SEQUESTERED: A Juror's Perspective of the Murder Trial for Jasmine Pace
Release Date: 01/25/2025
BONUS EPISODE: Behind the Mic and Beyond the Verdict
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Send us a text 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 courtroom testimony to the surreal experience of app...
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Episode 10: After the Verdict
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Send us a text 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. Listeners hear from fellow jurors as they grapple ...
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Episode 09: The Verdict and Sentencing
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Send us a text 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 their 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 sentencing phase, from Jason Chen’s mothe...
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Episode 08: Closing Statements
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Send us a text 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, and the court turned to a final legal debate—shou...
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Episode 07: The State Rests
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Send us a text As the trial for Jason Chen 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 sounds she heard the night Jasmine Pace was m...
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Episode 06: The Evidence Tells the Story
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Send us a text 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 Jasmine’s phone traveled everywhere Jason phone went.
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Episode 05: The Body in the Suitcase
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Send us a text 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 — restrained, contorted inside a suitcase, and bearing the marks of 60 s...
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Episode 04: Inside the Crime Scene
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Send us a text 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. The defense fights back, grasping for doubt. B...
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Episode 03: Connecting the Dots
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Send us a text 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 Chattanooga, and the discovery of Jasmine Pace’...
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Episode 02: The Trial Begins
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Send us a text 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 vs. 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 visuals—including the very suitcase in which Jasmi...
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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 to the final verdict and sentencing.
This podcast goes beyond the facts of the case, exploring the emotional weight of jury duty and the profound responsibility that comes with deciding justice. With trial footage, candid reflections, and guest perspectives, Sequestered sheds light on the human experience of serving on a jury while honoring Jasmine Pace’s life and legacy.
For anyone curious about the legal system or interested in the personal side of true crime, Sequestered provides an honest and meaningful look into a trial that touched the hearts of everyone involved.
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News Credits:
Opening statements in the trial - WTVC NewsChannel 9 Chattanooga
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjiE8V5jIs4
Community remembers the life of Jasmine Pace at candlelight vigil - Local 3 News
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7ezlhlrfdA
DA Coty Wamp Final Closing Statement - WTVC NewsChannel 9 Chattanooga
https://youtu.be/MXSbqfkSyVU?si=HyRQg1S9gXsFMzWl&t=5474
On our website, you can see more photos, videos, and blogs about each day of the trial, organized by episode. Go to SequesteredPod.com
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