Reasonable Doubt

Mark, Gary and guest Teny Geragos unpack one of the wildest legal news weeks in recent memory. The episode dives into a bizarre and rapidly unraveling lawsuit involving former JPMorgan employees, the legal fallout surrounding James Comey’s “86 47” seashell post, and a deep breakdown of the latest developments in the D4vd case. The trio explains how preliminary hearings work in California, why the defense’s recent move may ...

Defense attorney Mark Geragos and Lauren Conlin break down the bombshell evidence in the D4vd case: from disturbing autopsy findings to whether lyrics and behavior could be used against him in court. They also dive into the growing questions around discovery, and why the planned May 1 preliminary hearing may not move forward if prosecutors don’t turn over key evidence in time...

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With D4vd behind bars and no charges filed, is the LA DA scrambling to build a case? Mark Geragos and Guest host Lauren Conlin unpack the timeline, the evidence, and what prosecutors must decide next. D4vd, real name David Anthony Burke, has been arrested in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez after the teen was found deceased in the singer's Tesla in September of 2025.

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Mark and Gary unpack the latest developments in Sean Combs’ high-stakes appeal, focusing on a tense Second Circuit hearing that could reshape how acquitted conduct is used in sentencing. From sharp judicial questioning to a memorable pizza metaphor that may have undercut the prosecution’s case, they walk through key arguments, legal strategy, and what the court's tone could signal about a possible outcome.

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Mark and Gary dig into the Tiger Woods DUI arrest, analyzing body cam footage, field sobriety tests, and key police decisions that could weaken the case. They also explore how investigative mistakes and questionable testing methods may impact any potential charges, while also touching on a high-profile civil case making headlines and what it reveals about legal strategy gone wrong.

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Mark is joined by his daughter, criminal defense attorney Teny Geragos, alongside Gary, for a fast-moving breakdown of Tiger Woods’ DUI arrest following a rollover crash. The trio digs into the sheriff’s account, the absence of alcohol, and the legal limits of field sobriety tests and urinalysis, offering insight into how the case could unfold in court. They also touch on major legal headlines involving Elon Musk and Sam B...

Mark and Gary break down the bizarre and surprisingly consequential trial involving Afroman, police officers and a viral home raid turned into music videos. From courtroom comedy to serious questions about defamation and artistic expression, the case becomes a masterclass in how juries interpret satire. The episode also explores the fallout from the sudden cancellation of The Bachelorette and what it could mean for a wave ...

Mark and Gary examine the troubling new warning from investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, now missing for 40 days. They discuss criticism of the sheriff’s handling of the case, new evidence obtained by the FBI, and why the delayed public safety warning raises serious questions.

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Michele McPhee joins Mark as a guest co-host to unpack new reporting that links the Jeffrey Epstein files to the long-running lawsuit filed by families of the victims of September 11. Drawing on recently surfaced emails and court filings in the case Ashton et al v. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, McPhee traces how two of the hijackers who arrived at LAX in 2000 were allegedly supported by individuals tied to Saudi intelligence an...

Los Angeles Magazine investigative reporter Michele McPhee joins Mark Geragos as guest co-host to unpack the shocking FBI raids on LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho’s office and home. What began as speculation about political retaliation quickly gave way to a deeper investigation into a failed $6.2 million AI chatbot contract, a bankrupt startup, alleged investor fraud, and a web of personal and professional ties now u...

Mark and Gary break down a startling hot mic exchange from a high-profile Les Wexner deposition tied to the Epstein saga, unpack lingering questions about Epstein’s financial origins, and examine a major 6-3 U.S. Supreme Court decision limiting presidential emergency powers on tariffs. The hosts explore what the ruling means for the separation of powers, potential refund battles over billions in tariff revenue, and why the...

Mark and Gary dive into the latest twists surrounding the Epstein files, unpack swirling true crime speculation from Tucson, and examine how digital forensics and online rumors are shaping the narrative. The hosts debate conflicting reports, discuss legal fallout tied to high-profile figures, and explore how fast-moving information can cloud even seasoned observers. The conversation then shifts to football, with thoughts o...

Mark Geragos is joined by special guest co-host (and his daughter) Teny Geragos, a criminal defense attorney, for a wide-ranging legal breakdown that moves from the arrest of journalist Don Lemon and the First Amendment issues it raises to a major pre-trial victory removing the death penalty in the Luigi Mangione case. The episode also digs into federal charging tactics, prosecutorial discretion, and the latest Epstein fil...

Mark and Gary dissect the explosive congressional testimony of Special Counsel Jack Smith. From his inability to recall who swore him into office, to questions surrounding a second oath, secret subpoenas, confidential informant payments, and nondisclosure orders involving the Speaker of the House, the hosts examine what these moments reveal about power, process, and accountability at the highest levels of the Justice Depar...

Mark is joined this week by criminal defense attorney Alan Jackson. Coming off his headline-making victory in the Karen Read retrial, Jackson offers a candid look at the pressures and pitfalls of high-profile defense work, including the emotional impact of withdrawing from the Nick Reiner case. The conversation explores how media attention, prosecutorial conduct, gag orders, and judicial decision-making can shape the outco...

Mark and Gary break down the sudden withdrawal of defense attorney Alan Jackson from the Nick Reiner case and what it signals about funding, strategy, and the defendant’s mental state. The conversation expands to the role of public defenders, family interests in criminal prosecutions, and the broader obligations of the justice system. They also dive into a developing separation of powers fight involving federal prosecutors...

Mark is joined by acclaimed trial lawyer Nicholas Rowley, who sits in as guest co-host. The two dig into a major Starbucks burn verdict, revisit the misunderstood McDonald’s hot coffee case, and break down how corporate narratives distort public views of civil justice. The conversation also explores Rowley’s successful fight to raise California’s medical malpractice damages cap, his latest battle against Uber-backed liabil...

In this holiday episode of Reasonable Doubt, Mark is joined by a special guest co-host, his daughter and fellow criminal defense attorney Teny. Together, they dig into the latest twists in the Jeffrey Epstein saga after the DOJ announced the discovery of more than a million additional documents, raising serious questions about discovery failures, transparency, and how federal prosecutions are actually run. The conversation...

Mark and Gary are joined by guest host Teny Geragos for a deep dive into one of the most complex and misunderstood areas of criminal law. Using the Nick Reiner case as a lens, the panel unpacks why arraignments are delayed, how competency evaluations and insanity pleas actually work, and what lawyers must consider when mental illness is front and center. The conversation also explores who pays for elite defense counsel in ...