S01 E04 Troublemaker

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09/27/24 • 31 min

In this episode, Neeli Faulkner shifts the focus to Tony Quince, the second defendant tied to the murder of Mike Bernos. The discussion centers on the single piece of physical evidence linking Daniel Blan to Tony, raising doubts about its legitimacy. Neeli also uncovers the story of a key witness whose testimony begins a troubling pattern—one that suggests multiple witnesses may have been less than truthful about what they saw. As the case grows more complex, the search for the truth takes an unsettling turn.

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This series contains adult language and includes content that some may find disturbing. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual abuse, confidential support and guidance is available.

Crisis Text Line Available 24/7 Text: "HELLO" to 741741 Provides free, confidential crisis counseling via text.
National Domestic Violence Hotline (U.S.) Available 24/7 Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Text: "START" to 88788 For those experiencing domestic violence or sexual abuse, this hotline offers confidential support.

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S01 E03 Are You Steve?

In this pivotal episode, Neeli Faulkner and Joshua Scott travel to Rockford, Alabama, to walk through the scene of the crime that changed Daniel Blan’s life. They meet with one of Daniel’s former attorneys to reexamine his alibi, which hinged on a time card from his workplace. Yet, a conversation with a juror uncovers that the jury largely dismissed this evidence, swayed by the testimony of Daniel’s supervisor.

Neeli pieces together whether Daniel could have realistically made it to the crime scene and explores potential alternative motives for the murder. Just as new insights surface, an unexpected plot twist is revealed, turning the investigation on its head.

This series contains adult language and includes content that some may find disturbing. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

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S01 E05 All They Had Were Lies

In this episode of Skeptical, host Neeli Faulkner reviews the witness testimonies of three key figures, all of whom were incarcerated at the time of their statements. As Neeli reviews their accounts, she uncovers several inconsistencies and raises critical questions about their credibility. Could these witnesses have been incentivized to provide false testimony?

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National Domestic Violence Hotline (U.S.) Available 24/7 Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Text: "START" to 88788 For those experiencing domestic violence or sexual abuse, this hotline offers confidential support.