Talking Dateline: The Girl in the Blue Mustang
- Feb 18, 2026
- 25:55
- Full Episode
<p>Andrea Canning sits down with Keith Morrison to discuss his original podcast series, "The Girl in the Blue Mustang." After 18-year-old Michelle O'Keefe was found murdered in a California park-and-ride in 2000. In 2009 -- after two juries deadlocked -- security guard Raymond Lee Jennings was convicted of her murder at a third trial. But everything changed in 2015 when a Dateline viewer saw the story and vowed to prove Jennings's innocence. The conviction was overturned by a judge and Jennings was released after more than a decade in prison. Keith tells Andrea what it was like covering this story for decades, both in and out of the courtroom. Later, they talk about other stories they’ve done involving multiple trials. Plus, Keith shares two exclusive clips: one from his interview with that curious Dateline watcher, Clint Ehrlich, and another with the man Clint helped get exonerated.</p> <p> </p> <p>Have a question for Talking Dateline? DM us a video to @DatelineNBC or leave a voicemail at (212) 413-5252. Your question may be featured in an upcoming episode.</p> <p>Listen to the series on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/4rIm9Um" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://apple.co/4rIm9Um</a></p> <p>Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5E7c5QCqNMihKSQx5eX4aa" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/show/5E7c5QCqNMihKSQx5eX4aa</a></p> <p> </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
Andrea Canning and Keith Morrison discuss the murder case of Michelle O'Keefe and the trials of Raymond Jennings in this episode.
Key points
- The Girl in the Blue Mustang. A young woman's tragic story unfolds over decades, revealing shocking twists and turns.
- Premonitions and Tragedy. Michelle O'Keefe had eerie premonitions before her untimely death, raising questions about fate.
- The Ripple Effect of Violence. The murder case has left lasting scars on both families involved, highlighting the tragedy's reach.
- A Long Journey. The hosts reflect on the long history of Dateline and its impact on storytelling.
- Listen to Keith's Podcast. A new episode of Keith's original podcast will drop on Monday.
Episode highlights
- The Girl in the Blue MustangA young woman's tragic story unfolds over decades, revealing shocking twists and turns.“It's a story of really the next couple of decades of back and forth and who was responsible.”0:57Feb 18, 2026
- Premonitions and TragedyMichelle O'Keefe had eerie premonitions before her untimely death, raising questions about fate.“I just have this feeling I'm gonna die.”2:18Feb 18, 2026
- The Ripple Effect of ViolenceThe murder case has left lasting scars on both families involved, highlighting the tragedy's reach.“It's just an awful, awful story that destroyed a family.”23:16Feb 18, 2026
- A Long JourneyThe hosts reflect on the long history of Dateline and its impact on storytelling.“It's a gift because of how long we've been around.”24:57Feb 18, 2026
- Listen to Keith's PodcastA new episode of Keith's original podcast will drop on Monday.“Oh, no, now I'm going to have to listen to this one too because they're so good.”25:31Feb 18, 2026
