Forensic Files

Talking Dateline: The Sleepover

Dateline NBC

  • Feb 7, 2024
  • 28:20
  • Full Episode
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<p>Josh Mankiewicz and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of Andrea’s latest episode, “The Sleepover.” More than 20 years after Navy petty officer Sherri Malarik was found shot to death in her car in a Pensacola, Florida parking lot, her husband was arrested and put on trial for the murder. Twice. Greg Malarik has denied having anything to do with his wife’s murder and, following a hung jury in the first trial, was ultimately acquitted. Andrea and Josh discuss how Sherri’s murder and its aftermath have torn her family apart. Plus, Andrea answers viewer questions about the story and shares previously unaired interview audio with Sherri and Greg’s daughter, Tera.</p><p>Listen to the full episode of “The Sleepover” on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/41uLdnf">https://apple.co/41uLdnf</a></p><p>Listen to the full episode on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0zX1wB3O66hxomZBaunGy5">https://open.spotify.com/episode/0zX1wB3O66hxomZBaunGy5</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

Hosts analyze the murder case of Sherry Miller, focusing on the 911 call, trial outcomes, and family dynamics.

Key points

  • The Sleepover Episode. A deep dive into the complexities of a tragic murder case involving family and betrayal.
  • Sibling Relationships. The fractured relationships between siblings after their mother's murder are explored.
  • Jennifer's Alibi. The prosecution believes Jennifer's arrival with the lawnmower was an alibi for Greg.
  • The Challenge of Testimony. It's impossible to charge him with murder without her testimony against him.
  • Insurance Money Revelation. Greg received all the life insurance money, totaling around $260,000.
  • Jacob's Wedding Dilemma. Jacob had to pretend during his wedding with his stepfather Greg present.

Tension

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