Forensic Files

Brian Walshe on tape. Ole Miss murder twist. Plus, the true crime geek of the Real Housewives.

Dateline NBC

  • Dec 4, 2025
  • 27:49
  • Full Episode
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<p>Brian Walshe, the art swindler who admitted to dismembering his wife's body but denied killing her, reveals his defense. He says his wife died of natural causes. Emotions run high after a Mississippi college student, accused of murdering his secret lover, pleads guilty. Plus, Andrea talks to Emily Simpson, reality star and lawyer, about her love of true crime. </p><p><br />Find out more about the cases covered each week here: <a href="http://www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com">www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com</a> </p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>

Brief Summary

Brian Walsh's murder trial unfolds while Emily Simpson discusses her legal advocacy for the wrongfully convicted.

Key points

  • Brian Walsh's Trial Begins. Brian Walsh's trial for the murder of his wife Anna Walsh begins with shocking details.
  • Timothy Harrington's Guilty Plea. In a surprising turn, Timothy Harrington pleads guilty to second-degree murder before his trial.
  • Emily Simpson's Journey. Reality TV star Emily Simpson discusses her transition from the Real Housewives to law.
  • Inspired by Legally Blonde. She was motivated to go to law school after watching the movie.
  • Reality TV and Law. She practiced law while filming Real Housewives, but it became difficult to manage both.
  • Volunteering with Innocence Project. She reached out to the Innocence Project to help during a confusing time.

Tension

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