The True Crime Couch
The True Crime Couch with Justice Willis is your front-row seat to the chilling, the unsolved, and the deeply disturbing. Each week, we peel back the layers of real-life crime stories — from cold cases to twisted conspiracies — all from the comfort (and tension) of the couch. With gripping storytelling, shadowy details, and a touch of noir, Justice Willis guides you through the darkest corners of true crime, one case at a time.
Grab your drink. Turn down the lights. And take a seat — the couch is waiting.
The True Crime Couch
Episode 6: A Testimony of Courage: The Judy Malinowski Story
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Season 1
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Episode 6
In today’s episode of The True Crime Couch, we revisit one of the most heartbreaking and historic cases to ever come out of Ohio — the story of Judy Malinowski. A devoted mother, survivor, and warrior, Judy suffered an unimaginable act of violence and went on to make history by becoming the first person to testify at her own murder trial.
From the darkest moments of abuse to the courtroom battle that changed Ohio law forever, Judy’s voice refused to be silenced. This is a story of courage, pain, and legacy. A story that demands to be heard.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or visit thehotline.org. You are not alone.
Learn more or support survivors at judysfoundation.org.
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