Skeptical: An Investigative Podcast

The moment has arrived. Daniel Blan’s case enters the courtroom as a hearing is held to address the evidence uncovered through this podcast. But just when it seems the case has reached its peak, a final piece of new evidence emerges—one that could change everything. Will justice finally be served? In this gripping season finale, Neeli Faulkner follows the case to its most critical moment yet.

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Daniel Blan's case is broadcasted to new audiences as an unexpected advocate picks up the story. With new resources and a national outlet to thrust Daniel's story into the spotlight, Neeli Faulkner hopes this will be the break she has been hoping for. Will the information discovered help Daniel, or will Neeli's understanding of the case take a whole new turn?

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As Part 2 of the season begins, Neeli Faulkner uncovers a critical piece of evidence that could shift the entire case. A new witness steps forward, corroborating Daniel Blan’s claim that the State conspired to convict him of Mike Bernos’ murder. If true, this revelation threatens to unravel the prosecution’s entire narrative. How deep does this conspiracy run? And are there more witnesses willing to speak out? Neeli is determined t...

Just when the case couldn’t take a more unexpected turn, Neeli Faulkner uncovers another witness—one who tells the same story as the last but with even more shocking details. As the puzzle pieces fall into place, Neeli begins to realize that her theory might be right on point. Could this testimony be the key to unraveling the truth? The stakes are higher than ever, and the search for justice continues.

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Three more witnesses come forward, revealing a shocking truth that confirms Neeli Faulkner’s theory. With the evidence stacking up, the case against Daniel Blan is unraveling—but Neeli has taken the investigation as far as she can. Now, she needs someone who can take the fight for justice to the next level. Will this be the turning point in Daniel’s case?

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In this inaugural Beyond the Pod episode, we go behind the scenes of S01 E01 He Just Knew Everything, sharing insights from our team that didn't make it into the original episode. Join us as we answer listener questions, discuss key topics, and provide additional context to help you better understand the complexities of the case.

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In this brief update, Neeli shares exciting news about major developments in Daniel’s case and new evidence that’s reshaping the investigation. While the release of new episodes has been delayed, Neeli assures listeners that the wait will be worth it. Plus, Spotify listeners can now leave comments on episodes to share their thoughts, questions, and theories, which will be addressed in upcoming bonus episodes, Beyond the Pod. Tune i...

In this episode, Neeli Faulkner looks into alternative theories surrounding the murder of Mike Bernos, unearthing new information that could change everything. As she pieces together overlooked details and interviews, Neeli uncovers the possibility of another murder that may be connected to the case. With fresh leads and unexpected twists, this episode takes the investigation down a chilling new path, raising more questions about w...

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?

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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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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 ...

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.

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Neeli Faulkner explores the troubling details of Daniel Blan's case, including allegations of misconduct and critical evidence that was potentially withheld. Through intense phone conversations and in-person interviews, Neeli investigates claims that a state official may have withheld crucial information that could warrant Daniel a new trial.

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Did the justice system get it wrong?

In the debut episode of Skeptical, investigative podcaster Neeli Faulkner re-examines the 1994 murder trial of Daniel Blan, convicted of killing his adoptive father, Mike Bernos, in Rockford, Alabama. Daniel claims he was wrongfully convicted, but does the evidence support his life sentence - or was the real killer overlooked?

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Are the guilty always guilty? Skeptical is a true crime investigative podcast that reexamines cases where the defendant claims they were wrongfully convicted. Each season, we thoroughly investigate one case, uncovering new evidence and speaking with witnesses, law enforcement, attorneys, and the defendants themselves.

Join host Neeli Faulkner as she works to unravel the truth behind some of the most controversial convictions—becau...

Welcome to Skeptical, where skepticism meets investigation. In our first season, join us on a gripping journey into the case of Michael Bernos, a high school teacher and coach whose life was tragically cut short in 1994. The prime suspect? His own adoptive son, Daniel Blan, who sits behind bars proclaiming his innocence.

As we peek deep into the shadows of this case, we scrutinize every shred of evidence, every witness account,...