the way. If you take anything away from this case, don't...

Happy Birthday, Emilio!! As a treat for our lovely host's day of birth, listen to Brooke tell Emilio all about the political assassination that shook Scandinavia. This case might have more conspiracies than Princess Diana and JFK combined! Will we ever truly know what happened? Episode Resources Sources, case documents, and further reading for this episode are compiled at yourenextpod.com (com...

Surprise! To prevent our episodes from reaching gargantuan proportions (over 2 hours), we decided to siphon off this extra discussion of Casey Anthony's "documentary" Where the Truth Lies on Peacock into a separate episode! Listen to Brooke Bovier and Emilio Ybarra discuss the issues they found with Casey's stories and get very upset. We are not endorsing her, but as this release h...

It's all too uncommon that tragedy takes place, but when legislators pass a bill aimed at protecting those affected by similar future disasters, a more significant impact is made on the world. In our first BONUS EPISODE, Emilio Ybarra and Brooke Bovier discuss HB (House Bill) 37, which originated from a petition by Michelle Crowder on Change.org and caught the attention of legislators within 2...

PART TWO IS HERE!!! Listen to Emilio Ybarra and Brooke Bovier continue the discussion on the Caylee Anthony case. Was it murder? An accidental death? Was it covered up? In general, what in the world is going on with this family? In part 2, we discuss the trial, prosecution, "Zanny the nanny", and our theories about what we think actually happened. Episode Resources Sources, case documents,...

This is BY FAR one of the most infamous cases of the 21st century so far. Listen to Emilio and Brooke discuss the Caylee Anthony case. Was it murder? An accidental death? Was it covered up? In general, what in the world is going on with this family? In part 1, we discuss the family, Caylee's death, Cindy's bizarre 911 call, and the investigation that followed. Episode Resources Sources, ca...

They always say the victim lit up a room, but this time, we actually agree. Emily Longley was a tenacious, smart, and driven young woman whose life was snuffed out far too soon by a spoiled brat of a man-child. And don't even get us started on the parents!! Episode Resources Sources, case documents, and further reading for this episode are compiled at yourenextpod.com (coming soon) Support You...

Dress up, donuts, and… murder? Well, attempted anyway. Listen to Emilio Ybarra and Brooke Bovier recount the details of the stabbing of 12-year-old Payton Leutner by her best friend after a birthday party, all in the name of a fictional faceless man. They were so little!! Episode Resources Sources, case documents, and further reading for this episode are compiled at yourenextpod.com (coming soon)...

What do lies, infidelity, a sex dungeon, and murder all have in common...? Nothing, that is, unless you're Bob Bashara. In this episode, we cover the blooming onion version of the true crime case involving the death of Jane Bashara. Jane was a very smart, successful, and prominent woman in every way possible! Jane and Bob lived an outwardly comfortable and loving life in Grosse Point Park, Mic...