Pretty Lies And Alibis

Pretty Lies And Alibis

"Pretty Lies and Alibis" is a true crime podcast hosted by GiGi McKelvey covering stories from across the world, focusing on providing fact-based episodes while maintaining respect for the victims and their families. GiGi delves into various criminal cases, particularly those involving trials, offering deep dives on current casesm updates as the case works it's way to trial, and summarizing the day's testimony in about an hour or less, ensuring listeners get all the necessary information to stay informed about the case's progress. For those who prefer visual content, there's also a corresponding YouTube channel where episodes are available, Don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications. The mission of "Pretty Lies and Alibis" is to seek truth and follow the journey towards justice for victims and their families. This involves deep dives into cases, uncovering facts, and providing the most updated news on each case discussed. Availability: The podcast is available on multiple platforms, including: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio YouTube Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pretty-lies-and-alibis--4447192/support.

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December 27, 2025 27 mins
In this episode, we break down the full timeline and key evidence in the Melodee Buzzard case, from her disappearance to the arrest of her mother, Ashlee Buzzard, on first-degree murder charges.


Melodee Buzzard was reported missing in October after a school administrator alerted police to her prolonged absence. Investigators soon uncovered a suspicious multi-state road trip involving rental cars, wigs, license plate changes, and mis...
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What is Christmas like in prison? My contacts told me how they celebrate Christmas on the inside.



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The State argues the district court correctly allowed evidence related to the murder of Charles Vallow and the attempted killing of Brandon Boudreaux, not to show criminal propensity, but to establish a pattern, plan, knowledge, and financial motive that closely mirrors the crimes involving JJ Vallow, Tylee Ryan, and Tammy Daybell. Prosecutors emphasize the defense had long-standing access to this evidence, defeating claims of unfa...
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In this episode, we continue breaking down the State of Idaho’s response to Lori Vallow Daybell’s appeal, picking up deep into the brief as the State dismantles claims of constitutional violations.
The State argues that Lori Vallow failed all three prongs of the fundamental error test — including claims that her Sixth Amendment right to counsel was violated and that her due process rights were ignored while she was deemed incompeten...
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We continue our deep dive into the death of Mica Miller, focusing specifically on April 27, 2024 — the day Mica died. Using police records, surveillance footage, 911 calls, and court filings, we walk through a detailed timeline of Mica’s movements, including her purchase of a firearm, her final phone call to 911, and the search efforts at Lumber River State Park.

We also examine where John-Paul Miller was at the time, what law enfor...
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    Part 2 breaking down the state's response to Lori Daybell's appeal motion:
    • The State of Idaho is asking the Idaho Supreme Court to uphold Lori Vallow Daybell’s murder convictions and life sentence without parole. Prosecutors argue the trial court acted correctly in all respects and that Vallow’s constitutional claims fail.

    • The State says Vallow’s original attorney was properly disqualified due to a serious conflict of in...
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    The state has responded to Lori's appeal filing. In the 1st episode we read through a summary of the case pertinent to the arguments in Lori's filing.




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    John Paul Miller, former husband of Mica Miller, was indicted by the feds on 1 count of cyberstalking and 1 count of lying to authorities.

    I've never done a backstory, so we dive into a basic timeline and events leading up to her death and after.
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    December 17, 2025 1 min
    Nick Reiner was in court today. His arraignment has been postponed.


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    A few new updates on the murders of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner - how their bodies were discovered, new footage of Nick before and after the murders from surveillance cameras, family friends speak out about Nick and his troubled childhood, and more

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    We dive into the tragic murders of Rob Reiner & his wife, Michele Singer Reiner. Their son Nick Reiner has been arrested and charged with 1st degree murder with special circumstance.

    We go through what is publicly available regarding the murders and dive into the tumultuous and complex relationship Nick had with his parents and also look into his past which has included addiction issues and homelessness since he was a young tee...
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    Brian Walshe has been found guilty of 1st degree murder in the murder of his wife Ana Walshe 
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    Recapping closing arguments for the Commonwealth and Defense. We are on verdict watch as of 12:22 PM eastern. I will do a youtube short when a verdict comes in.

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    2 filings in this episode - 1 - State's motion to pre-admit defendant's interview and email

    2- State's motion to determine admissibility of jail calls and text messages - 16 exhibits listed & they've requested a hearing. Did Kouri get too comfortable in jail and let some things slip?





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    The state lists prior bad acts of Kouri's they want the jury to hear including draining her kids college savings accounts.

    The state wants to keep out Kouri's claims that Eric abused drugs in high school, calling it hearsay and pointing out she didn't meet Eric until 10 years after his high school graduation.


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    Gem finishes up cross exam and redirect.

    We hear from Brian's probation officer, an apartment manager who got surveillance of Brian at the dumpster, another witness brings in Home Depot surveillance, and a witness brings in video of Brian buying men's clothes at TJMaxx 

    The last witness for the commonwealth was a close friend of Ana's in DC. She testifies to Ana's state of mind the last time she saw her, and Ana confided in her about...
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    In the morning session , Gem Mutlu took the stand. He was friends with both Brian and Ana. Ana worked for him for a couple of years and they developed a deep friendship. He was also the last person to see Ana alive as he was at their house on New Years Eve.

    We ended on cross before the judge called the morning break. They asked if Brian was jealous of him or if Ana told him she had a crush on him.




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    Afternoon testimony in the Brian Walshe trial included the DNA results from various items of evidence. 

    The last witness of the day brought in surveillance from HomeGoods from January 2nd & 4th when Brian visited the store. 




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    Morning session included Matthew Sheehan finishing up on cross exam and several witnesses testifying about amplifying and duplicating DNA from various items in preparation for analysis



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    Quick witness who brings in the Stop N Shop video of Brian checkin out ammonia. The last witness is with the Mass. State Police Crime Lab - he tells what was found in the house and trash bags that tested positive for blood.



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