The Outlier Podcast
Covering everything from true crime to the latest in pop culture news, the Outlier weekly podcast features relevant news, story-telling, interviews and more. Hosted by independent crime & entertainment reporter Lauren Conlin. Semi-weekly episodes, scattered with some bonus episodes & livestream audio in between.out·li·er or /ˈoutˌlī(ə)r/: a person or thing differing from all other members of a particular group or set (Oxford).------------------------------------------------LINKTREE:https://linktr.ee/laurenconlinhttps://popcrime.tv/FOLLOW LAUREN ON SOCIALS:INSTAGRAM- @LAURENEMILYCONLINTWITTER- @CONLIN_LAURENTIKTOK- @LAURENCONLIN4FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/LaurenInterviewsYOUTUBE- @PopCrimeTVDISCLAIMER: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the informa...
Episodes
Inside the Menendez Brothers’ Viable Parole: Rob Rand Reflects, 36 Years After Jose & Kitty’s Murder
It's been 36 years (to the day, 8/20/1989) since Erik and Lyle Menendez killed their parents- and it's always been about the why. The Menendez brothers will have their parole hearings this Thursday, 8/21 and Friday 8/22, after an LA County …
Pop Culture Scandals & Crime: The Alexander Brothers, Diddy Civil Suits (Clayton Howard) and more
Let's discuss the headlines- the biggest, most suspicious, and the overlooked. Let's review the federal s*x trafficking case of The Alexander Brothers, Clayton Howard's Civil Suit against Diddy (he moved to "unseal" his suit but has alread…
The Sandra Birchmore Fallout: Is Matthew Farwell Singing??
What's taking so long for Matthew Farwell to go to trial? We dive into the latest developments on Matthew Farwell's docket and Sandra Birchmore's alleged m*rder. Farwell is the former Stoughton police officer charged with the 2021 murder of…
The “Tinder Swindler” Survivors Fight Back with New Book
We’re exploring Swindled Never After, the powerful new book by Tinder Swindler survivors Pernilla Sjöholm and Cecilie Fjellhøy, out August 19. This episode dives into their journey of resilience after falling victim to conman Simon Leviev, …
The Serial Killer's Apprentice- An Interview with Dr. Katherine Ramsland
The Serial Killer’s Apprentice, the new 2-Hour Documentary Premieres Sunday, August 17 at 9/8c on ID & Streaming on HBO Max. This two-hour documentary will revisit one of the most sinister killers in recent history, Dean Corll, also known a…
Pop Culture, Scandals Crime: Luigi Mangione, Diddy $100M Lawsuit, The M*rder Mind's Vince Velazquez & more...
Let's discuss the headlines- the biggest, most suspicious, and the overlooked. We'll discuss the latest on Diddy's $100M Lawsuit (as a plaintiff!!), Luigi Mangione & HIPAA, & Vince Velazquez of 'The M*rder Mind' on YT stops by...The M*rder …
The Norfolk County, Massachusetts Fallout
We're diving into the DA Morrissey email dump, the latest twists in the Brian Walshe murder case (where digital evidence and a disgraced investigator, Michael Proctor, take center stage as the October 2025 trial looms). Plus, we explore the…
Pop Culture Scandals & Crime: Mysterious Montauk Death, Diddy Lawyers Doing Interviews, Mario Lopez Lawsuit & more
Let's discuss the headlines- the biggest, most suspicious, and the overlooked. We'll discuss the latest on the mysterious death of a beautiful 33-year-old fashion designer in Montauk, the latest on Diddy and his lawyers giving interviews, a…
Pop Culture & Scandals: No Bail for Diddy + newest civil suit, Ghislaine's new digs, Mass Corruption...FT Mark Bederow Esq
Let's discuss the headlines- the biggest, most suspicious, and the overlooked. We'll discuss the latest on Diddy's bail getting denied AGAIN + the newest civil suit against him, Ghislaine's new mininum security "Club Fed" and the latest on …
Cross Promotion (Corruption in TN) Angie's Arraignment
The latest developments in the Angie Solomon case in Franklin, Tennessee. Angie faces charges of solicitation to commit first-degree murder and retaliation for past action. With a not guilty plea entered on July 30, 2025, and her release on…
Pop Culture, Scandals & Crime News.. Diddy, Fat Joe, Melly Retrial, Sydney Sweeney FT Terri Austin
Let's discuss the headlines- the biggest, most suspicious, and the overlooked. We'll discuss the latest on Diddy's new motion, Jeffrey Epstein, the upcoming hearing in the Fat Joe Defamation case, the Melly retrial, the Arkansas Double M*rd…
Pop Culture, Scandals & Crime News..FT Forensic Death Investigator Joseph Scott Morgan
Let's discuss the headlines- the biggest, most suspicious, and the overlooked. We're joined by renowned Forensic Death Investigator Joseph Scott Morgan, host of Body Bags podcast, to weigh in on the death of Jeffrey Epstein and the deadly M…
Developing: MIDTOWN MANHATTAN DEADLY SHOOTING
Breaking News: The horrific events of July 28, 2025, when Shane Tamura unleashed terror in midtown Manhattan. From his cross-country journey to the moment he entered 345 Park Avenue armed with a revolver and a backpack bomb, we piece togeth…
Ryan Hemphill: The Alleged Sadistic Sugar Daddy
Ryan Hemphill, a Manhattan private equity executive, was charged in a 116-count indictment in April 2025 with multiple counts of predatory sexual assault, rape, and other offenses. The allegations detail a series of acts where Hemphill is a…
Pop Culture, Scandals & Crime News.. FT DJ AKADEMICS, NY Councilman Frank Morano & Sean G
Let's discuss the headlines- the biggest, most suspicious, and the overlooked...featuring special guests NY City Councilman Frank Morano to discuss the "Wendy Williams" proposed bill, more on Ghislaine & Diddy (and Bryan Kohberger sentencin…
Pop Culture, Scandals, Crime: FT special guests Mark Geragos, Joe Tacopina, Sid Rosenberg & More
Let's discuss the headlines- the biggest, most suspicious, and the overlooked...let's honor Malcolm-Warner, an update on Diddy, the Epstein fallout continued, Fat Joe/Roc Nation Lawsuit REPLY, plus we'll explore "Amy Bradley is Missing" on …
Mini- Episode: Nicki Minaj vs. SZA
A quick breakdown of the escalating feud between Nicki Minaj and SZA as Minaj calls for federal investigations and congressional intervention over alleged threats, all while dragging in past beefs with Megan Thee Stallion and Jay-Z...Watch …
Live: Maurene Comey Fired Post Diddy; Rudy Giuliani weighs in, plus Crypto Kidnapping Court Transcript...
Maurene Comey, who prosecuted Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Diddy.... and is former FBI Director James Comey’s daughter, was fired Wednesday from her job in the Manhattan U.S. attorney’s office. We discuss and make an impromptu ca…
The Harmony Montgomery Murder with special guest, retired MA judge Carol Erskine
Today, we discuss the heartbreaking story of 5-year-old Harmony Montgomery, murdered in 2019 by her father, Adam, after a cascade of child welfare failures. We’re joined by special guest, Carol Erskine, a retired Massachusetts juvenile cour…
An Update on the Ana Walshe Case Amid the MSP Fallout
With the trial of Brian Walshe, charged with the murder of his wife Ana, set for October 20, 2025, new revelations have emerged from Norfolk Superior Court... including defense demands for documents tied to other high-profile investigations…
Headlines: Ghislaine wants a pardon, Gavin Newsom and Glass House, Diddy/Kanye civil suits & more..
Catch up on all the news with me! The latest on Diddy, Kanye & the civil suits, Ghislaine wants a pardon, Gavin Newsom’s California & more..Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Dkv1be4XVQEpisode Notes:https://www.scribd.com/do…
"Chasing Evil," Exposing Dark Crimes with Medium John Edward
We welcome the renowned psychic medium, author, and lecturer John Edward to discuss his latest book, "Chasing Evil", co-authored with former FBI agent Bob Hilland. This episode dives into the extraordinary 25-year partnership that began in …
LIVE: Diddy Judge makes request, latest on Mike Jeffries of Abercrombie, plus James Comey..
Diddy's sentencing might be looking good for him based on a new memo from the judge, the latest on disgraced Abercrombie CEO Mike Jeffries, FBI launches an investigation into James Comey...and anything else that comes up today...plus, a qui…
Mini- Episode: Brooklyn Attempted Kidnapping Caught on Camera – Defendant Begs for SHOCKING Release!
A shocking attempted kidnapping of 6-year-old Rah Shem “Rah Rah” Gantt on Coney Island left a boy and his parents in a state of terror. Suspect Jonathan Robalino allegedly snatched the boy, only to be thwarted by the child’s mother and fath…
Live Catch Up: Jeffrey Epstein, Diddy Verdict Aftermath, Crypto King Scandal Etc.
Join me to chat about the latest in the Jeffrey Epstein fail, Diddy hearing & verdict aftermath, the Crypto Kidnapping Scandal in NYC & more..Watch the livestream on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/qFGDYpLvjZINotes and Articles:https://li…
Diddy Verdict: Live Reaction from 7/2/2025
The Sean "Diddy" Combs trial concluded with a mixed verdict on Wednesday, July 2, 2025- this is my reaction from inside an NYC taxi cab! Combs was acquitted of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges (Counts One, Two, and Four) …
LIVE: Sharay Hayes, “The Punisher” on the Verdict: Diddy’s Day of Reckoning
The Diddy trial is over, and the verdict shocked many. Now, Sharay “The Punisher” Hayes (who participated in FO’s and testified in the trial as a government witness) joins us LIVE to break it all down. Hayes shares some inside information- …
Livestream: Diddy Trial-Court pushed back today, let's talk Jury Slip & Charges
The government has proposed to remove instructions on the verdict slip for kidnapping, attempted arson, and aiding and abetting sex trafficking- narrowing the charges under the RICO act & focus on core allegations of trafficking and forced …
US Vs. Sean Combs (Diddy): Week 6 Trial Recap
A recap of Week 6 in Sean "Diddy" Combs’ sex trafficking and racketeering trial. With the trial coming to a close in New York, we unpack the sudden adjournment due to a sick juror, Judge Arun Subramanian’s dismissal of Juror No. 6, and the …
Livestream: Catching Up on the Laura Owens Investigation with Jack Fox of "Never a Truer Word" plus Karen Read Juror Speaks Out!
The latest on Laura Owens' fraud charges (faking a pregnancy and making accusations against former bachelor Clayton Echard), and what's going on with her lawyer? Jack Fox joins me to analyze the words and statements! Plus, a Karen Read Juro…
R. Kelly alleges that prison officials want him dead!
R. Kelly believes a hit has been ordered on his life by the Bureau of Prison officials. His lawyer, Beau Brindley, alleges a near-fatal overdose orchestrated by prison staff, blood clots left untreated, and a thwarted surgery, all part of a…
US Vs. Sean Combs (Diddy): Week 5 Trial Recap
Recapping another intense Week 5 (June 9-13, 2025) of Sean Combs’ federal trial in Manhattan. This week featured the remaining direct testimony and cross from "Jane," who detailed drug-fueled "hotel nights," alleged coercion, and emotional …
Jarrett Ferentino (former prosecutor) breaks down Diddy Charges
It's been a minute since we've had some coffee and crime talk with Lauren & Jarrett. Watch as Jarrett breaks down the complex charges against Sean "Diddy" Combs with Lauren's courtroom insider commentary. With the trial heating up, Jarrett …
US Vs. Sean Combs (Diddy): Week 4 Trial Recap
Recapping an intense Week 4 (June 2-6, 2025) of Sean Combs’ federal trial in Manhattan. This week featured testimony from "Jane," who detailed drug-fueled "hotel nights," coercion, and emotional manipulation, including a tearful account of …
US Vs. Sean Combs (Diddy): Week 3 Trial Recap
Recapping a tense Week 3 (May 27-30, 2025) of Sean Combs’ federal trial in Manhattan. This week brought explosive testimonies from Capricorn Clark,a former assistant who detailed the 2011 break-in, and Mia, using a pseudonym who alleged mor…
Sherri Papini 'Caught in the Lie': An Interview with filmmaker Nicole Rittenmeyer
Filmmaker Nicole Rittenmeyer joins me to discuss her explosive new docuseries, "Sherri Papini: Caught in the Lie", which premiered on Investigation Discovery. We discuss the narrative around Sherri Papini’s infamous 2016 kidnapping hoax, in…
The US vs. Sean Combs: Week 2 Trial Recap
Breaking down the latest, Week 2, in Diddy’s federal sex trafficking and racketeering case, featuring Dawn Richard’s testimony, a surprising Usher name-drop, Kid Cudi takes the stand and more.Follow real-time daily Diddy Updates on X and Yo…
Christopher McDonald on 'Happy Gilmore 2' and 'The Last Rodeo'
We have a great conversation with veteran actor Christopher McDonald to discuss his return as the iconic Shooter McGavin in Happy Gilmore 2 and his heartfelt role in the new drama The Last Rodeo, out May 23, 2025. With a career spanning ove…
US Vs. Sean Combs: Week 1 Trial Recap
The first week of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial, covered here. Facing charges of sex trafficking, transportation to engage in prostitution, and racketeering, Combs’ trial began with jury selection, opening statements, and key testimony …
Live: Laura Owens Indicted on 7 Felony Charges: with Jack Fox of 'Never a Truer Word'
Laura Owens has been indicted on 7 felony charges in relation to her faked pregnancy and paternity suit against 'Bachelor' star Clayton Echard. Officials say she fabricated ultrasounds and more (what many of us have alleged for months). Jac…