"Criminally Online" pairs public defender and Survivor alum Eliza Orlins with law professor Thea Johnson for a sharp, friend-to-friend breakdown of the true crime stories dominating the internet's attention. Each week, the duo takes viral cases, celebrity lawsuits, and courtroom scandals that fuel late-night rabbit holes and online speculation, then grounds the conversation in actual legal analysis—explaining what's fact, what's myth, and what the law really says. The tone is conversational and witty, blending true crime obsession with genuine legal expertise, making complex legal concepts accessible without losing the drama and intrigue that true crime fans crave. Ideal for listeners who love true crime podcasts but want more substance than speculation, as well as anyone fascinated by the intersection of pop culture, internet discourse, and the justice system. With its mix of humor, insider legal knowledge, and pop-culture savvy, the show appeals to true crime enthusiasts, law students, and casual internet sleuths alike, offering a smart alternative to sensationalized crime coverage by prioritizing evidence and legal reality over viral rumor.
"Criminally Online" pairs public defender and Survivor alum Eliza Orlins with law professor Thea Johnson for a sharp, friend-to-friend breakdown of the true crime stories dominating the internet's attention. Each week, the duo takes viral cases, celebrity lawsuits, and courtroom scandals that fuel late-night rabbit holes and online speculation, then grounds the conversation in actual legal analysis—explaining what's fact, what's myth, and what the law really says. The tone is conversational and witty, blending true crime obsession with genuine legal expertise, making complex legal concepts accessible without losing the drama and intrigue that true crime fans crave. Ideal for listeners who love true crime podcasts but want more substance than speculation, as well as anyone fascinated by the intersection of pop culture, internet discourse, and the justice system. With its mix of humor, insider legal knowledge, and pop-culture savvy, the show appeals to true crime enthusiasts, law students, and casual internet sleuths alike, offering a smart alternative to sensationalized crime coverage by prioritizing evidence and legal reality over viral rumor.