Real Life Real Crime
Real Life Real Crime

Real Life Real Crime

Real Life Real Crime Productions

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Twisted, gruesome, sometimes funny, but always true: Real Life Real Crime is a multi-award-winning weekly true crime podcast hosted by Woody Overton. Known for his appearances on Dateline, Woody takes listeners on deep dives into cases he has personally worked, offering a unique and exclusive perspective that only he can share. His extensive knowledge from real cases, along with his captivating storytelling ability, has led to what the news media and loyal fans describe as a “cult following.”

In addition to “Real Life Real Crime,” Woody is dedicated to solving cold cases and actively works with families seeking justice and closure. His commitment to these efforts is reflected in his development of new projects, including "#JusticeFor", highlighting the importance of advocacy in the true crime community, and dives into intense tales in “Scorched,” which examines cases of severe miscarriages of justice while offering insights into the complexities of the legal system. In addition Woody hosts “True Crime Time For,” which is co-hosted by his wife, Cyndi Overton. Together, they explore intriguing stories, bringing their unique dynamic to the table. Join Woody and Cyndi on this riveting journey as they uncover the truth behind real-life crime.

Recent Episodes

Scorched : State v Peterson part 34
APR 5, 2025
Scorched : State v Peterson part 34

This episode of Real Life Real Crime, Scorched: State v Peterson, delves into the ongoing trial of Scott Peterson, focusing on character witnesses and their testimonies regarding his background, family dynamics, and the impact of his actions on those around him. The conversation explores the perspectives of various family members, highlighting their memories and experiences with Scott, as well as their views on the trial and its implications for justice.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Case

03:06 Character Witnesses and Their Testimonies

06:01 Rachel Latham's Background and Family Dynamics

08:59 Scott Peterson's Early Life and Family Relationships

11:57 Interactions with Family and Friends

14:51 Scott's Influence on Others

17:49 The Impact of the Trial on Family

20:48 Robert Latham's Perspective

24:09 Family History and Childhood Experiences

27:07 Reconnecting with Scott as Adults

30:05 Lita Latham's Memories of Scott

32:59 Final Thoughts on Scott's Character

35:57 Conclusion and Call to Action

Scott Peterson, Laci Peterson, trial, character witnesses, family dynamics, crime podcast, real life real crime, justice, testimonies, legal rights, family history, duct tape, death row, character witness, justice served, death row

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Justice For Hailey: Call To Action
APR 4, 2025
Justice For Hailey: Call To Action

This is the most important episode of the #JusticeForHailey. Listen as Woody, Mrs. Barbara, Stella and Tyler review the facts of the case and end with a call to action for LIFERS! Woody Overton and Hailey's family discuss the tragic case of Hailey, emphasizing the need for justice and the importance of community involvement. They explore the events leading to her death, the investigation's missteps, and the role of circumstantial evidence. The conversation highlights the suspect's behavior post-incident and the critical findings from the autopsy. The episode culminates in a call to action for listeners to advocate for Hailey by contacting authorities and pushing for a grand jury presentation.

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#JusticeForHailey Contact Hub

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Call to Action

01:52 The Day of the Incident

05:05 Investigation Missteps

07:56 Circumstantial Evidence and Its Implications

11:13 Behavior of the Suspect

13:52 The Aftermath and Investigation Challenges

16:54 The Role of the Medical Examiner

20:07 Final Thoughts and Next Steps

28:49 The Grand Jury Dilemma

30:08 Pathology and Homicide Evidence

31:56 The Role of Polygraph Tests

34:00 Reconstructing the Crime Scene

35:49 The Shift in Prosecution Strategy

37:57 Call to Action for Justice

39:55 Community Support and Awareness

42:06 Engaging the Media for Justice

43:46 Final Thoughts and Next Steps


justice, Hailey, crime, podcast, investigation, circumstantial evidence, public pressure, true crime, community, advocacy, justiceforhailey, justiceforcourtney, death row, take it to trial, Brooks Cleary, murderer, not suicide

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Media

WSBTV 2—-Main Phone—--404-897-7000

Channel 2 Action Newsroom—-404-897-6276

Michelle Newell-Cobb County Bureau Chief—-470-869-6105

Fox 5—Main Phone—-404-875-5555

Fox 5 Newsroom—-404-898-0100

Eric—-404-376-9828

Reporter ---- 404-625-1791

11Alive—-Phone—-404-873-9101

Text —-404-885-7600

Reporter ----470-510-0459

Atlanta News First—-Main phone—- 404-325-4646

Newsroom—-494-327-3200

Text—-470-777-9263 (WANF)

Reporter Ciara Cummings

Ciara.cummings@wanf.com

Atlanta Journal-Constitution 

communitynews@ajc.com

Rose.Ciotta@ajc.com

Brad.Schrade@ajc.com

Georgia GPB

404-685-2400

Detective/ DA Contact Information

Marietta Police Department 

770-794-5300 Front Desk

770-499-3911

770-794-5334

Detective Nudi - Lead Detective on Hailey’s case

404-901-2643 Mobile

770-794-2365 Work

jnudi@mariettaga.gov

David Collins - Investigative Lt (Det Nudi’s supervisor)

770-794-5373

dcollins@mariettaga.gov

David Beam -Chief of Police

dbeam@mariettaga.gov

Cobb County DA—New DA is Sonya Allen, Previous DA Flynn Broady

770-528-3080

cobbdistrictattorney@cobbcounty.org

Stephanie Green - Senior Asst DA (Prosecutor in Hailey’s case)

770-528-3023

Stephanie.Green@cobbcounty.org

Cindy Bard -Victim’s Advocate/Assistant to Stephanie Green

770-528-2096

404-542-7306

Cindy.Bard@cobbcounty.org

Jared Horowitz - Prosecuting team on Hailey’s case 

Jared.Horowitz@cobbcounty.org

Cobb County Superior Court 

770-528-1800

Brian Phillips - Judge Marbutt’s Assistant

770-528-1849

Judge Marbutt is the judge on her case






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58 MIN
True Crime Time for April 3, 2025 |  10-Year-Old Survives Home Invasion, Karen Read Retrial Fallout, and Suspicious Burned Evidence in Missing Girl Case
APR 3, 2025
True Crime Time for April 3, 2025 | 10-Year-Old Survives Home Invasion, Karen Read Retrial Fallout, and Suspicious Burned Evidence in Missing Girl Case

In this episode of True Crime Time For, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton delve into several harrowing true crime stories, including a heroic young girl who survived a brutal home invasion, a shocking incident at the Wisconsin State Fair, and the tragic negligence of a mother leading to her child's death. They also discuss the mysterious disappearance of a 12-year-old girl and the retrial of a woman accused of killing her police officer boyfriend. The episode concludes with a call to action for justice in ongoing cases.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to True Crime Time

01:22 Heroic Resilience: The Houston Home Invasion

05:43 Cultural Differences: Louisiana vs. Wisconsin

07:52 Wisconsin State Fair Incident: A Shocking Betrayal

15:07 Family Matters: A Tragic Case of Negligence

23:21 The Disappearance of Madelina: A Disturbing Timeline

28:46 Karen Reed's Retrial: A Controversial Case

37:31 Call to Action: Justice for Hailey

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40 MIN
True Crime Time for April 2, 2025 |  Gerhardt Konig Update, Babysitter Stabs Child, Casey Anthony Becomes Legal Advocate
APR 2, 2025
True Crime Time for April 2, 2025 | Gerhardt Konig Update, Babysitter Stabs Child, Casey Anthony Becomes Legal Advocate

In this episode of True Crime Time, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton delve into several gripping true crime stories, including the shocking case of a Hawaii doctor, Gerhardt Konig, accused of attempting to murder his wife, Arielle Konig, a tragic stabbing incident by Marketta Phillips in Las Vegas, and the shooting of two Virginia deputies. They also discuss the controversial return of Casey Anthony to the public eye as a self-proclaimed legal advocate, and the ongoing fascination with true crime stories in the media.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to True Crime Time

01:46 The Hawaii Doctor's Attempted Murder Case

08:44 Discussion on Domestic Violence and Legal Defense

14:03 The Tragic Case of Marquita Phillips

17:38 Law Enforcement Challenges and Shootouts

19:24 Incident at the Truck Stop

25:22 Law Enforcement Protocols and Challenges

30:09 Casey Anthony's Controversial Comeback

38:18 True Crime Trends and Public Fascination

True Crime, Hawaii Doctor, Domestic Violence, Las Vegas Stabbing, Virginia Shooting, Casey Anthony, Storage Locker Murders, Crime News, Gerhardt Konig, Arielle Konig, Greenville Mississippi, al creath, mortician, Louisiana funeral services, Marketta Phillips, Nevada, stabbed, stabbing

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44 MIN
True Crime Time for April 1, 2025|  Luigi Mangione Update, YouTuber Abuses Dog on Camera, Bryan Kohberger Update
APR 1, 2025
True Crime Time for April 1, 2025| Luigi Mangione Update, YouTuber Abuses Dog on Camera, Bryan Kohberger Update

In this episode of True Crime Time For April 1, 2025, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton delve into various true crime stories, including the case of Luigi Mangione, a stabbing incident in Amsterdam, police misconduct, and bizarre criminal cases involving beastiality and funeral home scandals. They also discuss the ongoing case of Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students, and the implications of his criminology background on the trial.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to True Crime Time

03:05 The Case of Luigi Mangione

05:57 Worldwide Crime: Stabbing in the Netherlands

12:01 Bizarre Crimes: Animal Abuse and OnlyFans

17:55 Inappropriate Behavior in Law Enforcement

19:24 Allegations Against Chief Farley

25:54 F'd Up Professional: Funeral Home Scandal

32:06 The Bryan Kohberger Case: New Developments

44:24 Closing Thoughts and Future Trials

true crime, Luigi Mangione, Amsterdam stabbing, police misconduct, funeral home scandal, beastiality, Bryan Kohberger, criminal justice, crime news, criminal cases, 10 year old hero, Babysitter Stabs Toddler, YouTuber Abuses Dog on Camera, Girl Survives Family Execution Plot


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44 MIN