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Today on Hot Mics, Billy takes a deep dive into the disturbing allegations at the center of a new lawsuit involving seven former Cornell University fraternity members and a woman identified as Jane Doe. The lawsuit alleges Jane Doe was heavily intoxicated, given ketamine and sexually assaulted by multiple men inside the Chi Phi fraternity house in October 2024. But now major questions are being raised about what happened after she reported the incident — and why criminal charges weren't brought. Tompkins County District Attorney Michael Van Houten has said his decision not to prosecute was based on the information available to him at the time. But reporting cited during today's show raises questions about what information Cornell police provided prosecutors and what Jane Doe had actually alleged in her original account. Billy breaks down the timeline, the allegations in the 101-page lawsuit, Cornell's response and the unanswered questions now surrounding the original investigation. PLUS — the fallout from the Caleb Flynn murder trial. Flynn has been convicted of aggravated murder in the death of his wife, Ashley, and now faces 20 years to life as an emotional sentencing hearing approaches. And the Lindsay Clancy case isn't over. Billy revisits his exclusive conversation with defense attorney Kevin Reddington following the latest court hearing, the legal arguments that could potentially prevent a second murder trial, and Reddington's increasingly public battle with the attorney representing the controversial holdout juror. Also on today's Hot Mics Hot List: Blake Lively's split with longtime publicist Leslie Sloane, Elliot Page's New York Magazine cover, Madonna at the VMAs and more. Subscribe to Hot Mics with Billy Bush for breaking trials, true crime, celebrity news and the stories everyone is talking about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Why AI Is Making Us Lonelier and How to Truly Connect | Vanessa Van Edwards from The School of Greatness. Follow the show: The School of Greatness The questions you ask on autopilot might be the reason you feel lonely in a room full of people. Vanessa Van Edwards, a behavioral researcher who has studied master conversationalists for two decades, sat down with Lewis to talk about why so much of our talking leaves us empty. One in six people worldwide are affected by loneliness, and she believes the way we talk to AI is quietly changing the way we talk to each other. In her book Conversation, she lays out three levels of connection, from basic facts all the way up to the private story you tell yourself about yourself. She explains why “Been busy?” is the single worst question in small talk, and why asking for stories beats asking for facts every time. The most honest moment comes when Lewis asks what she still struggles with. Her answer is charging for her own work, a belief she traces back to her early twenties, and you get to hear a level three conversation happen live. You will walk into your next dinner or team call ready to say “tell me more” and actually mean it. Pick one person you love and ask them a better question tonight. You might be surprised how deep your relationships can go. Pre-Order: Conversation: How to Connect with Anyone & Make Every Interaction Count Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People Vanessa on Instagram Vanessa on YouTube Vanessa's Website In this episode you will: Replace dead end small talk like “Been busy?” with questions that invite stories instead of factsDiscover Dr. Dan McAdams’ three levels of connection to move any conversation past surface chatterBecome a dream builder who adds energy to other people’s ideas instead of poking holes in themSignal warmth and competence through your body language and voice so people believe what you bringRewrite the self narrative holding you back by shifting from contamination stories to redemption storiesBreak the loneliness cycle by practicing real conversation skills that AI can never replaceFor more information go to https://lewishowes.com/1987 More SOG episodes we think you’ll love! Get More From Lewis! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

Two major cases. Two courtrooms. More than four hours of live coverage — and an exclusive interview with Lindsay Clancy defense attorney Kevin Reddington. Hot Mics went live for one of our biggest true-crime days yet, following closing arguments in the Caleb Flynn murder trial while simultaneously covering a major hearing in the Lindsay Clancy case in Massachusetts. In Ohio, prosecutors and the defense made their final arguments to the jury in the Caleb Flynn trial. Prosecutors argued that the physical evidence, digital evidence, Flynn’s missing 9mm handgun and his messages surrounding his relationship with Alleigha Botner all point to Flynn. The defense attacked the investigation, emphasizing the missing murder weapon, the lack of gunshot-residue evidence and what it argued were investigative failures that create reasonable doubt. Flynn has pleaded not guilty. At the same time, the Lindsay Clancy case returned to court in Massachusetts for a consequential hearing involving several defense motions and the continuing fight over the holdout juror. Kevin Reddington delivered a forceful argument challenging the evidence and investigation in the case and renewing the defense’s position that the Commonwealth failed to meet its burden. And then we got Kevin Reddington himself. Immediately following the hearing, Lindsay Clancy’s defense attorney joined Billy Bush for an extended exclusive interview about what happened inside the courtroom, the holdout-juror controversy, the defense’s double-jeopardy argument and whether Lindsay Clancy will ever face a second trial. Reddington also speaks candidly about Lindsay’s condition, his relationship with District Attorney Tim Cruz, what he believes went wrong with the original investigation and his hope that the case ultimately leads to greater awareness of postpartum psychosis, postpartum depression and maternal mental-health care. Four and a half hours. Two courtrooms. Closing arguments. A major hearing. And Kevin Reddington live with Billy Bush. This was TRUE CRIME SUPER TUESDAY. Subscribe to Hot Mics with Billy Bush as we continue following the Caleb Flynn trial, the Lindsay Clancy case and the biggest trials and true-crime stories in the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a Hot Mics EXCLUSIVE, Kevin Reddington breaks down the hearing in the Lindsay Clancy trial with immediately following today's hearing. Reddington takes Billy inside what happened in the courtroom, what comes next, and why he believes the defense has a powerful double-jeopardy argument that could ultimately prevent Lindsay from ever being tried again.  Reddington addresses the continuing controversy surrounding the holdout juror, his effort to obtain additional information connected to the juror and questionnaire, and why those issues remain unresolved. He also explains why the next major hearing has been pushed to November and how appeals and an already complicated court calendar could delay any potential retrial even further. Pasted text Then Reddington gets candid about the biggest question hanging over the entire case: Will Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz actually try Lindsay Clancy again? Reddington says the DA has not yet made that decision and is waiting for the pending motions to be resolved. Pasted text Billy also presses Reddington about Lindsay herself — what he saw when he met with her before the hearing, how she is doing today, and how he talks to his client as another round of legal uncertainty begins. Pasted text Reddington also responds to criticism surrounding the first trial, explains why he continues to challenge the underlying police investigation, reflects on the jury and the mistrial, and talks about whether he feels he let Lindsay down when the case ended without a verdict. Pasted text And in a personal final moment, “Big Red” discusses what he hopes comes out of this case beyond the courtroom — greater awareness of postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis and maternal mental-health care — and shares Lindsay’s reaction when she learned that people are continuing to remember her three children.  Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@HotMicswithBillyBush?sub_confirmation=1 Ask your Alexa or Google device to "Play Hot Mics with Billy Bush to listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Caleb Flynn’s defense actually creating reasonable doubt — or running out of places to turn?Trial analyst Josh Ritter joins Billy Bush to break down the latest testimony in the Caleb Flynn murder trial as investigators face cross-examination and the defense attempts to challenge how police built their case.Josh examines the defense argument that investigators rushed to judgment after discovering Flynn’s alleged affair with Alleigha Botner — and whether the defense could eventually try to point the finger at Botner or another possible suspect.    Pasted textBilly and Josh also dig into the extraordinary text-message evidence between Flynn and Botner, what those messages could mean for the prosecution’s theory of motive, the timeline surrounding Ashley Flynn’s death, and the defense’s attempts to identify holes in the investigation.Then comes the ultimate Hail Mary: could Caleb Flynn take the stand in his own defense? Josh explains why it remains a possibility as the trial moves toward its final stages.    Pasted textCaleb Flynn has pleaded not guilty. The prosecution alleges he killed his wife, Ashley Flynn, and staged the scene to appear as though an intruder was responsible.Hot Mics with Billy Bush continues following the Caleb Flynn trial as it happens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Caleb Flynn murder trial enters its second week, and Billy Bush is joined by Josh Ritter to break down where the case stands — and whether the defense is making any headway.They dig into Detective Mike Morgan’s interviews with Flynn, the defense argument that investigators rushed to judgment after discovering Flynn’s affair with Alleigha Botner, and whether Botner herself could become part of the defense strategy. Billy and Josh also examine the explosive text messages, the prosecution’s theory of motive, the missing murder weapon, and the possibility that Flynn could take the stand in his own defense.Then, the Hot Mics Hot List: SpaceX launches again, Adam Brody sparks controversy with his comments on Israel and Gaza, Elizabeth Holmes declares her innocence from prison, and a taxpayer-funded Trump video draws criticism.Plus, Billy welcomes everyone into the brand-new Hot Mics studio and previews a major day ahead in the Lindsay Clancy case as Kevin Reddington returns to court for a hearing involving the holdout juror — with the question of a possible retrial still looming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major day on Hot Mics with Billy Bush as one of Lindsay Clancy’s civil attorneys, Rosemary Scappicchio, joins Billy for an extensive interview about what comes next after the criminal trial. Scappicchio lays out the civil case against the doctors and hospitals that treated Lindsay, explains why the legal team alleges critical warning signs were missed, and discusses how testimony from the criminal trial could now become important in the civil case. She also addresses Lindsay’s current condition, the upcoming September 29 hearing, Kevin Reddington’s controversial filing involving the holdout juror, and whether Lindsay could ultimately face another criminal trial. Billy also breaks down Patrick Clancy’s extended 60 Minutes interview, including previously unaired details about his children, his relationship with Rachel, and the trauma treatment he says helped him move forward. Then, the Caleb Flynn murder trial takes another dramatic turn. Prosecutors introduce explosive text messages Flynn allegedly sent to his mistress, testimony about a $100,000 life insurance policy on his wife Ashley, emotional testimony from Ashley’s parents, and new details about the alleged affair. The defense still has major questions to answer as the prosecution continues building its case. Plus, Rosemary takes Billy inside another case involving former Massachusetts State Trooper Michael Proctor, explaining why his role in the investigation of her client Miles King has become a central issue for the defense. On today’s Hot Mics: Patrick Clancy’s extended 60 Minutes interview Rosemary Scappicchio joins Billy Lindsay Clancy’s civil lawsuit and what happens next The September 29 hearing and possible retrial Kevin Reddington and the holdout-juror controversy Michael Proctor and the Miles King case Caleb Flynn’s alleged texts to his mistress The $100,000 life insurance policy Emotional testimony from Ashley Flynn’s parents What the defense may argue next Subscribe to Hot Mics with Billy Bush for continuing coverage of the Lindsay Clancy and Caleb Flynn cases, breaking legal developments, exclusive interviews and the stories everyone is talking about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Hot Mics with Billy Bush, we’re following several major stories making headlines. The Caleb Flynn murder trial is underway, and prosecutors are presenting what could become some of the most damaging evidence in the case — approximately 100,000 text messages between Flynn and his mistress, including messages prosecutors say reveal his feelings toward his wife, Ashley, before her death. Flynn has pleaded not guilty, and his defense maintains that an intruder was responsible. Former Los Angeles County prosecutor turned criminal defense attorney Josh Ritter joins Billy to break down the evidence, Flynn’s 911 call, police bodycam footage and the challenge facing the defense.  Billy also shares some big personal news: he’s joining Fox News Media as a contributor, bringing his perspective on culture and the stories driving the conversation across the network’s platforms — while Hot Mics remains home base.  Then, Billy remembers Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, and reflects on Presley’s openness about his struggles with mental health and addiction.  Plus, more fallout from Amy Griffin’s New York Magazine interview. Billy examines what the article revealed — and what it left unanswered — including new questions involving Griffin’s former volleyball coach Barb Bixler, the origins of Griffin’s memories, MDMA-assisted therapy, Joleene Altum and the continuing legal battle surrounding The Tell.  And there’s another major development following the Lindsay Clancy mistrial. Defense attorney Kevin Reddington is asking the court to investigate the lone holdout juror, seeking information that includes the juror questionnaire, phone activity during deliberations and other records. The juror now has his own attorney — and he’s firing back at Reddington.  It’s another packed edition of Hot Mics with Billy Bush. New episodes Monday–Thursday. Ask your Alexa device to play the latest episode of Hot Mics with Billy Bush. #HotMics #BillyBush #CalebFlynn #AmyGriffin #TheTell #LindsayClancy #KevinReddington #PresleyGerber See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Clancy and his new wife Rachel sat down with 60 Minutes for one of the most anticipated interviews since the Lindsay Clancy trial — but did it answer the questions people have been asking? Billy breaks down the interview, including Patrick’s emotional account of losing Cora, Dawson and Callan, why he says he forgave Lindsay, the panic attack he suffered during the trial, his decision to rebuild his life in New York, and his relationship with Rachel. Billy also examines what 60 Minutes left out — including questions surrounding Patrick and Rachel’s relationship, his current relationship with Lindsay, and other issues that have fueled intense discussion online. Then Stan Walters, an expert in investigative interviewing and creator of the Cognitive Reliability Framework, joins Billy to analyze Patrick’s interview, his demeanor and the reliability of the statements he made to 60 Minutes. PLUS: AMY GRIFFIN AND THE TELL Amy Griffin is speaking out in a major new New York Magazine story asking the question at the center of the controversy surrounding her bestselling memoir: “Was Amy Griffin Telling the Truth?” Billy goes deep on the new reporting and what Griffin now says about the memories behind The Tell. That includes her description of what she remembered before undergoing MDMA-assisted therapy, how she says MDMA helped connect those memories to the teacher she accuses of abusing her, and how those statements compare with the account presented in her memoir. There are also new details involving the woman Griffin identifies as the “real Claudia,” Griffin’s former volleyball coach, another former classmate identified as “Allie,” and the continuing dispute with Joleene Altum, who has alleged that portions of Griffin’s memoir describe events that happened to her. Billy examines what the New York Magazine story reports, what it leaves unanswered, and the declarations Altum says support her account. With litigation still unfolding and discovery in its early stages, the fight over The Tell is far from over. The allegations and competing accounts discussed in this episode remain disputed. LIVE Monday–Thursday at 12 PM Eastern / 9 AM Pacific. Ask your Alexa device to play the latest episode of Hot Mics with Billy Bush. Subscribe to Hot Mics with Billy Bush on YouTube for breaking news, exclusive interviews and the stories everyone is talking about. #HotMics #BillyBush #PatrickClancy #LindsayClancy #RachelClancy #60Minutes #AmyGriffin #TheTell #JoleeneAltum See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major developments in the Lindsay Clancy case, the Caleb Flynn murder trial gets underway, and Amy Griffin prepares to break her silence as new questions surround The Tell. Billy Bush breaks down the latest in the Lindsay Clancy case, including the addition of prominent attorney Martin Weinberg to the defense team as Kevin Reddington fights to prevent a second trial. Plus, a judge has ordered the identities of the jurors and alternates kept private indefinitely following concerns about potential harm, while questions continue over who first identified the alleged holdout juror. And Patrick Clancy is preparing to speak publicly on 60 Minutes about Cora, Dawson and Callan and the conspiracy theories that have targeted him since the case exploded nationally. Meanwhile, prosecutors still haven't publicly announced whether they intend to retry Lindsay Clancy, with a major hearing approaching on September 29. Then, former prosecutor Matt Murphy joins Billy as jury selection begins in the murder trial of Caleb Flynn, the former American Idol contestant and youth music pastor accused in the death of his wife, Ashley. They examine Flynn's 911 call, body-camera footage, the prosecution's witness-intimidation allegations involving his daughters, and the digital evidence that could become critical at trial. Flynn is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. Plus, a major development in the controversy surrounding **Amy Griffin's bestselling memoir The Tell. With Griffin participating in a new article expected Monday, Billy examines the competing allegations at the center of the ongoing litigation: Jolene's claims that details of her childhood abuse were appropriated, the mysterious “Dominic Price,” the disputed identity of Claudia, the Palm Springs meeting Griffin denies ever happened, and the mysterious postcard that plays a pivotal role in Griffin's memoir. And Billy weighs in on Arch Manning's apology to ESPN's Holly Rowe after his comments about an AI-generated video sparked backlash—and why what Manning did *after* the mistake may matter more than the mistake itself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tragic morning in Los Angeles after a news helicopter crashes in Chatsworth, killing three people. Billy remembers the crew and speaks with FOX 11’s Stu Mundel about the loss and the unique risks faced by the journalists who cover Los Angeles from the air. Then, the investigation into Hayden Panettiere’s death continues. Hayden’s former next-door neighbor Mia Terrazas joins Billy with firsthand observations about people she says she saw coming and going from Hayden’s apartment — and explains why she’s frustrated that investigators have apparently not yet visited the building. Plus, prosecutors will not seek the death penalty against Nick Reiner, and the fallout surrounding Ed Sheeran and Macklemore continues. Then Billy goes deep on the case of Caleb Flynn, the former American Idol contestant and worship pastor accused of murdering his wife, Ashley. With Flynn’s trial beginning, Billy plays the 911 call from the night Ashley was killed and compares it with police body-camera footage. What does the prosecution say happened inside that Ohio home? Why was a garage door open despite a refrigerator blocking the entrance? What happened to the missing 9mm handgun? And what will Flynn’s young daughters tell the jury? Caleb Flynn has pleaded not guilty. Plus, a quick update on Amy Griffin and The Tell ahead of the anticipated New York Magazine story. It’s all on today’s Hot Mics with Billy Bush. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billy kicks things off with the Emmys, breaking down the red carpet hits, misses and moments that got his attention. Then, Macklemore is facing major fallout after another “Free Palestine” statement, with multiple dates on Ed Sheeran’s stadium tour reportedly disappearing from his schedule. Billy weighs free speech against consequences — and asks why the conversation so often ignores Hamas. Meanwhile, Sydney Sweeney has figured out the controversy economy. Her provocative new sports-betting campaign has sparked another round of outrage from female athletes and critics — while generating tens of millions of views. Billy argues two things can be true: female athletes deserve respect for their accomplishments, and Sweeney can use sex appeal to build her brand and make money. There’s also a fascinating Hollywood twist involving legendary agent Ari Emanuel, who reportedly gave Sweeney some very personal career advice involving her boyfriend, **Scooter Braun**. Billy is joined by Raquel Debono, founder of “Make America Hot Again,” for a conversation about Sweeney, politics, attractiveness and why she thinks the cultural battle over beauty has gotten completely out of control. Plus, another Jolie-Pitt child drops Brad Pitt’s last name — and Billy returns to the growing debate over artificial intelligence. President Trump pushes back hard against Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’s calls for AI guardrails, while Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Elon Musk and others weigh in on how quickly the technology should advance. And Billy closes with a chilling warning from Stephen Hawking — made all the way back in 2014 — about what could happen if artificial intelligence eventually surpasses human intelligence.** It’s politics, pop culture, Hollywood and AI — with room for more than one thing to be true. **Hot Mics with Billy Bush. Subscribe and join the conversation.** #BillyBush #HotMics #SydneySweeney #Macklemore #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Emmys #ScooterBraun #AriEmanuel #EntertainmentNews See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fallout from the Lindsay Clancy trial continues as the holdout juror is publicly identified — and Aidan Kearney, aka Turtleboy, joins Billy to defend his decision to amplify the juror’s identity. Billy presses him on the public-interest argument, the juror’s reported legal history, questions surrounding the jury questionnaire, and whether any of this could affect what happens next in the Clancy case. Billy also sounds the alarm over a very different story: some of the biggest names in artificial intelligence are now openly warning about the dangers of moving too fast. With calls for government oversight growing, is Washington prepared to deal with an AI race that could have enormous consequences? Then, a major update on Amy Griffin and The Tell. Billy shares portions of Griffin’s lengthy interview with an Amarillo police investigator and examines new questions surrounding her allegations, the investigative material behind them, the media’s silence, and a planned multi-part Air Mail investigation that was ultimately killed. Plus: the latest on Hayden Panettiere and Brian Hickerson, the disturbing allegations involving KJ Biermann, Blake Lively’s microwave moment, Jennifer Lawrence’s Instagram debut, Britney Spears, and a wild Fashion Week confrontation with a PETA protester. It’s a packed Monday edition of Hot Mics with Billy Bush. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major development in the Lindsay Clancy case changes the direction of today’s show. Billy Bush reacts to explosive comments from Catholic priest and exorcist Father Dan Reehil about Lindsay Clancy — comments that quickly ignite a much larger conversation about mental illness, faith, mercy and how the case is being discussed publicly. Then, Father Bob — the longtime pastor to Lindsay and Patrick Clancy — joins Billy to offer a deeply different perspective. He discusses the family, Lindsay’s mental health struggles, compassion in the aftermath of an unimaginable tragedy, and his reaction to the rhetoric surrounding the case. The conversation then turns inside the courtroom. Juror #10 Nick Dargy speaks out about the mistrial and what happened during deliberations. Attorney Michael Bryant breaks down what unfolded in court and where the case stands, and Lindsay Clancy’s defense attorney Kevin Reddington joins the discussion following the mistrial. What happened inside that jury room? Where does the case go from here? And after everything that has happened, will Lindsay Clancy face another trial? It’s a packed edition of Hot Mics with Billy Bush, with new voices and new insight into one of the most closely watched criminal cases in the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three jurors from the Lindsay Clancy trial are speaking out — and what they reveal about the lone holdout juror, reasonable doubt and the mistrial raises major new questions about what happened inside that jury room. Billy Bush breaks down the jurors’ interviews with NBC10 Boston’s Sue O’Connell, including the foreperson’s stunning account of the moment she thought they had finally reached a verdict. Plus, has Kevin Reddington changed his tune on Patrick Clancy as the case heads toward its next major hearing? Then, Billy takes a closer look at Amy Griffin and The Tell, including lingering questions surrounding Griffin’s account and details that have received little attention in the broader media coverage. Plus, the new iPhone, Trump’s midterm convention, his Labor Day social-media blitz, and growing concerns from inside the AI industry. Subscribe to Hot Mics with Billy Bush for the latest breaking news, trials, entertainment and the stories everyone is talking about. #LindsayClancy #AmyGriffin #TheTell #BillyBush #HotMics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.