If you eat, sleep, and breathe true crime, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT is serving up your nightly fix. Five nights a week, iHeartRadio and KT-Studios invite listeners to join us on the radio LIVE for an unfiltered conversation about the true crime headlines that everybody is talking about. Or you can download the podcast right after on the iHeartRadio App.
With a mix of expert analysis, bold opinions, and listener call-ins, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT goes beyond the headlines to uncover the twists, turns, and unanswered questions that keep us all obsessed.
New surveillance video shows a hooded person of interest near the Ohio home where dentist Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique, were murdered, as investigators search for answers in a case that left two young children orphaned. The case of Jodi Hildebrandt and Ruby Franke exposes years of extreme abuse hidden behind parenting advice and faith. Tune in for all the details.
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A controversial ruling sends Slender Man stabber Morgan Geyser back to a state psychiatric hospital. Newly released Epstein files bring renewed attention to long-ignored allegations and unanswered questions, and a powerful California farming tycoon is charged with murdering his estranged wife in a case spanning two states. And for the first time, Melissa Kohberger, sister of Bryan Kohberger, speaks publicly, offering a rare and deeply personal perspective. Tune in for all the details.
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Major developments, from the arrest of Ashlee Buzzard in the murder of her 9-year-old daughter Melodee to the long-awaited but heavily redacted release of the Jeffrey Epstein Files. Plus, examining a chilling Ohio double homicide, new developments in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez investigation, and the high-profile trials — including LISK, Keffe D, and more — set to dominate 2026. Tune in for all the details.
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A closer look at a conversation with criminal behavior expert Dr. Katherine Ramsland, who examines what drives violent offenders, how fantasies escalate, and why understanding criminal psychology still matters. Forensic death investigator, Joseph Scott Morgan then breaks down how evidence speaks for victims — from crime scenes to autopsies — and what investigators look for when the truth isn’t obvious.
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Journalist Samson Crouppen, known as Secret Service Sam, joins us to break down the Sean “Diddy” Combs case and the questions it raises about fame, power, and accountability when celebrity collides with the justice system. Then, journalist and producer Conor Powell takes us inside the world of incels, examining how grievance-driven online communities form, spread, and spill into real life — and what happens when digital radicalization turns dangerous.
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A closer look at a candid conversation with Amanda Knox about life after her wrongful conviction and the long road to reclaiming her identity. She discusses interrogation tactics, media distortion, and the lasting impact of being thrust into a global spectacle. Knox also talks about her Hulu series The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, her podcast Hard Knox, and what justice means to her today.
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A closer look at the shadowy 764 network, an online extremist group accused of targeting and manipulating minors through coercion, grooming, and psychological control. Investigators warn how these digital communities operate in plain sight and escalate harm beyond the screen. Plus, producer and composer Tyler Stone reflects on growing up near two shocking crimes that rocked his hometown, a brutal murder and a crematory scandal, revealing how violence and secrecy can linger long after the headlines fade.
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We step away from the headlines for a more reflective episode focused on humanity, healing, and connection. Michelle Dillon of Books to Prisoners explains how access to books can restore dignity for incarcerated individuals, especially during the holidays. Transformational expert Christine Collopy joins us to discuss how constant exposure to traumatic stories affects the mind and how to manage stress during an emotionally heavy season. We also introduce you to the people behind True Crime Tonight, sharing stories of how they found their way onto the team. Tune in for all the details!
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A closer look at a conversation with renowned genetic genealogist CeCe Moore, who explains how DNA and family trees are reshaping modern criminal investigations. From identifying unknown suspects to reopening decades-old cold cases, Moore breaks down how the science works, where it’s headed next, and addresses the ethical questions surrounding genetic genealogy — and what it means for the future of justice.
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