Court Junkie

After 37-year-old Christine Banfield was murdered in her home alongside a man she had never met, investigators focused on Christine’s husband and their nanny.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur o...

After Justin and Amber Hicks were tragically killed in their home, investigators began to suspect the neighbor, who has an odd connection to the house.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfa...

In this episode, we speak to Shannon Moroney, who talks to us about the violent crimes her husband, Jason Staples, committed, and what it was like trying to process them.  Thank you to Shannon for taking the time to share her story with us. Check out her book, Through The Glass -  https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Through-the-Glass/Shannon-Moroney/9781501109133 . Thank you to Profes...

After a tragic hit-and-run accident took the lives of two people, the driver went on trial.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co.  and this episode was researched and w...

38-year-old Kandise Sheahen went on trial in May 2025, after investigators accused her of causing her grandmother’s death.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. and this epi...

An off-duty deputy goes on trial, following the shooting death of his girlfriend.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a mo...

After a popular rapper is gunned down in a hotel parking lot in Tampa, Florida, investigators uncover a conspiracy to kill him, involving multiple suspects. In this episode, we cover the trial of Alicia Andrews, who prosecutors say played a pivotal role in the murder.  NOTE: I will be taking a small break for the holidays and will be back with a brand new episode on January 5. Happy Holidays!...

In April 1999, the body of 21-year-old Melissa Wolfenbarger was found. With most signs pointing to her husband as the killer, Christopher Wolfenbarger went on trial decades later. But after another strong suspect emerges, would a jury convict him? Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc...

On May 14, 2022, a fight between teenagers turned deadly, after 17-year-old James McGrath was stabbed. Three years later, his killer went on trial. Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. Please support 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...

On May 14, 2022, a fight between teenagers turned deadly after 17-year-old James McGrath was stabbed. Three years later, his killer went on trial.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Re...

In June 2007, 18-year-old college student Anita Knutson was found stabbed to death in her apartment. With numerous suspects, prosecutors finally focused on one and brought their case to trial.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the sh...

In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this bonus episode, we cover his former mother-in-law’s sentencing hearing.   Sponsors in this episode: Quince - Go to Quince.com/Court for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Boll & Branch -  Get 15% off,  plus  free shipping ot  Bollandb...

In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this episode, we continue to cover the long-awaited case against Dan’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson.  Sponsors in this episode: Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose.  Pluto TV -&nbs...

In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this episode, we go over the long-awaited case against Dan’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson. Please support 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...

In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this episode, we go over the long-awaited case against Dan’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson. Please support 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...

In February 2023, 15-year-old Collin Griffith killed his father in what he said was self-defense. 18 months later, he killed his mother too. Would the jury believe his second self-defense claim? Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording...

In May 2014, 74-year-old Dr. Steven Schwartz was found shot to death in his Tarpon Springs home. Investigators soon found the killer, but was there more to the story? Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co.  provides post-prod...

In January 2025, Natalie Cochran went on trial for the murder of her husband, Michael Cochran. According to prosecutors, Natalie had scammed her loved ones out of thousands of dollars, but was she also a murderer? Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998  Spons...

In January 2007, 42-year-old Todd Stermer died in a tragic house fire. According to prosecutors, it wasn’t an accident. It was murder.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998  Sponsors in this episode: Boll & Branch -  Get 15% off,  pl...

After a series of deaths at Mount Carmel West Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, a doctor is arrested and charged with murder. Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998  Sponsors in this episode: - AquaTru - Get 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru...

After the tragic murder of 34-year-old Maria Willson in October 2001, investigators in Michigan uncover their lead suspect’s dangerous past.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998  Sponsors in this episode: Honeylove - Go to  honeylove.com/Court  fo...

After the tragic murder of 34-year-old Maria Willson in October 2001, investigators in Michigan uncover their lead suspect’s dangerous past.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998  Sponsors in this episode: Honeylove - Go to  honeylove.com/Court  fo...

A fatal confrontation inside a movie theater in Wesley Chapel, Florida, results in the death of one man and the arrest of another. NOTE: This is a replay episode from 2022. We had a sick household last week, so I was unable to record. Next regular episode will be released as scheduled. Thank you for your understanding!  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases an...

In January 2023, there was a tragic shooting at a Daytona Beach Hospital, killing 77-year-old Jerry Gilland. The question of WHY the shooting happened would be the central focus later in court.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998  Sponsors in this episode:...

After Boston police officer John O’Keefe was found dead on a front lawn in January 2022, his girlfriend, Karen Read, was arrested. At her 2024 trial, prosecutors accused Karen of hitting John with her car and then leaving him to die in the cold. The defense, however, told the jury that Karen was framed and that there was a massive cover-up. Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which cover...