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About The Adelsons: STS Files
The Adelsons: STS Files delves into one of the most captivating and controversial true crime sagas in modern American history — the murder-for-hire plot that claimed the life of FSU law professor Dan Markel. This investigative deep dive uncovers the complex web of family ties, deception, and alleged conspiracy surrounding the Adelson family — including Charlie, Donna, and Wendi Adelson — as prosecutors unravel years of hidden motives, phone records, and undercover recordings. Through in-depth analysis, exclusive updates, and courtroom insights, STS Files brings listeners behind the headlines to explore how a bitter custody battle turned into a national story of betrayal, justice, and manipulation. Each episode dissects trial testimony, evidence, and the emotional aftermath still haunting Tallahassee and beyond. Whether you're a true crime enthusiast, a legal drama follower, or simply fascinated by real-life criminal investigations, this series offers the definitive account of the Adelson family’s involvement in the Dan Markel case — a story still unfolding inside and outside the courtroom.
- Publisher
- Joel Waldman
- Category
- news · news · true crime
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 31 Oct 2025
- Latest episode
- 29 Sept 2026
Latest episodes
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29 Sept 2026
Dan Markel Murder: Donna Adelson Hints at Wendi & Charlie in NEW Appeal Brief
The Donna Adelson appeal is bringing new attention to the Dan Markel murder case as her latest brief raises questions about what Wendi and Charlie Adelson knew and their roles in the family’s story. What is Donna’s legal team arguing, and what could these new claims mean for the Donna Adelson appeal? STS breaks down the latest filing and the questions it raises. Key Points: Donna Adelson’s new appeal brief References to Wendi and Charlie Adelson Key arguments raised by Donna’s defense team What the appeal could mean for Donna The Dan Markel murder and Adelson family connection Charlie Adelson’s separate appeal history What happens next in Donna’s appeal The Donna Adelson appeal adds another chapter to the long-running fight for justice in the Dan Markel case. Donna was convicted of first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation and sentenced to life in prison; she continues to maintain her innocence while challenging her conviction. The latest brief has renewed attention on the Adelson family and the roles attributed to Wendi and Charlie. STS examines the legal arguments, the language surrounding the family, and what could come next as the appeal moves forward. Follow the sts podcast for true crime news, survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories. Get Current! Sign up at https://pnl.link/MFy08s5 (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUZZTVljSEUwTjZTVTFiV3g2MGVIUVhkQjVHNXxBTl9pYzRkeVVTdjNHV0FaTmZEbFk5anlGMGw2alluYUJEdDVYS0tRZG5ZZmcxeGJVUl9BUTVpRVkwTVg3bGF3NHdxQ1ZmWXNiXzI1S0dhOC0wOXdxcVA2Wm80c05BNVhtaWhm&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpnl.link%2FMFy08s5&v=FDFklAcrtW0) and use my link to get $75 and unlock tools like a paycheck advance, credit building, and more. Terms apply. 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Hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Joel Waldman and his mother Karm, a child Holocaust survivor, STS brings together top FBI profilers, homicide detectives, criminal defense attorneys, prosecutors, forensic experts, journalists, victims' advocates, and survivors to analyze the biggest true crime stories. From high-profile murder cases and missing persons investigations to serial killers, criminal psychology, police procedures, and major court trials, STS delivers fact-based reporting and expert insight from those who have worked some of the nation's most notorious cases. Known for having the best guests in true crime, STS gives viewers direct access to the experts behind the headlines. Join #STSNation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/stsnation) for live shows, breaking updates, audience Q&As, and in-depth case analysis. Surviving the Survivor is the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime and is hosted by Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman. STS covers the biggest trending true crime cases along with breaking news. You can also find us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com (https://pcm.adswizz.com) for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
21 Sept 2026
Hulu's Adelson Family Documentary: What's New, What Surprised Us & What This Means for the Adelsons
The Adelson family documentary brings renewed attention to one of the most closely watched true crime cases in recent years. What’s new? What surprised us? And what does the documentary reveal about the Adelson family, the murder of Dan Markel, and the legal battles that followed? STS breaks down the biggest takeaways and what the Adelson family documentary could mean for the case moving forward. Key Points: What the Hulu documentary adds to the Adelson story New details and perspectives featured in the documentary The biggest surprises from the Adelson family Dan Markel’s murder and the investigation The legal fallout surrounding the Adelsons What the documentary could mean for the family and case The Adelson family documentary offers another look at the people, relationships, and events surrounding Dan Markel’s murder. In this episode, STS examines what stands out, what remains unanswered, and how the Adelson family documentary fits into the larger story. Follow the sts podcast for true crime news, survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories as we break down the latest developments. Get Current! Sign up at https://pnl.link/MFy08s5 (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUTRXQnUtZ0RjRG9ZeEx5cE03Y0F5MnxBTl9pYzRjOVh1WUpWMDM2dUdWZi1icFB2RGF4Z1ZhWVptRWxMZ0RwZGE5cVp1YTA0T2hVd0dyVzlzSzF4ekxQYkhVMjhYZHlQYXNVU0ExMkNTRjlmVUJqTEp2NTVGMkRZbXVY&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpnl.link%2FMFy08s5&v=T3WkMPwj-xI) and use my link to get $75 and unlock tools like a paycheck advance, credit building, and more. Terms apply. Subscribe, Like & Set Alerts to "ALL" for show times & breaking news. https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingThe... (https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingTheSurvivor?sub_confirmation=1) Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-yr... (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-yriE5bY713MoWJOrK5GvA/join) Support the show & be a part of #STSNation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/stsnation): Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEFaelkxNTNLYkV3U2U5ODgtZFNqWURVQm9UUXxBQ3Jtc0ttTXBCUy1QenNVSHBFNkZWUXg0Q3Z1QURUcDBoWC1RdEV1Szk1RDNKVklnQjZNWmFwWE5OQVdLMFlrZHQxMXBNSUw2VldEcVU0d3dPZkdQakFScjdtNFNWY3JlV2l3LU14OWJNMEg0c0xXLXR3UVZ2cw&q=Https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paypal.com%2Fncp%2Fpayment%2FGJ5DTTCU3A9X2&v=yjw_BVsGSok) VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmFkNEpYQ0F5eTlVU192X0VJVTVUYmM2WmdFUXxBQ3Jtc0trVUVwNE9jU3c2WWdtX3FLS0xlQzZpZk54MzdTSE5NaHBidUVtck9vamdyNEU5SDZjVDI0VmlyZHJzRG5ybGxNRWhIQTBCTzI5TFRXdmJhdEF1TE9KSmlENWtVM1Z0RjJ3UW45bjVwYVhrQW9xSWRZUQ&q=Https%3A%2F%2Fwww.venmo.com%2Fstspodcast&v=yjw_BVsGSok) Check out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/ (https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=product_shelf) Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLx (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDdaV0xiUGt3RkZFZ1VUWWlrSnN2R2pSaUtYQXxBQ3Jtc0ttRFg4WHA3THpTSlU0S1E3cUl2WGtCalUzamtLZHhJRXhkOFZCSUU2WXhLOUZ5SmZsZU5mSDE5RDBMZnNZUjZsUlBKVHFla1RnTndsWjd5Z1M1OGwxQWhJdWtoNWFXYlY0X3N2YWp3Qk9SejFaTkQ4Yw&q=Https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F48GwbLx&v=yjw_BVsGSok) Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor (https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor) Email: SurvivingTheSurvivor@gmail.com Surviving The Survivor is a leading destination for true crime analysis, breaking crime news, murder trial coverage, criminal investigations, courtroom breakdowns, and live case discussions. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Joel Waldman and his mother Karm, a child Holocaust survivor, STS brings together top FBI profilers, homicide detectives, criminal defense attorneys, prosecutors, forensic experts, journalists, victims' advocates, and survivors to analyze the biggest true crime stories. From high-profile murder cases and missing persons investigations to serial killers, criminal psychology, police procedures, and major court trials, STS delivers fact-based reporting and expert insight from those who have worked some of the nation's most notorious cases. Known for having the best guest in true crime, STS gives viewers direct access to the experts behind the headlines. Join #STSNation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/stsnation) for live shows, breaking updates, audience Q&As, and in-depth case analysis. Surviving the Survivor is the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime and is hosted by Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman. STS covers the biggest trending true crime cases along with breaking news. You can also find us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com (https://pcm.adswizz.com) for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
21 Aug 2026
Donna Adelson Files Appeal; More Details, More Drama and Her "Emergency" Behind Bars
Donna Adelson is fighting back with an appeal as new details emerge about her legal battle and her “emergency” behind bars. In this episode, STS breaks down Donna Adelson’s appeal, the latest court developments, and the circumstances surrounding her request for relief while in custody. What is behind Donna Adelson’s emergency, and could her appeal change what happens next in the Dan Markel murder case? Key Points: Donna Adelson files an appeal Details surrounding her legal challenge Her “emergency” request while behind bars The latest developments in Donna’s case The Dan Markel murder investigation Potential arguments from Donna’s legal team What prosecutors could argue in response How the appeal could affect her future What happens next in court The Donna Adelson case continues to develop following years of investigation, courtroom battles, and major convictions tied to the murder of Dan Markel. STS examines the appeal, legal arguments, custody issues, and latest developments while separating confirmed facts from allegations and speculation. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, true crime news, cold cases, and real crime stories, bringing context and analysis to the cases that continue to make headlines. Subscribe, Like & Set Alerts to "ALL" for show times & breaking news. https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingThe... (https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingTheSurvivor?sub_confirmation=1) Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-yr... (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-yriE5bY713MoWJOrK5GvA/join) Support the show & be a part of #STSNation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/stsnation): Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEFaelkxNTNLYkV3U2U5ODgtZFNqWURVQm9UUXxBQ3Jtc0ttTXBCUy1QenNVSHBFNkZWUXg0Q3Z1QURUcDBoWC1RdEV1Szk1RDNKVklnQjZNWmFwWE5OQVdLMFlrZHQxMXBNSUw2VldEcVU0d3dPZkdQakFScjdtNFNWY3JlV2l3LU14OWJNMEg0c0xXLXR3UVZ2cw&q=Https%3A%2F%2Fwww.paypal.com%2Fncp%2Fpayment%2FGJ5DTTCU3A9X2&v=yjw_BVsGSok) VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmFkNEpYQ0F5eTlVU192X0VJVTVUYmM2WmdFUXxBQ3Jtc0trVUVwNE9jU3c2WWdtX3FLS0xlQzZpZk54MzdTSE5NaHBidUVtck9vamdyNEU5SDZjVDI0VmlyZHJzRG5ybGxNRWhIQTBCTzI5TFRXdmJhdEF1TE9KSmlENWtVM1Z0RjJ3UW45bjVwYVhrQW9xSWRZUQ&q=Https%3A%2F%2Fwww.venmo.com%2Fstspodcast&v=yjw_BVsGSok) Check out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/ (https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=product_shelf) Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLx (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDdaV0xiUGt3RkZFZ1VUWWlrSnN2R2pSaUtYQXxBQ3Jtc0ttRFg4WHA3THpTSlU0S1E3cUl2WGtCalUzamtLZHhJRXhkOFZCSUU2WXhLOUZ5SmZsZU5mSDE5RDBMZnNZUjZsUlBKVHFla1RnTndsWjd5Z1M1OGwxQWhJdWtoNWFXYlY0X3N2YWp3Qk9SejFaTkQ4Yw&q=Https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F48GwbLx&v=yjw_BVsGSok) Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor (https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor) Email: SurvivingTheSurvivor@gmail.com Surviving The Survivor is a leading destination for true crime analysis, breaking crime news, murder trial coverage, criminal investigations, courtroom breakdowns, and live case discussions. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Joel Waldman and his mother Karm, a child Holocaust survivor, STS brings together top FBI profilers, homicide detectives, criminal defense attorneys, prosecutors, forensic experts, journalists, victims' advocates, and survivors to analyze the biggest true crime stories. From high-profile murder cases and missing persons investigations to serial killers, criminal psychology, police procedures, and major court trials, STS delivers fact-based reporting and expert insight from those who have worked some of the nation's most notorious cases. Known for having the best guest in true crime, STS gives viewers direct access to the experts behind the headlines. Join #STSNation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/stsnation) for live shows, breaking updates, audience Q&As, and in-depth case analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com (https://pcm.adswizz.com/) for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Surviving the Survivor is the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime and is hosted by Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman. STS covers the biggest trending true crime cases along with breaking news. You can also find us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com (https://pcm.adswizz.com) for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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