<![CDATA[Crime Girl]]>6c2db0e3-b0ff-5eb3-9c8f-1434abbf781bWed, 20 May 2026 16:45:26 +0000Captivate.fmGrace Taylor Segalhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/3ea3c619-611b-43cf-a034-ba59db70d9bd/r2yKwhrBerygSiXUEhGy4oev.jpgCrime GirlGrace Taylor SegalGrace Taylor SegalWelcome to Crime Girl, where I talk about the true crime cases that I just can’t forget. I’m Grace Taylor Segal—your host, your fellow armchair detective, and someone who’s been fascinated (and frankly outraged) by these stories for as long as I can remember. This podcast isn’t about cracking cases or breaking news. It’s about two things that keep me coming back to these stories: 1. A passionate desire to see justice done. 2. An endless curiosity about why anyone could actually kill—and how they could believe they’d get away with it. Every week, I’ll walk you through a case that has me obsessed. We’ll lay out the facts, revisit the twists and turns, and then I’ll share my take—why the case sticks with me, and what I think about the murder, the perpetrator, the victim, the family, law enforcement, the crime itself, the trial details and the aftermath, including and especially whether or not justice was done. We’ll talk about infamous cases like O.J. Simpson, Robert Durst, Scott Peterson, and Jeffrey MacDonald, as well as lesser-known stories that deserve discussion. I’m not a detective, but I am a lifelong student of true crime—and I can’t stop asking “why?” If you’ve ever found yourself yelling at the TV during a trial, shaking your head at the audacity of a killer, or just needing someone to talk to about these cases, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into the crimes that haunt us—and keep the quest for justice alive.https://crime-girl.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastCrime Girl_Season 1-Episode 5-Kouri RichinsCrime Girl_Season 1-Episode 5-Kouri RichinsCrime Girl -

In this episode of the Crime Girl podcast, your host, Grace, aka Crime Girl, dives deep into one of the most disturbing and psychologically fascinating true crime cases in recent memory — the case of Kouri Richins, the Utah mother and children’s book author convicted of murdering her husband, Eric Richins, with fentanyl.

What began as the tragic death of a young husband and father slowly unraveled into something far darker. Prosecutors alleged financial desperation, manipulation, secret debt, an earlier poisoning attempt, and a carefully managed public image that hid an entirely different reality behind the scenes.

And then there was the children’s book.

Grace also discusses the emotional impact of watching Kouri Richins’s sentencing hearing, including Kouri’s courtroom behavior, her lengthy statement to her sons, and the heartbreaking victim impact statements from Eric’s family.

This episode contains discussion of murder, poisoning, grief, manipulation, and family trauma.

In This Episode

  • The seemingly perfect life Eric and Kouri Richins presented publicly
  • The financial problems prosecutors said were threatening the marriage
  • The alleged Valentine’s Day poisoning incident
  • How investigators discovered Eric had massive amounts of fentanyl in his system
  • The infamous “Michael Jackson stuff” text messages
  • Kouri’s boyfriend and why prosecutors believed the relationship mattered
  • Testimony from Kouri’s longtime best friend, Chelsea Barney
  • The children’s grief book that shocked the public
  • The prosecution’s theory of manipulation and performance
  • Kouri Richins’s conviction and sentencing
  • Grace’s personal thoughts after watching the sentencing hearing


Mentioned in This Episode

  • Are You With Me? by Kouri Richins (Doesn't seem to be available for purchase now--for obvious reasons.)
  • Eric Richins
  • Chelsea Barney
  • Katie Richins-Benson
  • The Kouri Richins sentencing hearing
  • Fentanyl toxicology evidence

Connect with Crime Girl

Email Grace:

gracesegal@gmail.com

Follow & Connect:

Facebook: Crime Girl Podcast

Instagram: @gracesegal

YouTube: Crime Girl with Grace Segal


To Leave a Review

On Apple Podcasts

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  • Open the Apple Podcasts app.
  • Search for Crime Girl.
  • Select the podcast show page (not an individual episode).
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Thank you so much for taking the time to review the show!


Credits

Crime Girl is hosted by Grace Taylor Segal.



Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Crime Girl

02:10 The public image of the Richins family

07:15 Financial trouble and marital strain

11:20 The alleged Valentine’s Day poisoning incident

15:40 Eric Richins’s death and toxicology findings

21:05 “The Michael Jackson stuff” text messages

24:30 Kouri’s boyfriend and prosecution motive theory

28:15 Chelsea Barney’s testimony

32:40 The children’s book and public reaction

38:10 The trial and guilty verdict

43:50 The sentencing hearing and Grace’s reaction

50:20 Final thoughts and My Take

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Hey, my dear True Crime Friends! It's me, Grace! I just want to thank you for listening. I hope you’ll let me know what you think about the podcast and if any particular episodes resonate with you.

Listed just below here is my contact information and the social channels where you can find me. Don’t hesitate to get in touch…I would love to hear from you. 

Contact Info

Grace Taylor Segal

Email: grace@gracetaylorsegal.com

Facebook Page here

Instagram - @crimegirl_pod

Website here


Please leave a review if you like the show! Here's how:

On Apple Podcasts (Just follow these steps)

•          Open the Apple Podcasts app. 

•          Search for the podcast you want to review. 

•          Select the podcast show page (not an individual episode). 

•          Scroll to the bottom of the page. 

•          Click "Write a Review". 

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the show!

 

Timestamps

]]>Crime Girl -

In this episode of the Crime Girl podcast, your host, Grace, aka Crime Girl, dives deep into one of the most disturbing and psychologically fascinating true crime cases in recent memory — the case of Kouri Richins, the Utah mother and children’s book author convicted of murdering her husband, Eric Richins, with fentanyl.

What began as the tragic death of a young husband and father slowly unraveled into something far darker. Prosecutors alleged financial desperation, manipulation, secret debt, an earlier poisoning attempt, and a carefully managed public image that hid an entirely different reality behind the scenes.

And then there was the children’s book.

Grace also discusses the emotional impact of watching Kouri Richins’s sentencing hearing, including Kouri’s courtroom behavior, her lengthy statement to her sons, and the heartbreaking victim impact statements from Eric’s family.

This episode contains discussion of murder, poisoning, grief, manipulation, and family trauma.

In This Episode

  • The seemingly perfect life Eric and Kouri Richins presented publicly
  • The financial problems prosecutors said were threatening the marriage
  • The alleged Valentine’s Day poisoning incident
  • How investigators discovered Eric had massive amounts of fentanyl in his system
  • The infamous “Michael Jackson stuff” text messages
  • Kouri’s boyfriend and why prosecutors believed the relationship mattered
  • Testimony from Kouri’s longtime best friend, Chelsea Barney
  • The children’s grief book that shocked the public
  • The prosecution’s theory of manipulation and performance
  • Kouri Richins’s conviction and sentencing
  • Grace’s personal thoughts after watching the sentencing hearing


Mentioned in This Episode

  • Are You With Me? by Kouri Richins (Doesn't seem to be available for purchase now--for obvious reasons.)
  • Eric Richins
  • Chelsea Barney
  • Katie Richins-Benson
  • The Kouri Richins sentencing hearing
  • Fentanyl toxicology evidence

Connect with Crime Girl

Email Grace:

gracesegal@gmail.com

Follow & Connect:

Facebook: Crime Girl Podcast

Instagram: @gracesegal

YouTube: Crime Girl with Grace Segal


To Leave a Review

On Apple Podcasts

(no link is available — here are the steps)

  • Open the Apple Podcasts app.
  • Search for Crime Girl.
  • Select the podcast show page (not an individual episode).
  • Scroll to the bottom of the page.
  • Click “Write a Review”

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the show!


Credits

Crime Girl is hosted by Grace Taylor Segal.



Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Crime Girl

02:10 The public image of the Richins family

07:15 Financial trouble and marital strain

11:20 The alleged Valentine’s Day poisoning incident

15:40 Eric Richins’s death and toxicology findings

21:05 “The Michael Jackson stuff” text messages

24:30 Kouri’s boyfriend and prosecution motive theory

28:15 Chelsea Barney’s testimony

32:40 The children’s book and public reaction

38:10 The trial and guilty verdict

43:50 The sentencing hearing and Grace’s reaction

50:20 Final thoughts and My Take

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Hey, my dear True Crime Friends! It's me, Grace! I just want to thank you for listening. I hope you’ll let me know what you think about the podcast and if any particular episodes resonate with you.

Listed just below here is my contact information and the social channels where you can find me. Don’t hesitate to get in touch…I would love to hear from you. 

Contact Info

Grace Taylor Segal

Email: grace@gracetaylorsegal.com

Facebook Page here

Instagram - @crimegirl_pod

Website here


Please leave a review if you like the show! Here's how:

On Apple Podcasts (Just follow these steps)

•          Open the Apple Podcasts app. 

•          Search for the podcast you want to review. 

•          Select the podcast show page (not an individual episode). 

•          Scroll to the bottom of the page. 

•          Click "Write a Review". 

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the show!

 

Timestamps

]]>d15c6edb-1564-4c07-a84f-cd54aebf9b08Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:00 -070037:02falsefull1551Crime Girl - The Chilling Case of Dan Markel and the Adelson Family ConspiracyCrime Girl - The Chilling Case of Dan Markel and the Adelson Family ConspiracyCrime Girl - The Chilling Case of Dan Markel: A Tale of Family, Murder, and Justice

In this episode, your host and resident Crime Girl, Grace, dives into the haunting murder case of Dan Markel, a brilliant criminal law professor, whose life was tragically cut short in 2014.

What began as a typical post-divorce custody battle between Dan and his ex-wife, Wendi Adelson, spiraled into a decade-long murder and conspiracy investigation involving the Adelson family.

Grace details the intricate conspiracy that led to Dan's death, including the involvement of Wendy's brother Charlie, their mother Donna, and other accomplices.

The episode explores the courtroom drama, the strategic police work, and the devastating impact on the lives of those left behind.

Grace emphasizes the importance of diligent investigation and the power of circumstantial evidence, as well as the broader implications of this case on law and justice.

Join her as she unravels this dark tale that underscores the chilling lengths some will go to get what they want.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Hey, my dear True Crime Friends! It's me, Grace! I just want to thank you for listening. I hope you’ll let me know what you think about the podcast and if any particular episodes resonate with you.

Listed just below here is my contact information and the social channels where you can find me. Don’t hesitate to get in touch…I would love to hear from you. 

Contact Info

Grace Taylor Segal

Email: grace@gracetaylorsegal.com

Facebook Page here

Instagram - @crimegirl_pod

Website here

Please leave a review if you like the show! Here's how:

On Apple Podcasts (Just follow these steps)

•          Open the Apple Podcasts app. 

•          Search for the podcast you want to review. 

•          Select the podcast show page (not an individual episode). 

•          Scroll to the bottom of the page. 

•          Click "Write a Review". 

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the show! See you next time on Crime Girl!

 

Timestamps

]]>Crime Girl - The Chilling Case of Dan Markel: A Tale of Family, Murder, and Justice

In this episode, your host and resident Crime Girl, Grace, dives into the haunting murder case of Dan Markel, a brilliant criminal law professor, whose life was tragically cut short in 2014.

What began as a typical post-divorce custody battle between Dan and his ex-wife, Wendi Adelson, spiraled into a decade-long murder and conspiracy investigation involving the Adelson family.

Grace details the intricate conspiracy that led to Dan's death, including the involvement of Wendy's brother Charlie, their mother Donna, and other accomplices.

The episode explores the courtroom drama, the strategic police work, and the devastating impact on the lives of those left behind.

Grace emphasizes the importance of diligent investigation and the power of circumstantial evidence, as well as the broader implications of this case on law and justice.

Join her as she unravels this dark tale that underscores the chilling lengths some will go to get what they want.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Hey, my dear True Crime Friends! It's me, Grace! I just want to thank you for listening. I hope you’ll let me know what you think about the podcast and if any particular episodes resonate with you.

Listed just below here is my contact information and the social channels where you can find me. Don’t hesitate to get in touch…I would love to hear from you. 

Contact Info

Grace Taylor Segal

Email: grace@gracetaylorsegal.com

Facebook Page here

Instagram - @crimegirl_pod

Website here

Please leave a review if you like the show! Here's how:

On Apple Podcasts (Just follow these steps)

•          Open the Apple Podcasts app. 

•          Search for the podcast you want to review. 

•          Select the podcast show page (not an individual episode). 

•          Scroll to the bottom of the page. 

•          Click "Write a Review". 

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the show! See you next time on Crime Girl!

 

Timestamps

]]>8bceaedf-6e1c-47f6-82f1-bee47b9f3d4eFri, 19 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -070051:11falsefull1331Crime Girl - Death by Smoothie, the James Craig CaseCrime Girl - Death by Smoothie, the James Craig CaseCrime Girl - Death by Smoothie, the James Craig Case

In this second episode of the Crime Girl podcast, your host, Grace, aka Crime Girl, delves into the harrowing true crime story of James Craig, a Colorado dentist who poisoned his wife, Angela, leading to her tragic death.

Grace discusses the details of the case, including James' financial troubles, affairs, and the digital evidence that sealed his fate.

The episode highlights the family's heartbreak and the investigator's relentless pursuit of justice, ultimately resulting in a life sentence for James Craig.

Grace emphasizes the cold-blooded nature of the crime and the importance of remembering Angela's legacy.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Hey, my dear True Crime Friends! It's me, Grace! I just want to thank you for listening. I hope you’ll let me know what you think about the podcast and if any particular episodes resonate with you.

Listed just below here is my contact information and the social channels where you can find me. Don’t hesitate to get in touch…I would love to hear from you. 

Contact Info

Grace Taylor Segal

Email: grace@gracetaylorsegal.com

Facebook Page here

Instagram @crimegirl_pod

Website here

***Please leave a review if you like the show!

On Apple Podcasts (just follow these steps)

•   Open the Apple Podcasts app. 

•   Search for the podcast you want to review. 

•   Select the podcast show page (not an individual episode). 

•   Scroll to the bottom of the page. 

•   Click "Write a Review". 

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the show! It means a lot to me. See you next time on Crime Girl.

 

Timestamps

]]>Crime Girl - Death by Smoothie, the James Craig Case

In this second episode of the Crime Girl podcast, your host, Grace, aka Crime Girl, delves into the harrowing true crime story of James Craig, a Colorado dentist who poisoned his wife, Angela, leading to her tragic death.

Grace discusses the details of the case, including James' financial troubles, affairs, and the digital evidence that sealed his fate.

The episode highlights the family's heartbreak and the investigator's relentless pursuit of justice, ultimately resulting in a life sentence for James Craig.

Grace emphasizes the cold-blooded nature of the crime and the importance of remembering Angela's legacy.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Hey, my dear True Crime Friends! It's me, Grace! I just want to thank you for listening. I hope you’ll let me know what you think about the podcast and if any particular episodes resonate with you.

Listed just below here is my contact information and the social channels where you can find me. Don’t hesitate to get in touch…I would love to hear from you. 

Contact Info

Grace Taylor Segal

Email: grace@gracetaylorsegal.com

Facebook Page here

Instagram @crimegirl_pod

Website here

***Please leave a review if you like the show!

On Apple Podcasts (just follow these steps)

•   Open the Apple Podcasts app. 

•   Search for the podcast you want to review. 

•   Select the podcast show page (not an individual episode). 

•   Scroll to the bottom of the page. 

•   Click "Write a Review". 

 

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the show! It means a lot to me. See you next time on Crime Girl.

 

Timestamps

]]>01074e87-6c11-4956-9751-7436d50dc80fFri, 19 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -070012:58falsefull1221Crime Girl_S1_Ep1_The Defense Never RestsCrime Girl_S1_Ep1_The Defense Never RestsCrime Girl_S1_Ep1_The Defense Never Rests

In the inaugural episode of the Crime Girl podcast, your host Grace Taylor Segal delves into the intriguing career of F. Lee Bailey, a controversial yet brilliant criminal defense lawyer.

Bailey's high-profile cases, such as those involving Albert DeSalvo (the Boston Strangler), Sam Shepherd, and Carl Coppolino, are explored in detail.

The episode covers Bailey's courtroom tactics, the media's impact on justice, and his unwavering commitment to providing a defense for all, even the most notorious figures.

Join Grace as she uncovers the complexities and ethical dilemmas within these monumental cases.

References

If you want to dive deeper into the cases we talked about in this episode, here are some classic books, films, and TV shows that explore these crimes and the incredible legal mind of F. Lee Bailey:


The Boston Strangler – Albert DeSalvo (and George Nassar)





  • The Boston Strangler by Gerold Frank – Pulitzer Prize–winning book on the murders that terrorized Boston.


  • Confessions of the Boston Strangler by Richard P. Candela – explores the doubts about DeSalvo’s guilt and the shadow of George Nassar.


  • The Strangler by Susan Kelly – argues that DeSalvo may not have committed all of the killings.


  • Films: The Boston Strangler (1968) starring Tony Curtis and Henry Fonda; Boston Strangler (2023) on Hulu.


  • Documentaries: Crimes of the Century: The Boston Strangler (CNN), The Boston Strangler: The Untold Story (2008).






Dr. Sam Sheppard – The Case That Inspired The Fugitive





  • Endure and Conquer: The Story of Dr. Sam Sheppard by F. Lee Bailey and Harvey Aronson – Bailey’s own account of the retrial.


  • Mockery of Justice by Cynthia L. Cooper – a deep dive into the case and how justice was nearly lost.


  • Films/TV: The Fugitive (1963–1967 TV series) and the 1993 film starring Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones; My Father’s Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story (1998).


  • Documentary: A&E Biography: Dr. Sam Sheppard.






Carl Coppolino – Murder by Injection





  • The Defense Never Rests by F. Lee Bailey – includes the entire Coppolino trial story.


  • Murder by Injection by Sidney D. Kirkpatrick – a full account of this strange and chilling case.


  • TV: Dominick Dunne’s Power, Privilege & Justice (episode on Coppolino); Deadly Affairs (Investigation Discovery).






About F. Lee Bailey





  • Books: The Defense Never Rests, For the Defense, and Cleared for Approach.


  • TV/Film: Bailey is featured in O.J.: Made in America (ESPN, 2016) and portrayed by Henry Fonda in The Boston Strangler (1968).

Crime Girl Facebook Group

Timecodes

00:00 Introduction to Crime Girl Podcast

00:45 Fascination with Crime Stories

00:58 Spotlight on F. Lee Bailey

02:10 Bailey's Early Influence

05:29 The Boston Strangler Case

07:13 The Sam Shepherd Case

09:20 The Carl Coppolino Case

10:56 Bailey and the O.J. Simpson Trial

12:17 Legacy of F. Lee Bailey

13:01 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

]]>Crime Girl_S1_Ep1_The Defense Never Rests

In the inaugural episode of the Crime Girl podcast, your host Grace Taylor Segal delves into the intriguing career of F. Lee Bailey, a controversial yet brilliant criminal defense lawyer.

Bailey's high-profile cases, such as those involving Albert DeSalvo (the Boston Strangler), Sam Shepherd, and Carl Coppolino, are explored in detail.

The episode covers Bailey's courtroom tactics, the media's impact on justice, and his unwavering commitment to providing a defense for all, even the most notorious figures.

Join Grace as she uncovers the complexities and ethical dilemmas within these monumental cases.

References

If you want to dive deeper into the cases we talked about in this episode, here are some classic books, films, and TV shows that explore these crimes and the incredible legal mind of F. Lee Bailey:


The Boston Strangler – Albert DeSalvo (and George Nassar)





  • The Boston Strangler by Gerold Frank – Pulitzer Prize–winning book on the murders that terrorized Boston.


  • Confessions of the Boston Strangler by Richard P. Candela – explores the doubts about DeSalvo’s guilt and the shadow of George Nassar.


  • The Strangler by Susan Kelly – argues that DeSalvo may not have committed all of the killings.


  • Films: The Boston Strangler (1968) starring Tony Curtis and Henry Fonda; Boston Strangler (2023) on Hulu.


  • Documentaries: Crimes of the Century: The Boston Strangler (CNN), The Boston Strangler: The Untold Story (2008).






Dr. Sam Sheppard – The Case That Inspired The Fugitive





  • Endure and Conquer: The Story of Dr. Sam Sheppard by F. Lee Bailey and Harvey Aronson – Bailey’s own account of the retrial.


  • Mockery of Justice by Cynthia L. Cooper – a deep dive into the case and how justice was nearly lost.


  • Films/TV: The Fugitive (1963–1967 TV series) and the 1993 film starring Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones; My Father’s Shadow: The Sam Sheppard Story (1998).


  • Documentary: A&E Biography: Dr. Sam Sheppard.






Carl Coppolino – Murder by Injection





  • The Defense Never Rests by F. Lee Bailey – includes the entire Coppolino trial story.


  • Murder by Injection by Sidney D. Kirkpatrick – a full account of this strange and chilling case.


  • TV: Dominick Dunne’s Power, Privilege & Justice (episode on Coppolino); Deadly Affairs (Investigation Discovery).






About F. Lee Bailey





  • Books: The Defense Never Rests, For the Defense, and Cleared for Approach.


  • TV/Film: Bailey is featured in O.J.: Made in America (ESPN, 2016) and portrayed by Henry Fonda in The Boston Strangler (1968).

Crime Girl Facebook Group

Timecodes

00:00 Introduction to Crime Girl Podcast

00:45 Fascination with Crime Stories

00:58 Spotlight on F. Lee Bailey

02:10 Bailey's Early Influence

05:29 The Boston Strangler Case

07:13 The Sam Shepherd Case

09:20 The Carl Coppolino Case

10:56 Bailey and the O.J. Simpson Trial

12:17 Legacy of F. Lee Bailey

13:01 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

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