Your chance to meet Ryan Phillippe, Paul Holes, Chris Hansen & SO much more

November 21, 2022

These are just a few of the unique, unbuyable experiences we’re putting up for auction to benefit an amazing organization: National Center for Victims of Crime this Black Friday during CrimeCon Give Back-A-Thon

BLACK FRIDAY | 11.25.22 | 8PM ET

Thanksgiving is almost here, and with it comes the other date we give thanks for — Black Friday. Still full of turkey and stuffing, we can start shopping for the December holidays in earnest. But this year, instead of (or, hey, maybe in addition to — let's be honest) filling your online shopping cart or hitting the big box stores, try shopping for some truly unique experiences that also help others.


The CrimeCon team has partnered with Oxygen to bring you a completely new and unique streaming event full of incredible experiences you can't find anywhere else. And best of all, the tax-deductible purchases benefit the
National Center for Victims of Crime. The amazing nonprofit organization helps crime victims and families rebuild their lives and advocates for victims' rights.


At 8pm ET on Friday, CrimeCon offers a free streaming event,
CrimeCon Give Back-A-Thon, with exclusive programming for true crime enthusiasts, as well as a live auction featuring incredible opportunities. Even if you are all shopped out, come through for the guest appearances: Kelly Siegler of "Cold Justice," former FBI profiler and icon Candice DeLong, the legendary Chris Hanson, and more!


These once-in-a-lifetime experiences will be available for you:

  • Kickstart Your Own Podcast Package. You will have a two-hour creative consultation with Jessica Noll, investigative journalist, writer, and producer of such pods as "Culpable," "Bardstown," and "Dateline's Missing in America." The package also includes all post-production of the trailer for your very own podcast.
  • Launch Your Own Podcast Package. This includes a four-hour creative consultation with Dennis Cooper, host, writer, and producer of "Culpable." You'll also get full post-production of your trailer and first episode. If you have more material ready to go, you can score post-production of five additional episodes at a 50% discount. Once your show is ready to go, CrimeCon will promote your podcast using our social channels and email list. 
  • CrimeCruise VIP Trip for Two. You'll get two VIP badges for CrimeCruise 2023, sailing from Miami to Cozumel. You'll stay in a Balcony Stateroom with all dining room meals included. In addition, you and your guest will enjoy a shore excursion to Cozumel and a dinner with CrimeCruise staff and CrimeCon fave Paul Holes!
  • Go on a sting with Chris Hansen. This is the real thing! You'll be behind the scenes on "Take Down"—attend pre-production meetings, work as a production assistant, and be side-by-side with Chris and the team as they work with law enforcement to take down a child predator.
  • Real Life CSI Tour. This is a private tour of Othram's forensics lab where you'll learn the details of published solved cases and get a sneak peek at emerging forensic tech. Then you'll share a private dinner with the Othram executive team!
  • Private profiling session with Jim Clemente. Need we say more? You'll have a 1-on-1 with the retired FBI profiler and CrimeCon fave!
  • Meet Paul Holes at CrimeCon. A private 30-minute meet & greet with the true crime legend! You can chat, take pictures, and you'll also go home with a signed copy of "Unmasked: My Life Solving America's Cold Cases."
  • Work a Cold Case With Sheryl McCollum. Ride shotgun with "Mac" and take a deep dive into one of her most challenging cases. You'll work a full day with access to the case file, take meetings with forensic and investigative experts, and even visit a crime scene. Hawaiian shirts optional!
  • Spend the day with Matt Murphy. Spend a day in the life with one of the most experienced attorneys of our time, former Orange County homicide prosecutor Matt Murphy.


  • Spend the Day With Dr. Henry Lee. You'll spend the day with one of the world's foremost forensic scientists at the Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science at the University of New Haven.
  • Facetime With Nancy Grace. What would you talk to Nancy Grace about? You'll have a private Facetime conversation with the icon.
  • Zoom With Ryan Phillippe. The famous actor, producer, and writer is known for such titles as "Catch Hell," "I Know What You Did Last Summer," "The Lincoln Lawyer," and true crime story "American Murderer." He's also involved with The Innocence Project and was awarded the 2016 "Advocate for Justice" award. Additionally, he is an advocate in support of military and veteran caregivers.
  • Zoom With Candice DeLong. You'll have a 30-minute Zoom chat with the retired FBI Criminal Profiler, best-selling author, and popular true crime TV host.

In addition to this mind-blowing auction, there will also be a raffle at $20 per entry with a randomly selected winner chosen at the end of the Black Friday streaming event. Buy as many entries as you want to win the Ultimate VIP CrimeCon Vacation. You and a guest will attend CrimeCon 2023 as a VIP (including unprecedented access to the backstage Speakers Lounge), have three nights of accommodation at the Orlando World Center Marriott, 2 Universal Parks tickets, and Oxygen and Dateline swag!


The Give Back-A-Thon starts at 8pm ET on November 25 and can be viewed here. The auction will remain open for bidding through Tuesday, November 29. Watch, bid, and help us give back!


RSVP HERE FOR CRIMECON GIVE BACK-A-THON →

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