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Seven fraternity brothers accused of sexual assault. A disturbing group chat involving more than 50 frat brothers. And an Ivy League university under fire. Netflix's InstaDoc Jane Doe v. Cornell is sparking outrage, and Elisa Donovan and Jenn Fessler have even more to say about the explosive case. From shocking allegations and a culture of silence to troubling questions about Cornell's handling of the case.Who knew what, who should be held accountable, and how could this happen at one of America's most prestigious universities? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Charles Manson convince young women to kill for him? Actress Marianne Rendon, who portrayed notorious Manson Family member Susan “Sadie” Atkins in Charlie Says, joins Elisa Donovan to expose the twisted mix of sex, drugs, love bombing and psychological manipulation that transformed seemingly ordinary young women into followers of one of America's most infamous killers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the biggest threat to college sexual assault victims wasn't just their attackers, but the universities that were supposed to protect them? Jennifer Fessler sits down with Emmy Award-winning producer Amy Ziering to revisit The Hunting Ground, the explosive documentary that exposed the disturbing reality of sexual assault on college campuses and the universities that looked the other way. Amy reveals how repeat offenders were able to continue assaulting women, how fraternity culture helped create environments where predators could thrive, and what happened to the survivors who dared to speak out. She also shares the heartbreaking stories that have stayed with her, why some victims never told their own families, and the backlash that followed those who came forward. More than a decade after the film's release, Amy explains why college rape culture is still a major problem, why progress is being rolled back, and whether universities have really changed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a bomb destroyed Pan Am Flight 103, killing 270 people, it launched one of the largest terrorism investigations in history. And the case still isn't over. Former FBI agent Dick Marquise reveals how investigators tracked down the killers, the secrets behind the investigation, what it was like serving as a consultant on the Netflix series The Bombing of Pan Am 103 and being portrayed by Patrick J. Adams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking Secret Lives of Mormon Wives marriage news. Which couple is headed for divorce, and are we really that surprised? The Chicks have canceled their show this week, and it’s really throwing a wrench in our plans.  Love is not blind when it comes to Season 11 Boston. Why are the men nowhere near ready to walk down the aisle while the women seem ready to say I do.  Meanwhile, Amy pitches a new dating show that could possibly include your own teen crush.  Plus, a round robin of recommendations for your next binge.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greer Grammer reveals how Leslie Van Houten went from an ordinary California teenager to a convicted Manson Family killer and shares her surprising personal connection to the woman who participated in the brutal murders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elizabeth Chambers joins Jennifer Fessler to break down the devastating Haight family murders and the chilling warning signs that preceded the tragedy. Discussing her Investigation Discovery special, Toxic: What Happened in the Haight House?, Elizabeth reveals the controlling behaviors, financial abuse, and red flags that may have been missed before Tausha Haight, her five children, and her mother were killed. She also explains the one assessment she believes everyone should know about, why domestic violence can turn deadly, and what Tausha’s story can teach us about recognizing dangerous relationships before it’s too late. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A New Jersey father of two vanishes, only for his dismembered remains to turn up in three suitcases along the Virginia coast. His wife is convicted of murder, but investigators never establish exactly where the gruesome dismemberment took place. How could someone commit such a horrific crime without leaving behind an obvious bloody crime scene? Actor and attorney Michael Roark joins Elisa to examine the disturbing evidence and the possibility that Melanie McGuire didn't act alone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to… Does Noah Wyle deserve to be People’s Sexiest Man Alive? Who we actually want to see perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in LA. Amy’s zombie apocalypse survival plan and how long her water supply would really last. The Nobody Wants This fire alarm scene that sent Danielle over the edge.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Halloween is all about costumes, candy, and spooky fun, but these true crime stories are scarier than fiction. 🎃 Jen Fessler and Elisa Donovan discuss three chilling cases involving a Halloween-night murder, a devastating family massacre, and a father who poisoned his child’s Halloween candy. It’s a haunting look at the real-life horrors behind the holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What did romantic rejection have to do with the Unabomber's murderous rage? Possibly more than anyone realized. Former FBI profiler James Fitzgerald joins Elisa Donovan to reveal the disturbing stories buried in Ted Kaczynski's private writings: including a disastrous date, a humiliating workplace incident, and the resentment Fitzgerald believes helped fuel his violence.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Convicted sex offender Howard John Gombert Jr. is nearing release from prison, and investigative journalist Paul Solotaroff believes he may hold the key to solving the 30-year-old disappearance of 17-year-old Robin Murphy. Jennifer Fessler speaks with the host of The Devil’s Quarry about the clues investigators may have missed, why Gombert was never aggressively pursued as a suspect, and whether new developments could finally bring answers to Robin’s family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken McElroy terrorized an entire town and kept getting away with it. Until the day his luck ran out. He was gunned down in front of dozens of witnesses, and suddenly “nobody saw a thing.” In Broad Daylight author Harry MacLean joins Elisa Donovan to unpack this wild true crime story, how McElroy became untouchable, and why everyone stayed silent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen if you want to… Why is everyone hating on Kylie Jenner as a newly crowned Victoria’s Secret Angel We’ve got reviews, our no filtered thoughts on Widows Bay, Crystal Lake, and You Can See Everything  A towel and drawer dilemma that many can relate to at home.  Asking for a friend, if you are staying for free in their apartment, should you abide by their rules? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elisa Donovan and Jenn Fessler are still trying to process Nathan Fielder's You Can See Everything. From outrageous revelations to laugh-out-loud absurdity, the new Elizabeth Holmes documentary is unlike anything they've ever watched. Elisa and Jenn break down the wildest moments and debate the question at the heart of it all: Who's manipulating whom? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.