Forensic Friday
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207 episodes
Hell on Wheels: Mackenzie Shirilla and 'The Crash'
Domestic violence isn’t always physical abuse; sometimes, it’s a terrifying display of coercive control that ends in a fatal crash. Today, we bridge the gap between toxic relationship dynamics and the link between suicidality and homicidality. ...
Hello Forensic Friends (New and OGs)
Join us this week as we talk a little bit more about our backgrounds, how we got here, and why we do the work we do
Athena’s Alert: Athena Strand and her parents’ brave advocacy
When the statutory criteria for an AMBER Alert forces police to wait, minutes can mean the difference between life and death. Today, we look at the trial and sentencing of Tanner Horner for the capital murder of Athena Strand. We analyze the fa...
Mini Updates and Jeannine's Pharmacy Adventures
Join us this week to chat a little about our crime con plans and the worst pharmacy experience of Jeannine's life
Don’t Marry the Murderer: The Curious Case of Caroline Muirhead
When Caroline Muirhead turned informant against her fiancé, she expected the protection of the law. Instead, she was met with what critics call 'shocking stupidity and neglect.' We dive into the documentary Should I Marry a Murderer? to analyze...
The Alleged JP Morgan Situation
Join us for a quick chat about the unfolding situation involving a man accusing a female executive colleague at one of the biggest banks in the world of sexual harassment. We warn against trial by social media and discuss implicit bias wh...
Blood Nephew: The Mossler Case of 1964
In 1964, Jacques Mossler, a multi-millionaire financier, was found brutally murdered in his Key Biscayne apartment, stabbed 39 times. The investigation quickly turned toward his wife, Candy Mossler, and her nephew, Mel Powers, uncovering an all...
Make it Fashion at Safe Shelter of St Vrain's Met Gala Watch Party
This week we bring you a special guest and a fun community event here in Colorado! We talk to our new forensic bestie Keri Cotterman about the mission of Safe Shelter of St Vrain, and their upcoming Met Gala Watch Party at the Times Collaborati...
Familicide in Shreveport: Shamar Elkins and Family Annihilation
Eight children, ages 3 to 11, lost their lives in a single morning in Shreveport, but was this tragedy preventable? In this episode, we analyze the ignored warning signs that preceded Shamar Elkins’ rampage. From his 2019 conviction for firing ...
Updates and Announcements
Join us between sessions today while we chat about kids, books, CrimeCon Vegas, and a few other topics of interest
The Gilgo Beach Murders: Vulnerable Targets
The arrest of architect Rex Heuermann in July 2023 was a shock to the world, but the evidence had been there all along. Today, we investigate the two forces that kept this case cold: systemic victimology and police malpractice. We analyze the p...
Unjustifiable: The Latest on Taylor Franke Paul
Let's talk about the latest in the Taylor Franke Paul case. The filings from the attorneys and the kids Guardian Ad Litem are in, and they echo a lot of what we've said so far. Let's talk about the case, the arguments, and whether reactive viol...
Fatal Attraction: The Death of Mo Wilson
Moriah 'Mo' Wilson was a rising star in the gravel cycling world, but her life was cut short just days before a major race in Austin, Texas. This episode explores the tragic intersection of talent and jealousy. We break down the complex relatio...
Leveraging Suicidal Threats: Suicidal and Parasuicidal Behavior
In this episode, we take a therapist’s view of the spectrum of self-harm. We dive into the clinical reality of true suicidality—the deep-seated pain and hopelessness that lead to a lethal crisis—and provide resources for stabilization and recov...
The Dirty Dentist and the Deadly Dose: The Murder of Angela Craig
He was a successful Aurora dentist and a father of six, but behind the scenes, James Craig was plotting the unthinkable. This week, we break down the March 2026 guilty verdict in the murder of his wife, Angela Craig. We explore the damning digi...
Gilgo Beach Serial Killer’s Changing Plea
In this week's mini episode, we examine the changing plea in the case of Rex Heuerman, the alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer.
Roses and Punches: The Messy TFP Situation
Taylor Frankie Paul built a career on the 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,' but her off-screen life has become a complex legal battleground. We break down the timeline of her relationship with Dakota Mortensen, from the infamous chair-throw...
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
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...
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 ...
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...
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
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...