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Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 6: Death Penalty Confirmed in Madeline Soto Murder – Family in Crisis
This call begins with a cold, clinical announcement from Stephan: “They’re seeking the death penalty.” His tone is serene, disturbingly so. His parents, though visibly shaken, try to stay calm — but you can hear the heartbreak crack through.
Stephan explains that his attorneys are assembling a team. His mother distracts herself by cooking ravioli. His father begins thinking through legal paperwork. But the shadow of death — and the death of Madeline Soto — looms over everything.
This conversation reveals a terrifying truth: this isn’t just a murder case. It’s a possible execution. And this family is trying to survive the unbearable weight of it.
#MadelineSoto #DeathPenalty #StephanSterns #JailhouseCalls #CapitalMurder #ParentalGrief #JusticeForMadeline #TrueCrimePodcast
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Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 5: Saltines and Silence – Life Inside While Facing Madeline Soto Murder Charges
How does someone accused of murdering a child talk about saltine crackers and reading glasses as if nothing happened? That’s exactly what unfolds in this surreal fifth call between Stephan Sterns and his parents. As his parents express financial stress and emotional fatigue, Stephan discusses his favorite jail snacks, mackerel cans, and silicone chess pieces.
Beneath the surface, there are flickers of something deeper. Stephan mentions “regret” — though it's unclear whether it’s for the crime, the consequences, or just being caught.
The case of Madeline Soto continues to hang over everything, unspoken and massive. His parents are still trying to hold their son close while reality pushes him further away.
#MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #JailhouseConversations #TrueCrimeSurrealism #MurderCharges #FamilyGrief #SaltinesAndGuilt #JusticeForMadeline
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Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 4: Parents Push Back Against Madeline Soto Allegations and Online Attacks
Call 4 shows a family under siege. Stephan’s parents begin attacking former roommates and YouTubers who have come forward with disturbing claims. They’re furious — not at Stephan, but at those who say they saw warning signs. As the Madeline Soto case gains national attention, his parents begin to defend his character and question the motives of anyone who dares to speak out.
But Stephan doesn’t deny much. Instead, he calmly confirms some details, counters others, and maintains his innocence in a way that feels rehearsed. His parents spiral into conspiracy, suggesting that people are out for attention or money.
This call isn’t just about blame — it’s about self-preservation. And the Madeline Soto murder case is becoming more than just a legal battle. It’s turning into a public unraveling.
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Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 3: "I Didn’t Know She Was Gone" – Chilling Details in Madeline Soto’s Death
This call is a turning point. Stephan Sterns tells his parents that he didn’t realize Madeline Soto had died until hours after it happened. He speaks about discovering her cold body with an alarming lack of emotion. He blames being “up and down” during the night, leaving the room, wandering around, and never checking on her until it was far too late.
His father quietly presses for details, trying to understand how something so horrifying could happen without Stephan noticing. The responses are murky, defensive, and incomplete. Stephan paints himself as a witness to tragedy — not a participant. But the facts suggest otherwise.
This call is when the veil starts to lift. The cracks in Stephan’s version of events begin to show. The weight of Madeline Soto’s murder finally begins to press down on his family.
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Stephan Sterns Jail House Calls – Call 2: Autopsy Report Details & Internet Allegations in Madeline Soto Case
Call 2 picks up with Stephan Sterns sounding calm and upbeat, despite being in jail for the murder of Madeline Soto. He brings up the autopsy report — not in fear, but with a disturbing degree of detachment. His mother quickly shuts down further discussion, likely sensing how legally dangerous any comment could be.
Meanwhile, Stephan’s father reveals rumors that are now spreading online. Former roommates, dark web activity, disturbing internet searches — all reportedly linked to Stephan. The family begins discussing his items, like a watch hidden in a toy box, as if those physical things could restore normalcy.
But the horror of the Madeline Soto murder case creeps into every sentence. This call reveals a family teetering between denial and emotional collapse, searching for something — anything — that makes this nightmare make sense.
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In this emotionally raw first jailhouse phone call, Stephan Sterns reaches out to his parents following his arrest for the murder of 13-year-old Madeline Soto. His voice is calm — too calm — as he explains that he’s been moved between jail pods and placed on lockdown, casually mentioning that he missed his mother’s birthday. Then, in a moment that stops everything cold, he tells them about the first-degree murder charge.
What follows is a gut-wrenching conversation in which Stephan's parents oscillate between disbelief, confusion, and protective instinct. Stephan downplays the accusations, stating that they’re “artificially inflating” charges. His parents, clearly struggling, begin clinging to logistics — looking for his social security card, discussing paperwork, and mentioning future birthdays he might not be there for.
This is the beginning of a horrifying journey. The beginning of Madeline Soto’s story, told from the inside.
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"I Found Her Like That": Jailhouse Calls Expose Stephan Sterns' Shifting Story In Soto Case
STEPHAN STERNS: “I wish I had run downstairs and shaken her awake and called 911 and all that.”
That line—staggering in its simplicity—is one of the first real cracks in the story Stephan Sterns has told from the very beginning. It came during a jailhouse call with his parents, and it was a total deviation from what he’s claimed all along: that he dropped off 13-year-old Madeline Soto at school the morning of February 26, 2024, and never saw her again.
But now, months after his arrest, locked in the Osceola County jail and speaking a little too freely, Sterns admitted something huge—he found Madeline’s body. He was there. He saw her face, her blue lips. Her ice-cold skin.
His words were calm, almost rehearsed. Like he was recounting a scene in a book he’d read, not describing the death of a child he'd allegedly assaulted and murdered.
“She had gone to be with me earlier in the night,” he told his father. “But I’d left her alone for quite a while... By the time I realized it was far too late... she was past the point of no return.”
That’s the first time Sterns has publicly acknowledged being in the same house with Madeline at the time of her death. It’s also the first time he’s stopped pretending he wasn’t.
In these four hours of recorded jail calls—recently obtained by Court TV—we hear Sterns move from denial to vague admissions, surrounded by justifications, sidesteps, and increasingly disturbing commentary. It’s like eavesdropping on a man who can’t quite decide whether he wants to clear his name or just shift the blame somewhere more convenient.
The calls, made about three months after his arrest, are with his parents—Debra and Chris Sterns. And while they start off as the kind of supportive, if awkward, chats you’d expect from shell-shocked parents trying to hold it together, they quickly devolve into something else: uncomfortable reminders of what Stephan Sterns is accused of.
When they bring up the digital evidence—the sexually explicit images of Madeline found on his phone—his response isn’t what you’d expect from someone who claims innocence. When asked directly if he’s attracted to minors, he doesn’t say no. He says he isn’t “generally” attracted to them. He adds that he can’t say more without incriminating himself.
Then he makes this chilling remark: that Madeline had “feelings” for him. And that her mother, Jenn Soto, used to joke: “You better not leave me for my daughter when she’s older.”
Jenn Soto hasn’t been charged with anything related to Madeline’s abuse or death. She says she didn’t know it was happening. But she did allow her daughter to sleep in the same bed as Sterns, something she’s admitted.
Sterns’ calls are full of odd priorities. While facing over 60 counts of sexual abuse, capital murder, and possession of child sexual abuse material, he spends a surprising amount of time venting about itchy blankets, bad coffee, and jailhouse ants. He’s worried about the effects of jail on his skin. He complains about anxiety meds, wants better lotion for his worry lines, and he misses his collectible purple dragon popcorn bucket.
He’s genuinely concerned about the whereabouts of his “mouse droid”—a Star Wars-themed toy—and gets so irritated trying to explain what it is that he tells his parents to just “Google it.”
Then there’s the coffee. Coffee is crucial.
“Coffee is very comforting,” he says. “Every time I drink a cup of coffee it releases all types of happy chemicals in my brain.”
He asks for Michael Crichton novels, toiletries, hard candies. His mother draws the line at “Pet Sematary” because she didn’t like the story.
The emotional whiplash in these calls is constant—one minute, Sterns is waxing poetic about the joys of instant coffee, and the next, he’s defending himself from the kind of charges that can end in a needle. His parents plead with him to read the Bible. He tells them he’s not a monster. He cries at movies. He’s a good person, he insists.
“I know I’m not bad, evil or a monster,” he says. “I couldn’t have done it.”
But then, he admits: “Murder one is about as bad as it can get. And the death penalty is about as extreme as it can go.”
And a moment later: “I guess that’s not so bad, right? You go to sleep, and then you go to heaven.”
It’s the kind of thing you say when you’ve already accepted what’s coming.
Sterns’ legal journey is far from over. His first trial—for the sex abuse charges—is scheduled for May. The murder trial is set for September. Earlier this week, his defense team tried to get the judge to bar media and the public from pre-trial hearings, claiming that the coverage is prejudicial. The judge says a decision is coming within 10 days.
But with jailhouse calls like these—where the defendant admits to finding the victim’s body, where he dances around horrifying evidence, and where his biggest concern is coffee and collectibles—it may not be the press that paints the clearest picture of Stephan Sterns.
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In this gripping deep dive, we explore the disturbing details surrounding the murder of 13-year-old Madeline “Maddie” Soto and the man accused of killing her—Stephan Sterns. Through newly released 2025 jailhouse phone calls between Sterns and his parents, we hear the chilling moment he admits to finding Maddie’s lifeless body and discusses her death in hauntingly casual terms. With the public now hearing his voice for the first time, Sterns' words paint a disturbing picture of regret, denial, and a fatal awareness of the death penalty he may soon face. This episode examines how those calls flipped the case upside down.
We’ll also break down the latest forensic evidence revealed by investigators, including the cadaver dog alert in Sterns’ car and surveillance footage that prosecutors say disproves his original alibi. Combined with the digital evidence pulled from Sterns’ phone and Google accounts—allegedly containing years of sexually abusive material involving Maddie—the case against him has only grown stronger. Hear how the prosecution is building a timeline they believe proves premeditated murder and how Sterns’ own shifting story may be his downfall.
Finally, we look ahead to the courtroom battles already in motion—from defense motions to suppress key evidence to the fight over whether this capital case should play out in public or behind closed doors. With the murder trial scheduled for later this year and the state pushing hard for the death penalty, the Maddie Soto case continues to unravel in ways no one saw coming. Subscribe now as we bring you inside one of Florida’s most harrowing and high-profile murder investigations.
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Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.
This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.
Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.
Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.
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Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.
This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.
Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.
Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.
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The Psychology of a Manipulator; Robin Dreeke on How Stephan Sterns Groomed Trust
What kind of person can look you in the eye, swear they’ve done nothing wrong, and actually believe it? Welcome to the twisted world of Stefan Stearns, the man at the center of the horrifying case of 13-year-old Madeline Soto. Investigators didn’t have to work too hard to follow his trail—it was practically lit up with neon signs, from self-incriminating digital evidence to surveillance footage that paints a grim picture. But what really makes this case stand out isn’t just the heinous crimes—it’s the chilling way Stearns seemingly rationalizes his actions.
Retired FBI Special Agent and behavioral expert Robin Dreeke breaks down the mind of a manipulator, diving into how predators like Stearns justify the unthinkable. From disturbing interrogation tactics to the unsettling way he deflects responsibility, we explore how investigators crack the mindset of a man who truly believes his own lies. But here’s the real question: Can someone like this even recognize that what they’re doing is evil, or are they just playing a different game altogether?
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Could a legal technicality allow an alleged child predator and murderer to walk free? That’s the chilling question in the case of Stephan Sterns, accused of murdering 13-year-old Maddie Soto and facing 60 additional child sex crime charges. With prosecutors seeking the death penalty, the defense is scrambling to suppress critical evidence—including damning cell phone data—arguing that law enforcement overstepped legal boundaries. Former prosecutor Eric Faddis joins to dissect the courtroom battle. Did investigators make a fatal mistake by skipping a warrant, or will the severity of the alleged crimes overshadow any procedural missteps? And then there's Maddie’s mother, Jen Soto—who once defended Sterns but now calls him a “master liar.” Was she just another one of his victims, or is she trying to protect herself from potential charges? And the most disturbing twist yet—another person in Maddie’s life, a teacher, has now been charged with child sex crimes. Is this a horrifying coincidence, or are we looking at a much larger and more sinister web of predators? #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JusticeForMaddie #LegalLoopholes #ChildPredators #CrimeInvestigation #DarkTruth
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Defense Seeks Secrecy in Trial of Osceola Man Accused of Killing Madeline Soto
Attorneys for Stephan Sterns, the Osceola County man accused of murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto and facing more than 60 child sex abuse charges, have filed a series of motions in court, including a request to close all pretrial proceedings to the public.
Sterns, who remains in custody, is scheduled for a pretrial hearing on April 23, with a trial date set for May 5. The new motions filed this week by his legal team aim to limit public and media access to case proceedings, citing concerns about potential jury bias.
The case has attracted widespread attention, given the disturbing allegations against Sterns. Prosecutors have accused him of extensive child sex abuse crimes in addition to the murder of Madeline Soto, a case that has shaken the Osceola County community.
Legal experts say closing pretrial proceedings is an uncommon request and could spark debate about transparency in the judicial process. "This is a case that has deeply impacted the public, and restricting access to court proceedings could raise concerns about accountability," said former prosecutor Lisa Carter.
However, defense attorneys argue that intense media coverage could jeopardize Sterns’ right to a fair trial. "The court has an obligation to ensure due process is protected," Sterns' legal team stated in their filing.
Public reaction to the motion has been mixed, with many demanding transparency in a case involving child victims. "We need to know what's happening in that courtroom," said local resident Maria Delgado. "Justice for Madeline should be seen, not hidden behind closed doors."
The brutal murder of Madeline Soto and the horrific allegations against Sterns have led to widespread outrage, with community members calling for the maximum penalty if he is convicted. Prosecutors have not disclosed whether they will seek the death penalty.
With the trial date approaching, all eyes remain on how the court will rule on Sterns’ motions and whether the proceedings will remain open to the public.
#JusticeForMadeline #OsceolaCrime #ChildSafety #CourtroomSecrecy #LegalDebate #BreakingNews #FloridaCrime
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Sheriff Marcos Lopez Added to Brady List Over Controversial Statements in Madeline Soto Case
Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez has been added to the Brady List by Andrew Bain, former Orange-Osceola state attorney, following conflicting statements Lopez made about a crime scene photo in the case of 13-year-old Madeline Soto. The Brady List is a tool used to notify legal parties when a witness’s credibility or truthfulness may be in doubt, potentially affecting court proceedings.
In a December 30 letter, Bain informed Lopez of his inclusion on the list due to inconsistent explanations about a photo of Soto's body that was mistakenly posted on social media. The move could have significant implications for the death penalty case against Stephen Sterns, accused of Soto’s murder, where Lopez is listed as a witness.
The controversy began in July 2024 when Bain warned Lopez that he might be added to the Brady List. Lopez initially told Kissimmee’s police chief and the public that the photo was posted by mistake, issuing an apology. However, during a radio interview with WDBO, Lopez stated, “As to the photo, there was an apology issued but it wasn’t actually the body, it was an area of interest where there was a body found. No one ever came out directly and said it was the victim.”
Days later, in a sworn interview with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Lopez acknowledged having the photo sent to his phone to compare the clothing on the body with what Soto was last seen wearing. Bain flagged these discrepancies as problematic for Lopez’s credibility.
In the December letter, Bain also criticized an internal memorandum from the Osceola Sheriff’s Office that exonerated Lopez, stating it lacked objectivity and bypassed formal investigative protocols. “Adopting the reading the Memo does in this case suggests the Osceola Sheriff’s Office does not care if an employee or member is truthful when answering questions outside the chain of command or, say, to the media. I cannot believe that is the case,” Bain wrote.
Bain further argued that Lopez’s statement to WDBO appeared to downplay the incident and shift blame. He wrote, “To be clear, the concerning statement in your interview is your assertion that ‘[n]o one ever came out directly and said it [the photograph] was the victim.’ When viewed in this proper context, it is hard to read your immediate answer as anything but an attempt to claim the photo you posted was not the victim in an attempt to lessen your public responsibility for a violation of Florida public records laws.”
In addition to being added to the Brady List, Lopez was fined $250 last month for violating Florida’s public records laws in connection with the photo’s disclosure. Bain emphasized that the conflicting statements could be used to impeach Lopez’s credibility as a witness in Sterns’ trial.
The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office responded to Bain’s decision with a statement: “The Sheriff’s Office completely disagrees with Andrew Bain’s decision. The perspectives mentioned in his letter have no merit, and the Sheriff will be appealing his decision. No other statement is available at this time.”
The Brady List designation places added scrutiny on Lopez and his role in the high-profile case. The decision also underscores ongoing concerns about accountability and transparency within law enforcement as Soto’s family seeks justice.
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