Reasonable Doubt w/ Bradley Whitford

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   E282 · 28 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 52 min

   Recall

   Today, Kara and Liza discuss the SVU episode “Recall” (Season 8, Episode 3) and investigate the horrific crimes and lack of justice involved with the case of serial rapist Melvin Carter (a.k.a. "The College Terrace Rapist"). SOURCES: CNN Seattle Post-Intelligencer Orlando Sentinel WIS News 10 The Seattle Times Long Beach Press-Telegram The Mercury News The New York Times SFGATE 13WHAM ABC Rochester Division of Criminal Justice Services - New York State Country of Livingston, New York The Daily News WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: We're told eyewitness testimony isn't reliable. But new…

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   E281 · 21 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 17 min

   Redemption in Her Corner

   This week, Liza and Kara recap the episode “Redemption in Her Corner” (Season 21, Episode 13) and discuss the case involving Jamill Jones fatally one-punching Sandor Szabo. SOURCES: The New York State Senate 1 The New York State Senate 2 True Crime News PIX11 News ESPN People The News & Observer Los Angeles Times The New York Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: YWCA USA Next week’s episode will be “Recall" (Season 8, Episode 3). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu See omnystudio.com/listener for…

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   E280 · 14 Apr 2026 · 2 hr 14 min

   Deadly Ambition w/ Carolyn McCormick

   Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Deadly Ambition” (Season 14, Episode 15) and the confounding Tracy Roberson case. Plus, they have a lovely chat with the iconic Carolyn McCormick. SOURCES: NBC News ABC News ABC7 Amarillo Court Of Appeals Second District Of Texas Fort Worth Fort Worth Star-Telegram WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: The Mental Health Coalition Next week’s episode will be “Redemption in Her Corner” (Season 21, Episode 13). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu See…

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   E279 · 7 Apr 2026 · 2 hr 3 min

   Father Dearest w/ Eric Close

   This week, Liza and Kara break down the SVU episode, “Father Dearest” (Season 13, Episode 20) and discuss the real-life story of prolific sperm donor Ben Seisler. Plus, they interview the delightful Eric Close. SOURCES: Daily Mail Salon Wikipedia - Genetic sexual attraction Wikipedia - Westermarck effect ABC7 Time Center for Genetics and Society WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Families Rising Next week’s episode will be “Deadly Ambition” (Season 14, Episode 15). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link:…

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   E278 · 31 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 49 min

   Great Expectations w/ Lincoln Melcher

   Today, Kara and Liza discuss the hockey-related episode “Great Expectations” (Season 18, Episode 11) and investigate the case of Thomas Junta murdering another hockey Dad at a children’s pickup game. Plus, they chat with the wonderful Lincoln Melcher. SOURCES: The New York Times CNN NBC Sports Telegram & Gazette CBS News WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Hockey Diversity Alliance Next week’s episode will be “Father Dearest” (Season 13, Episode 20). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu See…

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   E276 · 17 Mar 2026 · 2 hr 12 min

   Hothouse w/ Aya Cash

   Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Hothouse” (Season 10, Episode 12) and the disturbing real-life murder of teenager Kirsten Costas. Plus, they have a lovely chat with the wonderful Aya Cash (The Boys, You're the Worst). SOURCES: Los Angeles Times The New York Times Time United Press International WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: SAMHSA’s National Helpline Next week’s episode will be “Reasonable Doubt” (Season 15, Episode 22). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu See…

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   E275 · 10 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 58 min

   Sophomore Jinx w/ Lothaire Bluteau

   This week, Liza and Kara go way back to season one to cover the episode, “Sophomore Jinx” (Season 1, Episode 6). They also discuss the date rape case of Katie Koestner and her ongoing legacy. Plus, they interview the talented Lothaire Bluteau. SOURCES: Wikipedia - Murder of Jeanne Clery Wikipedia - Katie Koestner Time 1 Time 2 katiekoestner.com The Flat Hat BBC The Daily Item WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Take Back the Night Next week’s episode will be “Hothouse” (Season 10, Episode 12). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at…

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   E274 · 3 Mar 2026 · 2 hr 24 min

   Cold w/ Judith McCreary

   Today, Kara and Liza discuss the episode “Cold” (Season 9, Episode 19) and investigate the case of Gerard Schaefer a.k.a. "The Killer Cop." Plus, they chat with the prolific writer of this very SVU episode, the amazing Judith McCreary. SOURCES: ABC 13 The New York Times Tampa Bay Times Vidocq Society Police1 CBS News MinnPost KIRO 7 Medium WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Vidocq Society Next week’s episode will be “Sophomore Jinx” (Season 1, Episode 6). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu See…

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   E273 · 24 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 53 min

   Pursuit

   In this episode, Liza and Kara recap “Pursuit” (Season 12, Episode 17). Plus, they discuss the phenomenon of To Catch a Predator and the prolific serial killer Gary Ridgway a.k.a. "The Green River Killer." SOURCES: Wikipedia - To Catch a Predator Wikipedia - Gary Ridgway ABC News The Washington Post all that’s interesting The New York Times People WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: Predators (2025) Next week’s episode will be “Cold" (Season 9, Episode 19). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hqu See…

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    E272 · 17 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 11 min

    Let Me Bring Pardon

    Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Let Me Bring Pardon” (Season 26, Episode 16). Plus, they discuss the disgusting crimes perpetrated by Nathan Sutherland at the Hacienda HealthCare facility. SOURCES: Vice NBC News ABC World News The Arizona Republic The Independent Slate Wikipedia - Hacienda HealthCare sexual abuse case WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO: How Sexual Assault First Aid Revolutionizes Prevention Next week’s episode will be “Pursuit” (Season 12, Episode 17). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link:…