S01 E05 All They Had Were Lies

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09/27/24 • 32 min

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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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 E04 Troublemaker

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.

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 E06 Want Me To Dig It?

Host Neeli Faulkner and her team turn their attention to a piece of physical evidence that could reshape the entire case. An anonymous tip sends them to Rockford, Alabama, in a high-stakes search for the missing murder weapons. As they follow this promising lead, Neeli and her team confront the possibility that this discovery could unravel the truth behind the crime. Could this be the pivotal moment that changes everything?

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

Skeptical is a production of ⁠⁠Murder Creek Media⁠⁠, a woman-owned podcasting and media company. Without backing from any production studio or corporate entity, we have the freedom to explore cases thoroughly and tell the stories that matter most. While this independence allows for creative control, it also means that we rely heavily on listener support to keep the show going. Please visit ⁠⁠murdercreekmedia.com/donate⁠⁠ to learn how you can support us and our mission.

Skeptical is sponsored in part by ⁠⁠Descript⁠⁠. We use Descript for all our podcast editing and transcription needs, and it’s been a game changer for our production process. If you're interested in creating your own podcast, Descript has everything you need. By signing up using ⁠⁠our link⁠⁠, you'll not only get a great tool but also help support our show.

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.