Trial Watchers

Trial Watchers LLC
  • 2.3 (6)
  • TRUE CRIME
  • UPDATED MONTHLY

The Trial Watchers podcast is a show about true crime fans, for true crime fans! Co-hosts Mike Petchenik and Melissa Gordon will bring you stories of passionate trial watchers and learn why they're so into the genre. Melissa was first sucked into Alex Murdaugh case after traveling to the low country with a friend to shoot some photos for a coffee table book. Melissa's chance encounter with court clerk Becky Hill led to a roller coaster relationship that resulted in a tell-all book that went viral for all the wrong reasons. Melissa, her husband Neil, and Mike collaborated with other trial watchers to write a book by the same name. To learn more visit:  www.trialwatchers.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

Episodes

  1. 07/26/2025 · BONUS

    BONUS EPISODE: Trial Watchers Docuseries Chat!

    On this bonus episode, Mike and Neil chat about the release of our 5-part docuseries. From two sisters seeking justice for their father, to an ex-con roving the country giving his YouTube subscribers a front-row seat to trials, the series explores our fascination with true crime. To watch: Prime Video (TV On Demand) Fawesome TV (Ad-supported) Fubo TV Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    23 min

  2. 11/07/2024 · BONUS

    Audio Extra: "Covering Criminals In Court"

    In this special audio extra, Trial Watchers co-creator Mike Petchenik takes you behind some of the high-profile cases he covered in his career.  He also introduces you to some avid trial watchers he encountered along the way. To learn more, visit www.trialwatchers.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    14 min

  3. 10/24/2024

    Episode 4: Super True Crime Fans Part 2

    Lori and Christina are super true crime fans who attend high-profile trials in person. This year alone, they've traveled to Chad Daybell's trial in Idaho, Alec Baldwin's New Mexico trial, and they're heading to Indiana this week for the Delphi murder trial. The Trial Watchers team met both women at CrimeCon 2024 in Nashville last Spring. In part 2 of our discussion, the ladies discuss why they're so passionate about true crime. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    29 min

  4. 10/17/2024

    Episode 4: Super True Crime Fans Part 1

    Lori and Christina are super true crime fans who attend high-profile trials in person. This year alone, they've traveled to Chad Daybell's trial in Idaho, Alec Baldwin's New Mexico trial, and they're heading to Indiana this week for the Delphi murder trial. The Trial Watchers team met both women at CrimeCon 2024 in Nashville last Spring. In part 1 of our discussion, the ladies discuss the ins and outs of attending high-profile trials in their spare time. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    29 min

  5. 09/20/2024

    Episode 3: The Long Road To Justice Part 2 (Murdaugh Juror Amie Williams)

    On this episode, Alex Murdaugh juror Amie Williams and her co-author, Shana Hirsch, join Melissa and Mike to discuss their new book:  "The Long Road To Justice:  Unraveling Alex Murdaugh's Tangled Web." In Part 2 of our conversation, Amie dishes her thoughts on when Murdaugh took the stand, jury deliberations, and her reaction to other jurors claiming they felt "pressured" to vote a certain way. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    32 min

  6. 09/19/2024

    Episode 3: The Long Road To Justice Part 1 (Murdaugh Juror Amie Williams)

    On this episode, Alex Murdaugh juror Amie Williams and her co-author, Shana Hirsch, join Melissa and Mike to discuss their new book:  "The Long Road To Justice:  Unraveling Alex Murdaugh's Tangled Web." In Part 1 of our conversation, Amie discusses what it was like serving on the jury, her visit to Moselle, and key testimony that convinced her Murdaugh was guilty of murdering his wife and son. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    22 min

  7. 09/05/2024

    Episode 2: Scott Peterson's Death Row Confession?

    Former public defender-turned-author Donna Thomas is our guest. In her controversial book, "I'm Sorry I lied to You, The Confession of Scott Peterson," she claims the convicted killer confessed to her that he murdered Laci Peterson. She's a timely guest in light of two different docuseries now out on Netflix and Peacock on the 20th Anniversary of the murder, and the LA Innocence Project's attempts at getting Peterson a new trial. Donna takes us inside San Quentin and shares nuggets about Peterson and the case you won't hear anywhere else. www.trialwatchers.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    50 min

  8. 08/28/2024 · BONUS

    Audio Extra: Previewing Docuseries Episode 1: "OMG Becky!"

    Neil Gordon and his wife, Melissa are giving you a behind-the-scenes preview of the first episode of the Trial Watchers new docuseries, "Oh My God Becky." The episode takes you through the tense few months after Alex Murdaugh's attorneys put Neil's book in their crosshairs and accused former Colleton County Clerk, Becky Hill, of jury tampering. The episode will premiere August 29th at 8PM EST. Sign up for the "Trial Watchers Crew" for FREE to watch it at www.trialwatchers.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    17 min

  9. 08/08/2024 · BONUS

    Audio Extra: "True Crime and Social Media"

    In this chapter from our book, "Trial Watchers:  Why We're Obsessed With True Crime, From OJ and Casey to The 'Miss Becky' and Murdaugh Drama," we hear from Dr. Pamela Rutledge, one of the preeminent media psychologists in the United States. For more content, and to order the book, visit www.trialwatchers.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    12 min

  10. 08/01/2024

    Episode 1: Becky Boo, Dr. Phil, and CrimeCon Oh My!

    In our inaugural episode of the podcast, Mike Petchenik interviews his co-creators, Neil and Melissa Gordon about their tense relationship with now former embattled Murdaugh murder trial clerk, Becky Hill, their trip to be on "Dr. Phil Primetime," and about CrimeCon 2024. For more great true crime content, visit: www.patreon.com/TheTrialWatchersCrew To order their new book, visit:  www.trialwatchers.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

    1 hr
  • 10 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

2.3
out of 5
6 Ratings

About

The Trial Watchers podcast is a show about true crime fans, for true crime fans! Co-hosts Mike Petchenik and Melissa Gordon will bring you stories of passionate trial watchers and learn why they're so into the genre. Melissa was first sucked into Alex Murdaugh case after traveling to the low country with a friend to shoot some photos for a coffee table book. Melissa's chance encounter with court clerk Becky Hill led to a roller coaster relationship that resulted in a tell-all book that went viral for all the wrong reasons. Melissa, her husband Neil, and Mike collaborated with other trial watchers to write a book by the same name. To learn more visit:  www.trialwatchers.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trial-watchers--6246317/support.

Information

  • Creator
    Trial Watchers LLC
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Trial Watchers LLC 2024
  • Show Website
    Trial Watchers