Donna Adelson Files for New Trial; Wants to Interview Jurors
Donna Adelson Files for New Trial; Wants to Interview Jurors  
Podcast: Surviving the Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime
Published On: Wed Sep 17 2025
Description: The Donna Adelson new trial request is making headlines as her legal team files a motion seeking a new trial and permission to interview jurors following her conviction in the Dan Markel murder-for-hire case. In this episode of the STS Podcast, we break down what the Donna Adelson new trial request means, why her defense believes juror interviews are necessary, and how the prosecution may respond. The move adds another dramatic twist to a case that continues to dominate true crime news. We examine the legal strategy behind the Donna Adelson new trial request, including claims about possible juror issues, post-trial procedures, and how courts handle motions like this. Our discussion also explores what this could mean for the future of the Adelson case and whether a new trial is even possible under the law. As always, we connect the developments to broader survivor stories, ongoing cold cases, and other gripping real crime stories covered on the STS Podcast. With the Markel family still seeking justice, the Donna Adelson new trial request could become a critical moment in this long-running legal battle. Key Points Covered: Donna Adelson files a motion requesting a new trial Defense team seeks permission to interview jurors Legal arguments behind the motion Possible responses from prosecutors and the court What this could mean for the future of the case Connections to survivor stories, true crime news, cold cases, STS Podcast, and real crime stories Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the #Bestguests in all of #truecrime. In this STS episode, Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman brings on Attorney Tim Jansen, Law Professor Jo Potuto and Justice for Dan's Jared Ross to discuss the latest motions and if any of will stick. Thanks for supporting the show and being a part of #STSNation!  Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ... VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast Check out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/ Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLx Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.