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A romantic Mediterranean cruise, intended to rekindle the love between Micki Kanesaki and her ex-husband, turns into a tragedy when she vanishes. Josh Mankiewicz reports.

Prosecutors at the Norfolk County Superior Court in Massachusetts share new details in the murder case against disgraced art salesman Brian Walshe, just two months after they finished one of the biggest trials of the year -- Karen Read. And Michael Proctor, the lead investigator in both cases comes under fire from the defense.  Five years after an Arizona man was accused of robbing a young woman named Mercedes Vega, he is charged with her murder. Updates in the Karen Read and Sean "Diddy" Combs cases, plus jailhouse phone calls from convicted killer Brooks Houck. And how crime scene technicians can make or break an investigation. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com Listen to the NBC Boston podcast ""The Searches for Ana Walshe"" here: https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/brian-walshe-murder-case-podcast-searches-for-ana-walshe-new-episodes-out-now-where-to-stream/3785005/ To learn more about Dateline LIVE in Nashville on Sept. 28, and to get tickets, go here: https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline-event

Dennis Murphy and Andrea Canning sit down to talk about Andrea’s episode “The Intruder,” about a violent 2014 home invasion in Saco, Maine, that left Rachel Owens fighting for her life. Rachel survived but was left to deal with another devastating blow — her husband, Greg Owens, was behind the attack. Andrea, Dennis, and producer Brad Davis, discuss Greg’s secret double life, and the two women at the heart of the story: Rachel and Betsy Wandke. They also share a behind-the-scenes clip from Andrea’s interview with Betsy, who used to run a self-defense group, and share updates on where both women are today. Plus, they answer your questions from social media.Have a question for Talking Dateline? DM us a video @DatelineNBC or leave a voicemail at (212) 413-5252 — your question might be featured in an upcoming episode.To learn more about Dateline LIVE in Nashville on Sept. 28, and to get tickets, go here: https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline-event Listen to the full episode "The Intruder" on Apple: https://apple.co/3UaUHiVListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bkX7587uXGXVgxgFuKdcf?si=a272b4cd83f243db

When a violent home invasion rocks a small town in Maine, local police and the FBI launch a complex investigation that spans three states. Andrea Canning reports. Originally aired on NBC on June 2, 2017.

James Craig was accused of poisoning his wife Angela, and then trying to orchestrate a cover up from behind bars. A 16-year-old's death after a house party has created a sprawling -- and slow-moving -- legal case. Seven people were charged, some of whom police have reason to believe are part of a group called the Gilbert Goons. And the latest on recent interactions between the convicted sex trafficker -- who was Jeffrey Epstein's accomplice -- and the Department of Justice.Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

Blayne Alexander and Dennis Murphy sit down to discuss Dennis’s episode “Out There in the Dark.” After Brandy Daniels was found gunned down inside her car in the driveway of her home in Zanesville, Ohio, investigators quickly zeroed in on a pair of suspects. But it would take years to bring them to justice for the murder. Blayne and Dennis discuss what led one of the suspects to crack, and play an extra clip from Dennis’s interview with the girlfriend of the other suspect. Plus, they answer questions from social media and talk about burner phones, exotic animals, Harry Potter, and Dennis’s parka. If you have a question for Talking Dateline, send us an audio message on social @datelinenbc or leave us a voicemail at 212-413-5252. Listen to the full episode on Apple: https://apple.co/3IUrKp4Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5LKZaFbLq3WHjVeju5AyeY?si=635a3dc88f364934

In this Dateline classic, Dennis Murphy reports on the mysterious death of a young mother in Ohio and the ensuing investigation that spans years and multiple states. Originally aired on NBC on January 26, 2018. Blayne Alexander and Dennis Murphy go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’.Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4l6F1IhListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Svreax3RP7GEgmwDedO3x?si=5958241088de4def

In Idaho, families of the University of Idaho students murdered in their beds confront their killer Bryan Kohberger with words of anger and defiance, paying tribute to their loved ones. In Colorado, Dr. James Craig's girlfriend takes the stand against him as his trial on charges of fatally poisoning his wife enters its second week. And in Wisconsin, an unusual traffic stop cracks open a 30 year old double murder case. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

Josh Mankiewicz and Keith Morrison sit down to discuss Keith’s episode “Secrets of the Sliding Door.” When beloved Staten Island teacher Simeonette “Sissy” Mapes-Crupi was found murdered in her home, investigators never imagined an escort by the name of Ms. Pumpkin would help lead them to her killer. Josh and Keith discuss the different theories of the crime and play an extra clip from interviews with Simeonette’s friends and family. Plus, they talk phony-sounding 911 calls, answer a listener question about detecting lies during interviews, and take a deep dive into Keith’s sneaker collection.  If you have a question for Talking Dateline, send us an audio message on social @datelinenbc or leave us a voicemail at 212-413-5252. Listen to the full episode of “Secrets of the Sliding Door” here: https://apple.co/4mcISoqListen to Josh’s episode “The Evil to Come” referenced during the 911 call discussion: https://apple.co/44Hxv1MListen to Keith’s episode “The Mystery in Rock Hill” also referenced during the 911 call discussion: https://apple.co/4o3G8va

After a beloved teacher is found murdered in her home on New York’s Staten Island, investigators uncover cracks in her seemingly idyllic life and unearth her killer. Keith Morrison reports. Josh Mankiewicz and Keith Morrison go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’.Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/455MeDXListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7nuJBrjhxdQUw1gbGYzmsJ?si=aab1d241633d4437

In Colorado, security video takes center stage at the murder trial of dentist James Craig. In the D.C. suburbs, a dramatic pre-trial hearing in the case of Brendan Banfield, accused of plotting to kill his wife and a stranger with the help of the family au pair. And verdicts for both former MLB player Dan Serafini and Iowa farmer's widow Karina Cooper. Plus, a former secret service agent on a scam involving fake cops.Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

Dennis Murphy reports on the case of a man who disappeared after a duck hunting trip in Florida.

Hey Dateline fans, we’re sharing with you a special preview of the final episode of an all-new season of Dateline: Missing in America. Josh Mankiewicz reports on the disappearance of Sophie Reeder, a 15-year-old girl who left her Fort Lauderdale home in the middle of the night in May 2017 and never returned. Listen to the full episode in the ‘Dateline: Missing in America’ feed – something you hear might unlock a memory that could be the key to finding Sophie. Listen to the episode on Apple: https://apple.co/3IyK5HPListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/55YKqUk9aVFe6h1isX8sVb?si=ffc6706b8d3a4ab0

Andrea Canning speaks to insiders and reports on the verdict in the Sean Combs trial.

In Kentucky, emotions ran high as the jury returned a verdict in the Crystal Rogers murder case a decade after she disappeared. In Iowa, Snapchat messages take center stage at the trial of a woman accused of murdering her husband. Closing arguments in the murder trial of MLB pitcher Dan Serafini and a sentencing date for Sean Diddy Combs. Plus, Josh Mankiewicz tells us what it was like reporting on the missing person’s case of someone he might actually have met. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com Learn more about the Nancy Snow case and Season 4 of Missing in America: https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/cold-case-spotlight/nancy-snow-mysterious-annapolis-disappearance-rcna178477

Blayne Alexander talks with Josh Mankiewicz about his episode, “Twisted Tale.” In March 2015, Aaron Quinn called the Vallejo Police Department to report that someone had broken into his home, drugged him and kidnapped his girlfriend, Denise Huskins.  The police began searching for the missing woman, but they also seemed suspicious of Aaron's story.  Two days later, Denise resurfaced 400 miles from Vallejo, and described being held against her will, drugged, and assaulted. At a press conference following Denise’s reappearance, Vallejo police accused the couple of faking the story for publicity. It wasn't until months later, after a man was caught following a similar crime, that Aaron and Denise’s story was proven to be true. Blayne and Josh dive into the media frenzy that surrounded the case and explore how Harvard-educated former Marine, Matthew Muller, was ultimately linked to a string of crimes. Josh shares a podcast-exclusive clip from his interview with journalist Henry Lee, and catches Blayne up on how Denise and Aaron are doing today. Have a question for Talking Dateline? DM us @DatelineNBC or leave a voicemail at (212) 413-5252 — your message might be featured in an upcoming episode. Listen to the full episode "Twisted Tale" on Apple: https://apple.co/3GzpvGM Listen to the full episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2qOSdYhGnwOW5DEYZQ5Cl7

Hey Dateline fans, here’s a special preview of the next episode of Dateline: Missing in America Season 4. Josh Mankiewicz tells the story of 44-year-old Nancy Snow, a Republican National Committee staffer, who vanished after returning home to Maryland from the campaign trail in November 1980. Listen to the full episode in the ‘Dateline: Missing in America’ feed – a detail you hear might jog a memory that could help authorities crack her case. Listen to the episode on Apple: https://apple.co/44yV4JZListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Ud3OL2ACeHhMR5UHlh7eV?si=426a04905c6c4c28

An abduction appears to have been a hoax until a similar case pops up. Josh Mankiewicz reports.Josh Mankiewicz and Blayne Alexander go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/3GCGhEX Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/73wTYZaO5pdDmyrfZhncdp 

In Idaho, Bryan Kohberger faces a judge and the families of the students he murdered as he pleads guilty. In Kentucky, the prosecution calls more than a dozen witnesses in the case of a murdered mom of five. A verdict in Sean Combs's trial and new charges in the Kouri Richins case. Plus, in New Mexico, a new public alert system for the missing.Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

After more than 13 hours of deliberation over three days, the New York jury found Combs not guilty on a RICO conspiracy charge, not guilty on a sex trafficking charge involving Cassie Ventura, and not guilty on a sex trafficking charge involving his ex-girlfriend "Jane," who testified under a pseudonym. He was convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, then denied bond while he waits for his sentencing hearing. That hearing is scheduled for October but could move up. The prosecution is arguing he should be sentenced to around four and a half years, while the defense says the federal guidelines for his offenses put him closer to two years.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy