The Conclusion
Ep10: We'll learn whats next in Ryan's appeals process, and is there any possible explanation for what happened that night in the bathroom....
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Direct Appeal
For the last 13 years, Melanie McGuire has been serving a life sentence for the murder and dismemberment of her husband, whose body was found in three suitcases in the Chesapeake Bay. The St...
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20 of 31 episodesSurprise Witness
Ep09: A new mystery witness for the prosecution has everyone wondering who it is... and would they have any information that could seal Ryan...
The ReTrial
Ep08: Ryan has one more chance at fighting for his freedom, but will his new legal team be able to achieve a different outcome this time aro...
The Jury's Duty
Ep07: In this episode we have a verdict, Ryan is found guilty, but someone comes forward with information that may turn the case upside-down...
The Defense
Ep06: The Defense makes their case that Sarah's death was a tragic accident, but will Ryan take the stand and defend himself? Also, we talk...
The Prosecution Rests
Ep05: The Prosecution calls the rest of their experts, including the "star witness". Just before the Prosecution rests their case, a new the...
The Battle Begins
Ep04: Ryan begins to grieve as he plans Sarah's funeral, but he also is planning for the battle of his life both in the courtroom and in the...
Into the Fray
03: In the days following Sarah's death, the media begins to paint their own picture of what may have happened. Ryan is still trying to cope...
Underwater
Ep02: On this episode, you'll hear Ryan's full account of the night of August 11th, 2008, when he found Sarah dead in their upstairs bathtub...
The Nice Guy
Ep 01: On season 2 of Direct Appeal, we examine the murder conviction of Ryan Widmer for the death of his wife, Sarah Whitmer. Looking at th...
Season 2 Trailer: Ryan Widmer
In August 2008, Sarah Widmer, a healthy 24 year-old is found dead in her bathtub, just four months after marrying her husband Ryan… the only...
One Year Update
After more than one year since the last episode of Direct Appeal, we are back to discuss the recent media attention, to answer audience ques...
Introducing Women & Crime: (Cindy James - episode #32)
From the creators of Direct Appeal comes our new project, Women & Crime. Each episode we cover a new female focused true crime case. Enjoy t...
Deliberation
17: This season's final episode of Direct Appeal brings you audience tips and alternate theories. Also, Amy and Meghan will reveal their con...
The Best Friends
16: Direct Appeal is back after a brief hiatus to follow up on listener tips. We return with three interviews from those who knew Melanie be...
Melanie Q&A (part 2)
15: We ask Melanie the your Questions in the second round of Q&A. Thank you for staying tuned during our mid-season break! We are busy follo...
Direct Appeal
14: Melanie is sentenced and transferred to prison. She begins the long process of appeals and holds out hope that her conviction will be ov...
Melanie Q&A (part 1)
13: Listen to Melanie’s answers to your questions in part 1 of our question & answer episodes. If you have a question to ask and didn’t hear...
The Verdict
12: Both sides make their closing arguments, but an act of God gives one side an advantage. Afterwards, Melanie agonizes while the jury deli...
A Gamble
11: Financial documents reveal suspicious transactions in and out of the McGuire’s joint bank account while lab reports reveal untested DNA...
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