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Roberta Glass True Crime ReportDonna Adelson's Hit List!Donna Adelson’s lawyers call the allegations that she took out hits with her husband Harvey’s help on Katherine Magbanua, State snitch Drina Bernhardt’s mother and Adelson’s oldest son Robert from her lawyers Apple phone in prison a lie. Let’s talk about it.Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a channnel member for custom Emojis, first looks and...2025-07-272h 00
Shoga SpeaksHIV NegativeThe phrase "HIV Negative" implies the diagnosis "HIV positive," a precursor to the AIDS epidemic which decimated The stigma, still a force in some sectors of our society, delayed the mobilization for effective treatment when the epidemic first appeared in the early 80s. It took Ronald Reagan five years to even mention the word "AIDS," although the disease had been ravaging our community. His presidency set the tone of the national response: stigma and marginalization, insufficient funding, avoidance of public discussion, delays in research, funding, and education. As the epidemic conducted its scorched earth assault on gay America, the m...2025-07-2130 minRoberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Read's Defense Demands Judge Stop Trial & Let Karen Read Walk!In a desperate move for the defense, Karen Read’s pro-bono clout seeking lawyer Robert Alessi demands that Judge Cannone declare a mistrial & let Karen Read walk away Scott free! In other news, Dr. Marie “I See Dog Bites” Russell crumbles under a brutal cross by prosecutor Hank Brennan. Also, Officer Barros testifies that Read’s tailight got more damaged. Here’s why his testimony is a non-starter…Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereport Throw a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Rober...2025-06-041h 52Roberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Read's Data is Damning!Some tough days for the defense in the retrial of Karen Read. Robert Alessi fails to make any dents in the testimony of accident reconstructionist for the Commonwealth, Dr. Judson Welchler. Also, Karen Read tells on herself again in a post trial interview!Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a channnel member for custom Emojis, first looks and exclusive streams...2025-05-2942 minRoberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Read's Defense Objects Repeatedly to Expert Proving Collision!Karen Read’s supporters have repeated their pro-killer propaganda that there has been no evidence that proved a collision caused the death of John O’Keefe. Today’s witness, Judson Welchler testifying for the Commonwealth aimed to prove just that- that the evidence shows Karen Read drove her car in reverse and clipped John O’Keefe leaving him to die alone in a blizzard. Robert Alessi’s Karen Read’s pro-bono lawyer spent most of the day objecting.Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the t...2025-05-281h 44Roberta Glass True Crime ReportJudge Beverly Cannone Coddles Murderer Karen Read, Makes Victim's Family Suffer.Judge Beverly Cannone continues to coddle accused murderer Karen Read while ensuring the increased suffering of the victim John O’Keefe’s family. Whether she letting Karen Read’s legal team of David Yannetti, Alan Jackson, Elizabeth Little and Robert Alessi violate their rule 14 discovery obligations flagrantly and repeatedly or whether she’s refusing to punish Read’s lawyers for destroying over a hundred text messages with their client expert witnesses Judge Cannone’s favoritism towards the defense team is hard to miss. Judge Cannone’s latest decisions done in secret, proves her callousness and contempt for victim’s and their family mem...2025-05-1739 minRoberta Glass True Crime ReportDefense Cries Ambush & Disturbs Jury with Graphic Autopsy Photos in Karen Read Retrial!Robert Alessi made the loathesome decision of showing the jury graphic autopsy photos of John O’Keefe’s stomach and apparently horrifies the jury. Also, Karen Read’s lawyers Elizabeth Little, Alan Jackson and David Yannetti put Karen Read’s pro-bono lawyer Robert Alessi up to the task of arguing that they are being ambushed and accuse Hank Brennan & the Commonwealth of a rule 14 violation by making a slight admendment to an expert’s presentation. Alessi accuses the Commonwealth of doing it on purpose then retreats. Let’s talk about it!Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by b...2025-05-161h 57
Shoga SpeaksThe Jewish Roots of John GarfieldThis episode explores the life and legacy of actor John Garfield (born Julius Garfinkel), focusing on how his Jewish roots shaped his identity, artistic choices, and political stance. Journalist Robert Nott, author of He Ran All the Way: The Life of John Garfield, recounts Garfield’s upbringing on New York’s Lower East Side, among Jewish immigrant poverty, and strict religious expectations. Rejecting his Orthodox father’s path, Garfield turned to acting, eventually joining the leftist Group Theater—a hub of Jewish-American creativity and political activism.Garfield’s performances in the play Golden Boy and the movies Body and S...2025-05-1525 minRoberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Dearest! The Powerful Testimony You Didn't Hear on Day 15 of Karen Read's Trial!John O’Keefe’s niece (who is a minor) testified for the Commonwealth. Here’s the testimony that you didn’t hear. Also, more forensic evidence presented by Maureen Hartnett of Massachusetts State Police Crime Lab tying Karen Read and her SUV to the murder of John O’Keefe. Karen Read’s lawyer, Robert Alessi tried to discredit the witness and the evidence. Did it work. Aidan Turtleboy Kearney catches two more indictments for witness harassment. Let’s talk about it!Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https//:patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereport Throw a ti...2025-05-151h 16Roberta Glass True Crime Report"Bring Jen McCabe to Her Knees"! Did Karen Read's Cross Work?With rumors of Karen Read’s defense team (including Alan Jackson, David Yannetti, Elizabeth Little & Robert Alessi) imploding under the pressures of a retrial against specially appointed prosecutor Hank Brennan- the defense esperately needed to score points and establish a third party culprit in their cross-examination of Jennifer McCabe. Was Jackson’s cross-examination effective? Or was it another loss for the defense? Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereport Throw a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglass Support Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com...2025-05-041h 45
Shoga SpeaksWhich Road Did You Come From?, Part TwoIn the conclusion of The Artificial Grandma, Dr. Robert Philipson continues his journey through post-college drift, emotional illness, and the disillusionment of returning home. Set against the backdrop of a failed commune dream, an acid-laced revelation, and the oppressive weight of family history, Philipson navigates his internal crisis from the smoggy mountaintops of Southern California back to the bedroom of his childhood home in Pasadena. Host InfoHosted by Dr. Robert PhilipsonRobert is a former professor of African-American studies with a passion for jazz and art. A published author and Harlem Renaissance h...2025-04-2838 minRoberta Glass True Crime ReportJohn O'Keefe's Mother's Testimony Hits Hard! Karen Read Scalded By Her Own Words!Peggy O’Keefe gave powerful testimony in Karen Read’s retrial for Peggy’s son, John O’Keefe’s murder. Will Karen Read’s aggressive lawyers Alan Jackson, David Yannetti, Elizabeth Little and Robert Alessi be able to get an acquittal? Today we examine, Mrs. O’Keefe’s testimony and explore how Hank Brennan is using Karen Read’s own statements against her.Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCasCmfciTFDhUKGfylFG43A/joinGet access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the...2025-04-241h 46
Shoga SpeaksWhich Road Did You Come From?, Part OneDr. Robert Philipson reflects on the emotional limbo of post-college life in 1970s Pasadena, where returning home sparks a spiral of depression, existential doubt, and a search for meaning. Amid the decay of suburban sprawl and family disconnection, a psychedelic night with friends offers a vision of communal living rooted in shared purpose and simplicity. Philipson explores internal disillusionment with the external collapse of American ideals, crafting a powerful meditation on adulthood, authenticity, and the yearning to build a life beyond inherited expectations.Host InfoHosted by Dr. Robert PhilipsonRobert is a...2025-04-1854 minRoberta Glass True Crime ReportTrial By Ambush at Karen Read's New Hearing!Karen Read’s lying defense attorneys (David Yannetti, Alan Jackson, Elizabeth Little & Robert Alessi) efforts to ambush the Commonwealth (Hank Brennan, Adam Lally & Laura McLaughlin) were evident at today’s hearing. Does the rule of law still apply in the State of Mass?Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCasCmfciTFDhUKGfylFG43A/joinGet access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. http...2025-04-171h 46Roberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Read's Defense Expert Witness Circus!Karen Read’s trial is set to start next Tuesday and there are some doozies on the defense’s witness list. In this episode we look at two defense expert witnesses, Dr. Elizabeth Laposata & Garrett Wing.Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCasCmfciTFDhUKGfylFG43A/joinGet access to exclusive content & support the podcast by becoming a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglass2025-04-111h 23Roberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Read's Desperate PR Ploy! Will It Fall Flat!?Karen Read and her legal team of David Yannetti, Alan Jackson, Elizabeth Little and Robert Alessi are already such an enormous herd they can barely squeeze in at the defense table, why does Karen Read want to add another lawyer? And is this a real addition to her team or another way of getting around the gag order?Show Notes:WCVB Channel 5 Boston "Juror Added to Karen Read's Legal Team Ahead of 2nd Trial" -https://youtu.be/5fAshdNpNXY?si=3_0c7DQ1VS-uwCbpMass Bar EJournal 6/2/2022 -https://www.massbar.org/publications/ejournal/ejournal-article/ejournal-2022-june-06-02/June-2025-03-271h 02Roberta Glass True Crime ReportBreaking News! Karen Read Points Finger at "Real Killers"!In a stunning reversal, Karen Read now knows who did it and wants to argue a third party culprit defense. Will Judge Cannone allow it? Does it matter what Judge Cannone rules when her lawyers Alan Jackson, David Yannetti, Elizabeth Little and Robert Alessi do what they want anyway regardless of how she rules?Show Notes:The Charles Smith Blog December 13th, 2021 - https://smithforensic.blogspot.com/2021/12/shaun-jenkins-massachusetts-yet-another.htmlJustia "Commonwealth Vs. Shaun Jenkins" -https://law.justia.com/cases/massachusetts/supreme-court/volumes/458/458mass791.htmlGovinfo.gov - "Shaun Jenkins V. Karen Bergeron" - https://www...2025-03-262h 03Roberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Read's Last Pretrial Hearing Before April 1st, 2025 Retrial (Breaks Edited Out)Karen Read is accused of the second degree murder of police officer John O’Keefe. Karen Read has amassed a herd of lawyers lead by David Yannetti and Alan Jackson. Elizabeth Little and Robert Alessi round out her team. Specially appointed prosecutor Hank Brennan represents the Commonwealth along side Adam Lally and Laura McLaughlin.Show Notes:Roberta Glass "Karen Read’s Final Pretrial Hearing Before April 1st, 2025" - Trial!https://www.youtube.com/live/jtDt3tHaBcY?si=Lo1oVFT8yV271vVFThank you Patrons! Ellen Solari, Carol Cardella, Joan Mahon, Marcie Denton, Rosanne Aponte, Tammie...2025-03-251h 52Roberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Read & Her Herd of Lawyers Storm Aidan Kearney's Hearing!In a move similar to a nude marching band bursting into a church service, Karen Read and her team of lying, fraudulent lawyers crashed Aidan Kearney’s hearing - unwanted, uninvited and late. In other news, Karen Read’s own hearing shortly after was no less eventfull with specially appointed prosecutor Hank Brennan unleashing an onslaught of evidence on the record and Read’s pro bono plus one attorney Robert Alessi hurling insults and accusations against the Commonwealth. Let’s get into it. #KarenRead #AlanJackson #DavidYannetti #InnocenceFraud #JusticeForJohnOKeefeShow Notes:Law & Crime "Karen Read Gives State Attorney Dirty Lo...2025-03-221h 39Roberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Read's March 18th, 2025 Hearing. Breaks & Sidebars Edited Out.Karen Read's entire March 18th, 2025 pre-trial hearing with sidebars and breaks removed. Karen Read's lawyers David Yannetti, Alan Jackson, Elizabeth Little and Robert Alessi are admonished for willfully deceiving the court. Prosecutor for the Commonnwealth Hank Brennan (who is trying this case along side Adam Lally and Laura McLaughlin) gets into a heated courtroom debate with Read's attorney Alan Jackson about witness harassment alleged to have been spearheaded by Ms. Read. Karen Read hearing ahead of her April 1st, 2025 trial for 2nd degree murder of John O’Keefe, operating a vehicle while under the influence causing serious bodily injury or deat...2025-03-192h 10Roberta Glass True Crime ReportIt's so bad! Karen Read Points the Finger At Herself in New TV Show!In the first two episodes of what was to be a pro-Karen Read documentary entitled “A Body in the Snow” Karen Read can’t stop changing her story and ultimately implicates herself. Also, a new hearing this morning for Karen Read. Karen Read’s defense team [Alan Jackson & David Yannetti, Elizabeth Little & Robert Alessi] are admonished for “intentionally misleading the court” but are allowed to continue on as Karen Read’s counsel. Hank Brennan comes out swinging and hits it out of the park. Where can Karen Read go from here?Show Notes:Roberta Glass "Karen Read 3-18-2025 Pretr...2025-03-191h 50
Shoga SpeaksThe Artificial GrandmaHost Dr. Robert Philipson reflects on the life of his maternal grandmother, Jeanette, tracing a family legacy shaped by mismatched love, unspoken expectations, and the emotional weight of generational silence. From her immigrant roots and ill-fated marriage to her slow decline into senility, Jeanette’s story becomes a lens through which Dr. Philipson explores maternal power, cultural identity, social aspiration, and the personal cost of dreams deferred. With wit, sorrow, and deep insight, he unpacks how the stories we inherit shape who we become.Host InfoHosted by Dr. Robert PhilipsonRobert is a...2025-03-1743 minRoberta Glass True Crime ReportKaren Read's Defense Doubles Down on a Lie at New Hearing!Robert Alessi, Karen Read’s pro-bono lawyer answers allegations of lying to the court and the jury with denial, veiled threats and allegations against the Commonwealth. Hank Brennan keeps the hearing on topic for the last 30 minutes he was given.Show Notes:Roberta Glass True Crime Report “Karen Read Hearing” (2/25/2027) - https://www.youtube.com/live/0O93qyGlPpY?si=Cf6DTLlUxu8vMurlPsychopath Free "10 Warning Signs of Word Salad" - https://www.psychopathfree.com/articles/10-warning-signs-of-word-salad.147/ ARCCA ExpertScott K Kline - https://arcca.com/our-experts/scott-k-kline/Thank you Patrons!Carol Cardella, Joan M...2025-02-281h 50
Shoga SpeaksThe Old HouseDr. Robert Philipson reflects on the layered history and personal meaning of his childhood home in Southern California, weaving together Indigenous displacement, colonial conquest, and postwar suburban life. As he moves room by room through The Old House, Philipson unpacks memories of joy, loneliness, family ritual, and quiet grief, transforming the house into a central character in a story about belonging, loss, and the passage of time. A meditation on memory and change, this episode speaks to anyone who has tried to hold on to the past while facing the inevitability of letting go.Host Info2025-02-1943 min
Shoga SpeaksThe Killing of Canada LeeIn this episode, Dr. Robert Philipson interviews Mona Smith, Canada Lee's biographer, about the rise, political assassination, and virtual erasure of this African American hero. From 1934 to 1951, Canada Lee was the most famous and revered Black actor of his day, associated -- and frequently starring -- with every landmark African American Broadway production. He broke barriers again and again by being cast in non-Black productions. Despite this, Canada Lee is virtually unknown. They discuss how his early death at the age of 45 is tied to the blacklist of the postwar Red Scare which also buried his achievements. 2025-01-2223 min