In the Jury Box
with the 13th Juror
Report for jury duty each week with Brandi Churchwell. As the host of the 13th Juror, Brandi walks you through the heart of a case, not just the crime, but the trial. The prosecution’s strategy. The defense’s counterargument. The testimony the jury heard, and at times, the evidence they didn’t hear.
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Brandi breaks down complicated investigations and courtroom drama with clarity, compassion, and an eye for the details that matter most.
The Prosecution of Scott Peterson
02/05/2026
When Laci Peterson vanished on Christmas Eve 2002, a missing-person search quickly turned into one of the most infamous murder cases in modern history. Prosecutors laid out a case built on lies, timelines, and a secret life they say reveals motive and intent. This is the story the state believes proves Scott Peterson murdered Laci and their unborn son.
Beyond the Jury Box: Richard Allen w/ Bob Motta
01/29/2026
The verdict may be final, but the unanswered questions are not. Brandi and Bob Motta (Defense Diaries) revisit the Delphi case through the lens of what jurors were barred from hearing, especially the third-party culprit evidence and the Odinism defense that never reached the trial. Decide for yourself what’s compelling… and what’s troubling.
Meet Your Host
Brandi Churchwell is your guide through the justice system in the 13th Juror. Take a seat in the juror box as Brandi explores each case from the relatable perspective of a non-lawyer. Her narrative skill clarifies lengthy courtroom proceedings, ensuring you, the listener, grasps the full picture without needing to connect the dots yourself.



