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JonBenét Ramsey's Father, "Dopesick," and "Family Annihilators" - Megyn's "True Crime" Mega-Episode

aired Apr 19, 2026 · 290.0m
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Summary

John Ramsey, father of JonBenét Ramsey, discusses new developments in the decades-old case of his daughter's murder, emphasizing the failures of the Boulder Police Department in their investigation. He highlights the need for experienced homicide detectives and the importance of accepting outside help to solve cold cases. The episode also touches on the broader themes of family annihilators and the opioid crisis, featuring insights from the filmmaker of 'Dopesick.'

Why listen

Gain insights into one of America's most infamous unsolved cases and the systemic issues in law enforcement investigations.

Key takeaways
  1. 01John Ramsey believes the Boulder Police's arrogance hindered the investigation into his daughter's murder.
  2. 02New developments in the case suggest potential leads that could finally identify JonBenét's killer.
  3. 03The episode discusses the concept of family annihilators, linking it to high-profile cases like Alec Murdaugh's.
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