Courtroom Confidential

Joshua Ritter
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Courtroom Confidential, hosted by Joshua Ritter, is your weekly rendezvous with the latest updates in headline-making criminal cases nationwide. With his background as a former L.A. County prosecutor now practicing as a criminal defense attorney, Joshua brings a unique blend of professionalism and a personal touch to the table. Join Joshua every Friday to explore the ever-developing legal landscape and gain a deeper understanding of how the legal system operates.

  1. 21h ago

    Idaho 4: After the Plea | The Questions Kaylee Goncalves’ Parents Still Want Answered

    In the final installment of Courtroom Confidential: Idaho 4 — After the Plea, Joshua Ritter sits down with Steve and Kristi Goncalves, parents of Kaylee Goncalves, nearly four years after Kaylee, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin were murdered in Moscow, Idaho. One year after Bryan Kohberger’s guilty plea brought the possibility of a trial to an end, Steve and Kristi reflect on where they are now, the questions that are still unresolved, and what it means to move forward when the legal case is over but its impact remains. They also tell us about Murder Has a Name, their foundation to help other victims and families access advanced forensic DNA testing and investigative resources that might otherwise be out of reach. The foundation was created in Kaylee’s honor with a mission that reaches beyond their own family: helping give other cases a chance at answers. Visit their website here: https://www.murderhasaname.com/ This conversation closes our three-part Idaho Four: After the Plea series, which looks back at the case through three different perspectives. Watch prior episodes here: - Part 1 with Idaho Statesman reporter Kevin Fixler: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ora-Y6RpCbU&t=186s - Part 2 with former death investigator and Body Bags Podcast host Joseph Scott Morgan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76qCLL-s-ZA&t=166s Courtroom Confidential: Live Trials -  https://www.youtube.com/@CCLiveTrials Become a CC Crew member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVmA_wratr69AQdmWtRLAw/join CC Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://x.com/CRConfidential https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.tiktok.com/@joshuaritteresq https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the US Copyright Law. #Idaho4 #KayleeGoncalves #MadisonMogen #XanaKernodle #EthanChapin #Idaho #UniversityofIdaho #IdahoFour #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity Support the show

  2. 1d ago

    Could Caleb Flynn’s Mistress Face Charges? Criminal Lawyer Q&A

    Why hasn’t Caleb Flynn’s alleged mistress been charged, and what can jurors actually conclude from the messages they exchanged? Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions about the Flynn trial, including conspiracy, the song played in court and the difference between troubling words and proof of a crime. This Sunday Funday Q&A also covers Lindsay Clancy’s holdout juror, Ethan Crumbley’s sentence review, Bryan Kohberger’s guilty plea, Tomasz Kosowski’s self-representation and the practical reasons defendants may choose not to testify. 0:00 - Intro 2:16 - Bryan Kohberger 7:53 - Lindsay Clancy 16:52 - Lindsay Clancy 20:32 - Duane 'Keffe D' Davis 25:44 - Harvey Weinstein 32:42 - Ethan Crumbley 38:36 - Christa Pike 45:00 - Caleb Flynn 49:36 - What is the process that goes into charging a juvenile as an adult? 56:36 - Caleb Flynn 59:00 - Caleb Flynn 1:03:13 - Tomasz Kosowski 1:10:11 - Vance Boelter 1:17:00 - Refreshing Recollection 1:23:23 - Caleb Flynn 1:31:23 - Bailee Rios 1:35:38 - Caleb Flynn 1:39:26 - If a defendant confesses to the crime to their attorney, what are the responsibilities of the defense attorney?  1:45:31 - Announcements Want to ask Josh your true crime legal question for next Sunday Funday? Get your questions in before 11:59pm PT Friday! Click the tab on the right side here: https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Sunday Funday Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiteA2x_mfo3H6cFS91S0tBu600tjCeFJ&si=Afeir78gpaWnjK8K Courtroom Confidential: Live Trials: https://www.youtube.com/@CCLiveTrials Become a CC Crew member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVmA_wratr69AQdmWtRLAw/join Give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.tiktok.com/@joshuaritteresq https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the US Copyright Law. #calebflynn #ashleyflynn #lindsayclancy #patrickclancy #lindsayclancytrial #bryankohberger #idaho4 #keefed #duanedavis #tupacmurder #tupac #deathpenalty  #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimepodcast #legalanalysis #criminaldefense #livetrial #courtroomconfidential #evidence #selfdefense #juryselection #murder #manslaughter #leegilley Support the show

  3. 3d ago

    Caleb Flynn’s Affair Takes Center Stage. Can Prosecutors Connect Motive to Murder? With Special Guest Jay of @Jaybronious

    Your data is being sold right now. Let my sponsor Aura find the brokers selling it and remove you automatically.🛡️Try 14 days for free: https://aura.com/courtroomconfidential ✅ Caleb Flynn promised his mistress a future together, but what do their private messages reveal about the events leading up to his wife Ashley’s death? As the murder trial exposes the affair, the promises and the hostility behind those exchanges, prosecutors face the central challenge: connecting Flynn’s words to the killing he denies committing. Jay of  @jaybronious   joins criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter to break down the latest testimony, examine the prosecution’s evidence and discuss how the defense is responding. Then, Josh provides updates and legal analysis on the cases involving Corie Walsh, Raymond Horsch and Elijah Hemingway. Plus, we close out the week with our Hero of the Week. Join Courtroom Confidential LIVE at 5pm PT / 8pm ET for our Friday Weekly Roundup. Follow the Caleb Flynn trial gavel to gavel on our sister channel, CC Live Trials, and subscribe to Courtroom Confidential for legal analysis of the cases making headlines. https://www.youtube.com/@CCLiveTrials Follow Jay!  https://www.youtube.com/@jaybronious https://x.com/jaybronious https://www.instagram.com/jaybronious https://www.tiktok.com/@jaybronious About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true crime cases. Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Follow Courtroom Confidential: https://x.com/CRConfidential https://www.facebook.com/courtroomconfidential/ https://www.instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential/?hl=en Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #CalebFlynn #CalebFlynnTrial #AshleyFlynn Support the show

  4. 5d ago

    Caleb Flynn’s Mistress Testifies He Wanted His Wife Dead With Guest Kathy of Gossip, Rumor & Innuendo

    As testimony continues in Caleb Flynn’s murder trial, how strong is the case against the former worship pastor and American Idol contestant accused of killing his wife, Ashley? Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter welcomes Kathy from Gossip, Rumor & Innuendo to examine the latest courtroom developments, questions surrounding Flynn’s mistress, and the evidence both sides want jurors to focus on. Is the prosecution connecting the dots, or is the defense finding room for reasonable doubt? Then, Scott from Recovery Addict joins Josh to discuss today’s guilty verdict in the Tomasz Kosowski case. The Florida plastic surgeon represented himself against charges that he murdered attorney Steven Cozzi, whose body has never been recovered. We break down the evidence, Kosowski’s decision to defend himself, and what comes next as prosecutors seek the death penalty. Join us LIVE at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET on Courtroom Confidential, and bring your questions for Josh and our guests. Check out Kathy of  @gossiprumor   https://www.youtube.com/@GossipRumor/featured https://www.instagram.com/gossip_rumor_innuendo/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570395206738 Check out Scott of  @RecoveryAddict   https://www.youtube.com/c/RecoveryAddict https://x.com/RecoveryAddict2 https://www.tiktok.com/@md_recovery_addict https://www.instagram.com/md_recoveryaddict/ About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true-crime cases. Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Follow Courtroom Confidential: https://x.com/CRConfidential https://www.facebook.com/courtroomconfidential/ https://www.instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential/?hl=en Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #CalebFlynn #AshleyFlynn #CalebFlynnTrial Support the show

  5. Sep 22

    Lawyer Reacts to Patrick Clancy’s 60 Minutes Interview & Kevin Reddington's Motion to Dismiss

    Patrick Clancy is speaking out about the loss of his children, his forgiveness of Lindsay Clancy and the online accusations surrounding their family. Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter reacts to Patrick’s “60 Minutes” interview and examines the legal developments following Lindsay’s mistrial, including the motion seeking a juror investigation and the anticipated double-jeopardy challenge to a retrial. Plus, Angenette Levy joins Josh to break down the latest testimony in Caleb Flynn’s murder trial. Flynn says an intruder killed his wife, Ashley, but an investigator’s testimony about the garage door raises questions about that account. What does the crime scene establish, and how is the defense responding? Flynn has pleaded not guilty. Join Courtroom Confidential LIVE at 5pm PT / 8pm ET for analysis of the evidence, the legal arguments and what comes next. Bring your questions and join the conversation. Follow Angenette Levy!  https://www.youtube.com/@Angenette5 X: https://x.com/Angenette5 IG: https://www.instagram.com/angenette/ About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true crime cases. Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Follow Courtroom Confidential: https://x.com/CRConfidential https://www.facebook.com/courtroomconfidential/ https://www.instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential/?hl=en Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #CalebFlynn #AshleyFlynn #CalebFlynnTrial #PatrickClancy #LindsayClancy Support the show

  6. Sep 21

    Can Lindsay Clancy Stop a Retrial? Criminal Lawyer Q&A

    Can Lindsay Clancy prevent another trial, and what happens when jurors give conflicting accounts of deliberations? Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions about the Commonwealth’s options, jury selection, holdout jurors and the legal arguments that could shape what happens next. This Sunday Funday Q&A also examines Caleb Flynn’s defense and the messages discussed in opening statements, Tomasz Kosowski’s self-representation, questions about experts in Bryan Kohberger’s case, and the financial issues viewers are asking about in the d4vd and Barry Morphew cases. Plus, a guest contribution from R.J. Dreiling explores how attorneys research potential jurors. Want to ask Josh your true crime legal question for next Sunday Funday? Get your questions in before 11:59pm PT Friday! Click the tab on the right side here: https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Sunday Funday Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiteA2x_mfo3H6cFS91S0tBu600tjCeFJ&si=Afeir78gpaWnjK8K Courtroom Confidential: Live Trials: https://www.youtube.com/@CCLiveTrials Become a CC Crew member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVmA_wratr69AQdmWtRLAw/join Give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.tiktok.com/@joshuaritteresq https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the US Copyright Law. #lindsayclancy #patrickclancy #lindsayclancyjuror #calebflynn #d4vd #barrymorphew #bryankohberger #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimepodcast #legalanalysis #criminaldefense #livetrial #courtroomconfidential #evidence #selfdefense #juryselection #murder #manslaughter #bryankohberger Support the show

  7. Sep 19

    Caleb Flynn Trial Day 1: Caleb's Messages to His Mistress- Can the Defense Explain Them?

    Caleb Flynn told police an intruder killed his wife, Ashley, but prosecutors opened his murder trial with messages they say he sent to his mistress before her death. His defense acknowledges the affair while arguing that anger, betrayal and a possible motive do not prove murder. Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter examines the competing opening statements, the first day of testimony and the questions the evidence must answer. Also in this Weekly Roundup: Tomasz Kosowski challenges DNA testimony while representing himself in his murder trial, Lindsay Clancy’s holdout juror offers a competing account of deliberations, and Josh discusses the ruling on Gerhardt Konig’s request for a new trial. We close with our Hero of the Week. Follow the Caleb Flynn trial gavel to gavel on our sister channel, CC Live Trials, and subscribe to Courtroom Confidential for legal analysis of the cases making headlines. https://www.youtube.com/@CCLiveTrials About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true crime cases. Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Follow Courtroom Confidential: https://x.com/CRConfidential https://www.facebook.com/courtroomconfidential/ https://www.instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential/?hl=en Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #CalebFlynn #AshleyFlynn #CalebFlynnTrial Support the show

  8. Sep 17

    Why Won’t Nick Reiner Face the Death Penalty? A Former Prosecutor Explains

    Nick Reiner will not face the death penalty, but major questions remain about his defense and the evidence the public has yet to see. Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter joins Los Angeles Times reporter James Queally to examine the decision, potential mental-health arguments and the fight over keeping grand jury materials sealed. The episode opens with retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent and Fox News contributor James Gagliano examining the security failures alleged in Charlie Kirk’s family’s notice of claim. Later, Josh breaks down Tomasz Kosowski’s self-representation, the police-car footage and his unusual courtroom challenge involving a trash bag. 0:00 Tonight’s Cases 1:14 Welcome and Show Preview 4:00 Charlie Kirk: James Gagliano Joins Josh 14:04 Rooftop Warnings and Campus Security 23:11 Viewer Acknowledgments 24:30 Nick Reiner: Death Penalty Off the Table 35:46 Why Keep the Grand Jury Evidence Sealed? 41:29 Could d4vd Face the Death Penalty? 44:48 Viewer Acknowledgments 45:40 Tomasz Kosowski: Self-Representation and Appeals 50:44 Police-Car Video and Physical Evidence 52:48 The Trash Bag Objection 55:50 Channel News, Merch and Upcoming Coverage Where to find James Gagliano: https://x.com/JamesAGagliano https://www.instagram.com/jamesagagliano/ About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true-crime cases. Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Follow Courtroom Confidential: https://x.com/CRConfidential https://www.facebook.com/courtroomconfidential/ https://www.instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential/?hl=en Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #NickReiner #RobReiner #TylerRobinson Support the show

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Courtroom Confidential, hosted by Joshua Ritter, is your weekly rendezvous with the latest updates in headline-making criminal cases nationwide. With his background as a former L.A. County prosecutor now practicing as a criminal defense attorney, Joshua brings a unique blend of professionalism and a personal touch to the table. Join Joshua every Friday to explore the ever-developing legal landscape and gain a deeper understanding of how the legal system operates.

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  • Creator
    Joshua Ritter
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    503
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Courtroom Confidential
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