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This episode of Dateline True Crime Weekly covers the dramatic conclusion of the Lindsay Clancy trial, which resulted in a mistrial after a deadlocked jury. The report details the courtroom tension and the emotional impact on the community. The episode also provides several true crime updates, including the investigation into the murder of Anna Kepner on a cruise ship and legal developments in the Barry Morphew hit-and-run case. Additionally, the program explores the legal complexities of the insanity defense, detailing the M'Naghten test, the burden of proof, and why successful insanity pleas are rare.

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I kind of equated this to someone, if doors are about to close, someone throwing their body in between elevator doors to keep it open, because that's exactly what it felt like.

00:06:36 · Reporter Blaine Alexander describes the intensity of the defense attorney's last-minute attempt to prevent a mistrial.

We kept having to bring ourselves back to the fact that we weren't trying to figure out if she murdered the children. She did.

00:09:05 · A juror explains that the focus of the deliberation was not the act itself, but the defendant's mental state regarding right and wrong.

Her family was describing her as someone who had a, quote, bright and beautiful soul.

00:15:27 · The correspondent describes the victim's personality and life before her tragic death.

the insanity defense, the concept of insanity is a legal one, not a medical one.

00:28:00 · The speaker clarifies that a diagnosis of mental illness alone does not satisfy the legal requirements for an insanity defense.

It's rarely used because it's a huge gambit. You have to admit to the underlying conduct. And moreover, you're going to be institutionalized even if you succeed.

00:31:13 · The speaker explains why lawyers and defendants often avoid pursuing an insanity defense.

Episodios

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What's next for Lindsay Clancy? A teen's murder on cruise ship. Plus, does the insanity defense work?

This episode of Dateline True Crime Weekly covers the dramatic conclusion of the Lindsay Clancy trial, which resulted in a mistrial after a deadlocked jury. The report details the courtroom tension and the emotional impact on the community. The episode also provides several true crime updates, including the investigation into the murder of Anna Kepner on a cruise ship and legal developments in the Barry Morphew hit-and-run case. Additionally, the program explores the legal complexities of the insanity defense, detailing the M'Naghten test, the burden of proof, and why successful insanity pleas are rare.

10 sep. 2026
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Talking Dateline: The Grudge

Blaine Alexander and Andrea Canning discuss a Dateline episode titled 'The Grudge,' which details the tragic shooting of Judge Salas's son, Daniel, by a man motivated by resentment. The conversation covers the investigation into the perpetrator, the discovery of a hit list, and the profound impact of the tragedy on the judge's family. The hosts also reflect on an interview with Judge Salas regarding her personal loss, her advocacy for protecting judicial information, and her mission through Danny's Pantry. The episode concludes with social media viewer comments and listener questions regarding home security.

Wed, 9 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0000
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The Grudge

This episode details the tragic shooting of Judge Esther Salas, her husband Mark, and their son Daniel in their New Jersey home. As law enforcement investigates potential motives ranging from personal grievances to a targeted attack on a federal judge, investigators uncover a connection between these murders and the death of Mark Angelucci via a similar modus operandi. The investigation eventually identifies the perpetrator as Roy Denhollander, who left behind a 1,500-page manifesto detailing his misogynistic motives and resentment toward Judge Salas. The tragedy ultimately led to the enactment of bipartisan legislation designed to protect judges by restricting access to their personal information.

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0000
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Introducing: Before & After with Lester Holt

In this introductory episode for the new Dateline podcast Before and After, host Lester Holt explores the profound aftermath of life-altering events. Through a series of vignettes involving actors, professional athletes, public figures, and ordinary people, the program examines the moments when lives are changed forever by sudden trauma, violence, or injury. The series focuses on the stories that follow the headlines, investigating what it takes for individuals to move on and find meaning after experiencing a nightmare. The episode also serves as a trailer for upcoming programming, including early access details for Dateline premium subscribers and the premiere of the new NBC crime drama Line of Fire.

Mon, 7 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000
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Verdict watch in a mother's murder trial. A firefighter's killer wife. Plus, extraditions 101.

This episode of Dateline True Crime Weekly covers several high-profile legal cases, beginning with a verdict watch for the Lindsay Clancy murder trial in Massachusetts, focusing on arguments regarding her mental state. The report also details a murder investigation in San Diego involving Yolanda Marodi and provides updates on the guilty verdict for Dwayne Davis in the Tupac Shakur murder case. The episode further explores the legal complexities of international extradition between the United States and foreign nations. An expert discussion covers treaty requirements, the role of capital punishment protections, and the logistics of custody transfers using various high-profile case studies.

Thu, 3 Sep 2026 11:18:29 +0000