The Leonard Files

When the dust settles, the real story begins. In The Leonard Files, veteran NBC4 Los Angeles investigative reporter Eric Leonard takes you beyond the headlines of Los Angeles' most compelling stories. With exclusive interviews and deep-dive reporting, this podcast uncovers the untold stories of survival, loss, and resilience in the face of crisis and change. From community leaders and impacted residents to the decision-makers shaping the future, The Leonard Files exposes the challenges, the failures, and the hard-fought battles happening behind the scenes. The Leonard Files. 🎧 Subscribe now and stay ahead of the story.

The Leonard Files is a commentary podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 77 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The Leonard Files, a commentary show with 77 episodes published.

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  Episode #77

  Unexpected grand jury move in Reiner murder case - and a new twist in the Palisades fire arson trial

  Aug 14, 202628 min

  The secret grand jury indictment against Nick Reiner in the murders of his parents, Rob and Michelle Reiner, was unsealed this week. We'll look at how it could dramatically accelerate the path to trial. Plus, federal prosecutors are revising their case against Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man accused of starting the fires linked to the devastating Palisades Fire. What do the new charges mean after a jury deadlocked in his first trial? Also: an update on LAPD Officer Daniel Flores, who faces felony charges after secretly recording colleagues he accused of making racist, sexist and homophobic remarks while working in the department's recruiting division. Flores has now pleaded not guilty. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #76

  Three strange days in L.A. - a cop charged, a fire report, and the Trump golf course arrest

  Aug 7, 202627 min

  We'll look at three unusual events — why an LAPD officer who claimed he exposed racism, misogyny and homophobia inside the department is now facing criminal charges over secret recordings. More than a year after the devastating Eaton Fire, investigators finally released their official cause report. The findings weren't surprising. The timing was. And - federal and local authorities are treating an arrest near President Trump's Rancho Palos Verdes golf course as a serious security matter, but court filings haven't filled in the story just yet. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #75

  New details emerge before D4vd - David Burke's - preliminary hearing in the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez

  Jul 20, 202613 min

  As the pop singer known as D4vd heads into a critical preliminary hearing - we look at a new defense motion, the depth of the prosecution's case, and what the defense might do at the hearing. D4vd, who's legal name is David Burke, is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors say he killed her because she was threatening to expose their year-long sexual relationship and ruin his emerging singing career. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #73

  $2.5B Fire Relief: Where Did the Money Go? + New Questions in Palisades Arson Case

  May 29, 202633 minS0

  First, an NBC4 investigation into California’s $2.5 billion wildfire relief package announced after the January 2025 fires. Records show only a portion of the fund has been spent — with much of the money routed through state agencies, and significant amounts still untouched more than a year later. We examine where the money went, why fire victims say they haven’t seen more direct aid, and new questions about how the funding was structured and managed. Then, new developments ahead of the federal arson trial tied to the Palisades Fire. Pretrial hearings are raising legal questions about how prosecutors plan to present eviden...

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  Episode #72

  Criminal Charges Considered in Deadly Sheriff’s Grenade Explosion | LAPD Gang Unit Under Scrutiny

  May 13, 202630 minS0

  Prosecutors are weighing possible charges in the sheriff’s grenade explosion that killed three deputies—but time may have run out. We break down new investigative findings, the statute‑of‑limitations problem, and a separate LAPD gang unit misconduct case involving body‑camera violations.   Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal d...

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