Episode Details

In Episode 22 of Crime Time Inc., host Alex dives into the turbulent Charles Manson trial, focusing on President Nixon's controversial statement that could have derailed the case. The episode details how Nixon's blunder affected the courtroom atmosphere, the subsequent suspicions and motions by Manson's attorney Irving Kanarek, and the stringent measures taken to shield the jury from external influences. The episode also covers the crucial testimony of star witness Linda Kasabian, revealing her resilience under intense cross-examination and the prosecution's efforts to corroborate her account. The discovery of new evidence, witness testimony, and the ever-present threat of the Manson Family outside the court are all meticulously detailed, making this episode a must-watch for anyone following the infamous trial.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:18 Nixon's Controversial Comments

02:12 Courtroom Drama Unfolds

02:16 Linda Kasabian's Testimony

03:15 Kanarek's Cross-Examination Tactics

06:20 Manson's Manipulations and Jury Reactions

09:54 Prosecution's Challenges and Witness Woes

15:37 Juan Flynn's Crucial Testimony

19:13 The Trial's Twists and Turns

19:47 Detailed Forensic Evidence

27:57 LaBianca Murders and Defense Strategies

32:34 Fingerprint Evidence and LAPD Fumbles

36:20 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

Tom Wood is a former murder squad detective and Deputy Chief Constable of Lothian and Borders Police in Scotland. Tom worked on many high profile murder cases including Robert Black, Peter Tobin and was part of the team investigating The World’s End Murders from day one until 37 years later when the culprit, Angus Sinclair was finally convicted. Tom was latterly the detective in overall charge of The World’s End murder investigation. 

Tom is now retired from the Police and is a successful author.

Tom Wood's Books

 Ruxton: The First Modern Murder https://amzn.eu/d/25k8KqG

The World's End Murders: The Inside Story https://amzn.eu/d/5U9nLoP

Simon is a retired Police Officer and the best selling author of The Ten Percent, https://amzn.eu/d/5trz6bs a memoir consisting of

stories from the first part of his career as a police officer. From joining in 1978,

being posted in Campbeltown in Argylll, becoming a detective on the Isle of

Bute, Scotland, through to the Serious Crime Squad and working in the busy Glasgow

station in Govan.

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Further reading on Charles Manson which helped influence this podcast:

Manson: The Life and Times of Charles Manson by Jeff Guinn

Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry

Charles Manson, the CIA and the Secret History of the Sixties by Tom O'Neill

About Crime Time Inc.

Season 5 of Crime Time Inc. broadens its reach across two sides of the Atlantic.

This season features cases from Scotland and across the wider UK — rooted in real investigative experience — alongside deep dives into some of the most infamous murder cases in American history.

Hosted by former detectives Simon and Tom, with experience in both the UK and the United States, including time working alongside the FBI, the show strips away sensationalism to explain how crime and justice really work.

Two crime worlds. One podcast.

New episodes released regularly throughout the season.

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