Jury Dropouts Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Jeffrey Epstein is a name that evokes strong emotions and controversy. But how did a man from a humble background ascend to become a powerful figure entangled in a web of scandal? In this episode, we’ll explore Epstein's early life, his education, and the connections he made that would ultimately lead to his downfall. Support the show Intro- Stomping Rock by Alex Grohl,  Outr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, the hosts delve into the complex case of the Idaho Four, discussing the background of the case, the character of Brian Kohberger, and the various theories surrounding the murders. They explore the evidence presented, the implications of the plea deal, and the timeline of events leading up to and following the tragic incident. The conversation also touches on the b...

Send us Fan Mail This conversation delves into the chilling story of Robert Pickton, a Canadian serial killer who operated a pig farm and was responsible for the deaths of numerous women, primarily sex workers. The discussion covers his early life, the transformation of his family farm into a site of horror, the investigation that led to his arrest, and the public outrage that followed. The conver...

Send us Fan Mail  The conversation delves into the incident involving Charlie Kirk, focusing on the details from the probable cause affidavit, the analysis of surveillance footage, and the logistics surrounding the alleged use of a rifle. The hosts discuss various theories and speculations regarding the incident, questioning the narrative presented by law enforcement and exploring broader conspira...

Send us Fan Mail The Franklin story is a rabbit hole for sure. As you research or read the books, The Franklin Cover-Up by John Decamp or The Franklin Scandal by Nick Bryant, its hard not to trail off onto a different path. Those paths include other trafficking rings, government programs, terror plots, satanism and various forms of corruption. It seems to never end. #JuryDropouts #TrueCrime #Consp...

Send us Fan Mail Part 2 of the Franklin trafficking ring covers the interview of Alisha Owens. Alisha, one of the several alleged victims, provided a taped interview to Gary Caradori. The interview lasted several hours and covered events beginning in 1983.  #JuryDropoutsPodcast #TrueCrime #TheFranklinScandal #TheFranklinCoverup #ChildTrafficking #AlishaOwens #GaryCaradori  Support the show Intro-...

Send us Fan Mail This is part 1 of our series discussing what is often called the Franklin Scandal or the Franklin Cover-Up. Our discussion is partially based on two books, The Franklin Cover-Up by John DeCamp and The Franklin Scandal by Nicholas Bryant.  In 1988, the Franklin Community Federal Credit Union, located in Omaha, NE, was raided by federal banking officials. An estimated $34-$40,000,00...

Send us Fan Mail Where are all of our missing children? September 5, 1982, Des Moines, Iowa, while beginning his newspaper route, 12 year old Johnny Gosch vanished and has not been seen since. Where is Johnny? In this episode, we discuss the disappearance of Johnny Gosch, the determination of his mother to find him, law enforcement failures, and the beginning of the milk carton kids. It also leads...

Send us Fan Mail Twenty stab wounds, a locked apartment, and a Hulu documentary that convinced almost everyone it was murder. We took the harder road: slowing down, cross-checking the autopsy findings, scene photos, surveillance timestamps, and medical records to ask what the evidence really shows—and why it might point in a direction most people don’t want to consider. We start with the timeline...

Send us Fan Mail Lori Vallow-Daybell's case became headline news for reasons no one could have imagined: missing children, sudden deaths, and a belief system rooted in the apocalypse. In this episode, we discuss the haunting case of Lori, a mother whose descent into fringe beliefs and secretive relationships led to one of the most heartbreaking criminal investigations in recent years. #JuryDr...

Send us Fan Mail Ed Gein inspired movies such as Psycho and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Ed was also featured on the series Monster. Who was Ed Gein? In this episode we discuss the history of the Gein family and Ed Gein himself. Ed grew up in a small town, Plainfield, Wisconsin. He was quiet, timid, soft spoken, a hard worker, and a psychopath. He murdered two women, dug up bodies from their grave...

Send us Fan Mail Inaccurately dubbed the first female serial killer, Aileen Wuornos confessed do killing 7 men on the highways of Florida. Convicted of 6 murders, she was sentenced and ultimately put to death. Aileen's life seemed doomed from the start. Her parents split before birth. Her father imprisoned for rape and kidnapping of a child and her mom abandoned her at the age of four. Left w...

Send us Fan Mail We begin the episode with a brief Chance Englebert discussion. The family has confirmed that some items recovered are belongings of Chances. Also, why are the names of the in-laws secret? And why hasn't the Gering PD taken a support role and let a larger, more resourceful department take the lead? Dennis Raider, self named BTK, terrorized Wichita KS for 30 years. Driven by hi...

Send us Fan Mail Chance Englebert update!! Unidentified remains of a person were located near the Scottsbluff Monument in Nebraska earlier this week. We revisit the Chance Engelbert disappearance and discuss the possibilities of the remains being that of Chance. Also, Scott Peterson has been in the news lately. The Los Angeles Innocence Project has taken up Scotts case and has requested additional...

Send us Fan Mail On November 26, 2024, former OpenAI employee, Suchir Balaji, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment of an apparent gunshot wound to the head. Law Enforcement quickly ruled the death a suicide.  Suchir's parents suspect something different. Suchir had quit his job with OpenAI three months earlier. He accused his former employer of copyright violations and had recently b...

Send us Fan Mail Tom Busch is a United States Marine, Deputy Sheriff, Sheriff, Manager Hornady Heartland Public Shooting Park, Owner of 3 Sons Firearms Training, Husband and Father. Tom was kind enough to join Mike for and interview, a Jury Dropouts first.  #JuryDropoutsPodcast #JuryDropouts #TomBusch Support the show Intro- Stomping Rock by Alex Grohl,  Outro- Don't Talk by CosMonkey

Send us Fan Mail In January, 1999, high-school student, Hae Min Lee, was murdered in Baltimore. Her ex-boyfriend, Adnan Syed, was later convicted and sentenced to life in prison for her death. Years later, Adnan was released from prison.  In this episode, we discuss the murder and conviction. We also discuss what led up to the release of Adnan from prison. Was it a botched investigation that led t...

Send us Fan Mail Don't believe everything you hear! In this episode we discuss two contradicting documentaries regarding Steven Avery, Making A Murderer and Convicting A Murderer. We also discuss Charlie Kirk and his brutal assassination. Personally, I think the FBI account is B.S.!  #JuryDropoutsPodcast #JuryDropouts #CharlieKirk #Steven Avery #TrueCrime #Podcast Support the show Intro- Stom...

Send us Fan Mail Manipulation, family destruction, and child abuse led to the downfall of Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt. Jodi Franke, made famous by her YouTube Channel 8 Passengers, and Jodi Hildebrandt, founder of ConneXions, were arrested in 2023 for child abuse after one of Ruby's children escaped and fled to the neighbors to seek help.  #JuryDropoutsPodcast #JuryDropouts #Podcast #Tru...

Send us Fan Mail A lawyer, a dentist, and a controlling mother walk into a police interrogation room. It sounds like the beginning of a joke, but, in reality, its the beginning of the end of a murder for hire investigation. In this episode, we discuss the Adelson's. Donna, the matriarch, who wanted her grandkids closer to her home. Wendi, the wife and mother who played victim. And Charlie, th...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we have some fun. We discuss conspiracies and rumors surrounding some famous artists within the music industry. Is there a murderer under that cowboy hat? Are certain relationships a cover? We talk about it, and at times, even take a shot at one of our own. #jurydropoutspodcast #truecrime #murder #coverups  Support the show Intro- Stomping Rock by Alex Grohl,  Out...

Send us Fan Mail On September 19, 2021, the remains of Gabby Petito were discovered within the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Wyoming. Gabby had been missing since August 27, 2021, and her boyfriend, Brian Laundrie, had become a suspect.  However, on September 13, Brian had left his home and had also been reported missing. His remains were later discovered on October 20 and his death ruled a suici...

Send us Fan Mail Sherri Papini is the story that never seems to end. Well, as long as Sherri is telling it. In 2016, Sherri Papini disappeared while jogging near her home in California. Weeks later, she reappeared and told a tale of abduction and abuse. Turns out, it was just a tale. In this episode, we discuss the tale. The long tail. The Never Ending Story. #sherripapini #papini #hoax #abduction...

Send us Fan Mail In March of 1998, Amy Bradley took a cruise with her mom, dad and brother, aboard the Royal Caribbean, Rhapsody of the Seas. After a night of dancing and drinking with her brother, Amy disappeared.  In this episode, we discuss the unsolved disappearance. What happened to Amy? Did she fall overboard? Did she jump? Or, did something more sinister occur? #AmyBradley #Crime #Dissapear...

Send us Fan Mail In June, 2021, Maggie and Paul Murdaugh were found dead, shot to death, on their property in South Carolina. Alex Murdaugh, a prominent lawyer in the area and the husband of Maggie, father of Paul, was ultimately charged and convicted of their murder. In this episode, we discuss the details of the murder and the questions that remain. Did Alex act alone or were there others involv...