Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald

Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald

Love true crime but yearn for something a bit less dark? You're in luck. Heather McDonald brings you the lighter side of true crime in the Juicy Crimes podcast! Along with special guests from the legal, journalism, comedy, and celebrity worlds, she explores the greed, the grift, and the gruesome in the juiciest crimes of all time! For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy

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January 14, 2026 70 mins
A brand new Juicy Crimes episode is out, and I’m joined by the hilarious Brandy Howard and Julie Goldman, so yes, it’s dark, but we’re laughing through the chaos. We start with the new Karen Read doc Accused, because nothing says “relaxing watch” like a murder mystery, then spiral into director Timothy Busfield and his truly disturbing child sex abuse charges (hard left turn, sorry!). From there, we cover the Spencer and Monique Te...
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This episode of Juicy Crimes dives into Netflix’s Evil Influencers and the dark side of online fame, where clout, manipulation, and lies turn deadly. I unpack shocking stories of gay grifters who used charm, money, and image to deceive, and in some cases, kill. Plus, I break down the viral conspiracy swirling online about the president of France’s wife and why misinformation spreads so easily in influencer culture. I also share upd...
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In January 2023, Brian Walshe reported his wife missing, only for investigators to uncover one of the most bizarre true-crime cases in recent memory. As police searched for Ana Walshe, they discovered Brian’s internet search history, filled with queries that prosecutors say read like a step-by-step guide to murder cleanup and body disposal. In this Juicy Crimes episode, Annie Elise, host of Serialously, and I break down the timelin...
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December 10, 2025 61 mins
Mary Payne and I dive into several high-profile cases where fathers took unthinkable, extreme measures in an attempt to escape their lives and start over. We break down the patterns, motives, and shocking details behind these chilling family annihilator cases. Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/juicycrimes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTu...
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December 3, 2025 75 mins
Edd Hedges, a rising stand-up comedian from the UK, returns to his quiet hometown after tasting success, only to be jolted awake in the dead of night by a serial killer who knows exactly who he is. Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/juicycrimes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠h...
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I sit down for a fascinating interview with Giovanni Rocco, a former FBI undercover informant. He shares real stories of his experiences taking down major mafia families, including the inspiration behind "The Sopranos." This deep dive into organized crime and law enforcement is incredibly juicy! Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/juicycrimes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Juicy Sc...
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November 19, 2025 65 mins
I sit down with former fashion model Barbara Adler to discuss the dark side of the business. She does not hold back in sharing how the female models were treated and tricked by powerful men and women. Her stories are shocking and she does name them in this episode. Her stories and opinions are hers and this episode comes with a warning at the top of the show. -Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. C...
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Join hosts Morgan Absher and Kaelyn Moore as they take you deep into the world of the most notorious crimes ever — where a single clue can crack a case wide open. From shocking murders to serial killers, Clues dives into all the forensic details and brilliant sleuthing of the world's most infamous cases. CLUES is a Crime House Original, powered by PAVE Studios. Follow and listen now wherever you get your podcasts: https://podcasts....
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In this episode of Juicy Crimes, I sit down with attorneys Sean Sullivan and Shannon Goldstein to discuss the shocking real-life case, and the Netflix documentary "The Perfect Neighbor", about a woman who shot her neighbor. What began as a simple dispute spiraled into tragedy, raising tough questions about motive, justice, and what really goes on behind closed doors. -Get 15% off OneSkin with the code JUICYCRIME at https://www.o...
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November 5, 2025 72 mins
I am talking to Joe Loya, a real life bank robber who did time for his crimes and has also consulted on many movies about bank robbery. We discuss his experience with true crime and what it's really like to commit robbery. It's a criminal deep dive you won't want to miss. Go to https://Quince.com/JUICYCRIME for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you...
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My sister, Shannon McDonald Goldstein who is a criminal defense attorney joins me to share her personal connection to a murder in Palm Springs. We get into the social life of Palm Springs and how it is a hot bed for grifters. Shannon knew the prosecutor and the hell she was put through during this crazy case involving a sugar daddy who fell for the wrong sugar baby and ended up dead. -Rula patients typically pay $15 per session...
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October 22, 2025 100 mins
I sit down with Brittany Lloyd, whose sister Jessica was tragically killed less than 60 days ago. The case remains an active murder investigation. Brittany opens up about the deep bond she shared with her sister, a woman full of promise, success, and love, whose life was cut short after falling for the wrong man. It’s a heartbreaking story we’ve heard all too often, and one that serves as a haunting reminder of how love can turn de...
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This week on Juicy Crimes, we’re joined by LA prosecutor, Matt Murphy for a wild ride through some of the most jaw-dropping cases yet. We kick things off with the mysterious D4VID case, dive into the bizarre world of “The Butt Lady,” and unpack the heartbreaking story of four teens killed on PCH by a reckless driver. Finally, we close out with one of the most infamous cases in true crime history, The Menéndez brothers. Buckle up fo...
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Discover the riveting story of a cunning female grifter who pulled off an intricate bank fraud scheme while lying about her billionaire heiress background. Join us as we uncover shocking secrets, and feature an exclusive interview with the woman who uncovered it all, Jamie Rice. This is a story of deception, and daring escape you won't want to miss! Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/j...
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October 1, 2025 74 mins
In this chilling episode of Juicy Crimes, Andrea Dunlop unpacks the disturbing true story of a mother who takes Munchausen by proxy to terrifying new heights. What began as a quest for sympathy spirals into manipulation, deceit, and unimaginable harm. Andrea dives deep into the psychology behind the lie, the red flags everyone missed, and the shocking truth that left a community in disbelief. Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you...
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Stand up comedian Tammy Pescatelli shares a terrifying true crime tale. A male stand up comic famous for his jokes about how his voice did not match is face was able to get away with sexually assaulting college girls until one female detective was able to string the dots together. Get into this Juicy Hollywood crime. Subscribe now to Juicy Crimes so you don't miss an episode!: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/juicycrimes⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Juicy ...
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What happens after the cameras stop rolling? In this gripping episode of Juicy Crimes, Heather McDonald sits down with former MrBeast contestant and winner Ian Bick, who opens up about the shocking truth behind his criminal past. From his rise to internet fame to the personal struggles and decisions that landed him behind bars, Ian shares his raw, unfiltered story in a way you’ve never heard before. Heather pulls no punches as she...
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In this episode of Juicy Crimes, we dive into Hulu’s brand-new Amanda Knox documentary — revisiting one of the most infamous true crime cases of the last two decades. From the shocking trial and media frenzy to the new revelations brought forward, we break down what this doc reveals… and what it leaves out. What you’ll hear in this episode: -A fresh look at the Amanda Knox case through Hulu’s lens -The media’s role in shaping th...
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My guest today goes simply by Harry, and his story is one for the ages. What started as a 20 year love affair turned into a web of lies and deception so wild it’s hard to believe. From fake careers to serial cheating, Harry still believed in her love enough to propose, only to be told she was battling stage four cancer. Standing by her side, he hoped to make it to their wedding day, never realizing the shocking truth beneath it all...
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The Juicy Crimes podcast is a true crime show hosted by comedian Heather McDonald. With her special guests, they explore what might be the juiciest of all crimes. The crimes include the affluent, high-profile person or the greedy grifter who's one simple lie leads them to committing murder. These crimes will have different opinions depending on which rotating guests chime in from criminal defense attorneys, TV recognizable DA's, de...
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