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Bob SirottKaren Conti: What does the Constitution say about declaring war?
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Jon Hansen (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about where in the Constitution it addresses the authority to declare war and who can declare it. She also shares details about laws for how cool landlords must keep apartments in heat waves.
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Karen ContiZehner Trial Consulting founder Dave Zehner dives into high profile cases
Dave Zehner joins Karen Conti to discuss recent cases including the Karen Read settlement, jury issues in the Weinstein case, and why a juror was removed from the P. Diddy case.
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The 14th Amendment’s role in birthright citizenship
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2025-06-2200 minBob SirottKaren Conti: Could dismissing a juror mean the possibility of a mistrial?
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how a judge decides if someone is entitled to a public defender and what happens if a jury can decide on some charges, but not all of them. She also shares details about the juror who was dismissed from Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial, and if that warrants for a mistrial.
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2025-06-1800 minBob SirottKaren Conti: The state of California’s lawsuit against President Trump
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to discuss the state of California’s lawsuit against President Trump and why Mike Madigan was denied a new trial. She also shares details about talk of jury misconduct in Harvey Weinstein’s trial and the new ruling concerning payments to college athletes.
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Universal Studios o2025-06-1100 minKaren ContiGilbert King details the wrongful conviction of Leo Schofield
Gilbert King, Pulitzer Prize winning author and podcaster, joins Karen Conti to talk about the value of both writing books and doing podcasts on wrongful convictions. Gilbert dives in on the Leo Schofield case that resulted in Leo serving 36 years for the 1987 murder of his wife that he did not commit. Gilbert and Karen also discuss season 2 of his podcast, Bone Valley, which focuses on the suspect in the Leo Schofield case.
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The 14th Amendment’s...2025-06-0900 minKaren ContiSylvia Perez: Illinois trying to do away with third-party reservation resellers
Chicago news reporter Sylvia Perez joins Karen Conti to talk about her four-decade career and new podcast, Supper with Sylvia. Sylvia explains the Restaurant Reservation Anti-Piracy Act and how it affects online reservations. Sylvia and Karen also talk about how the state of news has changed since Sylvia began her career.
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2025-06-0900 minBob SirottKaren Conti: Do kids have same free speech protections as adults?
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the court could decide Mike Madigan’s sentencing and an Illinois bill that would require gun owners to lock up their firearms when a minor is present. She also discusses Larry Hoover’s commuted sentence and why a Florida judge strikes a law banning kids from social media.
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Roeper: How will lifetime ban on heckling fan be enforced?
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How scammers targ...2025-06-0400 minKaren ContiScammer farms netting billions of dollars
Julian Morgans, journalist and podcaster of Scammerland, joins Karen Conti to discuss the issue of scammer farms in southeast Asia. Julian and Karen detail the farms that have imprisoned over 400,000 people and are forcing them to work online to scam people.
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2025-06-0200 minKaren ContiPreviewing Venetian Night with Gabriella Rago
Gabriella Rago, spokesperson for the Italian American Human Relations Foundation, joins Karen Conti to discuss ‘Venetian Night’ in Chicago. Gabriella details the food, entertainment, and boat parade that will all be featured at the event. Karen also talks more about the boating competition that she will be judging. The event will take place on the Chicago Riverwalk on Saturday, July 26th at 6:00 PM.
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Crime AnalystDiddy’s Dirty Tactics: It’s Called Coercive Control with Lisa Bilyeu, Dr Ann Burgess and Karen ContiIn this gripping episode Laura and co-host Lisa Bilyeu are joined by Dr. Ann Burgess and defense attorney Karen Conti to take a powerful and in-depth look at the complex layers of coercive control, grooming tactics, the links between these patterns and trafficking, and unpack likely defense strategies in the case against Sean “Diddy” Comb to silence victims, and the trial’s centerpiece - Cassie’s lawsuit and the now-viral hotel video.
This isn’t about celebrity scandal—this is about sharing the knowledge to recognise the red flags and protect those at risk, shining a light on systemic a...2025-05-131h 10Karen ContiWhat is the role of a mediator?
Karen Conti is joined in-studio by attorney/mediator Faustin ‘Frosty’ Pipal to discuss mediation and how it resolves legal disputes. Additionally, Karen’s husband Jerry joins the show and the three perform a ‘mock’ mediation.
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2025-04-0600 minKaren ContiCan a presidential administration have an effect on employment?
Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Karen Conti to talk about employment law amid the mass federal employee layoffs and the effect new presidential administrations can have on employment.
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2025-03-1000 minKaren ContiJudge David Ellis discuss the law and his crime fiction writing
David Ellis, a Judge and an Edgar-award-winning author of ten novels of crime fiction, as well as eight books co-authored with James Patterson, joins Karen Conti and Patrick Dolan, Karen’s partner at Conti and Dolan, to talk about his writing style and how he goes about writing crime novels.
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2025-03-1000 minKaren ContiA warning on how addictive sports gambling can be
Lester Munson, lawyer and former Sports Illustrated and ESPN sportswriter, joins Karen Conti and Patrick Dolan, Karen’s partner at Conti and Dolan, to talk about the dangers of sports gambling and how addictive it can be. Then Lester discusses whether or not Pete Rose should be in the Hall of Fame.
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The Storehouse Media PodcastKaren Conti Lawyer and Legal AnalystKaren Conti is one of Chicago’s mostprominent lawyers and legal analysts. For 37years she has actively litigated cases acrossthe country, tried jury trials, and handledappeals in a variety of different practiceareas. She has handled numerous high-profile and noteworthy cases across thecountry including a First Amendment appealbefore the U. S. Supreme Court and the finaldeath row appeals of serial killer John WayneGacy. She is a dynamic speaker, writer, and...2025-02-2821 minKaren ContiCreator of John Wayne Gacy docuseries joins Karen Conti
John Borowski, filmmaker and producer of the new docuseries, “The John Wayne Gacy Murders: Life and Death in Chicago, “ joins Karen Conti to discuss the new series, and share what he found during the creation of the series.
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Steve Dale's Other WorldKaren Conti shares the latest on the TikTok ban
Karen Conti, Partner at Conti & Dolan and host of The Karen Conti Show on WGN Radio, joins Steve Dale, filling in for Lisa Dent, to talk about the recent TikTok ban. Despite the ban going into place on January 19th, TikTok became available in US again after a 14-hour blackout when President Trump claimed that he would give the company a 90-day reprieve to avoid a ban.
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Step into the PivotKaren Zander: Uphill Marathon of Elder CareKaren Zander, an executive director at JP Morgan, courageously opens up about the complex and often untold journey of caring for aging parents, a reality many face but few discuss openly. Karen's personal story of managing her father's physical challenges and her mother's dementia and Parkinson's disease is likened to participating in an endless, uphill marathon. Her insights highlight the unpredictable nature of these responsibilities and underscore the importance of having a support network. Within this discussion, Karen draws compelling parallels between preparing for life's unexpected events and training for a marathon, reminding us that many face these challenges...2024-12-2032 min
William Ramsey InvestigatesKilling Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row, the New Book by Author Karen Conti.Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row, the New Book by Author Karen Conti.Author Website:https://www.karenconti.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/william-ramsey-investigates--1898073/support.2024-11-0739 min
Women of ImpactThe 9 Diddy Conspiracies That No One Wants to Talk About | Andrew Bustamante & Karen Conti - PT 2In this episode, host Lisa Bilyeu is joined by ex-CIA spy Andrew Bustamante and renowned defense attorney Karen Conti for a riveting discussion on the complex interplay between power, money, and justice in high-profile cases. Focusing on Sean "Diddy" Combs, the panel unravels allegations of abuse, manipulation, and the concealed video evidence that has sparked intense debate.Our guests delve into the mechanisms of reputational protection, the ethics and legality of selective video management by hotels, and the broader implications of federal investigations that could ripple through the entertainment and financial sectors. They also...2024-10-3158 minWomen of ImpactThe 9 Diddy Conspiracies That No One Wants to Talk About | Andrew Bustamante & Karen Conti - PT 1In this episode, host Lisa Bilyeu is joined by ex-CIA spy Andrew Bustamante and renowned defense attorney Karen Conti for a riveting discussion on the complex interplay between power, money, and justice in high-profile cases. Focusing on Sean "Diddy" Combs, the panel unravels allegations of abuse, manipulation, and the concealed video evidence that has sparked intense debate.Our guests delve into the mechanisms of reputational protection, the ethics and legality of selective video management by hotels, and the broader implications of federal investigations that could ripple through the entertainment and financial sectors. They also...2024-10-3050 min
The Woman of Value PodcastS5 EP10: Karen Conti - Becoming a Force to Be Reckoned WithKaren Conti is one of Chicago’s most prominent lawyers and legal analysts. For 37 years, she has litigated cases across the country and handled numerous high-profile and noteworthy cases across the country. She’s a dynamic speaker, writer, and media personality. Over the past 30 years, she hosted award-winning radio shows in Chicago and is the host of a popular weekly broadcast, “The Karen Conti Show”. She has been a regular commentator on all the local television stations as well as CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, NewsNation, and National Desk, where she had a weekly segment. She’s also the author of the new...2024-10-1742 min
Killer PsycheQuincy Allen: A Conversation with Karen ContiRetired FBI agent and criminal profiler Candice DeLong speaks with Karen Conti, John Wayne Gacy’s former appeals lawyer, to discuss the case of Quincy Allen. In 2002, Allen went on a deadly crime spree that claimed the lives of four people across two states. He pleaded guilty in both states, receiving a life sentence in one – but a death sentence in the other. His sentence was overturned in 2022 after it was found that Allen’s history of childhood abuse and mental illness were not considered by the sentencing judge – and, most recently, Allen was resentenced to life in prison instead...2024-10-1541 min
Women of ImpactHow to Stay One Step Ahead of Predators, Manipulators, and Liars | Karen Conti - PT 2Welcome back to part 2 of this incredibly revealing and unnerving conversation with top defense attorney Karen Conti talking all about how dangerous people like narcissists, conmen, and even serial killers will deceive and manipulate you to get what they want. And we’re diving even deeper into breaking down allllll the plays master manipulators like P Diddy, Jeffery Epstein, and John Wayne Gacy use to trick you, lie to you, and hurt you AND how YOU can protect yourself from the dangerous people that are hiding in plain sight and looking for nice, unsuspecting, and...2024-10-101h 03
Women of ImpactHow to Stay One Step Ahead of Predators, Manipulators, and Liars | Karen Conti - PT 1Have you ever met someone that just oozed charm, made you laugh, was soooo damn charismatic, they just seemed like they were totally nice, normal, harmless person??…and then come to find out they were actually secretly a manipulative and abusive wolf hiding in sheeps clothing? And no one, ESPECIALLY YOU, can believe that the *seemingly* nice guy, is actually the guy who was prolifically cheating on his wife, stealing money from his employer, or even worse… and you had NO IDEA?!?! The thing is guys, dangerous people are lurkin...2024-10-0947 min
Terror Talk - True Crime Through a Psychological LensAuthor Karen Conti - John Wayne Gacy's Death Row LawyerKaren Conti, a trial and appellate attorney, discusses her experience defending John Wayne Gacy, America's most evil serial killer, on death row with Dr. Shannon Calder and Dr. Catherine Barrett. Karen shares how she became involved in the case and the personal and professional challenges she faced. She also talks about the process of writing her book about the experience and the emotional impact it had on her. She addresses the complexities of defending someone like Gacy and the backlash she received from the public. Conti emphasizes the importance of understanding the humanity of even the most heinous criminals and...2024-09-0443 min
Kinda MurderyAmerican Monsters: John Wayne Gacy - Featuring an Interview with Gacy Attorney Karen ContiKinda Murdery is back with new episodes and a brand new season! The first episode of Season 7 is the story of America's most notorious serial killer - The Killer Clown - John Wayne Gacy. After the Gacy story, Zevon interviews Karen Conti, Gacy's Death Row attorney, and author of the riveting, award-winning new book, "Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy." Karen shares stories of her one-on-one time with Gacy, and offers some fascinating insights into human morality, horror, the justice system, the death penalty and more...Links to Karen's Book, Radio Show, Podcast...Karen Conti's Bo...2024-08-021h 22
The Ghoulfriend HourKilling Time With Karen Conti- Lawyer of John Wayne Gacy.In this riveting episode of The Ghoulfriend Hour, we sit down with the esteemed attorney and author Karen Conti to discuss her latest book. Dive deep into the chilling accounts and untold stories from her time as John Wayne Gacy’s lawyer. Karen shares personal anecdotes, legal insights, and the emotional toll of defending one of history’s most notorious serial killers. Don't miss this gripping conversation that intertwines true crime and the legal world, shedding light on the complexities of the justice system and the human psyche.
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https://a.co/d/i...2024-07-301h 19Karen ContiRetired NYPD sergeant and expert on cold cases Joseph Giacolone talks cold cases
Joseph Giacolone, retired NYPD sergeant and expert on cold cases, joins Karen Conti to talk about the Gilgo Beach murders and the men who have been found dead in the Chicago waterways.
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2024-07-2800 minKaren ContiWhat lead to the dismissal charges for Alec Baldwin
Damon Cheronis, Chicago attorney, joins Karen Conti to talk about the dismissal of the charges against Alec Baldwin.
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2024-07-1500 minKaren ContiWhat people say on death row
Dr. Bill Kimberlin, author of “Watch Me Die: Last Words From Death Row“, joins Karen Conti to discuss the book and more!
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Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollumDefending America's Most Evil Serial Killer | John Wayne Gacy's Defense LawyerKaren Conti is one of Chicago’s most prominent lawyers and legal analysts. For 37 years. she has actively litigated cases across the country, tried jury trials, and handled appeals in a variety of different practice areas. She has handled numerous high-profile and noteworthy cases across the country, including a First Amendment appeal before the U. S. Supreme Court. She is a dynamic speaker, writer, and media personality with over 30 years of experience in national and local radio and television. For 30 years, she has hosted award-winning radio shows in Chicago, and is the host of a popu...2024-07-1039 minKaren ContiHow lost Purple Hearts get returned to the families of veterans
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs joins Karen Conti to talk about returning a Purple Heart to the family of a WWII vet. Michael also talks about how to claim lost money from your family. For more information visit icash.illinoistreasurer.gov.
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2024-07-0800 minKaren ContiThe 58th anniversary of the Freedom of Information Act
Matt Topic, partner at Loevy and Loevy, joins Karen Conti in honor of the 58th anniversary of the Freedom of Information Act. Marc explains the importance of the act and how he used it to obtain the video in the Laquan McDonald case.
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2024-07-0800 minKaren ContiA book about mental health in law enforcement
Kevin Donaldson, a retired police officer, joins Karen Conti to talk about his book “Man Are You Crazy” about job stress, PTSD, and more that police officers face.
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2024-07-0800 minKaren ContiWhy do mass shootings happen?
Dr. Adam Lankford, Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Alabama, joins Karen Conti to talk about who becomes a mass shooter and why it is such a problem in the United States.
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True Crime & Human DesignHumanity in Horror: Defending John Wayne Gacy with Karen ContiIf you are loving True Crime & Human Design, your donation can allow it to continue to expand and evolve! A little goes a long way! Join Corrine Araujo and her very special guest, Karen Conti; John Wayne Gacy's Death Row Attorney. At just 29 years old, Karen allowed her curiosity to guide her into what would propel her career in ways she couldn't imagine. In this episode, we dive into the complexities of Gacy's background, his abusive childhood, head injuries, and how these factors may have influenced his criminal behavior. Karen describes her personal experiences and interactions with Ga...2024-06-271h 02Karen ContiSignificance of the Emancipation Proclamation and Juneteenth
Christina Shutt, Director of the Lincoln Library and Museum, joins Karen Conti to explain the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation and Juneteenth.
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2024-06-2400 minKaren ContiWhat to know about DUI law
Attorney Sarah Toney joins Karen Conti to talk about DUI law with summer starting this week and the recent arrest of Justin Timberlake for DWI.
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Justin Timberlake breaks silence following arrest: ‘Sometimes I’m hard to love’
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DEAD Talks161 - Inside the mind of serial killer John Wayne Gacy | Karen ContiKaren Conti represented John Wayne Gacy, one of the most notorious American serial killers, on death row and is one of Chicago’s most prominent lawyers and legal analysts. Thirty years after Gacy’s execution, Conti looks back through the eyes of a seasoned professional on the legal and media circus that ensued—and her countless hours of detailed conversation with the killer clown. We hear for the first time about Gacy’s gruesome “Body Book.” Were there more victims? Conspirators involved in the murders? What secrets were buried with him?
To purchase her book "Killing Time...2024-06-1749 minKaren ContiWhat legal rights do you have when a product isn’t as advertised
Attorney Spencer Sheehan joins Karen Conti to talk about the recent class action brought against Cold Stone Creamery alleging that their pistachio ice cream does not contain pistachios.
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MBP (Murder, Blood, & Psychopaths)Episode 87- Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America’s Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row with Guest Karen Conti. Episode 87- Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America’s Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row with Guest Karen Conti. Welcome to Episode 87 with Guest Karen Conti. In this episode, Karen unpacks her history with Serial killer John Wayne Gacy. Karen represented serial killer John Wayne Gacy in his final death row appeals back in 1993-4. Friday, May 17th marked the 30th anniversary of his execution, and my book, “Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America’s Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row,” was published by Black Lyon in March. Karen’s book is about conv...2024-06-1142 minKaren ContiJohn Maher talks funeral news and estate planning
John Maher, funeral director and estate planning lawyer, joins Karen Conti to talk about a Nebraska woman who was found alive in the funeral home and the 80 families in Central Illinois who are suing a funeral home because the ashes they received were not those of their family members.
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2024-06-1000 minKaren ContiWhat is ‘parental alienation’?
Dawn Boettger, Family Therapist, joins Karen Conti to talk about parental alienation in light of the child of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s daughter filing to change her name to remove Pitt’s name. “Parental alienation” is the systemic bad-mouthing of one parent by the other to destroy the relationship with the children.
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Daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt files court petition to remove father’s last name
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Dr. Stephen Halbrook, one of the country’s foremost 2nd Amendment experts, joins Karen Conti to talk about the Hunter Biden gun trial. Is the law that is being used to prosecute him unconstitutional?
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Twisted and UncorkedEpisode 156 Part 3 - They Were Here with Karen ContiWe were given the opportunity to interview Karen Conti, an attorney and absolute badass that worked with John Wayne Gacy on his defense. Being new to law, and a female, the times posed a number of challenges for Karen that she combatted with such grace. We hope you enjoy this very special Part 3.Check out her book Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy now, you won't be disappointed.Want more twisted content, consider joining our Patreon. If you decide to join, you can expect welcome goodies and 100+ bonus episodes ready for you to unlock. Your support...2024-06-0453 minKaren ContiWhat right do you have when trip plans go awry
Jeffrey Ment, an expert in travel law, joins Karen Conti to talk about legal issues when it comes to planning trips and changes that are coming.
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2024-06-0200 minKaren ContiAn update on the Christopher Columbus statue
Louis Rago, President of the Italian American Human Relations Foundation, joins Karen Conti to talk about the Christopher Columbus statues and the status of their removal.
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Killer’s CrawlspaceEpisode 173: Interview with Att. Karen ContiBruce sits down to interview Karen Conti who was Gacy's last attorney. They discuss Gacy and a few other topics.
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California Haunts RadioDefending John Wayne Gacy with Karen ContiKaren Conti is one of Chicago’s most prominent lawyers, legal analysts, and law professors. She is a dynamic speaker, writer, and media personality with over 30 years of experience in national and local radio and television.As an aggressive and driven litigator and trial lawyer for 36 years, Karen has handled numerous high-profile and noteworthy cases across the country including a U.S. Supreme Court appeal and several well-known Chicago-area criminal cases including the death row appeals for serial killer John Wayne Gacy. Her experience spans almost all areas of law including criminal, appellate, family law, and business li...2024-05-301h 01
Legal Face-offTrump Trials, Alito’s Flags, ICC Arrest Warrants & much more
Clarkson Law Firm Partner Glenn Danas explains a Hail Mary legal maneuver in Trump’s classified documents case.
Berkley Judicial Institute of Law Executive Director Jeremy Fogel explains the judicial ethics of Justice Alito’s “Stop the Steal” flags.
Atlantic Council Director of Strategic Litigation Project Gissou Nia provides insight into ICC’s application for arrest warrants against Hamas and Israeli leaders.
In the Legal Grab Bag, Rich is joined by returning guests Seneca Insurance Vice President and Litigation Manager Derrick Mullen and Conti & Dolan Founding Partner & WGN Legal Analyst Karen Conti to discuss th...2024-05-2500 min
Adika Live!KAREN CONTI Author of Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy#truecrimestories #johnwaynegacy #serialkillerdocumentary John Wayne Gacy killed more than 33 victims, and the "Killer Clown" didn't do it alone, his lawyer believes. Karen Conti was a fledgling attorney in the early 1990s when she defended the most infamous serial killer at the time during his final death row appeals from 1993 to his execution by lethal injection May 4, 1994.Gacy was convicted of 33 murders, but Conti said she's certain there are more victims. John Wayne Gacy raped, tortured, and murdered 33 boys and young men, burying most of them in the crawlspace under his Chicago home. Karen...2024-05-1643 minKaren ContiWhat rights do women have with in vitro fertilization
Nidhi Desai, reproductive rights attorney, joins Karen Conti to talk about in vitro fertilization and what rights women have. Later on, Nidhi talks about adoption and how that process works.
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Andie Kramer, lawyer, gender bias expert, and author of Beyond Bias: The PATH to End Gender Inequality at Work, joins Karen Conti to talk about mothers in the workplace in honor of today being Mother’s Day.
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Judge Grace Dickler, former presiding judge of Domestic Relations Court in Cook County, joins Karen Conti to talk about how women are treated in family law court regarding children.
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Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma StoriesWhat It's Like To Be A Police Officer. I Was a Guest on WGN Radio, Karen Conti Show. Special Episode.What it's like to be a Police Officer. I was a guest on WGN Radio, The Karen Conti Show. Special Episode. What traits make for a great police officer? What character traits prevent some people from being good police officers? Does a College Degree make a better police officer. Police use of deadly force, shootings. My reaction to the so-called controversy regarding Chicago Police firing 91 rounds in 41 seconds during a car stop. In this special episode I was a guest on the Karen Conti Radio Show on WGN Radio, I offer an insider's perspective on the life...2024-05-1234 minKaren ContiJohn Jay Wiley tells you what it’s like to be a police officer
John Jay Wiley, a retired Baltimore Police officer, joins Karen Conti with next week being National Police Week. Jay talks about who should be a police officer and what it is like to be one. Jay is also the host of the popular podcast, “Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show.”
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Dave Zehner, from Zehner Trial Consulting, joins Karen Conti to talk about jury selection and how it relates to former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Dave also talks about how juries are different post-OJ Simpson.
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Last Podcast On The LeftKilling Time with John Wayne Gacy: An Interview with Karen ContiThis week the boys are joined by very special guest and author of the new book "Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row" - Karen Conti joins us to discuss the new book, her firsthand experiences representing Gacy during his final death row appeals, and a peek into the convoluted mind of one of history's most prolific killers.
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Prophecy & Forensics: True Stories with Rev. Kymmi & Dr. GS02 E15: Appointment with Death - John Wayne Gacy, with Special Guest Attorney Karen ContiIn this episode, Rev. Kymmi and Dr. G interview Karen Conti, the lawyer who represented John Wayne Gacy, the “Killer Clown” in the 1970s. They discuss her new book (“Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row”) and her experiences meeting with Gacy in prison, defending him in his final appeal on Illinois’ death row, as well as her insights into Gacy as a person. Are there unsolved cases that may be Gacy’s victims? Where are those bodies? Rev. Kymmi will use her gifts to seek God’s guidance for Words of Knowl...2024-04-291h 04
Makes Sense - with Dr. JC DoornickMaking Sense of of the Death Penalty with Karen Conti, esq - Episode 14Welcome to another episode of the Makes Sense Podcast with Dr. JC Doornick and a very special guest Karen Conti. In this episode we will be Making Sense of The Death Penalty as well as the idea of defending someone that the world perceives as a monster? Our guest is none other than Karen Conti, defense attorney for John Wayne Gacy and author of the best selling book, “Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy.. Connect with Karen Conti: Instagram: @karenconti23 Websites: www.karenconti.com New Book “Killing Time with John Wa...2024-04-2952 min
Let's Get LegalFTC’s ban on noncompete agreements, plus the WARN Act with Patrick Dolan
Conti & Dolan joins Let’s Get Legal! Host of WGN Radio’s “The Karen Conti Show” Karen Conti and employment lawyer Patrick Dolan join Jon Hansen to discuss the latest legal news. Lots of news this week for employees and employers as the FTC announced their ban on the non-compete clause and later Jon and Patrick talk about the abrupt shutting down of Dom’s and Foxtrot leading many to wonder if the WARN Act will come into play.
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GOLD SHIELDSGOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 68; CONFRONTING EVIL WITH KAREN CONTIWe hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did."HOW DO YOU DEFEND A MONSTER?"In this exciting episode of GOLD SHIELDS, attorney Karen Conti takes us on a ride that started with a drive into work, to then suddenly defending the most notorious serial killer in history, John Wayne Gacy. Karen's account of "The Call" and then coming face to face with Gacy was nothing short of chilling.This show will take you from the mind of a serial killer, to a lawyer's quest for Gacy's C...2024-04-2640 minGOLD SHIELDSGOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 68; CONFRONTING EVIL WITH KAREN CONTI"HOW DO YOU DEFEND A MONSTER?"In this exciting episode of GOLD SHIELDS, attorney Karen Conti takes us on a ride that started with a drive into work, to then suddenly defending the most notorious serial killer in history, John Wayne Gacy. Karen's account of "The Call" and then coming face to face with Gacy was nothing short of chilling.This show will take you from the mind of a serial killer, to a lawyers quest for Gacy's Constitutional rights. Instagram: @thegoldshieldshowX: @TheGoldShieldsChapters00:00 Introduction and Background05:52 Karen Con...2024-04-2639 min
Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best LifeTrue Crime, John Wayne Gacy And Defending a Serial Killer with Karen ContiIn this gripping episode, we delve into the chilling world of serial killer John Wayne Gacy with Karen Conti, the author of "Killing Time With John Wayne Gacy." Conti brings a unique perspective to the table as she recounts her experience as the last defense attorney fighting to spare Gacy from death row.Buy Karen's book here: Amazon.com: Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row eBook : Conti, Karen: Kindle StoreAs Conti shares her firsthand encounters with Gacy, listeners are...2024-04-2529 min
Darkness RadioKilling Time With John Wayne Gacy w/Karen ContiTrue Crime Tuesday presents Killing Time With John Wayne Gacy with Trial Attorney/Radio Host/TV Personality/Author, Karen Conti!
Karen Conti’s quest to end capital punishment for all, including notorious serial killer John Wayne Gacy, changed her life forever.
Conti was the only woman involved in 14 years of Gacy’s appeals —and she was one of the only people who knew what he was really like because he divulged secrets to her that he never did with anyone else.
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Karen Conti’s quest to end capital punishment for all, including notorious serial killer John Wayne Gacy, changed her life forever.
Conti was the only woman involved in 14 years of Gacy’s appeals —and she was one of the only people who knew what he was really like because he divulged secrets to her that he never did with anyone else.
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True Crime Time35. Defending Gacy with Karen ContiKaren Conti, John Wayne Gacy's death row appeals attorney, joins Meghan on this very special episode of True Crime Time to discuss Karen's new book "Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row". Join us for all things Gacy, you do not want to miss this!2024-04-231h 05
Unfiltered DiscussionsKilling Time with John Wayne Gacy ft. Karen ContiKaren Conti is one of Chicago’s most prominent lawyers and legal analysts.For 37 years she has actively litigated cases across the country, tried jury trials, and handled appeals in a variety of different practice areas. She has handled numerous high-profile and noteworthy cases across the country including a First Amendment appeal before the U. S. Supreme Court and the final death row appeals of serial killer John Wayne Gacy. She is a dynamic speaker, writer, and media personality with over 30 years of experience in national and local radio and television. For 30 years, she has hosted award-w...2024-04-1541 min
Too Old For This Sh*t#106 Defence Lawyer to Serial Killer John Wayne Gacy and her fight against the Death Penalty. Introducing Karen Conti.Karen Conti was a young and inexperienced attorney when she spent 7 months as part of the legal team representing serial killer John Wayne Gacy in his final death row appeals. A time that defined her professional trajectory. We discuss societal aspects of criminal infamy, including the consequences of giving attention to nefarious individuals and the importance of redirecting attention and funds from capital punishment towards crime prevention. Further, we reflect on the difficult balance for an empathetic lawyer between professional duty and public scrutiny. Karen offers sage wisdom on self-worth and living by one's own va...2024-04-151h 20Karen ContiIs it legal to steal a joke?
Carl Unegbu, lawyer and author of Comedy Goes to Court: When People Stop Laughing and Start Fighting, joins Karen Conti to discuss the legality of comedy, and if a joke can be ‘stolen.’
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Tracy Ullman and Dr. Katherine Ramsland, authors of The Serial Killer’s Apprentice, join Karen Conti to discuss the case of murderer Dean Corll, how he went about creating an ‘apprentice,’ and the idea of a ‘temporary psychopath.’
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Explore the Latest Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsKilling Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row by Karen ContiPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/757648 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America's Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row Author: Karen Conti Narrator: Karen Conti Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 14 minutes Release date: April 9, 2024 Genres: Law & Politics Publisher's Summary: John Wayne Gacy raped, tortured, and murdered 33 boys and young men, burying most of them in the crawlspace under his Chicago home. Karen Conti was in high school at the time watching the bodies being removed on the television news. Fourteen years pass. Through a twist of fate, Conti, now a young and...2024-04-0903 min
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Unforbidden TruthInterview with Karen Conti: Killing time with John Wayne GacyOn this week's episode, I speak with Karen Conti. Karen is a prominet lawyer from Chicago. She was the last person to represent executed serial killer, John Wayne Gacy. Karen speaks about how she became a lawyer, how she got involved with Gacy and what it was like after Gacy was executed, from her point of view. Killing Time With John Wayne Gacy: https://www.amazon.com/Killing-Time-John-Wayne-Gacy/dp/B0CX18R8DM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1C2W00KGXA5G4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tpVdc0LaqurQpYmRY5Bo2ANwRx4Gc4ebrulH8IL1LE2x3V88baZ85i7NIU6PiQCO_QOKls7z...2024-04-0829 min
The Fuzzy MicAttorney, Karen Conti on Defending Serial Killer, John Wayne GacySend us a textWe welcome the formidable Karen Conti, attorney and author of "Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy," for a conversation that challenges the depths of our understanding of crime, punishment, and human nature. With the chilling dichotomy of Gacy's life as both a community figure and a predator, Karen opens up about the rollercoaster of emotions and dangers she faced while representing one of the most vilified individuals in America's criminal history.In a startling revelation of Gacy's possible accomplices, Karen shakes the foundations of our assumptions, and expertly navigates us through...2024-04-0249 min