Surviving the Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime

For the first time since the Dan Markel murder trial, Donna Adelson’s “Jailhouse Daughter” — Drina Bernhardt — breaks her silence. In this exclusive STS interview, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman sits down with Drina as she opens up about her relationship with now convicted murderer Donna Adelson, what life was really like for Donna behind bars, and the startling things she heard about Dan's murder that stunned the nation. 

Drina reveals never-before-heard details about Donna’s behavior in prison, her mindset post-conviction, and being connected to one of the most talked about true crime cases in America right now. <...

The infamous unsolved murder of Elizabeth Short — better known as the Black Dahlia — continues to haunt Los Angeles decades later. But now, new information and shocking leads are coming to light. And #BestGuest Eli Frankel is a big part of it all. 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS Special Video Premiere, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman sits down with veteran TV producer and author Eli Frankel, who has spent years investigating the Black Dahlia case and digging through rarely-seen archives. In Frankel's new book, Siste...

Barry Morphew — once cleared and now, again, accused of murdering his wife, Suzanne Morphew — is heading back to trial. But this time, his own daughters are listed as potential witnesses. Will they defend their dad, or could they be the ones who finally reveal the truth about what really happened to Suzanne? 

In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning STS Host Joel Waldman and Karmela Waldman, STS Co-Host and child Holocaust survivor, break down the latest developments in the Suzanne Morphew murder case, the witness list, and what insiders say about Barry’s supporters — including the $300K raised to bail h...

Nancy Grace is calling out the truth behind the suspicious death of Ellen Greenberg — a woman found with 20 stab wounds yet ruled an unaliving. In this exclusive STS interview, Nancy doesn’t hold back. She exposes major investigative failures, unanswered questions, and what she really believes happened to Ellen. 

In her latest book, What Happened to Ellen?: An American Miscarriage of Justice, Nancy Grace dives deep into this haunting case and reveals new insights about why justice for Ellen Greenberg still hasn’t been served—and why her parents are still fighting the hardest battle of their lives. <...

The mysterious death of Ellen Greenberg continues to shock the nation — a young Philadelphia woman found with over 20 stab wounds to her neck, back, and heart, yet her death was ruled an unaliving, not a homicide. Now, award-winning attorneys and hosts of The Prosecutors Podcast join STS for an in-depth discussion and analysis after a long deep dive into this deeply disturbing case. Many believe possible corruption and cover-ups prevented Ellen’s death from ever being properly investigated. Could justice for Ellen Greenberg finally be within reach? 

Find Brett and Alice on ‪@ProsecutorsPodcast‬ 

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The mysterious death of Ellen Greenberg continues to upset and shock Philadelphia residents and true crime followers nationwide as officials, once again, classify her 20 stab wounds to the neck, back, head, and heart as the result of an unaliving—not a suspicious death. The case, which has long been surrounded by controversy, was never formally investigated as a homicide. 

In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman is joined by Ellen's parents Josh and Sandee Greenberg, Guy D’Andrea, and Former Judge Pat Dugan as they continue to fight for justice, answers and the truth about Ellen...

In this STS episode, host Joel Waldman and top guests dive deep into the chilling murder mystery of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the young woman whose body was tragically discovered in the front trunk of singer D4vd’s Tesla. 

As investigators continue to piece together what really happened, shocking new details emerge — including claims from a private investigator who says “sadistic stuff” was found inside the home where D4vd had been staying. Was this a crime of opportunity, or is something far darker lurking beneath the surface? Join STS as we unpack the latest investigation findings, public re...

How in the world did medical examiners rule Ellen Greenberg’s violent and suspicious death an unaliving—even after it was first labeled a homicide? More than a decade later, the case of Ellen Greenberg, a young teacher found stabbed 20 times, still raises serious questions about what really happened that night in her Philadelphia apartment--and how. 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. This show is hosted by Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman and his mother, Karmela Waldman, a social worker and child Holocaust survivor. Why was there no fo...

What’s life really like for prison lifers — the convicted killers, the masterminds, the ones who will never walk free again? In this eye-opening episode, we uncover the real, raw, and unfiltered truth about what happens behind bars for inmates like Donna Adelson, who’s now serving life in prison for orchestrating the murder of her ex–son-in-law, FSU law professor Dan Markel. 

Once living a life of luxury and control, Donna Adelson is now facing a stark new reality — from prison politics to daily survival, it’s a world few can imagine. But what really awaits lifers like h...

The mystery deepens in the tragic death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, whose body was found inside the frunk of pop star D4vd’s Tesla after the car was impounded in Los Angeles. 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman and a panel of #BestGuests explore the new clues, the evidence left behind and what's next in the investigation. 

Celeste had been reported missing months earlier from Lake Elsinore, CA, and now, newly released surveillance footage shows the...

Ellen Greenberg’s shocking and suspicious death continues to raise questions more than a decade later. Officially ruled an unaliving by Philadelphia medical examiners, many believe this is a cover-up hiding a murder. Ellen Greenberg was a Philly teacher engaged to Sam Goldberg when she was found dead in her own apartment. Ellen was found with 20 stab wounds, including several to the back of her neck — details that those who loved her say make no sense. Friends and family insist Ellen would never unalive herself, and key pieces of evidence just don’t seem to add up. 

In this...

Donna Adelson, convicted in the murder-for-hire plot that took the life of her ex–son-in-law, FSU law professor Dan Markel, is now being processed into her forever home—behind bars for life. 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman and a panel of #bestguests take us inside one of the most notorious women's prisons. 

Once living a life of wealth and privilege, Donna’s world has come crashing down as she’s processed into one of the most dange...

When the sheriff shoots the judge in his own chambers, you know there's more to this story. In this compelling special from STS, Guest Host The COE (Chief of Everything) sits down with Brian Entin — celebrated for his major breaking‑news and true‑crime reporting — to explore the baffling case of a long‑time Kentucky district judge who was fatally shot in his chambers by his former bailiff‑turned‑sheriff. 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #trucrime. In this episode, we dive into the murky dealings of this Appalachian small tow...

At Donna Adelson’s shocking sentencing, a darker and more sinister side of the Adelson family was revealed — leaving even longtime followers of the Dan Markel murder case stunned. From emotional outbursts and bold accusations to new clues hidden in the sentencing statements and courtroom behavior, many are now wondering: could prosecutors be preparing to indict more Adelsons? 

Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman and STS #BestGuests John Singer, Tim Jansen and Jo Potuto look closer into the Adels...

Donna Adelson’s sentencing day quickly turned into a legal spectacle — with her defense team pushing back hard, arguing that she never received a fair trial. From calling out prosecutors to questioning the Markels and even taking aim at the judge, Donna’s team made their most defiant stand yet. But is this bold courtroom strategy part of a bigger plan… or simply Donna Adelson’s last attempt to keep control as she prepares for life behind bars? 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS episode, ho...

Ellen Greenberg’s death remains one of the most shocking and controversial cases in America. The 27-year-old Philadelphia schoolteacher was found dead in her apartment with 20 stab wounds — yet her death was ruled an unaliving. In this powerful episode, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman speaks with BestGuests as they discuss the case, the challenges, the corruption and the fight for the truth and justice for Ellen Greenberg. 

Was this a tragic cover-up? How could anyone call this an unaliving with multiple stab wounds to the back of her neck? Join the discussion as STS breaks down new evide...

In a stunning courtroom moment, Donna Adelson was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her ex–son-in-law, Florida State law professor Dan Markel, but it was the explosive statements from Donna and Harvey Adelson before sentencing that left everyone shocked The Adelson family began calling out the Markels, the prosecution, and even the judge. In this powerful episode of STS, Emmy Award–winning host Joel Waldman is joined by three of the show’s best guests to break down every dramatic detail, reaction, the courtroom twist and what's next. 

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It’s Donna Adelson’s big day back in court and the moment everyone’s been waiting for. The matriarch of the Adelson family, now convicted of orchestrating the murder of her ex–son-in-law, Dan Markel, faces her sentencing. Justice for Dan Markel — a beloved father, law professor, and victim of a calculated plot — is being served but is this where it all ends for the Adelsons? 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #bestguests in all of #truecrime. In this STS special coverage, join Emmy Award-winning host Joel Waldman and #Bestguests Attorney Tim Jansen an...

The Donna Adelson drama never ends — and this time, STS is diving deep into the newest footage everyone’s talking about. In this gripping episode, Emmy Award-winning host Joel Waldman and Karm break down Donna’s shocking behavior caught on camera — from her dramatic arrival and transport to Leon County to her emotional (or performative?) reactions after being found guilty of murder. 

Is Donna truly remorseful for what happened to Dan Markel, or is she just putting on a show? Viewers will see the clips and decide for themselves as STS exposes the truth behind her every move. 

Today, on what would have been Dan Markel’s birthday, STS honors the life, legacy, and tragic loss of the brilliant law professor whose story continues to impact so many. Dan Markel was a respected Florida State University law professor, a father, and a beloved member of the Tallahassee community—known for his sharp intellect and devotion to justice. 

In 2014, Dan’s life was cut short when he was gunned down in his driveway in a shocking murder-for-hire plot that would later expose a tangled web of betrayal, greed, and family secrets. Years later, arrests and convictions—including...

Donna Adelson is back in court sooner than we thought. Donna Adelson, the matriarch of the Adelson family, was found guilty of the murder of her ex son in law and FSU Law Professor Dan Markel. Now her fate will be sealed as she finds out how long she'll serve--and what hope she has for the future. Donna isn't the first one in her family to be locked up for Dan Markel's murder. Her son, Charlie Adelson, is behind bars for life. Charlie and Donna were found to be the ring leaders of a murder for hire plot to...

The case against Utah mom Kouri Richins — accused of killing her husband with a deadly dose of f*ntanyl — may now be on shaky ground. 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecirme. In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Joel Waldman and #BestGuest Josh Ritter ‪@CRConfidential‬ break down why the state’s case could be at risk, as major questions arise about a key witness, conflicting evidence, and the investigation itself. 

Could this be the beginning of the end for the prosecution’s case against Kouri? Or is this jus...

The death of Ellen Greenberg has haunted the nation for more than a decade — and many believe it was a cover-up from the very start. In this powerful and emotional episode of STS, Emmy Award–Winning Journalist Joel Waldman sits down with Ellen Greenberg’s parents, who are still fighting for answers and demanding justice for their daughter. 

Ellen, a 27-year-old schoolteacher, was found dead in her Philadelphia apartment with 20 stab wounds, including 10 to the back of her neck and head—yet the case was ruled a su*c*de. Her fiancé told 911 operators that she "fell on a knife...

Sean “Diddy” Combs tearing in court, delivering a raw apology and pleading for mercy before Judge Arun Subramanian as he faces 50 months in prison. Convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitut*on (involving ex-girlfriends “Cassie” Ventura and “Jane”), he admitted to shameful, “disgusting, sick” behavior. Prosecutors originally charged him with racketeering conspiracy and s*x trafficking, but the jury acquitted him of those more serious counts. Now, Diddy’s begging for redemption — will the judge grant clemency or demand accountability? 

STS Host Joel Waldman breaks down the very latest in the legal saga of Music Mogul Turned In...

Harvey Adelson is now left alone on the outside as his family falls apart from the inside. With his son Charlie Adelson and wife Donna Adelson both behind bars and fighting for their lives through appeals, Harvey is one of the last Adelsons not sitting in a prison cell. In this video, STS takes a closer look at the unraveling of the Adelson family following the shocking murder-for-hire plot that left Florida State law professor Dan Markel dead. We break down Harvey’s current role, the latest updates on Donna and Charlie’s appeals, and what could be next for...

It’s one of the strangest, most chilling true crime connections you’ll ever hear about—convicted killers who once stood in the spotlight as contestants on popular game shows. In this STS special, Emmy Award–winning journalist Joel Waldman uncovers the bizarre overlap between prime-time entertainment and cold-blooded murderers. 

From shocking trivia moments to eerie dating show appearances, we explore how these killers managed to charm audiences before their dark crimes were exposed. Why were they on TV? How did no one see the signs? And what does it say about the disturbing intersection of fame, psycholog...

Wendi Adelson is Under the Microscope as People Want to Know What She Knew Before Dan Markel’s Murder. We're examining who Wendi really was and what life was like in the years leading up to the shocking murder-for-hire plot that took the life of her ex-husband, Dan Markel. 

Other STS shows about Wendi: 

Wendi's podcast: Https://www.youtube.com/live/irssrf72... 

Wendi's book: Https://www.youtube.com/live/crcMXrLA... 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor. This is a STS special with Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman. With Wendi's brother, Charlie Adelson, and mo...

Newly released videos of Celeste Rivas Hernandez and her alleged boyfriend, rising music star D4vd, pull back the curtain on their relationship and raise even more questions about this tragic case. As investigators work to piece together how Celeste ended up dead in the trunk of D4vd’s car, the public is demanding answers—why has no one been named a person of interest, and who is really responsible for Celeste’s death? 

On this episode of Surviving The Survivor, Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman is joined by the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime—top criminal...

Hulu’s chilling new documentary, Death in Apartment 603, takes viewers deep into the still-unresolved and deeply unsettling case of Ellen Greenberg, a 27-year-old teacher found dead under suspicious circumstances in her Philadelphia apartment. Despite 20 stab wounds and bizarre inconsistencies at the scene, her death was shockingly ruled a suicide—leaving her parents, Joshua and Sandee Greenberg, in a relentless fight for answers that has spanned over a decade. In this special episode of Surviving the Survivor (STS), host Joel Waldman interviews director Nancy Schwartzman, who unpacks the new revelations that cast serious doubt on the official narrative. With justice stil...

A disturbing twist in the case of missing teen girl ends in tragedy after she was found dead inside singer D4vd’s car. This breaking story is trending across social media, with fans and true crime followers demanding answers about what really happened--and why no one has been arrested yet. The 15 year old girl found in the rapper's Tesla was identified as Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Who was this teenage girl, how did she end up in the singer D4vd’s vehicle, and what does this mean for his career and freedom? In this video, we break down all...

The shocking Donna Adelson trial has finally brought another huge breakthrough in the murder of Florida State law professor Dan Markel. Dan’s mother is now speaking out, calling Donna the true mastermind who only cared about herself and the things that served her. With Donna Adelson convicted and her son Charlie Adelson already behind bars, this verdict marks one more triumph and a step closer to justice for Dan. But the road doesn’t end here — questions remain about who could be next as prosecutors continue to push forward in the fight for #JusticeForDan.

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STS takes you inside the shocking Virginia au pair double murder case that stunned the community—a twisted plot involving a catfish, an affair, a fake fetish setup, and a dark plan that ended in a tragic double murder. Christine Banfield, a mother, was stabbed and Joseph Ryan was shot, exposing how deception and desperation spiraled into violence after Christine's husband and his lover allegedly planned what they thought was the perfect murder. 

In this episode, STS host Joel Waldman is joined by Retired Legendary Detective Fil Waters and Retired FBI Agent Scott Duffey as they break dow...

New video footage from inside prison shows Charlie Adelson’s tantrums and meltdowns, echoing the same entitled behavior his mother, Donna Adelson, displayed during her own trial and complaints from behind bars. In this STS breakdown, we explore the toxic mother-son dynamic that helped drive the murder-for-hire plot that killed Dan Markel. With both Charlie and Donna now convicted murderers, the disturbing family parallels are clearer than ever. 

Join STS Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman, and his Co-host and mom, Karmela Waldman. Joel and Karm will review and analyze Charlie and Donna, unravel their patterns, and continue to...

He went from smooth-talking conman to a cold-blooded serial killer yet somehow tricked the FBI into making him an informant.

In this gripping case, retired FBI agent Jonny Grusing pulls back the curtain on how a master manipulator deceived federal agents, all while hiding his deadly double life. Grusing takes us deep inside the investigation, exposing the shocking truth about the man who conned the FBI, killed without remorse, and left a trail of victims in his wake. This chilling story reveals how even the nation’s top investigators can be outplayed by a criminal mastermind—until just...

Phil Markel stunned the courtroom with a mic-drop moment that left Donna Adelson rattled—and now he’s breaking his silence with more powerful words. 

Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #truecrime. In this STS special, Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman interviews Phil Markel, Dan's father. 

In this new STS interview, Dan Markel’s father, Phil Markel, opens up about what he really thinks of the Adelson family, his son’s senseless murder, and the devastating impact of Donna Adelson’s trial. During his unforgettable victim impact state...

Former friends of the Adelson family turned against them in court as they testified in trials to paint a clearer picture of who the Adelsons really are--and what their intentions were. Ryan Fitzpatrick and Yindra Velazquez took the stand with testimony against Donna Adelson—convicted of orchestrating the murder of her former son-in-law Dan Markel—and Charlie Adelson, convicted as her co-conspirator in the murder-for-hire plot. Once part of their circle, these witnesses now expose the shocking truths that continue to unravel the Adelson legacy. This trial is another step closer to justice for Dan Markel, but the road to f...

Donna Adelson isn’t done fighting. Just days after being convicted on September 4th for the brutal murder of her ex–son-in-law, Dan Markel, Adelson and her defense team have filed an explosive 18-page motion for a new trial. In it, they question jurors and say they want to interview them about their conduct and verdict. The motion also points fingers at the jail informants and allege the trial itself was unfair from the start. Once the controlling matriarch of the Adelson family, Donna is now battling for her freedom behind bars—her latest legal move raising new questions about...

Donna Adelson spent years controlling every aspect of her family’s life, but in the end, she became the very person who destroyed them. Once seen as the matriarch holding everything together, Donna was recently convicted of orchestrating the murder of her ex–son-in-law, Dan Markel. In this video, we dive deep into the mind of Donna Adelson—a woman who could have saved her family but instead chose a path that ultimately tore them apart. They had it all…until they decided to hire a hitman. Was it worth it? Who really wins when a family is built on lies...

The jury foreperson from the Donna Adelson trial is talks to STS in a raw, unfiltered interview about what really happened inside the deliberation room. She opens up about the shocking details of the trial, her impressions of Donna Adelson’s defense, and most importantly, the pivotal moment in Wendi Adelson’s testimony that made her stop and think twice. 

In this Surviving the Survivor episode, STS host Joel Waldman and the Jacey talk about how the jury weighed the evidence, the emotions that ran high, and why the testimony of Donna’s daughter raised so many questio...

What will life behind bars really look like for Donna Adelson? In this STS episode, former female inmates who served serious time break down exactly what’s waiting for the convicted mastermind in prison...and how life will be different than her quick stop in jail. From daily routines to inmate dynamics, they reveal the harsh realities and shocking truths about how Donna will fare after being found guilty in the murder of her ex-son-in-law, Dan Markel. This is one more step toward #JusticeForDan — but the story is far from over.

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