Chris Kasick's True Crime Documentary CITIZEN SLEUTH

Citizen Sleuth, a documentary from director Chris Kasick, follows Appalachian true-crime podcaster Emily Nestor, whose hit show Mile Marker 181 delves into the mysterious death of a local woman.

As her investigation unfolds, Nestor’s storytelling begins to blur the boundary between journalism and entertainment. The documentary takes a critical look at the moral questions surrounding the true-crime phenomenon and the unintended consequences that can arise when amateurs take on real investigations.

SHURE Introduces the MV7i Smart Microphone and Interface

Shure have announced the MV7i Smart Microphone and Interface at CES 2025. Featuring a world-first and patented technology, the MV7i sets a new standard of versatility and ease-of-use for podcasters, musicians, and streamers who require two channels of recording. Answering the needs of today’s creators, the MV7i enables users to directly connect a second XLR microphone of their choice or musical instrument (keyboard, guitar, etc.), eliminating the need for an external hardware interface. Designed to simplify the way creators record audio, the MV7i offers the same unmatched audio quality as the award-winning MV7+ – complete with onboard DSP and MOTIV Mix™ desktop and MOTIV mobile app integration.

SLAYIN IT Podcast Pairs Juliet Landau with Fellow Buffy Cast

Juliet Landau, who played the deliciously diabolical Drusilla over 6 seasons on Buffy The Vampire Slayer and spin-off Angel, has launched "Slayin It", the first-of-its-kind Buffy Rewatch Podcast with a cast member as your guide. Juliet co-hosts with her Scoobies, Christopher Feinstein and Frank Bonacci.

The trio dives into each episode with nostalgia, love, laughter, fresh insights, personal behind-the-scenes stories, and cast and crew interviews. Landau says, “Slayin’ It has everything fans love, encompassing heartfelt nostalgia. It’s also a fresh evolution, a continuation, and an exploration of new content and new entertainment. This show takes the idea of the traditional podcast and evolves it!”