Chicago Crossover w/ Sophia Bush

This week, Liza and Kara go way back to season one to cover the episode, “Sophomore Jinx” (Season 1, Episode 6). They also discuss the date rape case of Katie Koestner and her ongoing legacy. Plus, they interview the talented Lothaire Bluteau. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Murder of Jeanne CleryWikipedia - Katie KoestnerTime 1Time 2katiekoestner.comThe Flat HatBBCThe Daily Item WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Take Back the Night Next week’s episode will be “Hothouse” (Season 10, Episode 12). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Kara and Liza discuss the episode “Cold” (Season 9, Episode 19) and investigate the case of Gerard Schaefer a.k.a. "The Killer Cop." Plus, they chat with the prolific writer of this very SVU episode, the amazing Judith McCreary. SOURCES:ABC 13The New York TimesTampa Bay TimesVidocq SocietyPolice1CBS NewsMinnPostKIRO 7Medium WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Vidocq Society Next week’s episode will be “Sophomore Jinx” (Season 1, Episode 6). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Liza and Kara recap “Pursuit” (Season 12, Episode 17). Plus, they discuss the phenomenon of To Catch a Predator and the prolific serial killer Gary Ridgway a.k.a. "The Green River Killer." SOURCES:Wikipedia - To Catch a PredatorWikipedia - Gary RidgwayABC NewsThe Washington Postall that’s interestingThe New York TimesPeople WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Predators (2025) Next week’s episode will be “Cold" (Season 9, Episode 19).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Let Me Bring Pardon” (Season 26, Episode 16). Plus, they discuss the disgusting crimes perpetrated by Nathan Sutherland at the Hacienda HealthCare facility. SOURCES:ViceNBC NewsABC World NewsThe Arizona RepublicThe IndependentSlateWikipedia - Hacienda HealthCare sexual abuse case WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:How Sexual Assault First Aid Revolutionizes Prevention Next week’s episode will be “Pursuit” (Season 12, Episode 17).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kara and Liza cover the episode,“Responsible” (Season 8, Episode 18), discuss the case of sexual predator and former teacher Debra Lafave, and interview the wonderful Leven Rambin. SOURCES:ABC NewsCNNThe GuardianThe Today ShowNBC NewsBradenton HeraldPeople 1People 2Tampa Bay TimesWLTX19 WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:FindTreatment.gov Next week’s episode will be “Let Me Bring Pardon” (Season 26, Episode 16). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Kara and Liza discuss the episode “Dance, Lies and Videotape” (Season 21, Episode 17). Plus, they investigate the Alexandra Waterbury case involving ballet and the non-consensual sharing of explicit images. SOURCES:BBCABC7NYNew York Post 1New York Post 2The New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3The New York Times 4The New York Times 5 WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Stand With MinnesotaImmigrant Law Center of MinnesotaMid-Minnesota Legal Aid Next week’s episode will be “Let Me Bring Pardon” (Season 26, Episode 16). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Liza and Kara recap the episode, “Spooked” (Season 11, Episode 6), discuss the tragic Rachel Hoffman case, and interview the fantastic Vincent Spano. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Murder of Rachel HoffmanThe New YorkerABC NewsTallahassee DemocratWikipedia - Operation MongooseWikipedia - Operation NorthwoodsWikipedia - Los Zetas WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:The Throwaways by Sarah Stillman Next week’s episode will be “Dance, Lies and Videotape" (Season 21, Episode 17).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Kara and Liza tackle the episode “Ripped” (Season 7, Episode 4). Plus, they discuss the tragic, steroids-related suicide of teenager Taylor Hooton. SOURCES:The New York Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Performance-enhancing drugs: Know the risks Next week’s episode will be “Spooked” (Season 11, Episode 6).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Liza and Kara cover the episode,“Rorschach” (Season 26, Episode 6), discuss the horrific murder of Gabby Petito, and interview the delightful Jama Williamson. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Killing of Gabby PetitoAmerican Murder: Gabby PetitoForbesThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2 WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Gabby Petito Foundation Next week’s episode will be “Ripped” (Season 7, Episode 4). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Kara and Liza discuss the SVU/ Chicago P.D. crossover episode, “Chicago Crossover” (Season 16, Episode 7). They dissect the horrific Norwich sexual abuse ring. Plus, they chat with the iconic Sophia Bush. SOURCES:BBCThe GuardianIrish MirrorDuncan Lewis Solicitors WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:National Runaway Safeline Next week’s episode will be “Rorschach” (Season 26, Episode 6). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.