Court Junkie

PodcastOne with Law & Crime

Imagine being wrongfully convicted for a crime you didn't commit, or imagine your child's killer is still on the loose even though there's enough evidence for an arrest. I want to help shine light on the injustices of...

  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    The Christopher Wolfenbarger Trial

    In April 1999, the body of 21-year-old Melissa Wolfenbarger was found. With most signs pointing to her husband as the killer, Christopher Wolfenbarger went on trial decades later. But after another strong suspect emerges, would a jury convict him?

    Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Quince - Go to Quince.com/Court for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 
    • Honeylove - Treat yourself or someone you love to Honeylove this holiday season and right now you can save
    • 20% at honeylove.com/Court
    • Laurel's (Iced Lattes) -  Give it a try the next time you are at Whole Foods OR you can get them online too - at drinklaurels.com.
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.


    Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon. 

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

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    8 December 2025, 6:00 am
  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    The Raul Valle Trial (Part 2)

    On May 14, 2022, a fight between teenagers turned deadly, after 17-year-old James McGrath was stabbed. Three years later, his killer went on trial. 

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Boll & Branch -  Get 25% off, plus free shipping ot Bollandbranch.com/COURT.
    • Laurels (Iced Lattes) -  Give it a try the next time you are at Whole Foods OR you can get them online too - at drinklaurels.com.
    • Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. 
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.


    Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co.

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    25 November 2025, 6:00 am
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    The Raul Valle Trial (Part 1)

    On May 14, 2022, a fight between teenagers turned deadly after 17-year-old James McGrath was stabbed. Three years later, his killer went on trial. 

    Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • AquaTru - Get 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use code COURT.
    • Honeylove - Treat yourself to the most comfortable and innovative bras on earth and save 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/Court.
    • Quince - Go to Quince.com/Court for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 
    • Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. 
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.

    Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co.

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    10 November 2025, 6:00 am
  • 1 hour 33 minutes
    The Death of Anita Knutson

    In June 2007, 18-year-old college student Anita Knutson was found stabbed to death in her apartment. With numerous suspects, prosecutors finally focused on one and brought their case to trial. 

    Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Boll & Branch -  Get 15% off, plus free shipping ot Bollandbranch.com/COURT.
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.

    Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co.

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    27 October 2025, 5:00 am
  • 35 minutes 58 seconds
    BONUS: Donna Adelson Sentencing

    In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this bonus episode, we cover his former mother-in-law’s sentencing hearing. 

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Quince - Go to Quince.com/Court for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 
    • Boll & Branch -  Get 15% off, plus free shipping ot Bollandbranch.com/COURT.
    • Honeylove - Treat yourself to the most comfortable and innovative bras on earth and save 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/Court.

    Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co.

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    21 October 2025, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 18 minutes
    The Donna Adelson Trial (Part 3 of 3)

    In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this episode, we continue to cover the long-awaited case against Dan’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson.

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. 
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.


    Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co.

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    14 October 2025, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 15 minutes
    The Donna Adelson Trial (Part 2 of 3)

    In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this episode, we go over the long-awaited case against Dan’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson.

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. 
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.


    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    30 September 2025, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
    The Donna Adelson Trial (Part 1 of 3)

    In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this episode, we go over the long-awaited case against Dan’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson.

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Honeylove - Treat yourself to the most comfortable and innovative bras on earth and save 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/Court
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    17 September 2025, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    The Case of Collin Griffith

    In February 2023, 15-year-old Collin Griffith killed his father in what he said was self-defense. 18 months later, he killed his mother too. Would the jury believe his second self-defense claim?

    Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Boll & Branch -  Get 15% off, plus free shipping ot Bollandbranch.com/COURT.
    • Mint Mobile -  Get a 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at MintMobile.com/COURT.
    • Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. 
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.


    Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. provides post-production for the show. This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon. 

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    3 September 2025, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    The Mysterious Death in Tarpon Springs

    In May 2014, 74-year-old Dr. Steven Schwartz was found shot to death in his Tarpon Springs home. Investigators soon found the killer, but was there more to the story?

    Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Boll & Branch -  Get 15% off, plus free shipping ot Bollandbranch.com/COURT.
    • Honeylove - Treat yourself to the most comfortable and innovative bras on earth and save 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/Court.
    • Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. 
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.


    Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. provides post-production for the show. This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon. 

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    18 August 2025, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 19 minutes
    Natalie Cochran Trial

    In January 2025, Natalie Cochran went on trial for the murder of her husband, Michael Cochran. According to prosecutors, Natalie had scammed her loved ones out of thousands of dollars, but was she also a murderer?

    Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998

     Sponsors in this episode:

    • Quince - Go to Quince.com/Court for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 
    • AquaTru - Get 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use code COURT.
    • Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose. 
    • Pluto TV -  Download the free Pluto TV app for Android, iPhone, Roku, and Fire TV and start streaming now.


    Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. provides post-production for the show. This episode was researched and written by Gabrielle Russon. 

    Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

    Follow me on Instagram at CourtJunkie

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    4 August 2025, 5:00 am
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