Talking Dateline: Conversations at CrimeCon Part 2

Dateline NBC

  • Sep 2, 2026
  • 24:42
  • Full Episode
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<p>In part two of this special edition of Talking Dateline, NBC News’ Ellison Barber, host of the Netflix podcast “Allegedly," sits down with Josh Mankiewicz at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, for CrimeCon 2026. Josh tells Ellison what it’s like interviewing families who have gone through the unimaginable and how some have turned their pain into purpose. He also talks about a common thread of stalking in some of his recent episodes, and how the legal system could help protect victims before it’s too late. Plus, he takes questions from the audience. </p> <p>Have a question for Talking Dateline? Send us a DM @DatelineNBC or leave a voicemail at (212) 413-5252. Your question could be featured in an upcoming episode.</p> <p>Links to Dateline episodes mentioned in this session:</p> <p>“Haunting” about the murders of Tom Hunter and Shirlee Sherman: <a href="https://swap.fm/l/dl_haunting" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://swap.fm/l/dl_haunting</a></p> <p>“Complicated” about the murders of Tori Vienneau and her 10-month-old baby, Dean: <a href="https://swap.fm/l/dl_complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://swap.fm/l/dl_complicated</a></p> <p>Josh catches up with Tori’s mother, Danya Heroz, on “After the Verdict, available to Dateline Premium subscribers: <a href="https://dateline.supportingcast.fm/listen/dateline-nbc-premium/after-the-verdict-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://dateline.supportingcast.fm/listen/dateline-nbc-premium/after-the-verdict-complicated</a></p> <p>“Breaking Point” about the murder of FedEx mom, Morgan Fox: <a href="https://swap.fm/l/dl_breakingpoint" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://swap.fm/l/dl_breakingpoint</a></p> <p>“The Phantom” about the murder of Kristil Krug: <a href="https://swap.fm/l/dl_thephantom" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://swap.fm/l/dl_thephantom</a></p> <p>Kristil’s cousin, former prosecutor Rebecca Ivanoff, talks about stalking, coercive control, and the fight for safety: <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/video/former-prosecutor-rebecca-ivanoff-on-stalking-coercive-control-and-the-fight-for-safety-248448581562" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/video/former-prosecutor-rebecca-ivanoff-on-stalking-coercive-control-and-the-fight-for-safety-248448581562</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

Josh Mankiewicz discusses crime reporting, grief, and advocacy at CrimeCon, focusing on stalking legislation and family impact.

Key points

  • The Ripple Effect of Murder. Josh Mankiewicz discusses how murder impacts families and communities far beyond the immediate victims.
  • The Role of Podcasts in Solving Cases. Josh Mankiewicz highlights how a podcast played a crucial role in advancing a cold case.
  • Christelle's Law. A new law in Oregon aims to expedite responses to stalking cases, inspired by a tragic murder.

Tension

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