Burden of Guilt

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Burden of Guilt tells the harrowing story of Tracyraquel Berns, a woman who has spent the last four decades of her life at the center of one of the most bizarre and disturbing cases in American History. When she was just two years old, her baby brother tragically died. He was only four months old. Tracyraquel grew up believing that her baby brother’s death was the result of a terrible accident. Her family refused to discuss what happened, leaving her suspicious and wanting answers. Years later, Tracyraquel discovered that the death was no accident. Medical records revealed that she was responsible for Matthew’s death. But she was only a young toddler at the time. Could it be true? Or was she simply a scapegoat? Tracyraquel knew in her gut something more sinister was at play. She needed to get to the bottom of what really happened to Matthew. This series explores Tracyraquel’s pursuit of truth, justice, and healing.

  • 24 minutes 19 seconds
    S1: Bonus EP 4 - The Burden of Truth: Tracyraquel’s Journey for Justice

    In this emotional interview with Nancy Glass, Tracyraquel shares how the Burden of Guilt docuseries affected her life. You can watch the entire Burden of Guilt docuseries right now, exclusively on Paramount+.

    Reach out to the Burden of Guilt Team at [email protected].  

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    19 February 2025, 5:00 am
  • 2 minutes 47 seconds
    Introducing the Burden of Guilt Docu-series

    Burden of Guilt has been turned into a docuseries, now streaming only on Paramount+. Available to watch HERE!

    And make sure to binge all episodes of the podcast that inspired the show before you watch!

    We’re excited to present Burden of Guilt, the docuseries. This is an exclusive version of the official Paramount+ Burden of Guilt trailer. To learn more about Tracyraquel's harrowing story, finally see the individuals you met on the podcast and hear new voices who have never spoken before on the case, tune in to Burden of Guilt the docuseries. You can stream the entire series beginning February 4th, exclusively on Paramount Plus.

    Burden of Guilt | Official Trailer (2025)

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    3 February 2025, 5:00 am
  • 5 minutes 14 seconds
    S1: Bonus EP 3 - Jan Berry Sandlin

    Burden of Guilt has been turned into a docuseries, now streaming only on Paramount+. Available to watch HERE!

    And make sure to binge all episodes of the podcast that inspired the show before you watch!

    Jan Berry Sandlin talked with Nancy for the upcoming Burden of Guilt docuseries on Paramount Plus. Hear a portion of their conversation in this special bonus episode. You can stream, Burden of Guilt starting February 4th on Paramount Plus.

    If you would like to reach out to the Burden of Guilt Team, email us at [email protected].  

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    22 January 2025, 5:00 am
  • 8 minutes 49 seconds
    S1: Bonus EP 2 - Burden of Guilt the Docuseries

    Burden of Guilt has been turned into a docuseries, now streaming only on Paramount+. Available to watch HERE!

    And make sure to binge all episodes of the podcast that inspired the show before you watch!

    Paramount+ has turned Burden of Guilt into a docuseries. Nancy Glass talks with Executive Producer Jon Hirsch about the upcoming three-part docuseries. You can stream, Burden of Guilt starting February 4th on Paramount+. 

    If you would like to reach out to the Burden of Guilt Team, email us at [email protected]

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    15 January 2025, 5:00 am
  • 46 minutes 7 seconds
    Introducing: Betrayal: Weekly EP 20 - Carmen Rita Wong

    Introducing Betrayal: Weekly. In this episode, a deathbed confession altered Carmen’s sense of identity.  But that revelation was just the beginning. Carmen Rita Wong’s memoir Why Didn’t You Tell Me? is available now.

    New episodes of Betrayal: Weekly are out on Thursdays. 

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    11 December 2024, 5:00 am
  • 33 minutes 21 seconds
    Introducing: American Homicide

    Introducing American Homicide. Burden of Guilt host, Nancy Glass, speaks with American Homicide host Sloane Glass about the brand-new podcast. 

    American Homicide explores mysterious and iconic murder cases from across America. Whether it’s the spacious skies and vast deserts of New Mexico or the backwaters of the Louisiana Bayou, these murders are connected to their settings. Journalist Sloane Glass leads you through each crime with interviews from the victim's family and investigators.  

    Please take a moment to listen and subscribe to American Homicide by clicking here. You will find American Homicide on the iHeartApp, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. And if you want to listen to episodes one week early and ad-free, you can sign up for iHeartTrueCrime+, exclusively on Apple Podcasts. Thank you for listening!

    American Homicide 

    S1: E1 – The Father’s Day Murders, Part 1

    On Father’s Day 2011, Cherie Ortiz discovered her parents and brother brutally murdered in their home in the quiet village of El Rancho, New Mexico. In the first episode of American Homicide, journalist Sloane Glass unravels the shocking crime that devastated a close-knit community and ignited a search for answers.   

    To reach out to the American Homicide team, please email us at [email protected].  

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    5 November 2024, 5:00 am
  • 42 minutes 45 seconds
    Introducing — There and Gone: South Street Episode 1

    Introducing There and Gone: South Street. On this bonus episode of Burden of Guilt, Nancy Glass invites her colleague and dear friend, Andrea Gunning, to discuss Andrea's latest podcast, There and Gone: South Street. Andrea Gunning is also the host of the hit podcast, Betrayal. Please enjoy a special  presentation of Episode 1 of There and Gone: South Street. Andrea shares her feelings about hosting and reporting on this true crime podcast. Please take a moment to listen and subscribe to There and Gone: South Street by clicking here.

    You will find There and Gone: South Street on the iHeartApp, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. And if you want to listen to episodes one week early and ad-free, you can sign up for iHeartTrueCrime+, exclusively on Apple Podcasts. Thank you for listening!

    There and Gone: Ep 1 — Ghosts 

    How do two adults and a pickup truck disappear from a busy Philadelphia street? That’s the question that’s baffled law enforcement and the families of Danielle Imbo and Richard Petrone for almost 20 years. The FBI called the crime “personal”. But who would want to harm Danielle or Richard? And why?  

    To find more episodes of There and Gone: South Street, click here.  Please subscribe to the show, leave a review and rate 5 stars!

    If you would like to reach out to the There and Gone Team, please email us at [email protected].  

    If you have any tips on the disappearance of Richard Petrone and Danielle Imbo, please contact the Citizens Crime Commission at 215-546-TIPS (8477). 

    Jerri Williams hosts the podcast “FBI Retired Case File Review”.  

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    21 August 2024, 4:26 am
  • 13 minutes 21 seconds
    S1: Bonus EP 1 – Let's Go Back to 1974

    Burden of Guilt has been turned into a docuseries, now streaming only on Paramount+. Available to watch HERE!

    And make sure to binge all episodes of the podcast that inspired the show before you watch!

    If this case happened after 1974, would there have been a different outcome? In this bonus episode, we explore that question with some background on the groundbreaking legislation known as CAPTA (Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act). We also look at the history of people’s understanding and perception of child abuse.

    If you would like to reach out to the Burden of Guilt Team, email us at [email protected] 

    If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, please reach out and call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 

    To report a case of child abuse, please contact your local police department or call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1.800.422.4453. 

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    13 December 2023, 5:00 am
  • 26 minutes 54 seconds
    S1: Ep 8 - The Last Word

    Burden of Guilt has been turned into a docuseries, now streaming only on Paramount+. Available to watch HERE!

    And make sure to binge all episodes of the podcast that inspired the show before you watch!

    In the season finale of Burden of Guilt, Nancy and Tracyraquel discuss what this podcast journey has been like for her and clear up some unanswered questions with new details revealed in the series. We also sit down with the people closest to Tracyraquel and hear how her strength, bravery, and compassion have impacted them for the better.  

    If you would like to reach out to the Burden of Guilt Team, email us at [email protected] 

    If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, please reach out and call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 

    To report a case of child abuse, please contact your local police department or call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1.800.422.4453.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    6 December 2023, 5:01 am
  • 28 minutes 17 seconds
    S1: Ep 7 - Are You Kidding Me?

    Burden of Guilt has been turned into a docuseries, now streaming only on Paramount+. Available to watch HERE!

    And make sure to binge all episodes of the podcast that inspired the show before you watch!

    The jury from Jan Barry Sandlin’s second trial returns a verdict. When it seems like Tracyraquel would finally find justice for Matthew, the defense comes back with a new strategy. A new advocate steps in for Jan Barry Sandlin. Tracyraquel shares more about the two souls she feels are connected to her story.  

    If you would like to reach out to the Burden of Guilt Team, email us at [email protected] 

    If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, please reach out and call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 

    To report a case of child abuse, please contact your local police department or call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1.800.422.4453. 

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 November 2023, 5:00 am
  • 26 minutes 35 seconds
    S1: Ep 6 - Battlefield

    Burden of Guilt has been turned into a docuseries, now streaming only on Paramount+. Available to watch HERE!

    And make sure to binge all episodes of the podcast that inspired the show before you watch!

    After Judge Fuller declared a mistrial, the Prosecution must once again set out to prove that Tracyraquel’s father, Jan Barry Sandlin killed her baby brother. As the second trial begins, the Defense comes prepared with an entirely new strategy. Would trial 2 be the time justice is finally served for Matthew?  

    If you would like to reach out to the Burden of Guilt Team, email us at [email protected] 

    If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, please reach out and call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 

    To report a case of child abuse, please contact your local police department or call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1.800.422.4453.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    22 November 2023, 5:00 am
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