A Boston police officer is found in the snow outside a fellow officer’s home. His girlfriend, Karen Read, is charged with his murder. But in the years since, this case has unraveled into something far bigger—one of the most divisive and chaotic trials Massachusetts has ever seen. Was this a tragic accident, a cover-up, or something else entirely? In our first episode, we set the stage and explore the narratives that have gripped the public. Subscribe, leave a review, and follow along as we piece this case together, and compare it to the original 2024 trial—week by week.

Mistrial: Karen Read vs the Commonwealth is a podcast that breaks down one of Massachusetts' most controversial murder trials — week by week. From shocking evidence to shifting narratives, host Thomas Vizard guides listeners through the courtroom chaos, comparing the 2024 mistrial to the 2025 retrial. Part true crime, part legal thriller — this show peels back the layers to ask: what really happened to John O’Keefe?