Legally Brunette

<p>Emily Simpson may bring the receipts on RHOC, but in her podcast “Legally Brunette” Emily and her attorney husband Shane bring the cold hard evidence. Backed by their respective law degrees, Emily and Shane pick apart the true crime stories you can’t get enough of!</p> <p>Whether you believe the defense or the prosecution, they explain the charges, the counts, the plea deals, and the appeals! From high profile crimes to celebrity court cases, you are hereby sentenced to a front row seat in trials around the world, without all the legal fees and jail time!</p> <p>So don’t call your next witness, call your bestie and tune into the podcast that takes you from Real Housewives to True Crime.</p> <p>Court is now in session and this couple is nowhere near resting their case! </p>

Thien Ho & The Golden State Killer

WARNING: This episode contains detailed references to rape and sexual assault. If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual assault, confidential support is available at RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-HOPEEmily and Shane are sitting down with the Sacramento County DA and lead prosecutor on The Golden State Killer case, Thien Ho. Thien’s new memoir, “The People vs. The Golden State Killer” gives readers an inside look at this serial rapist/killer and the many victims he impacted along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-11
01:02:19

The Andrea Canning Interview

Emily and Shane are sitting down with Dateline NBC news reporter, Andrea Canning for her take on some of our favorite cases.First, we’re diving into the disappearance of Crystal Rogers and the breaking news that will be coming out soon… Then, we dive into Karen Read, The Delphi Murders and Ellen Greenberg.Make sure to watch Andrea’s report on the Crystal Roger’s case this Friday on Dateline NBC! Check your local listings for airtime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-04
01:07:35

“The Perfect Neighbor”

Susan Lorincz shot her neighbor in 2023 under the guise of self defense which is protected under Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law.Emily and Shane are dissecting Susan’s motives and the events leading up to the shooting. Plus, they’re diving into the “Stand Your Ground” law that other cases, like Trayvon Martin & George Zimmerman, have centered around too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-28
51:22

Legally Brunette: The Murdaugh Murders

The Murdaugh’s were the most influential family in Hampton, South Carolina. But when two members of the family were brutally murdered, a slew of death and deception lead back to one person. This week, Emily and Shane are diving into the once-powerful Alex Murdaugh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-21
01:13:07

The Stephen Patterson Interview

At just 19 years old, Stephen Patterson was given a life sentence in prison for a crime he did not commit. When an eye-witness wrongfully placed Stephen at the scene of a murder, his life changed forever.Today, Emily and Shane are sitting down with Stephen to discuss his 18 years in prison, his involvement with The Innocence Center and life after a wrongful conviction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-14
01:15:18

Legally Brunette: Ellen Greenberg - Suicide or Homicide?

First, Emily and Shane are giving an update on Diddy’s sentencing and the killer that was finally identified in the Yogurt Shop Murder case. Then, we’re getting into the case of Ellen Greenberg. This first-grade teacher was found by her fiancé with 20 stab wounds, and it was declared a suicide. With all the evidence that’s been presented, is it possible this was a homicide and the killer is still walking free?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-07
01:15:57

Legally Brunette: The Amanda Knox Interview

Emily and Shane are sitting down with Amanda Knox to discuss the realities of wrongful convictions, false confessions and media scrutiny. They dive into the new Hulu series “The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox” and her partnership with Monica Lewinsky for this project. Plus, what does Amanda think about the prosecutor who incriminated her? Who would she like an apology from the most? Does she still feel the weight of this crime today?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-30
01:13:02

Legally Brunette: The Yogurt Shop Murders

When a quadruple homicide occurs in Austin, Texas in 1991 at an “I Can’t Believe it’s Yogurt” shop, it results in multiple false confessions and an innocent man on death row. Emily and Shane are discussing the infamous cold case that has yet to be solved due to a lack of DNA evidence, a crime scene set on fire & police narrowing in on the wrong suspects.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-23
01:02:20

The Delphi Murders

When two girls are murdered in a small Indiana town, police are shocked to find a grainy video of the killer on one of their phones… After 5 years, investigators finally “solved” the case, but did they have all the evidence? Did the convicted killer actually do it or is there a much darker conspiracy at play?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-16
01:07:49

Legally Brunette: Unknown Number

Emily and Shane are diving into the case that’s featured in Netflix’s latest documentary, “Unknown Number: The High School Catfish”. **SPOILER** Kendra Licari was cyberbullying her own daughter, but why? Was it Munchausen’s by internet or an obsession with her daughter’s boyfriend? Why wasn’t she charged with child abuse? We’re dissecting this case through the lens of parents and lawyers alike. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-09
01:03:57

Introducing: Legally Brunette

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09-04
01:04

Legally Brunette: Amanda Knox

Amanda Knox was wrongfully convicted of her roommate’s death but what chain of events led to her arrest? Emily and Shane discuss the media frenzy that turned everyone against her, the corrupt police department and the “evidence” that proved nothing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

08-27
01:25:19

Legally Brunette: The Menendez Brothers & Jillian Michaels

We’re giving you a breakdown of why Erik and Lyle Menendez have been denied parole. Is there another avenue that can lead to their release? Plus, Jillian Michaels has been vocal about Netflix’s latest “Biggest Loser” documentary and the lies against her. What’s Jillian’s defense and will she sue? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

08-24
43:41

Legally Brunette: The Gilgo Beach Murders

This week, we’re talking about the Long Island serial killer that went unidentified for over a decade despite 11 bodies being discovered. Plus, we’re going over Diddy’s new motion for a retrial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

08-12
01:25:21

Legally Brunette: Bryan Kohberger, Menendez Brothers & Blake Lively Updates

Emily and Shane are in Tahoe at a beautiful Vrbo! They’re giving the latest updates on the gruesome Idaho murders, the Menendez brother’s potential release and Blake Lively’s withdrawn subpoenas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07-30
01:04:28

Legally Brunette: Amy Bradley

Emily and Shane are going over the case from Netflix’s latest docuseries: “Amy Bradley Is Missing”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07-29
01:21:35

Legally Brunette: Jason Corbett

We’re diving into the subject of Netflix’s documentary “A Deadly American Marriage”, which follows the story of Jason Corbett’s murder.Plus, we have updates on Bryan Kohberger, Denise Richards and Justin Bieber & Scooter Braun.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07-15
59:49

Legally Brunette: The Diddy Verdict

The jury has sealed Diddy’s fate and we’re breaking it down from a legal standpoint. Plus, we dive into Bryan Kohberger’s plea deal that confirms he is guilty of murder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07-03
01:22:37

Legally Brunette: Sherri Papini

Sherri Papini was arrested in 2022 after faking her own kidnapping back in 2016.  We’re breaking down her confirmed lies and the new narrative she’s trying to spin in 2025… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-24
01:13:09

Legally Brunette: Karen Read - Case Closed

The verdict is out… Karen Read was found not guilty of the three main charges against her. Emily and Shane recap some of the biggest moments throughout her retrial and what they think of the jury’s final decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-19
01:12:32

Amy O'Donnell

Yayyy it's about time you got your own! Definitely worthy! I constantly look weekly to see if you have an episode, this is so cool! Congratulations!

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