Forensic Friday
Welcome to Forensic Friday where we examine the intersection of true crime, psychology and the heart of being human in the middle of it all. Jeannine Anderson, MA, LPC, LAC, DVCS and Natalie Halcomb, MA, LPC, DVCS Apprentice are a dynamic duo providing forensic services to clients all along the front range in Colorado. Both specialize in risk assessment, psychopathy, trauma, relationships, and motivational interviewing. In addition to their work in the criminal justice system, Nat and Jeannine support survivors in the community through direct clinical care and advocacy.
Episodes
190 episodes
Feedback Echo Chambers: Celeb Bad Behavior
Timberlake, Spears, Taylor Frankie Paul, and so many other celebrities get away with a lot of bad behavior. But what does accountability look like for someone so high profile? Listen as we discuss
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Fentanyl and Fiction: Kouri Richins
Kouri Richins spent a year on a press tour talking about grief, but a Utah jury just called it murder. This episode goes inside the trial to look at the 'calculated' nature of the crime. Friend of the show and DV trainer Jeanette Barich j...
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Man, I Feel Like a Woman: Women’s History Month Mini
History isn't just about the past; it’s about the context of our present. This week, we highlight the pivotal advancements in women’s rights, including the Equal Pay Act and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). However, we also lean into the ...
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Mean Girl Murder: The Tragic Death of Skylar Neese
On July 6, 2012, 16-year-old Skylar Neese snuck out of her bedroom window in Star City, West Virginia, to meet her two best friends, Shelia Eddy and Rachel Shoaf. She never returned. This episode explores the devastating betrayal that fol...
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Toxic? Britney's DUI
In this min episode we talk abouit Britney Spears and her latest run-in with the authorities. She's out from under her family's thumb, but maybe out of control? What can be done in a case like this? Let's chat about it
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Alpine Divorce: Why was Kerstin Gurtner Left Behind?
We investigate the harrowing details of a fatal climb that left one woman stranded on a mountainside while her partner descended to safety. This episode unpacks the technical and emotional aspects of the 'Alpine Divorce' debate, and the many, m...
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Don’t Be A Pick-Me: Unapologetic Vulnerability
Why is vulnerability so hard? And why is it so important? Listen in as we talk about Love is Blind, how our partners can help give space for our vulnerabilities, and how we can help each other feel safe to share our weak points
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The Texas 7
On December 13, 2000, the Texas 7 bluffed their way out of prison and began a six-week crime spree that would grip the nation. From robbing a Radio Shack to the high-stakes heist at Oshman’s Sporting Goods, we detail the tactical precision and ...
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The Marvelous Six: Life Over Freedom
In June 2017, six inmates in Polk County, Georgia, were faced with a split-second decision: take advantage of a deputy’s medical emergency to escape, or stay and save his life. They chose the latter. This episode tells the story of the 'Marvelo...
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A Surgeon’s Obsession: IPV Fixation
On December 30, 2025, the Columbus community was shattered by the discovery of Spencer and Monique Tepe, found dead in their home while their two toddlers remained unharmed nearby. This episode investigates the harrowing evidence that led polic...
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Psychology of Obsession
What is happening when someone gets obsessed with another person? When does the attachment become unhealthy? And what is the difference between love and unhealthy obsession? Listen in to find out
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Elizabeth Smart's Story of Resilience
This week, we revisit the Elizabeth Smart case, focusing on the strength of the human spirit. We walk through the timeline of her disappearance and rescue, specifically highlighting the ways Elizabeth maintained her identity and agency during h...
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Missing Mom: The latest on the Kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie
A quick update today discussing what we know about the new revelations in the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, including some speculation about who ALLEGEDLY might be behind the disappearance
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Catfished to Death: The Murders of Billy and Billie Jean
When police entered the home of Billie Payne and Billy Jean Hayworth, they found a scene of horror: both parents had been shot, but their infant son was found alive and unharmed in his mother's arms. This episode dives into the proxy violence u...
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Therapy Indicator Lights
Have you considered counseling in the past but weren't sure? Are you confused about when might be a good time to see someone? Are you interested in 'preventative maintenance' in your relationship but just aren't decided? Check this episode for ...
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Justice for Megan: The Fight for a Second Look
We investigate the ongoing developments in the death of Megan Trussell. Three years after she was found dead in Grand County, the CBI has taken the lead in a comprehensive statutory case review. This episode examines the evidence that prompted ...
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When a Client Attacks: Rebecca White’s Legacy
On Monday, January 19th, a therapist in Florida, Rebecca White, was killed by a former client during an evening counseling session with another client. This tragedy hits close to our hearts as clinicians. We talk a little about the case and sha...
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A Decade of Fear: The Stalking of Eva LaRue
For twelve agonizing years, actress Eva LaRue lived in a state of constant fear. Today, we break down the relentless campaign of terror orchestrated by James David Rogers, who sent over 50 letters filled with graphic threats of sexual assault a...
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Inside the Brain of a Stalker
Join us as we revisit the concept of stalking, this time with a guided tour through the brain activity and research behind how stalking hijacks the brain's natural reward systems to create the twisted fixation that can so often lead to horrible...
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Pastor Predator: JP Miller
This week we talk about an update to the 2022 case of John-Paul Miller, an (allegedly) sketchy pastor whose wife was found to have committed suicide. However, new evidence and a new indictment indicate that there was much more going on behind t...
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Predominant Aggressors
In this quick informational mini, we discuss the laws in Colorado (and other states) requiring law enforcement to make an arrest in any domestic violence call, as well as the criteria they must use to determine who should be taken in. We talk a...
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The Puppet Master: Holly Ann Elkins and Her Proxy (with special guest!)
What do you do with a killer in your family? Our special guest gives us the inside scoop! In 2020, the murder of 24-year-old Alyssa Burkett shocked Carrollton, Texas. While her ex-boyfriend, Andrew Beard, pulled the trigger, he wasn't acting al...
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Prep for Friday: Gendered Lethality Differences and Proxy Violence
Why do women tend to commit less violent crimes, against others or themselves? Why do they use guns less, and use proxies more? Tune in a for a slightly unhinged and meandering discussion ahead of a special episode this Friday
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