SEQUESTERED Podcast

SEQUESTERED Podcast

SEQUESTERED: A Juror’s Perspective on the Murder Trial for Jasmine Pace Dive deep into the gripping, real-life courtroom drama of SEQUESTERED, a 10-episode podcast that offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the State of Tennessee v. Jason Chen trial. Narrated by Sara, Juror #11, who served on the sequestered jury during the high-profile murder trial in Chattanooga, Tennessee, SEQUESTERED takes listeners through each day of the intense nine-day trial, from jury selection to the final verdict and sentencing. But this podcast is more than a recounting of court proceedings. SEQUESTERED explores the emotional burden, ethical dilemmas, and profound responsibility of serving on a jury where justice hangs in the balance. With candid reflections from Juror #11, courtroom audio, commentary from District Attorney Coty Wamp, thoughts from journalist Latricia Thomas of NewsChannel 9, and more, this series sheds light on the complexities of the legal process and the human cost of tragedy. Above all, SEQUESTERED is a tribute to Jasmine Pace - honoring her life, her story, and the truth about what happened to her. Listen now to experience a rare, unfiltered perspective on one of Chattanooga’s most riveting murder trials. Visit https://www.sequesteredpod.com for more information. For inquiries, please email us at sequesteredpod@gmail.com

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April 21, 2025 32 mins

In this special bonus episode of SEQUESTERED, co-creators Sara and Andrea sit down for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about the making of the podcast, the aftermath of the trial, and the growing impact of Jasmine Pace’s story.

They reflect on what it was like to turn ten intense days of jury duty into a nationally recognized podcast—while honoring Jasmine’s memory every step of the way. From the emotional weight of court...

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In the final episode of SEQUESTERED: A Juror’s Perspective on the Murder Trial for Jasmine Pace, Sara reflects on the journey from jury duty to podcast creation and the immense emotional and mental weight of seeking justice. Joined by co-producer Andrea, Sara revisits the pivotal moments of the case and shares new insights from prosecutors Coty Wamp and Paul Moyle, whose dedication to Jasmine’s family left a lasting impression.

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March 31, 2025 68 mins

In this powerful episode, Juror #11 takes listeners through the final, weighty moments of the trial for Jasmine Pace. After eight days of evidence, testimony, and deliberation, the jury returns to the courtroom to deliver its verdict. But the journey isn’t over. The jury must reconvene  to determine Chen’s fate—whether he will be eligible for parole or spend the rest of his life behind bars.

Sara describes the complexities of the s...

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March 24, 2025 67 mins

In this pivotal episode, Juror #11 takes us inside Day 7 of the murder trial for Jasmine Pace—the day both the defense and prosecution delivered their final arguments before deliberations began.

After a much-needed day off filled with quiet moments at Ruby Falls and the Tennessee Aquarium, the jurors returned to the courtroom to face the weight of their duty. With no rebuttal from the state, the defense formally rested its case, an...

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March 17, 2025 52 mins

As Jason Chen's trial enters its final stretch, the prosecution delivers a major shift, resting their case earlier than expected but before the defense takes over, motions fly, including a request for lesser charges and an attempt to introduce a forensic psychologist to challenge premeditation.

We hear from two critical witnesses:

  • Courtney Paglino-Brewer - the downstairs neighbor, who recounts the terrifying scream and chaotic...
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On Day 5 of the trial, the focus shifts—not to what happened inside Jason Chen’s apartment, but to the evidence he left behind.

Sara takes us back inside the courtroom as forensic experts lay out the physical and digital trail that maps Jason’s every move.

The prosecution introduces fingerprint evidence, placing Jason Chen exactly where he didn’t want to be—on the garbage bag that held Jasmine’s body. Cell phone data confirms Jasmi...

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March 3, 2025 54 mins

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In this emotionally harrowing episode, Sara - Juror #11 - walks us through Day 4 of the trial against Jason Chen — the day the jury came face to face with the most difficult evidence yet.

Forensic expert Dr. Steven Cogswell takes the stand, leading the courtroom through the grim details of Jasmine Pace’s autopsy. Through X-rays, photographs, and expert testimony, the jury sees exactly how Jasmine was found — restrain...

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February 24, 2025 42 mins

The courtroom holds its breath as prosecutors unveil the raw, unfiltered truth of what happened inside Jason Chen’s apartment. Blood spatter. A massive five-foot stain. Suitcase wheel marks in the trunk of his car. Each piece of evidence stacks up, painting a harrowing picture of Jasmine Pace’s final moments.

CSI experts take the stand, breaking down the chilling details—from BlueStar test reactions to DNA swabs and fingerprinting....

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February 16, 2025 42 mins

As Day Two of the trial unfolds, the prosecution begins methodically connecting the evidence that led to Jason Chen’s arrest. Investigator Zack Crawford’s testimony reveals the blood-soaked truth hidden beneath the surface of Chen’s apartment, while forensic limitations and the defense’s strategy come into play.

We follow the digital breadcrumbs left on Chen’s phone, chilling surveillance footage of him wheeling a suitcase through ...

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February 10, 2025 46 mins

The courtroom is silent as the jury takes their seats, the weight of their responsibility settling in. In this gripping episode, Juror #11 takes us inside the first day of the trial of State of Tennessee v. Jason Chen, where the prosecution and defense lay out their opening statements, each painting vastly different pictures of what happened to Jasmine Pace.

District Attorney General Coty Wamp commands the room, using powerful visu...

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February 10, 2025 25 mins

Sequestered. It’s a word most of us never think will apply to our lives—until it does. In this gripping first episode, Juror #11 takes us inside the moment she was called to serve on one of the most high-profile murder trials in Chattanooga’s history, TN vs Jason Chen. 

From an unexpected voicemail about jury duty to the moment she surrendered her phone and freedom, Sara recounts the surreal experience of stepping into the legal pr...

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SEQUESTERED: A Juror’s Perspective on the Murder Trial for Jasmine Pace is a thoughtful 10-episode podcast that offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the State of Tennessee vs. Jason Chen trial. Told through the reflections of Juror #11, who was sequestered to serve on the jury for this trial in Chattanooga, TN. Juror #11 walks listeners through each day of the nine-day trial, from jury selection t...

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