In this episode of True Crime Deep Dive, we explore the complex life of José Menendez, the father at the center of one of the most infamous family murders in American history. Behind his image as a self-made man, a driven executive, and a family provider, José's sons, Lyle and Erik, would later accuse him of a far darker reality—one filled with abuse, manipulation, and control. We unravel the allegations against him, examining the high-stakes ambition that defined his public life and the chilling claims that shaped the Menendez brothers' defense. Join us as we dig into the contradictions of José Menendez, revealing a story of success, power, and the devastating consequences that followed.