The Emily Show

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The defendant, Brendan Banfield, is charged with the murders of his wife, Christine Banfield (an ICU nurse), and another man, Joseph Ryan. This murder trial in Fairfax County, Virginia, with Judge Ascarate presiding (yes, the one from the Depp-Heard case!).

Hear the shocking theory—an affair with the family's young au pair, Juliana Peres Magalhães, led to a calculated plot to murder Christine and pin the blame on an unsuspecting "fall guy" (Joseph Ryan) lured through a kinky sex roleplay fantasy ("catfishing"). The defense counters by focusing heavily on the reliability of the co-defendant, Juliana Perez Magal, who took a plea deal for manslaughter. They question her incentivized testimony, the police investigation's "catfish theory," and the abrupt removal of key homicide detectives.

The au pair, who flipped on Banfield, starts her explosive testimony, detailing the affair, the murder plan, and her involvement in the events of February 24th, 2023. This is a case of alleged premeditated murder driven by a desire to avoid divorce, secure custody, and keep a secret affair. It's a fast-moving trial, and we are zooming to catch up!

RESOURCES

Brendan Banfield Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gJb4sr2pUz0DBmbgee_wMs9

Brendan Banfield Trial Case Briefs - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH62KmcADDEwU_PMD6z6QGdsz 

Depp v. Heard Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gLVeg1x2AInDBfPU6-ffnD0Donna Adelson Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gL0_OPy2AliqyEjGcI8QzBu
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Welcome back to The Emily Show! This week, we dive into major developments across both the criminal and pop culture dockets. We're breaking down all the latest in the case of Michael McKee, who was arrested for the murders of Spencer and Monique Tepe. Get the latest on Tom Sandoval, Ariana Madix and Rachel Leviss’ lawsuits stemming from the "Scandoval”. A quick take on the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City reunion and the difference between a lawsuit being a "win" versus being "dismissed due to settlement."

RESOURCES

Columbus OH Press Conference - https://youtu.be/AhhDasVphqA 

Last Week's Podcast - https://youtu.be/x4RZ-lnFA48 

Michael McKee Extradition Hearing - https://youtu.be/UU_txxMOYt8

Scandoval Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gID24o55Ov__Xa8QWZLxnF- 

Rachael Leviss sues Tom Sandoval & Ariana Madix - https://youtu.be/r3Jw9RQq7gk 

Bryan Kohberger Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKASBczV3CsUx-t5oRAK0ca

TikTok Psychic Lawsuit - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gJhnNYbw7Go9agKxL9poNLvDepp v. Heard Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gLVeg1x2AInDBfPU6-ffnD0
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In this Case Brief, we cover the significant rulings from the recent sealed motions hearing that are shaping the upcoming trial of Kouri Richins. She is accused of killing her husband, Eric Richins, with a lethal dose of fentanyl. The judge has granted Court TV full camera access, allowing for the live streaming of the trial proceedings.

The court ruled, in part, on the admissibility of the highly controversial "walk the dog letter" (Docket 214). The prosecution argues the letter, written by the defendant, is an attempt to solicit false testimony from her brother to support a fabricated defense that Eric obtained fentanyl, thus revealing her "consciousness of guilt." The Kouri Richins trial is set to begin on February 23rd, with jury selection starting on February 11th. Don't miss this crucial breakdown of what the jury is likely to see and hear!

RESOURCES

Kouri Richins Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gJYyEMQDM_Cn4icqWBV20fW Karen Read 2025 Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gL3CbMJHvrKiAD1aDNcblnO
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In this comprehensive case brief, we break down the latest developments in the tragic double homicide of Spencer and Monique Tepe in Columbus, Ohio. They were found deceased with gunshot wounds on December 30, 2025. Two minor children were found unharmed inside the home. Monique Tepe's ex-husband, vascular surgeon Michael McKee, was arrested in Rockford, Illinois, on January 10, 2026. An overview of the probable cause affidavit, which connects neighborhood video surveillance and a vehicle to McKee, as well as comments from Spencer's family regarding the ex-husband.

We look at Michael McKee's initial court appearance on January 12th, where he waived extradition to Ohio to face charges. The prosecution initially filed murder charges, but quickly elevated them to Aggravated Murder (first-degree premeditated murder) for both victims, alleging McKee acted "purposely with prior calculation and design" and shot the victims multiple times. This elevated charge carries the potential for life without the possibility of parole or the death penalty in Ohio.

RESOURCES

The Emily Show Tepe’s Case Episode - https://youtu.be/x4RZ-lnFA48 

Alex Murdaugh Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw Bryan Kohberger Case - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKASBczV3CsUx-t5oRAK0ca
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In this episode, we break down the latest developments in the tragic double homicide case of Spencer and Monique Tepe in Columbus, Ohio. After weeks of limited information, an arrest has been made—Monique's ex-husband, Michael David McKee. We are going over all the facts that have been released to the public, including the chilling 911 calls, the police video of a person of interest, and the probable cause affidavit that led to the arrest.

RESOURCES

Bryan Kohberger Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKASBczV3CsUx-t5oRAK0ca

Donna Adelson Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gL0_OPy2AliqyEjGcI8QzBu

Brian Walshe Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK0wNHtj-4Xm0KF84vD6VIW

Kouri Richins Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gJYyEMQDM_Cn4icqWBV20fW
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